Northwest Bergen, NJ January 2019

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JANUARY 2019

Working It Out: Becoming Your Best in 2019

FRESH + LIGHT: THE DELICIOUS SIDE OF EATING WELL

BD’S CHAIRMAN AND CEO VINCENT FORLENZA: LEADING WITH A PURPOSE

LIFESTYLE LETTER

JANUARY 2019 PUBLISHER

Marc Schwartz | marc.schwartz@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Lucy Probert | lucy.probert@lifestylepubs.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

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Bring on the New Year!

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Dani Spies

JANUARY MARKS THE BEGINNING OF A NEW CALENDAR YEAR, AS WELL AS THE OPPORTUNITY TO SET PERSONAL GOALS. Perhaps your resolutions include to exercise more regularly, take up a new hobby or volunteer locally at a nonprofit.

This month, we at Northwest Bergen Lifestyle encourage you to live your best life by taking care of yourself both inside and out. Try our wonderful healthy recipes, review a short but concise financial health checkup, explore the unmatched opportunities of improving your physical health at the Valley Center for Health and Wellness and so much more.

In November 2018, I lost one of my closest and dearest friends, Dr. Thomas D'Alessandro, to pancreatic cancer; I dedicate this issue in his memory. With that loss comes the realization that life is short, and I must take full advantage of all that it has to offer. My personal goal in 2019 is to spend more quality time

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Whatever it may be, we hope the people, places, recipes and tips in this issue will

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inspire you to focus on wellness in the new year. Keep our community healthy by

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supporting our local businesses and professionals.

Thanks for reading, and I wish you and your family good health in 2019!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2019

FEATURES 14 Ski Buddies Franklin Lakes Teen Teaches Skiing to Help Kids Heal

18 Working It Out Becoming Your Best in 2019

22 Fresh + Light: The Delicious Side of Eating Well

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28 Vincent Forlenza Leading with a Purpose

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Financial Buzz

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Giving Back

28 Local Limelight 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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Quest Autism Event Held at The Rockleigh The Quest Autism Program, a community-based day program for adults with autism, recently held its annual Harvest Ball at The Rockleigh Country Club in Rockleigh, New Jersey. Quest participants, staff, families, friends and sponsors gathered for a festive eve-

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ning which included cocktails, dinner and a silent auction.

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1. Quest board members Orlando Rodriguez, Lynne Freeman, Dorothy Blakeslee, Jennifer Hoppe and Steven Scollante | 2. Quest participants gather to enjoy the big night. | 3. Vincent Forlenza, Quest Autism Foundation trustee, addresses the attendees. | 4. Quest staff members celebrate the party. | 5.

Vince Forlenza, Robert and Audrey Luckow, Stefanie and Adam Hawkinson | 6. The Blakeslee and Krieger families

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Fall Pet Festival at Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge in Oakland held Pit Bulls & Pumpkins, their annual fall festival at the end of October which gathered more than 150 people, including families with adopted pets and pets available for adoption. Activities included pumpkin painting and crafts for kids, family photos and live music.

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1. The Callandrillos celebrate Halloween with Klara. | 2. Kitty enjoys the festivities, excited and ready to be adopted | 3. Brandon Goldstein and his pal, Riley | 4. The Vonila family with their pooch, Faye | 5. Betsy poses for a picture during a break from the festivities. | 6. Phyllis, dressed up as The Wizard of Oz’s Dorothy, was ready to be adopted.

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BERGEN COUNTY BUSINESS NETWORKING & NONPROFIT EXPO AT YMCA Vision Gives, a philanthropic program of Vision Retirement in Ridgewood, recently hosted its inaugural Bergen County Business Networking and

LORRIMER SANCTUARY CLEAN-UP DAY

Nonprofit Expo at the Ridgewood YMCA. The event

New Jersey Audubon’s Lorrimer Sanctuary in

featured more than 30 local nonprofits (Ridgewood

Franklin Lakes was the site for Samsung’s 8th Day

Senior Citizens Housing volunteers in photo,

of Service this fall where more than 20 employees

above), followed by a presentation by Bergen

from Samsung Electronics America’s New Jersey

County Executive James Tedesco. Partnering

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with the Inter-Chamber Consortium, an alliance

tons of trail stone, driveway stone and wood chips

of Chambers of Commerce serving Bergen and

making areas of the sanctuary safer for kids and

Passaic Counties, they are working to help busi-

adults. New Jersey Audubon fosters environmental

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nonprofits opportunities to generate awareness of

and plants and promotes preservation of our valu-

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8TH ANNUAL KELLY CREEGAN COAT DRIVE The 8th Annual Kelly Creegan Coat Drive was held at Graydon parking lot in Ridgewood Thanksgiving weekend. More than 1,400 coats were collected and then distributed to three local organizations: Straight and Narrow in Paterson; the Ironbound Community Corporation and Wynona’s House Child Advocacy Center, both in Newark.

Founded in 2012, the Kelly Creegan Memorial Fund was created in Kelly’s memory by family and friends to share her life and spirit. Their goal is to honor her by scattering kindness throughout the community.

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

Financial Fitness FOUR WAYS TO KEEP YOUR MONEY IN SHAPE

WEALTH MANAGER DEBRA TAYLOR, CPA/PFS,

ARTICLE LUCY PROBERT

JD, OF TAYLOR FINANCIAL GROUP IN FRANKLIN LAKES, SHARES HER TOP FOUR TIPS FOR PLANNING A FINANCIALLY PRUDENT 2019.

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mum amount allowed to their employment

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CONTRIBUTE MORE TO RETIREMENT PLANS: “As they enter into their 40s, people should be contributing the maxi-

OPEN A HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA): A healthy couple at age 65 will be spending upwards of $280,000 on health care during retirement, which makes having

retirement plans,” Debra says. The IRS

a Health Savings Account essential. This plan will allow

has recently increased the maximum amount to

you to get a tax deduction for the money you put in, it

$19,000 with a $6,000 "catch-up" contribution for

will grow tax deferred and when taken out to pay for

those 50 or older.

health care it is tax-free. “These medical expenses are

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ROTH IRA PLAN: A Roth IRA is a special retirement account funded with post-tax income where future withdrawals are taxfree. “Living in a high taxed state like New Jersey makes this especially appealing,”

a ticking time bomb,” Debra says. “This is a relatively new plan, and people are starting to take advantage of it.”

REVIEW MONTHLY BUDGETS: The start of the year is always a

Debra says. “Your IRA grows tax-free, and your qual-

good time to sit down and review

ified tax distribution in retirement is also tax-free.”

previous expenses and plan for

Contribute the maximum amount possible to build

the coming year. “Put together a

this nest egg, she advises.

plan for what cash flow is going into your basic needs, retirement plans, investments and a Health Savings Account,” Debra says.

“You’re tying it all together and making the commitment early so that you’re not waiting until the end of the year when it’s too late.”

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GIVING BACK

Ski Buddies FRANKLIN LAKES TEEN TEACHES SKIING TO HELP KIDS HEAL

THE END OF THE SKI SEASON A FEW YEARS AGO. Missing his grandparents who had both passed away a few months prior, Cory, then 15, started to think about blending his love of skiing with their lifelong dedication to helping others and the solution was simple: Teach kids going through difficult times how to ski.

“Learning to ski is a challenge,” says Franklin Lakes native Cory, now 17. “It’s daunting. You have to focus 100 percent on your skis and the trail in front of you, but when you finally make it down the hill it’s an amazing feeling of accomplishment. I wanted to give other kids that experience of joy I feel when I ski.”

From the seed planted that day came Ski4All, a nonprofit organization that provides free ski days to kids who otherwise couldn’t afford it, providing them with equipment, lessons and an unforgettable experience. But at the onset, when Cory’s organization needed funds, it wasn’t an easy sell to potential donors.

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ARTICLE LUCY PROBERT | PHOTOGRAPHY JEAN TERMAN

THE IDEA CAME TO CORY GORCZYCKI ON A CHAIRLIFT NEAR

Cory Gorczycki, founder of Ski4All, age 17

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GIVING BACK

(CON TI N U ED)

“Skiing has this reputation as a sport for wealthy people because of the cost of equipment, clothing and lessons, but I wanted to show them that it’s actually a healthy outdoor activity that boosts self-esteem and confidence. Learning to ski teaches kids that when you fall down, you get back up again and keep going.”

During Ski4All’s first winter of 2016-2017, Cory organized ski days to Campgaw Mountain in Mahwah for kids in foster care from Children’s Aid and Family Services and according to Cory, at first, it was intimidating for them.

“They put on all of their equipment, went to the bottom of the mountain, looked up and you could see they were a little scared,” he says.

But after spending time on the beginners’ hill, learning how to control their skis, turn and stop, their moods changed quickly.

“As they were learning the process, the smiles on their faces began to grow, and they were really enjoying themselves,” he says. “Most of them didn’t want to leave when it was time to go.”

The program was a success, and that year, Children’s Aid gave Cory their Youth Leadership Award for his efforts.

“We are grateful to Cory for sharing his passion for skiing with the teenagers in our foster care, most of whom have never experienced the joy of skiing before,” says Sara Huisking, vice president of development. “Learning new skills helps build confidence, and skiing is a wonderful outlet for their energy.”

A senior at Hackley School in Tarrytown, Cory has reached out to his fellow students for donations and is amazed by the support.

“The skiers need jackets and outdoor gear, so I started a clothing drive and got a remarkable response from the middle and upper school families,” he says. “I also gave a talk to the students about pursuing an idea when it comes to you and the importance of going after what you dream.”

Since then, friends have reached out to help.

“One friend in particular, came out for a few days to help teach and ski with the kids. They seem to really relate to us because we’re closer in age to them.”

Last winter, Cory organized nine ski days benefiting more than 100 children from New Jersey, New York and Massachusetts, including kids from a residential treatment center, foster care, 16

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Cory helps a new skier down the slopes. (Skiing photos courtesy of Cory Gorczycki)

first-generation American children and boys and girls clubs. He has taken them to such area mountains as Campgaw, Catamount, Mountain Creek and Mount Peter. Cory negotiates with the ski areas for reduced rates for lift tickets, equipment rentals and lessons and has raised more than $9,000.

“I have received a lot of support from local businesses and organizations like the Oakland/ Franklin Lakes Rotary Club, TD Bank and the New Jersey Ski & Snowboard Council, to name a few,” he says.

They have also skied at National Winter Activity Center in Vernon, New Jersey, which has programs for youths to help improve their health and fitness through winter sports activities.

Young skiers awaiting their turn

“They offer three-week programs on consecutive weekends,” Cory says. “This is great

Cory giving ski tips to a young skier

because the kids get to come back and build on their skiing skills over those three weeks. Many of them graduate from the beginner hill to skiing the slopes off of the chairlift,” he says.

Cory has earned the Congressional Award Silver Medal, the President’s Gold Medal for Volunteer Service and the New Jersey State Governor’s Jefferson Award for Public Service.

While the accolades are nice, Cory sees their value in a different way.

“It really just validates Ski4All and makes it easier for me to approach even more mountains and donors to pitch the program. It helps me build it to become something bigger and add more kids.”

And the benefits can be seen every time one of the kids puts on a pair of skis for the first time.

“I can’t even begin to imagine the difficult circumstances these kids are coming from, but to see them step out of that for a little while and learn something new and challenging, it’s really inspiring,” Cory says. “It’s great to see how happy they are when they’re out there; that’s what keeps me coming back.

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BECOMING YOUR BEST IN 2019

Working It Out "NEW YEAR, NEW YOU" SOUNDS SO

weights. All members receive a comprehensive

EASY: JUST JOIN A GYM AND GET FIT,

physical fitness assessment with an exercise

RIGHT? Not so fast. For many, walking into

specialist who then sets up an exercise pre-

a health club for the first time or trying to get

scription plan which would include specifics

back on track after surgery, an illness or taking

such as optimum heart rate during workouts,

a few years off can be intimidating, which is

the best routine to meet fitness goals and even

why picking the right place that feels both

such details as to how high the seat should be

personalized and welcoming becomes essen-

on a machine to avoid strain.

tial. Valley Health LifeStyles, part of the Valley

“We make sure that exercise plans are

Center for Health and Wellness in Mahwah,

tailored to our clients down to the smallest

checks off many boxes for those who want to

detail,” Robert says.

get in shape, maintain a healthy lifestyle and work to strengthen both body and mind.

And as the seasons change, so can the exercise regimen.

“We call it the ‘Medical Fitness Difference,’”

“While I may want one routine to help me

says Executive Director Robert Angner. “All of

prepare for the ski season, when spring is

our programs are personalized and overseen

around the corner, they’ll reassess me and

and monitored by our medical director and

switch it up to get prepared for golf,” he says.

medical advisory panel. We use exercise as

The average member is in his or her mid-

medicine to prevent chronic disease and to

40s, half have a chronic disease (diabetes,

treat illnesses. And with a fitness center and

heart disease, emphysema, for example) and

staff that’s second to none, we are truly a health

half are brand-new to a gym.

and fitness center here to serve all,” he says.

“We really are the perfect choice for both types of members as well as seasoned gym

THE FACILITY

goers,” Robert says. “With our staff certified

Opened a year ago, the Valley Center for

with a minimum of a bachelor's degree and

Health and Wellness is a 75,000-square-foot

some with master's degrees in exercise sci-

facility with the two-story LifeStyles fitness

ence or physiology, we are here to help both

center taking up half the space. Included in

beginners and fitness enthusiasts alike.”

the center are two rooms for classes such as

And as statistics show that only 15 per-

Boot Camp, Yoga, Spin and Zumba; four pools

cent of the population currently belongs to

including a warm-water therapy pool, a six-lane

a health club, where does LifeStyles fit in?

lap pool, a group exercise pool and a whirlpool.

“We like to say we serve the other 85

A rock-climbing wall and top-notch exercise

percent,” Robert says. “We take the time to

equipment are all on the main fitness floor, with

get to know each client and make sure they

an adjacent three-hoop basketball court. The

are comfortable with their exercise program.

second floor includes a running track and free

That’s what sets us apart.”

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Executive Director Robert Angner on the LifeStyles fitness floor

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WORKING IT OUT (CON TI N U ED) And for those who have recently had surgery and are in need of physical therapy, they can seamlessly go from receiving therapy sessions on tables adjoining the fitness floor to working on the machines when they are cleared and ready.

“The continuum of care means we make sure you’re familiar with both the equipment and more importantly our staff who are trained to help in the transition,” Robert says. “And because we’re part of the Valley Health System, we have hospital levels of cleanliness and maintenance."

Fitness walkers on the running/ walking track

HEALTH CARE HUB Along with the fitness facility, the Valley Center for Health and Wellness is a large-scale health care hub, which includes a pharmacy, a walk-in health clinic, physical therapy services and an imaging center.

“If you come in with say, an ear infection, you can go to the walk-in clinic, get diagnosed then head to the pharmacy on site to get your prescription filled,” Robert says.

An injury can also be assessed at the imaging center upstairs with an X-ray or scan. Wellness education is an important part of their program, and LifeStyles frequently offers free seminars, including flu clinics, blood pressure and cardiac screenings and classes on health issues such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

The KidStyles youth fitness program is available for children ages 5 to 12 as part of the family membership plan and includes such supervised activities as circuit training, rock wall climbing, group games and free play. Childcare for younger kids is provided

The LifeStyles aquatic center

for a nominal fee for members as well as those using the rest of the facilities. For additional convenience, especially welcome during winter months or rainy

A member shooting hoops on the basketball court

days, underground parking is available.

What differentiates LifeStyles from other fitness facilities isn’t just the equipment or programs offered, though they are excellent, Robert says.

“We like to say it’s not just the hardware, it’s the software; it’s our staff who provides amazing individualized attention,” he says.

And the response has been amazing.

“A client came up to me recently and said coming to LifeStyles has really made a positive difference in her life,” he recounts. “She said, ‘I’m here every day because of the way I feel when I'm here. Everybody makes me feel so welcome. I never dreamed I would feel this good.’ I know we’re changing lives for the better, we care about our clients’ overall wellness and that benefits everybody.”

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Spinning is among many classes offered at LifeStyles.

Flexibility at A n y A g e Maintaining flexibility is essential to exercising to the best of your potential and to avoid injury, says Lara Vajas, manager of Medical Fitness at Valley Health LifeStyles. Flexibility can deteriorate quickly as we age, especially combined with a sedentary lifestyle. A lack of flexibility makes normal daily activities more difficult, leading to reduced mobility over time.

Here are some tips from Lara on stretching effectively and for good health. ++ Focused stretching exercises should be done two to three times a week to improve flexibility but is proven most effective when done daily or after each training session ++ Stretching should involve all major muscle groups such as chest, back, and the anterior and posterior muscles of the lower body. ++ Each stretch should be performed two to four times and held for 30 to 60 seconds to slight discomfort but not pain.

Stretches should be static or held in place, and bouncing-type movements should be avoided. ++ Stretching exercises are most effective when the muscles are warm; thus it is recommended to stretch after an exercise session. ++ In addition, activities such as yoga and Tai chi can help improve and/or maintain flexibility.

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Fresh + Light: THE DELICIOUS SIDE OF EATING WELL

ARTICLE LUCY PROBERT | PHOTOGRAPHY JEAN TERMAN

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White Maple Café

HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS—IT’S NOT ALWAYS EASY TO

cuisine and has always been dedicated to serving sustainable

ACHIEVE BOTH IN ONE MEAL, BUT WHEN IT’S DONE

ingredients that are locally sourced when possible, says owner

RIGHT IT BENEFITS BOTH BODY AND PALATE. With a wealth

Ryan Brining.

of healthy options available, eating healthy doesn’t mean sac-

“Our Chef Gabriel does a phenomenal job of making all of our

rificing on taste anymore, and introducing the best nutrients

menu items full of taste with both vegetarian and numerous other

into your diet will bring huge and important payoffs. It’s really

healthy options.”

pretty simple, and we hear it every day: Good nutrition is a

How about homemade maple granola with Greek yogurt and

vital part of staying healthy and when combined with physical

local honey? Or a house-made veggie burger? Chef Gabriel pre-

activity, reaching a healthy weight can reduce risks of chronic

pared two dishes bursting with flavor and healthy ingredients like

health issues like heart disease and cancer as well as help pro-

kale (fiber, vitamins), beans (protein, antioxidants) and fresh vege-

mote overall good health. Who can argue against taking those

tables (you name it), and salmon is a no-brainer for heart-healthy

few extra steps to choose healthy if it means feeling better and

omega-3 fatty acids. Highlighting the tastes of good food is a spe-

maybe even living longer?

cialty at the White Maple Café, and the proof is in the dish.

We asked White Maple Café’s chef Gabriel Luengas to prepare a couple of heart-healthy meals and pack them with flavor. White

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Maple, in downtown Ridgewood, serves contemporary bistro

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FRESH + LIGHT (CON TI N U ED) Harvest Salad

Goal: Getting your

vitamins and nutrients

Harvest Salad with Chili-Maple Vinaigrette INGREDIENTS

++ 1 cup roasted seasonal vegetables (recipe below) ++ 2 tablespoon cooked beans (scarlet runner, pinto, kidney and black-eyed peas; recipe below) ++ 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (follow product directions) ++ 1 tablespoon toasted pumpkin seeds ++ 2 tablespoons Chili-Maple Vinaigrette (recipe below) ++ 1/2 bunch lettuce ++ 1/2 bunch Tuscan kale, midribs removed ++ Roasted seasonal vegetables (e.g.,

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DIRECTIONS 1. Chop broccoli and cauliflower into small florets, halve Brussels sprouts and dice red peppers into large sizes.

2. Separately toss all vegetables in olive oil, salt and pepper and spread evenly on three sheet pans (broccoli and cauliflower together, red peppers and Brussels sprouts alone) 3. Roast at 500 F (broccoli and cauliflower for 15 minutes, Brussels sprouts

Beans

DIRECTIONS 1. Soak 1 pound dried beans (scarlet runner, pinto, kidney and black-eyed peas) overnight.

2. Simmer beans for 1 hour with 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, 2 sprigs rosemary

for 10 minutes, red peppers for 7 min-

and 1 bay leaf.

utes) then let cool.

3. Let cool in cooking liquid, then remove bay leaf and rosemary.

DIRECTIONS 1. Chop lettuce and kale and place in large bowl.

broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels

2. Add all remaining ingredients and

sprouts, red peppers

toss until combined.

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Wild Alaskan Salmon

Goal: Keeping your

heart healthy

Panko-Crusted Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon

Chili-Maple Vinaigrette INGREDIENTS

++ 1/2 cup maple syrup ++ 1/2 cup cider vinegar ++ 2/3 cup olive oil + + 2 tablespoons Sambal Oelek Chili Paste ++ 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard ++ 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic

DIRECTIONS 1. Whisk all ingredients until combined.

5. Press the panko thickly on top of the mustard on each salmon fillet. The mustard will help the panko adhere.

6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet

INGREDIENTS

over medium-high heat. Once pan is

++ 1/2 pound fingerling potatoes

hot, add fillets, skin side down, and sear

++ 3 tablespoons olive oil

for 4-5 minutes.

++ 2 6-8-ounce Alaskan Sockeye

7. While salmon is cooking, heat 1 table-

salmon fillets, skin on

spoon olive oil in a skillet over medium

++ 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard

heat. Season asparagus with salt and

++ 1/2 cup panko

pepper and add to pan when hot, cook-

++ 1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed

ing for 5-6 minutes or until tender.

++ 2 tablespoons heavy cream

8. Turn salmon fillets and cook about

++ Salt and pepper to taste

3 minutes more, until still slightly pink in the center, then plate the

DIRECTIONS

salmon, asparagus and potatoes.

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.

9. Add remaining 2 tablespoons Dijon

2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over

mustard to a small pan with the heavy

potatoes, season with 1 teaspoon salt

cream over medium-high heat. Stir and

and 1 teaspoon pepper, and coat evenly.

cook for 3 minutes until thick and com-

3. Roast potatoes for 20 minutes until

bined, then drizzle over salmon fillets.

slightly crispy on the outside.

4. While potatoes are cooking, place salmon fillets, skin side down, on a board and brush the tops with 1 teaspoon each of Dijon mustard.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

Vincent Fo r l e n z a LEADING WITH A PURPOSE ARTICLE LUCY PROBERT PHOTOGRAPHY JEAN TERMAN

SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN 1897, BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY, A LEADER IN GLOBAL MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, HAS MADE GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY A MAJOR PART OF ITS MISSION. Vincent Forlenza, who joined BD in 1980 and is now its Chairman and CEO, has become an integral part of this undertaking through worldwide projects such as vaccination programs and employee volunteer trips delivering healthcare to underdeveloped areas. But one of the programs he is most proud of is local and hits close to home: Giving young adults with autism job opportunities at BD through the Quest Autism Program.

Quest, based in Midland Park, is a nonprofit community-based program for adults with autism where the goal for each participant is to gain meaningful employment through the help and support of a job coach. Vincent’s daughter Corie entered the program about six years ago, but his involvement began years before during its early stages. Now, more than 10 years later, BD employs 16 Quest participants, and it’s been a wonderful experience for all involved, he says.

We spoke with Vincent recently about why promoting a purpose-driven company benefits all and how organizing at the grassroots level can often be the most effective way to change lives for the better.

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Becton, Dickinson Chairman and CEO Vincent Forlenza

Maddy Blakeslee and Corie Forlenza with their job coach Daniela

BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY HAS A RICH HISTORY OF GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY. HOW IMPORTANT IS THAT TO THE COMPANY AS A WHOLE AND TO YOU PERSONALLY? Throughout my career here since I joined 38 years ago, what I’ve really come to appreciate, especially in my role now, is the importance of being a purpose-driven company. People want meaning in all aspects of their lives, and it’s not just about what the stock price is or making money but about focusing on advancing the world of health by developing innovative new products and being aligned with a purpose. People here perform at a very different level when they are involved and engaged in helping others. I support it 100 percent, and it seems to be working very well.

HOW DID YOU FIRST BECOME INVOLVED WITH QUEST? My wife and I became aware of Quest early on around 2003 when our neighbors in Franklin Lakes told us about an organization just getting off the ground for young adults with autism. Our daughter Corie, who was 13 at the time, has autism and was still in school of course, but the state only supports special needs children until the age of 21, so we knew that this would be important for her future as well as others. About 10 years ago, Quest started a partnership here at BD offering vocational opportunities to the participants, and my daughter joined them about six years ago.

Currently, the Quest participants are employed part-time in the BD Campus Café, the mailroom and in other parts of the company.

Participants Linda Videtti and Jaimie Hoppe at work at the BD Cafe

HOW HAS THIS PROGRAM BEEN RECEIVED? It has been great for us. I had a parent of one of the participants tell me her son was so happy and proud to

Job coach Rhonell with Quest participants Chris Hayer and Jimmy Freeman

be working; it’s just changed the whole dynamic for their family. Programs like these really help our company’s goal to be mission-driven as well. I received a wonderful note from an employee recently that said, “It’s one thing to make a donation, it’s another to be involved.” And although I would say the majority of the people here don’t even realize the Quest participants are working at BD because they’re just doing their jobs well and effectively, in the end, it benefits everyone.

WHY IS GRASSROOTS-LEVEL WORK SO EFFECTIVE IN ADVOCATING FOR CONDITIONS SUCH AS AUTISM? Autism is very local in how it gets dealt with, and it’s where the greatest work gets done. There is Autism Speaks, which is focused on the research side, and they do a very good job. But the therapy side is very hard to CONTINUED >

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

(CON TI N U ED)

Clinical Director of Quest Autism Programs Carrie Hennessy and participant Corie Forlenza

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scale, which is why you find it is usually groups of parents who get together and, say, start a school or a program like Quest, which continues the services that the public school system provides. There really is no national playbook that tells you how to do it, so it’s the small, local organizations

“There really is no

started by parents and local

national playbook

and get the real work done.

that tells you how to do it, so it’s the small, local organizations started by parents and local advocates who see the need and get the real work done.”

advocates who see the need

WHAT DO YOU SEE IN THE FUTURE FOR QUEST? I walked by the cafeteria the other day and several of the Quest employees were there all together celebrating someone’s birthday and it just brings home our purpose-driven mission to find meaning in what you’re doing. We are so fortunate to be located in an area where we can find individuals who help support Quest financially and that’s been great.

Step by step we’re hoping to evolve and grow the program so that we can get up to 25 participants, which may involve adding to the current model and moving in many different directions.

Chris Hayer with his job coach Rhonell working at BD

BD HAS RECENTLY LAUNCHED A NEW COMPANY-WIDE

INITIATIVE

CALLED

‘LIMITLESS’, TELL US ABOUT IT As the Quest program has become so successful for us here we’ve been talking to our associates around the globe and especially in the United States asking if we should take what we’ve done for Quest to a broader sense of disabilities and make this even a better place to work. In other words, how do we begin to help people at BD who have family members with disabilities further enrich their lives? So we’re starting a new Associate Resource Group – Limitless, which will create a supportive environment for associates with a special needs family member, continuing our commitment to create a more inclusive and diverse culture and work environment. It’s all about being in a place where we feel like we’re making a difference in many different ways.

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JANUARY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

5

a four-day event leading into the Martin

Hall of Fame in 2016 and has also authored

Luther King Jr. holiday weekend that

Quiet Strength and Uncommon: Finding

ORGANIZING HUMORIST TO SPEAK ON DE-CLUTTERING

showcases opening and closing num-

Your Path to Significance. Book-ends.com

bers featuring all of the New Player performers. Included are student-directed

Mahwah Public Library

musical vignettes and senior solo perfor-

The best-selling author of Keep This

mances (vocal, dance and monologue).

Toss That and organizing humorist Jamie

RHSNewPlayers.com

Novak presents "New Year No Clutter" for those who have trouble letting go. She will give tips on how to have a clutter-free year. Novak has appeared on QVC and HGTV. No registration is necessary; seats are available on a first come basis.

MahwahLibrary.org

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JERSEY SWAMP CATS AT THE GLEN ROCK INN Glen Rock Inn

The Jersey Swamp Cats bring their

MLK FILM KING IN THE WILDERNESS PLAYS AT REEL VOICES

piano- and guitar-driven music to the Glen Rock Inn featuring their signature blues, New Orleans and rock 'n' roll

Ridgewood Public Library

sound. Come hear their renditions of

Prior to Martin Luther King Jr. Day,

classics by the likes of Fats Domino,

JAN 6 - MAR 24

the Reel Voices Film Festival at the

T-Bone Walker, Jerry Lee Lewis and Big

Ridgewood Public Library will present

Joe Turner. GlenRockInn.com

RAMSEY FARMER'S MARKET MOVES INDOORS

which chronicles the final chapters of

King in the Wilderness, a documentary Dr. King's life. Included in the film are

Eric Smith Middle School, Ramsey

conversations with those who knew

When the weather gets cold, Ramsey's

him well as well as archival footage and

wildly

behind-the-scenes video of his private

popular

outdoor

Farmer’s

Market moves indoors bringing with

moments. RidgewoodLibrary.org

them the best variety of vendors from all over the area. Eat healthy and well year-round with their offerings which include organic fruits and vegetables, stuffed breads, honey, artisan chocolate, gluten-free bakery items

26 MCLEAN AVENUE BAND TO PERFORM AT SHARP THEATER Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for Performing Arts, Mahwah

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Irish performer Padraig Allen's McLean

PET SUPPLIES PLUS ADOPTION DAY

their native land. Their interactive show

Avenue Band will perform an array of

Pet Supplies Plus, Oakland

music, song and dance selections from From Galway to Graceland includes

and even homemade doggie treats.

Meet and fall in love with a new furry

traditional Irish favorites, magic foot-

RamseyFarmersMarket.org

friend

Rescue's

work, a raucous fiddle and critically

Adoption Day at Pet Supplies Plus in

acclaimed rock and bluegrass originals.

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the Coppertree Shopping Center in

Ramapo.edu/berriecenter

WINTER STUDENT ART SHOW AT ONE RIVER SCHOOL IN ALLENDALE

as well as Veterinary Clinics which

One River School of Art and Design, Allendale

at

NorthStar

Pet

Oakland. Check the store's website for more upcoming adoption events offer low-cost preventative veterinary care options. PetSuppliesPlus.com

Visit an exhibition of student artwork from pre-K through teens on view through Jan. 19.

Reception is Saturday, Jan. 12 from 5-7 p.m.

Allendale.OneRiverSchool.com

17-20

22 TONY DUNGY TO APPEAR AT BOOKENDS

27 BRADLEY FIELDS, A FAMILY SHOW: CABARET OF MUSIC Sharp Theater, Berrie Center for Performing Arts, Mahwah

Bradley Fields, master magician who has amazed audiences from Broadway

Bookends, Ridgewood

to London's West End, will perform an

Just in time for the big game, Bookends

interactive afternoon of magic with his

hosts Super Bowl-winning coach and

sleight of hand and trademark comedy.

best-selling author Tony Dungy sign-

Drawing inspiration from vaudeville roots,

Ridgewood High School

ing his new book, The Soul of a Team: A

watch him recreate the 'Barker' character

A highlight of their season, the Ridgewood

Modern-Day Fable for Winning Teamwork.

he originated in the Broadway musical

High School New Players in Concert is

Dungy was inducted into the Pro Football

Barnum! Ramapo.edu/berriecenter

RHS NEW PLAYERS IN CONCERT

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PARTING THOUGHTS

A H e a lt h y C o o k ’ s E s s e n t i a l s MAKE EATING WELL SIMPLE WITH THESE KITCHEN TOOLS Da ni

Sp ie s

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1

Pyrex 3-Cup Meal Prep Containers Preparing head-start ingredients beforehand is the secret to making healthy eating easy! These stackable meal prep containers are perfect for keeping soups, salads, fruits, chopped veggies or anything on hand ready to go for a busy week

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ahead. Available at Kohl’s, Ramsey

2

The Joy of Cooking There’s nothing like a home-cooked meal to put you on the path to healthful eating.

This cookbook covers all of the classics and is a great choice for both beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Available at Bookends in Ridgewood

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3

4

Raw Spice Adding spices to your food is one of the simplest ways to infuse flavor without adding additional fat, salt or sugar. Whole Foods and Caspian Market, both in Ridgewood, each have a great variety of spices.

4

Olive Wood Spoons I find myself reaching for these ecofriendly, beautiful and functional spoons several times a day. They are gentle on my non-stick pans and comfortable to hold, stir and cook with. Available at Olive R Twist Olive Oil Co., Ridgewood

5

5

7-Inch Santoku Knife Finding ways to fall in love with cooking makes your healthy eating journey that much easier. A good quality knife will not only save time in the kitchen but also make your cooking experience more enjoyable. This knife has been a favorite for years. Wusthof Classic Hollow Edge, Bed Bath & Beyond, Ramsey Dani Spies, a health, wellness and weight loss

ARTICLE DANI SPIES

coach and host of the online cooking show Clean & Delicious, lives in Glen Rock.

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The Most Extraordinary & Luxurious Kitchens!

Photograph:

Peter Rymwid

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