Ocean City Magazine September 2019

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Contents

September/October 2019

Crowned One

The new Miss Ocean City 2020 Mary Grace Jamison. Photo by Kerri Janto.

Features 52 Up & Running

The OC Half Marathon is coming in September.

54 Farm Fresh

Misty Meadow Farm brings local dairy to our area.

56 Thrill Ride

We hit both amusement parks on the Boards for a fun afternoon.

On the Cover Glass mosaic artist Jill Snyder created this custom mosaic piece inspired by OC's doll house row. See Jill's work at www.facebook.com/ snydermosaics.

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5 Letter from the Editor

Shore Eats 6 10 12 16 18

In the Kitchen Battle Lobster Roll Famished Foodie Sunday Girl Eats Dining Guide

Local Ocean 20 21 21 22 24 28 30 32 34

The Look Adorable Creature Ocean City Workers The Interview Snapshots Sept/Oct Events A Look Inside: Pier 4 It’s History by Fred Miller Seasha

Shopping OC 36 40 46 48 50

Must Haves Sept/Oct Shop Guide Trends - OC School District In the Biz - SaltWorks Studio Ocean City Style

On The Beach 60 62 63 64

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

Services 66 68 70 72

Pets for Adoption Service Directory Real Tour Last Shot

From the Editor

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My three amigos killin' it at Goofy Golf

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HEN I was eight years old, the City Jet at Wonderland Pier was pretty much my Everest. It was big, fast, scary… but calling out my name to conquer it. And with my Aunt Jane sitting next to me as my sherpa, that’s exactly what I did, with my red jelly shoes on and hair flying in the wind. If someone had told me then that 34 years later, I’d be working on the penultimate issue of my tenth year of Ocean City magazine, leading my kids onto rides at the same pier, my permed head may have exploded. But that’s the magic of Ocean City. Like the ride Alien Abduction, things go full circle around these parts. As I watched my three kids smile so big, teeth I didn’t even know existed shined through and I knew that the circle was starting all over again.

Not only did we hit Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, we went epic and also hit up Playland’s Castaway Cove in the same afternoon. See Avery Nunn’s article about our excellent adventure on page 56.

The magic of the island is contagious. This summer I hope you and your family whipped your hair in the wind, whether it be on the beach, on a coaster, parasailing, on a boat, or on a bike. September, though it’s not freewheelin’ summer, is glorious in its own right. And in case you haven’t heard… October is the new September.

These months are packed with activities and events in OC. See our event listings on page 28 and plan your long weekends or week long vacations.

Inside these pages we go in the kitchen with Playa Bowls, hang on the sand at The Point, get the scoop on all the amazing things happening in the Ocean City School District, and share tons more for you to see and do.

See you on the beach!

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In the Kitchen

Playa Bowls Healthy, fun fare is served up by the bowlful at this Boardwalk eatery

by Sage Hurley

I've always liked healthy living- Joe Wallash Owner Joe Wallash and surfer Rob Kelly

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HE back of the Promenade Food Court is home to a hidden gem, Ocean City’s Playa Bowls. Known for its wide variety of bases and toppings, Playa Bowls is dedicated to serving happiness to both its customers and the surrounding community.

Seven years ago owner Joe Wallash was laid off from a job in pharmaceutical sales.

As he was casually paging through Surfer Magazine, he read an ad about açaí bowls, and thought to himself, “No one around

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here does anything like this.” From there came his idea to start a business venture into the world of açaí and fruit bowls.

Joe started his açaí journey in Stone Harbor, where he opened his first fruit bowl and smoothie business called Shore Juice.

“We had a limited menu at first, but it grew over the years. I spent a lot of time educating people about açaí bowls because they weren’t so popular back then,” said Joe. Açaí is one of the most popular bases for fruit bowls.

“Açaí berry is a Brazilian superfruit that grows on the açaí palm tree which is native

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to the Brazilian rainforest. Açaí berry contains three times more antioxidants than blueberries, fiber, heart healthy fats, and protein. Studies have shown it can even boost the brain, has possible anti-cancer effects, and can improve cholesterol levels,” said Joe. Two years later, couple Robert Giuliani and Abby Taylor were inspired to create a similar business after learning about açaí bowls during their summer surf trips to places like Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, California, and Hawaii. They hoped to bring the sensation of açaí bowls

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home to New Jersey, so they started with a blender, patio table, fridge, and freezer, and created a business of their own.

Similar to Joe, the couple was dedicated to educating customers about açaí and making it available at the Jersey Shore.

Coincidentally, Joe’s wife Samantha knows Robert and Abby, and because of their shared passion for teaching the public about the benefits of açaí and a similar business mindset, Joe, Abby, and Robert teamed up and introduced Joe to the Playa Bowls franchise in 2018.

Now, Joe owns three successful Playa Bowls locations. He has one in Stone Harbor, Cherry Hill, and our very own Ocean City.

“I’ve always liked healthy living. When I was working in pharmaceutical sales I kept thinking I was made for something better.

Although it’s harder, I love this so much more,” said Joe. On the daily, Joe’s determined to make sure the stores have everything they need for a successful day.

“Number one: I need to provide them

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with everything they need to make the customer experience the best it can possibly be. Number two: I need to give them everything necessary for the best possible product. Number three: It’s important to make sure everything is clean and organized,” said Joe. The Playa Bowls franchise consists of over 65 stores, but Joe makes sure that his business has that special Ocean City vibe.

When customers walk into the seating area, they are surrounded by the bright colors contrasting the black chalkboard menu and the blues and purples from the mural of surfers. The atmosphere of Playa Bowls’ cove of seating is a perfect match for Ocean City. There’s even a television that plays surf videos all day, including an ocean safety and awareness video by local organization, Ocean Positive.

“Ocean City has a huge surf community, and we want to support that. For example we have local surf pro Rob Kelly’s board to raffle off on Labor Day,” said Joe. In addition to educating people about

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the benefits of the product, and making sure his customers have a flawless experience, Joe is committed to getting involved in the Ocean City community.

Playa Bowls has been involved with many different groups within the community, including the Chip Miller Taste of OC, Ocean City Swim Team, the Skate Park, the Seven Mile Island Board Club, and more.

Joe brings together the community through his food.

One of the many enticing items on the menu is called the Ocean Positive bowl.

Its coconut base is a precise ocean blue made from blue majik spirulina, immediately transporting a hungry customers mind somewhere tropical. Its sweet base is topped with granola complemented perfectly with tangy blueberries and pineapple pieces, coconut shavings, and a

honey drizzle.

Although the bowl sounds like it couldn’t get any better, the story behind its creation makes it possible.

“I contemplated how to get more involved in the Ocean City community, and I reached out to my friend Bruckner Chase, who runs the nonprofit organization Ocean Positive based in Ocean City that’s devoted to bringing ocean safety and ocean awareness to the masses,” said Joe. From there, Bruckner and Joe teamed up to create the Ocean Positive bowl, and a portion of every purchase goes to the Ocean Positive organization.

“It’s fun to support a cause rather than be here just for yourself,” said Joe. The deliciousness of the bowl and the good it does for the community pleases both the mind and body.

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Making a bowl is a form of art. From the consistency of the base, to the exact amount of granola, and the creative array of fruit and other toppings, Playa Bowls employees spend their time making sure each refreshing bowl is crafted perfectly.

Their most popular bowl is the Nutella Bowl. Its creation begins at the base station, where the necessary ingredients for each individual base are blended to a specific consistency, then poured into a clear bowl marked with the franchise's greeting, “Welcome to Pineappleland.”

The variety of bases include the classic açaí, tropical pink pitaya, coconut, and green (kale, pineapple, banana). For the Nutella Bowl, it starts with an açaí base.

“Here at Playa, we use our very own açaí blend. Most bowl places all use the same distributor that provides a blend with only 30 percent açaí in the tubs. We are proud to use our own blend that contains around 75 percent açaí,” said Joe. Next, a healthy portion of crunchy granola is added as a layer. The granola adds texture and a different flavor from the fruit.

Last but certainly not least, the bowl graduates to the topping station. The topping station is an assortment of the vibrant colors of fresh fruit and the sweet smells of toppings like coconut, nutella, goji berries and honey.

“My favorite job is the toppings. I can be artistic with it,” said 21-year-old employee Maureen McLaughlin.

The colorful toppings not only add diverse flavors but also provide the iconic instagramworthy appearance.

The Nutella Bowl is a favorite to many, but locals and vacationers alike have go-tos they keep coming back for.

Ocean City local surf pro Rob Kelly frequents Playa Bowls after days spent in the ocean.

“They’re all so good, so I switch back and forth, but my favorite is Nutelloco,” said Rob. The Nutelloco is a coconut base topped with granola, banana, strawberry, raw cacao, coconut flakes, and nutella.

“I come here almost everyday after surfing,” said Rob. Playa Bowls isn’t strict to the sweet flavors of their many bases.

The business also offers poke bowls, a unique dish originated in Hawaii.

“Poke is best described as a deconstructed sushi roll. Poke means cubed, so that’s why all of the protein in the dish is cubed,” said Johnny Groves, an employees Joe refers to as, “The Poke Master.”

In Playa Bowl’s Classic Shoyu Ahi Tuna Bowl, cubed raw wild ahi tuna is the center of the dish.

It’s soy marinated, then paired with scallions, sesame, seaweed, cucumber, sweet onion, radish, carrots, and avocado.

“Avocado is great to pair with fish, because it provides something creamy to pair with the fat in fish. Radish, cucumber, and carrots are ingredients you usually wouldn’t see with fish, but they give it a really nice texture,” said Johnny.

In the dish, they use Shoyu sauce, which for Playa Bowls is a mixture of soy sauce, sriracha, honey, and sesame oil.

“You can get good food anywhere. We want to change the norm of customer service within summer business, and make customers feel appreciated,” said Joe. Playa Bowls is located at 744 Boardwalk.

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Shore Eats

Battle Lobster Roll

Lobster is tender, but firm!

Big, tender, juicy chunks!

Full disclosure here: I only accepted this assignment so I could use the word “wicked.” I mean, unless you’re from New England, its use isn’t exactly widespread. But it should be… so here goes… and please read the rest in a Boston accent or pretend you’re Mark Wahlberg as you read.

The Chatterbox makes a wicked good lobster roll. So wicked good in fact that I finished it within all of three seconds. Wicked, yah?

The lobster was tender but firm (as it should be), and was served on a New England style roll (top loading with

Phoebe told Ross that Rachel was his lobster, because she said, it’s a known fact that lobsters mate for life. But if lifelong love was her goal, she should have sent Ross to the Sandwich Bar for a Maine-style lobster roll. Big tender, juicy chunks of fresh lobster meat on a soft roll with a dash of butter and a hint of mayonnaise – this is what lobster love looks like. And the lobster roll at Sandwich Bar is guaranteed to never be on a break from deliciousness, unlike Ross who was always complaining “we were on a break!” This lobster roll has become a favorite among Ocean City peeps. It’s bursting with fresh lobster and the

She Said sides like sliced bread – perfect for toasting). I mean, you don't want a soggy roll... no suh! The roll was in fact toasted and the lobster was served with drawn butter.

Allow me to clarify what that means. Drawn (clarified) butter is silkier and more intense in flavor than regular butter. This attention to detail makes this lobster roll perfection in my mind. The seasoning was just right and the roll was served with crispy fries and slaw. I may not agree on their choice of football teams, but there’s no denying this sandwich is a wicked good choice for supper.

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THE POINT

The Famished Foodie hits the sand of The Point for a fresh air fantastic summertime experience

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TIKI bar for dinner?

Yes please. I mean who doesn’t love a good Tiki? The Brady Bunch devoted a double episode to Tikis and their powerful magic (be careful surfing, Greg!). And don’t forget Gilligan’s Island, Scooby Doo and, of course, Hawaii Five-O (book ‘em Dano). We’re talking cool breezes over the bay and drinks with umbrellas. What’s not to love?

So our entire crew including myself (I’m Albus), the always fabulous and fun Luna, along with Harry, Ron and Hermione, (collectively known as “the kids”) all dropped into The Point on a beautiful (and busy) Saturday night in August and discovered some good food, a good vibe and some live music – all of it happening under a big blue sky with beautiful bay views. All of it under the

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watchful eyes of Tiki guardians.

The Point is the newest hotspot on Somers Point’s famed Bay Avenue. Where once stood a large building housing a restaurant, there’s now sand, palm trees and a Tiki bar. I admit I was perplexed when they tore down the building.

And I was even more perplexed when I discovered that a new bar/restaurant was opening in its place. Without an actual building. But hey, it works!

The crew and I walked into a vibe that was casual and fun. The menu was simple yet thoughtful and the food was fresh and tasty. As we sauntered through the property we discovered a cool Tiki bar with sand for flooring and real tropical plants in the sand. I was in no hurry

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to leave as we chilled our way through dinner and cocktails. Even after dinner we were reluctant to leave but we had the kiddos with us and apparently under-21 needs to be out of there before 9pm.

Finding a table proved a bit of a challenge. The food was delicious and the service was great but the first-come, first-serve seating was not my favorite.

With all that space there should be ample seating and plenty of tables. It’s a new place and I’m sure they’re working out the kinks.

But once we settled in, we discovered a truly lovely spot with views of the bay and bridge, live music (happening every night), an accommodating staff and food that will bring me back.

“I really like this place,” said Luna.

“Now that we’re settled it’s chill and fun.

I get to people watch, I can see the bay and I’m happy here. I love the fresh air and it’s nice to sit in Adirondack chairs – it’s a cool way to eat. It’s a cool concept.”

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Within a few minutes of establishing home base, the kids were already making friends, playing in the sand (clean!) and wandering around. There’s plenty of space and the crowd included plenty of families getting a bite to eat.

We connected with our server Josh, ordered drinks and perused the menu which is small but with enough tasty-looking items to please the whole family. We decided on the crispy fried plantains and an order of the beef empanadas, along with the ginger-grilled chicken sandwich, a point burger and of course a couple orders of chicken tenders.

We sat back and soaked in the entire scene. It was a beautiful summer Saturday night with a slight breeze and plenty of sun (I found myself singing “Shiny” from the Moana sound track).

The main bar is down by the water with tables nearby. There’s another bar across the way and a server was selling cans of beer out of an ice tub – convenient. Stylish canopies provided some shade and the palms added a tropical touch. You can also rent a dedicated, canopy-covered space for parties or large groups.

Our food arrived not long after we ordered and my eyes landed first on the fried plantains. Served with a lime wedge and a sriracha honey drizzle, these babies were a sweet sensation.

They were nicely browned and caramelized and served with a mango salsa that gave this dish a nice kick of flavor. The plantains were fresh and had a nice texture – soft but firm and

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Ron and Hermione ordered chicken fingers (as always) and I was pleasantly surprised with their meals. The batter was light and crispy and the chicken was tender and yummy. We order a lot of chicken fingers and these were good and the kids (and me) ate them up. Which is also good.

Next up were the beef empanadas.

Empanadas, which are basically beef turnovers, are the perfect pastry for summertime Tiki dining; a crispy, flaky, crunchy-soft finger food. Served with cilantro, a lime wedge and a side of salsa verde crema

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that hit a good note. The beef was wellseasoned, juicy and had just the right amount of heat. The beef was wrapped in a light pastry that was cooked to a light brown. Empanadas are good for this scene; easy to eat, tasty and with enough substance to soak up some of the Moscow Mules that were delivered.

On to the chicken sandwich.

“I’m digging this chicken sandwich,” said Luna. “It’s topped with a tropical slaw and the role is soft and flavorful. I think it’s a Hawaiian role – how clever. And you can tell they’re using quality ingredients.”

Harry loves a good burger but at the same time will turn up his nose at a burger that doesn’t meet his standards. I chuckled when

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I looked over and his sandwich was mere crumbs.

“This burger is really good,” said Harry through a mouthful of potato chips. “I got it topped with bacon and they put plenty on there. These chips look homemade and are very tasty and crispy.”

As the sky darkened we reluctantly rose from our chairs, saluted the setting sun, popped one last plantain into our mouths and set sail for our minivan, er broomsticks. Our Tiki experience was a success and we called it a win. We’ll be back.

In the meantime, stay shiny.

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Apple Bottom Crumb Cake Muffins The perfect fall flavors swirl together in this sweet treat INGREDIENTS 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4 inch slices 3 tablespoons butter 2-3 tablespoons sugar 1 cup oil 2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 4 eggs

8 ounces sour cream 3 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 cup milk For the cinnamon sugar swirl: 1/2 cup sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon

DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 375ยบF. In a large pan over medium heat, combine the apple slices, butter and two to three tablespoons sugar. Cook apples until they are soft. Beat together the oil, sugar, vanilla, eggs and sour cream. Add the flour, salt and baking soda and mix to combine. Add the milk. In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Line the bottom and about a 1/8 inch of the sides of a non-stick muffin pan with the apples. Overlap if necessary so there are no gaps. Scoop the batter evenly in the muffin pan. Sprinkle in the cinnamon and sugar mixture and swirl with a toothpick. Sprinkle more cinnamon and sugar on top. Bake at 375ยบF for 5 minutes. Then reduce heat to 350ยบF and bake for an additional 15 to 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool five to 10 minutes. Gently remove each muffin and place upside down on a wire rack to finish cooling completely. Serve upside down for dessert or for a breakfast treat.

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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.

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

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

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

Jay’s Crabshack 737 Asbury, 399-4022.

Open year round.

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.

Jon & Patty’s Healthy, creative bistro fare.

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

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.

Mildred's Strathmere Restaurant Italian specialties, seafood. 901 Ocean Drive, Strathmere 263-8203.

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

Ocean City Restaurant Association Member restaurants all over the island.

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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.

Starbucks 1061 Asbury, 938-6905.

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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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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 CREATURE OF THE MONTH

Least Terns

The least tern is the smallest of the North American terns. It has a black-cap with a white forehead.

A black eye-line connects the black cap to the bill.

It has white underparts and gray upper body, wings and a forked tail. The least tern can be distinguished by its sulfur yellow bill, which has a black tip. In fall, the black cap retreats, with black covering only the back of the head and a line through each eye. The bill and legs also lose their yellow color, turning dusky to black. Sexes are similar in coloration but females are slightly smaller than males.

Least terns produce several calls, more musical and high pitched than other terns, and described variously as kip, kip, kip or kit-kit-kit, and kid-ick, kid-ick, and also a rasping zr-e-e-e-p. Calls are often given in such rapid succession that two or three birds can sound like a large flock. - conservewildlifenj.org

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

John Viehweger Polish Water Ice

Lisa Hurff Goofy Golf

Tony Polcini Tony P's House of Pie

What was your first concert? Michael Jackson.

What is on your bucket list? To retire and travel.

What is the craziest thing that you have done? Open up a pizza place.

What do you like to do on your day off?

Relax, ride my bike, and watch television.

What is your favorite place in the world besides Ocean City? Florida.

Favorite Ocean City memory? Frank Ruggieri from the Pops Orchestra.

What is your favorite sports team?

Philadelphia Flyers.

Are you binge watching anything on Netflix? Yes, Stranger Things.

What is your favorite ice cream? White mint chocolate chip.

What is your favorite TV show?

Impractical Jokers.

Who is your favorite performer? Pink.

What is your favorite movie? Legends of the Fall.

What is your most popular item on the menu? Polish Freeze Mango Vanilla.

Do you do any water sports? No.

What was the last book that you read? The Flight Attendant.

Any hobbies? Golf and basketball.

Would you ever jump out of a plane?

Sure.

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THE LOOK

Beach Days

September has some of the best beach days of the year. Ryan Coleman, Brian Bixler and Sam LaChance are wearing looks from 7th 20 Surf OCEAN CITY MAGAZINE SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2019 Street Shop.

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The Interview

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Nick Matousch catches a tune and an interview with OCHS student and pianist Scott Nuss

CEAN City, New Jersey has the slogan of “America’s Greatest Family Resort.” But like many great cities in America, does it have a theme song? It does now, thanks to the efforts of high schooler Scott Nuss, a piano player with a love for Ocean City and Billy Joel. The high schooler, upon moving from his home in Maryland, fell in love with his new home so much that he penned a theme song just for the town. As an extremely talented young musician, Scott has a passion for piano and his new town that words can hardly define.

How often do you practice?

I try to every day.

When did you first play start playing piano? How did you get into it?

I started when I was four. My brother Grant would play and I thought I should start playing.

What is your favorite song?

“Scenes from and Italian Restaurant” by Billy Joel. There are so many different slow and fast parts to it, and a lot of piano.

Do you work with a tutor or do you learn completely on your own?

My tutor is Andrew Hink, who works in the Ocean City Theatre Company.

I have been working with him for two years. He teaches vocals and song writing as well as piano.

What is one solid piece of advice he has given you?

Always stay confident and never doubt yourself.

Does Grant still play piano?

Is anyone else in your family a musician?

He played piano for a couple of months but quit. My mom used to play when she was younger.

Who are some other artists you admire?

I like Neil Diamond and Queen, the Eagles, just different bands from around that time period.

What concerts have you been to?

I've been to two Billy Joel concerts in Philadelphia, and the Beach Boys at the Music Pier. We are going to see Journey at the Hard Rock in Atlantic City this month.

What is your daily schedule like?

Usually when I get home from school I like to do fun activities like tennis and surfing. Then after dinner I do my homework and then I play piano however long I want.

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Do you play any other instruments?

I used to play cello and I'm starting to play the guitar.

Why is playing music so important?

It relieves stress for a lot of people including myself. It brings out your personality and creativity.

What would you do if you inherited an Italian restaurant from a family member?

I would put a stage up and play the piano!

What venues have you performed at so far? Is there anywhere that you hope to play one day?

I have played at the Ocean City Community Center and the Tabernacle. I am hoping to play at Gillian’s Wonderland Pier. The Mayor said that he was trying to set up a stage.

Are you a member of any extracurricular activities in school?

I did tennis team last year for my freshman year, and I am doing surf team and tennis team this year.

Can you ever see yourself in a band, or will you forever be a solo artist?

I'd love to see if kids would be willing to make a band. It is hard to solo. I went on with the last concert at the Ocean City Tabernacle with drums and it sounded just so much better [than just piano].

How does your family support you with your music?

They tell me “you have to go practice” if I am not practicing. We do not have that problem too much. - photo by Avery Nunn.

BENNIE’S BREAD & Italian Market Everything Tastes BETTA on a Bennie’s Roll

1159 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 609-398-9450 • www.benniesbread.com

Old World Hearth Baked Bread • Homemade Italian Food Brick Oven Pizza • Breakfast Sandwiches • Lunch Specials Catering Available

OPEN DAILY!

Sun - Thurs 8am-7pm Fri & Sat 8am-9pm

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

Local Ocean Snapshot

Baby Parade

Clockwise from top: Eddie & Ed Kloss; Sarah & Mimi Avellino; Sarah Avellino & Peighton Clemens; Grand marshal - skater Sky Brown; Jr. Miss OC Contestants Lola DeMarco, Sophia Wagner, Keira Janto, Sarah Rodriguez, Natalie Argento, Shea DeMarco; Peighton & Cara Clemens. Photos by Kerri Janto.

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Asbury Avenue

Clockwise from top: Sophie Jackson & Gianna Molinari; Tyler Lauria & Karlie Crisafi; Max & Susy Scharfenberg; Amy Stavin & Carly Strang; Maggie Anders, Catherine Anders & Jeanne Melchionni; Tommy, Tom Lardiere, & Summer the dog.

Photos by Kerri Janto.

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Local Ocean Snapshot

Clockwise from top: Gabriel Boujie, Jacob Boujie, & Liam Briere; Levi, Judah, Gideon & Ezra Flink; Nicole Troy & Dom Gubitosi; Top- Leonardo Battista, in stand â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Calista Battista, Anabella Battista, & Diego Ferreira; Jack Tagliaferi, Elle Rosen, Olivia Schell & Sophia Schell; Jaclyn Guille, Kinsley Adolph, Eva Lemieux & Madison Guille.

Photos by Kerri Janto.

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On the Beaches

Clockwise from top: Kelly Subotich, Brooke Subotich, Ava Flynn, Ella Flynn, Pat Rhodes & Kim Flynn; Timmy Coe, Mary Griswold, Lisa Coe, Jeff Coe & Chris Herbert; Emily & Durkin Powers; Sydney Ryan & Hailey Newcomb; Samantha & Sophia Scott; Dylan, Emmett & Jessica Tuz. Photos by Kerri Janto.

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Local Ocean September/October Events call 609-457-0081. Register boardwalkcorvettesclub.com.

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10 MILE NON-COMPETITIVE WALK/ RUN No race day registration for the Half Marathon. Sign up early to save on registration fees. For more information, visit www.ocnj. us/Race-Events.

October

5-6 BOARDWALK & DOWNTOWN MERCHANT TABLE SALES

(No Vendors) 6th-14th streets on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.

5-6 JEEP INVASION The Halloween Parade is October 24 along Asbury Avenue.

Photo by Stef Godfrey.

September

and Bay Avenue. 10am-3pm. Features include a ground display of unusual airplanes ranging from World War II Planes to Classics and Warbirds.

The event will feature a parachute jump from Team Fastrax.

5 mile beach run and one mile fun run/walk.

Great end of the summer season event. $20 preregistration. $25 race day. $10 14 years and under.

For more information, call 609-399-6111 or www.ocnj.us/Race-Events.

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2 OCNJ LABOR DAY RACE

4 FARMER’S MARKET

Farmer’s Market at the Tabernacle 8am-1pm.

Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.

8am-1pm. Last one of the season.

6-7 STREET ROD WEEKEND

Features classic cars on display. Sock Hop Party on the grounds of the Ocean City Tabernacle 6-7:30pm on Friday. Boardwalk display Noon4pm on Saturday.

11 9/11 REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY

“A Day to Remember” will include music, prayer and reflections on the memory of lives lost and on the community spirit that was renewed in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

All are encouraged to attend. 6pm at the Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Avenue.

14 OCEAN CITY AIRPORT FESTIVAL

Annual festival at the Municipal Airport, 26th

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Consists of several highly trained and specially licensed Team Fastrax™ demonstrators exiting the aircraft 6,000 feet above Ocean City’s beach and Boardwalk. 8pm jump with a landing on the 7th Street beach. Viewable along the entire Boardwalk.

15 BOARDWALK AEROBATIC AIRSHOW

1pm, 6th-14th streets over the ocean. Thrill to some of the best stunt pilots and aerobatic champions in the world plus military demonstrations.

21 MS CITY TO SHORE RIDE

With 7,000 cyclists raising $5.6 million – promises to be the best cycling experience on the east coast. For more information call 1-800-445BIKE or visit www.mscycling.org.

22 CORVETTE SHOW

Over 350 cars exhibited. One of the largest shows of its kind in the east. Models from every year Corvettes were manufactured comprise this colorful show. Displayed on the Boardwalk from 6th-14th streets, 11:30am-4pm. For more information,

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Jeeps will be displayed on the Boardwalk between 5th-14th streets, Noon-5pm. For information, visit NJJeepInvasion.com or njjeepinvasion@gmail.com.

12 FALL BLOCK PARTY AND FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR

9am-5pm from 5th-14th streets on Asbury Avenue. Over 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more. In the evening, fireworks over the Boardwalk from 6th-14th streets.

12-14 INDIAN SUMMER WEEKEND

Seafood vendors at the Music Pier (SaturdayMonday) and Boardwalk table sales.

12-14 BOARDWALK &

DOWNTOWN MERCHANT TABLE SALES (No Vendors) 6th-14th streets on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.

23 OC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S ANNUAL WELCOME NIGHT

6-8pm at the Ocean City Sports and Civic Center, 6th and Boardwalk. Meet OC groups, businesses and organization. Free event.

24 HALLOWEEN PARADE

7:15pm on Asbury Avenue from 6th11th streets. Sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club. For more information, call 1-800-813-5580 or visit ochp.blogspot.com.

Plan Ahead

Nov/Dec

NOV 2 TRAIL OF TWO CITIES NOV 11 VETERANS DAY PROGRAM

NOV 23 EARLIER THAN THE BIRD

NOV 29 CHRISTMAS IN THE DOWNTOWN

DEC 6 CHRISTMAS PARADE DEC 7-8 TRAIN SHOW DEC 31 FIRST NIGHT JAN 1 FIRST DAY 5K

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

Ocean City Historical Museum

September 3 Fine Arts League Movie Night - "An Eternity's Gate" 6:30-8:30pm A chronicle of Vincent van Gogh’s time in France when he resided in Arles and Auver-sur-Oise.

(110 minutes)

September 5 "Picture Exchange" lecture by Ken Cooper and John Loeper at the OC Free Public Library.

September 12, 19, 26 Home Organization Classes 6-7:30pm A three-week course presented by Nancy Underwood. Registration required. To register, call Julie at 609-399-2434 x5222.

September 18 Annual luncheon featuring former congressman and ambassador Bill Hughes at Greate Bay Country Club.

September 13, 20, 27 October 4, 11, 18, 25 Fall Concert Series Every Friday at 7pm at the Chris Mahoney Lecture Hall.

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

September 12 "What We Were Singing in 1879" lecture at the OC Free Public Library.

Check out the new exhibits at the Museum or visit them online at www.ocnjmuseum.org.

Ocean City Arts Center

September Exhibit - September 3-30 A Solo Exhibition by Bruce Garrity Bruce Garrity's paintings utilize a broad vocabulary of painterly means in the pursuit of visual drama.

All are invited to the Meet the Artist reception on Friday, September 13 from 7-8:30pm.

September 18

Annual luncheon with former Congressman and Ambassador Bill Hughes at Greate Bay Country Club Tickets available at the Historical Museum

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>>> A LOOK INSIDE

Pier 4

By Jennifer Wean

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HERE are so many amazing views that can be found here in OCNJ. One of my favorites is watching the waves while sitting on the beach. It just pulls me in every time. Another favorite is the bay, especially at night with the colorful lights glowing on the causeway; they are so memorizing. Whether it's day or night, summer or fall these picturesque sights can be seen from Ocean City and Somers Point. An expansive (and beautiful) view of the island is from the Pier 4 Hotel in Somers Point.

Pier 4 is on Broadway Avenue next to the 9th Street bridge causeway and right on the water.

This spot makes it a convenient five minute trip to Ocean City and all the island offers. Whether it's beach days and dockside nights or pool days and Boardwalk nights Pier 4 is close to it all.

Love to exercise on vacay? A stay at Pier 4 helps you get your daily workout in with free access to a local fitness center just down the road. If you're more the relax-by-the-pool type, you can enjoy their sundeck overlooking the bay. There's great people watching as the boaters and jet skis ride by.

“The pool is directly on the water and with the palm trees on the deck, guests feel as though they are at a tropical resort,” said Dawn Evangelis, front desk/office manager.

After the sun goes down you can hit the Boards or enjoy a delicious dinner at the famous Crab Trap restaurant next door. Afterwards you can chill at Crabby Jacks Bayside Deck and Bar which has nightly entertainment. You can either walk or if you are out on the water take a boat there. Boaters can dock for a few hours while they enjoy lunch or dinner but there's no overnight boat access.

If you prefer to stay put, you can still enjoy the entertainment.

“Only Pier 4 guests can sit at the hotel pool

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after hours to watch the bay under the lights and listen to music from Crabby Jacks next door, ” added Dawn.

There are 69 rooms to choose from that have all been recently renovated. You can book a city view room, bay view room or even a one bedroom suite. All three give you a private balcony along with amenities like wifi, air conditioning, a microwave, refrigerator and more. The city view and bay view rooms give you a choice of bedding while the one bedroom comes with a king and sofa bed.

Pier 4 offers a frequent stay rewards program to show their appreciation for customer's support and loyalty. With every ten nights you stay with them you receive a free night stay. “[The owners] are great people to work for and you don’t mind doing what you do for them,” said Dawn who is celebrating 20 years of employment this month.

Pier 4 has activities and entertainment within arms reach, great places to eat, phenomenal views, a tropical feel with the beach right down the road and possibly the best amenity... Dawn!

So what are you waiting for? Call and book your stay today. I know I am.

See you soon Dawn we are on the way!

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Local Ocean It’s History Right: On January 15, 1934, over 400 men, employed under the Civil Works Administration were present and ready to work after the ceremonial ground breaking at Clarke Field.

Below: “FLY” is what a lot of people did for the first time on July 4, 1935.

Ocean City Municipal Airport

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“A red letter day for Ocean City” was how Mayor Joseph G. Champion described the opening of the municipal airport. He celebrated by taking an airplane ride to Atlantic City.

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INETY YEARS AGO, October 8, 1929, the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin reported the beginning of the Ocean City Municipal Airport under this headline, “PLAN OCEAN CITY AIRPORT.” The article reported, “An ordinance was introduced yesterday afternoon by the City Commissioners to buy a tract on the northwest side of Bay av., from 22nd st. to 28th, extending to the bay, for a municipal airport. They appropriated $87,000.”

Two weeks later, the Bulletin reported the city commissioners passed the ordinance appropriating the money to purchase the 124 acres along Bay Avenue for an airport. The commissioners were Mayor Joseph G. Champion, Reuben W. Edwards and John E. Trout.

Just days after the commissioners bought the land for the municipal airport, the New York Stock Exchange crashed, beginning the Great Depression. Plans for the development of the land were put aside for lack of money. Pilots were disappointed that they would have to continue using a grassy field at 18th Street and Bay Avenue for their take offs and landings.

On September 7, 1932, Mayor Harry Headley, and Commissioner John E. Trout and Commissioner William H. Campbell, hoping to obtain state and federal funding, named the undeveloped airfield Clarke Field in honor of Vince A. Clarke, Jr. Clarke, a local man who died on August 11, 1932 from blood poisoning, gained international recognition as the commander of the Los Angeles, the Navy’s huge (656-feet long) dirigible.

Clarke would often fly over Ocean City just a few hundred feet above Bay Avenue. When he was over his father’s house at Third Street, he would dip the nose of the airship as a salute to his father, who would wave to him

The annual Air Festival will be held on Saturday, September 14 at the municipal airport.

from the ground. After Clarke’s death, dirigible commanders continued the nose dip salute when over Third Street and Bay Avenue.

On January 5, 1934, Mayor Harry Headley announced the good news he had received from the federal government: “Approximately 400 men will start work soon building this city’s modern airport. It is expected that it will practically eliminate unemployment here for the balance of the winter.”

Headley continued reporting, “The completed project will cost $100,400, which has been granted to Ocean City by the Civil Works Administration. Of this sum, 75 percent is to be spent for labor, the balance for material. Construction will be in direct charge of the city engineer, who will work with federal engineers.”

Ground breaking ceremonies took place on January 15, 1934, but because of long administrative delays, adverse weather conditions, and equipment breakdowns, the opening of the airport did not take place until July 4, 1935. Mayor Champion called it “a red-letter day for Ocean City.” It was also a special day for the 70-year old mayor as he was taken aloft by Col. J. Carroll Cone, assistant director of Air Commerce. They flew over Ocean City and Atlantic City and returned safely to Clarke Field.

The public could take the same ride as the mayor for $4 or for $1.50 fly over just Ocean City.

The opening day ceremony ended with the American Legion band playing a number of patriotic tunes.

Celebrate the 90th anniversary at the annual Ocean City Airport Festival on Saturday, September 14 at 26th Street and Bay Avenue from 10am to 3pm.

Above: On September 7, 1932, city commissioners named the city’s air field in tribute to the late Vincent A. Clarke, Jr. former commander of the Navy’s dirigible Los Angeles.

Right: This picture and article was on the front page of the March 14, 1930 Ocean City Sentinel Ledger.

A souvenir program was given out at the July 4, 1935 opening of Ocean City’s municipal airport.

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Seasha

By Lauren Avellino Turton. Photos by Macy Oteri.

She sells Seasha by the seashore.

As a young girl, Shannon Oteri dreamed of having her own boutique. Not only has she quickly realized her dream at the age of 20, but her brand new online venture, Seasha, is making serious waves – not only at the Jersey Shore, but around the country.

Seasha is an online women’s boutique featuring beach chic, modern bohemian style clothing.

“Inspired by the beach around me, I wanted to focus on outfits that are effortless, something you can grab and put on,” she explained. “I really like pieces with simple patterns that can stand alone, or clothing you can layer. You can wear it anytime, and transition from day to night.”

Shannon’s outfits, she pointed out, are geared toward college-age young women.

“They’re for the fun-loving girl who spends her days at the beach, and her nights dancing with friends.”

While she just launched Seasha this past July 4, her dresses, tops, bottoms and rompers were an instant hit, some items already selling out. Not to worry, Shannon said she’ll restock her inventory.

The Citron dress is flying off the e-shelves, so to speak.

She describes the bright yellow dress as “cheery and vibrant, perfect for any sunny day” at the shore.

For a bright pop of color, Shannon suggests the “Delancy top,” a raspberry-colored crop top with delicate embroidered details.

“This top is perfect for a summery outdoor event, like a concert or a night out with friends,” she said.

Rompers are all the rage these days, and Shannon carries a handful of unique styles, like the Gull romper. The navy, blue, white, and orange stripe romper, with its beachy color palette, is lightweight and comfortable for a stroll on the Boardwalk or shopping on Asbury Avenue.

What’s great, Shannon said, is that the clothing is quite versatile.

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“You can dress up the outfits with chunky or strappy heels and statement jewelry, or pair them with espadrilles and a denim jacket for a more relaxed look.”

Shannon enjoys pulling outfits together, and suggesting different looks for her family and friends. In fact, the OC gal was part of the Ocean City Magazine team not long ago, as a fashion photographer and stylist. Her role was to contact local clothing stores, organize photo shoots, select clothes based on a theme, and coordinate local residents to model and photograph them.

Her impressive resume also includes published fashion writer, social media manager, retail manager, and co-owner and operator of an e-commerce business. It was natural, then, to embrace her talents and turn them into a lucrative business.

Seasha was born. The company name, she said, happened by accident.

“When I was a kid, everyone called me ‘Sha Sha,’ short for Shannon,” she laughed. “I’ve always loved seashells, and as a joke one day, blurted out ‘Shesha’ as a possible name for the boutique. It’s a blend of my name, and my background of living at the beach. People kind of liked it, and it stuck. ” Seasha is quickly gaining momentum and popularity among online shoppers, much to Shannon’s surprise. In less than one month of being open, she received more than 100 orders across the country, and 1000 followers on Instagram.

“I wasn’t expecting this at all,” she said. “I wasn’t really ready for such a spurt. I’m hearing from people I don’t even know all over the place. I’m keeping really busy, so I’m so thankful.”

Shannon said part of her widespread success is likely connected to her network of friends and colleagues.

“When I was growing up, my family bounced around New Jersey a lot, and I made a lot of contacts that way,” she explained.

Now a student at the University of Delaware, she’s cultivated an even wider network. Shannon’s entering her senior year at UDel, where she’s majoring in fashion merchandising.

“It’s awesome that everything I’m learning in my classes I can translate to the business,” she said.

In addition to her studies, Shannon is deeply-rooted in extracurricular activities. She is the vice president of public relations for the Eta Gamma chapter of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority, as well as the editor-in-chief of UDress, the university’s fashion magazine.

Her work with the sorority, she said, has also helped propel her success with Seasha.

“I manage a team of nine people and we learn how to work together,” she said. “I oversee all of our social media, website, merchandise, event planning, photography, videography, everything we do that promotes to the public.

I have really grown a lot through this experience.”

Shannon’s experience with e-commerce dates back to her time at Ocean City High School. She teamed up with her friend, Sophia Talese, and the budding entrepreneurs co-founded a small, upcycling clothing line called “Mended Threads.” The girls were into flannel shirts at the time, and thought it would be really cool to reconstruct different shirts, and re-stitch different patterns together. Shannon and Sophia’s classmates started buying them, then the duo created an Instagram account and website to showcase their work.

“This is where I got my real start with e-commerce. It gave me a solid background,” she recalled. “I started to figure out how it worked and enjoyed it a lot, but once I started college, I had to eventually stop to focus on my school work and activities.”

Shannon said her older sister Macy is a phenomenal photographer. She, too, was part of the Ocean City Magazine team.

Macy, and mom Mary act as her audience too.

“It’s great, on delivery days when I receive my new shipment, we have fashion shows,” she laughed.

Younger brother, Nick, is also a locally-acclaimed artist who co-created Frankencycles. You may have spotted his creations on the Boards or around town. His business takes discarded bike frames headed to the scrap yard, and transforms them into creative, eye-catching tall bikes. Nick also started up Frankencycles apparel, with sales going back to the community.

Nick, Shannon, Macy, and parents Stephen and Mary Oteri, are a close-knit family committed to seeing each other’s success.

“I am so blessed, so thankful for what I have,” said Shannon.

When not hard at work, Shannon enjoys the beach to catch some rays. She loves photography, too, and playing with her dogs.

You can find Shannon’s Seasha clothing line online: Website: www.shopseasha.com. Facebook: www. facebook.com/shopseasha. Instagram: www.instagram. com/shopseasha.

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too cool for school [SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER MUST HAVES] Just because school is starting again, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean the beach vibes are gone! Go back to school Ocean City style.

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Start the new school year with a matching backpack and lunch box in this fall, yet still beachy pattern.

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2. Clip Art

Decorate your dorm with a cute sign with clips for pictures from home, or of you and your new friends from school. We Make It Personal, 852 Asbury

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3. Garden Goals

Make your new college dorm feel a little more like home by lining the window sill with beautiful live succulents.

Bella U, 838 Asbury

4. Organization is Key

Start the school year off right with a pretty planner and notebook from The Islander, 920 Boardwalk

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Gear up for college with a cool baseball cap, bucket hat or visor that shows off some school spirit.

All Campus, 1028 Boardwalk

2. Rock On

Practical, fun, and popular. Accessorize your device with a phone grip made out of a colorful stones.

Sand and Stitch, 848 Boardwalk

3. See the Sea

Wearing glasses is trendy. Pick up a pair of readers, a fun patterned case, and an eyeglass chain.

Shades, 838 Boardwalk

4. Breathe In, Breathe Out

Relax and center yourself before the upcoming season with an ocean blue yoga mat. Yoga Ginger, 717 Asbury

5. Fresh Kicks

A fresh pair of shoes are a must when going back to school. At any age, a new pair of Vans is the way to go.

Heritage, 740 West

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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.

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Ocean City School District Text and photos by Bill Barlow

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S THE newest batch of kindergartners enter Ocean City Primary School for the first day of classes this month, many will have a good idea what to expect. The same goes for the freshman heading into their first year in Ocean City High

School.

“We pride ourselves on helping students with the transition of coming into a new school,” said Dr. Kathleen Taylor, the superintendent of the Ocean City School District.

The Raider Ready program, which started last year, works with students and their families preparing for the coming year. Over the past year, parents of children turning five and preparing to start kindergarten – along with their children – had chances to visit the school and meet staff members.

The program included information on how to prepare children for kindergarten, including tips on working on reading and math.

“And that was hugely successful,” she said. “I know the parents were thankful and we were thankful that they came, so we can see less anxiety when the children come to us on that first day of school.”

A similar program is in place for kids moving up to the fourth grade at the intermediate school and those entering the high school, including a preparatory program called Raider Ready for Algebra for incoming freshmen.

On a steamy late-July morning, Kathleen and a number of school staff members gathered at Ocean City High School to talk about what’s coming for the 2019-20 school year, including some new programs and a few that have been around for a long time.

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Much of the conversation centered on a philosophy of teaching the whole student, in which mental well being and physical health is an important part of the process, along with academics. That includes anti-bullying efforts throughout the district, and social and emotional learning.

Staff members cited the wellness room at the high school, a program set to be expanded to the Intermediate School this year. Students can use the rooms when they need to, according to Matt Carey, the director of social services for the district. His wide-ranging job includes the nursing and guidance departments, anti-bullying efforts, special education and more.

“Two years ago, we implemented the high school wellness center for our students and staffed it with a certified school nurse and a student assistance coordinator,” he said.

High school principal Dr. Matthew Jamison described it as healing the mental health and wellness of students.

Students can take a break, while staff can evaluate if someone needs more direct services. He said at any given time during the school year, there may be 10 or

>>>>ROCK ON Left to right: The Wellness Room at Ocean City High School. The OCHS building sits across from the beach and Boardwalk.

11 students in the room, and possibly as many as 40 during lunch periods. There are yoga classes and groups meet in the room, including Gilda’s Club, a support organization for people with cancer and their families.

The room is filled with inspirational posters and art, with a line of rocking chairs and comfortable seats.

Matt Jamison described issues of well being and mental health as an important part of the school culture. He used an analogy of spokes on a wheel.

“Mental wellness and awareness is a critical spoke, but it’s not isolated,” he said. That priority is built-in to the curriculum. “It’s really interwoven and interfaced throughout the process.”

The wellness rooms are part of that, he said. Sometimes a student just needs to decompress, while others may be facing more serious issues.

“It’s not a hang-out. There is a purposeful reason why a student will come to the wellness room,” said Taylor. “It’s place for support and care and comfort and also to get them, if need be, back on track so they can face the day, whatever’s going on.”

She described it as a way for the school district to help the students be the best students they can be. Staff members mentioned student organizations, some of which help guard against destructive behavior, while another checks to see if students eating lunch by themselves are doing so because they want to, or if they are too shy or feel ostracized and are unwilling to approach others.

“It’s really about ensuring the environment at the high school is warm and inviting and welcoming, which it is,” said Taylor. That, too, she described as another spoke.

With about 2,200 kids in the three-school district, staff members get the chance to know their students well.

“One of the great things about our school district is that we’re a little bit smaller so that we can get to know our kids,” said Carey.

“We know who they are, we know where they come from. We know their strengths and weaknesses and what they’re bringing to the table each day when they come to school.”

Some of the programs discussed are not exactly new. Ocean City schools are among the few in the state that still offer woodshop and family consumer science – what was once referred to as home economics. The high school is also one of the few that offers Latin, along with several other languages, including Greek, Italian, French, Spanish and the school’s well-regarded American Sign Language program. The ASL teacher, Amy T. Andersen, was the New Jersey Teacher of the Year in 2018-19 and a finalist as the national teacher of the year.

According to Taylor, the district’s world-language program has become a model for New Jersey schools, and students interested in other languages, including Portuguese and Russian, can also take internet-based classes through the school. In fact, students have access to an enormous variety of courses online, from veterinary science to nuclear physics and almost anything else.

Many high schools around the country have gotten rid of woodshop years ago, but Taylor said students respond well to the option. The course is offered at the intermediate school and the high school.

“Our students see the value in that. And they love hands-on

learning,” she said.

Part of that hands-on approach extends into the community. She said the district is increasing its programs aimed at job training. Part of that is the career technical education program, including an element of working with local businesses. According to Jamison, the students will work with real businesses in a structured learning experience in business marketing.

School officials brought up numerous other initiatives, including student-led efforts on recycling and sustainability, increasing the technology in the classrooms, including an interactive computer system aimed at improving academics and classroom security.

“There are a lot of other exciting things going on that are noteworthy,” Jamison said, citing a project with Atlantic Cape Community College in which students can earn college credits while still in high school. “Students can graduate high school and at the same time earn an associate degree. That’s a true transcript degree.”

Another initiative aims at getting girls interested in engineering and technical programs.

“We’re very excited about the future at the high school and in the district,” said Taylor.

She added that a student experiment was set to be sent to the International Space Station over the summer to be performed in weightlessness. The district was one of 38 schools in the country with a science experiment included in the program.

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Owner Kristin Gallagher

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IGHT near the intersection of 9th Street and Central Avenue sits SaltWorks Studio, Ocean City’s only custom framing store. Owner Kristin Gallagher has always been a beach person, and her husband, Chad, grew up spending time in Ocean City. When they got married, the two decided to pursue a living situation slightly out of the ordinary.

“We bought a house in Ocean City, and rented in Chester County, Pa, which is opposite of what most people do. We were ‘year-round weekenders’ for 12 years,” said Kristin.

While spending summers and weekends in Ocean City, and working and raising a family in Chester County, the couple realized they were spending most of their time planning their next trip to Ocean City.

“We thought, ‘are we living in Ocean

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City, or Chester County,” said Kristin.

Finally, five years ago, they made the decision to lay down roots in Ocean City, and embrace everything the local community has to offer.

After settling into the move and getting acclimated to the change of scenery, Kristin considered opening her own business, which led to the creation of the idea for what is now SaltWorks Studio.

“This town is truly fueled on small business, and when a space opened up, and it seemed like a great opportunity.”

Before the move, Kristin developed an interest in framing from a friend at Eagle Gallery in Chester Springs, Pa. “The same friend that helped develop my skill and interest in framing said to me, ‘There’s no longer a frame shop in OC, you should start one.’ I was so inspired by the other small businesses in Ocean City, so in May of 2018 I decided to take the chance and do it. We opened in August that summer.”

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To create a business idea and make it come to fruition during the busy summer months is no easy feat. Kristin attributes much of her success to support from her husband and other local businesses.

“My friends, my husband, and other merchants all supported me. Plyler Premium helped with branding, Marshall Young at Peace of Wood made the incredible maple and steel sign I have out front, WitherWood built my design table, and Warwick Home Improvements took the unneeded staircase out of the space.”

Merchants of all trades graciously contributed to SaltWorks Studio’s opening process.

“Everyone was so supportive. I really saw how the town truly pulls together for their own,” said Kristin.

Now, a year after opening, SaltWorks Studio has proved to be a great success.

Kristin has been so busy, in fact, that she needed to hire another employee. She hired skilled framer Larry Wolfe, who has been custom framing for 30 years. Customers can count on Kristin and Larry’s friendly faces and accommodating attitudes when coming for all of their framing needs.

Inside the studio, there's so much to look at. Shoppers marvel at the unique colors and textures of the frames hanging on the wall and admire the beach-inspired artwork and home goods made by Kristin’s friends.

“I give them space to showcase some of their work, which also is an added benefit our customer experience,” said Kristin.

SaltWorks Studio is unique because there is nothing quite like it here in Ocean City.

“It’s about both highlighting the artwork and choosing what would look best in our customer’s space. There’s a great vibe here.

You’ll be able to express your own creativity, and utilize ours,” said Kristin.

The shop's individual nature, true small business feel, and passionate

ownership creates the ideal environment for customers to build a relationship with the staff, which leads to a rewarding design experience.

Another passion of Kristin’s is preserving items from the past.

In her own home, the decor is intentionally made from items from her family’s history. This passion of hers shines within her business as well, through SaltWorks commitment to using all archival material.

“For example, we use UV protected glass and all acid-free material, so items are truly preserved. If someone comes in with a limited edition print, or something very important from their family’s past, we preserve it exactly how it came to us,” said Kristin.

Customers can rest easy that their pictures, prints, or artwork are in great hands as they wait for their custom framing to be completed. Shop hours are Monday, Friday, Saturday 10am-3pm, and Thursday 10am-6pm. There are consultation appointments available seven days a week, ideal for people hoping to have a detailed creative discussion with Kristin about their artwork and their choice of frames.

“It’s easy to make a one-on-one design consultation,” said Kristin.

SaltWorks Studio is a business built on passion and community. Stop by for great conversation, a unique atmosphere, and most importantly all of your custom framing needs.

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Up & Running

Everywhere from the race course, to the hundreds of motivating and cheering volunteers, to the best finish line Boardwalk treats, great giveaways and awards, the OC Half has proven to be an event to remember and return to" - Lisa Rumer

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UNNING may seem a daunting challenge, but it has the capability to ignite a special fire in us all, and in this case, bring a smile with every stride. Marilyn Monroe told us if you “give a girl the right pair of shoes, she can conquer the world.” I say that if that pair of shoes happens to be running sneakers, no matter who you give them to will eventually feel as if they can conquer the world.

Lisa Rumer is Ocean City’s Aquatics and Fitness Center programs supervisor and the founder of the annual Ocean City Half-Marathon. As a fellow avid-runner, I was able to go on a run with Lisa along the Ocean City Boardwalk and discuss all things running and life.

And it all started with a hug.

Lisa’s warmth and welcoming personality came through immediately when we first introduced ourselves. This warmth is perhaps part of the reason her programs successfully motivate and help bring more runners to the Ocean City community and as a result, create a healthier island.

“The half-marathon is one of the most popular race distances so to bring a quality half-marathon to Ocean City is exciting and a goal of the race committee,” said Lisa. “It used to be, if you went on vacation it was so that you would be able to relax and not move more than necessary. Nowadays, people make time in their day to exercise, and often see vacation as having more time to exercise.”

This commitment to wellness fuels Lisa in her everyday work.

“I get so much out of being a part of the daily logistics of providing a thriving, healthy and friendly environment,” she said.

As Lisa and I started our run, it quickly became evident how genuine she is in her efforts and how much she loves helping others. She listened to me ramble about the trials and tribulations of collegiate running and she told me about her children starting college. When we stopped to take a selfie together on the Boardwalk, I paused my watch to check our mileage. When we started running again, I quickly hit the unpause button just as our legs began their first strides again.

“Are you a mileage junkie?” she asked with a laugh. “I was asked to coach a team of Special Olympic athletes for the NJ State Games and then for the USA World Games. As a competitive triathlete, it was a lot of fun and very rewarding to share the unique disciplines that make up the triathlon. Many of the athletes I coached felt such a great sense of accomplishment and

a newfound confidence. At the end of the experience, I gained as much as my athletes did. The rewards I received from the program and athletes are something I’ll remember for a lifetime.”

Lisa’s strides (literally and figuratively) in the Ocean City HalfMarathon give participants their own memories for a lifetime.

“Everywhere from the race course to the hundreds of motivating and cheering volunteers to the best finish line Boardwalk treats, great giveaways and awards, it has proven to be an event to remember and return to,” Lisa said. “And I don’t just mean that on an individual level. Over the years, more and more people have spread the word of the OC Half and brought many friends and families to join in the fun as well.”

In less than a decade, the OC Half has grown from hundreds to thousands of participants.

“This year is our 10th anniversary,” said Lisa. “Not only has the number of participants grown significantly, but the Ocean City community comes together to help facilitate this event.

From shop owners to the OC School District who comes out in force. We are attracting runners from all over the U.S. to come to Ocean City to run this event.”

To me it seems there are few better places to run (especially long distance) than on our island. From the rolling hills of the bridges to the flat, breezy, scenic Boardwalk, Ocean City is a runners’ paradise, whether you consider yourself a runner or not.

There's nothing more inspiring than seeing hundreds of people cheer you and your peers along. Family, friends, acquaintances and strangers alike, all pushing for a unified goal of crossing the finish line while looking at the glistening sea. Like the waves you see in the distance, you may rise and fall, but will always keep flowing. No matter the age, shape, or size, if you have the right pair of shoes and can get them going, you are a runner. You can conquer the miles... and the world.

The Ocean City Half Marathon is September 29 at 8:30am.

Participants can register until September 26 online at www.ocnj. us and September 27 and 28 in person only. There is no race day registration.

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F YOU BUILD IT, they will come. It may not be baseball, but Bill and Barbara Simmerman have built their very own field of dreams in Upper Township. Misty Meadow Farm sits back off of Dennisville-Petersburg Road and Old Tuckahoe Road. The wood entry sign with metal sheep and pig adornments may look simple to onlookers, but the farm at the end of the windy road beyond is anything but.

And so was the couple’s path to getting there.

A few years ago, Bill and Barbara packed up, sold their home in Upper Township, and moved to Florida for sun and relaxation. Soon after though, they realized their hearts and minds were set back in New Jersey. So, they moved back, intent on doing something meaningful during the next chapter of their lives. They purchased a lot of land that had an old log cabin it, tore it down, and built a farm.

“We wanted to do something good,” said Bill.

Bill’s only experience with farming before this venture was spending time at his grandfather’s farm as a child. All of Bill and Barbara’s sons and seven grandchildren live in Upper Township, and one of the couple’s hopes was to create a place where their family could form positive memories together, just like Bill did in his youth.

Now, just three years after their move back to New Jersey, Misty Meadow Farm is thriving in its first summer of sheep dairy farming.

And it’s as idyllic as it sounds.

Misty Meadow Farm guests are greeted by a beautiful field of bright yellow sunflowers as they turn in. The large fenced fields and the rustic white farmhouse that come into view transport you from island time to the peaceful privacy of farm-living. Upon entering the gates of the farm, visitors are welcomed by chickens, sheep (all named after different flowers), and blue-eyed Misty, one of Bill and Barbara’s dogs.

A day on the farm starts at around 6:30am, when the sheep are first milked. Bill built the milking station himself, hoping to create an atmosphere that wouldn’t cause stress for his animals.

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“We make sure there is no stress for the sheep. They willingly walk toward the door when it opens and it’s time to milk,” he said.

Bill is passionate about learning and producing dairy in a way that is healthy for both the animals that are milked and the people consuming the products. One of Bill’s focuses is producing dairy without using harsh chemicals.

“When we set out to farm dairy, I searched, and decided (on) sheep. I believe that many of the allergies and cancers we see are from the chemicals we are pumping into our food. I believe I can do it right,” said Bill.

Bill’s determination shows through as he shares his vast knowledge about healthy farming. He’s spent hours researching and learning from experts to make sure the dairy he produces is created in a way that is healthy for both humans and animals. He’s also committed to educating people about dairy and making the product he produces the best it can be.

There are no chemicals used in his dairy process. One of the first measures he took when starting his farm was ensuring that the sheep had not been genetically modified.

Since then, Bill has created alternatives to just about every chemical typically used by corporate farmers. For example, he eliminated the need for pesticides in rooms where flies are aplenty.

“Instead of using pesticides, we ordered bugs to eat the fly larvae,” said Bill.

Bill’s respect for his animals goes even further.

“We don’t milk year-round. This year is our first year of dairy farming, and we decided that we are going to stop milking on October 1, near mating time, and let the sheep rest. The gestation period for sheep is around 140 to 150 days. It’s common for the babies to be taken away from their mother’s soon after birth, but instead, we play country music during birth, then keep the lamb with his mother on her milk for 30 days after. During that time, we will share the milk with the lamb, and wean it off instead of taking it away immediately,” said Bill.

This method is unique because it's common for farmers to take a newborn sheep away from its mother soon after birth.

“We make the process more natural, and the lamb becomes stronger because it is drinking milk right from its mother longer,” said Bill.

Misty Meadow is the only Grade A Dairy Farm in Southern New Jersey.

All of the milk produced from the sheep is stored and pasteurized on site. From the milk, Misty Meadow creates food, drink, and dessert. This summer they’ve sold their products at the weekly Farmer’s Market at the Tabernacle grounds, including cheeses, yarn from the sheep’s wool, soap, lamp and pork, ice cream and yogurt. They also sell eggs, honey, jam, and dryer balls.

One of the most successful items at Misty Meadow Farm is its cheese.

Employee Jul Lamb makes the cheese at the farm.

“I love everything about working here: the sheep, the location, there’s nothing like this around,” said Jul. She gained her experience and interest in cheese at her family’s business, Tuckahoe Cheesecake Factory. At Misty Meadow, they have feta, manchego, ricotta, herb and garlic spread, halloumi, tomme and gouda cheeses.

“Jul has an attention to detail that I don’t. She keeps a record of everything so she can keep our recipes consistent,” said Bill.

You can purchase Misty Meadow’s goods right at the farm. There’s a barn filled with fresh products ready for you to take home. Before you buy, you can take in the farm experience. Farm hours are from 3-6pm Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm Saturday and 10am-2pm Sunday.

“We want to get the word out and get good products out. People want to eat well, know where foods come from. We can cater to that through our dairy process,” said Bill.

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by Avery Nunn Photos by Stef Godfrey

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WAS LIFTED into the air, as if I was touching the sky. The sun shined bright through the cloudless sheet of light blue that surrounded me, and down below, the people looked smaller than ants… so small that if I placed them between my thumb and index finger it would look as though I was holding a grain of sand. I looked over to the ocean, and saw the gentle curl of a wave as it glided down the coast; children, families, and lovers laughed and dove through its refreshing and comforting wall of glassy sea. I turned to gaze across the rooftops of our island – that looked so small and peaceful – and in an instant my stomach dropped. My hair whipped up, I impulsively let out a scream as gravity and carefully-calculated mechanical engineering plummeted me toward the ground.

When my editor Stef asked me to ride as many rides as possible at both Gillian’s Wonderland Pier and Playland’s Castaway Cove, I felt glass-half-empty about the assignment.

I familiarized myself so well with the rides along the Boardwalk growing up, that now at 22, I was too old to experience any thrill from them. But as I plunged toward earth on the Drop Tower at Gillian’s, the exhilaration that kept me asking to ride again and again and again as a child came rushing back in.

We met at Gillian’s at 2pm to spend the day exploring the rides. I arrived just in time to see Stef and her three kiddos walk into the pier. Having kids there to ride along gave me glimpses of my childhood and how magical it all felt. Walking passed the Log Flume, I flashbacked to a time when I was sitting between my cousins and my parents, all of us smiling bright with our hands in the air as the log went sweeping down its watery slide.

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Alien Abduction ride at Gillian’s that day. Alien Abduction is a UFO-esque ride that revolves at extreme high speeds with a G-Force that sticks you to the wall. Then the floor drops leaving you suspended half way up. As the ride ended, kids exited with huge smiles on their faces.

“Watching a kid have their day made makes your day,” said Mike Buchanan, 18, of Marlton.

Mike applied for the job at Wonderland to work around the hustle and bustle of the Boardwalk, with its constant positive energy pulsing through the amusement parks. After testing many of the rides, Trabant (the ride he operates) remains his favorite. Trabant’s a giant wheel that tilts at a steep angle, fluctuating in direction and elevation while spinning at various speeds.

We rode a multitude of other rides to decipher for ourselves which was truly the best, including everything from Musik Express to Moby Dick to one of my childhood (and present day) favorites, the swings.

Flip flops were quickly tossed from feet as we clambered into our seats. The ride began to spin, and we were lifted, gliding smoothly through the air. At one point or another, every single persons’ arms were spread out wide creating their own wingspan. With a warm breeze flowing around gently closed eyes and genuine smiles, we found ourselves blissfully feeling like we were flying.

After spending the first part of the afternoon over at Gillian's, covering every nostalgia-inducing ride, we headed over to Playland’s Castaway Cove to check out more. We walked through its colorful, vibrant, energy-filled arcade with the tempting scents of Boardwalk food filling the air. We passed kids running through the funhouse, skipping around to the next ride and begging their parents for more tickets.

As we approached our first ride, the Cyclone, I remembered

it was my all time favorite ride on the whole Boardwalk as a kid. It didn’t matter how many spinny rides I went on prior to or following – all I wanted to do was keep going on this rotating, flying, claw-esque, sunset-colored ride.

We climbed on and as it raised and spun, I was faced with the fate of finally feeling like an adult.

I had had too much spinning.

After as the kiddos quickly ran to another yes, spinny ride, I had a brief conversation with David Simpson, ride operator and son of Playland's owner, Scott. David and his sister Ali are the third generation of Simpsons to work at Playland. When I asked what working at Playland was like, he responded with nothing but positivity, and high praise for manager Brian Hartley. "[He shows] kindness and has an incredible sense of humor,” said David.

Family roots run deep at Playland. Brian started working at the park as a 14-year-old, following in the footsteps of his father and relatives who had worked for the Simpsons since the 1960s. Brian started working full time as the operations manager in 2001 and is now the vice president, with this summer being his 28th season overall. Having over 300 employees can be daunting, but because it's their first time having a job for so many of the workers, Brian thinks of himself as their teacher, preparing them for the future and installing good ethics and a positive work environment. “[The best part of my job] are the people I work with and all the excitement on everyone’s faces when they are here riding rides and having fun,” Brian said. “I have kids of my own who are always begging to come to the rides. It's great to see everyone enjoying the vision the Simpsons have been able to bring to reality for the overall guest experience.”

We continued on to a few of the roller coasters, although I was too dazed to take on the mighty GaleForce. At the end of our thrill ride, we were smiling ear to ear as we sat down on a Boardwalk bench recapping it all.

Lesson learned; go into everything with an open mind. Whether you’re two, 12, 22 or beyond, there may always be unexpected memories waiting for you.

Gillian’s Wonderland Pier is located on 601 Boardwalk and Playland’s Castaway Cove is located at 1020 Boardwalk.

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It's giveaway time! We've partnered with photographer Mark Thurber (whose fab work you see here) for a summertime giveaway. One lucky winner will receive: a one year subscription to Ocean City magazine, a Welcome to Ocean City guidebook, a $25 gift card to Shriver's Salt Water Taffy, and a print of this gorgeous sunset photo. To enter, please visit www.soaringwhales.com and click on the Ocean City Magazine photo contest button by October 31.

Winner will be chosen at random and notified by email.

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BOOK OF THE MONTH Beacon Beach Maggie FitzRoy Historical romance author Maggie FitzRoy enjoys writing stories that sweep readers back into the past, where love is an adventure. Her latest novel, Beacon Beach, transports them to Cape May in the summer of 1886, when beautiful, wealthy Jacy James travels to America’s first seaside resort to grieve the loss of a sea captain she loved, and to climb the lighthouse to search for his ship. At her oceanfront hotel, White Caps, she meets handsome convalescent Cole Stratton, who has come for the sea air, hoping to regain his health. Jacy and Cole become friends, and then much more amid the glittering, glamorous Gilded Age social whirl of the town. Until jealousy, collusion, and a secret from Jacy’s past threaten to destroy her newfound happiness, and all hopes for her future.

Jacy and the characters are fictional, and so is Jacy’s hotel, White Caps.

But most of the other settings in Maggie FitzRoy’s book are real. Many places still exist, including Congress Hall, The Chalfonte Hotel, and the Cape May Lighthouse. Others survive only in vintage photos, such as the steamship Republic, its grand pier at the end of Sunset Boulevard in Cape May Point, and The Light of Asia, a whimsical elephant-shaped building on the beach.

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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.

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Beach Club Suites Near Boardwalk, well-appointed, one-bedroom suites.

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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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WITH 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE, Daniel Maimone is proud to be “Ocean City’s Premier Realtor.” Whether you want to buy, sell, or rent a beach home, customer service is the top priority and Daniel has proven to be the best in the business. In today’s real estate market you need to work with a real estate professional you can trust and Daniel is dedicated to providing the absolute finest service and expertise possible.

Call Daniel today to make your real estate dreams come true!

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URGENT CARE WHEN AND WHERE YOU NEED IT. Get faster care. Drive 10 minutes, save an hour.

Visit us in Marmora: 8 Rt. 9 South Open 7 Days a Week: 8:30am to 8pm

Marmora | Cape May Court House | Wildwood No appointments needed. Save time by registering online with Call 609.465.6364 or visit CapeRegionalUrgentCare.com

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