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Reports on the aftermath of the Neptune Township's construction of the gates to lock out Asbury Park from Ocean Grove for safety reasons. History of golden years of Asbury Park; Foundation of the Ocean Grove community; Holding of Community Conference on Crime Prevention; Gates as not the issue, rather a symbol for lifestyle they preserve, people they exclude and dialogue they obstruct.

Presents a calendar of entertainment events for the month of October 1996 in New Jersey.

States that at Fair Lawn factory, Dobrila Stojanovic makes pink satin slippers that allow ballerinas to point, twirl, and fly. Location of factory; Number of workers at factory; Description of Stojanovic's work; Comments from Paul Plesh, Ballet Makers' product line manager.

Looks at towns where you might find the home of your dreams. Location of towns; Comments from key persons; Cost of homes.

Discusses how New Jersey's ghost towns serve as forgotten reminders of the way of life in the past. Mortality of communities; Description of old buildings and residences; Double Trouble village; Long Pond Ironworks village; Harrisville; Feltville.

Presents 26 of the hottest things to do, places to tour and activities to enjoy during the winter season in New Jersey. Includes hockey games featuring the New Jersey devils; Drive touring of the Palisades State Park; Beaches to visit during the winter; `The Wizard of Oz on Ice' at the Meadowlands; Destinations for activities involving ice; Museums available for visits.

The article focuses on the importance of hiring a doula, a female professional who gives advice and comfort to a woman who is giving birth. Topics discussed include a growing body of research that links continuous labor support to successful birth outcomes, the advantage of hiring a doula to the husband and the ability of doulas to keep the patient calm resulting in normal delivery. Also given are tips on how to find a certified doula.

The article offers several suggestions to manage the bedtime routine including making room sharing easier with the new born; advice on sneak in naptime; and the suggestions on the adapting the routine.

The article offers information on various suggestions given by health physicals to reduce mental stress. It highlights the comments of clinical professor at New York Presbyterian Hospital Gail Saltz regarding the factors which increase mental stress. It further mentions the recommendations given by psychologist Vinita Mehta to reduce stress.

The article discusses tips for dealing with common foot problems. In addition to buying comfortable shoes, wearing well-fitting acrylic socks is advised to avoid developing blisters. Aside from using a pumice stone to wear down corns and calluses, the application of a keratolytic agent to affected areas is recommended to soften skin. Wearing cushioned shoes is suggested to prevent pain from plantar fasciitis. INSET: What to Look For in Footwear.

The author discusses her experience of taking a 55-mile hike around a skyscraping mountain called Ausangate in Peru. It was a new experience to her considering that she was not an athlete. She was not expecting to have fun, for she even doubted if she would make it. But after the six-day adventure, she learned to appreciate the sport.

The article discusses the experiences of a periodical writer on how she consulted Park Avenue, New York City-based dermatologist Neil Sadick regarding dermatologic lasers, lights and energy sources. The Intense Pulsed Light is used as a treatment for leg veins. The Collagen-stimulating lasers like the CoolTouch, Polaris and Smooth-Beam, use heat to even texture and reduce wrinkles.

The article presents several tips and guidelines on proper dental care. Topics covered include how dentists use a powerful peroxide bleach to remove stubborn yellow and brown tones from teeth, how electric toothbrushes are more effective in removing plaque, and how cosmetic reshaping helps removed chipped teeth.

A review is offered for the Country Pancake House restaurant located in Ridgewood, New Jersey.

The article offers tips for mothers on how to help reduce the risk of their infant becoming overweight later in life. The author says breastfeeding helps reduce the odds that a baby will become overweight, according to a review published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Studies by the "Pediatrics" journal have shown that starting solid foods earlier than the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommended 6 months increases the risk of obesity.

The author presents her experience of going hiking in the New Hampshire mountains with her husband and 3-year old daughter while she was 7-months pregnant.

The article offers news briefs related to health and beauty in the U.S. A study published in the "General Dentistry" journal reveals that acidic drinks are corrosive to tooth enamel. Physician Herbert Benson of the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital said that slowed and focused breathing can reverse the damaging effect of the fight-or-flight hormones that flood the body when an individual is anxious.

The author reports on how Bobbi Brown, the founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of the company Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, decorates her bathroom. Tips given by Brown on ways to decorate a bathroom are mentioned including having flowers in the bathroom, use drawer organizers and use light paint colors.

The article provides tips on how to minimize the risk of illness and prevent catching the common cold. The importance of frequent hand washing is explained. Sleep and lowering the levels of stress hormones which weaken a person's immune system should be a priority. Popular treatments and their effectiveness in treating colds are discussed.

The article presents a study on the factors affecting marital conflict by clinical professor Marianne J. Legato indicating that such condition is hardwired from the brain.

Focuses on the health and lifestyle of people after the age of 50 years.

Presents tips for personal beauty for women in their thirties.

Focuses on changes in human body after the age of 40 years.

Presents tips for personal beauty for women in their twenties.

Discusses the illogical aspects of cosmetic products. Factors that dries waterproof mascaras by Mary Lupo, a clinical professor of dermatology at Tulane University school of Medicine in New Orleans; Disadvantages of oxygen facials and oxygen-infused creams; Side effects of silicone sprays.

Presents information on the late singer Frank Sinatra's home in Hoboken, New Jersey. Details of his birthplace; Features of a museum dedicated to Sinatra; His visits to Saint Francis Church and Fabian Theater.

The article reviews the web sites that can help mothers who want to go back to work including the "PowerToFly" web site, "The Second Shift" web site and the "FlexJobs" web site.

Advises girls on how to deal with conflicts arising between friends and boyfriends. Diluting feelings of competition; Telling on a flirtatious boyfriend of a friend; Sharing time with both boyfriend and friends.

Presents revelations by several actors about their long-term romance with fellow celebrities. Includes Melissa Joan Hart on her relationship with James Fields; Jennifer Love Hewitt on her relationship with Carson Daly; Will Smith on his relationship with Jada Pinkett. INSET: High-profile pitfalls..

Suggests ways for young men and women to find love and keep it forever. Things young women should do and not to do with young men; Weird ways boys show their likings for girls; What could be learnt from kissing.

Features a selection of lighthouses along the coasts of New Jersey. Names of lighthouses; Description of the lighthouses; Historical data on each lighthouse; Location of the lighthouses. INSETS: Where the locals eat;Coastal culture.

Outlines exhibitions in February from New Jersey. Features of the show `World of Mini Mania Miniature and Doll House Sale'; Information on the `Glen Ridge Antiques Show'; Inclusion of a snowboarding exhibition; Information on the concert `Carnegie Pops!' by the Carnegie Chamber Players. INSETS: At the Meadowlands;At NJPAC.

Presents a listing of entertainment events that persons can attend in October, 1997. Venue and admission fees of the events; Contact information.

Profiles ballet Septime Webre, and looks at his involvement in revitalizing American repertory ballet, in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Background information on Webre,including his work as an artistic director from 1993; Information on Webre's professional relationship with Marcia Brady; Reference to ballet pieces which Webre has performed and directed.

Reports on shopping malls as favorite hang-outs of teenage girls in New Jersey. Details of a shopping expedition among three teenage girls; Preoccupation with fashion; Fashion preferences.

Profiles W.E. Stroud Excavating Inc. Founding of the company by the Stroud family; Employee loyalty.

Profiles the WindMill company. Customer loyalty to Windmill products.

The article focuses on identifying potential developmental disorders in children. Topics discussed include development based on age, bedtime routine, and frequency of visit to pediatrician. Symptoms that a child has a special need include inability to make eye contact, mood swings, and failure to sit still.

A review is offered for the Le Salbuen Café Market restaurant located in Montclair, New Jersey.

A recipe for Curried Red Lentil Soup With Dried Cherries and Cilantro is presented.

The article offers a discussion about brides undergoing cosmetic procedures before their wedding day. It cites common trends observed among brides, such as plumpers like Restylane which target hollows under the eyes and around the mouth, light-source methods like Fraxtel that brighten the complexion, and Titan, an infrared device which heats, remolds and firms collagen. An interview with Stephen Franzoi, a professor of psychology at Marquette University, about the inclusion of cosmetic procedures in the wedding timeline is given.

The article reports on research which was conducted by the Pew Research Center and which found that more U.S. women are deciding to have children later in life as a result of higher education levels, fertility treatment options and changing attitudes about marriage.

The article provides information on the makeover of several girls into gorgeous brides with the help of hairstylist Giovanni Giuntoli and makeup artist Elaine Madelon in New York. It says that Madelon used warm peachy-pink tones on the lips and cheeks of the fashion account executive named Lina to make the most of her fresh brand of beauty. According to the author, a dollop of thickening mousse and clipped-on extensions were used to add voluptuous length to the hair of the financial analyst Lindsay. The makeover of two other girls are also discussed.

This article focuses on weightloss surgery. The most common weightloss surgeries are gastric bypass, which involves stapling the stomach down to a fraction of its normal size, and gastric banding, which arrived with the Lap-Band. The procedures help people lessen the risk of developing life-threatening conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. But, they can be risky and ineffective in certain cases. The factors to consider before deciding on any surgery are mentioned, which include body mass index, insurance coverage and recovery time.

The article discusses the nutritional value of pomegranates, highlighting their dense composition of antimicrobial agents in the rind.