Hiring our Heroes Toms River

Hiring our Heroes Veterans Event in Toms River

On October 22, 2011 from 9AM to 12PM, there is a hiring fair for veteran job seekers, active duty military members, Guard and Reserve members and eligible spouses at American Legion Post 129 in Toms River

This event will be a one-of-a-kind FREE hiring fair for both employers and job seekers.

Employers and job seekers must be pre-register for FREE at HoH.GreatJob.net.

This hiring is being conducted by the Toms River Ocean County Chamber of Commerce and the American Legion Post 129 as part of a larger effort by the US Chamber of Commerce and The American Legion to help veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment. Other partners for this event include the Department of Labor Veterans Employment and Training (DOL VETS) and the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) in New Jersey.

A complimentary breakfast will be served to all attendees.

On a personal note: Before becoming a REALTOR I worked for a campany that specialized in placing military officers and enlisted technicians with leading multi-national companies across the globe...some of those companies included General Electric, Siemens, Pfizer, General Motors, Johnson Controls, US Steel, Exelon, Schlumberger and many, many others

The results were stunning to some, but not to me; Every single one of those corporations that worked with us fell all over themselves marveling at the dedication and professionalism exbited by the candidates. As a matter of fact, when we did follow-ups a year later on former military individuals placed within those companies they had the lowest attrition rate any 'sub-group' they've EVER hired.

So, if you're an employer, do yourself a favor - Hire a Hero!

 

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park Could be Privatized

Though the Barnegat Lighthouse has stood as a beacon to sailors and beachgoers along the Jersey Shore for almost 150 years, the state's fiscal constraints might force a local agency to take control of the park.

During the last two weeks, a variety of groups, including the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce and the Borough of Barnegat Light, have expressed an interest in operating the Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. The state Department of Environmental Protection's Division of Parks and Forestry runs the park now.

During a recent Borough Council meeting, the council adopted a resolution asking the department, the agency that now runs the park, to consider turning over its management to a local group. Officials said the group would include municipalities on Long Beach Island and a variety of different civic groups that include the Friends of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, a volunteer group that helps raise funds for the continued operation of the park.

State officials are willing to listen to any idea of outsourcing the operation of the park, but they are not just going to off-load the park, said Larry Hajna, a spokesman for the department.

Barnegat Light's interest in operating the park comes on the heels of representatives for the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce talking to state officials about the idea of running the park.

According to the chambers' plan, a fee would be charged for parking and entrance into the lighthouse. Reynolds said the fee would only be "a couple of dollars." Currently, there is a $1 fee to enter the lighthouse during the summer.

Officials said it would cost approximately $250,000 a year to run the park.

The idea of privatization of state parks is nothing new. In July 2010, a report issued by the New Jersey Privatization Task Force stated state officials should look into "long-term concession agreements for the operations and management of all state parks" as a way to save money.

Jeff Tittle, the executive director of the Sierra Club's New Jersey chapter, said the talk of privatizations shows state officials are interested in getting out of the parks business. The club is a non-profit group that seeks to protect public access.

Fifteen years ago, staffing was approximately 850 at state parks; now we are down 407 staff members. We are seeing a dismantling of the state park system.

Joseph Mancini, mayor of Long Beach Township, said the park should stay under the control of the either the borough or the Friends group. Information from: Asbury Park Press,http://www.app.com

Celebrity Chef at Barnegat Library

Aaron Sanchez will be at the Barnegat Public Library Tuesday, October 11 at 7:00 PM promoting his book Simple Food, Big Flavor.

Sanchez is the executive chef and part-owner of the restaurant Centrico in NYC. He has appeared on Iron Chef and he currently appears on the show Heat Seekers. He is a recurring guest judge on the show Chopped on The Food Network and has also been featured on Chefs vs City.

Aarón Sánchez’s passion for food has placed him among the country’s leading contemporary Latin chefs. He has earned a premiere spot in the world of culinaria, introducing an enthusiastic national audience to his technique and creativity with modern interpretations of classic Latin cuisine. In Simple Food, Big Flavor, rather than over-whelming readers with complex, intimidating dishes, he starts small, showing how one simple but fabulous “base” recipe can become many fantastic dishes. Take Garlic-Chipotle Love, a blend of roasted garlic, canned chipotles in adobo, cilantro, and lime zest that keeps in the fridge for weeks or in the freezer for months. Once you make it, you’re just a few steps away from delicious dishes like Chipotle-Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Bean and Butternut Squash Picadillo, and Mussels with Beer and Garlic-Chipotle Love.

And that’s just the beginning. Sánchez features fifteen of these flavor base recipes, including Roasted Tomato Salsa, Cilantro-Cotija Pesto, and homemade Dulce de Leche. He even shares his plan of attack for making the perfect mole and how to team it up with roasted Cornish game hens, turkey enchiladas, and the ultimate crowd pleaser, braised beef short ribs. He then provides detailed yet easy tips for applying each sauce to everyday meals, whether you spread it on hamburgers, turn it into a marinade for easy grilled chicken, or stir in a little oil and lime for salad dressing with a kick.

With his warm and engaging style, Sánchez equips home cooks with the skills and knowledge they need to come up with their own simple, flavorful meals every night of the week. Your kitchen will be en fuego! As Sánchez says, your food will go from inspiring smiles and polite nods to igniting ridiculous grins and bear hugs. Enjoy.

Meet Aaron Sanchez at the Barnegat Public Library Tuesday, October 11 at 7:00 PM were he will be promoting his book Simple Food, Big Flavor.