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Your Weekly Hometown Newspaper | Serving All of Jackson Township Inside This Week’s Edition Business Directory....................19 Community News...................8-10 Dear Joel....................................17 Dear Pharmacist ........................15 Fun Page ...................................20 Government ...............................7 Inside The Law .........................22 Letters to the Editor .....................6 Wolfgang .................................23 Vol. 16 - No. 35 January 30, 2016 T IMES MICROMEDIA PUBLICATIONS, INC. THE JACKSON WWW.MICROMEDIAPUBS.COM By Jennifer Peacock They were three friends on their way home from the Fortune Buffet in Toms River. “One split second changes your entire life. It changed my entire life.” Christopher Russo was a high school –Photos by Jennifer Peacock Christopher Russo, at right, visited his alma mater Jackson Memorial on behalf of the James Volpe Foundation, named for his best friend, who died in a car accident in 2011. Russo was also in the car and has since helped the Foundation in projects such as a safe driving one at JMHS. The school’s project, a driving video, above, was a state winner. Years Later, Volpe Fatality Still Inspires Community Charity, Safe Driving Efforts In Jackson senior back in 2011 when he and two class- mates and fellow baseball players, one being Russo’s best friend James Volpe, left the buffet on that May 13 evening. “I still definitely face post-traumatic stress disorder. I have trouble driving with people in the same car. When I’m in the car with somebody else I really get nervous. I don’t like driving with other people. I faced los- ing my best friend, and I struggle with that every day still.” JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina and members of Rolling Thunder New Jersey Chapter 2 will assemble at the Jackson Township Municipal Building for a Missing Man Table/Chair of Honor Ceremony on February 3 at 2 p.m. This ceremony will unveil a new perma- nent table and chair which will remind us of all of those that are still missing but not forgotten. The contents of this monument have symbolic meaning to the soldiers that fought alongside our prisoners of war and veterans still missing in action. To date, there are approximately 91,000 military members unaccounted for and yet to return. This ceremony will take place in the Main Meeting Room at Town Hall, located at 95 West Veterans Highway and will last ap- proximately 45 minutes to one hour. The ceremony is open to the public. TOWNSHIP TO INSTALL MISSING MAN TABLE By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County officials believe the local landscape is the perfect backdrop for the silver screen, and they are looking to actively promote the county as a setting for television and films. Freeholder Joseph Vicari announced an “aggressive” push to lure the entertainment industry to Ocean County, beginning with a renewed alliance with the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commis- sion, a state body that promotes media production statewide. “When we have it, it really perks up the economy,” said Vicari, who was quick to dismiss the idea of a revived “Jersey Shore” Ocean County Looks To Lure TV, Movie Shoots OCEAN COUNTY – Join Ocean County in celebrating Black History Month, Feb- ruary, when activities abound focusing on culture, local and national history, crafts, film, music and more. Events for all ages are available; check out the following calendar of events: February 4, 10 a.m. to noon – Stop in any- time between 10 a.m. and noon to celebrate Diversity Month by making an African Check Out Black History Month Events In Ocean County Maasai necklace. Ages 18-36 months. This event is free. Register with Point Pleasant Beach branch library. February 4, 1 p.m. The Manchester branch Library’s monthly program, “From Page to Screen: A Book and Film Discus- sion” will discuss an assigned book and view a film adaptation of that title. The subject of February’s meeting is a black southern woman who struggles to find her identity over the course of 40 years starting in the early 1900s while suffering abuse from her father and others. The best-selling novel, “The Color Purple,” was written by Alice Walker in 1982. The 1985 movie version that will be screened at the library on February 4 stars Danny Glover, Whoo- pi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey. It has a runtime of 154 minutes and is rated PG-13. (Movie - See Page 4) (Events - See Page 12) (Safe Driving - See Page 4) Physical Therapy Center 1-(855)-3ALLCARE • www.AllCarePTC.com Come experience the All-Care difference for yourself! Jackson • Barnegat • Brick • Toms River Whiting • Manchester • Forked River Free Transportation In-Home & Outpatient PT

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Your Weekly Hometown Newspaper | Serving All of Jackson Township

Inside This Week’s Edition Business Directory....................19Community News...................8-10Dear Joel....................................17Dear Pharmacist ........................15Fun Page ...................................20Government ...............................7Inside The Law .........................22Letters to the Editor .....................6Wolfgang .................................23

Vol. 16 - No. 35 January 30, 2016

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THE JACKSON

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By Jennifer Peacock They were three friends on their way home from the Fortune Buffet in Toms River. “One split second changes your entire life. It changed my entire life.” Christopher Russo was a high school

–Photos by Jennifer PeacockChristopher Russo, at right, visited his alma mater Jackson Memorial on behalf of the James Volpe Foundation, named for his best friend, who died in a car accident in 2011. Russo was also in the car and has since helped the Foundation in projects such as a safe driving one at JMHS. The school’s project, a driving video, above, was a state winner.

Years Later, Volpe Fatality Still Inspires CommunityCharity, Safe Driving Efforts In Jackson

senior back in 2011 when he and two class-mates and fellow baseball players, one being Russo’s best friend James Volpe, left the buffet on that May 13 evening. “I still definitely face post-traumatic stress disorder. I have trouble driving with people

in the same car. When I’m in the car with somebody else I really get nervous. I don’t like driving with other people. I faced los-ing my best friend, and I struggle with that every day still.”

JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina and members of Rolling Thunder New Jersey Chapter 2 will assemble at the Jackson Township Municipal Building for a Missing Man Table/Chair of Honor Ceremony on February 3 at 2 p.m. This ceremony will unveil a new perma-nent table and chair which will remind us of all of those that are still missing but not forgotten. The contents of this monument have symbolic meaning to the soldiers that fought alongside our prisoners of war and veterans still missing in action. To date, there are approximately 91,000 military members unaccounted for and yet to return. This ceremony will take place in the Main Meeting Room at Town Hall, located at 95 West Veterans Highway and will last ap-proximately 45 minutes to one hour. The ceremony is open to the public.

TOWNSHIP TO INSTALL

MISSING MAN TABLE

By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County officials believe the local landscape is the perfect backdrop for the silver screen, and they are looking to actively promote the county as a setting for television and films. Freeholder Joseph Vicari announced an “aggressive” push to lure the entertainment industry to Ocean County, beginning with a renewed alliance with the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commis-sion, a state body that promotes media production statewide. “When we have it, it really perks up the economy,” said Vicari, who was quick to dismiss the idea of a revived “Jersey Shore”

Ocean County Looks To Lure

TV, Movie Shoots

OCEAN COUNTY – Join Ocean County in celebrating Black History Month, Feb-ruary, when activities abound focusing on culture, local and national history, crafts, film, music and more. Events for all ages are available; check out the following calendar of events: February 4, 10 a.m. to noon – Stop in any-time between 10 a.m. and noon to celebrate Diversity Month by making an African

Check Out Black History Month Events In Ocean CountyMaasai necklace. Ages 18-36 months. This event is free. Register with Point Pleasant Beach branch library. February 4, 1 p.m. – The Manchester branch Library’s monthly program, “From Page to Screen: A Book and Film Discus-sion” will discuss an assigned book and view a film adaptation of that title. The subject of February’s meeting is a black southern woman who struggles to find her

identity over the course of 40 years starting in the early 1900s while suffering abuse from her father and others. The best-selling novel, “The Color Purple,” was written by Alice Walker in 1982. The 1985 movie version that will be screened at the library on February 4 stars Danny Glover, Whoo-pi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey. It has a runtime of 154 minutes and is rated PG-13.

(Movie - See Page 4)(Events - See Page 12)

(Safe Driving - See Page 4)

Physical Therapy Center

1-(855)-3ALLCARE • www.AllCarePTC.com Come experience the All-Care difference for yourself!

Jackson • Barnegat • Brick • Toms River Whiting • Manchester • Forked River

Free Transportation • In-Home & Outpatient PT

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Russo, Volpe, and the driver, never offi-cially named by the Ocean County Prose-cutor’s office, were speeding and recklessly driving west on Route 37 through Lakehurst when their vehicle collided with another driven by 41-year-old Robert Vallee. Sev-enteen-year-old Volpe was declared on the scene. Vallee would die days later from injuries at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. The driver was charged with two counts of vehicular homicide. Because he was a minor, his case was heard in the Juve-nile Division of Family Court. The outcome of that case was never made public. It’s 2016, and Russo said he was able to pick himself up and move on with his life, and make himself a better person because of all he’s been through. He was at his alma mater, Jackson Memorial High School, rep-resenting the foundation named for his best friend, The James Volpe Foundation. The

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Foundation, along with JMHS’s Students against Drunk Driving (SADD) and staff, won the 2014-15 U Got Brains? Champion Schools program. The competition, oper-ated by the Brain Injury Alliance of NJ with its website funded by the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, asks participating schools to create a campaign that addresses teen driving and safety. The winning idea, “I Drive Safe For…” came from Justin Volpe, James’ brother, who graduated last year. The students created a video montage of JMHS staff and students saying who they drive safely for. “So just seeing how someone driving safe affects everybody, it affects someone’s child, someone’s grandchild, nephew, husband, wife, that was the main idea of the video,” SADD advisor Maryann Stenta said. The video also included clips from the school’s Grim Reaper and Alive at 25 presentations. “Anything that we did that promoted students not to be destructive be-hind the wheel, just making healthy choices,

went into the video.” The school placed first and won funds to purchase a driving simulator, which is used in the sophomore Drivers Ed class. The students have been using the simulator for several weeks now. The simulator was put on display for administrators and mem-bers of the press late in January. “It was an incredible experience and we’re just glad the kids had a chance to really have an impact, a lasting impact on our safe driving initiative, which has really become a staple in everything that we’re doing here to promote safety and good decision making,” JHMS Vice Principal Kyle Brunson said. Brunson said the $25,000 simulator exposes students to a number of driving situations, such a hazardous weather con-ditions, texting and driving, drunk driving. The simulator is imperfect. Its steering wheel is much smaller than average and the pedals are much more sensitive than most vehicles’ pedals. The flat comput-

erized screen lacks the real-life three-di-mensional feel of a real car, making depth perception judgments difficult. But the students helping to show off the simula-tor that afternoon were thankful for the experience. “You think you know what you’re doing but you really don’t,” sophomore Brandon Costa said. Russo tried out the simulator as well. He judged his performance as fair. “I’m hoping that it helps kids out and makes everybody a safer driver,” Russo said. “We try to educate young drivers on what the consequences are because they don’t understand that.” JMHS plans to enter the U Got Brains? competition again in hopes of winning another first place and additional simu-lator. For more information about U Got Brains? visit ugotbrains.com. For more information about the James Volpe Foundation, visit jamesvolpefoundation.org.

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reality show production. This time around, officials say, the county will look to promote its diverse landscape of beaches, boardwalks, back bay areas and pine forests, as well as farmland in the western portion of the county. “We also have a lot of historic buildings,” Vicari said. As it currently stands, tax incentives for tele-vision and film production in New Jersey have largely ended. In 2011, Gov. Chris Christie nixed a tax credit program that allowed “Jer-sey Shore” to receive about $420,000 in relief, arguing that the production, based in Seaside Heights, tarnished the state’s reputation. In the years since, an additional tax incentive pro-gram was allowed to sunset while attempts to revive it have been mired in Trenton politics. For Ocean County, the lack of tax incentives remains an issue, as well as the fact that in the wake of “Jersey Shore,” several municipali-ties, including Toms River, passed ordinances making it more difficult to produce television shows and movies, a move that was targeted at MTV’s attempts to create a sequel to the hit reality show. “We’re going to do it under the existing framework we have right now,” Vicari said of the county’s push, adding that he plans on lobbying state officials to renew tax credits. “We’ve been talking to many of the mayors, and I think it is a very good thing we’ve set out to do.” “A lot of shows are filmed in Long Island, and we know we have the right setting,” Vicari continued. Despite the opposition by many locals to Jersey Shore’s filming, business owners in Seaside Heights hailed the show as a boon to the tourism economy. Now, the borough is attempting to reinvent itself as a family resort reminiscent of decades past. The coun-ty’s northern barrier island as well as Long Beach Island, combined with the expansive Pine Barrens, are perfect for filming, officials believe. “We have it all,” Vicari said.

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It’s that time again when we tend to hear discussions about New Year’s Resolutions. Eat-ing healthier, going to the gym, cutting back on sweets. Resolutions are passionately set, but as winter drags on, we slowly fall off the wagon. Suddenly the gym is less crowded and the lines for fast food are longer than ever. Since March 21, 2014, we’ve collectively lost over 75 pounds by making a com-plete lifestyle change. With realistic goals and milestones, we have improved our diets and made exercise an every-day habit. Instead of making resolutions this year, make intentions. When you intend to do some-thing good for your body, it’s possible to fail. But unlike resolutions, you don’t have to wait until next year to start over! Intend to live healthier– you can restart at any time. We’ve found that little changes can add up to big results. That’s why we live by the American Heart Associa-tion’s Life Simple 7 program. There are seven manageable improvements to your health that can make a big differ-ence. Start by watching your blood sugar and reducing your sugar intake. To learn more about the program, visit heart.org/MyLifeCheck. Our pledge is to inspire the world to lose 10 pounds. With resoulutions in mind, what are your intentions?Steve and Christian EstrelladoAmerican Heart Association Volunteers

On the wall outside my office at New Jersey Con-servation Foundation is a whiteboard where our staff records newly-completed land preservation projects. Most years, the board is nearly full by the end of December. But in 2015, the board was filled by October and we had to tack on a sheet of paper to fit all the projects. In other words, 2015 has been one of the best for land preservation in NJ Conser-vation’s 55-year history! As of recent, we and our partners have completed 40 projects, protecting 2,432 acres of open space and farmland. These preserved lands reflect the rich landscape diversity of the Garden State. They include fertile farmland in the Delaware Bay watershed, expan-sive forests in the environ-mentally-sensitive Pine Bar rens, and r uggedly mountainous properties in the Highlands. This year’s most innovative preser-vation project is creating a new preserve out of an old corporate campus in Mercer County, and adding a vital link in the popular Lawrence Hopewell Trail. Every acre preserved improves New Jersey’s quality of life by making sure that we – and future generations – have clean drinking water, freshly grown produce, habitat for wildlife and great places to exercise and enjoy na-

Recently, I was visiting family in Arizona and had the honor to serve the home-less dinner, which my daugh-ter-in-law had prepared with help from wonderful women from her church to help serve. This is not about my daughter-in-law, it’s about those who serve without making news headlines. I looked at the counter where I chose to serve fruit and noticed that for the three feet difference, “there but by the grace of God go I.” I came away from that experi-ence feeling so humbled that I had to write this letter. I, like many of you, had never had contact with homeless people but I, like yourselves, am one step away from their plight whatever reason it be. To a person, one by one, all were polite and thankful and gracious saying “thank you ma’am” and “may I have more” which earlier I had been instructed to do re-gardless of how many times they came back. What nice people that I will always hold in my heart. May God bless them always and you and I as hopefully, some will come out of their situation whatever the rea-son for them being there.Bette KooremanWhiting

In light of the increase in houses and apartments being built in Brick, cau-tion needs to be taken. The Brick Town Council needs to be careful with the estab-lishing of religious places of worship in and near the new housing. Like a sur-rounding town, where a house is built and then there

Too many people aren’t saving enough to adequate-ly fund their own retire-ment. Only five percent of people who lack a work-place savings plan actually figure out what they need to do and set up a plan on their own. If nothing is done, the staggering number of people retiring into poverty in the coming years will greatly increase the cost of government assistance programs and the burden on taxpayers. So waiting and watching is not a good option. Fortunately, a bipartisan group of New Jersey leg-islators are acting now. The Secure Choice Savings Program, a bill supported by AARP and on its way to Governor Christie’s desk, is a simple solution: Make it easy for working people to save their own money for retirement by establishing a pooled system of Individual Retirement Accounts. Make it easy for employers – the vast majority of whom want to offer a retirement plan – by relieving them of the time, cost and the liability of setting up their own plan. Secure Choice costs tax-payers nothing. Retirement plans will be administered by professional, private sec-tor financial services firms. Let’s get this done and create a better future for everyone.Brian McGuireAARP Volunteer

2015 marked the 20th An-niversary of the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memori-al, which pays tribute to the 1,563 New Jerseyans who did not return home from the Vietnam War and is located on the grounds of the PNC Arts Center at Exit 116 Gar-den State Parkway. It also marked 49 years since I first landed in Vietnam, after be-ing drafted by the U.S. Army. As Executive Director of the New Jersey Viet-nam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation (NJVVMF), I have been reunited with my brothers and sisters in our mission at NJVVMF. To-gether, we offer experiences at the Memorial and adja-cent Museum that recognize the sacrifices, courage and valor of Vietnam Veterans. I want to remind my fel-low New Jerseyans that NJVVMF is privileged to operate the only museum in the country dedicated to the Vietnam Era. It is an import-ant place where we educate all ages on the Vietnam War Era through ceremony, exhibitions, events and pro-grams. Letters, artifacts and video testimonies provide rare, personal experiences. Visitors learn history from those who lived it through our Vietnam Veteran vol-

Don’t Resolve, Intend

Great Year For Conservation

ture. Thank you for your support!Greg RomanoDirector of Statewide Land AcquisitionNew Jersey Conservation Foundation

Helping The Homeless Is Humbling

is a worship center placed. I see no problem with the developments but with no restriction on the zoning a problem can develop and it would be too late. By having a religious center in a housing complex, an increase in traffic both pe-destrian and vehicular will cause problems. This is just an observation now, and it should be addressed soon before people start to move into the homes.Robert HornBrick

Houses Of Worship

Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Important Monument

unteer-led tours. Free tours are offered at 11 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month. Each year more than 9,000 school children visit us and their time with the veterans is life changing for both the students and guides. Our veterans have also helped veterans of recent wars through projects like our Huey helicopter restoration and Combat Paper Project. As a not-for-profit or-ganization, NJVVMF is self-supporting and we need the public’s support, both financially and through par-ticipation, to exist. With your help, we will preserve the legacy and continue to honor those who served and our active duty service men and women. Please re-member us as we remember them. Interested residents may check line 61 on the New Jersey tax form to donate. For information on the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial and Vietnam Era Museum and Educational Center, visit njvvmf.org or call 732-335-0033. Thank you.Bill Linderman,Executive DirectorNew Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation

Legislation Offers Retirement

Solution

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

NEW JERSEY – Legis-lation sponsored by As-semblymen Ron Dancer, Dave Rible and Anthony M. Bucco that requires a dr iver to turn on the interior light of a motor vehicle when stopped by a law enforcement officer received General Assembly approval. “A police officer nev-

NEW JERSEY – Leg-isla t ion Assembly man Ron Dancer sponsors to protect victims of domes-tic violence won General Assembly approval. The bill (A-3806) establishes a four-year pilot program in Ocean County to elec-tronically monitor domes-tic violence offenders. The measure was in-spired by the tragic death of Letizia “Lisa” Zindell,

Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer

Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer Capitol Comments 12th Legislative District

Bill To Monitor Domestic Violence Violators Gets Assembly Approval30, of Toms River. Letizia was strangled to death in 2009 by her ex-f iancé, who had been released from jail the day before, despite violat ing a re-st raining order several times. Zindell was a so-cial worker for the state Division of Youth and Family Services working toward her second mas-ter’s degree. “Physical abuse almost al-

ways results in long-term psychological harm and never should be tolerated,” said Dancer, R-Ocean, Burl ing ton, Middlesex and Monmouth. “Lisa did everything she could to try to protect herself, but our cur rent law wasn’t enough. We need to keep people safe from abusers who are likely to continue their depraved behavior. This measure will allow

us to take advantage of all available technology to make sure violent offend-ers cannot repeat their crimes.” The legislation, known as “Lisa’s Law,” creates a pilot program that applies to defendants convicted of contempt of a domestic violence restraining order. When such a defendant is released on bail or person-al recognizance, the court

may order electronic mon-itoring as a condition of release. Tampering with, removing or vandalizing the device will be a third degree crime, which car-ries a three to five year prison sentence and a fine up to $15,000. Dancer added that where the technology ex ist s , no other states currently elect ron ical ly monitor individuals convicted of

domestic violence or who violate restraining orders. He said the bill has the potential to make New Jersey a leader in using technology to protect peo-ple from being re-victim-ized.

Bill Would Require Drivers To Turn On Interior Light When Pulled Overer knows what will hap-pen when pulling over a driver for a motor vehicle violation,” said Dancer, R-Ocean, Burlington, Mid-dlesex and Monmouth. “Such stops can be partic-ularly dangerous at night when an officer can’t clear-ly see inside the vehicle. This measure will allow officers to see who is in

the car and if there are any weapons.” Cur rent law requires drivers to turn on the in-terior light if an officer asks during a traffic stop between dusk and dawn or in bad weather when headlights are required. A driver who refuses faces a $50 fine. The Dancer-Rible-Bucco

bill (A-3607/S-3201) ex-pands the law by requiring that the interior light be turned on anytime a driver is stopped by a law en-forcement officer. The fine remains $50. “This bill protects drivers and police officers,” said Rible, R-Monmouth and Ocean. “As more police use body cameras, light-

ing up the interior of a car becomes more important. Better lighting provides a better video of the interac-tion between a driver and police officer.” “This is an easy and rea-sonable request,” explained Bucco, R-Morris and Som-erset. “It’s a common sense measure that protects ev-eryone involved. If a driver

hasn’t done anything wrong or has nothing to hide, it’s a harmless request. On the other hand, it may give law enforcement a chance to see contraband or weapons they otherwise would not have known were there, putting them at great risk.” The bill cleared the As-sembly Appropr iat ions Committee recently.

OCEAN COUNTY – Cold weather can be especially tough on senior citizens, and with more than 160,000 older adults calling Ocean County home, it’s important that this population is pre-pared to weather the winter. “While snowy weather and plunging temperatures have an effect on everyone, the elderly are often more susceptible to the dangers of winter,” said Ocean County Freeholder Joseph H. Vi-cari, who serves as chair-man of Senior Services. According to the Nation-al Institutes for Health, more than 1.6 million older Americans go to the emer-gency room each year for fall-related injuries. One of the major causes of a fall is ice and black ice, which can occur without warning. “With anticipated low temperatures, we need to

Freeholders Urge Winter Weather Cautionbe aware of these potential-ly hazardous conditions,” Vicari said. To lessen the chances of a fall, be cautious of footwear and make arrangements to have even a simple hand-rail installed to provide the necessary support to help maintain balance and keep you from falling. To prevent hypothermia, keep your home’s thermo-stat set at 68 degrees or above, dress in layers of loose-fitting clothing and keep your head covered when you are outdoors. A great deal of heat is lost when your head is exposed. As we age, our skin be-comes thinner and drier, thus more prone to tears. Certain medications can even affect the lining of your nose, creating an in-creased risk for nose bleeds. Keep the dangers of dryness

low by using a humidifier to keep the air moist, drink plenty of water and eat foods high in water content like soups and vegetables, and moisturize your skin daily with creams or lotions. “We cannot stop the win-ter weather from coming,” Vicari said. “But we can be prepared for it.” Vicari urged residents to check in on their elderly neigh-bors, family members and friends. “One quick call can save a life,” Vicari said. Vicari said seniors partici-pating in the county’s nutri-tion program are checked on daily when their meal is de-livered. He added that even during inclement weather, additional meals may be delivered before an im-pending storm so the senior will have food in the house should drivers be unable to get to them.

“The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders with Community Services Inc., our nutrition program pro-vider, work diligently in making sure seniors are taken care of during all kinds of weather,” Vicari said. “Knowing they have a meal in the house they can warm up and eat is one less worry for our seniors and their caregivers during winter weather.” Vicari urged seniors to contact the Office of Senior Services for information on the 2015/2016 Energy Utility Discount p rogram. For example, Universal Service Fund is a federally funded program to assist low-income households with their heating bills. El-igibility is based on house-hold size and monthly in-come. Applications will be automatically sent to those

who received a heating ben-efit last year. If you are not a Home En-ergy Assistance/Universal Service Fund recipient and would like to apply, call the Office of Senior Services at 732-929-2091 or 800-668-4899. If you are already a recipient and have any ques-tions, contact O.C.E.A.N., Inc. at 732-244-9041. “There is an assortment of programs and services available that can help our seniors during harsh winter weather,” Vicari said. “By calling the Office of Senior Services, you can learn about what is available and be more comfortable during the winter months.” Vicari also cautioned pet owners to take proper pre-cautions so their pet is not affected by cold tempera-tures. “If it’s too cold for you, it’s

probably too cold for your pet, so keep your animals inside,” Vicari said. “Don’t leave pets outside or in cars, which can act like refrigera-tors in cold weather.” Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow can cause chapped paws and itchy, f laking skin, but these aren’t the only dis-comforts pets can suffer. Winter walks can become downright dangerous if chemicals from ice-melting agents are licked off of bare paws. “When the weather chang-es and temperatures plum-met, we need to make sure everyone is properly cared for,” Vicari said.

Freeholder Joseph Vicari

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OCEAN COUNTY – As of October, Mark Kotzas, president of the Charity Resale Shop in Toms River, has designated the proceeds of the shop to be donated monthly to various small charities such as Providence House, Ocean of Love, Interfaith Hospitality Network, Children’s Specialized Hospital and more added in the year ahead.

–Photo courtesy Crossroads RealtyFrom left to right: Maureen Schutz of Charity Resale Shop, Mark Kotzas of the Kotzas Family Foundation and Judge Barbara Ann Villano (ret).

Shop Donates To Tina’s House

In December, Maureen Schutz of Charity Resale Shop and Mark Kotzas of the Kotzas Family Foundation have donated to Tina’s House Ocean County Child Advocacy Cen-ter, which provides coordinated services to children and their families in situations where there are allegations of sexual or physical abuse and neglect.

JACKSON – Help fight hunger in our community. Bring non-perishable food items to the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library from February 1 to Feb-ruary 29 and they will be donated to the Jackson Women of Today Food Pantry. There will be a donation bin in the library lobby. The pantry cannot accept clothing or household items. For a full list of items needed by the Jackson Women of Today Food Pantry, visit: jacksonfoodpantry.com/foodnon-fooditemlist.htm. The Jackson Women of Today oper-ate the food pantry and is a 501(C)(3)

PLUMSTED – In October a notice was sent out informing Plumsted Township’s businesses that the township was in the process of compiling a Business Directory for all businesses in Plumsted Township. It is the township’s goal to have as many businesses in this directory as possible. If you haven’t already responded to the email, complete the form and return to the Municipal Clerk’s Office in one of three

JOINT BASE – On April 7 and 8, a Veteran Career Summit will be held at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. The summit will feature education, seminars, networking and a job fair.

Library To Hold Food Drivecharitable organization. His mission is to provide members opportunities in the areas of leadership training, personal growth, community service and work in partnership with our community. The Jackson Women of Today Food Pantry distributes food from The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and privately donated food to low income and unemployed households to relieve food insecurity and emergency distress situations. For more information, contact the Ocean County Library at 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

ways: email to [email protected], fax to 609-758-0123 or mail to the attention of the Municipal Clerk, 121 Evergreen Road, New Egypt, NJ 08533. They will also be reaching out to business owners in various ways to ensure that they include as many businesses as possible. Contact the Municipal Clerk’s office by emailing [email protected] or calling 609-758-2241 ext. 101.

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Stay tuned to gomdl.com for more details. This event is open to all military service members (active/reserve/guard), retirees, veterans and their spouses. No federal en-dorsement is implied.

Veteran Career Summit

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TOMS RIVER – “Preferred Company with Joel Markel and Marianne Levy” has aired in a new 8 to 10 a.m. time slot on WOBM AM (1160 and 1310) during the morning drive, Monday through Friday. Several years ago Joel Markel, the president and owner of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing Services, Eatontown, began hosting his own radio show “Preferred Com-pany,” discussing topics of interest to fami-lies, the senior community, and caregivers. In 2014, Townsquare Media even renamed its fourth floor WOBM-AM studio in the Bob Levy Broadcast Center, “The Preferred Home Health Care Studio.” Due to Bob Levy’s retirement from “Bob and Marianne in the Morning,” Levy’s wife and co-host Marianne Levy transitioned to “Preferred Company with Joel Markel,” a show she had already been co-hosting for the past three years. “Preferred Company,” however, has now expanded from one hour to two and will air five days a week instead of three. Markel and Levy will continue to discuss the latest issues, trends and challenges in the home health care industry in a “relaxed, advice-oriented, informational and fully interactive” format. Markel is known to use his passion for radio to promote many char-itable and nonprofit causes, and to discuss

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–Photo courtesy of Townsquare MediaJoel Markel and Marianne Levy co-host “Preferred Company.”various health and wellness topics. Besides Preferred clients and staff, Markel likes to feature local talent on the show as well. Listeners are invited to call in or send emails to interact with the hosts. For more information, visit Preferredradio.com.

JACKSON – The Forest Resource Education Center will now be open to the public on the second Saturday of each month (except for September). Visit the beautiful display area and learn about the Forest Fire Service, com-munity forestry, the history of forestry in New Jersey, forest pests and many other aspects of

GALLOWAY – Stockton University is hold-ing the 27th Annual Pinelands Short Course on March 12. This course features presentations, lectures and field trips about all things Pine Barrens. Learn about Pinelands water quality, ecology, the pygmy forest, moths and butter-

JACKSON – If you are experiencing sadness due to divorce, separation or loss of a loved one, or are overwhelmed with helping care for a loved one, St. Aloysius Parish invites you to come to its support groups to meet others who will possibly better understand your feelings and help you feel less alone. Sharing your feelings is the best way to get through them. You need people you can talk to. Support group members often make friends that end up being a source of support for years to come. The support groups meet on the first and

Saint Aloysius Parish Support Groupsthird Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Parish Office. February 3 will be divorced and separated support and Well Spouses (those caring for a spouse who is ill or disabled). Email [email protected] if interested in drug and alcohol recovery or need more information. In order to continue with these groups, a freewill donation of $5 per person is requested. All groups are confidential. Come to the front door of the Parish Office, the white building located at 935 Bennetts Mills Road.

New Jersey’s trees and forests. A guided hike will be provided from 1 to 2 p.m. on each date. The Forest Resource Education Center is located at 495 Don Connor Blvd. For more information, contact Christina Yuncza at 732-928-8472 or [email protected] or visit state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/forest/.

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Stockton To Hold Pinelands Short Course flies and so much more. There are also courses on photography, his-tory and music. Sponsored by the NJ Pinelands Commission and The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.

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

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NOTICE TO BIDDERSPUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 in the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean for roof replacement at the Miller Avenue firehouse. Said bids shall be called for and shall be received, opened and read in public at the Miller Road Firehouse, 785 Miller Avenue, Jackson, New Jersey, 08527, at 3:00 p.m. prevailing time, on Friday, February 26, 2016.

A site visit for the purposes to allow any potential bidders to inspect the existing roof has been scheduled for Friday February 12 at 2:00 PM at the Miller Avenue Firehouse. Attendance is not mandatory but access to the site will not be available at any other time.

All bids shall be hand-delivered at the time and place stated for the receipt of bids. No bid shall be delivered or accepted after the date and hour as designated herein.

All bids shall be accompanied by security in the form of a certified or cashiers’ check or bid bond made payable to the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 in the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, in an amount of 10% of the bid, but not to exceed $20,000, which security shall be considered a guarantee that the bidder will, if awarded a contract by the Commissioners, enter into said contract and furnish any performance bond or other security required as a guarantee or indemnification. In addition, each bid shall be accompanied by a letter from a bonding company authorized and licensed to do business under the laws of the State of New Jersey, stating that the company shall furnish a performance bond in the amount of 100% of the bid if said bidder is awarded a contract by the Commissioners.

The appropriate resolution, instructions to bidders, detailed specifications, proposal and other appropriate bid documentation relative to the aforesaid project may be obtained upon written or verbal request made to the attorney for the Commissioners, Richard M. Braslow at (732) 341-7537, during normal business hours, Mondays through Fridays.

Bids shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope with the name and address of the bidder set forth on the outside thereof. Said envelope shall denote “BIDS FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT, MILLER AVENUE FIREHOUSE” on the outside and shall be addressed to the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2, Township of Jackson.

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NEW EGYPT – Congratulations to the New Egypt Middle School “Green Machines” for winning the Lexus Eco Challenge with their “No Waste Wednesday” project. The Lexus Eco Challenge asks middle school and high school students to improve their commu-nities by participating in environmentally themed competitions. The “Green Machine” team members Hannah Lombardo, Michaela Weber, Sarah Weber, Charlie Devine, Julia Rice, Erik Brown, Hailey Tipton and Alicia Spencer sought to reduce the amount of trash the school produced during lunches with their Eco Challenge project. To achieve their goal, the team encouraged students to recycle more and rewarded

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–Photo courtesy New Egypt Middle SchoolThe “Green Machines” won the Lexus Eco Challenge.

students who used reusable items like ther-moses and metal water bottles during lunch. Raffle tickets were given to students who participated in the “No Waste Wednesday” lunches and prizes were awarded for each grade. The results were impressive. Before “No Waste Wednesday,” there were about 90 pounds of garbage for each grade, and after the trash was reduced to only 32.5 pounds of garbage per grade. For winning the challenge, each “Green Machine” team member will receive an $875 scholarship award. Additionally, New Egypt Middle School will receive $3,000 to help fund scholarships and their annual Eco Fair.

JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department has a confidential tip line to receive crime or suspicious activity information from con-cerned citizens. Call 732-833-3032 to reach the tip line. The tip line will be answered by a voice mail system and reviewed by a detective. All con-tact information will be kept confidential and

PLUMSTED – A new knitting group will meet every second and fourth Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Sabbath House, located at 8 Front Street in New Egypt (next to the Plumsted Presbyterian Church). The knit-ting group will be knitting scarves for the Christmas At Sea project of the Seamen’s Church Institute, which provides knitted and

you will receive a return call if requested. You may also leave crime or suspicious activity information anonymously. Remember, this tip line should not be used for crimes in progress or emergencies that require an immediate response. If you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Any non-emergency calls dial 732-928-1111.

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crocheted garments to warm mariners’ hearts and lives. If you don’t know how to knit, the group can teach you. Or just come for a couple of hours of good company and a cup of tea in a nice place. Bring yarn (washable worsted weight if you’re ready to begin a project) and needles (size 8). The group provides patterns.

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JACKSON – Free tax assistance will be provided by members of AARP at the Jackson Library on Thursdays from February 4 through April 14. Appointments will be available from 9

a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and must be made in advance. This program is open to the public and there is no age requirement to receive assistance. For details, call 732-928-4400, ext. 3808.

AARP To Provide Free Tax Assistance

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There is no pre-registration for this free adult program. The book is available for immediate pickup at the Manchester Branch Library so that it can be read ahead of time. February 4, 6:30 p.m. – Film and Discus-sion: “Betty and Coretta.” Join the Lacey branch library to watch and discuss the movie depicting the widows of Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, and how they carry on as single mothers after the assassination of their husbands. (Not Rated) 88 min. Register with the Lacey branch library. February 6, 2 p.m. – All ages are invited to learn about African American Cherokee Indian culture and traditions with George Tooks at the Manchester branch Library. Through music, stories, dance and sign language, he will share and compare the beliefs and teachings from the two parts of his cultural heritage: African and Native American. A longtime resident of Ocean County, Tooks is a storyteller, writer, composer and actor. Refreshments will be provided at this event, which is taking place in celebration of Black History Month. The program is free of charge, but registration is required. February 8, 3 p.m. – Soul Food Sampler. Teens can learn about healthy and tasty Soul Food for Black History Month. Try some new flavors. Register with the Brick branch library. February 9, 10:30 a.m. – African-American History Online. Explore more than 500 years of the African-American experience. Browse by topic or timeline. Register with the Brick branch library. February 11, 3:30 p.m. – “Healthy and Tasty Soul Food.” Join Giavonna Carbonello, registered dietitian of the Perlmutter Family ShopRites as she cooks up healthy soul food with tasty authentic flavors for Black History Month. Sponsored by OCL YASP. Ages 7 and up. Register with the Tuckerton branch library. February 13, 1:30 p.m. – Feature Film. (Rat-ed PG-13) 149 min. In honor of Black History Month, join us for the special screening of the Abraham Lincoln biopic released in 2012 star-ring Daniel Day-Lewis. This film chronicles the President’s time in office between 1861 and 1865 as he dealt with personal demons, politics and the fight to emancipate the slaves. Register with the Brick branch library. February 16, 2 p.m. – “African-Ameri-can Genealogy.” Join to learn the basics of conducting research on African-American genealogy. Those with African ancestry and roots in America face some unique challenges in documenting and telling their family story. Register with the Lacey branch library. February 16, 6:30 p.m. – College of New Jersey Professor Christopher Fischer will present the documentary “Freedom Summer 1964” and lead a discussion after the screening. This event is free. Register at Point Pleasant Beach branch. February 18, 11 a.m. – Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for a toddler dance party. To celebrate African American Heritage Month, as well as Chinese New Year, Point Pleasant Beach branch library will be featuring a variety of music from artists with African American and Chinese roots. Register with Point Pleasant Beach branch library. February 18, 1 p.m. – “Black Indians Storytelling.” With music, storytelling, sign

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language and dance, you will learn about the similarities of both the Black culture and the Native American culture. Using traditional Native American and African teachings, at-tendees will learn of women’s roles, the teach-ings of love and respect for Mother Earth and love for each other. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. Register with the LBI branch library. February 19, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. – The Jack-son branch library is bringing back the hits with this edition of Boogie Babies. Join them for an epic toddler dance party to some of Motown’s most recognizable songs. Participation with caregiver is required. For children ages 1 to 4. Register with the Jackson branch library. February 22, 7 p.m. – Madame CJ Walker: Self-Made Woman. Sarah Breedlove, known as Madame CJ Walker, was a 19th Century entrepreneur and an early civil rights advocate. She revolutionized the hair care and cosmetics industry, becoming America’s first female, self-made millionaire. As a member of the NAACP, she was instrumental in their efforts to make lynching a federal crime. Dr. Daisy Century portrays Madame CJ Walker describing her life and work in this living history presentation. This program is produced by the American Historical Theatre, and is funded by the Hori-zons Speakers Bureau of the NJ Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Register with the LBI branch library. February 26. noon to 1 p.m. – A satirical portrait of race relations in early 21st-century America, writer/director Justin Simien’s play-fully perceptive feature debut tells the story of a biracial Winchester University student, Sa-mantha, whose controversial radio show sparks a media frenzy of epic proportions. Samantha becomes the subject of a reality show that deals with racial issues. Meanwhile, the Winchester University’s all-white student newspaper staff mistakenly assumes that young black outcast Lionel Higgins (Tyler James Williams) is an expert on black culture, and recruits him to report on the brewing controversy. Adults Only: (R) 100 min. Register with the Berkeley branch library. February 27. noon to 2 p.m. – Celebrate Black History Month with a food tasting prepared by members of Toms River Area NAACP, step-dancing by the N’Step troupe of Toms River High School North and storytelling by Michelle Washington Wilson. Sponsored by the Toms River Area NAACP and the Friends of the Toms River Library. Register with the Toms River branch library. February 27, 2 p.m. – Documentary: “Fighting Back 1957–1962: Eyes on the Prize—America’s Civil Rights Movement.” This award-winning documentary shows how States’ rights loyalists and federal authorities collide in the 1957 and 1962 challenges to segregation of public schools and universities. (Not Rated) 74 min. This event is taking place at the Lacey branch library. February 29, 6:30 p.m. – “Healthy and Tasty Soul Food.” Join Giavonna Carbonel-lo, registered dietitian of the Perlmutter Family Shoprites, as she cooks up healthy soul food with tasty authentic flavors for Black History Month. Ages 9 to 14. Register at the Stafford branch library. To register for library programs, visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

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BERKELEY – New Jersey Audubon and the New Jersey Forest Fire Service have planned a prescribed burn at the Hovnanian Sanctuary, located in Berkeley Township. The timing of the burn will depend upon weather conditions and is scheduled to oc-cur on or before March 15 unless favorable weather conditions allow for an extension. Prescribed burning is part of New Jersey Audubon’s management plan for the 513-acre Hovnanian Sanctuary, and prescribed burns were conducted on various portions of the tract in 2012, 2013 and 2014. New Jersey Audubon is concerned about the integrity of the Pine Barrens ecosystem and is implementing an ecological forest management project that addresses best practices for Pinelands forests. This sanc-tuary is being managed to improve habitat for native Pinelands species, including sev-eral of conservation concern. Prescribed fire will assist in achieving those goals. The primary purpose of prescribed burn-ing in New Jersey is to reduce hazardous accumulations of forest fuels such as underbrush. This aids in the prevention of wildfires, reduces the intensity of the fires and also provides a foundation for safer, more effective fire suppression and protection operations.

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A trained crew will carry out the burn, and the fire will be monitored by the New Jersey Forest Fire Service. This is an important step in the manage-ment plan that New Jersey Audubon has implemented for this tract, according to

Jean Lynch, stewardship project director for New Jersey Audubon. “It works out nicely that in this fire-dependent ecosys-tem, management steps such as thinning and burning will benefit both the local community and the natural community,”

Lynch said. For more information on prescribed burn-ings, visit nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/fire/whm-burning.htm. For more information on the New Jersey Audubon, visit njaudubon.org.

LAKEHURST – The U.S. Army Para-chute Team, the Golden Knights, have officially been added to the “Power in the Pines” list of performers for Joint Base MDL’s 2016 Open House and Air Show. For over fifty-three years, members of the U. S. Army Parachute Team have been marking the milestones of achievement and an evolution of excellence serving as “Ambassadors” of the Army’s only official demonstration team. The Golden Knights portray the image of being the most formidable parachuting competitors and demonstrators in the world today. “We are excited to announce that the United States Army Parachute Team, the Golden Knights, will perform their aerial demonstration at our Open House and Air Show this May,” said Lt. Col. Pat Rayner, Open House and Air Show director. “Our Army mission partners are a crucial part of the team here at Joint Base MDL and showcasing their elite parachute demon-stration team is a huge win.” “Power in the Pines” is free and open to the public and scheduled for May 14 to 15. Gates will open at 9 a.m. with aerial demonstrations slated for 11 a.m. on both days. Contact the Joint Base Public Affairs Office at 754-2104 or visit jointbasemdl.af.mil for more information. Information on the 2016 Open House and Air Show can be found online at jointbasemdl.af.mil/library/openhouseandairshow.asp.

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The dreaded hot flashes of menopause are often more than just a mere nuisance, they can disrupt your life day and night. I have been menopausal for 3 years and luckily have yet to experience a single hot flash or any symptom for that matter, but several friends suffer terribly. They have to change bed sheets from the sweats, and often complain they feel like they’re on fire. Menopause causes changes in mood, weight gain and insomnia. The most popular supplements touted for menopause include black cohosh, flax seeds, soy-based supplements, alfalfa, and/or ginseng. Natural progesterone is often used too and this comes in an over-the-counter cream as well as several prescription types. These may help to some extent but right now I’d like to share new research. Scientists have been looking at serotonin hormone levels. We know serotonin is an important brain neurotransmitter, more specifically it’s one of our ‘happy’ brain chemicals. The impact serotonin has on other hormone levels including estrogen can’t be underestimated. When serotonin is low, the brain experiences dangerous oxidative damage and neurons die. This could precipitate hot flashes, insomnia, and mood swings catapulting you into a pro-inflammatory state with a disrupted sleep cycle and appetite like nobody’s business. It could be a mean menopause. Based upon this new information, I can make natural suggestions for you to ponder. You should consult a physician because raising serotonin isn’t always the answer, and can sometimes backfire. I don’t know what’s right for each of you. That said, here

a r e s o m e o v e r - t h e -counter con-siderations: 5-HTP- This essential amino acid is formed from “tryptophan” which is found naturally in turkey, cheese and nuts. It’s sold as a dietary supplement and it forms serotonin in your body. Remember, without adequate serotonin, hot flashes, irritability and insomnia are more likely to occur. Please don’t ever combine 5-HTP with any prescribed antidepressants or Serotonin Syndrome may result! Melatonin- When serotonin breaks down in your body, it forms melatonin which is one of your natural sleep hormones. You make this, and it’s sold as a supplement. Melatonin is great if you want to sleep a little bit longer. It’s a strong antioxidant and helps reduce that oxidative stress (and resulting inflammation) that I mentioned earlier. A Polish study published in Prz Menopauzalny (Menopausal Review) just evaluated melatonin in menopausal wom-en. Women who received 5mg of melatonin each night for 24 weeks not only slept better but also lost a little weight. I have to say, 5mg is a rather hefty dose! Resveratrol- This provides natural estro-gen-like activity (phytoestrogen) because resveratrol has a similar structure to 17 beta estradiol (our natural estrogen). Restoring estrogen levels may relieve hot flashes and help you sleep. It’s usually taken at night for that reason. If you’d like to receive a more compre-hensive version of this article with more tips sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com Remember to ask your physician if these are right for you.

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JACKSON – The latest film in the Termi-nator series is the next evening movie event at the Jackson Library. When John Connor, leader of the human resistance, sends Sgt. Kyle Reese back to 1984 to protect Sarah Connor and safeguard the future, an unexpected turn of events creates a fractured timeline. Rated PG-13,

126 minutes (2015). This event will take place at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library on Feb-ruary 22 at 6 p.m. To register and find out more information about the title, please call the Jackson branch at 732-928-4400, Option 4 or go online at theoceancountylibrary.org; Calendar of Events, Jackson.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education will host the 20th Annual In-ternational Chef’s Night Out on March 7 at the Pine Belt Arena from 6 to 9 p.m. Over 50 area restaurants, caterers, bakeries, specialty stores and beverage distributors are expected to participate. For the $50 admission fee, attendees may sample an extensive variety of sweet and savory delicacies as well as some of the area’s f ine wines and beverages.

LAKEWOOD – The BlueClaws are host-ing a Multi-Chamber Networking event along with the members of Jersey Shore and Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce. The event will include refreshments, cash bar and networking. Bring plenty of business cards.

JACKSON – Do you love to play bi ngo? T hen come out to Ba r t ley Healthcare’s Valentine’s Day Bingo and Breakfast event. Bartley will be host ing a Valent ine’s Day-themed morning of fun, food and great prizes at the event on February 12 at 8:30 a.m. in the multi-purpose room of Bartley

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In addition to the food and beverage offerings there will be a 50/50 raff le, themed gif t basket raff les and door prizes. Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door. To purchase tickets go to ocvtschefsnightout.org. For more information call Alicia Car-ney at 732-286-5670 ext.3212 or Sharon Noble at 732-473-3100 ext. 3177. All proceeds benefit the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education.

BlueClaws To Hold Business After Hours The event will take place February 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at FirstEnergy Park in the Upstairs Club Bar. The event costs $5 if you register before February 9, or is $10 at the door. To register, visit brickchamber.com/ourevents.

Valentine’s Breakfast Bingo At BartleyHealthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation, 175 Bartley Road. There will be lots of coffee and other breakfast items to satisfy any palate. Come and start your morning right with great company and a little competition. R.S.V.P. to 732-370-4700 and check in at the main entrance upon arrival.

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

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Laurie’s Cleaning Service – Res-idential and Commercial. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. Reasonable rates. Free estimates. Call 732-754-3482. (5)

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TOMS RIVER – Save the date for the second annual Jersey Shore Makerfest, taking place on October 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Pine Belt Arena on Old Freehold Road in Toms River. The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation is proud to support the event again this year as a major sponsor. Organized by Toms River Regional Schools, Jersey Shore Makerfest isn’t about selling or showing, it’s about doing. Everyone from cooks, crafters, artists and authors to hackers, builders, engineers and tinkers come together

Makerfest 2016 Geared Up To Top Last Year’sto share, demonstrate and participate. Makerfest fuses art with science and technology with nature while bringing together the ideas and wisdom of mul-tiple generations. The 3,000-square foot makerspace will be the place for attendees to come together and experience anything they can imagine in the world of art, sci-ence and education. Surrounding the makerspace will be students, educators and community members throughout 75 booths, offering interactive experi-ences that ref lect the mission of their

organizations. In addition to the hands-on interactions, there will be EdTalks and workshops provid ing lea r n ing experiences for anyone from hobbyists to professionals. Jersey Shore Makerfest 2015 brought in over 100 makers and 4,000 attend-ees, and 2016 is geared up to top that. The event is organized and supported by school districts, colleges, commu-nity organizat ions, museums, tech companies, local artists, the NJDOE’s Office of Educational Technology and the NJ School Boards Association.

You can be a part of this unique event by signing up to attend, participate or sponsor Jersey Shore Makerfest 2016 at jerseyshoremakerfest.org. Thanks to the Toms River Board of Education and generous sponsors, the public can attend Jersey Shore Makerfest 2016 at no charge with pre-registration. There is also a great oppor tunity to make a donation to the Toms River School Technology Foundation when register-ing for tickets. If you would like more information, contact Tiffany Lucey at [email protected].

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JACKSON – With winter finally starting to kick in gear this season, Fire Official Frank McDonnell asks all residents and business owners “to help us help you” by removing snow from around fire hydrants located near your home or business. Keep fire lanes, emer-gency exit doors and walkways clear of snow and ice. The Jackson Bureau of Fire Safety No. 3 offers some additional winter fire safety tips to help you maintain a fire safe home or business this winter. Wood stove and fireplaces: Wood stoves should have adequate clearance (36”) from combustible surfaces and proper floor support. Wood stoves should be of good quality, solid construction and design and should be UL listed. Have the chimney inspected annually and cleaned, especially if it has not been used for some time. Do not use flammable liquids to start or accelerate any fire. Keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace opening to prevent embers or sparks from jumping out. Don’t use excessive amounts of paper to build fires in fireplaces. It is possible to ignite the creosote buildup. Keep flammable materials away from your fireplace mantel. A spark could easily ignite these materials. Before going to sleep, be sure your fireplace fire is out. Never close your damper with hot ashes in the fireplace. A closed damper will help the fire to heat up again and force toxic carbon monoxide into the house. Never discard hot ashes inside the home. Place them in a metal container outside and away from the house. Electric space heaters: Do not overload cir-cuits and use extension cords the same size or larger than the appliance electrical cord. Check to make sure that it has a thermostat and will cut off automatically if it falls over. Do not use as a dryer or table—don’t dry clothes or store objects on top of your heater. Give space heaters space. Keep combustibles at least three feet away. Avoid using electrical space heaters in areas where they may come in contact with water. Furnace heating: It is important that you have your furnace inspected to ensure that it is in

good working condition. Inspect the walls and ceiling near the furnace and along the chimney line. If the wall is hot or discolored, additional pipe insulation or clearance may be required. Check the flue pipe and pipe seams. Are they well supported and free of holes and cracks? Soot along or around seams may be an indicator of a leak. Is the chimney solid, with cracks or loose bricks? All unused flue

Winter Fire Safetyopenings should be sealed with solid masonry. Keep trash and other combustibles away from the heating system. Finally, plan and practice a home escape plan with your family. Be sure you have a working carbon monoxide detector especially when using fuel fired appliances. Having working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home dramatically increases

your chances of survival. Smoke alarm batteries need to be tested every month and changed with new ones at least once a year. Consider replacing the entire smoke alarm every ten years, or as the manufacturer guidelines recommend. Contact Fire Official Frank McDonnell to receive your free battery smoke detector at 732-928-1666x14 or email [email protected].

JACKSON – While you may often find certain wildlife species in your woods, it takes a bit more effort to attract more unique and unusual species. When you plant trees and shrubs that provide food and habitat, you’ll get many more wild-life watching opportunities. This work-shop will be held on February 11 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 495 Don Connor Blvd. There is no fee. For more information, contact Christina Yuncza at 732-928-8472 or [email protected] or visit njforestry.org/mybackyard.

LAKEWOOD – Jam out at Jackson’s Elms Elementary School PTN Second Annual Gift Auction on March 4. Gig starts at 5:30 p.m. at Woodlake Country Club. Concert tickets are $75, which includes dinner and a $60 ticket bun-dle. Additional bundles are available pre-sale for only $30. Contact Jennifer Sauickie at [email protected] if interested.

Backyard Forestry In 90 Minutes

Gift Auction:Come Ready To Rock

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The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, Manchester Area 732-408-9455 or our Brick Area at 732-451-080; email us at [email protected] or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.

Many homeowners every year look for professionals to assist then with home improvements, repairs or up-grades. However, in the quest to ren-ovate or add on to their homes, many residents are hurrying through the selection process to find contractors to begin construction and forgetting some important steps to protect them-selves. These are some impor tant reminders that every resident should consider in hiring contractors and choosing their plan of reconstruction. First, prior to hiring a contractor, the homeowner should confirm that the contractor is licensed with the State of New Jersey. This can be easily accomplished by confirming that the contractor is registered with the State of New Jersey in accordance with the Contractor’s Registration Act. A homeowner should also confirm that the registration is not expired, suspended or revoked. The Contrac-tor’s Registration Act requires every registered contractor to have to proper registration number. If your contrac-tor cannot provide a number that has the prefix 13VH then the homeowner should access the State website for Community Affairs to review this list of contractors who are presently facing Notices of Violations prior to hir ing them. Additionally, that registration number ensures that the contractor has the proper liability insurance. In addition, it is important to dis-cuss with the contractor who will

obtain any necessary permits. This step in the process maybe somewhat modified from the traditional permit process as many municipalities have new, easier procedures for victims of Superstorm Sandy to rebuild and repair storm damage. The contract between the parties should establish a payment plan, especially if the res-ident is awaiting insurance proceeds to pay for the cost of the work. Many insurance companies may not pay out the full amount of the insurance pro-ceeds in a lump sum. The insurance company may require installment payments as work is completed or refund the homeowner a portion after the work in complete. It is best that the homeowner and contractor agree on the payment schedule with the full understanding of the homeowner’s insurance policy. Make sure to ask for references for other similar jobs they have completed in the area. Do not be afraid to make calls and contact those home owners to get an honest opinion of the con-tract and the quality of their f inal product. You want to ensure that you select a contractor that will complete the job you hire them for and perform at the highest level of workmanship. Of course, if there is a situation where a contractor leaves without completing a job or does not complete the project in a workmanlike manner, the homeowner can contact the Law Firm of R.C. Shea & Associates to protect their rights.

By Robert C. Shea, Esq. & Dina M. Vicari, Esq. of R.C. Shea & AssociatesProtect Yourself Against Contractor Fraud

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Robert C. Shea Esq. Dina M. Vicari Esq.

LAKEWOOD – Immanuel Lutheran Church invites all to a Mardi Gras celebra-tion in preparation for Lent on February 7 following the 10 a.m. service. Celebrate with sausage and pancakes, signifying the last gasp of excess before preparing for the quiet thoughtfulness of Lent.

There will be games and prizes for all ages, even lottery tickets. There will be two services: 11:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., February 10 on Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. For more information, contact Pastor McKinley at 732-608-7063.

Church To Host Mardi Gras Celebration

OCEAN COUNTY – Freeholder John C. Bartlett announces the Ocean Coun-ty Parks and Recreation Newsletter has been published. The seasonal news-letter is a schedule of the events and programs sponsored by the department. The newsletter highlights the offer-ings of the Parks and Recreation De-

partment as well as information about the 27 parks, nature centers and golf courses throughout Ocean County. The newsletter is currently available at many park locations. To receive a newsletter, or to be placed on the mail-ing list, call 877-OCPARKS or visit oceancountyparks.org.

OC Parks Newsletter Now Available

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For the week of January 30- Fabuary 5

By Jeraldine Saunders

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Remember that you cannot control all situations. You may need to mingle with those of differing view-points to expand your social network this week. Use your energies constructively with business and financial affairs.TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Partners may be energetic and set an extraordinarily quick pace. In the week ahead you may be challenged to keep up within a rapid work en-vironment. Cooperation and compromise will be easily achieved.GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Cats are wise enough to find a sunny windowsill. Find some time to soak up the sun to banish winter blues and brighten your spirits. A partner or loved one may be depressed or overly negative in the week ahead.CANCER (June 21-July 22): Optimism and negativity may duke it out during the week to come. You can do your part to remain positive by reading inspirational literature. Listen to the words of encouragement and financial advice of a friend.LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The Full Moon could provoke a sense of loss or worry with a partner. Think before you act and restrain a tendency to take offense. You can hit the tennis ball or burn off calories on the walking machine in the week ahead.VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You could spend more than you intended in the week ahead, but will be happier than expected. Things of value may be found or made, as your creative talents are at their peak. Your family life will run smoothly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Mingle with family, friends or even coworkers to boost your spirits. You may be more competitive than usual in the week ahead, so you can enjoy sports and outdoor activities, as well as some career maneuvers.SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Brooding over injustices and hiding in a corner is just not your style. Attend community affairs and be a status seeker in the week ahead. Get involved in networking activities and actively play the game of life.SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You could feel caught between a rock and a hard place. You may feel inadequate where a family matter is concerned. Keep in mind that by mid-week you have opportunities to make successful financial decisions.CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): If you have money then you have power. In the week to come you might realize that money and power doesn’t guarantee happiness. Some people in your neighborhood may need a kind word or encouragement.AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The wants and needs of others could seem much more important than your own. Remain sym-pathetic and kind to others. However, do not allow yourself to make crucial decisions based on emotional concerns this week.PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Crying over spilled milk will not refill the jug. Past mix-ups can be righted by using directness and honesty. Use your shrewdness and observational skills to score big with a business idea in the week ahead.

Wolfgang Puck’s

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2014 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

By Wolfgang Puck

As we near the end of January, mem-ories of all that holiday entertaining have begun to fade and many people begin to think about throwing dinner parties again. One thing I’ve noticed over the years about the way people entertain at home is that they mistakenly think they have to go all out, preparing labor-intensive, multi-step dishes to impress their guests. But all too often such an approach can leave feelings of exhaustion rather than the satisfaction that should be felt for an event well thrown. I find, instead, that some of the best dinner parties can feature dishes that are quick and simple to cook yet deliver impressive results. As I show home cooks with lesson after lesson in my new online cooking school, WolfgangPuckCookingSchool.com, it is possible to enjoy great cooking made easy at home by following just a few simple secrets that I share. (You can sample them free at home yourself for 14 days risk-free by visiting my cooking school site.) A great example of that principle is my recipe for pan-seared beef fillets au poivre with red wine sauce. It produces the kind of wow-inducing results you might experience yourself were you served such a dish in a fine French bistro. Yet, the recipe takes just minutes to prepare, and it is pre-pared with commonly found ingredi-ents and everyday kitchen equipment. Pan-searing on top of the stove is one of my favorite ways to cook a delicious steak quickly. As you’ll see, all you have to do is add a crust of cracked peppercorns - achieving what the French call a “steak au poivre” - and then complete an easy pan sauce with red wine, raisins and a touch of cream. The easy-to-master technique of deglazing (which I also demonstrate in a how-to video on my site) helps to capture all the flavor of the seared beef’s pan deposits to create a perfect-ly delicious sauce; and a little cream adds an extra touch of elegance. To soak up every last drop of the sauce, I like to serve a rice pilaf, or maybe some mashed potatoes, alongside the steaks. To drink, pour a variety of red wine similar to the one you used for the sauce. Add a simple appetizer to start, such as a salad of mixed baby greens and

other farmers’ market vegetables, and a light fruit dessert to end the meal, and you have a dinner party that is almost effortless.

PAN-SEARED BEEF FILLETS AU POIVRE

Serves 4 1 cup (250 mL) dry red wine 1/4 cup (60 mL) seedless golden or brown raisins 1/4 cup (60 mL) whole black pepper-corns 1/4 cup (60 mL) whole white pepper-corns 4 beef tenderloin steaks, each 5 to 6 ounces (150 to 185 g) and about 1 1/4 inches (3.2 cm) thickKosher salt 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup (125 mL) heavy cream plus more as needed2 tablespoons bottled barbecue sauce Organic, low-sodium chicken broth or beef broth (if needed) In a small heavy saucepan, bring the wine and raisins to a boil over high heat. Boil until the raisins have softened and flavored the wine, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and set aside. On a small rimmed baking sheet, combine the black and white pep-percorns. With the bottom of a small heavy skillet or saucepan, press down firmly all over the peppercorns, coarsely cracking them. Season all the steaks on both sides with kosher salt. Then, press about 3/4 teaspoon of the cracked peppercorns evenly into the surface on each side. Reserve any extra peppercorns for another use. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add the oil. Heat until very hot and just beginning to smoke. Cook the steaks until seared dark-brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side for rare to medi-um-rare. Transfer to a plate. Pour off the fat. Add the wine and raisins, cream and barbecue sauce, stirring and scraping over high heat to deglaze the pan deposits. Cook until the sauce reaches coating consistency, 1 to 2 minutes, seasoning to taste with salt and adding more cream or a little broth to adjust the consistency. On a cutting board, carve each steak across the grain into slices, fanning out the slices on each plate. Spoon the sauce around the meat. Serve immediately.

No-Stress Steak: Try This Easy-To-Make French Bistro Classic For Your Next Dinner Party

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