2019-05-18 - The Brick Times

Vol. 19 - No. 2

In This Week’s Edition

THE BRICK

TIMES

FOR BREAKING NEWS

JERSEYSHOREONLINE.COM

Your FREE Weekly Hometown Newspaper For Brick and Lakewood Townships

FIREFIGHTER NEEDS AID AFTER ELECTRICAL SHOCK Government Page 7.

Don’t miss what’s happening in your town.

Pages 9-15.

Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Page 16.

Dear Pharmacist Page 17.

Page 19.

Classifieds Page 21.

Business Directory Page 22.

Fun Page Page 24.

Horoscope Page 27.

─Photo courtesy of Judy Smestad-Nunn Mitch Rettig is still recovering from his incident.

By Judy Smestad-Nunn POINT PLEASANT Mitch Rettig remembers it was getting dark out as he was training volunteer firefighters at the Brick Fire Academy, so he grabbed onto a pole on the side of a firetruck to

turn on a telescoping light bulb that was attached to the truck.

“I felt like electricity going through me, I couldn’t let go, I was stuck there for a few seconds,” Rettig, 30, recalled of the accident (Firefighter- See Page 4)

(Abandoned - See Page 5)

─Photo courtesy Jared Rettig

Infrastructure, Security On Minds Of Kim, Ocean County Mayors

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) spoke with mayors and government officials about the importance of infrastructure projects, the joint base, and small businesses, and how to approach them in a bipartisan way.

The congressman has been holding town halls in his district, which encompasses parts of Ocean

More Added To Abandoned Home Program

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Five more properties have been added to the Abandoned Properties list, which was established to address vacant properties in Brick that have become an eyesore and a health risk to surrounding homes.

Two of the properties are on the barrier island: 308 Sloop Lane and 221 Squan Beach Drive. Another is a waterfront home in Shore Acres - 30 Halsey Drive. 314 Alden Street is off Church Road near Drum Point Road, and 506 Nebraska Avenue is a few doors away from Colorado Park.

The Abandoned Property ordinance establishes the criteria for determining whether or not a property is legally abandoned, and then places that property on a list with details for owners on how to have their property removed from the list.

The administration’s goal is to remove as many of these properties as possible from the registry, whether by rehabilitation, property sale or by a new occupancy, with demolition as a last resort.

According to Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin, the five homes were heard before the Property Maintenance Board

Community News!

Inside The Law

| May 18, 2019

and Burlington counties, since he took office. He currently has a local office in the basement of the Toms River municipal building.

He was invited to speak to the Ocean County Mayors Association at their regular meeting. He told them his role representing the area was not to be a “partisan knife fighter or name caller,” (Kim- See Page 5)

Ocean County Has New Royalty: Two New Honeybee Queens Join Park

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Long live Queen Agatha and Queen Ursula.

Those are the two queens of honeybee hives that were set up the first week in May. The two hives are by the Cooper Environmental Center, on the opposite side from the butterfly garden. Some bird feeders are next to them, (Bees- See Page 8)

Free Transportation • In-Home & Outpatient PT Physical Therapy Center

1-(855)-3ALLCARE • www.AllCarePTC.com

Barnegat • Brick/Silverton • Brick/Ramtown Forked River • Freehold/Howell • Jackson • Manchester Toms River • Wall/Manasquan • Whiting

Come experience the All-Care difference for yourself!

Page 2, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

jerseyshoreonline.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 3

Page 4, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Firefighter:

Continued From Page 1 that has sidelined him since the night it happened in September 2018.

“It was like I had an adrenaline rush - I sat down on the front bumper and I tried to shake it off and figure out what happened,” he said.

Rettig, who has served as a volunteer firefighter in his hometown of Point Pleasant since he was 15, and works as a fulltime professional firefighter in Plumsted, said it felt like his heart was pounding out of his chest, and like his head was going to explode.

One of the fire chiefs insisted on taking him to the hospital where Rettig told emergency personnel he thought he was electrocuted.

“I stayed in the hospital for two weeks.

They didn’t have any answers. And after my release I was in bed for a couple of weeks,” he said. “I was weak, in pain, my muscles were achy, I had a severe migraine. I felt like I’d run a marathon, I needed a lot of assistance.”

His brother Jared, 28, took some time off from work to care for his brother, and fellow firefighters came to Rettig’s home to offer a hand around the clock. There was a steady stream of other family members and neighbors who brought in meals and snacks, Jared said.

“It was all hands on deck to help Mitch,” Jared said. “Mitch is my biggest hero, and seeing him go through this is heartbreaking.”

jerseyshoreonline.com

“The amount of support I’ve gotten from are rare, so doctors don’t know much, but “Now I only have workers’ comp.” firefighters and the community - people I two doctors said I should be dead,” Rettig Due to his substantial loss of income, don’t even know- has been remarkable. I said. “I try to put on a good front, but it’s Rettig has fallen behind on his rent and don’t know how to say how appreciative difficult not having answers, why I still other bills.

I am,” Rettig said. feel like hell.”

“He tries his best to keep up, but truthRettig was out of work for three months Rettig took a big financial hit when he fully he is in over his head,” wrote Jared and then he finally started to feel a little became unable to perform his side job as a on a GoFundMe page he and their sister better. consultant for a forensic fire and explosion Cady set up for their brother to help with “I was eager to get back to both fire investigation company. his expenses he recovers. departments,” he said. “I am a lieutenant “It was pretty lucrative - about half my For more information, or to donate, visit in Point Pleasant and I wanted to uphold income came from that side job,” he said. gofundme.com/mitchrem my obligation.”

In December 2018, Rettig said he felt pretty good, so he returned to both jobs, even though he said the accident had taken a toll on him physically and mentally.

He was doing okay until t he end of Ma rch 2019 when he started to rapidly decline and his original symptoms returned.

“It was wild. I took a turn for the worse. I started having seizures and had four of them in two weeks,” Rettig said. “Doctors still don’t have any answers.”

As someone who never even wanted to take an Advil, Rettig said he’s on over six medications a day and he has been in and out of the hospital about eight ─Photo courtesy of Judy Smestad-Nunn times.

Mitch Rettig, right, has been helped a lot by his brother, Jared.

“Electrocution injuries

HELP SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE AND ASSAULT AND BECOME A CONFIDENTIAL SEXUAL VIOLENCE ADVOCATE

ARE YOU COMPASSIONATE AND MOTIVATED TO ASSIST SURVIVORS? JOIN OUR TEAM OF TRAINED ADVOCATES, FORENSIC NURSES AND DETECTIVES! To apply and schedule an interview, please call or email Susan Seiter at (609) 494-1554 SSEITER@stfrancislbi.org

Sexual Abuse and Assault Prevention Program of St. Francis Counseling Service 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Twp., NJ 08008

Training is held Monday nights from 6-9pm.

After completing a 40-hour training program, you will be a certified Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate on call to provide crisis intervention, educational information and resources to survivors of sexual assault. All potential advocates encouraged to apply!

Bilingual advocates also needed.

jerseyshoreonline.com

Abandoned: Continued From Page 1

over the last two years.

“For a house to get to the Property Maintenance Board, there has been significant effort by the township to work with whoever is listed as the owner - the bank, an LLC, a person - and say what is your plan for this property, because neighbors have run out of patience a lot, living next to basically abandoned houses,” she said during a recent council meeting.

308 Sloop Lane was heard by the board in July of 2018, and orders were issued to secure the property for safety and other necessary work, Bergin said in an email after the council meeting.

“The owner did not comply with those orders and the case was heard again on December 19, 2018,” she wrote. “None of the repairs were done nor was documentation provided that the items were even repairable.”

The Property Maintenance Board was concerned with the structural integrity of the house and requested certification that it was sound since it had been empty for five years.

With no action from the homeowner, the board issued a demolition order, Bergin said.

The Squan Beach Drive house was also heard by the board with no action and is in default of the board’s order, Bergin said.

The Halsey Drive home came before the board three times from November of 2017 until December of 2018. The board found the owners to be in default of their orders, and with a failing bulkhead and resulting sinkholes in the property’s backyard, the site presents a safety issue, she said.

The Alden Street home is bank-owned and had been heard by the board in July

506 Nebraska Ave. is near Colorado Park.

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 5 2018. The electricity was turned off in 2017. And finally, the Nebraska Avenue home was before the board in July 2018 with no action and is in default of the previous order.

“The township considers them all a priority, and are moving forward with all of them with equal measure,” Bergin wrote in the email. “The neighbors living next to these properties are counting on us to hold the responsible party accountable for maintaining them.”

Five years is too long to be living next to a property that is neglected, unsightly, unsafe and falling apart, Bergin said.

The township is in the process of receiving bids from qualified demolition contractors for the work, the business administrator said.

Once a contract has been awarded, the responsible parties would have another opportunity to be heard.

Afterwards, if the council approves, the demolitions would commence and liens would be placed on the property to recoup associated demolition costs.

Municipal liens take priority when the property is sold, Bergin added.

She called the planned demolitions “the worst-case scenario” because it would be best if the people responsible take care of their own properties.

“If the homes need to be demolished, it makes much more sense for the owner to do that, as we are obligated to pay New Jersey prevailing wage rates which are higher than the costs paid by non-governmental entities,” Bergin said.

If the township proceeds to demolition, it is only because there has been no “legitimate actions” taken by the responsible party, she said.

“That’s unacceptable and why we are moving forward,” Bergin said.

Kim:

Continued From Page 1 but to reach across the aisle to make real changes. He also said he wasn’t getting into debates in the capital about changing everything, but instead has been looking for more realistic goals where people can feel immediate improvement.

He gave a brief speech and then there was a period for questions.

Construction Projects Washington is finally getting on board with upgrading infrastructure, Kim said, which is critical because New Jersey was rated a D+ in that category, and the state’s access to clean water was rated C. He was referring to a 2016 assessment by the New Jersey Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Several local officials had concerns about construction projects. South Toms River business administrator Joseph Kostecki discussed the red tape that costs towns time and money when it came to contracts. Freeholder Director Virginia Haines expressed the need for an overpass – or underpass depending on how you look at it – on route 539 for military base traffic. Freeholder Joseph Vicari spoke about keeping contractors local.

Collusion Investigation Steve Doyle, mayor of Island Heights, asked Kim’s opinion of the Mueller investigation of Russia’s impact on the 2016 presidential election.

Kim said that during his town halls in different communities, that issue doesn’t get brought up.

“Congress has a role in oversight, of

course,” but that shouldn’t be the only thing they are focused on, he said. Lawmakers need to keep making laws instead of focusing only on that.

He’s not on any committee that directly impacts the investigation, he said.

SALT Deduction John Novak, a committeeman in Barnegat, asked about how to get the SALT deduction back.

Previously, homeowners could deduct State and Local Taxes from their taxable income. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 capped this. Kim’s predecessor, Tom MacArthur, was the lone Republican in New Jersey that voted for this act, and some say it cost him the election.

“It was devastating to a lot of communities,” Kim said. “There’s no easy way to put it: we got screwed on that one. The cuts that the wealthiest are getting is coming down on our backs and that’s what really pisses me off.”

Currently, there is a bill going through the Ways and Means Committee that would reinstate it, he said. “We think we’ll get it past the House, but nothing from the House is getting a minute’s attention from the Senate.”

National Security When asked what was the biggest threat to national security, Kim noted North Korea and Iran’s nuclear aspirations but said China will be the defining question of the next 25-50 years.

The nation is investing in defense, stealing and hacking information from people and business, and have a general acceptance of terrorism and human rights violations, he said.

─ Photo courtesy of Judy Smestad-Nunn

Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser

BRICK – The Brick Elks Lodge is joining up with the Brick PBA Local #230 on June 2 for our Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser.

Proceeds from this event will go towards their current project of creating a monument for fallen Officers. Cost is $60 per team.

Bags fly at 11 a.m.! There will be refresh-

ments, door prizes and music with Brick Elk’s very own, DJ Chuck!

For information or to register, contact Jeff Person at JPerson@BrickPD.com. Come have a fun day and help us pay tribute to the women and men who bravely served our community.

─Photo by Chris Lundy Congressman Andy Kim spoke informally with public officials before and after his question and answer period

Check out The Government Page on Page 7

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 6, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

DIRTY WINDOWS? Around The Jersey Shore DIRTY SIDING? Phone Scams On The Rise Again

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR WINDOW CLEANING 18 WINDOWS 25 WINDOWS

38 WINDOWS

$

$

159 219 329 $

With this ad. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 5/31/19.

PRESSURE WASHING HOUSE WASH CONCRETE CLEANING

GUTTER CLEANING

ONLY $119

225

$

With this ad. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 5/31/19.

One Call Does It All • Window Cleaning • Window Tinting • Pressure Washing • Gutter Cleaning • House & Roof Washing Call for a FREE Estimate • Concrete Cleaning & Sealing 732.736.7352 LIC#13VH07572200

WindowGenie.com

119

$

from from *Larger home discounts available.

*up to 2,000 sq. ft.

With this ad. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 5/31/19.

What you can expect from Window Genie of Toms River • Satisfaction Guaranteed • Locally Owned & Operated • Uniformed, Professional Technicians • Bonded & Insured • All Technicians Background Checked

By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER — Have you received a call from someone claiming to be from the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department recently? The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents against scam callers on the rise once again, advising all to be wary of callers requesting money.

A May 8 post from the department stated: “We are letting the public know that there once again is a large increase in phone scams. We urge you not to agree on any solicitations over the phone and report any illegal activity to your local law enforcement. Any concerns can be addressed to our office at 732 929 2044 or 732 349 2010.”

Not only are these scam callers soliciting money, but they are also claiming to be calling from the Sheriff’s Office.

“Anyone that receives a phone call from a Lieutenant Alexander, he does not work for our office and do not accept any offers over the phone,” stated the department.

A similar scam call incident occurred

Bonded & Insured Uniformed & Professional

Check out Dear Pharmacist News on Page 17

FREE ESTIMATES

Replacements & New Install of Heating & Air Conditioning Units

back in January 2019 where the scam callers were requesting residents pay fines for missing jury duty. This scam yielded over $250,000 from victims.

To avoid becoming a victim of a scam call: • Don’t answer calls from numbers you don’t recognize.

• Don’t call back numbers you don’t recognize.

• Don’t confirm any personal information over the phone.

• Don’t return calls that claim to be from the IRS, the Social Security Administration, your bank or a local police or sheriff’s department. If you are worried, look up the phone number for the agency. Do not call back a number left on voicemail.

Be wary about anyone calling on the phone about any emergency involving a family member or friend. Get a phone number to call back, then verify the whereabouts and safety of the person the call is about.

• Change your voicemail message to withhold your name or other personal information.

BBB Rating: A+

HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING 891 Rt. 37 West • Toms River, NJ 08755

We Service & Install All Makes & Models

732-349-1448 • www.caretemp.com Central Air Conditioning • Boilers • Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Hot Water Heaters • Tankless Water Heaters Oil/Gas/Propane Conversions • Air Cleaners • Attic Fans • Dryer Vents • Humidifiers • Tune-Ups • Service Plans

FREE 2ND OPINION! √ CERTIFIED & TECHNICALLY TRAINED PROFESSIONALS √ SAME DAY SERVICE/REPLACEMENTS √ CERTIFIED, LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED √ SERVING ALL OF OCEAN & MONMOUTH COUNTIES

FREE

AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACT Call for details.

$150 OFF Gas Boiler/ Furnace Replacement

FREE

SERVICE CALL (with repair)

Not valid on after hours or weekend services.

Expires May 31, 2019.

$100 OFF

Tankless Gas Hot Water System

OR

$50 OFF

Gas Hot Water Heater

$150 OFF

AWARD-WINNING COMPANY NJ HIC #: 13VH02253000

Central Air Conditioning Replacement

Adolph S. Rogulski, Master HVACR Contractor Lic#: 19HC00852400

$250 OFF

Michael J. Belanger, NJ Master Plumbing LIC #: 9465

New Install of Air Conditioning or Heating System

COUPONS MUST BE PRESENT WHEN SIGNING CONTRACT and may not be used for prior services/installations.

Coupons do not expire, except service call coupon.

RT Brown, NJ Electrical LIC #: 10584 *FINANCING AVAILABLE*

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 7

Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

May Is Older Americans Month; Let’s Celebrate Our Seniors

Freeholder Forum

by Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari Ocean County is home to 173,000 older Americans who enrich our communities through their diverse life experiences. So many seniors living in the county have brought with them expertise and skills that they are happy to share with the rest of us.

While seniors provide so much to the quality of life here, we are committed to

strengthening our community by connecting with and supporting older adults, their families, and caregivers and acknowledging their many valuable contributions to society.

Ocean County recognizes the importance of bringing together all generations and engaging in activities that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being

for the benefit of all.

Ocean County enhances the lives of older Americans and all of their caregivers, from family members to community assistance and agencies by: • Promoting home and community based services that support independent living • Involving older adults in community events and other activities • Providing opportunities for older adults to work, volunteer, learn, lead, and mentor A robust county library system, a county park system second to none, Ocean County College, Ocean

County Vocational-Technical Schools, are just a few of the county programs seniors can access for leisure and recreational activities or to hone their skills in specific areas.

On May 14, I joined with many of our senior providers to mark the grand opening of a new senior nutrition site and our home delivered meals production kitchen all conveniently located at the Southern Ocean County Service Center in Manahawkin.

Ocean County provides more than 1,100 home-delivered meals a day to seniors, allowing them to maintain their independence and dignity. This program also

serves as a lifeline for the homebound. With each meal delivered comes a wellness check, someone to talk to, someone who can determine if all is ok in the absence of a family member or full-time caregiver.

We are an aging nation.

According to the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, every day, 10,000 baby boomers turn age 65, or nearly 10 million over the next three years.

By 2030, 73 million - or one in five - people in America will be age 65 or older. By 2035, all communities must be prepared to address these realities when, for the first time in our nation’s history,

the population of adults age 60 and older will outnumber people younger than 20.

Ocean County through its Office of Senior Services and other affiliated agencies makes every effort to provide the best services and programs for our seniors.

Whether you are someone new to retirement or someone that is approaching 100, while your needs differ, we recognize the importance of being able to access assistance when needed.

The steps we take today will serve as the foundation for how our seniors are treated in the years to come and the quality of life they will enjoy in their golden years.

National Small Business Week Celebrated In Downtown Toms River From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim TOMS RIVER - Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) kicked off National Small Business Week with a tour of small businesses in Ocean County.

“If we want to keep our economy strong, we need to keep our small businesses empowered to grow and create jobs,” said Congress-

man Kim. “There are more than 13,000 small businesses in Ocean and Burlington Counties. Each one of those small businesses represent the ideas, initiative and aspiration that make New Jersey an economic leader and great place to live.”

Congressman Kim visited The Music Academy,

A Thyme for All Seasons, Bubbys Beanery and the Downtown Shops @53 Main, where he spoke with small business owners and employees about efforts in Congress to empower small businesses to create jobs and create new opportunities in New Jersey.

“The BID joined Congressman Andy Kim in meeting with downtown businesses to discuss the challenges they are facing and the opportunities they are being presented in the current economy,” said Nick Zorojew, Executive Director of the Downtown Toms River Business Improvement District. “Connecting

Business Administration, more than 860,000 small businesses are based in New Jersey, employing 1.8 million people. These jobs constitute nearly half of the private-sector workforce in New Jersey.

“Listening to our small business owners here in New Jersey will make for better policies in Congress,” said

business owners with their public officials is one of the reasons the BID exists. It is encouraging to see those at the federal level engaging our stakeholders. It means Toms River is an area to watch as it strides toward revitalizing its downtown waterfront and enhances its business climate.”

According to the Small

President & Publisher Stewart Swann

Congressman Kim. “I look forward to sharing their insights with my colleagues and delivering for them in Washington.”

Congressman Kim is a member of the House Committee on Small Business, and the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access.

Vice President/COO

Distribution Manager

Jason Allentoff

Laura Hoban

News Editor

Assistant News Editor

Staff Writer/Photographer

Chris Lundy

Kimberly Bosco

Jennifer Peacock

Production Manager

Graphic Artist

Layout Designer

Allison Gradzki

Adriana Starcic

Murphy Miranda

Sales Manager Lorrie Toscano

Sales Account Representatives Donna Harris and Caitlin Mahon

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 8, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Bees:

Continued From Page 1 providing raccoons or whatever wanders nearby an easy bite to eat so they won’t be tempted to steal honey, recreation aide Zach Keczkemethy said.

They were shipped to the park 1,000 or so bees in one box. The queen is separate from the hive. She comes in a delivery in a cell closed off by sugar candy. The bees eat through the candy to free her.

“The common wisdom is to give them time to settle in,” Keczkemethy said.

Then check on them to see how they are getting along.

The two hives can co-exist, and won’t compete for resources, he said, despite being neighbors.

This is not the first time Cattus has played host to a hive. Last year, their queen died and the hive failed, he said.

The park holds educational programs throughout the year (which can be found at OceanCountyParks.org) and the hive provides another learning opportunity – to show people how important the insects are to the natural world.

According to the Earth Day Network, one-third of the country’s food depends on pollination from honey bees and other insects. The number of hives has in Amer-

ica decreased from 6 million in the 1940s to about 2.5 million today.

The United States Department of Agriculture released a study showing there was a 9 percent decline in colonies of five or fewer hives from Jan. 1, 2016 to Jan. 1, 2017. During the same period, there was a drop of about 10,000 colonies of more than five hives.

Information like this has made it out to the general public. Keczkemethy said hobby beekeeping and people making their yards more bee-friendly has helped with these statistics.

Keczkemethy said that local residents can help bee populations by: • Plant only native species • Leave weeds to grow in an unused part of your yard • Limit pesticides and chemical fertilizers The Earth Day Network suggests doing these things to help support honey bees: • Reduce the amount of pesticides that are killing honey bees and other pollinators • Support local beekeepers by getting your honey from local farmers’ markets and other local businesses • Cre at e a p ol l i n at or h abit at w it h bee-friendly plants in your yard or on your school or business property • Plant a bee water garden to attract pollinators

─ Photo by Chris Lundy Recreation aide Zach Keczkemethy works with the hives.

2019 Point Pleasant Beach Offshore Grand Prix POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The 2019 Point Pleasant Beach Offshore Grand Prix will take place on June 14-16 at Arnold Avenue.

New Jersey Offshore Powerboat Racing Association, an all-volunteer organization, has been producing offshore powerboat races at the Jersey shore for 50 years. Point Pleasant Beach has been host to many races during these 50 years.

Experience the excitement of offshore

powerboat racing. Race Weekend starts off Friday night with the race boats on display on Arnold Ave, Point Pleasant Beach. The block party features bands, side walk sales and race boats. Saturday the Pit Area is open to the public to view the race boats close-up, watch the race boat test in the Atlantic Ocean and the race boats parade through the streets of Point Pleasant Beach.

Sunday watch the race from Point Pleasant Beach.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 9

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Lorraine’s Barber Shop HOURS: Mon.Tues.Fri 9-5 • Thursday: 9-7 Saturday: 8:30-3 • CLOSED Sunday & Wednesday

SERVICES

WE DYE

• Senior Men’s Haircuts $12 MEN’S HAIR • Regular Men’s Haircuts $14 TOO! • Senior Women’s Haircuts $15 (Includes Blow Out) • Children’s Haircuts $10 • Beard Trims • Fades • Buzz Cuts • Flat Tops • Facial Waxing

LICENSED MASTER BARBERS 2577 Hooper Ave. • Brick, NJ 08723 • 732.920.0025

–Photos courtesy Brick Township BRICK – Mayor Ducey and the Township Council recognized the Students of the Month for March from Brick Township and Brick Memorial High Schools.

Congratulations students and keep up the great work. Pictured with the students are Council Vice President Lisa Crate and Mayor Ducey.

25th SummerFest Kicks Off July 4 BRICK – Brick Township’s 25th SummerFest presented by Pine Belt Cars kicks off on July 4 with the return of Jessie’s Girl! Wear your best 80’s clothes and get ready to rock out to your favorite 80’s hits!

There will be a food court and a beer/wine garden for guests ages 21 and over.

The concert will begin approximately 7 p.m. Free shuttle buses will be available from 5 p.m. from the following locations:

• Brick Township High School • Drum Point Elementary School • Veterans Memorial Middle School • Midstreams Elementary School • Brick Memorial High School (July 4 only) The last bus to Windward is at 8 p.m.

Return trips begin at 9 p.m. We encourage everyone to consider using the shuttle buses.

A large crowd is anticipated and parking at Windward Beach is expected to fill up early.

Endangered Species Day POINT PLEASANT BEACH – Jenkinson’s Aquarium is celebrating Endangered Species Day on May 18, 1-4 p.m. with SAFE:

Saving Animals From Extinction. Explore how we can all help ensure that wildlife and wild places are here for future generations.

Want to know your Horoscope for the week? Turn to page 27

Est. 1984

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 10, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Giant Yard Sale

Independent & Assisted Living Personalized Assistance for the Independent Resident

A

ble Apartmen a d r ts ffo Starting At

1995

$

NO ENTRANCE FEE! Monthly Rate Includes:

• 3 Homestyle Meals Daily • Social and Recreational Activities • Weekly Housekeeping • Utilities Included • Emergency Call System • Spacious Studios, One & Two Bedroom Apartments • Access to Common and Social areas

Additional Services Available include: • Assisted Living Services • Personal Care Assistance • Wellness and Health Monitoring • Laundry • Medication Management • Scheduled Transportation

MEMORY SUPPORT NOW OPEN!

732-905-9222

2145 Whitesville Road • Toms River, New Jersey 08755

www.springoaktomsriver.com

–Photo courtesy Brick Township Historical Society BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will hold its annual Giant Yard Sale June 1 (rain date June 2) from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Havens Homestead Museum property, 521 Herbertsville Rd., Brick.

There will be a variety of reasonably priced items including furniture, antique toys, household goods, jewelry and much more.

There will be a NJ licensed dealer to buy your unwanted gold/silver, as well as a large bake sale, and specials in Lizzie Hebert Gift Shop.

Admission is free. Parking is in a lot 150 ft. east of the museum.

For more information, visit bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com or call 732-785-2500.

There are no outside dealers.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 11

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

EMS Members Graduate Academy

–Photo courtesy Point Boro EMS Pictured: Cadet C. Jackson, Cadet A. Gaudette, Probationary Member K. Murphy and Cadet I. Baudini.

POINT PLEASANT – On May 7, four Point Boro EMS members graduated from the Ocean County Fire and EMS Training Center’s EMT Program. These members endured 16 weeks of endless hours of practical examinations and studying to complete this course.

We would like to congratulate our members for their dedication to the EMT Program.

Soon, you will be seeing these faces on our ambulances, providing the most up to date and efficient care to our community.

The next step for these future clinicians will be to take the National Registry EMT Exam.

We wish them the best of luck and can’t wait for them to get back on the truck - this time as EMT’s!

Congratulations and job well done!

2019 Junior Police Camp TOMS RIVER – Calling all Toms River 6th, 7th, and 8th graders! Join the Toms River Police Department this summer for our 2019 Junior Police Camp. Get your applications in early before all slots are filled.

See you guidance counselor for applications

today!

To view videos from previous years please visit: tomsriverpolicefoundation.org. Videos are at the bottom of the home page.

Applications can be downloaded at: trpolice.org.

BUSINESS OWNERS THAT WOULD LIKE TO JOIN PLEASE EMAIL DSIROTA@BRICKTOWNSHIP.NET 502 Baking Company 9 Round Fitness Kickboxing Added Touch Florist Affordable Automotive Service Center All Pro Carpet Care Amara Dental Azzurro Italian Restaurante & Pizzeria Blaine’s Jewelry Box Brick Flower Market Brick Tile And Stone Bubbakoos Burrito’s Buffalo Wild Wings Cedar Bridge Dental Associates Cigars And More Cloud 9 Donuts Cold Stone Creamery Custom Request Computer Services D Fitness Studio

D & M Carpet Dyeing & Cleaning Co. Dash Mechanical Heating & AC David’s Culinary Catering DeSanto Electric Defelice Auto Sales & Repair Doggie Styles Dura-Plex, Inc. Elite Smoke Shop Farmer’s Insurance (Rt. 88) Farmer’s Insurance (Mantoloking Rd.) Furry Friends Mobile Vet G & W Construction Group Get Floored Great Clips Herbertsville Car Wash IHOP Of Brick Il Boccone Italian Restaurant Jersey Shore Marina & Boat Sales

Shore Kickboxing Joe’s Service Center Shore Points Driving School Joe’s Towing Auto Pit Crew Lube Spanish Olive La La’s Gourmet Cookies Sport Clips Leonard Perry Motors Strictly Electric Mantoloking Collision Sweet Green Food Market Mantoloking Road Ale House Teddy’s Auto Saloon Monmouth Computer Assoc., LLC Truckland LLC Neil Slattery Plumb, Heating, Cooling Nor’easter Painting, Staining & PowerWashing Urban Coal House Pizza & Bar Villa Vittoria Ocean Fitness Equipment Wellington Martial Arts Academy Phily’s Cuts Salon & Barbershop Pine Belt Auto Group Pinot’s Palette VISIT: Playa Bowls www.propertytaxcard.com RAC Excavating /buyinbrick or call River Rock Liquors River Rock Restaurant & Marina 732-451-4007 to get your FREE BUY in BRICK card & save on School Of Rock your PROPERTY TAX BILL!

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 12, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Connect BRICK TIMES With the

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

May is Bicycle Safety Month

Like Us On

SCAN THIS CODE!

Like Us On

• Chat about your community • Find out what’s happening in our latest issue • Stay up to date on local events

www.facebook.com/thebricktimes –Photos courtesy Brick Police BRICK – Brick Police are reminding drivers and bicyclists to do their part to help reduce deaths and injuries on our roads during Bicycle Safety Month.

Tips for Bicyclists:

FULL BODY CARDIO-JAM SESSION! 732.703.1520

POUNDFITOFBRICK.NET

Preferred Company

On Air and Online

Hosted by

Mon-Fri • 8 AM-10 AM 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM “I love the show!

I wake up every morning with you.”

- Jill, Bricktown

Joel Markel

“Great show this morning...great conversation.”

- Adrienne, Red Bank

“LOVE THE SHOW!” - Anne, Lakewood

800-603-CARE

Check out our podcast on PreferredCompany.net

• Always wear a properly-fitted helmet that meets the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards.

• Check your bike equipment before heading out: check for proper fit and function, including tires, brakes, handlebars and seats.

• Ride in the same direction as traffic, as a vehicle on the road.

• Obey traffic signs, signals, and lane markings; signal all turns; and follow local laws.

• Be predictable; ride in a straight line and use hand signals when changing lanes or turning.

• Stay focused; look ahead for traffic and obstacles in your path.

• Be visible: wear bright colors, reflective materials and lights on your bicycle at night and in low light conditions.

• Stay alert: don’t use electronic devices.

• Ride safe; riding impaired by alcohol or drugs affects your judgment and skill; it affects your safety and others on the road Tips for Motorists: • Pass bicyclists on the road with care; allow at least three feet clearance.

• Look for cyclists before opening a car door or pulling out from a parking space.

• Yield to bicyclists at intersections and as directed by signs and signals.

• Look for bicyclists before making turns, either left or right.

• Respect designated bicycle lanes; don’t use them for parking, passing or turning.

• Never drive distracted or impaired. Always buckle up.

Memorial Day BBQ Picnic BRICK – Elks and guests, please join us for this year’s Memorial Day BBQ Picnic on Saturday, May 25 from 1-5 p.m. Our outdoor bar officially opens for the season on that day! Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Event includes food, refreshments and music by Wayne Bilotti Duo. Contact Sheri Maydan at 732-674-8148 or Lisa Halligan at 732-703-5889.

CPR Class BRICK – Attention all HealthCare providers! Brick Township Volunteer Emergency Medical Services will be hosting a BLS for Healthcare providers CPR class on June 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Brick EMS, 500 Aurora Place. Don’t let your certification expire! Cost is $60. Sign up today. Space is limited!

Addiction Assistance In Brick BRICK – The BLUE HART program is available on Thursdays in Brick at no cost. People who are seeking help with addiction are urged to take advantage of the program. Brick Township’s overdose numbers are continuing to decrease and we believe it is a result of all of our efforts which include education, enforcement, drug take back and treatment.

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

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 13

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Social Security Opens Up New Online Portal For New Jersey Residents

By Kimberly Bosco NEW JERSEY – New Jersey residents will now have easier, quicker access to social security services with the Social Security Administration’s new portal. The Social Security portal can be found at socialsecurity. gov/myaccount.

According to Nancy A. Berryhill, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, residents can use the portal for Social Security number (SSN) card replacement requests from the comfort of their own home.

“I’m pleased to offer the residents of New Jersey the added convenience of replacing a Social Security card through the my Social Security portal,” Acting Commissioner Berryhill said. “We will continue to work on innovative initiatives to provide people with safe, secure and convenient options for doing business with us online or in person.”

Not only this, but current Social Security beneficiaries will be able to manage their account on the site as well; they can change an address, adjust direct deposit, obtain a benefit verification letter, or request a replacement SSA-1099.

New Jersey and the District of Columbia are the first places to have this program available. The SSA plans to gradually roll

out this service, expanding it to other states throughout 2019.

According to the SSA, the portal will mean shorter wait times in the more than 1,200 Social Security offices across the country and more time for staff to work with customers who have extensive service needs.

If you are a US citizen 18 years of age or older, and a resident of New Jersey, you can request a replacement SSN card online through the portal by creating an account.

You must have a US mailing address, not require a change to your record (such as a name change), and have a valid driver’s license or state identification card.

Not to worry, the Social Security portal is a secure site for social security services! Almost 41 million people have already begun using their accounts.

In addition to SSN card replacements, Medicare beneficiaries can use the portal to request a replacement Medicare card. Those still in the workforce can use the portal to verify their earnings history and obtain estimates of future benefits by looking at their Social Security Statement online.

For more information on the service, visit socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber.

Rotary Club of Brick Morning Meeting BRICK – On Wednesday, May 22, 2019 our Rotary Club of Brick, NJ - Morning guest speaker will be Christian Kane, President, Toms River Field of Dreams.

The Toms River Field of Dreams (TRFOD) is a project with a mission to encourage and engage our communities (Monmouth and Ocean Counties), with a focus on those with special needs, in physical and social activity

by building a community complex to provide opportunities for all individuals of all ages all abilities to engage, explore and socialize together.

The Rotary Club of Brick, NJ - Morning meets each Wednesday morning at the Brick Diner at 7:30 a.m. and welcomes guests and prospective members for fellowship and breakfast.

Sign Up For Nixle Alerts POINT PLEASANT – To register for Nixle urgent and routine messages from the Point Pleasant Police Department, go to Nixle.com and register one or more email addresses and/or cell phone numbers. You can enter a zip code, or look up a police agency to see which agencies in the area are using the Nixle service anywhere in the nation. Once registered, you can personalize your locations and your preferences. Or, to receive important ALERT & ADVISORY TEXTS ONLY, text your zip code to 888777.

2019 Ocean County Fair BERKELEY – The 2019 Ocean County Fair will be five days filled with entertainment, 4H displays and animals, rides, games, food, a chainsaw carver, pig races and a walk thru/hands on butterf ly encounter. Sit back and listen to the music or be entertained by the magic of our County Fair. Make new family memories or relive memories of your youth.

Cost is $8 per person with children under 10 free. Fair will be held at Robert J Miller Airpark at the following dates and times: • Wednesday, July 10, 5-11 p.m.

• Thursday, July 11, 5-11 p.m.

• Friday, July 12, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

• Saturday, July 13, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

• Sunday, July 14, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 14, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

YOUR AD COULD BE HERE!

CALL 732.657.7344 TO FIND OUT HOW!!

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Fire Prevention Poster Contest Awards

–Photo courtesy Brick Township Fire Dept.

BRICK – The 2018 Fire Prevention Poster Contest Ocean County Award Ceremony took place before the Ocean County Freeholders meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. The winning posters will go onto the New Jersey Fire Prevention Protection Association for judging on the State level.

• Division 1 - Stella Breitenbruck • Division 2 - Bridget Felser • Division 3 - Angie Mariano • Division 4 - Narnia Bagnol • Division 5 - Garry Grimm • Division 6 - Khyri Jones • Division 7 - Brianna Poe

Traders Cove Concerts Begin August 7

BRICK – Mayor John Ducey invites you to enjoy Brick Township’s Traders Cove Concert Series featuring the Basso Brothers on Wednesday, August 7 at 7 p.m. The Basso Brothers will be playing acoustic versions of your favorite songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s. The concert is free to attend. Please bring your own chairs and blankets.

Brick Chamber Educational Foundation Scholarship Awards 2019 BRICK – Join the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce Educational Foundation at Crystal Point Yacht Club as we present our 2019 Scholarship Awards on May 22, 5:307:30 p.m.

All proceeds benefit the Educational Foundation to help fund scholarships. $250 Cocktail Party Sponsorships are available! Sponsors will receive admission for two and their company name and logo on the event flyer, signage, the evening program and press releases.

Special recognition will be given at the event!

With over $300,000 in Scholarships presented over the last 25 years, the Foundation is proud to assist these wonderful students and adults in furthering their educational pursuits.

Admission tickets are available for $25.

Please call the Chamber office at 732-4774949 or: events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/ event?oeidk=a07eg1634sp45634a53&llr=ngxyowcab&showPage=true.

Marvel Superheroes Meet And Greet

POINT PLEASANT – From the pages of legendary comics to Jenkinson’s Boardwalk!

Don’t miss the chance to meet your favorite Marvel Superheroes Spider-Man & Captain America on June 20 from 4-9 p.m.!

Children come dressed as your favorite superhero and receive 1 Free Ride at our ride park!

Spider-Man & Captain America will be at their Meet & Greet areas from 4-9 p.m., during this time our superheroes will also be taking breaks. Break schedules will be posted in both areas.

Not only can you meet a superhero but it’s also our first fireworks of the season at dark!

Check out Dr. Izzy’s Sound News on Page 16

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 15

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Brick Township Historical Society Meeting

BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will hold its next meeting June 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Rd., Brick. Captain Steve Nagiewicz, a member of the Brick Township Preservation Committee, will present a program about the Revolutionary War Pri-

vateers on the Mullica River. Admission is free and the public is invited. Parking is in a lot in the rear of the firehouse.

For more information on the activities of the society see its website at: bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com or call 732-7852500.

Brick Art Exhibition

BRICK – Brick Township Schools are hosting a Visual Exhibition and District Show art show on May 22 from 6:30-8 p.m. at VMES and VMMS, Hendrickson Ave. For more information, visit brickschools.org.

OCVTS Highlights Precision Machine Technology Program

TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Career Expo will showcase Precision Machine Technology Program for high school students on May 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Tour the new Precision Machine Technology training facility and learn more about the incredible opportunities in advanced manufacturing, OCVTS Jackson Center, 850 Toms River Road.

With an increase in the number of advanced manufacturing jobs returning to the United States, there is a growing need for skilled technicians.

Today’s manufacturing environment involves integrated technology, automation, applied engineering skills and the need for individuals to program, troubleshoot, repair and operate the manufacturing lines.

Ocean County Vocational Technical School is now offering a training program for high school students which meets the current and emerging workforce needs in the advanced manufacturing industry. This program involves Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) theory and operations, interpreting engineering drawings, production planning, metal fabrication, GTAW (TIG welding, GMAW (MIG) welding, precision measurement and analysis, manual machine operations and workplace safety (OSHA-10). Students will also learn programming, problem solving and equipment operations as they bring a product from idea to reality. OCVTS has partnered closely with industry professionals to create an authentic STEMbased makerspace with state of the art equipment

and technology used in industry today. Local manufacturers, right here in Ocean County, are searching for new employees with the right skills AND the ambition to build a challenging career.

High school sophomore and juniors are invited to tour the new facilities and learn more about the incredible opportunities in advanced manufacturing at the OCVTS Career Expo on May 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the OCVTS Jackson Center, 850 Toms River Road.

For more information visit ocvts.org/expo or call 732-473-3122.

OCEAN COUNTY NJ ONLINE

Il Giardinello Ristorante

Serving Ocean County for 22 years

Stella Towne Center • 1232 Route 166 • Toms River

732-286-9111

NOW OPEN 7 DAYS B BYO Lunch Served Mon.-Fri. • Dinner Served Mon.-Sun. With Coupon

FREE ENTREE

Buy 1 Lunch or Dinner at Reg. Menu Price & Receive a 2nd Lunch or Dinner

FREE

Serving Lunch & Dinner Come Experience our Award-Winning Italian Cuisine!

Catering For All Occasions!

CATERING

Maximum Value $13 Not Valid On Saturday (Must be of Equal or Lesser Value) One coupon per couple. Limit 3 coupons per table. Must be present for discount. May not be combined with any other offer. Not valid on holidays. Not valid on Deliveries.

(Valid for Lunch & Dinner) BR

www.OceanCountyNJOnline.com

185

for 10-12 people

Includes: Chicken Francese Penne Vodka • Stuffed Eggplant Rollatini Salad • Bread & Butter

www.ilgiardinello.com – GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!

A FULL SERVICE LAW FIRM 189 Route 37 • Toms River, NJ (1/4 Mile W. of GSP) 74 Brick Blvd. • Brick, NJ (The Pavillion) 623 Lacey Rd. • Forked River, NJ

732-349-4949

Your Gateway Resource to Ocean County NJ Information

♦ Ocean County Events ♦ Community Information ♦ Business Listings

$

Silvio M. Silvi Neil D. Honschke Ralph F. Fedele

• Personal Injury • Workers’ Compensation • Municipal Court • Wills / Living Wills / POA • Estate Probate • Estate Administration • Real Estate Closings

PROMPT & PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION

www.sfhlaw.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 16, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Let SCORE Help You for the Life of Your Business BUILD • GROW • THRIVE

H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth

Free and Confidential Business Mentoring

Dr. Izzy’s Sound News

Local Workshops Online Expert Resources Visit us at www.score.org now to find out more about SCORE. Or call 1-800-634-0245.

Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

This material is based on work supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) under cooperative agreement number SBAHQ-07-S-0001. Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.

24 HOURS A DAY • 7 DAYS A WEEK

LICENSED, BONDED, INSURED

• Care for Seniors, Adults & Pediatrics • Skilled Nursing (RNs, LPNs) • Adult & Pediatric Ventilator Care • Home Health Aides • 24-Hour Live-In Aides • Private Pay and Most Insurances Accepted

PREFERREDCARES.COM

Hosted by

Joel Markel

Preferred Company

On Air and Online Monday-Friday

8 AM-10 AM 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM “I love the show!

I wake up every morning with you.”

- Jill, Bricktown

“Great show this morning...great conversation.”

- Adrienne, Red Bank

“LOVE THE SHOW!” - Anne, Lakewood

800-603-CARE Check out our podcast on PreferredCompany.net

Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

5 Fascinating Facts: Hearing Edition Did you know your ears NEVER stop hearing? During sleep, your brain simply ignores incoming sounds. Here are four more facts to show just how intriguing the world of hearing can be.

Some people have SUPER HEARING — sort of. True super hearing would make you miserable: Loud sounds would be even louder, and you could hear all the noises in your neighbors’ houses at once. But some people are sensitive to certain aspects of hearing: Some hear very quiet sounds, others very high pitches, and some can tell whether sound arrives at each ear at a different time.

The WAX MOTH has the best hearing of any animal (including humans). Galleria mellonella, also known as the wax moth, can hear frequencies up to 300 kHz. For comparison, bats — the wax moth’s main predators — can hear their own sonar at 212 kHz, a dog can hear 45 kHz, and a human with unusually good hearing can hear 20 kHz. Tinnitus can be MUSICAL. Some

people experience what’s called musical ear syndrome (MES). As with tinnitus, it’s a sound perception with no external source. But unlike the simple sounds of tinnitus, such as ringing or buzzing, MES can include perception of entire songs, such as “Silent Night” or Wagner’s “Ride of the Valkyries.” In fact, a common name for MES is musical tinnitus.

The longest anyone has endured the quietest place on Earth is 55 MINUTES. The anechoic (echo-free) chamber at Microsoft in Redmond, Wash., is the quietest place on earth. Any sound waves that hit the walls, floor, or ceiling are instantly absorbed. For a human sitting in it alone, the chamber is unsettling — you can hear noises that happen inside your body.

Garden State Hearing & Balance Center has been providing hearing care services for almost 30 years. They can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www.gardenstatehearing.com

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting (expanded hours!), and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 17

H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

9 Ways You Ruin Your Teeth

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

You may unknowingly be hurting your teeth with everyday things, for example drinking kombucha. Enamel is the protective hard coating on the outside of your teeth and when it comes off, tooth erosion occurs and cavities form.

Several health articles have come out recently, warning about kombucha and its potentially detrimental effects on teeth. The same enamel damage can be done by eating citrus fruits, drinking fruit juice, drinking coffee, carbonated water or soda. Protect your teeth if you love these drinks: Drink water afterwards to rinse and neutralize all the acid. Find unsweetened brands and don’t sip it all day. Drink your kombucha (or other acidic drink) very quickly. Wait 30 minutes to brush your teeth because your enamel is most vulnerable when it has just been exposed to acidic beverages and brushing it may aggravate the enamel at its weakest moment. So rinse with water immediately after drinking, and then brush your teeth 30 minutes later.

These 9 Factors Can Also Ruin Your Teeth: 1. Antihistamines. They have anti-cholinergic side effects which cause dry mouth through the reduction of saliva production.

But it’s the saliva that helps control bacterial growth in your mouth and saliva contains compounds that allow for re-mineralization (strengthening) of your teeth.

2. Biting Fingernails. This can crack or splinter enamel, especially if it’s been primed by acidic drinks, and therefore weak to begin with.

3. Brushing Your Teeth Immediately.

Scrubbing your dental enamel right after drinking anything acidic can hurt the enamel.

4. Drinking Coffee or Wine. It stains your teeth and makes you look older. The trouble is that routinely whitening them with peroxide strips isn’t so great either.

5. Osteoporosis Medications. Some of these drugs have been shown to have a detrimental impact on jaw bone, especially in patients who have had their teeth pulled.

6. Fruit drinks and juice boxes. The kids love these things, but again, the fruit juices are very acidic, and full of sugar so it’s a twofold blow upon their developing teeth!

7. Xerostomia. This is the term for dry mouth and low salivary flow, which can be caused by medications as well as some disorders. This can be caused by a multitude of conditions among them, pre-diabetes, diabetes, stroke, thrush, Candida, Alzheimer’s disease, Sjogren’s syndrome or hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone).

8. Snoring or Sleep Apnea. It causes you to sleep with your mouth open and this leads to dry mouth, and this can cause your enamel to suffer from the lack of saliva.

9. Reflux. Your stomach acid is way more corrosive than soda, kombucha, fruit juice and sparkling water! When you have reflux, the stomach acid which has a pH of 2 flows up your esophagus and may get into your mouth and hurt your teeth.

It probably goes without saying, but see your dentist routinely and eat a healthy balanced diet. Consider foods that are high in minerals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and selenium. Vitamin D and CoQ10 are also useful for general dental health.

MOTIONS MAY PRO grated Healthcare

At Brielle Inte

First-Time Clients

$

27 Initial Chiropractic Visit & Necessary X-Rays

(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) ©2019 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

ACUPUNCTURE

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM! Search: @JSHOREONLINE LOOK FOR A VARIETY OF PHOTOS SNAPPED ALL AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE! Have a photo you’d like to share with the community? TAG US!

Visit online @ jerseyshoreonline.com

$

19

1 HOUR

$

39

MASSAGE

PHYSICAL THERAPY CONSULTATION

FREE! First-Time Clients Located in Brielle Sports Club

629 Higgins Ave • Brielle, NJ 08730

We Accept Most Insurances

CALL TODAY! 732.292.9900 • www.bihcare.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 18, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Around The Jersey Shore Attention All Active, Retired Military and Wounded Warriors

May is Military Appreciation Month and Crossroads Realty is proud to announce that we participate in US Military on the Move, a program offered exclusively by Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. When buying or selling a home, we have a program designed to reward America’s fighting men and women for their service to our country.

US Military on the Move is a free real estate rebate and information program that allows you to earn cash back when you buy or sell a home. When you by or sell a home through US Military on the Move, you receive a cash rebate on the actual sales price – not a fixed amount based on

a range of values – and you’ll receive your rebate at closing!

Crossroads has been assisting veterans and civilians reach their home ownership dreams since 1966. Byron Kotzas, founder of Crossroads Realty, was a veteran of the Air Force, piloting missions from 1942 to 1945 in WWII. He also has been an avid supporter of the ongoing efforts of the USO. Byron was legendary for his philanthropic endeavors with many charities but the USO was very dear to home.

We thank you for your service.

To find out more about this program, call Tina Orth at 732-674-7913.

Join Buy In Brick Today BRICK – Not a Buy in Brick cardholder yet? The property tax rewards program gives you the opportunity to earn credit towards your property tax bill by shopping and dining locally. To receive a card,

please send your name and mailing address to dsirota@twp.brick.nj.us or call 732262-4007. For a full list of participating businesses: bricktownship.net/index.php/ community/buy-in-brick/.

Send your community events to news@jerseyshoreonline.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 19

R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Helpful Tips To Ensure Your Mortgage Application Is Approved

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By: Dina M. Vicari Esq. and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

A necessary but intensive task during your journey to purchase your new home will be providing your mortgage representative with all of the financial records and additional information they may require during the home buying process. Equally, during a re-finance of your existing home many of the same financial records will be required.

In either case, the process is started with an application and then moves through the underwriting process until the loan is clear to close. This time period may span from 30 days to several months, depending on the complexity of the loan program. There are several tips to remember which will help achieve a smooth closing.

First, as an applicant, you never want to open new credit cards, switch credit card balances to new credit cards or make large purchases on existing credit cards. Even the smallest of purchases on a new card may lead to a much larger available line of credit. This is important to remember when you are paying for movers or looking to purchase new appliances and/or furniture for your new home.

All of these actions can disrupt your income to debt ratio which can be a major obstacle in getting to that clear to close position. Make sure prior to utilizing any credit that it is discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to avoid delays in obtaining clearance to close your loan.

Second, in a situation where you are either re-financing your existing home or purchasing a home that requires repairs prior to closing, make sure all home improvements/ repairs are completed prior to the home appraisal. Nearly all loans require an appraisal.

Therefore, in order to avoid any delays with

your closing, make sure you properly plan the Dina M. Vicari Esq. timing of your appraisal.

Timing of the appraisal should be discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to ensure that there are no on-going improvements within the property that would require a re-appraisal, which will delay the process and cost an additional fee.

Third, it is important to make sure you are prepared for closing and have enough money saved-up to bring to the closing table. At the time of closing there are lender costs and third party costs, such as payments to insurance companies, surveyors, title companies, home owner associations, tax office, municipal utilities and many more, which must be paid at closing. It is important to communicate with your Attorney and mortgage lender to review all of the closing costs that you will be responsible for at the time of closing.

The above items may be overwhelming but we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.

Our clients’ success is our greatest reward.

732-505-1212 • RCSHEA.COM

BRICKTOWNONLINE.COM Information for Residents, 24/7 Exposure for Local Businesses

LOCAL INFORMATION: • Area Events • Restaurants • Things to Do • Local Business Directory AND MUCH MORE...

www.BrickTownOnline.com » 732-929-0730

CHIMNEYS • GUTTERS • ROOFING • MASONRY

Busy Bee

Chimney & Gutter Cleaning • New Roofs Steps & Sidewalks

$39 CHIMNEY CLEANING – $85 GUTTER CLEANING

10% OFF WITH THIS AD

Owned & Operated by Mike Umstead

732-240-0488

HIC #13VH06729000

Peace of Mind and Heart Before, During and Beyond Timothy E. Ryan Owner/Senior Director N.J. Lic. No. 3103

Serving Ocean County for Over 50 Years “I have always believed that funeral service was a vocation and not simply a career.”

- Tim Ryan

OUR SERVICES • Burial/Graveside Services • Cremation Services • Memorial Services • Specialty Funeral Services

OUR LOCATIONS 706 Grand Central Ave. Lavallette, NJ 08735 732-793-9000 809 Central Ave. Seaside Park, NJ 08752 732-793-9000 145 St. Catherine Blvd.

Toms River, NJ 08757 732-505-1900 995 Fischer Blvd., Toms River, NJ 08753 732-288-9000 O’Connell Chapel • 706 Hwy 9 Bayville, NJ 08721 732-269-0300 DeBow Chapel 150 West Veterans Hwy. Jackson, NJ 08527 732-928-0032

www.ryanfuneralhome.com

Page 20, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

jerseyshoreonline.com

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 21

CLASSIFIEDS For Rent 55+ Community - 2 bdr ,1-1/2 baths, lg. liv/din, wash/dryer, dishwasher, attached garage, $1195.00/month + security, no pets, 732-793-0995. (23) SEASIDE PARK - Yearly Lease, Magnificent Oceanfront, Super Clean one/two or three bedroom apartments with deck and yard -from $1800 908-278-5491.

(24)

Real Estate Rental Or Purchase - 1 & 2 BR Homes – Adult 55+ Community Homestead Run – Toms River.

BYRON COURT-nearing completion! www.homesteadrun.com Call 732-370-2300.

(23)

Garage Sale Garage Sale - Brick, 30 Gloria Ann Smith Dr. 5/18 and 5/19, 9 a m t o 2 p m , J e w e l r y, j u k e box, unusual items, woodchipper, tikis and much more. (22) S a t u r d a y, D r i v e w a y S a l e House decor, baby items, clothing, shoes and more! 1306 Linda Drive, Toms River. 9am-2pm. (22)

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.

Call Rick 908-616-7104.

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

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n)

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Micromedia looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n)

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)

Part Time Food Service - NEW STARTING RATE OF $10.00/hr. 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. in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (22)

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

Honest-reliable. Low rates. 732-8994470 or 732-915-4075.

(23)

School Bus/ Trip Drivers Wanted Ocean County runs and athletic trips available. CDL with P&S endorsements needed. Willing to train up to $19.50 per hour. 732-905-5100. (22) 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.

This person will work every Sunday to coordinator church runs, and every other weekend for residents trips.. Position requires a CDL license with 16+ passenger endorsement.

For immediate consideration apply to to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org or apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732-849-2047. EOE. (22) 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 – 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

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)

Small Lakewood Company - looking for a weekday P/T Customer Service person. Must be organized, able to multitask w/good verbal & written communication skills - MUST know ACT and Word. Flexible hours.

Contact sales@dalemark.com. (23)

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)

Custodians Needed - 1 full time, 1 part time. Friendly upbeat atmosphere. Adult Community Clubhouse duties. 732-350-2882.

(22)

For Sale

CNA - The Pines is looking for experienced C N A's to work FT or PT on our Skilled Nursing Unit. Full Time 3-11, Part time and weekend commitment available for all shifts. WE have a weekend program that requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Full Time positions offer competitive rate (based on experience), and 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. (22)

For Sale John Deere O Turn Riding Mower - 80 hrs. Extra blades. $3,000. Call 609-276-7549 after 2pm. Leave message. (23) Golf Cart - In excellent condition with extras including heater. $1,500 or best offer. Call Gordon 908-963-1996. (23) Contents Of Home For Sale - Dining room, queen bedroom and much more. Barnegat 914-924-7197. (22)

Services

House Cleaning - I will clean your home. Very good prices.

Call 732-773-5078.

(22) Experienced Aide - Provide personal care, shopping, cooking, driving.

Katherine 609-529-6522.

(20) Cheap Painting Done Rite Over 35 years experience. Fully insured. Free estimates. 732506-7787 or 646-643-7678. (23) Annie's Face Painting - Planners/ Hosts: Bring joy, creativity and positive self image to your event. Contact 908-902-4135. muktiji.com. (25) Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs.

Utility shed roofs replaced. Prompt service. Insured. Gutters cleaned.

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (20) 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. (28) 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.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (20) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) Painting - I will paint your rooms. Very good prices. Call 732-773-5078.

(22) 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.

(22) Don't Like Or Have The Time For Ironing? - Let me do it for you. Please call 732-886-0134. $25/hour. (18) Driver - Handling all your transportation needs. Airports, NYC, AC. 5 Star Service. Senior discounts.

Call Kevin 732-644-2361.

(19) JoAnn Cares - Part time help for seniors. I can do companionship, prepare lunch, light shopping and light cleaning. Call JoAnn 908-783-7985. (19)

CLASSIFIEDS CANNOT BE PLACED OVER THE PHONE.

1. Below, circle the heading you would like your ad to appear under: • Estate/Garage/Yard Sales

• Items Wanted

• For Rent

• Auto For Sale

• Help Wanted

• Real Estate

• Items For Sale

• Services

• Other

2.

Print clearly your ad as you want it to read. Include Phone # within ad below (counts as 1 word). Use separate sheet if necessary.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21*

22*

23*

24*

25*

26*

27*

28*

29*

30*

31*

32*

You are responsible for checking your ad the first time it runs and notifying us of any errors. If we make an error, we will correct it and rerun the ad. We will not be responsible for multiple insertions if you do not call us after the first ad run. No refunds for classified ads. Newspapers are available at our office.

Please feel free to stop in and check your ad.

Calculate Price As Follows: 3. 1 week* at $29.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 2 weeks* at $44.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 3 weeks* at $60.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 4 weeks* at $74.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ *In order to qualify for discounts, the same ad

Total = $ must run over the requested weeks.

4. Make check payable in advance to Micromedia Publications, or fill in Mastercard/Visa/American Express SORRY NO DISCOVER info below:

Credit Card#

Exp.

Cardholder Signature: Print Name:

TO: PO Box 521, Lakehurst, NJ 08733.

5. MAIL Credit Card Orders Only can be faxed to: 732-657-7388.

Or go to jerseyshoreonline.com to place your classified.

6. PHONE NUMBER

(THIS IS REQUIRED)

Deadline For Classified Ads: 12pm Monday (For that Saturday’s publication) CLASSIFIEDS CANNOT BE PLACED OVER THE PHONE. If you have any questions, please call Ali at 732-657-7344, ext. 203.

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 22, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

BUSINESS DIRECTORY ALTERED ESTATES LAWN SERVICE A Full Service Lawn Care Company

Lawn Cutting

Aeration • Seeding • Fertilizer • Lime Spring & Fall Clean-Ups

Fully Licensed & Insured

PROUDLY SERVING BRICK & PT. PLEASANT For Over 30 Years

POWER WASHING LOW PRESSURE ROOF STAIN REMOVAL WITH 2 YEAR WARRANTY! Bleach does not kill mold spores & stains will reappear quicker!

NO BLEACH!

**SPECIAL SPRING PRICING** After

Before

www.AlteredEstatesLawnService.com

732-840-0588

Executive Enterprises of NJ, LLC Toms River, NJ FULL SERVICE » HOT WATER & SOAP

FREE

ESTIMATES

Replacements & New Install of Heating & Air Conditioning Units

Remove Dirt, Mold & Mildew Houses & Gutters • Concrete Patios Gutter Clean-Outs • Driveways • Walkways • Pavers Biodegradeable Environmentally Safe Cleaning Products

891 Rt. 37 West • Toms River, NJ 08755 HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING

SENIOR DISCOUNTS

CALL 732-608-6181 • 888-971-7070

Serving All of Ocean & Monmouth Counties

FULLY INSURED – FREE ESTIMATES

1-800-688-TEMP • www.caretemp.com

Lic# 13VH05877600

GREAT RATES FOR BUSINESS DIRECTORY ADS! Since 2003 - Broken Springs? Lost Remotes?

Repair & Replacement of Garage Doors & openers • Hundreds of styles, colors and sizes to choose from • We deal with many of the major manufacturers • Expert Installation/Repairs

732-571-5121 • 609-698-3781 • www.yourgaragedoorguy.com

Numerous Discount Packages Available!

EFFECTIVE AFFORDABLE

NEED A DUMPSTER?

WE ACCEPT • Visa • MasterCard • American Express

CALL TODAY! 732.657.7344

10, 15, 20 & 30 Cu. Yd. Dumpster Rentals Clean-Outs • Demolition

732-833-8282

www.AffordableNJDumpsters.com

•Affordable Housing •Elaborate Design •Various Features •Shorter Completion Time

FAMILY, INTERNAL & ADULT MEDICINE

•Supreme Quality

Same-Day Appointments • All Insurances Accepted Routine & Acute Care • Physicals/CDLs & Labs

•Energy Efficient •Eco-Friendly

35 Beaverson Blvd. Ste 7C • Brick • 732.920.8022 4013 US 9 N • Ste 1N • Howell • 732.905.5255

•Lower Costs

reliancemed.com Since 1928

LEONARDO LGD PAINTING

$25 OFF

PLUMBING • HEATING • COOLING

With This Ad

CALL TODAY FOR FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE

•Service Contracts • Water Heaters • Boilers • Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Gas Conversions • Tubs/Grab Bars • Sinks/Faucets • Bath & Kitchen Remodeling • FREE ESTIMATES

Instant Financing Available

732-349-3322 • 732-892-3322 • 732-367-3322 Ronald Schultz NJ Master Plumber Lic #12170

NJ HIC Lic# 13VH01340700

www.lezgusplumbing.com

Custom Homes • Custom Bathrooms New All Additions • Custom Kitchens Bathroom $ Finished Basements 4,99500 New Michael VanBerkel Kitchen 3rd Generation Builder $10,99500 1-866-582-5397 Lic.#13VH03593100

YARD WORK & LANDSCAPING

Clean-ups • Tree & Shrub Trimming • Weed Control Tree & Shrub Removal • Plantings • Mulch • Stone & More Assurance Landscaping, LLC

175 Bartley Road • Jackson, NJ 08527 732-370-4700 • www.bartleyhealthcare.com

732-458-TONY or 732-678-7584 Tony Ricci • LIC#13VH05930800 AssuranceLandscaping.com

• Exterior Painting • Interior Painting • Power Washing • Wallpaper Removal

.com

• Decorative Moldings • Faux Painting FREE • Deck Staining ESTIMATES • Floor Epoxy

We Also Do Sheetrock & Spackle Repairs!

With This Ad. Lic. No 13VH04848400

732-300-6251 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING SINCE 1920

Residential & Commercial

Tank Protection Plans • Budgets • Service Contracts Gas Conversions • Fuel Oil • Bottled Gas Plumbing #3563 Electrical #11134

732.349.4343

310 Main Street Toms River, NJ 08753

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 23

Around The Jersey Shore County Officials Recognize Mental Health Awareness Residential Dementia & Alzheimer’s Community

Alzheimer’s Support Group

1st Saturday of Each Month at Noon (Call for details) In a Safe, Comfortable Setting Like the Home They’ve Always Known!

Specialized care for the memory impaired from your home to our home Safe & comfortable care • 24-Hour supervision • Private bedrooms Safe & secure grounds • Activities 7 days a week Fully licensed and governed under the NJ Department of Health & Senior Service. ─ Photo courtesy Ocean County Library OCEAN COUNTY - Pictured for the proclamation presentation are from left to right are Michael Roche, Mental Health Board member and NAMI Board member; Freeholder Quinn; Peter Hartney, Mental Health Board Chairman, Jamie Busch, Assistant Director and Assistant Mental Health Administrator, Ocean County Department of Human Services; Dennis Fleishmann, Mental Health Board member; Kimberly Mott, Mental Health Awareness Committee Co-Chair and Meghan Corrigan, Mental Health Awareness Committee Co-Chair.

OCEAN COUNTY – In an effort to reduce stigma and increase awareness surrounding mental health conditions, Ocean County kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month with an event at the Ocean County Library in celebration of wellness.

Ocean County Freeholder Gary Quinn, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Human Services and its Mental Health Board presented a Freeholder proclamation proclaiming May as Mental Health Awareness Month.

The event also served as an opportunity to honor individuals, agencies and organizations that are outstanding community

advocates that help promote mental health awareness. The winners of “The Voice” Youth Creation Expression Contest, and the “What a Difference a Friend Makes” Art Contest were recognized for their winning contest entrees. Brownie Troop 29 was honored for being the first to earn the Mental Health Awareness Patch.

Freeholder Quinn noted that wellness and recovery are more likely in a society of acceptance and the Ocean County Mental Health Awareness Committee seeks to advocate toward decreasing the negative attitudes that surround mental illness through education and informational programs.

AIRPORT CAR SERVICE PROMS • WEDDINGS NIGHT ON THE TOWN Serving all of Ocean & Monmouth Counties

732.814.6000 • WWW.PRESTIGECARANDLIMO.COM

732-290-CARE (2273) www.alcoeurgardens.com

Brick • 320 Herbertsville Road Toms River • 1126 Lakewood Road

Cardiology Associates of OCEAN COUNTY Providing Comprehensive Cardiovascular Care & Management of Both Coronary Heart Disease & Peripheral Vascular Disease

Board Certified Physicians in Cardiology • State-of-the-Art Cardiac Diagnostic Testing Lab on Premises • Nuclear Cardiac Stress Testing • Echocardiograms • Cardiac Catherizations • Angioplasty (PTCA) Stent

V. PAUL KATE, M.D. • ADITYA MEHRA, M.D. TANVEER AHMAD, M.D.

www.heartdoctorsnj.com BRICK - 495 JACK MARTIN BLVD. • SUITE 2 • 732-458-7575 TOMS RIVER - 9 HOSPITAL DR. • SUITE 8-B • 732-349-8899 LAKEWOOD - 500 RIVER AVE. • SUITE 220 • 732-370-2233 JACKSON - 27 S. COOKSBRIDGE RD. • 732-987-5690

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 24, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Fun & Games

Sudoku

C rossword P uzzle

Across 1 Civil __ 4 Tropical fish with large peepers 10 Add to the staff 14 Jungle swinger 15 Rapper whose professional name sounds like a candy 16 Sport, for ports: Abbr.

17 Kindled 18 Churchgoer’s “If it’s meant to be” 20 Explorer Ericson 22 Kitchy-__ 23 Blame taker 24 Curtain material 26 Another name for the gladiolus 30 Cable box display 32 Dispensable candy 33 High bond rating 34 Geological epoch in which mammals arose 37 Leave __: reward the waiter

38 Post-Cold War hierarchy ... and what is literally contained in the circled squares 42 Mortar carriers 43 __ Fables 44 Nonprofit URL ending 45 Adherent’s suffix 47 Muscat residents 51 Out-of-the-office assignment 55 Point of view 56 Peau de __: satin-weave cloth 57 Wide shoe width 59 In any way 60 They’re often passed on the road 64 Holiday threshold 65 Starting course 66 Austrian capital 67 “__ MisŽrables” 68 Chris of “The Good Wife” 69 First female Shuttle pilot __ Collins 70 H.S. 12th-graders

Down 1 NYSE locale 2 Per unit 3 Head to bed 4 Brussels’ land: Abbr.

5 “Don’t worry about me” 6 Copter predecessors 7 Provide with funding 8 Evergreen that’s a homophone of a vowel 9 Political refugee 10 Judaism : kosher :: Islam : __ 11 Start 12 Took part in a marathon 13 Cake mix need 19 City southwest of Warsaw 21 Reporter’s quintet of questions 25 Ask for Whiskas, perhaps 27 Opinion columns 28 Lion’s den 29 Jabber 31 Prefix with friendly

35 Muse of poetry 36 Marlins’ MLB div.

37 Source of media revenue 38 “Me neither” 39 Barely beats 40 Valentine card hugs 41 LP measures 42 Baseball inst. in Cooperstown 45 “__ it my way” 46 Turn sharply 48 Orange choices 49 “Well, __!”: “What an outrage!”

50 Blood pressure elevator 52 Acid test outcome, possibly 53 Party hearty 54 Nancy Drew creator Carolyn 58 White-tailed coastal bird 60 Nine-digit ID 61 Lav, in Bath 62 Three on a sundial 63 __ Antonio

(c)2019 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, INC.

Solutions

Sudoku

Crossword puzzle

Jumble:

ONION SWIFT DOCKET WRENCH - WHO KNOWS

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 25

RC R.C.SHEA S

Around The Jersey Shore

& A S S O C I AT E S

Jersey Shore Wine Festival

LAKEWOOD – Now in its 9th year, the Jersey Shore Wine Festival celebrates the best of New Jersey wines. Held June 1 and 2 from 12 to 5 p.m. at the Lakewood BlueClaws facility you can sample 100+ wines, buy what you like, taste wonderful foods, shop among quality crafters and enjoy an afternoon of musical entertainment. Bring a chair and relax.

The net proceeds benefit Sylvia’s Children, a 501(c)3 that supports orphans in Mbiriizi,

Uganda, Africa in grade school, high school and college. By participating in this event you are making it possible for children, who would have been abandoned, to have a prosperous and joyful life.

No food or beverages allowed in the event (no coolers), no dogs except service dogs, no bicycles/skateboard/hoverboard/drones.

Pick up your tickets today at a reduced price and decide when the weekend comes which day you wish to use them!

Fried & Furious II

BRICK – Join us for Fried & Furious II, a community car show with food trucks and vendors on Saturday, June 1 at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Brick Township High School.

BUYING, SELLING, OR REFINANCING YOUR HOME? SERIOUS LEGAL MATTERS REQUIRE SERIOUS AND EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS

KNOW YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS!

Car show entry is $10 before May 24, $20 after May 24 and day of show. Vendors are $40 per spot. For information, visit brick chamber.com.

Brick Schools Using We Tip Program

BRICK – The Brick Township School District is taking a proactive approach to prevent tragic events. The We Tip Program is a completely anonymous tip system for

COUNSELLORS AT LAW

the School and Police to follow up on suspicious conditions to determine if an actual threat exists. All tips will be followed up on.

Visit wetip.com/.

Car Seat Safety Checks

Serving Ocean & Monmouth Counties for 40 Years

TOMS RIVER OFFICE 244 Main Street Toms River, NJ 08753 (732) 505-1212

VISIT US ON OUR WEBSITE AT: WWW. RCSHEA.COM

LAKEWOOD – Lakewood Police host car seat safety checks on the first Tuesday of every month from 5-8 p.m. Checks are held at the fire station, 800 Monmouth Ave. This is a free community service. For more information, visit lakewoodpolicenj.com/carseats.

$

Gardening

& Landscaping •••

is what I&G Farms is all about!

MANCHESTER AREA (732) 408-9455 BRICK AREA (732) 451-0800

159,000*

FINANCING AVAILABLE

OPEN DAILY: 9am-6pm

Our greenhouses are filled with a vast array of colors to brighten up your day!

Come visit and let us help you with all your landscape & flower garden needs!

We Now Carry ELIXINOL Full Spectrum CBD Products!

Nature’s Way of Healing!

IP E CLSAV &

Redeem this coupon to receive:

10 OFF

$

00

YOUR PURCHASE OF $100 OR MORE!

Some exclusions apply. Expires 6-11-19. BR

Annuals • Perennials • Hanging Baskets • Planters Trees • Shrubs • Garden Supplies • Bagged Soils & Mulch

DELIVERY AVAILABLE! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK • IG FARMS

Buy Direct From Your Local Grower & Save!

150 Whitesville Rd (Rt 527) • Jackson, NJ 08527 Family Run For Over 33 Years! 732-364-0308 • www.iandgfarms.com

3 Bedroom, 2 ½ Baths • 9ft, 1st Floor Ceiling • 42” Cabinets Crown Moulding • Tile Backsplash • Tile Baths • Tile Shower Silver Line Windows • Heat & AC • Stainless Steel Appliances

*Sweat Equity - On your lot and your foundation.

CALL TODAY FOR DETAILS! 732.270.0050

jerseyshoreonline.com

Page 26, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

Around The Jersey Shore Little Egg Harbor Location

NOW OPEN!

Treating All Ages for Minor Illness & Injury

Board Certified • Emergency Medicine

Walk-Ins Welcome • Most Insurances Accepted

NEW

The Hindenburg: A Local Tragedy, And An Entry In The World’s History

Independently Owned & Operated

4

S! HOUR

Toms River - 970 Hooper Ave.

M-F: 8am-8pm • Weekends: 8am-5pm

Manahawkin - 712 E. Bay Ave. (Near DMV) M-F: 8am-8pm • Weekends: 8am-5pm

Lanoka Harbor - 539 N. Main St. M-F: 8am-8pm • Weekends: 8am-5pm

Little Egg Harbor - 1395 Rt. 539 M-F: 8am-8pm • Weekends: 8am-5pm

609-978-0242 www.urgentcarenownj.com

19.95

$

Oil Change (New Customers Only) Must present at time of purchase.With this coupon. Not to be combined with other offers.

Mobile Mechanic • 24 Hour Roadside Assistance Towing Services • Oil Changes • Tune-Ups • Engine Repair Engine Performance Check • Computer Diagnostics Exhaust Systems • Transmission Service & Repair Maintenance Inspections • Cooling System Service Shocks & Struts • Suspension & Steering Repair Brake Repair • A/C Service & Repair

643 MANTOLOKING ROAD BRICK, NJ

732.202.7192

WWW.TEDDYSAUTOMOTIVESALOON.COM

─Photos by Jennifer Peacock George Oglesby, Lakehurst Borough Historical Society president, presents the wreath on behalf of the society to remember those who died in the Hindenburg disaster, but also those men and women lost in Iraq and Afghanistan.

By Jennifer Peacock MANCHESTER – The exact spot is in the middle of a large, empty field, outlined in yellow and marked with a commemorative plaque: Historic Landmark Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Airship Hindenburg disaster on this site, May 6, 1937, 7:25 p.m. 36 people perished.

It is 82 years later, the 82nd anniversary of the Hindenburg crash. The word repeatedly used Monday night was “somber,” and not only in remembrance of those who died on the airfield eight decades ago, but for the fallen troops lost in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The annual remembrance is hosted by the Navy Lakehurst Historical Society and Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, the modern-day site of the crash that happened at the airship capital of world back in 1937.

“We remember the lives tragically lost,” said Captain Muhammad Khan, commanding officer naval support activity Lakehurst. He lauded those who displayed heroism and finds inspiration in the individual stories of those who showed “bravery, self lessness and courage.” “Heroes are made in the moment.

Bravery is a choice.”

The age of airship travel began in the early 1920s with the United States, Great Britain and Germany leading the way.

By the 1930s, only Germany pursued airship development. The dirigibles cut travel time by weeks and one, the Graf Zeppelin, completed a 990,000-mile around-the-globe f light.

The Hindenburg was an 804-foot-long

dirigible capable of speeds up to 84 mph. It had a successful first year of transatlantic f lights in 1936, making 10 trips and carrying more than 1,000 passengers total from Germany to the United States. Its first scheduled transatlantic trip for 1937 left from Frankfurt, Germany, on May 3, 1937, with 36 passengers and 61 crewmen. A line of thunderstorms near the Lakehurst Naval Air Station in Manchester delayed the Hindenburg’s landing for several hours May 6. But finally, around 7 p.m., the crew was given the all-clear to land.

At 7:25 p.m., the Hindenbu rg bu rst into f lames and in less than a minute dropped to the ground.

Thirty-six people - 13 passengers, 22 crew, and one ground crew member died.

The age of airships died as well.

Ocean County Freeholder Director Virginia Haines, whose mother worked as a nurse on base, and was there the evening of the Hindenburg disaster, stayed in touch with Walter and Werner Doehner, two brothers, then ages 10 and 8 respectively, who survived the crash.

She called the tragedy the “biggest historical event” of that time. Although the ground that guests stood on was hallowed, Haines said everyone needs to remember its part of an active base - Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst - that’s a large part of Ocean County’s economy.

Dr. Horst Schirmer, the son of the Hindenburg’s aerodynamical engineer, agreed, that the base occupies not only an important place in aviation history, but its future.

jerseyshoreonline.com

The Brick Times, May 18, 2019, Page 27

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of may 18 - may 24

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep a cool head. The things that are making you angry may ultimately prove to be of no importance. Stay focused on your own life and avoid being overly critical of others. Focus on securing your financial situation in the week ahead.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Carve out your own niche in the world. In the upcoming week you feel your best when you have the freedom to do what pleases you when you feel the urge. Take care of yourself and enjoy your life.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): All knowledge is useful. There’s no telling when a valuable bit of information could come in handy so keep your mind open to new experiences. Take the time to listen to the ideas of others in the week ahead.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Good things come to those who wait. Be patient and save your funds until you can afford the best quality when it comes to something you really need. Small sacrifices could help balance the budget this week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Sometimes it’s best to keep comments to yourself. Differing opinions are what make the world interesting so stay open to the views of others. Maintain harmony by trying to see things from someone else’s perspective this week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Be tactful and sympathetic as this week unfolds. Be considerate of someone’s feelings, pointing out shortcomings could make you seem harsh or overly critical. Just a few kind words could boost someone’s confidence.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Know when it’s best to back down. Resentment may be created if you continuously push someone to disclose information that is too personal. Agree to disagree when it comes to differences of opinion in the week to come.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Never say never. While a current partnership may not go as planned, don’t close the door on working together in the future. Turn a negative situation into a positive learning experience during the upcoming week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Anything worth doing is worth doing well. Take your time to do the best work you can rather than simply rushing to be finished. Stand on the merit of your own achievements instead of competing with others.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There’s no diploma given for common sense. If you feel that offering your knowledge to someone in the upcoming week could help them, then do it. If you prevent them from making a mistake, they may thank you later.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your time may not feel like your own. You may be so busy with obligations and responsibilities this week that there will be little chance of doing what you enjoy.

Write down your best ideas for future reference.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): There’s no shame in taking a breath. Sit back and recharge your batteries to prepare for the long work week ahead.

However, there’s no reason why you can’t think about the future and make plans while you relax.

(c) 2019 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen

A Cooking Lesson From My Mom

By Wolfgang Puck If there’s one important cooking lesson I learned from my mother, it’s that you can always do little things to make a recipe you like into something even better. Thinking back to afternoons spent watching her at work in our home kitchen, I can see her always tasting and adjusting seasonings, often quickly improvising based on a seasonal ingredient or simply some sudden inspiration she had.

The results, needless to say, were always delicious.

It’s her early influence, and the delicious food both she and my grandmother made, that played a big role in my career path to becoming a chef.

So, I’m happy to share a new version of a recipe I often ate as a child in my mother’s kitchen; one that often evolved based on available ingredients and my mother’s whim. The recipe is for a traditional Austrian dish called Kaiserschmarren (literally, the Emperor’s shreds or mess).

The name describes the fact that, fancy though it looks when it comes out of the oven, this fluffy hybrid of a souffle and a pancake is traditionally torn into rough pieces for serving. I’m sure that my mother loved to serve it to us children not only because it was delicious but also because of its versatility. She could make for dessert or as an economical one-dish supper.

In that versatile spirit, I would like to suggest that you prepare Kaiserschmarren for Mother’s Day, as a breakfast or brunch main dish, a light supper or a special dessert.

Mother always served Kaiserschmarren with some sort of fresh fruit compote: apples in autumn or winter, for example, or plump berries in springtime or summer. That’s one great example of the way she often improvised.

Following my mother’s example, I’ve gone on evolving the Kaiserschmarren recipe she handed down to me. Over the years, I’ve added more eggs to make it even less like a pancake and more like a souffle. The recipe here even differs from a version I shared eight years ago, now containing a slightly higher proportion of egg whites to yolks for even fluffier results (plus a touch of cream of tartar to help stabilize those beaten whites), and a touch of vanilla for more flavor.

To make this version extra special, I’ve also decided to feature fresh cherries in the compote instead of the strawberries I often use. Right now, you should be able to find cherries in many farmers’ markets and food stores; if not, you could always switch back to berries.

I hope you’ll add this to your own recipe book.

My mom would have been pleased to know it!

KAISERSCHMARREN WITH FRESH CHERRY COMPOTE Serves 6 to 8 For the Kaiserschmarren: 1/2 cup (125 mL) seedless raisins 6 tablespoons dark rum 2 cups (500 mL) creme fraiche 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) granulated sugar, divided, plus extra for coating 8 large eggs, separated

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Pinch kosher salt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, for coating For the cherry compote: 4 cups (1 L) pitted fresh cherries 1/4 cup (60 mL) freshly squeezed orange juice 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest 1/4 cup (60 ml) granulated sugar 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Confectioners’ sugar, for serving Position a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425 F (220 C). Meanwhile, put the raisins and rum in a small bowl and leave the raisins to plump for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain off excess rum, reserving 1 tablespoon of rum.

Put the creme fraiche, 1/2 cup (125 mL) of the sugar, the egg yolks, plumped raisins, the 1 tablespoon rum and the vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.

Whisk until blended. Sprinkle in the flour, stir, and set aside.

Put the egg whites in a large, clean mixing bowl.

Add the cream of tartar and salt. With a hand-held electric mixer on medium speed and clean beaters, beat the whites until thick and foamy. Then, still beating, gradually sprinkle in the remaining 1 cup (250 mL) sugar. Continue beating until soft peaks form when the beaters are lifted out.

With a large spoon, drop a generous dollop of the beaten egg whites into the egg yolk batter. With a flexible rubber spatula, gently fold the whites into the batter to lighten it. Spoon the remaining meringue over the batter and gently but thoroughly fold it in.

With a brush or clean fingers, spread the butter inside a medium-sized ovenproof skillet to coat it evenly. Evenly sprinkle in enough additional granulated sugar to coat the butter, turning the pan for even distribution; then, gently tap out any excess sugar.

With the spatula, gently scrape the batter into the prepared skillet and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven until the mixture puffs up and turns golden brown on top, and it feels springy when very gently and quickly touched at its center, 10 to 12 minutes.

While the souffle bakes, make the cherry compote: In a nonreactive skillet, stir together the pitted cherries, orange juice and zest, granulated sugar, lemon juice and vanilla. Cook over medium-low heat just until heated through and the cherries have begun to give up some of their juices, stirring to help the sugar dissolve and mashing a few of the cherries to help thicken the sauce, about 5 minutes.

Keep warm.

To serve, divide the compote among 6 to 8 serving plates. With a large serving spoon, scoop up large dollops of the souffle, distributing it evenly on top of the compote. Dust generously with confectioners’ sugar. 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.

Page 28, The Brick Times, May 18, 2019

jerseyshoreonline.com