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Casale Steps Into Head Baseball Coach Spot

April 9, 2016

Free Tree Giveaway To Help Sandy-Impacted Towns

By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – Come and get your seedlings – The township has about 2,000 of them to give away.

The free seedlings will be available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 16, at the Berkeley Township Recreation Center, Route 9 in Bayville.

It’s part of a campaign to help towns who’ve lost trees due to Superstor m Sandy: the state

Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Tree Recovery Campaign.

Mayor Carmen Amato said the high winds and storm surge of Sandy meant trees were lost all over town, whether in forest lands, in landscape buffers or on residents’ property. Power was out for a significant portion of time as crews worked to cleared felled (Towns - See Page 18)

TOURISM NUMBERS SHOW PEAK YEAR –Photo courtesy of Central Regional High School Central Regional High School baseball coach Mike Casale (center) poses with the Golden Eagles’ captains. From left to right are Matt Aires, Joe Bassett, Ryan Paul and Connor Keehn.

By Chris Christopher It’s easy to see why Mike Casale is in his first season as the head varsity baseball coach at Central Regional High School.

“I love the game of baseball so I don’t mind putting in that hard work,” the former Toms River

North and Monmouth University player said. “I have played the game since the age of five (he’s 29). I have had the opportunity to play Little League, high school and college ball. Coaching gives me the opportunity to teach the kids the things I learned later in

life in the hope of making them the best baseball players they can be.”

Casale’s dad, Vince, was the head football coach at Pinelands Regional and Central and served as the latter school’s athletics director. Casale coached football (Coach - See Page 4)

BlueClaws Start Season Away

LAKEWOOD – The BlueClaws opened the season on April 7 in Lexington, Kentucky against the Legends (Royals). Opening Day at FirstEnergy Park, presented by Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, is April 14 at 6:35 p.m. against the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Marlins).

The roster includes 2015 Phillies first-round pick Cornelius Randolph and fellow top prospect Franklyn Kilome, both ranked among the top ten prospects in the system per Baseball America.

Randolph, an outfielder, is ranked

sixth in the system per Baseball America, while Kilome, a pitcher, is ranked seventh. Additionally, among the BA top 30, pitcher Alberto Tirado (18th) and catcher Deivi Grullon (20th) open the season with Lakewood.

Randolph, from Williamson, Georgia, was the 10th overall pick in last year’s draft. He will become the seventh Phillies first-round pick to play for the BlueClaws and the second-highest drafted player, behind only Gavin Floyd (a 2002 BlueClaw who was the fourth

overall pick in the 2001 draft).

Randolph hit .302 in his pro debut last year over 53 games with the Gulf Coast League Phillies.

Joining Randolph in the outfield are Zach Coppola, who stole 19 bases with Williamsport last year after being drafted in the 13th round from South Dakota State, Jose Pujols, Damek Tomscha, who hit .282 with nine home runs as a BlueClaw last year, and Jiandido Tromp, who hit nine home runs, all in the second half, as the (BlueClaws - See Page 18)

–Photo by Jean L. Coccaro Concertgoers for the 2015 Gentlemen of the Road Stopover packed the Seaside Heights beach into the night, for a two-day concert that featured headliner Mumford & Sons. The economic impact of an estimated 25,000 festival attendees trickled into the mainland, such as using Toms River parking lots for shuttle service.

By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – County officials looked back to 2015 to predict an even stronger tourist season ahead.

Saying tourism is the county’s number one industry, freeholders reported recently tourism counted for $4.6 billion of the local economy last year. That’s up from $4.3 billion in 2014.

Those dollars are driven by attractions such as the oceanfront beaches, boardwalks and their attractions for day trip-

pers and vacationers, but also in the Pinelands with Six Flags Great Adventure and the growing agri-tourism economy.

“There is no question that tourism is the number one industry in Ocean County,” said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari in a prepared statement. “These numbers prove that tourism is not only strong, but is growing.”

Vicari’s comments followed a report from the state Division of Travel and Tourism on the (Tourism - See Page 5)

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under his father at Central.

“Throughout his life, he worked with me in all of my sports,” Casale said. “I coached under him for a couple of years and it was a cool experience to work together. He was a hard working guy throughout his life as a coach and athletics director. He was always there for his kids and his coaches. I want to model my work ethic off his work ethic.

“He generally said, ‘You have to work hard. If you work hard for your players, your players will always play hard. Be prepared. You have to study your opponent.’”

Casale coached the Golden Eagles’ freshman team for the last five seasons.

“We probably had four or five winning teams,” he said. “We run our practices similarly, but you have to help run the other programs like the junior varsity and freshman teams. We also do fund raising.

The best part about coaching is getting on the field and practicing. We have to do some other things off the field that are work, but they are worth it.”

Casale takes over for ex-Toms River East and Ocean County College player John Scran, who replaced Vince Casale as Central’s athletics director. Central comes off a 9-13 season.

“I would like to thank the board of education and the administration for giving me the opportunity to coach,” Mike Casale said. “I felt I was ready to take the next step and compete at the varsity level.”

Casale played on the Toms River East American team which lost to Phoenix City, Ala., 3-2, in the United States Championship game of the Little League World Series.

“We had the opportunity to play on television and to play at a high level,” Casale said. “It’s definitely something I will never forget. It was fun to experience the winning environment.”

Casale was a two-year varsity letterman at North under then-coach Ted Schelmay.

He batted .321 with 31 runs batted in and 45 runs scored in two seasons, helping the Mariners to a 42-14 record and consecutive Shore Conference championships. He competed in the Monmouth County-Ocean County All-Star Game as a senior.

“Coach Schelmay expected us to work hard, play our hardest and win baseball games,” Casale said.

As a Monmouth senior, Casale hit .239, appearing in 40 games while earning 29 starts at third base. He stroked 26 hits, scored 21 runs, drove in 16 and hit two doubles and two homers. He appeared in 16 games and started 11 as a junior, batting .244 with 10 hits, including two doubles and two triples, and scored seven runs prior to suffering a season-ending shoulder injury.

During his sophomore season, Casale appeared in 60 games and started in 59.

He hit .265 and finished with 49 hits, including seven doubles and four homers, scored 20 runs and plated 28. He hit safely in six straight games.

He appeared in 26 games as a freshman, making 13 starts in the infield and batting .291. Among his 16 hits were three doubles and one triple.

The Golden Eagles return six players from last year’s team. They are senior first baseman-pitcher Ryan Paul, senior second baseman-pitcher Joe Bassett, senior center fielder Matt Aires (the son of former Central football, wrestling and baseball star Al Aires), outfielder Harry Eaton, junior pitcher-outfielder Jared Morris and sophomore catcher Tom Ruscitti.

Paul, a lefty, pitched to a 4.70 earned run average through 25 innings. Bassett posted a 2.59 ERA through 24 frames. Aires hit .381 and sped to eight stolen bases.

Eaton notched a .444 on-base percentage.

Morris, a righty, finished with a 2.09 ERA through seven innings.

Casale also hopes for productive seasons from senior infielder Chris Kowalski, senior catcher-pitcher Jordan Snyder, senior outfielder Terrance Walker, junior infielders Mike Bickford, Mike Eak and Mitch Greiner, junior infielder-pitcher Ryan Greene, junior outfielders Zach Greiner and Jack Sudia, junior pitcher Eric Rice, junior pitcher-first baseman Connor Keehn and sophomore infielder Colin Stacy.

The team’s captains, chosen by the coaching staff, are Paul, Bassett, Aires and Keehn. Casale’s assistant coaches are Matt Kiefer (varsity), Kyle Herron (junior varsity) and Bruce Hummer (freshmen).

“I think we are going to be aggressive on offense,” said Casale, a social studies teacher at Central and a secondary education-history major at Monmouth. “We will be defensively sound. We started out a little slow, but we’re getting better each day. The boys are working hard. That is all we ask of them. They have done it and will continue to do it.”

Ocean County Coalition Warns Of Marijuana Dangers

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OCEAN COU NTY – W hile many believe that marijuana is safe and not addictive, about one in six teens who use marijuana to get high become addicted, according to the Ocean County DART Prevention Coalition.

In addition, Ocean County high school students expressed they are more likely to get into a car with someone under the inf luence of marijuana than under

the inf luence of alcohol. Driving under the inf luence of marijuana can lead to disorientation, altered perception of time and distance, drowsiness, and delayed reaction time.

The DART Prevention Coalition is working with schools across Ocean County to educate students on the dangers of driving under the inf luence of marijuana.

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who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Business Development Continued From Page 1 and Tourism. “We fully expect to see this statewide tourism figures from 2015, that number grow with each passing season.” said “good summer weather and the fadHe predicted the figure could grow to $5 ing memory of Sandy helped” the year’s billion in the coming years. numbers grow.

Both the state report and county officials Statewide, tourism demand grew 3.3 said 2015 was a peak year. The previous percent in 2015, reaching $43.4 billion. peak year was 2012, before Superstorm The state uses figures such as its receipt of Sandy devastated the area. The growth, taxes on hotel beds, as well as the collection both said, is due in part to rebuilding efforts, of tolls, employment reports, sales tax and as attractions in many areas are now open more, to gauge its findings for the annual for subsequent seasons after closure or report. reconstruction from Sandy in the summer of 2013. However in some areas, such as Seaside Heights, a number of attractions are still absent, while the Surflight Theater on Long Beach Island recently declared bankruptcy.

Still, most beaches are open with boardwalks rebuilt, and that plus the season’s lower gas prices and strong weather helped bring more visitors to Ocean County, spending more and staying longer than the previous season.

“For more than 100 years tourists have been coming to Ocean County. People around the state and in New York and Philadelphia know the good things we have to offer,” said Freeholder Jack Kelly, who is also director of Law and Public Safety. “Our Tourism Department has done a great job reaching out to other parts of the country –Photo from Berkeley Times archives and to Canada in an effort to attract new The miles of beaches remained the biggest draw for tourists to Ocean County, support- visitors.” ing a wide variety of jobs and businesses. 2015 was a peak year since Sandy’s devasThe complete state report can be found at tation, officials said, pointing out the lure of such places as Long Beach Island, above. state.nj.us/state/pdf/2015-nj-economic-impact. pdf.

Tourism:

In 2015, Ocean County tourism generated $451.4 million in state and local tax revenue, and more than 37,000 tourism-related jobs were created here.

That means Ocean County now accounts for more than 10 percent of all tourism dollars generated in the state, making it the third top county for tourism, behind Cape May and Atlantic counties. Monmouth County’s tourism economy is half of Ocean’s, at $2.4 billion, according to the state report.

“We’ve seen a five percent increase in tourism dollars in only one year,” said Vicari,

United Way Of Ocean County Spring Food Drive

OCEAN COUNTY – The United Way of Ocean County will have a spring food drive throughout April.

Residents and local businesses can suppor t the food d r ive by donating non-perishable food items and dropping them off several locations: The United Way of Ocean County office located at 650 Washington Street in Toms River.

Br ick Tow n sh ip Tow n H a l l , 4 01 Chambers Bridge Road.

Ocean County College, Grunin Center for the Arts, College Drive, Toms River.

Donations are accepted any time before May 1. The United Way of Ocean County office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All donations received will be help people i n Ocea n Cou nt y. T he food donat ions w ill go to pa nt r ies such as Ocean County Hunger Relief, St. Francis Community Center in LBI and Emergency and Community Services of Catholic Charities in Lakewood.

In addition to donating non-perishable food items, f inancial donations and gift cards to grocery stores are also accepted and needed.

For more i n for mat ion or to v iew add it ional d rop of f locat ions, visit uwocnj.org.

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Opinion

Featured Letter All Deserve Access To Healthy Food

According to a recent repor t by The Food Tr u s t , t h e He a lt hy Corner Store Initiative has helped to improve healthy food access in lower-income communities throughout New Jersey. The Food Tr ust, the New Jersey Par t nership for Healthy Kids and the American Heart Association convened a statewide task force to examine and address the needs of communities which lack access to nutritious foods.

For many New Jerseyans, access to healthy, fresh foods is simply not an option. Without ready access to a supermarket, many residents shop at corner stores w h i c h of t e n s t o c k low-nut r it ive food s high in sugar and fat.

A poor diet, including t hose h ig h i n sat urated fats, trans fat, sodium, sweets and sugar-sweetened bev-

erages, can increase risk for heart disease and stroke according to the American Heart Association.

T he New Jersey Healthy Corner Store Initiative, along with support from legislation called the Healthy Food Retailer Act (A1877, S-1129), could make a positive health and economic impact in the Garden State.

Not only do these initiatives improve access to healthy foods but they also help generate tax revenue and create jobs.

Don’t all New Jerseyans deserve access to healthy, fresh food?

You can help improve the health and quality of life for New Jersey residents by encouraging your legislator to support these important bills.

Carol Gill, MD President, NJ American Heart Association

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Company Needs To Patrol For Dead Street Lights I appreciate the interest and focus of the letter from Bob Martino (The Times, March 5, 2016, “Get What You Pay For”) regarding the cost to taxpayers for street lights in Berkeley Township and the steps to take in reporting a non-functional one.

There are at least 12 non-working street lights along Route 9, North and South, from Berkeley Plaza (Shop-Rite) and Rite-Aid to Wells Mills Road in Waretown. I drive this route every Saturday evening to and from Albert Hall in Waretown. Although most of the non-working lights I see are in Lacey and Ocean Townships, it benefits the safety of all residents of Ocean County if there were a more efficient method in place to deal with non-lit street lamps than that suggested by Bob Martino.

Unless one lives in a residential neighborhood, it is difficult to identify one along the highway. During daylight hours it is impossible to determine a non-working light. During daylight hours and after sundown, it is dangerous to stop along the shoulder of the road to read a pole number.

I suggest that a JCP&L company worker or a county/state road maintenance worker periodically patrol Route 9 in the county portion of the road after sundown to identify a faulty light. A suitable vehicle with blinking emergency

Letters To The Editor lights is safer on the shoulder of the highway that that of an ordinary citizen in his personal vehicle.

Of course, if one can safely identify a non-working light in Berkeley Township then follow Bob Martin’s instructions given in his letter.

He suggests that you call JCP&L at 888-544-4877 with the location and pole number.

Camille Fanning Pine Beach

Re: “Origin of Morals”

In response to the recent letter, “Origin of Morals.”

Those who claim the Bible as the source of morality, have obviously never read it from beginning to end.

No one in their right mind would consider the people of biblical times as role models for morality.

Nur t ure a child f rom birth with love, respect and care, and you’ll likely create a well adjusted member of society, who will treat others with the same respect and care. It is only common sense to strive at creating a better world to live in. Isn’t that what morality is all about? Making the world a better place for us and all those who come after us.

Reason, logic and critical thinking is the origin of morality.

Ludy Morris Jackson

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charismatic Pied Piper, no matter what they say?

We have had almost eight years of this type of leadership. Have Americans been so du mbed dow n that they will believe any political con artist? I can understand the anger and frustration with politics, but the voters themselves helped create this mess!

Yo u h a ve p e o pl e w h o vote only for what’s-in it-for-me; and those who a re loyal on ly to t hei r pa r t y, no mat ter what.

What about being loyal to what’s right and good for the whole country!

We have one popular ca nd id at e who je opa rdized the security of the nation, then lied about it; another is a socialist that wants to give ever yone free everything–but the problem with socialism is you quick ly r u n out of other people’s money.

Then you have the magician that is going to fix whatever ails America, but no specif ic plan on how he is going to pull the rabbit out of the hat.

And the list goes on.

We all want a strong, loy a l , s el f- s a c r i f ic i n g leader. But we as Americans need to look in the mir ror. You cannot lift others to a level higher than the one on which you st and, and actions speak louder than words.

Having inf luence is not about elevating yourself, but about lifting others.

The sad part is our children are going to inherit this mess. My advice is, don’t check your brain at the voting booth.

Charles Henke Brick

Address Gender Wage Gap AARP supports a bill (S9 9 2) a w a i t i n g G ov.

Chris Christie’s signature that would tremendously help women facing employment discrimination in pay and benefits. This bi- pa r t is a n leg islat ion should be made law to address continuing and persistent gender-based wage discrimination.

In 2014, female f ulltime workers made only 79 cents for every dollar earned by men, a gender wage gap of 21 percent.

The gender gap is worse for minority women. In 2012 the median an nual earnings of Hispanic women were $28,424, just 54 percent of the median annual earnings of white men.

Unless we act now, most women currently working will be long retired before equal pay for men and women is a common practice. According to projections from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, we’ll have to wait until 2058 – 42 years from now – before the gap in paychecks between men and women employed in the same occupations is expected to close.

Women’s earnings are ever more impor tant to their families. More than 40 percent of children under 18 live in households where the mother is the sole breadwinner.

Gov. Christie: Do the r ig ht t h i ng for women and their families. Please sign S992.

Brian McGuire Princeton

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary FromYour Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Free Document Shredding Program Begins In April

OCEA N COU NT Y – Ocean County residents can take advantage of securely disposing personal papers and documents through the county’s free Residential Document Shredding program beginning in April.

“In 2015, a total of 94 tons or 188,000 pounds of documents were collected and shredded during our collection dates,” said Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management The program will be held in 18 different locations throughout Ocean County with the first date and location being 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 2 at the Southern Ocean County Recycling Center, 379 Haywood Road,

Stafford Township.

“Ocean County is a large county and we make every effort to make this program easily accessible to all our citizens,” Little said. “With so much focus on identity theft this program helps to keep personal and important information out of the hands of people who may use it for the wrong reasons.”

“This program was first started in 2008 and has grown in popularity with our residents,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, who also serves as director of Law and Public Safety. “This Board of Freeholders is pleased to provide this service which, in addition to the environmental benefit, is an extra layer of

security for our citizens.”

The work is being performed by Autoshred of Toms River.

Residents are not required to register for this free program and can bring six boxes or bags each day. The program is for all paper documents and paper forms.

Paperclips and staples do not have to be removed.

Little noted the shredding unit features an automatic feeding and dumping system, which eliminates the need for human contact with a resident’s documents. Events will run their complete scheduled time or until the truck is full.

The truck capacity is 8,000 pounds.

The following is a list of dates, times and locations

for the Residential Document Shredding Program: April 2, Southern Recycling Center, 379 Haywood Road, Stafford Township, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

April 23, Manchester Township Public Works Yard, 1360 Route 70, Manchester Township, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

May 4, Little Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 319 West Calabreeze Way, Little Egg Harbor Township, 9 to 11 a.m.

May 14, Plumsted Township, Lakeview Drive just south of Oakford Lake Park, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

June 4, Ocean Township Municipal Complex, 50 Railroad Avenue, Waretown, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

June 18, Lavallette Fire-

house, 124 Washington Ave., 9 to 11 a.m.

June 25, Berkeley Township Recycling Center, 630 Pinewald Keswick Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

July 9, Tuckerton Recycling Center, 445 South Green St., 9 to 11 a.m.

July 15, Lakewood Public Works Yard, 1 America Ave., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

July 30, Lacey Township Recycling Center, 820 Municipal Lane, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

August 5, Toms River Township, Riverwood Park, 250 Riverwood Drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

August 20, Lakehurst Public Works Yard, 800 Myrtle St., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

August 27, Brick Township Public Works Yard, 836

Ridge Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

September 10, Beachwood Municipal Complex, 1600 Pinewald Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

September 17, Seaside Heights Recycling Center, Bay Boulevard and Sherman Avenue, 9 to 11 a.m.

September 24, Beach Haven Municipal Parking Lot, Taylor Avenue, 9 to 11 a.m.

October 15, Point Pleasant Beach Public Works Yard, 301 Cooks Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

October 22, Jackson Township Municipal Building Lot, 95 West Veterans Highway, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information on the program, contact the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management at 732-506-5047.

Ocean County Freeholders Unveil 2016 Budget OCEA N COU N T Y – Ocean County Freeholders unveiled the proposed 2016 county budget, which provides increased funding for educational programs and assures money is available for the core county services provided to residents.

The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders formally introduced the $399.9 million spending package during the board’s March 16 public meeting.

A public hearing on the budget and its anticipated adoption was scheduled for April 6.

Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr., who is liaison to the Ocean County Finance Department, noted the county tax rate, under the spending plan, increases by 3/10ths of one cent bringing the county tax rate to 35.3 cents per $100 of equalized property value.

“For a homeowner owning a house valued at $300,000, the county property tax rate will go up about $9 in 2016,” Bartlett said.

Bartlett noted the budget includes $500,000 from surplus that will be appropriated to Ocean County

College and the Ocean County Vocational Technical Schools increasing the 2016 appropriations to $14.9 million and $17.9 million respectively.

“The invest ments we make are investments in people,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly. “We invest in what is right for Ocean County. Combined we are investing $33 million for education at Ocean County College and our vo-tech schools.”

“And, we don’t let the needy and vulnerable go without,” said Kelly as he noted the county is appropriating about $23 million for social services and $4.4 million for patients in state mental health institutions.

“This budget is fiscally conservative, yet it meets the needs of the people of Ocean County.”

Freeholder Virginia E. “Ginny” Haines said the additional money appropriated for education helps many of the county residents in their goal to get a quality education at a reasonable cost.

“These are premiere facilities that students and residents can access, just

as Ocean County is the premiere county in the state of New Jersey,” she said.

Bartlett said the proposed budget includes a surplus of $43.5 million, of which $16.5 million will be used in the budget.

“In order to maintain ou r A A A bond rat i ng, it’s imperative we keep a surplus balance that is equal to about 10 percent of the budget,” Bartlett said. “Having the highest bond rating possible helps us tremendously when we need to bond for capital projects.

“In addition a strong surplus balance is necessary in times of natural disasters and emergencies as we all saw after Superstorm Sandy,” Bartlett said. “Our surplus, in part, allowed us to do the debris removal in many towns that simply could not have done it on their own.”

Bartlett noted Superstorm Sandy continues to have an effect on the county’s budget.

The county no longer is receiving federal emergency assistance funds that were provided for three years following the storm.

However, Bartlett noted that an increase in the county’s ratable base will offset the loss of the federal funds, which totaled about $7 million in 2015.

“While we have seen an increase in the county’s ratable base, mostly from new construction, the tax base still remains far below – about 14 percent – the highs of 2009,” he said.

“We haven’t caught up yet, but we are seeing a gradual increase.”

Bartlett said the budget includes f unds for new positions in the Sheriff’s

Depar tment and Prosecutor’s Office needed to implement the state mandated bail reform procedure that calls for a bail hearing within 48 hours of an arrest.

“We will need the personnel to staff the courthouse in order to meet the state mandate, which will include administering the hearings on weekends.

Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari said the proposed budget provides continued essential services to county residents and holds no surprises for taxpayers.

“Under this budget our roads will be maintained, our seniors will be afforded nutritious meals, residents will be assisted during emergencies, our courts will be secure, our emergency response volunteers will be well trained and residents and visitors can enjoy our parks,” Vicari said. “This budget is the work of this board and the county staff, a group of professionals that are also fiscally responsible and provide the best services and programs possible.”

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By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – The Sounds of Summer Concert series, where live bands play on the band shell, will range from original big name oldies groups to popular cover bands this year.

The Sounds of the Summer are community events, too, where many local organizations have tables out and sell food, t-shirts or just share information about their club.

Now, the lineup of dates and who is performing at them is available, so mark your calendars.

The kick-off event is 6 p.m. June 29, with the Shadows of the ‘60s, a Motown Tribute Band. Fireworks are after the show.

July 13 at 6 p.m. is Gerard Esposito, singing songs from Vegas to Broadway. Headlining that concert is The Fabulous Duprees.

July 27 at 6 p.m. is Rock N’ Rhythm ‑ a fivepart vocal group featuring both traditional Doo-Wop and contemporary styles. They will be followed by AM Gold, a premiere party band playing hits from 1975 to 1985.

August 3 at 5 p.m., will be the Fifth “Annual Night out Against Crime.”

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OCEAN GATE – The Borough of Ocean Gate is in the process of upgrading the water meter infrastructure in town. The Borough has contracted Saks Metering to complete this task.

Recently, the West Barnegat, West Arverne and Red Bank avenues water main replacement project is now in the next stage. The new mains have been installed, flushed and tested. This process of connecting service laterals should take approximately two weeks.

Once you are connected, run your water for about 10 minutes, officials said.

All Borough of Ocean Gate residents

were required to have their water meters upgraded. No meter will be touched unless an appointment is made with Saks Metering.

All residents who are renting should contact their landlords to make them aware of this situation.

Any questions or concerns about location of your water meter, ongoing construction at your home or if you are raising your house can be directed to the Saks Metering technicians: call 877-583-7257 or emailing upgrade@saksmetering.com.

Ocean Gate Public Works can be reached at 732-269-3233 during the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Senior Citizen Exercise Class

BEACHWOOD – “Health Ease/ Move Today” is a one hour non-aerobic exercise class for seniors designed to improve flexibility, balance and stamina. Participants assess their health, physical well-being and intent to make behavior changes before and upon completion of the program. The exercises and guidelines

are based on current nationally recognized standards and science.

These classes are conducted at the Beachwood Community Center, 147 Compass Ave., on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

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Library To Hold Preserving Memories Fundraiser

BERKELEY – Do you have home film or photographs that are decaying with time?

Save those memories forever by transferring them onto DVDs and help out the local library through this fundraiser.

Digital Memory Media is a leader in the preservation of library historical collections and is partnering with the Berkeley branch of the Ocean County Library to offer patrons a vehicle to preserve their valuable memories.

DMM has experienced technicians and the latest digital conversion equipment to provide quality digital output for VHS tapes, 8mm and 16mm film reels, slides, photos and photo albums and documents.

Bring your VHS tapes, 35mm slides and photos to the Berkeley branch of the Ocean

County Library, 30 Station Road, Bayville, on April 9 from 10 a.m. to noon and meet the professional technicians from DMM who will conduct a session explaining their process.

DMM will provide order forms, bags for the media and media memory receipts. Your finished products will be returned to the library in three or four weeks. No money will be collected for the services until the completed conversion is delivered to the patron.

Some examples of prices are VHS tapes $15.50; photos $0.40 per picture; slides $0.45 each. A $6 DVD fee applies.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library and 20 percent of the collected proceeds will be donated to them.

CPR & AED Certification Class BAYVILLE – The Bayville First Aid Squad will hold an American Heart Association CPR/AED class on April 16 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Bayville First Aid Building, 660 Route 9. Registration required.

Cost is $50. Students will receive certification that is valid for two years. Course will cover CPR and AED for infants, children and adults as well as choking and rescue breathing.

Students, after successfully completing the written and practical test, will receive their CPR/AED card within three weeks.

Individuals who want to take this course will have to preregister no later than April 10 by emailing bayvillefirstaidsquad@outlook.com. In the email, provide your name, address, phone number and email address.

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Holiday City South Women’s Club To Host Trips BERKELEY – Tickets are sold Friday mornings in the auditorium. Keep checking the clubhouse bulletin board for upcoming trips and events. For information, please call Alice Patrizio at 732-286-2751.

April 13: The famous Broadway show “The King and I.” Cost: $163 per person. Trip includes: bus trip, show and dinner at Piero’s in Union Beach.

May 30 to June 3: Woodloch Pines, as a

trip. Cost: $665 per person. Trip includes five days/four nights, motorcoach dropoff and pickup, baggage handling, 11 meals, planned activities, entertainment nightly, a Broadway-style theme show, indoor/outdoor pools, Jacuzzi and sports complex and much more.

To make this trip more affordable, weekly or monthly payments are being accepted, save the date for this fun-filled terrific getaway.

Health & Beauty Night BAYVILLE – The Bayville Boy Scout Troop 83 is hosting a Health and Beauty Night Vendor Show on April 29 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Berkeley Township Recreation Center, 630 Route 9.

Vendors such as Tastefully Simple, Perfectly Posh, Jewelry in Candles, Younique, The Pampered Chef, Aovn, Miche, Scentsy, Origami Owl, It Works!, Thirty-One, Mary Kay, Jamberry, LuLaRoe and more will be at the event.

CRHS Alumni Association Meeting Schedule

BAYVILLE – The Central Regional High School Alumni Association will meet once a month on the following dates in the C.R.H.S. Senior Cafeteria (Door #36)

at 7 p.m.: April 18, May 16 and June 13.

Any CRHS alumni are welcome to attend and participate. Meetings are one hour per month.

School District Budget Hearing BERKELEY – The Central Regional School Board has scheduled its budget hearing for the 2016-17 school year.

The board will meet at 7 p.m. on April 28 in

the board meeting room to conduct its hearing. The public is invited to make comments at this time.

For more information, visit centralreg.k12.nj.us.

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Berkeley Hoping For $19K Grant To Fund Patrols

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At its last council meeting, Mayor Carmen Amato asked the township to apply for a grant, for $19,300, as part of the Drunk Driving Enforcement fund.

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Brunch at McLoone’s Pier House Restaurant on May 15. Tickets go on sale February 18. $68.50 per person includes bus, brunch, tips/ taxes and free time in Pier Village.

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The council unanimously approved the grant submission.

Under a state statute, police departments are entitled to $95 of the $100 surcharge resulting from a drunk driving conviction in their community.

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BEACHWOOD – The Beachwood Fire Department’s Auxiliary Unit is hosting a Jersey Shore Paint Party Fundraiser event on April 29 at 7 p.m. Light beverages and snacks will be served, BYOB. Door prizes available.

Tickets are $35. Reserve now as there is limited seating.

Contact Debbie at 732-678-7507 or Patty at 732-930-4139 for tickets.

Flea Market At Holiday City Carefree BERKELEY – Holiday City Carefree is holding a Flea Market on May 7 at 98 Bananier Drive. The market will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Holiday City Carefree kitchen will also be open, so you can buy food to enjoy as you shop. Breakfast items will be available.

For more information, call 732-341-4233.

Church To Hold Spring Rummage Sale

TOMS RIVER – The Women of Christ Episcopal Church, located at 415 Washington St., will hold their annual Spring Rummage Sale on May 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on May 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. May 13 will be a bag sale.

There will be good used clothing, toys, small appliances, household linens, books, knickknacks and more.

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Zumba-Thon To Raise Suicide Awareness

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – A major fundraiser is planned for April 16, a “Zumba-Thon” from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hemingway’s Café in Seaside Heights. The entry fee is $25 for those 13 and older and $15 for those ages 5 to 12. Brunch is a la carte. Spectators are welcome for a minimum donation of $10.

Proceeds will benefit suicide awareness programs in the area and the foundation’s scholarship fund.

Melissa Byrne-Mattia, fondly known as “Missy B” to all who knew her, was very involved with the local communities of Brick Township and Toms River. In addition to her full time job as a Youth Development Counselor at Veterans Memorial Middle School, she was the owner and operator of Mattia Fitness in Toms River, which later moved to Brick Township. She was very passionate about teaching dance fitness to both children and adults. Melissa was very involved with the youth of Brick Township

through the Brick Police Athletic League, who honored her in 2013 by naming her the Brick P.A.L. Volunteer of the Year.

Moving for Missy B, Inc is a non-profit corporation formed in Melissa’s memory with the purpose of raising money to promote suicide awareness, prevention and education. This organization will be making contributions to national organizations that educate and counsel people dealing with suicide. Because of Melissa’s love of helping children and her love for dancing, they are also going to fund a scholarship to be awarded to a deserving Ocean County high school senior who is continuing his/her education in the Performing Arts field.

The best way to accomplish this goal and remember her is by raising these contributions through a “Zumba-thon” because dancing was her passion and her life’s love.

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Night Of The Stars At Jakes Branch

BEACHWOOD – Spend the night under the stars and up on the five-story observation tower overlooking the Pinelands with A.S.T.R.A. (Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area).

If you’re a budding astronomer or a stargazer, this night is for you. Volunteer members of the club will be on-site to share their out-of-this world knowledge and answer your questions about the great unknown.

They will have telescopes to use, but if you

have your own telescope, feel free to bring it along. The club members will be happy to give you pointers on how to find the planets and locate constellations. No registration required.

The free event is held at the Nature Center, Jakes Branch County Park. Events are 8 to 10 p.m. on April 16; and 9 to 11 p.m. on May 14 and June 11.

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NARFE Monthly Meeting Information

LAKEHURST – The next regular monthly meeting of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees is April 18 at 1 p.m.

The meeting will be held at the Manchester Town Hall, Civic Center, 1 Colonial Drive in the basement.

A speaker from Healing Hands Wellness Center in Manahawkin will attend the meeting.

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The deadline for changing political party affiliations is April 13. The deadline to register to vote in the June 7 primary election is May 17.

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BERKELEY – The school board recently honored several students who won local contests.

In the Veterans of Foreign Wars Patriot’s Pen essay contest, Jenna Cameron took second place

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In the Seatbelt Poster Contest, winners were first place Shane Conley, second place Shannon Brown and third place Mai Drysdale.

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Micromedia Newspapers Expand Distribution And Online Offerings

LAKEHURST – For over two decades, Micromedia Publications, Inc. has provided local communities in New Jersey with high quality weekly newspapers. The company is pleased to announce a distribution expansion and a number of new web initiatives.

All seven of Micromedia’s newspapers are now available in Wawa stores in their respective communities. The papers are: The Toms River Times, The Manchester Times, The Berkeley Times, The Brick Times, The Jackson Times, The Southern Ocean Times and The Howell Times.

The free papers are located inside the front vestibule and feature a plethora of interesting content from local community news to town and countywide events. Look for the newest edition each and every Saturday.

In addition to Wawa locations, Micromedia’s newspapers can be picked up at supermarkets, in high-traffic shopping centers, medical offices, libraries, small businesses, municipal buildings and some papers have home delivery routes. The company is always adding new distribution sites.

Over the last year, Micromedia has expanded their web offerings with the introduction of

social media profiles including Facebook, Google+, Twitter and Instagram. The website, micromediapubs.com, is chock-full of news content, social media links, community events and advertising opportunities. You can now read all seven newspapers on your desktop, smartphone and tablet.

“As we mark 21 years in business, we are very excited about our distribution expansion and web initiatives,” said Jason Allentoff, general manager and editor-in-chief. “Being in Wawa stores has helped us grow by leaps and bounds – not only with our readers but with our advertisers who make it possible to keep our papers free.”

The Micromedia newspapers have not only been vital sources of information, but have proven to be an indispensable means of dialogue through Editorial and Letters To The Editor features. The company plans to continue the expansion, both in print and on the web.

For more information on becoming a distribution location, call 732-657-7344 extension 611 and speak with Laura Hoban, distribution manager.

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Troop 83 To Host Spaghetti Dinner BAYVILLE – Join the Boy Scouts of Troop 83 on April 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Bayville Elks Lodge 2394, located at 247 Route 9 for a Spaghetti Dinner.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $6 for kids age 3 to 10 and free for children under 3. Tickets may be purchased in advance from any scout or they are available for purchase at the door.

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BlueClaws Unveil Walk-Off Wednesday Promotion LAKEWOOD – BlueClaws Wednesday night games are going to be extra special this year.

Every fan in the ballpark can “walk off a winner” as part of TD Bank’s Walk-Off Wednesday, presented by Appliance Brokers Limited.

This all-new promotion will take place at the five BlueClaws Wednesday night games this year: April 20, June 16, August 17, 24 and 31.

The Walk-Off Wednesday grand prize will be a $10,000 ABL shopping spree should the BlueClaws hit a walk-off home run at any of the aforementioned games. However, there will be plenty of chances to win for all fans throughout the night.

At each of the five Wednesday night home games, one fan will win a grand prize (regardless of whether the BlueClaws win) from one of five partners: Samsung, Whirlpool, Frigidaire/ElectroLux, Bosch and SubZero/ Wolf. Fans can sign up at the ABL table on the concourse behind home plate to register for the free raffle.

On-field actions will provide prize winners as well. Such prizes throughout the year include

a spring training trip in 2017, autographed BlueClaws merchandise, Phillies tickets, concession items and merchandise items.

The BlueClaws will spin a wheel three times throughout the night. The wheel will land on an in-game action: a BlueClaws run, an extra-base hit, batting around in the order or others. If that action happens, a group of fans will win an additional prize.

At all five Walk-Off Wednesday games, the BlueClaws will have Skechers Choose For Shoes, where one fan will walk-off with a new pair of shoes from Skechers. Long Island Iced Tea will also provide a prize pack for select fans at all five Walk-Off Wednesday games.

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BERKELEY – The Berkeley Lady Seniors are going to Woodloch Pines in the Poconos from May 9 to 13. Everything is included for $599 per person double or $551 per person triple. Transportation from Pine Beach. A deposit of $100 will hold your deluxe room.

Food and entertainment all included. For reservations or information, call Ronnie at 732-286-1431.

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Mayor Holds Meeting With SRPN BERKELEY – The Silver Ridge Park North Homeowners Association hosted Mayor Carmen Amato at its recent meeting.

Amato thanked the association for allowing him to hold his first “Town Hall” meeting for 2016 in its event March 24.

Over 120 people were in attendance.

Master Gardeners Program

BEACHWOOD – Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County will present a program called “Spring: Get Your Garden Growing” at the Beachwood branch of the Ocean County Library.

The free event is 7 to 8 p.m. April 11 at the library, 26 Beachwood Blvd.

Master Gardener Kate Copsey will provide expert tips on getting the most out of your spring garden, including which varieties to select, their care and pest control.

For more information, call 732-244-4573 or visit the library website theoceancountylibrary.org.

Singles Club To Host Bronx Zoo Trip

BERKELEY – Holiday City South Single’s Club presents a trip to the Bronx Zoo on May 17.

Cost is $58. Trip includes: bus trip, a tour of the zoo via tram with stops at some exhibits and a shopping trip to Arthur Avenue for shopping

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Come to the club house located at 139 Santiago Drive on Fridays between 9:30 and 11 a.m. to purchase tickets, or call Sheila at 732-286-1557.

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BAYVILLE – The Elks Lodge #2394 will host a dinner and a show comedy night at 7 pm.

April 15, at the lodge, 247 Route 9. Paul Venier will perform. Tickets are $35. For tickets, call 718-942-7368.

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My Hearing Aid Stopped Working Again If your hearing aid is not working, check the following items: 1. Battery ‑ Put a brand new battery in the hearing aid. Be sure the battery is the right size and is inserted correctly. If you have trouble closing the battery door, the battery is in backwards. Don’t save batteries once they have been used, as they tend to get mixed up with the new ones.

2. Battery Door ‑ Be sure the battery door is closed completely (snapped shut) when the hearing aid is being used.

3. Wax ‑ Wax is the most common cause of hearing aid breakdown. Look at the canal end of the hearing aid and see if there is wax in the small portholes. You will need to use a bright light (i.e., flashlight) to see into the sound tube. If the tube is clogged with wax, use the little wire tool provided with the hearing aid or a soft toothbrush and briskly brush the wax out of the hearing aid (hold the hearing aid downwards so the wax will flow toward the floor).

4. Correct Positioning – Be sure that the hearing aid is positioned in the ear correctly and pushed firmly, but not forcefully, down into the ear canal. Looking in the mirror is sometimes helpful to make

sure your hearing aid is not sticking out of your ear.

Sometimes a hearing aid hurts the ear and people try to avoid the problem by pulling the aid out of the ear a little.

Don’t do this. If the aid hurts, you should contact your audiologist and set up an appointment immediately.

Be sure the hearing aid is in the correct ear. Most hearing aids have a red marking for the right ear and blue marking for the left ear.

5. Tubing – If the hearing aid is a behindthe-ear type, check to be sure the tubing is not twisted, cracked or plugged. Hold it up to the light and look for drops of moisture in the tubing. If the tubing does not look normal, contact your audiologist immediately so the tubing can be replaced.

6. Whistling – If the hearing aid whistles, make sure the hearing aid is inserted correctly. Be sure the volume is not turned up too high. Finally, make sure your ears are not clogged with wax.

7. Booklets – Read the instruction booklets that came with your hearing aid. They are very helpful in troubleshooting any problems that you may be having with your hearing instruments.

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-818-3610 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com.

Understanding Prostate Cancer

OCEAN COUNTY - Each year, according to the American Urological Association (AUA), more than 200,000 American men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. It’s the second most common cause of cancer in men after skin cancer, and the second leading cause of death. If detected early, however, there is nearly a 100 percent survival rate.

One of the greatest risk factors for developing prostate cancer is age. In fact, the majority of men diagnosed with prostate cancer are older than 65. African American men also have an increased risk of developing prostate cancer, and men with a family history – a father, brother or son diagnosed with the disease – are also at a greater risk. Research also suggests that obesity and a diet that includes a lot of red meat or high-fat dairy foods may put men at a higher risk for prostate cancer as well.

According to Vance Moss, M.D., urologist on staff at Monmouth Medical Center, some men with early-stage prostate cancer may experience symptoms such as blood in the urine, pain in the pelvis or ribs or erectile problems.

“However, the majority of men with early stage prostate cancer have no symptoms or warning signs. This is why screening is most

often the only way to detect prostate cancer in its earliest stages,” he explained.

Both the AUA and the American Cancer Society recommend annual prostate cancer screenings for men ages 50 to 70, and annual screenings beginning at age 40 for men who are considered high-risk. “Routine screenings for prostate cancer help ensure early detection and make it easier to successfully treat the disease in its earliest stages,” said Dr. Moss.

The PSA blood test measures the level of a protein that often increases in the blood when prostate cancer develops. The digital rectal examination allows the doctor to physically check for lumps or other unusual features on the prostate gland itself. “The combination of both of these tests provides the most comprehensive level of screening and diagnostic accuracy,” said Dr. Moss.

If you’re a man over 40 considered at risk for prostate cancer, or over the age of 50 and have not had a digital rectal examination or PSA blood test within the last year, call your physician to schedule an annual screening.

For more information, please call the Saint Barnabas Health Care Link at 1-888-SBHS123 (888-724-7123).

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The Berkeley Times, April 9, 2016, Page 17

Here’s To Your Health Dear Pharmacist

Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

7 Simple Ways To Detox

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Do you just basically accept that you have a lot of gas, cramps or belly bloating?

Some of you just find yourself analyzing what you ate, or cutting some food out of your diet, naming it as the “offender” even if it’s not. Do you just assume you need a new medication to make yourself feel better?

That’s so crazy, don’t layer a drug on top of your problem! I recommend you do a gentle detox of your system rather than keep doing what you’re doing, eating what you’re eating and then adding all sorts of synthetic chemicals in an effort to improve digestion: Laxatives, antacids, anti-gas pills, lactose pills, diarrhea aids or acid blockers. Some of you take several of these in a single day!

So what is the best way to detox? I’m not asking you to drink nothing but water or soup every day, although you could try that for a few days, it’s termed a “fast” and there are many variations of a fast.

You can be proactive and take action without taking drugs just to eat comfortably. The question is what is the underlying problem for you? You’ll need testing. Is it an infection like SIBO, or H. pylori? Is it low acid or high? Is it a food sensitivity?

Certain symptoms show you that you have too many toxins that keep you on overload. Keep in mind that your brain is your second gut, and since there is a biochemical highway connecting them, signs of toxins in your gut show up in your the brain. So for example, you may have migraines or headaches, word

finding problems, irritability, mood swings and anxiety. But remember it’s in your gut, and in your bloodstream. If it’s backing up there, it’s backing up in your brain too, hence all the head-related problems.

Consider the following choices and have a candid conversation with a holistic-minded practitioner. Don’t just run for more laxatives. This is what I would do to reduce debris in my system: 1. I’d eliminate concentrated dairy (butter, yogurt, cheese).

2. I would begin a greens superfood blend (wheat grass, chlorella, etc) because these bind toxins and metals from your gut, these are sold everywhere. If you have concerns about your thyroid condition, look for “goitrogen-free” blend, otherwise, any green superfood will work.

3. If you have serious brain issues, I would ask the doctor for a prescription binder like cholestyramine or colestipol, these are cholesterol-reducing medications.

4. I would eliminate fast foods, or those containing artificial dyes, corn syrup and MSG. 5. Chia seed oil, Salmon oil or Hemp oil, choose one and take daily.

6. Drink more, especially hot lemon water, and herbal teas like rooibos and tulsi.

7. Take a good probiotic as a dietary supplement. Consider digestive enzymes with every meal. I would take both if it were me.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2016 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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If the aneurysm is found and happens to be less than 5 centimeters, the patient should be followed periodically as an outpatient with ultrasound to check for any significant increase in the size of the aneurysm. If the aneurysm turns out to be greater than 5 centimeters, the patient should consider repair of the aneurysm and discuss treatment options with a Vascular surgeon.

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BlueClaws last year.

The five player infield includes Josh Tobias, a 10th round pick from the University of Florida who hit .321 (third best in the NYPenn League) with 12 stolen bases in Williamsport last year. He’s joined by Grenny Cumana, Brendon Hayden, who hit .291 in Williamsport after being taken in the 16th round from Virginia Tech, Jan Hernandez, and Emmanuel Marrero. Both Cumana and Marrero spent part of last year with the BlueClaws.

The two catchers are Grullon, who spent last year with Lakewood, and Austin Bossart, a 15th round pick last year from the University of Pennsylvania.

The 13-man pitching staff includes Kilome, who baseball America ranks seventh in the system and went 3-2 with a 3.28 ERA with Williamsport last year. Tyler Gilbert, a 6th round pick last year from USC, and Luke Leftwich, a seventh round pick last year from Wofford, join the BlueClaws after pitching last year in Williamsport.

Robert Tasin, a 19th round pick from Oklahoma that led the NY-Penn League with 17 saves last year, will make his BlueClaws

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trees from power lines.

“The NJDEP program is aimed at assisting municipalities repopulate damaged or loss trees as a result of Superstorm Sandy. The Township will receive 2,000 trees seedlings,” Amato said. “We are pleased to be able to participate in this program to help residents replace trees, for free, that were lost during Superstorm Sandy.”

Berkeley is not the only town to participate on April 16, as Toms River and Brick also have seedling distributions planned through

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“We encourage residents that lost trees during Superstorm Sandy, and would like to replace them, to stop by on the 16th and pick up free seedlings,” said the mayor.

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debut this season. Kenny Koplove, a Philadelphia native that went to William Penn Charter and was a 17th round pick last year from Duke, will also make his BlueClaws debut this year.

The roster includes two players that came to the organization in recent trades. Pitcher Harold Arauz was acquired from the Astros in the December trade that sent Ken Giles to Houston. Pitcher Alberto Tirado was acquired from the Blue Jays in the July trade that sent Ben Revere to Toronto.

The roster also includes two former supplemental first-round picks from the 2012 draft in pitchers Shane Watson and Mitch Gueller, with Gueller making his BlueClaws debut after going 10-1 with Williamsport last year.

Shawn Williams returns to Lakewood for a second season managing the BlueClaws. He is joined by hitting coach Nelson Prada, who was also with the BlueClaws last year, and pitching coach Brian Sweeney, who spent last year with the Gulf Coast League Phillies.

Athletic trainer Takayuki Sakurai returns for a third season with the BlueClaws and Scott Smith, in his first year with the Phillies, is the club’s strength & conditioning coach.

Tickets for all 2016 BlueClaws home games are on sale by calling 732-901-7000 option 2 or online at BlueClaws.com.

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By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates A significant percentage of the motor vehicles that travel though our community are either uninsured or underinsured.

To protect against the harms and losses caused by uninsured or underinsured motorists, automobile insurance companies are obligated by law to provide uninsured motorist (UM) coverage to those motorists who purchase Standard policies. Although underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage is not mandatory, typically they are sold hand-in-hand with UM endorsements and are found in virtually all Standard automobile insurance policies in New Jersey.

As the name suggests, UM/UIM coverage is that element of an insured’s own policy of insurance under which he or his family may be compensated for injuries and losses suffered at the hands of an uninsured or underinsured motorist.

This coverage also applies when you are injured as a passenger in someone else’s vehicle.

UM/UIM insurance is very inexpensive

yet very important. It is designed to protect you and your family. For instance, you are sitting at a red light minding your business when all of the sudden a drunk runs a red light, crashes into your vehicle and causes you to spend the next week in the hospital with multiple permanent, internal injuries. Your only source of compensation for pain, suffering and unpaid medical bills may come from your UM/UIM insurance policy if the drunk was uninsured or underinsured.

Automobile insurance is mandatory in New Jersey. And although the failure to carry automobile insurance may be punishable by imprisonment, many people deliberately do not carry insurance or do not realize that their insurance policy has expired or been cancelled.

Never rely upon a stranger to protect you and your family.

Selecting the correct insurance coverage is your responsibility.

Call the attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates for a free evaluation of your automobile insurance policy.

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Bake Sale To Benefit Homeless Pets

TOMS RIVER – Support The Volunteer Auxiliary in its efforts to make life sweeter for the homeless pets in Ocean County at the group’s bake sale on April 16. The bake sale will be held next to the Petsmart, 1232 Hooper Ave., across from the Ocean County

Mall from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Volunteer Auxiliary is in need of people or businesses willing to donate baked goods. All proceeds go directly to the animals. Contact volaux@yahoo.com if you are willing to help.

Senior Movie Matinée

BERKELEY – A senior movie matinee will feature the film “Miss You Already,” at the Berkeley Branch of the Ocean County Library.

The film is from 1 to 3 p.m. on April 15.

This comedy-drama chronicles the relationship of lifelong best friends, Jess (Drew Barrymore) and Milly (Toni Collette). Complications arise when Jess, who has been living a free-spirited existence, decides she wants a baby and begins to envy the life of

Milly, a career woman with a family. In rapid succession, Milly is diagnosed with cancer and must battle for her life while Jess discovers she’s finally pregnant. These life-changing events cause the friendship to be tested as they attempt to deal with the joy and sorrow in their lives.

The film is rated PG-13 and is 112 minutes long.

The library, 30 Station Rd., can be reached at 732-269-2144 or theoceancountylibrary.org.

Live Country, Bluegrass And Folk Music Concerts Weekly

WARETOWN – Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Road, hosts live country, bluegrass and folk music concerts beginning at 7:30 p.m. every Saturday.

Cost is $1 for children 11 and under, $5 for

adults. The events feature a live stage by musicians from the tri-state area, presented

by The Pinelands Cultural Society.

For more information, call 609-971-1593 or visit alberthall.org.

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63 Dost espy 64 Has a sudden inspiration?

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5 Enzyme suffix 6 Hiked, with “up” 7 “The Comedy of Errors” setting 8 Word with wood or water 9 Quote qualifier 10 Ex-mayor with a cameo in “The Muppets Take Manhattan” 11 Abstruse stuff 12 Pedigree 13 Came (in) dramatically 18 Convention attendees 23 Exploit 25 “Live at the __”: Patsy Cline album

26 Venomous arachnids 28 Sources of fine wool 29 “... rapping at my chamber door” poet 34 Fish-fowl link 36 Filming sites 37 Heaven on earth 38 “Told ya!”

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14 Quaking causes 15 Plant pest 16 Rest one’s dogs, so to speak 17 It’s fraudulent 19 “Double Fantasy” artist 20 Extras in an env.

21 Squeezed (out) 22 Web-footed critter 24 Mustard, for one: Abbr.

25 Encouraging shouts 26 Shout 27 It’s fabricated 30 “Saint Joan” star Jean 31 __ Locks: St. Marys River rapids

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Toms River - 55+ community. IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY! Homestead Run. New 2BR, 1BA, washer/dryer. Off-street parking (pooch friendly). www.homesteadrun.com. Call 732-370-2300. (20) Desirable Herbertsville Area – 4Br/2.

5BA. 2400SF, culdesac. Hardwood, new kitchen, finished basement.

New roof. Owner anxious, make reasonable offer. $425,000. Email g-reilly@comcast.net.

(19) Leasure Village West - 55 plus community. One bedroom. One bath.

No garage. $750.00 plus utilities per month. Call 732-657-1452. (17) Boat Slip - for rent in private home. $800 for entire season.

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Items For Sale Baby/Kid Items – Blue and gray bouncer, $10. Pink and white bouncer with butterflies, $10. Graco stroller, $30. Ninja Turtle tent, $5. Brown bean bag chair, $5. 732-684-8007.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

732-364-7580. (t/n) Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Costume/Estate Jewelry - Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry.

Same day house calls. Religious items too. Immediate cash. 5 percent more cash with this ad. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Guns Wanted - Old or new pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition. Licensed collectors, state legal transfers. Cash paid. Call Jeff. 609-713-0637. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Buying - Jewelry collections and jewelry boxes; costume/estate/antique. Rhinestones, pins, bracelets, all types (watches too). Cash Paid Today! Call “THE JEWELRY GAL.” Brick Area. 732-513-2139.

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Help Wanted

Experienced Landscaper – With experience driving a truck with small trailer for small, busy landscape company in Brick. Good pay. 732-678-7584.

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Help Wanted Driver Per Diem - Bartley Healthcare an LTC in Ocean County seeks a driver who possesses a CDL License with clean MVR. Must be available on Sundays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and fill in during week as needed.

Fax resume to 732-370-8589, email: dgural@bartleyhealthcare.com or apply in person: 175 Bartley Rd., Jackson. Equal Opportunity Employer.

(15) Te a c h e r – P r e - K i n d e rg a r t e n .

FT. Brick Child Care Center.

Call 732 458-2100. (t/n) Part Time CNA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Skilled Nursing Unit, Hamilton Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines. Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff!. Part time 11 to 7 four days a week and per diem.

Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Now Hiring Property Inspectors- FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@ comcast.net or msangelabove@ comcast.net. 732-766-4425, 201259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n) Part Time/Home Health Aide/CNA – The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced home health aides or CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit, Georgetown Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines. Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff. PT 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., e/o w/e and 1 day, PT 3 to 11 p.m., PT 3 to 11 p.m. e/o w/e, PT 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. e/o w/e. Competitive rates.

Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Auto Mechanic-Tires, alignments, under car service. Uniforms, benefits and paid holidays. 732-270-6700. (17) Part time house cleaners - as needed call in basis. Only serious apply. Call Donna 732-2327058. Exp and car necessary. (17) Part Time Food Service – We have an immediate need for part time waitstaff/servers, dietary aides and dishawahers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401K once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours. Under the direction of great food service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and senior leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day.

Rate of pay starts at $8.50/hour.

Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)

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C lassifieds Help Wanted

Services

Private - HHA or CNA (in Toms River) – Extra Cash - $11.50 to start. Monday through Friday 9 to 10 p.m. 1 hr. each night.

Adult male care. Must be reliable. Call my cell 941-726-4360.

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Bobs Waterproofing - Basem e n t a n d c r a w l s p a c e w a t e rproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned.

Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

Two’s Teacher Assistant - Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (t/n) HVAC Service Techs - Experience necessary - 5 year min.

Great work enviroment. Company vehicle. Year round/paid holidays. Call 732-349-1448 or fax resume 732-349-6448 (15) Te a c h e r – To d d l e r s , F T / P T. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (t/n)

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Dear Readers As I began to write this week’s column, my assistant brought me today’s letters and I want to address this readers concerns. A woman is heartbroken over an older son (in his 50s) who is not capable of managing money. A sibling had been put in charge, and, after what sounded like much grief, refused to do it any longer.

She is in her 80s and I’m sure she is concerned about the future, perhaps when she passes. I receive many similar letters, but hers touched me in a certain way.

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Answer: When there is someone who is incapable of managing their own affairs there are many alternatives. In this case it sounded as if this son was irresponsible with money. Mishandling money often comes with illness. People who are bipolar can have episodes of selling the farm in exchange for luxuries etc.

They are not in a healthy state of mind and are delusional about outcomes and consequences. The same goes for people with addiction issues.

In this Dear Joel letter, it sounded to me as if she at one time managed her

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Certain people that we meet at Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing services cannot trust their children and turn these responsibilities over to an attorney or bank or financial planner.

You can also start with social workers which are in abundance here in New Jersey. If there is not enough money to pay for a money manager, there is certainly enough to have a consultation with any of the above. Start somewhere and move in a different direction. Doing the same thing over and over again will accomplish nothing. Best of luck.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Senator Robert W. Singer, who represents the 30th District (parts of Ocean and Monmouth counties) in the New Jersey State Legislature, will be the featured speaker at the Ocean County Business Association’s (OCBA) annual open meeting April 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, 815 Route 37 West, Toms River.

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The luncheon and meeting are open to members of the OCBA, their employees and guests, prospective members and members of the media. A buffet lunch will begin at 11:30 a.m.; the program will begin at noon.

The luncheon costs $20, but is free for prospective members and the media. Reservations are required. To register, call 866-606-6222 or visit info@oceancountybusinessassociation.com.

Members of the OCBA program committee include Chairman Robert Novy, Novy and Associates, Manchester; Jake Mason, director of marketing for Novy and Associates; Joanne Padrone, Ocean County College, Toms River and Midge Cannin-Schuck, licensed professional counselor, Toms River.

For further information, contact Joanne Padrone, manager of Community Relations at Ocean County College at 732-255-0400 ext.

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Updated Senior Services Resource Directory Available

OCEAN COUNTY – Seniors living in Ocean County can find information on programs and services available to them and their caregivers in the Resource Directory distributed by the Ocean County Office of Senior Services.

Recently updated, this handy directory includes information on a host of programs and services geared to assist seniors living in Ocean County.

“The Office of Senior Services serves as a focal point that older adults and their families can turn to for information and assistance regarding programs and services,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, chairman of Senior Services. “Our mission is to lead the way in advancing the well-being of older adults.”

The Office of Senior Services goals include improving access to services, promoting healthy aging, fostering greater independence for frail older adults, supporting family caregivers and advocating for older adults at the federal, state and local level.

The department administers a comprehensive system of community based services including transportation, options counseling and care management, community support such as education, recreation, physical and mental health screenings, physical fitness, legal assistance, home support such as friendly visitor, residential maintenance and housekeeping, certified home health aides, nutrition support such as congregate meals and home delivered meals and caregiver support such as respite, caregiver counseling, caregiver support groups and in-home education and support.

“Ocean County is home to the largest senior population in the state,” Vicari noted.

“With more than 160,000 seniors calling Ocean County home, it’s a priority of the Board of Freeholders to provide them with programs and services that will help them remain independent so they can enjoy a good quality of life here.”

The resource directory provides at a glance senior services programs, and contact information as well as a service index.

“This directory is a great tool to refer to when looking for programs and services,” Vicari said. “I would recommend it to our seniors and also their caregivers.”

Some services featured within the resource directory are the PAAD Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled, educational programs such as adult education classes at Ocean County Vocational Technical schools and Ocean County College, Toms River, employment assistance such as the Senior Employment program, health services such as the Ocean County Health Department among others, counseling such as the Senior Guidance program, hospital locations, insurance in regards to Medicare, senior, community and recreation centers found in Ocean County and transportation such as Ocean Ride.

“The resource directory can be accessed online, or mailed to anyone requesting it,” Vicari said.

To obtain a copy of the Senior Services Resource Directory stop by the Office of Senior Services located at 1027 Hooper Ave., Building 2, Toms River, or call 732929-2091. To access the directory online, visit co.ocean.nj.us.

Five Chambers Of Commerce To Converge For Mega Business Expo OCEAN COUNTY – Toms River-Ocean County Chamber of Commerce along with Brick Township, Lakewood, Point Pleasant and Point Pleasant Beach Chambers of Commerce, will host a Five Chambers of Commerce Mega Business Expo at Martell’s Tiki Bar, on the boardwalk in Point

Pleasant Beach.

The event takes place on April 14 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Activities at the event include buffet, give a ways, door prizes and cash bar.

For more information, visit tomsriverchamber.com/news-events.html.

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Ocean County Library Home Borrowers Service

OCEAN COUNTY – Do you love to read, but have physical limitations that prevent you from getting to the library? The Ocean County Library provides delivery of library materials free of charge to Ocean County residents living independently who are unable to visit a physical library location.

After contacting the Home Borrowers Coordinator, the library will assign a trained volunteer to deliver items to your home. The Home Borrowers Service customer must be able to establish a mutually convenient time with the volunteer to deliver and pick up materials, approximately every three weeks.

In order to qualify for the Home Borrowers Service, the following criteria must be met: You must be a resident of Ocean County, who does not have family members or friends to assist them with their library needs.

You must submit a completed Home Borrowers Service Customer Application.

You must submit a basic Medical Verification Form stating that you cannot physically visit the library.

You must cooperate with the volunteer to arrange a mutually convenient time for drop off and pick up of library materials.

You must return all materials on time, with the assistance from the assigned volunteer.

Last year, the Home Borrower Volunteers delivered more than 19,000 library items to the Ocean County Home Borrower Customers.

If you would like to volunteer with the Ocean County Library to deliver materials to homebound residents, contact Volunteer Services at 732-349-6200, ext. 5535. A background check, paid for by the library, is required.

Online Silent Auction To Support NOHFH OCEAN COUNTY – Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity will host an online silent auction to benefit the organization’s efforts.

Bidding will go live at noon on April 21 and close at 6 p.m. on April 24. The public will have the opportunity to bid on items including a GoPro, Hot Air Balloon rides

by Soaring Adventures, a QVC studio tour, foursomes of golf and many more items.

Bidders can use PayPal or credit cards to pay and winning prizes can be shipped or picked up at the Northern Ocean Habitat offices in Toms River. All proceeds will benefit Northern Ocean Habitat and will be used toward to the construction of affordable housing in the community.

Register to bid today at 32auctions.com/ nohfh and check nohfh.com and ‘Northern

Ocean Habitat for Humanity’ on Facebook for more auction items.

If you are interested in donating an item for the auction, contact publicrelations@ nohfh.com or call 732-228-7962 ext. 106.

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing ministry that brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

To date, the Northern Ocean affiliate has completed 16 new homes, over 60 Hurricane Sandy critical home repairs and over 114 exterior repairs through their ‘A Brush with Kindness’ program.

Ground will break on two new homes in Northern Ocean County this year. For more information and to find out how to get involved, ‘like’ Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity on Facebook, visit nohfh.com or call 732-228-7962.

The Melodiers Take On Broadway

BERKELEY – The Melodiers of Holiday City Berkeley will present “The Melodiers On Broadway” on May 1 at 2 p.m. in Clubhouse 2 on Port Royal Drive.

Under the direction of Alice Mongak, accompanied by pianist Jim DeSalvo, the Melodiers will blend their voices to sing many songs from many Broadway shows.

Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door the day of performance. Tickets may also be purchased on the first or third Tuesday of the month in Clubhouse 1 between the hours of 11 a.m. to noon.

As in the past, The Melodiers will also ask for donations of non-perishable food items to be donated to local food pantries.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast By Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Look on the bright side. Finding humor in even the direst situations can help improve your mood as well as the moods of those around you. Try something new and exciting this week with a special someone to get a fresh perspective.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Go your own way. Make your own plans and set your own agendas to accomplish what’s best for you in the week ahead. You’ll find that being among close friends or loved ones will give you the most satisfaction.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t beat around the bush. Remember that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. Solve problems this week by meeting them head on. A social function could be enjoyable even if you are hesitant to attend.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Enthusiasm can be contagious. Showing support for someone else’s project can help them get the ball rolling quickly. Taking a more optimistic approach in the week ahead can help you overcome life’s little obstacles.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): All work and no play can be monotonous. Take some time to enjoy the spoils of your labors in the week ahead. Treat yourself to a pretty bauble or treat someone else to a pleasant excursion. Put important decisions in perspective.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t press the issue. If someone chooses to withhold information, it’s probable that they have a good reason.

Concentrate on finding enjoyable ways to pass the time when you aren’t indulging in heavy thinking

in the week ahead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Catch spring fever. Make the most of each day this week by getting out in the sun. Tackle some gardening, go to a ball game, or just take a stroll in the park. Any activity that allows you to get some fresh air and stretch your legs will do the trick.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Be hospitable. Put out a big spread for friends and visitors to show that you truly are the host with the most.

Being generous and sympathetic to the problems of others is likely to win you respect and admiration in the week ahead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Great minds think alike. Sharing your ideas with close friends and confidants can yield perspectives and insights as the week unfolds. Be decisive when faced with tough choices and avoid over thinking issues.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t worry, be happy. Avoid fretting over events that are beyond your control as the week goes by. You are powerless to influence the outcome. Maintain a positive attitude that everything will turn out for the best.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Change can be for the better. A new diet can improve your health, a new perspective can improve your psyche, or a new routine can improve your productivity. Listen to the advice of knowledgeable peers this week.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Dare to be different. Don’t be shy when it comes to meeting new people or experiencing new things this week.

You’ll be far more satisfied by straying off the beaten path and searching for unique adventures. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

5k Run/Walk To Care For The Coast OCEAN COUNTY – Get ready to tie on your running shoes and lobster bibs for The First Annual Lobster Run/Walk 5k to Care for the Coast in Asbury Park.

The American Littoral Society will partner with Langosta Lounge and Shifting Sands for an event sure to be fun for all participants.

The event will start April 23 at 4 p.m. on the Asbury Park boardwalk outside Langosta Lounge. Packet pick-up begins at 2:30 p.m. The run/walk will be followed by an optional after-party with food and drink provided by Langosta Lounge. The first 500 registrants have the option to include a lobster feast with race registration. A light bites menu is available for all others.

The course is suitable for all ages and will take participants through Asbury Park and into Ocean Grove. Participate on your own or form a team with friends, co-workers or family members.

The event will be held rain or shine and include live race results and awards for the top three male and female finishers and age-group winners. Pre-registered runners and walkers will receive an event t-shirt.

Online registration is available at RaceForum.com/Lobster. Register before April 16 to get discount, the price will increase on April 17.

Start and finish are at Langosta Lounge, 1000 Ocean Avenue. Parking available across the street and plenty of parking in public lots. Event is rain or shine. For questions about the event, contact Doug Rice at 732-915-9139 or drice@raceforum.com.

The American Littoral Society and Shifting Sands are co-beneficiaries of the proceeds from the event.

For more information about the American Littoral Society or to become a member, visit littoralsociety.org or call 732-291-0055.

Ocean County College Jazz Band TOMS RIVER – Students under the d i rect ion of music professor, Dave Marowitz, will perform at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St, on May 24, beginning at 7 p.m. Music from genres ranging from “classic jazz”, soul jazz, jazz-rock fusion and music inf luenced by free jazz will be featured.

T he prog ram is f ree and open to

t h e p u bl i c. Fo r i n fo r m a t io n o r t o register, call 732-349- 6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

Free parking is available daily after 6 p.m. plus all day Saturday and Sunday in the top and middle levels of the Toms River Parking garage located behind the librar y or all levels, anytime in the Ocean County Parking garage on Hooper Ave.

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All Dressed Up: Freshen Up Salad With Homemade Versions Of Classic Dressings

By Wolfgang Puck

With spring upon us now, you could say we’re entering the salad days of cooking. Shakespeare coined the ter m “salad days” to refer to someone’s green and inexperienced youth, but the words are equally appropriate to describe the time of year when fine, fresh, tender, often green, young produce is beginning to fill farmers’ market stalls. Meanwhile, the warm weather is inspiring cooks everywhere to spend less time subjecting themselves to the heat of the kitchen and more time preparing refreshing salads.

That’s why I’d like to share not one but two recipes for making my own personal versions of two popular, versat ile salad d ressi ngs: G reen Goddess and Buttermilk Ranch.

Most people think that Green Goddess is something that comes out of a bottle or is made with a packaged mix, but you can prepare the freshest version imaginable of this dressing at home so quickly.

According to food lore, the recipe was originally developed in 1923 by the chef at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco for an event honoring actor George Arliss, who was starring in the hit play, “The Green Goddess.”

Today, you’ll f ind many versions of the original, most of them distinguished by their creamy green herb-f lecked color. Mine features a profusion of fresh herbs and green onions. (If you make the dressing in advance, pulse in the green onions only just before use, so their f lavor won’t be too strong.) An avocado adds stills more color and richness, along with an egg yolk. I use one from a pasteurized egg, now widely available in supermarkets, to avoid any concerns over possible bacteria from raw eggs.

Another widespread favorite, ranch dressing is a cool, creamy blend of but ter milk, mayon naise, parsley, celery and dill. It’s so easy to make that you don’t even need a blender; just a mixing bowl and a whisk. In my version, I like to add another dimension of f lavor from roasted garlic cloves.

Whichever one of my dressing recipes you make, I’m sure you’ll find that they taste so much better than anything that comes out of a bottle.

And they’re versatile. Of course, they’re excellent on any kind of salad leaves you like, especially crisp lett uces like romaine. Thick and creamy, they can also be used as dips for anything from vegetable crudites to onion rings. And they make excellent condiments for hamburgers or other sandwiches.

GREEN GODDESS DRESSING Makes about 2 cups (500 mL) 1 pasteurized cage-free egg yolk 1/2 ripe Hass-style avocado, pitted, flesh scooped from peel 2 tablespoons drained capers 6 sprigs fresh dill, stemmed 3 sprigs fresh tarragon, leaves only 1 bunch fresh chives, cut into 2- to 3-inch (5- to 7.5-cm) pieces 1/2 bunch fresh organic Italian parsley, stemmed 1 bu n ch o r g a n ic g r e e n o n io n s , trimmed, cut in half 3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 cup (250 mL) extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Put the egg yolk, avocado, capers, fresh herbs, green onions, vinegar, mustard and olive oil in a blender. Add a little salt and pepper to taste.

Blend the dressing until smooth and creamy. If it seems too thick, pulse in cold water tablespoon by tablespoon until the desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more salt and pepper, if necessary.

Transfer the dressing to a nonreactive container, cover and refrigerate. Use within three days.

BUTTERMILK RANCH DRESSING WITH ROASTED GARLIC Makes about 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) 1/2 to 3/4 cup (125 to 185 mL) mayonnaise 1/2 cup (125 mL) buttermilk 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley 2 tablespoons finely chopped organic celery leaves 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill 1 head Roasted Garlic In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the mayonnaise and all the buttermilk. Add the lemon zest and juice. Whisk thoroughly. If the dressing seems too thick, whisk in up to 1/4 cup (60 mL) more mayonnaise. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Add the parsley, celery leaves and dill.

Squeeze in the cloves from the roasted garlic. Whisk thoroughly. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if necessary, with more salt and pepper. Serve immediately; or cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors develop. Use within three days.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2016 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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