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Contents

November/December 2019

Water World

Surf is up in OC. Photo by Kerri Janto.

Features 48 Ecology

OC's nature game is strong. Learn more in this read by Avery Nunn.

50 Gift Guide

See the OC mag picks for the best gifts this holiday season

54 In Time

St. John Lutheran celebrated its 100th anniversary this year

On the Cover Glass mosaic artist Jill Snyder created this custom mosaic piece inspired by the tree outside of City Hall. See Jill's work at www.facebook.com/ snydermosaics.

5 Letter from the Editor

Shore Eats 6 10 12 16 18

In the Kitchen Battle Chicken Caesar Wrap Famished Foodie Sunday Girl Eats Dining Guide

Local Ocean 19 19 20 22 24 28 30 32 34

Adorable Creature Ocean City Workers The Look The Interview Snapshots Nov/Dec Events A Look Inside: Impala It’s History by Fred Miller The Amazing Chadakazam

Shopping OC 38 44 46 47

Shop Guide Trends - Mia's In the Biz - Waves of Caring Ocean City Style

On The Beach 56 58 59 60

Book of the Month Ocean’s Eleven Quiz Activities Guide Word Search

Services 61 62 64 66

Pets for Adoption Service Directory Real Tour Last Shot

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From the Editor

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A surfin safari in the north end of OC

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HERE'S a quote from the father of surfing, Duke Kahanamoku that reads, “Out of water, I am nothing.”

When I first read it, I thought it was a cool saying but this summer as I jumped, rode in, and dove under the waves, I realized how much the ocean is a part of who I am. I was born in Philadelphia, but moved here nearly 20 years ago to be near the waves.

They are, really, everything.

They crash, but don’t burn. They’re fierce and feisty one minute, and subtle and small the next. They hold us up but if we’re not careful, will push us under. They roll in and out with the tide and can be high or low. And of course, this is how life goes also.

The high tide of summer, who praises I’ve sung before in this column, has ebbed. The more low key second season is upon us, and though it casts a different spell, is just as magical.

Speaking of, this month our featured artist is magician Chad Juros. Lauren Turton tells Chad's tale (on page 34) which like the tides is filled with highs and lows. It will give you all the feels and hopefully leave you with gratitude for your life and family. While you're feeling the love, read Bill Barlow’s story on Waves of Caring. This “wave” is a non-profit group dedicated to helping people on the island.

This is the giving season, a time where we present, well, presents, to our friends and family to show our love for them. We hit island stores to find picks for our annual super sized holiday gift guide. There’s something in the guide for everyone on your list and they are all found here in OCNJ. See pages 50-54 and get giving.

Leaves are changing, snow will soon fall, and enchanting holiday traditions will be here before you know it. Ride this changing tide and enjoy its calm wave of holiday spirit and cheer. Thank you for reading.

See you on the beach in 2020,

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Shore Eats

In the Kitchen

Manco & Manco The pizzaioli make it look easy, but tossing that legendary dough takes skill and precision

by Nick Matousch

Having open air stores is like inviting people into our kitchen- Chuck Bangle Nick Matousch learns how to toss with Bob Kearn, a pizzaiolo at Manco & Manco

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PASTIME of Ocean City is window shopping on the Boardwalk. No matter the season, the stretch of storefronts the Boardwalk is famous for are usually open to stroll into.

People can gaze at all sorts of Ocean City commodities for their viewing pleasure, from tee shirts to the rides.

But one storefront where you will get an actual show is Manco & Manco Pizza on 9th Street. With an open kitchen in view of Boardwalk goers and

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dine-in patrons alike, the employees make the pizza in a fantastic display.

The kneading, tossing and saucing is done just behind the dining counter giving the customer an experience with their food.

“Our customers like to watch the show we put on – hand tossing the dough, throwing it in the air,” says Chuck Bangle, one of the three coowners of the company. Chuck, his wife Mary and her mother Kay Manco, who, with husband Frank, founded the pizzeria in 1956, are all about

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encouraging customers to enjoy the experience with their staff.

“They are here to have a good time.

Having open air stores is like inviting people into our kitchen,” said Chuck.

In spite of the pizza being made in plain sight, some things are kept under wraps – such as their secret recipe. And though it looks easy, tossing a pie the Manco way is harder than it looks.

The pizzaioli (what they call their pizza makers) make it look effortless, but that only comes from their decades of experience.

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Come in for our breakfast specials and stay for our weekday lunch specials like homemade meatloaf, pork chops & Thanksgiving Thursdays!

Breakfast with Santa on Christmas Eve 9-11am!

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“Ninety nine percent of these guys who make pizza [in this shop] do it for a career,” Chuck warns me before I step into the line.

A tray of dough is always on hand on the counter, pre-portioned in the back of the restaurant. A pizzaiolo will make two pies at a time.

Twin portions of dough are first dipped in flour, stacked on top of each other and flattened to approximate pie size. A quick push in the center, and then the dough is kneaded until it possesses that thinness Manco’s is known for.

It requires quick reflexes and finger strength to keep up with the pace Manco’s pizzaioli work. I realized that quickly when stepping into the line, immediately making these pies at what I thought was breakneck pace.

You have to make them fast – after all, there are a lot of hungry customers waiting and watching.

Picking up the two piles being kneaded, I peeled them apart. Flopping one over my palm, I twisted the pie, kneading apart the edges even further.

“You pull the edge apart with your thumb as you twirl,” said Bob Kearn, my pizzaiolo mentor. He showed me how and I followed suit, pulling the edges of the pie until it was just wide enough for a regular pie.

With that done, the pie was then thrown onto the pizza paddle. Freshly grated cheese is spread copiously atop the worked dough. If you watch closely enough from the counter, you can almost see the cheese bounce as it is dropped on.

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applied in a Manco’s-exclusive spiral fashion. Most pizzerias spread it consistently on the pie to the crust. But that is not the case here. At this venue, you will see them throw it on with their custom sauce hose in a spiral fashion unique to the Manco’s franchise.

“There is a button [behind the counter] you push as you spiral around the pie,” says Bob. “You let go of it a moment before you are done [your spiral].”

“There are a lot of little rules and techniques little things we do here,” says Chuck. “But it guarantees the taste of our pizza is uniform.”

With the pizza fully decorated and ready for heating, our pizza headed to the ovens right behind us.

For pizzaioli who have been making pizza for a while, the whole process takes a few minutes at most. I took a few moments longer than the pros.

Part of Manco & Manco’s success is the continued use of the same recipes and techniques from when they started in 1956. Their culture has been consistent since the beginning. From the way they make pizza to the face of the staff, it is almost like a return to the 1950s.

“Everything stays consistent,” says Chuck. “Even though ingredients go up in

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price, we never compromise [with] a cheaper product.

Our average tenure of a full time staff is 28 years – we have a lot of long term employees. People recognize the same faces in here. [For some employees] this is a full time job. You'll also notice that the store is immaculately clean, and that our staff is well dressed and groomed,” says Chuck. “It is part of our wholesome image.”

Maintaining a consistent, wholesome image on both sides of their counters has led to many successes for Manco & Manco. Their stability has gained them the notice of celebrities such as Al Pacino, reviewed by organizations

such as Barstool, and renown nation wide.

“This store has been talked about,” says Chuck. “We have a following from Rhode Island to California. Some people say when they get into Ocean City, they get a slice of pizza or a whole pie [from us]. They don’t even go to the hotel room and unpack.”

The instant appeal, along with the newer location of the shop – formerly the Strand Movie Theatre – allows Manco’s to truly incorporate themselves in the renowned parts of Ocean City. Since they are right on the brink of everything on the Boardwalk, their familiarity and customized

restaurant allow them to be a keystone to the storefronts.

“We took over this space for a number of reasons,” says Chuck.

“We wanted to preserve the historical integrity of the Strand Movie Theatre. The building is a marvel of engineering. We also wanted to beautify the corner. 9th Street is the main entrance to Ocean City and the main entrance to the Boardwalk. With Manco’s here and Shriver’s our neighbor across the street, it bookends our corner and makes it beautiful.

“It also makes us more visible and it's more modern. When I built this place I built it not to be a pizzeria but a venue that serves pizza. As a big, open area restaurant, we handle anyone that needs wheelchair access.

We have married people in the shop.

We do a lot of fantasy football parties. It is easy to bring double wide strollers.”

The kitchen that Bangle and the Manco’s crew has built into the corner of 9th and the Boardwalk has a lot of accommodations for the current era. But the one thing you will never find in there is a tally of how many pizzas they make on a daily basis.

“If we had to count how many pies we make in a day, we’d quit,” says Bangle.

-photos by Stef Godfrey

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Shore Eats

Battle Chicken Caesar Wrap

Blackened chicken adds kick!

Very fresh and crisp!

Can we all sit back in silent awe of the genius who first had the idea to take a salad and stuff it into bread? High five to them. I mean, who amongst us has not dreamed of eating a hunk of bread anytime there’s a big salad in front of you for lunch or dinner? Perhaps you’re better than I, because not only do I wish I had said bread but also a wedge of butter.

Anyhoo, now that we’ve paid homage to the chicken caesar wrap inventor, let’s give a high five to Charlie’s who has elevated this menu standard once more. The wrap at Charlie’s comes with blackened chicken, which adds a kick and spice to the dish. The wrap itself is grilled... or at least there are

Lunch is never a sure thing. Between kids and work I’m lucky if I find a cookie lying in the back seat of my car. But I can always count on Kirk’s Pizza to save the day.

They make delicious pizzas and sandwiches and they get it done quickly and deliciously. But sometimes I’m not in the mood for a cheesesteak. Luckily Kirk’s offers a Chicken Caesar wrap - it’s like a creamy, crunchy salad but without the need for a fork. I wonder if Julius Caesar (whom the wrap is not named for) had this much trouble with lunch?

I mean, Julius Caesar had to worry about assassination and running an empire. And if he had kids he was probably

She Said grill marks on it. But unless Charlie's has an in house grill mark painter who sits in the back and puts faux grill marks on wraps... we can safely assume those circular babies hit the grill for added flavor and visual delight. The wrap was served warm with loads of creamy dressing that added a welcome tang and enough romaine lettuce that made me cross eating my veggies off my list. The romaine had color and crunch that paired just right with the creamy and chewy of the dressing, chicken and bread. This is the stuff lunch dreams are made of. Who is the genius now?

Charlie's Bar 800 Shore Road, Somers Point

He Said out of his mind and not really able to think about lunch. So one of his minions could have brought him a Chicken Caesar wrap from Kirk’s so he could have a tasty, substantial meal that would help him center and focus.

The romaine was very fresh and crisp and I didn’t find any brown pieces. The dressing was tangy and creamy and the chicken was tasty and well-grilled. It’s beautiful in its simplicity. So glad Kirk’s has my back while I’m trying to keep my kids in line and run my empire.

Kirk's Pizza 44 Route 9 North, Marmora

>>>>We've had some epic food battles in 2019. Here's to more fun food fights in 2020.

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Noon-3pm Free Horse & Carriage rides!

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Shore Eats

Famished Foodie

EL GUACAMOLE II

The Famished Foodie satisfies hunger with a meal and a show at this new OC eatery

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E WERE famished (we are the Famished Foodie Family) after spending a long day in the O.C. doing O.C. things. It was Block Party weekend and the Historic Downtown was alive and kickin’. And even without Block Party, there are always fun things to do in town, like the cool playgrounds. After spending a couple hours playing tennis and enjoying the 34th Street playground, we decided to head toward Block Party for a bite. And as we rolled up 14th Street feeling famished, into view came El Guacamole II, a newly-opened eatery specializing in Mexican dishes.

We were feeling spicy so in we rolled, all five of us; myself Tony Stark and the always indomitable Pepper Potts along with Captain Steve Rodgers, Bruce Banner and Natasha Romanoff (aka Black Widow).

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We were greeted warmly and had a table in moments. We ordered a round of waters and sat back to peruse the menu.

Pepper couldn’t help but point out that the place is called “Guacamole,” so we of course ordered mozzarella sticks – no – we ordered the guacamole and blam! Winner.

I was happily surprised when our sever Yira came out with not just a bowl of guac, but with fresh avocados and a mortar bowl in which to make the fresh guac. Insert photo of me with top of head blowing off. I wasn’t expecting that but it was and fun and delicious.

“This is a Molcajete,” said Yira.

A molcajete is a traditional Mexican mortar and pestle and I was stoked there was a show with my meal. Yira combined

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fresh avocados along with tomatoes, onions and spices; she offered jalapenos but we declined. When all was done we had eyecandy guac ready for devouring. And we devoured the chips that came with it too.

The guacamole set a nice mood for our meal.

Next came an order of elote or street corn. Our mistake was only ordering one because I had to cut it into threes with a steak knife so everyone could try it. Again the presentation was lovely. Boiled corn topped with mayo, queso blanco and chili powder. Pepper, Captain Rogers and I found ourselves discussing the subtleties of the flavor as we munched. There was a definite sweetness, probably coming from the mayo. The chili powder was just right and not too spicy and the texture was firm on the teeth and not overdone.

Next up were our entrees. Both Black Widow and Hulk ordered the chicken tenders. What can I say, five crew members, five different preferences. But I’m happy to

>>>>Guac On El Guacamole II opened on 14th Street earlier

this year serving up authentic Mexican dishes like guacamole (made tableside!) and elote (street corn).

report that the chicken tenders were good. As were the fries. Widow and Hulk were happy with their meals and all was well. If you’re gonna serve food in OC, it’s good to have good kid food.

Captain Rogers is a bit more adventurous and went for the Burrito Mixto, a sizeable combination of steak, chicken, rice beans and cheese wrapped in a tortilla and served with fries. Did I mention it was large?

“This has the perfect mixture of chicken and steak,” said Cap, who considered eating it like a taco but soon decided on a knife and fork approach. “The spices give it just the right mixture of sweet and tanginess. It’s really good.”

Pepper ordered the Tacos Dorados Platter, a plate full of rolled and fried corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with lettuce, cheese, sour cream and avocado and served with rice and beans.

“This meal is enjoyable in a lot of different ways,” said Pep. “It’s tasty, authentic and I like the big helping of the creamy Mexican cheese. These beans are fresh and delicious and I like the veggies in the rice. It’s very flavorful and cooked well.”

Eric Herrera and Paulina Reyna opened the original El Guacamole restaurant in Millville four years ago and quickly gained a good following. After some prodding by customers the pair opened in Ocean City this summer. I grabbed Eric as he was visiting tables and talking to customers.

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he said. “That’s why we have the signs on the tables asking you to be patient. We don’t premake anything.”

Eric told me they use as much locally sourced ingredients as possible.

“I don’t buy anything,” he said. “I live in Vineland so I pick up ingredients fresh every morning. I make everything – the chorizo in your taco, the nachos, everything. We make the guacamole right at your table with fresh avocados.”

I ordered the chorizo tacos and was not disappointed. One of the benefits of Mexican dining is that all manner of sauces tend to make their way onto the table. The guacamole came with a bowl of red salsa and a bowl

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of green salsa, both went onto my tacos, as did a little guacamole. I always enjoy mixing everything together with Mexican food.

The restaurant, located on 14th Street between Asbury and Central, offers two large dining rooms, and some nice outdoor seating.

So glad we stuck around for dessert.

Sometimes we bust out of a joint for dessert somewhere else but today the choices were churros, fried Mexican ice cream and a chocolate lava cake so we had to stay. These desserts really put the cherry on the meal.

The churros were crisp and chewy and the smooth ice cream truly complemented the sweet churro. The Mexican fried ice cream was delicious with a warm, crispy shell around

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the still-cold ice cream. And finally the chocolate lava cake. I’m not usually a fan of all that chocolate but this was well balanced and tasty. These desserts are no afterthought – they shine in their own right.

We had a lovely meal. Block Party was coming and going around us and I enjoyed that friendly hectic vibe. Our food was tasty and was also a topic the conversation – it’s fun to talk about food. The service was just right and it was a very nice experience. Yira told me the fajitas are a great dish so I’ll try them when I return.

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Holiday Galette

This show-stopper is perfect for a holiday brunch or as an app GALETTE DOUGH 1 1/2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1 1/2 c all-purpose flour, plus additional for rolling out dough 1 1/2 sticks chilled butter, cut into rectangular pieces Ice water

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CRANBERRY CHUTNEY 1 12-oz bag fresh or frozen cranberries 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 large or 2-3 small shallots 1/4 c apple cider vinegar 1/3 c sugar 1/4 tsp garlic powder

DIRECTIONS In a medium bowl, whisk sugar, salt and flour. Toss butter in flour mixture then dump onto work surface. Roll butter into flour until long strips form. Scrape butter off rolling pin and work surface as needed. Gather into a loose pile and drizzle 4 tbsp of ice water over. Toss mixture together until water is absorbed and dough forms a pile. Roll dough into a long rectangle then fold into thirds, scraping the dough off the roller and work surface. Rotate dough and roll out again. Add flour to work surface if dough sticks. Repeat process again until dough is just combined and looks creamy. Squeeze some of the dough in your hand to make sure it holds together. Roll and fold again if not. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and press into a 1" thick disc. Chill for 30 minutes.

While dough is chilling, prepare chutney by heating oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until softened. Add cranberries, vinegar, sugar and garlic powder. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and let cranberries simmer till they begin to pop. Stir and press cranberries with the back of spoon. Remove from heat and let cool. Preheat oven to 400ยบF. Cut brie into holiday shapes, if desired, using cookie cutters. Prep work surface with parchment paper dusted with flour. Remove dough from fridge. Roll onto parchment paper into an 9 x 12 rectangle, adding flour if necessary if dough sticks. Spread chutney on dough leaving a three-inch border. Top with brie and pistachios. Fold in edges and pinch to seal corners. Brush edges with cream and sprinkle with additional pistachios. Transfer parchment paper to a baking sheet and place in oven. Reduce heat to 375ยบF and bake for 25-35 minutes until filling is bubbly and dough is lightly browned. Serve for brunch or as an appetizer for your holiday parties! Follow Sunday Girl Eats on Instagram @sundaygirleats and www.sundaygirleats.wordpress.com.

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Shore Eats The Dining Guide BREAKFAST I LUNCH I SWEETS Aunt Betty’s Ice Cream Shack Seriously fresh ice cream. Even treats for your doggies. 2100 Asbury; 40th & West. 3984001; 398-4005.

Barefoot Market Scones, bread, coffee, artisan lunches. 214 West, 399-0221.

Christine's Italian Pastry Shoppe Custom cakes, delish pastry, gluten free options. 314 Tilton, 646-5666.

Uncle Bill’s Pancake House Legendary breakfasts, lunches. 2112 Asbury, 40th & West, 398-7393. Open year round.

Downtown Asbury Avenue Restaurants, sweet shops and more line Asbury from 5th to 14th Streets. www. downtownocnj.com.

PIZZA I BURGERS l FRIES l CHEESESTEAKS

Emily’s Ocean Room Cafe Breakfast and lunch year round, dinner in season. High tea all summer. 11th & Boardwalk, 399-1000.

Del’s Oceanside Grill Menu is timetested and sure to please adults and kiddies alike. 934 Boardwalk, 3993931.

Fractured Prune Hot made-to-order doughnuts. 1225 Asbury, 609-399-0482.

Flippers Grill Outside at Port-O-Call Hotel. Burgers, etc. 1510 Boardwalk, 399-8812.

Johnny B Goode Waffles, ice cream, family entertainment. 14th & Asbury, 525-0646 & 34th & West, next to Hoy’s, 525-0648.

Jilly’s Ice cream and fries... best day ever! Ice cream, 1172 Boardwalk. Fries, 1034 Boardwalk.

Johnson’s Popcorn One whiff of this corn a cookin, and you'll be hooked. 1368 Boardwalk, (800) 842-2676. Open year round.

Mallon’s Sticky Buns Fresh, gooey buns.

1340 Bay Avenue, 399-5531, 410 55th Street, 399-7220.

Nauti Donuts Try the Salty Dog... maple icing, pork roll, salted caramel drizzle.

2133 Asbury, 609-938-2253.

Ocean City Coffee Company The perfect cup of coffee. 9th & Boardwalk, 1066 Boardwalk, 917 Asbury, 399-5533.

Open year round.

Positively Fourth Street Breakfast and lunch. Dinner in season. Innovative dishes. 400 Atlantic, 814-1886.

Wards Pastry Butter cookies, sticky buns, scrapple pie. 730 Asbury, 399-1260. Open year round.

Yoasis Beach Bowls Fro yo, acai bowls, pitaya bowls, smoothies. 1242 Boardwalk, 938-0898.

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6th Street Pizza Salads, apps, pizza, sandwiches. Credit cards accepted. 600 Boardwalk, next to Gillian's, 609-5250022.

Bennie’s Bread and Italian Market Fresh bread, pastries, brick oven pizzas, sandwiches, and tomato pie. 1159 Asbury, 398-9450. New location at 4th & Ocean.

Kirk’s Pizza Amazing steak sandwiches. 44 Route 9, Marmora.

390-1845.

Manco & Manco Pizza Three locations on the Boards. 7th, 9th, and 12th Streets. 399-2548.

GLOBAL CUISINE I SEAFOOD Adelene Serving breakfast and lunch daily. New Burger Bar. Gorgeous beachfront space. 1510 Boardwalk, 800-334-4546.

Cousin’s Varied and sophisticated menu. Outside dining, catering too.

104 Asbury, 399-9462.

Crab Trap Seafood, prime rib, steak and pasta dishes. 2 Broadway, Somers Point, 927-7377.

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Hula Restaurant and Sauce Company Tasty Hawaiian cuisine. We love the Firecracker Shrimp. 940 Boardwalk, 399-2400.

Jon & Patty’s Healthy, creative bistro fare.

New second floor seating. 637 Asbury Avenue, 399-3377. Open year round.

Ocean City Restaurant Association Member restaurants all over the island.

Eatinocnj.com.

Oves Restaurant Fresh seafood dinners, homemade apple cider donuts. 4th & Boardwalk, 398-3172.

Red’s Jersey-Mex Superior Mexi/ Southwest food. Gluten-free menu. 11th & Haven, 399-2272.

Sandwich Bar Made to order sandwiches including lobster rolls and salads. Old Bay fries, too. 3255 Asbury, 609-741-9888.

Spadafora's Restaurant & Clam Bar Famous dockside fresh local flavor. 843 Atlantic, 398-6154.

Spadafora's Seafood Market Large, fresh selection of takeout fish and shellfish. 932 Haven, 398-6703.

Tuckahoe Inn Back Bay Cafe with live music, Boat Bar. 1 Harbor Road & Route 9, Beesley’s Point, 390-3322. Open year round.

Voltaco’s Everything Italian. Sandwiches, dinners, sauces. 957 West, 399-0753.

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ADORABLE CREATURES OF THE MONTH

Herring Gull

This shot captures not one but two adorable creatures. Shannon McGroarty took this photo of her son Hendrix and "the cutest sleeping gull ever" aka a Herring Gull.

"Large, abundant, and widespread, the Herring Gull is among the most familiar members of its family, especially in the northeast. It has been extending its range toward the south along the Atlantic Coast in recent decades.

Usually first breeds at age of four to five years. Nests in colonies (often with other species of gulls), sometimes in isolated pairs. Is omnivorous. Diet varies with place and season, includes fish, crustaceans, mollusks, sea urchins, marine worms, birds, eggs, insects. Scavenges refuse and carrion. At sea, may feed on schools of fish driven to surface by foraging whales."

- www.audubon.org. Photo by Shannon McGroarty.

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>>>>â&#x20AC;˘<<<< OCEAN CITY EMPLOYEES Terry Carrelli interviews a few hard workers around town

Sarah Morin Ocean Treasures

Billy Flynn George's Ice Cream

Brandon Marshall Manco & Manco

Who's your favorite performer? Billy Joel.

First concert? Lady GaGa.

Favorite pizza on the Boardwalk? Tony P's.

What's your favorite TV show?

Orange is the New Black.

Binge watching anything on Netflix?

Stranger Things.

What's your favorite place other then Ocean City? New York City. My favorite places are The Metropolitan Museum of Art and NYC Library.

What's on your bucket list. To go to Europe.

What was the last book you read? The Diary of Anne Frank.

What's your favorite movie? Back to the Future.

Who is your favorite sports team?

The Philadelphia Eagles. My whole family are Eagles fans.

What do you like to do on your days off? I like to hang with friends, go to movies and see concert shows.

What's the craziest thing you have done? Going to Miami Music Week.

If you could meet anyone who'd it be?

Megan Fox. Favorite thing to do in Ocean City? Get fried Oreos and go to the Hula Grill.

Any hobbies? Going to the gym.

Beach or the bay? The beach, I love going in the ocean and swimming.

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THE LOOK

Happy Howlidays It's the time of year to be filled with cheer. Maya Kovasivic and her pooch Charlie spend some time on the beach in OCNJ. Maya's look is from Bella U on Asbury, and Charlie's bow tie and stuffed bone are from Animal House on Asbury. Photos by Stef Godfrey.

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The Interview Nick Matousch gets tuned in with OCHS Instrumental Music Director Donna Schwartz

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Describe the bond you have with your students.

They can come to me about any problems or concerns they have.

I think when they come into the band room, they feel safe. It's a relaxed atmosphere.

What kind of music do you teach?

Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, String Orchestra, Jazz Band Concert Band, Pit Orchestra for musicals, and I teach piano classes.

What's your motto?

My email signature reads “when words fail, music speaks” from Hans Christian Anderson. Because I think music is a universal language.

ATCH the Christmas Parade marching down Asbury Avenue this December, and you'll see the Ocean City High School Band. At its head will be Donna Schwartz.

An educator of music for the past 27 years, she lives her life for musical education at the high school day in and day out.

What is your educational philosophy?

To have the kids enjoy what they do. Play their instruments, learn different genres of music and have fun.

What are some necessary skills for being a conductor in the band?

Being organized, knowing the music, explaining the music for the kids so they have an idea before playing it.

How do you keep yourself organized?

I had a great mentor when I worked in Elizabeth. Before I got into teaching, I worked as a bookkeeper for a truck dealership.

Do you consider teaching music to be a job? I don't say I am going to work.

I say I am going to school. In the big scheme of things it's a job, but it is a job I enjoy coming to every day.

What have been some of the joys of being an instrumental music director?

Kids keep me young. They keep things exciting.

What competitions have you been in, and what awards have you won?

It is my jazz band that goes out and competes. We have done Rowan’s band festival, and a festival in Red Bank. I've done the New Jersey State Jazz Festival, Overbrook, Cape May, Mainland and Exit Zero Jazz Festival. We have gotten superior and excellent ratings.

What, as the Ocean City Instrumental Music Director, has been your greatest accomplishment?

Having the outstanding jazz band that we have. And having kids move on to All State, where they compete against people from the entire state of New Jersey. In my time here I have had about a dozen kids make it to All State, which is a really big accomplishment.

Do you have a favorite band?

Dave Matthews Band. I like how they perform.

What are some of the difficulties?

When they do not practice.

What is your favorite holiday season song?

“Christmas Wrapping” by The Waitresses.

Do you have a snack you eat between classes?

Pieces of a protein bar.

You take your bands on a lot of trips. What was the most memorable trip you've been on with them?

My very first Disney trip, around 2003. I was never at Disney, and when we were getting ready to do our parade, the gate opened up and we were in the actual Parade of Lights. That is one of the top five events of my lifetime. I get bumps talking about it!

-Photo by Stef Godfrey

Name the top quality you expect from your students.

Dedication. Music isn't something you can pick up and do. You have to constantly practice to get better. Students should be spending time practicing.

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Open: Fri-Sat 8am-6pm & Sun 8am-4pm!

Thanksgiving week open Wed 8am-5pm Thanksgiving day open 7-10am

Bennie’s Northend location is at 4th & Ocean!

Local Ocean Snapshot

Chili Chowder Fest

Clockwise from top: Marianna, Joe, Isabella & Gigi Randazzo; Cameron & Jim Yoa; Brendan, Jim & Sarah Smith; David, Julia & Joan Newman; Pam & David Levin; Dan Schallawitz & Eric Masters.

Photos by Kerri Janto.

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Fall Block Party

Clockwise from top: Isabella, Mateo & Tiago Salazar; Catherine Reisig, Jenna Reisig & Jenna McAllister; Carly Godfrey & Quinn Schlembach; Kaia & Tommy Barbour; Jackson Gordon, Tyler Gordon, Ana Gordon & Sarah Quigley; Keven, Brielle & Alicia Stauffer.

Photos by Kerri Janto.

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Local Ocean Snapshot

Clockwise from top: Nick Sands, Rachael Connolly, Laura Dailey & Kayleigh BardMarsh; Ella, Walter & Clara Rada; Sutton & Laurie Steffa; Tyler, Dawn & Kylee Galtman; Chris, Tasha & Felici Wales; Shannon, Noah, Castle & Greg Gerhart.

Photos by Kerri Janto.

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Around Town

Clockwise from top: Andy, Ginny, Delanie & Molly Rogers; Laurie Federico & Olivia Schaffer; Alex Mcleod & Chris Carson; Kaylee, Anthony, Joshua & Lisa Boll; Kaylee Newton & Emma Zintner; Keenan Murray & Amanda Jamison.

Photos by Kerri Janto.

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Local Ocean Late Fall/Winter Events DECEMBER 6 CHRISTMAS PARADE

6pm on Asbury Avenue from 6th-11th streets.

7-8 TRAIN SHOW

Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk, 10am-4pm. Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday.

Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children.

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Horse and carriage rides are free Downtown during the holiday season.

Photo by Stef Godfrey.

NOVEMBER 1-2 LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Presented by the OCTC Junior Company.

Performances start at 7:30pm and will be held in the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and the Boardwalk. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling 609-399-6111 or by visiting oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

2 TRAIL OF TWO CITIES

5K/walk over the 9th Street Bridge from Ocean City to Somers Point. Pre-registration and race day. 8am start. For more information and registration, www.ocnj.us/race-events, contact lrumer@ocnj.us or call 609-5259317.

11 VETERANS DAY PROGRAM

11am at the Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Avenue.

23 “EARLIER THAN THE BIRD” DOWNTOWN SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA

8am-Noon. Get out earlier than the bird and

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jump start your holiday shopping the weekend before Thanksgiving. Shop in your pajamas for early bird shopping specials.

23-24 FREE HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDES

Noon-3pm in front of City Hall, 9th and Asbury Avenue.

28 12TH ANNUAL FAST AND FURRIEST 5K TURKEY TROT

Down the OC Boardwalk. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Ocean City. For more information, call 609-398-9500 ext. 4 or visit www.hsocnj.org.

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DOWNTOWN – “OUR MIRACLE ON ASBURY AVENUE”

OCTC’s Holiday Spectacular returns to the Ocean City Music Pier in a new movie-themed production for 2019. Come "rock around the Christmas tree" as a cast of professional singers and dancers celebrate the season with a fully-staged musical revue of songs from everyone's favorite holiday\winter movies.

December 13 at 7:30pm, 14th at 2pm, 20th at 7:30pm, 21st at 7:30pm and 22nd at 2pm.

Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. Tickets: $18 Reserved Tickets, $15 Kids 12 and Under. For tickets call 609399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/ boxoffice

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A complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight.

JANUARY 2020 1 FIRST DAY SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA

Shop for tremendous bargains in Downtown Ocean City, Asbury Avenue from 6th-14th streets.

1 FREE HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDES

2-5pm. Join the merchants and Chamber in kicking off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas.

Noon-3pm in front of City Hall, 9th and Asbury Avenue.

EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY THROUGH DECEMBER 22 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 8-11am, location TBD.

Pre-register or race day 11am-12:30pm at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk.

For more information, runawayac@comcast. net or 609-861-0674.

FREE HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDES

1 FIRST DAY AT THE BEACH

Noon-3pm in front of City Hall, 9th and Asbury Avenue.

PHOTOS WITH SANTA Noon-3pm at the Music Pier.

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1 FIRST DAY 5K BOARDWALK RUN

2pm at the Music Pier, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace. Featuring Ocean City’s first dip in the ocean for the New Year.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER Ocean City Free Public Library

November 4, 18 December 2, 16 The Art of Mindful Living & Meditation Workshop hosted by Kate Lutz. Free and open to the public.

November 9 Meet author Delia Owens, "Where the Crawdads Sing." 2pm at the Music Pier. Seating is open to the public on a first come, first serve basis. Doors open at 1pm.

November 5, 19 December 3, 17 Young Adult Book Club 3pm grades 7 and up. Free books, free snacks.

Classic Movie Nights November 4 - Forrest Gump November 18 - L.A. Confidential December 2 - It's a Wonderful Life December 16 - A Christmas Story 6 - 8:30pm. Free admission. Chris Maloney Lecture Hall.

Ocean City Historical Museum December 7 Arts and Crafts Fair

December 9-13 Mrs. Claus' Market open from 10am-7pm for shopping.

Ocean City Arts Center

November The Juried Art Show will feature 45 entrees that will hang on the wall. Awards will be given for best of show, second place, third place and honorable mention.

December OC Arts Center pottery students will exhibit hundreds of pieces of pottery for sale for Christmas.

For a full list of events, visit www.oceancitylibrary.org.

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OCEAN CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM Arts & Crafts Fair • December 7 - 9am-3pm Mrs. Claus’ Market is open December 9-13 from 10am-7pm for your shopping experience!

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>>> A LOOK INSIDE

Impala Island Inn

By Jennifer Wean

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T'S THAT TIME AGAIN, fall is here and winter is right around the corner.

With the cooler temps, I can't help but think back to the warmer times of summer and my frequent beach trips, tanning, splashing in pools and the ocean, and walking around the Boards and Downtown in shorts and flip flops. Soon, temps will drop even more, the first snow storm will hit, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll all be inside for a snow day. That's when I really start wishing I was in Ocean City. Luckily for all of us Ocean City isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just for summer vacations.

In the winter (and in the snow!), a nice mid-week or weekend trip to the island is a fun way to escape the doldrums. Once you've decided to come visit the beach in all seasons... it's time to plan where to stay. There are loads of places open year round like the Flanders, the Port O Call, and this month's featured spot, the Impala Island Inn. The Impala is one of the main stays in town. It's nestled right in the center of it all, which is good in summer and also in the second season (shops and eateries are all close by). They are at 1001 Ocean Avenue, right off of the Boardwalk and the beach.

You can park your car in the spot provided and not move it again until you leave if you wish.

They have queen rooms, king and deluxe and one or two bedroom apartments. The views are east side, which of course is towards the beach, pool side which overlooks the pool area and parking lot and south which is facing 11th Street. Their rooms come with all the conveniences and amenities that help make your stay easy and stress free.

Another noteworthy feature is that service support animals are also welcome to stay at this property.

If you are looking for a room that's a bit larger, has enough space for a bigger family, fully equipped kitchen with a separate dining area you can try their sister properties Wild Dunes and Ebb Tide Suites.

All three are located in the same block.

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for you, you can easily use the property map to locate the room that best fits your needs.

If you're looking to plan your stay along with a specific event, the Impala's website has that too. There's a calendar of events, suggestions for rainy day activities and listings of places to see and things to do in the area.

I hope your snow-filled dreams now include a trip to Ocean City to break up the long winter with a stay at the Impala Island Inn.

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Local Ocean It’s History This 1925 aero-view of the Gardens shows a lot of vacant land.

This 1949 aerial view, looking towards the Seaspray Road and East Atlantic Boulevard intersection, shows how erosion was damaging the Gardens. The pilings standing upright along the ocean’s edge are the former foundations of beachfront homes.

Storms Shaped the Gardens from 1879 to 1949

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The bridge, connecting Ocean City and Longport, was formally opened on October 25, 1928.

Herman K. Kimble’s house, built in 1940, was most elaborate private estate along the New Jersey coast.

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N SEPTEMBER 10, 1879, Methodist ministers Ezra B. Lake, S. Wesley Lake, James E. Lake, and William H. Burrell sailed from Pleasantville to examine the barrier island of Peck’s Beach that they were considering buying in order to establish a religious resort community. The men landed on the northern tip of the island.

Geographically, the north end of Ocean City grew tremendously from 1879 to 1930. The growth was attributed to storms causing the sand from Longport to drift across the Egg Harbor Inlet. By 1930, Longport had lost ten blocks of its south end.

An article in the January 1, 1903 Ocean City Sentinel reported the new ground: “Ocean City is, beyond a doubt, a good 1000 feet wider than when the city was founded in 1880. This is owing to the manner in which the beach has made up, and has been largely accomplished within the past ten years.”

By 1908, developers noticed the growing north end and they advertised: OCEAN CITY GARDENS; The Finest Resort on the Atlantic Coast. A few houses were built, but the development was slow.

The Ocean City Yacht Club moved into their new building on Battersea Road in 1912.

On August 24, 1912 the large beautiful clubhouse was formally opened.

“CITY DECIDES TO BUILD BOARDWALK IN NORTH SECTION” was the headline in the May 23, 1924 Ocean City Sentinel-Ledger. The article reported the extension of the boardwalk from North Street to East Atlantic Blvd. The 1,516 feet addition was ready for the summer of 1925.

The bridge, connecting Ocean City and Longport, was formally opened on October 25, 1928. The toll for automobiles was 25 cents. A strip of five tickets cost one dollar.

On January 1, 1937, the U. S. Coast Guard moved out of their old station on the corner of 4th Street and Atlantic Avenue and into their new home in the Gardens lagoon. The

The Ocean City Yacht Club moved to this building on Battersea Road in 1912. It was badly damaged during the 1944 hurricane and repairs were not made.

The Gardens Parkway is the beautiful approach to the Ocean CityLongport Bridge.

NEW GROUND article from January 1, 1903 Ocean City Sentinel.

On January 1, 1937, the U. S. Coast Guard moved into their new station in the Gardens. following day the new 96-foot flagpole was erected and the flag was raised.

In 1938, the U. S. Coast Guard closed its Stenton Place lookout tower and began using its new 50-foot tower on the East Atlantic Boulevard beach. “$250,000 Estate is Created Along Bayfront” was the headline in the March 20, 1940 Ocean City Sentinel-Ledger. The article began, “If proof is needed that Ocean City is a highly desirable spot for seaside enjoyment, it can be found conclusively in the fact that the resort is the locale for the most elaborate private estate along the New Jersey coast.” The owner was Herman K. Kimble, general manager of the Kimble Glass Company of Vineland.

Hurricanes and tropical storms in the 1930s did a job on Gardens’ beaches, but the worst came on September 14, 1944. “2 Dead, Scores Hurt, Loss Millions In Worst Storm In History of City; Ocean City Is Hit Hard,” was the headline in the September 15, 1944 edition of the Atlantic City Press. Houses located along East Atlantic Boulevard were badly damaged, and the boardwalk in the Gardens was completely ruined.

“City Takes Final Big Step To Conquer Beach Erosion” was the headline in the April 20, 1950 Ocean City Sentinel-Ledger. Jetties were the answer to end the erosion along the Garden beaches, and a stone bulkhead was built along the beachfront.

This 1908 ad for the Ocean City Gardens received a lot of attention.

This 1926 aerial view shows The Gardens before it was well developed. The boardwalk extended to East Atlantic Boulevard. It was destroyed during the 1944 hurricane and never replaced. The dredge, in the top center of the photo, is filling in the beach.

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The Amazing Chadakazam

By Lauren Avellino Turton. Photos provided by Chad Juros.

Everyone has a story. Chad Juros’ is a magical miracle.

In 1991, at the age of three, Chad was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, and admitted as an inpatient at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

“Chad’s diagnosis came on my birthday, October 21, 1991, and it was the worst feeling in the world,” recalled Chad’s mom, Penny. “My husband and high school sweetheart, Don, was very calm and rational, never a worry wart. The second we got the diagnosis, he hugged me and said ‘Start worrying, Pen. This is as bad as it gets.’ I knew we were in trouble.”

The Juros’ frightened little boy away from their Egg Harbor Township home was in desperate need of something positive to distract him from his illness.

“My dad was a dentist at the time in Northfield, but he’d close every single Tuesday to come up and be with me,” recalled Chad. “I couldn’t go outside because I didn’t have a normal immune system. He wanted an activity for us to do together to bond, so he started performing magic for me. I thought it was perfect.”

Chad’s cancer went into remission, and he began living a normal childhood, could play outside, and hang out with friends.

Until 1995. At the age of seven, Chad had a relapse.

It turned out all the medicine and treatments were just masking the disease.

“I went from an 80 percent chance of living to five percent overnight,” he said. “I was admitted to CHOP again, and this time around, it was a lot scarier. I was a little older then, and could better understand what was going on.”

“Don left his patient in the dental chair and raced to CHOP. As he walked off the elevator on the cancer floor, he squeezed Chad so tight, Chad said ‘I thought he squeezed the cancer right out of me.’ And then Don collapsed, and so did I,” Penny said. “We were scheduled to go to Disney, and Chad begged his doctors to go, and they said no. Within

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one week, he was in the first of many comas, on breathing machines, feeding tubes, couldn’t walk or talk, had to wear diapers, and was in extreme pain.”

Once Chad came out of his first coma three weeks later, Don and Penny thought time was running out.

“He needed a bone marrow transplant, but no one in the world matched him, so instead he did an experimental protocol that only five children were ever on, and they all died. But we had to fight,” Penny explained. “Don said, ‘I can’t teach him tennis like I did for his sister, Faith. I can’t build rockets with him, or golf, but I can sit by his bedside and teach him magic,' and so he did.”

“My father was my best friend, and once again, every Tuesday he’d come up to see me. This time, though, he started teaching me magic,” said Chad. “My hospital room became a ‘magic haven,’ where I could concentrate on new tricks, rather than the scary hospital things around me.”

“When he was in a coma, we played magic videos in his room, and when he wasn’t, he always had a deck of cards in his hand,” said Penny.

“I became a sick little boy deteriorating by the day,” said Chad. “I was a showman though, performing for the doctors,

nurses, other patients. So they dubbed me ‘The Magical Chadakazam.’ Through every test, every treatment, I’d practice my tricks and felt everything would be ok. That was the best magic trick of all. I wasn’t supposed to make it, but I was!”

“When Chad was having a good day, the doctors would allow him a pass for his dad to take him to a magic shop in Philly, but only for 90 minutes,” she said. “He had to rush back for more chemo. After 17 months, Chad magically got better.”

When Chad was released from CHOP, he went home with a backpack full of fluids to keep him healthy.

“That didn’t matter to me. I was ready to get out and show my magic tricks,” he said.

He began performing in libraries and schools, and at birthday parties.

“I was only ten years old performing in Atlantic City at Gardner’s Basin, and at the Convention Center,” he explained.

Chad’s hair started growing back, and he started feeling much better.

“Not only did he survive, but he thrived,” Penny said.

When the White House learned of Chad’s amazing story, the then-First Lady Laura Bush invited him to a pediatric cancer conference on Capitol Hill. He was invited back to perform during the Easter Egg Roll in front of 17,000 people in 2004, 2005, and 2006.

“I was the youngest magician to ever perform at the White House,” he proudly said.

Then, life came crashing down once again. His father, an avid tennis player and healthy man, collapsed at the door one day after playing a match with his buddy.

“We immediately took him for an MRI. The doctors thought it was stress from me being sick, but 30 minutes later, he was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. He went seven years without realizing,” Chad remembered.

The doctors gave Dr. Donald Juros 11 months to live.

"My mom and dad did everything they could to find a treatment all over the country,” he said. “His quality of life was reducing rapidly.”

Chad’s father went into a nursing home at 39-years-old, the youngest patient the caregivers had ever seen.

Penny remembered when Chad was at CHOP due to complications, and Don was at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. “I’d wheelchair Chad through the corridors to see his best buddy. 15 months later, he died in my arms at the age of 41 in 2000.”

“He was a three-year-old trapped in a 41-year-old’s body,” he said. “I started performing for him by his bedside like he did me. My dad’s dying wish for me was to continue spreading my

magic around the world.”

Chad had a mission to carry on his father’s wish and legacy.

He started the Spread the Magic Foundation, raising funds and awareness for pediatric cancer.

“I’d perform benefit magic shows and school fundraisers, and gave all the proceeds to CHOP. I’d visit sick children and teach them. When I couldn’t be somewhere, I’d send DVDs of myself teaching simple bedside magic.”

In 2003, 15-year-old Chad suffered another horrible scare.

“He came to me at two in the morning in excruciating pain, saying he couldn’t close his eyes because the pressure was too painful,” said Chad’s mom.

Doctors said all the chemo he underwent caused bleeding from the brain, and he was admitted for emergency surgery.

The doctors warned him that if paralyzed, he may never do magic again. They told him and his family to “prepare for the worst.”

“When they were taking him into surgery, Chad said to the neurosurgeon, ‘please don’t take magic away from me. It’s all I have left of my dad,'” said Penny.

“Before I went into surgery, I picked up a deck of cards, shuffled them, showed off some fancy moves,” he laughed.

“When I woke up, I had tons of emails from the magician community. Penn and Teller and Lance Burton sent me best wishes. At 15-years-old, these idols of mine said they’d take me under their wing.”

Magic took off for Chad. He went to a magic convention in Las Vegas and met all of his idols. Then, came a surreal surprise for the young magician.

“In 2015, ABC’s Good Morning America surprised me, picked me up in Atlantic City in a stretch limo. My mom was sitting in the back,” he fondly remembered. “Then, the divider went down, and sitting in the passenger’s seat was David Copperfield. He took me to the roof of Bally’s Casino and there was a huge flash mob on the beach cheering. Then, Copperfield took me to his secret museum, which holds Houdini’s entire career. My wife, Lauren, and I got to see his show that night, and I got to go up on stage to do a trick. It was unbelievable!”

That same year, Chad appeared on Penn and Teller’s and Chris Angel’s hit shows. He’s also performed at several of Paul Newman’s camps for seriously ill kids, and is an international entertainer and motivational speaker.

“Chad is truly living proof that magic is real,” Penny said.

“I’m so humbled, so lucky, and so glad I can share my magic around the world, and fulfill my dad’s last wish.”

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Alyse’s Shoes 951 Asbury, 391-8859.

B&B 827 Asbury, 391-0046.

Bohemian Mama 741 Asbury, 9386466.

Bowfish Kids 956 Asbury, 938-1901.

Flying Carp Clothing Gallery 745 Asbury, 391-1546.

Could Be Yours 716 Asbury, 7034457.

Colette 900 Asbury, 525-0911.

Donna Gay Dillon 725 Asbury, 3990082.

Hearth & Sole 636 Asbury & 918 Asbury, 545-8562.

Pappagallo 744 Asbury, 398-4009.

Sunseekers 751 Asbury, 399-1640.

Ta Dah Nine and Ten block of Asbury, 398-6771.

Spinning Wheel 858 Asbury, 398-1157.

August Heart 715 Asbury, 399-1565.

Blind Express 916 Asbury, 399-9940.

Butterfly Boutique 1125 Asbury, 3910812.

Glazed Over 704 Asbury, 398-8880.

P. Francis 846 Asbury, 399-5570.

Spotted Whale Coastal chic home goods and gifts. 943 Asbury, 840-6667.

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Animal House Everything for your pet including Made-in-the-USA products. 705 Asbury, 398-3771.

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Harbor Outfitters 625 Asbury, 9380175.

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Rauhauser’s 721 Asbury, 399-1465.

7th Street Surf Shop Clothing, sunglasses, surfboards. 720 Asbury, 398-7070.

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Seagrass Boutique 752 Asbury, 9382398

Island Beach Gear Stop by on your way to the beach! 9th & Bay, 7883836.

Sea Oats 710 Asbury, 398-8399.

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Mia's Christmas Gallery Text and photos by Bill Barlow

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ERE’S to a sloth-filled Christmas.

Not sloth as in that most benign of the Seven Deadly Sins, although a bucket of eggnog and a pound of cookies may help encourage a slothful afternoon. This is about the slowmoving arboreal mammal native to South and Central America.

On Christmas trees.

“This year, for some reason – I don’t know why – the sloth was big,” said Jim Saile. He and his wife, Jane, own Mia’s Christmas Gallery at 755 Asbury. The two sat down to talk Christmas recently, along with their store manager, Carol Phillips.

“I think someone just sat at their desk and thought, ‘this is cute,’” adds Jane.

The store does most of its buying for the year in January. That’s when they attend a big trade show in Atlanta, where most of the major distributors show their lines for the year.

“The first time you go there, you’re just overwhelmed,” said Jim. They also buy from some smaller companies that are not represented at the show, including some artists that craft ornaments with a local theme, including small Ocean City lifeboats and lifeguard stands.

“Anything that says Ocean City is usually very popular,” Jim said.

Flamingos and cactus themes are also big this year, Carol adds, as are sharks, baby or grown.

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said. Carol does most of that, which can include adding someone’s name, a date or event to an ornament.

“I did 35 last Saturday,” Carol said, with hints of pride in her voice. “It’s something personal they can give as a gift.”

Ornaments capturing activities like fishing or marching band, careers like nursing, education or the armed services, or almost anything else can be found at the store. Jane said some customers have told her if Mia’s doesn’t carry it, the ornament likely does not exist.

A pop culture section includes ornaments depicting the rock band Kiss and the Grateful Dead, Elvis, Betty Boop and more. Mia’s also includes a sports section, with logos from professional and college teams as well as others for participation sports, celebrating soccer, basketball, baseball, and more.

It took Jim years to find a rugby ornament, he said, after many requests. Carol said she’s still looking for one shaped like a pierogi, after a customer asked for one.

Jim said when they travel, he and Jane often buy an ornament as a souvenir. Each year, as they decorate their

>>>>VERY MERRY Left to right: Mia's owners Jane and Jim Saile with store manager Carol Phillips.

One of the thousands of ornaments at Mia's.

tree, they talk about the places they’ve been, he said. They see the same thing in Ocean City.

“I can’t tell you how many customers tell us ‘I come here every year and pick out an ornament for the tree,’” Carol said.

Entering the store from the brilliant sunshine on Asbury Avenue can take a moment of adjustment, and not just as your eyes get used to the light. The store is packed with thousands of ornaments, decorations and displays pieces. On this visit, a display of white porcelain stands near the door, next to a Santa that’s close to life size. Carol changes the front display regularly, highlighting newly arrived pieces or adjusting to the season.

It’s always Christmas time at Mia’s, mostly, but there are also some autumnal displays and other holidays, including a Halloween corner that combines the whimsical and the creepy.

That includes a decorated Halloween tree that moves and creaks, which Carol said always draws customers to that section.

There is also a section for weddings and an area devoted to figurines, including some featuring Disney characters. A small but growing Hanukkah section sells well, Jim said.

Neither Jim nor Jane had any experience in retail when they decided to buy Mia’s from its founder in 2012. He’s a CPA and tax attorney while she is the tax collector in the Montgomery County community where they live year-round. In the summer, they are often in town from Thursday to Sunday, but they rely on Carol to keep the store on track.

Their retail Christmas story really begins with their own tree.

“When we were first married our tree had glass ornaments. My

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mom had given us some that she had collected over the years,” Jane said. “For the longest while, Jim kept saying he wanted a shop. He wanted to sell ornaments.”

On trips to Stone Harbor, he was mostly content to sit on a bench, until they reached a Christmas store. There, he was happy to spend time. When Mia’s opened on the Boardwalk around 1999, Jim said, he thought he got beat out.

Jane has been coming to Ocean City for years, staying at the Northwood on Fourth Street when it was a $6-a-night boarding house. Jim has known Ocean City even longer. His grandfather owned a boarding house across from the Boardwalk near 14th Street.

When Mia’s came up for sale, Jim was the one who contacted the Realtor. They bought the store in 2012.

“We bought it six weeks before Sandy,” he said. The storm didn’t do much damage to the store but did hurt business throughout the shore.

In 2017, they signed a lease to move the store to the Downtown, where there has been a steady shift toward boutiques.

“We felt that we would better serve our clients here on Asbury,” he said. It’s taken a little while, but customers are discovering the new location. The fall Block Party in 2018 seemed to be a breakthrough.

“They’re finding us. We got the front painted and a new sign,” Jim said. “It just seems to be picking up and people seem to really like the store.”

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Port O Call hosted an annual party and toy collection for Waves of Caring.

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T’S A story told and retold, in Ocean City and around the world. Even in an affluent community, say in a popular seaside resort, some children do not get what they need.

In the school district, hundreds of students rely on free lunches.

“If they can’t afford food Monday through Friday, what happens during winter break and spring break,” said Jim Smith during a recent conversation.

Three years ago, he became Ocean City’s new fire chief. He also heads the board of directors for Waves of Caring, a longstanding organization that has worked to ensure happy holidays for generations of young residents.

Waves of Caring was already well established when Smith began as an Ocean City firefighter in 1994. It started in the late 1980s, he said, an organization of city employees volunteering their time and efforts to make sure the kids who needed it most got a happy Christmas.

They distributed donated clothes, food and toys each year.

“One of the older firemen pulled me aside and said, ‘Hey, you need to help Linda McIntyre.’ So I went over to her,

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IN THE BIZ said how can I help,” Jimmy said. She was then working as the mayor’s secretary and a driving force behind Waves of Caring. She later served as the city clerk in her 44-year career with the city.

The effort that would one day become Waves of Caring began in the 1980s, according to Linda. Collection bins were set up along Asbury Avenue. After a few more years, the city took over the effort, with Linda tapped as the chairperson. At this point, in 1992, it became known as Waves of Caring and was run out of the city’s public relations department.

“It got so big that I asked the city if I could make it a non-profit, and the city said yes,” Linda said. Waves of Caring launched as a separate entity in 2005, although many city employees remained involved.

Then and now, families apply through the city’s public assistance office and are required to show a proof of income and Ocean City residency.

By 2012, Linda was looking to step away from Waves of Caring. By this time, Jim was on the board of directors and stepped up as chairman.

“This is her baby,” Jim said of Linda. “I just kind of took over.”

Waves of Caring members work closely with other organizations, like the Clothes Closet, which launched in 1995 and continues at 555 West Avenue. Waves may send a family there for a new coat, while Waves may buy a warm comforter.

Teachers in the Ocean City school district help advise where the need is greatest.

Jim sees strength in that cooperation.

“We’ve definitely made a lot of inroads and partnerships with the different agencies and churches in town,” he said.

The organization also works closely with the Ocean City Food Cupboard,

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which has run for years out of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church at 501 Eighth Street. Jim wanted to ensure that others got credit for their extensive work.

The other board members include Jim’s mom, Pat Smith, Debbie Buckley, Dana Linthicum and Frank Donato, the city finance director. Jim and Frank are the only two city employees now on the board.

Those involved say they want to keep the efforts on the island.

“We want an Ocean City address. One of the main focuses of Waves of Caring is that the money stays in town,” Jim said. “Other than that, we want to help as many families as possible.”

The organization still works to make sure every kid in town has presents to open over the holidays, even if their parents can’t afford it. The program is open to any family that calls Ocean City home.

It’s not just toys. The organization has also fulfilled requests for a warm winter coat, books and food. There is also a one-timeonly offer of financial help for families in an emergency if there is no other aid available.

It could range from $45 to $1,000, Jim said, depending on the need. He used examples like someone who can’t afford the bus pass to get to work because they had to fill a child’s prescription, a leak needs fixing or a utility bill needs paying to keep the lights on.

In 2002, Waves of Caring established a scholarship fund in memory of Trish Tolomeo, who owned Sea Oats on Asbury Avenue with her husband, Skip. She was an active member of the Waves of Caring committee, Linda said, and Jim said she was always ready to help.

Waves of Caring helps keep kids fed.

With hundreds of students in Ocean City schools receiving free lunches, the organization began to wonder what happens when school is out. Jim said the

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organization was looking for new ways to help, possibly with advice or financial support. One way was to provide a bag of groceries to families for the winter and spring breaks, to make it easier to feed children who would otherwise get a hot meal in school each day.

“It’s just something to keep the kids going for a week,” Jim said. Working with St. Peter’s, he said, they also offer food each Friday at the Son Club, an after school program at the Ocean City Tabernacle.

That free program includes students from the Primary School who get walked the couple of blocks, and from the Intermediate School, who get a bus.

Jim described it as an excellent program, one in which his own children participate.

“We know they’re safe. Their homework is getting done. There’s a physical activity,” he said.

At one point, the chief said, the firefighters’ union helped keep Waves of Caring afloat financially and the toys were

distributed from the back of a fire truck on Christmas Eve, something that changed before Jim started with the fire department.

“By the time I get involved, she had a very good application program going,” he said.

“They were trying to make sure that the right people received the toys. The neediest, I guess, is the best way to say it.”

By 1996, the organization started asking for new toys only, “Which wasn’t that hard of an ask in this town, fortunately.”

The organization made use of the old youth center that once stood across from the original Ocean City High School, demolished more than a decade ago before the new school was built. Later, toys were distributed from the city building at the Eighth Street playground, then from a church.

For the past seven years, the organization has used the Kull Center at the Ocean City Tabernacle, a large and versatile meeting space.

Some years, the organization had personal

shoppers to fulfill some special requests.

“We started giving out bikes. Our issue was that we got too big.”

The organization relied on volunteers, who could not always commit enough time to handle what was needed.

Waves of Caring entered a partnership with the Toys for Tots organization. The families still get their toys, along with a food certificate supplied by the Ocean City Ecumenical Council. But the operation changed. Many of the former volunteers have retired. New volunteers, many who don’t work for the city, gather toys for the Ocean City families.

“Once we stopped doing the big toy operation that we had, the need for volunteers wasn’t as large,” Jim said. “You can’t lose focus that we’re doing it for the kids.

“We always err on the side of what’s good for the neediest, all the while keeping a balance on being a good caretaker for the finances.”

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THE EC O L O G Y OF OC E AN C I TY

by Avery Nunn

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COLOGY, IN SHORT, IS THE STUDY OF living things within a certain environment and their interactions; the study of ecosystems. Ecosystems describe the web or network of relations among organisms at different scales of organization. In Ocean City, we have a glorious and vibrant range of interactions between species from the sweet, slow paced turtles of the marsh islands in our bay to the exuberant dolphin that leap from the sea at sunset, for those strolling the Boardwalk to admire.

As humans our interactions with other species throughout the island can vary from a seagull stealing a donut or french fry right from our hands to a small child exploring the jetties and spotting tiny crabs between the stones. Ocean City is a home for us all, and our coexistence and admiration for other species is one of the things that makes it so special.

In regards to our relationship with birds on the island, most people may primarily think of the seagulls along the Boardwalk and beaches, laughing and squawking as they scan for ways to snag some of our food. Although at times cute and nostalgicsounding, seagulls and humans don’t necessarily have the best relations (lets just be glad that they aren’t carnivorous).

However, one of the hidden-gem places to spot wildlife is just off of the 9th Street bridge. A beautiful and lush grove sits along the marshes next to the Welcome Center, with tall trees and nests that are the home to many beautiful birds. This beautiful stretch of rookery often goes unnoticed or overlooked by those ready to make it through the weekend bridge traffic, but in the peaceful early mornings, folks make their way to the bridge – with their binoculars and large-lensed cameras at the ready – to spot various herons, ibises, egrets, gulls, terns, and rails.

For some, viewing the birds while on summer vacation has become a golden-hour ritual, watching the sun go down in the distance as the birds caw and hang about the trees. As someone who doesn’t know much about birds (and frankly, is a little freaked out by them at times), it is always fascinating to see the avid bird-goers look onto the grove with such admiration and magic in this little piece of our ecosystem.

Near by, in the marshes surrounding the bridge along the bay, turtles help to keep the wetlands clean by eating small insects, plants that grow in the water, and even small decaying fish. Box and snapping turtles are fast swimmers, but at the same time are quite curious and gentle. At my grandparents’ house along 18th and the bay, we often see small turtles relaxing about our dock, taking in the sun. Although some turtles face threats on the island with roadways that go along the marshlands (pay attention to the turtle crossing signs!), we have ways of helping them as well. If you’re lucky, you may see a sea turtle in OC from time to time. Just a few weeks ago, a 140-pound loggerhead sea turtle was found floating around OC looking quite sickly, struggling to swim and covered in barnacles (a sign of illness). She was hospitalized and is being treated at the nearby nonprofit, Sea Turtle Recovery.

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BIRDS AND THE MARSH

DOLPHIN, SHARK AND AQUATIC INTERACTION

What I find most intriguing and exciting are our interactions with and sightings of the larger marine species…

Dolphin are one of my favorite animals. They are mammals just like us, are extremely playful and intelligent, and have even been known to at times go out of their way to help other aquatic species in danger. My favorite Ocean City examples of this kind of interaction come from my father's memories. He was out surfing on Stenton Avenue with my cousin Eric when they saw dolphin lingering near them around the jetty, most likely feeding on small fish. As if seeing them so closely while sitting on the surfboards wasn’t enough magic for one lifetime, there was another instance where, as my father was riding a wave, a dolphin popped out of the water and joined him in cruising along the coast. He recalls thinking that although dolphin are so beautiful and cute, and that although its size gave him a bit of a surprise.

“I’m just glad sharks dislike active surf,” he said.

However, it seems this summer that with the tracking of Miss May (the famous 800 pound great white that has been passing through each year) people have been more interested and in tune with local sharks. I recently had a conversation with my friend Julia Groeber, an intern at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, to discuss the aquatic life in our area further.

“The marine life in New Jersey is very interesting,” she said. “New Jersey is unique in the aspect that it experiences all four seasons, so you can see tropical fish as well as cold water fish.

Due to weather changes as well as the migration of some of their prey, there have been a lot of shark sightings recently. There’s also been a lot of stingray or skate sightings.”

Although sharks have been labeled with the unfortunate rep for being terrifying eatingmachines that will leave you needing a bigger boat, they are an integral part of the ecosystem and serve as an indicator of ocean health and usually pose little-to-no threat on human life.

As predators, they shift their prey’s spatial habitat, which alters the feeding strategy and diets of other species. Through the spatial controls and abundance, sharks indirectly maintain the seagrass and coral reef habitats.

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While fishing and the environment are inextricably linked and if done incorrectly can result in a negative ecological impact, the majority of anglers develop a deep sense of responsibility when it comes to protecting, enhancing and preserving the aquatic environment. Although I’m not a fisherman myself by any means, both living and working with avid fishermen has allowed me to catch a glimpse into the lifestyle.

My cousins and uncle will leave our house well before sunrise (usually around 3:15am) to get onto the boat in the hopes of catching our family a nice dinner. Other fishermen walk along the jetties at sunrise and sunset, hoping that bluefish isn’t the only thing they find. Fishing has a way of fulfilling an age-old need of pursuing and catching. The thrill lies in the challenge, while also creating a space for stress relief, unplugged social bonding, self fulfillment at any age, and even dietary health benefits.

Although bluefish are often what is caught both by fishermen on the jetties and out on the sea, once in a while there are others that come along.

“You will primarily see crabs and maybe some shrimp hiding in the rocks of the jetty, usually it’s small creatures that live in or under the rocks,” said Julia. “However, a lot of people don’t realize the biodiversity of marine life in New Jersey. Depending on the time of year, migration patterns, and animals following food you can see anything from tropical fish like mahi-mahi to more cold water animals like lobster and seals.”

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St. John Lutheran Church as it looks today at the corner of 10th and Central in Ocean City, NJ

Needlepoint cushions and mural designed by artist Austin Bechtold, Jr.

The annual Oyster, Ham and Chicken dinner was a popular community event for many years, beginning in 1958.

The ground at 10th and Central is dedicated in 1919 in this vintage photo.

Services were sometimes held on the Ocean City Boardwalk with special speakers during WWII.

The first church building was transported to the corner of 10th and Central from Woodhaven, New York in 1924. This photo was taken a year later.

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IN Time.

By Janet Yunghans

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N A SUNDAY MORNING in late July, council members of St. John Lutheran Church in Ocean City gathered outside the sanctuary to break through a small section of the wall. They were looking for a hidden scroll. According to church archives, in 1950, a scroll of children’s names had been placed in the cornerstone of a new addition. They seemed certain that this must be the place as they cut into the interior wall. It was located at the cornerstone, and appeared to have been patched. As they cut away the sheetrock, they found only the cornerstone, without any access to the scroll that was supposedly hidden within.

The members of the church council began their search to help commemorate the 100th Year Anniversary of St. John Lutheran Church, located at the corner of 10th and Central in Ocean City. They celebrated throughout the month of September, beginning with a Rally Day on Sunday, September 8. Celebrations continued with a luncheon and visit from Bishop Tracy Bartholomew, who preached at both the 8am and 10:30 am services on September 22. The celebration culminated with a community service project on September 29.

The council members are eager to find the scroll, which may contain names of past and present members of the congregation, whom they wish to include in the 100th year anniversary celebrations.

Archives show that a congregation of Lutherans worshiped in Ocean City as early as 1906. They gathered in a variety of places including a Baptist Church (between 8th and 9th on Asbury Avenue) and the Knights of Pythias Hall (705 Asbury – once the location of H. G. Steelman’s Grocery Store) as well as the “Casino Club” located at Moorlyn Terrace and the Boardwalk.

In late August 1919, a certificate of incorporation was taken out in Ocean City, and the model Constitution of the United Lutheran Church in America was adopted. This set the stage for the eventual dedication of the land at the corner of 10th and Central and while services were held in private homes and locations on the Boardwalk, plans were made to build a church building.

In November 1924 a church building was purchased and moved from Woodhaven, New York.

It was brought to Ocean City and erected on the dedicated land at the corner of 10th and Central, where St. John Lutheran Church stands today.

The cost of the building was $1650.00, plus $600 for transportation.

The Reverend O. W. Aderholdt was the first regular pastor, serving through 1926. A succession of pastors followed, as the church passed through hard times during the Great Depression. Prior to World War II, the church structure was remodeled and a new organ was installed in 1938.

As Hitler invaded parts of Europe in 1939, the church began to expand as the citizens of Ocean City and surrounding communities sought solace in worship. The Reverend Frank F. Adler accepted the call to the joint parish of Grace Lutheran Church, Somers Point and St. John in Ocean City. As summer approached services continued on the Boardwalk, as well. Dr. Ross H. Stover preached to a full house at the Strand Theater. Lights in town and on the Boardwalk were dimmed to protect from U-boat activity off-shore.

In order to accommodate their growing congregation, the church building was lengthened by 30 feet and the seating capacity was increased to 350 in 1941.

Following the war, it became apparent that the church would need to be enlarged again. Ground-breaking ceremonies took place on July 16, 1950 and the generosity of the growing congregation allowed the council to raise the $25,000 that was needed to build the addition The new cornerstone was laid on September 3, and a scroll with names of the children was placed inside.

By spring, the sanctuary took the shape of a Cruciform as it stands today.

Worship took place in the new church on Holy Thursday, March, 22, 1951.

Church membership had grown from 35 in 1943 to over 250 members in 1951. The new sanctuary could seat 450 people.

In 1956, a second site of worship was added on the island, with the building of St. John’s Chapel at 36th and West Avenue. It was sold seven years later to a Baptist congregation, when council made the decision to expand the 10th Street location.

In 1973, a new addition was completed after four years of work, that included a ground floor with social hall, kitchen, classrooms, library, lounge and pastor’s study. The sanctuary was remodeled with new stained glass windows in the cubist style. The dedication was officiated by the Rev. D. Richard Garrison.

The mission of St. John Lutheran Church was captured in a new logo that was introduced when the Rev. Albert E. Alspach became pastor in 1980. The logo depicts a sounding whale as the symbol of the sea, along with a soaring eagle, the traditional symbol of St. John the Evangelist.

Visitors to St. John today often remark about the beautiful kneeler cushions that surround the altar. During the 1980’s women of the congregation stitched the kneelers using an ocean design created by artist Austin Bechtold, Jr. The artist was also commissioned to paint the mural of Christ that hangs above the altar today. The model was congregant, Rick Adamson, who is still an active member of the church today.

In 1995, the congregation welcomed Rev. Mark Bruesehoff, who recently retired in May 2019. During his years of service, the church continued the tradition of the yearly Oyster, Ham & Chicken Dinner and sponsored many opportunities for adult religious education. Members of the congregation could be found on the Boardwalk each Good Friday, as they passed through the Stations of the Cross, often drawing a large crowd. Pastor Bruesehoff initiated many activities involving the youth of St. John, as well as the “Rejoicing Spirits” program designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

With the recent retirement of Rev. Bruesehoff, St. John Lutheran Church is at a crossroads. In May 2019, the congregation welcomed Reverend Charles Ferreri as Interim Pastor. He and Council members worked to celebrate the 100th anniversary and will continue their search for the 1950 scroll of children’s names. Visit www.stjohnlutheranoc.org for more information.

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BOOK OF THE MONTH A Boy Called Christmas Matt Haig Eleven-year-old Nikolas – nicknamed “Christmas” – has received only one toy in his life: a doll carved out of a turnip. But he’s happy with his turnip doll, because it came from his parents who love him. Then one day his father goes missing, and Nikolas must travel to the North Pole to save him.

Along the way, Nikolas befriends a surly reindeer, bests a troublesome troll, and discovers a hidden world of enchantment in the frozen village of Elfhelm.

But the elves of Elfhelm have troubles of their own: Christmas spirit and goodwill are at an all-time low, and Nikolas may be the only person who can fix things – if only he can reach his father before it’s too late. . . .

Sparkling with wit and warmth, A Boy Called Christmas is a cheeky Christmas-classic-in-the-making from acclaimed author Matt Haig and illustrator Chris Mould.

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Think You Know Ocean City?

Sit back, get comfy in your beach chair and see how many questions you can answer!

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What comes first heading east on 34th Street… CVS or Wawa?

The 34th Street lifeguard headquarters is one story or two?

True or false - There is a rock jetty at 58th Street beach?

Where is Mia’s Christmas Gallery located?

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What kind of performer is Chad Juros?

When did the nonprofit Waves of Caring begin?

What does the organization do?

True or false – there is a mailbox for Santa’s letters Downtown?

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Where is St. John church?

Who according to legend is Santa Claus?

True or false: Rudolph is one of the original reindeer?

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Ocean City

Activities Guide

Atilis Gym OC's largest gym. 1214 West, 545-8830.

pool. 1735 Simpson, 398-6900.

FLY OCNJ Safe, thrilling parasailing adventures. 314 Bay, 398-1000.

Ocean City Arts Center Classes, shows, summer art camp. 1735 Simpson, 3997628.

Gillian’s Wonderland Pier Celebrating 90 years on the Boards. 6th and Boardwalk, 399-7082.

Ocean City Historical Museum Check out OC’s past through postcards, photos and exhibits. 1735 Asbury, 399-1801.

Greate Bay Golf Club 901 Mays Landing Road, Somers Point, 927-5071.

Ocean City Library Filled with DVDs, games, and books! 1735 Simpson, 3992434.

Greate Bay Racquet and Fitness 90 Mays Landing Road, Somers Point, 9259550.

OC Municipal Golf Course 12 hole, par 3. 26th and Bay, 399-5762.

Jilly’s Arcade Awesome arcade. Ten cent skeeball! 1172 Boardwalk, 385-1234.

Ocean City Parasail Safe and fun. 232 Bay, 399-3559.

Leading Edge Kite School Beginner and advanced kite surfing lessons. New hydrofoil board lessons. 215-498-5788.

OC Pops An Ocean City tradition. 5259248, oceancitypops.org.

Local Gym and Fitness Ocean City's complete gym. 908 Asbury, 545-8732.

Ocean City Tabernacle Shows throughout the summer. 550 Wesley Avenue, 399-1915.

OC Aquatic & Fitness Center Salt water

OC Theatre Company Broadway

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Pirate Voyages We’re going on a trip on our favorite pirate ship. 232 Bay, 3987555.

Playland’s Castaway Cove Over 30 rides, two mini golf courses, and Go Karts. 1020 Boardwalk, 399-4751.

Wet N Wild Waverunner Rentals 244 Bay, 399-6527.

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Ebb Tide Suites One and two bedroom apartments with balconies steps from beach. 1001 Little Atlantic Avenue, 391-9614.

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DESIGN Gone Native Ad design, brochures, rack cards, logos, more. 675-0867.

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Ocean City Dental Center 6th & West, 399-4542.

Ocean City Family Practice Center 500 6th Street, 3991862.

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REALTORS Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty 200 34th Street, 399-2500.

Monihan Realty Multiple locations.

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