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Shore Local Welcomes Kimberly Shurig

imberly Shurig, AKA Kimmie Kocktail, is a veteran of the hospitality and entertainment industry. She is the winner of 2006 Hilton Supervisor of the Year and authored the AAA Diamond rating handbook for the Atlantic City Hilton which held a 4-diamond rating for five years. This same handbook was implemented and used at the Golden Nugget Atlantic City where they currently have a 4-diamond rating. Kimmie authored the nightlife segment on the Ed Hitzel Radio Show. She has a deep and passionate knowledge of the taverns, clubs, restaurants,

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boutique dining spots, casinos, and after-hours clubs of Atlantic City and the Delaware Valley, as well as the guests, employees, and owners who inhabit them. Kimmie is also a contributor to SNJ Today’s “What’s on Tap” craft beer television show, hosted by Gary Monterosso and Tara Nurin, which airs on Thursday’s 6:30 p.m. on WACP Channel 4 and Comcast Channel 22 or https://snjtoday.com/ whats-on-tap/ Saturdays at 1 p.m. Kimmie Kocktail has a pretty busy schedule. She produces and hosts SNJ Today’s “2 Chicks & a Chef” Saturday mornings on WSNJ 1240AM and WWFG 99.9FM. She also emcees South Jersey events like Hell’s Kitchen Takeover at Caesars Atlantic City and the Atlantic City Food Truck Festival. When Kocktail, isn’t busy running around breweries, festivals and bars in South Jersey and other areas, she is monitoring her social media sites. Kimmie is a board member of Room for Hope, Barkann Healing Hearts Foundation. Strong supporter of law enforcement and veterans, the Community Food Bank of South Jersey, Gilda’s Club, Boys and Girls Club of AC, MCBA, Epicurean Society and the Greater Atlantic City GLBT Alliance.

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A Time For Gratitude From the Editor

ello November. This is the time of year I finally relinquish summer. We have the most delightful fall or "shoulder season" here. With temperatures in the 70s and warm ocean breezes, the joys of summer continue through September and October. November is the month of harvest and gratitude. Warm soup, hot tea, cozy blankets and hoodies all come into play. The leaves burst with color, then quickly fall and crunch below our feet. Shore Local is full of gratitude for our wonderful columnists and this issue, we have the honor of welcoming Kimberly Shurig, also known as Kimmie Kocktail, as a new regular columnist. Kimberly is a food and beverage columnist and is also an on-air host of 2 Chicks and a Chef, along with Natalie Hitzel and Chef Michael D'Angelo. Together they keep the legacy of Ed Hitzel alive with Hitzel approved high

integrity, non-biased food reviews. Be sure to check out Kimberly's column on page 32 featuring Somers Point Restaurant Week which begins Oct. 15. In this issue, Shore Local celebrates this area's passionate and purposeful women entrepreneurs. These "Boss Ladies" are making it happen in a million different ways every day, often while juggling families, mothering, business and finances. They are resourceful and resilient. Shore Local sits down with some of this area's top women entrepreneurs, and asks what inspires them, how they got started and what advice they would give to someone just starting out. We salute their accomplishments, passion and courage. In November, we also look forward to honoring our veterans. Our next issue will feature a special section dedicated to saluting our veterans, all those who gave so much for our freedom. Thank you for inviting Shore Local into your home and supporting our vision of small business supporting small businesses while celebrating and promoting community growth.

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one percent of veterans receive dental insurance.” Pham said that is one of the misconceptions about veterans’ benefits. Many veterans do not receive full health care benefits upon returning from active duty. The first Veterans Smile Day was held in 2012. Now it is a nationwide event. The 2012 event at Brickworks Dental helped 35 veterans receive dental care for everything from a routine treatment to extractions, and even root canals, according to the website veteranssmileday.org.

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AYS LANDING – Brickworks Dental Dr. Deryck Pham, a Navy veteran, wanted to give back to local veterans who have served the country the best way he knew how: to give them free dental care as part of Veterans Smile Day. On Saturday, Nov. 4, Pham and other dentists and dental care specialists will provide free dental care from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to more than 110 veterans at Brickworks Dental, 5429 Harding Highway. Pham, 40, said the event is in its sixth year and continues to grow. A benefit held Saturday, Oct. 14, to benefit Veterans Smile Day was held at Clancy’s By The Bay in Somers Point. It

Dr. Pham and other dental care specialists help more than 100 veterans during the Smile Day event. was a huge success. “The benefit went great. We raised $10,000 and a few hundred people came out,” Pham said Friday, Oct. 20. “Each year it is getting a little bit bigger.” The Veterans Smile Day mission is to provide free dental care and support to military veterans as a small way of thanking them for their service. The hope is that in the process the veterans will find permanent dentists for themselves and their families. Pham was in the Navy for three years,

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PAWS Lends a Hand

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ARGATE – PAWS Pet Care is helping dog owners in Atlantic and Cape May counties by providing dog walking services for your pooch if you are working late, as well as providing an opportunity for adults with disabilities. Jewish Family Service, 607 N. Jerome Ave., started PAWS Pet Care just two years ago. Since then, the business has grown. For some, PAWS is their first job. For others, it is a chance to earn some money and gain confidence, knowing they are in the workforce. And for PAWS customers, they receive specialized care from trained professionals, ensuring that while they are at work or need someone to walk their dogs, their pooches are getting the best of care.

“After casino closings, we really saw a huge hole of those having difficulty getting a job. Atlantic County’s unemployment is about 14 percent,” JFS Director of Communications Beth Joseph said Friday, Oct. 20. “Getting a job is difficult, and getting a job for people with disabilities is virtually impossible.” Joseph said JFS looked through the community to determine what might be a good fit for a business. They found hundreds of dog licenses between Ventnor and Margate alone, with that number increasing during the peak summer tourism season. “There were just a few dog walking businesses out there, so we knew we wanted to create one of our own,” Joseph said.

What Does PAWS Offer? “I like to say we have a little bit more, because we have pet-check technology. It is a clock in and clock out system where the dog walkers can send pictures of the dogs to the owners,” Joseph remarked. While Margate and Ventnor are the main areas for the business, PAWS has branched out to Somers Point, Absecon, Egg Harbor Township, Northfield and Ocean City.

PAWS Pet Care offers services tailored to the individual customer’s and pup’s needs. They offer multiple walks a day, companionship for the dogs for a time after their walks, even pooper scooping services. Just about the only thing they don’t provide is pet sitting. Walks begin as early as 6:30 a.m. A 30-minute walk is $15, a 50-minute walk is $25. PAWS also combines a walk with companionship services, such as feeding, for $30. Pooper scooper services are $15 an hour.

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Ashleigh Parr of Somers Point walks Auggie the specific needs of the customers. “JFS job coaches go out to the home and make sure the dog is a good fit for the program - not aggressive, for example, and vaccinated,” Schmidt said. PAWS staff is trained by an animal care specialist as well as by members of the Humane Society of Ocean City on spotting injury, avoiding trouble with other dogs and other issues that may come up. There are eight dog walkers. Although the number of dogs walked frequently changes, there are currently 11.

Sherwood Oxendine of Atlantic City walks Otis. Owners don’t need to supply anything but their dogs PAWS employees bring everything needed for the walk, from a PAWS leash to waste bags and dog treats. When the dog walkers enter the home, the owner will get an alert, photos of their dog as well as a map of paw prints detailing the walk. Maureen Leidy of Ventnor, has been a PAWS Pet Care customer since its inception and is happy with the service. “The PAWS service provides a GPS check-in for when the dog walker arrives at my home, and provides a check-out time. This gives me the reassurance that I know when my dog, Holly, is cared for, so I can focus at work,” Leidy said. Leidy added that the dog walker handles her very large Newfoundland very well. “Sometimes my walker even sends me a picture of the dog when she is doing something cute,” she said. Jessica Schmidt, JFS lead vocational coach, said the service is a success because the dogs are screened, the dog walkers are carefully selected and undergo rigorous training. It also meets

Who are the dog walkers? The reasons for PAWS have as much to do with helping people, as it does providing a service for dogs. For Sherwood Oxendine, 51, of Atlantic City, a PAWS Pet Care employee, it is the beginning of his life in the workforce. “I’ve never had the chance to work with animals before but have always wanted to. Earning my first paycheck was a goal I have had for a long time and PAWS Pet Care helped me achieve that,” Oxendine said. Oxendine is in the JFS vocational services program for people with disabilities. Like him, people in the program are assigned a case manager and they work to create a good fit between the dog walker and the dog. People in the program range from people who have autism to some sort of mental health issue, such as a person who suffers from anxiety, Joseph, the JFS communications director, explained. “We are employing individuals with disabilities and hope residents support this effort,” she said. For more information contact PAWS Pet Care at 609-822-6817 or email paw@jfsatlantic.org. Photos provided by Jewish Family Service

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Foodie Fun at Somers Point Restaurant Week By Kimberly Shurig Food and Beverage Columnist

and all proceeds will go directly to the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Southern Branch. Two Atlantic Cape Culinary scholarships will be awarded as well. Just outside of Greate Bay Country Club’s Main bustling dining room, the event will host live chef demos by local celebrity chefs Michael D’Angelo and Vincent Tedeschi. Adjunct professors at Atlantic Cape Culinary, Chef Bruce Johns and Chef Jack Whelan will add to the live cooking demos this year. Guests may also en-

he countdown to Somers Point’s most delicious week of the year has begun, true foodies are particularly anxious to book their reservations and check some restaurants off their hit-list. For foodies, Somers Point Restaurant Week is required eating, and they dont take the assignment lightly. To whet their appetites for the 10-day prix fixe extravaganza, the Somers Point Restaurant Association, sponsored by Sysco, will host a Sip & Savor kick-off party at Greate Bay Country Club, 901 Mays Landing Road, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29. A first bite of restaurant week menus, features tasting tables from 15 Somers Point Restaurant Week participating restaurants, and sips from Titos Handmade Vodka, Carlo Rossi Wines and more! Tickets are only $15 per person Chef Vincent Tedesci ice sculpting.

joy live music performed by the fun and funky popular band, Funkalicious. Leave the cooking and dishes at home and celebrate the most delicious time of the year. For 10 days this year, Friday, Nov. 3 through Sunday, Nov. 12, the participating Somers Point restaurants will be offering three-course dinners for just $27.17 and a number of them will offer twocourse lunches for just $12.17. This foodie-favorite week is the perfect time to take a culinary tour throughout the diverse and thriving food culture of Somers Point. Food lovers simply dine out at as many participating restaurants as they like. Experience great food and prices that will delight your palate and your wallet. This event is very popular every year, so it’s a good idea to start thinking about making reservations now if you’re interested in trying out one of the more popular restaurants. Hashtag-happy guests are encouraged to tag their event and dining

Chef Michael D'Angelo photos with #SPRW17. Once lucky guest will win a $250 Somers Point Restaurant Week gift basket! Make sure to keep tags coming Nov. 3rd – Nov. 12th for the full Somers Point Restaurant Week experience. For more information and a complete list of restaurants participating in Somers Point Restaurant Week see the official website and Facebook page!

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The Science in Fall Foliage

By Steffen Klenk

ere we are amid the fall season. This change of season provides the perfect temperatures for outdoor activities. As a photographer, I love driving up and down the Garden State Parkway, through the back roads and into Pinelands to watch the leaves change color. While many sections of the country are beginning to see cooler temperatures and gorgeous, brightly colored trees, our local vegetation remains lush and we have yet to see leaves falling in unison. Photosynthesis plays a major role in the lifespan of a tree. Photosynthesis is an agent from which plants and other organisms gather much-needed sunlight and energy. It is also what gives these leaves a bright, green color during the spring and summer.

The loss of sunlight and cooler temperatures lessen the production of photosynthesis during the fall, and causes many of the leaves to change their hue. This season, we have only witnessed a slight change to date, thanks, in part, to Mother Nature. Our region has seen very little change this fall due to higher-than-normal temperatures. A lack of steady rainfall over the past several weeks has also played a role, According to the state Division of

Parks and Forestry. Experts are predicting that the foliage will be less vivid here in South Jersey. While many leaves are nearing their peak in northern sections of the state, our region should begin to see colors changing in the next couple of weeks. The most common tree found throughout our region is the bald cypress. Bald cypress leaves produce a distinctive bright, orange color. Sugar maple trees are also the most bountiful, providing the distinctive “leaf shape” common throughout the Northeast. Red maple trees can be found throughout the entire eastern half of the country, providing South Jersey residents and visitors could expect to see the a magnificent red color. beauty of leaves changing hues within the next couple of Native to our area, especially along the weeks. Photos by Steffen Klenk.

beaches and islands, most trees, such as pine, hickory and holly, offer plentiful shade but lack the ability to change to bright, fall colors. South Jersey has many wonderful places to see the fall colors. For some, it might be as close as your back yard. But the best way to see nature is up close. The Pine Barrens stretch as far north as Ocean County into sections of mainland Cape May County. Many of New Jersey’s state parks offer magnificent views of the fall colors. If you’re up for some adventure, be sure to visit our local parks and forests, such as Wharton State Forest in nearby Hammonton. Wharton State Forest provides one of the best spots in the region to see the foliage at its peak, while visitors can spend the day hiking, fishing, or going on nature walks. You can also take a trip to Belleplain State Forest, in Woodbine. Here, you will find up to 21,000 acres of trees, including red maple, oak and cranberry. Cape May Point State Park is another great site for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.

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he legendary Chubby Checker will help Ocean City celebrate New Year’s Eve with performances on the Ocean City Music Pier as part of the family-friendly 2018 First Night festivities. Checker first performed “The Twist” on “American Bandstand” in 1960, and dancing has never been the same. The rock ’n’ roll icon has sold 250 million records and toured continuously in his career of six decades. Checker will be part of a spectacular lineup of more than 75 shows and activities at venues throughout Ocean City during the alcohol-free celebration on Dec. 31, 2017. All-inclusive admission buttons – good for entry to every venue throughout the night – are on sale now for a discounted $15. Visit firstnightocnj.com to purchase them online or stop by Roy Gillian Welcome Center on

the Route 52 causeway or the City Hall Welcome Center at Ninth Street and Asbury Avenue. Anybody interested in helping out with the event, can download the First Night volunteer form here. Checker was born in South Carolina but grew up in Philadelphia and became a local celebrity with his impressions of Fats Domino, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley at Tony Anastazi’s Produce Store on South Street. The Philly boy became a star with a string of hit singles in the 1960s that included “Pony Time,” “The Mess Around,” “Limbo Rock” and “Jingle Bell Rock.” Last summer, he released “Knock Down the Walls,” which made it to No. 1 on Billboard’s dance music chart. Checker will perform shows at 9 p.m., 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. on the Music Pier, before fireworks cap off the evening’s entertainment and welcome the year 2018.

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The most important reason dentists should provide free dental care to veterans is an easy one, Pham said. “It is a way to say thank you to the men and women who help make this country great. The veterans are an underserved community,” he said. “Most people don’t realize veterans don’t get to go to the dentist. Most veterans don’t get medical care, either.” For more information, visit veteranssmileday.org or call Brickworks Dental at 609-625-0505.

Dr. Pham knows the important of providing dental care to uninsured veterans. ies participated, and there are hundreds of volunteers helping many veterans. The number of dental offices participating has grown from 10 to 75 across the country. But it still isn’t enough, Pham said. He hopes the Smile Day event will continue to grow and serve the needs of the many uninsured veterans who could benefit from dental care. “The number of volunteers is not high when you think of the number of veterans who may need free dental care,” he said. “That is why we are still trying to actively recruit.”

Dr. Deryck Pham of Brickworks Dental in Mays Landing with a client and staff during a Veterans Smile Day event, which provides free dental care to veterans. If you know of a person who would make a good Hometown Hero email shorelocalnews@ gmail.com.

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Ocean City Happenings Ocean City rolls into late October on Thursday with its annual Halloween Parade. The event is a favorite on the fall calendar and features local children, families, bands, entertainers, businesses and organizations costumed for the occasion. The parade starts at 7:15 p.m. Oct. 26 and proceeds down Asbury Avenue from Sixth Street to 11th Street. The event is sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club. To register to participate, call 800-813-5580 or visit ochp.blogspot.com. Watching the

parade is, of course, free – with great spots to catch all the action from either side of downtown Asbury Avenue. Children are invited back to the Avenue from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 28) for downtown trickor-treating at participating stores on Asbury Avenue between Sixth Street and 11th Street. The Greater Ocean City Theatre Company’s annual Halloween Costume Party is set for 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Ocean City Yacht Club. Tickets are $75 until the Oct. 24 deadline. The party is for adults (21-and-over) and includes food, dancing and prizes. To purchase tickets, visit the Theatre Company’s website at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com. Traditional trick-or-treating hours in Ocean City will be 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Halloween – Tuesday, Oct. 31. Anybody interested in learning more about the allergy-safe Teal Pumpkin Project can visit www.foodallergy.org/education-awareness/teal-pumpkin-project. JOHN R. ELLIOTT HERO WALK AND 5K RUN (Oct. 29): A 5-kilometer walk and a 5K run to promote the use of sober designated drivers and reduce the number of drunken driving tragedies (the mission of the John R. Elliott HERO campaign for Designated Drivers). Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. at the Sports and Civic Center, Sixth Street and Boardwalk. Run begins at

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‘PETER/WENDY’ (Nov. 3 and 4): The Greater Ocean City Theatre Company’s Junior Company presents a lyrical interpretation of “Peter Pan” featuring students in grades 6 to 12. Jeremy Bloom strips the familiar story down to its emotional essence. This low-tech adaptation will mesmerize audiences of all ages. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by calling 609-399-6111 or visiting oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice. TRAIL OF TWO CITIES (Nov. 4): This 5-kilometer run/walk travels one way over the Ninth Street causeway from Ocean City to Somers Point. Race begins at 8 a.m. Pre-register through www.ocnj.us/raceevents. QUIET FESTIVAL (NOV. 4 and 5): Ocean City once again will welcome the calmer season with its annual Quiet Festival. This year’s event will take place Nov. 4 and 5 and will celebrate all the resources of the Ocean City Community Center. The Ocean City Free Public Library, Ocean City Arts Center, Ocean City Historical Museum, Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center and Howard S. Stainton Senior Center each will be host to activities during the two-day festival. For more information on the events and a schedule, visit ocnj.us/ quietfestival. VETERANS DAY PROGRAM (Nov. 11): The annual ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park. For more information, call 609-3996111. HOLIDAY CELEBRATION OF FINE ARTS AND CRAFTS (Nov. 11 and 12): More than 75 fine artists, photographers and handcrafters at the Ocean City Music Pier from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Hand-crafted, artisan-made items of every description from Christmas trees, ceramics, American Doll clothes, jewelry and reindeer to stained glass, candles, pet treats and art that can be framed while you browse. Every offering is handmade in the U.S. by the seller. Your $3 admission benefits the Ocean City Food Cupboard and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. For more information, call 609-365-2239.

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K9 Warriors Serve Veterans veteran's home and a handler trains the dog and veteran together. The training typically takes three months and costs approximately $3,500. Bonnie Brittingham, treasurer of the Egg Harbor Township Elks Lodge 2563 heard about the K9 Warriors and shared it with her fellow Elks. In response, they raised $4,500 for K9

ill Hurley is a veteran who fought in Desert Storm and battled depression for 25 years until he received his service dog through K9 Warriors. Now Hurley is a veteran liaison for K9 Warriors and helps to match veterans with traumatic brain injuries or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder with service dogs that can help them to lead a full life. Gabriel Ruiz, of Galloway, is the Founder and CEO of K9 Warriors, a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Ruiz is an Army veteran who suffered a traumatic brain injury when rocket fire struck his convoy in Iraq in 2008. He lost 90 percent of the pigmentation in both of his eyes and suffers from debilitating migraines that are exacerbated by light. His service dog, Alala, can smell chemical changes in his brain prior to the onset of a migraine. She will bring him his medication and lead him to the darkest place wherever they are. So far, K9 Warriors has matched 15 dogs to veterans. Some of the dogs are rescues from the Atlantic County Humane Society and other animal shelters. Some are donated by breeders.

Warriors and presented a check to them Saturday, Oct. 21 at a pasta dinner. Hurley, along with his service dog, accepted the check for K9 Warriors and answered questions from the Elks members, even demonstrating some commands. If you would like to know more about K9 Warriors, go to www. k9warriorsinc.org.

Bill Hurley, of Buena, a veteran of Operation Desert Storm and a K9 Warrior service dog recipient, is now a veteran liaison for K9 Warriors. The dogs need to be screened carefully to be certain they are not too high energy or low energy, that they have a drive to work and can remain calm and focused in a large crowd. After careful selection, the dog is integrated into the

Egg Harbor Township Elks Lodge 2563 presents a check for $4,500 to K9 Warriors, a nonprofit organization dedicated to matching veterans with Traumatic brain injury or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to service dogs trained to help them lead full lives.

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n entrepreneur is defined as “a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses, taking on greater than normal financial risks in order to do so.” Since nowhere is it defined as “Achieving

great financial success.” I believe I can safely say, that is a fairly accurate characterization of myself. My career certainly didn’t start that way. As a determined young woman, I set my course to land a position in the hospitality industry in the “Big” city. As a travel and tourism student in business school, my internship began in room reservations at the then newly opened Tropicana Casino Hotel. My journey took me steadily up the ladder of success, when I was promoted to supervisor by the age of 22 at Bally’s Park Place. During the years of raising my daughters, this area was the land of endless opportunities. I managed and opened a new motel;

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for which they performed fun, light hearted narratives. My creative ambitions run deep. I’ve helped launch new businesses, built websites and recently taken on one of my biggest challenges yet! As a member of the Township of Hamilton’s Historical Society, I chaired the committee to bring the annual Ghost Walk to life! With a window of no more than three weeks, we created a unique storytelling process that will get more elaborate as it grows from year to year. Through historical research, character portrayals and the addition of the White Raven Paranormal Society to our team, Mays Landing will soon be known for our already elaborate community events. I’m proud to announce that most recently, I’ve also joined Shore Local’s team of celebrated staff writers! And finally, never far from my heart: In the final hours of 2012, the Jersey Shore Children’s Museum was in desperate need of securing a new home as the doors readied for closure at the Shore Mall. With just days to go, I successfully arranged a relocation at the Hamilton Mall, as well as a fundraiser to rouse the media’s attention. As this year marks its 20th year in service to our community’s families, I remain a committed member on the board of directors of this “Family Treasure!” Your support of these two nonprofit museums in Mays Landing is always appreciated! https://w w w.facebook.com/ jerseyshorechildrensmuseum/ https://w w w.facebook.com/ MaysLandingYesteryear/ Mari isn't one for too much down time. A diagnosis in 2011 of Parkinson's Disease redirected her career as a Director of Marketing and Events in Atlantic City to doing her own events for other markets. She is active with the Jersey Shore Children's Museum and the Township of Hamilton Historical Society.

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Hair Dynasty

he first thing you will notice when you walk into Hair Dynasty of Somers Point is the cozy décor and friendly atmosphere. After you get settled in the waiting area, you will start noticing the many inspirational sayings and quotes on the walls. Some make you smile, some make you stop and think and others touch your heart. Everything here makes you want to come back. Sue Mell, owner, has worked to make this a comfortable place for the entire family to come and get a haircut or other service. Pricing is reasonably set, based on her philosophy that people work hard for their money and should be able to afford a hair salon experience. She has owned this salon since 1982. It all started because she fell in love with the industry while playing hairdresser in her aunt’s salon as a little girl! After becoming licensed, Sue worked at several area salons. She finally settled in at Hair Dynasty in 1980 which was owned by Dominick Vignola at that time. She felt she was finally “home”. When he was ready to leave the industry in 1982, Dominick offered to sell Hair Dynasty to Sue and she jumped at the chance.

newer procedures and current trends. One of the things Johnna has brought to Hair Dynasty is hair extensions - a service they didn’t use to have. “I am so thankful to have my daughter here working with me. I am very proud of her,” Sue said. A challenge that Sue faces daily is the upkeep of her property. “It’s an older building so there’s always something to do” she says. She advises anyone that is purchasing a property for their business to make sure to include property upkeep in their budget, along with all the other business expenses. A smart business plan is also in order. Sue’s word of warning for a wannabee salon owner: “While this is a great and rewarding industry, expect to work most weekends and have sore feet!” Hair Dynasty is located at 601 Shore Road, Somers Point. 609-927-5243

Although it was scary, and her father tried to discourage her, Sue jumped in with both feet. In 1984 she moved Hair Dynasty to its current location at the corner of Bethel and Shore Roads. Sue says the single most important thing to running a successful salon is the staff you have in place. She hires people that she can trust and who are team players. “There are no superstars here – everyone is equal and is expected to work as hard as the next person.” Luckily, Sue does not have a high turnover of staff. Many employees that left did so to start their own business. “I have always been blessed with employees that want to stay here. I am very flexible and allow them to set their own hours, which I think is one of the reasons. “A very important person on her staff is Johnna, her daughter. Johnna has contributed immensely to the business through her knowledge of

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Jennifer Hansen, Owner of Enlightened Solutions What inspired you/led you to be a business owner/entrepreneur? I am the 4th generation in a family business so the decision was to help my parents as they had helped me growing up. Back in 1999 about a year after coming home to work of the company I started the Hansen Foundation. I have continued to work in the area of helping addicts recover since that time which has now grown into a full multi-faceted operating business. My own struggles with addiction inspired me to do this work.

planning for all businesses. Also throw in going to pick up addicts and get them to a safe place every now and then. And 3 kids and all of their activities. And to do all of this would not be possible without yoga and my 12 step meetings!

Tell us what your average day looks like. My day is never the same. I have lots of meetings with department heads and visit all of our different properties. I have been building a lot of new buildings lately and I do all the design work both from a structural architectural standpoint and interior design so much of my time lately has been spent doing that. I go and shop for all the furniture and purchase and set it up. I also do all the budgets, financial meetings, marketing plans and have oversight of all marketing materials and plans. Much time is spent on strategic

What were/are some of your biggest challenges? Opening all of these businesses in such a short period of time. Enlightened Cafe has been a big challenge because it is open so many hours, and I really wanted to make the food affordable, so many people could access healthy food but to buy organic food and source it in our area is not only challenging but also very expensive. We need to do more volume to make it work but I do believe it is starting to catch on. It takes constant tweaking. Another big challenge is dealing with

What has been the most exciting part of your journey thus far? Opening Enlightened Solutions, 600 S. Odessa Ave., Galloway has been the most exciting! It is truly my dream and all the aspects of what we do there are everything I believe in.

the state of NJ from a regulatory standpoint. It is one of the hardest states to do business in with laws that just don’t make sense. Any interesting facts about your business you’d like to share? We have been in business 86 years and the business went from my great grandfather, Ole Hansen, to my grandfather, Haubert (Hobie) and Uncle Walter, to my father, Roger, to me. My great grandfather came over from Norway and he was a bridge and road builder. My grandfather and father continued that business, but my grandfather has also bought a bunch of land during his time in ownership and my father started developing that land. He was a serious golf lover and started building golf courses. I have since taken the business in the area of my interest, addiction treatment and recovery. If you could give advice to anyone wanting to start their own business, what you tell them? Know how to budget! Marketing is key! 600 S. Odessa Ave., Galloway

Quotes by Famous Women Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. Helen Keller No one can make you feel interior without your consent. Eleanor Roosevelt Ideas are a dime a dozen. People who implement them are priceless Mary Kay Ash Your passion is waiting for your courage to catch up. Marilyn Greist Don’t ever mind being called tough. Be strong and have definite ideas and opinions. Rosalynn Carter You’ve got to continue to grow, or you’re just like last night’s cornbread – stale and dry. Loretta Lynn Bite off more than you can chew, then chew it. Ella Williams

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L'Erarcio has a huge smile on her face. A youth soccer team enters her ice cream shop to celebrate their win. "It's the most rewarding thing. I love putting a smile on everybody's face. Lindy Hops is located on Jimmie Leeds Road in Galloway, adjacent to Starbucks and in the same shopping center as Shoprite.

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egardless of your education, talent or training, becoming a successful businesswoman depends on the need for your product or service. You can have all of the ingredients needed to be successful, but if no one needs or wants your product or service then you have no income. So your first step is to do market research on the industry you will be entering and determine what is in demand. Research existing businesses who offer the same or similar product or service to determine where your position will be. As a business woman since 1988, I have been thru so many ups and downs, hurdles and mountains that were so hard to climb even I thought I couldn’t make it. But that whisper from within and above told me that I could do it and to keep on trying. I went from doing an evening adult computer training program once or twice a year to owning my own state approved private vocational school with four locations. Even after all of these years, I still have not reached all of my goals, but they are all attainable. Being successful in business as a woman requires a commitment like no other, your up against strong competition. The com-

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Blue Eden in Stone Harbor,

hen a sked what was Caroline Ann Ranoia’s inspiration for opening her own business, the Blue Eden owner said it was simple. “It was something I always wanted to do since I was 5 years old. While most children had the standard lemonade stand, I walked to the corner store and purchased coloring books that were on sale and sold them on the corner of my street in a cart that had big wheels,” she said. Along with the coloring books Caroline sold crayons. “If you purchased both I threw in big paper-mache flowers that I made,” she said. “My best customer was my dad. I laugh every time I think of my upselling qualities.” Caroline said her true in inspiration was her father, a man with a “never give up” attitude, her mom who never stops and her grandmother, who made her own soaps. “We were the family that never had a bar of Dove, Dial or Irish

Owner Caroline Ann Ranoia Spring in our house,” she said. “I thought we were terribly odd, but as luck had it she taught me how to make it and I enjoyed the process and found my passion.” A typical day for Caroline starts real early - between 4 a.m. and 4:30am. “It’s the best time of the day for me to get up. I take my dogs for a long walk. After my walk, I get working in my soap kitchen, it’s quiet and peaceful. In the heavy summer-season, I put in 16 and 17-hour days, but it’s an adrenaline rush. I love the hectic craziness, it makes me work harder,” she said. During the early morning hours, she can get at least 10 dozen differently scented soaps made and ready for curing. In the summer she can make at least 1200 bars of soap in a week and that’s just soap and doesn’t include all of the other products she makes. Sea Foam Soap Company by Blue Eden also makes lotions, perfumes, body sprays, organic sugar scrubs or any fill-in products that she needs for the stores.

By 9:30 a.m. Caroline is usually in the stores where she makes sure she and her employees are ready to start the day. Getting stock on the floor, ordering merchandise, supplies, paying bills, looking at sales reports, teaching employees about the products made in-house, training employees on the point of sale system and creating work schedules are some daily tasks. Then of course there are matters of shipping out web orders, running to the bank, post office, marketing on the various social media products used, as well as updating information and product on the website. She also keeps her schedule up-to-date with the various farmers markets and festivals. Caroline also works on marketing plans, develops new products and watches trends, in between helping customers and taking care of her 86-year-old mom, her home and two favorite pups in the world, her Jack Russell Terriers - Honey and Oliver. Reflecting on everything, she

said the most exciting part of this journey is trusting in herself and her ideas. Her nugget of advice to anyone interested in starting a business is to find a good accountant. She shared her 5-year-goal. “In September I submitted a bid to a beautiful Forbes rates, 5 Star, 5 Diamond property and was just awarded the contract. It has pushed me to reach beyond my comfort zone to develop and create a more automated factory like setting to manufacture the product in larger quantities without compromising the ingredients.” And what is even more exciting is the opportunity she will provide. “It will employ four people, plus myself, to run everything in the off-season and will provide year-round employment in a very seasonal area,” Caroline said. “I am hoping that this is just the start and am looking forward to getting my first order out the door.” For more information about Blue Eden call 609-967-3336.

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Glazed Over, Owner Jennifer Boyce What inspired you/led you to be a business owner/ entrepreneur? Colleagues always encouraged me to explore entrepreneurship. I enjoy problemsolving an d love projects. Entrepreneurship is a lot about being creative and open to new ideas, because both businesses deal with creative events. There is always a "problem" to solve, and a new project to work on. Tell us what your average day looks like. I am an early-riser, so I often will be at the shop by 6 a.m. I want to make sure the flow of the day is ready, check in on things we need and look at events that are coming up. I check the accounts first thing in the morning and take some time to think! I find the more time I think about situations or events, the less reactive I am. I want to be proactive

during the day, not reactive. My day varies between website work, social media, events, supplies and forecasting six months out. I have some staff, which allows me to be able to do those things on days I am in

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shop. I do all of the above, plus hang out with our guests, sweep the floors, clean the bathrooms, take out the trash, etc. All jobs are on the table. I do anything and everything to try and provide a nice space for staff and customers.

than having a family hang out together for an afternoon creating - say dinner plates for Thanksgiving. Our space provides unplugged family and friend memories. Bay Cats is same concept. People are spending time together. There is a lot of joy in that.

What has been the most exciting part of your journey thus far? All the wonderful people you meet over the course of the years of being in business. There is nothing sweeter

If you could give advice to anyone wanting to start their own business, what you tell them? Slow and steady wins the race. Be prepared to spend a lot of time building your brand. Know that you are worth every penny. Sometimes as new business owners we don't feel completely confident in what we are doing. Know that you have to stand in your power and own the room - so to speak. I don't mean arrogantly, I mean with a sense of purpose and in the concept, that you are here to offer some awesome stuff to people in the community. You must LOVE what you are doing. Glazed Over Studios, a walk-in art studio, 704 Asbury Ave. in Ocean City. Call 609-398-8880. Bay Cats, kayak's, paddle boards and sailing, 316 Bay Ave. in Ocean City. Call 609391-7960.

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↘Continued from 20 quires thinking and acting strategically. Being a successful business woman is a marathon race, not a sprint. Be willing to give it your all. Decide to be unstoppable. When people tell you no you can’t and it won’t work, you think yes I can and I will. Believe in yourself. Successful businesswomen are confident because they know the far reaches of their own capabilities. Maintain a running list of your business strengths and add to it often. Inspire yourself by reading the biographies of successful women and looking for businesswomen to mentor you. Create a vision board with pictures and words that describe the success you’re aiming for. Surround yourself with other successful people who bring value and purpose to your plan. Being your own

boss requires a strong vision and fearlessly dreaming your own dreams. Learn from every experience and circumstance, whether good or bad. Think of roadblocks as stepping stones. Allow yourself to be taught by every person yo u encounter. Listen more than you speak, and suppress the impulse to be heard when you are around people who know more than you. Continue to study and advance your education and get as much experience as you can by taking on tasks that lead to what you want to achieve, even if you are not paid what you deserve. The experience will far out way the extra dollars. Half the work of being a successful woman in business is getting where you want to be; the other half is staying there and remembering – “Everyone is born with opportunity, the opportunity to make a dif-

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Owner Katy Himes

olls have been in my famphones, iPads and rarely even toys requirily’s history for over 100 ing batteries. We like the old school philosyears. We’ve had several ophy of a child using his/her imagination. Our toys allow children to play with their doll collectors in my family, including my great grandparents, friends and family in person, have who also owned a doll shop in conversations and most imPhiladelphia in the 1940’s, portantly have fun! We don't 50’s and 60’s. My mother carry what is in the mass Kay Jay and I opened market, only special toys. Kay Jay’s Doll Shoppe in We dare to be different Ocean City in 1985 and and our customers love worked together every the unique selection. day to make the business We also have a doll hospital! My grandfather a success. We literally taught my mother, who spent every waking minute together. If we weren’t working, passed on the skills to me and we were simply enjoying each Katy Himes, Owner my daughters. Your old dolls other’s company. can be restored and enjoyed for The legacy is now continuing with my many more years. four daughters who each started working Opening your own business can be in our store at the age of eight. It has been great but you must commit full time. No so rewarding having them working bevacations and sometimes working 7 days side me, and teaching them the business. a week. There are ups and downs every They’ve learned about ordering, inventory, day. However, when I see a child with a finances and simply how to chat with cushuge smile leaving my store with a new tomers to find the perfect toy. toy in their arms, it makes all the hard work We begin our day making sure all of worth it. our dolls and toys are ready for visitors. Stop in and see us: 737 Asbury Ave., We take a lot of time choosing just the Ocean City, NJ. 609-399-5632 right items to sell. No electronics, smart

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The Root of the Root

By Maria Provenzano

eing your own boss is a really empowering and liberating adventure. With the work I do for The Elegant Root, my content marketing business, I can set my own hours and communicate honestly with potential clients whether projects align with my mission and vision. I get to create my workspace and determine the areas in which I’m most productive, this usually results in

me working on the floor of my living room next to my bunny, Sweet Potato Pancake. I get to make all the decisions. This also results in an extraordinary level of responsibility and accountability. If I miss a phone call or an email, if I’m unclear with the way I present my services, or if there’s a large grammatical error in a social media post I create, I answer for it. But, this also means I have the opportunity to make each of those things right, in the exact way I deem most appropriate. True strength doesn’t come from getting it right all the time. It comes from admitting when things go wrong, cleaning up the mess, and growing from it. The other powerful fact about owning a business is that I have complete control over the way it grows and evolves. I decide to shut it down

or keep it moving. I also get to decide if I want to transform it into something completely different. Several months ago, I wrote an article for Shore Local entitled, “Reinvent Yourself.” In that article, I mention the Buddhist parable of the raft: “There is a man who comes to a river while walking in the forest. In order to get across the river, he gathers branches and sticks and makes a raft. After he gets to the other side, he has a decision to make. Will he carry the raft with him, in anticipation of encountering another river at some point in his journey? Or will he discard

the raf t? Ultimately, he leaves it behind. The raft served its purpose, but if the man continued to carry it on his back, it would only weigh him down. He had the intelligence and the skillset to make the raft in the first place. If he were to find a new river, he would certainly have the resources to make a new one, better suited to the new river.” I founded The Elegant Root in April 2016. Since then, I’ve made mistakes, learned from them, and gathered new tools that have enabled me to recreate the business again and again. I’ve taken on new projects, succeeded in ways I never imagined, and failed a whole lot. Every experience has been instructive and valuable in its own way. As we approach 2018, I’m excited to reinvent The Elegant Root again, in a way that will enable to blossom into its full potential. Businesses are living things that grow in the dirt. The roots of each business lie in their mission statement, and The Elegant Root has a simple one: To help others share their stories. I come back to this statement whenever I’m uncertain about a direction to take or a turn to make. This mission is vitally important to me, and as long as my goals and vision remain connected to their source, I am confident in The Elegant Root’s ability to flourish. The moral of this story? In business and in life, don’t be afraid to start over. Don’t be afraid to challenge the boundaries you have set for yourself, discard anything that isn’t working, and begin creating something new.

Maria Provenzano is the poet laureate for the City of Somers Point and the founder of The Elegant Root. See what she’s up to at www.TheElegantRoot.com and on social media @theelegantroot.

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TUBBS DOG WASH Joanna Snyder, Owner

discovered the world of self-service dog wash during an internet search in 2014. I had just finished bathing three dogs in my bathroom and was online looking for home bathing tips. Page after page of Self Service Dog Wash facilities popped up. Wow! It was an answer to the home bathing struggle! I was going! To my dismay none of these facilities existed in our area. Soon after I discovered the self-ser-

vice dog wash world, I was offered early retirement from the company I worked for. I left a 26-year corporate career to follow a dream. If I would enjoy taking my dogs to a self-service dog wash, so would many other doggie people. After a year of industry research, I created not just a self-wash facility, but a full spa and pro grooming salon with tons of choices designed to help dog owners care for their pets in a safe, comfortable environment. An average day begins early in the morning from home with email, social

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dog howl with excitement when they pull onto our parking lot! In addition, dog people are fun! I never have a bad day at work. Doggie hugs and kisses make your cares disappear. My shop is my “Happy Place.” The advice I would give anyone who wants to start their own business is to follow your passion, whatever it may be, and give it all you’ve got. Be prepared to work harder than ever. Being a business owner comes with stress, but if you are doing something you truly love, the rewards are infinite. Tubbs Dog Wash, 31 Mays Landing Road, Somers Point, NJ 08244 609-927-0300

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Avaâ€™s Eye Bagz Owner, Ava Holly-Lewis

What inspired you/led you to be a business owner/entrepreneur? I guess it stemmed from my parents being in business their whole lives together. I learned from them at an early age. Yet, my passion fell into the arts early, as well and I think combining business skills that I learned, with "arts" skills I learned, led me to the entrepreneurial path. I also got involved in a network marketing company at an early age too. that took my thinking to a whole new level. In this past decade of my life, I have tried to tie all my skills together - pushing the entrepreneurial envelope. Tell us what your average day looks like I don't have an average day. I'm not sure many entrepreneurs or self-employed business owners do. That said, I have to make myself stay on a schedule. I have a task for each day of the week. Yes, as a self-employed business owner, this is quite flexible, however I force myself to stay on somewhat of a schedule to make it all work.

So, typically I take Mondays off. Tuesday through Thursdays are my appointment and road days. On Wednesdays I am in the office and Friday is the day to take care of my apartment. The weekends are sort of flexible, depending on events. Of course, events take priority on any given day, yet that is pretty much the schedule I stick to. I fit my meditation and workouts around this schedule as well. When it's really hectic, I at least try to get in some walking.

and I think many entrepreneurs will say the same thing. I have learned to bite off the necessary pieces and just wait on the rest. I also find a challenge in finding the right people to work with in the company. That is also an ongoing challenge. When you find that someone who clicks, you need to find a way, or make one, to keep them in the vision. The people you surround yourself with must have the same vision as you. If not, you need to bless and release.

What has been the most exciting part of your journey thus far? Having projects take life. It's crazy. Things I have been working on for several years are starting to come together at the same time. Not sure if that is a good thing, or a bad thing, yet they are coming together, so I'm leaning on the "good thing" side. I love seeing things materialize!

Any interesting facts about your business youâ€™d like to share? I find all my business so interesting. It's in the arts field and I love the arts. The fact that I have experience in so many different areas, is what I enjoy putting on the table. Factually, my bags (new pocket book line) people are loving. So, getting that reinforcement, is crucial to going forward. My blog - I am so interested in making that the coolest thing. It has grown tremendously in the last six months. I have over 52,000 readers now.

What were/are some of your biggest challenges? Finances are always a challenge

If you could give advice to anyone wanting to start their own business, what you tell them? If that thought is in your head, the timing is right for I believe that everything happens as it should. Surround yourself with people who share your vision Don't let anyone tell you that you can't! Become a sponge in your industry and learn wherever and whenever you can Get yourself out there, network, and create something that makes you stand out from the rest. Ava's Eye Bagz now available by order only. On line launch all of November. Find Ava's Eye Bagz on Facebook. Order yours at www. avaseyebaz.com or call Ava 609457-4103. Empowerment purses made in the USA locally. Local Artists for every design. Gift in every bag. Charitable give back: 21 different charities, one for each design! "Take a stand and Carry your Empowerment" with Ava's Eye Bagz.

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Garden State Academy

Co-owners Linda Pecchia and Tracey House

arden State Academy, 600 East Moss Mill Road in Galloway, was started by Tracey Campbell House in 2013 for her young daughters and to single-handedly raise the bar in early childhood education. Garden State Academy (GSA) is not a daycare, but rather a professional resource for parents and their children – more like a “real school for a preschool.” Little Sprouts Infant and Toddler program accepts infants as young as six weeks old through early preschool. The Preschool of the Arts and Kindergarten program is for children 3-6 years old. Linda Pecchia partnered with Tracey House in 2016 to become a co-owner of GSA. They have worked together over the past decade, Linda being part of the “dream team” when GSA first opened. Together they have expanded the business and just recently moved to a new location at 600 East Moss Mill Road, Galloway. They are excited to be working on a second location to begin in 2019. On site at Garden State

Academy, therapists (Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists & Developmental Interventional Therapists) work with master teachers to provide students in the early years with every resource possible. Blossom and Bloom Therapy Preschool program is for children with a developmental delay or who need extra support to reach their goals. The low student to teacher ratio in all programs at GSA is an asset to each individual child's learning. Education and accreditation is important for all GSA’s employees, and most teachers have a Masters in Early Education. Tracey has been a faculty member at Montclair university (2005-2010) teaching graduate courses and also

Linda Pecchia and Tracey House and their daughters in August during building renovations. at Stockton University for the past 7 years. In January 2018 Linda will join her in teaching education courses at Stockton University. Something else unique that Tracey and Linda incorporated into their

new location is the Campbell Family Center, named after Tracey’s parents Donald and Theresa Campbell. This center is for BOTH the children and adults of the GSA community to engage in a variety of activities and programs. Music Lessons, Yoga Classes, Stem Classes, Cooking Classes, Dance Classes, Fitness Classes, Health & Nutrition Classes/Counseling and so much more, is offered. The family center is also available for private functions – birthday parties, club meetings, fundraising events, paint parties, corporate team building events, etc. Tracey says, “Being a wife, mother and "boss lady" isn't for the weak. The daily grind is exhausting but the rewards are priceless. I am passionate about what I do, the children I care for and the families I work with. I only accept the best, provide the best and work with the best.” Tracey and Linda encourage all interested parents to come on a tour of their new facility. They can be reached at: 609-241-1304 600 East Moss Mill Road in Galloway,

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started my business 20 years ago as a certified nutritionist and sports specific certified trainer. I started counseling and training one by one in our home gym by helping them to lose weight and make better nutritional choices in their diets and losing weight. The business became so gratefully overwhelming with clients that needed my help, that I decided to go into the field of Nutritional counseling in my own

practice Nancy Adler Nutrition. With one on one confidential client weekly sessions I was one of the first in this area to bring health and wellness to the forefront. Still having a successful business there are always challenges to journey through. Keeping current with my certifications keeps me busy as well as a full-time nutrition and wellness practice. Continuing to keep my practice cutting-edge in the trade keeps them interested and motivated to move towards reaching those long-term heath goals. I mentor young women seeking to make a career in the fit-

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the word of good health needs to continue to be shared with families everywhere for a long time to come. My advice to women who have been wanting to take a leap in business is “Go for it!” Never look back and say, “I wish I did.” Confidence is the best gift you can give to you or to your clients. Nancy Adler is a certified nutritionist and practitioner in Linwood.

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The Honey Tree in Northfield Owner, Ruth Kendall

What inspired you/led you to be a business owner/entrepreneur? I had always wanted to work for myself. I just wasn't sure where I would be led. I knew I loved cus-

everything we do, say and order. What were/are some of your biggest challenges? Trying to keep fear aside, when

From left; Employees Vicki Smith and Maria Jackson, owner Ruth Kendall and employee Pat Miller make up The Honey Tree. tomer service. When I met up again with my husband Keith during the early casino days, my 30-year journey into health and wellness began. I had hoped that someday I would do what I have grown to love as my lifestyle and the adventure of learning. Tell us what your average day looks like. Our day starts with assessing what special orders customers need and placing standard orders of vitamins, minerals, herbs, health and beauty and organic and gluten free foods. We spend a large portion of our day speaking with our customers and more time is spent with new customers, helping the many un-served and under-served people in our county with all of the nutritional needs for referrals. Our moto is, “The Honey Tree, where people come to feel better.” We also work on upcoming community events held at the store. What has been the most exciting part of your journey thus far? To know that it’s my responsibility to convey the philosophy of the previous owner of 27 years, and to put my spin of good health on

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times have been slow, and we have not met our goals. Many people are leaving brick and mortar retail for the big giants. We stay strong in the knowledge that we are here for the reasons of helping people and trying to bring a savings to their family while we all navigate this changing industry. Any interesting facts about your business you’d like to share? The terrific, loyal people who come for many years, the truly amazing, gifted and caring staff, Vicki, Maria and Pat, who are a Godsend to us all. Combined experience between everyone is 60 years. Without them we would not prevail. If you could give advice to anyone wanting to start their own business, what you tell them? Do your homework, know your competition (embrace and cooperate), watch your expenses in the beginning. Even with so much retail sales going to the internet, you can still do both if you have what the public is looking for. And Love what you do. The Honey Tree is at 331 Tilton Road Suite 26 in the Tilton Shopping Center, Northfield.

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Kink Hair Salon - Belinda Novelli, Owner

was born and raised in Philadelphia. I quickly became interested in the hair industry working in my cousin's salon on Bainbridge Street as a teenager. I attended Jean Madeline Cosmetology School and immediately fell in love with making people look and feel their best. Not long after cosmetology school, I opened HeadHunters on East Passyunk Avenue and ran a successful business there for 12 years. I sold my business and moved to Ventnor 15 years ago with my husband Gino. I then had to reestablish a local clientele. Most recently I worked as a stylist and eventually managed the hair department at Esthetica Salon and Spa. In December of 2015, I decided to branch out on my own again and opened Salon Kink. I wanted a boutique salon with a city feel. I handpicked an amazing and professional team, and chose Central Square in the heart of Linwood to start my business. I find that the most challenging part of owning a business is being a leader. To me, that means not just advising my team in everyday situations but being able to give them direction when they need it. I think it’s important to set an example as a both stylist and a business

person. I always strive to be the kind of business owner that my team is proud to work for, and try hard to create an environment that both my employees and our clients love coming to. The most fun part is laughing every day and enjoying what I do. I love my staff and our clients. People come to our salon because the atmosphere is very friendly and comfortable to be in. In addition, my staff provides terrific customer service, and that makes everyone that walks in feel special I

have some of the most talented stylists and assistants I've ever worked with and watching them create beautiful colors and styles. We try to be supportive of different organizations. Right now we have our Second Annual Kink in Pink campaign for breast cancer awareness. We have a silent auction in the salon, T-shirts, pink hair extensions and bracelets. All proceeds will go to Gilda’s Club. I believe

in giving back to the communities that you live and work in, and participating in events like this helps me do so. I have found that being a business owner means you have to be dedicated every single day, and not just during the hours you’re there. I spend a lot of time on my "days off" meeting with members of my staff or on the phone to discuss advertising, product choices and anything we can do to make our business better. I put every waking minute into my business its 24/7. I work full time behind the chair and then deal with everyday situations in my spare time which is either after work or weekends. The reward is that I love what I do and feel great when people tell me how much they love my salon. Call Belinda Novelli, Owner at 609788-4881. Kink is located in Central Square, 199 New Road, Linwood, NJ.

We are two friends on an adventure

together as business owners. We left our jobs in the fashion industry after having children so that we could focus on raising them. We noticed there was a void in the market for quality children’s clothing. So many of our beloved stores were going out of business in our area, and we knew there were other mamas out there who craved a place to get good quality name brands, like we did. It didn’t take long for Fievel + Louise -an upscale, children’s consignment and boutique -to take form. Our name is derived from the middle names of our oldest littles.

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We love what we do and we love our consignors and customers. We are always nding out how our consignors and customers are connected and we are grateful to now call them friends of our own. We are less of a consignment store and more of a place for friends to swap stylish, high quality clothing that their littles no longer t, for a bigger trendy wardrobe.

Owning and running this business is no easy task. We have 3 children

under 4 years old between the two of us, and this store is very much like a 4th child. We work every night after we lock the doors for the day, answering questions from shoppers on Instagram, thinking up new products to bring into the boutique, and doing everything we can to make this store a success. People often ask, isn’t it hard? Totally. But when we see our children run into their mom’s store, and the pride they exude, it makes it worth all the work and late nights. We are teaching them that with a little dedication and a ton of hard work, anything you dream is possible.

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Nina's A Unique Boutique

Owner, Nina Demko

f you are looking for casual resort attire, cruise wear, business wear, accessories, handbags or jewelry, look no further than Nina's A Unique Boutique located at 2306 New Road, near the intersection of Ocean Heights Avenue. Owner, Nina Demko of Linwood, is an experienced merchant specializing in individual customer service. Nina's A Unique Boutique carries sizes ranging from extra small to 2x and many popular brands including Lulj B. Dolcezza, Clara Sun Woo and Ciano Milano. Demko got her start many years ago when she began selling handbags out of her home. From there, she expanded into selling clothing with an in-house showroom and she operated that business for 28 years. On top of that, she hosted regional charity events at many different venues in the area including the Jewish Community Center in Margate, Wesley Manor in Ocean City and Seashore Gardens Living Center in Galloway. "I love what I do," said Demko. "Especially individual customer service. I love to help my customers create new looks by adding in different accessories. Many of my customers become my friends." Demko's daughter, Brooke Stromfeld,

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operates the childrenâ€™s section of the shop which is dedicated to clothing from newborn on up. She also offers personalized gifts and custom monogramming. Nina's A Unique Boutique with its 800-square-foot space with two dressing rooms is a dream come true for Demko. So, when the opportunity arose in 2016, Demko, with the blessing of her family, jumped at it. If you haven't already, be sure to stop by and take a look. Nina's A Unique Boutique us open six days a week and by appointment. For more information go to www.ninasauniqueboutique.com

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e in New Jersey have important elections on Tuesday, Nov. 7. We choose a new governor, and a state senator and both state Assembly members in each of our 40 state legislative districts. We elect several new freeholders in each of our 21 counties. We choose mayors, council members, township committee members, and school board members in most of our cities, townships, and public school districts. We are also voting on two important state public questions. Although we are bombarded with news and

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I usually vote “no” on them. I am suspicious of politicians with that much money and power who want us to vote to give them even more. Ballot Question No. 1 claims state government needs to borrow $125 million, so it could then give that money to selected local governments to build or fix up local public libraries. We all support public libraries, but there are some devils in these details. Under New Jersey’s politicized system of awarding public construction contracts, most money would be spent on union contractors, and nobid architects, and lawyers who help politicians get elected and re-elected. Also, thanks to Amazon, digital books, and the internet, brick and mortar physical libraries are less important than ever before. State law already requires that a generous amount of local property taxes to be spent on public libraries. So, is the money really needed for the public? Or to pay back campaign donors? The biggest devil is that as with credit cards, borrowed money must be paid back with interest and big Wall Street “transaction fees.” Every “yes” vote to borrow money in November, is a “yes” vote for years of tax hikes to pay back those debts. Because of past “yes” votes (and questionable schemes that borrowed money without public votes required by state constitution), New Jersey is already up to its eyeballs in debt. We just raised the gas 23 cents a gallon just to pay back $16 billion owed by the Transportation Trust Fund Authority. State government shut down last summer because of squabbling over how to re-pay $225 million borrowed to expand Stockton University and other colleges in 2012. Aren’t our property, sales, and state income taxes high enough already? A “yes” vote on Public Question No. 2 would again amend our New Jersey State Constitution. It would require all money collected by the state from environmental lawsuits to

be spent for certain environmental purposes. This again sounds like a good idea--until you look at these details. First, 10 percent of the money would pay bureaucrats of the state’s Department of Environmental Protection for “administrative expenses.” As a lawyer, I have seen how abusive government agencies and officials get when they get “bounties” from the fines and penalties they collect in the form of bigger budgets and salaries. Second, we all want polluters to pay for the damage they create. However, very little pollution is taking place these days. Most pollution stopped in the 1960s, and most environmental lawsuits are brought against unlucky owners of properties who have nothing to do with problems found there today. Most lawsuits against them now are shakedowns. Third, most environment “cleanups” these days simply spend fortunes to move pollutants from one remote place to another. Fourth, a constitutional amendment would force money desperately needed for other purposes to be spent where it may not be needed at all. Seth Grossman is a Somers Point attorney and executive director of LibertyAndProsperity.org. The organization maintains a Liberty and Prosperity Facebook page. It meets for breakfast 9:30 am every Saturday at the Shore Diner in Egg Harbor Township by Parkway Exit 36. Seth Grossman can be reached at info@libertyandprosperity.org.

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The Play House & Café

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arents of young children, let me know if this scenario sounds familiar. Your kids won’t stop arguing, they have no interest in playing with the hundreds of toys in their play room and you feel like you might lose your mind if you don’t get them out of the house. If you can relate, you are in luck because a wonderful place opened earlier this month in Smithville called The Play House & Café, and it could just be the answer to your prayers. Owners Justiyna Chaba and Antonia Wise became friends while working at Izakaya in the Borgata. They are both moms of young children and came up with the idea for the Play House & Café after frequent discussions about the lack of indoor

play places for kids in this area. They to take her daughters to a similar play have created a beautiful space that space, when she decided to open one is ideal for young children to explore closer to home. through play and for parents to relax Chaba and Wise are excited over in a safe environment without feeling their new business venture. They have so many fun events planned such the need to hover over their kids. The first thing that struck me as a Halloween parade, was how bright and cheery it is. The second thing that caught my eye was Owners of The Play how clean it is. The front part of the House & Café in space is a self-serve café with tables Smithville, Justiyna and chairs. Further back is the play Chaba and Anarea which includes a cedar wood tonia Wise give playset, train table, play kitchen, parents a place to books, mini trampoline and more. relax while their Parents bring their children to play children have fun. and they can sit and enjoy a cup of coffee while their children explore. Coffee, juice and snacks are available for purchase, while parents are also welcome to bring in their own food and drinks. Indoor options for children are limited in South Jersey so this is a great concept. Wise was driving up to 45 The Play House opened in October and is a great indoor play minutes once a week place for children.

pumpkin decorating, breakfast with Santa, story time, crafts and yoga. Besides the option to stay with their kids while they play, parents can also drop off their kids, so they can get some time to themselves. The Play House & Café is located at the newly developed Smithville Square, right near Smithville Eats, JD’s Pub & Grille, Anytime Fitness, and the soon to open Bellino’s Market. If parents want to grab a bite to eat or exercise, this is certainly going to make life easier for them. The Play House & Café also offers a great birthday party package. I wish something like this had been around when my kids were toddlers. Not only is this a great space for little ones to play, it’s a great place where Marci Lutsky is a local mom of six-year-old twins and can be reached at veggingattheshore@ gmail.com.

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What inspired you to create the Puerto Rico Relief Benefit?

Well, I was speaking to one of my lifelong friends after the Hurricane and she hadn't heard from her family. Realizing how distant Puerto Rico is from the mainland, I came up with the idea to do a benefit. I know I am good at events. So, after asking via a Facebook post as a feeler and an overwhelming response, the benefit was born.

What was the response from the community?

The donations from the community for the benefit were amazing. Over 40 prepared dishes of food, over 50 silent

What was your biggest challenge with planning this event?

One of our biggest obstacles was getting through the permit process with very short notice with the city. But we have a great team at city hall and with careful and on point planning, benefits like these can be a reality in public space. Another obstacle, was directing people to Ski Beach Park, very few know where it is, even those that have lived here for years.

How did you provide entertainment?

Five bands donated their time, but we had over 40 bands jump at the chance to perform for the benefit. We had a great car show as well that featured hot rods, jeeps, a spit fire, a race car team, and even a Ferrari!

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All proceeds are going to United for Puerto Rico, a 501c3 in Puerto Rico. They are directly involved in getting supplies from the mainland to Puerto Rico.

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October Haunts

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ith autumn in full swing, this South Jersey boy is already growing excited about what ubiquitously comes with the dimmer months of the year. The summer is fine: I don’t mind the heat at all, and it’s nice having longer days and shorter nights. Even so, there’s something about being able to watch the leaves being drained of their chlorophyll, the way the chilly air pleasantly burns your lungs during a twilight-lit stroll, and the eagerness of coffee shops to inject pumpkin spice into anything they can think of that eclipses anything summertime has to offer for me. As we steadily move closer to the end of October, some more unhallowed attractions make their way to the forefront. When I was younger, there were just three haunts in the area: Whippoorwill Campground’s haunted hayride, Birch Grove Park’s haunted hay ride in Northfield, and the infamous Brigantine Castle haunted walk. I do remember

for a few years a man who used to convert his home into a haunted walk on Maryland Avenue in Somers Point. My mom always played a witch, my dad occasionally was Frankenstein’s monster, and I was even a mummy one year. All of these attractions would be considered light fare compared to today’s standards, but they stick in my mind as being wonderfully terrifying. Nowadays, it is all about extreme, in-your-face terror: if a group of teens do not leave your attraction with expressions of dread perpetually strewn across their faces, you failed. Creamy Acre’s Night of Terror up in Mullica Hill is no exception. You are literally let off in the middle of a cornfield maze and have to find your way back, all the while being chased by masked maniacs with chainsaws set to full tilt boogie. This is a far cry from sticking your hand in a bowl of peeled grapes and being told they are eyeballs. Other haunts like the now-defunct Fear Factory behind the Hamilton Mall, and Eastern State Penitentiary in Philly follow the same recipe as Creamy Acres: scare the crap out of everyone by any means necessary. But then there’s Terror in the Junkyard out in Scullville in Egg Harbor Township. I consider this one a cool medium. Simply put, it’s for everyone. It’s a volunteer run endeavor made by the Scullville Volunteer Fire Company. Now I’ve heard mixed reviews about Terror in the Junkyard, but here’s why I like it so

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nuts. Choose your carbs wisely. Cut down on simple sugars; remember that sodas, sports energy drinks, and fruit juices are loaded with sugar. So many people walk around on a sugar high the first half of the day after high sugary coffees and Danish. Cut down on highly refined products made with white flour. Favor whole grain, coarsely ground, unrefined products. Don't be fooled by dark color bread or by labels that boast of unbleached flour, wheat grain, or multigrain flour. Instead, look for whole grain as the first ingredient, and read the fine print to learn the fiber content of a portion; more is better. Learn to like bran cereal, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds. Consider fiber supplements if you can't get enough from whole foods. It is important to consume at least three cups of non-or low-fat dairy products a day. Eat protein in moderation. Favor fish and skinless poultry. Experiment with soy and beans as a protein source. Aim for 5½ ounces of protein-rich foods a day; count ¼ cup of cooked beans or tofu, ½ ounce of nuts or seeds, or one egg as equivalent to 1

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Senior’s Observations, Opinions and Rantings It’s Saturday morning and your 12-year-old child says, “Mom, my friends and I are going up to Atlantic City. Can I have some money?” They do not have cell phones. You fork over $5 and tell them to have fun. As a 12-year-old boy, this is what I did. But it was 1962 and parents - good parents, didn’t give it a second thought. I took the $5, some extra money I made from doing lawns, and our trio of friends took the bus up to Atlantic City. Our target were the piers, Steeplechase, Million Dollar, and we would finish up at the Steel Pier. The piers had arcades and we played a mean pinball before “The Who” made “Pinball Wizard” a cultural buzzword. The Steel Pier is where we always ended up. Right in the front of the Steel Pier was the General Motors exhibit where aspiring drivers like us could get behind the wheel of a Cadillac, an Oldsmobile, or a Chevy, among other models. My favorite was the Pontiac GTO with a stick shift. I stomped on the clutch and ran that poor devil through the gears so many times I have to wonder what they ever did with that vehicle. Of course, I tried the horn and radio in every vehicle, but someone had the good sense to disconnect the batteries. Another popular attraction was the diving bell. It had small round portholes, you dare not call them windows, but the water was so murky you couldn’t see six inches in

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I joined the CSA at B&B Farms in Egg Harbor City this year, and it was the most amazing experience. I have already purchased my share for 2018. If you are considering doing the same, now is the time! So why would you want to purchase a farm share if you can just buy your fruits and vegetables at the grocery store? There are many reasons. By purchasing a farm share, you are supporting a local farm. Did you ever look on the vegetables that you purchase at the superma rket

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Mirah Lutsky, 6, of Linwood has fun with her mom and twin brother Spencer heading out to Egg Harbor City to pick veggies and herbs at B & B Farms. of shipping produce. I must admit that one of the biggest reasons why I have a CSA share is that I love eating and cooking with ingredients that have just been harvested. Nothing beats the taste of fresh spinach or just picked tomatoes. Every CSA is different in terms of pickup options and whether you can choose what you get. In some CSA shares, you just show up once a week, grab a bag of fruits and vegetables and then head on your way. One of the reasons why I love the CSA program at B&B Farms is because you get choices each week. For example, they may put out bins of cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli and tell you to pick one or two, depending on the size share you purchased. The other reason why this CSA, is such a good fit for my family is because of the experience. You don’t just show up and grab your bag. Each week you can pick your own, depending on what they have available in the fields. It varies and includes fresh herbs, fresh flowers, green beans, tomatoes and blueberries. This is especially important for me as a mom to young children. They have so much fun coming with me each week they can’t wait to head out to the fields to pick what is available. I feel that it is important for kids to understand where food comes from, not just from the shelves of a supermarket. B&B also offers extras each week for purchase. Hammerbacher Marci Lutsky is a food blogger at Vegging at the Shore, www.veggingattheshore.com and can be reached at veggingattheshore@gmail.com.

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What was the biggest challenge to writing/publishing a book? The biggest challenge was being willing to get comfortable in silence with myself. “Nourish” is a personal story and so, I had to dig deep to talk about some of the topics in the book. To do so, I had to quiet my mind and spirit and be okay with whatever I would find there. I had to accept that

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hore Local spoke with author Krystle J. Bailey about what it takes to write a book, some of the challenges she faced, and how her specific journey led to empowerment. What inspired you to write this book? Everything I do in life is inspired by what kind of legacy I am going to leave for my children. This is no different. I began sharing a positive message on social media years ago, when I began a weight loss journey. Over the years, that message has evolved as I have grown as a woman. With every season of life, I am praying for guidance and asking God what is needed in my life going forward. I actively pursue whatever is next so that when I am long gone, my legacy continues to live on for my children. I want to know that what I do while on Earth has meaning and is impactful and that I am living my life's purpose. I have always known that writing would one day be a part of my future but what I didn't know for sure was the

The chapters in the young author’s book spell out nourishment. content and the timing. At the end of 2016, I was given the word “finish,” in my pursuit of what my "one word," would be for this year. I knew that it was my time to finish the book. It was time to put pen to paper. Encouraging women to live their most authentic, balanced, and healthy life has always been a passion of mine and so, “Nourish” was brought to life.

Krystle J. Bailey speaks about liking who you are in her book “Nourish.” whatever came to light in the silence would be okay and is an important part of my story. What I learned was how much I actually enjoy my own company!

How can this book help empower someone? “Nourish” is all about learning that who you are is enough. It's permission to drop out of the proverbial "race" that we so often find ourselves running as women - trying to keep up with everyone around us. I offer my personal stories and share how comparison has robbed me and so many other women of entirely too much joy in life and it's time to take our joy back. Each chapter represents a life mantra and offers a story and an invitation to live out that mantra. The chapters spell out the word nourishment. Chapters include: N: Nix the comparison game O: Open your heart U: Unleash the strongholds R: Realize your truths I: Invite God in S: Struggles create your story H: Heal your heart M: Main thing E: Empowering the women around us N: Nurturing your relationships T: Trust the journey

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he pivotal General Election is a little more than one week away. The race for the Legislative District 2 State Senate seat between New Jersey Assemblyman Chris Brown and his Democratic challenger Colin Bell is not close. This is despite the release of the unreliable Stockton University poll, which had the race a statistical dead heat a few weeks ago. Respected National pollster, 538's Nate Silver has rated it a "below average poll," that "leans in favor of Democrats." This same Stockton poll had Congressman Frank LoBiondo leading then chal-

lenger William Hughes, Jr. in 2014 by just five percentage points. A few weeks later, LoBiondo won by a massive 61.5 percent to 37.3 percent. It was never close. The poll was biased then. It still is now. Both the Republican and Democratic internal polls have always shown Brown with a sizable lead. Brown has consistently led by 15-21 points throughout the entire campaign. Bell has run a poor campaign and he's lost the last two times he's been on the ballot (Assembly and freeholder). Bell also hasn't been the recipient of the massive campaign war chest that has routinely flowed into the 2nd District for more than a decade. This is for two reasons. First, the outside money sees Bell as a bad bet. Second, State Senate President Steve Sweeney is facing a tough challenge from Republican Fran Grenier. The LD3 race may become the state's first-ever $20 million campaign. The New Jersey Education Association has spent more than $4 million to try and unseat Sweeney. Brown was able to begin his campaign unfettered for more than a month, before Bell got out of the starting blocks. This

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was invaluable. Brown and an independent outside group tagged Bell for forming a predatory tax lien business in the district. It has driven Bell's negatives sky high. Bell formed the business during the Great Recession at the height of the home foreclosure crisis. Atlantic County has had the highest home foreclosure rate in America. Bell was asking up to 18 percent interest, or, he could potentially take someone's home from them; all while asking for their vote at the same time. It has taken root as unseemly and incompatible with being qualified for elective public service. Brown is the candidate straight from central casting. A decorated combat war hero, (2nd Lieutenant) who has earned The Bronze Star Medal and Combat Infantryman Badge for his honorable service in the ground offensive in Iraq. Brown's private sector and governmental experience is extensive. He owns and operates his own law firm. He has served as a Municipal Solicitor, Judge and Prosecutor. Brown won his seat in the New Jersey Legislature in the election of 2011 and has won re-election in 2013 and 2015. Bell served one term on the Atlantic County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the recipient of the wave election of 2012, when former President Barack Obama performed very well in Atlantic County. Bell was defeated three years later in his re-election bid. Bell works for a highly respected local law firm of Hankin, Sandman, Palladino and Weintrob. Bell's practice areas are commercial and civil litigation. He has been with the firm since 2008. Regarding the coined "Hurley Like Ability Quotient," Brown trounces Bell in this critical category regarding the voters liking one candidate over the other. On Tuesday, Nov. 7 every indicator points to Brown becoming the Senator-elect from Atlantic County's 2nd District. Assemblyman Vince Mazzeo, D-2, holds a commanding lead in my view for one of the two Assembly seats. Mazzeo has won a seat in the elections of 2013 and 2015. Previously, Mazzeo served as Mayor of Northfield from 2008 through 2013 and Councilman from 2003-2007. Mazzeo is a part owner and operator of his Family's long-standing grocery store. Despite consistently voting and working against the district (North Jersey Casino ballot question for example), Mazzeo remains both likable and popular. It defies political gravity and all common sense, but it remains true. A strong Phil Murphy and Mazzeo performance could deliver his running mate, Buena Vista Township Committeeman

John Armato to victory for the second Assembly seat. The Democrat campaign strategy has been to completely ignore Republican challenger Brenda Taube; while aggressively going after Brigantine Councilman Vince Sera. They are trying to disqualify Sera, which would leave Armato standing. The Democrats are trying to tag Sera as a "Republican Boss." It's such a stretch, that it's laughable. However, low information voters, who have been bombarded by television and radio commercials making this charge against Sera; you never know what actually sticks during a campaign season. Taube is a very hard-working former Margate City Commissioner. She deserves better than this campaign has offered her. When four or more candidates are running for two seats, the election voting math is always very challenging. It typically turns into a "popularity contest" versus who is the most qualified. Finally, the Craig Callaway factor cannot be overstated. As of Oct. 5, there was more than 6,000 vote-by-mail ballots requested. The Callaway organization has led a well-organized effort. They have been physically transporting such a large number of voters to the Atlantic County Clerk's Office in Mays Landing, that Clerk Ed McGettigan had to institute a special procedure, whereby he has utilized the middle court room as a staging area for voters to request their mail-in ballots. The Callaways have perfected this system and they have turned Atlantic County into an early voting "state." I predict that the Callawaysâ€™ effort will deliver a state senator, assemblyman, the mayor and three city councilman-at-large seats in Atlantic City. Very soon, all the talking will be over, and the voters will make their will known. Harry Hurley is the president of Harry Hurley Consulting and Communications, LLC. He hosts the daily talk radio program "Hurley in the Morning" 6-10 a.m., weekdays on Townsquare Media, WPG Talk Radio 104.1 FM & 1450 AM, where he also serves as the senior programming consultant. Harry was elected to both the Philadelphia (2014) and New Jersey (2015) Radio Broadcasting Hall of Fame. He has hosted various programs for local television and is the editor and publisher of his news and information website, www. harryhurley.com. Send comments to HarryHurley@aol.com

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e live in a very “me centered” world. There, I said it. But it’s true. Everywhere you turn you witness it. The attitude is reflected in just about every aspect of our lives; how we approach our jobs, our priorities, our time, our money, our “things.” It’s probably most evident in our social media practices. The most glaring example is “the selfie.” How do I look? What will people think? For many, it’s all about me! This really got me thinking when I read the epitaph on the gravestone of baseball legend Jackie Robinson. Forty-five years ago, this week, Robinson died. He was only 53. But in his short lifetime, he made a lasting impact for generations to come. Robinson truly broke the color barrier in baseball, becoming the first African-American player in the 20th century to take the field in the Major Leagues. In doing so, he paved the way for every African-American player who followed him, and he paid a personal price in the process. What was it about Jackie Robinson that set him apart from other baseball players of his day? There was a quality to his character that attracted the attention of Brooklyn Dodgers general manager Branch Rickey. Rickey decided he wanted to integrate baseball and needed someone to lead the way. He needed someone with talent, but also the temperament to handle what he knew would be a rough road. Rickey found who he needed in a second baseman who played for

Jackie Robinson opposed his presence, and threats to himself and his family. And he did it with honor, dignity, and grace. For Jackie Robinson, it wasn’t all about him. It was about something much bigger. He saw the big picture and was willing to be a pioneer and pave the way for future ballplayers. Robinson’s tombstone reads, “A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.” You and I may not have the platform of Jackie Robinson, but we can work each day to take the focus off ourselves and make a concerted effort to add value to others. In doing so, we may find ourselves the odd one out, but the reward in the end will be worth it. Jeff Whitaker is a lifelong communicator and storyteller. He is a certified trainer, coach and speaker with The John Maxwell Team. Jeff’s goal is to encourage excellence in individuals and corporations through leadership and communications training. Connect with him at jeffwhitaker.com, through The Jeff Whitaker Company on Facebook or @jeffwhitaker on Twitter.

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▶Sunday, ▶ Oct. 29th starting at 9:30 a.m. 6th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City The John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers is hosting the 7th Annual HERO Walk to fight drunk driving Sunday, Oct. 29 in Ocean City. For the first time, the organization is offering a 5K Run as part of the day’s events. Now, instead of just a walking option, the event includes a more competitive run for participants, with prizes for men and women in various age groups. Both the walk and the run will take off from 6th Street and the Boardwalk, with registration at 8:30 a.m. at the Ocean City Sports and Civic Center, also located at 6th Street and the Boardwalk. The 5K run

▶Saturday, ▶ Nov. 4th from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Amanda’s Field 10 Sunset Drive, Petersburg Join Upper Township for this year’s Fall Festival, featuring food, cars, vendors, live music, tractors, exhibits and more! Rain date is Sunday, Nov. 5th. For more information, contact the Upper Township Clerk’s Office at 609-628-2011 ext. 200 or e-mail clerk@uppertownship.com

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Path to Surfing in 2020 Olympics Runs Through Atlantic City

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he path to surfing in the 2020 Olympics in Japan runs right through Atlantic City. Earlier this month AC was the host for the 2017 USA Surfing Prime Junior Event, an invitation-only contest that features the best under 18-year-old surfers from all over the East Coast. The winners of the contest qualify for the USA Surfing Championships in Lower Trestles and a chance at a spot on the USA Olympic Surf team. The AC contest draws from a huge 2,000-mile area from New York to Florida. It is one of three Prime series contests held in the region – one in New York, one in North Carolina and one in Florida. The contest series, which is the highest level of junior surfing in the nation, will be back in Atlantic City next year. As surfing makes its Olympic debut at the 2020 Games, the contest is an important talent pipeline for future Olympians. The four-person

Team USA is comprised of two male and two female athletes will compete against teams around the world at Tokyo’s Tsurigasaki Beach. Shore Lo cal magazine caught up with USA Surfing CEO Greg Cruse just after his call with the US Olympic Committee (USOC). The stoke level was high. The USOC not only approved his proposed budget for winning gold, they increased it 30 percent. The future looks bright young surfers! What is special about Atlantic City as the venue for the October USA Surfing Prime Junior contest series? In the fall, the waves in AC are world class. AC has been a favorite just because there is so much to do there, and the city is very welcoming.

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and Florida’s Rachel Presti (15) – both contributed greatly to our win. What do you see in New Jersey surfers and New Jersey surfing that Top surfers in is a benefit to surfing internationalAtlantic City comly? They’re tenacious and hard core. peted in October The better kids surf through the winwith eyes set on ter with 30-degree water and blowing 2020 Olympics. snow. They are so committed to their Photo credit Rick surfing that they will get sessions in Adams before and after school. That kind of focused practice is very constructive. The pro surfers from the area are also very proud of their roots. You have Will Skudin, Dean Randazzo, Rob Kelly, Balaram Stack – who are always trying to support the next generation of surfers. What are some of the challenges unique to New Jersey? The competition isn’t as robust as it once was in the area, but it is coming back. The Hurley Surf Club in Long Beach is Young surfers from all over competed in the USA Surfing helping develop and menPrime Junior contest series in October. tor athletes. The Eastern Surfing Association (ESA) is strengthening their the shoulder season. programs. The National Scholastic How would you assess the talent Surfing Association (NSSA) high and surfing at this year’s contest? It’s school program is strong up there. very high and it gets better every year A lot of great things are happening as the kids develop in this Prime series. to bring the East Coast back to its There is a ton of really great talent that former glory. has developed on the East Coast. How do the East Coast Prime The USA Junior team just got back contests prepare surfers for interfrom winning gold in Japan and two national competition? of the surfers who competed in AC ↘Continued on 49 – South Carolina’s Micha Cantor (16)

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↘Continued from 48 The goal is to work with regional surfing associations to recognize top athletes and develop the early stages of their careers. We want to bring the best surfers in the area into a program where USA surfing controls the quality and prepares them to compete on the international level or as a professional. Prime Series events have the same World Surf League-certified judges, computer scoring system and announcers as professional contests. As you look to develop the USA team and strengthen talent for the Olympics, what is your approach? What the USOC sees in surfing and skating is a nontraditional sport that will interest kids who otherwise wouldn’t be interested in sports. We have all the regional organizations encouraging new surfers and competitors. As we grow surfing, we also need to give new athletes a clear path to excel. That’s what the Prime series does. The kids who succeed in those contests and make it on the USA team get a year of coaching and training from Joey Buran, a former Pipe Masters champion, and physical evaluation and training in our San Clemente High Performance Training Facility under Medical Director, Kevyn Dean. The top kids on the team get a chance to be on the travel team and compete internationally and eventually in the Olympics. What should young surfers with Olympic aspirations know and do to be part of the 2020 and future USA teams? The likelihood for anyone under 16 right now might be slim for the 2020 games, but they will be prime for 2024 in Paris. And the kids just starting surfing right now could be in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Everything we do is geared toward keeping the pipeline full of talent and ready for 2024 and 2028. Young surfers should work hard and understand what it takes to get into the Prime Series. And once in the Prime Series they need to be really dedicated to their craft and serious about the sport of surfing. What role does character and sportsmanship play in surfing for Team USA? It is a huge component that hasn’t gotten the attention that it needs. I could write a treatise on it. Surfers today get a lot at a young age – money, product, media exposure, social media. We are developing athletes in a very individual sport and unfortunately in a lot of ways, they have a sense that they have already “made it” because they look at their boxes of clothes from sponsors, advertisements and photographs in the surf media and video/social media followers. With Olympic surfing, it’s about

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he holiday season is right around the corner, which makes this the perfect time to spruce up your home before entertaining friends and family. Whether your guests are coming just to watch the big game or to stay for an extended period of time, your media space will no doubt be a popular gathering spot. The American Lighting Association (ALA) suggests a few ways to enhance everyone's viewing experience. No matter what kind of space you have, whether it's a dedicated media room, a simple TV nook or something in between, the fundamental components are comfort and appropriate lighting. For the majority of homeowners, most media-related activity takes place in a multi-use space, which means the lighting must have the flexibility to go from everyday activities to TV viewing. "One of the primary design objectives in a media space is to create the ability to achieve multiple and varied types of experiences, and lighting provides the key element to achieve that goal," says Joe Rey-Barreau, AIA, IES, education consultant for ALA and associate professor at the University of Kentucky's School of Interior Design. Three necessary elements for the ultimate media viewing experience are the source of light, types and placement of light

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fixtures, and the use of smart dimmers. Light source Keep in mind that natural light from outside is as influential as light from indoor fixtures. Multi-purpose spaces generally have windows, which create the need to control that light during the daytime as well as at night when even minor reflections can be distracting. Erik Anderson, national sales manager for Lutron Electronics Co., says that when it comes to lighting, "the sun is light bulb number one." He suggests using motorized shades, which can be retrofitted to an existing window, as a convenient and effective way to manipulate ambient light. It is important to consider where your light is coming from as well as the time of day and season, which affect not only the amount of incoming light, but also the angle and intensity of the light.

Smart dimmers Using dimmers may seem like a no-brainer, especially considering they are easy to install and highly impactful. New wireless smart dimmers simply attach to a wall or sit on a tabletop. Anderson explains that Lutron's Caséta Wireless dimmers are designed for simple, do-it-yourself installation. The inexpensive devices can be synced with a phone to control the lights, window shades and room temperature from a remote location. "It can be inconvenient to turn each thing on and off every time you enter or leave a room," says Anderson. "With Lutron's Caséta Wireless, you can pre-set it to adjust everything at once, so that it all comes to life with one press of a button." For more ideas and advice for improving your media viewing experience while maintaining functionality in your multi-use space, stop by your local ALA-member lighting showroom or visit AmericanLightingAssoc. com. (NewsUSA)

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↘Continued from 43 If you could tell your younger self one thing what would it be and why? I would tell her that there is nothing she can do to ever change her

Nourish is about a journey to empowerment. worth as a woman. She is already enough. Not only is she already enough, she has always been enough, and will always be enough. I would

tell her that it will always be okay, that what she is going through today will build her character and who she will become tomorrow. I'd tell her to stop looking for the answers in "black and white," and accept that life is all shades of grey and grey is beautiful. Most of all, I would tell her that she is so loved and so worthy of love. Once she learns to love herself, the rest of the pieces will begin to make so much more sense. What do you plan to do next? I have several speaking engagements and book signings coming up. I am working to get my name recognized as an author and inspiration for women everywhere. As far as projects, I have a poetry book coming out soon, as well as a workbook for “Nourish.” Once those pieces are released, there will definitely be more books in the future. Right now, I am enjoying and trusting the journey, staying true to myself and my prayers, and accepting that whatever lies ahead was created just for me.

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