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By Catherine Galioto TOMS RIVER – Taking a moment for the ceremonial transfer from one term to the next, familiar faces were sworn into new

–Photos by Catherine Galioto and Toms River TownshipTom Kelaher, above, his family by his side, is sworn into another term as mayor. Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno administered the oaths of office to Kelaher, as well as (bottom photo, from right) Councilmen Mo Hill, Brian Kubiel and George Wittmann.

Mayor, Council Take Oaths For New Terms

terms to Toms River’s government. The reorganization meeting had Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno swearing in Mayor Tom Kelaher, Councilman-At-Large Mo

By Catherine Galioto TOMS RIVER – Saying the township’s use of a state-approved trapper is cruel, several environmental groups are advocating for non-lethal apparatus to solve a beaver dam problem in the Lake Placid area. Previously, several residents reported the presence of beaver dams in the lake and its streams that run behind their homes. The lake is near Yellowbank Road, Oak Glen and Lake Placid drives, where Township Administrator Paul Shives said township crews were heading out weekly to remove the damage that was causing flooding and drainage issues. (See December 26 story in the Toms River Times). Since then, the council voted to use the Department of Environmental Protection’s approved trapper means to solve the prob-lem, and multiple environmental groups

Protestors Hope Beaver Dam Issue Can Be Non-Lethal

By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – Freeholder Jim Lacey submitted a letter of resignation on December 31, creating a vacancy for the county board of freeholders that the county party chairman said would be filled within 35 days after a county convention is called. Lacey, of Brick, had served as a free-holder since 1993. His term was to end January 2017. Freeholder Director John Bartlett an-nounced Lacey’s resignation December 31 from the five-member, all-Republican board of chosen freeholders. The freeholders meeting after this announcement, the an-nual reorganization meeting, was January 6, after presstime. For updates from The Times, visit micromediapubs.com. According to a report in the Asbury Park

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By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – While the project on the northern barrier island from Manasquan to Seaside is delayed in easement litigation, work on an the Long Beach Island portion of the federal beach replenishment project has been stopped in its tracks following a decision by the Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company to halt operations so its dredge boats could be moved to other projects. The decision by the company to stop work on the Long Beach Island beach replen-ishment and dune building project until sometime in the spring has drawn harsh criticism by state and local officials, who say the project’s completion is central to protecting the island from storm damage during the spring nor’easter and 2016 hur-ricane seasons. “By suspending its Long Beach Island

Beach Replenishment Delay Draws Criticism From Officials

work, this company will expose lives, homes, businesses and infrastructure to se-vere winter storms,” said state Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin, in a statement. “Their decision shows a callous disregard for the people of New Jersey.” Martin called on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which is funding and managing the project, to take action against the com-pany. According to a contract awarded to Great Lake Dredge & Dock, the work was supposed to be completed by mid-May. New Jersey representatives in Washington, D.C. also criticized the decision. In a joint letter penned by U.S. Senators Bob Menen-dez and Cory Booker (D-NJ) and U.S. Rep. Frank LoBiondo (R-2) to the Army Corps, it is expressed that the island’s busy tourism season could be impacted.

“If the project is not completed by its previously agreed upon deadline in May, communities risk losing valuable time from the profitable beach season,” the letter said. But more alarming than the potential economic impact, local officials say, is the lack of protection in vulnerable portions of the island, especially the Holgate section of Long Beach Township. “Our public works crews have pushed up as much sand as possible and right now at high tide, the ocean is right at the toe of the dunes,” Long Beach Township Mayor Joseph Mancini said. “For Great Lakes to leave without replenishing this section of beach is frightening. We feel there is no excuse for them to pick up and leave in the middle of the project.” In addition to Holgate, replenishment has

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have scheduled meetings with township administrators advocating for the use of apparatus and means they say are less cruel to the beavers. On December 30, Township Public Information Off icer Stacy Proebstle released a township statement on the action: “Due to the destructive presence of beavers in Toms River, particularly in the Lake Placid area, it is recognized that the Township must address ongo-ing beaver activity proactively. Left unaddressed, this problem threatens the quality of life of the area’s home-owners … Trapping is the only viable, long-term solution to provide a practical and financial means of responding to the presence of beavers on Town owned and managed lands. Trapping ensures t ha t p rope r t y d a mage a nd hu ma n health and safety risks are minimized and that quality of life is preserved for residents.” Veronica Van Hof, executive director of Unexpected Wildlife Refuge, said the township could use “Beaver Deceiver” or “CulverClear” style fencing, which costs about $4,000 to install, to drive the beavers farther downstream instead of using a trap that could crush or drown the animals. Several protestors joined

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Van Hof outside town hall December 31, to advocate for non-lethal means. “They have disregarded our offer to pay for and install and maintain the f low device that they need and has authorized the state to set lethal Conibear ‘crush traps’ on Lake Placid tonight,” said Van Hof on December 30. “After weeks of discussions with us, the Humane Soci-ety, pleas from Senator Corey Booker’s office as well as an offer to help from two professional engineers to install, at no cost or effort to the city, to authorize these cruel traps is unconscionable.” In addition, a petition is circulating to “Save the Lake Placid Beavers” on change.org. In its statement, the township says it is confined to using trapping means, and not moving animals: “Moving the beavers is not an option. State regula-tion prohibits the relocation of beavers, according to the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife.” The township is confined to beaver trapping season, which spans Decem-ber 26 to February 9, to use its traps, Shives said. Since 2011, the Township’s Engineer-ing Department has spent $66,900 in emergency lake drainage, bypass pump-ing, restoration and other mater ials at the Lake Placid outfall to alleviate f looding problems.

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the transition from councilman for Ward 2, and was sworn in as to an at-large seat on the council at the meeting. The Republicans swept the November election, and at the reorganization meeting thanked the residents for their support, say-ing it was a sign that they should continue the work of the previous years into further momentum. Main issues for 2016 include stabilizing the tax base, which saw $2 billion in ratables lost from Superstorm Sandy. Though more than half have returned, the issue remains one of the largest one for the township, Kelaher said. Council members agreed. “Though we ini-tially thought we’d see substantial recovery in 3 to 5 years, I think we are looking more at 5 to 10,” Hill said. Hill also said the township needs to find solutions for the northern portion of Toms

OCEAN COUNTY – Best known as the “cool-headed” Luke Duke on the 1980s hit TV show “The Dukes of Hazzard” and later for his Tony-nominated performance in Broadway’s 1999 revival of Annie Get Your Gun, Tom Wopat will present his one-man show, “I’ve Got Your Number” on January 10 at 2 p.m. on the Main Stage of the Jay

and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts in Toms River. Concert tickets range from $30 to $35. There is a lunch and showtime package offered for $47 as well. For more information, call the Grunin Center Box Office at Ocean County College at 732-255-0500 or visit the website at grunincenter.org.

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River, where widespread development may further choke resources locally but also on the state roads such as Routes 9 and 70. Hill said as the designee to the Planning Board for the year, as well as in advocating with county and state officials, that some of those concerns can be addressed over his next term. Councilwoman Maria Maruca, whose ward includes the barrier island sections of town, said a main priority is the continued push for dunes to be built. The Army Corps of Engineers’ beach widening and dune replenishment project is stalled as landown-ers negotiate the signing of easements, but regular conference calls are being held with the ACE and Department of Environmental Protection, and it appears the project could be eminent in the coming year, she said. In addition to swearing in to new term and speeches outline goals, the meeting also included voting for that year’s council pres-ident and vice president. Kubiel will serve as president and Councilman Al Manforti


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About two weeks ago I received a call from Sgt. Chris Hill, the head of the Police Athletic League. He asked if I would meet him at the Colonial Diner in Howell for lunch. When I arrived, Chris said he wanted to introduce me to the owner of the restau-rant, Pete. As I am shak-ing Pete’s hand, he begins to tell me that he and his family would like to host a special Christmas dinner just for the homeless. Pete then turns to introduce me to his wife and daughters who help him run the diner. With smiles on their faces, they reassure me they really want to do this. We set the date, and Pete tells me we will start at three o’clock when the diner closes for the day, so we can have the whole place to ourselves. I thanked Pete and his family and told them that I would see them on the 18th. Later that day, I stopped by the camps and when I began to tell the homeless about the invitation, every-one started getting excited. They don’t get invited out very often. The day before the din-ner, I received a call from Jeff Mayfield, a retired police captain from the Howell force, saying he had secured a van from his church for transportation. Jeff has always been friend-ly toward the homeless. He would repeatedly call to check on me, and the homeless in Tent City. Jeff

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is a real good-hearted man. Many of the homeless ha-ven’t seen each other since the dispersion of Tent City, and as Jeff and I made our rounds to the camps to pick everyone up, they excitedly talked to each other to try to catch up on the news since they last saw each other. Jeff and I had to make two trips with the 15-passenger van to pick everyone up. When we arrived at the diner, Santa was outside to greet everyone with a hearty Merry Christmas. As we went inside, we were greeted with a warm wel-come, and smiles f rom Pete and his family. As the homeless took their seats in anticipation of the festivities, we opened up with a prayer for bless-ings on everyone. Then we lined up for the buffet style dinner, as Pete, his family and Chris Hill served out the food. It was good to hear the chatter of the homeless as they enjoyed the deli-cious food, and each other’s company. As we were eat-ing, Pete’s daughter Danni (Danielle) came from be-hind the counter and with tears in her eyes, extended a formal welcome to every-one, saying “If this dinner has brought you joy and contentment, it is nothing in comparison to the joy and contentment we are re-ceiving having the honor of serving you.” Wow, that’s the Christmas spirit! After everyone was fin-ished eating and had their dessert, I couldn’t resist saying a few words to try

to encourage the homeless as I realized the toughest time of the year was just around the corner for them. I started by reading the Christmas story and en-sured them that better days were coming, when peace on earth will be a daily reality, and homelessness will not exist in our world anymore. After everything was said and done and the homeless were fed in body and spirit, we said “thank you” to Pete and his beautiful family. The homeless couldn’t stop mentioning how wonderful everything was and how they enjoyed themselves tremendously. Thank you Pete, and your exceptional family for mak-ing our Christmas a whole lot brighter!Minister Steve BrighamHomeless Advocate

First we had the League of Nations, now we have the U.N. For those who are too young to remember the League of Nations, it was created after the first World War. Most people don’t realize or care that millions of people were slaughtered. The real rea-son for the war, people are st il l not sure. Isn’t that true with all wars? Nobody really wins a war. There are only losers. After the f irst World War, the League of Na-tions was formed, for this was called the war to end all wars (another sad joke). It seems that mankind will never learn the lesson, and wars will go on. The League of Nations was formed so men could sit down and be reasonable and talk out their prob-lems. It was a world order that would end all future wars. They were to sit down and work out their problems and prevent war. It sounds good and made sense, but it had no power at all. It was formed with the idea that mankind was civilized. It was doomed

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to fail from the start, and before long it was dis-banded. Another step back for mankind. Time passed and then the great minds of the world decided we need another world body that would help keep the peace, a place where all the world could be heard. Only this time it would have power and not just words. So the United Nations was formed. This body would have an army if needed. Sounds good. They for-got one thing: you can only have peace if the world want s to. Once again rog ue cou nt r ies would not abide by the world laws and war went on. The U.N. tried to pre-vent war and keep peace. The U.N. was also to help countries in need. There would be no more hunger. It sounded good and made sense. All it did was create a world stage for countries to expand their politics. War went on and hunger grew. The U.N. was no more than a pol i t ica l body. There were those nations that t r ied their best to keep the peace and feed the world. Money was not the problem, for the coun-tries would all support the millions of dollars that were wasted and programs came to a stop. Instead of moving forward, it moved backward. It has reached a point that once again we have a do-nothing body. The people of the world were forgotten and war goes on. So the real question is: Will mankind ever have peace? It looks rather slim. It seems that we will nev-er be civilized. We will never lear n the lesson that wars are only lost, not won. I for one hope that man-kind will see the light, and peace will come to the world. This is one man’s opin-ion.Herb Greenberg, Jr.Brick

Every day in New Jersey, in local health departments, community health centers, doctors’ offices, WIC clinics and in home visits with at-risk populations, health profession-als are conducting blood tests for children to see if they have elevated levels of lead. Every day these professionals and many others, including part-ners and stakeholders in public education, teach families about how to prevent lead poisoning, which can cause behavior and learning problems, lower IQ, hyperactivity, slowed growth, hearing problems, anemia and kidney damage. Each year, the Department spends $11 million to sup-port evidence-based home visitation programs. These programs bring nurses, com-munity health workers and, in some cases, trained parents into the homes of at-risk families to provide information on lead poisoning and referrals on child health and safety issues. Other Health Department pro-grams educate mothers in the Women, Infant and Children program—known as WIC. In fact, every mother or caregiver who enters one of the state’s 100 WIC clinics is interviewed to check that their child has been tested for lead. If they have not, they are referred to a clinic or physician for imme-diate testing. If a child’s tests show elevated levels of lead in the blood, the family is warned about potential sources of lead exposure in the home. These can include chipped paint and unsafe imported products. The family is advised of the benefits of foods rich in Iron, Vitamin C and calcium. For years, New Jersey’s poison

New Jersey Takes Childhood Lead Poisoning Seriously

control center, the New Jersey Poison Information and Edu-cation System (NJPIES), has used its state funding for lead poisoning education, including a 24-hour hotline (1-800-222-1222). The agency also has issued numerous warnings about non-traditional sources of lead poisoning, such as imported candies, jewelry, cosmetics, spices, pottery and home remedies. The number of New Jersey children with lead poisoning has dropped 75 percent over two decades from 13,448 in 1996 to 3,426 cases today. And the number of children who are tested for lead each year has in-creased to more than 200,000 children in the past fiscal year. After Superstorm Sandy devastated New Jersey—heightening the risk of lead exposure because of debris from thousands of destroyed homes—the Health Depart-ment procured a $5.4 million federal grant to fight lead poisoning. More than 14,150 children, pregnant women and recovery workers have been tested so far in the Superstorm Sandy project including nearly 5,000 people in Monmouth, 3,320 in Essex, 3,000 in Hudson and 1,300 in Ocean counties. Certainly challenges remain as long as there are children with lead poisoning, but coun-ty and local public health officials, doctors, nurses and community health workers strive every day to reduce and prevent childhood lead poisoning.Acting Health Commissioner Cathleen D. BennettNew Jersey Department of Health


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OCEAN COU NTY – Ocean County residents are being encouraged to recycle all that fest ive w rappi ng paper, t hei r C h r i s t m a s t r e e s a n d even some old electron-ics dur ing the hol iday season. “While the holidays are a busy and special time of the year, I want to re-mind our residents of the importance of recycling during the season,” said Freeholder James F. Lac-ey, who serves as liaison to the county’s recycling program. “Don’t just toss all that wrapping paper and other paper products in with the trash, recycle it. “By recycling you’re also taking care of the environment as par t of your holiday festivities,” he said. If Santa left a new tele-vision, cell phone, laptop or other electronic device under your tree, just take the old ones to either of Ocean County’s Regional Recycling Centers to be recycled. With televisions, com-put e r s a nd e le c t ron ic dev ices no longer ac-cepted for collection with household trash, Ocean

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County is continuing its electronic recycling pro-gram allowing residents to dispose of “covered electronic devices” prop-erly. “This program has been ongoing since Januar y of 2011,” La cey sa id . “It provides our citizens with the opportunity to recycle their electronics and meet the requ i re -ments put i n place by the state under the New Jersey Electronics Waste Management Act.” The act no longer allows e-waste to be disposed of at landfills. Citizens can drop off their electronics for re-cycling at trailers at both Ocean County’s Nor th-ern Recycling Center in Lakewood and the South-ern Recycling Center in Stafford Township. The collected electronics are sent to facilities for de-manufacturing. Elect ronics accepted free of charge are televi-sions, computers, laptops and monitors. Residents also are en-couraged to check with their town’s public works department to see if these items are accepted lo-cally.

Make Recycling Part Of The Season Now t h a t you h ave amassed piles of holiday cards, gift wrap and as-sociated items, remem-ber when the season is over to recycle the extra paper. “Along with your single stream recyclables, you can add hol iday cards and envelopes, wrapping paper, tissue paper, gift bags and gift boxes (only corrugated boxes) as well as gift catalogs and junk mail to the bin that you place at the curb,” Lacey said. “The more we recy-cle, the more room saved at the landfill.” In addition, peanuts and other packaging materi-als can be brought to a local mailing center. When it’s time to take down the t ree, consid-er d ropping it off at a county recycling center or one of the county’s designated parks. “For many years, we have accepted discarded Christmas t rees for re-cycling at several of our parks,” said Freeholder Director John C. Bartlett Jr., who serves as liaison t o t he O c e a n C ou nt y Department of Parks and Recreation. “We use the woodchips for landscap-

ing materials at county parks and facilities.” Ch r is t mas t rees can be d ropped of f a t t he fol lowing county park locations through Janu-ary 10: Atlantis County Golf Course, Little Egg Harbor Township; Free-dom Fields County Park, Little Egg Harbor Town-ship; Stanley Tip Seaman Cou nt y Pa rk , Tucke r-ton; A. Paul King Coun-ty Park , Manahawkin; Wells Mills County Park, Waretown; Enos County Park, Lacey Township; Robe r t J. M i l le r A i r-park, Berkeley Township; Ja ke s Br a nch Cou nt y

Park, Beachwood; Cattus Island County Park, Toms River Township; Patriots Cou nt y Pa rk , Jackson Township; Ocean County Park, Lakewood; Forge Pond Golf Course, Brick Township; and Beaver Dam Creek County Park, Point Pleasant. T h e t r e e s c a n b e dropped off at the coun-t y’s recycl i ng cente r s from through February 1. Lacey also reminded residents they can sell, give away or trade house-hold i t em s a t 2Good-2Waste.org/oceancoun-tynj, which is the Ocean Cou nt y 2Good 2Wa s t e

Exchange website. “I want to encourage ev-eryone to make recycling part of their daily lives,” Lacey said. “Many of our cit izens embrace recy-cling in Ocean County. We make every effort to make the programs con-venient and accessible. Recycl ing rea l ly does make a difference.” For more information on Ocean County’s re-cycling programs, visit the Ocean County De-partment of Solid Waste Management website at co.ocean .nj.us/recycle or call 1-800-55-RECY-CLE.

OCEAN COU NTY – Noting the key programs funded under the Older A me r ica n s Ac t a l low many seniors to remain in their homes rather than nursing homes, Ocean County Freeholder Jo-seph H. Vicari is calling on Congress to continue providing funds for these essential services. “For many older adults, t h e OA A’s ho m e a n d com munit y-based ser-vices can help prevent u n ne c e s s a r y ho s p i t a l stays and readmissions and delay or avoid costly

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institutional placements, both of which save Medi-care and Medicaid costs to taxpayers,” Vicari stat-ed in a letter to federal representatives. “We see this every day in Ocean County as our cur rent meal program prepares 1,100 meals a day.” Vicari said the Older Americans Act funding is especially significant to Ocean County because of its large senior popu-lation. “With more than 160,000 sen ior s ca l l i ng Ocean County home, it’s essen-

tial we provide the best possible prog rams for them so they can continue to l ive independently,” Vicari said. “This federal funding allows us to con-tinue these programs for our seniors.” The Older Americans Act funds programs in-clud i ng i n -home sup -portive services, congre-gate and home delivered meals, and t ranspor ta-tion, all of which helps older adults to remain in the much-preferred set-ting of their homes and communities.

“O ne of t he fa s t e s t growing segments of our sen ior popu la t ion a re those older adults who are 85-years-old and old-er,” Vicari said. “To be able to provide them with programs and services that allow them to remain independent allows them the best quality of life possible.” Vicar i , in h is let ter, said it is critical for Con-gress to provide adequate f u nd ing for the Older Amer icans Act for the rest of f iscal year 2016 and beyond.

“For more than 40 years, the Offices of Senior Ser-vices have been the focal point in local communi-ties where older adults and families receive vital information and get con-nected to available ser-vices thanks to a base of federal funding through t he Old e r A me r ic a n s Act,” Vicari said. He added that federal a nd s t a t e f u nd i ng for s e n i o r p r o g r a m s h a s been shrinking while the County has increased its appropriations. As an example, Vicari

said the County now pays 53 percent of the cost of the senior nutrition pro-gram in order to reduce wait ing lists and make cer tain seniors in need receive a balanced meal daily. “This federal funding is critical in our efforts to take care of the elderly,” Vicari said. “I am urging Congress to fund the act so we can cont inue to help those who need it most.”


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TOMS RIVER – Tickets are sold Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the auditorium at the clubhouse at 96 Prince Charles Drive. For information, prices and schedules, call Linda at 732-341-4072. Current trips are as follows: Hunterdon Hills trip for “Spreading it Around” and lunch will be held March 2. Tickets are on sale now; $78 per person all

inclusive. Algonquin Theater trip to see “The King and I” will be on April 3. Tickets are on sale now; $50 per person all inclusive. Algonquin Theater trip to see “An After-noon with Puccini” will be held April 24. Tickets are on sale now; $60 per person all inclusive.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders recognized Ocean County Undersheriff William T. Sommeling for his many years of service to Ocean County. Sommeling has served in law enforcement for more than 40 years first as a patrolman in the Seaside Heights Police Department. During his time in law enforcement he spent more than 15 years as Ocean County Under-sheriff, in addition to working for the Dover Township (Toms River) Police Department. He also served as Acting Sheriff in 2013 following the death of

Sheriff William L. Polhemus. He plans on spending his newly found leisure time with friends and family including his children, 14 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Pictured during a presentation by the Board of Freeholders are from left to right, Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, Freeholder John P. Kelly, Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy, Undersheriff William T. Sommeling and his wife Patricia Sommeling, Freeholder Director John C. Bartlett Jr., Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little and Free-holder James F. Lacey.



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TOMS RIVER – The Board of Education of the Vocational School in the County of Ocean, in accordance with the provisions of the “Open Public Meetings Law,” P.L. 1975, c. 231 establishes the following schedule of meetings to be held during 2016. All meetings shall commence at 4 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Regular meetings: January 21, February 18, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21 (at noon), August 18 (at noon), September 15 and October 20. A year end meeting will be held on June 30 at noon. A reorganization meeting will be held on November 1 at noon. Meetings will be held in the Conference Room in the Administration Building at 137 Bey Lea Rd. The public shall not be permitted to ac-tively participate in the Executive Sessions and that the Board of Education of the Vocational School in the County of Ocean in its discretion may prohibit or regulate participation at any meeting.

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(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) © 2015 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

By Wolfgang Puck

One of my favorite ways to entertain is with an hors d’oeuvre party. So many other food lovers feel the same way. I would have a hard time finding anyone who doesn’t love a celebration at which delicious bites of food are displayed on one or more buffet tables or passed around, to be enjoyed with wine, beer, cocktails, a homemade punch or even soft drinks. It’s one of the easiest ways to show your friends a good time. Some of the best-planned hors-d’oeu-vre parties are those that feature a variety of different foods. I like to offer an assortment of different main ingredients, including seafood, meats, poultry, vegetables, cheeses, breads and fresh fruit. I look to cook them in different ways, too, offering some bites that are baked, others griddled, maybe a few deep-fried items, plus some un-cooked foods such as vegetable crudites to enjoy with a selection of dips. You don’t even have to cook every-thing. Cold cuts, cheeses, vegetables, breads or crackers, and even good-qual-ity precooked jumbo shrimp from the seafood counter or smoked salmon from the deli department need only to be displayed artfully on a platter. Still other items are easy to assemble in advance, requiring only simple, last-minute cooking, in waves, as guests arrive. I’d like to share two such dishes: bite-sized grilled cheese on brioche and bacon-wrapped, Parmesan-stuffed dates. Grilled cheese sandwiches have en-joyed an amazing comeback in recent years, due in part to the ever-growing popularity of Italian-style panini. These crispy sandwiches are usually cooked in an electric panini maker or on dou-ble-sided hinged grill, but you can also make them easily with an electric or stovetop griddle. I call for an egg-and-butter-rich brioche loaf, which you can find in good-quality bakeries and some supermarkets; but you could substitute challah or another rich loaf, or any good-quality bread you like. Likewise, feel free to use another good melting cheese in place of the fontina or Gruyere. What transforms my recipe into hors-d’oeuvres is simply the way you cut the sandwiches after cooking. Bacon-wrapped, cheese-stuffed dates have long been a popular party food. But even these dates enjoy a new vogue, thanks to the availability of arti-san-quality smoked bacon and imported Parmesan cheese. The great thing about both these reci-pes is their make-ahead potential. You can assemble the sandwiches and the dates up to several hours in advance, ready to cook in batches after guests start arriving, so they’ll always be ready

to serve at their best with little fuss from you, the host. BITE-SIZED GRILLED CHEESE

ON BRIOCHE Makes 16 to 24 mini sandwiches

8 thick slices brioche1 tablespoon mayonnaise2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter1 1/2 cups (375 mL) shredded fontina or Gruyere cheese Preheat a panini maker or a double-sid-ed indoor grill; or preheat a stovetop or electric griddle over medium heat. Place the bread slices on a work surface and spread the top of each slice with a small amount of mayonnaise. Turn over half the slices and spread each with a little butter. Top with the cheese. Butter the remaining slices of bread and place over the cheese, mayonnaise side up. Place as many sandwiches as will fit comfortably side by side in the panini maker or indoor grill, or on the griddle. Close the machine and grill until the cheese has melted and the bread is nice-ly browned and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes total; or cook on the griddle, pressing down gently with a spatula to compact the sandwiches and turning once un-til both sides are nicely browned and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with any remaining sandwiches. With a sharp knife, cut each sandwich into quarters; or cut into halves and cut each half crosswise into 3 finger-sized pieces. Transfer to a platter and serve immediately.

BACON-WRAPPED, PARME-SAN-STUFFED DATES

Makes 18 dates 18 large dates, preferably Medjool, slit lengthwise and pitted18 pieces good-qual it y Par mesan cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reg-giano, each about 1 by 1/4 inch (2.5 by 0.6 cm)6 slices nitrite-free bacon, cut crosswise into thirds Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven. Preheat the oven to 450 F (230 C). Insert a piece of Parmesan into each date. Then, wrap each date with a piece of bacon, securing it with a wooden toothpick. Arrange the dates 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart in a shallow baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Then, using tongs, turn the dates over. Con-tinue baking until the bacon is crisp, 5 to 6 minutes longer. With the tongs, transfer the dates to paper towels to drain, carefully patting them dry with more paper towels. Serve immediately.

Easy Hors D’oeuvres For Your Next Big Party

For the week of January 9 - January 15

By Jeraldine Saunders

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Push ahead using people power. Your connec-tions and supporters can give you the knowledge to make your dreams a reality in the week ahead. Set goals for the future and gather information so you make wise choices.GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In the beginning of the week it may be difficult to nail appointments to an exact time or to get an accurate appraisal of details. People may be evasive about confidential matters. Avoid heated confrontations.CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the week ahead you may need to back down. Those in close connection may be more interested in achieving their ambitions than playing romantic games with you. Don’t avoid or delay finishing important tasks.LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Make prudent choices with your finances and possessions in the week to come. Put the quarter in the bank account instead of in the gumball machine. Your phone may ring off the hook and you may receive some sound advice.VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Pamper yourself and make peace. Spend a few dollars on something that makes your job easier or revamp your banking routines in the week ahead. A simple phone call can put things back on track with a family member.LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Fo-cusing on unrealistic goals or imagined slights could waste time and energy. Your

partner or significant other has the right idea. Instead of taking the lead and fight-ing shadows, try being a follower in the week ahead.SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your creative juices may flow like the Missis-sippi in the week ahead. Spend as much time as possible with projects or hobbies that gives you a chance to express inspiring ideas and offer a deep sense of satisfaction.SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Buy higher octane gasoline for your car if you hear the engine knocking. But when your personal energies flag you might need more than extra calories. Search for inspirational and encouraging guidance this week.CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put the pedal down on your passion. Am-bition could be your middle name in the upcoming week. You are capable of accom-plishing anything and have the wisdom and good judgment to make shrewd decisions.AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You could be more than willing to fight for what you want as the week begins. What you really want is unspoken and may be a hidden passion. Give yourself a few extra days to sort out your feelings before acting.PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t be a slave to tradition but don’t throw out traditions without having something to replace them. Embracing novel ideas and progressive philosophies can lead to pros-perity and efficiency in the week ahead.(c) 2015 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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