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MAY 2019
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WOMEN WHO INSPIRE US
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Women & Spring
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Kathryn Lancioni, Kris Pepper, Miri Upton
“DON’T LOOK AT YOUR FEET TO SEE IF YOU ARE DOING IT RIGHT, JUST DANCE.” -Anne Lamott When we think about the women who have made the most impact in our lives, aren’t they always the ones who help us rise up? The ones who stuck around, even if only for a little while and made our lives better by just being in them. May is the month we all typically celebrate spring and our mothers, and in this issue of Northwest Bergen Lifestyle, we include women in our area who are working to make their worlds a better place. From reminding us how empowering it can be to feel safe and strong through learning how to defend ourselves, to profiles of three amazing women in our community making a difference, our Women’s Issue serves to recognize the powerful role women have in Northwest Bergen. (Men, you’re up next month.) And for those times you find yourself in front of a group or meeting new people, an
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So, to the women of Northwest Bergen: may you find a quiet moment (or two) to enjoy this issue we’ve dedicated to you. See you around!
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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2019
FEATURES 12 Are You Ready? How Learning a Few Simple Moves Can Save Your Life
18 Women Who Inspire Us Three Area Women Talk About Their Passions, Obstacles and Life Lessons
22 Embrace You! Mind, Body and Spirit
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26 Cindy Myer Moving Forward and Giving Back
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Good Times
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Healthy Lifestyle
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22 Locally Owned 26 Local Limelight 28 Local’s Choice 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Financial Buzz
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AROUND TOWN Glen Rock, Ridgewood, Ho-Ho-Kus, Waldwick, Allendale, Ramsey and Mahwah. On May 10 at 2 p.m., "walk" the 15-mile length of the former trolley line with historian Phil Jaeger as he describes the company’s operation and takes you on a ride covering the route as it appeared a century ago compared with the route today. Presented at Ridgewood Library's Belcher Auditorium. No registration required. RidgewoodLibrary.org
ROLL CALL FOR VETERANS BREAKFAST The Wyckoff YMCA’s Eighth Annual Roll Call for Veterans Breakfast, held on May 6, celebrates the service of more than 500 vets from the area who attend.
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YMCA ensures that all veterans in the northern New Jersey area are acknowledged and thanked for the
A new salon specializing in blow outs opened
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THE GOOD NEWS IS THAT WOMEN ARE FEELING EMPOWERED, STRONGER AND MORE CONFIDENT. They are standing up for themselves in business and in their personal lives. We’ve learned how to take control and clear away obstacles in front of us. But the reality in one piece of life is stark: We are vulnerable to physical attack, to being overpowered and possibly victims of crime. We strengthen our bodies with boot camp classes and workouts, but learning self-defense should be part of that routine. It could be life-saving—and empowering as well. According to Phil Ross, author of Survival Strong and owner of American Eagle MMA & Kettlebells in Ho-Ho-Kus which offers self-defense classes, while women are vulnerable there are many ways to avoid an attack and learn to fight back. “Unfortunately, many women don’t see the need to learn how to defend themselves, and that could be a terrible mistake,” he says. Learning what he calls the three A’s—Awareness, Avoidance and Action—is crucial. “The goal, by being aware and practicing avoidance, is to prevent anything from happening in the first place, but if it does, preparation and practicing techniques to fight back can be empowering,” he says. 12
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Know your target zones, Phil says. When you have to hit, remember that everyone has throats, eyes, knees, groins and shins and you know where they are. Go for those with unrelenting force. And every woman should have pepper spray, he says, “but not at the bottom of your purse where it is 1,000 percent useless. It should be in your hand, at the ready when you need it.”
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“We’ve all heard of the fight or flight response, but what is more likely to happen when you’re being attacked is you’ll freeze,” says Phil Ross, self-defense instructor and author of Survival Strong. “Which is why it’s vital to be prepared and to practice defensive moves.” Your mindset is extremely important, he says. “You may know all of the techniques in the world, but can you do what is necessary when the time comes?”
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MAYBE YOU’RE NOT EXACTLY SHY, BUT SPEAKING UP AT WORK, RAISING YOUR HAND AT YOUR GRADE SCHOOL KIDS’ HSA MEETING OR EVEN GOING INTO A COCKTAIL PARTY WITH NEW PEOPLE CAN BE INTIMIDATING. We all know that first impressions matter, and the bad news is, according to one statistic, it only takes seven seconds to make a first impression. Seven seconds. For most of us, it takes longer than that just to introduce ourselves. The reality is that while you are talking, people are paying attention and already forming an opinion of you. The better news is while first impressions matter, so do second and third and fourth, and the more you prepare and actually put your best foot (or smile) forward, the easier it will become—promise. So take a few deep breaths, be mindful of the moment and step in. Here are some ideas and tips for making a killer impression the first time.
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Smile A smile is so simple to do yet something we often forget, especially if we’re self-conscious or nervous. According to one study, most people think a smile is the most memorable feature after meeting someone, even more so than what they say. By smiling, you’re showing someone you are both happy to meet them
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G o B eyo n d " H i " People love to talk about themselves, so using phrases like “It’s great meeting you. Where are you from?" or "Wonderful to meet you. Isn’t this a great event?" can go a long way toward bridging a simple intro into a full-blown conversation. Use their name immediately upon meeting and then repeat it a few times in conversation; even introducing them to others will help make them feel you are interested. And who knows, a simple "Where did you go to high school?" could lead to a great connection: "My college roommate went there too!"
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M a ke E ye C o n t a c t Behind a handshake and a smile, eye contact is the third, and arguably, the most important part of making a solid impression. Why? Simply put , it shows you truly want to speak with them. Think of how unappealing it is talking to someone when they are constantly looking over your shoulder at what else is going on in the room. When someone looks you in the eye, it shows they’re confident, engaged and interested.
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Wa t c h t h e B o d y Language Did you know that body language accounts for 93 percent of a message? Researchers have found it is not what you say but how you say it that is the key to making a positive impression. This includes everything from posture and vocal tone to hand gestures and the way you are angling your hips. By standing up straight and angling your hips open, you will seem more relaxed and open to conversation.
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D o n ’ t O ve r t h i n k I t Being prepared is important, but too much overthinking can come across as distracting and work against you. Worrying too much about making the right impression can take away from engaging in conversation and letting someone get to know you. The most important thing is to simply be yourself! The more open, friendly and down to earth you can be, the better the impression you will make. And don’t forget to smile!
Kathryn Lancioni is the founder of Presenting Perfection, LLC, a communications consultancy based in Ridgewood.
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Women Who
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“I get a tremendous amount of satisfaction from seeing how resilient people can be.”
Julia Hochstadt PSYCHOTHERAPIST AND LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER IN MIDLAND PARK WHAT ABOUT YOUR LIFE’S WORK SATISFIES YOU THE MOST? Many people, though not all, come to therapy to process painful experiences they’ve had throughout their lives. When I’m working with survivors, we’re often talking about intensely painful experiences and memories that are deeply personal. I get a tremendous amount of satisfaction from seeing how resilient people can be. In particular, seeing someone heal from a traumatic experience is one of, if not the best, parts of what I do. WHAT IS THE BIGGEST OBSTACLE YOU HAVE FACED, AND HOW HAVE YOU OVERCOME IT? In my work, a challenge is always addressing mental health—and specifically, victimization—in ways that offer people the freedom to speak, share their stories and feel heard. So much of how people struggle in terms of their mental health is associated with stigma and shame and often leads people to hold their feelings in. Violence thrives in silence, and I work very hard to offer people a safe space to feel heard, no matter what their struggle is regarding because it can be so tremendously impactful. WHAT IS THE BEST LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED IN LIFE SO FAR? In my line of work, I find it especially important to practice self-care, which is vital for each of us, no matter what we do or how much time we do or don’t have. Taking good care of myself helps me keep my battery charged. I’ve learned how important it is for me to stop and smell the roses, even when I don’t feel like it or don’t feel like I have the time. It helps me prioritize taking care of others in my life who rely on me.
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“My biggest roadblock has always been fear ... at some point, I stopped making fear matter.”
Gabriella Wilday CEO OF NO FUSS LUNCH, RIDGEWOOD HOW DID YOU DISCOVER YOUR PASSION? I’m a mom of three who has always had a passion for food. When I saw an opportunity to improve the quality of what’s served to kids in school cafeterias, it seemed like a dream come true. That was seven years ago, and I’m still passionate about what we do. WHAT IS THE BIGGEST OBSTACLE YOU HAVE FACED, AND HOW HAVE YOU OVERCOME IT? My biggest roadblock has always been fear: fear of failure, fear of other people’s perceptions and fear of the unknown. It’s the thing that wakes you up in the middle of the night and can make you nuts. When I started No Fuss Lunch, I knew nothing about the food business, had plenty of critics and still do! Now when I look around at what we’ve built, all of the jobs that have been created and the profound difference we’re making, fear seems small. At some point, I stopped making fear matter. WHAT IS THE BEST LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED IN LIFE SO FAR? Compassion. I try really hard to have compassion for everyone, every day. I have a quote by George Washington Carver hanging up in our headquarters. “How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving and tolerant of the weak and strong. Because someday in your life you will have been all of these.” It’s a good reminder for all of us.
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WOMEN WHO INSPIRE US
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Dana Anello White FOUNDER AND HEAD COACH OF JERSEY WOMEN STRONG, WALDWICK
“HELPING TO RESHAPE THE LIVES OF OTHER WOMEN HAS CHANGED MY LIFE.”
HOW DID YOU DISCOVER YOUR PASSION? As a lifelong athlete, it was a natural fit for me to find my comfort zone in the health and fitness industry. I’ve done a lot of different things over the years, from working in fitness centers to athletic departments to becoming a licensed physical therapist, but somehow, I’ve always circled back to coaching. It’s something that never felt like work to me. WHAT ABOUT YOUR LIFE’S WORK SATISFIES YOU THE MOST? Helping to reshape the lives of other women has changed my life. It’s incredible to watch how physical transformations spill over into every part of a person’s life and spread like wildfire to others. It’s just infectious. WHAT IS THE BEST LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED IN LIFE SO FAR? One of my college swim coaches, Dorsi Raynolds, used to tell us, “Drive your own bus!” I can still picture her standing on the pool deck pretending she was turning a giant wheel and giving us a honk. It’s such a simple metaphor that took me a long time to really implement in my own life. You’ll have lots of people telling you what you can and can’t do and offer plenty of unsolicited advice along the way, whether it’s about your business or your personal life. Remembering you are the one who is ultimately in the driver’s seat is critical.
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MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT
“ T h e w o r d s w e s a y, o u r b o d i e s h e a r a n d s t o r e a w a y — ‘ I ’m so fat ’ or ‘I can’t believe I ate t h a t . I ’m s o g r o s s ’ — s o w e e n d u p h a v i n g a r e a l l y d i ff i c u l t relationship with these same bodies that we should be appreciating for what they do for u s e v e r y d a y,” - J e n K r a ft
WHEN THEY FIRST MET AT A VOLUNTEER EVENT A FEW YEARS AGO, JEN KRAFT AND MELANIE STRUBLE FELT A CONNECTION RIGHT AWAY. Both worked with people dealing with eating disorders, Jen as a yoga teacher and Melanie as a psychotherapist. They both felt very strongly that how people view their bodies, women especially, has an effect on their minds and spirits. Soon after meeting, they talked about creating a place where integrated body-positive programs and classes could be offered, all under one roof. They opened Body Positive Works in Saddle River several months later, and the response has been amazing, they say.
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Women Connecting Women, a collaborative support group for business women, meets monthly at Body Positive Works.
A yoga class with Jen Kraft
Body Positive Works in Saddle River
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“We want this place to feel a little like home. Where the message is, ‘w e’r e all enough, what we are already is good enough,’ and it s’ catching on.”” -Jen Kraft “We set out to create a community where people
only one of them is the physical practice; there is breath
can just be themselves,” Jen says. “There are enough
work, meditation and self-study and concentration. It’s
outside pressures and idealized versions of what we
so much more than the physical,” she says.
should look like and how we need to act. In here, we
So at Body Positive Works there are no levels of yoga,
want everyone who walks in the door to know one
no beginner or advanced classes; it is accessible to
thing: You are perfect just being you.”
everyone. Melanie, a psychotherapist who works with
And the offerings are unique: Where else can you
people dealing with issues like eating disorders and
take a yoga class, meet with a dietitian or a chiropractor,
substance addiction, is a strong proponent of yoga and
try Reiki, join a drum circle or learn meditation? They
has made it an integral part of her therapy work.
also offer special events with topics such as sound bath
“It enhances everything in therapy if they can learn
sessions, energy healing, group past-life regression
to connect with themselves on a different level through
and discussions like "Finding True Peace (By Forgiving
yoga. So for me, it’s a beautiful marriage.”
Everyone)" with a Buddhist monk. Body Positive is located in a three-story home that is more than 100 years old.
What Melanie and Jen set out to create is an inviting, safe, celebratory and empowering space where what’s offered is a sort of makeover for the mind.
“It had everything we were looking for, all of the space for everything we wanted to offer,” Jen says.
“We really put a magnifying glass on language and how someone talks about themselves,” Jen says. “The
One of the cornerstones of Body Positive Works are
words we say, our hearts hear,” Melanie says. “We want
its yoga classes, but maybe not the kind of yoga many
to get people away from this negative language and go
are used to.
more into the essence of who we are. I want to be around
“There is a misconception in the Western world that
people who are kind and supportive, who will listen.”
yoga is about fancy poses, that it’s all about the physical
And it seems to be working.
part. If you’re not flexible, you can’t practice it,” Jen says. “People are intimidated, but really what is at the core of
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Cindy Myer
MOVING FORWARD AND GIVING BACK
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“Volunteering opened my eyes to the many great nonprofits in our area and was foundational in providing me the building blocks to later run a business, especially learning essential attributes like teamwork and leadership.”
RIDGEWOOD MOVING SERVICES OWNER CINDY
on the business—not only for their employees but to be
MYER HAS A BUSINESS CARD THAT COULD BE CON-
a role model for her girls.
SIDERED UNIQUE IN HER LINE OF WORK: IT FEA-
“I felt a sense of pride and commitment to carry on
TURES A CARTOON CHARACTER OF HER SMILING
Ridgewood Moving for the community we served and the
AND WAVING. Turns out it’s the perfect representation
employees; some who were family and some who felt like
of her positive attitude, openness and unending prom-
family,” Cindy says. “But I also wanted to set an example for
ise to provide the best service to her clients as well as
my daughters by giving them a sense of security that we
create a workplace culture that emphasizes giving back.
were going to be OK. My message to them was that we can
And the road to where she is now as a successful woman
curl up in a ball and feel sorry for ourselves or, as saddened
business owner in a male-dominated field has been both
as we were, we can choose to move forward.”
nontraditional and not always easy.
In the beginning, things were bumpy; having the boss’s
Growing up in Ridgewood, Cindy married fellow
wife run things wasn’t well-received, and add to that the
Ridgewood High School graduate Rob Myer in 1985.
stress of moving to a new warehouse in Mahwah. She
Soon after, he went to work for Ridgewood Moving
eventually received support from an unexpected place:
Services, and Cindy took a more glamorous route, using
her competitors, who had worked with her husband and
her fashion degree to work with retailers like Alexander’s,
respected him. She also was helped by the New Jersey
Saks Fifth Avenue and Popular Club. When Rob and
Warehousemen
Cindy bought Ridgewood Moving in 1987, Cindy contin-
becoming its first woman board president in 2006), and
ued working in the fashion industry until the first of their
now she is proud that Ridgewood Movers is certified as a
two daughters was born in 1988 after which she stepped
Women’s Business Enterprise.
away from her career to stay at home. In her free time, she used her boundless energy to volunteer for community service projects as well as the girls’ schools, the Ridgewood Board of Education, the Girl Scouts and the Ridgewood Woman’s Club.
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Early on, giving back to the community was a cornerstone of Cindy’s life and her business. “A culture of giving within an organization creates an impact and makes a difference,” she says. Cindy and Ridgewood Movers support Move for Success,
“Volunteering opened my eyes to the many great non-
which provides gently used professional clothing for low-
profits in our area and was foundational in providing me the
er-income college students; Move for Hunger, which collects
building blocks to later run a business, especially learning
non-perishable food for distribution to those in need; and
essential attributes like teamwork and leadership,” she says.
Making It Home, where donated home furnishings are given
Her world changed suddenly in 2005 when Rob
to veterans, people with disabilities and homeless families.
passed away unexpectedly at the age of 48, leaving
For Cindy, the pairing is simple and perfect.
Cindy with a family business and two daughters, ages 14
“Nonprofits are a great fit for the moving business,” she
and 16. While processing the shock and grief alongside
says. “We have the labor, vehicles and resources to assist, so
her children, Cindy felt a compelling obligation to carry
really, why wouldn’t we do it?”
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Every Mother’s Dream PHOTOGRAPHY JEAN TERMAN
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with
choices
such
as Light, Year-Round and Winter comfort.
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item four: Treat Mom to some tea with a bee ceramic tea pot by Mary Lake-Thompson, Mango Jam, Ridgewood, by Mary LakeThompson, $29.95
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item f ive: She’ll start her day right with this ‘Wake Up Happy” Mud Pie tea mug, $19.95 at Mango Jam, Ridgewood
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item six: To round out breakfast in bed, it would be well worth the trip to grab a few of Pierre & Michel’s signature croissants or other delicious homemade goods at their French bakery in Ridgewood.
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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
11–12
UNLOCK THE DOOR TO LOCAL HISTORY WITH MUSEUM TOURS
RECYCLE-A-BICYCLE IN RIDGEWOOD
Tour 12 Northwest Bergen County
Ridgewood
museums with one ticket for the
Have a bike to donate or want to
Northwest Bergen History Coalition’s
upgrade your kid’s bike size? At
Ninth Annual History Day. We are rich
the
in history as well as museums, so take
Bicycle, bikes are donated on Friday,
The Bergen Volunteer Center and
the day to visit museums in 10 towns
May 11 from 5 to 7 p.m., then come
MEVO
and learn about the early days of settle-
back Saturday and buy any bike for
Volunteers
ment, railroads, farms and much more.
$10. If you don’t have a bike to donate,
hosts Family Volunteer Day at the
Tickets are $10; kids 16 and under are
they're all $30. All proceeds donated
MEVO Fresh Roots Farm at Campgaw
free. NWBergenHistory.org
to Charities for Children in Paterson.
Mountain County Reservation where
Recycle-Your-Bicycle.Weebly.com
volunteers gather to clear and prepare
MAY
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12 Northwest Bergen County Museums
5 WALDWICK 5K RUN AND 1-MILE FUN WALK Waldwick High School
This 12th annual event starts at
and adults with developmental disabilities. CampAcorn.org
George Washington Middle School,
Fourth
Annual
Recycle-A-
19 FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY AT MEVO FARM
MEVO Fresh Roots Farm, Mahwah
(Mahwah
Environmental
Organization)
annually
the fields for the growing season.
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In total, MEVO has 2 acres of farm-
WHISKERS & TAILS DINNER AND CASINO NIGHT
fee required. MEVO.org
land where fruits and vegetables are
The Estate at Florentine Gardens,
grown every year. Registration and
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Waldwick High School and runs
River Vale
through rolling hills and the park,
Enjoy an evening of great food,
finishing at the track. The 5K run is in
cocktails, music, dancing and gam-
memory of three heroes who lost their
ing tables at this fundraiser for the
lives in service to their country and
Ramapo-Bergen
to the community of Waldwick. The
in Oakland. The festivities will also
On Memorial Day weekend, celebrate
5K race starts at 9 a.m., and the 1-mile
include a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle
Goffle Brook Farm’s grand opening
Fun Walk begins at 9:15 a.m. TheWa
and a Wine Pull. The event will honor
of its new potting shed, kicking off
ldwickChamberOfCommerce.com
Pro Bono Partnership, Fire Company
Thursday and Friday with evening pot-
2 of Paterson and Marci Hopkins of
ting classes. Bring a container, or use
Wake Up with Marci. RBARI.org
one of the farm's. Open seven days
6 LADIES PHOTO FUN NIGHT Wyckoff
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle photographer Jean Terman will host her
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organization which serves children
Animal
Refuge
GOFFLE BROOK FARMS SPRING WEEKEND Ridgewood
a week, Goffle Brook Farms offers
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a large selection of perennials and
CAMP ACORN'S TRICKY TRAY GALA
Market. GoffleBrookFarms.com
annuals as well as fresh vegetables and produce at its summer Farmer’s
The Venetian, Garfield
monthly Ladies Photo Fun Night
Camp Acorn's 17th Annual Tricky
featuring networking, food, fun and
Tray Gala at the Venetian will include
a mini photo session. In addition
a four-course dinner and one sheet
We are always accepting sub-
there will be hair, makeup and styl-
of tickets as well as more than 450
missions for events you'd like to
ing help. Participation is limited to
prizes, 50/50 raffles, a $1,000 gift card
see included in our Calendar sec-
12, so spaces go fast. Online regis-
tree and multiple grand prizes, includ-
tion. Submissions are accepted
tration is required and starts at $99.
ing a vacation package. Camp Acorn,
via
JeanTermanPhotography.com/events
located in Allendale, is a not-for-profit
NorthwestBergenLifestyle.com.
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WITH MORE THAN ONE-THIRD OF MOTHERS IN THE U.S. now their family’s primary breadwinner, bringing in at least half of household earnings, more women are providing critical financial support at home. But issues arise: Women typically live five to 10 years longer than their spouses, their careers are often interrupted by family needs and they still earn only 80 cents for every dollar a man earns, so it’s clear that their investment needs can differ from their male counterparts. Therefore, it becomes more important than ever that women prioritize their financial goals. For
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