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CCM and Mt. Olive Sign the College’s First Dual Enrollment Agreement Students Can Earn College Credit at Their High School

ounty College of Morris (CCM) and the Mt. Olive School District signed the college’s first dual enrolment agreement that will provide high school students with the opportunity to begin their higher education early. Through the partnership, CCM will provide Mt. Olive High School students with a pathway to start earning college credits, while exploring college and career options. The program is aligned with the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education’s vision for higher education that calls for providing New Jersey students with early exposure to college. Mt. Olive high school students will have the opportunity to take college courses identical in content to CCM classes at half the price of the in-county tuition rate. Currently, that cost would equate to $68.50 a credit, plus fees, for Mt. Olive students. The program, named Titans Express, will start this fall. Classes at the high school will be taught by Mt. Olive High School teachers working collaboratively with CCM professors. Through the program, participating students also will have access to CCM resources, such as the library, tutoring services and academic advisement. To start, four courses will be offered, Audio Engineering, Music Theory, Industrial Design and Advanced Art. CCM will offer additional courses as the program grows. “This is an absolutely fabulous day,” said Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of CCM. “This is a premier partnership that is not just providing students with classes but with pathways to begin their higher education early. I think we’re going to change a lot of lives in the process.” “This is a true partnership because it’s the students who are going to benefit,” added Dr. Robert Zywicki, su-

Second from left, Dr. Robert Zywicki, superintendent of the Mt. Olive School District, and Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, CCM president, exchange agreements at the signing today launching the college’s first dual enrollment partnership for high school students. Also pictured are Elizabeth Ouimet, president of the Mt. Olive School Board and student success specialist at CCM, and CCM Trustee Chair and former Mt. Olive mayor Paul Licitra.

perintendent of the Mt. Olive School District. “What we noticed is that our faculty are speaking a common language. They have the same purpose – they want students to succeed,” noted Susan Breton, director of Social Emotional Learning for the Mt. Olive School District. “It has been an absolutely spectacular journey to come to this day where will be signing this partnership agreement,” said Dr. Bette Simmons, vice president of Student Development and Enrollment Management at CCM. Credit hours earned by students will be applied to the corresponding certificate or associate degree program at

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Mount Olive Police Department Celebrates 90th Anniversary of Serving

By Steve Sears he Township of Mount Olive Police Department is celebrating their 90th anniversary this year, and with it comes recollections of a great past with a view towards the future. Chief Steve Beecher says, “A lot has happened between now and then (1929) to bring us to where we are today: the third largest police department in the county; accredited through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, with the latest technology; a highly trained workforce; and fully operational communications center. We strive towards continuing excellence in pursuit of community support through responsive professional service.” Although the Mount Olive Police Department was officially established in 1929, an early population growth in the community encouraged the formation of law enforcement. The Mount Olive Vigilant Society was founded on December 22, 1859. In the 1920s, the township hired its own Constables, Harold McLaughlin and his assistant George Hildebrandt. Per

Beecher, “In a township logbook from 1929, Class II Special Officer Michael Pocquat found an entry on June 3rd where the Mayor empowered Chief Harold McLaughlin to hire officers. Chief McLaughlin hired three, establishing then what has become a police force of fifty officers.” As Mount Olive continued to grow, in 1929 The township by ordinance established a police department. Dan Tremitier served as the first Chief of Police. The beginning was very humble. There was no two-way radio, and officers would be alerted to a call when a flag was hung out of the municipal building second floor window, or when a blue light was on. When observing these notifications, officers stopped at the municipal building to get the call details. It wasn’t until 1941 that the Mount Olive Township Police Department had a two-way radio in a patrol car. An interesting historical tidbit about Chief Dan Tremitier. He is the only former New Jersey Police Chief to have been killed in action in World War II, dying on March 22, 1944. In honor of former Chief

Captain Mike Spitzer , Mayor Robert Greenbaum and Chief Stephen Beacher.

Tremitier and in remembrance of his sacrifice, all Mount Olive Police Officers wore a mourning band over their badges from March 22 until Sunday, March 31 this year.

As of 1971, the Mount Olive Township Police Department consisted of eight officers, two Detectives, three Sergeants, and continued on page 6

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Change Your Genes Everyday Yep…

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mean you should probably change your jeans every few days as well, but that’s a discussion for another time and another day. You have probably been taught that the genes you are born with are yours for life. You excuse things like your angry behaviors, high blood pressure or your weight on your genetics. My patients often tell me that their illnesses are genetic, and because of that they can’t do anything about it. What if I told you that isn’t completely true? What if I told you that changing the way you think can actually change your life? That might sound like fantasy to some, but it’s true! I know, I know… now you feel like you’ve been living a lie, but it’s time to wake up!! Check this out… Research shows that those who practice Meditation/Yoga can “steer” their DNA, reducing inflammation and reducing their risks for diseases like cancer. You may be asking how in the heck is that possible? Let’s break it down… Our bodies have a sympathetic nervous system and a parasympathetic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system (SNS) aka “fight or flight” response is activat-

ed by stressful situations. Historically this fight or flight response was needed for survival in the wild. For example, when being chased by an animal the SNS kicks in and all functions that are not needed for immediate survival (i.e digestion…) are shut down. Among other processes, the body speeds up, heart pumps faster, the muscles contract and the brain is more alert. Activating the SNS also triggers the production of a molecule called Nuclear factor Kappa b (NF-Kb), which is responsible for our gene expression. During this process NF-Kb activates genes that release cytokines. These cytokines are responsible for producing inflammation on a cellular level. During a life/death event this is actually helpful short -term. However, in modern day life this same sequence of events occurs due to every-day stressors (that weren’t present in our early ancestors lives). Things like traffic, work-related stress and finances trigger this same “fight or flight” response, causing the same cascade of events that lead to increased NF-Kb and increased release of cytokines. In fact, just thinking about that stressful situation you had earlier will cause the same cascade of events to take

place. Most people in today’s society are living in a constant “fight or flight” state. This long- term “exposure” to these cytokines are linked to cancer, premature aging, mental disorders (including anxiety and depression) and other diseases. On the other hand, it has been found that practicing yoga/meditation activates the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). The PNS, known as the “rest and digest” state, is the way that the body should be functioning normally. In this natural state, the heart rate slows down, blood pressure decreases and digestion takes place. Studies show that practicing Meditation/Yoga, specifically, reduce NF-Kb, therefore turning off the genes that release the cytokines, which in turn reduces the inflammatory response and therefore prevents premature aging and diseases like cancer. This is all happening on the molecular level! You can actually leave a molecular signature on your cells to regulate your own gene expression! Boom… and there you have it! Now all you have to do is start Meditating to experience the benefits for yourself!

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Obituary Of Frederick John Detoro Frederick John Detoro, 52, a life-long resident of Flanders, NJ passed away on June 15, 2019 at St. Clare’s Hospital in Denville, NJ. Fred was born on November 22, 1966 in Dover, NJ to the late Frederick R. Detoro and Catherine (Hansen) Detoro. He was a life-long member of the Flanders Fire Dept., serving as both past Chief & past President. Fred served Mt. Olive Twp. as Fire Marshal, Construction Official, Captain of EMS, and OEM Coordinator. He was an avid Yankees fan, enjoyed smoking cigars, playing with his pup, and spending quality time with his three daughters. Fred’s life mission was helping others and saving lives. In his passing, he continues that mission as an organ donor for the NJ Sharing Network.

Fred is survived by his three cherished daughters, Kelsey Detoro, Morgan Detoro, and Riley Detoro; devoted mother, Catherine Detoro; three loving sisters, Bridget Terrezza and her husband Eugene, Kathleen Preziosi and her husband Jeffrey, Maureen Kowalik and her husband Andrew; beloved companion, Mayra Garcia; and by many other loving family members, friends, and colleagues. He was predeceased by his father, Frederick R. Detoro in 2018; and by his brother, Charles Detoro. A celebration of Fred’s life was held on Thurs., June 20 at the William J. Leber Funeral Home in Chester and a funeral mass was held St. Elizabeth Ann Seton RC Church in Flanders.

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Former Mount Olive Track Star Set to Bring Coaching Talents to North Dakota By Danielle Incognito hristine Engel, former track star from Mount Olive (1991), has been named head coach of the men’s and women’s track and field/ cross country teams for The University of North Dakota. She started competing in track when she was only 7 years old, but she very quickly fell in love with the sport. She attended Mt. Olive High School and then went on to Clemson University in South Carolina. Her early, accomplished titles consisted of New Jersey Gatorade Athlete of the Year, number 2 ranked miler in the United States (earning consensus All America accolades), as well as one of New Jersey’s Track and Field Athletes of the Decade. At Clemson, she was a two-time All-Atlantic Coast Conference selection and a member of the 1995 ACC Championship distance medley relay team, as well as a member of the 1993 NCAA Cross Country qualifying teams. She humbly said, “I can’t necessarily speak for others if they decide to refer to me as that; however, I am very proud of my athletic achievements. I worked hard and set many goals which I am proud to have worked on and achieved.” One of her greatest achievements was winning the New Jersey Meet of Champions Track Meet four years in a row in the mile run. She credited this four year win with showing her consistency and commitment over her entire high school career.

Christine is very honored to be the next head coach of the men’s and women’s track and field/cross country program at the prestigious University of North Dakota. She knows that it will be a big responsibility, though. When she was asked why it is such a big responsibility, she said “You are looked to for leadership, guidance, and sometimes motivation. I hope to be a positive role model for my athletes and build solid coach-athlete relationships.” She has already been for many athletes. One of her latest accomplishments was mentoring Anne Marie Schwartz to All America honors at the 2017 NCAA Track and Field Championship in 1500 meters. Most of all, Engel is very excited about her new position. She feels very fortunate to have a career doing something that she loves, and she feels extremely lucky to have a position where she can help young athletes reach their own potential. Many new coaches may worry about whether or not they will be successful, especially at this level, but Christine says proudly, “I know it is a program that can be successful.” Before she enters her new position to work alongside assistants Drew Jones and Dan McCarty, Christine will complete her track and field position at Fresno State. There, she has been the cross country coach and assistant track coach. Now, she is on to her new venture where she will work on building her program. Her most extensive program building thus far was at Elon, where she spent 6 years building the women’s cross country programs into Perennial Southern Conference Championship contenders.

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its four divisions: Patrol, Investigations, Support Services and Communications and Records. The officers are supported by three civilian personnel and six full time Communications Officers. In 2013, the Mount Olive Police Department received accreditation from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, and in 2019 was re-accredited. 108 standards were met, policies and procedures complied with, and proof shown that all departments actually followed those policies and procedures. The department also received a Certificate of Recognition from The Commission on Accreditation for Back Row Left to Right. Capt. Michael Spitzer, Ret. Sgt. John Walker, Ret. Ofc. John Bevacqua, Chief Stephen Beecher, Ret. Ofc. Mike Hahn, Ret. Lt. Andy Agens, Ret. Ofc. Walt Sevensky, Ret. Ofc. Rick Lindner, Ret. Chief Ed Katona, Ret. Chief Mark Spitzer. Front Row Left to Right. Ret. Sgt. Jeﬀ Kalafut, Ret. Sgt. Ron Dunster, Ret. Capt. Don Gardner, Ret. Sgt. Mike Novak, Ret. Disp. Kathy Detoro, Ret. Disp. Kathy Hannon.

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Law Enforcement Agencies (C.A.L.E.A.) for “having demonstrated its voluntary commitment to law enforcement proficiency by adhering to a body of standards essential to the protection of the life, health, and safety of the citizens it serves”. Chief Beecher is proud of the department’s record and history. “We would not be where we are today if not for the efforts of those that came before us, and those that continue to work in Mount Olive, civilian and sworn officers alike.”

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Mount Olive Softball Wins Sectional Title

By Danielle Incognito oach Bill Romano, coach of Mt. Olive Softball, led his Varsity team to a Sectional Title. This win comes after a 13-0 win over 12-Union City in the first round; 5-0 win over 4th seeded Livingston in the quarterfinal round; and a 3-2 win over Morris Knolls in the semifinal round. Overall, the team’s offense showed improvement in getting extra base hits. Kaitlin Pettenger helped the team get 47 extra base hits this past season including seven doubles, three triples, and a home run with a .412 average and 23 RBIs. She and Anna Callahan were recently named to the Morris County All Coaches Team. The defense also came through strong with Callahan; her pitching only allowed just 33 earned runs this year in 106.1 innings. She had been the “go to” pitcher all season, and she only gave up 2 runs in the postseason, just 7 in the last three games. Also showing post season excellence was Lindsey Walter who served as leadoff batter, defensive shortstop, and even relief pitcher. Gabby Grillo had a strong season at third base. The other side of the field was well managed by Ashleigh Gallagher who played 1st base and Bella Salafia who played 2nd. The Lady Marauders won the Group 4 State semi final game 5-2, and they advanced to the finals at Kean University where they ultimately lost to Hightstown in the Group 4 title game.

Last year, North Hunterdon defeated Mount Olive in the state semifinals, a 3-2 decision, en route to the Group 4 title. Fans of the lady Marauders shared on their thoughts on Facebook commenting, “Great season girls. You should

be proud of yourselves.” The posts also consisted of all the praise for the people following them. “Thank you to all of our supporters and fans.”

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Beloved Mt. Olive Preschool Director, Kolleen Adams, Retiring After 34 Years

By Elise Phillips Margulis olleen Adams, who some students call Grandma, has spent the last 34 years as the Director of Fun ‘n’ Friends Preschool in the United Presbyterian Church of Mt. Olive. She enjoyed being with children as a teen, volunteering at her church Vacation Bible School and babysitting, and ultimately devoted her life to educating youngsters. Adams’ grew up imagining that she would be an elementary school teacher or a school bus driver knowing that she wanted to be surrounded by children. Her first professional teaching job was teaching second grade at Jefferson School in Roxbury after graduating from college. She remained there for seven years and left when her eldest son was born. After her third son began kindergarten, Adams accepted the Director position and began her three and a half decades at Fun ‘n’ Friends. Some of her happiest memories of Fun ‘n’ Friends were continued on page 14

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Model A Club Takes Cars Out on Historical Back Roads

By Jane Primerano embers of the Model A Ford Club of New Jersey drive their cars on modern roads all the time, but they rarely get a chance to drive them on the roads the cars were made for. On Saturday, June 8, courtesy of the Morris County Park Commission they had that chance. The Commission opened the Columbia Trail from Bartley Road to the Hunterdon County line to a group of Model As, and two Model Ts. The cars staged at the former Toys R Us warehouse and traveled the local roads to the trailhead. The park’s trail maintenance crew worked for days to get the surface ready for the vehicles and cut low-hanging tree branches. The commission theoretically closed the trail to hikers and bikers, but people lined the route to wave to the cars. “The trail is better than it’s ever been,” park commissioner and club member Richard Seabury said. “We had 140,000 people on the trail last year, but this is the first time we had Model As and Ts. His Model T station wagon (also called a woody wagon)

was the lead car. Club member Ed Saniewski of Denville, explained the term “station wagon” comes from the vehicles hoteliers would send to the railroad station to pick up guests. Seabury called his wagon a “depot hack.” The Model T traversed the trail with three passengers, but no luggage, although Seabury keeps tools in the back. His son, Brad, drove. “The rail trail is unique,” the elder Seabury said. “It replicates what driving was like back then.” He said Susan Yeager of the Model T Club of America said there are not many rail trails that can accommodate cars because of the bridges. The bridges on the Columbia Trail are sturdy enough for the cars, although Brad Seabury was a little concerned about the width of one of them. The wagon made it with inches to spare. The surface of the trail was fairly smooth, with new gravel laid in several places. Most of the stream crossings are bridges, but there is one small steep curve where a bridge would be impractical. The trail from Bartley to Middle Valley at the

The cars after turning onto the county road for the trip home.

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tremely important. Thick, non-mobile gum tissue is absolutely preferred over thin, mobile gingiva around dental implants. It is more resistant to abrasion from eating, toothbrushing, and general activity. The more mobile the gum tissue, the more susceptible the dental implant becomes to failure since the gum may erode from noxious stimuli. As the gum recedes, the bone will follow, and a negative pathway of bone loss around your dental implant ensues, putting your dental implant at risk of failing. All too often I need to speak to new dental implant patients about the quality of gum tissue described above (biotype). It is not unusual for patients to be interviewing multiple dentists to determine who they want to provide their dental implant care. If they have already visited one or two other offices and then come to me, they are skeptical when they hear me speaking about this topic if it applies to them. I understand this skepticism, but it is a very important and critical area that should not be overlooked. Patients are entitled to know about this often overlooked topic, because more often than not it will

affect the health of their implant over time. I have had to remove many implants that failed due to this problem. It is important to know that the quality of gum tissue can be corrected around dental implants, but ideally you would want to address it before the dental implants are placed. Gum grafting procedures are usually the best way to improve the situation. A person’s health is another important component for the success of dental implants with respect to the gums. Systemic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease directly affect the gingiva. Medications can affect both the gums and bone, such as Calcium Channel Blockers (ie: Dilantin), SSRIs (Lexapro, Proazc, Zoloft), bisphosphonates (Fosamax, Boniva, Actonel, Zometa), and Proton Pump Inhibitors (ie: Prilosec, Previcid). 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 Im-

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Hackettstown’s Martinez Aspires to Help Animals

llan Martinez has always liked animals. That love of animals took a real turning point though when in 10th grade at Hackettstown High School, he joined the FFA Club. Before he knew it he was entering competitions - and winning. “I was always interested in the physiology of body and related science,” said Martinez, who lives in Hackettstown and recently graduated from Warren County Community College with an Associates in Science degree (concentrating on biology). “In FFA I entered statewide competitions that focused on veterinarian topics and identifications associated with that. The competitions involving clinical performances, that’s what really prompted me to pursue this career.” Martinez’s family moved to Hackettstown in 2013 from Spanish Harlem in New York. He graduated from Hackettstown High School in 2017 and WCCC this past May with high honors. In fact he was the President of the Phi Theta Kappa chapter at WCCC, the nationwide community college high honors society. He was awarded the college’s Phi Theta Kappa award, as

well as the Science Award. In the fall he is planning on attending UC Davis in California, which has arguably the best veterinarian program in the United States. “It’s a demanding career and I’ve always pushed myself,” said Martinez, whose family owns the Mexican restaurant, Maria Bonita, in Independence Township. “So I applied to the best schools in the country for what I want to do. UC Davis is No. 1.” When Martinez heads to California his parents Guadalupe Villalva and Rigoberto Martinez will have a hole to fill at their restaurant. In between his studies, Martinez has acted as the manager, bartender, and sometimes server there. Martinez, who has three dogs at home (and two fish!), a Maltese and two rescued boxer lab siblings, eventually wants to specialize in being a veterinary surgeon. At UC Davis, he would essentially be in a “premed program” for surgeons. If all goes well, and who would doubt it, Martinez would continue towards that goal at UC Davis in a graduate program. Allan Martinez at his family’s restaurant in Independence Township; and with his proud parents Guadalupe Villalva and Rigoberto Martinez at the WCCC Awards Breakfast in May.

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Retiring... continued from page 8 when parents signed their children up and said that they were Fun ‘n’ Friends alumni. She usually remembered the first generation graduates. She also said that she was thrilled when her grandson attended the preschool. “It was really nice that my grandson Mason came to Fun ‘n’ Friends and now his sister Elliana is in the Junior class. It is interesting to see your grandchildren in a school environment. They still called me Grandma (and so do some of the other kids in their class).” Other favorite memories include, “how generous our families were in their donations to our food pantry at Thanksgiving and the monetary donations during the St. Jude Trike-a-Thon (over $900). Our special programs, like Dad’s Sports Night and Spring Fling with moms always are very enjoyable. Some of our parents have been with the nursery school for 10 years or more. When that last child graduates you feel happy that you have gotten to know a special family. Graduation is wonderful. You see how much the children have grown socially, emotionally and academically. I feel happy and sad as they head off on their new adventure.” Adams said that she was especially ex-

cited and honored when a staff member told her she met someone whose daughter wrote her college thesis about Fun ‘n’ Friends and how it gave her such a great foundation. She exclaimed, “What more could you ask for than to be remembered like that?!” Adams talked about how the school has changed in the last 35 years to adapt to changes in the school system. She said that, “Fun ‘n’ Friends has become more academic to meet the needs when entering elementary school.” However, the school remains true to its mission to, “teach in a loving, fun and exciting way so the kids just grow in confidence and knowledge.” The program is customized to develop the preschoolers’ social, intellectual and manipulative skills while taking into consideration the interests and attention span of each child. Adams says that the preschool truly is “the foundation for each child’s future as he/she learns to communicate and participate in a classroom program while still giving him/her the freedom of play and continued growth as an individual. Every child is helped to discover the excitement of learning and to develop a healthy attitude toward themselves and others.”

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The 49th Annual Morris County 4-H Fair

By Melissa A. Kay his July marks the impressive 49th year that the Morris County 4-H Fair has been delighting local residents with a wide array of amusement, activities, action, and sheer appreciation for the 4-H. Their motto of “Making the world a better place one member at a time” is something those personally involved take to heart, and this fun-filled Fair is a celebration of this sentiment in all its splendor. From July 18-21, folks can come on down to Chubb Park in Chester, New Jersey for wholesome family-friendly fun, lots of activities and attractions, and enough food to fill ‘em up for the day. According to Kelly Dziak, the Morris County 4-H Program Associate, “The Fair typically attracts about 20,000 people from all over New Jersey and the surrounding areas.” With so many people coming together and celebrating, it is no surprise that the 4-H means a great deal to the community. “Hundreds of volunteers come together to make the Fair possible each year,” says Dziak, so it is a community effort resulting in entertainment and enjoyment for all. As per Dziak, “The Fair is run by the Morris County 4-H Association which is made up of 4-H volunteers, club leaders, and par-

ents. Chris Hallihan is a Board member for the Association, a proud parent of two active 4-H club members, and the Entertainment Coordinator for the Fair.” Dziak’s role is to advise the 4-H Association, oversee and manage the many volunteers, coordinate the various events happening during the Fair, and provide office support in setup, running, and take-down of the Fair. The Morris County 4-H office is also supported by Kathy Murarik (4-H Program Associate), Bridget Cirillo-Kratt (Administrative Assistant), and several summer interns. It takes a village, as they say, and Morris County proves just that as they execute this extraordinary event. So, what can visitors expect this July at the Morris County 4-H Fair? The summer scene will be spectacular, with amusing and educational animal shows (dog, goat, horse, poultry, rabbit, cavy, small animals), live music and other performances and demonstrations, tasty food including BBQ chicken and root beer floats, rides (hot air balloon, pony, hay), petting zoos, contests (watermelon eating, cake decorating, dress-a-pet), and much more. This year, some never-before seen attractions include the new 4-H clubs showcasing their projects, including

the Busy Bees 4-H Beekeeping Club and the World Exploration 4-H Culture Club. Plus, a local woodcarver will be demonstrating his artistic skills to the public, a real must-see. The specific events schedule can be found on the Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station website at www.morris.

njaes.rutgers.edu/4h/fair/ and at the 4-H information booth on the days of the Fair. Rain or shine, the Fair will run as planned, so don’t worry if the weather’s a little wet. Fun can be found under the sun or an umbrella! The Morris County 4-H Fair is a special continued on page 17

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continued from page 16 summer event that is truly important to the community, as it has been for nearly half a century. As Dziak explains, “The Morris County 4-H Fair reflects the interests of our county’s youth residents. At the Fair, visitors will see our kids’ passion for community service, science, animals, arts, engineering, and much more. The Fair is a celebration of

the hard work our 4-H members have put into their projects over the past year. It also serves as a way for the wider community to connect with these passionate youth, learn from them, and discover a new passion for themselves. The Fair offers summer family fun, but it does not stop there. 4-H is a yearlong program that is built on the interests of

youth and the passion of adult volunteers to help youth achieve their goals.” Admission to the Morris County 4-H Fair is free with a $5 donation suggested for parking if possible, $10 on Friday after 6PM for the fireworks display. For more information about the 4-H Fair, 4-H clubs, or about becoming a 4-H volunteer, visit the 4-H Fair

website or contact the 4-H office at 973285-8301 or 4hmorris@njaes.rutgers.edu. All 4-H programs are offered to all youth, grades K-12, on an age-appropriate basis without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, or disability.

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Pastor Sharon Hoﬀ Joins Trinity Ministry Team

by Elsie Walker astor Sharon Hoff of Hackettstown refers to herself as a “practiced extrovert”. Nicknamed, “the brat” as a child by her two sisters, Hoff notes that she became an introvert as an adult and that 30 years ago you couldn’t get her to talk with a stranger. However, a call to the ministry changed that. “It has been stepping outside my comfort zone,” she noted. Recently, Hoff became the Chaplain at Compassionate Care Hospice in Sparta. This month, she joins the ministry team at Trinity United Methodist Church in Hackettstown as Congregational Care Pastor. In that role, she will be visiting those in the hospital and shut-ins, plus be an ear for those struggling with grief, stress, depression, etc. It will be a type of homecoming as Hoff attended Trinity before entering the ministry. However, Hoff has not always been involved in the church. Ministry is a second career for Hoff who spent 27 years as a unified communications engineer, programming telephone systems. She’d didn’t even come to faith until later in life. “I was not raised in the church,” Hoff explained. She is what some called a “Chreaster” (a person who only attends church on Christmas and Easter). She noted that she was uncomfortable in church. Hoff shared that what brought her into the church on a regular basis was an invitation from one of her sisters. Her sister was married, had children, and was involved in Trinity United Methodist Church. Hoff had seen a transformation in her sister because of her church involvement. At the time, Hoff was married with one child; her sister offered to take that child to church. Hoff felt how could

she ask her child to attend church and not attend herself, so she went, too. Over time, she became involved in the church. “As my involvement grew, so did my faith,” said Hoff. As a layperson at Trinity, Hoff led and facilitated small group ministries and eventually became the Chairperson for Small Group Ministries. She was also involved in Youth Mission and Ministry, as her children were involved in it. “It was the purposeful place to be,” she said. She was encouraged to take the basic layspeaker class for lay people who wanted to get more involved in ministry, and then became a certified layspeaker. However, Hoff noted, “I wanted to do more”. She said she wanted to help God’s kingdom, but couldn’t see herself doing that with her job programming telephone systems. The years 2015-2017 were a period of defining where she needed to be. She wanted to minister to people, but also to be able to offer people the sacraments. The latter was something a layperson couldn’t do. Hoff decided to become a licensed local pastor. “Doors opened as the credentialing was being obtained,” she said. Her first appointment to a church was actually to serve to two churches: Vienna United Methodist Church and Free Union United Methodist Church. Now, she has been appointed part time to Trinity United Methodist Church while also serving at the hospice in Sparta. Hoff ’s role at Trinity requires her to “be a good listener”. Hoff also shared, “I’ve been told I have a calming, gentle personality”. She finds that having people talking, vocalizing problems and not keeping things bottled up, or just telling their story, can help in dealing with problems like stress, depression, grief, etc.

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Mount Olive Chamber Names Scholarship Recipients

he Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce recently recognized four recipients from their annual scholarship awards, which include two high school students and two college students. The four were recognized at the Chamber’s Business and Humanitarian Awards Dinner on June 13. John Bigger and Sarah Leonard, both of whom attend Mount Olive High School, will

receive a $750 scholarship. Madeline Crisp and Margaret Schaffer, current college students, each earned a $500 scholarship toward their education through the MOACC Family Scholarship, open to family members of current Chamber members. Bigger is headed to the Georgia Institute of Technology to major in Computer Science and Business. An Eagle Scout and NJ Scholar, Bigger was inducted into nu-

Left to right, Scholarship Committee Chair Claudia Ehrgott, Margaret Schaﬀer, Cheryl Crisp, accepting for her daughter Madeline, John Bigger, Sarah Leonard, Scholarship Committee member Dan Hirshberg, and Harry Browne, President of the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce. Photo by MC Ward Images.

Crisp, daughter of MOACC member Cheryl Crisp, submitted an essay called “The Biochemistry of My Life.” She is currently studying molecular biology with minors in Irish and History at the University of Pittsburgh. Schaffer, daughter of member Patrice Schaffer, is pursuing an Associate Degree in Musical Theater at County College of Morris. She discussed her love of volunteerism in her application essay. The scholarship recipients were recognized at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, June 13.

merous national honors societies, attended the Governor’s School in the Sciences residential program, and dedicated his time to business and science-based clubs and local volunteerism. Leonard will study Business Analytics and Operations Management at the University of Maryland, College Park campus, come fall. A member of multiple national honor societies, Leonard is a proven leader and has been active at school in academics, athletics, and school government. The Chamber also honors member’s children with scholarship opportunities as well.

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Panther Valley’s Derek Weaver Leads HHS Golf To ‘Freedom’

he Hackettstown High School golf team, led by sophomore Derek Weaver, nailed down its fifth straight division championship in May with a win over Vernon. Weaver, a member of Panther Valley Golf & Country Club, used the home course to his advantage as he spurred the Tigers on to victory to capture the NJAC Freedom Division title. The Tigers use Panther Valley as the team’s “home field.” The win improved the team’s record to 14-3 and continued Hackettstown’s reputation as a divisional powerhouse as the crown was its 7th in the past 9 years. Clearly, Weaver was at the center of the Tigers’ success this year. Here are some highlights of Weaver’s season: A 37, 9-hole average, 78, 18-hole hole tournament average, 4 9-hole rounds under par, 32 (-4 ) at Bowling Green GC in win over Jefferson 5/2, 33 (-1) at Great Gorge GC in a loss at Vernon 5/6, 34 (-2) at PV in a win over Montville and Lenape Valley 5/1, and 30 (-6) at PV in win over Randolph. “Derek had a stretch I have never seen before with his under-par performances in early May,” said coach Mike Andrusin. “He constantly works on his game and certainly saw the benefits of

his hard work pay off. I haven’t seen anyone in the newspapers that has shot a round of (-6) 30 this spring in NJ high school golf. The sky is the limit to what this young man can accomplish and I look forward to the spring of 2020 to see what happens.” In addition, Weaver shot 83 at State Sectionals in the rain on Monday 5/13 and missed qualifying for NJTOC by just 2 strokes. He shot 76 at the Hunterdon Warren Sussex County Tourney when the Tigers overall finished 4th in the field. The team also finished 4th at Group 2 North 2 State Sectionals. All in all, a pretty good season for the Tigers. “Graduation hit us hard in 2018 with losing two quality players,” noted Andrusin. “Our seniors this year stepped up to fill that void and the JV golfers from last year made a great commitment to playing better and becoming the solid base for years to come. Eric (Jagnandan), Nick (Genung), Billy (Defazio)and Dan (Canavan) left their mark on this golf program winning four Freedom Division Championships in a row during their time here at HHS. Something very few athletes can say they ac-

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complished.” Weaver, meanwhile, will be back next year, but before then, he has plenty more golf to go this year. He is expected to play in numerous tournaments over the summer.

“He’s an amazing golfer,” said Dan McCarthy, Panther Valley’s Golf Pro, who has been working with Weaver for several years. “He always seems to outdo himself every day. Derek is exciting to watch and no doubt there’s a lot more excitement to go.”

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Hackettstown High School Senior Wins 2019 Congressional Art Competition

By Elise Phillips Margulis lise Leinaweaver, a senior at Hackettstown High School, is the first prize winner of the 5th District 2019 Congressional Art Competition. She entered a self-portrait that she created in a summer art course. The assignment was to capture Eduard Munch’s expressive emotional style by interpreting it through her own life. Her response was a heartfelt rendering of her face with a worried expression surrounded by words expressing her insecurities and anxiety called Self Portrait #2. The annual competition began in 1982 to acknowledge the importance of art and to recognize artistic talent across the country. More than 650,000 high school students have participated since the inception of the competition. All of the participants received a congressional commendation and special recognition at the district ceremony on May 4, 2019. Leinaweaver’s self-portrait will be hung in the the Capitol Building for a year. She also received roundtrip airline tickets to Washington, D.C. to attend the National Art Competition Ribbon-Cutting ceremony in June. Leinaweaver says she remembers drawing all the time as a small child although she didn’t consistently take formal classes until high school. She enjoys working with charcoal, shading pencils and colored pencils because her first foray into art was drawing. Now Leinaweaver is experimenting with paint. She said, “I’ve found a new love for painting and

I’m really enjoying exploring that specific area of art.” She began studying art informally when she was around thirteen or fourteen by observing other artists’ methods. She took some art classes for a while. In high school she started becoming more serious about being instructed in art and and took several classes and she continues to study art and teach herself techniques at home. Leinaweaver’s favorite subjects are landscapes and portraits. She talked about her current project of creating a, “mini concentration for my art class which is a series of portraits at the moment, but I like them because perception can be a very interesting focal point within that type of art. The artist can perceive someone in an interesting sort of light and mimics that view point to their audiences which I think is really fascinating. It can create something very cryptic and acts almost like a puzzle which I think is incredibly clever. In terms of non-painting artwork, my subject matter ranges mainly in still lifes or portraits because I am still learning as an artist.” Leinaweaver’s inspirations include Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, Cindy Sherman, Yayoi Kusama, Alphonse Mucha and many others. She also cites music, friends, family, scenic places and “the happiness she sees in other people” as muses. Next year Leinaweaver will attend Lesley University and plans to major in Art Therapy. She knew at an early age that continued on page 24

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Heath Village Gardeners Host FREE Community Garden Tour

eath Village Resident Gardeners will be hosting a free walking tour of its Community Garden and an overview of its 100+ acre campus on Tuesday, July 16 at 10:00 a.m. (Rain Date Thursday, July 18). A light lunch will be served. The program will include a discussion by residents on the history of the garden, its importance to the community and other outdoor amenities. Over lunch, Laura Galley, Ornamental Horticulturalist from Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery will lead a conversation on gardening tips and answer

questions from attendees. While the event is free; space is limited and reservations are required. To register, please call Melissa Nichols at 908-6845006. Heath Village is a full-service retirement community located at 430 Schooley’s Mountain Road in Washington Township, Morris County. For further information, please call 908-852-4801 or visit us on our website at www.heathvillage.com. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/heathvillage.

Art Competition... continued from page 22 she’d want to pursue an occupation involving art as an adult. While researching art fields she discovered art therapy. She’s already dabbled in art therapy as a volunteer. “I ended up volunteering at a bereavement center last year with a grief group for children where the counselors used art as an expressive field for the kids to open up about their feelings. Going through that really solidified my decision of wanting to

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Sam Freund and White Birch: Perfect Together in Flanders

By Steve Sears ou can tell when first speaking to Chef Sam Freund that the restaurant he and Steve Bussel opened in mid-October 2018 is very special. For a few reasons. “The name came from my father who passed away a couple years ago,” Freund says. “He was in construction and built the house my family grew up in. When my father, Mike, and my mother, Linda, cleared the land to build, he left one white birch tree in the yard with three branches branching out of it for all his children, Erika, Michael, and I.” White Birch, located at 380 Route 206 (908-955-0443, www.whitebirchrestaurant.com) is, in Freund’s words, “spacious, I wanted a farm feel to it, has great natural light with the big windows in front.” The location is advantageous as well. “Thousands of cars pass us every day. Which is a blessing. I always say you never know who is going to walk through your door.” The landscape is beautiful, and modern farm pictures inside add to the atmosphere. In

addition, their organic fresh vegetable garden outside their patio provides fresh produce. Freund also created an open kitchen concept with the bar, so all White Birch cold appetizers and house-made desserts come from there. “Great for any type of get together or functions,” says Freund of his establishment. Freund grew up in nearby Mansfield, and part of his childhood was going to the many area farms and getting fresh eggs from the local farms. “It’s unique to grow up that way,” he says, and it has fed his wonderful career. “Having a restaurant in north west New Jersey and to have the chance to utilize the farms around us, was a no brainer. That was my concept to use the local farms and to support them with the amazing, hard work they put in. The difference truly shows when you can pull vegetables right out of the ground.” Freund has a culinary degree from the New York Art Institute, and you can picture in your mind and feel the tingle in your taste buds that the cuisine and plate pre-

sentation are going to wow you. “Culinary is an art,” says Freund, adding that combining different foods and cooking techniques to create flavors is the eye candy. He explains his “easel.” “Then when you create colors from vegetables like beets, peas, and different fruits, and then knife cuts to make things look sexy, you’re creating the picture. Everyone eats with their eyes first,

and if you can match the flavor profile from the first instinct, it all comes together.” Freund’s resume is top notch. His first stop was One Hudson Catering and Eleven Madison Park in New York City, and next as Executive Chef for four years at One if by Land, Two if by Sea. He then went west to Denver and opened both TAG Raw Bar and continued on page 28

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Make Room for New Favorites on the Grill

hether firing up the grill for a pool party, barbecue or even just a weeknight meal, one thing’s for sure: summertime means grilling season. Grilling takes many forms and flavors from casual favorites like burgers and hot dogs to flame-kissed vegetables and the artistry of a perfectly done steak. However, the possibilities don’t end there. By mixing and matching traditional grilled classics with options that have a variety of textures and flavors, you can shake up your at-home menu and add new favorites to your routine this grilling season. One ingredient to consider adding to your repertoire is Mrs. T’s Pierogies, which are available in 14 flavors. They’re stuffed with creamy mashed potatoes, cheesy goodness and other big, bold flavors, and you can grill them right alongside your favorite barbecue fare. Consider these tips from grilling expert Susie Bulloch of “Hey Grill Hey” to add some new sizzle to your

grill this summer by using pierogies. Use good cooking oil to create a crispy exterior. Olive, avocado or canola oil can handle the heat of the grill. Try two-zone cooking. Start by cooking on the low-temperature side of the grill (known as indirect cooking) to slowly heat from frozen. Then move to the hot side of the grill (direct) to add a crisp texture and achieve a golden brown exterior. Add layers of texture. With a soft interior and crispy exterior, pierogies pair well with juicy, chewy protein and a flavorful sauce, enhancing their texture and flavors. You can create these layers with a recipe like Grilled Pierogies with Steak and Chimichurri. Don’t be afraid of color. Grilled to golden brown with aesthetic grill marks, you can add an extra crunch and boost of flavor. Find more grilling recipes and ideas at continued on page 29

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White Birch... continued from page 27 TAG Burger Bar. He then returned in 2013 to the Garden State, creating seasonal tapas and monthly wine dinners for Long Valley’s Café & Wine Bar, and then opened Slamwich Scratch Kitchen in Madison, a critic’s choice winner for lunch in 2016, 2017 and 2018. Paper clip to the work history the accolades of Beer and Bacon Festival Winner (Denver), James Beard Outstanding Contribution Award (New York), and Wine Enthusiast Magazine Featured Guest Chef, and the portrait is that of an acclaimed career. White Birch, a BYOB which can accommodate 70 diners indoors, and an adjacent outdoor patio for up to 32, is one spot where you won’t hear the popular restaurant slogan, “signature dish.” “The goal is to constantly challenge yourself and learn. Obviously, if the guest likes something a lot, we keep it around; but I’m one who believes in change is good. Also, seasonal ingredients are important. Showcase what’s now and not before.” Freund also adds, “But if there was one thing I wouldn’t change, its definitely our focaccia bread with rosemary sea salt.” A few entree highlights are a Dou-

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New Favorites... continued from page 28 mrstspierogies.com. Grilled Pierogies with Steak and Chimichurri Recipe courtesy of Susie Bulloch of “Hey Grill Hey” Pierogies: 1 package Mrs. T’s Classic Onion Pierogies 1-2 tablespoons olive oil Tri-Tip Steak: 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tri-tip steak (2-3 pounds) Chimichurri Sauce: 1 cup fresh Italian parsley, packed 1/4 cup fresh cilantro 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/3 cup red wine vinegar 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

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Vets Summer Fest Aug. 10 Benefits Homeless Veterans

he Annual Vets Summer Fest is an event that is a lot of fun, but with a very important cause. There are homeless veterans throughout the nation and New Jersey is no stranger to this issue. For nearly a decade this event has raised over $150,000 for homeless veterans and Operation Chillout. A donation-oriented event, the festival takes place this year on Saturday Aug. 10 at Vasa Park in Mount Olive. The day runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and is family-friendly with kids activities included. There is also a motorcycle run, car show, food, beer and wine, vendors (Craft Show and Direct Sales), and live music all day. Operation Chillout is an all-volunteer outreach dedicated to ending to the crisis of homelessness for veterans, men and women throughout New Jersey and parts of NE Pennsylvania by promoting awareness of the multi-faceted nature of poverty and homelessness and advocating for sustainable solutions and programs serving the needs of the poor, addicted, abused and homeless to improve the quality of their lives leading to permanent change

and independent living. Switching things up a bit this year Vets Fest will be featuring national headliner the Dana Fuchs Band mid afternoon. Opening for Dana will be local favorites Atlanta Cafe Band. Capping off the night on stage will be B-Sides. “Support for this event has been amazing over the years,” said Tony DeStefano, one of the organizers and a veteran himself. “People are so giving. Whatever we can do to help our homeless brothers and sisters we want to do. And money talks, let’s face it. The money raised from this event goes a long way in making that happen.” Two of Fuch’s albums, Bliss Avenue and Songs from the Road reached the Top 10 of the Blues Album Chart of Billboard magazine. Fuchs is known for her heart-felt live performances. The festival is sponsored by Millington Bank, Transwestern, Navitend, PNC Bank, WRNJ, WXPN, and Joe Hirsh Productions. Sound for this event will be provided by Kennedy Events.

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Parrillo Earns Girl Scout Gold Award ed her proposal to the Board of Education. Loving the idea, the class will now be offered this summer for students and hopefully offered again this coming fall. “I encourage all Girl Scouts to work on getting their Gold Award. It’s an amazing accomplishment and the feeling of achiev-

ing your goal is priceless,” Parrillo said. “It feels amazing to see something great happen in your community and know that it was all because of you and your hard work. Lastly, I want to thank my mom. This wouldn’t be possible without her. Thank you, mom, I love you.”

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Morris County School of Technology and Main Street Philanthropy Announce Revolutionary Program Launch of “The Main Street Philanthropy Academy”

orris County School of Technology and Main Street Philanthropy launched a unique partnership that created a dynamic, real world experience in charitable giving and fundraising. This 10-week process brought together small groups of students, their classroom teacher, a Main Street Philanthropy Ambassador, generous donors and front-line charities, all of whom will benefit from this remarkable collaboration. Using donated funds and money they raise themselves, students identified local charities whose missions align with the students’ charitable passions. Working in small groups, students examined these organizations’ tax returns and evaluated their effectiveness in accomplishing their charitable purposes. They interviewed officers and board members and then decided which organizations are having the greatest impact. Eventually, they will deliver checks to those charities that are doing the best job in the community. Spearheaded by Kerrie Bellisario, Academy for Design Teacher and Christine Hi-

etanen, English Teacher, both at Morris County School of Technology and Yale Levey, the Main Street Philanthropy ambassador and co-creator of the organization, this program launched as part of a cutting-edge new program spreading throughout the country. “Main Street Philanthropy gives our students an authentic learning opportunity to practice and hone 21st century skills--communication, collaboration, and critical thinking--while exploring real-world situations, said Christine Hietanen. “When the students began working on the Main Street Philanthropy project, they came to life, realizing that with the tools and training in this program, they could bring their collective desires to make a difference in their communities a reality. This program is the spring board students need as they discover and explore their own sense of agency,” said Kerrie Bellisario. Soon to be graduates of the program have noted its impact in their lives, stating that “In order to address any issue, having multiple perspectives encourages new and

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NJ-Dance & Show Heading to South America

his year will mark our second year in Mount Olive for NJDance and Show. Throughout the years we have formed a very tight knit dance group and we are happy to grow with our students and share our love of dance with them! Our specialty is working with classes of small groups to ensure that every child can show their full potential! This year we are happy to announce that our team will be going to South America (Paraguay) in July to compete. We will be representing the US and it will be a great experience for our students. The students will be competing all different styles of dances such as ballet, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, open and folk dance. This is just one of the many opportunities that our dance school offers. We will also be opening summer classes July through August so we hope to see you! NJ-Dance and Show Performing Arts is located at 141 Rt 46, Budd Lake 973- 527-4100. Paid Advertisement

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Not Your Grandfather’s Home Loan:

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n today’s world where moving fast is the norm, you may think that finding the time to apply for a home loan is about as likely as finding the time to remove your jampacked storage room of all the objects that don’t bring you joy. The good news is the process is probably a lot less time-consuming than you think. Back in the day, when interest rates were 15-plus percent (before online banking was even a thing), getting a mortgage loan required a trip to the bank for a conversation with your lender and a long slog to gather copies of paystubs, tax documents and bank statements. The process may have even involved faxing. All that documentation was for good reason and is still needed – it shows you have the ability to repay your loan and are assuming a financial obligation you can afford. But mortgage companies have found much easier ways to move you through the home lending process. “Consumers today expect that most anything can be accomplished with a few taps on their mobile devices,” says Perry Hilzendeger, head of Wells Fargo’s Home Lending Retail division. “We’re aligning the mortgage experience to that expectation.” Imagine this: you’re perusing real estate sites and find a property you like. You call the real estate agent and get an appointment to see it tomorrow, but it’s a competitive

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Panther Valley to Celebrate 50th Anniversary

appy Anniversary! That’s what they are saying at Panther Valley Golf & Country Club these days. Fifty years ago, the club opened with much fanfare as the premier golf course in Northwest New Jersey. Now, the club is not only a premier golf club, but a premier country club with all the amenities, including golf, swimming, tennis, dining, special events, catering, and simply put, a great place to network with business associates and socialize with family and friends. “What an amazing history Panther Valley Golf & Country Club has,” said Joseph Mattar, whose family owns the club. “The founders had a great vision that continues to this day. We are proud of where we are now, not only with our golfing programs but also with our social programs. Panther Valley is all about family, friendship and tradition.” The club is planning a weekend of celebration July 12-14. The heart of the club, of course, is the championship golf course designed by the famous architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. Jones designed a challenging and picturesque course that its members and their guests find exceptional at all levels of play. The club is well known outside of the region as well, having been selected to host major events over the years, most recently a US Open Qualifier (in 2016) and the USGA Senior Amateur Sectional Qualifier (2017).

In fact, Panther Valley’s golf course has been highlighted in numerous publications and websites over the years, such as Met Golfer, NJ State Golf Association magazine, the Star-Ledger, the Daily Record, and the New Jersey Herald. “Panther Valley is recognized as among the best in the state,” said Dan McCarthy, the Golf Pro. “It was designed for golfers who want a challenge but also with golfers in mind who might be starting out or are still honing their skills.” The club’s championship plaque features noted names past and present. In 1969, the first men’s and women’s club champions were Vincent Larkin and Helen Wilkenson. Raymond Ash is the alltime men’s club champion with 10 titles. On the women’s side, Donna Policastro has been the champion for the past seven years, tying her with Sarah Gallagher for the most titles. In recent years Joe Larkin was the men’s crown last year while Dan Gregory captured titles in 2015 and 2017, with Mark Weaver taking the 2016 championship. Panther Valley has additionally produced numerous young “stars”, most recently Derek Weaver and the Barton twins, Chloe and Lucy. Others from Panther Valley who have attained success in the state and beyond, include Chris Nallen, Pat Wilson and Ruan Snouffer. The weekend of July 12-14 will feature a host of events for Members - and

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ducational activities and plans that allow kids to flex their brain muscles in fun and creative ways can be ideal ways to spend family time that makes lasting memories. While children typically gain invaluable knowledge and experience in the classroom, purposeful activities done outside of that setting can help encourage kids to keep learning and make family moments more enjoyable for everyone involved. From planning trips that celebrate animals and the great outdoors to rainy day activities at home that inspire creative expression, these ideas can produce some family moments worth remembering. 1. Go on a scavenger hunt. From native species of plants, animals and insects to neighborhood landmarks, there are plenty of interesting things that can be found right in your own backyard. Organize a scavenger hunt and work together in teams of family members to search for each item on the list, then do more research on the things you found once you return home. For a real challenge, expand your hunt to the city limits of your hometown and make a day trip of the adventure. 2. Hang out with wildlife. Learn about different species of animals, how to help protect them and the importance of eco-friendly everyday practices by visiting a destination like an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)-accredited zoo or aquarium. You can explore the challenges facing endangered species, discover how community programs are spurring positive change for conservation and learn more at aza.org. After learning about animals that need help, you can visit zebrapen.com/ aza for fun kids games, coloring pages and other activities that encourage creativity. Many animal sanctuaries and wildlife

recovery centers also have endangered species and offer educational information about them. 3. Visit a national park. Many park ranger programs provide opportunities to interact with the animals that live in the area, as well as information about any endangered animals and how you can help with conservation efforts. While in the park, you can also enjoy a nature hike, have a picnic lunch and view the different species of plants in the region. 4. Enjoy an arts and crafts day. Spending time doing an art project is a hands-on way to help introduce kids to new ideas and ways of learning. Engage the entire family by creating crafts with different subjects of interest. This can help create conversations and opportunities to further explore what your children are interested in. 5. Organize a game day. A play day can be just as fun as it is educational. Choose from a variety of games that can allow players to get extra creative. Options like Pictionary or charades tap into different types of creative skills, which can keep everyone engaged while they’re learning to express themselves effectively in new ways. Capture Moments That Matter Make your family’s learning adventures more memorable by encouraging kids to capture their experiences on paper. The practice of communicating on paper can help lock in memories, plus it’s a clever way for kids to practice practical skills in an engaging and productive way. Adjust these ideas as needed to match the ability level of each child so the whole family can participate. 1. Write about experiences in a journal or diary. For older kids, encourage them to use words to describe their adventures.

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Hot Ideas for Outdoor Living Create the Backyard Retreat of Your Dreams

ivable space may be traditionally confined to a home’s interior, but the growing popularity of outdoor living design suggests that homeowners are broadening the definition to make the most of a home’s total footprint. An outdoor patio is a natural extension of the home, offering additional seating and, with the right amenities, a way to enjoy meals and entertainment al fresco. After the sunlight fades, features powered by propane – like full outdoor kitchens, patio heaters, fire pits, flame lighting and more – can keep the fun going well into the night. What constitutes the perfect outdoor living space is as varied as homeowners’ personal tastes. A simple seating arrangement with a fire pit or water feature may be ideal for one, while expansive hardscaping and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen can best meet the needs of another. Stop dreaming and start planning with these ideas for the features that can transform your plain backyard into the envy of the neighborhood. Lighting There’s dim mood lighting and there’s darkness. Ensure adequate light for activities

like meal preparation and safe travel from one area of the yard to another with wellplaced lighting. Strings of twinkling lights set a festive tone, but you’ll also want to consider lighting walkways and other high-activity areas. An option with a gas-powered flame creates an unforgettable effect and works anywhere from walkways to patios. An added bonus, real flame lights are totally odorless and function even during power outages for added security and safety. Patio Heaters If you’re itching to get outside before the season has fully arrived, or if you find yourself not wanting to head indoors even after the warm sun is gone, you can extend hours of enjoyment by heating the patio. A propane patio heater is a clean, safe and reliable way to raise the temperature by up to 30 degrees, so a chill won’t stop you from enjoying your backyard retreat. Fireplaces and Fire Pits There’s something soothing about the crackle and pop of flames dancing in the night sky, no matter what time of year it is. On a chilly evening, they add the functional benefit of delivering warmth, but yearround, there’s an ambiance that almost

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Artist David John Rush to Exhibit his Contemporary Paintings at the Mayo Performing Arts Center’s Starlight Gallery

By Lorraine Lyzak rtist David John Rush will be exhibiting his contemporary paintings at the Mayo Performing Arts Center June 25 through September 3. Many of his dramatic paintings, in the art form of Chromatic Structuralism, will be on display at the MPAC’s Starlight Gallery. The exhibit is open to ticket holders by request during any performance. You many also call 973-

539-0345 ext. 6506 for an appointment to view the paintings during normal business hours. The Mayo Performing Arts Center is located at 100 South Street, Morristown. Aside from his busy exhibiting schedule, Rush teaches Studio Art and Watercolor for Mt. Olive Recreation at the Mt. Olive High School. More information on his classes can be found on the Mt. Olive Recreation website. Rush also can be found on Facebook.

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n the evening of Saturday December 15, Randolph Climbing Center (RCC) hosted an event Climbing Beyond Cancer to fundraise for the organization Epic Experience. Epic Experience provides free weeklong adventure ex-

periences to adults who have been diagnosed with canacer. “Most organizations that existed at the time when Epic Experience was founded focused on kids or young adults. Epic Experience is the only one who does adults and all stages of Cancer, both

those currently in treatment and survivors,” says Sabine Schwab, who organized the event. Schwab, 36, of Roxbury, was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2014 at age 32, shortly after giving birth to her daughter. Her tumor was about the size of a golf

ball. “I had open brain surgery, six weeks of daily radiation, and a year of chemotherapy,” says Schwab. She is a brain cancer survivor of almost five years now and devotes much of her time volunteering. “I have dedicated my life to the cancer community. I serve on various boards, and I’m a speaker and advocate in the brain tumor community,” says Schwab. Schwab a ttended an Epic Experience camp in May 2015. Schwab’s experience brought her white water rafting on the Colorado River, among other activities. “It’s not just the adventures that bring the healing,” says Schwab, “they also make time for group discussions with commonly shared fears and questions along the cancer journey.” Schwab joined the

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Experience. Joe Auriemma III, one of By Dawn M Chiossi the managers and Eve is often a huge night ew Year’s the event for coordithe masses. People from all over nator of Randolph say goodbye (or in some cases, good riddance) to the old year and welcome in Climbing Center, the new with merriment and fun. says that theyone are one of New the York’s great Time Square is perhaps the most famous, kept secrets of the but every location has its own traditions, local climbing com- and Morristown is a prime munity. The Epic Experience event was the first fundraising event at RCC. Now, “we are looking cont. on page 9

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