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Hope’s Promise Farm Therapeutic Riding In Need Of Donations

By J.L. Shively ike many young girls, Maureen Coultas always dreamed of owning her own horse.

Though her wish did not come true until many years later, Coultas was able to find a way to shape her dream and life experiences into a mission which changes the lives of children every day.

“I started saving when I was eight,” says Coultas of her horse fund and her determination to own a horse, which set her on the winding path that led her to her quaint little farm tucked on the back roads of Chester.

Coultas is now the director of Hope’s Promise Farm which offers therapeutic riding and equine assisted activities for children ages two to high school age with

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ith Thanksgiving and the holiday season right around the corner, families are looking to prepare for the holidays in many ways possible whether it involves holiday shopping, preparing festive meals, or making travel arrangements to visit family in state or across the country.

Although those are many things people look forward to at this time, another thing people should think about this holiday season involves giving back to the community, continued on page 4

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The idea for this farm was realized when Coultas, then an adult dealing with PTSD from a past expe-

rience, decided to finally buy her horse. She became the proud owner of Chief, a grey gelding who helped her let go of some of her continued on page 6

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We Should Celebrate Small Businesses Every Day

s many of you probably know, Sat. Nov. 26 is Small Business Saturday, part of an annual shopping day initiated by American Express. This day brings attention to small businesses and to ask that consumers shop locally. Small Business Saturday is intended to bring predominately small retail shops to the forefront on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to help kick off the holiday shopping season.

No doubt Small Business Saturday does bring a good deal of attention to the small shops in our community.

Some businesses make a big deal out of it, some prefer

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not to. The good news is that generally it does bring a lot of attention to small shops and local restaurants, many of whom are our advertisers.

Designating a day for small business shopping is nice, but we would like for you to consider making every day Small Business Day. Small Business Saturday sounds great, but the truth is that small shops and independently owned restaurants need your patronage more than just one day a year in order to survive in these challenging economic times as they face competition from chains, big box stores and Internet sites.

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he Washington Twp. Public Library offers a variety of programs each month. The following highlights just a few. Go to wtpl.org for the full calendar of events and activities.

The Giving Tree is beginning Nov. 28, at the library with residents invited to warm up the holidays of a neighbor-in-need by donating warm socks, hats, mittens, slippers and gloves for adults and children. Dry goods and non-perishable food items are also being collected. The Giving Tree is a cooperative outreach project between the Friends of the Washington Township Public Library and the Long Valley Food Bank.

Interior Design Trends is set for Tues., Nov. 29, from 7 p.m.- 8 p.m. Join Susan Laura Miniman of Susan Laura Interior Design for a fun and informative presentation

to learn about the newest interior design trends for 2017.

Miniman will present the latest in furniture styles, kitchen designs and paint colors to baths and new technology, walk away with great ideas to be creative, renovate, build or spruce up a room. Registration is requested.

On Dec., 2, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., a Friends of the Library Concert & Luncheon is set.

Join in for the annual winter concert, sponsored by the Friends of the WTPL. This year, a trio of early music performers - bassoonist Andrew Pecota and flautists Laura Ferraro and Jessica Valiente - will perform a selection of Renaissance and early Baroque pieces. A light lunch will be served. Registration is required, with priority given to Washington Township residents.

What hasn’t changed over the years is that small business owners work hard. Most shop owners open early in the morning and close in the early evening. Many are open six, if not seven, days. Small business owners are truly dedicated to their business. Small business owners have to give it their all every minute, every hour, every day, every week. For that, they deserve our business not just one day in the year!

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Celebrate Holiday At Festival Of Trees

he 14th Annual Festival of Trees “Joy to the World” is set for Dec. 3 to Dec. 10 at the Barn at Highland Ridge Park in Chester.

The Festival is a community celebration featuring a spectacular display of holiday trees in a winter wonderland setting. The trees are sponsored and/or decorated by individuals, families, businesses and organizations. The majority of the trees is offered for silent auction during the weeklong event.

Festival of Trees is a benefit event which provides funding for the Senior Resource Center (SRC), a non-profit organization that provides advocacy, support, information, education, training and referral

for seniors and their caregivers. For more information go to www.srcnj.org; email info@srcnj.org; call 908- 879-2202.

Admission is $8 for adults; $5 for children and seniors.

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Toy/Clothing Drive...

continued from front page especially those in need of food, clothing, toys, etc. To do so, the publishers of New View Media Group, the company responsible for the Black River News as well as 17 other publications will be holding a holiday toy and clothing drive now until Dec. 15.

New View Media Group, lead by husband and wife publishing team, Joe Nicastro and Mary Lalama, will be holding their third annual holiday toy and new clothing drive.

“I raised three children on my own and I know the struggles and hardships families face and I want to encourage people to give back to those in need now,” stated Mary Lalama.

Joe Nicastro, Mt. Olive Township Council president said that “being involved in

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the community, I always try to help where I can.” “My wife had the idea of helping the local residents through a promotion in our newspapers.” Nicastro continued “There are so many needy people right here in our own communities.” Anything we can do to help.

As New View Media Group holds this clothing and toy drive, they are looking for people to donate new unwrapped toys, as well as new clothing including t-shirts, socks, pants, and winter necessities such as hats, coats, gloves, and scarves (sizes ranging from newborn to 14 year olds). Gift cards will also be accepted.

Please drop off all donations to the following locations….

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Appreciate Art At Library

he Artmatters November Art Exhibit is now on display in the meeting room now until Dec. 12 at the Washington Township Public Library in Long Valley.

The exciting and colorful work includes oil paintings, watercolors, photography, acrylics, and mixed media. The works are a mix of abstract, contemporary, as well as detailed realistic pieces. This month’s

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exhibiting artists are: Brenda Nast, Elise Ange, Arejay Clark, Fran Creegan, Sher Weston Stec, Joane Winter, Roseanne Panico, and Susan Scarince Jones. Most of the work is available to purchase. The members are all Washington Township artists who meet each month at the library.

If anyone is interested in learning more about the group, email artmatters.wt@ gmail.com.

Church Plans Journey Through Bethlehem

alley View Chapel in Long Valley invites the community to “Bethlehem Walk & Live Nativity” on Fri., Dec. 2, beginning at 6 p.m.

Take a journey through Bethlehem in decorated classrooms and experience what it may have been like during the birth of Jesus. Visit the outdoor stable scene with

live animals and the bustling Market Place.

This is a free event for all ages open to the public. Activities for children will be available and a presentation by The Master’s Puppets. Light refreshments will be served.

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Chester Community Stuffs A Truck To Help Flood Victims

n June of 2013, when tornadoes ravaged Oklahoma, the Chester Lions united the community to Stuff-a-Truck with supplies and needs for those impacted. This September, the club did it again to help those whose homes were devastated by the floods in Baton Rouge Louisiana.

In addition to donating $10,000 to Lions in Louisiana, the Chester Lions Club asked

the community to get involved by donating school supplies, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, and games and activities to help keep children occupied while parents work on rebuilding their homes.

Because of the outpouring of generosity by local residents, businesses, and organizations the club was able to fill a truck with five pallets, totaling more than 2,000

Chester Lions, from left, Marie Messina, Arline Rossi, Denis Rossi, and Jim Messina stand with pallets as they wait to get loaded onto the truck. pounds, full of much needed supplies. The truck left for Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Oct. 5.

“It was so wonderful to see our local community join us in supporting the people of Baton Rouge,” said Arline Rossi, member of the Chester Lions Club. “Filling all of those boxes happened because so many people came together. Every little bit helped, and we are so proud of our community.”

The Chester Lions Club is extremely thankful for the help of the community in getting the word out about the event and making donations, and the American Legion in Chester for the use of their facilities. The schools, churches, and community groups were invaluable resources in helping to publicize the Club’s efforts.

For more information about the Chester Lions Club and this special project, visit www.chesterlionsclubnj.com.

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Hope’s Promise Farm...

continued from front page stress while in the saddle and cope with the past.

In recognizing the huge effect Chief was having on her life, Coultas decided she wanted to find a way she could become a part of helping others who would benefit from a little horse therapy.

During her research into this field, Coultas discovered the huge movement of therapeutic riding used to assist children with different special needs. After receiving a certificate in therapeutic instruction from Centenary College in Hackettstown, Coultas opened Hope’s Promise in the spring of 2012.

The name for her business came simply from the promise of hope she found offered by the connection made between horse and rider.

In starting her company, Coultas acquired another riding sized horse, Justice, a Friesian sport horse and also some miniature horses referred to in the business as “minis.” Minis can be as small as waist high and became perfect companion animals to bring on visits, giving a whole new meaning to a “little” horse therapy.

With six animals currently on the farm, three riding horses and three minis, Coultas is able to balance the business between offering private and group riding sessions while also brining the minis on visits to places such as nursing homes and schools.

Hope’s Promise has an LLC but also has a non-profit, which assists in the care of the therapy animals so they can continue on their visits while also going towards riding

“scholarships” for children whose families cannot afford the sessions.

“Each lesson is tailored specific to that student’s needs,” states Coultas as she describes what a session includes.

For groups, Coultas begins by letting the children learn to lead the minis. “Horses are herd animals and always look to the leader,” Coultas explains, therefore when a child learns to lead a horse they learn how to become a leader. “Students that start off intimidated become empowered,” says Coultas, “it’s a huge deal for them.”

Miracles seem to happen for these children when they are around horses, “we had never heard a student say a full sentence before but they said the horse’s name,” Coultas remembers.

Therapeutic riding, Coultas explains helps the students with core strength and balance as well as posture and following directions and, as with any animal therapy, it is bound to help put a smile on their face too.

Coultas and her husband appreciate assistance with group therapy sessions and other barn chores and the farm will be looking for volunteers next year for their March orientation, once the visits and sessions start up again after the winter.

What the farm most needs is donations both itemized and monetary. Coultas notes that their outdoor ring needs a new layer of rubber mulch which costs around $5,000 for an inch of coverage. The minis wear Build-A-Bear sneakers for nursing home and school visits and those are needed often as they wear out.

The farm also needs picnic tables for student groups to have their lunch and Coultas is also looking to create a “sensory trail” along a trail that is on the property, where students can locate items in birdhouse like structures along the horse path that will help students to learn about following instructions and observing the world by utilizing difference senses.

Coultas published a book entitled “Michelangelo: The Little Therapy Horse,” which is the touching story of a mini currently working for Hope’s Promise.

One-hundred percent of the proceeds of the purchase of this book goes towards the care of the horses. Another book, titled “My Friend Chief,” also by Coultas, is soon to be printed.

The books will both be available for purchase on the website at www.hopespromisefarm.com. More information about the program can also be found on the webpage or by inquiring at hopespromisefarm@gmail.com. For donations, checks are most appreciated and can be sent to 34 South Rd., Chester, NJ 07930.

Part of the mission of Hope’s Promise, as outlined on the website, is to “provide access to therapeutic riding and equine assisted activities to everyone in need, without regard to their ability to afford these services,” making the donations given to the facility go towards supporting the dreams of many children who set foot on the farm. For many of these students they are finally finding an accessible avenue where they can stand tall and take the lead and Hope’s Promise gets them there.

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Chester Lions Club Sponsors Lunch With Santa

he Chester Lions Club invites children from the community to enjoy an afternoon full of magic and merriment at its annual Lunch with Santa on Sat., Dec. 3. Two seatings at 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. are offered. This year’s event will be held at the Community Presbyterian Church in Chester.

Children will be treated to a hot dog lunch, with chips, cookies and drinks. After that, there will be a magic show followed by the main attraction -- pictures with San-

ta and his elves. Pictures will be taken and distributed by the Chester Lions Club.

This event is provided free for children ages 10 and under. The Lions Club asks that each child bring a nonperishable food item to be donated to the Chester Food Pantry and Operation Jersey Cares.

Pre-registration is required, as seating is limited. For further information, contact us at chesterlionsclub@gmail.com or visit at chesterlionsclubnj.com.

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Scout Recognized For Fire Pit Installation

hester resident, Charley Tringali was recently honored by Boy Scout Troop 139 of Chester for earning the highest achievable rank of Eagle Scout. His leadership project involved planning, and overseeing the construction and installation of a fire pit (donated

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n Oct. 22, Long Valley Boy Scout Troop 236 visited Antietam Battlefield in Maryland. They camped under a full moon on the battlefield itself, hiked twelve miles, and completed the historic Antietam Battlefield Trail guide.

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about the single bloodiest day in American history, gaining a new appreciation for the sacrifices made by ancestors to preserve the freedoms all citizens enjoy today. For more information about Troop 236, visit: http://troop236bsa.org/.

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Redhawk Down For Championship

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he West Morris Soccer Club Premier Redhawks, a team of 12 girls from the Mendham/Chester area under the age of 10, planned to play in the semifinals of the New Jersey Youth Soccer Commissioners Cup on Oct. 29 in Hamilton Township. Should they win on Sat-

urday, they will vie for the championship the following day in Bordentown. These fourth and fifth graders have already tasted a bit of glory as they handily won their first tournament of the year at the Bridgewater Kick-Off Classic.

Chester Lions Club Thankful For Oktoberfest Success

he Chester Lions Club 18th Annual Oktoberfest and Car Show was recently held at Chubb Park in Chester. The event was a resounding success by combining great family fun, community involvement and charitable fundraising.

The food was authentic German fare with marvelous desserts enjoyed by a hungry crowd. Ofcourse, a favorite of the event was the specially brewed Oktoberfest beers. Attending families also enjoyed the many activities for young and old alike, including live music by Die Spitzbaum, a Car Show, rides and games.

The community was instrumental in the event’s success. Numerous volunteers were involved from civic-minded individuals, the Harrington Family, R&R Construction, the Chester Township Police Department, the Chester Volunteer Fire Department, local Boy and Girl Scouts, the service clubs at West Morris Mendham High School and West Morris Central High School, Daytop

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With that support the Chester Lions Club will continue its mission to help others. In previous years the proceeds from the Oktoberfest have been donated to numerous charities including sixteen different charities related to sight conservation, the Seeing Eye, NJ Battered Women’s Shelter, Community Hope natural disaster relief as well as local organizations such as local food banks, Fire Departments and First Aid Squads.

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Warm The Chill With Best Chili In The Area

By Cheryl Conway ith the chill in the air, everyone seems to crave that comfy food to warm their insides like hot chocolate, tasty soups and spicy chili.

As a specialty throughout the season, Fresco Mexican in Chester will be serving its award winning chili.

Co-owner Marco Rojas along with his Head Chef Noe Hor Veliz and staff of Fresco Mexican recently won first place in Chester’s third Annual Harvest Celebration for his Smoked Pork Black Bean Tomatillo Chili.

Co-sponsored by Historic Chester Business Association (HCBA) and French’s Food Company, Fresco Mexican has competed for three years in the food fest, winning two years in a row for its chili. This year’s contest was held on Perry St., Sat., Oct. 15, from noon to 3 p.m., with restaurants competing for best soup, chili and dessert. The catch to this year’s contest was the participants had to use ingredients from French’s Food Company.

“It worked for us,” says Fresco Mexican Co-Owner Carlos Cervantes. “This

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year we had to use their products. That’s what brought us to the win. He won.”

Out of ten contestants for the chili cook off from area restaurants such as in Morristown, Hackettstown and Madison, Rojas and Cervantes were thrilled to be selected as first place chili contest winners selected by judges’ choice blind taste test, says Cervantes. The judges were from CCM Culinary Arts Department, “Edible Jersey” Magazine and French’s Food Company.

Rojas was “over the

top,” when he found out he won, says Cervantes. “He was ecstatic. We went up against some really good restaurants.”

Cervantes would not reveal Rojas’ secret recipe but says “it’s very fresh; nothing is canned.” The pork is roasted in banana leaves, resulting in its smoky pork, chili flavor.

“We use roast pork, black beans, smoked Mexican Chiles,” describes Rojas on the ilovechester. com food fest site. “We had to come up with a recipe, original recipe,” he says.

“We do our own roast pork

with black beans and tomatillos that makes it so unique, and smoked chili which gives all the flavor to our final dish.”

Rojas describes one of the best things from his cooking. “It is a big joy watching our customers taking the first bite and seeing the big smile on their face.”

Known for its authentic Mexican cuisine, Fresco Mexican typically does not feature chili on its menu.

But since Rojas’ creation was such a hit, the owners decided to keep it on the menu as a “seasonal spe-

Coffee With A Cop Breaks In At Library

ome and meet the officers of the Washington Township Police Department during Coffee With A Cop. “Coffee with a Cop is a national program which brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other.”

Registration is limited to the first ten to sign up. If the meeting is full once signed up, residents will be placed on a list for the next meeting. Register through Chief Jeff

Almer at jalmer@wtpdmorris.org. Meetings will be held every other month.

The first meeting will be Dec. 6, 2016 at 10:30 a.m., at the Washington Township Public Library. Come meet Almer and the police commissioner. A different officer or unit will be featured at each meeting.

Meetings for 2017 are currently scheduled for February 28, 2017, April 25, 2017, and June 27, 2017.

Coffee is provided courtesy of WTPL.

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cial” through the fall and maybe let it linger into the winter. Customers can try the chili for lunch or dinner with nachos, stuffed burritos or roasted chili relleno.

“Chili is more American” cuisine, says Cervantes. But with Rojas’ incredible background as a former executive chef of the Black Horse Pub in Mendham and Short Hills Club in Short Hills, his chili creation is that good.

Rojas, from Guadalajara Mexico, developed his regional style of Mexican cooking in his mother’s kitchen. It was there where he learned how to use the fresh produce, cheese, and meats from the local merchants.

He relocated to New Jersey in the late 80’s, working in those various restaurants before joining Cervantes in opening Fresco in Flanders in 2006. The pair relocated

to Chester in 2010, opening Fresco Mexican. One year later, in 2011, they opened a unique gift shop right next door- Random Acts of Fresco - featuring hand-crafted artisan imports from countries such as Mexico, Peru, Guatemala, Haiti, and India “We have a beautiful trophy,” from the chili contest, says Cervantes, who moved to NJ from Key West in 1988. He had started his career in hotels at the famed Pier House Beach Club and Resort then managed various restaurants throughout the northern NJ area; including 15 years at The Madison Hotel in Morristown as a sales and catering manager.

Fresco Mexican is open seven days a week, Sun.Thu., 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Fri.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

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Churches Join Together To Bring The Nativity Story To Life

by Elsie Walker he story takes place at a time when people weren’t sure if they could trust anything.

The valued counsel that seemed to once guide them was gone. For a long time, they held on to what they’d always believed; but as time passed, they wondered.

When things seemed out of their control, could they trust that all would be well?

Though it might seem like modern day, the scene is the little town of Bethlehem and the story is the birth of the baby Jesus.

That story will be brought to life through the talents of six area churches sharing songs, skits, puppetry, bell music and poetry. The 14th annual Christmas Arts program is set to be held on

Dec. 4, at 5 p.m. at the Port Morris United Methodist Church in Landing. A free will offering will be taken.

The theme for this year’s program is “In God We Put Our Trust.” The story will share how Jesus’ mother, father, and the rest of those involved put their trust in God at a time when some wondered where’s God hand was in life.

During the annual event’s 14 years, various churches have shared their talents in telling the birth of Jesus. It is an intergenerational presentation with various age groups taking on roles. For some, it has become an annual tradition.

One of the mainstays is the husband and wife team of John and Cathy Bingham, representing The Flanders

United Methodist Church.

“Cathy and I have been doing this for a while now and it is one of the highlights of our holiday season,” said John Bingham.

“We enjoy looking for new or special music and then sharing it with others. And it’s important to keep the story of Christ’s birth alive for our children to learn, understand and appreciate God’s love. We like how the art program brings together people with different ideas and talents to share in the telling of this important story.”

This year the Binghams will be doing “O Holy Night” and “What Child Is This.” In addition, the Flanders church’s choir will also be on hand, to sing “Go Tell it On the Moun-

tain.”

Echoing Binghams’s comments about the program was Pam Laura, director of the children’s choir at St. James Episcopal Church in Hackettstown.

Another longtime participating group, Laura said, “We enjoy participating in the program because of its unique use of various forms of performance and wide age range of the performers to highlight the story of the nativity. It enriches the story while providing attendees and participants alike an opportunity to experience different forms of the performing arts.”

The children’s choir, made up of children ages four – 12, will be doing an original piece by Laura called, “Come Shepherds,

Come Sheep.” A unique thing about this choir is that it is a singing and signing choir. In the past, St. James Episcopal had a deal ministry. It no longer does, but

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Annual Senior Holiday Luncheon Planned

ashington Township Senior Holiday Party plans to be held on Mon., Dec. 12, from 11a.m.-3 p.m. at Minebrook Golf Club in Long Valley.

A delicious menu is all picked out to celebrate this joyous occasion with featured entertainment by famous Joey Arminio & “The Family,” and LV Middle School Orchestra.

A nonrefundable fee of $17 for residents and $23 for non- residents due before Dec. 5. To register, send a check made payable to WT Rec and mail

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to Washington Township Recreation, 50 Rock Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853.

For more information, call the recreation office at (908)876-5941.

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hester Recreation is looking for volunteers to help with ideas and assist with programs and events. To help out, e-mail the recreation director at recreation@chestertownship.org for more info and details.

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Youngsters Invited To Submit Letter To Santa

he Washington Township Recreation Department has made arrangements with Santa to accept mail for delivery to the North Pole beginning Nov. 14.

Township youngsters are encouraged to write a letter to Santa. Parents may either place the letter in the red drop box at the Recreation Department office or Washington Township Public Library, or mail it to: Washington Township Recreation, 50

Rock Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853, Attn: Santa Clause.

All letters should include the child’s first and last name and complete return address so that a response may be mailed.

Deadline is Dec. 15, no exceptions.

Youngsters will receive a personalized reply from Santa, by Christmas. For more information, call 908-876-594.

Churches Join Together...

continued from previous page groups from St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church in Netcong, Valley View Chapel in Long Valley, St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Morristown, and the host church.

Bell music will be provided by the Trinity Ringers of Trinity United Methodist Church in Hackettstown under the direction of Jill Fedon. The bell choir is quite accomplished and has played at some impressive venues.

“The Trinity Ringers performed with the Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland at Carnegie Hall in 2015; [they have] performed at Disney World through the Disney Performing Arts Program,” said Fedon. “As part of that trip, they also performed and volunteered at Give Kids the World, nonprofit “storybook” resort in Central Florida where children with life-threatening illnesses and their families are treated to week-long, cost-free vacations.”

Puppetry and skits done by members of

the host church round out the program.

“At Port Morris United Methodist Church, December is the most special time of the year,” said Pastor Nick Petrov. “It is a busy and hectic time of preparation for the holidays, but it is also a time for our ecumenical Christmas Arts program.

“Through the program, we declare that we are touched personally by God’s love.

The birth of Jesus is a profound and mysterious sign of God’s love for us. Each year, at the annual Christmas Arts program, the choir of Port Morris United Methodist Church, the puppet ministry, as well as the performers and soloists from the other churches make the joyful announcement that we can celebrate God’s love in unity despite the fact that we belong to different churches, denominations, confessions and faiths. This year, again, we will tell the Nativity story of Jesus’ love for all the earth. It is a privilege for Port Morris United Methodist Church to host such a joyful event.”

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ashington Township Public Library in Long Valley plans to offer “Lunch ‘n’ Learn: Medicare Options” on Mon., Nov. 28 at noon.

Health Insurance broker Andrew Vasta will review Medicare options and clear up misconceptions about Medicare. The state of NJ, Federal government, and drug manufacturers each have extra help available for medication costs with a free screening for qualification. These programs can save thousands of dollars based on medications.

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lunch is included. Registration is required at wtpl.org or by calling 908-876-3596.

“Generational Planning for Retirees” is set for Wed., Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. Join John Naphor and Lawrence Scoloveno, of Christopher Edwards Financial Associates, for a look at how parents and grandparents can pass on assets in tax advantaged ways. John and Lawrence have more than 50 years of combined experience in wealth management, and their organization, located in Chester.

The program is free and open to the public. To register, visit wtpl.org or call

Kids To Learn Healthy Cooking At Barn

egister for the Kids Healthy Cooking Class offered on Mon., Nov. 21, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at Highlands Ridge Barn. Cost is $15. Join Shop Rite Retail Dietitian Grace for an interactive cooking lesson, family style meal and relay games about nutrition and health. Geared

toward children ages 10-16, kids will have fun while learning how to care for their body with food and exercise while learning important life skills. Registration required, opened to all in the community. Please register on Community Pass.

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908-876-3596.

Coffee with a Cop is a national program which brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Come and meet the officers of the Washington Township Police Department. Registration is limited to the first ten who sign up. Those who sign up after the meeting is full will be placed on

the list for the next meeting. Please register through Chief Jeff Almer at jalmer@wtpdmorris.org. Meetings will take place every other month. The first meeting will be with the Chief and Police Commissioner. From that point forward it will feature a different officer or unit. Meetings are currently scheduled for Feb. 28, 2017; April 25 and June 27.

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Teens Provide Meals And Warm Essentials To Those In Need Through Renewal Congregation

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By Cheryl Conway eens throughout the area are getting in on the action by preparing meals for the homeless, donating to food drives for the local pantry and collecting outer gear to warm those living on the streets or in shelters.

The group called Social Teen Action Fellows just formed this fall through the Or Ha Lev Jewish Renewal Congregation in Roxbury.

About six teens, both pre and post bar and bat mitzva students, participate in this community action work for social justice.

The teens have been joining about 20 individuals affiliated with this congregation who gather at members’ homes to prepare meals and collect items to help those in need once a month for the past three years.

On Sun., Nov. 6, the group delivered gloves, hats and scarves to St. Lucy’s Shelter in Jersey City. Some members crocheted “gorgeous hats,” and scarves were made from cut winter flannel materials and fleece, describes Rabbi Debra Smith of Parsippany, religious leader at Or Ha Lev Jewish Renewal Congregation. “Members cut them and prepare them,” she says.

Providing meals also is a priority. Its next gathering is set for Sun., Dec. 4, to prepare more meals.

“Each first Sunday every month we make and deliver 175 meals to St. Lucy’s Shelter in Jersey City,” says Smith who is known as “Reb Deb.” All vegetarian meals, including sandwiches, salads and desserts are prepared and delivered by members.

Smith got connected with the shelter through Zamir Hassan, national organizer of the Faiths Against Hunger, when she heard him speak years back.

“We used to seek out homeless people in Jersey City,” says her husband, Neil Smith, a retired mohel who helps lead the services through his music. “Most would reside at the shelter.

We made the connection that the same people are going to the shelter. It’s much more efficient.”

The congregation also constantly collects and provides food to the Roxbury Food Pantry. Volunteers are currently collecting items for Thanksgiving meals such as cranberry sauce, stuffing and yams, says Smith.

“Our mission in addition to prayer is to serve the community,” says Smith.

“You serve without bias.

When our people bring food to the shelter, they don’t just drop it off, they go in.”

Smith, a long-time resident of Long Valley, began Or Ha Lev Jewish Renewal Congregation in 2013. She selected Succasunna as the congregation’s gathering place because of its central location to multiple towns seeking new denomination in Judaism, she says. The closest congregations of this denomination are in Monmouth and Philadelphia.

Or Ha Lev, which means “light of the heart,” is a new denomination in Judaism sought by individuals that “are just not satisfied with traditional forms that are out there,” explains Smith.

Its ideals come out of Hasidic Judaism, she explains, but “you wouldn’t recognize it. It uses traditional Judaism in terms of prayer, holidays and beliefs but has unique elements in prayer life. We do a lot a meditation, chanting, drumming, our services are musical. It’s presented in a very energetic and unique way.”

The congregation has grown from 12 individuals to 40 family members. The growing group forced her to move her services from her family room in her house to rented space at Redeemer

Aiden Rosenfield and Evan and Josh Zitomer come to prepare food each month and deliver the food to St. Lucy’s shelter.

Lutheran Church in Succasunna. For Passover last year, Smith organized an interfaith Seder for 60 people at the church.

“Part of my mission is to work in the interfaith community,” says Smith. “It’s called deep ecumenism which is a philosophy of engaging in other faith groups, build relationships and make this a healthier place.”

Friday night services are held at 7:30 at the church, and Shabbat services are

held one Saturday per month. Smith also provides individual instruction as far as Hebrew school lessons, adult education classes one Sunday a month and an adult Hebrew class. Without a building fund, dues are kept low with members paying $300 per person to join or $600 per family, says Smith. Annual dues include attendance to all of the High Holiday services.

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First Aid Squad And Fire Company Celebrate Dedication Of New Apparatus

hester First Aid Squad (CFAS) and Chester Volunteer Fire Company (CVFC) both celebrated new state-of-the-art apparatus with its members and town representatives during a dedication ceremony held Sat., Oct. 22. The event was officiated by Father Michael Drury, who serves as Chaplain for the CFAS and the CVFC, as well as other local organizations.

The new custom ambulance is a 2016 Ford F-450 4X4, built by PL Custom of Manasquan, and is the second rig that CFAS had built by this company. It is the first ambulance in CFAS history featuring a pick-up chassis and four wheel drive capability. No tax payer dollars went towards the purchase, as CFAS has been fortunate enough to pay for the ambulance with donations over the years.

Approximately 800 man hours went into planning and designing the ambulance by the CFAS ambulance procurement committee. The committee was assisted in the design and planning process by the Martinsville Rescue Squad, Mountainside Rescue Squad, Summit Fire Department and the Chester Township DPW. An exciting feature of the new rig is the Stryker Power Load Stretcher System. The electric lifting system allows the rig to become a bariatric-capable transport ambulance by making it safer and easier for first responders to load patients up to 700 lbs. into and out of the ambulance. The Stryker Power Load Stretcher accounted for approximately 11 percent of the total price tag for the ambulance, and was generously funded by the Chester Lions Club.

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the squad’s needs and requirements, include high visibility rear chevron striping, better functioning cabinet space, an LED lighting package, optimal functionality, ease of use and the latest technology available, including: a multiplex electrical system which controls all electronic features in the ambulance such as suction, lighting and oxygen.

CFAS President Cassandra Cline commented: “Our new ambulance is state of the art and will provide many years of quality service. I would like to thank the ambulance committee for all their hard work. I would also like to thank the Chester Lion’s Club for their continued support. They are an amazing group of people.”

CFAS Chief Michael H. Mastro said, “A lot of time and hard work went into designing and planning the best ambulance possible for our community and our members.

After many years of designing and riding in ambulances, we’ve learned what works well and what doesn’t in our fleet. The new ambulance reflects meticulous fine-tuning and I’m hoping to get at least 15 years of trouble free use out of the new EMS 53.”

The fire company also received a new rescue truck, Rescue 5, which is a 2015 Pierce Impel Heavy Duty Rescue.

Currently it is the largest rescue vehicle of its type located in Morris County. The rescue truck was specifically designed to accommodate the needs of Chester Borough and Township situated on Route 206 and Route 513. Rescue 5 brings state of the art technology with not only the chassis but the equipment it can carry. This truck has al-

lowed the Chester Fire Company to expand its basic fire response needs to that of heavy vehicle extrication, swift water rescue, ice water rescue, personal entrapment in machines and rapid intervention crew responses.

CVFC President Thomas C. Grego said, “A lot of time and effort was put in by several members of our organization to design Rescue 5. I would like to thank them for their hard work and dedication to this project. Their goal was to design a vehicle capable of meeting the current needs of Chester and projecting that 20 plus years into the future to allow for modification and upgrades to the vehicle and its equipment. The fire company would like to thank Chester Township and Chester Borough for providing the funding to purchase the vehicle.”

Teens Provide Meals... continued from page 17 a huge turnout” this year, says Smith, who attended rabbinical school for five years at Aleph Alliance for Jewish Renewal and has a masters in Jewish studies from Gratz College, both in Philadelphia. “We had many, many people who called who came.”

Family members come from “all over” including surrounding areas such as Randolph, Mt. Olive, Chester, Morristown, Hackettstown, Netcong and Morris Plains.

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Navigating The Holidays With Diabetes

rthritis is one of the most pervasive diseases in the U.S. and is the leading cause of disability. One out of every three Americans (approx. 70 million people) is affected according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. For most Americans who eat the standard American diet, which is highly inflammatory, begin experiencing symptoms by age 50. Fortunately, arthritis can often be managed with acupuncture and even more so when combined with an anti-inflammatory diet and acupuncture.

Two of the most common types of Arthritis are Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). OA is the most common form in the US affecting an estimated 21 million adults. OA begins with the breakdown of joint cartilage resulting in pain and stiffness. OA most commonly affects the finger joints, knees, shoulders, hips, and spine.

RA can affect many different joints and in some people, other parts of the body as well including the blood, the lungs, and the heart. Inflammation of the joint lining called the synovum can cause pain, stiffness, swelling, warmth and redness.

According to Chinese Medicine, arthritis arises when

mid a season of sweets and special foods, it sometimes can be challenging for diabetics to maintain their dietary discipline. But eating certain foods in moderation can help people with diabetes enjoy the flavors of the holidays without compromising their health.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says more than 29 million people in the United States have diabetes, while another 86 million adults have prediabetes.

One in four people with diabetes do not know they have the disease.

Managing diabetes is more than just avoiding candy and cookies. Foods with a lot of fat or those that are high in car-

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the flow of Qi (energy) in the meridians or channels becomes blocked. This blockage is called “bi” type pain and is not only widely studied but successfully treated using a combination of Acupuncture and Chinese herbs. As a matter of fact, one study found that Acupuncture was more effective for the treatment of arthritic knees than conventional Western medicine.

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine have been found to be extremely effective at treating the pain and inflammation associated with all types of arthritis. The Acupuncture points and herbs that are used depend on if the blockage is caused by the pathogen of wind, dampness, or damp-heat.

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Acupuncture is a safe alternative to medication without the negative side effects that come from Western pharmaceuticals. Your diet plays a crucial role in helping you avoid or control arthritis as well. The first objective of a healthy diet is to help you lose weight if you are overweight. Being overweight can cause additional stress to your joints.

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· Ask about foods. Don’t be shy to ask the host or hostess about what will be served. This will help you develop a strategy that will fit with your meal plan. · Limit alcohol consumption. Only drink in moderation and eat something beforehand to prevent low blood glucose levels later. Avoid drinks with high calorie mixers or ones packed with extra sugar. · Bring a dish. Make something that is diabetic-friendly and bring it to the party. Chances are someone else attending the party is diabetic and will appreciate having a healthy choice as well. · Opt for fruit. Choose fruit over sweets at the dessert table. If you bring a baked good, consider recipes with reduced sugar or ones that use a sugar substitute. · Control your portions. Fill up your dish with healthy foods, leaving only a small spot for something indulgent. · Test diligently. Now is the time to monitor your blood-sugar levels like a hawk. Monitor your levels more closely so you can see how holiday foods are affecting your levels and so you know if you need to make any adjustments. · Rebound quickly. Experts advise that if you go overboard on a particular day, get back on your feet the next.

Exercise, revisit meal plans and cut portion sizes.

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MCTS Students Tackle Washington Twp. OEM Emergency Disaster Trailer Project

hen a major western Morris County town needed a partner for an emergency preparedness project, it reached out to the teachers and students at the Morris County School of Technology who answered the call.

Students from auto body shop classes at MCTS fully restored an old trailer, which is now ready for action in Washington Township to haul supplies to emergency shelters in case of natural or man-made disasters.

“The Washington Township OEM contacted the school and asked if we could help,’’ said Auto Body Curriculum Instructor Louis Rosso. “They brought the trailer down to our school and the students went to work.’

“The teachers and students at the Morris County School of Technology should be applauded for their efforts,’’ said Freeholder Hank Lyon, the county governing board’s liaison to MCTS. “It’s another example of the great value of our county school for students from across the Morris County who attend it.’’

Washington Township is a sprawling municipality of 45 square miles. During major emergencies, such as Superstorm Sandy or Hurricane Irene-type events that struck a few years ago, the township could be required to open multiple shelters to handle the needs of its more than 20,000 residents.

After reviewing emergency response procedures, the Washington Township’s Office of Emergency Manage-

ment found that multiple shelters could be opened quicker and could deal more efficiently with the needs of stranded residents if all critical shelter supplies could be promptly transported from site to site using a tow-behind trailer.

Unfortunately, a tight municipal budget precluded an outright purchase of a new trailer, so the issue required a creative approach. The Washington Township Police offered an unused trailer that years ago had been for student DARE program training. Although serviceable, the exterior of the trailer was in bad shape and could not accommodate the required identifying township insignia.

Washington Township approached MCST to see if students in the Denville-based county school’s auto shop could help with the project. For auto body instructor Louis Rosso, it was a fitting challenge for his students.

The morning and evening auto body classes, including about 20 students, at MCST worked on the dilapidated trailer, sanding it, stripping old paint, getting off some heavy rust to bring it down to bare metal. Then then reversed the formula, added a two-part epoxy to the bare metal, preparing the surface and then coating it with a twopart epoxy paint to make it weather resistant and durable.

“It was a classic ‘win-win’ situation,’’ said Rosso. “Our students would get a technical challenge that could further their training and a community in need would get a workable solution to its problem.”

The project was a complete success, garnering a very

positive reaction from those who had seen the condition of the original trailer.

Washington Township thanked MCTS and its students and instructors with a Resolution of Appreciation. Township emergency responders Bruce Clark and Georges Chalemin called it a great example of partnership.

“Effective emergency response is all about working together, and you couldn’t ask for a better partner than the Morris County School of Technology,” said Clark.

For more information, call MCST at 973-627-4600 ext.277 or visit www.mcvts.org.

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Grab a jar of glazed, sliced carrots, slightly sweet and spicy, and ready to enjoy in numerous ways. They are also a great time-saving step for this delicious dessert.

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Iconic Morris County Dining Spot, The Black Horse Tavern, Reopens With A New Look And Flavor

elebrating more than 270 years in business, The Black Horse Tavern, the oldest restaurant in New Jersey, located in the heart of Mendham, recently reopened its doors following a month-long décor refresh and enhancements to its contemporary farm-to-table American menu. Originally a stage coach house in the mid-1700s, The Black Horse Tavern will, as it always has, embrace the traditions of fine dining by providing exceptional hospitality in a historic setting while using local produce and products from purveyors throughout the tristate area and even its own garden.

Last month, The Black Horse Tavern’s construction team from 40NORTH Restaurants, owners and operators of other well-known NJ dining concepts

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Additionally, The Black Horse Tavern’s seasonal menu underwent meticulous enhancements by its Corporate Chef, Kevin Felice, adding new mouthwatering items including Crab Tater Tots, Black Garlic Wings, Roasted Tomato Hummus, Angry Shrimp and an Apple BBQ Glazed Pork Porterhouse.

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ancing makes people feel happy and the Art of Dance school in Chester has been influential in making this “happy, magic” since 1969.

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“Estate planning is about more than just saving taxes,” says John Beyel, a lawyer and partner with McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP of Morristown and an expert in wills, trusts and estates.

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The Art Of Dance is also involved in the local community, especially around the holidays. The volunteer Travel Troupe is traveling local nursing homes in the area to entertain the elderly with their holiday show.

Adjacent to the dance studio is a phenomenal dance boutique, “The Essential Dance Shop.” It is fully stocked with the hottest brands in dance, activewear and gift items for the holidays. Looking for pointe shoes? The Essential Dance shop offers free pointe shoe fittings! Shop on Nov. 26, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., during its Small Business Saturday event for 20 percent-50 percent off everything in store and a free tote bag.

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Washington Twp. Recreation Plans Fun Afternoon With Santa

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Happy Thanksgiving from the Debra Burke Team Thanks to all of our clients, friends and neighbors for your continued support! As a result of your faith in referring us to your friends and colleagues we continue to grow year after year and provide service to so many of our wonderful local residents.

Wishing You and your Families a very Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving and Holiday Season!

Debra, Mike, Kim, Nicole, Joann and Jaclyn

THE DEBRA BURKE TEAM

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