2023-11-25 - The Toms River Times

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New Banners Honor Sacrifices Of Local Hometown Heroes

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November 25, 2023

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Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Eight Hometown Hero Banners line Washington Street in remembrance of local fallen and missing service members.

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By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – Washington Street now has a new sight to behold, with a display of eight banners honoring the community’s hometown heroes.

The inaugural series honors Toms River’s

fallen and missing service members with banners hung high on street poles on both sides of the street. Each display features the veteran’s name, photo, branch of service, and circumstances leading to their hometown hero designation.

Toms River spokesperson Art Gallagher said that Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill and Business Administrator Lou Amoruso entrusted him with the task in July of identifying bios and photos of local veterans who had been killed in action

or who were missing in action.

The task, however, proved to be more challenging than it might have appeared at face value.

Several databases document casualties and those (Heroes - See Page 4)

Golf Course Earns Profit In 2023

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – The municipal golf course at Bey Lea earned more than $2 million this year, Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill said recently.

Often, municipally-run golf courses are like other recreation in towns – they are a service to make things better for residents firstly and profit

is secondary.

Hill said at a recent Township Council meeting that 2023 might be one of the only times that this has been self-liquidating, meaning that it brought in more money than it cost to run.

“It’s been an outstanding year and they’ve done a great job out there,” he said.

Hill noted that the course would soon close for the winter to give it time to rebound from use and for staff to do projects that can’t be done when there are golfers on the course.

Meeting Changes The meetings in December will be moved from 6 p.m. to 5 p.m., a change officials started

years ago to facilitate holiday shopping. Additionally, the meetings are changed from the second and fourth Wednesdays to the first and third Wednesdays. Meetings are held upstairs in the municipal building.

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gratulated the town’s assistant township attorney, Anthony Merlino, who was tapped by Gov. Phil Murphy to be a Superior Court judge.

“It’s a testament to Mr. Merlino and his work ethic,” McGuckin said.

“I’m sure he will serve with great distinction on the bench here in Ocean County.”

Photo courtesy Henry Verdon’s family Henry Verdon remains missing.

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – It’s been 10 years since a loved one saw Henry Edward Verdon, and his family still has a number of questions.

He was last seen on July 3, 2014. A friend d ropped him off at the Toms River bus station, said Suzanne Wold, his niece. She lives in Minnesota but contacted this newspaper to see if anyone has a hint as to his whereabouts.

Verdon, known by the nickname “Bootsie,” is an Ar my veteran who frequented veteran administration hospitals. He suffers from bipolar disorder and left home without h is med icat ion. He had no cell phone.

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wearing a black and silver Harley Davidson jacket and blue jeans, she said. He is described as white with gray hair, blue eyes, about 5’8”, and roughly 180 lbs.

“The VA hospitals have all been notified should he show up,” she said. “We will be going into his 10th year that he is missing and still nothing. We have been in contact with the detectives at the Berkeley Township Police Department and Henry’s brother has submitted DNA. My dad is 93 and would like to have some kind of closure on his whereabouts.”

The family is still wondering if there were cameras at the Toms River bus station that could have recorded him.

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of ‘service over self,’ said Hill. “It behooves us to honor these men and women and to inspire future generations to serve their county.”

missing from numerous conflicts involving American soldiers. However, there doesn’t appear to be a comprehensive and searchable repository providing detailed information that matches names and last known addresses.

“We made an announcement on the Township’s Facebook page asking readers who knew of vets who were killed in action or missing in action from Toms River to contact me,” shared Gallagher. “I did extensive internet searches and looked through news clips.”

Gallagher said he also consulted the Toms River Veterans Commission to see if they could help with the names of Hometown Hero candidates. He also enlisted the assistance of Direct Development, the Township’s Public Relations firm, to identify biographies and accompanying photographs.

“They came up with twelve names but only eight photos,” Gallagher said. “These represent the eight individuals on the banners we commissioned and the bios published on the Facebook page and website.”

“Mayor Hill would like for us to commission more banners before he leaves office if we can get photos and bios,” continued Gallagher.

“His focus is on honoring veterans killed in action or missing in action. Anyone who wishes to submit a name for consideration should email me at agallagher@tomsrivertownship.com.

Going forward, the project’s future may hinge on the direction of the new administration in 2024 when Mayor-elect Daniel Rodrick assumes office. Notably, some towns create Hometown Hero banners from a pool of all local veterans.

Ocean County has an estimated 37,000 to 45,000 veterans, so the number of veterans in Toms River could be quite high. However, the United States Census Bureau stopped collecting data on veteran status in 2000, making it difficult to know for sure.

Hill served active duty in the Navy and retired from the Navy Reserves as a Rear Admiral.

His determination to honor the fallen and missing is critical to his legacy.

“Our veterans, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, embody the virtue

Toms River’s First Eight Hometown Heroes For in-depth information about the first eight individuals chosen as Toms River’s Hometown Heroes, please refer to the township’s website and Facebook page. However, key highlights are summarized below.

George Howard Glawson, Jr., born on January 18, 1950, in Toms River, graduated from Toms River High School. He joined the US Army and achieved the rank of Warrant Officer.

Deployed to Vietnam on February 16, 1971, Glawson served in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment and was involved with the INFANT system. Tragically, he lost his life on June 1, 1971, while piloting a UH-1H helicopter during a nighttime maintenance test flight.

The aircraft exploded in mid-air, possibly due to a malfunction or artillery hit.

In his honor, an outdoor memorial at Toms River High School South was dedicated in 2001, commemorating Glawson and other graduates who lost their lives during the Vietnam War. Born on March 20, 1945, Charles Fairchild Godfrey graduated from Toms River High School in 1963. After attending Monmouth College, Godfrey enlisted in the US Army and reached the rank of Specialist 4. He commenced his tour of duty on September 28, 1963.

At the age of 24, Godfrey, serving as an Army Intelligence Analyst, lost his life in a helicopter crash caused by hostile fire in Quang Tri Province, South Vietnam, on January 1, 1970. At the time, he was with the 5th Infantry Division, 1st Brigade.

His legacy lives on as one of the graduates commemorated in an outdoor Vietnam Memorial dedicated at Toms River High School South, the original high school in town.

Gary Edward Jensen, born on April 22, 1949, graduated from Rahway High School in 1967 and subsequently moved to Toms River with his family.

Before joining the US Army in March 1969, Jensen worked at Purolator Products in Rahway. Attaining the rank of Specialist

4, he served with Company C, 3rd Battalion, 12th Infantry, 4th Infantry Division. Tragically, on August 25, 1970, at the age of 21, Jensen lost his life when his helicopter was shot down, with all occupants perishing in the crash.

Jensen, a machine gunner, had a commendable military record, earning accolades such as the Bronze Star Medal, the Air Medal, Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Army Commendation Medal for Heroism with Oak Leaf Cluster, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, United States Air Medal, and the Purple Heart.

Jensen’s legacy endures as a brave soldier who completed over 35 missions in service to his country.

A Toms River native who graduated from Toms River South in 1965, Thomas Edward Lilley was born on January 30, 1947.

Lilley enlisted in the US Army in 1966 and achieved the rank of Specialist 4. He was assigned to Vietnam as part of the Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 25th Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, tragically losing his life in action on February 19, 1968.

Lilley’s bravery was acknowledged with numerous awards, including the Bronze Star, the Vietnam Campaign Ribbon, the Vietnam Military Merit Medal, the Sharpshooter Badge with Rifle Bar, the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, and the Purple Heart.

Tom, the oldest of eight siblings, was a caring big brother. Fondly remembered by his family, he played a significant role in the lives of his brothers and sisters. Despite the heartbreak caused by his death, Tom’s legacy endured, inspiring his siblings to service.

Charles W. Kelly, born on January 11, 1928, originally from Toms River, later made his home in Willingboro, NJ, with his family.

Having enlisted in the US Navy in 1946, Kelly achieved the rank of lieutenant. His service led him to Vietnam, where he served aboard a naval repair ship. Tragically, on January 17, 1967, Kelly lost his life in action. His final resting place is at Riverside Cemetery in Toms River.

Born October 10, 1946, Peter Gary Scavuzzo was the second of four boys from Toms River to William and Ann Scavuzzo.

Affectionately nicknamed “Scooz,” he attended Toms River High School and demonstrated an early commitment to service by enlisting in the US Marine Corps before completing his high school education.

After graduation, Scavuzzo went through Boot Camp at Parris Island, SC, and served with H Company, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division.

Deployed to Vietnam in August 1965, he achieved the Lance Corporal (LCPL/E3) rank and served as an infantryman.

Tragically, on March 4, 1966, during the first day of Operation Utah in Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam, Scavuzzo lost his life in an attack on North Vietnamese troops.

Richard L. McClain, born June 28, 1948, relocated to Toms River with his family at age eight. He had twin brothers, Donald and Daniel, and graduated from Toms River High School in 1966.

Opting to study chemistry at Rutgers University, McClain left after a year and a half to join the workforce at Toms River Chemical Company, later known as Ciba-Geigy.

Drafted into the US Army, McClain reached the Private First Class (PFC) rank and served with C Company, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division. Tragically, he lost his life in action on September 30, 1968.

The most recent soldier known to have died in service for his country and recognized as a Toms River Hometown Hero was James W. Harvey II. An Army Sergeant, Harvey died at the age of 23 while serving in Ghazni Province, Afghanistan, on June 20, 2011.

Born in Livingston and formerly a resident of Clark, Sergeant Harvey, the sole Hometown Hero not to have served in the Vietnam War, has been posthumously honored with a Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his remarkable bravery.

Having spent ten years in Clark, where he graduated from Arthur L. Johnson High School, Jimmy, as he was affectionately known, relocated to Toms River with his family four years before his death.

Harvey was a proud member of the 2nd Battalion, 2nd Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, based in Fort Knox, Kentucky.

Will Warm Autumn Give Way To Harsh Winter?

By Alyssa Riccardi NEW JERSEY – For the past three winters, La Niña weather patterns have brought record-low snowfall to New Jersey.

This winter, forecasters have confirmed an El Niño weather pattern which could potentially bring lots of snow for the first time in years.

Dr. David A. Robinson, New Jersey State Climatologist and Rutgers University Professor, described how the last couple of winters brought little to no snow.

“Last winter in particular was mild and snow free for south Jersey. It was the least snowy winter on record, and we go back to 1895’s winter. When you get to the central and northern counties it was definitely one of the 10 least snowy winters,” Robinson said.

“There was low snow fall, mild temperatures.

We had two cold blasts. In and out quickly, in December and February. But nothing stuck, we had no long periods of cold weather. It was also a quiet winter, not many coastal storms.”

“The winter before was an interesting one.

It wasn’t particularly snowy and stormy, but there were two storms that affected south Jersey, one in early January and one in late January. Again though, not exceptionally cold and snowy outside of those two events in January. We’ve not been challenged all that much the last three winters,” Robinson added.

In recent years, the autumn season has been nowhere close to “sweater weather,” with temperatures sometimes reaching into the 70s or even 80s. Robinson explained how despite the

warming winters, they have yet to see it affect the average snowfall in New Jersey.

“The one thing we’ve found, despite our winters warming, we’re on the average - not getting less snow because we’re still getting big snow events. In coastal New Jersey, if you’re getting 18 inches of snow in a storm, that’s 2/3 or more of your average annual snow fall. So, it only takes one event to sometimes make a memorable winter,” Robinson said.

El Niño is characterized by unusually warm ocean temperatures in the Equatorial Pacific and influences conditions in the tropics. The climate pattern can impact the weather all over the world.

Robinson said El Niño has some influence in the mid-Atlantic but not all too much.

“When it comes to winters during these El Niño periods, some are stronger and some are weaker. Each one has its own personality.

Therefore, no two are alike in the middle latitudes. It’s rare to get back-to-back El Niño winters,” Robinson said.

El Niño winters tend to favor a coastal storm track, nor’easters. Robinson explained how some of New Jersey’s biggest snow storms tend to come with nor’easters.

“The storm tracks off the coast throws moisture into New Jersey and if you can tap some cold air coming down from Canada you’ve got the ingredients for a snowstorm,” Robinson said. “We’ve had some memorable snow storms in El Niño winters, but some of our (Weather- See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 4 least snowy winters in New Jersey have been El Niño winters because despite the coastal storms we haven’t been able to get the cold air here in time.”

So how much snow is New Jersey expected to get this winter? According to Robinson, it’s hard to predict at this time.

“Essentially what we’re looking at for this winter, we worry about nor’easters, whether they’re wet or white because there’s coastal

flooding and beach erosion. So, we really need to keep an eye out for coastal storms this winter,” Robinson said. “It terms of getting hit with a big storm, the potential is there. But again, everything has to fall into place, the cold and the moisture.”

For coastal New Jersey, there’s even more factors that play a part to result in a big snow storm. If the winds turn onto the coast just a little bit from the east, you bring in enough warm air and it goes to rain, compared to inland where it’s snowing.

“With coastal New Jersey, it’s even more challenging because everyone who lives

along the coast knows it’s hard to maintain snowfall during a storm,” Robinson said. “So, if you think I know how much it’s going to snow this winter, if you think anyone knows how much it’s going to snow in coastal New Jersey, they don’t.”

Despite not knowing how much snow New Jersey will receive this year, Robinson said the state will definitely receive more snow than last year’s mild winter.

“The fact is, we need to be prepared. In an El Niño winter it really benefits to be prepared because we have in the past been hit with very significant snow storms. But

this should not be a persistently snowy, cold winter. That is not an El Niño signal,” Robinson said. “Even with the warming, we still haven’t gotten to the point where so many of our weather systems that in the past would have been snow, are now rain.

We have not reached that point yet here in central/north Atlantic. We’re beginning to see signs of that in the southern part of the country.”

“Although we cannot predict the exact amount of snow, we know we will have more snow than last year and it all depends on the El Niño weather pattern,” Robinson added.

“Christmas In Island Heights” House Tour ISLAND HEIGHTS – The Island Heights United Methodist Church will host its 37th “Christmas in Island Heights” House Tour and Holiday Boutique on December 2. Tickets for the House Tour (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) are $35 through December 1st and $40 on the day of the event.

A pop-up Holiday Boutique (9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) at the local elementary school will feature jewelry, artwork, accessories, and other unique handmade items from area artisans.

Appearing on the tour are six holiday-dressed homes in Island Heights, a historic riverside community and former Methodist Camp Meeting Ground. Known for its Victorian architecture, Island Heights offers an eclectic mix of old and new, and visitors will view a unique sampling on tour day.

Highlights include: a perfectly restored tur-

reted Victorian mansion on the Toms River waterfront built in 1896, an adorable 1954 cottage on Ocean Avenue, an impressive newly constructed bayfront home, and the Island Heights Cultural and Heritage Association’s Cottage Museum built in 1879, with its historically accurate depiction of life in an original Island Heights “Carpenter Gothic” two-story summer cottage. The cottage will be decorated in classic Victorian style with gold, rich reds, and deep greens, allowing guests to experience a festive Christmas celebration circa 1880.

In addition to the Holiday Boutique at the Island Heights Elementary School (115 Summit Avenue, Lake Avenue entrance), ticket holders have access to a craft show at the church (111 Ocean Avenue), which includes a bake sale. Guests can participate in a free drawing at the boutique

on tour day for the chance to win a Christmas collectible.

For a nominal fee, lunch will be served at the church from 12 to 4 p.m. and will include homemade Methodist Minestrone soup, sandwiches, and desserts. Breakfast is available at the church from 8 to 10:30 a.m. ($7 adults, $5 children), and guests can enjoy hot beverages and homemade sweets in one of two tearooms from 1 to 4 p.m. for $5.

On tour day, other Island Heights points of interest will open their doors, including the Ocean County Artists’ Guild; the Island Heights Library, the Ludlow Thorston Art Gallery, and the John F. Peto Studio Museum.

As part of these holiday festivities, the Church will host a Christmas Caroling Service and Community Blessing at 7:30 p.m. on house-

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Bill Would Promote Housing Stability Among Low-Income Veteran Families Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Cory Booker introduced the Supportive Services for National Guard and Reserve Component Veterans and Families Act, legislation that would expand the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program to include former members of the National Guard and Reserves who have retired or separated from service after having served a term of enlistment.

Established in 2011, the SSVF program promotes housing stability among very low-income veteran families who reside in or are t ransitioning to permanent housing. The program has helped decrease veteran homelessness by 50% and has assisted 850,000 veterans and their families by permanently housing, rapidly rehousing, or preventing them from becoming homeless. However, under the program’s current guidelines, many former members of the National Guard and Reserve Component who were not activated for federal active-duty military service while serving, are ineligible for the program.

“The SSVF program has provided

critical housing assistance to former servicemembers during their times of need, reducing veteran homelessness rates by 50 percent and assisting some of our most vulnerable veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Sen. Booker. “Yet, despite the program’s success, veterans of the National Guard and Reserves are unable to take advantage of its benefits even though they have sacrificed for this nation. This bill would remove this barrier, expanding eligibility to this vital program so that more veterans and their families can access the resources they deserve.”

“Reserve and National Guard service members stand ready to deploy at a moment’s notice to serve their country and state at home and abroad,” said David Pearson, Co-Chair NJ SOS Vet-

eran Stakeholders and Assistant Director Catholic Charities Veterans Services.

“We owe them and their families resources to ensure that none of them experience homelessness. NJ SOS Veteran Stakeholders and Catholic Charities thank Senator Booker for introducing legislating to expand Supportive Services for Very Low-Income Veteran Families (SSVF) to include those who have served in the National Guard and Reserves.”

In addition to expanding eligibility of the SSVF program, the legislation would also require the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report to Congress detailing food and housing insecurity experienced by current reserve component ser vice members, across all seven components of the Reserves and National Guard.

New Digital Platform To Modernize Veteran Services From The Desk Of Lt. Governor

Tahesha Way HOLMDEL – Acting Governor Tahesha Way announced the implementation phase of “Unite New Jersey Veterans” – a digital platform designed to empower frontline veteran service providers to quickly and securely refer New Jersey veterans to the resources and services they need. The platform will modernize the way veterans will be connected to assistance with benefits, employment, education, housing, and mental health programs.

Acting Governor Way said that Unite New Jersey Veterans will launch on January 1, 2024 and connect service providers throughout the state. “Unite New Jersey Veterans will streamline the process for veterans and military families seeking access to the care and benefits they have earned.”

Unite New Jersey Veterans will enable

hospitals, social ser vice agencies, and other case managers to send and receive secure electronic referrals and records to help improve health outcomes and otherwise address the needs of veterans and their families through this shared technol-

ogy platform.

Following a planning period in coordination with the New Jersey Office of Information Technology and Department of the Treasury, the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is now beginning to on-board and train providers so that they can start using Unite New Jersey Veterans on January 1, 2024.

“The number of people and organizations wanting to help veterans inspires me daily,” said Brig. Gen. Lisa J. Hou, Commissioner of Military and Veterans Affairs and The Adjutant General of New Jersey. “This digital referral network is a way to further empower them in support of our heroes.”

The implementation of this secure digital platform was made possible through legislative support for a $3 million state appropria-

tion in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget Governor Phil Murphy signed earlier this year.

“We provided this support because we believe in our veterans and we want to ensure they receive the support and assistance they have earned,” said Senate President Nick Scutari, who sponsored the legislative resolution in the Senate providing $3 million to implement the Unite New Jersey Veterans digital platform. “This platform is a centralized source that allows veterans and their families to more easily obtain available resources for their benefits, including employment assistance, housing and mental health programs. We honor the sacrifices of the men and women who have served our country by ensuring they have easy access to these vital services.”

“Members of our Armed Forces make tremendous sacrifices to uphold our nation’s freedom and we have a moral obligation to provide them access to the broadest array of services available,” said Assemblywoman Cleopatra Tucker, Chair of the Assembly Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee and sponsor of the legislative resolution in the Assembly providing $3 million to implement this digital platform. “With this new digital

platform, service providers can match New Jersey veterans with the resources that best fit their needs. I look forward to seeing the impact this platform has on our veteran community in the months and years ahead.”

“Navigating the complexities of identifying, applying for and obtaining veteran benefits can be quite challenging,” said Phil Pesano, NJ Vietnam Veterans of America State Council President. “To that end, I commend Governor Murphy and Acting Governor Way for this proposed gateway to lessening those challenges and look forward to learning more to share with my fellow brother and sister veterans.”

“The State of New Jersey is implementing a major improvement in the way veterans obtain services with this new easier access to benefits system,” said Colonel Nelson L. Mellitz USAF, Ret., Jewish War Veterans.

“We look forward to using this centralized system for veterans to obtain much needed and earned services.”

“On this Veterans Day we remember all who lost their lives but we honor all our veterans and those serving now. We are veterans serving veterans,” said Larry Bishop, Commander American Legion Department of New Jersey.

Season Of Light With Star Talk At Robert J. Novins Planetarium TOMS RIVER – Season Of Light explores the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. It’s an exploration of the astronomical meanings behind seasonal traditions, including

the “star over Bethlehem.” It’s an elegant and sophisticated program about the coldest and darkest of seasons – a time which holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year.

The show recounts the historical religious

and cultural rituals practiced during the time of winter solstice – not only Christian and Jewish but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican and Hopi.

After the movie, the live presenter will give you a tour of what you can see in

the skies above NJ. Recommended for ages 7 and over. is on December 23 at 7 p.m. at Robert J. Novins Planetarium. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit ocean. edu/planetarium.

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BETTER SLEEP FOR BETTER VISION The benefits of a good night’s sleep (or more accurately, consistently sleeping well) are almost too many to list. For some, sleep may seem like wasted time, but the reality is that while our bodies are at rest, our brains are still active—and so are our eyes.

When we dream, we enter the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep and our eyes move continuously during this time, and they move fast! These eye movements are called “saccades,” and they are the fastest movements the body is able to perform. Lack of quality sleep can lead to vision problems including popped blood vessels (these are what make your eyes look red and streaky), eye spasms, and chronic dry eye.

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It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play TOMS RIVER – It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play by Joe Landry; Original Music by Kevin Connors.

The Exit 82 Family is thrilled to bring back our holiday tradition! This beloved holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of an idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers all of his blessings one fateful Christmas Eve. Show Dates: December 15 at 8 p.m.

December 16 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

December 17 at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $30 for adults, $28 for seniors (age 60 and up), and $28 for kids (age 12 and under). All shows take place at the Exit 82 Studio Theater at 73 Main Street in downtown Toms River. Bar 82 will be open at these performances serving spirits, wine, and beer. Concessions will be available for purchase. Masks are recommended for all patrons regardless of vaccination status against COVID-19. Parking is available at street meters or in the parking lots on Irons Street and Hyers Street.

GPAA Holiday Craft Fair

TOMS RIVER – Mark your calendars for the inaugural Grunin Performing Arts Academy Holiday Craft Fair on December 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ocean County College Campus, HPEC,

Building 29.

Over 35 vendors, as well as food and beverages. Performances by talented high school students. A great way to kick off the holiday season!

TRAC Holiday Bazaar

TOMS RIVER – Join the TRAC Artists for their yearly Holiday Bazaar on November 25 from 12 to 6 p.m. at 40 Main Street, Toms River Local artists will be setting up in the Gallery on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. They will have 10 to 15 vendors set up, plus all of their regular works will be on display as well. Keep your

hard earned money in town this holiday season!

This is a family, friendly event. The studio is in a 100% ADA compliant facility.

For more information, visit facebook.com/ groups/TomsRiverArtistCommunity or contact them at tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com

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

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Angelic Health Hospice Care Names New Brick Administrator

Photo courtesy Angelic Health BRICK – Faithe Bland, CALA, TRS CDP, has been named the Administrator for the Brick office of Angelic Health Hospice Care. In this position, she oversees day-to-day functioning of the office which serves Ocean, Middlesex, and Monmouth counties working collaboratively with the hospice team to ensure they offer excellent services to patients and their families.

Bland has worked in the senior living and healthcare industry for 30-plus years. Her experience includes positions as Business Development Manager and a Memory Care Dementia Coach with AzlBetter, Administrator for several adult medical day care centers; Director of Community Relations at Brandywine Living; and a Sales and Marketing Representative with Hackensack Meridian Health System just to name a few.

“Faithe’s experience in a variety of healthcare organizations is an asset to the organization and to the communities we serve,” said Angelic CEO Dan Mikus, MSW, MBA.

Bland holds a Master of Arts degree in Recreation Administration with a Certification in Therapeutic Recreation from Kean University, and a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources with a Concentration in Business from the University of Delaware.

She resides in Toms River in a multi-generational home, with her 81-year-old mother and her 22-year-old son, Matthew. She has a 10 lb., 10-year-old Shih-poo, Coby and Matthew’s 100 lb., 3-year-old German shepard, Turbo. Bland can be found on her boat that she shares with her son, fishing, and has been going to Bradley Beach since she was three. Country music and line dancing is one of her biggest passions along with working out and lifting weights daily.

Angelic Health provides hospice, palliative, memory care, primary care medicine, and telehealth service and is headquartered in West Atlantic City, NJ with offices in Brick, Wenonah, NJ, Myrtle Beach, SC and Blue Bell, PA.

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Toms River - 732.349.1922 | Whiting - 732.350.0003 Photo courtesy Toms River Township TOMS RIVER – John Molinari’s family and friends threw him a surprise party on November 8 at the community center in Greenbriar Woodlands, where he has lived since 1996.

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Photos courtesy Manchester Schools Members of the Whiting Elementary School’s Interact Club recently teamed up with Manchester Township High School’s Habitat for Humanity students for the first cleanup of the Children’s Memorial Garden located in Toms River Township.

MANCHESTER – Members of the Whiting Elementary School’s Interact Club teamed up with Manchester Township High School’s Habitat for Humanity students recently for the first Children’s Memorial Garden cleanup of the school year.

The students were tasked with pulling the summer flowers, planting bulbs and decorating the garden. They happily went

about their work as a team regardless of the chill in the November air. The Garden looks beautiful for visitors during the holiday season.

The Children’s Memorial Garden is a unique and peaceful retreat located at Winding River Park in Toms River Township. It is maintained by the community through The Compassionate Friends of Ocean County group.

Career Academy Open Houses Begin November 28

TOMS RIVER – From Arts to Business to STEAM to JROTC, informative open houses are taking place soon for all of the Career Academy programs.

Arts Academy – November 26 at 6 p.m.

High School North Auditorium

Business Academy – November 29 at 6 p.m.

High School South Cafetorium STEAM Academy – November 30 at 6 p.m.

High School East Cafetorium JROTC Academy – December 5 at 6 p.m.

High School North Media Center

Photos With Santa At Cattus Island TOMS RIVER – Free photos with Santa, family and pets photo op on December 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cattus Island County Park Lecture Room in Nature Center.

Bring your own camera, and one of Santa’s helpers will be on hand to take your perfect holiday photo. All pets must be on a leash. No registration. First come, first served.

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Captain’s Closet Opens at High School North

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Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – High School North held a Grand Opening November 8 for The Captain’s Closet free thrift store. The store is the result of a collaboration between Matthew DeRiggi and the student store he helps operate; Jacqueline Powell and her community-based instruction students; Kodi Sohl and her media center student volunteers and CAP students; and the generous staff and students who have donated items.

The Captain’s Closet provides free clothing, shoes, hygiene products, coats, gloves and more to all HSN students.

“Mrs. Powell’s students have worked incredibly hard to organize, clean, hang and perfect the displays in the store,” said Sohl.

The community-based instruction students learn valuable work readiness skills in the process of preparing and maintaining the

store.

“It has been a great opportunity for my students to learn relevant job skills,” said Powell. “We have worked really hard to get here.”

The store has been in the works for a couple of years and has moved locations a few times before finding its permanent home in the Mariner Media Center.

“Thanks to the work of Mrs. Sohl and the media center volunteers and CAP students, and Mrs. Powell and her classes, the Captain’s Closet is everything I envisioned it could be,” said DeRiggi, who spearheaded the project and coordinated donations of clothing and display racks.

The Captain’s Closet and Mariner Media Center are open every school day from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

2023 Jingle Bells Run In Historic Downtown Toms River TOMS RIVER – The 24th Annual Jingle Bell Run will be held on December 3, along a relatively flat course through downtown Toms River and scenic neighborhoods.

All proceeds will provide scholarships for students in our local high schools. A scholarship will also be awarded to a collegiate student seeking a degree in a Law Enforcement-related field, in memory of Det. Mark Catalano TRPD #187. A portion

of this year’s monies will also be donated to RWJ Barnabas Health Field of Dreams.

Bring your friends! Bring your family!

Bring on the festivities!

Kiddie Dash - 2:45 p.m.

1-Mile Fun Run - 3 p.m.

Jingle Bells 5K run - 3:30 p.m.

For more information, visit tomsriverpolicefoundation.org/jingle-bells-run.

Downtown Winter Wonderland TOMS RIVER – Join Downtown Toms River for their 3rd annual Winter Wonderland Event taking place on December 2 and 9 from 12 to 6 p.m. at 33 Washington Street, Downtown Toms River!

Enjoy: handcrafted gifts, family activities, caroling, holiday music, face painting, ornament painting, holiday story time, and more!

For more information, visit downtowntomsriver.com.

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No better way to enjoy the holiday season then Lancaster and Hershey Pennsylvania. This is the ultimate Holiday Package to get you into the holiday spirit. This trip will include 2 Nights stay at the beautiful Eden Resort & Suites, 3 Holiday shows a visit to Kitchen Kettle Amish Village, Train ride with Santa, Sweet Hershey Lights and 2 dinners.Hershey Sweet Lights features two miles of fields and wooded trails decorated with nearly 600 illuminated, animated displays with unique themes created from about 2 million LED lights. People may recognize some familiar Hershey park rides and The 12 Days of Christmas transformed into large light displays at the beginning of the experience. Enjoy this adventure while seated on the bus. Includes Lunch & Center Orchestra Seat.

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JAN. 6 MJ THE MUSICAL

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JAN. 17 A BEAUTIFUL NOISE THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL

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MAR. 4 THE PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW AT THE CONVENTION CENTER

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Includes Lunch Before Show & Orchestra Seat. He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is finally on Broadway in a brand-new musical. Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, and created by Tony Award winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson into legendary status. Turn it up, Broadway.

Includes Lunch Before Show & Orchestra Seat. With his first break into songwriting in the 1960s and his meteoric rise in the 1970s, and plenty of crushing disappointments and heart-stopping triumphs along the way, Neil Diamond has maintained an almost unthinkable level of superstardom for five straight decades. How did a poor Jewish kid from Brooklyn become one of the most universally adored showmen of all time? There’s only one way to tell it: a musical set to his era-defining smash hits that entranced the world.Including a score of Diamond’s most beloved songs.

Includes Lunch On The Iconic Moshulu. The Philadelphia Flower Show at the Convention Center.Today we begin are journey with a beautiful 3 course lunch on the The iconic Moshulu. The “legendary” Moshulu is indeed the world’s oldest and largest square rigged sailing vessel still afloat. She is in fact the one and only restaurant venue on a Tall Ship today in the World. Built by William Hamilton & Co., Port of Glasgow, Scotland in 1904 for the G.J.H Siemers Co. of Hamburg, Germany as the four-masted barque Kurt. This “state-ofthe-art” sailing ship was the finest and latest of man’s achievement in the world’s shipbuilding industry for the construction of bulk or packaged cargo sailing ships. After lunch we make are way to the Philadelphia Convention Center for the 2024 Annual Flower Show.

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APR. 16 MENOPAUSE 2 CRUISING THOUGH ‘THE CHANGE’ THE MUSICAL AT TROPICANA $110/pp

The sequel to the international hit: Menopause The Musical. Includes $25 Slot Play, $20 Food Voucher, Show. Set five years after the original, this new musical finds our original characters aboard a cruise ship, reuniting for more high jinks on the high seas. All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail.

APR 27 - MAY 3, 2024 7 DAY GREAT RIVER RACE ADVENTURE

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MAY 20-26 6 DAY GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE

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Package Includes: 6 nights hotel stay, Belle of Cincinnati Riverboat, Louisville Slugger Museum, Maryland Lock and Dam, Bourbon Tasting. Please call for complete details.

Includes 3 nights at Dolly Parton’s DreamMore Resort. Travel though Virginia passing the beautiful mountain landscape of this region with movies & games as we make are way to Virginia for our first night. The next day we arrive in Pigeon Forge,TN. While Visiting we will enjoy The Hollywood Car Museum, Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery taste & tour, Lumberjack feud Show. We check in for 3 nights To the beautiful Dolly Parton’s DreamMore Resort. Each night in Pigeon Forge will included dinner and a live show. Highlights to include Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery and Tour, 3 Hr. Step on Guided Tour of The Great Smokey Mountains National Park, Free time in town at your leisure, 4 live Shows, 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners. Package Includes 5 nights lodging, 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners, 4 Shows, And all listed attractions.

JULY 12-19 7 NIGHT BAHAMAS & A PREFECT DAY AT COCO

Royal Caribbean Symphony Of The Seas Luxury Liner arrives in Bayonne, New Jersey sailing 7 nights to the Caribbean. Visiting ports of call Orlando (Port Canaveral) FL, Nassau Bahamas, A Perfect Day at Coco Cay (Cruise lines private island). Package Includes: All onboard Meals & Nightly Entertainment, $50 per person on board credit, $50 Bonus Per person On board credit. All Port Fees And Taxes,Trip Insurance, Gratuities (Daily Cabin, Bus Driver, LongShoreman at Port), Round Trip Motor Coach Transportation Tour Manager. Category 4V Inside Cabin $1301/pp Dbl.Occ. Category 2D Midship Ocean Balcony $2107/pp Dbl.Occ. $250 Per Person Non Refundable Deposit, Balance Due Nov. 15,2023. DEPARTS FROM Toms River 8:30 / Brick,Target 9:00.

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Students Honor Veterans

Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Every year, Hooper Avenue Elementary honors Veterans Day with a grand ceremony, guest speakers, and breakfast. Students and staff showed their appreciation to veterans and thanked them for their service!

Very Merry Craft And Vendor Market TOMS RIVER – Come get into the holiday spirit! The East Dover Baptist Church is hosting their Very Merry Craft and Vendor Market on December 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Shop their amazing artisans and vendors throughout the lawn and grab a bite to eat

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Vendors: do not send any money to anyone online saying they are selling tables; They never take any payments other than a check written to the church.

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Here’s To Your Health Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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TOMS RIVER – The 2023 Event Season is here! They are currently accepting applications for the following: artists, hand crafters, food trucks, local small businesses, commercial vendors, nonprofits.

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• Small Business Saturday: November 25, district wide • Tree Lighting: December 1 on Washington Street • Winter Wonderland: December 2 and 9.

ESL Adult Night School Returns For Second Year

TOMS RIVER – Adults seeking to hone their English language skills have another opportunity to take night courses right here in the district.

ESL Adult Night returns for its second year,

with classes provided 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays evenings at High School North. Anyone interested can and should register at trschools.com, and priority is given to families of Toms River Regional School students.

Free Senior Transportation TOMS RIVER – Toms River Township is offering free transpiration for seniors to local stores, doctor’s appointments, to the Toms River Senior

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Here’s To Your Health Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

4 Plants That Are Poisonous To Pets

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

I generally speak to how plants and nature can help us feel better, but some of them aren’t so friendly. And some definitely aren’t pet-friendly.

Flowers are quite intriguing when you think about it. They keep us alive, keep us healthy, they produce oxygen and help the bees pollinate. And round and round our planet spins!

While there are hundreds of plants that can be found inside our homes and outside of them that pose a threat to our pet’s health. The following are some of the most toxic plants for our fur-babies.

1. Foxglove. This plant is absolutely stunning, but it is equally toxic to both dogs and cats (and horses). The vivid and bright colors of this flower might attract to you, but if you have pets, you may want to think twice before checking out. If enough is eaten, this plant can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, cardiac arrhythmias, cardiac failure and yes, even death. The prescription heart failure drug called Digoxin is made from digitalis which is extracted from this plant!

2. Lillies. Lilies of all sorts are toxic to cats and dogs, but symptoms are usually worse for our feline friends.

All parts of this vibrant plant are considered poisonous, even those lovely petals. If your cat drinks the water in this vase or if they get into the pollen of this flower, they might experience mild symptoms such as drooling, vomiting, changes in urination or diarrhea. Other more serious reactions are acute kidney

failure/problems, neurological issues, tremors, seizures, depression, inability to walk or limb weakness and even coma or death.

3. Mistletoe. While this plant offers a cozy and sentimental touch to your home this holiday season, you might want to ensure that this smooch-inspiring plant is kept out of reach of pets. This festive shrub can be toxic to dogs, especially the European variety (Viscum album), while the American variety (Phoradendron serotinum) is more toxic to cats. A pet may experience drooling, vomiting, abdominal pain, and other gastrointestinal irritations.

For me, mistletoe mixed with pets is a Ho-Ho-NO… Just get a fake one.

4. Oleander. This popular garden plant is toxic to all sorts of animals, but especially to dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, goats, cattle and sheep. This plant contains the toxic cardiac glycoside oleandrin. Symptoms can show as early as an hour after ingestion and may appear as the following: Drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, drowsiness, abdominal pain, dilated pupils, lethargy, and weakness.

If you’re not sure about a plant you have and notice that your pet is acting a little odd, please do not hesitate to contact an animal hospital or your local vet to see what they advise based on symptoms.

Keep in mind that time is of the essence when a pet (or person) has gotten into something poisonous. If you’d like to read a longer version of this article, it is posted 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) ©2022 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

Learn To Cope With Holiday Grief TOMS RIVER – The holiday season can be a difficult time for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Join Andrea Tarr, Communications Director of Senior Citizens Activity Network (SCAN), for information about coping during “Grief and the Holidays,” at four Ocean County Library branches.

• Plumsted Branch – 10 a.m. October 19; 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt, 609-758-7888.

• Point Pleasant Borough Branch – 10 a.m. October 26; 834 Beaver Dam Road, 732-295-1555.

• Island Heights Branch – 2 p.m. November 8; Summit Avenue at Central Avenue, 732-2706266.

• Lakewood Branch – 10 a.m. November 15;

301 Central Avenue, 732-363-1435.

Andrea will discuss ways to manage grief, the importance of communication, and selfcare tips that can provide emotional support.

Andrea Tarr, associated with SCAN for the past 22 years, is the host of “SCAN FYI,” a weekly Facebook video segment that promotes community resources and information for seniors. She co-hosts SCAN’s “Senior Moment” podcasts, and frequently takes presentations to venues throughout Ocean and Monmouth Counties.

Register at theoceancountylibrary.org/events for this free program. To learn more, visit or call any participating branch, or call 732-349-6200.

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By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator The wild goats that inhabit mountainous regions are known as ibex. Both male and female fight for territories using their long curved horns. Male horns can reach approximately 5 feet in length. While both sexes possess cloven hooves, only the males have long beards. Ibexes are relatives to buffalo, antelopes, bison, goats, sheep, and cattle.

They are herbivores with a diet consisting of vegetation to include bushes, shrubs, and various grasses. They are grazers, eating foods low in nutritional value; therefore, they must spend most of their day eating.

The ibex is an excellent climber with the ability to travel up, down and across cliffs that would be too dangerous for most predators to navigate.

Their homes can reach altitudes as high as 8,200 to 14,800 feet according to the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation).

They are social creatures living in herds which are segregated by gender as well as offspring. The male and female herds will only meet up during the breeding season.

Like many other land mammal species, they attract mates using scents. The difference here is the males attract potential

mates using their beards to spread a scent.

Excited females respond during this breeding season known as the rut. The courting process takes about 30 minutes. The gestation period lasts 147 to 180 days, and the female will give birth to one to three babies, known as kids.

Their greatest defense in escaping most predators like bears and foxes, is their ability to navigate the most traitorous cliffs.

There are only two predators that can catch a mountain goat. One is an equally skilled cliff climber with speed and force who can grab an ibex and fall in midair, without much concern. Being a cat, the snow leopard is a strong, skilled hunter.

The eagle simply plucks the goat off the cliff. If the goat takes the eagle to the ground, it only makes the eagle’s job easier.

The information for this article was gathered from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732-244-2768.

It is illegal to possess or relocate wildlife for any reason without the proper state and/ or federal permits. Violating New Jersey laws protecting wildlife, which includes harm inflicted upon any animal, wild or domestic, is punishable by law.

Ocean County Historical Society Holiday Open House TOMS RIVER – On November 25 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Ocean County Historical Society will be hosting its annual Victorian Holiday Open House.

The Elizabeth Sculthorpe Force house is located in Downtown Toms River at 26 Hadley Avenue. Make sure to bring your children, grandchildren and entire

family for picture taking with Santa and Mrs. Claus. They will be there from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Tours of the Victorian home and museum will be offered all day.

In addition, refreshments will be provided and also, there will be gifts for the children.

Best of all, it’s all free! For additional information, call Jeff at 609-339-9134.

Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club Upcoming Events WHITING – Crestwood Village 5 Resident Club has announced the following upcoming events: Resident Club Dance CV-5: December 2 from 7 to 11 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Music by “DJ LOUIE.” Cost is $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Nonrefundable unless canceled. Includes snacks, soft drinks, coffee, tea, dessert. BYOB. For more information call Debbie at 201618-8514.

Tribute Elvis Show by Evan Mills: December 18 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Cost is $10. Cutoff date is December 12. Nonrefundable unless

cancelled. Includes snack and soft drink.

For more information, call Debbie at 201618-8514.

New Year Gala: December 31 from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Music by “Don Pesce.” Cost is $55 per person.

No tickets sold at the door. Cutoff date is December 19. Includes buffet: baked ziti, meatballs, eggplant parm., chicken Francese, sausage and peppers, pasta primavera, tossed salad, bread and butter, coffee, snacks, soft drinks, tea, and dessert. There will be noise makers, hats, and tiaras. For more information, call Debbie at 201618-8514.

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Around The Jersey Shore Walk Raises Money For Harbor House

Photo courtesy Sid Colvin

By Chris Lundy ASBURY PARK – A fundraising walk will help families and youth recover from difficult situations.

“Thanks to sponsors, walkers and donors, Ocean’s Harbor House 3rd annual ‘A Walk in Their Shoes’ 2-mile walk on the Asbury Park boardwalk on November 5th raised over $53,000,” said Timothy P. Zeiss, Director of Development & Marketing of Ocean’s Harbor House.

“More than 220 people walked. The funds will help provide shelter, support and service to homeless and vulnerable kids in

Monmouth and Ocean counties,” he said.

Harbor House runs two properties, both in Toms River, but serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. One of the buildings, which houses youth temporarily on an emergent basis, is in the process of becoming a shelter for families in need. The other is a transitional living home for vulnerable and abandoned youth ages 16-21.

Harbor House’s 24-hour hotline is 732929-0660.

People interested in volunteer opportunities can call 732-929-0096, ext. 205 or email tzeiss@oceansharborhouse.org

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Amelia is a calico who likes to play and is very nice and sweet with people. She gets along with other cats, so she might be a good

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The center is located at 34 Main Street (Route 9), Suite 1B. The adoption center adheres to COVID-19 restrictions and is run by the group called Lawyers In Defense of Animals. They can be reached at 908-9102522, or on Facebook at /lidarescue and on Instagram @lida_rescue.

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By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates As more consumers look for ways to improve their home’s efficiency with clean and renewable energy, many homeowners are signing solar lease agreements that are illegal, or otherwise violate consumer protection regulations.

Consumer lease agreements must meet certain statutory and regulatory criteria designed to protect you as the consumer.

However, many solar lease agreements do not comply with these statutes and regulations, leaving the consumer susceptible to predatory practices. For instance, some solar companies fail to include certain required terms in their lease agreements.

For example, a lease agreement must identify and lay out accurately and in a clear and conspicuous manner the number, amount, and due dates or periods of periodic payments as well as the total amount of such periodic payments. Another well-known deficiency with solar

lease agreements is the failure to include a clear and conspicuous early termination notice or an end of term purchase option.

Sometimes, violations of the leasing laws and regulations provide the consumer with the ability to get-out of their lease agreement or defend a lawsuit filed by the solar company when the consumer has found themselves behind in their monthly lease payments.

If you are being sued by a solar company or you simply want to terminate your solar lease agreement then contact R.C. Shea & Associates (732-505-1212) for a free review of your solar lease agreement.

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Before fellowship, Dr. Nugent completed his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Jefferson Health NJ, where he served as Chief Resident. During his third year of training, he received the residency’s research award for best research project. Dr. Nugent completed his pre-medical education at the University of Delaware and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). He then completed medical school at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine.

He has several peer-reviewed research publications in the field of orthopedic surgery focusing on both patient and surgeon well-being. He has presented at multiple national orthopedic meetings including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) annual meeting.

In his spare time, Dr. Nugent enjoys spending time with his wife, playing golf, visiting the beach, and watching live music. He is passionate about patient care. In treating patients like family, his ultimate goal is to improve the quality of life of his patients, through both nonoperative and operative interventions.

Season Of Light With Star Talk At Robert J. Novins Planetarium TOMS RIVER – Season Of Light explores the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. It’s an exploration of the astronomical meanings behind seasonal traditions, including the “star over Bethlehem.” It’s an elegant and sophisticated program about the coldest and darkest of seasons – a time which holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year. The show recounts the historical religious and

cultural rituals practiced during the time of winter solstice – not only Christian and Jewish but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican and Hopi.

After the movie, the live presenter will give you a tour of what you can see in the skies above NJ. Recommended for ages 7 and over. is on December 23 at 7 p.m. at Robert J. Novins Planetarium. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit ocean. edu/planetarium.

Annual Victorian Style Open House TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Historical Society will be holding our popular annual Victorian style open house on November 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are located in Downtown Toms River at 26 Hadley Avenue.

Bring your children and grandchildren to meet and take pictures with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at

no charge. (Bring your own camera.)

Tour the Victorian style house and museum complete with Holiday music and decorations, enjoy holiday drinks and treats, and there will be Holiday gifts for the children.

Best of all the event is free!

For additional information, call Jeff at 609339-9134.

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TOMS RIVER – Save the date! November 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The American Legion Auxiliary located at 2025 Church

Road will be hosting their Annual Holiday Fair. Vendor space still available if interested contact Laurinda at 732-272-7552

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Friends Of Ortley Beach Seek New Members ORTLEY BEACH – The Friends of Ortley Beach are seeking additional members having have spent the past few months recruiting and reorganizing for the 2024 season.

The group released its slate of officers for 2024 that include President Lori Battipede, Vice President Celeste Prell, Secretary Linda Beverly and Treasurer Joe Scarfuto who is already in office.

Battipede asked members and potential members to “join us for our final membership meeting of the year and officer elections on Tuesday, December 5, at 6:30 p.m. via ZOOM as we build our vision of bringing the community together.”

She added, “more often, we find ourselves needing more help. Please consider volunteering to facilitate these important tasks.

You need not be a full time Ortley Beach resident to help. All of these tasks may be done from home.”

Those tasks include compiling the club newsletter on a regular basis and sending reminders using Constant Contact. Training will be provided and templates are available to use. Most content will be provided.

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Ortley Beach Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter posts. “We need someone who is social media savvy and comfortable with the technology. This person would work closely with our board members to communicate any updates and to continue promoting the FOB brand. Most of the content will be provided,” Battipede added.

The group is also looking for a technology savvy person who is comfortable “updating our website as needed and ensuring that the FOB brand is consistent. You would work closely for the board and help our webmaster. Most of the content will be provided,” she added.

FOB is also looking for help with grant writing. Battipede said, “we need someone to research and apply for grants. Most are local and directions are usually provided.

Previously, the Friends of Ortley Beach has used grant money for programs like our well received speaker series.”

Those interested in volunteering for any of these positions, or would like to know more about a position, visit friendsofortleybeach.org/ or attend the Zoom Meeting at us06web.zoom.us/j/82581949812?pwd=4MkpgxmD3vkx2xcVf2yjxnkIFW0vNG.1 The meeting ID is 825 8194 9812 and the passcode is Friends.

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Must see never used. Dinette set with 18 in leaf and 6 chairs Off white. Lots of items 848-240-3720, please text. Toms River.

(51) Craftsman Table - 4 feet long, height 34 inches, 4 drawers and 1 large cabinet on left side. Wooden macinest tool box, 5 small drawers and 2 long drawers, all drawers have machine tools. 732-849-0003. (52)

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Help Wanted Micromedia Publications is looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits.

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E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n) R.C. Shea and Associates is seeking to hire a paralegal with civil/commercial litigation experience as well as an administrative assistant. Pay and benefits commensurate with experience. Please call Pam Williams, office manager at (732) 505-1212 or email at pwilliams@rcshea.com (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)

Seeking Responsible Individual With Good Phone Skills - Experience In Hvac & Permits A Plus. Filing/Answering Phones/ Scheduling/Permits/Ordering Parts/ Customer Service. Great Work Environment. $15/Hour 7:30 a.m.

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$$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n)

Bus Driver NEEDED! - Flexible Scheduling. Perfect for Retiree in Retirement Community. CDL w/ Passenger endorsement required. Call SilverWoods Clubhouse for more information at 732-341-4825. (t/n)

Cash Paid! Records 33/45, CD's, reel to reels. We pick up the phone!

Travel to house or meet. Eddie, 24/7, 732-829-5908 (48) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Reggae, Blues, Jazz. Also buying Comic Books . Call Rick 908-616-7104. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (44) 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) Junk or Wrecked Cars and Trucks Wanted - Cash paid. 732-6577251, Steve. Thanks.

(43) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

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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) Laundromat Attendant - For FT/ PT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863. (t/n) Bus Driver Needed for Community Bus - Flexible Schedule.

CDL w/passenger endorsement required. Email meadowsoflake ridge@gmail.com for more information or submit resume.

(49) Experienced Receptionist in Adult Community. M-F $15 per hour start 12/15. Verbal, written communication, organization, time management, skills a must. Knowledge of business/ office equipment. Minimum HS Diploma, references required. Contact 732-244-8686 ext. 219.

(51) Full Time Housekeepers Magnolia Gardens - Family owned and operated Assisted living community looking to fill full, and partime housekeeping positions. All positions start at $15.00 an hour. For more information call 732-557-6500 or come to our home and fill out an application at 1935 Lakewood Road, Toms River 08755. (52)

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Housecleaning - Painting, shopping, laundry window cleaning, carpet cleaning. Very good prices. 732773-5078, 848-287-3944.

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Family owned. Fully licensed and insured. Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) MY HANDY CREW - Home repairs, carpentry, painting roofing and siding, decks, powerwashing, yardwor,k all your home maintenance needs. $ave.

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(47) A+ CLEANING SERVICE Homes, Offices, Air BnB, Senior Villages, Fall Cleaning Thorough and Reliable, Free Esitmates, Call Barbara 732-948-4730.

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The Toms River Times, November 25, 2023, Page 23

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Students Train To Become Leaders At Intermediate South

Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – On November 3 at Intermediate South, students of all grade levels trained on becoming LEADERS. From 3 to 8 p.m., 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students enjoyed team-building exercises as well as direct instruction, all geared toward teaching them how to become peer mediators. After all, LEADERS - or, more specifically, Loyal Educated Advisors Developing Essential Real Solutions - know how to mediate conflicts.

This elite group of participating students had been recommended by their teachers, and are now tasked with the new responsibility of being held accountable as role models throughout the Intermediate South Seminole community. They must be up to date on their assignments and, as the T-shirts they’ve earned read, must always “Be part of the solution, not the problem.”

During a mediation session, LEADERS work as partners to assist their peers to find possible solutions without taking sides. Conf lict resolution takes place during school hours, and all efforts are made to not pull the students from the core content classes. They are responsible for any missed work.

“Since Intermediate South opened 18 years ago, this program has been a success, and is an integral part of our identity and legacy,” said LEADERS advisor Christine Tamaro.

As a rite of passage, High School South students as well as district graduates return to their middle school alma mater to volunteer and teach new trainees.

“The skills that Seminole South LEADERS learn stay with them for the rest of their lives,” said Tamaro.

Winter Solstice Celebration TOMS RIVER – Winter Solstice Celebration at Cattus Island County Park will be on December 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy games, crafts, live animal talks, horse carriage rides (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), campfire story, food, a visit from Santa, and a candy cane nature walk.

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Photo courtesy Toms River Schools TOMS RIVER – Tiny houses are a source of big dreams at High School South, where students are learning how to install roof shingles, as well as insulate, sheetrock, and trim out

interior and exterior corners. They’re forging a new generation of highly-skilled workers, and better yet - “They seem to love what they’re doing,” said teacher Tim O’Leary.

Art Chat Club

OCEAN COUNTY – This event is monthly on the 4th Friday of the month.

Open to adult and teens. Open to artists of all mediums.

Let’s get together to share and talk about our art! Get connected to your local art community. Get feedback from your fellow artists and make new art friends. Let’s talk about what inspires us, the trials and tribulations of being creatives, and other topics related to art making, art business, and art marketing too.

Bring your work – a completed piece or a work in progress. Live in person with option to join the group remotely. Contact the moderator, Kim Cesaretti if you are interested in attending or have questions.

The next Art Chat Club meeting will be on October 27 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights. For more information, visit ocartistsguild.org/event/art-chatclub-2023-10.

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The Toms River Times, November 25, 2023, Page 27

OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FOR THE WEEK OF NOV 25 - DEC 1

BY JERALDINE SAUNDERS FORECAST ARIES (March 21-April 19): You might be more admired and respected than you think. Loved ones love you just as you are. Someone may be rooting for your side of a debate or dispute in the week ahead that can sway the results in your favor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): A partner or lover might be a flattering mirror of yourself. You can connect with people who are intelligent or talented. Just because money may burn a hole in your pocket this week doesn’t mean you must immediately buy something.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Worrying about problems can become a problem in its own right. Don’t feel as if you must hold up the world all alone. In the week to come ask for help and you are likely to be pleasantly surprised.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Someone special may obviously prefer your company making it easy to detour around debates and disagreements. Take notes when you are inspired by unusual ideas, and you can use your imaginative ideas later in the week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Find ways of making life more enjoyable, but also be sure you are carrying your weight. Do not push your luck. If amends are needed, find an opportunity to make things right as the week unfolds VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can process information faster than usual in the week ahead. Slower individuals may find it difficult to keep up. Since you are quick on the uptake you might notice mistakes or places for improvement and act accordingly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Balance is the key. Don’t depend on a loved one so heavily that it could be more than they can handle; do be sure they feel appreciated. In the coming week find a happy medium to keep affections alight.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Speaking truth improves every situation. Your reasonable vision of the future can be discussed with someone who might know how to make it a reality. A new task or assignment can trigger numerous possibilities this week.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): This week could mark the beginning of a phase when you focus on your personal affairs. You may visualize the items that will make you happy and take steps to acquire the things that are most important.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be tempted to discuss your services or products when other people merely want a simple social conversation. Relax in the week ahead and ignore an impulse to score points or profit from every contact.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Keep your energies contained and your investments diversified. You could overextend yourself financially or emotionally in the week to come. Hold off on major expenditures while your bank account fills up.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You might be blessed by relief from an old problem in the week ahead. Plan your workload so you can enjoy a family get together. You might trigger someone’s doubts if you evade questions in the upcoming week.

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THESE FLUFFY DINNER ROLLS REALLY RISE TO THE OCCASION

By America’s Test Kitchen

FLUFFY DINNER ROLLS Makes 9 rolls

2 1/2 cups (12 1/2 ounces) all- purpose flour 2 1/4 teaspoons instant or rapid-rise yeast 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (6 ounces) whole milk 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons honey 1 large egg yolk Vegetable oil spray 1 large egg, cracked into bowl and lightly beaten with fork 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together flour, yeast and salt. Lock the bowl in place and attach the dough hook to the stand mixer. In a 4-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk milk, melted butter, honey and egg yolk until honey has dissolved, about 20 seconds.

2. Start the mixer on low speed and slowly pour in the milk mixture. Mix until no dry flour is visible, about 2 minutes. Increase speed to medium and knead dough for 8 minutes.

3. Transfer the dough to a clean counter and knead dough for 30 seconds, then form the

dough into smooth ball. Spray a large bowl with vegetable oil spray. Place the dough in the greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap.

Let the dough rise until doubled in size, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

4. Transfer the dough to a clean counter and use your hands to gently press down on the dough to pop any large bubbles. Pat the dough into a 6-inch square and use a bench scraper to cut the dough into 9 equal squares. Form each piece of dough into a tight, smooth ball.

5. Spray the inside bottom and sides of an 8-inch square metal baking pan with vegetable oil spray. Arrange dough balls in 3 rows in a greased baking pan. Cover the baking pan loosely with plastic. Let the dough balls rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

6. While the dough rises, adjust the oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees.

When the dough is ready, use a pastry brush to paint the tops of the dough balls with the beaten egg.

7. Place the baking pan in the oven. Bake until rolls are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Place the baking pan on a cooling rack and let rolls cool in pan for 30 minutes. Turn the baking pan upside down to release rolls from pan. Turn the rolls right side up and use your hands to pull them apart.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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