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Long Valley Woman Steps Up Awareness With Upcoming Tower Climb

By Cheryl Conway n Sunday, June 3, Roberta Lance of Long Valley will be climbing 102 stories- 2,226 steps- in the Freedom Tower in New York. Her fourth year participating, the 57 year old Washington Twp. bus driver is raising awareness and money for the Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation in the New York City Tower Climb. She has raised $250 from donations so far and seeks more. Go to crowdrise.com/t2ttowerclimb and search Roberta Lance in top right corner for her donation page. She usually collects from about 20 people, mostly family and friends, each year- collecting close to $2,000 total- but her purpose is not so much about the dollars raised. “It’s important because people need to remember that day,” says Lance, mother of two grown children and grandma of a two-year old boy. “It’s kind of like the Pearl Harbor of my time, of my generation. It impacted me. It will be with me my entire life. The day I will never forget.” Her acquaintance, Hilda Marcin of Budd Lake, a substitute special education aid, died as a passenger on United Airlines Flight 93 on Sept. 11, 2001, in Pennsylvania. She also supports the foundation’s mis-

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sion, especially since her brother works with Emergency Medical Services in Georgia. The Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation honors the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001. On that day, Siller, “who was assigned to Brooklyn’s Squad 1, had just finished his shift and was on his way to play golf with his brothers when he got word over his scanner of a plane hitting the North Tower of the World Trade Center,” the website explains. “Upon hearing the news, Stephen called his wife Sally and asked her to tell his brothers he would catch up with them later. He returned to Squad 1 to get his gear. Stephen drove his truck to the entrance of the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel, but it had already been closed for security purposes. Determined to carry out his duty, he strapped 60 lbs. of gear to his back, and raced on foot through the tunnel to the Twin Towers, where he gave up his life while saving others.” The foundation also honors military and first responders “who continue to make the supreme sacrifice of life and limb for our country,” as stated on the foundation website. Monies raised support fallen first responders by easing the financial burden

of their families; of service members by building mortgage-free smart homes for those catastrophically injured; and community to help local children in need who have been orphaned or who have lost one parent and require funding to assist with education, counseling or other needs. Lance first got involved with the foundation in 2011 when she participated in the Tunnel To Towers 5K Run and Walk, a fundraiser that represents the footsteps Siller took with his fire gear on to help his fire company, the day he lost his life when the towers collapsed. Her brother, sisterin-law and niece have joined her in the run. Four years ago, she decided to participate in the Tower Climb. Limited to just 1,000 people, it started out as a lottery, she says. Participants are sent up in waves “by like 100 people so you’re not bunched up on the stairs. “I was very drawn to the Twin Towers years ago,” she says. “I was very drawn to the organization on the 10th anniversary. “I saw it was open to anyone who could walk; walking got boring so I picked up the pace.” Held since 2015 at One World Trade Center in New York, 1,000 participants “make their way up the steps of the building that symbolizes strength and hope, continued on page 14

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Memorial Day Weekend: Kick-off To Helping Homeless Vets

by Elsie Walker n May 26, at Rock Spring Park in Long Valley, people will get to see a 27 foot long, “tiny house” on a trailer. It is similar to a high end RV and is equipped for one occupant. While people might not think there is anything unique about such a home, its purpose is very special. It will act as transitional housing for a homeless veteran. This is just one of the projects of Operation Chillout, which helps homeless veterans in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. Memorial Day weekend is also the kick-off of Operation Chillout’s drive for summer items, like water, which can be life-saving to the homeless living on the streets. Ray Chimileski is executive director/ founder of Operation Chillout, which is headquartered in Long Valley. He explained that the tiny house people will see at Rock Spring Park will be put on farm property. There, a homeless veteran will be able to live for up to 24 months, paying rent. During that time, the veteran will get on his or her feet by getting a job or

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finishing school. He or she will still have social services support. A long term plan for Operation Chillout is to identify property where housing units for homeless veterans could be built. “Most of the [homeless] veterans are from recent military action,” explained Chimileski. He noted that it used to be Viet Nam era veterans, but with those aging and dying, a new group has taken its place. From Memorial Day Weekend to Au-

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Helping Homeless Vets... continued from page 2 “Literally, it is about saving lives“ said Chimileski about the water that is distributed. Clean water is key to survival on the streets. Chimileski shared the homeless people can die due to dehydration or from drinking contaminated water supplies. Groups or individuals can contribute to Operation Chillout’s efforts. Getting a jump on the summer drive needs was Port Morris United Methodist Church in Landing which has held a drive to get the items needed to help homeless veterans to survive the summer. “Reaching out to a homeless veteran, handing a bottle of water with a T-Shirt or Baseball-cap is the least we can do for these precious people, who fought for our freedom,” said Rev. Dr. Nick Petrov, pastor of the church. “At Port Morris UMC, we

understand that ‘Thank you’ just isn’t enough. We need to show respect and appreciation, not only in words, but in deeds as well. For Port Morris UMC, it is very important to honor the service and sacrifice of our armed forces. We have a long tradition of honoring our veterans through prayer and recognition. We deeply cherish that our brave men and brave women in the armed forces understand that freedom has a cost.” Looking ahead, Operation Chillout will be doing a fundraiser on August 11 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at Vasa Park in Budd Lake. A free will offering will be taken. The event will include music, food, vendors and fun for all ages. For more information about Operation Chillout or to find places to leave off donations, visit its website at http://operationchillout.org/.

Chester Township Joins Stigma-Free Initiative

he Chester Township Council has passed a resolution to declare the township Stigma-Free, making the total 30 of the county’s 39 towns that have joined the Morris County “Stigma Free’’ initiative, which aims to help eradicate the stigma associated with mental illness and substance abuse disorders. This grass roots initiative recognizes the high prevalence of mental illness and substance use disorders in our communities. It promotes re-education and understanding that can

lead to treatment and recovery – minus the stigma associated with these illnesses. “We understand that mental illness and addiction affect every community, and we know that no family or school or business is immune,” said Chester Township Mayor Marcia Asdal. “So, Chester Township is proud to join the Stigma-Free initiative in Morris County, to help encourage people in our community their friends or family members or colleagues in trouble to seek treatment that could help lead them to recovery.’’

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Morris County Provides Hope To Residents With Broad Range Of Outreach Services

By Cheryl Conway here there is a will, there is a way, the familiar saying goes, and with hope, anything is possible. Especially with two vehicles making appearances throughout Morris County bringing services to the people, from treating individuals with drug addiction to providing outreach in a wide range of areas such as homelessness, unemployment, aging, child care and veterans’ services. Hope One vehicle has been in motion for the past year; joining the tandem this fall will be a second vehicle, Navigating Hope. “The impact of the Morris County Sheriff’s Hope One program on the addiction and mental health communities of Morris County has been tremendous!” says Jennifer Carpinteri, director of Human Services for Morris County since Oct. 2014. “It is now time to offer a broader range of services to expand upon those currently offered by Hope One, the county’s Department of Human Services and the Morris County Community Provider Network. While the specific details of the Navigating Hope vehicle are still being finalized, Carpinteri says “the outreach vehicle will provide a comfortable, confidential way to deliver services

and connect with individuals who have had difficulty navigating and accessing services through the traditional means of provision. Use of mobile technology will be an important component to this work, as it provides for the greatest access to resources. “All human service related resources will be made available to provide on-site services as scheduled or requested by a municipality, business, school or provider,” she adds. “Navigating Hope, the mobile community assistance access center, will travel to different locations throughout Morris County, bringing services out into communities to help residents identify their short-term needs and provide additional case management supports necessary to navigate the complex systems of care to achieve long-term sustained well-being,” she explains. Areas that will be addressed include: homeless service & affordable housing; employment services; emergency shelter; aging service; veterans services; Medicaid; food stamps; child support; transportation; and linkages to The Family Justice Center/Domestic Violence Needs, educational services, literacy/ESL classes, health screenings, HIV/AIDS services, legal services, faith based supports and numerous other crit-

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continued from page 4 ers and bringing hope into each municipality,” she says. Professionals will be on site in each vehicle and visit. “The Navigating Hope vehicle will be staffed by a specialized Human Service team of professionals,” she says. “The positions that will comprise the team, through on-site and via skype capabilities are: Morris Care Navigator; OTA Generic Interviewer; OTA Social Worker; veterans’ staff; aging staff; and child support. In addition, “Development of a volunteer component will be a goal during the first year of operation,” she adds. Navigating Hope is targeted “to serve thousands of residents per year. The expanded array of services offered will ultimately draw additional people and reach the most vulnerable, hard to serve residents.” The county has always offered these services, but some residents either do not know they exist or choose not to utilize them. “These are not new services, rather a new way of delivering them,” says Carpinteri. “We expect to reach people who are hesitant to reach out to the county for help.” The county is hoping to launch Navigating Hope this fall. It will travel in tandem as

well as separately from Hope One, with plans to visit all 39 municipalities, says Carpinteri. “The autonomy of Navigating Hope allows us to utilize it as a mobile outstation model for residents seeking short term and long term benefits, reaching all municipalities in the county when not supporting the work of Hope One,” she explains. “Two vehicles provides more capacity to bring an array of services into the community and reach more people. “This program has the potential to serve thousands of residents per year,” and if it follows in Hope One’s path, progress is likely. “The success of the sheriff’s one-of-a-kind idea that came to life just a year ago is now looked as a statewide model!” she says about Hope One’s first year. “With the growing addiction epidemic nationwide, and especially here in Morris County, partnerships and collaborations are now the future of combatting addiction and saving lives. The opportunity for our Department of Human Services to work in concert with law enforcement is a welcome paradigm shift on both sides. I am humbled to be a small part of the program!” She has high hopes for Navigating Hope as well. “I am thrilled to have the

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opportunity to better connect and serve Morris County residents,” she says. “Many of whom are our most vulnerable and hard to serve! Like Hope One, Navigating Hope also will be a mobile community assistance outreach program. It is my sincere belief that soon, both Hope One and Navigating Hope will be symbols of recovery, inclusion and a pathway to a better tomorrow!’ To know in advance when these vehicles will be visiting the area, a schedule will be provided on websites and publications. In its first year of service, Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon’s Hope One program travels twice a week to locations throughout Morris County, bringing services to persons in need. A sheriff’s officer, licensed clinician, and a certified peer recovery spe-

cialist staff the vehicle with a goal to prevent drug overdoses and deaths by reaching out to those in need. Since its inception, Hope One had nearly 3,000 residents in need visit the mobile unit and nearly 850 county residents received life-saving Narcan training to be employed in emergencies. Stops have included supermarket shopping centers, libraries, churches and malls. Hope One is able to provide clients immediate access to services and treatment facilities, putting them on the road to recovery and wellness; Narcan training and kits are provided to family members and friends of individuals with opiate addiction. For more information, visit: https//sheriff.morriscountynj. gov/community/hope-one/.

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Motorcycle Ride To Cruise Through Jersey Towns To Fight Bullying

By Cheryl Conway undreds of motorcycles plan to hit the streets on Saturday, June 2, throughout Morris County. Far from its stereotype of being a tough motorcycle gang, the group will represent the complete opposite as their mission will be to Blue Out Bullying. The initiative, The Ride for Mallory’s Army, is a charity ride to raise awareness and funds to fight against bullying. Organized to be held almost one year after the death of 12-year old Mallory Rose Grossman of Rockaway, the ride will generate proceeds to support the Mallory’s Army Foundation. The organization was founded by the Grossman family after the sixth grader committed suicide on June 14, 2017 because of “horrific bullying,” as it states on the foundation website. The ride is being organized by Garden State Harley Davidson in Morris Plains. Registration is planned for 9 a.m. at the dealership and the ride is set to begin 11 a.m. Participants will begin the 50-mile

motorcycle drive from the dealership and cruise throughout Morris County in towns such as Rockaway, Butler and Denville. While the dealership competes in charity rides every year, the idea for The Ride For Mallory’s Army came out of a request. “Mallory’s babysitter is a customer of ours and she came in and asked us to host a ride,” says Randi Kolano, marketing manager for Garden State Harley Davidson. This was back in January. Supporting the cause is an opportunity too important to pass up. “We always go over and above especially with children and helping out the community,” says Kolano. “We want to teach everyone to be kind. It’s going to be something special to witness something so large riding through. I encourage people to come out and support the riders cause you don’t always see hundreds of riders passing through every day.” Cost to participate in the ride is $20 for motorcyclists; $15 for passengers. To continued on page 9

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“The motorcycle community has one of the most generous and kind people. When you see us watch out for us. They paid to ride to raise money for charity. Instead of getting upset that we are causing traffic or a slight delay, just know they’re doing it for a very good cause.” With about six to 10 charity rides held every year, averaging about two a month during May through October, the Garden State Harley Davidson in Morris Plains has supported multiple causes such as autism, the police department, fallen police officer and children with cancer. It also holds a Casino Night every year to support the fire department, says Kolano. For more information on the Mallory’s Army Foundation, visit mallorysarmy.org.

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Racks Valley Thrift Boutique Changes Location

acks, the two-and-a-halfyear-old thrift boutique operated by the Long Valley Junior Women’s Club, is expanding and moving a few doors down to a bigger location. After nearly closing a year ago, the now-thriving boutique has realized a need for more space. Previously located at 28 Schooleys Mountain Road in Long Valley, the non-profit shop will literally be rolling its racks down the street, and it was expected to open at 20 Schooleys Mountain Road in mid to late May. The idea of increasing the rent for what is merely a community fundraiser was daunting enough, but also to be considered was the amount of

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continued from front page and the resiliency and invincibility of the American spirit,” as described on the website. “The event celebrates the life and sacrifice of FDNY Captain Billy Burke. After responding to the attacks at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, Captain Burke stayed behind to save others on the 27th floor of the north tower, while commanding other firefighters to get out of the building. He was already aware that the south tower had collapsed. Captain Burke lost his life moments later. His selflessness is legendary among those in his profession.” To prepare, Lance says she runs and walks, especially up hills “so you get the effect of climbing,” at least four to five times weekly. On the day of the climb, she gets up at 3 a.m. for the 7 a.m. climb. “It’s very solitary,” says

Lance about the climb. “Everybody goes at a different pace. Within 45 minutes, I’m done.” Not exactly easy, Lance says “about the 50th floor I start to get a stomach ache; that’s just nerves. “It’s just a matter of pacing yourself and finishing. You have no access to the outside world,” adding that climbers are not allowed to use I-pods or cell phones. “You’re just solitary. They do not have building staff in stairwell,” but on floors 42 and 69, they have water stations, “that’s it. It gets hot real quick. There’s a lot of bright red faces.” Another bonus is the 75 pounds she has lost since last September in her training for the climb. “I’m in my best shape for the tower climb this year,” she says. “Eating smart” has helped too. “I had bit of excess weight,” she says. “I feel great now. I feel absolutely awesome.”

When doing the climb, she takes notice of the amputees climbing with coaches by their side. “It’s quite inspiring; that’s why I keep doing it,” she says.

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New Field Trip On Water Brings Hands-On Experience To Learn And Protect The Lake

By Cheryl Conway tudy Hull was set to sail on its maiden voyage Monday, May 21, on the waters of Lake Hopatcong. With room for 40 passengers plus crew, fourth graders from Kennedy and Nixon elementary schools in Roxbury were expected to be the first to participate in the floating classroom. Students from Franklin and Jefferson schools in the Roxbury School District have booked their trips for Monday, June 4. The 40-foot by 12-foot covered catamaran pontoon boat was named and christened Friday evening, May 4, at the Garden State Yacht Club in Lake Hopatcong with more than 75 in attendance. There was “a lot of excitement in the air,” says Donna Macalle-Holly, Lake Hopatcong Foundation grant and program coordinator. “After cracking the champagne bottle on the vessel, people got to board and see.” Macalle-Holly explained, “The vessel name selected by the LHF Board of Trustees was submitted by Kimberly Murphy

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during our Giving Tuesday campaign last December in support of the floating classroom. If you made a $25 donation you can come up with a name. Quite a few names were given.” The board decided on Study Hull: “Thought it was a good play on words,” says Macalle-Holly. “It fit the vessel good and what we want to try to do on the vessel. “I proudly christen this vessel Study Hull,” Macalle-Holly said at the christening.

“May all who journey on Study Hull be safe and learn all about protecting Lake Hopatcong today and for future generations.” The vessel was built by Sightseer Marine based in Hudson, Fla., and is a project of The Lake Hopatcong Foundation. “We are so excited to bring the floating classroom experience to Lake Hopatcong for students and the public,” said Macalle-Holly. “It will provide an interactive, continued on page 18

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New Field Trip On Water... continued from page 16 hands-on educational experience to study the lake ecology, to understand why improving water quality is so important and to learn what can be done to protect the lake.” The purchase of the floating classroom was made possible from the Gannett Foundation- “USA Today” network’s “A Community Thrives” program; the James P. Verhalen Family Foundation and the Szigethy family, according to a press release. Macalle-Holly said she received the news about winning the Gannett Foundation $50,000 grant last spring which allowed the foundation to move forward with the vessel’s acquisition. Total cost for the vessel totaled $148K, she says. The LHF found inspiration for the floating classroom from other on-the-water educational programs such as its visits to the Lake George Association Floating Classroom in New York, the Hackensack Riverkeeper Eco-Cruise and the SPLASH Steamboat Floating Classroom on the Delaware River. Currently, 800 fourth and fifth graders are scheduled to participate in foundation’s educational field trip program. Seven trips are so far planned

with students from Hopatcong, Jefferson and Mt. Arlington school districts, says Macalle-Holly. There is limited availability this May through June for additional schools to participate in this fee-based field trip which includes the floating classroom, macro-invertebrate sampling in the Musconetcong River, a discovery hike and a watershed model to demonstrate water pollution concepts and their prevention. In July, fourth and fifth grade teachers interested in a future voyage for their students can board the Study Hull the second week in July to see what is entailed. Field trips will begin at 9:30 a.m. and end around 1:30 p.m., says Macalle-Holly. Students will arrive at Hopatcong State Park for their four hour lesson. For the floating classroom portion, students will learn how to protect the lake through scientific experiments on water quality. The hike on the Musconetcong will involve students collecting macro invertebrates to identify and determine health of river, she explains. At the water pavilion, students will learn about the watershed model and how to protect non-point source pol-

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lution, she adds. For the discovery hike, participants will learn the importance of how the forest and landscape protect the lake, she says. This is the fourth year the LHF has hosted field trips to study the lake. “When we used to do the field trip, we went out on smaller pontoon boats,” she says, three boats. But now with the one larger pontoon, all could board, with crew that includes a captain, first mate and one or two environmental educators, as well as scientific experiments. She says LHF is “expanding it by adding hands on experiments.” Comparing this field trip to other lessons on the water, Macalle-Holly says “ours is unique as we are incorporating scien-

tific experiences on board.” The trip is free to those students in the LHF area which includes Roxbury, Jefferson, Hopatcong and Mt. Arlington. Students outside those towns will be charged $15 per student to attend the field trip, she says. Funds will used to support operating expenses of the floating classroom. For more information on the field trips program for fourth and fifth graders, contact the foundation at 973-663-2500. The floating classroom will also be open to the public in July and August operating on a limited schedule from Hopatcong State Park for 90 minute voyages. More details on the public schedule and cost will be announced by the foundation in the coming weeks. To learn more, visit www. lakehopatcongfoundation.org.

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Fido, Fifi And Friends Are Ready To Bark And Roll Outdoors!

By Ricki Demarest ith the frustratingly elusive warmer weather here at last, it’s time to safely plan outdoor activities. Like everyone else, dog owners and their best friends have been waiting, patiently or not, for winter to release its grip on the Garden State. There are thousands of dogs living happily in New Jersey. Most are welcome at municipal, county, public or private dog parks as well as restaurants and town streets. However, for dogs and their loving human companions, a little prior planning is a must to ensure a quality excursion - for the dog, the owner and everyone they encounter along the way. Parks provide a great place to take dogs for a walk, a run or even agility training. Canines are usually welcome in open spaces if they follow the rules and regulations. Most places post their rules online and at the locations themselves. Municipal ordinances and state rules always apply. Some of the most common park rules are as follows. Owners are always held liable for their dogs’ behavior and use parks at their own risk. All dogs in the park must

be licensed and vaccinated. There is often a limit of two dogs per person. The handler is supposed to have constant control of their animal(s). Sick dogs are expressly exempt from parks. Dogs in heat are not allowed either. There are usually age restrictions, both for dogs and children. Digging is prohibited. Owners or handler are to fill any holes left by their dog. Waste must be removed and disposed of properly. Spiked, pronged or choke collars are generally not allowed. The most important rule for dog owners is being aware of how their dog will react to others outside their own territory. “Like people, if you put everyone in a room, not everybody’s gonna get along with everybody,” said Evan Perlman of ESP Pet Specialists pet sitting services in Livingston. “A dog park is NOT the place to begin socializing a dog.” Before taking a new puppy or adopted best friend out to a dog park, Perlman recommended spending one on one time with another dog who will be receptive to such companionship. Jean Owen, owner of NJ Fix My Dog training in the Morristown area, is a dog park veter-

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inner can be a daunting task for any family with multiple mouths to feed. Factor in complex schedules and individual tastes, and a family meal can become a stressful thought for home cooks. However, with proper meal planning and preparation, those stressful evenings can become a thing of the past. Consider these steps to becoming a better meal prepper: Start Slow If you’re new to meal prepping, don’t bog yourself down trying to come up with ideas and ingredients multiple days in advance. Start by planning just one or two days ahead then consider lengthening your prep phases as you get

more comfortable. Shop Smart Avoid overbuying by heading to the grocery store with a plan in mind or, even better, a specific list. While perusing the aisles, look for the Produce for Kids logo next to healthy, family-friendly items to help make nutritionally sound choices. Go with What You Know Rather than teaching yourself to meal prep while trying to learn new recipes at the same time, stick to the basics. Create dishes you’ve made in the past while you get into the habit of meal prepping. Make It a Family Event Recruit some help from your kids by enlisting them with some easier kitchen tasks. It can be a learning and

bonding experience to make recipes like Easy One-Dish Chicken and Veggie Bake or Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quesadilla. Plan for In-Season Produce Certain fruits and veggies are stocked (and taste better) at certain times of year. Be sure to create shopping lists with these timeframes in mind. To find family meal tips and more than 400 registered dietitian- and family-approved recipes, visit produceforkids. com. Easy One-Dish Chicken and Veggie Bake Recipe courtesy of Produce for Kids Prep time: 10 minutes

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Growing Body Of Research Points To Acupuncture As Viable Alternative To Psychiatric Meds

f you or someone you know suffers from moderate to severe depression, counseling and acupuncture could be your answers to finding real relief. A 2014 study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE found that acupuncture is at least equally as effective as counseling at treating depression symptoms and that acupuncture in particular can lead to a nearly 50 percent reduction on the depression scale in just three months. To arrive at this conclusion, Hugh MacPherson and his colleagues from the University of York in the U.K. evaluated 755 patients with moderate to severe depression. According to Reuters, 302 of these patients were randomly assigned to a group that received 12 weekly acupuncture sessions, while another 302 were assigned to

12 weekly counseling sessions. The remaining 151 patients received usual care, which included antidepressants and other pharmaceuticals. At the beginning of the study, the average depression score among all patients was 16 on a scale from 0 to 27, with 27 representing extreme depression. A 16, according to reports, is considered to be moderately severe depression. But at the end of three months, patients in the acupuncture group experienced a significant drop on the scale from an average of 16 down to nine, which is considered to be the higher end of the mild depression category. The average depression score also dropped in the counseling group, to an average of 11, while the typical care group only dropped to about 13.

Even better was the fact that the benefits of these treatments persisted, lasting an additional three months following the study’s conclusion. In other words, even after the study was over, patients in the acupuncture and counseling groups continued to experience the benefits of these treatments. “For people who have depression, who have tried various medical options, who are still not getting the benefit they want, they should try acupuncture and counseling as options that are now known to be clinically effective,” stated MacPherson about the incredible results. Call Skylands Acupuncture for more information on how Acupuncture may help your depression at 908-876-3643 Sources for this article include: http:// www.reuters.com.

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West Morris Central High School Theatre Program Big Winners By Patrice Schaffer On October 31, 2017 as I was promoting Central Theatre’s fall drama, I wrote an article titled “Be Prepared to Have Your Sensory and Emotional Buttons Pushed”. That’s exactly what happened last night at the “Foxy” Awards Night for West Morris Central High School Theatre program as they won the award for Outstanding Overall Production for their performance of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time”. WMC was chosen from among 75 high schools entered in the competition and was judged based on the submitted videotaped performance of the production. Central Theatre received a total of 10 nominations this year and took home awards for Outstanding Achievement in Choreography and Movement and Outstanding Performance

by a Lead Actor in Drama (Lars Olsen). The “Foxy” Awards is a program through Montclair State University which recognizes excellence in the production of high school straight plays throughout New Jersey. The awards honor the accomplishments of individual achievement of both students and educators in the areas of performance, direction, design and technical theatre, as well as outstanding productions in Drama, Comedy, Classical and New Work. On June 4th, Central Theatre will be going to The Papermill Playhouse Rising Star Awards Night. They received 8 nominations including Outstanding Overall Production of a Musical (only 6 schools out of 100 are chosen) which gives them the opportunity to perform onstage at Paper Mill.

This is Central Theatre’s second year being nominated! Central Theatre received nominations for Outstanding Performance by an Orchestra, Outstanding Achievement by a Director, Outstanding Achievement in Musical Direction, Outstanding Achievement in Choreography, Outstanding Lighting Achievement, Outstanding Costuming Achievement and Outstanding Hair & Makeup as well. But that’s not all! They also received 4 honorable mentions this year including Outstanding Performance by a Featured

Ensemble Member (Grace Alai as Evleen), Outstanding Performance by a Featured Ensemble Group (Darcy Caracciolo, Tori Caracciolo, Livi Mancuso, and Ella Musto), Outstanding Performance by a Chorus, and Outstanding Scenic Achievement (Mr. Jeff Hogan & Mr. John Hughes). Congratulations are in order for Central Theatre and for the teachers who continue to help our students and children discover, develop and apply their strengths related to the art of drama.

West Morris Wolfpack To Host Football Camp

he West Morris Central Wolfpack Football Summer Camp will be held July 9 through July 12 on the high school field from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for children in grades pre-K through 6. The camp is offered by Washington Township Recreation and camp directors Glenn Miller, president of the Long Valley Raiders Association, and Kevin Hennelly, head football coach of West Morris Central High School. Participants in the WMC Wolfpack Football Camp will

receive football instructions while having fun at the same time. They will be under the guidance of high school football staff and players. Participants will take part in demonstrations and drills to improve every aspect of their game. A nonrefundable fee of $80 per player is due before June 25. For more information, call the Recreation Department office at (908) 876-5941, email recreation@wtmorris.net or visit the township website at www.wtmorris.org.

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Bird Walks With Coffee This Summer, Fall In Chester

ew Jersey Conservation Foundation’s popular “Coffee & Conservation” morning nature walks are back this spring, summer and fall at the Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center in Chester Township. “This is our fourth season of Coffee & Conservation, and we’re looking forward to getting more people outside enjoying nature,” said naturalist Bill Lynch, who coordinates nature education events for New Jersey Conservation Foundation. “There’s always something interesting to see.” N.J. Conservation will offer a total of nine morning walks: three took place in May during the spring bird migration, three summer butterfly walks will be held when Bamboo Brook’s meadows are in bloom, and three are planned during the fall bird migration. Each event begins with

hot or iced coffee provided by Black River Roasters, and a brief discussion about species that may be spotted. The group then takes off for a leisurely nature walk through the 100-acre park. Coffee & Conservation events are free and open to the public, but advance registration is requested for planning purposes. To register online, go to www.njconservation.org/ coffeeandconservation.htm. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars, although New Jersey Conservation has a few pairs that can be borrowed during the walks. The summer and fall schedule is as follows: Friday, June 22, Butterfly Hike with the North American Butterfly Association (NABA); Friday, July 20, Butterfly Hike with NABA; Friday, August 10, Butterfly Hike with NABA; Wednesday, Sept. 12,

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LVJWC Club Hosts Annual Mother/Son Night

n Wednesday, April 4, the Nerf darts were flying, and the moms were ducking for cover! This year’s theme for the LVJWC’s annual Mother/Son night was Nerf Wars, and the attendees came prepared for battle. The event garnered 150 participants consisting of moms and their sons,

ages 4-12 from Long Valley and the surrounding area. This year’s theme was a departure from past years, when the club has organized a night of glow bowling. In looking for a way to change up the event, the club connected with Stryker Airsoft in Hackettstown, who generously offered to run the event

for the community. For a nominal fee each participant was able to enjoy crafts, tattoos, a photo booth, pizza and of course an epic Nerf battle. The event initially sold out in less than a day, and a second time slot was added to accommodate the growing wait list. The Long Valley Junior

Women’s Club is proud to be able to offer these community events as a way for families to connect. Nerf Wars falls on the heels of their other popular offering – Daddy/Daughter Date Night which was held in February. To be informed on other events run by the LVJWC, or to inquire about membership, visit www.lvjuniors.org.

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continued from page 29 Great Conversations is a fundraiser in which proceeds go to Morris Arts, a not-forprofit organization founded in 1973 dedicated to supporting artists, arts programs, and arts advocacy in the Morris County community to inspire, connect and engage. During Great Conversations, attendees are given the opportunity to chew the fat with experts in various industries at a preceding reception and then join their selected conversationalists for dinner at their individual tables to continue more indepth discussions. Seats went for $250 each and patrons were encouraged to register early online at morrisarts.org, as this gathering quickly sells out, and asked to pick their top five host conversationalists in order to get assigned to a specific host of

their choice. According to a press release, “This is an evening to exchange ideas and savor the pleasures of live encounters. You may be surprised by what you discover.” Through these exchanges attendees were able to learn about their conversationalists’ career achievements and backgrounds, insight into the world and their particular fields, how such impacted their lives and how they got to where they are today, as well as any lessons they can impart. “We look for a wide variety of outstanding people who are at the top of their game and have an interesting story to tell,” says Morris Arts Director of Development Gina Moran. “We get top-notch business leaders in major industries, sports figures, entertainment figures in music and performance and

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and engaging with their guests. There was great electricity and excitement at the event and everyone seemed really jazzed.” Morris Arts’ next affairs are “Meet Me in Morristown,” in conjunction with Morristown Partnership, and the 35th annual Giralda Music & Arts Festival. For “Meet Me in Morristown,” stores stay open late and have artists, musicians, and performers draw patrons downtown to shop and enjoy entertainment and dining. This will be held the last Thursdays of May through August. The Giralda Music & Arts Festival, a family friendly lawn concert featuring the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, an art show, and children’s arts activities, will take place on June 24. People can now look forward to next year’s Great Conversations on Thursday, May 2.

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Stunning custom-built Brick Front Center Hall Colonial perfectly set on a picturesque lot in Chester! Expect to be impressed as you drive through the prestigious neighborhood of “Forrest Hills” and view the stately architecture and professionally landscaped home sites. As you enter the welcoming Foyer of this elegant home and view the sensational floor plan, you will fall in love! The 3500+ square foot Floor Plan is perfect for grand-scale entertaining and offers extensive upscale custom appointments and has been remodeled throughout.

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