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Arts & Entertainment••November 13, 2019
Locals Embrace ‘Vanlife,’ Head Out in Search of Adventure
Shane Dennis had just bought a breakfast burrito in Dana Point, Calif. From the parking lot, he’s on a phone call back to his native Long Beach Island that he’d left a week ago. He was about to…
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News••November 13, 2019
State’s Beach-Nesting Birds Reports Point to Piping Plover Strides on LBI
One hundred fourteen pairs of piping plovers nested in New Jersey in 2019, a 19 percent increase compared to 2018, when the numbers came in at just 96 pairs – the third lowest since federal listing…
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News••November 13, 2019
Delights Artisan Café Given Warm Welcome in Barnegat
Delights Artisan Café in Barnegat was welcomed with a packed house at its grand opening Saturday, Nov. 9. Friends and customers stayed to hear musicians whose notes blended with the aroma of…
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News••November 13, 2019
‘Dune’ It Right on Long Beach Island
Each fall on Long Beach Island, local stewards – from families and neighbors to school groups and scouts – can be seen planting beachgrass on the dunes, to strengthen this first line of defense…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 13, 2019
Kickstart Christmas with Surf City Tree Lighting
The short season between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year just got a little shorter, but in the best possible way. On Friday, Dec. 6, the Surf City Volunteer Fire Co. is hosting its first tree…
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News••November 13, 2019
Ocean County Publishes New Handy Recycling Guide
“Recycle right,” urges the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, with the launch of the newly published 2019-20 Ocean County Recycling Guide.
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Columns••November 13, 2019
Colonies for ‘Defectives’ Proposed
As 1913 came to an end, the New Jersey Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional the law that empowered the state to sterilize criminals and those the government deemed defective. This law had been aimed…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 13, 2019
Have Some Laughs With Bobby Collins on Nov. 22
Comedian Bobby Collins has an ability to truthfully translate the human condition, and audiences across the country relate to his comedic characterizations as he exposes the humor of day-to-day…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 13, 2019
Art Harvest Show at Pine Shores Art Association
The annual Pine Shores Art Association’s Art Harvest is one of the treats of the season. Each year it seems to get better and better as artists in the association put their best efforts to the public…
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News••November 13, 2019
Little Egg Harbor Dedicates New Veterans Park
The weather was perfect for the dedication of the new Veterans Memorial Park on Radio Road in Little Egg Harbor.
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News••November 13, 2019
Toast the Season With Southern Ocean Chamber at Hotel LBI
The Conservatory inside Hotel LBI is the scene of the Southern Ocean Chamber Annual Holiday Cocktail Party, set for Wednesday, Dec.11 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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Sports••November 13, 2019
Southern Regional Girls Volleyball Squad Avenges Regular-Season Loss to Cherry Hill East in State Tourney
Last fall, the Southern Regional High School girls volleyball team lost a regular-season match against Williamstown and during the NJSIAA Group IV tournament knocked off the Braves in the…
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News••November 12, 2019
Final Town Hall Meeting on School Referendum Wednesday in Surf City
Less than a month remains before voters in five Island communities will be asked to determine the outcome of a proposed $7.68 million project to rehab the LBI Grade School in Ship Bottom. On…
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News••November 12, 2019
Sudden Passing of Mario’s Italian Market Owner Mourned
The mood was somber at Mario’s Italian Market in Surf Citythis weekend as staff and shocked customers mourned the loss of owner Mario J. Aversa Jr., who died Nov. 7 at age 46.
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Columns••November 12, 2019
When Wild Turkeys Attack; Presenting Perfect Holiday Bass
Up in the Berkeley section of Ocean County, Yankees then Mets ballplayer Todd Frazier is being attacked by wild turkeys. All right, maybe he isn’t being attacked as much as unholily harassed, but…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 12, 2019
Max Weinberg Brings Unique ‘Jukebox’ Concept to Grunin Center
Following Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band’s 2016-17 tour, drummer Max Weinberg announced a new concept for the small venue: “Max Weinberg’s Jukebox.” At 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22, the Rockand…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 11, 2019
Flower, Lenape Island Craft Programs Planned at LBI Library
The Garden Club of Long Beach Island’sYouth Committee will guide children in grades three to sixin making a Thanksgiving-inspired flower arrangement on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 3:30 p.m. at the Long…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 11, 2019
Alex Hoffman Benefit Planned Nov. 16 at Barnegat Firehouse
Barnegat PBA 296 is hosting a fundraiserfor the family of Alex Hoffman on Saturday, Nov. 16, from noon to 7 p.m. at the volunteer fire company firehouse on Birdsall Street. Hoffman, who was a patrol…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 11, 2019
Sons of Union Veterans Visit Barnegat Library Nov. 16
The Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Librarywill host a presentation by theSons of Union Veterans of the Civil War on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 1 p.m. They will be displayingartifacts, medical records…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 11, 2019
Friendsgiving Fundraiser at Uncle Will’s Grill on Friday, Nov. 29
Join fellow community members at Uncle Will’s Grill in Beach Haven at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, for dinner and entertainment – provided by Beach Haven’s own Michael Corliss – as part of the…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 11, 2019
LBI Library Collecting Toys for Tots
Through Saturday, Dec. 7, the Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City will partner with the Beach Haven Division and Ship Bottom Division of the First Aid Squad in…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 11, 2019
Nov. 16 Comedy Show at Surflight to Benefit Beach Haven Fire Co.
Joe Bublewicz, who jokes that with a name like his it was practically preordained that he would become involved in the world of laughs, was the man behind the scenes at Surflight Theatre’s popular…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 8, 2019
Revolutionary War ‘Affair at Cedar Bridge Tavern’ Reenacted
This year marks the 237th anniversary of the Affair at Cedar Bridge. Join the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission at the site of the historic Cedar Bridge Tavern on Sunday, Dec. 15…
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News••November 8, 2019
Holiday Market Exhibit at LBIF
A festive Holiday Market Exhibit at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences starts Nov. 16 and runs through Dec. 15. Two special events are part of the show- a preview party on Nov.…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 8, 2019
Chanukah
Chanukah is a holiday that is celebrated by lighting of candles for eight nights, giving gifts and eating traditional fried foods. It is telling of the story of a small band of Jews who defeated the…
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News••November 8, 2019
Holly Jolly Holiday Market Dec. 14 in Surf City
Shopping really pops at this beachside boutique when a pop-up holiday market arrives just in time. The title sets the mood- Holly Jolly Holiday Market is a free, family-friendly time at Five O Six…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 8, 2019
Visit Made on Main for Holiday Shopping With Handmade Charm, Plus Seasonal Festivities and Memories to Share
Made on Main, the annual holiday shopping and social extravaganza at The Union Market and Gallery at the Tuckerton Seaport in Tuckerton, will take place Saturday, Nov. 23, from noon to 8 p.m. The…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 8, 2019
Resolve to Reduce Waste in 2020
It’s the most wonderful (and most wasteful) time of the year. Extra cooking and carting food to and from parties typically involve plastic wrap and aluminum foil, disposable pans and spoiled…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 8, 2019
Christkindlmarkt Brings Holiday Crowd to Tuckerton Seaport
The annual Christkindlmarkt at the Tuckerton Seaport is planned for Dec. 6-8, starting with an evening shop-athon on Friday, from 4 to 8 p.m., followed by Saturday hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday…
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Sports••November 8, 2019
Schiattarella: Complete Player, Leader By Example
Gianna Schiattarella has a hard time talking about herself and her accomplishments on the volleyball court. And, rightfully so. She’s a true team player and leader. She doesn’t believe the focus…
