2019-02-09 - The Toms River Times

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Big Box Stores Giving Way To Smaller Shops

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – There is a national trend where large stores close and are replaced by smaller shops and businesses focused on service, and it might happen in Toms (Shops - See Page 2)

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–Photo courtesy Ocean County Scanner News, inset photo by Chris Lundy The Sears building was being demolished recently. Inset: There were few items on the shelves – and few customers - during Kmart’s final sales.

Eagle Ridge Neighbors Given Month To Build Case

By Jennifer Peacock TOMS RIVER – It’s at least a temporary victory for residents of t he Fa i r way s at Lake R idge adult community.

Attorneys for those homeow ners, the develope r s of t he Eagle R idge Golf C ou r se, a nd L a ke w o o d To w n s h i p ’s Planning Board made t h e i r c a s e s b e fo r e Super ior Cour t Assignment Judge Marlene Lynch Ford on a recent af ter noon, m e r e h o u r s b efo r e t he ap pl icat ion for the development of –Photo by Jennifer Peacock the golf course was Historic Courtroom 1 was not packed as expected for Judge Marlene Lynch to be heard before the Ford’s decision on whether the Eagle Ridge development application hearing planning board. could move forward.

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Overnight Homeless Shelter Opens Before Temps Hit Freezing

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER - The Township Council raised the temperat ure that an overnight shelter for homeless can open during cold weather and urged the state to do the same.

The State Code Blue law opens up shelters when the temperature reaches 32 degrees with precipit at ion , or 25 deg rees w it hout precipitation. There were times, recently, when the temperat ure was in the high 20s, without any rain or snow, so that means that (Shelter - See Page 4)

Toms River Woman Teaches “Intro To A Long Life 101”

By Patricia A. Miller TOMS RIVER - Marie T. Savignano has some thoughts for all of us who hope to live long lives.

Her advice? Don’t abuse your body and eat healthy foods. It seems to have worked for the Spring Oak resident in Toms River. She recently turned 101.

“I don’t make a pig out of myself, but I do like my ice cream,” she said with a smile.

She has few medical problems, considering her age. She was diagnosed with macular degeneration twenty years ago and has some kidney disease. She can’t see out of her right eye at all.

But that hasn’t kept her from one of her favorite pastimes. She loves to read, especially anything written by Danielle Steele. She even (101- See Page 17)

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Shops: Continued From Page 1 River, too.

W hen big chains go u nder, small towns feel the pinch. Recently, Toys R Us, K mar t and Sears have closed t hei r Toms R iver locat ions ( K ma r t purchased Sears in 2005).

Township planner David Roberts said that he had not received anything to indicate any plans for the Toys R Us or Kmart properties.

The Ocean County Mall had plans approved in October of 2018 to knock down Sears and replace it with a “lifestyle center,” comprised of three buildings totaling 97,679 feet of retail space that would be built on the eastern side of the property fronting Oak Avenue.

It would make it a destination site - a retailing trend that combines a shopping center or mixed-use commercial development with leisu re amenities - desig ned to entice shoppers f rom other communities. At that October meeting, an attorney for the development estimated that the project could be completed in about 18 months.

The former Sears property is moving along, in that the building was demolished. The Ocean County Mall may not yet have Resolution Compliance, Roberts said.

Resolution Compliance is, in general terms, a checklist of items that a builder submits to a town before they are approved to begin building.

Roberts suggested that the mall might be wait i ng on approval f rom st at e agencies.

At a recent Township Council meeting, the liquor license that used to belong to the Surf Club in Ortley Beach was transferred to a BJ’s Brewhouse being built on the mall property.

It should come as no sur prise that these big chains felt pressure with online sales, particularly Amazon.

The township’s business administ rator, Don Guardian, had said any business that replaces a big center like Kmart will have to be something that you can’t get online. This is why gyms, yoga studios, offices and medical uses are more likely to move into empty properties.

“I think it is difficult for any business that competes against Amazon to sur-

vive at this point, regardless of size,” said Alizar Zorojew, executive director of the Downtown Toms River Business Improvement District. Although these sho p s a r e out sid e t he d ow nt ow n’s service area – Kmart barely so – he of fered i nsig ht on what challenges local businesses are facing and what they can do to succeed.

“The answer is in experiential retail and developing the ‘omnichannel’ for retail brands,” he explained.

“Exper iential” is broadly def ined as anything you can’t do online, like restaurants, he said, or destinations like the hatchet throwing locations, a few of which have already opened up locally.

“Omnichannel” is about bringing in sales from every avenue, not just people stopping in, he said. That way, there are ways to make money through online purchases, apps, or more.

“When you consider the omnichannel as your approach, the brick and mortar store takes on a new meaning and purpose. Your physical space becomes not just a location for sales and to showcase your products, but a place where you express an identity, provide an experience (that hopefully finds its way onto your customer’s Instagram/Snapchat/ Facebook/etc…), and cultivates brand loyalty,” he said. “Retail is not dead, it is just changing.”

The International Council on Shopping Centers educates retailers on trends.

They said the omnichannel business is a smart move in today’s economy.

“We’re seeing that people shop both brick and mortar and online and that brands with om nichan nel st rategies see success,” said Stephanie Cegielski, vice president of public relations at ICSC. “Consumers want convenience and to shop on their own terms. Retailers that are responding by creating a seamless shopping experience through bot h d ig it al a nd physical, meet i ng shoppers when and where they are at any given time – whether that’s in-store or online – stand to benefit.”

There’s no simple rule to say what municipal off icials can do to entice busi nesses to tow n, or to f ill up a vacant storefront, she said. It varies from town to town. What businesses look at is community size, tax rate, and available space.

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Code Blue wasn’t activated. So, local officials drafted an ordinance to raise the temperature for the township and also a resolution urging the state to make a change as well.

Cou ncilwoma n Lau r ie Hu r yk explained how the change came to be. She said Councilman Terrance Turnbach had first suggested raising the temperature, since freezing temperatures are still freezing, whether there’s precipitation making it worse or not. Then, Councilman George Wittmann offered to bring it up to 35 degrees, so it was above freezing.

“The resolution is to urge the state to follow our lead,” she said. The difference is that the resolution asks the state to increase it to 32 degrees.

During the meeting, Wittmann said having two different temperatures “ludicrous” and explained that it would be quicker for Toms River to make its own changes than to wait for the state to make a change.

When the decision was made, there were a few dozen people in the audience who help the homeless applauding it.

Long-time advocate Connie Pascale thanked the governing body for their “ca r i ng a nd compassionate, hu ma n response.”

Eagle: Continued From Page 1 Ford g ranted an inter im rest raint for 30 days, allowing the board to reschedule the development hearing for a March meeting.

An application to build more than 1,000 housing units on the golf course was to be presented to the board by Parke at Lakewood, an aff iliate of GDMS Holdings LLC. They are represented by Paul H. Schneider of Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla in Red Bank.

Lakewood Planning Board attorney John J. Jackson had argued against the restraint, saying no one knows how the board would move forward on the application. It is “improper for the court to step in” before the board has even heard the application or sworn testimony.

T he home ow ne r s’ a sso ciat ion is represented by Michele Donato, who is away for the month of February. In her stead for the court appearance was attorney Ronald L. Lueddeke.

“There is a substantial impact on the plaintiffs if they are not permitted to par ticipate in a meaningf ul way tonight,” Ford said. “…I’m inclined at this point to restrain the hearing for a shortened period of time so it’s not an impact upon the applicant, but secondly to allow the homeow ners to, who obviously have an interest in this, to have the opportunity to have a meaningful record developed to affirm

Bill Southrey of Haven Beat the Streets said that this is literally saving lives.

Tu r nbach t ha n ked t he volu nteer s and the staff who serve the homeless and are on the front lines of the issue.

“Without your work, none of this would be possible.”

An ordinance takes a long time to go into effect. It has to be introduced at a meeting, and then voted in at a second meeting. Then, there are 10 days before it becomes official. The ordinance was only introduced at the Jan. 23 Township Council meeting. That means that it would become law 10 days after the second reading, which would put it at the end of February.

However, business administrator Don Guardian said after the meeting that the town started following the 35 degree ordinance as if it was already official, because they didn’t want to wait that long to help people.

Following the township’s decision, Senators Rober t Singer and Thomas Kean introduced a bill that would increase the temperature to 35 degrees.

T here a re a handf ul of buildi ngs that open their doors for Code Blue.

They are the recreation building off Riverwood Drive in Toms River, the Lakewood Community Center, 20 4th Street, and Greater Bethel Church of God, 201 Martin Luther King Drive, Lakewood.

their position.”

Historic Courtroom 1 at the county just ice complex was not packed as ant icipated. Less than 20 members of the public attended, most from the Fairways community.

The homeowners had filed suit against GDMS Holdings, Lakewood Township and its planning board over the proposed development.

In attendance was “the mouth” as one homeowner called him, Frederick Robison and his wife, Patricia, Fairways residents who have been vocal against the Parke at Lakewood. They were viciously attacked in their home back in August and spent months in the hospital and rehabilitation. “Rob,” as he is known, erupted into frequent coughs and spoke slowly and deliberately. Patricia seemed upbeat but said she tires easily.

“I think Judge Ford always considers both sides carefully and thoroughly, tends to argue with the attorneys for both sides. I think that month adjournment will provide us the opportunity to f lesh out the arguments related to the mer its of the enti re case,” Rob Robison said.

Despite the attack, they plan to continue their fight.

“The reality is, the community deser ves suppor t. The communit y deserves to have an individual with my background and experience,” said Rob Robison, who was a city manager and municipal planner.

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

Petition Opposing Providing Driver’s Licenses To Illegal Aliens

Capitol Comments Senator Jim Holzapfel 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River

TRENTON - Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Dave Wolfe and Greg McGuckin of the 10th Legislative District said a new online petition is designed to give a voice to citizens who oppose Governor Phil

Murphy’s proposal to give driver’s licenses to illegal aliens in New Jersey.

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Andy Kim vices Committee,” said Congressman Kim. “My highest priority in Congress is meeting the needs of New Jer sey’s T h i rd District and securing a seat on the Ar med Ser vices Committee is an important fi rst step toward doing so.”

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jeopardizes the safety of millions of our residents.

New Jersey is a diverse and welcoming state, but allowing illegal aliens the ability to obtain a driver’s license goes too far.

“By signing the online petition, our residents can voice their opposition to rewarding illegals at the expense of our taxpaying constituents.

“When the Motor Vehicle Commission changed its regulations and implemented a 6-Point ID system to obtain a drivers’ license, many of our senior residents experienced difficulty and aggravation during this process. How lenient will the documentation requirements be for illegals? How is it fair to allow undocumented immigrants the

ability to obtain a driver’s license while the average citizen needs to display an enormous amount of identification?

“If you oppose this you must act now. We strongly urge our constituents to sign the petition and tell Trenton Democrats and Governor Murphy that we will not allow New Jersey to be turned into a sanctuary state.”

Kim: Being Named To House Armed Services Committee Will Help Protect Joint Base

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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3 rd ) released the followi ng st atement af ter being named to the House Armed Services Committee, which has jurisdiction over defense and military policy.

“I am honored to have been selected to serve on the coveted Armed Ser-

to cou nter the passage of pe nd i ng leg islat ion (S-3229/A-4743) that would allow the state to issue driver’s licenses to persons who are “unable to prove lawful presence in the United States.”

The legislators issued the following statement: “The Governor’s proposal is an outrage and a dangerous political statement that

members as well as the second largest employer in the state, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. “ T he cont i nued success of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst is critical to the economic success of the Third Dist r ict, the st ate of New Jersey and the nation’s defense inf rast r uct u re.

Ser v i ng on t he A r med Services Committee will allow me to be a strong vocal proponent of the

Joint Base, to put my national security expertise to work for the people of Bu rl i ng t on a nd Oce a n counties, and to advocate for more good-paying jobs and economic opportunities across New Jersey’s Third District,” Congressman Kim continued.

Joint Base McG u i r e - D i x- L a k e h u r s t directly employs nearly 50,000 people, including more than 30,000 active duty. It is the only tri-ser-

vice base in the entire country and includes units from all five armed forces branches.

Congressman Kim was recommended to the Armed Services Committee by the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.

For mer Cong ressman Jim Saxton, the long-time Republican Representative of the district from 1984 -20 09, is cred ited with protecting Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Tax season is upon us and Fulfill, formerly The FoodBank of Monmouth & Ocean Counties is here to help!

Fulfill is offering free personalized tax services at local shopping malls, including Monmouth Mall, Ocean County Mall and Freehold Raceway Mall.

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Plan For Bicycling, Walking Paths Being Formed

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Do you want to ride your bicycle? Do you want to ride it where you like?

There will soon be more bicycling and pedestrian paths winding through Toms River, and there will be a chance to give input as to their creation.

A “visioning workshop” will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 13, from 4-7 p.m. at the Toms River High School North media center. Besides the public, the meetings will be attended by the steering committee, consultants from NV5 (engineers) and Stokes Creative Group, Inc. (marketing).

“The goal is to make our town’s bike paths and trails more user friendly, more accessible, and safer for our residents,” Mayor

President & Publisher Stewart Swann

Thomas F. Kelaher said. “We are encouraging residents to give us their feedback on what changes or improvements they envision.”

Township officials said they want to craft a plan to build or enhance walking and bicycling routes throughout the town, according to a township press release. The meetings will have a “mapping exercise to identify problem areas, issues, and opportunities related to bicycle and pedestrian travel in Toms River. It will include a visioning exercise for more safe bicycling and walking, as well as specific goals to support these modes of travel around the community.”

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Registration Opens Soon for Toms River Summer Camp TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Youth Services has scheduled an exciting and fun-filled summer for the children of Toms River. Don’t miss the opportunity to sign your child up for the Toms River Township Youth Services 2019 Summer Camp.

Days are filled with games, sports, arts and crafts, trips, celebrations, and our annual talent show. Registration will start on April 1, 2019, at 9 a.m. All registrations and trip sign-ups will take place online. The fee is $425 plus trip costs. Children must be between 6 - 11 years of age at time of registration and residents of Toms River. Proof of age and residence may be required. The eight-week camp will begin June 24, 2019.

Families must create an account for all Youth Services programs at register. communitypass.net/tomsriver and choose Toms River in the drop down box. Below are brief instructions on how to access the online system: 1) Log on to http://register.communitypass.

net/tomsriver 2) Click on “Create an account for your family now” 3) Complete the account information and click submit 4) Click on “Register Now” to begin registering for programs 5) View Youth Service programs and click to register Follow the instructions on the resulting pages to add individuals to your family account and register for all programs available from Toms River. Depending on the age, grade or gender of the members of your family account, the system will display the programs that each family member is eligible for (i.e., a 6-year old will be eligible for Summer Camp Group 1 and Groups 1/2 trips only).

Please check our website at tomsrivertownship.com for regular updates. If you have any questions, please call Youth Services at 732-341-1000 ext. 8436/8437.

Holiday Heights 2019 Men’s Golf League

LAKEWOOD – The Holiday Heights Golf League is open to all players in all communities and new members are being south.

We play every Wednesday at the Lakewood Country Club. Tee time is 9:30 a.m. Members are paired into two-man teams; single players are welcome. Scoring and prizes are on an individual basis. This is a fun league where handicap is not important with some players golfing skills.

The league plays for 22 or 24 weeks starting in mid-April, weather permitting. You can play as often as you like; missing a week is

not a problem. You can join as a “regular” player or as a “substitute” player who will fill in (almost every week) when regular players can’t make it. There are five tournaments with prizes and an annual luncheon. Fees are $75 annually to join and $38 each time you play.

A meeting will be held on Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. in the multipurpose meeting room in the Holiday heights clubhouse, 96 Prince Charles Drive. Space is limited and preference will be given to returning members. For more information, contact Lou at 732-349-6580.

Let’s Get Ready for Spring!

TOMS RIVER – As we settle in for the winter now is the time to think about planning our spring and summer flower beds with beautiful flowering annuals. Learn about old and new annuals that will enhance your garden throughout the summer and into the fall. Take home a “seed bomb” for your spring garden and the recipe to make your own.

This is a program given on Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 6:30–8 p.m. and will be held at Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County, 1623 Whitesville Road, Toms Riv-

er. There is a program fee of $5 per person.

Payment is due prior to program. Please make check payable to OCBA. Please register by Thursday, February 14, 2019, contact 732-349-1246.

Rutgers Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity program provider and employer. Contact your local Extension Office for information regarding special needs or accommodations. Contact the State Extension Director’s Office if you have concerns related to discrimination, 848-932-3584.

1st Annual Dodgeball Tournament

TOMS RIVER – Toms River PBA 137 is holding our 1st Annual Dodgeball Tournament on March 22, 6-10 p.m., to benefit the Police Unity Tour in conjunction with the Toms River Police Foundation at Toms River High School East. The Dodgeball Tournament proceeds will support Toms River

Police Department riders in their quest to ride from New Jersey to the Washington D.C. Police Memorial, in honor of officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. For more information or to register your team please visit tomsriverpolicefoundation.org/dodgeballtournament.

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If you sign-up by March 1st for the 10 weeks of Summer Camp, the first week of camp is free! http://www.goddardschool.com/ nj-ny/toms-river-crescent-road-nj Visitors and Trips are subject to change.

To attend field trips, you must be 4 years and older.

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

Teas, Essential Oils And Supplements Needed In Winter

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The winter is lovely, the trees are all flocked and the air is so fresh. You can make snowballs and fire up the crock pot with soup. I SO love winter, and when the snow begins to fall, I stay in my PJs and crawl into my favorite recliner, with a big fuzzy blue throw and a hot pack.

When it’s cold, many biochemical changes take place in the human body which led to dryness of the skin and lips, suppressed immunity, reduced production of some neurotransmitters, the packing on of winter fat, higher risk of heart attacks and certainly more sniffles, coughing and general sickness from cold and flu. Sadness and depression are common.

Today my focus will be to help you stay as well and comfy as possible during the hibernation months. I have a more comprehensive version of this article available only to my newsletter subscribers. Join my online community at suzycohen.com and I will email it to you.

Here are some common winter problems: • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) a.k.a. Depression - This is a seasonal type of depression and sadness that lifts in the springtime and summer. Researchers sometimes attribute the winter blues to reduced exposure to sunlight. Therefore, a natural mood booster might be a light device, or some vitamin D supplementation. Vitamin C could help because it helps contribute to production of happy brain chemicals.

• Headaches - Cold climates cause

blood vessels to tighten a little bit, and the narrowing reduces blood flow. When blood vessels are constricted, it can trigger headaches and migraines. The fix might be to maintain hydration and supplement with magnesium which keeps your blood vessels dilated. Vitamin C helps them maintain elasticity.

• Dryness and Dehydration - Skin gets very dry, especially your heels. Look at them, I bet they’re cracked and dry. Put some pure jojoba oil, coconut oil, olive or grape seed oil on your finger, or a cotton pad and apply it to your heels. Then put on your socks and shoes. Repeat this if you need after your evening shower.

Drink plenty of water that has been infused with marshmallow root. I have a video on YouTube showing you how to make this. Also, add a pinch of sea salt or “Real Salt” to your water for electrolytes.

• Cough, Cold and Flu - In order to reduce your risk for respiratory illness and cold or flu, you have to rev up your immune system. Start with probiotics and vitamin C for prevention. Eucalyptus essential oil (EO) is another natural fix for when you are actually sick. When I was down with the flu, I found that a steam inhalation using just 2 drops in a pot of hot water worked great to open up my sinuses, and stop the coughing. I also took drank Melissa officinalis as well as green tea.

I’m not advising any of you, just sharing my personal experiences. Please ask a holistic practitioner or doctor if these are right for you.

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Lecture: NJ Association For Music Therapy

TOMS RIVER – Representatives from the NJ Association for Music Therapy will lecture on various aspects of music therapy and provide a demonstration. The program will appeal to caregivers of children and adults with disabilities or illnesses and students who are interested in explore this as a career. The program will be held at Ocean County Library - Toms River branch on Tuesday, February 12 beginning at 7 p.m.

The program is free and open to the public. For information or to register, please call 732-349-6200 or visit our webpage at theoceancountylibrary.org.

Free parking is available daily after 5 p.m. plus all day Saturday and Sunday in the top and middle levels of the Toms River Parking garage located behind the library or all levels, anytime in the Ocean County Parking garage on Hooper Ave.

Polar Bear Plunge

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Plunge into the frigid Atlantic for a good cause on Feb. 23!

The Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside is so much more than an icy dip into the Atlantic Ocean. Special Olympics New Jersey provides year-round sports t rai n i ng, compet it ion, leadership oppor t unities and health screenings to more than 25,000 athletes. All of

these programs and services are always completely free thanks to fundraising events like the Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside.

Check-in opens at 9 a.m.; Plunge at 1 p.m. Online registration closes February 18 at 9 a.m. You can still register on the day of the Plunge for $125. If you are registering on-site you will not be able to be added to a team.

Paint & Wine 101

TOMS RIVER – Experience wine and food pairings all while creating a beautiful painting on Feb. 21, 7-9 p.m., at The Downtown Shops @ 53 Main. This seminar is directed by professional artists. Cost is $45. Registration: tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com. For more information, contact Jo Guscott at tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail. com.

Pancakes for Parkinson’s 2019

TOMS RIVER – Between 9 a.m. & 1 p.m., stop in for a delicious breakfast, live music, and fun while supporting The Michael J. Fox Foundation at our 5th Pancakes for Parkinson’s! The event will be located at Silver Ridge Park East in Toms River, NJ on Saturday, March 23, 2019. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact via Facebook message.

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–Photo courtesy Toms River Police TOMS RIVER – Toms River Police Department welcomes Class II Officers Landmesser and Sullivan, and Class III Officer Moore! These officers will be patrolling our schools, parks and Town Hall. We are proud to have you as part of our TRPD family. Be safe always!

VFW Post 9503 Dinner Dance TOMS RIVER – Join VFW Post 9503 for a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance on March 16, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Dinner will include corned beef, cabbage, boiled potatoes, carrots, salad, bread and butter, sheet cake,

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–Photos courtesy Toms River Township TOMS RIVER – Mayor Kelaher celebrates Marie Savignano’s 101st birthday during her celebration at Spring Oak of Toms River.

101: Continued From Page 1 purchased a magnifying machine “as big as a T.V.” that allows her to read.

“I paid enough for it,” she said. “But I can read with the machine.”

She also makes sure she “walks a lot” every day.

“I walk all around the building,” she said. “I don’t sit all day. I like to stay out in the open air.”

She loves the outside, especially sitting in the summer sun.

Marie was the star of the show at her birthday party at Spring Oaks, an assisted living facility, last week. Many of her fellow residents came out to help her celebrate, along with her son Joseph and other family members. She even got up and danced a little, and sang some of the songs a disc jockey played at the party and enjoyed a piece of her birthday cake.

Marie was born in the Bronx more than a century ago, on Jan. 7, 1918, to Nicola and Natalie Savignano. She attended P.S. 21 and Evander

The Toms River Times, February 9, 2019, Page 17 Childs High School. She had to leave school when she was 14 to go to work in the garment district, to help support her family after her mother died.

She also raised her 18-month-old sister with the help of her grandmother, Anna.

Her father made his living by delivering blocks of ice, long before the days of refrigerators and freezers. The family owned two horses and a carriage so he could make the deliveries.

Marie met her husband Joseph, who also worked in the garment district, when she was 20. The two began dating and rode the train into work together every day.

They were married at Our Lady of Grace Church in 1941 and soon had their only child, son Joseph, Jr. who was also raised in the Bronx. Joseph, Sr. eventually went to work in the Brooklyn Navy Yard where he stayed until his retirement. He’s been gone for awhile now. Joseph Sr. died at 68.

After she retired from the garment district, Marie went to work for the New York City Board of Education as a teaching assistant, where she stayed for many years.

Marie has two grandchildren, a grandson, Daniel, and a granddaughter, Danielle. Daniel is training to take over his father’s business in North Jersey and her granddaughter is a dermatologist.

Her “baby brother” is 96.

“She is very proud of them and enjoys a close relationship with them both,” said Dawn Casanovas, the event coordinator at Spring Oaks.

Marie is also fairly independent. If she doesn’t care for some of the Spring Oaks meals, she will cook her own food.

“I have my own grill,” she told a visitor. “I cook my own hamburgers.”

Savignano knows she won’t live another 101 years. But she hopes to celebrate more birthdays.

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TOMS RIVER – High School East students-who led a presentation on how to fold the American flag-- stand with Staff Sergeant Alex Leon (center) and HSE safety officer Scott Kenny (right) during the NEA Big Read kickoff event held Jan. 23 at East Dover Elementary School.

A camo truck sat in front of East Dover Elementary School Jan. 23 as families entered for a fun-filled evening honoring veterans and themed after Tim O’Brien’s The Things They Carried, the district’s NEA Big Read selection for 2018-2019.

In fact, there was no mistaking the night’s theme.

American flags abounded, and 60s music played in the main entrance foyer, a nod to O’Brien’s Vietnam War-based modern classic. Children and attendees were provided drawstring bags-- What do WE carry? was a question explored throughout the event-- as well as USA flag pins. Everyone was excitedly greeted by Principal Matthew Gray, Supervisor of Instruction JoAnn Nocera, and East Dover staff adorned in red, white, and blue.

In the gym, Nocera-- who led the event’s planning-- greeted attendees and introduced a reada-loud of the K-5 companion to The Things They Carried, a book titled The Wall by Eve Bunting, which details a child’s visit to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. High School East’s safety officer Scott Kenny and a handful of his students then presented on how to fold the American flag, which was preceded by an emotional playing of “Taps.”

From there, attendees had a range of options.

Some children remained in the gym for fun

–Photos courtesy TRRS and physical mindALIGNED activities based on the novel, while others wrote and designed cards dedicated to lost loved ones (including pets) for placement on the Wall of Honor which was created by art teacher Karen Pomeroy. Parents took part in a book discussion on The Things They Carried led by teachers Amy Naecker and Beth Pokorny. High school T.E.A.M. volunteers and seemingly the entire East Dover staff was on hand to assist with all facets of the event.

Snacks, book giveaways, and a raffle rounded out the special evening, and provided the ideal start to the next month and a half of programming that culminates with author Tim O’Brien visiting Toms River March 28.

“The Things They Carried, like many of the NEA Big Read selections, is not exactly a light read and is geared toward older students and adults,” said Mike Kenny, coordinator of the office of grants and communication. “But its themes are clearly accessible and ripe for exploration at all levels, and we’re always striving to make NEA Big Read a genuine K-12 and beyond program.

What East Dover and its staff have done for this kickoff event and the program overall is remarkable. By offering a range of fun and relevant activities for all ages, they’ve hosted an event that was equal parts emotional and celebratory.

They’ve raised the bar for what the NEA Big Read kickoff can be.”

For more about Big Read and the upcoming month and a half of programming, visit the district’s NEA Big Read website.

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This bill seeks recognition of that fact that insurance companies should be held to account when the fail to act in good faith. This is a simple expectation that every consumer has when they choose to do business with any company. The fact that auto insurance consumers are required by law to purchase this service and that they are putting the wellbeing of themselves and their loved one in the hands of the insurance companies only increases the stakes.

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Works Of Art Honored By Scholastic Art & Writing Awards TOMS RIVER – Two seniors at High School North have been recognized by the 2019 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for their original pieces of artwork.

Michael Garcia’s acrylic painting, Wilted, received the top honor Gold Key award in the regional contest and will now be considered for national-level competition.

Caitlin Bonifacio’s pen and ink drawings, Avis and Manananggal, received honorable mention recognition.

Both students will be presented with a certificate and pin at the Regional Awards Ceremony in March at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center, affiliate partner of the program for south Jersey. Their AP Studio Arts teacher, Joyce Houlihan, is also invited to the ceremony.

Additionally, Garcia’s Gold Key work is currently being reviewed at the national level in New York City by panels of creative professionals. National medalists se-

lected by these panelists will be announced in mid-March. Garcia has also been invited to exhibit his artwork as part of the South Jersey Regional Exhibit at Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts in Millville in late February, as well as onsite on the evening of the regional awards ceremony.

According to its website, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers.

The mission of the alliance is to “identify students with exceptional artistic and literary talent and present their remarkable work to the world through the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.” Through the Awards, students receive opportunities for recognition, exhibition, publication, and scholarships.

Garcia and Bonifacio are both students in Joyce Houlihan’s AP Studio Art class and completed their recognized works as part of their portfolios.

Youth Services’ Spring Break Camp TOMS RIVER – Looking for something to do with the kids during Spring Break?

Toms River Youth Services presents: Spring Break Camp on April 22 -26. Camp will be held at 1505 North Bay Avenue from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. The cost is $230 per child.

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Homestead Run - Adult 55+ Community. NEW & pre-owned Homes for Sale, RENTALS also – Immediate Occupancy. Toms River – 732-3702300. www.homesteadrun.com. (9)

Laundromat Attendant - For PT/FT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

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Don Carnivale Painting - Specializing interiors. Quality always. Very neat. Prompt courteous service. Reasonable-affordable. Senior discounts.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, 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) Vinyl Records Wanted - Rock, Blues, Reggae, Metal, Punk, Jazz, Psychedelic, soul. Very good condition only.

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(8) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/ dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

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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) CASH PAID!! - LP records, stereos, turntables, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115.

(3) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713.

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(9) 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) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. msangelabove@comcast. net. 732-766-4425, ask for Mel. (11) CDL DRIVER – PT. The Pines at Whiting is currently looking for a part time weekend CDL driver to transport residents to and from our community.

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I, Ernesto Di Giacomo, am petitioning for ownership of a 1972 Ford Mustang - VIN number: 2F02F226792. A court date has been set in Ocean County Superior Court on the 22nd day of February 2019. (11)

Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to tomsriver2nj@goddardschools.com

HOME DELIVERY DRIVER NEEDED - Must have valid drivers license. Must have reliable transportation. Must be available Thursday, Friday, & Saturday. Must be familiar with Jackson area Heavy lifting required. Serious inquiries only! Call Laura Hoban at 732-657-7344, ext. 611.

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Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (8) 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. (12) 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) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE “Let’s Talk” With Dr. Jani

By Michael Vandenberg “ T h e e r a of p ate r n a l i s tic medicine where I’m the doctor, you’re the patient, and you’re going to do this bec ause I say so is long gone,” Dr. Samir Jani said to me recently. “That’s just not the way I was trained.”

When it comes to your health, shouldn’t you be in the driver’s seat? That’s certainly the guiding philosophy passed down by Garden State Medic al Center ’s founder, Dr. Dharam Mann, and it’s what makes Dr. Jani the perfect f it here. He wants to use his expertise and impart his knowledge to help you make an informed decision about your pain management.

And there’s no question that Dr. Jani has plenty of information to share because he checks all the boxes when it comes to education. At age 17 he was already accepted into a higher education program that included a guaranteed spot in medical school. He kept a high GPA while taking his courses at an accelerated rate that allowed him to finish a year early. Then he jumped right into residencies and a fellowship focusing on pain, anesthesiology, and internal medicine, culminating in his current specialty of Interventional Pain Management. He finished his fellowship and began practicing in 2016, making his way to GSMC the following year.

Dr. Jani pointed to a variety of reasons as to why he decided to make the switch to GSMC. For one thing, it fosters a seamless team environment. “The support and infrastructure of the practice is huge,” like the large network of staff on hand, to the electronic rec ord keeping. With those tasks already being taken care of, Dr. Jani is able to put his entire focus on alleviating your pain.

After all, it’s crucial to maintain a sense of urgency when it comes to pain management because people are running out of options by the time they come to him. Most

of Dr. Jani’s patients are those who have seen countless doctors and had lots of tests but have never been able to find a diagnosis and fi x the underlying cause. “ My ankle hur ts,” Dr. Jani said as a general example. “I’ve seen ten podiatrists, I’ve had six ankle surgeries, and no one’s fi xed it.” But even though it may never be fi xed, “there are things we can do to at least help you get rid of the pain”.

Thankfully, Dr. Jani is not the type of doctor who just throws pills at the problem; he has a ver y strict interpretation of the related safety regulations. Not that he doesn’t use medications at all, but it’s only a tiny part of what he can do. “We’re highly inter ventional,” said Dr. Jani. He can target the pain with various injections, or hide the pain using electricity to target different stimulators in the nervous system. By implanting pain pumps, the medication is delivered directly to your spine, creating a much stronger effect.

It all depends on the severity and longevity of the pain.

These steps may seem elaborate, but rest assured Dr. Jani is conservative in his relief suggestions. “I always tell patients that if I don’t have to do something, I don’t want to do it. So if I can make it go away with a two minute injec tion, that ’s what I ’m going to do,” he said. If that

py if that’s what the patient longer has to take any pills. rarely even has to come in for prefer s. Either way, your Now her kids see her and a visit. “Previously she was treatment is entirely up to you. say, “You’re back to being going in to see another pain After all, he has the tools yourself. You’re Mom again.” management doctor, having and knowledge, but you also As an inter ventional pain to go in every month to get know your body and how you management doctor, “I don’t Percocet that she didn’t even feel. When the two of you know what was causing her want to take and wasn’t even collaborate, you’ll see inspir- pain, but I knew what she that helpful.” With her newing results. Dr. Jani had no was feeling and that’s what I found happiness and relief, problem giving me a couple targeted,” said Dr. Jani. she was able to go on her first examples of his Another patient came to him vacation in years! “ h o m e r u n s”. Fo r one time with fibromyalgia, You deser ve to be paininstance, one wom- with pain primarily in the back free too. Give Garden State an c ame in c om - and neck. He first put her on Medical Center a call today at plaining of chronic non-opioid medication, which 1-888-376-2661 to schedule pelvic pain. She’d solved some of her problems an appointment with Dr. Jani had ten surgeries but not all of them. Injections or any of their other superb and was on a ton did the trick for her neck. For pain management specialists. doesn’t work, then Dr. Jani of medicine at this point, and her lower back, he used a Feel free to visit gsmedicalwill happily go over additional yet her pain was making her spinal cord stimulator, which center.org for a full listing of minimally invasive options life miserable. With just a is like a pacemaker for the their convenient locations with you. He might even just few injections, her pain is spine. With that combination, and to get more information recommend physical thera- effectively gone and she no she’s feeling fantastic and on treatment.

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TOMS RIVER –Silver Bay Elementary hosted its 4th annual Family Maker Night on January 29. Over 300 people participated in what has become one of the most popular events at the school.

Each grade level chose a fairy tale and created something that solved a problem from in the story. The family activities promoted using critical thinking skills, collaboration, and creativity to come up with a solution that put a new twist on old favorites.

Also that evening, families were invited to the school’s newly renovated Innovation

–Photo courtesy TRRS Sandbox (aka Media Center) to participate in hands-on activities with robotics. The Robotics Club from High School East also participated by showcasing the robots they have built and use in competitions.

Part of the renovation in the Innovation Sandbox includes a green screen production area. The 3rd and 4th grade classes at the school have been using the green screen to build a deeper understanding of the curriculum. Miss Zaragoza’s class is the in-house production team and students have been exploring augmented reality Google Expedition lessons.

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Plan For Bicycling, Walking Paths Being Formed

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Do you want to ride your bicycle? Do you want to ride it where you like?

There will soon be a bicycle and pedestrian path winding through Toms River, and there will be a chance to give input as to its creation.

A “visioning workshop” will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 13, from 4-7 p.m. at the Toms River High School North media center. Besides the public, the meetings will be attended by the steering committee, consultants from NV5 (engineers) and Stokes Creative Group, Inc. (marketing).

According to a press release from the township, the workshops will present the same material. There were two days chosen so that residents could work it in with their schedule.

“The goal is to make our town’s bike paths and trails more user-friendly, more accessible, and safer for our residents,” Mayor Thomas F. Kelaher said. “We are encouraging residents to give us their feedback on what changes or improvements they envision.”

Township officials said they want to craft a plan to build or enhance walking and bicycling routes throughout the town. The meetings will have a “mapping exercise to identify problem areas, issues, and opportunities related to bicycle and pedestrian travel in Toms River. It will include a visioning exercise for more safe bicycling and walking, as well as specific goals to support these modes of travel around the community.”

For more information, visit TomsRiverBikePed.com.

True Health Is Wealth

TOMS RIVER – What would it be like for you to be able to take your health into your own power? To feel in tune with your body, mind and spirit so you can take care of yourself and live a long, meaningful and fulfilling life? I have teamed up with like-minded health professionals and we’ve created a True Health Is Wealth workshop event for people like you!

What would life look like for you if you had fewer aches and pains, better mental health, stronger body and excellent posture?

Come and join us February 9, 3-5 p.m. and have fun learning, discovering and spreading health and wellness to your loved ones.

Light, healthy snacks will be provided.

There will be a 5$ attendance fee at the door.

Registration: RSVP by February 8th by calling or texting Viktorija at 732-581-4283 or email healthjunkie.fit@gmail.com.

Located at Riverside Chiropractic Health Center unit 2 W. Water Street, Toms River, NJ.

Boy Scouts Troop 59 Host Pasta Dinner

TOMS RIVER – Join Boy Scout Troop 59 for a Pasta Dinner on March 24, 3-6 p.m., at the Silverton Volunteer Firehouse, 15 Kettle Creek Rd. in Toms River. The meal will include pasta, meatballs, tossed salad, Italian

bread, beverages, and dessert. The cost is $10 per person. For seniors and kids under 6, $6. Advance tickets are appreciated.

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36 Soup bean 38 Cookout spot 39 Roman landmark graphically portrayed by this puzzle’s circles 43 Big fight 44 Elegant molding 45 Collecting Soc. Sec. 46 Claim in a tissue ad 48 Not us 51 Brand in a B-52 cocktail 53 Jerks 57 Promise 58 One rooting for the Niners, briefly 61 Open, in a way 62 “Iliad” warrior 64 Chaucer narrative told by Huberd, with “The” 66 Trim 67 “__ Doone” 68 Museum contents 69 Produced with ef-

fort, with “out” 70 English assignment 71 Transitory passion Down 1 Destined 2 Striped stone 3 Rapper __ Shakur 4 Coop occupant 5 Sea predator 6 “Will do!”

7 Cone makers 8 Smooth transitions 9 One who might be a CPA 10 Winter warmer 11 Holmes accessory 12 Like a crowbar 14 “I’m outta here” 18 Six-time Emmy winner 22 Chums, slangily 25 First name in jazz 27 “Well, shoot” 29 Chinese: Pref.

30 Buddy 32 Colbert, for one

33 Devices with security cameras 34 TV cop with a Tootsie Pop 35 Mindful of one’s own needs 37 As __: grouped together 40 MacFarlane of “Family Guy” 41 Juicing discards 42 “If she did play false, the fault was __”: Shak.

47 Dust __ 49 Work 50 Figure of veneration 52 Fluffed-up dos 54 Winter accessory 55 Island near Sicily 56 Clip 57 Enjoy an e-cig 59 Pretensions 60 Family nickname 63 Struck (out) 65 Slight manifestation, as of hope

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of feb 9 - feb 15

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the week ahead, you may occasionally feel rebellious or that your ideas are ignored but loved ones will be understanding and soothing. You may find an opportunity to purchase items that will stand the test of time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): During the upcoming week your ideas do not need to be newly invented, but some can become newly relevant.

You may be a bit more ambitious than usual or an interest that has lain dormant could be rekindled.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Catch the scent and follow the trail. As the week unfolds the slightest hint that something interesting is going on is like catnip. Your avid interest in people, surroundings, and news makes you interesting to know.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put the shoe on the other foot. You can imagine the feelings of others if you mentally put yourself in their place for a few minutes. In the upcoming week you might be more sensitive and sympathetic than usual.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the week ahead, you could become more interested in what others have to say than in your own opinions. Information overload can create a distraction that is invigorating but lures you away from necessary tasks.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be generous and charitable this week. Although you may find it difficult to stay within a stringent budget, you might be willing to make a sacrifice so that someone else enjoys something a bit better than usual.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): No one knows which came first, the chicken or the egg, but Horton hatched an egg by never wavering in his devotion. In the week ahead embrace opportunities to demonstrate loyalty toward key people in your life.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It is easy to fall short when your expectations are too high. You may spend too much to keep up with your social circle this week. Loyal and trustworthy companions will give you the benefit of their experience.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The week ahead might bring you in close contact with people who frequently take off on flights of fancy or use a whimsical approach. You may be distracted or sidetracked by social activities.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Ambitions gain altitude. If you are completely absorbed by a crucial project or business venture your loved ones might feel left out in the cold. Give everyone an equitable share of your time in the week ahead.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may be called upon to put your money where your mouth is in the upcoming week. A group of friends or a social event may remind you that it is better to be generous than to hoard your funds.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can express your romantic nature in myriad ways as this week unfolds. Someone may arouse your sympathies or inspire you to be more kindhearted than usual. You may be admired for your sensitivity.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Chinese Noodles Recipe Means Good Fortune For The New Year

By Wolfgang Puck CHINESE NOODLES WITH SAUTEED CALAMARI Serves 6 8 large garlic cloves, unpeeled 1/4 pound (125 g) green beans, trimmed 3/4 pound (375 g) fresh Chinese egg noodles or thin spaghetti 1 pound (500 g) cleaned fresh calamari, cut into 1/4-inch (6-mm) rings, tentacles left intact Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 tablespoons peanut oil or vegetable oil 3/4 cup (185 mL) Chinese rice wine 1/4 cup (60 mL) unseasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 pound (125 g) carrots, peeled, trimmed, and cut into thin julienne strips 1/4 pound (125 g) scallions, trimmed and cut into thin strips 2 teaspoons Thai hot chili sauce 1/2 teaspoon Chinese toasted sesame oil First, blanch the garlic and the green beans: Bring a small saucepan of water and a medium pot of generously salted water to a boil.

Drop the whole garlic cloves into the small pot, and blanch for 20 seconds; then use a slotted spoon to transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool for a few minutes. Peel the cloves and then blanch in the boiling water and cool in

the ice water again. Drain, thinly slice, and set aside.

For the green beans, boil them in the salted water for 1 minute, transfer to ice water, cool, and drain. Set aside.

For the noodles, bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Meanwhile, season the calamari with salt and pepper.

Heat 2 tablespoons of the peanut oil in a wok over high heat, or an electric wok set to 400 F (200 C). Add the calamari, and stir-fry until opaque and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, and set aside.

Pour the juices from the wok into a bowl, add the rice wine, vinegar and soy sauce to the bowl, and set aside.

When the water for the noodles reaches a rolling boil, add 1 tablespoon salt and the noodles. Cook until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, following the manufacturer’s suggested cooking time; drain, immediately transfer to a mixing bowl, toss with 1 tablespoon of peanut oil, and set aside.

Add the remaining peanut oil to the wok, and set the heat to medium. Add the blanched garlic slices, and stirfry until golden, about 30 seconds. Add the sugar, and stir-fry until the garlic begins to caramelize, 30 seconds to 1 minute longer. Stir in the rice wine mixture, and stir and scrape with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan deposits. Add the carrots, green beans and half the scallions. Stir in the chili sauce, raise the heat to high, and continue cooking until the sauce reduces by about half.

Stir in the noodles and toss until well coated. Arrange on a platter or divide among serving plates, top with the calamari, garnish with the remaining scallions, and drizzle with sesame oil. Serve immediately.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2019 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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