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–Photos courtesy Patty Robbins (Above) Canaan dogs are indigenous to areas of the Middle East. (Below) The dogs now live comfortably and happily with the Robbins family in their Stafford home.

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – For Patty Robbins, adopting a pet has proven to be more rewarding than one might expect. Robbins and her husband have taken to adopting dogs of the rare Canaan breed, indigenous to the Middle East, saving them from a life of mistreatment and abuse by bringing them into their home in Stafford Township.

“Our story is such a long one I’m not sure where to start.

Back in October of 2013 my husband and I had recently lost our dog and were looking to adopt another one. We went to Souther n Ocean County Animal Shelter just to look, and there we found Dakota,” said Robbins.

Dakota was their fi rst; she is a four-year-old Canaan brought over from Iraq. Previously belonging to a soldier, Dakota was then brought to the shelter,

said Robbins, and the couple fell in love with her.

Little did the couple know that adopting Dakota would spark a series of life-changing events, bringing three more Canaan dogs into their home.

After Robbins found Dakota, it prompted her to research what makes the Canaan breed of dogs unique and where they come from. She noted that this was, “not an easy task, since they are a rare breed.”

W hat Robbi n s’ resea rch revealed to her was that the Canaan breed is an ancient breed from the Middle East, around the upper half of the Arabian Peninsula. Robbins emphasized that this breed is not very popular among those in the Middle East; in fact, they are primarily treated as pests in their native countries.

“Even the local government is trying to eradicate them,” she

added. “It’s very dangerous for them over there, and only a few try to help them.”

Since then, Robbins has taken it upon herself to be one of those people. With Dakota now a member of the Robbins (Canine - See Page 2)

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Barnegat’s 2018 Municipal Budget Increasing By Less Than 1 Percent

By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – At the March 6 meeting of the Township Committee, the 2018 Municipal Budget was introduced.

The total budget amount for 2018 is expected to be $25,699,168.02. This is an increase from the 2017 budget, which was $25,507,980.30. Of the total budget amount for 2018, $21,368,713.11 is expected to be raised by taxation. This makes up approximately 83 percent of the total budget.

According to Barnegat’s Chief Financial Officer Tom Lombarski, the township’s overall budget increased by less than 1 percent compared to the final modified budget from 2017, “which is very good,” he added.

Lombarsk i also noted that employee health benefits have decreased by $174,000 due to reduced premiums from the State Health Benefits Plan. The anticipated cost for Employee Group Insurance is listed as $1,676,000 in the 2018 budget, compared to 2017’s proposed $1,850,000.

Police salaries and wages will increase as the (Budget - See Page 5)

Kids Can Vape Drugs, And Schools Have To Change Policies

By Kimberly Bosco and Chris Lundy MANAHAWKIN – Despite advertising, e-cigarettes often contain more than just flavored water. With the increasing popularity of vapes among the younger generation, schools have begun to adopt no-vaping policies that align with no-smoking policies on campus.

Additionally, they have had to address the fact that many students are using e-cigarettes to smoke marijuana derivatives.

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Continued From Page 1 family, her research connected her with other individuals familiar with the Canaan breed.

Turning to Facebook, she found a few pages with more information than she could find on her own. On the Malath Canaan Rescue Jordan page, she was confronted with a heart-wrenching video of another Canaan dog.

The post was, “asking if somebody would please adopt ‘this poor little blind dog who had been horribly abused’,” said Robbins. “The tag line at the end of the video said ‘all you have to do is fall in love with her and pick her up at the airport’.”

In the blink of an eye, the couple was at John F. Kennedy International Airport picking up Sugar, their newest addition to the family. Sugar is not only blind but she has also suffered serious injuries after having half of her tail cut off and being covered with hot tar.

Robbins’ connections to others interested in saving the Canaan breed led her to Lama Ghobar, the admin of the Malath Canaan Rescue Jordan Facebook page.

“At this point, I wouldn’t hesitate to call Lama one of my good friends, although I’ll probably never meet her in person,” she said.

Ghobar later introduced Robbins to another Canaan dog, Ben. Ben, like Sugar, had experienced some hard times and needed saving. He was hit by a car and

left on the roadside. When he was found

by Ghobar, she found he had also been stabbed, said Robbins.

“He survived and we adopted him too,” she said.

The following year, the couple adopted their fourth: Chance. Chance is also blind, like Sugar. Her blindness is neurological; the result of someone attempting to drown her, said Robbins.

It has been about f ive years since the Robbinses took on this initiative to grow their family and save Canaan lives. Robbins expressed that the breed is fascinating and typically more wild than the average breed here in the US. “Definitely not for the novice dog owner,” she added.

She noted that this experience has expanded her horizons. By adopting Dakota and embarking on an educational journey into the Canaan species, she has since learned a lot about the Middle East; the culture, religion, food, language, politics, and even history that accompanies the area.

“We love them immensely and take great pleasure in seeing them adjust to life here and getting over the issues that they came with as a result of the abuse suffered in the Middle East.”

Robbins adores her Canaan family members and encourages anyone who is interested in taking part in a life-saving journey like her own to reach out.

You can contact her at 609-709-0859 or at delsarules@comcast.net, with any questions.

–Photo courtesy Patty Robbins The Robbins family picked up Dakota, their first Canaan, from JFK airport.

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Continued From Page 1 A study published in 2015 by the World Health Organization showed that many e-cigarettes contained nicotine even if they claimed they didn’t. Studies found other things in them, such as metals, microscopic particles, and carcinogens.

At Southern Regional High School, Principal Eric Wilhelm said that the vaping policy is almost identical to that of the smoking policy, in that it forbids the use of the product on school grounds. He noted that the traditional smoking policy has been extrapolated to include vaping.

What makes the two smoking policies different is that, students who get caught using or possessing a vape or a Juul (a popular brand of vape), they immediately get sent for drug testing.

Wilhelm noted that the school district pays for the drug testing in this event.

Students get drug tested for vape usage because vapes, unlike cigarettes, have the ability to house marijuana in a way that is virtually undetectable, without a noticeable scent.

“With a Juul, we have no idea what is in the canister,” said Wilhelm.

If a student gets tested and is cleared for any traces of banned substances, they are simply penalized for the possession of the product, not allowed on school grounds, said Wilhelm.

If the student is tested and not cleared, then they receive four days suspension and a day of detention.

Wilhelm noted that despite the recent advancements of vape products to allow for the

use of other drugs, vapes have been prevalent enough to warrant a policy on school grounds for about the last 3-4 years.

The policy at Barnegat High School is similar to that of SRHS in that it aligns with the traditional no-smoking or use of tobacco products policy, according to Principal Stephen Nichol.

Nichol said that the school jumped on the process of policing vape usage once they started becoming more popular and now it is more necessary with products like Juuls or dabs, where you can’t tell what is in them.

“If a student is caught with one they get a four day suspension,” and sent out for mandatory drug testing at a local urgent care facility, he said.

If the student tests positive for drugs they receive an additional 9 day suspension and are scheduled to meet with a substance abuse counselor.

Nichol noted that sometimes students refuse the mandatory drug test, and this then becomes an automatic admission of guilt.

At Jackson schools, the situation is also quite similar. Allison Erwin, Coordinator of Communications and Technology for the Jackson School District said that the district sent out a letter to parents back in January detailing information about vapes and how they are used and what the consequences are for bringing them to school.

The letter states: “The Jackson School District treats the possession of what is known as ‘vape pens’ or other electronic ‘vaping’’ or smoking devices the same way as cigarettes.”

A student at any Jackson school caught using a vape is immediately sent for drug testing and receives a 10-day suspension if they tested

–Photo by Chris Lundy Smoking of any kind is prohibited at Sam Pepe Memorial Field, close to Veterans Park in Berkeley.

positive for drugs. A student caught with one in their possession receives an automatic 2-day detention.

The letter not only educates parents about the consequences of vape usage on campus, but it also urges parents to be aware of the side effects of the devices.

“Some high school students are claiming that their parents know all about it or that the students don’t consider it smoking. What they do not realize is that the effects of vaping are not yet well known, and that a growing body of research points to the dangers of this activity,” it stated, listing harmful chemical ingredients and addiction as a few.

“Here in the Jackson School District, we are frustrated and disappointed by the growing use of these devices, especially considering

the strides that have been made in the last decade to cut down on teen smoking,” stated the letter.

Erwin noted that it is important to spread awareness of this issue because it is a matter of student safety as well.

“Vapes have evolved. This year, we have noticed more of these vapes have THC oil in them,” said Michael Dillon, director of guidance and operations for the Freehold Regional High School District.

The policy for being caught with some kind of vaporizer changes depending on what the chemicals are inside. If it is a tobacco product, the consequences for it are the same as if it was a cigarette, he said.

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Continued From Page 4 treated as possession of a drug, which warrants a suspension and the police are notified.

The student is subjected to a chemical screen test. This costs the district about $150 each. If a parent chooses to use their own physician instead, they incur the cost. If there is a substance abuse issue, then the student is put in touch with a student assistance coordinator.

“A lot of parents have no idea what’s in there,” he said. Vapes sometimes have much more nicotine in them than regular cigarettes, or they could have THC. It’s often masked with a fruity scent. A letter went out in January letting parents know, and there have been other awareness activities.

An education session on the dangers of vaping will be held at Colts Neck High School on April 25 at 6:30 p.m. There will be a presentation by a retired special agent from the Drug Enforcement Administration and a time for parents to ask questions.

“We try to educate parents. We need them to partner with us,” he said.

At the Central Regional School District, every child is automatically sent for drug screening, Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides said.

“How can you tell if it’s just flavoring?” he asked.

Therefore, they send every student for drug tests, to err on the side of caution.

Companies that manufacture the units advertise it as healthy, but you don’t really know what’s in it, he said.

Manchester Superintendent David Tretha-

Budget:

Continued From Page 1 result of settling the PBA union contract. “It has been four years since the last contract ended [on December 31, 2013], so it consists of newly adjusted salaries and some retro payment due,” said Lombarski.

Public safety salaries and wages are estimated at $7,105,000, up from last year’s $6,500,673.37 salary and wage appropriations.

Lombarski also noted that the township’s annual pension bills came in about $200,000 higher than last year. The budget lists the total deferred charges and statutory expenditures in the amount of $2,804,375, which is increased from 2017’s appropriations in the amount of $2,577,000. This line item includes costs for contributions to public employees’ retirement system, social security system, police and firemen’s pension funds and retirement systems, and unemployment insurance.

“However, there was a significant decrease in deferred charges as the township completely paid off the final $700,000 from the Hurricane Sandy Special Emergency Notes in November 2017,” he added.

Lombarski explained that after a $37,000 emergency note payment on March 7, 2018, the township was officially note free.

The resolution to introduce the 2018 proposed budget was passed unanimously by all committee members on March 6. A hearing on the budget will be held at Town Hall on April 3, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.

The Southern Ocean Times, March 31, 2018, Page 5 way said they are looking at the policy on vaping, which is included under smoking.

“There are too many variables and you don’t know what’s in there,” he said. They are not yet doing drug testing on every student caught vaping, but that option is being considered.

Toms River Superintendent David Healy said if there’s suspected drug use, they go to get tested.

The district follows guidelines for the difference between users and dealers, he said.

There’s a hard stance against dealers in the district. However, if there is a student who is using, then they work to intervene in the student’s life, to try to break the cycle of use.

They are held to counseling, random drug tests, and have to agree to a contract between themselves, parents, and the counselor.

This is an improvement from the old methods, when a kid would be suspended for a number of days for drug use, he said. During those days off from school, the child would just sit around and get high. Instead of acting as a deterrent, it was making their drug use and dependency worse. As a result of keeping a student in school, but supported with counseling and other measures, the district’s dropout rate declined.

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If A Disabled Vet’s Home Destroyed, The Property Should Stay Tax Free CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

TRENTON - Legislation introduced by Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove (R-9th), that would continue the tax exempt status of property owned by a 100 percent

disabled veteran whose home has been destroyed by flood, storm event, natural cause, or other act of God was approved by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.

Under current law, 100 percent disabled veterans

of this state may claim a full local property tax exemption on their dwelling homes and the ground upon which the respective dwellings are located. In the event of a natural disaster, such as a storm or flood that destroys the dwelling, the property becomes taxable because it is no longer usable as the owner’s residence. The delegation’s legislation would continue the tax exempt status that the prior dwelling house and land enjoyed before its destr uction, so long

as substantial, ongoing construction is undertaken within four years of the destruction.

Members of the 9th District delegation serve on both the Senate and Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committees.

The 9th District delegation issued the following statement regarding their veteran-property tax relief measure (S-900): “Disabled veterans must be able to retain their tax exempt status in the event their home is destroyed by

any natural disaster, such as Superstorm Sandy.

“Our delegation introduced this legislation in response to unfortunate cases in which disabled veterans living in our legislative district homes were destroyed by Superstorm Sandy and lost their eligibility for the veterans’ property tax exemption because the property was not occupied. Correcting this defect in state law would be consistent with the rebuilding and recovery effort that New Jersey has

undertaken.

“Veterans who served our nation, especially those who are 100 percent disabled, should be afforded the protection offered by our legislation so as not to be victimized twice – fi rst by having their home destroyed and then incurring a fi nancial hardship by the loss of a considerable form of tax relief.”

The Assembly companion measure, A-714, is awaiting action by the Assembly Militar y and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

Bipartisan Omnibus Passage Will Help Local Towns From The Desk Of

Congressman Tom MacArthur WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman MacArthur released the following statement after Congress passed bipartisan legislation that would fund the government

through the fiscal year: “It’s important that members f rom both par ties were able to come together and pass legislation that would fund the govern-

ment through the fiscal year.

This bill invests in our nation’s security both here and abroad, while addressing some of South Jersey’s top priorities.

“It provides the biggest increase in defense funding in 15 years, ensuring that South Jersey’s largest employer, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, receives the funding it needs and our military has enough resources to respond to

changing threats around the world. This includes $2.9 billion for the new KC-46 tankers, which is vital to the survival of the Joint Base and our nation’s security.

“Additionally, this bill fully funds a much-needed pay raise for our troops, ensuring we are caring for members of our Armed Forces and their families.

“This legislation also focuses on key issues that are impacting our communities.

It provides new funding for school safety including fully funding the instant background check system, money for school and law enforcement grants, and funding for mental health services. Our children’s safety should not be a partisan issue and I’m grateful Congress is taking these important steps to protect them.

“Many communities in South Jersey have been

devastated by the opioid crisis and as co-chair of the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, combating this epidemic is a top priority for me. The opioid epidemic is a multi-faceted crisis that requires a comprehensive response. This legislation addresses that by providing $4 billion to combat our nation’s drug crisis to invest in treatment, prevention, and local law enforcement efforts.”

Veterans Enrollment And Benefits Clinic Announced From desk of

Congressman Frank A. LoBiondo WASHINGTON, D.C. – Continuing his commitment to South Jersey veterans, U.S. Representative Frank A. LoBiondo (R-2nd) detailed his plans to hold the next enrollment clinic in Atlantic City to help local veterans in determining their eligibility and, if eligible, facilitate their participation in the VA healthcare system. The Atlantic City

enrollment clinic hosted at the Atlantic Cape Community College – AC Campus will be held on Saturday, April 14.

“These enrollment and benefits clinics have registered and assisted hundreds of South Jersey veterans. With more veterans enrolled, we continue to make the case to the VA that more local healthcare services are need-

ed,” said LoBiondo. “Over the past year in partnership with the VA, we have significantly expanded community-based services available locally for South Jersey veterans to include more than 400 provider agreements with non-VA medical professionals. Bringing additional services remains the mission that will not end. I remain committed to our veterans and will continue to host these clinics while working to expand local access to VA services.”

LoBiondo has long advocated for greater local healthcare services and continues to work with VA

officials in Wilmington and Philadelphia and local veterans groups to bring additional services to South Jersey’s four VA community-based clinics (Vineland, Northfield, Cape May, Sewell).

As at previous enrollment clinics, there will be representatives from the VA Medical Centers and Benefits offices on hand to answer veterans’ questions and explain eligibility requirements. Veterans who plan to attend are asked to

bring their DD-214.

Details of the Veterans Enrollment & Benefits Clinic on Saturday, April 14th are as follows: Atlantic Cape Community College – AC Campus 1535 Bacharach Blvd, Atlantic City 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Veterans can also determine their eligibility, enroll in the VA system, and ask additional questions by calling 1-877-222-VETS or visiting the website va.gov.

This will be the 16th enrollment clinic hosted by LoBiondo, with previous sessions in Vineland, Mays Landing, Bridgeton, Wildwood, Salem, Cape May Court House, Somers Point, Elmer, and Northfield. For additional information, veterans are encouraged to call LoBiondo’s Mays Landing Office at 609-625-5008 or 1-800-471-4450 or visit LoBiondo’s website: lobiondo.house.gov/resources/ veterans.

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BARNEGAT – WBNJ is proud to partner once again with the Lighthouse International Film Festival to present Talkin’ Films.

This is a weekly radio program that brings you up-close and personal with the many film makers and gives you a peak behind the screen. New for 2018, as we celebrate the 10th Annual Lighthouse International Film Festival, Talkin’ Films host Christine Rooney will feature a special film maker’s series called “Beyond the Silver screen.”

In this unique series, Talkin’ Films will bring listeners into a side of film making that is seldom seen. Topics include the art of cinematography, documentary filming, craft services, film critics, casting, filming, producing, and many more. This series will prepare

festival goers to fully appreciate what goes on behind the scenes of an independent film.

The Lighthouse International Film Festival was founded by a collection of filmmakers, film critics and film industry professionals who share a passion for film and wanted to create an event aimed first and foremost at film enthusiasts. The 2018 festival will present feature films, shorts, documentaries and family films, as well as panel discussions with leading film industry professionals.

Talkin’ Films can be heard weekly on Thursday’s at 1 p.m. on 91.9 FM WBNJ, and online at wbnj.org. Learn more about independent films and the people that make them possible in this informative one of a kind program.

4th Annual Touch-A-Truck

MANAHAWKIN – Join us at the Manahawkin Lake Park on April 28, 2018 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. for the 4th Annual TouchA-Truck.

There will be a wide array of vehicles on display for all attendees to explore! Vehicles such as Police Vehicles, Fire Trucks, Earth Movers, Dump Trucks, and others.

There will be clowns, face painting, bounce houses, music and more. Local craft and food vendors and both non-profit and for-profit businesses will be present as well.

Admission is free. This event is rain or shine.

Vendor applications and vehicles applications can be found at business.staffordchamber.com/ events/details/4th-annual-touch-a-truck-37.

Appraisal Fair And Luncheon

WEST CREEK – On Saturday May 12, 2018 from noon to 3 p.m., join us for a delicious lunch and appraisals by Dan Melega of Legacies Old and New at the West Creek United Methodist Church.

The cost of the ticket is $20, which includes

your lunch and appraisal of your item by Melega, who is a professional appraiser.

Seating is limited. To purchase advance tickets or for more information, call Muriel at 609-296-9624 or Nancy at 609-2965805.

Every Saturday Night Live Music WARETOWN – Every Saturday night, year round, Albert Music Hall hosts a live Country and Bluegrass music concert. Come and be entertained Pineland style!

Concerts will be on March 31 and April 7 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5. For more information, contact Elaine Everett at 609-971-1593 or eever21072@aol.com.

Jenkinson’s Easter Parade

POINT PLEASANT – Join us at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk for the Jenkinson’s Easter Parade on April 1 at 1 p.m. Admission is free! For

more information, contact Jenkinson’s at 732892-0600 or information@jenkinsons.com, or visit the website at jenkinsons.com.

Astronomy Day

TOMS RIVER – Join us at the Robert J. Novins Planetarium for Astronomy Day on April 21 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. for the daytime event, and 7-9 p.m. for the nighttime event.

One day each spring, astronomy clubs, planetariums, and other groups of sky lovers band together to share the wonders and excitement of astronomy with their communities.

The theme of Astronomy Day is “Bringing Astronomy to the People,” and amateur as-

tronomers and science fans can hardly wait to share their excitement about the sky with the general public.

The daytime event will have astronomy displays and demonstrations along with “safe” solar observing! The nighttime event will have telescopes setup to observe the wonders of the night sky!

Admission is free. For more information, call 732-255-0343.

Al-Anon Meetings Available Locally

OCEAN COUNTY – Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups may be able to help you. Call their 24-hour hotline for local meeting locations at 856-547-0855.

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–Photo courtesy Southern Regional High School MANAHAWKIN – Southern Regional High School Student Council and Key Club recently held its annual 18 hour dance marathon. The event started at 4 p.m. on Saturday March 17 and ended on Sunday at 10 a.m.

The event was a benefit for Ocean of Love, a local charity that helps support local children with cancer and their families.

This year’s theme was “Glow Big or Go Home.” Both clubs converted the 9-10 gym into a glowing neon room filled with glow in the dark banners, balloon towers, and black lights that made almost anything shine.

The two clubs were fortunate to receive so much support from the surrounding community. They were lucky enough to be able to serve multiple meals to the dancers and volunteers throughout the night, almost entirely donated by local restaurants and eateries. The night also featured a prize table filled with sports memorabilia, gift sets from local stores, and gift cards for entertainment venues, restaurants, and much more.

To pass the 18 hours, the dancers took part in tournaments such as corn hole, ping pong, and even Nintendo games. Towards the beginning of the night, the dancers were also treated to performances from Ovations Dance Team, Skylar The Magician, the band

“Pictures of Nowhere,” Starlight Preforming Arts, a guest appearance from R2D2, and multiple DJs that kept them on their feet through line dances and games. Additionally, students were able to sign up as a team for an escape room, participate in karaoke contest, a lip sync battle, a knockout competition, and a dance off, all for a chance at the prize table.

To prepare for the event, Student Council and Key Club met weekly to discuss plans, and solicit for donations beginning in December. In the weeks leading up to the marathon, they served free coffee with the events logo on the cup every Friday morning to promote the event. More recently, they worked on putting together decorations, such as balloon towers. Some volunteers even came at 10 a.m. Saturday to prepare for the event, putting them at the school for as much as 24 hours!

This year’s marathon was attended by around 150 dancers, and they raised $6,110, the most successful thus far.

Key Club and Student Council would like it to be known, that they are very thankful for their supportive school, staff, advisers Ms. Margaret Malley, Mr. Steve Derion, the Kiwanis Club of LBI, and all the businesses and families that donated to the event.

10th Ocean County Library Prom Dress & Tuxedo Giveaway

OCEAN COUNTY – The 10th Ocean County Library Prom Dress & Tuxedo Giveaway will be held at four of our branches (Little Egg Harbor, Toms River, Lakewood and Barnegat) during the month of April.

This wonderful event provides dresses and tuxedos to students at no charge so they can attend their school’s dances. The event is limited to student’s grades 8 through 12. Gently used, long and short dresses and limited tuxes are available.

• Little Egg Harbor Branch, 290 Mathistown

Rd. Tuesday, April 3 from 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday, April 4 at 12-4 p.m.

• Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St. Thursday, April 12 at 4-8 p.m., Friday, April 13 at 1:30-4 p.m. and Saturday , April 14 at 10 a.m.– 4 p.m.

• Barnegat Branch, 112 Burr St. Wednesday, April 18 at 4-8 p.m. and Thursday, April 19 at 4-8 p.m.

• Lakewood Branch, 301 Lexington Ave. Saturday April 21 at 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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CASTING EYES ON SLEEP DISORDERS

Research shows that young people who are afflicted with eye diseases that damage the inner part of the retina and optic nerve are significantly more likely to have sleep disorders than those with other types of eye disease or those with normal vision. The study showed that subjects with optic nerve disease were 20 times more likely to experience daytime sleepiness than subjects with normal sight. In some cases, it may be that visually impaired subjects experience difficulty in using daylight to synchronize their internal rhythms to the outside world. Researchers also found that people with optic nerve disease had variable wake-up times and experienced greater difficulty falling asleep. Individuals with sleep disorders may want to check with the ophthalmologist.

Tests for optic nerve disorders may include a variety of eye exams and imaging tests.

Treatment depends on which disorder that you have. With some optic nerve disorders, you may get your vision back. With others, there is no treatment, or treatment may only prevent further vision loss. To schedule an exam, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A. at 732-349-5622. We are committed to providing advanced vision care in a professional and comfortable environment.

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St. Francis Community Center Family Health & Safety Fair

BRANT BEACH – St. Francis Community Center is celebrating 42 years of good health and community support by hosting the Family Health and Safety Fair Friday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the St. Francis Community Center Gym, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township.

The Health and Safety Fair is sponsored by St. Francis Community Center, Long Beach Island Health Department and Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center. Health screenings, education, resources, giveaways and refreshments will be available.

New for 2018 is the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management with their Residential Document Shredding. This program is open to residents only. Business and/ or commercial documents will not be accepted.

In order to conserve truck space, residents are limited to six boxes (or bags) of documents.

Paper clips and staples do not have to be removed from documents. Unacceptable items include: x-rays, CDs, floppy disks, micro film and file folders.

Medical professionals will be available for free screenings: vision, blood pressure, osteoporosis, cholesterol, blood sugar, hearing, skin, dental and more. Southern Ocean Medical Center will present How Healthy is Your Colon and you will be able to take a walk through a 12 foot colon.

The Long Beach Island Police Department will have a Project Medicine Drop Box on site to dispose of medication. Information will also be available on the following: Senior Services, Health Care, Alternative Medicine, Financial Information, Fitness, Family Services, Community Service, Ocean County Services, Counseling, Health and Safety tips.

There will be activities for Pre-School children including a vision screening, bike raffle, free give a ways and a 10:30 Exercise with Meridian’s Hopscotch!

Admission is free and refreshments will be available. Visit the Family Health and Safety Fair and receive many services under one roof.

Call St. Francis Senior Services at 609-4948861 or visit stfranciscenterlbi.org for more information.

Live Auction & Dinner

MANAHAWKIN – Join us for a Live Auction and Dinner on Saturday, April 21 at Main Street Alliance Church (formerly King of Kings), 1000 N. Main St (Rt. 9), Manahawkin.

Many goods and services will be donated by local businesses! Auction admission is free; dinner tickets cost $7 each and must be purchased in advance. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the auctioneer will begin the auction at 6 p.m. sharp. The fried chicken dinner begins at 5 p.m.

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Little Hats, Big Hearts

TUCKERTON – Calling all knitters and crocheters with big hearts! Join us for Little Hats, Big Hearts at the Tuckerton Seaport on May 9, June 13, and July 11 from 2-4 p.m.

The Tuckerton Seaport and Baymen’s Museum is helping The American Heart Association and The Children’s Heart Foundation in their effort to create tiny red hats for babies. The project helps spread awareness about congenital heart defects and disease — which affect about 40,000 babies born in the country each year.

Drop by the Hunting Shanty at the Seaport to knit or crochet a tiny red any second Wednesday of the month. Needles, yarn, patterns, and hands-on help are provided. The Seaport is also accepting donations of red yarn and other

knitting supplies to keep the project going throughout the year. The more hats we collect, the more babies we can share them with!

If you are unable to come to a drop-in knitting session, grab a pattern and make some tiny hats at home. Drop it off in the Seaport collection bin anytime. You can find sample patterns on their website at heart.org/HEARTORG/Affiliate/Little-Hats-Big-Hearts_UCM_487734_ SubHomePage.jsp.

The hats will be collected through November 1, 2018 when they will be sent to the American Heart Association. Come February, the cute accessories are handed out to infants in hospitals in our local area and across more than 40 states.

For more information, visit tuckertonseaport. org.

Community Outreach Meeting For Flood Imsurance FEMA/NFIP

BARNEGAT – Join us on April 5, 2018 from 5-7 p.m. at the Barnegat Township Recreation Center (rear of main building) for a free outreach program for residents of Waretown and Barnegat to come and ask questions about flood insurance issues and Elevation Certificates.

CFM’s (Certified Floodplain Managers) will

be on site to answer your questions. Bring a copy of your flood insurance policy and your Elevation Certificate, and we will see if we can find ways for you to better protect yourself from flooding, or save you money on your flood insurance.

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WARETOWN – The Waretown Spring Wine Festival will take place on April 28, 2018 from 12-5 p.m. at the Waretown Recreation and Lake Area, 182 Wells Mill Rd. Festival goers can look forward to sampling wines from a nice variety of award-winning Garden State wineries. In addition to wine tastings, there will also be live entertain-

ment, as well as crafters, retail vendors, food vendors, and a children’s play area.

The festival will be held Saturday, April 28 and Sunday, April 29, rain or shine.

Early bird tickets are $20 per day or $30 for the weekend. On the day of the event, tickets are $30 per day or $40 for the weekend. Designated Drivers are free!

Canvas & Cocktails

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Grab a paintbrush and let your creativity flow! Enjoy a fun evening of art exploration, music, and laughter with the LBI Foundation of the Arts and Sciences on April 20 from 7-9 p.m.

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Arts instructor, in this unique evening of cocktails and painting. Bring your own snacks and beverages, grab your friends and paint the night away!

The cost is $30 per class. For more information, contact Jillian at 609-494-1241 or office@ lbifoundation.org.

Knocking On Heaven’s Door

LACEY – The Lacey Township Historical Society will host Medium/Intuitive Leslie Lagani on Friday, April 13 at 7 p.m. at the Museum, 126 South Main St. in Forked River.

A limited number of reservations will be ac-

cepted. The cost is $35 per person and includes light refreshments. Come out and support the Museum!

To make a reservation, call 609-971-0467 and please leave a clear message.

Kids’ Stuff Flea Market

LAKEWOOD – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will hold a Kids’ Stuff Flea Market at Ocean County Park, Route 88, Lakewood, on Saturday, May 12, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

The event is held rain or shine, is a chance to buy items related to children, including toys, games, clothing and sporting goods.

To register as a vendor, send a check for $15 payable to County of Ocean to 1198 Bandon Rd., Toms River, NJ 08753. Admission and parking are free.

Visit the website at oceancountyparks.org or call 732-506-9090 for more information. The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders sponsors the program.

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Schools Work To Keep Kids Safe During Planned Walkouts

By Chris Lundy JERSEY SHORE – It is said that everyone grieves differently. And everyone processes tragedy differently, too.

Across the country, students organized to walk out on the one month anniversary of the shooting that claimed 17 students and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

Locally, each school had a different approach to the walkouts. With several people ar rested recently for posting threats on social media - even if they weren’t credible threats - school officials spoke about providing ways for students to express themselves without being left vulnerable to the same kind of attack that they were gathering in remembrance of.

Michael Dillon, the director of guidance and operations for the Freehold Regional School Dist r ict, said that they didn’t want students to walk out of class but respected their freedom of expression. It was a security concern, so additional police were on hand.

“It’s harder to protect students on a football field rather than inside a brick building,” he said. Still, students weren’t going to be penalized as long as they participated in an event instead of just leaving campus.

Instead, students were urged to make their voices heard in ways that won’t affect class, such as writing to lawmakers or contacting survivors of the Parkland attacks. Some are going to visit a local congressman.

At Central Regional in Berkeley, the middle school and high school each had events, Superintendent Triantaf illos Parlapanides said. He joined the middle school walkout, with about 120 students.

“We kept them in a safe area for the 17 minutes. A student read the bio of the 17 people killed,” he said.

At the high school, there were about 100 students, he said. Additional officers were sent in to cover security, and he thanked Chief Karin DiMichele and Mayor Carmen Amato for their support.

“Chief DiMichele did an amazing job

and is a tremendous asset to the school and community,” he said.

Jackson schools held a moment of silence. The students also had options of going outside or staying in, said spokesperson Allison Erwin. At the high schools, there were places set aside outside that was away from public view for safety reasons. At the middle schools, the library was the dedicated spot, but some just sat quietly by their lockers.

The students’ remembrances mostly took the form of silent ref lection, but there were a few high schoolers who wanted to say a few words, she said.

Brick Township schools sent out a joint letter from the principals of the high schools stating that, due to safety reasons, the district and the police department decided not to participate in walkouts.

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“Our role as educators is to teach our students how to actively engage in civic conversations and the importance of participating respectfully and responsibly in a call to action to voice their concern,” the letter stated.

John Fiorentino, principal at Russell O. Brackman Middle School in Barnegat, wrote a letter to parents addressing the safety of students during the highly publicized national walkouts. “ Ba r negat a d m i n ist r at ion value s student voice and civic engagement, therefore, this is something we need to let them participate in without consequence,” he wrote.

Any event outside the building would be considered unsafe and would not be permitted, he said. Instead, a moment of silence and a reading of the names was going to be had. Students were also encouraged to perform 17 random acts of kindness.

“Wednesday is a day to “Walk Up – Not Out,” he wrote. “We are encouraging students to walk up; walk up to the kid who sits alone at lunch and invite him to your group; walk up to the kid who sits quietly in the corner of the room and sit next to her, smile and say “Hi;” walk up to someone who has different views than you and get to know them.”

Students were encouraged to share their #WalkUpNotOut moments on Twitter, and told that they would be supported as long as they didn’t advocate a political position of any kind.

Toms River Regional Schools also grappled with how to handle walkouts in a situation that could potentially put children in harm’s way. They published a press release detailing security guidelines set out by the State Commissioner of Education and the New Jersey School Boards Association.

“Conversations between high school staff and students have included making sure any event would not be disruptive or violate district policies. Schools will follow established protocols regarding student attendance and behavior, and students will neither be required to nor denied the opportunity to peacefully participate in any activity established for that per iod,” the release stated.

“Many teachers see this as an opportunity for learning and to promote student voice, an essential part of the school curriculum. School counselors have been especially mindful of student concerns and are “first responders” when it comes to mental health.”

A prayer service was held at Donovan Catholic High School in Toms River. It included a student-led prayer, a skit of a father and daughter reunited after the shootings, and an original song.

It also included a call to action for gun control legislation and mental health reform, and a reaffirmation in the power of prayer. The names of the 17 lives lost were read, and a candle was lit for each.

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County Budget Up Again; Taxes Expected To Decrease

By Jennifer Peacock TOMS RIVER – Ocean County taxpayers will see a slight decrease in their county taxes in 2018.

For at least the second year in a row, taxes will decrease: even a half-cent decrease is going in the right direction, Ocean County Freeholder John Bartlett said. While no services saw an expansion, no services were cut.

With Winter Storm Quinn raging outside, the Freeholders introduced their $416.1 million budget March 7. A public hearing will be held 4 p.m. April 4 at the county administration building.

“This board is following through on our commitment to lower the county property tax rate as we recover from the losses of the great recession and Superstorm Sandy,” Bartlett said. “Last year we decreased the tax rate by 1/10th of a cent and this year we will decrease it by half a cent to 34.7 cents per $100 of equalized value.

“This is the direction we would like to follow,” he said in presenting the proposed budget to the board on Feb. 28. “As our ratables rise we will gradually reduce the tax rate.”

The budget comes in $6 million under the 2 percent cap (The state requires that budgets do not increase more than this).

The overall budget is up $8.1 million. The

amount raised by taxation is up 1.29 percent, to $346.5 million.

County property values increased almost three percent, to $99.8 billion.

“And while we are seeing those values gradually increase, we are still $9 billion below the 2009 values when the economy took a downturn,” Bartlett said. “Coupling that with Superstorm Sandy three years later, we saw a major loss in the county.

That is now beginning to turn around.”

Bartlett said the county’s surplus in 2018 is $55.4 million. The proposed budget includes about $22 million from surplus.

“In order to maintain our AAA bond rating, 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.

“We have to build one year’s budget with an eye toward what it means for the future,” Bartlett said.

This year’s budget will use more cash – $25 million – for capital expenditures so the county doesn’t have to bond for items such as trucks or heavy equipment.

Shore Scramble Golf Tournament

LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Freeholder John C. Bartlett, Jr., announces that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation is sponsoring a Golf Scramble Tournament/Outing for adults and seniors at the Ocean County Golf Course at Atlantis, Little Egg Harbor.

The tournament is on Thursday, May 3.

Check-in at 7:30 a.m. The fee is $35 per person and includes green fees, cart, hot dog lunch, bucket of balls on the range and awards. The rain date is Tuesday, May 8.

Please be available both days. The program is #113494-3A.

Awards will be given for longest drive and closest to the pin. A putting contest will be held at the turn.

To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to: Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with the program #.

To receive more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter call 732-5069090 or visit our website at oceancounty parks.org. The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders sponsors this event.

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TOMS RIVER – Join us at the RWJBarnabas Health Arena on April 21 at 3 p.m. for the Disney Junior Dance Party on Tour!

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Our Gang Presents: Disney’s Aristocats, Jr.

BARNEGAT – Our Gang Players, Inc. is pleased to announce that Disney’s Aristocats, Jr. will be presented by our delightful junior members at the Bengal Theater at Barnegat High School.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The Connection Between Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Thyroid

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

There are many reasons that you might be tired and suffering with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). To be clear, CFS is not the kind of fatigue that goes away after you’ve rested, this is a persistent type of weakness that is inexplicable, unrelenting and disabling.

CFS has been pinned on Epstein-Barr (EBV) and human herpes virus 6 (HHV6), parasites, mycotoxins, mold, adrenal dysfunction, nutrient deficiencies and much more. But new research published in March 2018 in Frontiers of Endocrinology has uncovered a rather obvious link, one that has the potential to change your life dramatically, and in a good way!

Chronic fatigue impacts about 2.5 million people in the United States who deal with it, but live in an awful state of exhaustion, brain fog, dizziness and muscle pain or weakness. Attempts to treat it with antibiotics, stimulants, sleeping pills and antidepressants have left millions of people adversely affected by the drugs and still feeling pretty dreadful, perhaps only marginally better, but certainly not cured.

I’m confident, especially now, that thyroid medication holds the key to getting better if you have CFS. Scientists in the Netherlands and in Spain got together and inferred that CFS could be a result of low thyroid (T3) hormone levels, independent of the TSH. To test the theory they looked at 197 people, of which 98 had been diagnosed with CFS and 99 were not.

After comparing thyroid function, and biomarkers of inflammation, the researchers

found that the people with CFS had dramatically lower levels of important thyroid hormones, including triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) but surprisingly they had normal TSH levels.

This means that your TSH could appear normal on a lab test, but your T3 could be lower due to poor activation (which means that the T4 isn’t converting to T3 fast enough). This means that you would have all the symptoms of low thyroid (and it will not be detected if the doctor just looks at your TSH levels) and let me remind you, this is what most do, they just look at TSH levels and nothing more!

There are many reasons for poor T3 activation, and I wrote a book on this topic called, Thyroid Healthy. It’s on Amazon. I also have an ebook I can share for free if you sign up for my newsletter at my website. The folks with CFS happened to produce higher amounts of reverse T3 (rT3) which sadly is like your hibernation hormone. It slows you down, it basically puts you to sleep. It’s not biologically active like T3. To read more about this go to my website and use the search box to find the article called, “Measure Reverse T3 and Get Thyroid Healthy.”

This critical research means that people with CFS are likely suffering from an underlying thyroid problem and could benefit dramatically from simple affordable medications like Compounded T3, Cytomel or other forms of T3 medication. The T4 drugs like Levothyroxine will not be of benefit and might exacerbate the problem due to more rT3 formation.

(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) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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TUCKERTON – Join the Tuckerton Branch of the Ocean County Library, 380 Bay Ave for events throughout the month of April. All programs are free and require registration on our website, theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling 609-296-1470.

Adults and Friends: April 2, 6 p.m.: “Wonder” Free PG Movie.

This is the incredibly inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who enters fifth grade, attending a mainstream elementary school for the fi rst time. Please see the printed Ocean County Library Brochure, the Tuckerton Branch’s printed calendar, or call 609-296-1470 for more information on the movie selection. 113 min. REG. April 5 and 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.: Art Chat.

All are welcome.

April 9, 6 p.m.: Milton Hershey School: Informational Seminar. Come learn about

Tuckerton Branch April Calendar this cost-free school for promising children from low income families. Information about MHS programs, benefits, and the application process will be provided. Refreshments will be served. Hosted by Stacey Spangenburg, Admissions Counselor. REG. April 16, 6 p.m.: PoeTiles. Make and take a poem of your own with Tuckerton poet and writer Jeanne Sutton. Light refreshments. REG, April 23, 7 p.m.: Ikebana Japanese Flower Arranging. Glenys Baulderstone has studied this particular school of flower arranging, while living in Japan. She will demonstrate how to make arrangements in both the Morigana and Nageire styles. Sponsored by the Tuckerton Library Association. REG. April 26, 7 p.m.: Open House. Join us for a special evening as the Tuckerton Library Association hosts their annual Open House.

Tuckerton Town Historian and author Sam

Liefried will be presenting on how Tuckerton residents survived during the Great Depression. Meet and mingle with fellow neighbors as you learn local history. Light Refreshments will be served. REG. April 30, 6 p.m.: Free PG-13 Movie. U.K. Prime Minister Winston Churchill must rally the nation to war against the Nazis.

Please see the printed Ocean County Library Brochure, the Tuckerton Branch’s printed calendar, or call 609-296-1470 for more information on the movie selection.

125 min. REG. Children: April 3, 11:30 a.m.: April Showers. Listen to springtime stories and grow a garden of straw flowers. Ages 0-5. REG. April 3, 3 p.m.: April Flowers. Create a bouquet of flowers that won’t wilt away.

Ages 6 and up. REG. April 10, 11:30 a.m.: If Elephants Wore

Pants. Stomp in for some elephant tales and crafts. Ages 2-5. REG. April 17, 11:30 a.m.: Say Cheese. Pop in for some cheesy stories, crafts and a surprise cheesy treat. Ages 2-5. REG. April 17, 3 p.m.: Gouda the Library. Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Day with a cheesy treat. Ages 6 and up. REG. April 24, 11:30 a.m.: Budding Artists.

Finger paint a garden exploding with color.

Ages 2-5. REG. April 28. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: How Does your Garden Grow Drop-In Craft. Decorate your garden with rock creatures and more.

All ages.

Book Discussion: April 12, 3:30 p.m.: Youth Book Discussion. Special guest, accomplished poet Jeanne Sutton, will be on tap to explore poetry using magnetic tiles to create your own masterpiece. Ages 7-16. REG.

The Southern Ocean Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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R.C. Shea & Assoc.

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By Michael Deem Esq., of R.C. Shea and Associates If your phone rings once and then stops, fraud involving phony think twice before returning the call. It messages on answermay be a SCAM! ing machines urging Michael J. Deem Some wireless consumers receive calls you to call a number from phone numbers with three-digit with an unfamiliar area area codes that appear to be domestic, but code to collect a fake are actually associated with international prize or find out about pay-per-call phone numbers. These calls a “sick” relative. often disconnect after one ring to try Tips to avoid the scam: to tempt consumers to return the call.

• Check any unfamilTherefore, if you receive a call like this iar area codes before returning calls. and do not recognize the number of the • Be aware that many 3-digit area codes incoming call, do not return the call. (mostly in the Caribbean) connect callers If you do, you may be connected to an to international telephone numbers. international hotline than can charge a • If you do not otherwise make interfee for connecting, along with significant national calls, ask your local or wireless per-minute fees if they can keep you on phone company to block outgoing interthe phone. These charges may show up national calls on your line. on your bill as premium services.

Remember, you should always be cauHow the scam works tious even if a number appears authentic.

Your wireless phone rings once or twice Criminals may also engage in caller ID before the call is disconnected. The num- “spoofing” - deliberately falsifying the ber that appears in your wireless phone information transmitted to your caller ID log as a missed call appears to be a U.S display to disguise their identity. Bottom area code, but is actually a three-digit line: Avoid answering or returning any international area code. If you return calls from unfamiliar area codes or calls the call you will be connected to a phone you suspect may be spoofed. number outside the United States, often What to do if you are a victim of this in Canada or the Caribbean, and charged scam: expensive international call rates. (For If you are billed for a call you made example, “649” goes to the Turks and as a result of this scam, fi rst try to reCaicos, “809” goes to the Dominican solve the matter with your telephone Republic, “284” goes to the British Vir- company. If you are unable to resolve gin Islands, and “876” goes to Jamaica.) it directly, you can fi le a free complaint This scam appears to be a variation of with the FCC.

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Registration For OCC Spring & Summer Classes Now Open

TOMS RIVER – Register today for spring and summer classes at Ocean County College! If you’ve been thinking about attending college, don’t put it off a moment longer. Register early for the best selection of classes. Apply today and take that first step to getting a college education.

7.5 week spring and summer accelerated terms: Spring Accelerated Term: Register now through March 30 (classes run March 26-May 14) First Summer Accelerated Term: Register now

through May 20 (classes run May 21-July 12) Second Summer Accelerated Term: Register now through July 12 (classes run July 13-Septemeber 2) Summer terms: First Five Week Term: Register now through May 20 (classes run May 21-June 26) Ten Week Term: Register now through May 20 (classes run May 21-August 1) Second Five Week Term: Register now through

June 26 (classes run June 27-August 1) Post Session: Register now through August 5 (classes run August 6-29) Evening and weekend classes are held on the OCC Main Campus in Toms River, at the OCC Southern Education Center in Manahawkin, and at off-campus locations throughout Ocean County. Online classes are also available.

Applications are being accepted. Course

schedules can be viewed online at ocean.edu.

New students must register in person. For some courses, students may be required to take the College Placement Test. New full-time students must complete orientation prior to registering.

For information, visit the Registration & Records Office, Administration Building, (Bldg. #1), Main Campus, College Drive, Toms River, or call 732-255-0304. (Call the Southern Education Center in Manahawkin at 609-978-2077.)

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent

Help Wanted

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Looking For Female 55+ community in Toms River - To share 2 bedroom home, $800/mo. Includes all utilities, cable/internet. Avail May 1. Please call Sharon, 732600-3377 or leave message.

(15)

Turn Your Summer Job Into a Career! - Kaman’s Art Shoppes is hiring artists and photographers for our location at an amusement park in Jackson, NJ. No experience is necessary. We will train! Must be available to work a flexible schedule.

For more information, please email whitneyg@kamansjobs.com or apply online at www.kamansjobs.com. (18)

The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River - Is hiring for multiple full time and part time positions! We provide a warm, loving environment for children ages from 6 weeks to 6 years. We are looking for fun, energetic teachers. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-6pm. Looking to hire immediately. Salary based on experience.

Benefits include Paid time off, 401K, and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about our available positions or to set up an interview call 732363-5530 or email your resume to dtomsriver2nj2@goddardschools.com.

Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service.

Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400.

Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391.

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Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned. References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900.

Tommy call 609-661-1657. (38)

Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat.

Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low winter rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or 732-814-4851. Thank you.

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Furnished Home - To share in Holiday City. $750/month - utilities, cable/internet included. You get private bedroom and bathroom. Security required. Female preferred. 732-977-7321.

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Mobile For Sale Mobile Home For Sale - Located at West Bay Village, Manahawkin off of Rt. 9, 1988, manufactured by Kropf, 12 X 35, 1 BA, 1 BR with walk-in closet & extra door to bathroom, Kit/ LR combo, screened porch, deck off slider in LR, private street. Asking $3,000. CALL 908-638-5099. (15)

Auto For Sale 2007 Chevy Impala - 88,000 miles. $5,200.Ask for Larry 732-281-0807. (15) 2012 Chevy Impala - LT. V6. Auto.

Air. All power. 92K. Cruise. CD, Moon roof. Holiday City. Senior owner. $7,200. 732-604-2704. (15)

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, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) WE BUY USED CARS - Any condition, any make, any year. We also specialize in buying Classic Porshe, Mercedes and Jaguar running or not, DEAD OR ALIVE. 609-598-3622. (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-abrac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (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)

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Europian lady - American citizen. Honest, faithful looking for serious man 65-80 years old to build stable relationship with love, trust. 973-204-0108.

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Misc.

Silver Ridge Clubhouse Flea Market first Thursday of every month.

Lanoka Harbor Firehouse Co.1 Route 9 & Warren Ave Flea Market first Saturday of each month.

For more info call 848-251-3329. (t/n)

Full Time Cook - The Pines is looking for a Full Time cook to prepare and cook meals for our independent, assisted living, and skilled nursing residents. We require 1 year of cooking experience, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.

Candidates must be flexible to work both breakfast and dinner shifts and must be available to work weekends.

We offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, PTO time, and 401(K) with employer match. Please apply in person to: The Pines, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepines atwhiting.org. 732-849-2047. EOE. (t/n) Housecleaners Wanted - $15/Hour (Lavallette). The Ocean Beach Rental Agency is now hiring responsible, friendly, people to clean summer rental properties. We provide all supplies and equipment. This is a full summer commitment. Saturdays are required. Apply in Person any day between 10am and 4pm at the Ocean Beach Rental Agency located at 3170 Route 35 North in Lavallette, NJ Questions? Call Brenda: 732-793-7272.

A valid driver’s license and personal transportation is required. Pay is on the books, not in cash. No exceptions. (17) Experienced Landscaper - Who has experience in all areas of residential landscaping. 30-40 hours a week.

No lawn cutting. Own transportation. Brick 732-678-7584. (t/n) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. msangelabove@comcast. net. 732-766-4425, Ask for Mel. (14) AVIAN Is Seeking A Lead Test Engineer - To support test and evaluation (T&E) of the US Navy’s Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) systems, on behalf of the Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Program Office (PMA-251). For a full job description, please visit our website at www. avianllc.com. Position ID #1432. (16) 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) CNA/CHHA - The Pines is looking for experienced CNA’s/CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing units. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further! Part Time 11-7 C N A – E/O weekend/or weekend package Skilled Nursing Unit.

1 FT 3-11 CHHA (e/o weekend) 1 position – Assisted Living.

1 PT 11-7 CHHA (e/o weekend) (1 Position – Assisted Living.

Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7, Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month.

Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions.

Full Time positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, Paid Time Off and 401(K) with generous match after 1 year. Apply in Person to: The Pines , 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (t/n)

Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers am and pm shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. 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 $9/hr. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (t/n) LPN – Every weekend (32 Hours/ bi-weekly Pay). The Pines is looking for two compassionate RN’s to provide care to residents in our skilled nursing/rehab community. Minimum 1-2 years experience required as well as experience with EMR. One RN 7-3 (30 hours a week e/o. Excellent starting weekend rate. For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732849-2047 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (t/n) Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners.

Call Dave 732-657-4421.

(47) Registered Nurse – 30 Hours a week The Pines is looking for two compassionate RN’s to provide care to residents in our skilled nursing/rehab community. Minimum 1-2 years experience required as well as experience with EMR. One RN 7-3 (30 hours a week e/o Competitive starting rate and excellent benefits package including health, dental, life, vision, PTO time, and 401(K).

Part Time or Per Diem RN positions available on 3-11 shift. For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732849-2047 or email resume to rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (t/n)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. See our 2018 specials on our website. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor.

Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n)

Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (17) Cleaning Lady - Insured. I clean one house a day so that I can give your home the attention and care it deserves.

I only have a few openings left, so call while they are still available. References (15) upon request. 848-210-5710.

Removal Service and More - We Haul It All! Yard waste, household junk, trees/shrubs, furniture, appliances, metals, construction debris, concrete, dirt/sand and stone.

Also specializing in Landscaping, masonry and all fields of construction. Serving Ocean County area.

Call now! 732-998-4725. (18) Caregiver - Registered nurse with 25 years Ukraine experience, 15 years as US caregiver. Will do shopping, housekeeping, cooking, medication supervision, etc. Non-smoker.

Live-in or live-out. Call Lucy 732657-1409 or 732-833-3273. (17)

Gardening For Seniors - Specialize in maintaining and planting home gardens at reasonable costs. Replacement plants, perennials, bird and garden supplies. Organic plantcare. Help for DIY’s. Richard and Joe, experienced master gardeners.

732-232-8144. Free garden advice. (16)

Accounting and Tax Services LLC Tax preparation and small business accounting. Reasonable rates.

732-506-9272. 1201 Rt. 37 East, Toms River, NJ 08753.

(15) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties!

Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725.

(12) Joan’s Gentle Dog Training - In home sessions. Positive partnership, learning. Communicate and connected with your dog. No Aversives. Call 908-759-1196.

(17)

Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) BUY DIRECT FLOORING - 26oz. commercial and DuPont stainmaster carpet $12 yd.installed. RITZ Luxury Vinyl $2.75ft.installed.

Quality remnants. Free no pressure estimates 732-504-9286.

(14) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (20) P o l i s h W o m a n W a n t s To Clean Your House - 732-7949555. Free Estimates.

(16) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

(11) Personal Care Companion For You DL, car, home health aid license. Great references. Experience Live-in, liveout, any county. 973-204-0108. (17)

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FUN & GAMES

SUDOKU

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Across 1 Splitting target 5 Taqueria adjective 10 Heavy wind?

14 Splitting 16 Author Blyton 17 Degree seekers 18 Hendrix hairdo 19 Alert follower, perhaps 20 They may be spilled 22 Reason for many a school absence 24 “In __, I know not why I am so sad”: “The Merchant of Venice” 25 ‘90s Philippine president Fidel 28 JAMA subscribers 30 It merged with SAG in 2012 32 Cal’s “East of

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43 Performed, in Shakespeare 44 __ scheme 46 “The Other Side of Oz” autobiographer 48 Buddy 50 Sticks around 54 Eclectic magazine 55 Hardly a light sixpack?

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Author Was In Presence Of Greatness When Writing Patt y Duke Book

By Jennifer Peacock hen you do the math, you r e a l i z e Bi l l Ja n k o w s k i c o u l d n’t have seen The Patty D uk e Show when it aired in the early ‘60s. He belongs to that micro-generation stuffed between Gen Xers and Millennials that hasn’t been christened with an official moniker.

(Someone suggested Xennials.) And like many children –Photo courtesy Bill Jankowski of that generation, Patty Duke and Bill Jankowski worked on their book he fell in love with shows from long ago watching reruns on “Call me stupid or call her a great actress, Nick at Nite, where today, Full House, but I really thought she was two different Friends and Two and Half Men are con- people,” Jankowski recalled himself thinksidered old school. ing as a child watching the original show.

So as a child in the late ‘80s, Jankowski He knew Patty was Patty, but thought feasted on old episodes of The Patty Duke Cathy was an entirely different actress.

Show. He watched other projects of hers, He estimates that over the years, he probincluding The Miracle Worker. ably met with Duke at least 30 times in the Twenty years ago, the 17-year-old Jan- course of their friendship. At some point, kowski found Duke’s contact information the friendship grew that he would stay in a book at Barnes & Noble, and wrote with Duke and her family at their Coeur her a letter in which he included his email d’Alene, Idaho, home. address.

“I knew from seeing her on talk shows, “So I sent off the letter, and didn’t tell I could see her sense of humor through anyone about it,” Jankowski said in a phone that, she had a very biting sense of humor,” call from his Pennsylvania home. “Four or Jankowski recalled. But sometimes with five days later I received an email from her celebrities, what you see isn’t always what husband [Michael Pearce] saying it was the you get. “Through the emails…she was nicest fan letter she had ever gotten. Here’s very self-deprecating but not insulting to our email. Let’s stay in touch.” herself. She had a good sense of humor.

And they did, so much so that Duke She acted very maternal, and you could would refer to Jankowski as her “godson” tell that even in the email. to friends, and collaborate with him on a “When I met her, I wasn’t nervous. I was book of her decades’ worth of memories excited about meeting her, but somehow in Hollywood. The book, In the Presence I knew I wouldn’t be disappointed,” Janof Greatness: My Sixty-Year Journey as an kowski said.

Actress, came out in February.

When he fi nally met Duke in person, she Duke, called by her fi rst name Anna by was dressed in character as Patty Lane. those closest to her, including Jankowski, Jankowski was holding Duke’s dog, a little died March 29, 2016 at the age of 69. Media Yorkie, when he was introduced to her by reported the cause as sepsis. She had been one of the producers of the movie. sick for a long time.

“She looked at me with that sweet face Their interactions were shaped by the and said, ‘Oh, there you are!’ And she technology available at that time. Before gave me a big bear hug. Then she let go they even met in person, Jankowski got and said, ‘What the hell, you came all the Duke to agree to a three-hour AOL cha- way to Canada,’ and she gave me another troom. She created a “fake” username big bear hug,” Jankowski said. for the night and fielded questions from So as the years passed and their friendthe approximately 35 people Jankowski ship blossomed, Duke would share stories invited to the chat. Duke’s husband acted about her time in Hollywood. It was one as transcriptionist.

Christmas in Idaho, after helping Anna Jankowski finally got to meet Duke in per- and Mike put up their Christmas tree, that son in Montreal, where she was shooting Jankowski got up the nerve to ask Duke her show’s reunion movie, The Patty Duke something in her kitchen.

Show: Still Rockin’ In Brooklyn Heights in “I said, ‘Anna, you’ve been telling me 1999. She reprised her dual role as cousins all these stories all these years about Patty Lane and Cathy Lane, and the origi- all these people you’ve worked with or (Book - See Page 23) nal cast joined her.

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Stafford Branch Library April Calendar

STAFFORD – Join the Stafford Branch Library for events for adults, teens, and children throughout the month of April!

Adult programs: April 2,9,16,23 and 30, 11 a.m. and April 8, 15, 22, and 29, 3 p.m.: English Conversation Group. Practice your English speaking skills in a friendly group environment. All welcome.

April 4, 1 p.m.: Brain Games. Adults participate in a range of mental exercises designed to keep their minds sharp. REG. April 4, 6:30 p.m.: Adulting 101: Financial Basics. Get expert advice on managing your financial life from Matthew Dales, a representative from Shore Community Bank. This program is part of our Adulting 101 Series.

Every month learn a different life skill at the library! These classes are intended for adults ages 18-30.

April 5, 10:30 a.m.: Friends Adventure: Ikebana Japanese Flower Arranging. Glenys Baulderstone presents a wonderful program on arranging live flowers. Sponsored by The Friends of the Stafford Library. REG. April 5 and 12, 1-3 p.m. and April 7 and 21, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: String of Purls – Knit/ Crochet. Needle art lovers whether you’re just learning or already know how, join our group to knit, crochet, embroider, crewel and needlepoint. For beginners, bring size 8, 9 or 10 knitting needles and light-colored 4 ply worsted yarn. To crochet bring the same yarn and a size “G”, “H” or “I” crochet hook.

April 9 and 23, 1:30-4 p.m.: Rutgers Cooperative Extension Ocean County Master Gardeners Help. The Rutgers Cooperative Extension (RCE) Ocean County Master Gardener team will be available to answer any questions you may have. Bring in your dying or diseased cuttings for diagnosis and remedies. The Master Gardeners will be at the library throughout the summer so be sure to check our calendar for these dates and times.

April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, and 16, 9:30 a.m.1p.m.: Cancer: Thriving and Surviving Work-

shop. The Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance will be offering a free workshop series geared for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers.

This free six-session workshop is designed to help families and individuals learn various ways to cope with the challenges of cancer.

Each participant will receive a companion book and a CD (Mind and Body) as well as learn about local resources. Please register for the first date of the series to reserve your place.

April 11, 6:30 p.m.: SCORE Workshop: Promoting Your Business with Social Media. This month’s program is “Promoting your Company with Social Media” with Tom Forgione of Web Alliance International Agency, LLC. Tom is an expert in marketing, a most engaging speaker, and he will help you improve your business.

This program presented in partnership with SCORE of Ocean County.

April 12, 10 a.m.: Color Crazy. Drop in for some coloring fun. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own. No artistic ability required. All are welcome.

April 13, 20, and 27, 12:30-4 p.m.: Mah Jongg April 16, 3 p.m.: Blackout Poetry. Come celebrate National Poetry Month by learning to “write” blackout poetry. This creative form of poetry takes a page out of someone else’s book and lets you make it your own! REG. April 18, 3-4:30 p.m.: Make It! Toilet Paper Roll Wreath. Toilet paper roll crafts are no longer just for kids! Create a beautiful wreath to celebrate the start of spring! Supplies will be provided. REG. April 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.: Writers Group.

Come write with us! Some computers will be available and there will be space to plug in your laptop. REG. April 19, 7-8:30 p.m.: Friends of the Stafford Library Meeting. The Friends of the Stafford Library host a meeting every third Thursday of the month from 9:30 am to 12 pm, except for the months of July and August. In April, May, and June, meetings will be held from 7-8:30pm.

The December meeting is held on the first

Thursday in the morning. Join the friends to contribute to a worthy cause.

April 21, 2 p.m.: Special Feature Film: An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power. Rated PG. 100 min. Sequel to the 2006 film “An Inconvenient Truth” documents Al Gore’s fight against climate change. The movie shows Gore’s work with fellow environmentalists, and also details his behind-the-scenes efforts at the UN’s 2015 Climate Change Conference.

April 25, 6 p.m.: Feature Film: Wonder. Rated PG. 113 min. Based on the New York Times bestseller, WONDER tells the incredibly inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who enters fifth grade, attending a mainstream elementary school for the first time.

Children: April 3, 10:30 a.m.: Bouncing Babies. Lap sit rhymes and songs for our youngest library goers! Ages 0-12 months with caregiver. REG. April 4, 10:30 a.m.: Waddler Time. Rhymes, songs, and dancing for our little waddlers. Ages 13-23 months with caregiver. REG. April 5, 4 p.m.: Yoga & Mindfulness for Kids.

Join us for a little relaxation and Yoga. Ages 5-9. REG. April 5, 5 p.m.: Yoga & Mindfulness for Kids.

Join us for a little relaxation and Yoga. Ages 9-12. REG. April 6, 2-4 p.m.: Spring Carnival. It’s the third annual Spring Carnival. Drop in any time to play games, win prizes, and have snacks.

All ages.

April 10, 10:30 a.m.: Parachute Play. Join us for fun parachute games. Ages 3.5-5 years. REG. April 14, 1 p.m.: Layla: Read to a Therapy Dog. Practice reading alongside a gentle, beautiful therapy dog.

April 17, 10:30 a.m.: Preschool Storytime.

Join us for stories, songs, and a craft! Ages 3-5. REG. April 19, 4 p.m.: Science Explorers: Earth Day. Celebrate Earth Day with science. Ages 6 and up. REG. April 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.: Drop-in Craft. Join us for some fun crafts! All ages welcome.

April 23, 4 p.m.: OCL Puppet Show Players: The Bad Seed. This spring the OCL Puppet Show Players will present a show based on Jory John’s The Bad Seed. Family Program. REG. April 26, 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Time. Stories, songs and fingerplays for 2-3 year olds with caregiver. REG. April 27, 10-11:30 a.m.: Play Day. Drop-In

for some playtime and fun. Ages 1.5-6 with caregiver. REG. Family: April 6, 2-4 p.m.: Spring Carnival. Drop in any time to play games, win prizes, and have snacks. All ages.

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Play Minecraft on PC and talk about the game with other players. Please register. Ages 9-14.

April 9, 6:30 p.m.: Tween Maker Night: Woodland Creature Pencil Holders. Build a pencil holder out of sticks and make a felt animal to wrap around your pencil holder and complete the woodsy vibe. Ages 9-14. REG. April 12, 7 p.m.: DIY Teen: Poetry Book Clocks. Build a working clock on a book cover decorated with a poem, quote, or saying. All supplies will be provided. Ages 12-18. REG. April 13 and 27, 3:30 p.m.: Learn Online Classroom for Teens: American Sign Language. Program Description: Learn American Sign Language from online videos in a group to foster discussion and understanding. With an advisor, students will collaboratively study and practice ASL. REG. April 18, 6 p.m.: Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Make It! Toilet Paper Roll Wreath. Toilet paper roll crafts are no longer just for kids!

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of march 31 - april 6

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Watch your step. Keep your temper under control in the early part of the week when you could clash with someone over money.

Some romantic moments, however, may be especially sweet.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may think you have all the answers but someone else might have done more homework. A confrontation or dispute may take you down a few pegs in the week ahead.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’re only as young as you feel. You could drown in imaginative ideas or spend too much time in daydreams. Clear communication is the key to happiness in the week to come.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Be sympathetic toward those who are burdened with unpleasant routines in the week ahead.

Some things are cheaper by the dozen or in bulk; focus on an efficient use of resources.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Read the fine print. Your financial future might depend upon minute details that are indicated by an asterisk at the bottom of the page.

Make sure you calculate risks accurately this week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The lottery is a tax on those who are bad at math. Don’t take chances on risky financial projects in the week ahead or waste your money on something with poor odds.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be focused and resolute about the way you handle assets. You might have an opportunity to utilize cash assets for a good purpose. Be sure your purposes are pure in the week ahead.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Loosen up your grasp. Overprotective or possessive attitudes won’t sit well with loved ones or business contacts. Steer clear of schemes and new investments as the week unfolds.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your mind may wander when doing routine jobs or repetitive chores. Abandon creative pursuits this week in favor of punching in the numbers and balancing the books.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Been there, done that, got the T-shirt. There might not be anything new to explore but that won’t stop you from being passionate.

Focus on shared experiences this week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Stand on your own two feet. You may struggle to handle competitive people early in the week. Don’t let someone convince you to do something against your better judgment.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Fake it until you make it. Your confidence might be at a low point, but you can put on a good front. Avoid making crucial decisions without solid facts and figures in the week to come.

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Book:

Continued From Page 21 knew—people like Helen Keller, Sharon Tate, Judy Garland, Lucille Ball, Anne Bancroft—you’ve been telling me these great, wonderful stories. When you go, these stories go with you,” Jankowski said.

“People are starting to forget some of these people. We could help keep the memories alive. She really liked that idea.”

And Duke knew that Jankowski was the go-to Patty Duke expert to help with such a project. They strode down Memory Lane together in 2014, when Jankowski spent 10 days in Coeur d’Alene, recording the interviews about a list of people Jankowski came up with. They would follow up with phone calls to chat about more people or fill in information.

The fi nished product, In the Presence of Greatness: My Sixty-Year Journey as an Actress, goes chronologically from the late ‘50s to 2013, when Duke guest-starred in an episode of Glee.

There are some 80 chapters in the book, all titled after movies or other actors Duke worked with. The person Duke was most nervous to speak about, Jankowski said, was Sharon Tate, Duke’s costar in the 1967 film Valley Of The Dolls. The two became close during filming, and maintained that closeness until Tate’s death Aug. 9, 1969.

Duke said Tate was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside.

The two would catch up with each other while Tate’s husband, Roman Polanski, was away on business. Polanski and Tate

were actually to have purchased Duke’s Los Angeles home, but that deal fell through. They instead rented 10050 Cielo Drive, where Tate and four others— Wojciech Frykowski, Abigail Folger, Jay Sebring, and Steven Parent—were murdered by the Manson “Family.”

Tate had asked Duke to dinner that night, but she declined. She had strep throat and didn’t want to get her friend or her unborn baby sick. So while they didn’t share dinner that night, they did share something else: maid Winifred Chapman, who had worked for Duke and was working for Tate as well. Chapman is the one who discovered the murder scene.

“You’d have to build a football field with all the people who were supposed to be there that night,” Jankowski said Duke recalled.

The book was put on the back burner when Duke fell ill and ultimately died.

But several months after her passing, Duke’s husband, Michael Pearce, gave Jankowski his blessing to forge on. He had all he needed with the interviews Duke gave; now he just needed told mold it into something readable.

“I think she’d be very proud of [the book].

The chapters I had emailed to her, she was very, very happy with,” Jankowski said.

“She felt I had captured her voice very well. And she said, ‘It sounds like me.’”

“Well, it is you.”

More information can be found at pattydukebook.com. In the Presence of Greatness: My Sixty-Year Journey as an Actress is available through online booksellers now.

wolfgang puck’s kitchen Fresh Take: Celebrate The Arrival Of Spring With A New Look At Asparagus

By Wolfgang Puck

Spring is officially here. For many of us, it has seemed like a long time coming. Even in my hometown of Los Angeles, the past month has brought us long stretches of windy days and nighttime temperatures that have dropped to just a few degrees above freezing.

So, when springtime arrives and the weather starts warming up even a little, it really does feel miraculous - especially when new seasonal vegetables begin appearing in farmers’ markets, from locally grown asparagus to peas to the first fresh fava beans to tender, young leafy greens. In celebration of these arrivals, I’d like to share one of my favorite new recipes featuring asparagus: a fresh-tasting, Japanese-inspired salad that my catering team and I recently served at the Governors Ball celebration following the Academy Awards ceremony just a couple of weeks ago.

I find that bright, slightly sharp Asian seasonings like those featured in the dressing for this appetizer salad are perfect complements to the particularly fresh flavor of springtime asparagus, which can taste so much sweeter, milder and greener than the earthier flavor of the spears you find on sale year-round in many markets.

Almost all of the ingredients are fairly easy to find. Bottles of sharp, clean-flavored, unseasoned rice vinegar are usually shelved in the vinegar section of most well-stocked markets. You’ll find rich-tasting, salty (yet mild and sweet) white miso paste, made from fermented soybeans combined with rice, in many supermarkets in both refrigerated and unrefrigerated forms; once opened, store it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for many months. Slices of sweet, spicy and tangy pickled ginger, the sort served alongside sushi, is sold in jars in many markets; and you can often buy small containers of it found alongside prepared packages of sushi in supermarket “grab-and-go” sections.

The only ingredient you may find a little harder to locate is the sansho pepper, a packaged Japanese seasoning made from the berries of a shrub called prickly ash, which have a citrusy flavor. If you don’t have an Asian market nearby, buy it online; or just substitute a little ground Szechuan or black pepper.

With all the ingredients on hand, you’ll find the recipe very easy to prepare. Take care to trim the asparagus, trimming off the tough ends and peeling any thick skin so you can enjoy as much of each spear as possible.

And be sure not to overcook the asparagus, immersing it in salted boiling water for just 10 seconds or so and then, after draining, immediately plunging the spears into ice water to stop the cooking at the tender-crisp

stage and keep the color a bright green that’s a perfect expression of the newly arrived season.

ASIAN ASPARAGUS SALAD Serves 4 1 bunch jumbo asparagus, about 1 pound (500 g) 1/4 cup (60 mL) unseasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons white miso 2 tablespoons Japanese-style pickled sushi ginger 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce 3/4 cup (185 mL) canola oil 1 cup (250 mL) cherry tomatoes, cut in halves 1/2 bunch watercress, separated into small sprigs, thick stems discarded 2 teaspoons olive oil Kosher salt 6 red radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced Ground sansho pepper (available at Japanese markets), Szechuan pepper or freshly ground black pepper 1 package edible pesticide-free organic f lowers (available at well-stocked supermarkets) Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and fill a bowl with ice cubes and water.

Meanwhile, use a sharp knife to trim the cut ends of the asparagus; then, with a vegetable peeler, peel the tough skin from the bottom quarter to third of each stalk. Cut the stalks crosswise in half.

Add the asparagus to the boiling water, and cook for 10 seconds. Drain and immediately immerse the asparagus in the ice water.

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