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there’ll be many, many other amenities,” Blatstein said. “My team and I are very, very excited about developing this property.”

Mayor Marty Small Sr. held a press

We are OPEN and eager to serve you! conference with Blatstein Thursday afternoon and said Atlantic City needs family focused, noncasino amenities.

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art Blatstein has proposed a $100 million water park next to his Showboat Hotel property. The water park will be built on an existing lot between Showboat and Ocean Casino Resort, just off the Boardwalk. The aquatic-amusement experience will include water slides, pools and a lazy river, in addition to food and beverage outlets, party rooms, locker rooms, retail stands. The park is planned to be a year-round facility with a retractable glass-pane roof covering the entire park.

Blatstein believes the proposed 100,000-square-foot water park and entertainment center will attract more families to Atlantic City.

“This is, basically, a family resort with a hotel anchored by an indoor water park, and

“We can’t survive on casinos alone anymore. We have to diversify,” Small said. “Our weak spot, our Achilles’ heel, our sore spot, is a lack of family attractions.”

The project also calls for a renovation to Showboat’s existing Premier Light Tower for water park guests and the construction of a family entertainment center including arcade games, mini golf and laser tag.

The CRDA Board of Directors is expected to consider the application requests at its July 21 public meeting.

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t's true that absence makes the heart grow fonder. As soon as outdoor dining opened up on the 15th, Bob and I practically ran to one of our favorite restaurants.

We were thrilled to enjoy eating out again; being served by a waiter/ waitress and eating at a table with real plates and silverware felt like a slice of Heaven. With more and more things opening up I am especially looking forward to indulging in many simple pleasures I once took for granted, like getting a haircut and going to the gym.

As we are all adjusting to our "new normal," pause to enjoy the "little things" that it turns out aren't so little: walking into a store, eating out, and most of all spending time with friends.

Check out some of our area's options in Al fresco dining highlighted

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on page 10. hugs, teary goodbyes, There is no doubt and celebrations. we have gone through Check out the feature an unprecedented in this issue honoring time, one which will our graduates on page go down in history and 8. is certain to be talked The upside of our about for generations current situation is that some of life's to come. With the greatest pleasures entire country being are still at our finshut down in a matter of a few days, no one gertips. Check out Tammy Thornton's felt the sting more Hidden Gem column than the Class of Messiah College Graduate, Holly featuring Atlantic 2020. This issue we Fertsch honor the graduates‌.

County Park on page not for all they missed but rather for 24. Also check out the ingenuity and their resilience and perseverance to adaptability of the organization, "Our succeed in the midst of extraordinariChildren Making Change" on page 14. ly trying times.

Although they had to recreate their Our daughter is one of those methods and goals this summer, their graduates. She came home in March impact is even greater.

This summer at the Jersey Shore for what was anticipated to be just may look and feel a bit different, but another spring break. Within a few there's no doubt, it's still the place to days, she was informed she would not be returning to campus at all. Her be! With miles of coastline, breathbelongings, including her car, were taking sunsets, outdoor activities, in lockdown on a campus four hours and finally dining & shopping opporaway. She had to wait months until tunities at every turn, you are in a she was given a designated time to special place. Enjoy it. move out, when none of her housePeace & Love, mates were in proximity. What a stark Cindy contrast to our experience filled with

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reat Bay Gallery 829 Bay Avenue, Somers Point, NJ opens its 27th season with the tribute exhibit, GARY BRANIN RETROSPECTIVE: REALISM TO ABSTRACT-70’S-90’S. The carefully selected oils were chosen from a large number of works that Gary painted throughout his artistic career.

The centerpiece of the exhibit is the expansive work entitled Sunrise Over Ventnor Pier.

The exhibit opens on July 1 and continues through July 25. Great Bay Gallery will host a reception open to the public on two successive evenings, July 9 and 10 from 5-7pm

Initially a teacher, Gary was mainly a traveler of the world, touring on his 15 speed bicycle, accompanied by Judy, his wife, but most often alone, biking across country, in New England and into Canada as well Ireland and Great Britain. Gary frequently was spotted riding along our local highways, byways and mainland streets recognizable in his iconic safari hat.

Throughout his life, Gary amassed an extensive portfolio of landscapes, portraits and abstract pieces predominately in oils, representing local places like Birch Grove Park and Batsto Historic Site; broad scenic landscapes; a sunrise over the ocean and nature up close and personal. At times Gary turned to the landscapes of his mind to produce his intriguing abstracts that defy titles.

Originally from Camden County, NJ, Gary had made his home in Linwood since 1973. On July 26, 2019, Gary suddenly passed away in his sleep. He leaves behind a large collection of work that will hopefully outlive him by many generations.

Gallery hours are Wed thru Sat. 12-7pm; Sunday 1-5pm. Visitors will be asked to observe the requirements of social distancing.

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JUNE 19, 2020

The Story of a 20 foot Raisin and his ice cream cone

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f you've ever driven down Zion Road in Egg HarborTownship, you've probably wondered why there is a 20-Foot-Tall California Raisin next to Little's Dairy Bar. And how did it ever get there?

As a pop culture phenomenon, the California Raisins peaked in the late 1980s. One of their fans lived in Wildwood, New Jersey and built a 20-foot-tall Raisin for his miniature golf course on the Wildwood boardwalk. Years later, the golf course went out of business in the early 1990s.

The mini-golf Raisin, however, had a fan in Richard Little, owner of the popular Little's Dairy Bar. He rescued the wrinkly icon, trucked it up the coast and several miles inland, and stood it in the front yard of his house, next to his ice cream stand that he had opened in 1973. People seemed not to mind that it had nothing to do with ice cream. In fact, customers gradually stopped referring to the business as Little's Dairy Bar. They called it (and still do) "The Raisin."

Laura and Joseph Laport took over the business in 1999. They cre-

ated the ice cream cone the Raisin is now seen holding.

"He is sturdy, but he needs a makeover. We would like to paint him and put a baseball cap on him with an

L for Little's," shared owner, Laura Laport.

"Little's is a small family business. With my 3 daughters working there through high school and college, I always knew where they were." Laport chuckled. Laura's daughters all went into education and still spend their summers working

there, along with about nine other employees. Laura still works a shift or two but is mostly enjoying her four grandchildren now ranging from 3-7 years old.

Little's is still going strong after all these years.

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Graduating in Quarantine: The Class of 2020

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ow does one even begin to write a letter of encouragement to a group of people that have had their senior year turned inside out and upside down in ways that were unimaginable just six months ago. No one could have anticipated witnessing the entire world practically shutting down in just a matter of days. One minute you’re on spring break and the next you’re being told to “stay at home,” and “socially distance yourself” from your classmates, friends and neighbors.

Next, you learn that you won’t be going back to school but instead you will finish your senior year via online instruction. Spring sports are cancelled. Social events are cancelled or postponed.

Graduation ceremonies are up in the air higher than mortar boards thrown

by an exuberant senior. What a roller coaster you have been forced to ride.

But ride it out you have. You have carried on and you have persevered. You have made it to the end of your senior year even during these unprecedented times. Oh, the stories you will have to share with your future children as they prepare for their senior year. Use this experience to help you navigate the roller coasters of life that are yet to come. When you are blindsided by life events, look back on these days and remember that even the worst situations are usually temporary and that they too will pass. Have courage and press on, just as you have done the last two months. Remember you are a part of a special group of people. You are the Class of 2020 and you are make us proud! Congratulations to each of you.

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Cruising for Al Fresco Dining Options in the Region

By Marc Berman

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ining restrictions in New Jersey have been loosened up a bit as of June 15th, with the addition of Al Fresco (Open Air) Dining.

Restaurants can now serve customers while keeping social limitations in play, tables 6 feet apart and masks suggested while entering and exiting.

I took a drive around Ocean City, Somers Point, Ventnor and Atlantic City to view some of the configurations for outdoor dining, beginning at 6am in Atlantic City at the Tennessee Ave Beer Hall.

At 6am they cut a ribbon and the first two patrons entered and started with a beer which was the first pour

at the beer hall since mid March and today could have been the first pour in the state.

I drove to Ventnor where Annette's on Dorset Ave had tables and umbrellas set up in their parking lot.

After a short drive over the Ocean City bridge, we saw Augie's Omelette and Waffle House and Jon and Patty's, both offering outdoor dining. Continuing our drive around a very busy Ocean City, we

came across,Spadafora's Seafood, which also had outdoor seating. We then swung by Ready's with seating for customers on the side of the building.

Back over the Ocean City Bridge to Somers Point which also has its share of traffic we stopped by a favorite, Fitzpatrick's Deli and Steakhouse, who have taken a large part of the parking lot for seating. Don't worry, they have additional parking across the street. Sal's Cafe had tables set and ready in front of their restaurant and Gregory's Restaurant and Bar also had tables alongside their restaurant.

Back to Atlantic City and we found

that Vagabond has outdoor seating and an entirely new outdoor area to chill, eat and imbibe.

Enjoy the relaxed limitations and continue to use common sense, wear a mask, stay six feet apart and if you are not comfortable going out, stay home and order in.

Stay Safe, Stay Healthy, Stay Sane.

Marc Berman is an influencer/ technology visionary, entrepreneur. Digital Marketing Director at Shore Local News, Marketing Director at Berman Travel, Radio / Podcast host.

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Brigantine Farmers Market ▶Saturdays

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Galloway Green Market ▶Thursdays

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Ventnor City Farmers Market ▶Fridays

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Go Blue for CASA Golf Tournament ▶Monday,

June 22nd from 12-6pm Greate Bay Country Club & Linwood Country Club Now that it is safe for golf courses to open, CASA of Atlantic & Cape May Counties will host their scheduled tournament to raise money for the CASA program. Every measure is being taken to ensure it is a safe environment for all supporters. We invite you to join us for golf, fresh air and great food, while we support a cause that needs its community now more than ever. For

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Outdoor Toddler Time: Giant Shape Painting ▶Wednesday,

June 24th at 1pm Paint brushes, paint, the great outdoors and toddlers; what could go wrong? We will be learning about shapes, counting, color blending and work on gross motor skills. The Giant Shape Painting Video will be on the New Day FSC Facebook page at facebook.com/newdaygalloway.

Children’s Craft: Paper Mosaic Flowers ▶Wednesday,

June 24th at 4pm Inland Family Success Center presents a Facebook video. Learn how to make a cute paper mosaic flower that your little ones at home will sure love. The video will be on the Inland Family Success Center Facebook page at facebook.com/ Inlandeht.

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Ocean City Library Summer Reading Challenge The OCFPL Summer Reading Challenge with Beanstack is live. Register at oceancitylibrary. beanstack.org, log your reading, and start earning points you can use to win prizes.

Virtual Tea with Princess Beauty ▶Saturday,

June 20th at 11am bowfishstudios.com Join Bowfish Studios for virtual princess event: tea with Princess Beauty. This is a prepaid event.

Sign up in advance for just $10 per household.

Bowfish Studios & Princess Party Playtime are both independently owned small businesses that have taken significant financial losses due to COVID-19. The small $10 entrance tickets allows us to continue to support our employees during this difficult time.

Baking with Snow Princess ▶Tuesday

June 23rd at 7pm bowfishstudios.com Join Bowfish Studios for a virtual princess event: baking cupcakes with the Snow Princess.

This is a prepaid event. Sign up in advance for just $10 per household.

Music

Living Room Concert Series ▶Thursdays

at 7pm The Absecon Cultural Arts Alliance presents the Living Room Concert Series, an acoustic live stream jam with Mike Cicali and Friends, streaming live on Facebook every Thursday at facebook.com/ abseconarts.

Broadway by Request: A Half Year’s Eve ▶Tuesday,

June 30th at 7pm Join the Shaken Not Stirred Players as they celebrate the half way point of 2020 with their popular Broadway by Request. All proceeds will benefit the Gateway Playhouse. The songs that receive the most donations will make up the program. Stay tuned to the Gateway Facebook page at facebook.com/gatewaybythebay for updates.

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Juneteenth Virtual Opening of the Harriet Tubman Museum ▶Friday,

June 19th from 3-5pm Join the Harriet Tubman Museum for a Virtual Opening and a Walk for Social Justice in Cape May. The live stream will include special guest speakers, a virtual tour of the new museum, a discussion on preservation of Black Culture Heritage Sites and live music & inspiration to continue the conversation. The opening will take place on Lafayette Street in Cape May and on Facebook. More details are available at https://www.facebook.com/harriettubmanmuseum.

Resume Review and Interview Do’s and Don’t ▶Monday,

June 22nd at 1pm Having trouble writing a resume? Want some tips on what you should have on a resume? Interviews make you nervous? It happens to the best of us. Learn some of the common mistakes about how to correct them. This event is no-cost to participants and all families living in Atlantic County. Visit facebook.com/newdaygalloway for more details.

Motivational Mondays with Rachel Davis ▶Monday,

June 22nd at 2:30pm Learn the five key steps to increasing happiness in your life. Whether you are new to the path of personal growth or are looking to reinvigorate your journey, this workshop will show you how small, but specific changes in a positive direction can result in improved overall happiness and fulfillment. Register today at stockton.edu/ continuing-studies.

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Retirement Planning Today ▶Monday,

June 22nd at 6pm In this course you’ll learn how to manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company’s retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan to function properly under the new laws. Register today at stockton.edu/continuing-studies.

Civil War Rivals: Lee vs. Grant Virtual Lecture Series ▶Wednesdays

at 8pm Join historian Jim Sagrave-Daly for an interactive discussion of Robert E. Lee & Ulysses S. Grant, including their backgrounds, relationships with key commanders and different leadership styles that led to epic battles between them during the Civil War. Sign up today at oceancitylibrary.org.

OC-UT Rotary Club Meeting ▶Thursday,

June 25th at 6:30pm The Rotary Club of Ocean City-Upper Township online program for Thursday, June 25th presents Mary Conley, President of the League of Women Voters (LWV) of Cape May County. To learn more about the Oc-UT Rotary Club, contact Rotary Club President Jim Chadwick at 609-8274670 or visit ocutrotary.org to register.

Mindful Ways Workshops with Kate Lutz ▶Monday,

June 29th at 1pm Kate Lutz’s Mindful Ways Workshops offer easy ways to practice meditation and express mindfulness. Now is the perfect time to learn how to grow your emotional resilience, feel more centered, engage your inner awareness and peace of mind, and shift out of limited beliefs. Sign up today at oceancitylibrary.org.

Musical Baseball Show with Howie Newman ▶Thursday,

July 9th at 7pm Performing a unique, interactive, and highly entertaining program, singer-songwriter (and former sportswriter) Howie Newman sings baseball songs, offers up Phillies baseball trivia, and tells stories about his days as a sportswriter on the baseball beat. Sign up today at oceancitylibrary. org.

Graduation Ceremonies

Absegami Virtual Graduation ▶Thursday,

June 18th at 6pm Absegami High School honors the Class of 2020 with a Virtual Graduation ceremony beginning at 6pm on GTV Channel 97 Galloway.

EHT Virtual Graduation ▶Thursday,

June 18th at 6pm Egg Harbor Township High School honors the Class of 2020 with a Virtual Graduation ceremony beginning at 6pm on YouTube, Facebook and EHTTV. An encore presentation will air at Thursday, June 18th at 8pm on EHTTV Channel 97 with an archived broadcast available on YouTube.

Fitness

Free Virtual Pilates for Kids Class ▶Saturdays

at 10am Join Downtown Pilates OCNJ for a 20 minute pilates workout for kids. Be ready to move, strengthen, stretch and have fun. Visit facebook. com/DowntownPilates to register.

Free Virtual Mat Class ▶Mondays

at 9am Join Downtown Pilates OCNJ every Monday morning for a free livestream mat pilates class.

This class is open to all levels. Visit facebook.com/ DowntownPilates to register.

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Health and Wellness

Lunch & Discuss ▶Fridays

at 12pm Don’t want to eat lunch alone? This online discussion group will meet virtually to watch hand-picked TED Talks. Following the video there will be a discussion on the topic presented. Have your lunch prepared and meet us on Zoom. This is a program of the Mental Health Association.

For questions, contact Bernadette at btrendler@ mhanj.org, call 609-652-3800 ext. 303 or visit mhaac.info.

Grief and Loss Support Group ▶Mondays

at 5pm For those who have lost a loved one to addiction/substance abuse. Connect with others who have experienced a loss like your own. This is a program of the Mental Health Association of Atlan tic

County. For questions or more information, please call 609-652-3800 ext. 308 or visit mhaac.info.

POST Open Hours ▶Tuesdays

at 10am The POST Open Hours are available to anyone interested in receiving some one-on-one peer support today. You can register ahead by e-mailing George Stebbins at gstebbins@mhanj. org or dropping in at 929-205-6099 and using password 0651638. For more information, please visit mhaac.info.

Student Stress Support Group ▶Tuesdays

at 4:30pm The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County is hosting a virtual meeting for any student looking for some help around stress management, campus life, friends drama and so much more. For more information, please visit mhaac.info.

LGBTQ+ Discussion Group ▶Fridays

at 2pm A group for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families and friends (18+) to come together, share experiences, learn about the community, find support and discuss relevant topics. This virtual group meeting is hosted by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County. For more information, please visit mhaac.info or dial-in at 609-241-9388 and use the Conference ID: 149330.

Mental Health Association Virtual Meetings The Mental Health Association has moved all services to virtual for the health, afety and well-being of all. If you have questions or concerns (including help using Zoom or the conference calling feature), you can call 609-652-3800 or visit our website at mhaac.info.

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Twelve Years of Our Children Making Change Kids give back to the community in a different way

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n years past, June has signified the kickoff of one of the most enriching and powerful programs for children at the Jersey Shore and in different parts of the country. As the summer approached this year Laura Dulac, President and Founder of Our Children Making Change, faced some serious decisions about the program. Would it be possible to run a modified program in which kids performed chores to raise money for local non-profits? After consulting with her team leaders and much deliberation, she made an important decision that the program would indeed continue this summer, but look very differently to adjust to unprecedented times.

Typically participants in Our Chil-

dren Making Change help select several local non-profits to fundraise for and over the course of the summer, are asked to each raise $100 for those organizations. For many reasons, it seemed like that would be unreasonable to ask of kids right now. Instead, this summer kids are being asked to perform twelve acts of kindness, with twelve signifying the number of years the program has been operating.

The kickoff to the program took place on Saturday, June 13th with drive-by visits to several nursing homes in Galloway to thank healthcare workers for their tireless work and to bring smiles to the faces of residents. Kids were asked to decorate their cars in addition to making cards and baked goods for the staff.

At 9:45 am, over 50 cars lined up at Stockton University and then proceeded to drive by nursing homes.

There was so much gratitude from the staff and residents for creating an aura of love and appreciation.

Any parent of young children can tell you how the past few months of canceled in-person learning and activities has impacted their lives.

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modified, it’s important for kids to feel a sense of connection to the community by helping others. For the rest of the summer kids will be asked to keep up momentum from the kickoff by spreading goodness. Other suggested acts of kindness are to make a card for someone, bake and deliver cookies, offer to dog walk, do yard work for a neighbor, make and donate masks, make and donate nosew blankets, make jewelry or crafts for a nursing home, spotlight a local hero, leave notes or painted rocks with messages around town, make a phone call to someone living alone, share some smiles on a Zoom call and make birthday or activity bags for

pediatric wards or food banks.

Every summer I marvel at the impact of the kids’ philanthropic ventures. I’m grateful that the show must go on this summer and that our kids are still engaged in civic responsibility. The world needs goodness right now and who better to spread that goodness than kids?

To learn more about Our Children Making Change, visit http://www. ourchildrenmakingchange.org.

Marci Lutsky is a local mom of nine year-old twins and can be reached at veggingattheshore@ gmail.com.

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Ocean City Paddles Out for Unity

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only way to survive is by loving and respecting one another.

After a moment of reflection while looking up to the sky, the surfers went out into the water and performed a traditional Hawaiian Paddle-Out for George Floyd. With flowers in teeth, the surfers formed a circle at the end of the jetty on 7th Street. They held hands, a few words were said, the flowers were thrown in the circle and then the beautiful crowd splashed in

Marshall Young, owner of Peace of Wood and Small Axe Design, along with his wife Kristina Young, initiated and organized the Paddle Out for Unity

celebration of another soul that was heading to his resting place.

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ess time in the gym doesn't mean you have to sacrifice fitness if you know this secret: interval training! Interval training-workouts or HIIT, (high intensity interval training ) is when you alternate periods of high-intensity exercise with low-intensity recovery periods. It increases fitness and burns more calories over a short period of time than steady-state cardio (you know: just doing the same thing for your whole workout time). So how do you get the most out of interval training, and how long should each push and recovery be? One of the many great things about interval training workouts is that there's no single rule. Different lengths of work and recovery bring different benefits-and alternating keeps it fresh. I personally like to do timed intervals and intervals with reps. What do I mean by that? One day, a workout may be 40 seconds of work and 20 seconds of rest with multiple rounds or 10 reps of each exercise moving through it quickly for for an allotted time of say 4 mins with a one minute rest at the end before repeating it again or having a whole new set of exercises with the same format. It’s a fun way to switch it up. It’s my go to for my personal training clients.

It kicks their butts and it’s effective.

Results happen quickly especially if paired with an equally effective diet. How much recovery you take between intervals depends on your goals. Short intervals are usually paired with equally short or even shorter recovery periods so your body can adapt to repeated maximal efforts. And because your heart rate stays elevated during the recovery periods, your aerobic energy system gets a training benefit, as well.

Just know this: Interval training is challenging so if you're just starting to work out, spend a few weeks to a month building your stamina with cardio workouts before adding them to your routine. Once you're ready, add these interval training workouts or exercises to your gym routine once a week to burn more calories, boost your overall fitness level, and get in and out of the gym faster. That's a win-win-situation.

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your cardiovascular system. It boosts your VO2 max (in simpler terms just means how much oxygen you can use) and it also lowers your resting heart rate, significantly! Your body becomes a furnace for fat burning.

HIIT jacks up production of your body’s growth hormones that help you maintain muscle and burn fat for hours after you’re done, and it lowers insulin resistance for better blood sugar control.

It does even more than benefit your body, it’s beneficial for your brain.

Cognitive output and memory retention also improve.

Another great thing about adding interval training to your workout routine is that you can build both strength and endurance fast, this is particularly helpful when training clients because they want to see results quickly and you want to keep them happy and coming for more. You can put together a 20 to 30-minute routine that mixes and matches these great interval exercise options.

For a quick and effective workout, start with a 5 -8 minute warmup, and then dive right into your interval training. Each interval can last from 30 seconds to two minutes, with a minute of easy walking between reps.

Go for about 20 minutes then cool down. You can really create anything you want. I like to get creative with my clients and students and keep them guessing. They typically love this format. I also teach spin class and if you’re spinning with me, be prepared to do some high-intensity spin

intervals. You can also do this on a stationary bike on your own. Combine the bike with some other bodyweight exercises and the workout will fly by.

I love to take my class through a 30 minute spin class and fuse it with 30 minutes of weights. You have everything you need and you’re done in an hour. Weights are an easy way to add intensity to an exercise, especially a compound exercise that incorporates multiple muscle groups.

Think about combining a dumbbell squat with an overhead press to create a full body workout.

This challenges your shoulders, arms, quadriceps, glutes and core. You get more bang for your buck. Keep in mind that too much HIIT is definitely not a good thing and I’ll get to overtraining in my next article. Overkill will prevent you from working at your true maximum capacity. Do not schedule high intensity interval training every day of the week. 3 times per week is sufficient. HIIT isn’t for everyone, either. Just like anything else. I personally love it but that’s why they make chocolate, vanilla and strawberry protein powder ( not ice cream!). The bottom line is to be informed on all your options of exercise. Find what you love and fits for you.

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Here's the thing: financial hardships happen. Whether it is due to Cov...the entire year of 2020..., a job loss, a foreclosure or short sale, a divorce, the death of a loved one, an illness, etc, there are practices that you can put in place to ground you, so that you can begin to build the foundation of your financial stability. Let’s explore.

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You will not move forward completely in any financial hardship, unless and until you gain clarity around your current situation. Yes, it will take cold, hard, brutal honesty with yourself and your partner, but I promise you this: the breakdown comes just before the break through.

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What are they and what is the current market value?

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How much debt do you have?

What KIND of debt do you have?

What are the monthly payments on each credit card?

What are the interest rates for each debt.

What are the payoff amounts on each of your debts?

Set Smart Goals

Now that you have clarity around where you are in your financial situation, it's time to decide where it is that you want to go. That's right, it's goal setting time, CFO! I can already hear you in my mind right now, "Goals?? I can't set goals! I am just trying to survive!"

Excellent mindset. Let’s, instead of finding a solution, run around like our heads are on fire… That, CFO, is what I like to refer to as the survival mindset, and if you stay in the mindset of consistently surviving for just the present moment, you may continue to survive, but you likely will not pass survive to get to thrive. (By the way, this goes far beyond financials, y'all!)

Your mindset can easily distract you and keep you from getting ahead. Financial stability doesn't just happen for a majority of us humans. It happens intentionally. So create your financial goals, and make 'em S.M.A.R.T! S.M.A.R.T stands for specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and timebound. ● Specific: Create a clear and definable end result. I recommend setting 5-year, 3- year and 1-year goals. The quality of the goal depends largely on your ability to get crystal clear on what it is that you want. “I want to put food on the table” is too vague and general, but, "I will have a 640 score by November 2020" or “I will pay off $10,000 of debt

by August 2021” or “I will have 5,000 in savings by April 2021 is specific and points you in a clear direction. ● Measurable: How will you measure your progress? Break the big goals down into smaller goals. Those are called “benchmarks”. Making a goal measurable allows you to track your progressand know when you're winning or losing.

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Achievable: A goal isn’t a pipe dream.

It must be attainable, otherwise you will lose motivation and feel like you’re failing. By all means, set goals that are out of reach, but if you feel the lag of motivation, make sure that your goal is actually achievable for you in the timeframe, which brings me to the next letter in S.M.A.R.T...

Relevant: Is this goal relevant to the success of your financial future? "Buying a new car by 2021" is completely irrelevant when you are working on cleaning up the mess you made. Taking on additional debt is opposite of the right decision. Make it relevant. Improve your credit, put money in savings for emergencies only, pay off debt, buy a home, invest your money, start a retirement account. Make your goals relevant to your financial stability in future.

Time-Bound: A goal without a deadline is just a pipe dream. There is no power behind it. BY WHEN will you hit your goal? That kind of clarity will power your goal and help you to know when to course correct.

Take Action

Once you have put your mindset in check, audited your finances, and set smart goals to set the ship in the right direction, it is time to take action. This is where you take your seat at the board table and become the CFO of your life. A great CFO doesn’t just evaluate the situation and come up with a strategic plan.

They execute the plan with fervency. Get expert help if you need help or research to learn about personal finance and budgets, and then take massive action.

Becoming the CFO of your life takes work, yet it is work that is worth its weight in gold. Financial stability takes intention, clarity, and action. It is within reach for you, if you are willing to take control and step into becoming the CFO of your own life.

Remember, everything is figure-out-able.

Until next time, Shore Locals, I am sending you peace, love, and good vibes from my home to your's!

Christina Sciarretta is the visionary and driver of excellence at Rockstar Real Estate & Media Group at Keller Williams Jersey Shore. Born and raised both Atlantic and Cape May Counties, she brings her love for the real estate industry, personal growth, and the local Jersey Shore community to Rockstar in disruptive & impactful ways, including her local Mom's Group, Rockstar Moms and Atlantic County and her column right here in Shore Local.

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ooking for a fun place to take the family to experience the great outdoors? Estell Manor Park in Atlantic County is

a Hidden Gem of South Jersey that offers about 1700 acres of nature to enjoy. My first memories of the Atlantic County Park go back almost 20 years, when I would bring my little boy to our church’s playgroup. We moms were always looking for ways to keep our active sons busy. Estell Manor Park was a favorite on our list of summer Adult skink found on boardwalk at Estell Manor Park. excursions. We would visit the Warren E. Fox Nature Center before the woods, stopping to have lunch taking the kiddos on hikes through among the trees.

Butterfly and pollinator garden Photo credit: Atlantic County Parks

Today, you can visit the park and walk some of the 20 miles of trails while studying nature and bird watching. If you are observant, it’s possible to see bald eagles, otters, beavers, red foxes, or a yellow-bellied sap sucker.

On a recent visit with my husband, our 12-year-old son, and his friend, we spotted an Eastern Bluebird and Yellow-billed Cuckoo. We were also fortunate to see a five-striped skink and a few steps further, found an adult skink with a red head. Upon leaving the park, we saw a black rat snake on the side of the road. Skinks, and snakes, oh my! But as one who likes the gentler, less scaly side of nature, the park had plenty to offer me as well. We had visited the park with the intention of seeing the mountain laurel blooming at the peak of its season and were not disappointed.

All along the forest roads and walking paths, mountain laurel cascaded from its tall shrubs. We enjoyed walking along part of the 1.8 mile Swamp Trail Boardwalk, which is a fully-accessible elevated wooded nature trail that meanders through the woods.

According to the Estell Manor Park’s website, “After the Native Americans, this land was owned by the Estell family and was the site of a glassworks in the 1800's, then became the site of a munitions plant during World War I. After 70 years, the forest has reclaimed this area, and is now home to an incredible diversity of plants and animals.” Parts of Estellville Glassworks can still be found at the park.

Local Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts know that the Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery is located within the park. Volunteer troops of Scouts often remember the veterans by planting flags at their gravesites. Adjacent to the cemetery is the Atlantic County

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Entryway to butterfly and pollinator garden. Photo credit: Atlantic County Parks

Veterans Museum located in the historic Daniel Estell House. According to Atlantic-County.org, “The building is the former home of Rebecca Estell Bourgeois Winston, the first mayor of Estell Manor and the first female mayor in New Jersey. It was built in 1832 by Winston's grandfather and remodeled in the 1920s to Colonial Revival style.”

floating dock or on the South River, camping, boating, and mountain biking. For the sports enthusiasts, the park has softball and soccer fields as well as sand courts for volleyball.

In accordance with state guidance, some sections of the park remain closed, such as the nature center, administrative offices, and playgrounds due to Covid-19 restrictions. But ma-

All accessible elevated boardwalk.

A newly completed and ongoing project of the park is the construction of a butterfly and pollinator garden, located near the Warren E. Fox Nature Center. One part of the garden features a butterfly made of flowers, surrounded by raised beds filled with pollinator-attracting flowers such as purple coneflower, bee balm, catmint, and salvia. The new garden should attract nature lovers as well as pollinators.

As of June 15, 2020, the park will begin accepting reservations for rental/use of its pavilions at various park locations. The park also has grills and picnic tables available on a “first come first serve” basis.

Some of the other activities to be enjoyed at the park are fishing off the

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ny of the park’s offerings are open and available, including restrooms.

We all know that changes occur quickly, so these restrictions could be lifted soon. For detailed information about the park and up-to-date information on reopening of facilities, go to www.atlantic-county.org/parks/.

Estell Manor Park is located 3.5 miles south of Mays Landing on Route 50.

County parks are open daily from 7:30 a.m. to half an hour after sunset.

Tammy Thornton is a mom of four, a substitute teacher, and a Sunday school teacher. She is passionate about gardening and cooking, and loves the beach.

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Extra Points with Pete

By Pete Thompson

No more pencils no more books No more teacher's dirty looks Out for summer Out till fall We might not come back at all Alice Cooper – “School’s Out” – 1972 y the time you read this, most schools in both Pennsylvania & New Jersey will be out for the summer. Of course, with COVID-19, this has been a school year unlike any other. I wanted to start this week by expressing my sincere wishes and congratulations to the Class of 2020. There is no way that this is how you envisioned your senior year of high school taking place, but if you can handle this, you can handle anything, right…?

Since I last wrote, the major sports world is beginning to get back to “normal”. The PGA Tour held its first competitive tournament, albeit without fans. NASCAR held a race in Florida with a very small amount of fans. The NHL seems to be moving

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From the entertainment world, my girlfriend and I have watched both seasons of a popular Netflix favorite.

Her son and I have started a different Netflix program that has more mystery about it. Plus, you never know when an old movie will pop up that you just have to sit and watch again.

As always though, we begin with sports, and my thoughts: ● I’ll lead with golf as the PGA Tour held its first official tournament in 13 weeks and it was outstanding!

The Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial in Fort Worth was compelling television from start to finish. I watched a little on Thursday just to see what golf looked like with no galleries and no high fives between player & caddie, etc.

Daniel Berger left with the winner's plaid jacket Sunday when he beat Collin Morikawa on the first playoff hole to end what had been the tour's longest absence since World War II.

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Being a former TV guy, I was fascinated at the logistics it took to get Golf Channel & CBS Sports to televise the event. Only Jim Nantz was in the 18th tower, Sir Nick Faldo was back at the Golf Channel studios in Orlando (with others).

Behind the scenes, they had a director & crew in Stamford, CT, and then graphics folks in California, plus Golf Channel folks in Orlando, all connected seamlessly to televise the event. As for the golf? It was filled with drama as the leaderboard was STACKED on Sunday coming down the stretch. I can’t wait to watch the next event at Harbour Town in SouthCarolinaa. (Although I would’ve been more excited if Tiger Woods decided to play) Meanwhile, NASCAR raced in front of actual fans last weekend in Homestead, Florida. Denny Hamlin won the race…but the BIGGER stories took place off the track. 1,000 fans, mostly invited military members who could each bring a guest -were back at a NASCAR race for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic started.

The other big story was Bubba Wallace & no Confederate flags.

Wallace, the only black driver in the Cup Series, has become the sport's most prominent activist after he successfully called on NASCAR to ban Confederate flags at its events. The series quickly did just that, but the real test will come when races are held with full fans in attendance. Most of the 1,000 fans that were in Florida were long gone by the time Ham-

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lin drove under the checkered flag at 10:46 p.m. on Sunday night, ending a marathon day. In fact, that very long day was the capper to a very long week for NASCAR. There were three Cup Series races in eight days, all of them bringing drivers into hot and steamy weather conditions that left many of them exhausted, all wrapped around the ongoing national outcry surrounding the battle for racial equality.

In hockey, the NHL is in Phase 2 of its return-to-play protocol and training camps are set to open on July 10th. That’s about it though for what we know 100 percent as there are still questions about where the hub cities will be and if the players will actually agree to return to the ice. For now, all they’ve approved is the postseason format, not if they will actually step on the ice or not. Players were tested for COVID-19 before returning to their practice facilities,

and will be tested twice weekly going forward. There were temperature checks at the facilities as well. There were restrictions placed on the number of players who could use the facility at one time -- including a maximum of six players for on-ice sessions -- and on time spent in the facilities.

As for the hub cities, players have expressed a desire not to feel totally sequestered, so it seems like Las Vegas is a front-runner, although the Golden Knights wouldn’t be allowed to play at home. There’s talk that Toronto might be another hub city, as it’s a Canadian city and on the Eastern Time Zone, which would accommodate that TV group. Again, this is all still in flux, so pardon the phrase here, but “stay tuned!”

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One thing that seems sure is that the NHL players seem to want to return to play. I’m not sure you can say the same for the NBA players as there’s been significant pushback from a group of NBA players on that league’s return-to-play plan. Kyrie Irving joined a conference call with nearly 100 players & several stars last week and reportedly made an impassioned plea for players to make a stand and sit out the season's resumption in Orlando.

According to published reports, several players suggested they'd be willing to sit out the season -- and numerous more discussed social issues, league economics and, ultimately, a sense that they needed to be united moving forward. Which means the NBA and a return-to-play is anything but a sure thing right now.

Which brings us to baseball, and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred tells ESPN that he’s now “less confident” about a 2020 season. "I'm not confident. I think there's real risk; and as long as there's no dialogue, that real risk is gonna continue," Manfred said when asked if he was confident there would be a season. Manfred went on to say, "It's just a disaster for our game, absolutely no question about it. It

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shouldn't be happening, and it's important that we find a way to get past it and get the game back on the field for the benefit of our fans," he said.

Manfred said the MLBPA's "decision to end good-faith negotiations" and the need for an agreement with the union on health and safety protocols "were really negative in terms of our efforts." He added, "The owners are 100 percent Jake McKenna committed to getting baseball back on the field, Unfortunately, I can't tell you that I'm 100 percent certain that's gonna happen."

My take on all this…? Baseball hasn’t been “America’s Favorite Pastime” for a long time now, and this might do some lasting & permanent damage if they don’t play at least SOME games. In other words, c’mon guys…find a way to figure this OUT…!!!

There is ONE piece of good news from baseball and that’s Jake McKenna. The 2020 Ocean City High School graduate quickly said yes when the Philadelphia ● Phillies called to offer him a minor league contract last Sunday. The

6-foot-7, left-handed pitcher will receive a $20,000 signing bonus, the maximum allowed this year for undrafted players. How exciting to see a local kid get signed by his LOCAL team? McKenna grew up a Phillies fan, and he says his favorite player is pitcher Cole Hamels. He was going to attend St. Joseph’s in Philly, but couldn’t resist the chance to play pro ball with his favorite team. Jake…good luck! Let’s hope you can even find HALF the success that “California Cole” did with the Phils…that would be awesome to see!

In other LOCAL sports news, welcome back to the area Jeff Garbutt. The Atlantic City grad &

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former Temple rower has accepted a job as the new head coach of the LaSalle men’s & women’s rowing teams. This is GREAT news not just for the current Explorers, but also for all the high school rowers around here hoping for a scholarship. You have to figure Garbutt is going to dig for his talent deeply in the Cape Atlantic League schools. The 48-year-old spent time as the girls coach at Ocean City & Mainland Regional before starting in college jobs at the University of Miami and then the University of Iowa…now he’s coming “home” and we are all better for it. Welcome HOME, Jeff Garbutt!

I’ll close with three items from entertainment, starting with “Dead to Me” on Netflix. Just two seasons and 20 episodes so far and my girlfriend and I ripped through those pretty quickly as we just had to find out how things would resolve themselves between Jen & Judy. Jen, played

by Christina Applegate, is mourning the hit-and-run death of her husband, while Judy, played by

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Meanwhile, my girlfriend’s son Michael & I have started “The Stranger” on Netflix. It’s an eightpart British mystery thriller based on the Harlan Coben novel of the same title. So far, so good. Oh, and if you like that one, I’ve already finished “Safe”, which is also created by Harlan Coben. Michael C. Hall from “Dexter” is outstanding in the lead role Tom Delaney.

Safe focuses on Delaney (Hall), a pediatric surgeon and widowed father of two teenage daughters.

He is struggling to connect with his daughters as they still grieve the loss of his wife from cancer one year prior. After his 16-yearold daughter Jenny goes missing, Tom uncovers a web of secrets as he frantically searches for her.

Completely worth it…!

Finally, I guess I’ll close out with a British movie too as “Notting Hill” came on the TV the other night and I watched it again for the first time since I saw it in the theater.

If you haven’t seen the 1999 film,

check it out and enjoy Julia Roberts plays American movie star Anna Scott and Hugh Grant is superb as bookstore owner William Thacker. I love it for Rhys Ifans, who steals the show as his wacky flat-mate Spike…! It’s a late-90’s “rom-com” for sure, but a good one to watch with your spouse.

Please let me extend a Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there… and I already congratulated the Grads at the top of the column as well. With the civil unrest in our country and trying times, I continue to hope & pray that we can all get along, come together, and stay healthy & safe…!

Pete has been the local "sports guy" at the Jersey Shore since 2004. After a decade with TV 40, he joined 97.3 ESPN radio to talk Eagles, Phillies, Sixers & Flyers with Mike Gill on "The SportsBash" each day from 2-6 p.m.

Pete is proud to be a "voice" for the annual ShopRite LPGA Classic each June, and does emcee work for groups like the National Football Foundation, The Old Grad Awards, and The 200 Club of Atlantic County.

You can hear Pete each Tuesday on 97.3 ESPN at 5:30p, and if you see him out & about in the community, he requests that you please say "Hi". Send comments to PBrooksT@aol.com

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Finding Your Happy Place

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hough there is plenty Americans disagree about, most will agree about stress. As a nation, we have plenty of it: 77% of people experience physical symptoms because of their angst levels. Not to mention 48% of those also believe their stress levels have a negative effect on their personal and professional lives. Now with a pandemic and the world in transition, we need to find solace in our own mind.

Even with these staggering (and revealing) figures, self-care, exercise, healthy eating, and mindfulness usually come last in our list of priorities. After all, with a to-do list that’s as tall as we are, it’s difficult to force ourselves to pause and relax.

But this decade, it’s time to embrace "me" time and adapt rituals and habits that lower our anxiety .

The idea of surrounding yourself with absolute quiet might feel odd or even frightening to people accustomed to constant manmade noise.

Expect that, but don't let it deter you.

And yes, some people sit in silence for a year, but what works best for most

of us is finding everyday moments of silence.

Silence is important in the morning because cortisol levels are highest then. Skip flipping on the news or opening the paper when you wake up. "It takes only 12 minutes in the morning to lower your cortisol.

Spend the first 12 minutes of the day sitting quietly, watching the sun come up, with a steaming cup of tea.

It's normal to have a radio on while doing chores. But try going without and spending 30 minutes in quiet as you wash dishes, dust, or iron. Those kinds of things are mindless in a good sense as they don't require us to do any heavy intellectual work. This leaves you open to your intuition, that quiet part that can't be heard over noise.

Don't be surprised if solutions to nagging problems become apparent during these quiet times. Walking in nature is a simple way to find silence.

Save the iPod for the gym and tune in to your natural surroundings.

I personally find the quiet in my backyard . The benefit of gardening is twofold: It puts you in touch with nature, and it's great solo silent time. Simply repotting some plants can bring stress levels way down. Swimming is not only a way to clear your mind but Help burn off a few of those calories A silent commute, with social media off, can be an especially beneficial way to both begin and end the

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Heart of Surfing Gets Ready to Serve the Special Needs Community for its 7th Season

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he Jersey Shore is fortunate to be the home of so many amazing charitable organizations, and Heart of Surfing is at the top of that list, giving kids with special needs a safe and fun day out surfing the swells of our local beaches. Originally set up in 2014 by Shore Local Magazine owners, Cindy and Bob Fertsch, Heart of Surfing was created to serve the autistic community and over the years has grown into a staple of several special needs circles offering both a physical and creative outlet to so many children. Cindy and Bob first started Heart of Surfing for their son Jamie when they noticed the lack of organized activities that were targeted for those

living with special needs.

Bob, being an avid surfer his entire life, always dreamed of sharing that passion with his children. Their son, Jamie, was diagnosed with autism at a young age, but this did not deter Bob from allowing Jamie to experience the thrill of riding the perfect wave.

Seeing the joy that surfing brought to Jamie, or “The Big Kahuna” as Bob would call him, inspired Cindy and Bob to search for different ways Jamie could experience the sport he loved. In 2014 they discovered an organization called “Surfers Healing” on the West Coast which provided surfing sessions for children with autism.

Surfers Healing would come to New Jersey one day a year and put on a session for families with autism in the local area, however these spaces

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would fill up incredibly fast leaving so many children without the opportunity to participate. After speaking with some of her friends who also had children with special needs, Cindy and Bob decided that they would put on their own version of Surfers Healing right here in South Jersey. The first week consisted of only 5 people, mainly close friends and family, but once the ball got rolling, the members grew exponentially and by the end of that first summer, they already had 50 kids participating. Then, after an appearance on the Dr Oz show which included generous donations of $5000 from the show and 5 stand-up paddle boards (SUPs) from Ron Jon surf shop, Heart of Surfing became a 501c3 nonprofit organization, offering surfing, skateboarding and more for families with special needs.

Now, Heart of Surfing amasses around 200 members each year, with on average up to a 100 kids each week. Every Saturday

over the summer, Heart of Surfing sets themselves up on a beach in the local area and invites special needs families to come and get 30 minutes of surfing completely free.

The kids are of varying abilities and ages and the great thing about the

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organization is that they create a unique experience for every participant. “Our number one goal is to create a positive experience for everyone. That looks very different for each participant. For some, you may not even know they are on the autism spectrum. They’re up, they’re shredding, they’re doing fantastic.

For others, like my son, it may be that they never stand up. It may just be they are going in the water and laying on a board, but that’s big for them” said Cindy. Heart of Surfing also allows siblings to join in and recognizes how this is a great bonding opportunity for families.

The only way any of this amazing work would be possible is with the help of volunteers. Each year, the beach patrols of numerous local beaches kindly donate a day to help with running the event. This helps determine which beach they will be surfing on that week and moving around helps to make it accessible for kids all over Atlantic and Cape May County. Around 30 individuals from the beach patrol volunteer their time to take the kids out surfing, bring boards for the kids to use, and donate water bottles. One year, a beach patrol even brought a DJ. Overall, the volunteers make it much more enjoyable for the kids. Heart of Surfing is fortunate to have a core

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group of volunteers from the local surf community come each week to volunteer. Heart of Surfing is always looking for help – the more volunteers they have, the more kids and families they can serve.

Sadly, earlier this year we had to say goodbye to Cindy and Bob’s son Jamie, who passed unexpectedly.

Heart of Surfing lives on in his legacy and to commemorate his life, Cindy and Bob have created the Jamie Fertsch Memorial Scholarship. This, along with their already

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established annual scholarship, is one of two $2000 scholarships that Heart of Surfing will give out each year to a deserving volunteer who has gone above and beyond in the Heart of Surfing community. This is a truly touching way to remember Jamie who was the inspiration for this organization and a huge part of its success. There are also plans to organize a “paddle out” with the group whereby participants take their surf boards into the ocean making a circle and releasing a

carnation into the open sea, while remembering some of the uplifting and beautiful moments that remind them of Jamie.

For Cindy, what makes Heart of Surfing so special is the sense of community it brings by attracting local families that are facing similar challenges and allowing them to share advice and support each other. It’s always a comfort to bond with other families that understand

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↘Continued from 31 first-hand the challenges of raising an autistic child. For that reason, Cindy and Bob have no plans to grow Heart of Surfing into anything more than a community-based organization aiming to help local families with special needs.

Going into their 7th summer this year, things will be a little different because of COVID-19. Although plans of how they will handle it have not been finalized yet due to the rules and regulations constantly changing as we learn new information, what can be guaranteed is that the kids will continue to have some of the most unforgettable experiences of their life. Heart if Surfing recognizes that this year everyone is having to do things a differently, however they are still committed to providing the best experience possible. If you want to see what Heart of Surfing is all about and have a special needs child or children you think would be interested, the best thing to do is keep up to date with the Facebook page “Heart of Surfing” as they will be posting updates about the plans for this year. One of the best things about this organization is that they provide their sessions absolutely free for anyone wanting to participate, demonstrating their commitment to inclusivity for all.

Although surfing is the main activity the organization participates in, there are also a wide variety of other opportunities for kids who may not be comfortable in the water. Pre and post surf season, Heart of Surfing hosts skateboarding sessions in various local skate parks. In fact, this year they were due to have an event in partnership with AC Skates which unfortunately had to be cancelled because of COVID-19. They also run sensory-friendly ice skating and roller-skating sessions along with seasonal activities.

If you are interested in getting involved as a volunteer, there are several opportunities to do so. Currently, Heart of Surfing is looking for a volunteer to help with running their website page. So, if you are a college student looking for some extra credit or are just feel passionate about this cause and would like to offer your services, please text Cindy at 609-705-5323. Addition-

ally, if you would like to volunteer as a surf instructor you can text Cindy and see what opportunities she has available. Heart of Surfing is a non-profit organization and is only able to bring these amazing experiences to special needs kids by the generosity of so many people.

If you are interested in supporting Heart of Surfing but do not feel as though as you can help with any of the hands-on duties, you can make

a donation of any amount or there is a selection of branded merchandise for sale. Donations can be made in their website at HeartofSurfing.org What started out as a small group on the beach trying to create a fun and safe environment for their children with autism has become the must-do event of the summer for non-specific special needs families. This is another example of a great organization that is not allowing the current situation to stand in their way, and with the recent relaxation on restrictions Heart of Surfing is eagerly awaiting the moment they can officially announce “Surf’s Up!” Dina Guzzardo is the President and Executive Promoter of Dina Media Group LLC. Dina Media Group is an innovative cutting edge event production and marketing company that produces and promotes large events as well as a talent agency that manages some incredible talent. www.dinamediagroup.com

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These three Egg Harbor Township moms came together to pave a way for change. In the wake of the George Floyd murder at the hands of Minneapolis law enforcement, protests erupted across the world, including throughout Atlantic County. George Floyd’s death directly followed the killing of Ahmaud Arbery and Breon-

na Taylor, all who sadly became three more black Americans failed by the justice system.

George Floyd became a tipping point for many Americans who have long felt that enough is ENOUGH. Tamika Floyd and Andrea Fogg nodded in agreement as Glorist Moore expressed that when we heard George Floyd call out for his mother, all mothers we re su m m o n e d .

Moore, an EHT resident and mother of two, shared with conviction that God wouldn’t let her “pray this one away.�

She knew in her heart-of-hearts that she was being called to be a part of active change in her community.

On the Wednesday prior to the June 7th kickoff event, Glorist text her friend Tamika Floyd expressing her urgent need to do something.

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The June 7th protest, “Break The Cycle of Injustice� would become a kickoff event for the community. Over 400 protestors marched their way to Tony Canale Park in EHT. Upon arrival, a voter registration booth was set up along with information about the 2020

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The emotion in the crowd was palpable and hopeful. Goosebumps rose on the skin of everyone in the crowd as Darchele Scott sang “Rise Up.” Tears rolled down emotional faces as 5th grader, Jailen Scott shared his original poem entitled, “I Can’t Breathe 2.0.” Emotions continued as 4th grader Marvin Burroughs shared his original poem, “I Am a Black Boy.”

The powerhouse list of speakers continued including Flynn Altomare, Ariana Smith, Dante Moore, Freeholder Ashley Bennett, Fred Fogg, and Pastor Tim Chambers along with Youth Pastor Urick Lewis from Fresh Start Church.

As emotions ran high and a passion for change was shared among the crowd, it was deeply understood that this energy couldn’t end when everyone dispersed at the end of the day. This was the beginning of a movement in our hometown, as well as across the nation.

Tamika Floyd, Andrea Fogg, and Glorist Moore expressed repeatedly that this isn’t about their names or recognition, but that they are following their God led calling to be agents

for change. They are serving as the catalyst for conversations, education, and equity for black and brown people in our community. The need for change extends will beyond the call for police reform and equity in the justice system. These three moms, along with thousands of others, are calling for equity for people of color in the Healthcare system, black history to be taught for more than just a month in February, racial disparities to be addressed in places of employment and so much more.

It begins with our community and with allies of all races who believe that change is urgently necessary. It begins with conversations, education, and a choice to stand up for what is right. Long lasting changes can only happen when people come together for a greater good and continue to

show up for the cause.

June 7th launched a movement and an invitation for the community to come together for equity and justice. These three powerhouse mothers will work together with fellow community members to address the unconscious and conscious biases that exist in America towards people of color.

To get involved and be a part of the movement with Tamika, Glorist, and Andrea email inquiries to www. tinyurl.com/breakthecycleEHT.com.

Krystle J Bailey is a mom of two, a published author, poet, and freelance writer. Born and raised in South Jersey, she currently resides in Mayslanding. Contact Krystle at Krystlejbailey@gmail.com.

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first learned of the wonder of a mulberry at my Grandparents home in Wildwood Crest. On summer mornings, my grandfather (Gramps) and I would pick mulberries to add to our bowl of Cheerios. I don’t remember too many of mine actually making it to the cereal bowl.

My purple stained hands, mouth and shirt always gave away my method of three for me and one for the bucket, but I didn’t care. Who needed Cheerios and milk? I’ll take my mulberries au naturel, thank you.

I don’t know where I was looking, or where they were hiding, but until last year I sadly hadn’t stumbled across another mulberry tree. That is until I was walking along my street last Summer. Finding that tree was so exciting. I felt like a kid again. I

kept eating more and picking more, I was unstoppable. Until I realized I was eating the fruit off of a strangers tree, while standing in their yard.

That didn’t totally stop me, but it did make my pickings quick and at odd times of the night, when people weren’t likely to see me. It was worth it. They were just as delicious as I remembered.

A year later, I have discovered not one, but TWO mulberry trees growing in my own yard. Jackpot! With the quickness of one Google search I made sure they were indeed my elusive favorite fruit trees. I realized not only are they not a rare and special fruit, they are quite the opposite. Everywhere I looked, the same word kept coming up to describe them: invasive.

Seems harsh for a plant that offers so much and demands so little. I realize now they were literally everywhere.

How could I have missed them? I’m going to have to make up for lost time.

I ‘upcycled’ an old Johnson’s Popcorn tub to wear around my neck for easy picking (that ingenuity is thanks to my mom and her countless times taking me blueberry picking) and

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So far, I’ve moved my picnic table to stand on, and I’ve driven my car underneath them to pick through my sunroof. Today, I am going to put down a tarp and shake them down like they owe me money. This will be a great way to get those dark ripe ones I can see but can’t reach. And probably a great stress reliever, too.

With this first harvest I will be making a Rosemary Infused Mulberry Simple Syrup. This will be a great way to add a burst of mulberry flavor to tons of recipes because now that mulberries and I have been reunited, I think we’re going to be seeing a lot of each other.

I will leave you with this fabulous recipe and a plea: If you have any special mulberry recipes please send them my way, I have a lot of catching up to do!

Rosemary Infused Mulberry Simple Syrup ● 2 cups mulberries, rinsed ● 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar

2/3 cup water 1 1/2T fresh chopped rosemary Once mulberries, sugar, and rosemary are combined in your pot, add water and simmer on a stove top for about 20-25 minutes.

Everything will begin to cook down and start smelling delicious.

Mixture will reduce by about two thirds and what you end up with is a warm dark purple syrup.

Strain the liquids through a fine sieve until you have just syrup in the bowl. Do not mash down on the solids!

Pour your deep purple liquid gold into a container, top with a small sprig of fresh rosemary and place in the fridge to get cold before using.

A TIP: This liquid will stain just about anything!!! So make sure you use glass bowls or containers for storage, and enjoy! ● ●

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had promised to share as much valuable information regarding The Corona Virus and South Jersey and People Of Color until the virus was over. That is a promise I am now breaking. After 3 months of more of “you can’ts” I am taking a break. I was on social media looking for just one great story that would make me smile...I found none. Everything was Corona, Police Brutality, and one dark story after another about money, don’t enjoy the summer (like who is allowed to enjoy themself this summer?) Unfortunately according to every news source available the world as we know it will pretty much end in September. So I went out to

find Good News and make people happy. I will also continue to try and find good news and give you some valuable information in the future but today just Good News..

Good News - Activist Stephen Young is producing a new radio show called SAY IT LOUD on WEHA 88.7 FM and 100.3 FM. The new show dedicated to positive change in the community can be heard every Thursday from 5pm to 6pm. I am a stone cold realist, but Steve Young is a realist with vision, meaning he works with what he has today to create the change he wants to see in the future. Young is the man I call on the phone to get some clear insight, that positive change is possible and worth the struggle. Young DOES NOT try to move me with catchy rhyming rhetoric or impossible dreams. Young has always given me clear road maps to where his brand of activism is heading. Steven Young having his own regular weekly platform is long overdue.

I did ask Young why people other than Black or Brown should listen?

Young replied “People should listen and be educated on Black History and Black Current Events to find out where they may fit in as a Human Being.”

SAY IT LOUD, can also be heard at www.wehavegospel.com and listeners are encouraged to call in at 609-641-8870.

Good News - The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City Celebrates it’s 2 year anniversary.

The last 4 months not withstanding. The Hard Rock Casino, Resort, Hotel has provided Atlantic City and myself with a lifetime of memories in 2 short years.

Even with all the uncer tainty since March, The Hard Rock has retained a significant amount of it’s staff and provided them with gift cards of significant amounts of money to help the employees survive these times.

Before the word pandemic became a word we used every day...The Hard Rock quickly became one of the cities top concert venues boasting appearances by artists from Mariah Carey to Run DMC to Janet Jackson to Bobby Brown. The Hard Rock has also taken full advantage of it’s smaller venue Sound Waves with Motown celebrations, intimate concerts with artists like The Time, Tanya Tucker and musicals like the popular Jersey Boys.

At the time I am writing this. I have no idea what The Hard Rock

will be doing to celebrate entertainment-wise. I am sure they will take full advantage of the beach and boardwalk and I can’t wait. Until then , I know they will be giving away some great cars as soon as possible but for more information please visit www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com Good News - Local Cyclist Robert Williams has helped NBA Hall Of Famer, Bill Walton raise over $100,00 for BIKE FOR HUMANITY. Williams has cycled in races and bikea-thons to raise money for charities in almost every major city and on both coasts. Williams was part of a virtual bike-a-thon organized by Bill Walton to raise money for those affected by the Covid 19 virus.

Robert Williams will be taking to the open roads to help Bike For Humanity again on June 25th.

Please visit www.BikeForHumanity.com to get more information or make a contribution.

That’s all the space we have for Good News today...but I will have more next time.

If you have some good news, please contact me at RaymondTyler2018@Gmail.com

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Shore Local Trivia Test Your Local Knowledge 1. Birch Grove Park is in this town: a) Somers Point b) Northfield c) Mays Landing d) Marmora

8. This is the "Birthplace of The Birdie". a) Atlantic City Country Club b) Blue Heron Pines Golf Club c) Linwood Country Club d) Seaview Golf Club

2. How many Wawa stores are located in Somers Point? a) 1 b) 4 c) 2 d) 3

9. The biggest concert venue in this town is out above the ocean: a) Wildwood b) Atlantic City c) Ocean City d) Margate

3. The starboard side of a boat is what side? a) Front b) Right c) Left d) Rear 4. Still has a traffic circle: a) Somers Point b) Brigantine c) Galloway d) Hamilton Twp. 5. Surfers rub wax on their boards to: a) Make if faster b) Help keep their feet gripped to the surface c) Make the board float better d) Keep it from getting too hot in the sun 6. Highest Population lives here: a) Atlantic City b) Egg Harbor Twp. c) Galloway Twp. d) Hamilton Twp. 7. The largest Ferris wheel can be found here: a) Ocean City b) Wildwood c) Sea Isle d) Atlantic City

10. Mayfest is an event celebrated in: a) Somers Point b) Ocean City c) Mays Landing d) Smithville Answers: 1-B, 2-D, 3-B, 4-B, 5-B, 6-B, 7-D, 8-A, 9-C, 10-D All Correct - SURELY LOCAL. You’ve got sand in your toes and pines needles by your feet.

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interest with leathery, glossy leaves that turn from light green to dark green through the year.

Mountain laurel's unique ability to catapult pollen onto pollinators has fascinated and baffled researchers since the 19th century. Ten slender filaments support the anthers (the part of the stamen where the pollen is produced). These are tucked into tiny pockets in the petals that are under tension as the flower grows. When a pollinator lands on the flower, the spring-loaded stamens launch pollen into the air and onto its visitor. Pollen is flung into the air at approximately eight miles per hour, making it one of the “fastest plants” tracked.

A word of caution: all parts of mountain laurel are toxic, both to

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humans and some livestock such as horses , goat s , sheep, and cattle.

However, it will s afely at t r ac t hummingbirds and butterflies as well as other pollinators.

Unlike some plants that don’t like being moved, mountain laurel is highly adaptable to being transplanted. Given the right conditions of part shade and well-drained, acidic soil, mountain laurel (hardy in zones 5-9) should find a nice new home in your South Jersey garden.

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