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May & Mothers Day Events Horse Racing: Then & Now A Margate Boardwalk?

Hometown Heroes: Josh & Laura Vadell

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WINGS (13) $6.50 (35) $17.50 (60) $30.00 Scampi, Southwest, Top or Tail JACK’S CRABBY POTATO Potato Skins Filled With Jumbo Lump Crab Meat, Tomato Bruschetta, Finished with Cheddar Jack Cheese Served Over Mornay Sauce $10.99 STROMBOLI Your Choice of Philly Cheesesteak, Caprese, Proscuitto, or Long Hots & Broccoli $8.99 HOMEMADE PIZZA Buffalo Chicken, BBQ Chicken, Veggie, Pepperoni, Margherita $8.99 BEEF TACOS With Shredded Cheese, Lettuce & Tomato $6.99 SHRIMP TACOS Beer Battered Shrimp in a Flour Tortilla with Lettuce, Avocado & Pico De Gallo $9.99 MUSHROOM IMPERIAL Roasted Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Jumbo Lump Crab Meat, Baked Golden Brown & Served Over Mornay Sauce $10.99 SURF & TURF One Angus Beef Mushroom Slider with Provolone Cheese, One Jumbo Lump Crab Slider with Lettuce & Tomato, Dished with Fries $10.99 CHEESE PLATE Aged Provolone Cheese, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Prosciutto, Olives, Roasted Long Hots & Crackers $8.99

MINI CRAB CAKES Fried Golden Brown Service with Curly Fries & Cole Slaw $12.99 LOBSTER ROLL Lobster Meat Mixed with Celery & Peppers Served on a Brioche Roll with Lettuce, Dished with Curly Fries $12.99 SCALLOPS IMPERIAL Stuffed with Our Jumbo Lump Crab & Lobster Imperial, Served Over Mornay Sauce $14.99 SHRIMP FAJITA WRAP Succulent Grilled Shrimp with Tri-Color Peppers, Onions, Cheese Blend, Tomato Sauce with Lettuce & Tomato on a Wrap Served with a Side of Chips & Guacomole $9.99 SURF & TURF Center Cut Sirloin Steak Served over Mashed Potatoes Drizzled with Red Wine Reduction & Seared Jumbo Scallops with Bernaise Sauce, Dished with our Veggie DuJour $16.99 PEPPERCORN TUNA Black Pepper Encrusted Tuna Seared & Served over Broccoli Slaw with Soy Sauce, Pickled Ginger & Cusabi Sauce $10.99

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$3.50 Pints SHORT RIB Angus Short Rib Sauteed with Mushrooms & Shallots in a Sherry Demi Glaze Sauce with Mashed Potatoes & Veggie DuJour $12.99 KOBE MEATLOAF Homemade Meatloaf with Sauteed Mushrooms, Shallots & Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Madeira Served with Mashed Potatoes & Veggie DuJour $14.99

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PRIME RIB WRAP With Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Swiss Cheese & Horseradish Sauce Served with Au Jus & Roasted Long Hot, Dished with Boardwalk Fries $11.99

JUMBO LUMP CRAB QUESADILLA Jumbo Lump Crab Meat, Tomato, Onion, Black Olives, Spinach & Cheddar Jack Cheese $12.99

ANGUS SLIDER Served on a Toasted Roll with Blue Cheese Crumble, a side of Tabacco Onions & Drizzled with a Port Wine Sauce, dished with Boardwalk Fries $10.99

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FILET TIPS CHEESESTEAK With Sauteed Cremini Mushrooms, Sweet Onions, Banana Peppers & Mozzarella Cheese on a Toasted Baguette, dished with Boardwalk Fries $11.99 PHILLY PORK Roast Pork with Broccoli Rabe, Sharp Provolone Cheese & Roasted Long Hot, served with Boardwalk Fries $11.99

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he opening of Hard Rock Atlantic City and Ocean Resort Casino is bringing excitement back to the city. Both properties are working feverishly to open their doors in less than two months.

There is no doubt Hard Rock International is betting big on its newest property where workers are busy erasing all signs of the former Trump Taj Mahal and creating a property that genuinely reflects the iconic name. From the 53-foot-high guitar sign to the new beach bar at Maryland Avenue and Steel Pier, to the 200 planned nights of live music, Hard Rock Atlantic City is commanding attention.

Ocean Resort Casino isn’t seeking daily headlines like Hard Rock Atlantic City. That said, it boasts big plans. It’s poured $175 million into renovating and

rebranding the former Revel Casino.

Those plans include table games and slot machines filling 138,000 square feet of gaming space. They are working to bring back some of the restaurants that were successful at the property, and build new venues including a top Asian noodle bar and a high-end players club. The former Revel property is bringing virtual golf to the Atlantic City Boardwalk. It will offer the world's largest Topgolf Swing Suite, featuring a lounge in which players will engage in various virtual golf games, as well as a virtual putting green and interactive multi-sport games. The 26,000-square foot indoor facility will feature 11 player bays, each with a 16-foot-wide video screen and virtual reality experience simulating not only golf, but other sports as well.

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Rising Above Adversity

Letter From The Editor______________4 Hometown Hero___________________ 10 Events____________________8, 9, 12, 23 Shore Local Asks by Jackie Brutchey_ 14 Shore Local Talent_________________33 Crossword Puzzle_________________ 40 Word Search_____________________ 38 COLUMNISTS Weather with Nor'easter Nick________4 Game Faces by Patty Hutton _______ 40 Jeff Whitaker_____________________22 Krystle J. Bailey _____________ 6, 32, 38

From the Editor “It’s not fair!” I remember hearing this phrase at least a hundred times a day when my children were young. At some point though, we all learn that life just isn't fair.

Things happen and the challenges we have to face are not the same as the next persons. The only commonality is that we all have them. It's a rare person that can get through life without their share of cuts and bruises. And if it seems like they are, chances are, that if we dug deeper, we would find they too have their share of problems. Life beats us up

in a million different ways, but how we respond to that adversity is the thing that really sets some apart.

Once in a while, a person who is dealt one of life's toughest blows will not only get back up, but will somehow find a way to use it to help others. Many of our Hometown Heroes have this trait in common. Susan Howell, Bill and Tammy Schminicke, Kathy Ford are just a few that come to mind.

In this issue of Shore local, Hometown Hero, Atlantic City Police Officer Josh Vadell took a bullet to the head while protecting us. Now 18 months later, he is still recovering. Yet he and his wife Laura have set up the Josh Vadell Foundation to financially assist other families going through a similar situation. Josh also mentors people in the earlier phases of recovery, giving them hope from someone who has been there. You can read more about Josh’s road to recovery and the formation of the Josh Vadell Foundation

Steffen Klenk _____________________27 Vegging with Marci Lutsky __________25 Shore Fitness by Gena Laielli________ 16 Gardening with Jacqueline D'Angelo__ 31 Dara Heston_______________________ 41 Senior Moments with Charles Eberson __________________________39 Nick Leonetti ____________________ 30 The Light with Raymond Tyler _______ 17 Matthew Maher___________________ 38 Mom's Vibe by Marci Lutsky ________ 28

By Nick Pittman

Has spring FINALLY sprung? I’m gonna go out on a limb and say ab-

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Columnists - Charles Eberson, Jeff Whitaker, Marci Lutsky, Nanette LoBiondo Galloway, Krystle J. Bailey, Gena Laielli, Bill Leconey, Raymond Tyler, Nick Leonetti, Steffen Klenk, Nancy Adler, Nick Pitman, Ava Holly Follow us on

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Peace & Love, Cindy

Weather with Nor’easter Nick

Entertainment with Ava Holly______ 42

Nutrition with Nancy Adler ________ 20

on page 10.

Spring has finally sprung and Shore Local is blooming too. We are growing in many ways including increased circulation and zoning, along with more great writers to compliment our dream team of columnists.

We welcome new fitness columnist Gena Laielli and congratulate Krystle J. Bailey as she steps into her new position as Digital Marketing Director.

Congratulations to Kimberly Shurig, who in collaboration with Raymond Tyler, will be hosting the Shore Local radio show. Tune in on Saturday evenings 6-7 on 91.7 FM. There is even more exciting news to be announced in the coming week.

With all these changes, there is one thing that will never change.

Shore Local’s focus and passion is and will always be, the community we live in, and love.

solutely. We’ve had one harsh winter where cold temps continued well past the official mark for the start of Spring.

February was warm, but we actually wrapped up the 3 month period 2 degrees below the norm. We picked up 34” of snow. 16” is the norm.

So the big question now is: “Where do we go from here?” The answer is simple, up. We’ve been stuck in a situation where the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) has been negative but not anymore. We trend positive with the value which means a ridge (lift in the jet stream) can develop and bring us warm air.

I think May turns out fantastic.

Probably 1-2 degrees ABOVE normal.

On top of that the active pattern slows down a bit. We will no longer be talking extreme ups and downs. Our jet stream retreats into Canada. There will be less storms. I think we get spring weather for a decent period of time before we jump into summer with both feet.

Nick Pittman Chief Forecaster SNJ Today Channel 4 News 609-579-4263 NorEasterNick@snjtoday.com

Victoria Rosario, 4, of Pleasantville, with her "Sometimes a Pigeon Needs a Bath!" craft, created at the Pleasantville branch's early-literacy Storytime University event on Saturday, April 21.

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Margate resident wants city to rebuild boardwalk

By Nanette LoBiondo Galloway

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ocal resident Glenn Klotz is mounting a movement to get the city to consider rebuilding the boardwalk that was wiped out during a 1944 nor’easter.

Since then, the beach grew wider, but the recent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project to build one contiguous sand dune across Absecon Island has eliminated the view of the ocean from the bulkheads.

On Thursday, April 5, Klotz asked the Board of Commissioners to open a dialog with the NJ Department of Environmental Protection to determine if the project is feasible. Although board members made no comments about it at the meeting, apparently they were listening.

Klotz would like to see a new el-

evated boardwalk built between the dune and bulkhead from the Ventnor border at Fredericksburg Avenue to Longport.

“Too much of the beach is now, unusable. The remaining areas near the ocean are hard to access for many. The solution for this is a new boardwalk built as a replacement for

the one Margate once had,” Klotz said in a recent editorial published on the Downbeach Pilot.

Klotz said he was surprised to receive 410 responses on a petition, many from Margate addresses that supported the idea, he said.

Although he is suggesting it for discussion only, “I think the people would

“A new Margate Boardwalk would enhance our beachscape. It would create a valuable new asset for Margate’s residents and property owners. It would be a wonderful new attraction for our visitors. It’s an idea whose time has come...again,” he said.

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go for it,” he said.

The idea of rebuilding the boardwalk has been floated in Margate for generations, and people were talking about it during the dune building project, he said.

“I’m not here to ask you to build a boardwalk. I realize how large a job that is,” he said. “I’m here as a citizen and taxpayer to ask that we take a look at the idea, and as a first step, we talk to the DEP.” Klotz said that after the city’s failed three-year legal battle to stop dune construction, it should float the idea to the city’s “partner” on the beach, the DEP, before moving forward.

“If they are going to get in the way, I don’t think anyone here has the stomach to fight the state,” he said.

But if the DEP indicates a permitting process is in order, the city could pursue it further.

“A new boardwalk would dramatically convert a now useless part of the beach - more than 50 percent of it in many areas - into a wonderfully useful public space,” Klotz said in the editorial.

It would help the city regain lost sea views and breezes, provide better access to the ocean for seniors and families, and provide a recreational amenity for walkers, runners and bicycle enthusiasts, he said.

a boardwalk along 1.6 miles of Margate’s beach. He based his estimate on the cost of rebuilding the 25-foot wide boardwalk in Belmar, Monmouth County after Hurricane Sandy destroyed it.

According to a Dec. 12, 2012 press release issued by Mayor Matthew J. Doherty, Epic Construction was awarded a $6.6 million contract to rebuild the 1.3-mile boardwalk, much lower than the city’s original $17 million estimate. However, the final cost was $9.2 million, according to an Oct. 14, 2015 press release from FEMA. According to a July 30, 2013 statement from U.S. Representative Chris Smith (NJ-4), FEMA switched from the 75/25 percent cost sharing to cover 90 percent of the cost, and the federal government reimbursed the city $9,244,688. According to Belmar Councilman Thomas Brennan, the remaining 10 percent of the cost was “forgiven” by FEMA. The work consisted of installing 1,753 timber piles, 190,00 square feet of girders, stringers and composite wood decking, 19 sets of street- and beach-side stairs , concrete sidewalks, pedestrian ramps, 60 lighting fixtures, sewer and electrical service, bicycle ramps, concrete trash receptacles, 83 benches and 9,500 feet of sand fencing. It also paid for three concrete

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vehicle access ramps, asphalt paving and striping of parking areas and playground equipment at four locations.

The boardwalk, which fronts beachfront businesses, was completely rebuilt in four months and opened for the 2013 summer season. Margate's boardwalk would be slightly longer, about 1.6 miles.

Klotz said several people have asked him about the potential cost to taxpayers, but it is premature to talk about costs until the city “takes the temperature” of the DEP and CAFRA and does an engineering estimate of the cost.

“Do I believe Margate voters will go for it? I don’t know,” he said in a telephone interview Monday, April 9.

“We will need more popular support than the 410 people who signed the petition.”

Klotz said spending as much as $15 million for a boardwalk that does not support commercial business would be “a hell of a fight,” but he is willing to “change the narrative” in Margate away from the dunes to a more positive issue, building a boardwalk.

“People are still in mourning about the dunes. We need to get into a discussion that will move people past that,” he said. “But if the DEP gives us a ‘thumbs down,’ that’s the end of it.”

If the city can get past the pre-application process, the city should consider public support for the idea, not only from year-round residents and beachfront property owners, but also from second homeowners who make up 65 percent of the property owners, he said.

The city could consider a non-binding referendum, but should consider second homeowners, he said.

“Do a survey. Poll them to find out what they think,” Klotz said.

In a telephone interview Tuesday morning, Mayor Michael Becker said all three commissioners were “excited” about the prospect.

“We have already contacted the DEP to take the first step to see if we can get approvals,” Becker said.

A phone call was placed to the DEP and followed up with a letter to get the request on the record, although the city is still unsure if it is feasible, he said.

“The ball is now in their court,” Becker said.

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Events & Happenings Arbor Day Celebration in Sea Isle City Friday, April 27th from 12-1pm, Historical Museum’s Memorial Garden, located behind the Sea Isle City Library at 4800 Central Avenue. During the Arbor Day Celebration, three new trees will be dedicated and free tree seedlings will be given to all those in attendance. Complimentary refreshments will be served inside the Historical Museum. For more information about Sea Isle City’s 2018 Arbor Day Celebration, 609-263-2992 or visit www.seaislemuseum.com.

Somers Point Bayfest 2018 Saturday, April 28th from 10am-5pm, Historic Bay Avenue. Come out and enjoy a day full of fun, food, crafts, music, and more presented by the Somers Point Bayfest Committee, the City of Somers Point, and local area sponsors. Great for all ages!

Each year, the Bayfest Committee uses proceeds from the event to fund special projects for the residents of Somers Point. Our recent contributions have included the installation of new playground equipment at the public beach, the beautiful banners over the Historic Bay Avenue, improvements to our “Bud Kern Field,” and donations to the Mainland Regional High School Communication

Arts Department to name a few. A special thanks to our many volunteers who help make this event possible every year. To become a volunteer at this year’s event, call us at (609) 9263399.

Magic Show Starring Mentalist /Illusionist Wayne Hoffman, Saturday April 28th Doors open at 6:30pm , Show begins at 7 pm, Fernwood Middle School. Adults $15, students $10. Wayne Hoffman has been featured on America's Got Talent, Ellen DeGeneres, and CNN. Go to waynehoffman.com for tickets All proceeds benefit Miss New Jersey, Kaitlyn Schoeffel’s platform, Operation Empowerment raising funds for children’s scholarships for equal access to the arts.

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team, in collaboration with the Atlantic County Master Gardeners program, will be hosting a Spring Gardening Workshop on Saturday, April 28th. The green team will distribute three evergreen shrub saplings in a cardboard tube to all those who attend.

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Smithville Renaissance Faire Saturday, April 28th & Sunday, April 29th from 11am-5pm Historic Smithville 615 E Moss Mill Rd. Join the players of the New Jersey Renaissance Faire and travel back to the days of yore and merry olde England as the Historic Village of Smithville is transformed into the Shire of Smithville in the heart of the English Renaissance.

This event is fun for the whole family and includes comedy, tragedy, sword fighting, dance, song, knights, jesters and so much more.

Yoga with Yogini Saturdays at 11am Enlightened Café 6414 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor. Come out every Saturday morning at 11am for Yoga with Yogini Samuel, yoga practitioner. Yogini creates an atmosphere that is suitable for anyone to practice yoga and accommodates her class to correlate with what her group is currently struggling with or working on. Minimum suggested donation for this class is $10.

March of Dimes March for Babies Sunday, April 29th from 10am-12:30pm Ocean City Sports & Civic Center 6th Street & the Boardwalk. The annual

March of Dimes March for Babies will be held in Ocean City on Sunday, April 29th from 10:30am-12:30pm! Registration begins at 11am at the Ocean City Sports & Civic Center; the walk moves to the Ocean City Boardwalk for a start time of 12pm! For more information or to register, please visit MarchforBabies.org Peace of Wood Live Simply VW Paint Jam Sunday, April 29th from 3-5pm Yesterdays, 316 Roosevelt Blvd. Marmora.

You will be guided through each step to bring your VW painting to life. $45 per person includes all materials for paint, instruction, one free glass of wine or cocktail, and a choice of appetizer off select menu. Pre-registration is required and limited space is available. Visit www. peaceofwoodoc.com Parent/Family Guardianship Workshop The Arc of Atlantic County will host an informational workshop entitled Turning 18: Guardianship, Entitlements and Waiting Lists on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, at The Arc of Atlantic County offices located at 6550 Delilah Road, Suite 101, Egg Harbor Township, NJ. This workshop is designed for parents/family members to learn more about what steps to take when a family member with an intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) turns 18 years of age. The workshop is free but registration is required. To reserve your space, please register by April 25, 2018.

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Margate City Wide Yard Sale Saturday, May 5th from 8am-5pm Free Comic Book Day at Hamilton Mall Saturday, May 5th from 10am-9pm 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing.

Don't miss the area's biggest FREE comic celebration Join Level Up Entertainment on May 5th, 2018 for free comics, special guests, sales, costume contest, live music, local vendors.

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Vendor information available at http:// levelupentertainment.com/vendors Hamilton Green Fair Saturday, May 5th from 10am-1pm. Oakcrest High School 1824 Dr Dennis Foreman Dr. Mays Landing. Join the Sustainable Township of Hamilton Green Team and the Township of Hamilton Clean Communities Program for their annual Green Fair. Come early to participate in a roadside cleanup to make your community brighter. Registration for the cleanup begins at 8:30 AM. Coffee and breakfast available for participants.

For more details, please contact Ingrid Perez, Project Manager for the Township of Hamilton at 609-625-1511, ext. 455.

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Smithville Drum Circle Saturday, May 5th from 10am-5pm. Historic Smithville 615 E Moss Mill Rd. Come prepared to have fun dancing and drumming. This family event will be fun-filled and enlightening.

Bring your favorite percussion instruments and your best energies Don’t have a drum? We’ve got you covered! There will also be vendors selling handmade drums, crystals, henna body art, tarot card readings, and other Drum Circle essentials. A lesson on the use of crystals and rocks and a belly dancing session highlights the Drum Circle each year.

Linwood Nursery Designer Bag Bingo Linwood Nursery School is hosting a designer bag Bingo at Our Lady of Sorrows Church on Saturday, May 5th. Doors open at 6pm and the first game begins at 7pm. Tickets are $35 and will be available at the door.

Upcoming 5K Runs & Walks

Healthy Kids Running Series Sundays from 4:30-5:30pm Atlantic City High School JV Field 1400 N. Albany Ave. *Please arrive 45 minutes early if you will be picking up your race bag OR would like to register on-site. We will do our best to start on-time and walk-up registrations need to be wrapped up before the start time for that to happen.

On-site registrations are welcome each week, checks are preferred. Wear your sneakers! Thank you! (Please note: Registration is non-refundable). Register online at www.healthykidsrunningseries.org.

Galloway Schools’ 2nd Annual Color Run The second annual Galloway Schools' Color Run will be held Sunday, April 29 (rain date May 6) at Galloway Township Middle School, 100 South Reed Road in Galloway. The registration and festival begin at 9:00am; the untimed fun run/walk begins at 11:00am. Register at https:// events.myschoolcolorrun.com/event/ GallowaySchools 8th Annual Seashore Gardens 5K Run & Walk Sunday, April 29th at 9am, Boardwalk & Iowa Ave. Atlantic City. Run the boards and be a superhero for Alzheimer’s to support the Seashore Gardens Living Center. This is a rain or shine event.

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Free self-parking at the Havana Tower Garage. Preregistration is open now at www.seashoregardens.org/5k Bambino Biathlon Kids Race Saturday, June 9th at 10am. Race starts and finishes at Harry Bowen Park, 141 Main Street, Port Republic. ¼ mile run, 2 mile bike and ¼ mile run for kids ages 5-14, helmets required. Awards for the top 3 overall boy and girl and by age group.

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Criss Angel RAW - The Mindfreak Unplugged to Circus Maximus Theater on Friday, May 4. Experience Angel’s famous sleight of hand street magic, mentalism and some of his most iconic illusions live in an intimate, raw setting.

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The Commodores Saturday, April 28th at 8pm, Tropicana Showroom, Tickets start at $50 The Commodores are an American funk/soul band, which was at its peak in the late 1970s through the mid 1980s.

Paw Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure Saturday, April 28th & Sunday, April 29th at 10am & 2pm Boardwalk Hall Tickets start at $22 PAW Patrol Live. "The Great Pirate Adventure" Motor Social at the Showboat Hotel Friday, May 4th – Sunday, May 6th Located at the famous Showboat Hotel Atlantic City, the 3 day event will feature an indoor/ outdoor car show, bands, burlesque, sideshow and much more in a Mardi-Gras style atmosphere. This event is free for spectators. For more information or to register, please visit http://www.deadrodz.com/ motor-social-showboat-atlantic-city/ Criss Angel Friday, May 4th at 9pm Caesars Atlantic City, Tickets start at $60 Criss Angel brings his magic revolution,

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Then came the frantic texts and calls to loved ones, friends and neighbors who were on the force. But Vadell’s wife, Laura, nearly 9 months pregnant at the time, was already by her husband's side at Atlanticare hospital in Atlantic City.

Josh Vadell was responding to an armed robbery that night, near the parking garage of Caesars Hotel and Casino at 2:03 AM. He was shot in the head and no one knew if he would survive.

Vadell spent two weeks in the hospital followed by intensive therapy and surgeries. His left side was paralyzed and he had to relearn even the most basic movements. There was also concern that Josh would lose his memories and

personality, which is common with a Cape May County PBA Local 401’s second traumatic brain injury. Thankfully, he did annual Back the Blue 5k. This will be held not. on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Cape “It shows me how lucky and fortuMay County Police Academy at 10 AM. nate I am. It could have been worse,” Josh Vadell has found another way says Vadell. “I’m still here for my family, to help others too. He is communicating and my kids. That means everything to with patients that are in the earlier stagme.” es of their recovery and is able to Only two weeks later, give them hope and encourLaura gave birth to agement, from someLucy, a healthy baby one who has been through it. Vadell girl. Vadell was just is also interested beginning his rehain motivational bilitation at Moss speaking and Rehabilitation center in Elkins sharing his story Park, Pennsylto help others. In vania though.

June, he gave the keynote speech to Just one day after giving birth, Laura the Basic Course for Police Officers took Lucy to meet her Daddy. graduating class at the It's been nearly 18 Atlantic County Institute months since then and of Technology.

Vadell is home with his wife Laura and Josh Vadell “I may not be able to physically protect people and three daughters, Adrianna - 8, Vienna -6, and Lucy -18 months. anymore but I want to give people the He officially retired from the Atlantic motivation to push through any difficulCity Police force which was a difficult ties in their lives,” says Vadell. decision for him. Although he loved being Vadell and his partner, Thomas Mca police officer, he says he knew it is time Cabe will be honored May 14 with a TOP to help people in a in a different way.

COPS award at the National Association “We received so much help and supof Police Organizations’ 25th annual port and now we want to pay it forward. awards dinner at the Omni Shoreham We want to give back to the community Hotel in Washington, D.C. The TOP that was so good to our family,” says COPS awards honor law enforcement Laura Vadell. officers in federal, state, county and The Vadell's have set up a nonprofit local agencies around the country who charitable foundation to help families demonstrated “above and beyond” acwhose loved one is injured in the line tions while on duty. Award winners are of duty. The foundation is called This nominated by other officers and the top ten are selected as award recipients.

Blue Life Matters: The Josh Vadell Foundation. It is dedicated to offering If you would like more information financial support to police officers critgo to Facebook.com/thejoshvadellfounically injured and people in need from dation oor to make a donation to the the community.

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Checkmates Chess Club Saturdays from 12-4:30 pm, Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave. Suggested for all ages. We welcome all to the challenge of playing a friendly game of chess along with others.

South Jersey Astronomy Club Solar Observing Saturday, April 28th at 1-3pm Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Dr. Open to all ages.

Listen and learn as the South Jersey Astronomy Club presents a lecture and slideshow about the celestial bodies in our solar system.

Job Seekers Club: Finding Employment Monday, April 30th from 10-11am, Inland Family Success Center 3050 Spruce Ave. Egg Harbor Township. Join our employment specialist on site to assist with searching and applying for employment online! Free! Call 609-5690376 to register!

EHT Book Sale May 1st-31st, 1 Swift Dr.Atlantic County Library’s Egg Harbor

Park Clean Up Saturday, April 28th at 8:30am Lake Lenape Park-West 6303 Old Harding Hwy, Mays Landing. This year marks the Park’s 8th year of the cleanup.

These clean ups are a great asset in keeping the Parks green and clean.

Pre-Registration is Required. Please contact the Park Manager Adam Witcraft at witcraft_adam@aclink.org or by call (609) 625-7000 ext. 5400 for more information.

Mindfulness Meditation Saturday, April 28th at 10 am Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Dr. Presented by trained yoga instructor Linda Schwartz. Registration for the session is required. Learn mindfulness stress reduction through meditation, moving towards greater control and participation in life, and consciously working with the challenges and demands of everyday life.

Storytime University Saturdays at 10am Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. For ages 3-6. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Children and their caregivers

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Gathering Wool Tuesdays from 10am12pm 6500 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic County Library Ventnor welcomes all adults to join a quilting and knitting group that meets every Tuesday, May 1st-29th.The program is free and all levels of experience are welcome. Join the group to stitch, loop, craft and chat. Do you love to knit or crochet? Or would you like to learn how to create original handcrafted blankets, scarves, sweaters and more?

Furry Buddies Tuesdays from 6:307:30pm. Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave. Suggested for ages 6-14. Read a story to therapy dogs, Freedom, Erin & Cody, who love sharing stories with children.

Tot Tales Wednesdays at 10-11am, Atlantic County Library Somers Point 801 Shore Rd. Suggested for ages 1-4.

Siblings always welcome. Stories, songs, snacks and an easy craft. Please advise of any food allergies.

Rare and Interesting Plants of the Pine Barrens Wednesday, May 2nd from 7-8pm, Estell Manor Park Nature Center 109 Route 50. Join Environmental Photographer, Mike Hogan, for a discovery of rare and interesting plants of the Pine Barrens. For more information, please call 609-625-1897.

Love at First Stitch Needlecraft Group Thursdays at 6:30pm, 134 Philadelphia Ave. Atlantic County Library’s Egg Harbor City branch invites all adults and teens to come join a dedicated crafting group that meets weekly on Thursdays, May 3-31 at 6:30 pm. Whether you crochet, knit, or do any other type of needlecraft, all are welcome to learn and

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Atlantic Cape FSO Spring Flower Sale Friday, May 4th from 8am-4pm 950 Tilton Rd. Northfield. The Atlantic Cape Family Support Organization, Inc. is a 501C3 organization that provides Support, Education and Advocacy to families that have youth with emotional, behavioral, developmental, substance use and/or mental health challenges. We also have a youth group for those youth. All funds go to the families or youth so we can provide a hand up or go on a trip that helps provide leadership and advocacy skills.

Knitting Club Fridays from 10am12pm Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Ave. Open to all ages.

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Northfield Library Book & Bake Sale Friday, May 4th from 2-6pm, Otto Byrnes Public Library 214 W Mill Rd. Once again, we have a huge selection of used books and goodies for a great price, plus amazing treats homemade by the Friends. If you love the Friends' baked goods, why not purchase a copy of the Bake Sale Favorites Cookbook? T Pilates Saturday, May 5th at 9:30am Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave. Registration and a $5 fee are required for each session. Class size is limited to 25 participants. The program is presented by certified instructor Kristina Carr. Pilates is a balanced blend of strength and flexibility training that improves posture, reduces stress, and creates long, lean muscles.

Super STEM Saturday Saturday, May 5th at 11 am, Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. For ages 1-4. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Libraries are great places to explore STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering, and Math). Join us as we use a variety of materials to make STEM come alive for your preschool child!

Inland FSC Open House Saturday, May 5th from 11am-2pm. Inland Family Success Center 3050 Spruce Ave. Egg Harbor Township. Please join Inland Family Success Center on Saturday, May 5th, to celebrate their Open House. There will be a Fire Truck, Police Truck, EMT Truck, Rainforest Cafe Frog, ACUA Super Can, Smokey the Bear, Community Resource Tables, Face Painting, Food, Refreshments and much more.

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“I would choose to keep my job as a police officer because I enjoy what I do.”

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I would want to own my own animal sanctuary to rescue and rehabilitate.”

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Here are some easy starter steps. Before taking care of anyone else you need to take care of yourself. If you feel good then so will everyone else around you.

Think of this exercise session as “me” time.

Take a time out for you and this is how YOU will be taking better care of yourself.

Another starter tip is to surround yourself with fitness. Find some fitness blogs, a good fitness magazine, or join a local athletic club that meets for runs or workouts. Working out with a buddy is always motivating. You are a team pushing each other to complete the session. Park farther away in the parking lot, take the steps instead of the elevator. These little changes will make a big change later. Adding to the starter list, get your dance shoes on and take some cha-cha or salsa lessons. This is a fun way to workout especially those hips, and legs and it doesn’t even feel like exercise.

Last but not least, after the first week of jumping on the fitness train you might think, why am I doing this I’m sore, I can’t climb the stairs,etc etc. Give yourself 2-3 weeks. You will see an increase in energy , sleep better, and make healthier choices with your diet. Not only will you look good, but you will feel good too.

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ello everyone! My name is Gena Laielli and I am excited to share my passion for fitness with all of you.

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I’m a married mom with two beautiful babies who I know I want to be able to jump, climb monkey bars, coach their sports team, run around and play with for a very long time.

I started my fitness journey back when I did gymnastics, ran track, and played field hockey back in my teens.

I went to nursing school and while I was studying to be a nurse I got certified to train people either in group classes or 1:1. I have combined with nursing, group fitness and personal training over 15 years experience.

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Exercise has many benefits. For your overall health, regular exercise reduces the odds of developing heart disease, stroke, diabetes, lowers your blood pressure, prevents depression, and reduces stress. Who wouldn’t want to jump on the fitness train after reading all that exercise can do? Working up a sweat can manage mental and physical health. With an increased heart rate with exercise more oxygen

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n Thursday April 19th, I attended a new exhibition of talented artists at The Jewish Community Center located at 501 North Jerome Avenue in Margate, NJ. Each month artist and curator David Neal Holtzman sets up a brand new exhibit at The Holtzman Gallery at The JCC. Holtzman has brings in artists that have shared their talents for painting and sculpture from around the world and from all over America. Holtzman has as well a number of local artists on display. This month among the talented artists are two pieces that speak to the ongoing expression of being a woman from Rachel Albanese. Albanese besides being an artist, is the co-owner of the t-shirt design showroom Design Nation of Ventnor.

You will find sculpture, paintings, limited edition prints and 3D art that is perfect for home or corporate display at The Holtzman Gallery.

The Gallery is open to the public daily and features various artists each month. ▶Monday ▶ – Thursday – 5:30AM to 10PM ▶Friday ▶ – 5:30AM to 6PM ▶Saturday ▶ – 6AM to 5PM ▶Sunday ▶ – 6AM to 5PM ▶Monday: ▶ 10AM to 3PM The gallery is dedicated to the memory of Alex Holtzman, the gallery owner’s, David Holtzman’s late father. Alex G. Holtz-

Left: artist Rachel Albanese Right: Holtzman Gallery curator David Neal Holtzman Shot for Shore Local By Photography By Tyler Studios

On Sunday April 29th at 4pm, I invite you to join me for a new podcast called Let’s Talk About it.

We will be taping live from T Wakes BBQ at 6701 Black Horse Pike in EHT.

The show was originally broadcasts on WUSS 1490 Atlantic City in the 1970’s/80’s and 90’s. I take great pride in updating it as a podcast and hope you will join us as part of the audience.

We are asking for a $10 donation, part of which will benefit a local youth track team.

For more information check out my website www.RaymondTylerMedia.com.

You can connect with Raymond Tyler via Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and Instagram @RaymondTyler2018.

man was an avid painter and art collector who inspired his son to pursue a successful career in the arts.

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The Red Book Chronicles

April is National Poetry Month. So it’s fitting that poet Lou Hargrove celebrated the release of her new book of poetry “The Red Book Chronicles” this past Saturday April 21st. The celebration took place at the intimate and beautiful Assaggio Restaurant and Lounge. Located at 500 West White Horse Pike in Egg Harbor City, Assaggio was the perfect place for Ms. Hargrove to share an evening of red hot love poems from her pen of plenty.

Between the great food on the menu and steamy words from Lou Hargrove’s new book it was an evening where attendees would leave feeling well fed and well spent. If you missed the fun? No worries.

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t its essence, football is a highly physical, high-contact sport. But it doesn’t have to be physically harmful, especially at a younger age. And, if you take the harmful element away, maybe it becomes more fun.

That’s the idea behind the Athletes Arbor Flag Football program, a non-tackle league for boys and girls held every Sunday afternoon through May at Linwood’s All Wars Memorial Fields. Nearly 200 children ages 5-14 from throughout the area take part in the program, which is run by former NFL player and Mainland Regional High School graduate Dave Klemic, co-owner of Athletes Arbor Sports Performance Institute in Linwood.

“It’s really fun. The kids love it,” Klemic said. “They really get to learn football, not just like, handing the ball off to the kid that hit puberty first and he runs everybody over. It doesn’t matter how fast or how big you are. In flag football, if you can run and you’ve got moves, you’re very effective.”

“I like this compared to other football because there’s no injuries,” said Brady Kallen, 10, of Northfield. “But I really like the other football, too.”

Klemic got the idea for the league while playing for the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs. He said the team used to visit local flag football programs that gave children a chance to play non-tackle foot- Youth football players compete in the ball in the spring be- Athletes Arbor Flag Football League on fore they reached sev- Sunday, April 22 in Linwood. enth or eighth grade.

“There could be laws passed about while Klemic playing football until a certain age, gave shouts of until their brains develop to a certain direction and level,” Klemic said. “We thought of encouragement that. And every other place in the into a megaworld does spring football, seven on phone. seven. We just don’t have it here.”

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every touchdown pass or clutch “tackle” (flag-grab).

League sponsors include Charlie’s Bar and Restaurant in Somers Point, the D’arcy Johnson Day law firm, Nick’s Pizza in Northfield and Cornerstone Plastic Surgery in Linwood. Athletes Arbor will also host a league Combine and Football Skills Day on Sunday, May 27, at the fields.

“We set the rules so everything’s a downfield pass,” said Klemic, who was a speedy wide receiver in his playing days for Mainland, Northeastern University and the Chiefs.

“If you run it, the whole defense can automatically blitz, so it’s not even worth it. We teach the kids how to play and read zone defenses … so they really get to learn not only how to play street ball.

They’re running real routes and stuff like that.”

“I like it because it’s fun,” said Lucas Hankins, 7, of Galloway. “I’m a quarterback and I get to throw the ball. I threw two touchdowns today.”

His mom, Kerrie Hartman, likes the league too, but for different reasons.

Hartman said she looked into having Lucas play tackle football at an early age but decided to stick with the flag football.

“As a mom, I feel much safer with this, for now,” she said. “I don’t want to see my baby get hit.” She is not alone in that sentiment. The number of children playing flag football jumped 8.7 percent from 2004 to 2015, according to the Physical Activity Council's annual participation report. That's a higher increase than

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Former NFL player Dave Klemic, at right with megaphone, is the director of the flag football league and a co-owner of Athletes Arbor softball, soccer, baseball or basketball.

Over the same time, the number of children ages 7-17 who played the traditional tackle game dropped from 5.1 million to 4.4 million, according to the National Sporting Goods Association. That decrease is due in part over

Eagles tight end Zach Ertz in a story on NJ.com. “The participation in tackle football will go down and the participation in flag football will go up.”

“I’m on the fence about it,” said flag football mom Kerrie Hartman.

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“But if you wait until 14 to play tackle football, will they learn enough? They’re learning all the drills, and to be quick with their feet … I think they’re learning what they need to be learning, but if they don’t get hit until they’re 13 or 14, is that a huge shock at that point? So I don’t know what the right answer is, but I feel more comfortable with this, at least. For now, I think this is perfect.”

It was hard to argue with that on a beautiful spring Sunday when children of all ages were carrying the flag - for football, and fun.

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Parents are more worried about the head injuries that are occurring in physical sports like football. There are a growing number of children that still want to play football but might be hesitant to put a helmet and shoulder pads on – and parents that might be hesitant to let them. Proponents of tackle football say coaches and leagues are addressing the danger through rule changes, awareness and technology, to make it as safe as soccer or lacrosse. But many current and former NFL players have joined a growing chorus of people who say that flag football at an earlier age is the way to go.

“I don’t think there’s a real need for the tackling, the tackling drills, the high-impact on these young kids when their brains are getting developed at such a young age and early stage in their lives,” said Philadelphia

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Champions of Youth

By Krystle J. Bailey

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ow partnered with The Leadership Studio, The Champions of Youth program as been expanding boundaries and turning obstacles into opportunities for Atlantic City High School students for over twelve years. The heart behind the program is retired ACHS guidance counselor and community activist, Michael Everett who believes that all kids deserve to be offered a roadmap to success.

The Champions of Youth program, originally affiliated with the Boys and Girls Club, has taken on a life of its own over the twelve years since it was started. The Champions program provides Atlantic City High School students the opportunity and experiences that they wouldn’t otherwise get in a traditional classroom setting. Graduates of the champions program have experienced shows, plays, sporting events, and even international

travel alongside of Michael and other mentors.

Everett, a long time advocate for the youth, holds this program near and dear to his heart. He worked in the education system for forty-four years mostly in the high school setting. After retiring from the school, he took on the role as the director for the program and brought true life change to many of Atlantic City’s youth through the development of Champions of Youth.

There are several components to the champions program. One of which is a long term, one-on-one mentor where an influential adult is paired with a teenager and helps to guide them through their formative years as they navigate high school. The mentors work closely with Michael, reporting a weekly update.

The students and mentors also participate in monthly group “gameface” activities. The monthly group outings include focus on the arts, wellness, sports, and leadership. Exposure is the lifeblood of this program. The biggest feedback from the students participating is often, “This is my first time doing this”, whether it be swimming, kayaking, rock climbing, or dining out. Many of the students simply do not have the resources to experience such activities on their own. Some of

the children living in Atlantic City have never left the island, never rode the rides at Steel Pier, and never thought of life outside of the status quo. Champions of Youth is working every day to change the reality for high school students and to push them to their potential.

One of the things that is most important to the students, beyond the experience, is the support group. Many of the students in the program are experiencing hardships that no child should ever have to go through. There have been homeless students, students who lost their parents, and many students coming from broken homes who need positivity and support in their lives.

When The Leadership Studio, an Atlantic City based yoga studio focused on community and leadership

development, was brought to Tennessee Avenue, partnering was a no brainer.

Building and empowering leaders in the community is a shared mission of the two organizations. Kathy and Allie of the Leadership Studio had been doing work with The African Yoga Project, where yoga had proven to be transformative in terms of strengthening community and helping individuals to become who they were meant to be. So in 2017, the two partnered and now are working together to expand the future of the youth in Atlantic City.

Champions of Youth graduates have gone on to own homes, graduate high school and college, earn master's degrees, and become successful career men and women. They all give credit to the advocacy and the education that the Champions of Youth program provided to them during high school.

When describing what the program does for students, Michael Everett explained, “If I put two groups of kids on Albany Avenue in Atlantic City with a mission to find their way to Margate but I give one

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group a map and the other group has to find it on their own, you can bet that the group with the map will find

their way faster. That’s what Champions of Youth offers - a roadmap to success and most importantly, love and encouragement along the way.”

To continue to thrive and expand the boundaries for the youth of Atlantic City, they are seeking funding and creative partnerships with local businesses. In addition to the funding support, volunteers are invited to reach out and see where your strengths can be used. Our children are quite literally our future. Invest in them by using your strengths whether it be mentoring, fundraising, publicity, transportation, programming, etc. Your strengths and skill sets are valuable! To be a part of this incredible movement, or to learn more, contact Michael Everett at Meveret@aol. com.

Krystle J. Bailey is a motivational speaker, poet, and author of Nourish: A Journey to Loving and Embracing The Woman Within.

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Super Bowl Champions Brent Celek and Jake Elliott to Kick Off Bayfest in Somers Point

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After the Eagles excitement, fun-seekers can look forward to a full day of festival activities. Young visitors will get a thrill from a brand-new petting zoo, a BMX stunt team and aerial performance “The Little Circus” by The

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Reading Anything Interesting?

By Jeff Whitaker

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’m probably preaching to the choir, so to speak. I say this because if you are reading my article, you more than likely understand the value of the written word. But on the off chance articles like this one are as “deep” as you go, I’ll expound on my thoughts.

I’ve always loved to read. For me, there is nothing like getting caught up in the imagination that a good story unlocks. But to be perfectly honest, if the truth be told, I don’t read enough. And when I do, I tend to gravitate toward non fiction, practical “how to” or inspirational biographical works over fiction. I think if I read more fiction, it would benefit me.

Why am I sharing this? I happened to notice that one evening this past week was designated as World Book Night; a night set aside to celebrate what the creators refer to as the joy of reading. The column I read about the event lamented what you probably already are aware of. We don’t read nearly as often as we used as a society. And that’s a shame for a number of reasons.

As a rule, I don’t study these types of things professionally but I have this sense within me that says when we or our children spend a majority of leisure time on electronic devices such as Snap-

Chat, Instagram, Facebook, playing video games and such as opposed to reading, it really makes our brains lazy. Don’t get me wrong, there is a lot to like and gain from social media in small doses. And I love to watch a great movie, but nothing compares to the stimulation your brain receives when your imagination kicks in with in the pages of a great book. Think of reading as “food for your brain”.

As the Summer season approaches with vacation and downtime, beach days and lazy afternoons, why not be intentional about finding a good book or two to take along. If not sure where to start, talk with some friends who are avid readers and ask for suggestions. If this is something you wouldn’t normally do, I’m not suggesting to begin with War and Peace or any book thats 3 - 500 pages. Instead start off small. Maybe a book of short stories or a chapter book that interests you. But the key is to find something. I promise you’ll be richer for the experience and will give you something interesting to talk about with your friends beyond the latest gossip on Facebook or Twitter.

Ocean City Happenings Sports Memorabilia Show This Weekend Features Four Members of Eagles’ Super Bowl Team

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our members of the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles will greet fans as part of the new Sports Memorabilia & Collection Show on Saturday and Sunday at the Ocean City Music Pier.

Running back Corey Clement, Pro Bowl guard Brandon Brooks, tight end Brent Celek and linebacker Mychal Kendricks will be part of the show. Brooks and Celek will be featured in a motorcade down the Ocean

City Boardwalk from Sixth Street to 14th Street at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 28.

Clement will be available to sign autographs and pose for photos at 1 p.m. April 28 and 1 p.m. April 29.

Brooks and Celek will be available at 1:45 p.m. April 28. Kendricks is slotted for 2 p.m. April 29. Tickets for these sessions are $45 and include one autograph and one photo. They go on sale go on sale at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 25 at oceancityvacation.com/

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. boxoffice, by calling 609-399-6111, or in-person at the City Hall Welcome Center or the Roy Gillian Welcome Center on the Route 52 causeway.

The show will run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

April 28 and 29 and feature sports memorabilia displays and vendors.

Admission is $3 per day for adults and $1 for children ages 12 and under.

For more information on the show, call 609-399-6111.

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Thursday (April 26) for “Under the Streetlamp,” a quartet with the rapport of a modern-day Rat Pack. The group will perform with the Ocean City Pops at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Ocean City Music Pier.

Eric Gutman, David Larsen, Brandon Wardell and Shonn Wiley will perform doo-wop, Motown, old time rock ‘n’ roll and all of your favorite songs from The Drifters, The Beach Boys, The Beatles and a “show-stopping” salute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The group is composed of recent leading cast members of

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the Tony Award-winning sensation “Jersey Boys.”

Tickets are $30 to $45 and will be available at oceancityvacation.com/ boxoffice, by calling 609-399-6111, or in-person at the City Hall Welcome Center or the Roy Gillian Welcome Center on the Route 52 causeway.

Tickets for a second show on Sept. 9 will go on sale in May.

JON DORENBOS MAGIC SHOW ON JULY 27

Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. Thursday (April 26) for a magic show on July 27 by former Philadelphia Eagles long snapper Jon Dorenbos at the Ocean City Music Pier. The show will mix his mind-blowing magic talents with inspirational stories.

Dorenbos performed a sold-out show in Ocean City last spring, and he sold out another show scheduled for May 12 of this year. The NFL star will stay in town as a guest participant in this year’s Night in Venice boat parade on July 28.

Dorenbos gained the attention of the non-football world during his run to the top of the NBC television competition “America’s Got Talent.”

He placed third overall in the contest after surviving many elimination rounds. This year’s Night in Venice includes the optional theme “TV’s Greatest Hits,” and registration for participants is open at www.ocnj.us/ niv.

Tickets are $32 to $47 and will be available at oceancityvacation.com/ boxoffice, by calling 609-399-6111, or in-person at the City Hall Welcome Center or the Roy Gillian Welcome Center on the Route 52 causeway.

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CYSTIC FIBROSIS WALK (April 28): 10 a.m. registration and 11 a.m. start at the Sixth Street practice field near the boardwalk. For more information, call 610-325-6001.

BOARDWALK AND DOWNTOWN MERCHANT TABLE SALES (April 2829): No Vendors. Sixth Street to 14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.

SPORTS MEMORABILIA SHOW (April 28-29): A weekend of events and table sales dedicated to athletes and fans. Perfect for collectors.

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MARCH FOR BABIES WALK (April 29): 11 a.m. registration and 12 p.m. start at Sixth Street basketball courts near boardwalk. For more information, visit www.marchforbabies.org or call 856-874-9050.

SPRING BLOCK PARTY (May 5): Ocean City’s premier spring event features more than 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more. The block party covers a mile of downtown Asbury Avenue from Fifth Street to 14th Street and runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ. ROCK ON THE BOARDWALK (May 5): CSN Songs will pay tribute to the music of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young in a special concert 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 5 at the Ocean City Music Pier. Celebrate Block Party Weekend with songs such as “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes,” “Ohio” and “Love the One You’re With.” Tickets are $30 at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice, by calling 609-399-6111, or in-person at the City Hall Welcome Center or the Roy Gillian Welcome Center on the Route 52 causeway. All proceeds benefit the Morvay-Miley Post 524 American Legion of Ocean City.

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hree powerful “Oms” begin and end the hour long yoga practice on Saturday mornings at The Leadership Studio. After the familiar “namaste” greeting, honoring the light and the love within each other, the room breaks into applause celebrating the last hour that they spent together on their mats.

Throughout the hour, the energy has increased along with the temperature. It’s now 95 degrees in the room and there is a sweaty smile on everybody’s face. This is Baptiste style yoga at The Leadership Studio. Baptiste yoga in and of itself is a powerful practice that transforms lives well beyond the physical realm of the mat. At The Leadership Studio, it’s so much more than yoga.

Eastern philosophy of yoga has brought sustainable wellness to individuals all over the world. The Leadership Studio brings that practice to the heart of Atlantic City.

The primary teaching in the practice of yoga

is to bring together the fragmented parts of oneself, to make whole. True positive change in any community begins with the individuals living there. Internal healing is experienced in the studio where meditation, self-inquiry-and total body health are encouraged and cultivated.

After hosting a few “yoga in the park” events in Atlantic City, aiming to create a safe space for Atlantic City residents to come together, Kathy Whitmore along with Allie Nunzi and their team were pleasantly surprised at the turnout and the desire for more yoga experience within the city. They began to look for places to practice yoga during the winter.

Through that quest to bring more yoga to the city, they were connected to the Tennessee Avenue Project - a project launched in February of 2017 to revitalize the Tennessee Avenue block with thriving businesses that serve the community. That’s when the

nonprofit organization, The Leadership Studio was born.

The Leadership studio exists to empower individuals to see the greatness already within them. The team of volunteer yoga instructors, teachers, and leaders are committed to helping individuals thrive in life on and off of the mat. In doing so, they offer free community yoga classes on Mondays and Saturdays open to anyone at any level.

The classes are warm and welcoming and provide a safe place to be loved on and encouraged.

In addition to the yoga sessions at The Leadership Studio, you can also find community healthy living educational discus-

sions. After some of the practices, those that attend class are invited to gather in the next room where they are taught new ways to make healthier lifestyle choices.

There is also a new series called, “At The Table” - a community podcast potluck conversation where real life topics are brought to the table for an open and honest community conversation. These events are held monthly and topics vary month-to-month.

The Champions of Youth program for Atlantic City youth is a partner of The Leadership Studio doing such amazing things that they have an article of their own. Check out the Champions of Youth article in this edition!

The Leadership Studio is always creating, always expanding, and always growing.

Go visit, try a class, and be a part of a thriving community. The studio is open to those living on and off of the island. Stay in the know by following them on Facebook and Instagram at “The Leadership Studio” or visiting their website at theleadershipstudioac.com Krystle J. Bailey is a motivational speaker, poet, and author of Nourish: A Journey to Loving and Embracing The Woman Within.

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Mountain Waves Summer Concert Series

By Marci Lutsky

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ki Beach is going to be the place to be this summer.

Haven’t heard of Ski Beach?

No worries, I hadn’t either before talking with Ellie Dotson and Tyler Gehringer from Boycot, the new clothing brand multimedia production company that is planning the Mountain Waves Summer Concert Series. Get your beach chairs ready for a fun and relaxing way to spend your Friday evenings this summer.

The concert series will take place every other Friday from 6-9 pm starting May 25th and running until September 28th. The band Mountain Waves will headline each show with a revolving line-up of opening acts. Music genres will include alternative rock, indie rock, surf rock and some hip-hop. The concerts will be free to the public. On the alternating Fridays when the Mountain Waves

concerts are not taking place, free concerts will be offered at Newport Beach in Ventnor.

I recently had a chance to sit down with Ellie and Tyler who are up to great things. Both with creative backgrounds, hers in dance and his in music production, they saw the need to create the concert series after the mismanagement of the previous concert series. When not at their Greens and Grains day jobs, they are working around the clock to make this concert series a summer hit.

They credit Donna Peterson, the Special Events Coordinator at Ventnor City Hall with helping them secure all of the necessary permits.

They are having a new stage special for the concert series.

While the concerts will be free, food will be available for purchase. LAN Restaurant Group, which owns Greens and Grains, Banzo and District Bar, will be selling boxed offerings of their plant-based

meals. The event is being sponsored by various local businesses including LAN Restaurant Group, Casel’s Marketplace, Marketplace Realt y, Isabella’s Ventnor Café and Le Tour de Downbeach. Boycot merchandise will also be available for purchase including t-shirts, hats, sunglasses and sweatshirts.

Watching the sunset over Ski Beach while listening to great music

and enjoying delicious food is exactly how I plan to spend my Friday nights this summer. If you are interested in being a sponsor or want to stay up to date on the concert series, make sure to follow them at www. facebook.com/boycotco or www. instagram.com/boycotco. See you at Ski Beach this summer!

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

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The Derby

By Cindy Fertsch

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eople say why derby? I say why not? The experience rivals the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras - combined.”

Mike Yanniello grew up in Mays Landing and as a young teen, he worked the concessions at both the Atlantic and Monmouth racecourses.

He even worked at Atlantic City’s famous Diving Horse Show. Yanniello became very familiar with the culture and excitement of horseracing in his early years. That has now bloomed into a true passion for Yanniello.

Today, Yanniello owns the Derby Shop on Asbury in Ocean City. It is full of Kentucky Derby memorabilia, bourbon infused sauces, hats with great flare and even a life size model of Secretariat, the famous horse and winner of the 1973 derby.

The Kentucky Derby is only a two minute race, with 20 horses participating. Yet it is so much more. The road to the Kentucky Derby for these horses is long and extremely competitive. The level of excitement is tangible and

the traditions that are intertwined in the event have created a culture of fashion, food and celebrations.

“It is a two week long festival with fireworks, marathons, balloon races and an excess of 60 galas with 1.5 million visitors to Louisville, all within those two weeks,” says Yanniello.

When Stainton’s opened to retailers in 2012, Yanniello’s Derby Shop was the first to sign on.

But shortly afterwards, Hurricane Sandy struck.

“We had 18 inches of water everywhere,” says Yanniello. “We moved everything upstairs except Secretariat because she was too heavy and large. As all the renovations and cleanups were done, all we could see in the window was

the life size model of Secretariat and we knew everything would be okay as long as she was still standing. Secretariat taught us all a lesson when she won in 1973. Stay with the plan, focus and persevere, despite adversity.”

Yanniello would love to someday see the Atlantic City Racecourse make a comeback. He explains his vision for its success.

“Atlantic City and Atlantic City Racecourse should coexist for expansive growth and sustainable jobs,” says Yanniello. “Perhaps with a hotel on the side and trams running back and forth to Atlantic City. It cannot be reliant on casino gambling, but rather the entertainment

Bourbon industry and gambling industry must marry one another. Hard Rock will demonstrate this” This year Mark's the 144th Kentucky Derby and it will be held May 5th. Yanniello looks forward to attending this and every year.

Yanniello is also an Associate Broker for Balsy Losco Realty. He has a great love

A life size model of the 1973 winner of the Kentucky Derby, Secretariat, stands within the Derby shop on Asbury Avenue in Ocean City

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The rise and fall of the Atlantic City Racecourse

By Steffen Klenk

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ong before the introduction of casinos in Atlantic City, thoroughbred racing was on the rise. The Atlantic City Race Course was the pinnacle of premiere horse racing in the country.

Atlantic City Race Course was led by the vision of four businessmen, John B. Kelly Sr., Leo Fraser, Fred Scholler and Glendon Robertson. On July 22, 1946, Atlantic City Race Course officially opened to a crowd of over 28,000. Among the attendees included Grace Kelly, daughter of John Kelly, and shareholders Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Sammy Kaye and Harry James.

September 1953 saw the debut of the yearly thoroughbred race, the United Nations Handicap. It was Atlantic City’s first showcase for the best turf runners throughout the country and the world. The annual event saw the success of eleven-time Triple Crown jockey Bill Shoemaker, who led three straight wins from 1957 to 1959. Breeder’s

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Cup winning horse Steinlen rode to victory in the 1990 Caesars International Handicap.

While Atlantic City Race Course was known for its world-class horse racing, the venue has also played host to a variety of entertainment. From August 1-3, 1969, ACRC hosted the Atlantic City Pop Festival.

The three-day rock festival was headlined

by Jefferson Airplane, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Janis Joplin and B.B. King, amongst a lineup of dozens.

Over 110,000 revelers and approximately 6,000 gate crashers attended the concert, held nearly two weeks before Woodstock.

From its inception, Atlantic City Race Course was at the pinnacle in New Jersey.

The track drew record crowds of over

33,000 fans in September 7, 1953. In summer 1967, fans wagered over $3.1 million in a single day, the highest betting handle in ACRC history.

The rise of the casino and gaming industry caused attendance to slowly diminish. In 1983, ACRC became the first track in the United States to receive simulcast racing. New Jersey Supreme Court would suspend simulcast operations in 1985, but was later approved in a referendum. There was an effort to bring slot machines to the Atlantic City Race Course

in 1998, but the proposal was shot down.

In its later years, Atlantic City Race Course would seldom open for live simulcasts and thoroughbred racing. Several real estate developers and large businesses made attempts in purchasing the 250-acre property, all of which fell through. On May 4, 2012, Atlantic City Race Course held its final live day of racing, drawing a crowd of more than 25,000.

On January 9, 2015, it was formally announced that Atlantic City Race Course would wind down its operations and close its doors for good. While the future of ACRC and the 250-acre property remains unknown, its legacy and impact on our region has been etched into the history books.

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Mountain Biking with Kids

By Marci Lutsky

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oodbye ski season, hello biking season! We just wrapped another incredible ski season and as the temperature has finally started to warm up here in New Jersey, we dusted off our bikes. We are a biking

family. On most days my kids and I ride bikes to school along the bike path and then I continue on my road bike towards Ocean City or Longport.

While I love road biking, I have fallen in love with mountain biking. Yes New Jersey is flat, but there are some fantastic spots to explore with kids who enjoy mountain biking.

I recently joined a great group on Facebook called Atlantic County MTB. They organize youth rides on Wednesday nights all around the area including the Egg Harbor Township Nature Reserve and Estell Manor. The group is organized by Jason Cooke and meets at 6pm. Jason leads the group of kids along the trails. We met up with the group last week at the EHT Nature Reserve and rode with a total of 13 kids between the ages of 6 and 14. The trails at the Nature Reserve range from easy to moderate. The program teaches kids about shifting gears and helps them build confidence while pedaling up hills and through sand.

Parents are encouraged to stay and ride along with the group.

This was ideal for my husband and I because we had the opportunity

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to learn about new trails at the Nature Reserve while meeting other families with similar interests to ours.

Another great place to go mountain biking is Batsto Village which is part of Wharton State Forest. We spent Earth Day on the trails there. My twins are 7 and we did the 5.5 mile Firetower loop with them which was completely flat.

My son loves the steep hills while my daughter likes a flatter terrain so this trail is ideal for her. All of the bike trails there begin at the back of the Batsto Village Visitor Center parking lot. If you go mountain biking or hiking at Batsto Village wit h your kids, check out the Nature Center to see what kinds of kids crafts they are doing that day.

So why do we enjoy mountain biking? The nice thing about mountain biking is that you don’t have to deal with cars or people on the bike path looking at their phone (big pet peeve!). It also really gets you close to nature. There is something so peaceful about riding your bike through the woods, listening to the sounds of nature while observing vegetation and wildlife.

If you are thinking about taking up mountain biking, what do you need to get started? You will need a bike with gears. Having the ability to change

gears is extremely helpful on uneven terrain. Before heading out you should make sure to have a helmet, water (multiple bottles are helpful or a backpack that you can carry water in), patch kit in case of a flat tire, spare bike tube, sunscreen, bug spray, sunglasses, first aid kit and snacks.

If you are bored with riding along the boardwalk or bike path, consider taking up mountain biking. Your kids will love it!

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

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Spring Cleaning: Preparing for a Minimalist Summer at the Shore – Part III

By Nick Leonetti

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his is the last article of my series about minimalism, and it seems fitting to conclude with discussing diet.

Summertime is about barbeques, ice cream, block parties, daytime drinking and, well, nighttime drinking. It’s easy to lose focus on what you are putting into your body when there is so much fun to be had. I’m guilty of it, surely. But consider these points below and ask yourself if you are putting as much TLC into your diet as you are your suntan.

I’m sure this is a familiar story for most, but when I was younger I could eat whatever I wanted and not gain a pound. I had the metabolism of a gazelle and never really needed to exercise. I ate mostly McDonald’s when I

wasn’t home, Tastykakes, drank more soda than I’d like to admit and never had to work out. Of course, now that I’m in my early thirties, this has all changed… with vengeance. It’s as if some interior referee blew his whistle and yelled “GAME!” and everything just stopped.

To be brief, I have had to make some major changes with my diet. I try my best to avoid baked good (I’m not always successful, sadly), never drink soda, and try to incorporate enough vegetables in my diet to make the Jolly Green Giant envious. This is not always an enjoyable experience.

For example, I absolutely despised kale for a long time. I never heard of it, convinced myself it’s a devil-weed, and kept a safe distance from it at all times. But – and this is a big but – kale is so good for you. It’s jam-packed with fiber, and excellent source vitamin a and calcium, as well as phytonutrients, which are natural chemicals that help protect us from disease.

Therefore, even though I didn’t at all like the way kale tastes, it’s pretty obvious the positives outweigh the

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So I got creative. Smoothies are a great way to incorporate some kale into your diet without suffering from its, uh, earthy taste, to put it politely.

You can make a smoothie with anything and as long as there is a banana and some pineapple thrown in the mix, it’ll taste fantastic. Also, kale isn’t as abrasive if you finely chop it up. I usually will throw a handful of diced kale in a soup or salad. Other greens to keep in mind are dandelion, broccoli, spinach, and chard. Again, not the tastiest things out there, but they are so good for you it’s worth the push.

Alcohol and caffeine are other things to consider. Both are drugs – legal, yes, but drugs nonetheless. I had a major wake-up call when I sat back and thought about my habits involving these two substances. First off, I was drinking five to six cups of coffee a day.

Why? I don’t really know. It’s not like I needed it. But, I got myself into a habit that eventually just felt normal.

Alcohol crept into my daily routine in my late twenties and has stuck around ever since. For a while I drank one to two beers almost every night and then a more liberal amount on the weekends. Again, why? I’m not really sure. It just kind of happens. And if I didn’t really stop and consider this, I’d probably be having a beer right now as I type this. Think about it this way, I had about twelve to fourteen drinks a week.

That’s 730 drinks a year. This is a lot, no question. And, again, I kept asking myself why. Why am I putting this much alcohol in my system? Why am I putting this much caffeine in my system? Why does my body feel it needs so much?

With a lot of effort and a lot of positive reinforcement, I’ve switched almost exclusively to decaf coffee and chiseled my drinking down to about four a week at most. And I enjoy both

way more now. To be honest, the figure above did startle me a little bit, at first. But sometimes it’s good to really analyze daily habits and see whether or not they are working in your best interests. It’s as simple as that.

Minimalism isn’t about deprivation; rather, it’s about making sure you are not being excessive. It’s easy to eat excessively. When there are a dozen fast food restaurants five minutes from your home, and it’s cheap and it tastes good and they all have a drive thru, it can be a feat of strength to drive past each one and keep going.

And it’s fine to eat junk food sometimes, just not all the time, which a lot of people do. I did. But now I look at donuts, for example – which I love – as a treat. I’ll have, I don’t know, one donut a week, and I absolutely love it.

And you’d be shocked how different your body feels going from one donut a day to one a week. It’s a win-win.

I am a vegetarian, full disclosure.

And I am not preaching, but really consider where your food, especially your meat and dairy come from.

For example, is your beef grass-fed and organic, or is it factory-farmed?

Do you know what factory farming entails? If not, why? It’s important to know what goes into the process of food-making because that food is good into your body. How about the milk you and your family drink. Is it organic? Are there hormones and antibiotics in the milk you buy? Are you aware of what these hormones and antibiotics are doing to your body when you ingest them? If you are, and you are okay with it, then fine.

But it’s good to educate yourself on these things. Again, you are putting them into your body.

This has been fun. I hope you consider having a minimalist summer along with me.

Please E-mail me at NLeonetti85@ msn.com if you have any considerations or recommendations to make this the best summer ever.

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f you want to start seeds or are like me where sunflowers seeds started to sprout from last years droppings, use a container saved from ordering Chinese food or just a clear disposable drinking cup and cover. Your seedlings will be safe from several bouts of cold weather.

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Patcong Creek Foundation cleans up Steelman Bay's marshlands

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omers Point, NJ - Patcong Creek Two Somers Point Cub Scout packs—Pack Foundation celebrated Earth Day 87 and Pack 55—came out in big numbers. with a splash. First, on Saturday, Representatives from two Boy Scout Troops— the nonprofit corporation based in Somers Point, NJ organized a cleanup of Atlantic County Freeholder Steelman Bay’s marshlands, the eastern Board Vice Chairperson border of Somers Point. Then on Sunday, the Maureen Kern, Atlantic executive director and founder hosted a table county Freeholder at ACUA Earth Day Festival. The Steelman Board Chairperson Bay cleanup was a huge success with more Frank Formica, and than 60 volunteers coming together to pick Somers Point Mayor up litter—from tiny cigarette butts to massive Jack Glasser gear up styrofoam pieces of floating dock. Members to begin cleaning. of the community from all walks of life came out to help, including some new members of Patcong Creek Foundation that cleaned two other locations that same morning, and a husband-wife team that are excited for this June’s Assault on Patcong Creek crabbing tournament hosted by the Foundation since it will be their first year participating. Local elected officials understand the importance of community service and quite a few came out to lend a hand. Atlantic County Freeholder Board Chairperson Frank Formica and Vice-Chairperson Maureen Kern along with Patcong Creek Foundation is a 501c3 Nonprofit Mayor Jack Glasser and Councilman corporation dedicated to protecting the Patcong Ron Meischker and James Toto of Creek—a precious natural resource in Southern New Somers Point helped lead volunteers Jersey. We promote stewardship of Patcong Creek in their efforts. through education and community service.

Patcong Creek Foundation is a 501c3 Nonprofit corporation dedicated to protecting the Patcong Creek—a precious natural resource in Southern New Jersey. We promote stewardship of Patcong Creek through education and community service.

Somers Point Troop 55 and Ocean City Troop 32 also came to clean. Some volunteers cleaned along the roadways while others ventured out into the marsh, ferried by Meischker, who in addition to being a City Councilman is the founder of the Patcong Creek Foundation.

“The volunteerism and support of the community for our cleanup efforts has been incredible,” said Meischker. “The people in our region truly care about our coastal rivers and bays and a turnout like this confirms they want them clean and protected.”

In a mere one and a half hours, the volunteers collected 20 cubic yards of trash and recycling. The debris included many tires, many pieces of styrofoam exceeding 6 feet in length, a large rusty rudder, crab traps, signs, and lumber. One cub scout found an antique bottle and a coconut!

“We selected Steelman Bay because we know it is an area where people like to fish and crab, and often anglers and crabbers leave garbage behind,” said Steve Cedrone, leader of Patcong Creek Foundation’s Environmental Committee and board member who organized the event. “In fact, making recreational anglers and crabbers more aware of the hazards of littering and derelict fishing gear is part of our organization’s mission.”

The next cleanup event that Patcong Creek Foundation will participate in is the 13th

Annual Patcong Creek Cleanup along the creek in Somers Point and Linwood.

“We are hoping to have another great turnout for our next cleanup event on May 20th,” remarked Lisa Bender, Executive Director of Patcong Creek Foundation. “We were really overwhelmed with the sheer number of volunteers who came out to the Steelman Bay Cleanup. Seeing how clean the area was at the end after only an hour and a half was astounding when compared to our arrival on site.”

Sunday’s Earth Day Festival allowed the Foundation to reach out to community members from the larger region. Many interested people came to the table to learn about what we do and how they can get involved, and to buy T-shirts and hats in support of the Foundation. The Foundation’s membership grew by 50% over the weekend as a result of these community activities. Patcong Creek Foundation has as its mission promoting stewardship through outreach, education, and volunteerism. On this basis, Earth Day Weekend was a success for this local organization. To learn more about the Patcong Creek Foundation or become a member of the organization, visit www.

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Shore Local Talent: Judith Saylor Allison A Vibrant Discussion of Art with Judith Saylor Allison

By Steffen Klenk

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n a typical spring Thursday night, Ventnor’s Enlightened Café is bustling.

Dozens of customers not only enjoy a variety of health food and drink options, but take in the vibrant atmosphere of the building. As part of the location’s ambience, locally-renowned Judith Saylor Allison was invited to display her art, a fixture prominently displayed on their walls.

A few weeks ago, Judith provided a lively conversation on art. She talked about her inspirations, travels, upbringing and displayed the most admired

pieces in her collection. The forum also gave attendees a chance to view Saylor’s sunflower paintings, proudly exhibited at Enlightened Café for the past several months.

Judith was born in Philadelphia, the daughter of a city girl and a country boy. She and her family moved to Gettysburg, PA where they lived on a farm. It was here where Saylor developed her interest in the world of art. She started by using a camera, experimenting with black and white photography. Finding this too limiting, she began to paint. At the age of 53, Judith had her first art opening.

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of Georgia O’Keeffe, Saylor visited Abiquiu, New Mexico for several years, living near her ranch. It was here where she painted the landscapes using oil.

Her main medium is acrylic, but the lack of humidity dries out this paint, so when in the south, she utilizes oil paint.

Recently, Saylor’s work was featured inside Shore Medical Center, where 76 of her paintings were on

display for seven months. Her work has also been the subject of exhibitions in Miami, Florida and New York City, and featured in several local art galleries such as the Noyes Museum of Art, the Ocean City Arts Center and Great Bay Art Gallery in Somers Point. Saylor is a member of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center in Florida and the Ocean City Fine Arts League.

In April 2015 Judith and her husband Jim, a Grammy Nominated musical producer, opened Nashville North Studio in Linwood. Jim’s humble beginnings in music started with exposure of a variety of bands locally.

By the age of 13 he had formed his own band called The Rumors. Despite being an English teacher for several years, he returned to music and lived in Nashville. There is where his first songs were performed by major country artists.

Nashville North serves two purposes; it is both a recording studio and an art gallery. Each month, the gallery hosts a Fourth Friday event, where upwards of thirty local artists have showcased their talent and live musicians capture the tone of the evening.

A discussion of art is also held at the studio every second Wednesday.

This dynamic duo makes up an artist’s dream. As Judith says, “Paint your own way and do what speaks to you.”

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It’s time to get serious about Summer

By Nancy Adler

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t's the busiest time of year for nutritionists and gyms. If you’re serious about shedding unwanted pounds in time for summer, listen up and listen good — it’s not exactly what you’ve been hearing. The sooner we admit that we’re in for some hard work, the less likely we are to quit the moment things get difficult. Here’s some tough love on how to really get slimmer by summer.

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Please remember to fill your day with non-starchy vegetables. These foods are naturally low in calories and high in water content, which means they’ll take up plenty of space on your plate and in your stomach.

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I know. I know, it’s summer how can I stop drinking alcohol? This may seem harsh, but it's the truth. If you’re looking to cut extra calories, one of the first places you should look is your pre-dinner cocktail, brunch mimosa, dinner table wine, etc. Alcohol has 75 percent more calories than carbs or protein (7 calories per gram of alcohol compared to 4 calories per gram for carbs or protein). Plus, the body considers alcohol a poison, so it gets metabolized by the liver first, leaving the rest of our meal to sit around and wait to get processed. Alcohol also lowers inhibitions and causes dehydration, making us more likely to overeat.

Stop drinking liquid calories in general. This is a huge area for cutting calories. Liquid calories usually come from added sugars that we simply do not need in our diets. Researchers have found that people who drink more sugary drinks actually have a higher risk of belly fat, weight gain, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high triglycerides and gout. Instead of soda or even fruit juice, stick to still or sparkling water. Unsweetened black, green, white or oolong teas are also great choices.

Make time for exercise every day.

If you have trouble finding the moti-

vation to work out, remind yourself that you don’t have to wholeheartedly want to do something to start doing it. As the saying goes, "just do it."

Stand up for yourself. Stand up tall — literally. This tip is a bit of a cheat, but if you want that statuesque look, part of it can be accomplished through good posture supported by a strong core. Tightening your core and pulling your shoulder blades down and back goes a long way to present a longer, slimmer picture.

Don’t be afraid of the big fat truth. Good fats are part of a healthy diet and can even help with weight loss. Fat is metabolized more slowly than carbs or protein, so including it in balanced snacks and meals will keep the body satisfied longer.Examples of good snacks are apple slices with a stick of string cheese, dried tart apricots with unsalted almonds, avocado-grapefruit salad, or cucumber slices in Italian dressing. It’s still important to keep overall calories low, so keep snacks in the 100 to 200 calorie range.

Portion it, then put it away. Hunger and appetite are not the same thing. Hunger is a cue to replenish a physiological requirement for food — appetite is the reason we eat everything else. Our appetites often outpace our hunger.The easiest way to put a check on appetite is to portion food appropriately. That means serving yourself as much as fits into your eating plan, then putting the rest of the food away. If you finish a meal or snack and still feel very hungry, try doing something else for 20 minutes — go for a walk, read a magazine, organize your closet — whatever. If you’re still hungry after that, maybe you do need a little snack.

Use smaller plates, bowls and glasses. When your flatware is smaller, it takes less food to fill them up. This helps those of us whose appetites are governed by our eyes first and our biological hunger cues second. You still get to fill your plate, but it should naturally contain less food and therefore fewer calories.

As Life goes ... Expect a challenge and rise to it!

Nancy Adler is a certified nutritionist and practitioner in Linwood. Her office is located in Cornerstone Commerce Center, 1201 New Rd. Learn about her practice at ww.nancyadlernutrition.com (609)653-4900

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As days and weeks went by and John’s symptoms declined, he began to have trouble with his joints.

Doctors then diagnosed him with rheumatoid arthritis. His mother, Linda, knew that there was more to the story though.

When the swelling and joint pain eventually led to John’s inability to walk, he was taken to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. After rounds of tests, they learned that his kidneys ware failing rapidly. For the next four months, John’s mom performed home based dialysis on her son. In 1982, Linda gave her son her kid-

ney. That began a lifetime of transplant surgeries for John Hughes.

The first kidney lasted in a healthy state for seventeen years. As a young adult without medical benefits, John was having trouble affording his anti rejection medications, which landed him back on dialysis for the next seven years.

In 2001, he had his next transplant surgery. That kidney immediately began to turn black and rejected within three days. After the removal of the black kidney, the doctor on staff told John that he would probably never receive another kidney and he was destined to remain on dialysis for the rest of his life. That didn’t stop John from staying hopeful and remaining on the donor list.

To everyone’s surprise, in 2006, he was blessed with another kidney through the

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United Network of Organ Sharing program. This one lasted eleven years. During one of his routine checkups, they found his creatinine levels to be abnormally high, which is indication that the kidney is failing. In 2017, John was placed on the list yet again.

The normal wait time for a kidney transplant donation is typically seven to ten years however at John’s consultation with the doctors, he made the decision to accept a high risk organ donation, which many recipients waiting on an organ are hesitant to sign up for. After all he had been through, he had learned to be open minded and stay positive about whatever path his life would lead him down.

It was only seven months before he got the call to come to the hospital to see if he was a complete match for a newly received high-risk kidney.

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That same day, John received his fourth kidney transplant.

If that wasn’t a miracle enough, normally a kidney transplant patient is cut open on the side near the pelvic area however because of the nature of John’s history, he was opened up for exploratory surgery to find what the doctors called, “kidney real estate.� This led to John being opened vertically down his abdomen, which offered the opportunity for doctors to find a welcomed surprise - there was a home for his new kidney opposite of the one still functioning at a diminished percent.

Now, by the grace of God, for the first time since 1979, John is living with two functioning kidneys.

John used to ask the question, “Why me� but as he looks back on his life, he has changed his perspective to “Why not me?� . He lives his life with a positive outlook and a heart of gold giving his praise to God and knowing that this is the life chosen for him. He is thankful for his able body and using his positive attitude to live his best life. John knows first hand that life is a precious gift and he cherishes the lives and the families of lost loved ones that have been organ donors. That is why he is honoring organ donors, their families, and other transplant recipients in Transplant

Games of America in Salt Lake City, Utah this summer.

This will be John’s second trip to the games. He participated in 2014 in Houston, TX and is excited to take the trip to Salt Lake City with his wife, Bonnie, and the rest of the tri-state based team. The transplant games are a celebration of life where thousands of recipients, living donors and donor families gather to honor those who have given the gift of life, raise awareness about the critical need for more registered organ and tissue donors, and show the world that it works! Locally, there are over 5,400 people waiting for a life saving transplant and nationally the waiting list exceeds 116,000. Sadly, 22 people die each day waiting. John is fully aware of his blessings and is using his strength to celebrate life.

April is organ donor awareness month. If you’d like to celebrate life and support John’s journey to participate in the Transplant Games of America, visit tinyurl.com/SupportJohnHughes.

Krystle J. Bailey is a motivational speaker, poet, and author of Nourish: A Journey to Loving and Embracing The Woman Within.

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heard a really good sermon recently that challenged the listener to consider the impact and legacy of their temporal life. The main question was, ‘what are you doing within your dash?’ You know, the dash between your birthstone and your gravestone. In other words, what are you doing with your life?

Personally, I have a dash within a dash--if that makes sense. That additional dash was the five-year pause that occurred between the dash of my date of birth (DOB) and my date-of-death (DOD). It encompassed my time in prison—a metaphorical death of

sorts—where I was removed from society and reduced to a number 314525E. And though my dashes are all years apart and separate, they are inseparable.

Please let me explain.

You see, every-eternal-thing that God has for me can be fulfilled within that dash from D-O-B to D-O-D (even a pause), the dash represents the time given

by G-O-D. I was not responsible for my date of birth, nor am I in control of my date of death. But what I do control are the actions and attitudes that are attached to the dashes latitude.

And while we can micromanage—to a certain degree—the quality of our lives, it is the time that existed in the dash of my prison life that exposed me to true quality of life. And here’s why: I may have been diminished to that dash of time by the system, but what I did with the time was not controlled by the system.

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s the summer season approaches, the City of Ventnor is considering making changes to the hours and/ or regulations pertaining to bicycling riding on its boardwalk. To their credit, they want to make sure that everyone who uses this wonderful resource can do so enjoyably and safely. I am an avid boardwalk biker and I feel that nothing clears the head and calms the spirit more than a nice ride on the boardwalk. That being said, doing the same on a July 4th weekend is like running with the bulls. Sure, I could avoid those peak times but where's the fun in that? It is a morbid curiosity to see just how bad it could be and of course, the challenge to be a part of it all. First of all, you have the Lycra clad Tour d'whatever bikers who are trying to go as fast as a human powered vehicle can take them. If they want to do that, go on the street. Oh, that might be too dangerous.

It’s safer to hit a soft pliable human body than a Chevy Silverado. Then there are the cyclists who are towing a carrier behind them containing either their children or family pet. I can tell you that neither seems to be having a great time.

Add to the mix, tourists who are renting bikes and seem to not have any clue to boardwalk etiquette and ride with their head looking everywhere except where they are going. Also, there is the occasional trike and recumbent biker who by the way, think they are way cooler than us common folk on our traditional bicycles. Now toss in a couple skateboarders and you have a pretty good picture of the wheeled participants. Enter the pedestrians; sauntering along, four abreast with nowhere in particular to go and all day to get there. They are practically offering themselves up for sacrifice. And why would a group of

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Years ago, I was on the uncrowded boardwalk pushing a stroller speaking with my friend who was on my left. Following boardwalk etiquette, I stayed as far to right as practical, careful to give people sitting on the benches a comfortable berth. We were startled by a biker yelling at us something about taking up the whole boardwalk and being a hazard. While he was focusing on us, he promptly road up on a jogger and hit him where the good lord split him resulting in a spectacular crash. I caught up to the mass of arms, legs, wheels and peddles and called into the pile, "Who’s the hazard, now?" My friend said that my bulging neck tendons and veins were a nice touch.

With no one seriously injured, the biker got up adjusted his helmet and handle bars and road off.

Apparently, runners do not see the need to wear a helmet on the boardwalk yet. What is a city to do? The challenge is not how to regulate but how to enforce and penalize violators of those regulations which would include pedestrians, without giving Ventnor the reputation of being an unfriendly boardwalk community. Perhaps it could start with a courteous education campaign administered by "Boardwalk Ambassadors" at the beginning of the season and culminating in ticketed violations for habitual offenders is a consideration. If this proves ineffectual, I find that the timely insertion of a stick through the front wheel tends to attract the cyclist's attention. That being said, let us all try and be cognizant of our surroundings and even for just the few precious months of the summer, share in the pleasure of biking and walking on the Ventnor boardwalk.

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From arrival to departure, the dash was the most intensive part of my sentence. It was where I learned to truly value time. And though that dash was given to me because of my recklessness, God still used that dash to teach me about His faithfulness. It was in the confines of my aloneness that I experienced God’s companionship. It was in the daily chaos that I felt His peace. And it was in spiritual solitude that I heard His still small voice.

A prison Chaplain, Victor Hudson, once said something so simple, yet so profound, and it permeated into my mind and impacted my daily actions. He said, “Gentlemen, take root where you are planted.” Now I’m not talking about taking on the indoctrination of a prison environment, but rather a spiritual application of utilizing my gifts and talents in spite of the prison walls around me. Take advantage of the dash.

So I studied, I led Bible study, I encouraged people, and I shared my resources.

As a result, I am still being blessed by the dividends of the time spent within the dash of my prison life. Those unique experiences, because they were given to me by God’s plan, have prepared me for what I am doing today.

So maybe the most important question for you to ponder is: What are you doing with your dash? What legacy are you leaving to those around you? And what are you contributing in this life that will set you up for an inheritance in you eternal destination?

Matthew Maher is a former professional athlete and author of the books "U MAY B THE ONLY BIBLE SOMEBODY READS: R U LEGIBLE?" & “Imprisoned by Peace. He is the President of Soldiers for Faith Ministries and the Teaching Pastor at Coastal Christian Ocean City. You can learn more at www.themattmaherstory. com. Follow him on Twitter||Facebook||Instagram @TruthOverTrend]

SUPPORT THE NEW HOME OF AMERICAN LEGION POST 524 Since it was chartered in 1999, Post 524 has been recognized as one of the most and active posts in New Jersey. We have a current combined membership of over 500; with a very active Auxiliary and Sons of the Legion. In keeping with our motto “Serving Veterans”, the following is a list of some of our numerous and ongoing community projects. The R & R committee provides a free condo for soldiers returning from overseas deployment and their waiting families. Each Veteran is recognized with an honor escort upon their arrival and a welcome package provided by local businesses. The “Coffee Express” sends over 200 Care packages to our soldiers overseas each year. We are partners in the Walk for the Wounded and Run for the Fallen and coordinate the Hiring our Heroes Project bringing together potential employers and veterans. Every month we visit the Vineland Veterans Nursing Home to serve food and conduct Bingo Nights. We serve as the liason between our Veterans and the VA Medical System which includes having the VA Mobil Medical Van stationed at our post twice a month.

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ay is National Mental Health Awareness Month. With approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiencing mental illness new ways of prevention are on the horizon. At The Atlantic City Rescue Mission a large portion of our clientele suffer from mental illness.

An estimated 26% of homeless adults staying in shelters live with serious mental illness and an estimated 46% live with severe mental illness and/or substance use disorders.

Have you ever heard the expression “You are what you eat?” What we consume fuels our bodies the option to choose a premium fuel is not always attainable for the disenfranchised. The lack of proper

nutrients and vitamins causes nutritional deficiency. The connection between nutrition and mental illness is often overlooked. Nutrition can play a key role in the severity and length of depression. Sugary drinks such as soda can cause panic attacks in people who have anxiety disorders. Just like your parents always told you “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”! Skipping breakfast is like running your car on fumes. Your body can not function at peak performance if you are not properly fueling up the body you will suffer fatigue and lack of focus putting greater stress on the body. High-Fat, fried, and sugary foods with little nutritional value contribute to increase in depression. It is important as a chef to keep these factors in the forefront of our meal planning. As light is being shed on

the effects of nutrition and our cognitive, behavioral, and emotional functions I try to offer the best balance options in our daily service. And keeping with this initiative we have been able to offer fresh fruits and vegetables straight from one of our two Mission Farms.

Last year over 30,000 lbs of produce were harvested and served right in our on site kitchen and distributed through our Community Food Basket Programs. As we continue to do the best we can to educate ourselves

and our clients about both better affordable nutritional options and provide access to those.

I encourage you to take the time to reevaluate what you have been fueling your engine with and experiment with change towards healthier options for better

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