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Five Things, June 9
Sunny and Hot, Morning Blend, Horse Sense, The Strawberries Are Coming, The History Mystery
Welcome to Thursday, Little Silver and Oceanport. You look good today.
Sunny and Hot, Maybe A Shower or Two
for another hot, sunny day, as the National Weather Service is predicting a high of 91, with a 20 percent chance of showers after 2 p.m. Winds will be westerly at 7 to 11 mph.
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Morning Blend
Not that we want to mess with your routine, but if you're in the mood for a bold, new java jolt, head on over to Monmouth Beach and say hello to James Caverly at . Along with a fun name, Caverly's coffery boasts a Deidrich roaster which is said to bring out the best in beans.
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Horse Sense
A lot of work, no doubt, but H. Robb Levinsky, Chairman of Kenwood Racing, will explore that question in further detail at 7 p.m. tonight at the as part of a three-part series of programs on the thoroughbred horse industry in celebration of Horse Month.
The Strawberries Are Coming
Friday is a big day in Oceanport, with running from 6 to 9 p.m. at . Featuring strawberries, strawberry shortcake, raffles, music, and principals in a dunk tank, there's going to be a little something for everyone.
The Lions Club will have a drive for old eyeglasses there. The family that brings the most pairs gets a gift certificate to a local business!
The History Mystery
Speaking of gift certificates to local businesses, you can snag yourself $10 worth of Fa Nagle the Bagel morning goodness if you can answer John Bonforte's History Mystery correctly:
Which Oceanport woman coined the phrase “our past forms the roots for our children's future"?
I have a feeling you might be able to find more clues , though John has not shared the answer with me, so I can't say for sure. E-mail John directly at JohnSr@MonmouthRubber.com if you think you know.
Story ideas, comments, criticism, et al. are all welcome in my inbox at Greg.Kulaga@patch.com. Have a wonderful day and remember to hydrate!
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