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─Photo by Alyssa Riccardi The Black Poster Project started in 2019 and has grown to 521 posters.

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Over 500 posters were on display at Brick Memorial High school, featuring photos of people who lost their lives to addiction.

The display works as a silent memorial, showing each person’s story along with their photo. Despite these individuals being from all over the country, they all shared one

thing in common.

The Black Poster Project was created by Dee Gillen, who lost her son Scott to a heroin/fentanyl overdose in (Poster - See Page 4)

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─Photo courtesy Jewish Federation of Ocean County Attendees enjoy a Fall Festival held recently by One Ocean County, the Jewish Federation of Ocean County at the Common Grounds Community Garden in Lakewood.

By Bob Vosseller LAKEWOOD – Despite the rain, hundreds turned out for the Fall Festival held at Common Grounds Community Garden.

The festival was a joint project held by One Ocean County, the Jew-

ish Federation of Ocean County, and the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission.

The goal was to bring the entire community together for an enjoyable, autumnal event.

The community garden is located in the

John Patrick Spor ts Complex, where it offered something for everyone.

“I want to applaud our partners for creating an opportunity to showcase the diversity of Ocean County and an (Fall - See Page 18)

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Four Seek Seats On School Board

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Brick Township residents will have the chance to decide between four candidates to fill two seats on the Board of Education in the November election.

Current members Melita Gagliardi and Daisy Haffner have stated they are not seeking re-election, leaving two open seats on the board.

School board races are supposed to be nonpartisan, so the candidates aren’t referred to by their political party. Instead, they are allowed to have a short slogan

after their name.

The candidates fighting for a seat on the board include: Frances DiBenedictis, Madeline Iannarone, Erin Wheeler, and Maureen Molz.

Wheeler, who is a high school chemistry teacher, currently serves as an Alternate Commissioner on the Brick MUA. “I attend monthly meetings and committee meetings as well.

Additionally, I serve as the Membership and (Seats - See Page 7)

Road Improvements Planned

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - A $235,920 cont ract has been awarded to Meco Inc. of Clarksburg, NJ for road i mprovements to the Burnt Tavern neighborhood of Siclar Estates.

The major work to be completed includes roadway milling and resurfacing of Sweeney Avenue, Marbro Avenue, Conte Avenue, Jewel Avenue and Kuster Lane, said Mayor John G. Ducey during a recent Township Council meeting.

Bid notices were supplied to 77 prospective bidders from the

township bidder’s list, and eight submitted bids ranging from the low winning bid up to $336,490.

The governing body also passed a shared ser v ices resolut ion with BTMUA (Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority) for road resurfacing in Cedarwood Park, which is undergoing water main replacement.

“The policy that we star ted about seven years ago was, if a utility digs up our roads here in town, they’re responsible for the sideto-side repaving,” the mayor said.

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Continued From Page 1 2015. While preparing for an overdose awareness event in 2019, Dee said she wanted to have posters of lost loved ones displayed as she felt it would be an impactful visual.

“I started the project three years ago with about 50 posters and it’s grown by word of mouth to the point where we decided to make it a project, make it something we can travel around with,” Dee said. “I was a part of an alumni in recovery and a parent program and when the community meetings would go to different towns, we’d bring the posters so that people could look at them prior to the meetings starting.”

Dee explained how after COVID hit, her along with colleague Glynis Burke came up with the idea of doing the traveling displays and opening it up to the public for free. Today, the Black Poster Project has grown to 521 posters.

“The thing that’s really special about what we do, working with alumni in recovery, is there are either people in recovery or grieving families working side by side with people in recovering and it’s such an unusual connection,” Dee said. “You don’t see that a lot.

You either see grief groups or recovery groups. So, this event is a perfect example.

“For people like us who have lost our Displays were used to show that everyone has value.

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child after so many years of rehab and trying to save them, and they’re gone now; what happens next? Now what do we do? The people in recovery, they embrace people who have gone through it, who don’t have their loved one anymore. It’s a really unique combination and we’re really grateful to be a part of that,” Dee added.

“Being a part of alumni in recovery also brings hope to us and purpose to it. Purpose in that ‘what now? What do we do?’ Our child’s death is not in vain. How do you make sense of 500 kids, sons and daughters, parents, all from families. How do you make sense of that? In all of this it’s healing for us,” Glynis said.

Along with the 500 plus posters on display, there were t wo dist i nct ive posters at this year’s event in Brick Township that stood apar t f rom the rest.

Next to Kennedy Marie Clifford’s poster were six standing mirrors decorated with different words of affirmations. Kennedy committed suicide in 2014 and to honor her, her sister and best friends created the “Amazing Campaig n.” T hey made shi r ts with “amazing” spelt backwards on it. So, when you looked in the mirror you see how amazing you are.

“The campaign was recently closed and they made a donation to the Black Poster Project. So, I display her poster (Poster - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 4 to keep her memory alive,” Dee said.

The second unique display was in honor of James Evans, who died in 2020 from an addiction to medication after being shot and in the hospital for a month. Next to his poster stands separate posters with hundreds of caricatures drawn on them.

“These are James’ mom drawings, that’s her way of therapy for the loss of her son. She draws those intricate people; people that have lost their children or beloveds and they’ll send her a picture and she’ll draw a caricature and she does that for every holiday. She gave me her Halloween one and then I asked her if she would draw one for the black poster

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Continued From Page 1 “In the past they were only responsible for patching up the areas where they actually dug up, or maybe they had to do half of the road if it was a pipe, but then you have half the road nicely paved and the other half 30 years old,” he said.

So the roads that are being dug up for water main replacements will be paved side-to-side by the utility, but other roads in the neighborhood that are not impacted by the water main replacement and not getting paved at all will benefit by the shared services agreement.

BTMUA has a contract in place and the township

The Brick Times, November 5, 2022, Page 5 project. That board shows everyone in the display, and she plans to add more people in,” Dee said.

This is the third year the Black Poster Project has been on display in Brick Township, with the project continuing to travel all throughout the state. The Brick Township Police Department was present with an unused medication drop box, free Narcan training, along with the Brick Municipal Anti-Drug Coalition and other vendors.

“It’s not for everyone. It’s extremely heavy work and it’s difficult for a lot of people to decide to participate. It’s all very respectful the way we handle it,” Dee said.

To learn more about the Black Poster Project or to make a donation, visit theblackposterproject.com. will utilize that contract to expand the scope of roadway resurfacing for the entirety of Laurel Avenue, which connects Drum Point Road and Mantoloking Road.

Herbertsville Deli Demo In other news, the governing body passed a resolution that authorizes the receipt of bids for the demolition of the structures and to secure the property of the former Herbertsville Deli at 430 Herbertsville Road.

“This resolution is the result of an order issued by our Township Property Maintenance Board,” Mayor Ducey said. “A hearing was held before the Board on February 23, 2022 with no action taken at all by the property owners to comply with the

─Photos by Alyssa Riccardi One poster featured caricatures drawn by a mother who lost her son due to addiction.

Board’s orders of fixing that place up.”

The Board has ordered the demolition of the unsafe structure and the placement of a lien to recoup all costs, he added.

And finally, Mayor Ducey noted that on the 10th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, one of the largest impacts the storm had on the township was financial. Brick still hasn’t recovered from the loss in $400,000,000 in tax ratables. The ratables base is still about $100,000,000 less than it was before the storm.

The loss in ratables combined with the debt service and expenditures the township continues to pay for as a result of the storm has placed an extra burden on the taxpayers, he said.

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from many generations - neighborhoods were totally wiped away, and a decade later recovery from the storm is still going on for many, which is very unfortunate, the mayor said.

“A decade later, we have a greater understanding of the burden that living in a coastal community brings, and a greater respect for the dynamic and changing power of the climate,” he said.

Mother Nature can “take it all back” again, so the township will continue to work with the planning and engineering departments to take appropriate mitigating actions and hope that a similar storm never happens again, Mayor Ducey said.

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Continued From Page 1 event to bring the entire com munit y together,” said Keith K rivitzky, the Managing Director of the Jewish Federation. “We hope this will become an an nual occasion.”

It was a wet, but f un af ter noon of live music, garden tou rs, delicious kosher food, and a petting zoo. The music for the event was provided by the Young Talent Initiative, a local Lakewood nonprof it that works with Jewish youth who are musically inclined.

In addition to plants and f lowers being given away by Common Grounds, Jew ish Fede r at ion gave out t he PJ Librar y book “The Carob Tree” and ar ug ula seeds for each child to grow indoors and shared infor mation high-

lighting their upcoming f ilm festival which began on October 30.

The Cult ural and Heritage Commission was there with its Revolutionar y War t railer, liber t y bell, and educational games. Chemed Health Center had a mini vaccine center set up with COVID and f lu shots available for all who wanted.

Than ks to a generous sponsorship f rom the New Jersey Depar t ment of Health, f reshly popped popcor n and a hot d r in k bar offer ing hot cocoa, lattes, coffee and cappuccinos were ava i la ble f r e e of ch a rge t o a l l attendees.

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─Photo courtesy Jewish Federation of Ocean County A petting zoo was part of the fun during a recently held Fall Festival held at Common Grounds Community Garden in Lakewood.

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Continued From Page 1 Act iv it ie s C o - C h a i r p e r son for t he Cedarcroft Community Association,” Wheeler said.

W hen asked what are the biggest issues the school district is currently facing, she said, “some concerns that I would address would be to enhance communication with parents and the community, continue to improve infrastr uct ure using state and federal funds and fur ther develop students’ 21st century skills.”

As a veteran educator, Wheeler said she is committed to increasing student achievement and developing a strategic plan to continue to move Brick schools forward.

“I will work diligently to represent the needs of the entire Brick community, listen to concerns of all stakeholders and utilize my experience in education to help make Brick schools better for ever y st udent. Fu r t her more, I w ill continue to foster the collaborative relationship between the Board of Education, the superintendent, parents and the staff of Brick schools. Through teamwork and effective cooperation, I will work with the current Board members to achieve our goals. As a Board member, I will lead with kindness and respect to make decisions that benefit the students, staff and community of Brick,” she said.

Molz is a retired engineer and previously worked for the Federal Aviation Ad minist ration and the U.S. A r my.

She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies from the US Army War College.

Molz believes the biggest challenges facing the district are safety, loss of state funding, post COVID academic and mental health challenges and infrastructure.

“These challenges require listening to stakeholders, analyzing per tinent data and information, and compromise to form reasonable solutions and remedies that can be implemented,” Molz said. “As a retired engineer, program manager and strategic leader for 32 years, I have successfully worked on va r iou s complex issues fa ci ng ou r warfighters and the aviation community. I have the experience, skill set, time and talent to achieve workable solutions. I will maintain the current positive relationships with colleagues and offer help wherever I can be of use to the Board.”

When asked if there’s anything new that she would want to do in the district she said, “I would like to understand the genesis for the current test score levels and how we can set policy that would suppor t greater lear ning and thus increase test scores.”

DiBenedictis is currently a stay-at-

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DiBenedictis explained that the biggest issue facing the distract is lack of transparency.

“Parents minds go to the worst things when we are not forthright. If we were to tell them what is happening - all the good, bad, ugly and in-between - we would be in such better shape. I will always be honest and upfront,” DiBenedictis said. “I want to be honest and transparent. I want parents to actually have a say in their own children’s education. I will not make them believe that they have a choice and then tell them that just because the government says different, they no longer have an actual choice in their children’s/student’s education.”

Attempts to reach Madeline Iannarone were unsuccessful at the time of publication. The 2022 General Election Day will be held on November 8.

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Health Insurance Marketplace Opened For Uninsured From The Desk Of The

Governor Phil Murphy TRENTON - Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance Commissioner Marlene Caride announced that consumers shopping for 2023 health coverage can start purchasing plans beginning November 1, 2022, when Open Enrollment begins at the state’s Official Health Insurance Marketplace, Get Covered New Jersey (GetCovered.NJ.gov). Consumers will benefit from historic levels of financial help that remain available for the upcoming year and more plan options with the addition of a new insurance company offering plans on the marketplace.

Established by the Murphy Administration, Get Covered New Jersey is where individuals and families who do not have health insurance through an employer or other program, such as Medicaid or Medicare, can easily shop for and buy health insurance. Get Covered New Jersey is the only place residents can get financial help for health coverage.

The Open Enrollment Period for 2023 coverage at Get Covered New Jersey will run from November 1, 2022 to January 31, 2023. Consumers must enroll

by Dec. 31 for coverage starting Jan. 1; if they enroll by Jan. 31, coverage will begin Feb. 1.

Residents can view available 2023 health plans, compare costs and see if they qualify for financial help now,

b efor e t he e n rol l me nt window opens, using the Get Covered New Jersey Shop and Compare tool.

All consu mers need is their zip code, birth date and income, and they can view the plans available and the estimated amount of financial help they may qualify for in order to lower premium costs.

“New Jersey continues to be guided by the belief that healthcare is a right. That principle has served as the foundation for our work to improve access to quality, affordable health coverage for our residents,” said Governor Murphy. “Through the efforts of our Administration and the Biden-Harris Administration, I am thrilled our state will be able to offer even more health insurance plan options with record levels of financial help. I encourage individuals seeking health coverage to take advantage of these historic savings by visiting Get Covered New Jersey to find and enroll in the plan that best meets their family’s needs.”

Thanks to the Inf lation Reduction Act passed by Congress and signed by President Biden in August 2022, record-level savings will remain available to help lower the costs of monthly premiums.

The federal American Rescue Plan Act, signed last year, significantly increased the amount of financial help available to consumers and removed the income cap to receive assistance. No one pays more than 8.5 percent of their income for health insurance through Get Covered New Jersey. The federal savings allowed New Jersey to increase the amount of state subsidies, called New Jersey Health Plan Savings, which are

available to eligible consumers and to extend the savings to residents at higher income levels for the first time last year, allowing those earning an annual salary of up to 600 percent of the federal poverty level ($81,540 for an individual and $166,500 for a family of four) to receive state assistance. The Inflation Reduction Act extended the historic federal savings for three years.

Nine out of 10 residents enrolling will qualify for financial help, and many people will have access to a health plan at a cost of $10 a month or less. Plans and prices change each year, so individuals who have coverage now should review their plan options during the Open Enrollment Period to find the plan that best meets their needs and budget.

The federal administration also recently eliminated the “family glitch” to further bolster affordability of health insurance. As a result of this action, family members of workers who are offered affordable self-only coverage but unaffordable family coverage may qualify for premium tax credits to buy plans on the marketplace. Generally, families paying more than 9.12% of their income towards employer coverage in 2023 may have more affordable options through Get Covered New Jersey.

This Open Enrollment Period, five insurance companies will offer plans through the marketplace, with Aetna joining A mer iHealth, Hor izon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, and Ambetter from WellCare of New Jersey.

The upcoming Open Enrollment Period begins Get Covered New Jersey’s third year in operation. In 2020, the state transitioned away from the federal mar-

ketplace, HealthCare.gov, and became a full operational State Based Exchange.

The state expanded the Open Enrollment Period in 2020 to three months, from the previous six-week window available under the previous federal administration, began offering state subsidies, and invested more in outreach and trained experts who provide free, unbiased enrollment assistance to residents in the community.

This year, 17 Navigators, which are New Jersey-based community organizations, will provide enrollment assistance, outreach and education year-round for 2023 coverage, available now and throughout the Open Enrollment Period. Navigators also assist consumers who are eligible to enroll in coverage outside of Open Enrollment, through Special Enrollment Periods throughout the year.

Open Enrollment is the only time of year residents can enroll in a plan, unless they have a major life event, such as marriage, pregnancy, or moving, that qualifies them for a Special Enrollment Period or if they qualify for NJ FamilyCare.

Health plans offered through GetCovered.NJ.gov cover preventive services, emergency services, prescription drugs, prenatal and pediatric care, and more, and no one can be denied coverage due to a pre-existing condition.

Consumers are encouraged to use the free assistance available in local communities throughout the state by visiting Find Local Assistance at or to call the Customer Call Center 1-833-677-1010 TTY 711.

In New Jersey, there remains a requirement to have health coverage. Residents who do not qualify for an exemption from the Shared Responsibility Payment will pay a penalty at tax time.

Senators Commemorate Superstorm Sandy Resilience Projects Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

N E W J E R SE Y - A d e c a d e a f t e r Supe r stor m Sa ndy h it New Je r sey, devastating the Garden State’s coastal communities, officials toured the Port Monmouth Flood Protection project in Monmouth County to commemorate the anniversar y of the stor m and to highlight more than $10 billion in federal investments in housing, economic, and f lood resilience infrastr ucture to help rebuild the State and to make it more resilient to future storms.

T he Por t Mon mout h proje c t is a mong several other Ar my Cor ps and DEP-led resilience projects actively being b u i l t i n N e w J e r s e y.

Design is also cur rently under way for a project involving the borough of Highlands. The Army Cor ps and the DEP are working with the community to install f loodwall, levees, pump station, road closure gate and interior d rai nage with i n the .7 squ a re m ile Borough. This project is estimated to cost about $198 million.

Major funding was made available for these projects at the federal level.

In the ten years since Superstor m Sandy devastated New Jersey’s coastline and inland areas, the DEP has

worked w it h t he A r my Cor ps to invest approximately $2 billion for coastal and f lood protection projects focused along the Shore. In addition to the Port Monmouth, Union Beach, and Highlands project, other A r my Cor ps-funded projects include: $96.8 million beach and du ne constr uction project in Cape May County (encompassing beaches in souther n Ocean City, Upper Township, and Sea Isle City) that is complete. $140.4 m illion project to const r uct beaches and inf rast r uct ure in Monmouth County (Loch Arbour, Allenhurst, Deal, and Long Branch) that is complete. $159.9 million beach and dune constr uction project covering 12.7 miles of beach on Long Beach Island that is complete.

$39.3 million seawall and boardwalk project along Absecon I nlet that is complete in Atlantic City. $59.3 m illion beach and du ne constr uction project on Absecon Island (Renourish Atlantic City and Ventnor and Initial Construction Longport and Margate) that is complete. $131.4 million beach and dune project for Nor ther n Ocean Count y (for all towns from Point Pleasant Beach to Berkeley Township) that is complete. $11.4 million project to initially const r uct bea ch be r m along Oa k wood Beach i n Elsi nboro Tw p. along the Delaware River that is complete.

The Army Cor ps also completed the repai r and restoration of all of the pre-Sandy coastal protection projects along the Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, (Government - See Page 9)

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and Cape May counties coastline at a cost of over $200 million.

In addition to immediate post-Sandy repairs, the Army Corps has also completed over $300 million in periodic beach nourishment since the completion of Sandy-related work.

T hese la rge -scale projects a re i n addit ion to the many more Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Housing & Urban Development, Department of Transportation, and State-funded emergency response and resiliency projects completed all across the areas impacted by Superstorm Sandy on October 29, 2012 that, in total, invested more than $10 billion to rebuild New Jersey in a more resilient-way.

“Ten years ago, Hurricane Sandy devastated communities across the state – from small towns down the shore to urban hubs up north,” said U.S. Senator Robert Menendez. “As impacted communities worked to recover and

The Brick Times, November 5, 2022, Page 9 rebuild, I fought in Washington to ensure they had the tools to do so. In the past decade, I’ve secured tens of billions of dollars in federal funding to help our state rebuild and make investments in mitigation, including millions for the Port Monmouth Flood Protection project. I exposed widespread lowballing of f lood insurance claims and successfully pushed FEMA to reopen ever y Sandy f lood insurance claim for review, which resulted in Sandy survivors being compensated with over $260 million in additional payments. While we’ve made tremendous progress in the past decade, there’s still much more work to do and I am committed to continuing to advocate on behalf of Sandy survivors.”

“Superstorm Sandy’s devastation was a wakeup call to commit to protecting ou r state and ou r cou nt r y f rom severe weather and climate change. I’m heartened by the progress we’ve made in rebuilding Por t Mon mouth to be more resilient. I remain committed to strengthening our state’s critical infrastructure and protecting New Jerseyans from future disasters,” said U.S. Senator Cory Booker.

2022 Fall Leaf Collection BR IC K – Br ick Tow n sh ip’s Fa l l Leaf Collection Begins on October 24. Collection will be done in accordance with the recycling schedule. The schedule is as follows: • Recycling day – Thursday: Collection November 28 through December 2.

• Recycling day – Friday: Collection October 21 th rough November 4 & December 5 through 9.

• Recycling day – Monday: Collection November 7 through 11 & December 12 through 16.

• Recycling day – Tuesday: Collection November 14 through 18 & December 19 through 23.

• Recycling day – Wednesday: Collection November 21 th rough 25 & December 26 through 30.

Residents are asked to have you r bagged leaves at the curb by 6 a.m. on t he f i rst d ay of you r collect ion periods. Only leaves in bags will be collected. Bags must not weigh more than 50lbs per bag. Do not put branches, twigs or debris in bags. Leaves may also be brought to the Brick Township Recycling Center, 836 R idge Road, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Leaves are accepted at the Ocean County Recycling, New Hampshire Avenue, Lakewood Township.

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Project Sticker Shock

─Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – On October 22, members of The Mayor’s Student Advisory Committee placed Project Sticker Shock Stickers on beverages being sold at the concession stand during the Brick vs Brick Football game.

The purpose of this project is to bring awareness to underage drinking laws, reduce social provid-

ing of alcohol and educate the community on its related problems through environmental change.

Project Sticker Shock is an effort coordinated by the Brick Municipal Alliance Coalition (BMAC) and the Brick Township School District. Thank you to the DART Coalition of Ocean County for providing the stickers.

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Annual Fire Prevention Program At St. Dominic School An Industry Leader In: House Lifting & Moving • Masonry •Demolition Shoring • Leveling • Timber Piles • Helical Piles Call us to meet with a licensed professional, not a sales person (732) 202-6207 • www.halebuilthouseraising.com

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Ocean County Health Department COVID-19 & Flu Vaccine Clinic Schedule for November Walk-ins welcome, but appointments recommended. Clinic schedule dates subject to change.

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Thursday, Nov. 10th

Toms River Library

10AM-2PM

Monday, Nov. 14th

Upper Shores Library

11AM-1PM

Tuesday, Nov. 15th

Cassville Fire Department - Jackson

11AM-3PM

Wednesday, Nov. 16th

Little Egg Harbor Library

10AM-2PM

Friday, Nov. 18th

Brick Senior Center

10AM-1PM

Saturday, Nov. 19th

Toms River Senior Center

10AM-1PM

Monday, Nov. 21st

OC Fire and EMS Academy - Waretown

2PM-6PM

Tuesday, Nov. 22nd

Lacey Community Center

10AM-2PM

ALL CLINICS OFFER BOOSTER VACCINE TO INDIVIDUALS AGES 5 AND OLDER. BIVALENT BOOSTER NOW AVAILABLE FOR AGES 5 AND UP. Pediatric vaccine for children ages 6 months and older available only at OCHD clinics held on Mondays from 2pm-6pm until further notice.

Monkeypox vaccine available every Thursday in November from 1-4pm by appointment only.

Flu shots available at all COVID-19 vaccine clinics. Schedule your appointment at www.ochd.org.

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Friendsgiving - A Networking Social BR ICK – Join the Brick Chamber of Com merce for their monthly Networking Event on November 17 f rom 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Includes food, beer, wine & net working! Be sure to bring plent y of business cards. Make the

mo s t out of you r p a r t ic ip a t io n by s p o n s o r i n g t h e e ve nt! Reg i s t e r a t BrickChamber.com.

Than ks to sponsors: Michael Martone at Homeside Mor tgage, Jersey Merch Market and Car pet Castle, Inc!

Recreation Offers Fall Camp For Young People BRICK – The Recreation Department is offering a Fall Camp to keep young people active during the upcoming fall recess. The Camp is for residents in grades 1 to 8 and will be held November 7 through November 11, 7 a.m. to

3 p.m. each day. Campers will enjoy trips, arts and crafts, games, sports and more. Campers should bring a lunch, drinks and snacks. The cost is $150 per camper. Register online through the Recreation Department.

Senior Services Presentation: Chronic Back, Neck And Sciatic Pain Management

BRICK – Chronic Back, Neck and Sciatic Pain Management Presentation presented by Orthopaedic Institute/Brielle Orthopaedics will be held on November 9 at 12 p.m. at the Senior Services Activity Center, 373 Adamston Road.

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CERAMIC ART SHOW & SALE

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Annual Trunk Or Treat

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NOV. 11 FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS AT NJC CENTER

$249/pp

Includes Orchestra Level Seat & Dinner Before Show.

NOV. 16 FUNNY GIRL MUSICAL

$194/pp

Includes Lunch Before Show.

NOV. 18 CHRISTMAS AT LONGWOOD GARDENS

$134/pp

Includes Lunch and admission.

NOV. 27-DEC. 1 5 DAY BILTMORE ESTATE AT CHRISTMAS

$1035/pp Dbl. Occ.

Includes 4 nts. Lodging, House Tour, Ashville Highlights Tour 4 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners & More.

NOV. 30 CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR ROCKETS AT RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL

$222/pp

Includes Lunch Before Show and Orchestra Seat.

NOV. 30 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS AT THE BROWNSTONES IN PATERSON

$128/pp

Includes a family style lunch, 1 Drink, Live Music, Comedian DEC. 1 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS AT AMERICAN MUSIC THEATER IN LANCASTER PA $126/pp Includes Lunch Before Show.

DEC. 12-14 3 DAY CHRISTMAS ON THE POTOMAC

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Enjoy the holidays with us on a spectacular Christmas themed trip. Ice returns this year with one of a kind amazing walk-through experience. Includes 2 nts. stay at the 5 star Gaylord National Harbor Resort, 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, 1 Christmas Musical with lunch and more.

DEC. 15. ELF MUSICAL AT THE DUTCH APPLE THEATRE IN LANCASTER PA

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JAN. 11 A BEAUTIFUL NOISE - THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL

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JAN. 18 SOME LIKE IT HOT MUSICAL

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JAN. 25 MJ MUSICAL ─Photo courtesy Brick Township BRICK – Brick Township’s Annual Trunk or Treat was on October 21 at the Drum Point Sports Complex. Thank you to everyone who decorated a trunk, donated

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

The Real Differences Between Audiology And Over-The-Counter Solutions

You may have heard about over-thecounter (OTC) hearing aids hitting the market as a more affordable hearing care treatment, but can OTC products ever compete with the knowledge and expertise of a specialist? Because you deserve the best hearing care available, here are six reasons to make an appointment with an audiologist.

1. Expertise - Both audiologists and hearing aid specialists are licensed to sell hearing aids, but audiologists possess master’s or doctorate degrees that concentrate on hearing health. This is important because individuals develop hearing loss in a variety of ways and have unique communication needs.

2. Fit - To maximize comfort and functionality, hearing aids must be custom fitted to each individual and programmed to support their listening lifestyle. Only a trained hearing care professional can do this. Additionally, audiologists can monitor your progress over time and make adjustments when necessary.

3. Patient-Provider Relationship Hearing loss has many different causes, from simple age-related decline to disorders such as Ménière’s disease to exposure to ototoxic chemicals. There are also many comorbidities associated with hearing loss. An audiologist can diagnose and treat many of these, forming a long-lasting relationship with you that goes beyond simply fitting you with hearing aids.

4. Tinnitus and Balance Support - Hearing loss often occurs alongside tinnitus, which is a persistent ringing, buzzing, or clicking sound in the ear. And because the inner ear governs the body’s equilibrium, balance issues are often diag-

nosed and treated by audiologists as well.

Providing support for these conditions is part of our commitment to our patients’ total hearing health.

5. Safety - An audiologist will perform a series of tests to assess your hearing loss and ensure your hearing aids meet your needs without being too loud. Hearing technology that amplifies sound too much can further damage your hearing, and an ill-fitting hearing aid can create ear discomfort (otalgia) which may lead to ear infections.

6. Investment - While purchasing an OTC hearing aid may provide considerable savings on upfront costs, seeking treatment through a licensed audiologist is a better investment. From warranty protection to professional cleanings and advice on upgrades, we will be with you every step of the way in your journey to better hearing and better health. We also know hearing aids can be expensive, so we always do our best to provide affordable solutions, including coupons, specials, and financing options.

Whether you are a longtime user of hearing aids or considering them for the first time, there is no better decision you can make for your hearing health than choosing a practice to provide you with an expert evaluation. It’s the right choice for you to be sure that you’re pursuing the very best solution for your hearing loss.

WE Hear You...& We are Here for YOU! Dr. Izzy & his Staff are always available to answer most of your hearing health care questions. We can be reached at 732-8183610 (Toms River/Whiting) or 609-9788946 (Manahawkin) or visit us at www. gardenstatehearing.com.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!

Drug Abuse And Mental Health Awareness Presentation BRICK – All parents/care givers and students of 6th to 12th grade invited. Presentation will be on November 1 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Brick Township High School auditorium.

Special guest speakers: • Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer • Daniel Duddy Guest Speaker • Dr. David Kasyan Principal Brick Township

High School • District Student Assistance Coordinators Should you have any further questions, or require resources, contact the district’s Student Assistance Coordinators Lori Ann Roland, (BTHS) lroland@brickschools. org; Samantha West, (BTMHS) SWEST@ brickschools.org.

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

Chronotherapy: Timing Of These 4 Medication Matters Greatly!

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Today’s article is about timing your medication properly. It’s called “chronotherapy.” This ensures that your drug (or supplement) therapy is optimally timed to your disease and symptoms, and in some cases to gene expression.

Almost every adult in the United States takes medication, whether it’s over-the-counter or prescription, and the popularity of pharmaceuticals is absolutely staggering. But millions of people have taken their pills at the wrong time, which means they have a higher risk of problems, some of which are life-threatening.

Today’s article will offer clarity. Let’s start with hypertension since poorly controlled blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

1. Blood Pressure Medications. It is well known that some people with hypertension experience a morning blood pressure surge.

For this reason, blood pressure pills are best taken at nighttime, before bed. It helps reduce a morning blood pressure surge. Whether you take ACE inhibitors, Calcium Channel Blockers or ARBs, this category of medication is best taken at bedtime.

2. Thyroid Medications. Medications and supplements for thyroid health are almost always taken in the daytime. All thyroid medications including Synthroid® and Armour and others should be taken upon arising, or within the hour. This best matches your circadian rhythm and allows you to effectively metabolize the food you eat all day. The two popular supplements have chronological effects too: Iodine should be taken in the morning, and/or if you take

ashwagandha herb, it is best taken at night.

3. Asthma Medications. People often report experiencing night-time symptoms that worsen. These may include shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing, and anxiety. Lung function shows a circadian pattern with most discomfort occurring in the early morning.

For this reason, you see most medications for asthma given at bedtime, so that the body can process the medication and get it to the tissues that need it at the right time. Albuterol can be taken as needed, any time of day. Theophylline is a medication used in asthma that is fairly stimulating so if you are taking a long-acting version of that drug, take it in the morning.

4. Cholesterol Medications. We synthesize cholesterol while sleeping. It is churning out almost 40% of your total daily cholesterol production! So you can already guess that taking a statin with a short half-life with dinner is probably ideal. Those would include simvastatin, lovastatin, pravastatin, and fluvastatin.

The same chronological timing applies to dietary supplements used for high cholesterol.

Long-acting statins like atorvastatin may be taken any time of day.

I have a much longer article about this topic posted on my website, suzycohen.com and it includes how to time antidepressants, medications for rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, as well as acid reflux. Chronotherapy is a valuable strategy that maximizes the benefits of medication while reducing side effects.

Taking a drug at the wrong time will only cause more problems than it fixes, so please consider timing, and discuss the ideal regimen with your local pharmacist.

(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) ©2022 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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National Friends Of The Library Week

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If you are 62 years of age or older and have sufficient home equity, you may be able to: • Pay off your existing mortgage2 • Pay off bills, loans or other debts • Access cash for unplanned expenses • Live in your home and maintain ownership2 • Increase monthly cash flow • Fund necessary home repairs We are an independent lender based in Toms River, NJ and are not acting on behalf of the U.S. Department of HUD, FHA or the United States Government. [1] Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage insurance premiums (MIP) will accrue on your loan balance. You will be charged an initial MIP at closing. The initial MIP will be 2% of the home value not to exceed $12,723. Over the life of the loan, you will be charged an annual MIP that equals .5% of the outstanding mortgage balance. [2] Your current mortgage, if any, must be paid off using the proceeds from your HECM loan. You must still live in the home as your primary residence, continue to pay required property taxes, homeowners insurance, and maintain the home according to FHA requirements. Failure to meet these requirements can trigger a loan default that they may result in foreclosure.

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BR ICK – As Nat ional Fr iends of the Librar y Week (October 16 to 22), comes to a close, many events took place sponsored by the Friends of the Br ick Libr a r y. To beg i n t he week , the Friends group gave away a free membership & gift card to a member i n good st andi ng. T hat person was Ruth Leach.

On October 18, Joan Rodie took a guess at a jar full of erasers and won not only the erasers but a gift card.

A student was the recipient of a fully packed backpack of school supplies on October 19 worth close to $200.

On October 20, local author Gregor y Andr us visited the librar y and talked about his f irst and ver y impressive book, “Portraits of the Jersey Shore.”

On October 21, there was a drawing from 177 entries for a $25 gift card to Bar nes & Noble.

Branch manager, Taya Petino, received a procla mat ion f rom Mayor John Ducey, who also stopped in to take a look at our display.

A month prior to this celebrator y week, the Friends of the Brick Library held a bookmark contest for three age groups: 6 to 12, 13 to 17 and 18 & up.

Winning bookmarks can be viewed in the librar y. Two of the three winners were Ryan Turek and Christine Shafer who also received a $25 gift card each.

Friends of the Brick Librar y meet

─Photo courtesy Friends of the Brick Library ever y f irst Wednesday of the month exc e p t Ju ly a n d Au g u s t o r u n le s s other wise specif ied. The group raises funds to bring programs to our community librar y. A huge “thank you” to all who participated in the week’s activities. It was a f u n-f illed week with much help from the librar y staff.

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A New Jersey employer that treats a disabled worker in an illegal manner runs squarely into statutory legislation that firmly prohibits such conduct. Both the federal and New Jersey laws cited above set forth a “reasonable” accommodation

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Scales And Tales Nature Program

TOMS RIVER – Join a park naturalist as they dispel the myths and fears of native snakes. You will see some of our live snakes up close and personal. Learn what makes these native species so special, and why they are such an important part of the ecosystem. This program is

sure to inspire all young nature lovers.

No registration required.

Program takes place on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 to 11:30 a.m. at Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River. Open to all ages.

Dune Grass Distribution On November 5 BRICK – The Township of Brick will be distributing dune grass for any resident that would like to plant the grass on November 5 at Brick Beach 1 from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m.

The dune grass is planted to help strength-

en and stabilize our dunes. The dune grass is provided by Ocean County and distributed to ocean front communities and is available for planting on dunes on public and private property.

Thanksgiving Market BRICK – The Brick Farmers Market is open for one more day in 2022 to help everyone get ready for the Thanksgiving Holiday. The Thanksgiving Market will take place on November 19 from 8:30 a.m.

to 1 p.m. at Windward Beach.

The Thanksgiving Market will feature your favorite vendors offering a variety of foods and goods that will help make your Thanksgiving a special one.

Alumni In Recovery Now Looking For Brick Chapter Speakers BRICK – Alumni in Recovery is now looking for Brick Chapter speakers.

In recovery? Six months plus sober? Age 18 to 40? Alumni from a Brick or nearby school? Contact alumniinrecovery.brick@gmail.com for more information.

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Police Blotter Woman Injured In Brick Hit-And-Run

By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – A woman was left with face injuries as a result of a hit-and-run that happened on West Princeton Avenue, police said.

The incident occurred at around 8:45 p.m. on October 8 in the area of West Princeton Avenue and Hoffman Street. According to police, a pedestrian was entering her car which was parked adjacent to the roadway on West Princeton Avenue when truck hit the passenger side of her car. The woman sustained injuries to her face from the crash, police said.

The car is described as a dark colored midsized pick-up truck, possibly a Ford F150 crew cab. Police said surveillance video

from a building on the corner of Route 88 and Hoffman Street showed a dark colored pick-up truck leaving the area and heading west on Route 88 towards Lakewood shortly after the crash. The truck is equipped with turn lamps on its side mirrors, and there may be damage to the passenger side mirror.

The victim old police that she saw the truck traveling on West Princeton Avenue towards Route 70, and after the collision it made a left turn onto Hoffman Street.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Ptl. Dan Fogarty #211 of the Brick Township Traffic Safety Unit at 732-262-1141 or at via email at Dfogarty@ brickpd.com.

3rd Annual Tour Of Historic Sites Of Brick BRICK – The Brick Township Historic Commission is hosting their 3rd Annual Tour of Historic Sites of Brick. If you’d like to learn the history of historic homes and other places of interest of Brick, this tour is for you.

The tour takes place on November 5.

The tour begins at 10 a.m. at the Havens

Farm/Cultural Arts Center on Herbertsville Road and returns at 1 p.m. The tour is free! Donations will be accepted which will go towards the maintenance of the Hulse House.

Anyone interested should call Jennifer Rother at 732-262-1056 or email her at jrother@twp.brick.nj.us.

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Around The Jersey Shore Local Families To Exhibit “A World Of Kindness”

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“A World of Kindness,” paintings

by Ocean Cou nt y fam ilies to show what war mth and goodwill mean to them, will be on display throughout the month of November at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch.

The Ocean County Family Support Organization is the originator of the exhibit in the Second-Floor Gallery.

Families have translated the experience of acts of generosity into images on canvas. Their art from the heart constitutes the theme of the exhibit.

“In a world of uncertainty and challenge, a single act of k ind ness can bring reassurance and peace to one’s he a r t ,” OCFSO said i n a pre pa re d statement.

The Ocean County Family Support Organization is par t of a statewide network of non-profit groups that provide peer-to-peer support, education and advocacy to parents and caregivers of children with developmental or behavioral disabilities, substance use, and involvement in child welfare and juvenile justice systems.

The network’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and justice, and its firm opposition to racism, marginalization and stigmatization, can be viewed on the OCFSO website.

The exhibit is free and open to the public in the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street. No registration is required. For more information, visit the Branch or call 732-349-6200.

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Around The Jersey Shore Ten Years After: Remembering Superstorm Sandy

By Bruce Miller Certified Spotter, NWS Where were you during Superstorm Sandy? In late October of 2012, it devastated coastal areas of New Jersey and New York, causing billions of dollars in damage, and impacting 24 states. The hardest hit states were NJ and NY, with landfall occurring at Brigantine, just north of Atlantic City.

It killed 285 people from the Caribbean to Canada, with over 125 in the United States and 41 in NJ alone. Four deaths occurred in my hometown of Brick Township. One of those being an elderly gentleman who drowned right in his own home, just a few blocks from my residence. My area had no electricity for 18 days, which meant no heat or hot water. All indoor and most outdoor plants died, due to either the cold or salt water intrusion into the soil. Cars and boats were scattered all over the ravaged landscape, along with personal possessions.

Several homes in Mantoloking ended up in the middle of Barnegat Bay. The Mantoloking Bridge was severed and impassable for weeks, due to a house that smashed into it, effectively cutting off all contact with that area. On the barrier island, entire blocks of houses along Route 35 were damaged or completely washed away. More than 80 homes were destroyed in a conflagration due to ruptured gas lines in an area of Brick Township near Mantoloking, just south of the Thunderbird Hotel. The National Guard was activated to keep looters and others away and help clear roads.

Many residents who refused or could not evacuate had to be rescued by boats, all-terrain vehicles, and some had to sit in front-end loaders in order to be moved to higher ground and shelters. Residents on the barrier island who refused to leave were told to write their social security numbers on their arms so they might later be identified.

The following week do you remember the near blizzard? Temperatures fell well below freezing and snow piled up, covering the

debris and splintered homes in an innocent blanket of white. All this was due to a rare and extreme negative arctic oscillation in the jet stream. Also, a full moon made high tides 20 percent higher than normal and amplified Sandy’s storm surge. Several boardwalks were ripped apart all along the Jersey Shore. Many people were left stranded in their homes and waited for rescue teams in boats to save them. Seawater surged over lower Manhattan’s seawalls and highways and into low-lying streets. The water inundated tunnels, subway stations and the electrical system that powered Wall Street.

Skyscrapers swayed and creaked in winds that toppled a crane 74 stories above Midtown. New York Harbor’s surf also reached a record level when a buoy measured waves over 35 feet high off shore.

Sandy earned the nickname “Frankenstorm,” as well as other descriptive appellations, such as “Blizzacane” and “Snor-eastercane.” Many media outlets started calling it “SuperStorm Sandy” because it lost tropical characteristics, but based on damage, winds, and storm surge, if a hurricane, it would have been a Category 3. It was ultimately dubbed a SuperStorm, an unofficial designation given to large storms that don’t easily fit into a single classification.

At one point, Sandy’s hurricane-force winds extended up to 175 miles from its center and tropical storm-force winds out to 485 miles.

It was so huge, that its clouds covered most of the East Coast and as far west as Chicago.

It had the lowest barometric reading ever recorded for an Atlantic storm to make landfall north of Cape Hatteras.

Ranked in the top five of all-time most impactful storms by NOAA, Sandy’s strength and angle of approach combined to produce a historic record-breaking storm. It changed the landscape, moved entire houses, destroyed bridges, washed away roads, and altered the lives of millions of residents, some of which will never fully recover.

Shoretown Ballpark Tour: Home Of The Jersey Shore Blueclaws

OCEAN COUNTY – ShoreTown Ballpark first opened its gates in 2001 when the BlueClaws came to the Jersey Shore.

This state-of-the-art facility features 6,588 reserved seats, 16 luxury suites, two party decks, two picnic areas, and a new 1,859 square-foot video scoreboard.

Bring your family and tour the ballpark on November 10 at 12 p.m. The tour will include the BlueClaws dugout, locker room, and the team’s batting cages. The BlueClaws are a minor-league affiliate

of the Philadelphia Phillies. Take lots of pictures, as this is a thrill for any baseball fan. This is a great way to enjoy the day while many children are on break from school.

This tour is free, but you must pre-register. Call 732-506-9090 ext. 5951 or email VWagner@co.ocean.nj.us.

Open to all ages. Meet under the Tower by the Ticket Booth. ShoreTown Ballpark, New Hampshire and Cedar Bridge Avenue Lakewood.

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate Jackson - House For Sale By Owner. Private Road Sits On 1.5 Acres.

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, unfinished full basement, 1 car attached garage, baseboard heat. For sale as is $489,000. 732-691-9845.

(1) 3 BD, 1 BA, 1,200 SQ FT House For Sale - Brick, Great garage, only 1 close neighbor, driveway & parking lot. $520,000. 732-4759107. Only Mortgage in place.

Serious inquiries only.

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Estate Sale Estate Sale - Bedrooms, dining room, kitchen, office corner, computer desk & cabinets, assorted hanging pictures, plants and trees, large buffet and mirror-marble top, garage refrigerator and wine cooler.

Sale days Nov, 5th & 6th. Preview Nov 4th - By appointment only.

732-995-0509, Dom Fusco.

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by Maureen Kubisz DVM, dba Total Pet Hospital LLC, on October 14, 2022. Medical records will be stored online by Idexx Laboratories, Inc, One Idexx Drive, Westbrook, Maine 04092. Send records requests by email to totalpethospital@ gmail.com, or by mail to PO Box 8881, Hamilton, NJ 08650.

(47) Gift Auction and Pancake Breakfast - Holiday City at Silverton. 1846 Yorktowne Boulevard, Toms River.

Saturday, November 19 at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Breakfast is $5. Auction tickets will be sold separately and will be called at 11 a.m.

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Items For Sale ATTN Hunter's - Carry your deer easy on this carry on hitch. Packer steel grate. New. Used only once.

Asking $55. 732-276-8389.

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

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Cash Paid LP Records - 33/45's, reel to reel's. Fast response, we answer the phone 732-829-5908, 24/7, Eddie.

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

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Buying Selmer Saxophones And Other Vintage Models - Also buying World War II Military items.

Cash Paid! 609-581-8290. Email: mymilitarytoys@optonline.net. (31) Advertise in the main sections of Micromedia’s weekly newspapers. Your ad will be seen by thousands. Our skilled team of account executives can work with any budget. Call 732-657-7344 ext.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Blues, Reggae, Soul. Very good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (48) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115.

(30) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n)

Help Wanted Carmen's Hair Styles- Help wanted hair stylist with experience. 1900 Rt. 70, Ste 210, Lakewood NJ. 732597-3447. Monday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Carmenshairstyles.com (43) HIRING NOW!! The Goddard School of Toms River Route 70 is urgently hiring Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides to float between the Infant through School Age classrooms.

No teaching experience necessary.

On-the-job training provided. Multiple PT and FT positions available.

Call 732-363-5530 or email dtoms river2nj3@goddardschools.com to schedule an interview today! (t/n) ISO Experienced Body Shop Welder To work on old car. No schedule.

Call Bart 201-249-2400.

(43) Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n) Day Substitutes Wanted for the Ocean County Vocational Technical School district: Couriers, Custodial, School Nurses/RN, Secretarial, Teachers for Trade Skill Areas-Auto, Construction, Culinary, Electrical, Engineering/Machine Technology, Heavy Equipment Operator, HVAC, Plumbing, Welding or visit www.ocvts. org/employment. EOE. Please email resume to: tedgar@mail.ocvts.org or call 732-240-6414, ext. 3317.

(46) Garden State Medical Center currently looking for qualified candidates to fill their medical assistant, receptionist, and surgical technician positions. If you would like to apply or have any questions, call 732-202-3000. (45)

Website Skills Required - Wordpress, Adobe, Maestro, Google Workspace.

Key person needed. Great opportunity. Part time. Dependable, committed.

Whiting area. 609-284-3142. (47)

Services CHEAP PAINTING Done RITE Free est. Senior discounts interior exterior. Call 732-506-7787, cell 646-643-7678.

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Experienced Home Health Aid(s) - Available hourly or 24/7 and ready to assist you with personal care, medication monitoring, driving, grocery shopping, cooking, light housekeeping, companionship, etc. (including patients suffering from Dementia/Althheimer's or any other disabilities). References available.

Call 732-910-8869.

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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)

Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonry, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience.

Call Jim 732-674-3346.

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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)

Absolute best home improvements! "Building the shore since 1984" Additions, carpentry, windows & doors, roofing & siding, painting & staining, flooring, kitchens & baths, finished basements, masonry, fencing, custom decks, fully insured, license #13VH11804800. $ave.

Call Brien 732-850-5060.

(28) House Cleaning, Painting, Shopping, - Window cleaning, laundry, carpet cleaning, office cleaning.

Very good prices. Call 732-7735078 or 848-287-3944.

(43) 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. (19) 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) LANDSCAPING - Restorations, Repairs, Stones, Mulch, Sod Installs, Hedges, Shrubs, Bushes, Downed Branches Trimmed & Removed, Demolition, Cleanouts, ect., Dumpster service provided by A901 Licensed Hauler ect. MAN WITH VAN LLC. Jim 609-335-0330 HIC# 13vh10806000.

NO JOB TOO SMALL! (15) DOWLING FENCE LLC - WE'VE RECENTLY MOVED TO TOMS RIVER! CALL US FOR ALL YOUR FENCING NEEDS. RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL, BEST PRICING AND WORKMANSHIP! CALL 732-771-5150 OR 732-644-0627.

(46) Property/Management - Brick repair, brick restoration, mulch, stone. Spring/Fall cleanups. pruning, concrete repairs. Call Ken 732-814-7743.

(42) 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.

(42) Santucci Painting LLC - We paint it all, interior and exterior, drywall repair, pressure washing, decks, stained.

Email santwag@aol.com. 908-3275471. 13VH05784200.

(41) Prepare for power outages today - with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Money Down + Low Monthly Payment Options. Request a FREE Quote. Call now before the next power outage: 1-833-901-0309. (t/n) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing.

Affordable. Senior discounts.

References. No job too small.

Fully insured. 732-691-0123.

Lic #13VH09460600.

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MY HANDY CREW - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwor,k all your home maintenance needs. $ave. Call Clark 732-850-5060. Insured and NJ License #13VH11804800.

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

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

Music Lessons In Your Home By state certified instrumental music teacher. Please call 732-350-4427 for more information. All are welcome.

(3) Cleaning Home or Office-Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly. Available Toms River, Beachwood, Pine Beach.

Decades of Experience, Free Estimate, Call Nancy 732-674-6640 (43)

Do You Want Your Car To Look Nice And Shiny - Call Lenny - Lenny's Mobile Auto Detailing 908-868-4609. (39)

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)

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Around The Jersey Shore Jon Bon Jovi Thanks First Responders at Annual Event Celebrating Community TOMS RIVER – The 7th Annual JBJ Soul Kitchen Chili Cook-Off highlighted eleven local first responder units including Fire, Police and EMT, and their chili, but the event was so much more – a celebration of community.

The attendees donated more than 580 pounds of food for Fulfill’s People’s Pantr y, totaling 386 meals, and Jon Bon Jovi was on hand to taste each entry and thank the first responders for their service.

The event was held at The B.E.A.T. (Bring Everyone All Together) Center in Toms River, which has been celebrating re-inviting the com mu nit y back into the Center, after being forced to close to the public during the pandemic.

The B.E.A.T. Center represents a joint vent u re bet ween J BJ Soul K itchen, Fulf ill and Fulf ill’s People’s Pantry.

Fulf ill conducts a culinar y training program and has a satellite warehouse at the Center. In addition, members of Fulf ill’s Resource Connection Team

and other community organizations are housed within the Resource Center to help connect people to food and needed services and programs throughout Ocean County designed to help end the cyclical causes of hunger.

“There are more than 59,000 food insecure residents in Ocean County, including 18,000 children,” said Triada Stampas, president and CEO of Fulfill.

“We are proud to partner with the JBJ Soul Foundation at The B.E.A.T. Center to bring needed resources to the residents of Ocean County, including our People’s Pantry, JBJ Soul Kitchen and much more. We look forward to continuing to build these partnerships for Ocean County’s neighbors.”

Fulfill’s People’s Pantry, also housed at The B.E.A.T. Center is cur rently serving over 105 families a day, five days a week.

The B.E.AT. Center is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Anyone needing assistance may do so by calling 732-731-1400.

Send your community events to news@jerseyshoreonline.com

─Photo courtesy Fulfill Pictured, from left: Dorothea Bongiovi, Founder & Program Director, JBJ Soul Kitchen; Lauren Holman, Chair, Fulfill Board of Directors; Jon Bon Jovi, Board Chairman, JBJ Soul Foundation; and Triada Stampas, President and CEO, Fulfill.

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PROFESSIONAL PAINTER FOR HIRE

Around The Jersey Shore Ocean County Veterans Day Parade Set For November 11

• Specialize in small jobs and remodels • Interior and exterior • High quality work • Affordable • Neat work and clean-up • FREE ESTIMATES CHAD PAYNE | CALL OR TEXT 512-585-0319

The overwhelming majority of all Nursing and Rehabilitation centers in Ocean County are owned by large corporations with many buildings.

Rose Garden is independently owned and operated. One single home..How refreshing!

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TOMS RIVER – The 2022 Ocean County Veterans Day Parade will be held on Veterans Day, November 11 in downtown Toms River.

The parade begins at 9:45 a.m. at the Toms River Shopping Center on Route 37, proceeding south on Main Street (Route 166) and then east onto Washington Street.

The parade will feature numerous military vehicles, elected officials, civic groups, first responders, local high school marching bands and a showcase of vintage cars.

After the parade, there will be a ceremony held outside Toms River’s Town Hall at 33 Washington Street. The post-parade ceremony will feature speakers and honored guests, a rifle salute, and the placing of the wreath on the Veteran’s monument.

Mayor Maurice B. Hill stated, “On Veterans Day we honor all those men and women who chose to dedicate their lives to a cause greater than themselves- the de-

fense of our great nation and our precious freedoms. While military service is often temporary, one is a veteran FOREVER! The sacrifice of service to the country often shaped the future of those who serve.

Courage, Honor and Commitment are not merely ‘buzz words’ but a code that is forever part of a veteran’s DNA. To all who have served, we honor and salute you for personal sacrifices for the freedoms we are fortunate to enjoy in this great country we all call AMERICA.” Plan to join in demonstrating our support and never-ending appreciation of our military veterans, active military and their families.

There is no rain date. If foul weather is forecast the student participation will be canceled at 5 p.m. the day prior to the parade. If the parade is canceled, a ceremony will take place in Town Hall in the L. Manuel Hirshblond Meeting Room at 10 a.m.

Library Hosts ‘Write-Ins’ During National Novel Writing Month TOMS RIVER – Have a story that needs telling? Ever hear, “You should w r i t e a b o o k ? ” We l l , n ow’s yo u r chance. November is National Novel Wr iti ng Month. T he Ocean Cou nt y Library Toms River Branch will host two “write-ins” for aspiring authors.

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2 p.m. November 5 2 p.m. November 16

Join other scribes, age 18 and up, and cheer each other on during the informal writing sessions. Aspiring and professional writers of all genres and levels are welcome. Participants can take advantage of provided prompts, or can forge their own paths.

Wr it e r s a re e ncou r age d t o br i ng works in prog ress. All par ticipants

should bring paper and pen or a laptop.

Test your linguistic mettle in a 10- to 15-minute “word sprint.”

NaNoWriMo is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit orga n i zat ion t hat suppor t s w r it i ng f luency with tools, structure, encouragement, and com mu nit y. Since its inception in 1999, the challenge of National Novel Writing Month is to pen 50,000 words of a novel in 30 days.

Writers who register at nanowrimo. org can take part in discussions, track p r og r e s s , a nd b e c ome el ig i ble for special prizes by reaching the 50,000word goal.

Regist ration at theoceancount ylibrar y.org/events is required for this free program. For more information, visit the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, or call 732-349-6200.

Ocean County Parks Announces New Trail App OCEA N COU NT Y – “Don’t hi ke alone...take your phone!” Introducing t he Tr ai l Tr a cke r App t o help you pinpoint your location on the trails of Ocean County. Follow the link to download: bit.ly/OceanCountyTrailTracker.

NOTE: This web app was created to

assist park visitors. It is currently in a beta test and may not completely, accurately depict information. To better improve this app and user experience, let Ocean County Parks & Recreation know your feedback here: OCParks@ co.ocean.nj.us.

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

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This mother swan finds a way to protect her muted baby from surrounding prey by mounting it on her back. Baby swans are typically dusky grey all over with a soft, fluffy coat and grey-black bill. They do not turn white until year 2. This swan was born white and had a challenge in survival. (Photo by Nicholas Giglio) Want to see your pic in this space? Email photos@jerseyshoreonline.com

Point Pleasant Beach Police Now Hiring POI NT PLEASANT BEACH – Point Pleasant Beach Police is now hiring par t-time dispatchers.

Interested applicants must submit a resume, letter of interest and appli-

cant infor mation for m (for m on website) to: recr uitment@pointbeach.org or contact Lt. Scott Nase at snase@ p oi ntb e a ch.org, 732- 892- 050 0 ext.

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PPB Recreation Committee Meeting POINT PLEASANT BEACH – Come meet new friends and help create fun ways to provide accessible, affordable, and qualify programs, activities, and

services to our community of kids and kids at heart!

Meeting is on November 28 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Borough Hall 2nd Floor.

Annual Holly Berry Bazaar ORTLEY BEACH – St. Elisabeth’s Chapel by the Sea, 7 3 rd Avenue Ortley Beach, will be hosting its annual Holly Berry Bazaar on November 5 from 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. and November 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be holiday items, granny’s attic, collectibles, a gift basket raff le and baked goods.

Greenbriar Woodlands Flea Market & Craft Show TOMS RIVER – Greenbriar Woodlands Flea Market & Craft Show will be on November 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No early

birds. Greenbriar Woodlands Clubhouse is located at 1 Kensington Circle, Toms River.

For more information, call 732-341-4259.

Additional Costs: Crematory Fee, Urns, Disposition Of Cremains & Certified Copies Of Death Certificates, Permit, Removal Assist. & Mileage, Viewings Or Memorial Services

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The Brick Times, November 5, 2022, Page 31

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of nov 5 - nov 11

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The phrase, “to know you, is to love you,” may fit you to a tee in the coming week. Form attachments with trustworthy, reliable companions rather than pursuing a hot new prospect who seems too good to be true.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You can be creative even if you paint by numbers. Pursue activities that allow you to express yourself and use to your advantage in the week ahead. A glimmer of romance might point the way to more intimacy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If someone opposes your decisions, remember that a gentle word may be the place to start. If you’ve been thinking someone wants a relationship with no strings attached, you may find that ties have become desirable.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may enjoy the “sounds of silence” as the week unfolds. It might be what is left unsaid between you and a loved one, that is most significant.

You and a partner could be in agreement about your joint ambitions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): This is a week when you can share dreams and explore possibilities with a special someone. You might meet someone who talks the talk but that’s about all there is.

Something you learn can become an asset.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Rather than mindlessly performing routines in the upcoming week, try viewing every task as an opportunity that could have surprises tucked inside. Contemplate your romantic dreams and their possibilities.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A messenger of love may send you a note in the coming week. The more thoughtful and romantic you are, the more likely you will enjoy the message. You may be considering whether to put your heart on the line.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You would be wealthy if understanding and imagination were money. Use vivid imagery to plant the seeds of romance in someone’s heart. This might be a good week to hire a new assistant or start a new job.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): All’s fair in love and war, but your wallet is a different matter. You could be overly generous in the week ahead but are willing to work hard to achieve more. A kindly act might be repaid when least expected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Rise above righteous indignation and other forms of judgment. You may entertain ideas of great value as the week unfolds, so keep a list handy and jot them down. Use your insights and empathy to understand others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It may be easier than usual to collaborate with others. You might be conscientious about honoring the rules but a pushover when loved ones request special exceptions. Discuss key plans with a loved one.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might be blessed with a new acquaintance who understands your romantic dreams. A convenient change to your income or an unexpected financial improvement might be yours in the weeks to come.

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DIY PEANUT BUTTER CUPS ARE EASY, KID-FRIENDLY

By America’s Test Kitchen

DIY PEANUT BUTTER CUPS Makes 24 mini cups

12 ounces milk chocolate 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 3 tablespoons confectioners’ (powdered) sugar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces and softened 1/8 teaspoon salt 1. Line 24-cup mini-muffin tin with 24 paper liners.

2. Place chocolate in a large zipper-lock plastic bag and seal, removing as much air as possible from the bag. Use a rolling pin to gently pound chocolate into small pieces.

3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, add half of the pounded chocolate. Heat in the microwave at 50% power for 1 minute. Use a rubber spatula to stir chocolate. Return to the microwave and heat at 50% power until melted, about 1 minute longer. Remove bowl from microwave (bowl will be hot). Use a rubber spatula to stir chocolate until completely melted and smooth.

4. Pour melted chocolate into one quart-size zipper-lock bag. Push chocolate to one corner of the bag and twist the top. Use scissors to snip 1/8 inch off the corner of the filled bag.

5. Pipe chocolate in spiral in each muffin-tin cup, working from outside in, to cover the bottom of the liner. Take a break every six cups and gently tap the pan on the counter to even out the layer of chocolate. Transfer muffin tin to the freezer and freeze for 15 minutes.

6. Meanwhile, add peanut butter to a second

small microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave until warm, about 1 minute. Remove bowl from microwave (bowl will be hot).

7. Add confectioners’ sugar, butter, and salt to warmed peanut butter and use a clean rubber spatula to stir until well combined. Fill a second quart-size zipper-lock bag with peanut butter mixture. Use scissors to snip 1/8 inch off the corner of the filled bag.

8. Remove muffin tin from the freezer. Pipe peanut butter mixture over the chilled chocolate layer in each muffin-tin cup in a spiral to cover the chocolate layer. Take a break every six cups and gently tap the pan on the counter to even out the layer of peanut butter.

9. Add remaining pounded chocolate to the bowl used to melt chocolate. Heat in the microwave at 50% power for 1 minute. Use a rubber spatula to stir chocolate. Return to the microwave and heat at 50% power until melted, about 1 minute longer. Remove bowl from microwave (bowl will be hot). Use a rubber spatula to stir chocolate until completely melted and smooth.

10. Fill a third quart-size zipper-lock bag with melted chocolate. Use scissors to snip1/8 inch off the corner of the filled bag.

11. Pipe melted chocolate on top of the peanut butter layer in each muffin-tin cup in a spiral to cover the peanut butter layer. Take a break every six cups and gently tap the pan on the counter to even out the layer of chocolate.

12. Transfer muffin tin back to the freezer and chill for 30 minutes. Remove muffin tin from the freezer and remove peanut butter cups from the pan. Serve. (Peanut butter cups can be refrigerated in an airtight storage container for up to two weeks).

(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2022 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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