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April 2010
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Secret Stash of a Glass Artist
Joe Luisi has created hundreds of priceless pieces of glass objects d’arte
by Louis Mascolo
When I heard about 89 year-old, Joe Luisi’s, miniature glass sculptures last year at a Christmas party, I automatically assumed that Joe was an artisan from the glory days of the commercial glass industry in Cumberland County, which created many glass-blowing artisans. I thought it would be interesting to revisit those halcyon days when jobs were abundant at companies like Wheaton’s, Onized, Kimbal Glass, et al. and glass artisans were plentiful. To my surprise, he wasn’t that at all. Joe, it seems, came from a different pedigree. He spent his working life in the
Vineland resident and natural born artist, Joe Luisi, pictured above with his miniature glass sculptures of The Rat Pack (Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis) and a minature eight-piece band behind them.
technical glass industry. He didn’t spend his days making bottles and drinking glasses, but instead, specialized in manufacturing the type of glass you’ve seen in chemistry labs and in mad scientist movies–crystalline swirls of
bubbles and twists and turns. And he’s not just one of many people where are a part of an industry that is mostly disappeared from —————————continued on page 10
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Dr. Tyson of Eye Associates is pictured with Margie Barham, Executive Director of the Community FoodBank of NJ’s Southern Branch. Eye Associates is presenting the FoodBank with a check for $2,500 as a donation from the sales of their “The Joy of Sharing... Carrots Cookbook” project.
This past holiday season, Eye Associates decided to help out the Community FoodBank of NJ’s Southern Branch. Each year Eye Associates enjoys giving back to the community. After research and this year’s tough economy it was decided that food was something everyone needs, gifts are nice and appreciated, but food is a necessity that many families are having trouble providing. The FoodBanks mission is to fight hunger and poverty in NJ by assisting those in need and seeking long-term solutions. “The Joy of Sharing…Carrots Cookbook was created and sold by the employees,” states Gina Biagi, Administrator of Eye Associates. “We sold the cookbooks and are proud to donate all proceeds to the Community FoodBank of NJ’s Southern Branch.” “We would like to thank all of our patients and those who purchased a cookbook this year, their participation will help those in need.” Dr. Tyson comments, “And to my staff at Eye Associates, I am grateful to have such a giving staff who understands the necessity and rewards of helping others!” Eye Associates has offices in Vineland 856-691-8188, Cherry Hill 856-4285797, Blackwood 856-227-6262, Hammonton 609-567-2355 and Mays Landing 609-909-0700 or 1-800-922-1766.
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Letter To The Editor
Pub Notes by Louis Mascolo
Osama Bin Buena By Louis Mascolo I never realized that Buena had a Muslim community until I stepped on my lips one day. I had written an editorial, “Why I Still Don’t Like Muslims,” in a previous edition, and I was talking to a fellow, a Buena business owner, with what seemed to be Italian first name. I’ve known him for several years. He mentioned the article, and then informs me that he and the guy standing next to him were both Muslim. Now, these two looked to be about as American as you can get--very secular, never made a point about being religious or promoting their beliefs--pretty much just regular guys taking advantage of our great capitalist opportunities. So what could I say? Basically, my premise in that article was that the American Muslim community never stood up en masse and condemned terrorist activities being perpetrated in the name of their religion. Until they did, most of the rest of us, weren’t going to trust them. I think that’s a sentiment that’s widely held, if not openly stated. It’s not politically correct, but that’s the way it is. Then along comes Sharif Mobley, born and raised in Buena on Plymouth Street who was arrested halfway around the world in Yemen as an al-Qaida terrorist. A pretty bad dude. Shot and killed a police officer while trying to escape. So what’s going on? I’d really like someone from the local Muslim community to contribute a column explaining the state of Islam in us from their point of view. Maybe it would help us all understand. Anyone interested? Email or call me and we’ll get that done.
The Amish Come to Downtown Vineland
Stirrings of life on Landis Avenue. After much work and effort and politicking, the Landis Theater is opening up shortly with a big to-do. Opening celebrations and an appearance by Bernadette Peters. That’s a wonderful accomplishment. Congratulations to everyone involved. Also, the city just announced that a large Amish Market is going to be moving in replacing a dollar store in downtown Vineland. That’s also good news. It always amazes me how much women go for Amish nick-nacks and such. A day trip to Lancaster is always a great experience for them, and it doesn’t break the bank. An Amish store in Mullica Hill is doing very well from what I understand. Maybe this type of store can translate into some traffic for the town and help upgrade the image of the Avenue. We shall see. Maybe if we can import a few, scenic, Pennsylvania Dutch hills and a few hundred Amish families to drive around in horse drawn carriages, we can insure its success (I kid, of course). In the meantime, if you want to stay local try Cowboy Cupboard in Richland for discounted Amish goods. Frank Comparri has a sharp little shop to browse. Happy Easter everyone! Get out the new clothes and get to church for Easter Sunday!
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400 Attend “Fairy Tale
Surrounding Mr. Hogan are, front row, from left, Natalie Bermudez, Shanice Irurita, David Cohen, and Paula Marie Hill. Second row, from left, Emily Dooley, Mrs. Terry Kuhnreich. Back row, from left, Edward Lazarcheck, Outreach Director for Millville Army Air Field museum; Marquee Hartsfield; Mrs. Natalie Reynolds School Media Specialist; Ali Leonelli, Meziane Salah, David Henning, and Savannah Bassett.
WWII Gunner Speks of Danger & Survival Bill Hogan, tail gunner on a B-24 Liberator heavy bomber during World War II, told a harrowing tale of danger and survival during a recent visit to Terry Kuhnreich’s “Search for Conscience” classes at Vineland High School. Hogan, now 89, was on a bombing mission a week before D-Day over a manufacturing plant in Austria when his bomber was hit by anti-aircraft fire and knocked out of formation. Hogan safely parachuted to the ground, joining an elite group of men and women –the Caterpillar Club–that includes former President George H.W. Bush. Although the two men have never met, they qualify for the “club” because both escaped a disabled aircraft with a parachute. The club is named for the silk used in the parachute. “Danger was everywhere,” Hogan told the students. Hogan was a prisoner of war for 11 months at Dulag-Luft and Stalag-Luft 4. With the Russian army approaching, a group of prisoners, including Hogan, were taken in boxcars to Stalag-Luft 1, where he remained for the duration of his capture.
East Avenue Construction
Vineland Public Schools transportation and maintenance departments have been working with the City of Vineland Engineering Department to minimize the impact of East Avenue reconstruction on Cunningham Alternative School and district students who live in the area but attend other schools. The road work is expected to take about four months and will shut down East Avenue from Landis to Chestnut Avenues. The first phase of the reconstruction will cover Landis Avenue to Montrose Street, according to Wayne Weaver, Executive Director of Facilities. The second phase
will include the stretch from Chestnut Avenue to Almond Street. During both phases of the construction, access to residences in the area will be limited, said Weaver. But splitting the project will provide a route to Cunningham during both phases of the project, first from Almond Street and then Montrose Street. Work on East Avenue in the remaining one block area, in front of the School, is expected during the summer months. The closing will affect about 25 students who live in the East Avenue area, according to Joseph Callavini, district Transportation and Registration Coordinator.
It was a “magical evening” as 400 people attended the second annual “Fairy Tale Ball” at D’Ippolito Elementary School on March 12. This celebration, one of many “Read Across America” activities in Vineland Public Schools to promote literacy, was funded by New Jersey Education Association PRIDE grant. Children arrived dressed as a princess or in a medieval costume and were immediately greeted by their favorite teachers, dressed-up in medieval or fairy tale regalia of their own. To complement their attire, the girls were given magic wands and the boys were endowed with inflatable swords. Families were then escorted into the gym to enjoy a medieval feast of roast beef, fish, roasted chicken, macaroni and cheese, vegetables and an assortment of desserts. While families were enjoying their meals, the “Royal Readers” provided entertainment by reading a variety of fairy tales. Families also had the opportunity to design and color a family crest/shield. After dinner, families were separated into groups led by their
“Royal Ambassadors” through a series of activities. Families participated in medieval themed games such as Dominos, Checkers, Skittles (bowling), Pass the Parcel and Jousting. The children also enjoyed making crafts such as princess hats or crowns. Ten randomly selected children met award-winning children’s author/illustrator Michael Dooling. In this meeting Mr. Dooling sketched souvenir portraits for each child. In addition, each family was invited to dress up as the “Royal Family” and have their photo taken in front of a castle background. The highlight of the evening was when each child selected an age appropriate book to take home and add to their personal library.
Overflow Crowd for Youth Art Month An overflow crowd of students, family and friends jammed D’Ippolito Elementary School for the recent Youth Art Month opening reception. March is Youth Art Month in New Jersey and the district’s elementary art teachers covered nearly every square inch of walls in the building with work from students in grades kindergarten through five. During the evening, to represent the performing arts, there was also a performance by the D’Ippolito Chorus, under the direction of Stephanie Murray and Erin Semus. Instrumental selections by elementary school musicians, supervised by district instrumental teacher Rebecca Allen, were also performed during the evening. The Woman’s Club of Vineland again awarded prizes for the best three works from children in each school. First prize was a $50 gift card from Michael’s Arts and Crafts store. Second place winners were presented with a $25 gift card and third place was worth $15. Presenting the awards was June Lang, club president. The winners were:D’Ippolito -1st Place, Luis Santiago; 2nd Place, Jashley Cruz; and 3rd Place, Adrian Bermudez; Durand - 1st Place, Iyanna Colvin; 2nd Place, Jason Reynolds; and 3rd Place, Marilynn Miguel; Johnstone - 1st Place, David Santiago; 2nd Place, Imalay Ruiz, and 3rd Place, Raymond Burkett; Mennies - 1st Place, Samirah Wilson; 2nd Place, Ulises Osorio; and 3rd Place, Doris Hernandez; Petway - 1st Place, Lexia Stewart; 2nd Place, Arianna Baptiste;
and 3rd Place, John Alongi; Sabater - 1st Place, Austin Shaw; 2nd Place, Serenity Johnson; and 3rd Place, Jacqueline Bracamontes; Winslow - 1st Place, Amanda Hullihen; 2nd Place, Jamila AlvarezAcuna; and 3rd Place, Aaron Mackow. A group of students from the Rossi Middle School National Honor Society, and their advisor Dana Quiles assisted with the reception. Organizers of the event offered a special thanks to Astro Signs for donating the banners, Wheat Road Cold Cuts and Bottino’s Shop Rite for their generous food donations, and Rental City for their generous donations. Vineland elementary art teachers include: Mrs. Lisa Kaler-Ahmad, D’Ippolito Elementary School; Mrs. Angela Cervino, Johnstone Elementary School; Mrs. Nancy Curley, Dane Barse Elementary School; Mrs. Cynthia Doulis, Durand Elementary School; Ms. Cherie Hackler, Dr. Williams Mennies School; Ms. Lisa LaRosa, Petway Elementary School; Mrs. Kristin McMackin, Sabater Elementary School; and Mrs. Kara Rehm, Winslow Elementary School.
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BUENA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Buena Regional School Buildings
Buena Regional School District was in existence since the early days of the Township, but the first minute book that exists is Book No 4 starting in September 1915. Last month, we discussed the buildings and their locations. This month, we still discuss buildings, but this time through Board minutes. We refer to “school” buildings, but the minutes of September 7, 1915, indicate the school district has leased the house of Philip Baker on Arctic Avenue, Minotola, and has vacated the room at the Red Men’s Hall in Minotola. The new school at Richland was not quite finished and will open on September 13. On October 5, 1915, we found out that contracts for brick toilets, a pump shed and cement walks were approved for Milmay. Richland would get a pump shed also, and the northeast basement room of School No. 7 was to have a wooden floor. On November 2, 1915, it was decided that they would build a better outside entrance to the basement in Richland and concrete work would be done around the basement windows. The new Milmay School would have book and supply closets built in the clothes entries. Wooden floor was laid in one of the basement rooms at School No. 7. The pump shed at Richland was still not finished. The December 2, 1915, meeting approved a contract to build a covered entrance to the basement of School No. 6, and Supervising Principal Conners was instructed to purchase a Claxton Electric Auto Horn for use in School No. 7 for fire alarm purposes. The cost was $5. The Board approved a contribution of $10 toward the laying of a brick wall under the Flower Street hall. A letter was received from the County
Superintendent complaining about the condition of the toilets at Flower Street hall and Buena School No. 3. Board decided that repairs would be made to both toilets and they would use toilets from the old school rooms at Milmay. The County Superintendent letter must have been a result of a building inspection like the ones I would do when I served as Atlantic County School Business Administrator for the NJ Department of Ed from 1996 to 2002. However, we never “complained,” we just “reported” what was needed. By 1915, the area we now know as Folsom had broken away. The 1916-1917 tax books listed the schools, but the listings didn’t tell too much of a story -- a name, number of lots or acreage, perhaps a rough location. Buena Vista Schl House Prop, 1 acre, N side Blue Anchor Rd, Buena; East Vineland, 1 acre, Landis Ave W of Union Rd; Landisville, 3 lots, S Side Arbor St – E of Tuckahoe Rd; 10 lots–no name but on line below Landisville School; Minotola, 3 1/2 lots,SE corner Pacific & West Ave; Milmay, 6 lots, NW cor High St & Tyler Ave, Milmay; Newtonville, 1/2 acre, 10th St & RR; Oak Road, 1 acre, Oak Rd & Lincoln Ave; Richland, 6 lots, Main AveBlk 12-Lots 11-16; Wheat Road, N side Wheat Rd – E of Brewster. — Gail Benson
If you have any information for us, you can email BuenaHistorical@gmail.com or contact us by regular mail at P. O. Box 114, Buena, NJ 08310 Buena Historical Society meets on the third Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Buena Vista Township Municipal Building, Route 40, Buena. Please join us.
VHS Ford Joing SF Giants Minor League Darren Ford, a 2004 graduate of Vineland High School now playing baseball in the San Francisco Giants Minor League system, is having a tremendous spring training in Arizona, according to VHS teacher and coach Mike Schneider. Ford was a triple letter winner at VHS– baseball, football and winter track, and was a member of two state championship relay teams. Ford was originally drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers. Competing against major leaguer players in spring training, Ford currently has the second-highest batting average on the club (8 for 14 - .571), leads the club in runs scored (8) and stolen bases (4). “These stats have been recorded in games that include ALL major league players,” said Schneider.
Schneider said Ford is still listed on the club’s major league roster, but this group will have to be cut by 15 to 20 players by opening day. “Darren will probably start the year at Double or Triple A with the possibility of getting called up later in the summer if he continues to play well,” said Schneider. Last year, playing for the Single-A San Jose Giants, Ford batted .300 with 9 home runs, 50 RBI and 35 stolen bases. Ford’s statistics are available on the Giants’ main website: http://www.sfgiants.com.
Vineland HS Crew Team Spring Flower Fundraiser
The Vineland High School Crew Team is holding a spring flower sale as a fundraiser. The following plants will be available and priced as follows: Gerber daisies - 4 1/2 inch pot - $5 each Hanging baskets - 10 inch pot - $15 each (some exclusions) Assorted annuals - Impatiens, Petunias, Marigolds & More - Mixing allowed 1 flat - 8 packs of 4 plants $12 each. Flowers will be available at C& M Flower Gardens, Union and Post Roads, from May 1 to May 31. For tickets, see any team member or call 609-381-1103
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Stuff You Can’t Make Up by Lynn Petrovich
Sufferin’ Succotash
S 700 Attend “Food for Thought” A throng of nearly 700 students and family members joined staff at Dallago and Leuchter Preschools on March 5 for the Eighth Annual “Food For Thought” event. The event, held in collaboration with the Vineland Public Library, is designed to increase literacy at home and at school and is one of the most successful family nights of the year, said Nancee Bleistine, Vineland Preschool Principal. “It also allows parents to join their child’s teachers and other school staff for a wonderful evening celebrating our love of books,” she said. “Food for Thought” is also held in conjunction with the district’s “Read Across America” activities. The event is funded by a Families and Schools Together (FAST) grant from the New Jersey Education Association, and the Vineland Education Association.
“Best of the Best” art exhibit by Society of New Jersey Artists at Vineland Public Library The Society of New Jersey Artists is celebrating their 62nd anniversary with a very special art exhibit at Vineland Public Library, 1058 E. Landis Avenue, during the month of April. This “Best of the Best” exhibit features prize winning work by members of the SNJA. All displayed art is original and has been awarded prize recognition in a juried show. Many of the exhibited pieces are available for purchase. A meet the artist reception takes place from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 10 in the library’s Doris Tripp Room. The Society of New Jersey Artists is a group of approximately 150 artists and members interested in art who encourage and honor originality. The SNJA is dedicated to promoting public interest in artwork and providing opportunities to
bring together people interested in various art media. The organization welcomes all artists, adults and children, as well as patrons of the arts. Many opportunities are available to members of SNJA including art exhibits, slide presentations, demonstrations and workshops. Visit their website www.SNJA.net to learn more or call SNJA President John Guidera at 856327-4074. New members are welcome. The exhibit may be viewed during regular library hours: Monday-Thursday 9-9; Friday & Saturday 9-5; Closed Sunday (April-September). All areas of the library are handicapped accessible. For more information, please call the library at 7944244. Visit the library’s website at http:// www.vinelandlibrary.org for information on other library events and services.
everal snowy moves to another part of Sunday’s ago, the house, sits down, and The Blind Side, I settled into a eats. This observation sticky seat in my jolts Leigh Anne into a warm, fuzzy local multiplex to watch an unprecedented, documentary about making the film, The Blind Side, a radical family decision: warm, fuzzy documentary class rebellion and They will join Michael about class rebellion and their (finely decorated) civil disobedience in civil disobedience. “dining” room (without explores the life In one scene the main hi-def) at a table where character, Leigh Anne “lessons” of the well they can all hold hands Tuohy, played with sassy and say grace (and not in to do and... well, soccer mom appeal by between tackles, sackings, Sandra Bulloch, warns her penalties, and sudden everybody else. adopted black teenage son: death overtime). “If I find out you got a girl For most of the movie, pregnant out of wedlock, the Tuohys are at a loss to I’ll cut off your penis.” understand how people from impoverished, I should mention the most of the movie- minority neighborhoods like Michael’s goers were under age 10. sustain their continued existence. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Here’s Thankfully the movie doesn’t torture us the movie’s premise: A wealthy white about the details of our economic system family takes in a poor black teenager or the fact that most of Sean’s Taco Bells named Michael who’s been living on the are concentrated predominantly in urban streets because of his mother’s drug and areas or that the average hourly wage of incarceration problems. The film explores workers–excuse me–“crew members” the life “lessons” of the well to do…and, is $7.80 (less than $16,500 per year). Of well, everybody else. course, a shift manager can earn almost Truth be told, the Tuohys and Michael $8.51 and if an employee really works have more in common than they think. hard they can fulfill the American Dream Leigh Anne, her husband, Sean, and by becoming Shift Leader at a whopping their two children live in a big house, a $9.10 per hour. McMansion, in the grass-is-greener section But hey, if employees at Taco Bell made of Memphis. Michael lives in another part a “living” wage, Sean would not be able of Memphis, and coincidentally, many of to enjoy the life of luxury, taking in poor the people in his neighborhood also end up orphan kids. And if fast-food restaurants in the big house. didn’t further cut costs by purchasing After deciding to take Michael into meat from industrial food factory farms/ her home, Leigh Anne fights against incarceration/torture complexes like insufferable odds to gain the support of Smithfield, Monsanto, and Tyson they her peers who are horrified that a lily white wouldn’t be able to have $1 value meals wealthy woman from the upper echelon of that curtail hunger pangs of low-income Memphis could open her home to a hungry, wage earners (and increase sales and homeless, dejected orphan from “the other wealth of people like Sean). side of the tracks.” Leigh Anne is forced to I mean, sufferin’ succotash, what’s confront her detractors at daily luncheons a person to do? You either take in one where, over wine, posh salads, Pellegrino, abandoned kid, or you stand up to a system and an adoring wait staff, they bicker about that rewards the very few at the expense of her embrace of this young boy, which they multitudes of kids like Michael. imply borders on socialism. What can a guy like Sean to do? He Husband Sean Tuohy, a former college can’t use a process called T-H-O-U-G-H-T basketball star, owns somewhere between because that might impede upon his W-E85 and 100 Taco Bell Restaurants. Sean A-L-T-H. doesn’t have much to do all day and the Several years ago one of my more liberal income from his restaurants allows him relatives, who’s been retired for almost the freedom to give in to Leigh Anne’s a decade, had returned from one of his impulses at every turn. After adopted son numerous international jaunts, either to Michael finds out how Sean makes a living, Singapore or Australia or London or Paris he asks what happens to the leftover food or Bermuda or some cruise to Norway from his restaurants. Sean replies they give or some such vacation which he enjoys it to local food pantries, but complains “I’d several times a year. While showing me his rather sell it and make money”. pictures, I asked where he had them printed One scene in particular demonstrates up. “Wal-Mart” he replied. And that sparked Michael’s ignorance of red-blooded a conversation about Wal-Mart’s policies American family values. Thanksgiving which often leave employees destitute, arrives the week after Michael is taken relying on Medicaid for health insurance. in by the Tuohy’s, who spend the day in “Yes” he said “I agree with you, but at Walfront of the their 85 foot television screen Mart, I can get photos printed for two cents devouring a prepared feast and watching a copy, and other stores charge two and a men in uniform brutally combating each half cents. So what are you gonna do?” other toward mutual – but opposing – goals. Exactly. After filling his plate with food, Michael Now that’s what I call The Blind Side.
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Millville Woman’s Club A Game and Card Party will be held at 12 noon on March 18th. The event will feature card and board games, conversation and food. Tickets are $12 and the event is open to the general public For information and reservations contact Donna Ritchie at 856 765 9203 _____________________________
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ho doesn’t want an outstanding cheese steak on a remarkably fresh Atlantic-city roll? And— what if I told you they deliver? Want a side a fries and a two liter? Would your answer be “Bring-it!” That’s exactly what Dawn and Rich King, owners of “King’s Richland Deli” hopes you’ll say. Class of ‘65 to be held on October 30, Located a few doors down from The 2010. Call M. Burgess for details at 856-694Rail bar, and directly across the street 1112 or by email at mazuba@comcast.net from the Old General Store on Rt. 40 _____________________________ in Buena Vista Township is King’sRichland-Deli. Now—I’m not knocking the name of the place, but the thing is, when I walked Please Consider Giving Blood... in it looked more like a morning-coffee The Need Is Constant meeting place, or somewhere to have lunch with friends, maybe a quick The Gratification Is Instant! dinner with the kids after the game. Monday, April 05, 11:00 Am – 5:00 Pm With brand new checkerboard floors, Council Chambers Lobby, Vineland barstool-chairs, diner-style counter with City Hall, 2nd Floor, 640 E. Wood Street, freshly baked pastries, perched on top, Vineland, Nj 08362 looked and smelled more to me, like a In Need Of: sickle Cell, O-Negative & quaint little Diner rather then a deli. B-Negative Donors!!! But then again— what do I know? To schedule an appointment time please I was greeted with smiles and a hi, call 856-794-4000. how are you? That was nice... _____________________________ As I spoke with Dawn, I was surprised to hear that they served-up all three meals and the menu is quite varied. Nice, for a little place tucked-away in Buena huh? Maybe you’d go in to grab a breakfast sandwich and a steaming hot cup of coffee on the run. For lunch, pick up 2010 Easter Schedule Saturday, April some sandwiches, the Rubin sandwich is 3rd, 2010. Open from 10 AM to 3 PM. a popular favorite, and their new grilled No Admission Charge chicken Panini is a keeper. How nice The HO scale Patcong Valley Model would it be to have a homemade dinner RR Club is in Richland, NJ. Richland is for the whole family delivered to your on Route 40 about 10 miles west of Mays door. No shopping, no clean-up, just Landing, NJ. Come and see highly detailed good old fashioned home made dinners HO Scale models of many different Trains, like chicken pot-pie or meat loaf. run on a large realistic Model Railroad thru Don’t forget the delicious cheese beautiful scale scenery of Western PA and steaks... ask around, locals are happy Eastern NY state. to say King’s Deli has the best cheese Our building is near milepost 38.5 on steaks around. Route 40 in Richland. We are on the south “I use quality meat and don’t cheapside of the highway, directly across the out on ingredients, rolls or breads, that’s road from Richland Carpet. For a web why I believe our food is good,” says search, look for Route 40 and Fir Avenue Dawn. Visit www.patcongvalley.com Whatever your taste-buds command, _____________________________ Dawn would like her patrons to know the food is predominately homemade. LAST CHANCE TO ORDER As I talked with Dawn, I couldn’t help
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Vineland Blood Drive
Patcong Valley Society of Model Railroaders 4th Annual Spring Open House
STRAWBERRY PLANTS FROM 4-H
Don’t miss your chance to order “Earliglow” strawberry plants from the Cumberland County 4-H Advisory Committee at a tremendous bargain price. Only $7.00 for a bundle of 25. “Earliglow” strawberries are an early season variety which grow well in almost any soil and are disease resistant,” says Jeannette Rea-Keywood, County 4-H Agent. Some 4-H members will be planting strawberries this spring as part of their 4-H gardening project. Canned and frozen jams and jellies prepared by 4-H’ers will be judged and exhibited at the Cumberland County Fair in July. The plants will be available for pick up on April 13 at the 4-H Center, 291 Morton Avenue, between Rosenhayn and Carmel. Orders will be taken until the supply runs out. For more information or to request an order form, please call the 4-H Center at 856-451-2800.
Stephanie Linn, cook, and Dawn King, owner, great customers daily at the counter of King’s Richland Deli in Buena.
but notice the familiarity of some items hanging on the walls. Photography of local people and places, some old, a few new. One in particular had a neat story behind it and sparked an interesting idea for Dawn. “Every morning a group of really nice gentlemen come in for coffee,” said Dawn. “One day they brought me an old baseball team photograph of themselves as kids. She came to find out they had played in the field back behind the deli long ago. So I had the photo blown-up and I hung it on the wall,” she said. “If anyone wants to bring me any old photos, plaques or whatever— that represent this town, I’ll hang it up,” said Dawn graciously. Dawn owns King’s with her husband Rich, a full time chef at St Augustine Preparatory School in richland. Rich is also the executive chef for the St. Augustine Monastery, so although he was very instrumental in the start up Prices: of the business, he has very little time to help250 out- B/W with- 2the day to(.07day running per side) sides - $35 - B/W - 2 doesn’t sides - $70stop (.07 perhim side) from of the 500 Deli. That 1,000 - B/W - 2 sides - $130 knowledge (.05 per side) using his extensive culinary to create new daily specials or make 250 - Color - 2 sides - $75 (.15 per side) suggestions for the menu. 500 - Color - 2 sides - $150 (.15 per side) Dawn concentrates all- $240 of her efforts 1,000 - Color - 2 sides (.12 per side) on keeping the Deli up and running. Design -- ordering $50-$100 food, In addition Menu to cooking, ($50 if you provide textthe file)books, taking orders, and managing Dawn is constantly coming up with new Logo Design - $100-$350 promotions, discounts, and specials to 500 Full Color Business Cards - $50 1,000 Full Color Business Cards - $60
encourage new customers to come in and try one of their almost famous homemade daily specials – not what you’d expect to find at the corner deli. Dawn, along with her irreplaceable cook and friend Stephanie Linn, make the place a cheerful, friendly DinerDeli. Eat-in or take-out—And don’t forget they Deliver!! 856-213-5612. When you call, they can let you know the range of their delivery service. Hours of operation are: Monday thru Friday 7:00am-6:00pm Saturday, open 8:00am.
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Mayor’s Corner
Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010 marked the end of the “Open House” season that started in November for the Patcong Valley Model Railroad. Over 3,800 people visited the club’s fantastic model railroad display at the corner of Route 40 and Fir Avenue. Mayor Chuck Chiarello and Deputy Mayor Teresa Kelly along with Visitor Center Volunteer Greeter Mary Motter joined the club members for a special drawing that was held.
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We have just made it through one of the worst winters in history in Buena Vista Township. All told we had over six feet of snow, heavy rain storms, and high winds. The end result of all this activity has created one of the highest water tables that Buena Vista has ever seen-- the ground is soaked. There was also a lot of rain back in 2009. It has been near impossible to get enough dry weather to lower the water table for the past three months. Even at my house, the sump pump has been running 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our Township Public Works Department under the leadership of Rich Calareso has to deal with some unbelievable situations. Now that the snow is melted, flooding situations have occurred throughout the Township. One of the worst problems was on Chestnut Avenue in East Vineland where several homes were completed surrounded by high water. In other areas of the Township like Collings Lakes drains simply could not handle the volume between melting snow and torrential rain. No area of the Township was excluded. To date between the snow, rain and wind the Township has spent $300,000 to keep our community safe, maintain our roads and make needed repairs. In the aftermath of this harsh winter, roads need to be fixed, pot holes filled and equipment repaired. The various storms brought about countless hours of overtime mainly on weekends and nights to keep our roads plowed, remove fallen trees and help countless people with storm related problems. As the spring arrives the Township has made applications with FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) to try to recoup as much of the dollars spent. Any money not recouped hurts our taxpayers in these difficult budget times. That the Township Committee will do it’s very best to ease the impact of these excessive costs.
State Budget Crisis Affects Township and School District
The news out of Trenton isn’t good I am sure you have read this elsewhere by now. Cuts are being proposed by Governor Christie that will impact every town in the State of New Jersey. Cuts include the elimination of State Aid in certain categories and the reduction of State Aid in others. The Township Committee has begun preparing for budget cuts and believes that we will be able to keep a stable budget in 2010. Our school district faces even bigger challenges. Surplus money has been removed by the state and there is a 5% cut in state funding to our school district that will cost our community millions of dollars. Now that the budget has been introduced by the Governor the next three months will be spent by the legislature arguing out the details and possibly make some adjustments.
Flood Damage Claims Attention of State
The Governor of the State of New Jersey has issued a Disaster Declaration as a result of the severe flooding on the weekend of March 12, 13, 14, and 15. If you have sustained damage that you believe is flood related you should contact the Buena Vista Township Clerk’s Office. The Clerk’s Office is compiling a list of residents to pass on to Atlantic County Emergency Management and FEMA to contact once details are known. This is a preliminary information request only, since we do not know what coverage FEMA will offer to individual home or property owners. Call 856-697-2100 or 609-561-5650 press extension 1 to provide information to our Township Clerk’s Office.
Buena Regional School Board member Richard Harlan makes a presentation to the Township about the upcoming “Buena’s Walk to Haiti to Lend a Hand” event that was held Saturday, March 27th from 10 am to 1 pm. The event took place at the Buena Regional High School Track where donations were taken for each lap around the track. The funds benefit the American Red Cross. For more information or a late pledge call Matt Mazzoni at 856-697-0085.
BVT Census 2010 Due Now
If you want to help your community in receiving the most benefits from our state and federal government the most important thing you can do is to fill out that Census Questionnaire that came in the mail back in mid-March. The census questionnaire only takes a few minutes to complete and will give Buena Vista the best opportunity in getting our “fair share” of programs and dollars back in our town. There are no strings attached to the questionnaire and no information about your home or family will be released to the public. When the last census was done in the year 2000 we believe that Buena Vista Township was not correctly counted. Since we are a rural community it is not always easy to get the most accurate information. Sending your census form back now will also prevent your doorbell from ringing when the Census Bureau sends people out to follow-up on why you didn’t complete your questionnaire. Please help your community now!
April, 2010
Dog and Cat Licenses Now Due in BVT
If your dog or cat currently does not have a license you should get one now! Since a door to door dog and cat census will be taken in Buena Vista Township this year. Township residents had until March 31st to get their dog and cat licenses renewed. Now there will be a $7 late charge per license. Dog and cat owners found without licenses will be subject to a fine according to our local ordinance. The Township offered four free rabies clinics at fire halls throughout the community during the month of March. These clinics are held every spring and are a valuable asset in keeping our dogs and cats healthy in Buena Vista. If you wish to obtain a dog or cat license you can do so by visiting the Buena Vista Township Clerks Office on US Route 40 (890 Harding Highway) in Buena. The office is open from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday and until 7:30 pm on Tuesday nights.
BVT Visitors Center Volunteer greeter Mary Motter with grandson, Eric Cimino. Eric does community service for his Cub Scout Unit by helping out at the Visitors Center.
Independence Day Planning in the Works for BVT
The Buena Vista Township Special Events Committee is already working on plans for our 22nd Annual Independence Day Festival. The event is planned for Saturday, July 3rd. If you are interested in participating in this year’s festival as a crafter, exhibitor, or community group please contact Joan Stahl in the Mayors Office at 856-697-2100 or 609-561-5650 extension 8.
Family Dentistry Dr. P. John Marcucci, Jr. The Collings Lakes Volunteer Fire Company recently held their Installation Dinner at the Buena Tavern. Pictured receiving achievement awards are Deputy Chief Ed Jones (left) and Captain Bill Collins (center) who are joined by Chief Bill Donnelly. All the officers of the fire department were sworn in by Mayor Chuck Chiarello at the event held on Friday, January 29th.
Association, AtlantiCare (Blood Pressure Screenings, Body Mass Index, Risk-based blood glucose assessments, Risk-based cholesterol assessments, Health Literacy), Atlantic County Clerk’s Office, Atlantic County Office of Veterans Affairs, Atlantic County Office of Veterans Center, Atlantic County Surrogate, Atlantic County Library System, Atlantic County Intergenerational Services, Buena Historical Society, BVT EMS, Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund, CVS Pharmacist, Griswold Special Care, Heritage Assisted Living and Adult Day Care, Holy Redeemer Visiting Nurse Agency, Loving Care Agency, New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, Seniors of Newtonville Area, South Jersey Gas, Southern Jersey Family Medical Center, South Jersey Healthcare, South Jersey Healthcare Men’s Cancer Program, South Jersey Healthcare Radiology (Bone Density Scan), South Jersey Hospice, Sun National Bank, Susquehanna Bank, Weight Watchers, Woodview Estates and more. For more information, or if you wish to have a table at our fair please call Joan in the Mayor’s office at 856-697-2100 or 609-561-5650 and press extension 8.
Summer Concert Series
The Buena Vista Township special Events Committee is in the process of planning a series of eight Summer Concerts to be held during the months of July and August at Michael Debbi Park in Richland. A great line-up of concerts is planned and the schedule will be announced next month.
30 Exhibitors Expected for Community Health Fair
On Wednesday, April 7, 2010 Committeewoman Sue Barber will be hosting her tenth Community Health Fair & Awareness Day. There is no cost and you get free advice. The event features valuable information for residents, seniors, and veterans and will be held at the Buena Vista Township Municipal Building US Route 40 (890 Harding Highway) from 10 am to 2 pm. The Fair will provide residents with information pertaining to health, safety, and leisure issues. Spend the day with us and gather as much material as you can along with a free light breakfast and/or lunch. There will be displays, free screenings, free pamphlets, and knowledgeable staff from key organizations to ask questions and receive follow-up information. The following is a partial list of exhibits, and screenings (available at press time) that will be joining us: Alzheimer’s
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BVT EMS held their Annual Installation Dinner at Merighi’s Savoy Inn on Saturday, January 30th. Awards were given to rescue squad members for their service throughout the year during a brief presentation. Pictured (left to right) are Captain Soren Hudyma, Chief Wayne Corsiglia and Lieutenant/Training Officer Christine Dayton.
Visitors to the African American Heritage Museum will see a wide variety of artifacts and cultural information. The museum is located inside the Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center on Jackson Road in the Newtonville section of Buena Vista Township. Call 609-704-7262 for information and hours.
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3rd ANNUAL NJMP RUN-RIDE-WALK for Cancer Event Date Set
Fundraiser Will Support the SJHF and LAF Cancer Programs Millville--Officials from the New Jersey Motorsports Park announced today that the park will again host the annual Barbara Cook Run-Ride-Walk for Cancer on Saturday, September 11th, 2010 at the Thunderbolt Raceway. The 3rd annual event, which benefits the South Jersey Healthcare and Lance Armstrong Foundations, honors the spirit and character of Barbara Cook who passed away in 2008 following a brief but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. “We are pleased to once again host the Barbara Cook Run Ride Walk event this coming September,” stated Joe Savaro, principal of New Jersey Motorsports Park. “Last year we were able to donate over $46,000 to the two cancer foundations. We also take pride that last year’s effort was ranked the 3rd largest one-day cancer fundraiser in the State of New Jersey, and
we are honored to again pay tribute to the memory of Barbara Cook.” Norm Walker, the Lance Armstrong Foundation representative who first approached New Jersey Motorsports Park about hosting the event in 2008, said he was excited to make the third year even bigger and better. Bruce Willson, SJH Fitness Connection Director and Run-Ride-Walk running events coordinator announced the committee has added a new running event – The New Jersey Mud Run for Cancer, which is roughly a 5K course with obstacles and lots of mud for the participants to go through. Other new events planned this year include a BMX demonstration, and Team ProMotion will offer “2 UP” rides, which, for a donation, allows those willing to put on professional gear and hop on the back of a high performance motorcycle operated by a professional driver around Thunderbolt Raceway. The full day of events also includes a post-event barbeque fundraiser, exhibits, raffles and auctions. The final CCS Championship race of the season will take place on Lightning Raceway and the New Jersey Sprint Race will take place at the F1 NJ Karting facility. Participants can watch both events during the day as part of their entrance fee. The 5K, 10K fun walk and ride events will begin at 8 AM, the New Jersey Mud Run of the benefit will be held later in the day. Details on fees and registration can be accessed on the new Web site: www.bcrrw.org
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our local community—no, Joe was unique then and unique now. Every once in a while God doles out an extra dollop of talent, skill and imagination to one among us. Joe is one of those guys. Without any formal training, he has a natural talent for creating realistic, miniature sculptures in glass. Tiny bodies and faces of the likes of Elvis (one created in 1958 and the second in 1980), Liberace, Jerry Lewis, The Rat Pack (Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis) with an eight-piece band behind them, Abe Lincoln, Ronald Reagan, Muhammad Ali & Joe Frazier in the ring duking it out with Howard Cosell announcing, Pete Rose, are all housed and displayed in his gallery of glass. The faces of the sculptures are fine and detailed and accurate. He very proud of the photo of Joe DiMaggio and him when, in 1951, he presented the slugger with a glass sculpture of the slugger swatting a homer. When he created a sculpture of then Governor, Tom Kean, and presented to him at an award ceremony, the Governor proclaimed him the “Michaelangelo” of glass blowing. There are hundreds of the crystal figures including his erotic, female nudes a la Vargas (you know the Playboy illustrator who created the women we boys grew up fantasizing about.) People aren’t the only subjects. He’s done an exquisite glass hand of Lady Luck holding red glass dice, a miniature, glass private jet, a full size golf club, rings, trophies, trinkets. Some consider the collection of his works priceless. “I could draw with glass before I could with a pencil,” he tells me with a smile. It’s hard to believe he’s eighty-nine. He looks more like a healthy seventy-five, bright eyes, enthusiastic smile and filled with energy. Although he’s been proclaimed the “world’s best technical glass sculpture,” there isn’t much competition out there. He is truly unique and possibly one-of-a-kind. He started working for a local company,
Ace Glass in ’39 and ultimately headed the company’s glass blowing efforts. He also served on the executive boards of the American Flint Glass Blowers Union and the American Scientific Glass Blowers Society. “I was actually on my way to Hollywood to try to break into the entertainment business as a musician,” he explains. “But then the WWII came along, and I wound up getting a part time job at Ace Glass. I got five deferments during the War, and I could never figure out why. Later I found out I because I was working on parts of glass fuses that were used in the Manhattan Project” (America’s development of the atomic bomb) “When I saw how skilled the technical glass blowers were, I got into it,” he continues. He stayed there for 40 years. “I feel I have achieved a high level of success without ever leaving home. I’ve got three careers, technical glass, glass sculpture and music.” He now lives with wife Lucille in Vineland. For many years Joe played south jersey hot spots with his trio: places in local history like the Crown Inn, Pink Elephant, The Circle, White Sparrow. He’s primarily a guitarist, but recently has moved along with the times into digital. In 1959 he was asked to teach his rare skill at Salem Vocational Technical Institute. It’s believed to be the only glassblowing program in the nation. He taught for twenty-two years where he made the bulk of his “off-hand” sculptures. During that time he was asked to teach glass at the Langley Research Center for NASA. They needed men to repair glass elements in their space vehicles. He taught specialists how to do “in house” repairs saving weeks of valuable time doing fixes that previously had to be sent out. “I’ve been asked to teach students my sculpture art, but it’s something you can’t teach. Actually, I don’t know how I learned it myself. It just came naturally. You either have the talent for it or you don’t.” Needless to say not many people in the world do.
Cleary Corner
by Dolores Comparri and Donna Dandrea
Reunion planned for May 28th
Well, plans for the May 28th reunion are well underway. For those who are reading this column for the first time, the event is being held at The Savoy Inn on Landis Avenue in East Vineland. Doors open at 6:00pm and there will be a cash bar and a delicious buffet to enjoy. Right before Valentine’s Day, reservation forms were mailed to all those in our database. About the same time, the “event” was posted on Facebook. The committee has been busy booking Bob Morgan Entertainment as the DJ and he has assured us that he will accommodate our music requests across the decades. Arrangements have been made for Arjorie of PhotoQuik to set up a station to purchase last year’s reunion DVD. She will have order forms to purchase this year’s DVD also. When you stop by to place your order, you can view scenes from last year’s event and see how much fun everyone had (and, of course, how great everyone looked). By all means, spread the word to your family and friends and encourage them to reserve their spot(s) now. You can make reservations for $30/person by contacting Donna Dandrea via email to: dcdfs@aol.com (subject box should read Cleary Reunion) or call her at 609-476-3447. You can also call Dolores Comparri at 856-697-1482. Keep your eye on the Cleary Corner in next month’s edition of The Gazette for more updates.
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Food for Thought by Jean Hecker
The time-honored tradition of High Tea
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ne of my favorite little treats is an afternoon tea with all of the trimmings. I love the whole idea of the formality of a hightea at a British country house with all of the cakes and sandwiches so precisely cut and beautifully served up on 3-tiered cake stands with fancy white doilies and steaming pots of luscious darjeeling or China Black tea... what a wonderful experience. Many hotels in London still offer the afternoon tea every day and there are many varieties. When I was in London, I had “tea” at Brown’s Hotel - an Edwardian era hotel still locked in time, offering sumptuous accommodations as well as the time-honored tradition of a real British High Tea. London itself is a magnificent city with so many wonderful sights and not just the usual monuments and museums. “Portobello Road” is a fabulous place to wander and wonder through filled with amazing antiques and oddities. It is especially known for it’s pottery, left-overs and broken pieces, one of a kind finds, tea pots and discontinued sets of china, all saturated in an atmosphere right out of a Dicken’s novel! We are lucky that we have a few tea rooms in our area too. There is “Amelia’s Teas and Holly” in Mullica Hill - I went to a lovely tea there for a baby shower and the Vanilla Green tea was just delicious. Cakes and sandwiches were exquisitely done within an old-fashioned setting... very appealing. Then there is the “Vintage Rose Tea Room” in Millville, also with a lovely atmosphere and an appetizing array of sandwiches and sweet-treats served with a pot of your choice of tea. I have yet to
vist the “Serendipity Tea House” in Ocean City or “Isabella’s Tea Room” in Pitman, but they are on my list and hopfully I can get to them soon. Cakes are an essential part of the afternoon tea and here is a simple recipe for a delightful desert cake. Make it for your own afternoon tea party and serve it simply sprinkled with powdered sugar.
ALMOND CAKE 6 ounces butter (1¼ sticks) ½ cup granulated sugar 2 whole eggs Zest of one orange Zest of one lemon One scraped vanilla bean 1 teaspoon baking powder ¾ cup pastry flour (1/2 cake flour, 1/2 all-purpose flour) 1 cup whole unpeeled almonds, finely ground (or ¾ cup almond flour) 1 tablespoon kosher salt ½ cup sliced almonds 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon egg white In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar together. Add eggs one by one. Add citrus zest and vanilla seeds. Sift almond flour, baking powder, pastry flour and salt together. Add dry mix until just combined. Spread into 10-inch buttered and floured cake pan. Combine sliced almonds, sugar, and egg whites. Scatter on top of raw cake mix. Bake 30 to 40 minutes at 325 degrees until golden and brown. Allow to cool 30 minutes to serve warm, or cool to room temperature and serve. Either way it’s delicious.
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Atlantic County Library Events RECESSION BEATERS: SMALL SPACE 21ST CENTURY VICTORY GARDENS Atlantic County Library System/Pleasantville hosts a program entitled Recession Beaters: Small Space 21st Century Victory Gardens on Wednesday, April 14 at 5 pm. The free program is open to adults. Mona Bawgus and Master Gardeners from Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service teach how to grow your own vegetables in containers and other small spaces. Atlantic County Library System/Pleasantville is located at 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and may be reached by calling 641-1778.
CREATIVE CRAFTS Atlantic County Library System/Hammonton offers Creative Crafts Programs for children age 5 and older. Younger children may need help from an adult. Registration is required for any session. All materials are provided. On Wednesday, April 14 at 6:30 pm, the craft is shrinkable film art. On Wednesday, May 12 at 6:30 pm, the craft is miniature pillows. Call the library at 561-2264 for additional information. Atlantic County Library System/Hammonton is located at 451 Egg Harbor Road.
TODDLER TALES Atlantic County Library System/Egg Harbor city offers Toddler Tales on Wednesdays, April 14 through May 19 at 10:30 am. The free programs are suggested for ages 2-4. Registration is required as space is limited. For details, call the library at 804-1063. Atlantic County Library System/Egg Harbor City is located at 134 Philadelphia Avenue.
DEFENSIVE DRIVING Atlantic County Library System/Mays Landing offers a Defensive Driving course on Thursday, April 15, from 9 am until 5:30 pm. The course is open to licensed drivers of all ages. Preregistration and prepayment is required. The fee is $12 for AARP members or $14 for non-members. The Defensive Driving course is presented by AARP. Those who complete the course save on their auto insurance. Participants should bring a bag lunch. Beverage and dessert are provided. Atlantic County Library System/Mays Landing is located at 40 Farragut Avenue and may be reached by calling 625-2776, extension 6304.
CAMERA CLINICS Atlantic County Library System/Mays Landing presents Camera Clinics on Thursdays, April 15 and May 20 at 7 pm and 7:30 pm. The free clinics are open to adults and registration is required. Sign up for a one-on-one half hour session with a professional photographer. Participants should bring their questions, camera and manual. Call the library at 625-276, extension 6304 to learn more. Atlantic County Library System/Mays Landing is located at 40 Farragut Avenue.
Local Bridgeton Banker Promoted Newfield National Bank recently announced the promotion of Anthony “Tony” Buono, of Bridgeton, to Vice President/Business Development Officer. Buono has been in banking for 45 years and with Newfield Bank for 10 years, working out of the Hopewell branch. He is involved in the community with the Hopewell Economic Committee, the Bridgeton Rotary where he serves as Treasurer and is a Board member of the Greater Bridgeton Chamber of Commerce. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree and a State Certified Umpire in the NJSIAA. Buono’s responsibilities include generating new business while maintaining an existing customer base by periodic visits to insure and preserve good customer relationships.
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Shoot From the Hip by Rick
Red Carpet at The Broadway
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ey everybody. Enjoying the Winter so far? Yikes, what a mess. There WAS an incredible ray of sunshine in Pitman, NJ at The Broadway Theatre on February 4th 2010 . It was the World Premiere of SORROW HILL by GrindHouse Pictures out of Vineland. Sorrow Hill was written & directed by local Vineland native, Ron DiPrimio. An amazing groundswell of anticipation surrounded this first full length release from GrindHouse. I had the opportunity for a brief Q & A session with Ron DiPrimio about the film. BR: How long did it take you to write Sorrow Hill and how much time on rewrites and editing to the final draft that you filmed ? Ron: It took me a month to write Sorrow Hill including re-write. I normally write straight through. Before I write a screenplay I visualize it from start to finish and once I have it worked out completely in my mind that’s when I sit down and begin to write the screenplay. BR: How many days to shoot to the film? Ron: We had 30 full shooting days for Sorrow Hill on location . BR : What is your training or background in writing ? Ron : I don’t have any formal training. I am an avid reader and movie watcher. Comic books were a nice escape when I was a child and I started re-writing them if I didn’t like how they went. BR : How important is it for you to have commercial success compared to personal satisfaction, integrity wise ? Ron : Commercial success is important to achieve if I want to continue to make films and have it as my occupation. I take pride in all of my work and always feel a sense of achievement every time I sit down at my computer and begin to write. BR : With half a dozen independent film production companies in the S.J. area, is it a brotherhood or do the competitive juices flow ? Ron : I am not in competition with any other local production company. I have a good relationship with Emerald Productions and SaintSinner Entertainment. BR : What is your ultimate goal in the film industry and would you be comfortable
as a film studio employee per se and not President of GHP ?? Ron : The ultimate goal is to be making movies as my profession. To have film making as my sole source of income. At this point of my life I can’t afford to start at the bottom so I have to try and make it all work through my own company. BR : What animal would best describe you on the set ??? Ron : Animal that describes me on set…a Golden Retriever, I’m hard working, loyal, and have a lot of energy. Horrible answer, but best I could come up with. BR : If you were allowed just 3 people on a deserted island with you forever, who would they be Ron ? Ron : Three people on an island…what an odd question. My daughter Emily, my girlfriend Sarah, and super chef bobby flay…so he can cook for us. NOTE : The Film’s story is loosely based on a true story about an abandoned mental hospital in Pennsylvania. One day the facility’s entire staff walked off the job, leaving the patients alone to fend for themselves . Uh oh … Independent films are such a labor of love for the writer and director. To see their baby crawl and coo and develop into a big kid on the silver screen has to be overwhelming for them. Ron DiPrimio was the epitome of just that at his premiere. Ron’s hard work is paying off as his latest script ( DEAD NOON ) has been optioned by OVERTURE FILMS ( The Crazies , Brooklyn’s Finest ). Sorrow Hill is so much more than your typical Horror serving. The fact that this was accomplished for under $5K with mostly local actors with first time or minimal experience is amazing. The film style was a great tribute to gritty intense 70’s horror movies that most of us grew up with. Dark & creepy with the right amount of blood, guts, and torture to satisfy your blood lust . If you missed the premiere , get the DVD soon at www.GrindHouse-Pictures.com. Then make some popcorn, crack a cold one, and sit back for the ride . A little ride called Sorrow Hill. Well done Ron! Dead Noon is coming when? P.S. I spent Valentine’s Day at LUCIA’S Restaurant on Sherman Ave in Vineland. BEST dining experience outside of Manhattan!! 5 star for sure.
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VHS Does “High School Musical” The Vineland High School “Cap ‘n Dagger” club sang and danced its way to standing ovations from three large, appreciative audiences in performances of “High School Musical” on stage at the VHS South auditorium last week. The show, based on a Disney Channel original movie, reminds young people to be themselves and follow their dreams. This was a theme that resonated with the crowds that included many families with school-aged children. As in past “Cap ‘n Dagger” performances, the months of practice was obvious as the cast members delivered their lines flawlessly, sang sweetly and danced with precision. There were some crowd favorites. Adrian Lelli as the multi-talented Gabriella Montez and Gary Guadalupe Jr. as jock turned actor Troy Bolton were both spectacular. De’Anna Denelsbeck gave an inspired turn as Sharpay Evans, the self-proclaimed “queen” of the East High Drama Department. Lauren D’Ottavio was winsome and charming as Kelsi Nielsen, the gifted pianist and composer. The audience roared its approval for Eddie Curtis as Jack Scott, the news announcer at East High, also known as “The Velvet Fog” for his distinctive voice. Guadalupe and other members of the “East” basketball team “brought down the house” by performing an impeccably choreographed stunt that involved passing basketballs across the stage and hurling them high overhead from one end to the other. Vineland’s show was directed by Emily Marcello, who is the “Cap ‘ Dagger Club” advisor. Choreographer was Natalie Quakenbush, and the musical director was Eileen Bosco. The orchestra was conducted by William McDevitt, VHS band director. Hank Ehrlich, veteran stage manager for the high school performances, and a man rarely seen on stage, stepped forward at the Friday night performance to acknowledge the contributions of Joseph Marcello, who directed the high school thespians for three years. Emily Marcello presented her father with a plaque, prompting a thunderous ovation from the student actors and the audience.
“An Evening with the Art Center” The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts is set to host its eighth annual spring fundraiser. This year the RRCA has added some exciting, new twists to offer our guests. It will indeed be an exciting evening with the art center on Saturday, May 1, 2010. This year’s fundraiser will take place in the RRCA from 7-11pm. The center will offer a complimentary wine and beer bar as well as butlered, heavy hors’ d’oeuvres catered by Luke Kornbluh, formerly of the Looking Glass Café on High Street. In addition, guests will enjoy a fabulous dessert station along with coffee and tea. Back by popular demand, Mr. Rob Shannon, will dazzle our guests with his very entertaining live art auction. The RRCA will also have a lovely silent auction to bid on. As if all of that was not enough this year, the RRCA is honored to present a trio of musicians led by vocalist, Sharon Sable. This event is our largest fundraiser of the year to benefit our ACE, Art Creates Excellence, classes. ACE is certainly one of our most recognizable and well-loved programs at the RRCA. ACE runs year round and offers art instruction to students of all ages. We are more than confident in the positive outcomes that take place because of this program. The RRCA would like to extend its deepest gratitude to our major donors: The Law Offices of Kavanagh, Kavanagh, and DiLazzero, Allen Associates and Mints Insurance. This fundraiser is made possible because of their generous sponsorship. Tickets are currently on sale at a cost of $50 a person or $95 a couple. You can purchase tickets by paying in person, mailing a check made out to the RRCA addressed to 22 N. High Street, Millville, NJ 08332 or by calling 856-327-4500 with your credit card information to reserve a spot. The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts is a nonprofit community arts center whose mission is to create a sense of community and foster artistic awareness to assure the economic vitality of Millville’s Glasstown Arts District through cultural, educational and artistic enrichment. For more information on the RRCA and its programs, visit us at www.rrcarts.com. The RRCA’s regular business hours include Sunday through Thursday 11-5pm, Friday 11-8pm and Saturday 11-7pm.
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April, 2010
Rightly So by Jimmie Lee Hollis
WWII Nurses Finally Get Their Credit
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Pinelands Officers sworn in. Vice Chairman: William Pikolycky, Mayor Woodbine, Secretary: Anthony Mazzella, Planning Board Chairman, Berkeley Township and State Senator Jeff Van Drew
Pinelands Municipal Council Officers Sworn In Woodbine—Mayor William Pikolycky is pleased to announce that the officers of the Pinelands Municipal Council were sworn in on March 15, 2010 at the Buena Vista Township Municipal Building, by State Senator Jeff Van Drew and Assemblyman Nelson Albano. Officers are: Chairman, Chuck Chiarello, Mayor, Buena Vista Township; ViceChairman, William Pikolycky, Mayor, Woodbine Borough; Secretary: Anthony Mazzella, Planning Board Chairman, Berkeley Township; Treasurer: Joseph A. Kuehner, Mayor, Egg Harbor City; and Member at Large: Richard Franzen, Township Committee member, Tabernacle Township. The Pinelands Municipal Council was created by the Pinelands Protection Act (N.J.S.A. 13:18A-1 et seq) and is made up of the mayors of the 53 municipalities in the Pinelands Area or their designees. The Council is empowered to review and comment upon changes proposed by the Pinelands Commission in the New Jersey Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan. The Council also advises the Commission on matters of interest regarding the Pinelands and takes positions on issues affecting the region.
Current issues that the Council has been reviewing include solar and wind power use in Pinelands Municipalities as a source to generate power and revenue. The Council has also reviewed and had direct input on Septic System Management rules, Clustering, and many other Pinelands relevant issues. The Council meets about 5 times a year to conduct business. The meetings are located in various municipalities throughout the year. A quorum of 15 members of the Council is necessary to take any action. All meetings of the Council are open to the public and interested citizens are encouraged to attend. “I look at the Pinelands Municipal Council as a local government advocacy group,” said Chairman/Mayor Chuck Chiarello. “We have been able to make a difference in how certain rule changes impact our communities,” stated ViceChairman/Mayor William Pikolycky. For further information about the Pinelands Municipal Council, go to their website at http://www.state.nj.us/pinelands/ munico/ The next meeting of the Pinelands Municipal Council will be May 26 at 7:30 p.m. The location will be the Woodbine Municipal Services Building.
ast month, after 65 years the Women Airforce Service Pilots or WASPs of World War II, finally received the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor given by Congress. The WASPs deserved this honor but they were not the only women that served their country during that time. Mostly overlooked in history accounts, the Army Nurse Corps was also an integral part of the war effort. However, due to space constraints, it is not possible to detail every sacrifice and heroic deed of the Army Nurse Corps and there were many. Established in 1901, the Army Nurse Corps reflected the prejudices of the public, as it was an all-white organization that was “justified” by the “separate but equal” mindset of the times that meant qualified black nurses were barred from membership. Some white nurses felt that the policy was wrong but because they were women, they got little attention. So the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses (NACGN) would have to wage the battle for recognition and equality almost alone. But eventually, under pressure by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and Mabel Keaton, head of the NACGN, the Army allowed 48 black nurses into the Army Nurse Corps. But this is not just about black nurses but about all women who served as nurses during WWII. History reveals that some of the hardships these women had to endure would test even the hardiest of men. Many times the living conditions and working conditions were not only sub-standard but in some cases inhuman, yet these dedicated women usually went about their duties with pride and determination. But sometimes these conditions were so bad that morale
among the nurses sank so low that some of their units were disbanded. There was also a personal cost as some nurses saw men with whom they knew intimately come back, their bodies torn and bloodied by enemy action and they had to choke back their emotions in order to perform their duties. Often watching them die. And it was even more intense for the women that served closer to the front, often dodging enemy shells and bullets, and endangering their own lives to care for the wounded and dying. One of the most bleak and tragic events happened when the Japanese took prisoner 11 nurses. One can imagine the harsh and brutal treatment these women received at the hands of their captors. Unlike the men prisoners of war, women had the added “disadvantage” of being sexually exploited and raped repeatedly. Like their women counterpart the WASPs, Rosie The Riveters, USO troupes, truck drivers, cooks, home front warriors like moms, sisters, nieces and daughters, the nurses performed their duties extremely well. Their praises cannot be sung too often or too loudly. Often their duties found them in places with names they could not even pronounce. Yet they persevered. Only God knows all the details. As a retired USAF Senior NonCommissioned Officer I salute and thank these brave women nurses of WWII and also those women that serve today in numerous capacities in defense of our nation. Today’s women can look back over their shoulders and see the sacrifices the women of previous wars made and be proud to carry the torch into the future, not just for women but for all Americans.
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From the Statehouse
by Matthew Milam, Assemblyman, First Legislative District
Time to Run the Statehouse Like a Business
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t didn’t take long, after being first elected to the state Assembly two years ago, for me to come to the conclusion that if state government is ever going to pull itself out of the deep fiscal hole in which it finds itself, the administration and Legislature must take the steps necessary to run the statehouse more like a business. I came to Trenton, and am returning for a second two years, with what I consider a unique skill set – as the owner and CEO of a successful business in Vineland. The opportunity to bring my business expertise to Trenton was one of the most important reasons I ran for elected office and the same applies this time around. That approach is fully supported by my 1st District colleagues, Senator Jeff Van Drew and Assemblyman Nelson Albano, both of whom I have worked hard with, and with whom I will continue to work to change the way the administration and the Legislature does business. The operative word here is business, more specifically small business. For too long, the state has made it too difficult for small businesses to survive in New Jersey, much less thrive, by burdening the hard working, tax paying, job creating owners with unnecessarily harsh and costly taxes and a regulatory system badly in need of both short term and long term reform. Senator Van Drew, Assemblyman Albano and I have been saying clearly and publicly for months that the state must slow down the number of its new rules, regulations and other requirements that affect the owners of small businesses. Because if that doesn’t happen, these businesses will continue to disappear by either shutting their doors and putting their employees on the street, or moving their businesses to other states
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where the state governments understand their importance and provide a businessfriendly environment. It’s really as simple as creating incentives for small businesses and reducing the regulatory and bureaucratic burdens they are forced to bear. It’s equally as easy as understanding the importance of our small businesses that significantly help stimulate the economic activity by creating additional revenue and promoting job retention and creation that is so important to our state. Putting it another way, no matter what the issues are that occupy our time and energy – be they related to healthcare, public safety, education, the needs of the most vulnerable, or anything else – nothing can move the state forward if we don’t get our fiscal house in order, including a more helpful, business-friendly approach to that which our small businesses need, not only to exist but to flourish, instead of penalizing their hard work and sacrifice. Only by doing so, I believe, will our children and grandchildren have an opportunity and a desire to live and work and thrive in New Jersey. Just as Senator Van Drew and Assemblyman Albano do, I have an open door policy for businesspersons who have ideas for creating a better business environment. I will share with you the suggestions I have already heard from my meetings with several Chambers of Commerce in Cumberland, Cape May and Atlantic counties I have had to get a better sense of what the business community needs and wants from Trenton, and I will continue to seek out and value input from those who have ideas to share with me. We all should have a common purpose – positive changes that will lead to a better future.
Washington Report by Congressman Frank A. LoBiondo (NJ-02)
Honoring the Countless Contributions of Women
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arch was Women’s History Month, which recognizes the invaluable contributions of many of America’s women for bettering their communities, their cultures, and their country. From leaders recently departed to those who still continue to inspire, outstanding women of yesterday and today continue to leave a lasting mark on every aspect of society. It all began somewhere, with the list of “firsts” seemingly endless and continuing to grow: from the first elected Congresswoman, Jeannette Rankin, to the first female U.S. Supreme Court Justice, Sandra Day O’Connor. From Elizabeth Blackwell M.D - the first female to graduate from medical school - to Madeleine Albright - the first female Secretary of State - each served to permanently break down barriers in their respective fields, instilling an element of equality in the social fabric of America. While every “first” was and is critical to cracking the proverbial glass ceiling, outstanding women have stood up throughout history for causes such as social justice and equal treatment. From Harriet Tubman and Rosa Parks to Helen Keller and Susan B. Anthony, their collective impact on a myriad of our nation’s policies cannot be overstated. Even cultural icons such as “Rosie the Riveter” have inspired
women across the country and across generations to become engaged. New Jersey, too, has its share of influential and outspoken women. From Clara Barton – a Civil War nurse and founder of the first public school in the state - to Alice Paul, a Moorestown native who founded the National Woman’s Party which advocated for women’s right to vote and the adoption of the 19th Amendment, New Jersey women have surely and positively altered the direction of our country. We honor them all. We must not, however, limit our recognition to the contributions of only extraordinary women in specific fields or historical context. Everyday across the country, mothers and sisters, wives and coworkers create a positive impact in their communities. Women across the 2nd District are being honored for various local contributions. I applaud their continued efforts to better South Jersey and reaffirm that their service does not go unnoticed. Thus, as we go about our daily routines, we should not overlook the countless ways our homes, our communities, and our country continue to be improved because of the strong leadership and relentless determination of women. Past, present and future, women have and continue to help shape the United States into the most diverse society in the world.
Schroeder Calls for Changes to ACUA’s Waste Flow Ordinance Freeholder Jim Schroeder is calling for additional changes to the proposed ordinance to require all of Atlantic County’s trash to be sent to the Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA). “My questions and concerns are both substantive and procedural,” Schroeder said. “On Tuesday night we heard compelling testimony from municipal officials, waste haulers and concerned residents as to the potentially harmful effects this new mandate might have on municipal budgets, small businesses and taxpayers. Their concerns are, in my judgment, legitimate.” “The ACUA, on the other hand, says that if we do not provide them with a monopoly on Atlantic County’s trash, then a trash crisis will occur and Atlantic County taxpayers may end up footing the bill. With a proverbial gun to our heads, the freeholders will be asked to take action on this issue one week prior to the March 1st deadline for the ACUA to come up with its annual $8,000,000 debt service payment.” “I have not made a firm decision as to
how I will vote on this issue. I remain concerned as to the long term effects of giving this much authority to the ACUA. Any compromise must protect the taxpayers in all twenty-three of Atlantic County’s municipalities. Before we vote on this ordinance, I think every Mayor and Councilmember in every town in the county should be given a contract stipulating the rates their town will pay for the next three years under a mandated waste flow arrangement.” “Additionally, there should be a sunset provision. The ordinance should state that the waste flow mandate will expire at the end of the three year period unless it is reauthorized at that time by majority vote of the freeholder board. Hopefully, this sunset provision will help to build into this ordinance some sorely needed accountability on the part of the ACUA.” “Next time, it is also hoped that the public will be brought into the discussion sooner and this important public policy discussion will not have to be conducted in an eleventh hour crisis atmosphere.”
Nancy Steelman, left, a trustee of the Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society and also a member of the Woman’s Club of Vineland, introduces Carol Shenton, Carol Paterson, and Sarah Snow, to the members of the Woman’s Club of Vineland as they portray historic women in Vineland’s history.
Woman’s Club of Vineland portray historic women The Woman’s Club of Vineland, a member of General Federation of Women’s Clubs, held their Business Meeting on Monday, March 8th. For entertainment and information on the history of Vineland and the Woman’s Club of Vineland, several members portrayed famous women from Vineland’s past and gave a summary of their accomplishment to the club. Dr. Mary J. Dunlap (Carol Paterson) was the first superintendent of the Vineland State School which was called the Vineland Home for Feeble-Minded Women. She was also the first president of the Woman’s Club
of Vineland which was founded in 1899. Mary Treat (Carol Shenton), a botanist, corresponded and collaborated with the famous scientist as Charles Darwin and Asa Gray. She was a noted scientist and wrote many articles and several books on the natural aspects of the area. Portia Gray (Sarah Snow) was an activist involving woman’s rights in general and woman’s suffrage in Vineland. For more information about the Woman’s Club of Vineland call 856-825-8583 or look on our website: www.womansclubofvineland.net.
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April, 2010
Phillies Report by Cameron Wilson
You’ve come a way long baby!
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en Years in the big picture, is not a very long time. Ten years in sports, however, can be a lifetime. A decade in sports can be a long and productive career. In the year 2000 the Phils weren’t exactly a laughing stock, but they weren’t very good either. J Roll was just a rook and everyone still loved Bobby Abreu. Scott Rolen was still liked in the city! Now that guy couldn’t even get a glass of water if he was on fire if he showed up on Broad Street. We still had the Vet (man I miss that place) and no one had even heard of Howard or Utley. The Yankees were still the Yankees, while Red Sox nation was slowly growing into the annoying blob that we know today. No one wanted to play in Philly. No one wanted to play baseball on a green carpeted concrete slab. No one wanted to deal with the fans or the franchises’ losing history. Management didn’t want to pay money for big name free agents, but it’s not like they wanted to come here. Every once in a while you would hear about players no-trade clauses, and the list of teams they would not accept to be traded to. The Phillies were always on EVERYONES list. Not…anymore. If you would ask 100 baseball heads, “who is the best pitcher in baseball”, I would bet that at least 80, maybe even 85 would say Roy Halladay. And guess what guys, the name on the front of his jersey says PHILLIES. Ten years ago, a Halladay wouldn’t even entertain the thought of coming to Philly. Maybe if he was on a train from DC on the way to NY, he would wake up long enough to grab a peek at the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. These days, a Halladay is not only awake when that train gets to Philly, but he is also jumping off and ready to play. I used to watch organizations like the Yankees or Red Sox with a little bit of envy. Ok a LOT of envy. They had a culture of winning. The World Series was the goal and nothing short of that would work. A division title? That’s nice. We came for the bigger piece of cake. I love picking up a magazine and reading that the Phillies are considered one of the top three teams in baseball. That means that there are about 27 other teams looking up wanting to be us. Wanting to be a part of Philadelphia! I know we don’t have the pockets that the Yankees do, so we may not be able to pull off a run like they did in the late 90s and early 00s, but I am definitely going to enjoy this golden age of Phillies baseball while I can. This team, this era, has already made Philadelphia sports history, but are on the door step of making baseball history. The last N.L.
team to make three straight World Series, were the St. Louis Cardinals…from the 40s! We are more than equipped to make a run at that record. I know it’s just Spring Training but our starting pitching has looked amazing. Almost scary. It looks like Kyle Kendrick will lock of the 5th spot in the rotation and more importantly, Cole looks like the Cole from ’08, which is huge. I am still a little salty about losing Cliff Lee, especially when I see that we could have traded Blanton to dump his salary, plus on top of that, the prospects we got for him are flaking out. But if Cole can win 15 games, I will be fine. Halladay…this guy flirted with 20 wins season after season while pitching in the A.L. east, he will dominate. Trust me. Jayson Werth has become one of my players on the team and it bothers me that this could be the last year in a Phil’s uniform. He will be a free agent at the end of the season and the front office has made it clear that they will not be able to afford both he and Howard. Obviously, you have to keep the big guy around. The only thing that softens the blow of potentially losing Werth is the emergence of Domonic Brown. This kid will be a BEAST. Write it down. Placido will be a welcome upgrade in the lineup, but you guy will miss Pedro’s glove at third. He threw the ball on a rope to first every game and not many balls got past him. One through eight I am not sure that you will find a better line up, or even a better overall team. Tell me if you have heard this song before, the bullpen is again the only major concern. Lidge will, in all likelihood, not make it to opening day. He is on record for saying that he is shooting for the second week of the season. I don’t need him to be perfect again, but he does need to be better than last year. We do have Romero back and we also picked up Jose Contreras which will add a tough arm to the pen. Most importantly, Halladay will routinely go 7 or 8 strong innings which will add rest. I think our lineup is strong enough to get through that first month without a full bullpen. Now prediction time. I think we will win the division easily, by at least 8 games. 100 wins will be nice, but realistically I’m shooting for 95 wins. We will get to the World Series. Yes…yes we will. Will we win? I don’t know. I will say this though; we lost to the Yanks because our starting pitching was suspect. In a seven game series, Roy can and will be used three times…I’m just sayin.
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Impressions by Nancy Piazza
Enough Already! Are we done?
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t’s April—Whew! thank goodness, anybody else wore-out? The winter was endless—and the snow—and the rains... All I can say is I’m exhausted, how about you? The shoveling, chopping, blowing, slipping and sliding, soggy till you sunk was way too much! Our neighborhood at some point became a complicated obstacle course, complete with unforeseen hazards of heavily snow covered, massive low hanging tree limbs that we had to raceunder with our cars hoping we didn’t hear snap. Ice block formations that no amount of salt or sand could conquer. One day, and don’t ask me which one, the snow days all ran together, I was out back and water was outright pouring around the foundation of my house as it melted. What?? With dread I peered under the house to the crawl space... And there it was, the swamp. What the heck? In the 8 years I lived here, never happened before. It was an unbelievable amount of cleanup work. Sump-pumps, supplies, buckets, shovels, mud... sigh... Everyday a new challenge, us against the snow and its aftermath. I heard similar stories all over town. I don’t know a person who has a basement or crawl space that didn’t get water in it, and days of body aches, from shoveling. The power outages, that went on and on for some people were, I think, the worst of the stories. Delays, school closings, and hours and hours of attempts to get somewhere and back again, some days— were draining. Don’t you agree? There was like a week or more that I didn’t see a piece of mail, not that I minded, but there was no getting near that thing. Nope....Plowed completely in and at least a foot of ice boulders surrounding it. Whatever, nobody wants to see or pay the bills at my house anyway so who cares? Once I get to that — whatever attitude— nothing seems like a big deal anymore. You throw your hands up, shrug your shoulders and make the what-r-ya-gonna-do face? This ain’t ending soon, obviously! We all been there, done that— right? So then, I think there might be some hope as the last days of February fade out, and March rolled-in with a few mild temps... What’s this, could it be an end to the relentless snow and dreadful dark, make you not want to get out of bed in the morning, weather? Well, yes...and...no. The temperatures certainly did improve and day light savings brought much needed extra light and for that... I gave a well deserved round of applause— but we weren’t completely prepared for the great-melt and torrential downpours, now were we? Once again, driving through my neighborhood was a game of chance. Uprooted trees that with one push would snap like twigs and come crashing down taking out everything in their path, and lakes and streams that run-ith over creating unnecessary wakes rippling along our tiny development. What the heck? Enough!! I do know that I saw a lot of people
helping other people throughout the long winter and a great sense of camaraderie amongst friends and complete strangers. One day I saw loads of neighbors out on their narrow cul-de-sac street after one of the snow falls and they had every driveway shoveled and their cars lined down one side of the street in a row. They had worked together, you could tell. From what I witnessed week after week, it was like that everywhere. Sump pumps being loaned out, neighbors helping other neighbors lay PVC pipe from the house to the street. People shared stories about the weather no matter where you went. Families, friends and neighbors came out and shoveled, not only their own, but helped those who couldn’t do it themselves. They brought supplies and support and worked together. When you think about it now, and maybe with a twist on your original perspective, maybe it wasn’t so bad after all, possibly a good thing?? It got us all outside together, talking and working regularly, in a time when we would normally be inside and isolated from one another, right?? And— after the year we all just experienced with the recession there isn’t anything better for Americans then to work together united, wouldn’t you agree? That’s when we are at our strongest, our best, don’t you think? So maybe we’ll look back at this past winter and say, “Ah, wasn’t so bad.” ...??? Um........ I don’t think so! That would definitely be a Noooo! It was a really long painful nightmare! Can I please see a show of hands?? And so here we all are, weary and thankful we survived and that spring is finally, finally here! And there is no chance of getting anymore snow, looks as if we are in the clear.. We have had enough of the longest, most awful winter in recent memory, and we just can’t take anymore! From here on out— if we even think we hear a Meteorologist utter the words cold or snow?? Grrrrrrrr !!!! Never-mind, I won’t say it. Happy Spring everyone, enjoy the warmth and the sunshine, I know I will. P.S. If you enjoy my column or just want to comment on my column, please do so, otherwise my boss will think no one likes or reads me and I’ll get fired.... just kidding. You can comment at http:// www.gazetteofaandc.com/ And click on Lou’s Gazette Blog. Or you can e-mail me at piazzax@verizon.net. Thanks, I appreciate it. Also— I’d like to welcome columnist Rick Cahall to the Gazette and wish him well.— And if you like late night talk radio and stupid humor, tune-in and listen to Rick’s Radio Show on Friday Nights from 11:00pm -1:00am on 92.1 VLT. Rick and his co-host Michelle are a laugh-out loud. Feel free to call-in and join their conversation at 696-0092.
4-H’ers Perform in the Annual Talent Show
Local 4-H members delighted the audience as they performed in the annual 4-H Talent Show, held recently at the 4-H Center. Performers included (front row, L-R) Luke Nestler, Jason Nestler, Jade Hunter, Julia Anderson, Melissa Lowry, Deanna Rowe, Isabella Carrano and Nicole Mynster. (2nd row, L-R) Alison Burke, Allison Lowry, Erin Callahan, Lilliana Carrano, Maya Jaffe, Catie Mynster, Megan Mynster, Erin Napier and Kyle Napier. (Back row, L-R) Corey Gaburo, Michael White and Renee Sheppard. This educational event focuses on the 4-H communication and performing arts project areas and gives these children an opportunity to showcase their talents in a fun night of skits, vocal selections, dance routines, musical instruments and even stand-up comedy. This event also helps to promote poise and self confidence in young people. For more information about the 4-H program, call the 4-H Center at 856-4512800 or visit the Cumberland County website at co.cumberland.nj.us and learn more about 4-H.
CDI Introduces Mammography to Hammonton Office HAMMONTON– The Center for Diagnostic Imaging (CDI), the area’s largest privately-owned radiology facility, announced that they have added mammography screening services to their location in the Augusta Professional Center on Route 30 in Hammonton. Mammography plays a critical role in the early detection of and the fight against breast cancer. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women, exceeded only by lung cancer. Statistics demonstrate that one in eight women will develop breast cancer sometime in her life. The stage at which breast cancer is detected influences a woman’s survival. If detected early, the five-year survival rate is 97%. Though the rate of breast cancer has increased in the past decade, the amount of deaths it causes has declined, which is a result of advanced testing procedures. Mammography is used to visualize normal and abnormal structures within breasts. With the ability to identify cysts, calcifications and tumors, mammography is one of the most important tools in the early detection of breast cancer. For more information about the benefits of mammography at CDI or to make an appointment for a screening, call (609) 567-1700 or visit www. CenterForDiagnosticImaging.com.
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April, 2010
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Riverfront’s Premier Tier of Artists Display Their Work The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts has several memberships one can obtain to support the arts in the Glasstown Arts District. At the RRCA, the premier level of artistry is found in its Associate Artists. Opening Friday, April 16, 2010 in the North Gallery is the Associate Artist’s first of their two annual member shows. Associate Artists are artists in the region who have been juried in by a panel composed of RRCA Board Members, working artists and the RRCA Executive Director. Artists must present a series of recent works via CD, their resume, biography and artist statement. The panel than reviews the presentation and makes the determination of whether or not they fit the Associate Artist category. Associate Artists represent a variety of styles, backgrounds and preferred mediums. They are artists who already have representation from other galleries or organizations and/or show a level of artistry which is professional. One of the benefits of becoming an Associate Artist is that they receive two shows a year where they can submit a piece of their choice to hang in the member show. An outside judge selects two top works from each show. The final four receive a four person show in the Witt Gallery the following year. The second Associate Artist member show will be held in October 2010. Adjacent to the North Gallery in our Associate Artist Alcove, the works of Plein Air Artist, Seppo Siimes, will be displayed. Seppo was one of the four featured artists in last year’s Associate Artist Winners show. The Witt Gallery will show works from Cumberland County high schools.
Unfortunately, there will not be a Cumberland County Teen Arts Festival this year; however the RRCA wanted to highlight the remarkable work that occurs in the art classes of our area high schools every day. Finally, the Atrium will be lined with works from the Millville Public Schools as they celebrate Multicultural Awareness. The RRCA would like to thank our very generous sponsor this month, Genesis Healthcare, Millville Center. All of the above shows will be on display through Saturday, May 15, 2010. The opening on April 16, 2010 takes place 6-9pm and is free and open to the public. The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts is a nonprofit community art center located at 22 North High Street in Millville, New Jersey. The RRCA offers monthly exhibitions changes, art instruction to students of all ages year round and countless opportunities for area artists. For more information on the RRCA call 856-327-4500, visit us at www.rrcarts. com or stop by as we are open seven days a week: Sunday through Thursday 11-5pm, Friday 11-8pm and Saturday 11-7pm.
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