Issuu

No. 18 Vol. 2

www.mypaperonline.com

February 2020

Ethan and the Bean Serves Great Coffee with Service from Special People

By Steve Sears am Donovan of West Caldwell, who was seeking to find a place for her son, Ethan, to work and was coming up empty, decided to create a life for him that, in her words, “was purposeful.” Ethan, who is 20 and attends school in Denville at Celebrate the Children, has autism, and has suffered with epilepsy since age 6. “I figured that no one was going to hire him, and I better just get with the program,” she says. Danielle Felter, who manages what Donovan has created, calls the venture thus far “trial and error” but at the same time “positive and very rewarding” for all involved. Welcome to Ethan and The Bean, a two-year-old 501 3c non-profit coffee shop, located at 98 Main Street in Little Falls which hires workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It opened at its current location in October 2019. The exclusive roaster of the shops coffee is Montclair’s Java Love Coffee Roasters, but the menu also includes, per the website, “…assorted pastries from We Knead the Dough, daily baked scones, muffins and donuts with gluten free, dairy free and vegan options.” Donovan started the coffee shop as a pilot program at Intensive Therapeutics in West Caldwell. A mock café was set up, and a 1,200 square foot kitchen where students at a summer camp learned how to grind and brew coffee and bake as well. The product was not initially sold to the public. Forced to look for a space, Donovan with some help found their current one, a lovely little shop with a few tables and a very homey atmosphere. When she saw it, Donovan exclaimed, “I said, ‘Oh my gosh this would be great!’” She also states, “This town (Little Falls) has been overwhelmingly supportive.” “He’s very relaxed,” says Donovan of her son, “and not

Photos courtesy of Debra Goggins

your typical person with autism. He really doesn’t have a lot of the behaviors.” Ethan loves what he does, especially filling the online orders because there is a start and a finish to the task. “Some of the jobs I like to do is grinding the beans and labeling the coffee bags,” he says via email. He also was busy during the Christmas season. “I like packing and shipping the holiday

SEE MENUS INSERTED IN THIS PUBLICATION

SEE OUR COUPONS INSIDE

4115 Town Center Way LIVINGSTON 973-369-7226

orders.” Thomas Krakoviak is seeking to be a future chef. He has worked in restaurant kitchens. He suffers with Asperger Syndrome, another form of autism. He is big on inventory and, in Donovan’s words, “very precise and methodical.” She says inventory is right up his alley. “You can always find continued on page 2

See our MASSAGE & FACIAL COUPONS INSIDE Livingston Town Center • 1180 Town Center Way • Livingston (973) 992-3388 • BeautyCoutureUSA.com

4175 Town Center Way LIVINGSTON 973.758.8108

Page 2 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Ethan and the Bean... continued from front page something for someone to be good at.” A clipboard is in his in Krakoviak’s hand. “It helps me on concentration, shows me how to pay attention to detail and how things are supposed to be prepared. I mean, I’m practicing latte art and it’s not that easy. I do it because it’s such a much more advanced challenge, just frosting milk the old-fashioned way is easy, preparing a container of latte with that milk is easy; I want to surprise the customers.” For him, the best thing about working at Ethan and The Bean is labor itself. “And the customers react, mostly positively.” He envisions soon baking fresh muffins, a future goal of the nonprofit.

have live entertainment every Friday from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.” As she speaks, she is sipping coffee next to the shop’s “Pay It Forward” wall, a special spot listing names of those who have indeed done the good deed. “I think it works because as a society you have to have patience, and I think a coffee shop is the perfect environment for that. It’s low pressure, it’s not that serious, and if we mess up your drink it’s not a big deal. It’s about talking to people, getting to know people, interacting with people.” “What we do,” adds Donovan, “and what we would like to do for the future is – our biggest mission is to employ people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. And also, at the same time, engage and educate society about persons with disabilities.” Donovan welcomes input from parents who have intellectual and developmental disabilities needs children. Visit www.ethanandthebean.com or call 973-826-9880.

Word gets around. “We had a man here from Manhattan today,” Donovan says excitedly. “He came here from Manhattan just because he read about it. I was like, ‘Oh my God – thank you for coming!”” Felter, a veteran coffeehouse worker, offers the following. “We

Photo courtesy of Debra Goggins

We’re Looking For Customers For Life! That’s Why We Offer The Best Combination of

SERVICE • QUALITY • VALUE

WE CARRY ALL MAJOR BRANDS OF TIRES Hundreds of Sizes in Stock Including SNOWS! LIVINGSTON TIRE COMPANY

WE’RE MORE THAN TIRES!

WITH THIS COUPON

56 E. Northfield Road • Livingston

973-533-0101

OFF

WHEEL REPAIR or WHEEL REPLACEMENT Not valid with prior purchases or other offers. Expires 3/15/20

Rotation • Balancing Factory Warranty • Mounting Tire Disposal • Alignment Check

HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 8-5:30; Sat. 8-2

www.livingstontire.com livingstontire07039@gmail.com WITH THIS COUPON

OFF

COMPUTER ALIGNMENT

*Plus Complete Safety Inspection Not valid with prior purchases or other offers. Expires 3/15/20

WITH THIS COUPON

NEW JERSEY STATE INSPECTION

50 (Reg. $59.50)

NJ Inspection Done By Appointment While You Wait Must present coupon at appointment. Not valid with prior purchases or other offers. Expires 3/15/20

Other tire stores may charge you up to $20 per tire for these items!

All Tire Prices Include FREE

Complete Auto & Light Truck Repairs

The only AAA Approved Auto Repair Center in Livingston

WARNING

WITH THIS COUPON

TWO WHEEL BRAKE RELINE CONVENTIONAL OIL CHANGE

FRONT DISC

• Install quality disc pads • Inspect rear brakes • Replace front rotors

REAR DRUM OR REAR DISC

• Install quality brake linings • Replace drums or rotors • Inspect wheel cylinders

20 $ 95 OFF $ Includes: Oil. Lube & Filter, 20 Complete 10-Point Check. OFF

Many American Cars/Metallic Pads Extra. Additional parts or service extra. Not valid with prior purchases or other offers. Expires 3/15/20

(Reg. $29.95)

Most Cars, Some Filters Extra. Please Call For Appointment

Not valid with prior purchases or other offers. Expires 3/15/20

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 3

I Remember Dad, Chapter 4:

Dad’s Love for the Old Morris Canal

By Richard Mabey Jr. y father had a great love for the history of the old Morris Canal. After all, his father, Watson Mabey, worked as an Engineer on Incline Plane Ten East in Lincoln Park. And, his grandfather, William Mabey, once owned and operated an icehouse along the banks of the canal. The Morris Canal was a page of New Jersey history that was near and dear to his heart. For over 20 years, my Dad served as the Vice President of the Lincoln Park Historical Society. And, in that time, Dad must have given well over a hundred educational talks on the old Morris Canal. Most of the talks that Dad gave, were at the Lincoln Park Museum. One of Dad's favorite subjects, for his many talks, was explaining the intricate mechanics of how an incline plane operated. I loved my Dad's style of public speaking and how he explained things to a group of people. Dad had a kindness in his voice. His love for the old Morris Canal would shine like a diamond, as he told the stories of the old canal that he remembered his father

Turano’s

telling him, when he was a boy. When Dad gave talks at the Lincoln Park Museum, they would always have cake and coffee afterwards. From town councilmen to mayors to state senators to college professors; so very many people of respected standings would then tell Dad how much they had learned from one of Dad's talks on the old Morris Canal. My Dad always graciously accepted their kind compliments with a certain graceful humble spirit. I loved my Dad, so very much. In March of 2006, Dad was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He passed away in May of 2006. I still deeply grieve his passing. I am deeply indebted to my father, for educating me so very well on the subject of the Morris Canal. Each and every one of us has within themselves, a sense of a calling to serve others. I know for my father that one of his many callings to serve others, was to educate people about the splendors and wonders of the old Morris Canal. I'd give an eyetooth, to once again hear and see my Dad

A photo of my Dad standing beside the educational model of a canal incline plane, inside the Lincoln Park Museum. Dad often used this great visual aid in his many talks on the history of the old Morris Canal.

give one of his talks on the history of the canal. In memory, from time to time, I return to that quaint and charming little museum

and imagine once again that I'm sitting in one of those old metal folding chairs, listening to one of Dad's talks.

Pizza, Pasta, Salads, Sandwiches, Wraps and More... Celebrate Valentine’s Week with our HEART SHAPED PIZZA

5 $20 2 OFF OFF OFF Any Order of Any Order of $

$15 or more

Not valid with any other promotions Exp.3/15/20

69 E. Northfield Rd LIVINGSTON•973-758-8111 WE DELIVER!

HEART SHAPED PIZZA

1999

+tax Toppings Extra PRE-ORDERS Accepted

FULL & CATERING MENUS ONLINE ORDER ONLINE

www.turanospizzalivingston.com CATERING for ALL OCCASIONS

NEW Cauliflower Gluten Free

12" Pizza

from Take-Out Trays to Providing Full Service including food, Wait staff, tables, chairs and everything you need for your event.

$30 or more

Not valid with any other promotions Exp.3/15/20

Any CATERING Order of $100 or more Not valid with any other promotions Exp.3/15/20

Family Family Family Special #1 Special #2 Special #3 16" Cheese Pizza, Chicken Parm Platter, Penne Vodka, 2 Liter Soda

2999

+tax

Not valid with any other promotions EExp.3/15/20

2-16" Cheese Pizzas $ 99

+tax

Not valid with any other promotions Exp.3/15/20

16" Cheese Pizza, 10 Buffalo Wings, Lg. Antipasto Salad Garlic Bread w/Cheese 2 Liter Soda

2799

+tax

Not valid with any other promotions Exp.3/15/20

Page 4 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

A VIEW FROM THE LEFT

In Defense of Iowa

EDITORIAL &

Opinions

e have reached that time in every presidential nominating year when distinguished, national opinion leaders beat up on Iowa and that admirable state’s influential role in determining the two major parties’ eventual presidential nominees and, therefore, the next president. The USA Today editorial board indicts Iowa for being “one of the least ethnically diverse states in the country” and its status as the first-in-the-nation presidential test every four years as “ un-American,” while Paul Waldman writes in The Washington Post that the Iowa caucuses “are a crime against democracy.” It is time someone stood up for Iowa and Iowans. It’s true that Iowa is neither very representative of the entire nation nor very average. Scholarly studies have ranked Iowa as tied for first place in percentage of the adult population who are high school graduates. Iowans are fourth highest in access to health care (more “representative” Florida and Texas rank 46th and 47th respectively in citizens’ access to health care); first in broadband access; and third highest in public libraries per capita. True, the Hawkeye State leads the nation in production of corn, soybeans and pork, but Iowans are at the top of the nation in literacy, and the state has the U.S.’s 14th lowest murder rate. But Iowa remains a small, rural state in the middle of the country. How representative can its voters be of the nation at large? The answer: amazingly so. In 1992, Democrat Bill Clinton won 43% of the national vote and the White House; in Iowa, Clinton won 43% of the vote. In 1996, winner Clinton carried 49% of the national vote and 50% of the Iowa vote. In 2000, Democrat Al Gore won the national vote by one-half of 1% and Iowa by one-third of 1%. Republican George

Mark Shields W Bush won reelection in 2004 with 51% of the national vote and 50% in Iowa. Democrat Barack Obama, in 2008, got 53% of the national vote and 54% of Iowans. In 2012, Obama was reelected nationally by a margin of 4% and in Iowa by 5%. In 2016, the exception: Donald Trump, who lost the national vote by 2% to Hillary Clinton, carried Iowa by a solid 10%. Yes, Iowa’s 2008 Democratic caucuses were 93% white, and those mid-American Caucasians made history by giving legitimacy and momentum to a freshman senator from Illinois, Barack Obama. In Iowa, the African American underdog won an upset victory over the heavily favored former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and was propelled to the top of the national polls. In fact, the rest of us owe Iowa our thanks. Iowans faithfully and earnestly fulfill their civil responsibilities by showing up at campaign town halls and listening and questioning the men and women who seek the White House. They take their responsibility seriously continued on page 6

DOWN

n November, I was banned in Boston after speech-squelchers on the left and right forced the cancellation of my lecture at Bentley University, a small private institution. The grassroots activists who had invited me were rejected by every major event venue in the nation’s purported Cradle of Liberty. The tail-tuckers cited security concerns or jacked up their rental fees to make it prohibitively expensive to gather peacefully to discuss -- gasp! -- ideas. Lou Murray of Bostonians Against Sanctuary Cities and Jessica Vaughan of the Center for Immigration Studies heroically persisted, pulling together a great event at a private home attended by 100 patriots who risked their privacy, friendships and even their jobs to listen to -- gasp! -- ideas. Soon after, a group of conservative students at the University of Maine, a publicly funded school, invited me to bring my nationalist message about who’s funding the destruction of America to their campus. This prompted the College Republicans’ faculty adviser, political science professor Amy Fried, to resign in protest. That led to the de-chartering of the CR group. Why? Because I refused to disavow other young students who have asked trenchant, pesky questions at Young America’s Foundation and Turning Point USA lectures about the GOP elites’ support of wage-suppressing, job-outsourcing, Democrat voter-importing policies that put American students, workers and families last. Many of those students follow a 21-year-old nationalist named Nick Fuentes, who hosts a program (for now) on YouTube and DLive in his basement called “America First.” Because I re-

Michelle Malkin fused to play the gatekeepers’ game of condemning every last joke or chatroom comment or tweet of someone followed by students whose questions I support, Fried believes that no students at her campus under her watch should be allowed to hear what I have to say about, well, anything. How strongly do University of Maine officials oppose the free association of college students who want to know more about my work? Yesterday, I learned from Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks general manager Ed Palmer and others that at least one University of Maine official -- along with dozens of others cancel culture jihadists galvanized on social media by an anonymous Twitter account called “Support Maine’s Future” -- had called to complain about the students and me after they posted an event notice last Friday. I reached out to top administrators, who did not respond by my filing deadline. I also wrote to Fried, who respondcontinued on page 6

Thumbs Tell It All! This feature shows negative statements with a thumb pointed down and positive statements with thumbs pointed up. Messages are not to exceed 40 words. You can submit your thumbs up or down by email thumbs@ mylifepublications.com. All submissions must include name, address and telephone number (for use by office for verification only); submissions without this information will not be printed. Negative comments should omit specific references to person(s), location(s), business(es). At the editor’s discretion, elected officials’ and township employees’ names may be allowed in addition to names of public organizations. MALJON LLC reserves the right to edit all copy. Limit is two submissions per week per household. 100% MailedNewspaper Flanders, NJ 07836

Maljon, LLC

Cancel Culture Strikes Again: Banned in Maine

S B UM

A VIEW FROM THE RIGHT

H 973-809-4784 H

H Publishers: Joe Nicastro & Mary Lalama H Graphics: Mary Lalama, Terri Armswood H Editor: Megan Roche

Sales: Joe@mylifepublications • Editorial: editorial@mylifepublications

Please e-mail all press releases and calendar information to hteditor@newviewmg.com. Advertising in the HomeTown News is affordable and effective. We are a “family friendly” publication and therefore reserve the right to accept only advertisements that appeal to the entire family; the final determination of which is made by New View Media Group. Views expressed in the HomeTown News are those of the respective columnists and writers, and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher, or the HomeTown News. Advertising is open to anyone desiring to reach the public and is subject to approval, revision and/or rejection at any time by the publisher. Many of the articles are paid for by the author and are in effect advertisements. Publication of any advertisement does not constitute, either implied or inferred, an endorsement of services, products or businesses advertised.

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 5

West Orange Father Daughter Duo, Matt and Riley Hahn, Become Overnight Singing Sensations

By Dawn M. Chiossi here the magic happens: Creative magic is intangible, yet people know it when they see it. That is surely the case with West Orange’s Matt and Riley Hahn. Making a great team, this father and daughter took YouTube by storm last winter when they performed a cover of “Shallow” from A Star is Born. Their duet, guitar, and ukulele performance from the heart resonated with viewers, touching their emotions, and soared to over five million views. An avowed “musical family,” this I.T. Security worker, and 9th grader from West Orange High School share much more than family ties. Both are warm, funny, and have a passion for creativity, music, and performing. For them, “Shallow” was just something born out of an impromptu desire just to have fun. The response from the public was both unexpected and amazing, throwing them both for a loop. “It was just something we were doing at the dinner table, going through “Shallow”

once or twice, and I decided to post it online.” Matt Hahn relates. “It really wasn’t that big of a deal. I’m not sure how the whole thing snowballed, but when a site called “Music Life,” decided to get involved, our rendition went viral. It was something that went from a few views to 100, to 1 million to 5 million. We were like, what’s going on?” he says incredulously. “Oh my God, it was crazy,” Riley agrees. They share that they had just decided to perform the song after seeing the Grammy Awards, and Matt Hahn immediately credits his daughter with the whole idea. “After I taught myself how to play the ukulele, (something that she had found in the attic..it was actually Matt’s), the next day I went downstairs and asked Dad if he wanted to do “Shallow” with me,” Riley tells. For both the Hahn’s music is a shared bond. Matt asserts that he started playing guitar soon after his Bar Mitzvah, quickly learning to play by ear. In addition to playing in a band, he wrote his own songs, something he still enjoys doing today. continued on page 8

NOW OFFERING 12" GLUTEN FREE PIZZA $12.75

FREE TOPPINGS BUY 2 MEDIUM 14" CHEESE PIZZAS GET ONE TOPPING

FREE

SAVE $3.50

EACH PIZZA

DINE IN • TAKE OUT • CATERING

HOME of the 24" PIZZA $6.99

DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS!

WE DELIVER

NOW DELIVERING

parts of LIVINGSTON & W.O. MEDITERRANEAN SPECIALS

THE CALDWELLS, ROSELAND, ESSEX FELLS, VERONA, CEDAR GROVE & FAIRFIELD

1. Vegetarian Platter

$8.49

Grape leaves, falafel, hummus, Tzaziki sauce & sm. fountain soda

2. Falafel Sandwich & sm. fountain soda $5 3. Hummus with side of pita

RUTGERS FAT SANDWICHES

$ 50 Only +tax

295 Bloomfield Ave. • CALDWELL • 973.403.7787 (Across from Roseland Ave.)

Order online www.cedargrillandpizza.com

Tues-Thur 11am-9pm • Fri-Sat 11am-10pm • Sun 12pm-8pm • Closed Mondays

FAMILY MEAL DEAL 1 LARGE 18" CHEESE PIZZA,10 WINGS, 8" CHICKEN PARM SANDWICH, 1 ORDER MOZZARELLA STICKS, 1 2-LITER SODA

SAVE $6.00

+tax

TOPPINGS ADDITIONAL

With coupon. Must mention coupon when ordering. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires 3/31/20

NEW COUPON

PIZZA PARTY SPECIAL

1 LARGE 18" CHEESE PIZZA 1 2-LITER SODA

SAVE $4.00

49 +tax

TOPPINGS ADDITIONAL

5 LARGE 18" CHEESE PIZZAS

only $

SAVE $8.75

+ TAX

OR 10 LARGE 18" CHEESE PIZZAS

100

only

SAVE $27.50

+ TAX

TOPPINGS ADDITIONAL

With coupon. Must mention coupon when ordering. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires 3/31/20

CEDAR GRILL

NEW COUPON

5 OFF

ANY ORDER $30 OR MORE

With coupon. Must mention coupon when ordering. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires 3/31/20

1 LARGE 18” CHEESE PIZZA,10 WINGS, 1 ORDER FRENCH FRIES, 1 2-LITER SODA

$ SAVE $7.00

99 +tax

TOPPINGS ADDITIONAL

With coupon. Must mention coupon when ordering. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires 3/31/20

Page 6 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Cancel Culture Strikes Again... continued from page 4 ed late Tuesday evening: “I never did that. Didn’t happen. Whoever told you I did is incorrect. Thank you for checking, as you received a false report regarding me.” I responded: “Too bad you didn’t pay me the same courtesy.” Adrienne Bennett, a Republican candidate for U.S. Congress (Maine, District 2), challenged the school’s bullying tactics: “Free speech is the cornerstone of a free democracy. We are hearing reports that administrators from the University of Maine pressured a private Maine hotel to cancel an appearance by conservative speaker Michelle Malkin. If true, this is a disturbing

development from Maine’s public, landgrant university,” she blasted. “All universities -- but especially those that receive public funds -- have an obligation to foster free speech and free inquiry. I support President Trump’s recent executive order on campus free speech. ... I am disturbed that academic elites would interfere to block this speech. For those who disagree with Malkin’s views, the answer is debate and discourse, not censorship.” My upcoming speaking schedule (for now) includes the New York Young Republican Club (Jan. 16); somewhere, hopefully, in Maine (Jan. 17); Liberty Forum of Silicon

In Defense of Iowa... continued from page 4 and then, on a cold winter night, hundreds of thousands of Iowans leave their homes and go to the local church hall, firehouse or school gym and spend a couple of hours declaring and defending their presidential preference openly in front of neighbors and friends. In the caucus, firefighters join shoulder-to-shoulder with nurses, teachers, retirees, students and small businesswomen in truly vibrant democracy. Here in Iowa, because Iowans give them a full and fair chance, the underfinanced, under-

Family Owned & Operated

dog candidate has a real chance. It was in Iowa that Jimmy Carter broke through and where George H.W. Bush’s upset win would lead to his being chosen vice president. Thank you, Iowa, for serving the nation so well. To find out more about Mark Shields and read his past columns, visit the Creators Syndicate webpage at www.creators. com. COPYRIGHT 2020 MARK SHIELDS DISTRIBUTED BY CREATORS.COM

Valley (Feb. 11); Michigan Conservative Coalition’s Battle Cry 2020, Troy, Michigan (Feb. 14); Arizona State University (Feb. 26); and San Diego State University (April TBD). A total of six organizations have now deemed me such a public menace that I’ve been barred from speaking at their venues or events: Mar-a-Lago (canceled by the Trump Organization after complaints by the Southern Poverty Law Center spread by left-wingers at the Miami Herald); Bentley University; the University of Minnesota (canceled at the behest of national leaders of the Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow); the New Jersey Right to Life Committee; an Indiana conservative group; and Young America’s Foundation. Why is this censorship campaign from both sides of the political spectrum happening? University of Maine College

Republican Jeremiah Childs astutely observed: “They’re doing this to delegitimize us because we’re popular.” Popular, peacefully expressed ideas that threaten establishment empires in both parties must be stopped. The pretense of free inquiry and association must be propped up by the tolerance hypocrites on the left and the culture warrior poseurs on the right. The illusion of “free speech” must be maintained by the keepers of the gate. Lying is lucrative. Telling the truth, controlled by no one, only gets you grief. Michelle Malkin ‘s email address is MichelleMalkinInvestigates@protonmail.com. To find out more about Michelle Malkin and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

Did You Know?

ccording to data from Statistics Brain, the American Cancer Society and Health Land, around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether, while 40 percent of smokers will try to quit this year. Quitting smoking is a popular New Year’s resolution, and a choice that can improve smokers’ health dramatically. Smokers

can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50. Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small, it is still worth the effort. Today there are many different plans, medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit.

Commercial • Residential Commercial: Handling unique needs of your business. Residential: Heating, Cooling, Air Quality & Home Comfort.

Serving Essex, Morris & Passaic Counties for Over 10 Years! Fully Insured FREE ESTIMATES on Replacement or New Units, and Ductless Mini Splits

$25 OFF

Your First Service Call With this coupon. Expires 3/15/20

EMERGENCY SERVICE CALL 973.670.9375

Contractors Lic. 13VH04064200 Master HVACR Contractor Lic. 19HC00052200

BE PROACTIVE! CALL NOW for your HEATING UNIT CHECK-UP & MAINTENANCE APPOINTMENT!

info@JMCoolingHeating.com • www.jmcoolingheating.com

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 7

I’ll Get Your Home SOLD and Find Your Dream Home

CALL FOR A COMPLIMENTARY VALUATION Award Winning Realtor, Staging Specialist, Relocation Specialist

Grainne Dugan

856.296.4757 Cell gsellsnj@gmail.com 327 Bloomfield Avenue • Caldwell, NJ 07006 973.226.1717 Office • 973.618-5930 Fax

West Orange High School Senior Elijah Millington Accepted to US Naval Academy

enior Elijah Millington has been accepted to the US Naval Academy in Annapolis for the 20202021 school year. "I am very excited to be attending the Naval Academy," began Elijah. "To not only have the ability to participate in the engineering major of my choice but also serve my nation and give back to my community is amazing. I’m proud to be a part of such a prestigious institution and inspire others all around me," he continued. Millington is a fouryear member of the WOHS AFJROTC and serves as the Squadron's Academic Representative. He is a member of the National Honor Society, French Honor Society, French Club, 3-D Print, and Private Pilate's License Clubs. In addition to excel-

lence in academics, he plays in the Jazz Band and is Captain of the Javelin Team and Co-captain of the Boys Basketball team. He plans to major in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering at the Naval Academy. "Anyone can reach their dreams if they work hard at what they love and believe in themselves," Millington stated.

Show Your Love With Great Gifts! JEANS TO BLACK TIE

including Sterling Silver & Costume Jewelry, Trendy Clothes, Evening Bags, Hats, Scarves & much more.

EXPANDED HOME ACCESSORIES...

Perfect for Hostess Gifts at AFFORDABLE PRICES!

LIVINGSTON TOWN CENTER 1110 Town Center Way LIVINGSTON • 973.994.0975 Mon-Fri 10-6 • Sat 10-5 Free

Gift Wrapping

Gift Certificates Available

www.pink-jewels.com

Pink Jewels Coupon

20 OFF %

JEWELRY & CLOTHING Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. Not valid with any other offers, storewide sales or gift certificates. May not be used on special orders. Expires 3/10/20

Page 8 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Father Daughter Duo...

continued from page 5 “Even now he still plays guitar all over the house,” Riley quips. At only 14, a theater enthusiast, Riley has already performed in a myriad of productions including Les Misérables as Young Cosette, (this when she was 12), an eclectic version of Shakespeare’s Comedy Of Errors, (In which she performed a musical solo), and enthuses that her true dream role would be to play the iconic Eponine in Les Misérables. Additionally, Riley had been selected as part of Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2017 Summer Music Theater Conservatory. For both the Hahn’s, their tastes in music is both broad and eclectic, enjoying different styles of music; their creative inspirations stem from Pearl Jam to Cindy Lauper, (it was Lauper’s True Colors that Riley had taught herself to play on the ukulele) to the Beatles, Beyonce, and more! But both Matt and Riley state that their biggest inspirations are each oth-

er. Not just for the talent, or expertise they give, but for the unconditional support and encouragement they provide for the other. For Matt Hahn, it’s all about being a dad and supporting Riley’s passion. When Riley travels all over to perform, Matt’s at her side, rallying around her, investing in her dream. “I always wanted the house to be music-positive.” Matt Hahn tells. “Part of being a dad is to enable passions, building things like the arts, and (having kids) express themselves in that way. Our job is to make sure that it blooms in the best possible nature. I want my daughter to go through the journey, to be creative, and explore different aspects of life, and expand their horizons. I wanted my family to know how to show excitement and chase the dream. That’s what it’s all about. It empowers them.” “I was raised on music,” Riley says. “I wouldn’t be where

I am without my parents’ love and support. I can’t imagine myself doing anything else. Performing is so much fun, there’s always something new,” she enthuses. More than just a cover of a popular song, or just another video, there’s something special about Matt and Riley Hahn’s version of “Shallow.” It’s the utter pride they have in each other, and the enjoyment that they are having that sizzles through the screen. “Even when I was at the airport in Texas someone came up to me and said, “Didn’t I see you on YouTube singing with a young girl? It was great!” Matt relates. Still not quite getting over the surreal quality of it all, he goes on to say, “It’s amazing that total strangers can get joy out of something like this, not only appreciating talent but taking it for what it is...people singing a song. It’s wonderful they are so appreciative.”

Caldwell University Receives National Science Foundation Grant to Support Science and Math Majors

aldwell University was awarded a National Science Foundation Division of Undergraduate Education Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) grant to support the retention and graduation of high-achieving, low-income students majoring in biology, chemistry, or mathematics. The federal grant of $650,000 was provided to develop the project, "Increasing Enrollment, Retention, Graduation, and Job Placement by Supporting the Connections of Commuter STEM Undergraduates to Faculty, Peers, and Industry".

Darryl Aucoin, Ph.D. assistant professor in the Department of Natural Sciences, says the grant will provide scholarships, academic student support and enhanced interactions between faculty and students. “Learning we received this grant that will provide academic support for science and math majors and boost scholarships is a wonderful holiday gift.” The five year award is under the direction of the project team of Aucoin and Department of Natural Science professors, Dr. Agnes Berki and Dr. Marjorie Squires, Associate faculty of the Mathematics Department Patricia Hayden and

Education Department adjunct lecturer Dr. Marisa Castronova. The project team will study how well their plans help commuter students develop meaningful relationships with resident students and with faculty. They anticipate that the project will generate new knowledge about the impact of supplemental instruction on commuter students' science identity, retention, degree attainment, and career choices. They hope these findings can help other colleges and universities across the country better support the success of STEM students who commute to campus.

973.335.6650

6 Fulton Street • Montville, NJ 07045 www.greenwoodtreeandlawn.com

Wishing you good times, good cheer, and a memorable new year! All of us at Greenwood Tree and Lawn want to thank you for your business, loyalty, and support in 2019. We hope to see you again in 2020 as we celebrate our 50th Anniversary! Services: LAWN • Renovation • Grub Control • Fertilizing • Weed Control • Liming • Core Aeration TREE • Pruning • Plant Health Care • Removal • Winter Protection • Tree Risk Assessment • Tick Control • Planting

FREE APPLICATION WITH FULL PROGRAM and mention this ad

• Protect Your Family & The Environment While Adding Value To Your Property • Protect Against Ticks & Fleas with Control Applications Starting at $79/application • Family Owned & Operated

TICK ALERT!

PROTECT YOUR FAMILY AGAINST LYME DISEASE

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 9

Page 10 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

21 Jewish Organizations Sign Onto Hazon Seal Of Sustainability

NJ Synagogue is 90th Participant in National Programs & 20 Other Jewish Groups

azon, the Jewish Lab for Sustainability, has reached a record 90th participant in its national Hazon Seal of Sustainability program, a comprehensive education and outreach program designed to help Jewish organizations to reduce waste and encourage healthier living. Congregation Agudath Israel of West Essex, based in Caldwell, N.J., joined the program. “This has been the year that a critical mass of people has started to really take the climate crisis seriously. It’s an issue in the U.S. elections. It’s an issue in the U.K. elections. Joining the Hazon Seal of Sustainability program demonstrates that Jewish institutions are stepping up to take responsibility and have committed to making changes. Synagogues, churches and not-for-profits generally produce an excess of waste. Think about all the Styrofoam cups and plates, mountains of plastic silverware, and uneaten food that is thrown into landfills. The Hazon Seal of Sustainability incorporates education, action and advocacy. Education means learning about the consequences of our behaviors. Action means changing them. And advocacy means speaking up more widely,” said Hazon Founder and CEO Nigel Savage. “We are excited that Congregation Agudath Israel of West Essex and its visionary rabbinic and lay leadership has joined us at the forefront of fighting the environmental crisis.” The Hazon Seal of Sustainability is an annual program

that provides guidance and support to advance sustainability related education, action and advocacy for Jewish institutions, organizations and the community more broadly. Hazon provides a roadmap to healthier food, less waste, lower carbon footprint and more. It has created a community of like-minded individuals who together are creating the Jewish response to the climate crisis. Institutions participating in the Hazon Seal of Sustainability program first audit their environmental impact then commit to making significant and long-lasting improvements. Congregation Agudath Israel has planned a plethora of activities including environmental Shabbats, sustainable kiddushes, an interfaith Tu B’Shvat gathering, speakers and a Jewish cemetery cleanup. The congregation led by Rabbi Alan Silverstein intends to educate congregants about environmentally conscious practices throughout the year. In addition to Congregation Agudath Israel, 20 other Jewish institutions have recently joined the program. They include: Boulder Jewish Community Center (Boulder, CO); Congregation Beth Ahm (West Bloomfield, MI); Elon University Sklut Hillel Center (Elon, NC); Farber Hebrew Day School-Yeshivat Akiva (Southfield, MI); Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island (Providence, RI); Jewish Community Center of Metro Detroit (West Bloomfield, MI); Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit (West Bloomfield, MI);

Temple Israel (West Bloomfield, MI); Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit (Bloomfield Hills; MI); Rabbinical School of Hebrew College (Newtown, MA); The Board of Jewish Education DBA The Jewish Education Project (New York; NY); The Center for Small Town Jewish Life at Colby College (Waterville, ME); West Marin Jews (Forest Knolls, CA); Woodstock Jewish Congregation (Woodstock; NY); and Young Israel of Southfield (Southfield, MI). Five new member organizations are supported by Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago: Beit Yichud (Chicago, IL); SketchPad (Chicago, IL); Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership (Chicago, IL); Fiedler Hillel at Northwestern University (Evanston, IL); Skokie Valley Agudath Jacob Synagogue & Kol Sasson Congregation (Skokie, IL). Hazon has set a goal of tripling the number of program participants within the next three years. Founded in 2000, Hazon is the largest faith-based environmental organization in the U.S. The organization has created a comprehensive program to inspire, activate, educate and support the Jewish community’s commitment to mitigating climate change. The Hazon Seal of Sustainability guides Jewish organizations and their members to become healthier and more sustainable. For more information, visit: https://hazon.org/.

Kidz World Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics At Kidz World Pediatrics Dentistry & Orthodontics, we are dedicated to providing comfortable care for your child’s teeth!

The dental group kids LOVE and their parents trust!

NAME: M ___ik __e__L_a__t_e_in__e r, D ____M __D_,_M ___S NAME: Am ____i__D_h_a __d_u__k_,_D __M__D______ NAME: De ___n_is_e__K__it_a_y, D ____D__S_, _M __M __S__c

218 Ridgedale Ave. • Suite 203 • Cedar Knolls 973-585-6756 • kidzworlddental.com

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 11

Would You Like An Experienced Dentist Help You Plan Your Implant Treatment? Come in for a free consultation

HELEN P. CHIU, D.M.D., P.A. Fellow of Academy of General Dentistry One Place For All Of Your Dental Needs

973-377-0224

248 Columbia Tpke. • Florham Park www.chiudentalcare.com On Call For Emergencies - 24 Hours A Day!

Over 20 Years Experience in Comprehensive Dental Care and Cosmetic Dentistry • On Time Scheduling • Extractions • Digital X-Rays • Advanced Tissue/Bone • Saturday Early Morning • Root Canals • Nitrous Oxide Regeneration for Implants ® & Evening Appointments • Complete Periodontal • Lumineers Laminates • Surgical & Restorative Implants Available Treatments • Emergencies Seen Same Day

IMPLANT DENTISTRY Recently, a patient came to Dr. Chiu with a loose full denture in her upper jaw. It turned out she just had her teeth extracted last year and the new denture was put in. Since that loose upper denture was made, she had been unhappy with the situation. She inquired about the possibility of a fixed bridge supported by implants. After careful examination, Dr. Chiu decided she would need very extensive bone repair in her sinuses, done in stages to allow her to have implants placed. This could take two years, because she is already wearing a removable denture. It interferes with the normal bone repair process in the other areas of her upper jaw. That’s why planning ahead is crucial when it comes to a treatment of an implant-supported fixed bridge, especially before the teeth are extracted. Often times, a lot of the “prep” work is done while a couple of teeth remain in the mouth to hold up a fixed temporary appliance. This allows for a faster healing time and more optimal placement of implants to support a fixed bridge.

Come and visit Dr. Chiu, who has placed and restored implant-supported fixed and removable prosthesis for many years. Your comfort and convenience are always Dr. Chiu’s top priorities. To know more about these procedures, please call (973) 377-0224. We are always happy to answer any questions you may have. To receive a COMPLEMENTARY IMPLANT CONSULTATION, simply mention this article during your appointment. Offer expires March 31, 2020.

Ask us about our available financing options Care Credit We accept

FREE ORAL EXAM AND

FULL-MOUTH SERIES X-RAYS (A $312 VALUE)

New patients only. Not to be combined with any other offer including Care Credit. One per family. Expires 3/31/20

TEETH WHITENING

360

+ TAX

Not to be combined with any other offer including Care Credit. One per family. Expires 3/31/20

Page 12 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

West Orange Resident and Marine Corps Veteran Celebrates Winning Home-Based Travel Agency Franchise

ream Vacations, the number one travel franchise for military veterans, announced that West Orange resident and Marine Corps Veteran David Alexander is one of five military veterans to win the eighth annual nationwide contest “Operation Vetrepreneur: Become Your Own General.” Corporal Alexander received a free travel agency franchise valued at $12,700. Corporal Alexander was one of 300 applicants to apply for this annual business plan contest, which was open to former members of any of the five branches of the U.S. military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard) who were retired, off active duty and/or honorably discharged prior to the contest start date in May. He participated in a rigorous three-part application process which included creating a business plan, video essay and phone interviews. “My vision is to provide a world class travel experience for my customers by helping provide fun, enjoyable and relaxing vacations,” said Corporal Alexander. “I’ve always had a passion for traveling and meeting new people, and this passion will translate to a positive customer service experience for my clients.” As a Dream Vacations franchise owner, Corporal Alexander is now part of the World Travel Holdings’ family of brands, one of the top travel retail networks in the world with incredible buying power with every major cruise line and many tour operators, resulting in exceptional low prices and exclusive offers such as upgrades, discounts and more. As the only travel franchise to receive a 5 STAR ranking from VetFran, Dream Vacations proudly supports military veterans and is consistently recognized by leading industry publications as a veteran-friendly franchise. It was ranked the #1 franchise for veterans by Entrepreneur magazine in 2019, and other recent number one rankings include Military Times and Forbes. Additional recognitions include inclusion on G.I. Jobs annual “Hot Franchises for Veterans,” US Veterans magazine’s “Top Veteran-Friendly Companies”, USA Today’s “50 Top Franchises for Military Veterans” and recognition by MSC Cruises in its Seaside Salute Award. The Operation Vetrepreneur program won gold from the Travel Weekly Magellan Awards and the IFA Franchising Gives Back Awards. For more information about the contest or to book your next dream vacation with Corporal Alexander, please call (862) 800-5472 or visit www.DreamVacations.com/DAlexander.

91-Year-Old West Orange Poet Still Loves Writing

By: Megan Roche or West Orange resident Sylvia Kramer, writing has been her art form since she was a little girl. She remembers fondly the stroke of pencils on paper as she collected her thoughts on a multitude of different topics. That bright-eyed little girl never lost sight of her love for the art, still writing poetry today, at the age of 91. “I’ve written all my life, I must have started at the age of nine years old. I was drawn to writing, especially when I was young. I was very intrigued by the art and I realized that poetry can really help you live your life more fully.” Kramer said. Kramer was born in New York, but at only four pounds, doctors suggested to her parents that a move to a warmer climate may help save her life. The family moved to California until Kramer was five. When they moved back to the New York area, Sylvia stayed there until she married. After getting married, she moved to New Jersey. Her earliest memories of writing are that of poems. She recalled her first poem being about how she hated school, which made her teacher so upset that she kept Sylvia after school after ripping up her poem and throwing it away. Even though that happened, Sylvia still kept her writing alive. Sylvia’s career took her in the path of a poetry therapist. “When I was nine years old, I wrote the following: I hate to go to school, the teacher teaches me the rule, she teaches me to read and write and all she cares is that I’m polite. I learned at a young age that poetry and language have a

great effect. If this nine year old can upset a teacher that much, that’s when I knew.” As a writer, Kramer was able to capture many interviews with many famous faces. One that sticks out in her mind the most was working alongside famed poet Allen Ginsburg. She attended a reading that Ginsburg did at a local JCC. She wrote a letter following his reading and formed quite a bond with Ginsburg and his father. She has written for the New York Times, local publications, authored a book, periodical articles and more. She has no formal training, but took courses at The New School in New York. She also taught at many different seminars and college courses throughout her life. “To have a student blossom in front of your eyes, there is no greater feeling. I loved teaching more than anything I’ve ever done in life.” Kramer said. Her passion for her art form is still there and she still writes when the inspiration strikes her, and sometimes it strikes in the most unlikely of places. Kramer shares the following piece of wisdom to the younger generation about writing and finding the passion in your life. “It’s my belief that it’s a very natural ability that people have. Everything has rhythm and people need to be introduced to writing and once they are, it opens up many many doors to other things throughout life.” Kramer said. Kramer’s book, Velvet and Stone, is available for purchase on Amazon.com.

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell Life • February 2020 • Page 13

Full Mouth Dental Implants

or some people, there comes a point when they say to themselves, “OK, it’s time I did something with my teeth.” Dental implants might be a solution, and full mouth dental implants or All-On-Four® might be appropriate. Reasons for this epiphany can vary greatly, and might include: frustration with constant pain, bleeding gums, a smile that they are ashamed of, inability to chew and eat, or dentures they just can’t wear. Dental implants can help with all of these issues. They can provide comfort, stability, increased chewing efficiency, and improved self-esteem. Overall health improvement is another result reported by people soon after implant treatment is completed. Dental implant treatment options can vary greatly: 2 to 6 implants can be placed to stabilize a denture, individual implants can be placed to replace missing teeth, or 4 to 6 implants can be utilized to provide permanent teeth. This last option is called All-On-Four®, or full mouth dental implants. This option is appropriate when all remaining teeth require removal, but it is very important to understand this is not everyone’s situation. Oftentimes, people arrive to my office thinking this is what they require, and they are pleasantly surprised when I can present multiple options to them, and some of these options help them to keep their teeth. In the All-On-Four® option, any remaining teeth are removed, 4 to 6 implants are placed, and teeth are attached to the implants. These 3 steps are typically performed in one appointment, so the patient is able to leave the den-

tal office with teeth the same day. It should be noted that these are temporary teeth: the final teeth will be fabricated approximately 4 to 6 months later. All-On-Four® has revolutionized implant dentistry. Although more expensive than dentures, it is less expensive than traditional full-mouth implant reconstruction. Costly and time-consuming grafting can oftentimes be avoided, too. Furthermore, pain levels are significantly decreased. People sometimes think they are not implant candidates because of their age. This is a misconception. In fact, as a person ages, it becomes more important to be able to eat so that proper nutritional needs are met. Dentures do not provide proper biting force to chew food, plus they weaken the jaw. Implants improve chewing ability, and strengthen the jaw as compared to dentures. A person’s health is a key factor when considering implants,

not age. Who should perform dental implant procedures? Only well-qualified dentists who have had extensive training in implant dentistry. Some patients think they have to see an oral surgeon or periodontist (gum specialist). This is not true. It is not so important as to what type of dentist places them, but rather how much training and experience they have. Also, don’t forget that there is a second part to the implant once it is placed: one or more teeth have to be placed on top of the implant. If an implant is placed while ignoring this second part of the treatment, disastrous results may follow. One reason many people seek out my office is because we perform both phases of implant dentistry (placement AND restoration) in the same location: patients do not have to see multiple doctors in multiple offices. About the author: Dr. Ira Goldberg has been performing implant procedures for 24 years. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology / Implant Dentistry, a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He performs all phases of implant dentistry at his office in Succasunna, NJ. He lectures to dentists in the field of implantology. For a free consultation, including a free 3-D scan (if necessary), please call his office at 973-328-1225 or visit his website at www.MorrisCountyDentist.com Dr. Goldberg is a general dentist, and also a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Ask about the

Buy Two Pink Cups, Get One Pink Cup of Equal or Lesser Value Free. Cannot be combined with other ofers or promotions. Limits and restrictions may apply. Offer subject to chnage.

Gift Promotion

16% OFF

Livingston Town Center 1180 Town Center Way Livingston • (973) 992-3388

BeautyCoutureUSA.com MICROBLADING AFTER

BEFORE

Gift Certificates Available

FOR NEW CLIENTS

50% OFF 1st FACIAL FOR WOMEN, MEN & TEENS

Not valid with other promotions. Expires 3/15/20

FOR ALL CLIENTS

SWEDISH MASSAGE 1 HOUR

Not valid with other promotions. Expires 3/15/20

Allergen-Free • Gluten-Free Vegan • Nut-Free Plant-based • All Natural No Artificial Ingredients Contains Probiotics Kosher

CATERING FOR ALL EVENTS

CAKES IN STOCK

Valid at Livingston only. Excludes parties, gift cards. Expires 3/15/20. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. CR

10% OFF $1

OFF

PURCHASE OF $5 OR MORE

Valid at Livingston only. Excludes parties, gift cards. Expires 3/15/20. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. CR

4115 Town Center Way • LIVINGSTON • 973-369-7226 Free indoor parking • Hours: Sun. - Thurs. 12pm - 9pm, Fri. & Sat. 12pm - 10pm

Page 14 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Saint Valentine’s Day; the Legend

By Henry M. Holden ost of us are familiar with St. Valentine’s Day. Every February 14, people exchange Saint Valentine’s Day messages of affection, love and devotion around the world. According to the History Channel, approximately 150 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged on Valentine’s Day. That makes it the second most card sending day in the world. Why is it the most important human emotion is so poorly celebrated and lost in a ritualistic exchange of chocolates, silly cards, and stuffed animals? At least one movie, a romantic comedy, was produced in 2010 about the day. The movie follows nearly two dozen people as they find and lose love in all its many forms over the course of the title day. Critics called it, “glib, shallow, lame, and stale” so it is no wonder the movie yielded only an 18-percent score on Rotten Tomatoes. But that one bad apple should not spoil the barrel, and why the day is celebrated. The American Film Industry listed their 100 best love stories with Casablanca (1942) coming in at number one. Number 100 is Jerry McGuire (1996) and number 50 is Shakespeare in Love (1998). Strangely, in the 20 years since Shakespeare in Love there has not been a love story added to the list. The day became infamous for a short time when seven members of Chicago’s North Side Gang were gunned down in a garage in what became known as the “St. Valentine’s Day Massacre.” It remains one of Chicago’s darkest moments but has never darkened the spirits of lovers on that day. St. Valentine’s Day is also clouded by fanciful and mysterious legends. The traditional observance of Saint Valentine’s Day comes from an early pagan ritual of Lupercalia and Christian legends surrounding the martyrdom of a priest. Historically, Valentine’s Day has nothing to do with love. Little is known of the saint’s life, but most church historians believe he is at least the namesake of the holiday. If we look back on the origins of romantic love, we find the custom emerged long after the saint died. There are several legends surrounding Saint Valentine’s Day. The story of St. Valentine’s Day begins in the third century with the Roman Emperor Claudius ll. According to one legend, Claudius had prohibited marriage of young men, claiming bachelors made better soldiers. Valentine, possibly a

priest, continued to secretly perform marriage ceremonies until he was eventually apprehended by the Romans and put to death. The most documented legend is the story of a priest/physician name Valentinus who fell in love with the daughter of Claudius’ jailer. Contrary to popular belief, he was not initially a Christian priest but a pagan healer. It was during the Roman persecution of the Christians that Emperor Claudius had ordered all Romans to worship twelve gods. He had also made it a crime punishable by death to aid or associate with Christians. As a healer, it was Valentinus’ job to help people. Not even the threat of death could keep him from practicing his healing arts. Eventually they arrested him for helping Christians. Ancient Rome did not have a speedy trial in their judicial system, and Valentinus languished for months in his stone cell. While in prison, he met many Christians and saw the dignity and conviction they had in their faith. Their strength gave Valentinus the strength he needed, and he converted to Christianity. Over the months he became friends with a jailer. The jailer, seeing Valentinus was a man of learning, asked if he could bring his blind daughter to Valentinus for lessons in Roman history. His daughter’s name was Asterius (some say Julia) and she was quick to learn. Valentinus read the history of Rome to her, described the world of nature, and taught her the Word of Jesus Christ. Asterius saw the world of Jesus through Valentinus’ eyes. She trusted him and found comfort in his quiet strength. Asterius wanted to see the world of Jesus through Valentinus eyes. “Valentinus does the Lord really hear our prayers?” she asked him one day. “Yes, my child, He hears each one.” “Do you know what I pray for every day?” She queried. “I pray that I might see. I want to see everything you’ve told me about.” “The Lord does what is best for us if we will believe in him.,” Valentinus said. Valentinus’ faith in the Lord was unswerving. “Let us kneel together and pray to the Lord Jesus Christ for strength.” As they knelt in prayer, a brilliant light invaded the prison cell. Asterius cried out, “Valentinus I can see! I can see!” “Praise be to the Lord,” exclaimed Val-

entinus. After calming Asterius the two knelt in a prayer of thanksgiving. In those days, declaring a miracle in the name of Jesus Christ sealed his fate. On the eve of his death, Valentinus wrote a note to Asterius urging her to stay close to the Lord and pray for strength. Valentinus, resigned to his own death, did not admonish his captors. He wrote to Asterius that it was God’s will. He signed a note “from your Valentinus.” On February 14, 270 A.D., Valentinus was clubbed to death and beheaded near a gate in Rome now called Porto Valentinus in his memory. Asterius secretly planted a pink-blossomed almond tree near his grave in what today is the Church of Praxedes. Today, the almond tree remains a symbol of love and friendship. Several centuries went by and slowly Christians were able to emerge and publicly display and practice their faith. The pagan Romans, now in a minority, still celebrated the feast of Lupercalia which had been popular from around 4-B.C. The church decided it was time to replace the pagan custom with a Christian observance. The pagan celebration honoring Lupercus, was the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Pan, a deity of fertility. It involved a bloody animal sacrifice, one of the many pagan customs abhorrent to the Christians. The names of teenage women were placed in a box and drawn at random by adoles-

cent men. The feast had all the trappings of a young man’s rite of passage. Determined to end this eight-hundredyear-old practice, the church sought a saint to replace the deity Lupercus. Since Valentine’s death fell on the eve of the feast, he was a convenient candidate to usurp the popularity of Lupercalia. In 496 A.D., Pope Gelasius outlawed the mid-February Lupercalia feast. The pope was clever enough to retain the random selection, aware of the Roman’s love for games of chance. In the box that was once held the names of available and single women, he replaced the names with the names of saints. Both Christian men and women drew slips of paper and were asked to emulate the life of the saint’s name they drew for the coming year. The spiritual overseer of this “game” was St. Valentine. For the women to draw the names of the saints must have disappointed many Roman males. Rather than be cut out of the picture and replaced by a saint, the young Roman men established a custom of offering women they admired a handwritten greeting of affection. They tied it into the drawing of the saint’s names and the greetings eventually acquired St. Valentine’s name. With the passage of still more time Christianity spread throughout the world. The Romans and other pagans slowly recontinued on page 16

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 15

Page 16 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Did You Know?

Cigarette smoke may be a personal health hazard, but it also can be classified as an environmental risk. The Clean Air Council states environmental tobacco smoke, or ETS, contains more than 4,000 substances. Of those, 40 are known to cause cancer in humans or animals. ETS also is responsible for an estimated 150,000 to 300,000 lower respiratory tract infections annually in children under 18 months of age. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety defines ETS as the second-hand smoke from someone else’s cigarette, cigar or pipe smoke. It also can be described as the residual material from tobacco smoke in indoor air. Breathing in ETS may be referred to as

Saint Valentine’s Day...

“passive smoking” or “involuntary smoking.” Solid particles that make up about 10 percent of tobacco smoke include tar and nicotine. Gases and other vapors represent the rest of tobacco smoke and may include ammonia, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and vinyl chloride. Various studies suggest that passive exposure to ETS over an eight-hour day is comparable to directly smoking one to three cigarettes. Smoking tobacco can harm the environment in other ways, too. Discarded cigarette butts end up in lakes, streams and on the ground, ultimately contributing to the pollution of soil and water and cause harm to animals.

Did You Know? Daylight savings time, when clocks are moved forward one hour ahead in the spring and set back one hour in the fall, was initiated to save energy on artificial lighting and make better use of daylight. DST was implemented roughly 100 years ago, but conceived much earlier than that. Today DST is in use in more than 70 countries across the globe, affecting about one billion people every year. Despite the well-inten-

tioned purposes behind DST, little evidence exists to support DST as an effective means to saving energy. In 2016, DST will begin at 2:00 am on Sunday, March 13, and end at 2:00 am on Sunday, November 6, in the United States and Canada. However, Hawaii, most of Arizona, most of Saskatchewan, and some regions of British Colombia, Nunavut, Quebec, and Ontario will not observe DST.

continued from page 14 linquish their customs and replaced them with the Lord’s word. The affectionate greeting also spread with Christianity. By the 16th century, Valentine’s Day cards had all but eliminated the lottery of saints. St. Francis deSales, Bishop of Geneva, try to reinstate the lottery but with no success. Instead of the cards disappearing, they proliferated and became more decorative. By the 18th century, greeting cards with Cupid, the cherub, armed with arrows dipped in a love potion became a popular Valentine’s Day image in England. He became associated with the holiday because in Roman mythology, he is the son of Venus, goddess of love and beauty. The cards did not become wide-spread in the United States until around 1850 when a New England native began mass-reproducing them. Although the truth behind the Valentine legends is murky, the stories all emphasize his appeal as a sympathetic, and heroic figure but above all, a romantic figure. Today many of us send modern Valentine messages to reaffirm what Jean Valjean said in Victor Hugo’s Les Miserables, “The supreme happiness in life is in the conviction that we are all loved.” Let us

make this month not just a month of love, but the happy beginning to a year of loving and being loved and fulfil the Scripture the apostle Paul advised us, “Let all that you do be done in love,” (Cor. 16:14 NASB) In the words of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways…” Give someone your message of affection on Saint Valentine’s Day in other ways that may be even more loving, memorable and lasting. Go back to when it all started by creating a second first date. Order the same foods, request the same songs, and see how many details you can recall from your first kiss. After dinner head for a karaoke bar. After all, what better way to celebrate your chemistry than singing classic-couples’ duets such as Sonny and Cher’s “I Got You Babe” together. Okay, the weather may not be great, so you don’t want to go out. Create a themed dinner and movie night at home. Find the movie Roman Holiday and watch Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck fall in love. Of course, you’ll need to accompany this with an Italian meal such as Lasagna, spaghetti and meat balls or your own creative dish. Remember we may give without loving, but we cannot love without giving.

Part Time SALES HELP WANTED Looking to make extra money? Stay at home mom or dad? Retired?

We can help! If you are reading this ad then you know the power of community newspapers. We are seeking self motivated individuals who like to engage with people. Car required as you will work a dedicated area visiting local businesses to sell marketing to them in the local newspapers.

We have 16 community newsapapers that you can sell into. We sell ads, websites, mobile apps, postcards and menus to small businesses in the local markets. Requirement are: Must be a people person, have a vehicle, computer savvy and want to work at least 20 hours per week. Your earning potential is up to you. Work as an Independent contractor and receive commission on your paid sales.

Send an email to joe@mylifepublications letting him know a little about you.

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 17

United States Power Squadron Offers State Boating Safety Course

orthern New Jersey Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons (USPS) and now America’s Boating Club, will offer the New Jersey State Police, Marine Services Bureau approved Boating Safety Course at James Caldwell High School from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. beginning on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. The course taught by certified instructors licensed by the State of NJ, and which meets all the mandatory requirements necessary for obtaining your New Jersey Boat Safety Certificate, will run every Tuesday evening for seven weeks which includes a night for review, and a night for the required state examination. The cost of the course is $90.00. Legislation in the state of New Jersey was passed a number of years ago requiring all boaters, 16 years of age or older, operating a power driven vessel including a personal watercraft (PWC), to complete

a boating safety course. The legislation requires a minimum of eight hours of instruction with at least six hours of in-classroom study, homework, and a proctored examination. Those successfully completing the course will receive a New Jersey Marine State Police certificate that must be in the operator’s possession when on the waters of the state. Failure to exhibit the certificate is presumptive evidence that the person has not completed an approved boating safety course and is subject to a fine. One must be at least 12 years of age to attend the course. Registration is made through the Continuing Education office at James Caldwell High School, after 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Their phone number is 973-2282092. Email: http://www.cwcboe.org/continuinged. Questions concerning the USPS course can also be addressed to the Boating Course Chairman, Bob Rosselot at 973228-5329; email: rosselot17@aol.com.

$20,000 to Rotary Club of the Caldwells

r. Sue from Willing Hearts presented a check for at a recent Rotary meeting! [L to R RCC President Elect Dr. Mike Kambourakis, Dr Sue Skalsky, and President Susan Lubalin] Since October 1997, nearly $1.5 million

(after operating costs) has been generated by Willing Hearts Consignment Shop for Rotary Club of the Caldwells' charitable projects. Willing Hearts is managed and fully staffed by volunteers.

The best value in transportation since 1939!

973-347-6100 mm2limo.com

We can now serve you in over 100 cities!

Mention promo code NVM19 for

10% OFF

any Airport or Cruise Port Transfer

• Corporate and Personal Transportation • Airport and Cruise Port Transfers • wedding Limos • Prom Limos • Casinos, Theaters, Sporting Events, Birthdays, Anniversaries and MORE!

Page 18 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Starting a Home Remodeling Project

7 Tips for Choosing a Qualified Contractor

utside of the home itself, remodeling is typically one of the largest investments you can make as a homeowner. While some projects can be tempting to tackle yourself, many larger-scale projects may require hiring a qualified professional. Because remodeling your home is a big undertaking, it’s important to take steps to ensure the professional you hire to perform the work is qualified to complete it to the highest standards of quality and integrity. Consider these tips from the experts at the National Association of the Remodeling Industry to help you make an informed decision when hiring a remodeling contractor. Get Recommendations. One of the best ways to find qualified, professional help is through word-of-mouth referrals. Ask your relatives, friends, neighbors or co-workers – particularly if they’ve recently renovated their own homes – if they have any previous experience with companies they would recommend. Also consider searching online for reviews of companies in your area. Stay Local. It’s often best to consider established local remodeling companies first, as they are typically more compelled to perform high-quality work, which allows their businesses to thrive and remain in the community. Local professionals are also likely to know permit requirements and building codes in your city or county, which can change from year to year. Follow Your Design Aesthetic.

Whether your home features a mid-century modern, contemporary or farmhouse design style, it’s critical to choose a remodeler who is knowledgeable in the construction and design of the style of your home. Additionally, a company that specializes in remodeling kitchens may not be suited for a bathroom or bedroom project. Ask for Licenses and Insurance. Many states, but not all, require contractors to be licensed, bonded and insured. Ask for copies of licenses and insurance certificates for any remodelers you’re considering to make sure they’re current. Most states also require contractors to carry worker’s compensation, property damage and personal liability insurance for their crews. Contact your state or local licensing agencies to ensure the contractor meets the minimum requirements. Check References. Once you’ve narrowed your list of potential contractors, ask for a list of references you can contact and a portfolio of work. A typical reference list includes 10 or more jobs with dates as well as the customer’s name, address and phone number, and a portfolio should also contain at least 10 projects with photos of the space before work began, during the project and after completion. If possible, also consider visiting a current job site to see first-hand how the contractor operates. Search for Violations or Complaints. Because you can’t always rely on a portfolio or references, it’s important to also check with your local consumer affairs office or the Better Business Bureau to ensure there are no

Take our quick online survey and be entered to win $100.00 Gift Card from ShopRite! It's easy go to the

https://www.research.net/r/190919 answer the questions and you will be entered!!

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

complaints on record for the contractors you’re considering, which may help further narrow your list. Compare Apples to Apples. While a number of different factors goes into every remodeling project, be sure all contractors you solicit bids from are using the same scope and quality of work requirements. Discuss any significant variations in price or timelines and be wary of any substantially lower estimates. Find more tips for selecting a contractor at remodelingdoneright.com. (Family Features)

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 19

Apps You’ll App-reciate on Your Next Trip

rom planning your next getaway to managing your vacation budget, there are myriad apps you can use to make your trip a seamless, more enjoyable experience. Before planning your next trip, make sure you visit your preferred app store to download tools like these that can help with everything from planning to staying on track during the trip to looking back on your experiences when you return home. Map tools. While the most basic function of these apps is obvious, map apps are also useful tools to research the area you’re visiting, plan your routes ahead of time and find nearby essentials like gas stations and restaurants during your trip. Some apps also allow you to download offline maps so you don’t find yourself stranded if you’re going someplace where you’re likely to encounter poor signal strength. Discount rate finders: These apps make it simple to research and compare the best rates and deals for multiple aspects of your trip, often packaged for maximum cost-savings. For example, the Expedia app can be used to research and book everything from airfare and hotels to car rentals and activities. Once you’ve booked, these app makes it easy to keep track of your reservations

hen you see frost on the windows in the morning, feel the crunch of leaves underfoot and hear the roar of fire in the fireplace, old man winter has returned. While you often hear about cold-weather fashion and beauty essentials, there is some maintenance your home needs too. Give your sanctuary some love with these five steps from the home safety experts at Kidde. Clean Your Oven Ranges and cooktops are involved in 62% of home fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Stovetops and ranges, in particular, caused 87% of home fire deaths. Particularly in the winter when comfort foods are prominent, it’s necessary to clean your oven and stovetop to remove grease and fat, which can ignite. Always keep towels and oven mitts away from hot appliances. Keep a Kitchen Fire Extinguisher Ready Research from the National Fire Protection Association shows about half of all home fires start in the kitchen, so it’s important to have a fire extinguisher handy. Look for one specifically designed for kitchen applications, and keep the extinguisher behind you when cooking. In the event of a fire, there’s risk of burning yourself if you must reach over the fire to grab the extinguisher.

and itineraries. Airline resources: Even if you book your ticket through a third party, you can benefit from downloading the app for the airline you’ll be using. Nearly all airline apps include features that make it easier to make changes to your booking, check in, get a digital boarding pass, check your flight status and more. Additionally, most apps will alert you to any changes via push notifications. Vacation rental bookings: Many travelers are opting for vacation rentals over traditional hotels, in part because of the convenience and personal experience you can create. For example, the Vrbo app provides everything you need to book a vacation rental. As an added bonus, Trip Boards allow you to save, organize and compare your favorite properties. You can invite friends and family who will be traveling with you to discuss the trip using the new group chat feature and add and vote on their favorite properties to help narrow down the choices. Unit converters: Handy for international travel, these apps make it easy to compute and convert common units of measurement, such as currency and distance, and many even convert time zones for you. Having a unit converter app is especially im-

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

portant if you may not have reliable access to Wi-Fi or data during your trip. Budget trackers: Travel expenses can pile up fast, but you can keep tabs on your expenses along the way with an app that tracks the details. Most options allow you to categorize expenses by type and date, and some offer additional features such as splitting balances between friends and families or allowing you to set warning thresholds so you know when you’re getting close

to exceeding your budget. Payment solutions: Fees and structures may vary from one app to the next, but all are designed to make sending and receiving money more convenient. When it comes to travel, you can use an app like Venmo to easily split costs and share payments between family and friends during and after the trip. Find more resources for your next getaway at Vrbo.com. (Family Features)

5 Winter Home Safety Tips Know Holiday Lighting Rules About 75% of holiday tree fires happen in December or January, according to the National Fire Protection Association, making now the perfect time to start being vigilant. Some rules of thumb: use flame-resistant decorations, utilize lights properly indoors or outdoors and look for electrical decorations that are approved by a nationally recognized testing lab such as UL, Intertek or CSA. Also avoid plugging more than three light strings into each other; opt for a power strip instead. Check Your Smoke Alarms Check your smoke alarms to ensure they are less than 10 years old. Winter and the holiday season are peak times for home fires, but according to industry experts, few realize smoke alarms need to be replaced at least every 10 years. In fact, common misconceptions about smoke alarm maintenance, such as hardwired alarms don’t need to be changed, can leave you more vulnerable. Smoke alarms are just like every other appliance; they need replaced periodically. This includes units that are hardwired into your home, even if you have changed the batteries. If you’ve forgotten when the alarms were installed, check the date on the back of the smoke alarm. If you’re interested in a long-term fix, alarms are available with a

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

built-in 10-year battery. When times comes to replace the unit, the alarm will signal. Install Carbon Monoxide Alarms On average, one person dies each day from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning in the United States. CO is known as the silent killer because you can’t see, smell or taste this poisonous gas. During winter months, CO incidents spike but symptoms can easily be mistaken for the flu. Natural gas furnaces, water heaters, ranges, gasoline-powered

tools, cars, wood-burning stoves, fireplaces and more produce CO. Because CO doesn’t rise like smoke, it mixes with the air and can go through drywall. From plug-in to battery-operated and LED display, CO alarms are available in a range of options. Install alarms throughout the home, particularly outside of sleeping areas. Find more holiday safety tips and information at Kidde.com. (Family Features)

Page 20 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Are you challenged on how to spend your marketing dollars? We’ve created a multi-channel solution that will provide you with maximum exposure through print & online. 17 Local Publications to choose from!

Local Print is Alive and Well and Growing!! We are the Most read Free Local Papers! & We Have the Most Coverage

With over 128,000 free circulation and a 73% + readership you will get your message out with our local publications. Why Print Will Always Remain Relevant?

Respectability,Trust,Clearly Defined Audiences,High Engagement Rates,

Print Drives Online Search,

Next issue March 6th deadline February 13

Running your ad in print increases effectiveness!*

100% Mailed each Month to Local Residents!

Ask About Our Printing & Mailing Menu Programs

Mailed Postcards Direct & Thru the papers

on Starting at

12¢

Websites and Apps $499 set up $49.95 per month

For Information Call or Text 973-464-5414 Susan Ganz Mandelbaum

per home

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 21

Tips for a Stress-Free Tax Season

axes are an unavoidable fact of life. Unfortunately, they can be somewhat overwhelming, which can cause people to put the task off and miss the deadline. Use these tips for a stress-free tax season: Get It Over With

The sooner you get your taxes filed, the sooner you can stop worrying about them. Early filing also means an earlier refund -- if you’re due one -- or time to plan to prepare to pay any owed taxes. To ensure it all happens on time, actually block out time in your calendar to sit down

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS

Call Now for your FREE Consultatio n!

Harnessing the power of social media marketing Social Media Marketing, Consulting and Management for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses

www.BestToFollowMe.com

201-874-0032

patti@besttofollowme.com

and work on your taxes. Be sure not to underestimate how much time is needed. If your situation has gotten more complicated over the last year, figure that into the equation. Check Your Work The last thing anybody wants to hear is that they are being audited. You can avoid this anxiety by having the right tools on hand. Start by keeping your records filed in an organized way – both digitally and on paper with a filing cabinet that locks. As you do your taxes, it is a good idea to take your time, and do a practice run. A printing calculator is a good way to keep records of all necessary calculations. Be sure your printing calculator is up to the task. The two-color ink printer of Casio’s HR-170RC allows you to quickly see both positive and negative numbers to avoid reading errors, and its 12-digit LCD display showcases crisp, sharp numbers for easy view-

ing. A must-have tool for tax season, its functions include a grand total key, cost/sell/margin buttons, sign change, tax calculation, decimal selector and more. Maximize Your Refund While many people look forward to their tax refund and view it as a windfall, it is important to keep in mind that this money is simply your own income that you overpaid to the state and federal government throughout the year. That said, you should have a smart plan for your refund wisely so that is not wasted on an impulse purchase. A few good ideas for tax refunds is investing the money into a retirement account, using it to pay down debt or padding out your rainy-day fund. This tax season, don’t get overwhelmed. For stress-free filing, stay organized and give yourself plenty of time. (StatePoint)

Buying a home? Before you go with the realtors mortgage company give me a call.

Residential or Commercial

WE CAN SAVE YOU MONEY!

Whether you are buying or refinancing give me a call first.

American Nationwide Mortgage Company Licensed NJ Dept of Banking and Insurance

MLO Joseph Ouimet license #226494 1 Old Wolfe Rd., Suite 203, Budd Lake NJ 07828

PH:973.714.6362

email jouimet@americannationwide.com

Page 22 • February 2020 • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com

Make Your Weight Loss Goals a Reality

osing weight is a highly personal journey as a wide range of factors can affect a person’s ability to do so. There’s no one approach to weight loss; rather, the best approach is the one that fits your life and body best. Get motivated to reach your weight loss goals with these expert tips. Set realistic goals. Most experts agree you shouldn’t lose more than 1-2 pounds per week. More rapid loss may shock your system, and chances are you’re depriving your body of important nutrients. More aggressive loss is also less likely to be permanent or sustainable; long-term results generally come with steady loss over a period of time. Eat well. Regardless what eating plan you choose, recognize the importance of nutrition in your weight loss program. Weight loss occurs when you burn more calories than you consume, so build your menu around nutrient-rich foods that fill you up. Strive for a well-balanced diet that encompasses all the food groups and, if necessary, discuss your goals with a doctor or nutritionist who can help you identify the best foods to enjoy and those to avoid. Consider a supplement. If managing cravings or your appetite hinders your

weight loss, a supplement may be a good solution. For example, RiduZone is a patented supplement that gives your body more of a substance it already creates called Oleoylethanolamide (OEA). In essence, OEA tells your brain you are full and it’s time to stop eating. Developed and endorsed by Dr. Jay Yepuri, a board-certified gastroenterologist, the supplement is a non-stimulant that may help you feel full faster to reduce caloric intake and boost metabolism to burn stored fat. Get active. Creating a calorie deficit is necessary to lose weight, and increasing your physical activity helps ensure you’re burning calories. However, getting active isn’t just about playing the numbers game. Physical activity also promotes overall wellness with numerous physical and mental health benefits, including improving circulation and stimulating feel-good endorphins. Stay committed. It’s easy to fall off your weight loss plan when unexpected circumstances arise. Give yourself a little grace and permission for occasional misses so you stay motivated to get back to your program. That may mean waiting for a cold to pass and doing less strenuous workouts at home or making extra healthy choices at mealtime in advance of an indulgent event.

To help make keeping your commitments easier, consider an option like RiduZone to boost your body’s natural appetite-curbing power. Find more information to help jumpstart your weight management program at TryRiduZone.com. What is OEA? Oleoylethanolamide (OEA) is a metabolite of oleic acid, a naturally produced substance that interacts with appetite-controlling receptors in the small intestine to signal the brain you are full. It also helps boost metabolism. However, as a result of food choices and excess body fat, naturally produced OEA may require supplementation to achieve the desired effect on appetite or body fat. Created to mimic this naturally occurring metabolite, RiduZone is the only weight management supplement that contains OEA as an ingredient. Its production has been reviewed and is accepted as safe by the Food and Drug Administration. Less fat A clinical study published in the “Journal of Lipid Research” shows higher blood levels of OEA, which is derived from oleic acid-rich olive oil, correlate to lower amounts of body fat. This means weight loss results

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

may be more visible. Fewer calories A prominent research study published in the journal “Food & Function” shows higher circulating levels of OEA can result in a significant reduction in calorie intake. Over time, OEA users become satisfied with smaller, healthier-sized portions. (Family Features)

How to Create a More Functional Laundry Room

laundry room may be one of the spaces that you use the most, but cramped quarters and clutter can hinder your productivity. Eliminate the excuses and get your laundry room under control with these tips to add function to your washing routine. Use space wisely. Your laundry room may not have a big footprint, but you probably have more usable space than you realize. Install shelves or storage units on the walls and consider the ceiling as a spot to hang a floating drying rack. Don’t overlook the back of the door, where you can mount a storage system or use an over-the-door alternative. Maximize storage. Many laundry rooms suffer from a lack of storage, which hinders space to fold and manage laundry while making the room less pleasant overall. A durable, attractive organization system like Dimensions by ClosetMaid can add instant organization and style to your laundry room. The system provides numerous design options, convenient accessories and configurations of cabinets and drawers, accommodating virtually any space.

Resist wrinkles. Prevent unsightly wrinkles by hanging garments straight out of the dryer. A hanging rod is easy to install and lets you take advantage of vertical space in smaller rooms. Be sure to also stock up on hangers of various styles so you always have an ample supply ready when the buzzer sounds that another load is ready for your attention. Promote ventilation. Another common issue in laundry rooms is limited ventilation, which can promote mold, affect air quality and hinder air drying for special garments. A clever way to enhance ventilation while increasing your storage space is ventilated shelving that helps keep air flow moving. For example, ClosetMaid’s Premium Wood Kits feature sturdy slatted shelves to stash your laundry essentials and can include accessories like hanging rods. Create a folding station. One of the biggest laundry pitfalls is folding and putting away clean clothes. A clear, clean space in the laundry room can help nudge you toward completing the task more efficiently. If you have front-loading machines, it may

be as simple as adding a counter or sturdy shelf above them. If you use top-loaders, you may need to get more creative. If there’s room, a laundry sorter with a flat top is a good solution. Or if floor space is at a premium, you might consider a shelf that

mounts to the wall and folds down when you need it. Get inspired with more ideas to make your laundry room work for you at ClosetMaid.com. (Family Features)

Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline.com • Caldwell, Short Hills, West Orange Life • February 2020 • Page 23

GENERATOR

HARDWOOD FLOORS

MOLD

YOUR AD HERE

TITLE COMPANY

VGALLEY

ENERATORS

We specialize in Installation, service and warranty for Generac, Kohler and most brands of permanent standby and portable generators

Schedule your appointment today

908-876-4510

marc@valleygenerators.net

YOUR AD HERE

Your Ad Here as low as

$55/issue

Call 973-809-4784

Your Ad Here as low as

TITLE INSURANCE & SETTLEMENT SERVICES

Attorney Owned Title Agency

$55/issue

Call 973-809-4784 355 Eisenhower Pkwy.• Livingston 855-994-7365 • www.ZwirenTitle.com

National CLASSIFIED ADS MACPA [WANTED] CARS/TRUCKS!! All Makes/Models 2002-2018! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call 1-888-368-1016 VIAGRA & CIALIS! 60 pills for $99. 100 pills for $150. FREE shipping. Money back guaranteed! 1-844-596-4376 SELLING A FARM OR HOUSE? Advertise it here and neighboring publications. We can help you. Contact MACnet MEDIA @ 800-450-6631 or visit our site at MACnetOnline.com SELL YOUR ANTIQUE OR CLASSIC CAR. Advertise with us. You choose where you want to advertise. 800-450-6631 visit macnetonline.com for details. Recently diagnosed with LUNG CANCER and 60+ years old? Call now! You and your family may be entitled to a SIGNIFICANT CASH AWARD. Call 844-231-5496 today. Free Consultation. No Risk Fair, Festival or Event coming up? Need to reach a larger audience to attend. Advertise with us, Community Papers who reach the audience you need. Give us a call at 800-450-6631 DISH TV $59.99 FOR 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. 1-855-270-5098. IFPA Pregnant? Maybe Adoption? Living Expenses Paid. Nationwide Agency. Talk With Us 24/7. 866716-3041. Online Chat. Online Application. www. onetruegift.com. Text 515-778-2341. CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Makes/Models 2002-2018! Any Condition. Running or Not. Top $$$ Paid! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-985-1806 GENERIC VIAGRA and CIALIS! 100 Pills $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL NOW! 888-889-5515

Earthlink High Speed Internet. As Low As $14.95/ month (for the first 3 months.) Reliable High Speed Fiber Optic Technology. Stream Videos, Music and More! Call Earthlink Today 1-855-5207938 Applying for Social Security Disability or Appealing a Denied Claim? Call Bill Gordon & Assoc., Social Security Disability Attorneys, 1-855-4986323! FREE Consultations. Local Attorneys Nationwide [Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office: Broward Co. FL (TX/NM Bar.)] Become a Published Author. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920 Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution Call for Your Free Author’s Guide 1-877-626-2213 Portable Oxygen Concentrator May Be Covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 888-6092189 DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. NOT just a discount plan, REAL coverage for [350 ] procedures. Call 1-877308-2834 for details. www.dental50plus.com/ cadnet 6118-0219 Attention all Homeowners in jeopardy of Foreclosure? We can help stop your home from foreclosure. The Foreclosure Defense helpline can help save your home. The Call is absolutely free. 1-855-516-6641. Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 15% off and 0% financing for those who qualify. PLUS Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-402-0373

Two great new offers from AT&T Wireless! Ask how to get the Next Generation Samsung Galaxy S10e FREE. FREE iPhone with AT&T’s Buy one, Give One. While supplies last! CALL 1-866-5658452 or www.freephonesnow.com//cadnet $$OLD GUITARS & AMPS WANTED$$ GIBSON • FENDER • MARTIN. ALL BRANDS. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-433-8277 Make a Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: 1-888-909-9905 18+. HEAR AGAIN! Try our hearing aid for just $75 down and $50 per month! Call 800-426-4212 and mention 88272 for a risk free trial! FREE SHIPPING! Cross country Moving, Long distance Moving Company, out of state move $799 Long Distance Movers. Get Free quote on your Long distance move. 1-844-452-1706 Call Empire Today® to schedule a FREE in-home estimate on Carpeting & Flooring. Call Today! 1-855-404-2366

AFCP Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398 AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Get FAA approved hands on Aviation training. Financial Aid for qualified students - Career placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-6861704 CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! 2002 and Newer! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888416-2330. Stop paying high prices for Viagra!! 84 Generic Viagra 100mg or Cialis 20 mg for $109. FREE SHIPPING. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Call 888424-4908 www.USAServicesonline.com

Cash for unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! Call 1-855-440-4001 Free Shipping, Best Prices & 24 hr payment! BBB Rated A+ www.TestStripSearch.com. Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 15% off and 0% financing for those who qualify. PLUS Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855-995-2490 DENTAL INSURANCE. Call Physicians Mutual Insurance Company for details. NOT just a discount plan, REAL coverage for 350 procedures. 888-623-3036 or http://www.dental50plus.com/58 Ad# 6118 COMPUTER & IT TRAINING PROGRAM! Train at home to become a Computer & Help Desk Professional now! Call CTI for details! 888-449-1713 (M-F 8am-6pm ET)

MEDICAL BILLING TRAINEES NEEDED! Train at home for a career as a Medical Office Professional at CTI! 1-833-766-4511 AskCTI.com

Orlando + Daytona Beach Florida Vacation! Enjoy 7 Days and 6 Nights with Hertz, Enterprise or Alamo Car Rental Included - Only $298.00. 12 months to use. Call Now! 855-403-8409 (24/7)

Get NFL Sunday Ticket FREE w/ DIRECTV Choice All-Included Package. $59.99/month for 12 months. 185 Channels PLUS Thousands of Shows/Movies On Demand. FREE Genie HD DVR Upgrade. Call 1-855-781-1565 or satellitedealnow.com/cadnet DISH Network $59.99 For 190 Channels! Add High Speed Internet for ONLY $19.95/month. Call Today for $100 Gift Card! Best Value & Technology. FREE Installation. Call 1-855-837-9146

Make a Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: Call 1-877-737-9447 18+

Recently diagnosed with LUNG CANCER and 60+ years old? Call now! You and your family may be entitled to a SIGNIFICANT CASH AWARD. Call 877-648-6308 today. Free Consultation. No Risk.

VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 100 Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL NOW! 888-445-5928 Hablamos Espanol

Stay in your home longer with an American Standard Walk-In Bathtub. Receive up to $1,500 off, including a free toilet, and a lifetime warranty on the tub and installation! Call us at 1-855-534-6198

Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2002 and Newer. Nationwide Free Pick Up! Call Now: 1-800-864-5960.

A PLACE FOR MOM has helped over a million families find senior living. Our trusted, local advisors help find solutions to your unique needs at no cost to you. Call 855-741-7459

CATHETER SUPPLIES. We offer a complete line of popular and lesser known product to fit your needs. Even the discreet “pocket catheter.” To learn more or get free samples, Call 844-5402092 ATTENTION DIABETICS! Save money on your diabetic supplies! Convenient home shipping for monitors, test strips, insulin pumps, catheters and more! To learn more, call now! 844-698-4858 ATTENTION: Have you or a loved one used Juul or another e-cigarette vaping device & developed a serious health condition such as stroke, seizure, convulsions, lung damage, pulmonary issues including heart attacks? You may be entitled to compensation! Call now: 844-392-9703 BATHROOM RENOVATIONS. EASY, ONE DAY updates! We specialize in safe bathing. Grab bars, no slip flooring & seated showers. Call for a free in-home consultation: 888-912-4745 ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS! Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. FREE information kit. Call 877-929-9587 DISH TV $59.99 For 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR Included, Free Voice Remote. Some restrictions apply. 1-833872-2545. BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR! We edit, print and distribute your work internationally. We do the work… You reap the Rewards! Call for a FREE Author’s Submission Kit: 866-951-7214

Your Beauty is our Business Congratulations Courtney, Mandee & Leandra on your promotions to Stylist!

Now Offering...

FULL BODY WAXING

Look Fabulous with

LASH EXTENSIONS!

with Deanna Available Tuesday thru Saturday

Book your appointment today with Kristen or Dawn

Call to schedule your appintment today!

Treat Your Special Someone to a Gallery Salon Valentine’s Gift Card

ENJOY ENJOYAAFREE FREEGIFT GIFT

For TrhTem Fo hem

$1$01000

u For Yo For You

$1$010

For TrhTem Fo hem

$2$52050

u For Yo For You

$2$525

For TrhTem Fo hem

$5$05000

u For Yo For You

$5$050

Purchase Purchaseaagift giftcard card until untilFebruary February14th 14thand and Get Your Own Get Your Own Complimentary ComplimentaryGift Gift ininReturn. Return.

1210 Hamburg Tpk • In the Preakness Mall • Wayne • 973-696-6637 www.thegallerysalon.com