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─Photo by Chris Lundy Toms River Patrolman Pascal Gambardella walks Jillian Gallicchio and Melissa Roake of Lacey through a sobriety stop with the Fatal Vision goggles.

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Local students are looking at things in a new way after a program showed them what it’s like to be under the influence of various chemicals.

In the center court of the Ocean County Mall, the Healthy Living and Education Expo had

hands-on activities set up where students could learn the dangers of impaired driving.

This is an annual event, and students from eight local high schools and Ocean County College attended, said Peter Curatolo, chief of administrative services for the Health Department.

This year, they expanded the program to include partners in health fields that have been weaving a net of services designed to catch people falling through the cracks. These included Hackensack Meridian, RWJ Barnabas, Deborah Heart and Lung, Atlanticare,

Urgent Care Now, Senior Services, and the Prosecutor’s Office.

Monmouth Medical Center’s Southern Campus in Lakewood had a booth where they had to walk a line wearing goggles that made it seemed like you had a concussion.

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Lacey Officials Support 2nd Amendment

By Patricia A. Miller LACEY − Lacey Township Committee members got a round of applause from several members of the audience when they unanimously passed a resolution supporting gun owners’ rights at a recent committee meeting.

The ordinance supports the rights of lawful gun owners to lawfully use firearms, according to the resolution,

which is posted on the township website.

The ordinance also opposes interference or any abridging of lawful gun owners.

The governing body supports holding violent criminal offers accountable, instead of irrational or disproven attempts to control lawful tools of self-defense, hunting and sport. A certified copy of the measure will be sent to Gov.

Phil Murphy.

A group of second amendment supporters have been making the rounds to various governing bodies, such as Toms River, Berkeley, Jackson and several attended a recent Ocean County Freeholders meeting where a resolution supporting the 2nd Amendment was unanimously approved. A member of Howell’s council pro-

posed a similar resolution, which passed.

In other business, Deputy Mayor Peter Curatolo cautioned residents to put the cur rent corona vir us “in perspective.”

Curatolo said he was not speaking in his position as chief of administrative services for the Ocean County Health Department, but rather (Lacey - See Page 8)

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Barnegat Students Being Redistricted To Other Schools

By Patricia A. Miller BARNEGAT - Some elementary school students in the township school system will be attending different schools by the new school year in September, according to a plan approved by a split vote by the Barnegat Board of Education.

Board members voted 6 to 3 to approve the redistricting plan that would send some students to different elementary schools.

It wasn’t the vote that the dozens of parents who packed the meeting at the Robert L. Horbelt Elementary School wanted to hear.

More than 20 parents spoke against the plan during the public session before the board voted. Most bashed the plan and a number of residents asked questions. No school officials spoke during the public session.

“Why are you not answering?” one woman asked the board. “I find it disgraceful that you don’t answer the questions.”

The restructuring plan has also been discussed on the Facebook page “Barnegat Parents Against School Restructuring.” One of the administrators posted several items related to the restructuring, including an article from theclassroom.com entitled “How to Remove School Board Members.” The site also asks who would support hiring an attorney to stop the restructuring plan.

The new plan calls for pre-kindergarten students to attend the Lillian M. Dunfee School.

Students from kindergarten through second grade will go the Cecil S. Collins School, and third and fourth graders will go to the Joseph T. Donahue School. Fifth and sixth graders will attend the Robert L. Horbelt School.

The Russell L. Brackman Middle School will house seventh and eighth graders.

The reconfiguration plan will allow the district to “better tailor instruction and resources” to meet the needs of students, Superintendent Dr. Brian Latwis stated on the district’s webpage at barnegatschools.com.

“We, as a district, will be able to better tailor instruction and resources to meet the diverse needs of our students,” he wrote on the webpage. “While change may seem daunting at (School - See Page 4)

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Continued From Page 1 Leeanne Cheung, from Toms River High School North, told a reporter “It made me very dizzy. The line was moving. You should try it!”

One booth was manned by AAA, where visitors were asked to complete certain tasks while wearing goggles that duplicate driving under the influence of marijuana.

“Marijuana affects everyone differently,” said Frank Neary, traffic safety specialist for AAA. “These goggles take one piece of information away and you can see people taking their time to make decisions.”

Stephanie Galeana, Toms River High School North, was one of the students attempted the tests. She attempted to draw a line through a maze, and every time she went through one of the maze’s walls, Neary said “Crash, crash, crash…”

“I didn’t know what I was doing,” Galeana said. At first, she thought the tasks were easy.

Then, she took off the goggles and saw how bad she was doing.

Lacey High School students Jillian Gallicchio and Melissa Roake took turns wearing goggles that imitated the feeling of being drunk.

“It was very disorienting. It was like I just woke up, and didn’t have my glasses on and also I fell out of bed,” Roake said.

Two-time Super Bowl champion, former New York Giant David Diehl was the guest speaker. Instead of a jersey signed by an athlete, he was given a shirt signed by various local officials.

He said there is an expiration date on athletics, and that a lot of athletes don’t know what to do with their life after their sport is over. They miss the camaraderie and being part of something that people cheer.

“I was the oldest guy in the locker room at 33,” he said. “Your athletic career is not going to go on forever.”

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School officials have done their “due diligence” on all aspects of the plan, including transportation, costs, staffing and how to put the plan into action, Latwis said in a

Some turn to opioids to give them a boost, or to kill the pain, and slowly it becomes an everyday thing, he said. These are people who are on your team and you rely on them for your safety, and they are under the influence.

He encouraged people to do little things for others. Simply asking them how they are doing and listening to the answer can show a person that someone cares.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said that they are bringing back the Kimberly Smith Ames campaign. These were billboards placed on major roads showing a woman in a bridal gown. She and her unborn child was killed by a drunk driver in 1998.

The Healthy Living and Education Expo was described as a “One-Stop-Shop” wherein the public could garner information on addiction, driving safety, healthy living, access to care, Diabetes prevention and patient education.

The event included clinic services with screenings for glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol and free educational materials.

Those who had questions were able pose them to the “Ask an Officer” program. Attendees were able to improve their health I.Q.by speaking with health professionals on-site and even able to make an appointment for care.

Ocean County Public Health Officer Daniel E. Regenye, and 9th District Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf who serves as director of administration and program development, Ocean County Health Department were also present.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Ocean County Health Department Chief of Administrative Services Peter A. Curatolo were also present along with educators, elected officials, students, local businesses, law enforcement, RWJBarnabas Health, Deborah Heart and Lung Center, Hackensack Meridian Health, Atlanticare and members of the military.

-Bob Vosseller contributed to this story.

Feb. 26 letter to parents and community members.

“We are confident this will offer our students the right foundation to learn, grow and excel,” he wrote.

The next school board meeting is 6:30 p.m. March 24, at the Brackman Middle School.

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

$66k Grant For Senior Programs In Ocean County From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, D.C. − Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) announced that Senior Corps have awarded $66,523 to the Ocean County Board of Social Services in Toms River for volunteer and senior engagement activities.

“New Jersey’s seniors have contributed so much to our communities, and still have so much more to give back. I’m proud to announce these funds, which will help further volunteer programs throughout Ocean County,” said Congressman Kim.

Senior Corps is a program of the Corporation for National and Community Service, which engages millions of Americans of all ages and backgrounds in service each year through its Senior Corps and AmeriCorps programs and leads volunteer and civic engagement initiatives for the nation. The funds were awarded as part of a Senior Corps grant competition to increase the impact of national service in new or specific geographic areas.

“The Ocean County Board

of Social Services is proud to be awarded the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service for the 39th year in 2020,” said Ronald Dancer, Chairperson of the Ocean County Board of Social Services and Assemblyman from New Jersey’s 12th Legislative District. “While RSVP benefits many people and programs through the dedication of our volunteers, the volunteers also benefit by staying active and socially

committed to the community. In the past 5 years alone, RSVP has provided over 99,000 volunteer service hours that have positively impacted residents throughout Ocean County.

We are extremely proud of the program as well as all our volunteers. We look forward to continuing our relationship with RSVP for many years to come.”

Congressman Kim has been a leader in standing up for seniors across New Jersey. In his first year in office, Congressman Kim held

State Prepares For Coronavirus From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy NEW JERSEY − Governor Phil Murphy, joined by State health and emergency management officials at the Regional Operations Intelligence Center, highlighted New Jersey’s preparedness measures amid the global novel coronavirus out-

break. New Jersey currently has no confirmed cases of COVID-19.

“As Governor, I am charged with safeguarding the health and safety of our residents,” said Governor Murphy. “My Administration is actively engaged in a multi-level,

whole-of-government approach - from our hospitals, to our schools, to our ports - to implement a preparedness and response plan for the potential spread of the coronavirus in New Jersey.

Together, we are prepared to respond properly and swiftly to any future individuals who meet the Centers for Disease Control guidelines for coronavirus testing.”

“Although this novel virus in understandably a cause for concern, it is important for New Jersey residents to know that the risk to the gen-

eral public still remains low,” said New Jersey Department of Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli. “We are working closely with the CDC and our public health and healthcare partners to ensure our preparedness levels for this novel virus remain high.”

The Murphy Administration continues to work closely with the CDC and local health partners to monitor the situation and will provide updates accordingly. On February 3, Governor Murphy signed Executive Order No. 102 creating the Coronavirus Task Force to coordinate all State efforts to appropriately prepare for and respond to the public health hazard of COVID-19. The Coronavirus Task Force includes key agencies including the Department of Health, De-

partment of Human Services, Office of Emergency Management, Department of Education, Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Port Authority, and NJ TRANSIT. These agencies are critical in preparations for transporting and housing quarantined individuals, preparing schools and employees, and mass transit. The Task Force meets weekly to coordinate the State’s partnership with the Federal government and Newark Liberty International Airport to ensure effective communications. Governor Murphy also spoke with Vice President Pence regarding the state’s proactive preparedness efforts.

As part of the preparedness activities, the Murphy Administration has prioritized communication with the pub-

more than a dozen events in New Jersey with seniors and senior advocacy groups to hear their issues and bring them back to Washington. In December, the House passed Congressman Kim’s Helping Seniors Afford Health Care Act as part of H.R. 3, which would increase the number of seniors eligible for cost savings programs.

The bill would also lower prescription drug costs by allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices and expand Medicare coverage for dental, vision and hearing.

lic and launched a webpage with resources regarding COVID-19 (nj.gov/health/cd/ topics/ncov.shtml), including travel updates and advisories and guidance sent to health care providers, local health departments, infection preventionists, and other health partners. The Administration also opened a hotline (1-800-222-1222) for the public to ask questions about COVID-19. The 24-hour hotline is operated by the New Jersey Poison Information and Education System, also known as the New Jersey Poison Center. The free hotline is staffed with trained health care professionals and can accommodate callers in multiple languages. To date, the hotline has received more than 800 calls from the public and can accommodate callers in multiple languages.

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F EATURED L ETTER Help Student Learn About Our State Dear People of New Jersey, Hello! I am a third grade student in northern Virginia. Our class is learning about the United States, and I will be teaching our school all about the state of New Jersey. In the month of May, I will create a display for our State Fair that showcases the unique story of New Jersey and I need your help!

Although I have gathered facts about your state from books and websites, I think that I can receive the best information from the people who live there.

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Keep Religion Out Of Government President Trump on occasion informed us, it’s from God that our freedoms derive – not government.

Our Constitution, with all due respect to the President, did not fall from the sky. Our freedoms did not drop from the out-stretched hands of a supernatural deity. They came from men and women who pursued freedom.

They were the attributes of reason, observation, experience and earthly hard-work – liberty and labor are what made this country.

The Founding Fathers committed this nation to no religion, or church, or creed, or God, but to the humane principle of human justice and the common welfare.

This is not a government under God; it is one nation under the Constitution. Nowhere in our founding document is God mentioned, and this glaring and conspicuous omission was not an accident – it was by design!

In 1787, our founders retired kings and gods from government. They declared that “all governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed.”

They wisely and clearly established a secular government with a secular Constitution. With great wisdom, Thomas Jefferson wrote: “It never has been possible to entangle state and church in any way without violating the freedoms of individuals.”

Religious intolerance is the reason we have a secular Constitution. The Founding Fathers’ principle of state/ church separation is one of the primary reasons why we are the greatest country on the planet.

Perhaps if our urbane, hubris – free, dripping with rectitude president read the Constitution, he’d realize that in America we live under the First Amendment, not the First Commandment.

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Letters To aThe millennial Editor – let’s really Smith’s Legacy: Gibbs The Strongest Choice Look no further! Jersey Strong Kate Gibbs is a powerhouse with a proven track record. I’m confident that this millennial knows what it takes to be successful in Congress. I marvel at her abilities to attract diverse voters and stay focused on the issues that are most important to Burlington and Ocean Counties.

I am so proud of the Ocean County GOP Screening committee. They interviewed a number of talented candidates and said Kate Gibbs was head and shoulders above them all!

Kate is a fi scal conservative who understands the importance of a strong economy. As a freeholder she has successfully implemented a wide range of programs such as small business loans. She supports President Trump’s efforts to grow our historic economy and has the skills to be an integral part of our historic growth.

She has a leadership role with the one of the state’s most prominent trade labor unions and understands the importance of creating jobs. She’s behind fairtrade deals that put America fi rst.

I feel safe knowing Kate believes in secure borders, a tough but fair stance on immigration, and a tougher stance on dangerous terrorists, She’s a strong believer in our constitution and defends the 2nd Amendment, while pushing for stronger background checks.

Her years of experience and love for her constituents make her the clear choice for Congressional District 3.

She has what it takes to make us proud, but we have to get her the job by showing our support. I hope you can volunteer, contribute and vote!

Let’s not just vote for her because she is a woman or

fight for her because she’s the best candidate and we need her!

Purely Political

Last year I ran for Barnegat Township Committee on a platform that included redeveloping downtown. The gazebo park and farmers’ market are draws but once there, the options for activities and entertainment are limited. Empty storefronts are the norm and only one new cafe has opened downtown recently. With all of the housing development happening around town, it would make sense to offer family entertainment locally so that we don’t lose those dollars to the ever-busy Rt 72 Manahawkin/Stafford corridor.

As I think about running again, I think about Congressman Andy Kim and his critical role as a sub-committee chairperson on the Small Business Administration.

Two pieces of his legislation include an amendment for increased funding to programs that help veterans start small businesses. The other piece of legislation is strengthening programs intended to protect small business owners whose employees are deployed military Reservists.

Over 8% of the Ocean County population is comprised of veterans. There should be a concerted effort by municipal officials to work with Congressman Kim to leverage a win-win.

Let’s build our downtowns through small business development AND offer opportunities to our veterans.

Chris Smith’s lack of leadership and integrity during House impeachment proceedings was shameful, but expected. Smith has a track record for being silent when the stakes are highest; considering his meager efforts during the ACA repeal and tax overhaul.

Smith fi nally released a statement, unsurprisingly parroting Trump’s talking points. Smith claimed violations of criminal code are necessary for impeachment. They are not. Smith claimed Trump committed no crimes. Bribery, extortion, and asking for foreign help in an election are illegal. He also called the process flawed and unfair, despite the Republicans’ involvement in every step and Trump’s refusal to present a defense.

Smith couldn’t even manage “it’s troubling but not impeachable” defense. He offered no repudiation of Trump’s abuses. This, along with Smith’s votes to censure Adam Schiff, shows that he is unconcerned with foreign interference in our elections and embraces Trump’s behavior.

Although Smith supported impeaching Clinton over allegations of foreign election funding and insisted Obama send aid to “our good friend and ally” Ukraine to counter Putin because “people are dying,” he couldn’t find the courage to ensure the integrity of future elections or denounce his party, who are pushing Putin’s propaganda that Ukraine, not Russia, interfered in the 2016 election.

Eventually, we will learn more about the Ukraine scandal. Trump will continue to invite foreign interference in our elections. Smith and Republicans who failed to defend our democracy are now shackled to all of Trump’s past and future misdeeds. He is their legacy.

Peg Houle Barnegat

Shari Deutsch Manalapan

Vallerie V. Magory, Esq. President, Regular Republican Organization of Bay Head Assistant Treasurer, Ocean County Federation of Republican Women

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“This coronavirus will be contained,” Curatolo said.

He noted other viruses, like the SARS virus, zika, swine flu and polio that had been contained and controlled in the United States.

“What do they all have in common?” he asked. “We knocked them on their asses. I want people to be vigilant, but I also don’t want them to live in fear. We’ve got this under control.”

The federal Centers for Disease Control said this week that most people in the United States will have little immediate risk of exposure to the virus, which affects the respiratory system.

“However, it is important to note that cur-

rent global circumstances suggest it is likely that this virus will cause a pandemic,” the CDC says on its website. “This is a rapidly evolving situation and the risk assessment will be updated as needed.”

The outbreak first started in Wuhan, China, but cases have been identified in a growing number of other locations internationally, including the United States, according to the CDC. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person and contact with infected surfaces or objects, the CDC says.

It may be possible that a person can get the virus (now referred to as COVID-19) by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.

More cases of COVID-19 are likely to be identified in the coming days, including more cases in the United States.

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Southern Ocean Chamber Warns Of Email Scam

By Alyssa Riccardi LONG BEACH – If you have recently received an email from the chamber asking for donations, it’s been reported as a scam.

The Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce has stated that there was a fabricated email sent throughout the community asking residents to donate to a fake fundraiser.

The fraud email wrongfully used the Chamber’s logo to send out and promote a fake GoFundMe account.

The fake email stated “One of our members is in dire need of the entire Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce help and it will really be appreciated if we all can join hands together and save his son.

A fundraising campaign has been created and we are counting on everyone. Below is the campaign, thank you for your support.”

The fake email then presented photos of the GoFundMe fundraiser page showing a sick boy and a summary of the situation.

It stated how the 3-year-old boy was diagnosed with Fanconi Anemia and that the

goal was to raise $75,000 to help financially support the family.

At the bottom of the email was the “link” to the GoFundMe page, but the link was actually connected to a private PayPal account. It was later discovered that the email was not sent from the Chamber’s server.

Once the Chamber was alerted of the fraud email, they immediately contacted PayPal and the New Jersey Cyber Intelligence unit.

“This type of fraud has been circulating elsewhere, as are so many cyber scams that prey on good will. We always encourage anyone to contact us directly if there is ever a question of authenticity regarding our communication,” said Lori Pepenella, the CEO of the Southern Ocean Chamber.

The Chamber will be discussing the issue at their next meeting, which will take place on March 11 at Mainland Manahawkin Conference Room. The meeting will feature Homeland Cyber Security and discuss how local businesses can understand current cyber threats and solutions to them.

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LONG BEACH – In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, children are invited to create a little treasure for their favorite leprechauns.

The Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch will host St. Patrick’s Day “Pot Of Gold” Flower Arranging for kids and tweens on March 11 at 3:30 p.m.

Members of the Garden Club of LBI will help children create imaginative flower designs, ideal for sharing with friends. The event is intended for children in grades 3 through 6.

Registration is required for this free event.

To register, call the branch at 609-494-2480 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events

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BARNEGAT – Come out and enjoy some painting classes. Every Tuesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Barnegat Rec Center, 900 w. Bay Ave. Cost is $25 per class. Pre-registration is

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Barr used his personal boat when the ocean was flooding the streets of Ship Bottom during Superstorm Sandy. He rescued a woman trapped in her vehicle, pulled her out of her car and took her to the hospital.

After spending 139 days in hospitals and rehabilitation centers, Barr was greeted with a warm welcome when he returned home. He was fitted for and received his fi rst prosthetic leg and was able to stand, balance and take some steps.

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Ocean Recreation Announces Bus Trips

WARETOWN – The Township of Ocean Recreation had released its bus trip schedule. All trips include transportation and admission ticket. Bus driver’s gratuity is also included.

All trips leave from either the 11th St Community Center 239 11th St Barnegat (CC) or the Frederic A Priff Elementary School 139 Wells Mills Rd Waretown (FAP).

The trips are as followed: March 6: Philadelphia Flower Show, $68 per person, bus departs at 1 p.m. (CC) March 20: Ocean County Mall, $9 per person. (CC) March 27: Cherry Hill Mall, $9 per person.

(CC) April 17: Ocean County Mall, $9 per person. (CC) April 19: Tropicana, $66 per person. (CC)

April 24: Lenox & Smithville, $9 per person. (CC) May 7: Columbus Flea Market, $9 per person. (CC) May 15: Ocean County Mall, $9 per person. (CC) May 27: NY Mets vs Philadelphia Phillies, price $56. (FAP) May 29: Freehold Mall, $9 per person. (CC) October: Culinary Institute of Americana FDR Estate and tentatively Vanderbilt Estate.

November: Drumthwacket & Princeton NJ. December 7: Tropicana Holiday Show.

For more information and registration forms, email Jeanne Broadbent at recreation@twpoceannj.gov All Charter bus trips require a $40 non-refundable deposit (due at time of registration).

Barnegat Recreation Health And Wellness Fair

BARNEGAT – The Barnegat Recreation Health and Wellness Fair will be held on April 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Barnegat Recreation Center, 900 West Bay Ave. Event features Disease Management and Prevention, 25 Health Care Vendors, meeting local healthcare professionals, give-a-

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Screenings include: B/P with pulse oxidation, blood sugar, AIC, cholesterol, pulmonary function testing, body fat analysis, balance checks.

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

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WARETOWN – The Township of Ocean Recreation will now be starting summer camp registration. This year’s summer Camp Director is Mr. Brett Cunningham (Ocean Twp. School District Teacher).

For children entering K – 6 grades in September of this year, the camp will be held on Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s, and Thursday’s only. Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Individual days can be purchased at $10.

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Early Drop off is 8 a.m., $10 per week.

The fee for the program is $30 per week, per child. A 20 percent reduction for second child ($24.00. per week), 25% reduction for each child after ($22.00 per week).

Make check payable to Township of Ocean Recreation and mail check and form to: Township of Ocean, c/o Summer Recreation, 50 Railroad Ave., Waretown, NJ, 08758 Special on-site events include Jenkinson’s Aquarium Penguin Pointers, Ocean County Parks & Recreation, pizza party, end of year Water Slide Day and much more.

Amergael Art Exhibit At Library

SURF CITY – During the month of March, the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library at 217 S. Central Avenue, Surf City, will exhibit the art of Ireland, sponsored by Amergael.

Embrace and celebrate the culture and beauty of the Emerald Isle through various pieces of art submitted by members of Amergael.

Amergael was founded in 1986 to promote an appreciation of, and encourage the study

of Irish culture, Irish history, education, Irish language, the visual arts, dance and music emanating from the Irish culture.

This exhibit is free and open to the public. Artwork may be viewed during reg ular Branch hou rs, Mond ay and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit is not available for viewing if a program is in progress in the Meeting Room.

New Discussion Group To Form

OCEAN COUNTY – A Zionist/Israel discussion group is being formed in the Ocean County area. Be a part of something important.

The group will discuss books, authors, websites, events and much more.

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Historical Society Hosts Meeting

WARETOWN – The Historical Society will be hosting their next meeting on March 16 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Little Red Schoolhouse Museum.

This meeting will be a general membership meeting for anyone who is interested in joining. Volunteers are always needed and welcomed. Every contribution is a labor of love for Waretown, and greatly appreciated.

The next meeting afterwards will be held on March 22 at 2 p.m. They will be hosting another visit from Re-Clam the Bay. This local organization raises tiny seed clams in Barnegat Bay waters, carefully tending them until they are ready to be placed in

the wild. This wonderful work is helping to make our bay productive for shellfish again, as it was for so many years before overfishing and pollution took a toll. Many of these clams are raised right here in Waretown. Come out to learn more about this important contribution to the life and health of Barnegat Bay. Remember, if snow or sleet is forecast for a program day or meeting night, check your email. There will be updates sent if meetings have to cancel.

If you have any questions about the weather status of a meeting, call or text me at 609-661-1733.

Library Hosts Super Smash Bros. Tournament

LONG BEACH – Teens and tweens, prepare to test your skills and knock out the competition. The Ocean County Library, Long Beach Island Branch will host the Super Smash Bros.© Tournament on March 25 at 6 p.m.

Players will take the roles of characters

from the most popular and enduring Nintendo® games of the past several decades.

Gamers will match wits for a full hour using the Switch system.

Registration is required for this free event.

To register, call the branch at 609-494, 2480 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events

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Not all triple negative breast cancers are the same, however. There are many other subtypes of triple negative breast cancer and research is intense on trying to find a cure. Some triple negative breast cancers exhibit a receptor that will respond to an antiestrogen therapy and other types of triple negative breast cancer will exhibit will exhibit a Her2/neu type of growth and pattern and will respond to anti-Her2/neu medical treatment.

People with perfectly normal hearing are able to hear and understand much of the sound around them automatically. They do not have to get help from lip reading. They do not have to concentrate. They do not have to stop what they are doing. They just hear. Someone with a hearing loss does not have the luxury of automatic hearing. If you have a hearing loss, you have to pay close attention, use lip reading when you can and concentrate. Hearing and understanding do not happen automatically. Hearing takes attention and energy and you just can’t do it 12 or 14 hours a day.

Hearing aids allow you to hear better and that is great. But it may be just as important that hearing aids allow you to hear with less effort and energy. They allow you to be more relaxed as you communicate with the people around you.

Of course, you cannot listen carefully full-time and there will be times when you do not hear as well as other times. You may not hear as well if you are tired, under stress or you

are thinking about something else.

That is why we suggest that anyone speaking to you gets your attention before speaking. On the other hand, if you are ready and if you are paying attention, you can hear better than you really want to. You just can not do it full time.

Actually, many people with hearing loss are able to hear and communicate surprisingly well in spite of hearing only 50 or 60 percent of the speech sounds. But, we live in a very demanding hearing world and sometimes anything less than 80 to 90 percent is just not good enough. If someone tells you, “Okay, I will see you on the 15th,” and you hear “Okay, I will see you on the 16th,” it was not enough to hear most of the message.

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Many triple negative breast cancers grow by a mechanism that we just do not understand at this point and are thus very difficult to treat. We use standard breast cancer therapy to treat triple negative breast cancer and fortunately over half the time triple negative breast cancers will respond and go away. For those triple negative breast cancers that are completely killed by standard chemotherapy, we now have second line therapies that are able to kill a few more of these triple negative breast cancers.

Triple negative breast cancers that are greater than 1inch approximately, or have spread to the lymph node, should be treated with chemotherapy prior to any surgical treatment. If a triple negative breast cancer goes away after receiving chemotherapy, then we know that the risk of recurrence is very low. However, if the cancer does not go away, there are options for another form of chemotherapy agent, which I will expand upon in the next blog.

The only way to know if you need another form of therapy is to monitor the response of your triple negative breast cancer to standard chemotherapy.

Obviously, the best way to treat triple negative breast cancer is to detect the cancer early and cut it out before it reaches approximately one inch. Your annual mammogram is your best defense against triple negative breast cancer.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. It’s such an unsexy thing, this gallbladder. The gallbladder is about 3 inches long and 1.5 inches wide and you will never think about it your whole life until your right upper quadrant starts hurting, then and only then you’ll start googling “gallbladder.”

Your liver produces bile which goes to your gallbladder where it’s concentrated to become stronger, like 5 times stronger!

It sits there in storage until you eat something fatty and then it is secreted to break down the food. Bile is a liquid that is greenish-yellow. It’s like soap, it breaks down ‘grease’ as in fat, into smaller globules. Bile and bilirubin give feces that distinct brownish color. In a way, bile is thought to deodorize bile, so if you have a very unpleasant stool odor, it’s a sign you are not making enough bile.

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Carrot Juice - Carrots are high in vitamin C which can minimize calcium deposits which contribute to stone formation. Freshly extracted juices clean up the GI system including your gallbladder and this prevents gallstones because it stimulates bile secretion.

Chanca Piedra - It helps you secrete bile. Quick research will reveal that it’s used for all kinds of urinary, gastrointestinal and gallbladder problems, and is nicknamed “stone breaker.” There are a few awesome supplements available today (and also teas) that are sold online or at health food stores that contain Chanca piedra. This herb is sold at health food stores and online.

Ginger - You can eat crystallized ginger if it’s the only way you can get it down.

If you like ginger, just cook with it and make yourself a tea. Ginger converts cholesterol (which is part of gallstones) and turns it into bile acids, thus reducing the formation of gallstones. Fresh ginger is available at the grocery store.

Fennel - Fennel tea might be nice because it may help with indigestion and eases gallbladder inflammation. You can try essential oils or look in the produce department or health food store.

If you’d like to read the longer version of this article with more ideas, please sign up to receive my weekly blog. You can do so at my website, suzycohen.com.

(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.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Get ready to stomp, stride and strut. Join the Friends of the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch for their fi rst Country Line Dance fundraiser on March 28 at 6 p.m. at the Christ Episcopal Church, 415 Washington St. Dancers of all skill levels are welcome.

Beginners can learn on the spot, courtesy of DJ Maureen and her team. Country-style attire is optional.

The Friends will provide water and desserts. Cajun Jax BBQ will provide food

and beverages for sale.

The event is open to individuals age 18 and up. Tickets are priced at $20 per person.

Registration is required for this event. To register, call 732-349-6200, pick up a form at the Toms River Branch, or download it at theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Send forms and checks no later than March 15 to: Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River, 101 Washington St., Toms River, NJ 08753, Attn: Lynne Jenny

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OCEAN COUNTY – The food trucks are rolling in to Toms River. Kick off your summer at this awesome event featuring 25 food trucks, DJ, live bands, beer, margarita and sangria garden, face painting, petting zoo, hatchet throwing and so much more.

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Knitting & Crocheting At The Library

LACEY – Bring your yarn and needles or hooks and make some new friends while you knit. All skill levels are welcome. Meetings are held the first Saturday of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Lacey Branch, 10 East Lacey Road, Forked River.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE 40th Annual Cattus Island Nature Festival

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines is pleased to announce the 40th annual Cattus Island Nature Festival taking place at Cattus Island County Park, Toms River on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Cattus Island Nature Festival is an annual celebration of Natural Science Education at Cattus Island County Park. The entire day will be full of exciting activities such as nature walks, seining, kayak trips,

live animal talks, lectures and children’s programs. A variety of exhibitors including a food vendor will be on hand and there will be live music throughout the day.

All activities are free and open to the public. This event is accessible to all individuals. Reasonable assistance/accommodations are available with prior notice.

For a complete schedule of the days’ events, contact The Cooper Environmental Center at 732-270-6960.

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BARNEGAT – Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey will be in your area!

Join for Wellness Activities at the location below. The team will be there with the tools and resources you need to help

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The event will take place on May 18 from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at Engel H Sprague Senior Center, 239 11th Street, Barnegat.

LBI Garden Club 2020 Flower Show

LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Garden Club of LBI recently met to launch the 2020 Flower Show, set for May 8 at the Long Beach Island Foundation for the Arts. With

the theme “It’s a Musical World,” garden club members will display 24 creative arrangements at the show. The show is free to the public from 2 to 5 p.m.

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For Rent - Adult Community. Whiting Crestwood Vill. 5 (55+) Larger 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath and Powder Room. Porch, W/D, Garage. Not Pets. $975.00 plus utilities, Available 3/1/20. 732-604-0323.

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

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Roofing Repairs Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows. Repairs on small jobs.

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

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Cheap Painting Done Rite Free estimates. Fully insured. 38 years experience. 732-506-7787 cell 646-643-7678.

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For Rent Or For Sale - New 1 BR, 1 bath homes. Adult 55+ Community, Homestead Run, Toms River. www.homesteadrun.com. 732-3702300 call today.

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Personals Single Senior Males - 65+ Wanted for single females. Soulmate, friendship or partner. Have good standards, qualities. Leave name and number for return call. 732-678-6786. (13) Italian - American Gentleman seeks woman 65-75 yrs with same interest.

I am loving, caring, and easy going.

Loves music and dancing. Give me a call 732-207-5338.

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Auto For Sale 2008 Chrysler - Pacifica Touring. V6 All power. Four wheel drive. Auto.

Leather. 4 new tires. 91k. Senior owner. $5,900. 848-226-2474. (12)

Items For Sale Power Loveseat - With console and power rocker recliner. 1 year old. $1500.00 Call 201-390-2573 (12)

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

(17) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) 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) 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) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for Rock, Reggae, Blues, Elvis, Jazz, Metal, Psychedelic. Very Good Condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (12) Buying World War I and II Helmets, hats, swords, daggers, medals, flags, Marine uniforms, women's uniforms, etc. All Countries.

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(10) CASH FOR RECORDS!! - Buying LPs, reel tapes, CD's, stereos, guitars, saxophones, tube amplifiers + other music related. Come to (6) you. Brian 732-804-8115.

U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

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La Gondola Ristorante & Pizzeria - in Lakehurst is seeking ft/pt waiters or waitresses. Come into our pizzeria for more information. (15) PT or F/T Electro Mechanical Technician - to work w/Ink Jet Coders, Printers & Conveyors in Lakewood.

(13) Carpenters, Glaziers, Helpers Wanted - Glass experience a must.

Clean Drivers License. email resume to info@gssindllc.com or call 732-919-0011.

(13) SALES - Reliable, Friendly Personalty for P/T retail sales. Military experience helpful but will train.

Retired? Need extra money? Send resume to shorearmynavy@gmail. com or call 732-349-3307.

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

(13) C.H.H.A. - Weekends. Send resumes via email to hr@magnoliaal.com or fax to 732-557-6501. Apply online at Magnoliaal.com or in person at Magnolia Gardens. 1935 Route 9, Toms River. 732-557-6500. (14)

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 toms river2nj@goddardschools.com Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling. Work in your community.

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Marina - Join our expanding team at our new marina in Toms River.

We are seeking experienced marine mechanics, assembly techs & yard help. Great pay & benefits to qualified candidates. If you're under appreciated or under compensated contact Jared today at Jared@trkawyam.com or call 732-929-8168.

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Services Don Carnevale Painting Specializing interiors. Some exterior.

Quality always. Very neat. Prompt courteous service. Reasonable-affordable. Senior discounts. Honest-reliable. Low rates. Free estimates.

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(12) Pet Sitter - Dog walker, Insured and bonded. I will walk your dog and pet sit your cat. Certified in pet 1st Aid and CPR. Call or text 732-330-2889. (11) Private Home Health Care - Companion for you. I have drivers license, car. I have great references, experience. 973-204-0108.

(11) 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. (10) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention.

Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Over 5 decades of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award.

Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) ALL American Home Health Aides Experienced experts in the field of trauma and recovery. Holistic approach to healing-nutrition, physical therapy, and quality of life improvements. Hourly or live in.

Honest, hardworking, etc. Includes housekeeping, rides to doctors/ pleasure. Skip the rest, come to the best. 732-664-3605 (t/n) Paint Your Rooms - Fast Clean Neat, Starting At $50. Per Room. Wallpaper Removal, Exteriors, Power Washing Call 732-864-6396 Leave Voicemail.

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Wa l l p a p e r r e m o v a l , k i t c h e n cabinet painting. Nice job. Not a cheap job. Licensed and insured, 732-929-4399.

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Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified teacher. Available on Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone or Drums.

School students and adults welcome! Call 732-350-4427.

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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)

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Ocean County To Showcase Birdsall Room

By Alyssa Riccardi TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Historical Society will hold a grand opening of its newly renovated Birdsall Room from 1 to 4 p.m. this March 7 at its headquarters at 26 Hadley Ave. The museum will feature around 700 artifacts and 100 photographs.

Volunteers have been worked alongside professional graphic artist and exhibit designer Stan Cain for almost a year to completely revamp the space that hasn’t been updated in decades.

“This exhibit renovation is a great opportunity to have a space that can highlight the many historical events that have occurred in Ocean County over the years,” said Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines. “I encourage everyone to come out and visit the Historical

Society and learn about the county’s past.”

Centering around New Jersey’s first inhabitants, the Lenape, the new exhibit will discuss major areas such as the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World Wars, and the inter-war years in Ocean County, which will bring attention to the Hindenburg disaster that occurred in Lakehurst. There is also a portion about the Lacey Township’s Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station, which is the oldest commercial reactor in the United States.

One of the renovated artifacts that will be on display is an extremely rare turtle shaped decorative soapstone piece, which is believed to have been a symbol of the Unami clan of the New Jersey Lenape. In addition, there will be a map of Ocean County showing over 200 places where Native American artifacts were recorded.

“This has turned out to be an exciting graphic and educational display of the impact of historical events experienced in Ocean County,” said Brian Bovasso who serves as the President of the Society Board of Trustees.

“You will be both amazed and educated by the exhibits. Special thanks goes to Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station for its donation of beautiful glass display cases and to all the volunteers who worked tirelessly in bringing this renovation to fruition,” Bovasso said. “We know the public will be impressed when they visit.”

Presentation On How To Identify Common Ticks

OCEAN COUNTY – Come join Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County and learn more about tick identification, tick borne diseases, tick testing information and proper tick removal.

This presentation will be offered on March 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1623 Whitesville Road, Toms River.

Registration required (space is limited). Call 732-349-1246 by March 20 to register.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE OHI Raises Money To Support Health Services

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc., (OHI), a federally qualified health center with locations in Ocean and Monmouth counties, hosted its annual Valentine’s Day Fundraiser and Casino Night on February 14 at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club.

For the past 17 years, OHI has been providing the community with high quality, affordable and accessible healthcare, regardless of economic status throughout its tenure OHI looks to continue providing excellence in primary and preventative medicine for years to come.

All proceeds that were collected during the

event will go to support health services for the area’s children, adult and senior residents.

All sponsorships and auction item donations that were contributed to the Valentine’s Day Fundraiser will benefit the continuing efforts of OHI. This includes but is not limited to, better medical equipment, community outreach, educational materials, vaccinations, health awareness and more.

The fundraiser included dinner, dancing, a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Sponsorships, donations and 50/50 raffle tickets were all tax deductible, excluding the cost of dinner.

Local All Star Cheer Team Is Ready To “Egg Your Yard”

OCEAN COUNTY – Legacy All Star Cheerleaders, a division of Legacy Gymnastics, are delivering Easter eggs right to your lawn. Wake up Easter morning to an “egged” front lawn.

All proceeds go to Legacy All Star Cheer!

Order candy and toy filled eggs to be hid-

den, let their bunnies do the work.

The cost is 30 eggs for $20 or 50 eggs for $30. Delivery is limited to Ocean County.

All orders and payments are due by March 30.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of mar 7 - mar 13

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Follow your conscience. Devoting time to helping someone may not be easy, but in your heart you know that it’s probably the right thing to do. Don’t react too quickly to a problem, as it may correct itself.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Allow others to learn from their mistakes. Don’t be so overprotective of loved ones that you don’t let them have their own experiences. A chance meeting could start a valuable friendship.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Sometimes things aren’t so obvious. Your first impression of a situation may be lacking some key elements, so consider withholding judgment until you learn more. Take good advice to heart.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Now may be a good time to relax. Working diligently toward a goal may not be worth it if you never set aside time to enjoy yourself. Treat yourself to some free time to do what you want to do.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Enjoy the fruits of your hard work. Anything you set out to do this week may result in resounding success if you remain committed. Other people could rely on you for sound advice and solid judgment.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sometimes a little spontaneity is best. Giving in to a whim or buying something on impulse may allow you a needed change and give your spirits a boost.

Set aside some extra time for loved ones.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Make an

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Keep your mind open for a hidden opportunity. What someone may consider worthless could be a treasure if given some time and careful attention. Be wary of those who come to you seeking a handout.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be your most understanding self. Be patient with those who may need help, as a few moments of inconvenience won’t hurt you.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Boost your spirits by being around others. Discussing the future with a friend or loved one may help your confidence and provide incentive to move forward. Emotions might make it impossible to solve a problem.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): If you do a job, do it right. Fully commit to whatever task you decide to do today, as success will require your complete attention. If logic fails, following your heart may provide an answer.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Turn over a new leaf. Treat the coming week as a time to make a fresh start and approach things with a positive attitude. Gatherings with friends and family should resound with good vibrations.

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Fresh Take: Celebrate The Coming Of Spring With A New Look At Asparagus

By Wolfgang Puck

Spring is on the horizon. For many of us, it has seemed like a long time coming. So, when the weather starts warming up even a little, it really does feel miraculous - especially when new seasonal vegetables begin appearing in farmers markets, from locally grown asparagus to peas to the first fresh fava beans to tender, young leafy greens.

In celebration, I’d like to share one of my favorite recipes featuring asparagus: a fresh-tasting, Japanese-inspired salad that my catering team and I recently served at the Governors Ball celebration following the Academy Awards ceremony just a couple of weeks ago.

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

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

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

With all the ingredients on hand, you’ll find the recipe very easy to prepare. Take care to trim the asparagus, trimming off the tough ends and peeling any thick skin so you can enjoy as much of each spear as possible. And be sure not to overcook the asparagus, immersing it in salted boiling water for just 10 seconds or so and then, after draining, immediately plunging the spears into ice water to stop the cooking at the tender-crisp stage and keep the color a bright green that’s a perfect expression of the new season.

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

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

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

When the asparagus is cold, drain well and set aside.

To make the dressing, put the rice vinegar, white miso, pickled ginger, sugar and soy sauce in a blender. Blend at medium speed.

With the machine running, slowly pour in the oil in a steady stream until a smooth, thick but slightly fluid dressing forms.

Transfer the dressing to a nonreactive container and set aside.

To assemble the salad, toss the cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of the dressing, adding more as needed to coat them; set aside. Toss the watercress with the olive oil, season lightly with salt, and set aside.

Arrange the asparagus pieces on a chilled platter or individual chilled serving plates and drizzle with some of the remaining dressing. Mound the cherry tomatoes on top. Arrange watercress sprigs and radish slices on top of and around the tomatoes and asparagus. Lightly sprinkle with sansho pepper and garnish, if you like, with edible flower petals. 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) © 2020 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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