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RHS Selected Students March To NY To Perform On Today Show

By Ann Marie Barron hough they’re more comfortable performing a bit later in the day, members of the Randolph High School Marching Band happily rose before dawn recently

and traveled to New York City for a chance to perform live on NBC’s Today show.

On Oct. 8, the Marching Rams, including members of the Color Guard and several cheerleaders trav-

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eled to Rockefeller Plaza to perform the Today’s homecoming show.

The experience was one none of them would soon forget.

“I don’t think any of us have experienced anything like that and it was a really big honor to be a part of that,’’ said Katrina Arenas, a senior drum major. Arenas said she was pleasantly surprised by the support they received from the Today show staff. “They were all really nice,’’ she said. “They made sure we knew what was going on and what to do. It was all

really organized.’’

The band played seven songs as four Randolph cheerleaders danced and

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

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four members of the band’s color guard performed on each side of the stage. The performance took place

outside of 30 Rockefeller Plaza at around 8:30 a.m.

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RHS Students Perform On Today Show... continued from front page has 150 members, only a select few could be chosen to participate, said Band Director Dawn Russo.

“They earned it,’’ said Russo of the participants, noting that the band members she selected all had been named section leaders last spring. It’s a position that requires dedication, maturity and responsibility, among other strong qualities, she said. “I thought it was fair to take section leaders because they have worked the hardest.’’

The band was invited by Brittany Mania, a 2011 Randolph High School alumna and an associate producer on the Today show.

“When tasked with finding a high school marching band for Today’s homecoming show, I turned to the best one I knew: The Marching Rams,’’ Mania said. “We were very pleased to spotlight the Marching Rams on Today and share their music with our three million viewers. They did a great job!’’

“It was surreal,’’ said Russo, who has

been at Randolph High School for 18 years and been the band director since 2005.

“They have a plan, but they change it at a moment’s notice.’’ Russo said they’d planned to perform three times, but wound up playing much more – four songs for the television audience and three more for the crowd gathered outside in Rockefeller Plaza.

“They give you the exact minute when you’re going to play,’’ she says.

The hardest part was getting up so early, they said. The group boarded a charter bus at their high school at 3:45 a.m. to arrive in Manhattan at 5:15 a.m.

“It wasn’t easy for any of us,’’ said Arenas, noting that the marching band had performed at a home football game against West Morris Central the night before.

Russo said the trip was made easier by a helpful group of parents.

“The band parents fed us, which was a good thing,’’ she said. “They fed us well. A lot of parents came out to support us. That was a nice surprise.’’

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By Henry M. Holden ne of Morris County’s most heavily-traveled roadways received a major facelift, thanks to nearly five million dollars in approved repair projects.

Sussex Turnpike runs through Randolph, and serves as a commuter route to and from Morristown, the County College of Morris, and Route 10 in Roxbury. The road has been under design for safety and capacity improvements by the New Jersey Department of Transportation since the 1970’s.

In March 2015, the Morris County Freeholders approved a $4.7 million Sussex Turnpike intersection improvement project designed to enhance safety and traffic flow. Two miles of Sussex Turnpike between Hanover Ave. and Dover Chester Rd. were improved between March 2016, and mid-November.

“This is a much-needed road improvement project that will enhance motor vehicle and pedestrian safety at outdated intersections on this heavily traveled artery, and improve traffic flow on this major commut-

Road Renewal Progresses In Randolph er route that runs through Randolph,’’ said Freeholder David Scapicchio, the Freeholder Board’s liaison on road issues. “The current configuration of intersections has long needed significant upgrades.”

The federal government will pay more than $4.5 million for the work, with Morris County’s share to be $122,600 to finance police traffic costs, and liability insurance.

To accommodate the widened roadway, more than three dozen utility poles owned

by Verizon and Optimum were removed, relocated and rewired. The most noticeable improvement, in addition to widening the road at three intersections (Dover Chester Rd., Calais Rd., and Harvey Terrace) to allow for left-turn lanes was the realignment of West Hanover Ave. to intersect with Sussex Turnpike directly across from Brookside Rd. Approximately 800 feet of West Hanover Ave. were relocated to install this improvement. A new, much needed traffic signal was installed at this intersection. Pedestrian ramps that accommodate persons with disabilities were also installed.

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“This is a major improvement for us commuters,” said Nancy Lee. “The traffic light and right turn lane here (Sussex Avenue and West Hanover) will eliminate the ‘I hope this person will let me get in front of him’ syndrome that has been the cause of the bottleneck here.”

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storm water detention basin was constructed where West Hanover Ave. originally intersected with Sussex Turnpike.

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this holiday season involves giving back to the community, especially those in need of food, clothing, toys, etc. To do so, the publishers of New View Media Group, the company responsible for the Randolph News as well as 17 other publications will be holding a holiday toy and clothing drive now until Dec. 15.

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

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

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

As New View Media Group holds this clothing and toy drive, they are looking for people to donate new unwrapped toys, as well as new clothing including t-shirts,

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socks, pants, and winter necessities such as hats, coats, gloves, and scarves (sizes ranging from newborn to 14 year olds). Gift cards will also be accepted.

Please drop off all donations to the following locations….

• New View Media Group, 1 Old Wolfe Road, Budd Lake, NJ (in back).

• Weis Supermarkets, Rt. 206, Flanders (drop off at the courtesy counter) • Budd Lake Bagels -141 Route 46, Budd Lake • Mt. Olive Bagels - 135 Route 46 East, Paramount Plaza, Budd Lake • Charmoy Dental, 924 Route 10 West, Randolph • Philly Pretzel - 150 Mountain Ave, Hackettstown ( 3 FREE Pretzels when you drop off) • HomeTown Hardware - 234 Main Street, Hackettstown • Fresco Mexican – 137 E. Main Street, Chester For additional information regarding this toy drive or to ask for a list of businesses involved, call Mary on her cell phone at (973)-768-1815 or email at mary.lamala@ gmail.com, she will be able to help with any of your needs as well as comply a list of children and gifts they want for the holiday.

CCM Plans Winter Music Concert

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n Dec. 2, at 7.30 p.m., the Student Community Center at County College of Morris in Randolph plans to feature its winter concert. Days get shorter and the wind blows colder but music can melt the heart. Spend an evening

wrapped in the warmth of performances by CCM’s Concert Choir and Wind ensemble bringing to life the sounds of the season.

Presented by the Departments of Music, Dance and Performing Arts. Admission is free.

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continued from previous page tersection with Sussex Turnpike. Underground signal equipment was also installed for a potential future traffic signal.

The traffic signal at Sussex Turnpike and Millbrook Ave. was replaced and pedestrian ramps that accommodate persons with disabilities were also installed.

After finishing road and utility work a new layer of asphalt covered 1,000 feet

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of the road, making thousands of drivers smile at a new pot-hole free road.

Some local businesses such as Subway, Pizza Palace, and Hunan Wok also saw increased revenues from the construction workers during this period.

In addition to this county project, eight miles of township roads were milled and resurfaced over the summer with a cost of $1.3 million.

Did You Know?

hristmas songs provide the soundtrack for holiday magic. Such songs evoke strong feelings in people, and various songs have become staples at holiday celebrations. Some interesting facts and history surround many popular Christmas songs. “White Christmas,” for example, is the best-selling Christmas song of all time. However, “Silent Night” is the most recorded Christmas song in history, says TIME. “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” is considered a jolly song, but song-

writer James Gillespie was unemployed and had just lost his brother prior to writing the song. Still, he was able to look past his grief to pen the classic. Many are unaware that “Jingle Bells” originally was supposed to be a Thanksgiving song. While many beloved Christmas songs have been around for decades, one artist managed to tap into the success of classic Christmas music.

Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” is a popular modern-day Christmas song.

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Coldwell Banker Mendham Office Sponsors Toys For Tots

he Mendham office of Coldwell Banker is once again a local sponsor for the Toys For Tots program, which is organized by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. New unwrapped toys for children ages up to age 13 can be placed in the toy box in the lobby of the front office in Mendham from through Sat., Dec. 16.

Ellen Kiser Gordon, a sales associate with Coldwell Banker, Mendham will be chairing the campaign this year.

“Coldwell Banker has partnered with Toys for Tots for the past 29 years as a local sponsor in the Mendhams,” stated Gordon. “Local students from West Morris Mendham High School and Gill St Bernard’s school have jumped in and raised awareness of this wonderful cause

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as well. Please help us brighten the life of a deserving child right here in New Jersey by dropping off a toy at our office today.”

The Marine Toys for Tots Program collected and distributed 18 million toys to seven million less fortunate children in 2015 allowing them to experience the joy of Christmas and receive a message of hope that may motivate them to grow into responsible, productive, patriotic citizens and community leaders.

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The Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office is located at 106A East Main Street, Mendham. Listings can be viewed online at https://www.ColdwellBankerHomes. com/tri-statesand www.mendhammoves.com.

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onors give to charity throughout the year, but the charity watchdog group Charity Navigator reports that around 40 percent of donors make their annual contributions between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. No matter when one gives, the decision to support a charity should never be made lightly. Some people choose to donate to charities that focus on causes that resonate with them. Emotional feelings can drive donation decisions, but it’s important to do some research into the charitable organization to determine how efficiently the charity operates and how effective the organization ultimately is at fulfilling its mission. Look at how much of your money actually goes toward the cause you are supporting, paying attention to how the organization allocates donations. The majority

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• Does the charity address the most serious problems in the most cost-effective ways?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Each first Sunday every month we make and deliver 175 meals to St. Lucy’s Shelter in Jersey City,” says

Smith who is known as “Reb Deb.” All vegetarian meals, including sandwiches, salads and desserts are prepared and delivered by members.

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

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

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

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

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

“You serve without bias.

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

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

phia.

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

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

The congregation has grown from 12 individuals to 40 family members. The growing group forced her to move her services from her family room in her house to rented space at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Succasunna. For Passover last year, Smith organized an interfaith Seder for 60 people at the church.

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

Friday night services are held at 7:30 at the church, and Shabbat services are held one Saturday per month. Smith also provides individual instruction as far as Hebrew school lessons, adult education classes one Sunday a month and an adult Hebrew class. Without a building fund, dues are kept low with members

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paying $300 per person to join or $600 per family, says Smith. Annual dues include attendance to all of the High Holiday services.

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

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

For more information or to join, go to orhalevnj.org; call Smith at 908-303-8374; or email her at hineni77@ gmail.com.

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

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Christmas Cookie & Craft Sale

he First Presbyterian Church of Stanhope will be hosting a Chirtsmas cookie and craft sale on Sat., Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Fellowship Hall located at 100 Main Street in Stanhope.

The cost is $6.

Parking in front of the church or in the parking lot in back of the church. Fellowship Hall is directly adjacent to the sanctuary.

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our Randolph High School seniors have been named National Merit Semifinalists. Pictured, from left, are Rachana Chilikapati, John Yager, Randolph High School Principal Debbie Ios-

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he Skylands Songwriters Guild (SSG), a Ledgewood based non-profit singer/songwriter organization, hosts a monthly Open Mic and Songwriter Showcase at Enzo’s Pizzeria in Budd Lake.

This casual gathering takes place every third Thursday of the month, with a focus on original music. The music kicks off with the Open Mic segment at 7 p.m.

The feature artist follows, playing an intimate set of their own songs and sharing insight into how they approach their craft and anecdotes of their artistic journey. This showcase songwriter can be an individual SSG member working to gain performance experience in a supportive atmosphere or a more seasoned performer.

All levels welcome, from burgeoning

songwriters to accomplished entertainers!

Come to listen or share a few songs. Cost is $5 with food and drinks available for purchase. Visit the SSG website for up-to-date event information at http://www.skylandssongwriters.org/events.

Dec. 15, “Holiday Extravaganza”: Open Mic only – no feature performer. Come share an original Holiday song – for Christmas, Hanukka or any December holiday or New Year’s. So start putting pen to paper and create a little holiday cheer – there’s plenty of time to finish before Dec. 15.

Skylands Songwriters Guild is a recognized 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the community of Singer/Songwriters of Northwest New Jersey and the surrounding region.

Holly Walk 2016 To Return

olly Walk 2016 returns on Sat. and Sun., Dec. 3-4, with five historic homes decorated for the holidays!

Dec. 3, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., tour Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, Acorn Hall, Ford Mansion at at Washington’s Headquarters, Schuyler-Hamilton House and the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms.

Dec. 4, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., tour Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, Ford Mansion at Washington’s Headquarters, and Acorn Hall.

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Also on display will be Thomas Nast: A Morristown Christmas exploring how the artist set Santa Claus, perhaps his best known image, in and around Morristown.

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Dentist Offers Treatment Options For Lost Teeth

entures are an affordable solution for missing teeth. However, they have their problems: they move around in the mouth, can be uncomfortable, cause sores, require adhesives and become embarrassing if they fall out in public. Worse than that, they can cause bone loss putting your jaw at risk as a person ages.

Some people don’t wear dentures, but have similar problems: constant pain, gum disease, an endless cycle of cavities, root canals, crowns, and extractions. As teeth are lost, other teeth shift, creating issues with chewing and smiling. Self-esteem decreases, as well as overall health.

Thankfully, dental implants can provide a solution. Improvements with comfort, stability, chewing, self-esteem, and overall health are all reported by people soon after implant treatment is completed.

Treatment options regarding implants can vary greatly: two to six implants can be placed to stabilize a denture, individual implants can be placed to replace missing teeth, or four to six implants can be utilized to provide permanent teeth. This last op-

tion is called All-On-Four.

In the All-On-Four option, any remaining teeth are removed, four to six implants are placed, and teeth are attached to the implants. These three steps are typically performed in one appointment, so the patient is able to leave the dental office with teeth the same day. It should be noted that these are temporary teeth: the final teeth will be fabricated approximately four to six 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

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Randolph Students Recognized for Success on Advanced Placement Exams

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andolph High School is better preparing its students for advanced placement classes, college and future careers than ever before, according to recent Advanced Placement tests results from the College Board.

Randolph High School had a total of 88 Advanced Placement scholars recognized by the College Board for the 2015-16 academic year. This includes 26 AP Scholars, 23 AP Scholars with honor, 39 AP Scholars with Distinction and three National AP Scholars.

Jonathan Olsen, Randolph’s director of Secondary Education, said he was very pleased with the results.

“The students and our teachers have worked hard and the scores reflect this effort,” Olsen said. “Randolph recognizes all these tremendous scholars and the teachers who help prepare them to complete these rigorous courses and exams.”

Randolph High School Principal Debbie Iosso praised RHS students and graduates for their achievements and also recognized the school’s AP teachers.

“We have an outstanding advanced placement program at RHS as evidenced by the more than 80 students who have received AP scholar status as a result of the May 2016 administration of AP exams - some with honor and some with distinction,” she said.

“While many of these students have graduated, 20 of them are current seniors.

Each of these categories requires certain scores on each AP exam and that students take multiple exams. I would also like to recognize the outstanding work of our AP teachers who are charged with preparing these students to succeed on the Advanced Placement exams.“ Three students, who graduated in June, 2016, were name National AP Scholars.

They are Katherine Miao, Raghava Ravi, and Kelly Sun. Overall, Randolph students performed impressively on Advanced Placement exams in 2016. Olsen noted that 93 percent of AP students scored a three or higher on an exam placing Randolph well above the New Jersey average of 72 percent.

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RHS Girls’ Volleyball Teams Host Dig Pink Fundraiser

he Randolph High School Girls’ Volleyball teams raised money for breast cancer research as part of its annual Dig Pink Fundraiser event.

The volleyball teams played volleyball games against West Morris Mendham High School on Fri., Oct. 7. Players sported pink shirts and booster club members sold tacos and many pink treats including pink cupcakes and Rice Krispie treats.

Randolph Varsity Coach Sebastian DiPietro said he wanted to thank Mendham for changing the game schedule to accommodate the fundraiser.

“I can’t imagine anyone who is not affected by cancer,” he said. “This event will help raise awareness.”

Varsity captains Kayla Kemp, Kayla Heider and Elyse Podgursky said they were excited to host the event.

“I think it is an exciting event and it brings the community together to support high school volleyball and raise awareness about breast cancer,” said Kemp.

Heider said it is a special event for seniors because it will be their last Dig Pink event and last season with the volleyball team. “We have such a great team this year,” she said.

There was pink everywhere on Friday. Players sported pink shirts, pink socks, pink ribbons in their hair and even pink ribbon stickers on their faces. There were pink balloons and pink posters.

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As of October 10, the team record was 13-2.

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Randolph Celebrates Local “Rock Stars”

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he Randolph Education Foundation, REF, raised more than $21,000 at its sixth annual Randolph Rock Stars Celebration and Fundraiser on Nov. 3.

The event, co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of Randolph, honored the township’s “Rock Stars,” including the six educators of the year and six community members whose contributions make a difference in the lives of the students and the community.

Attendees at the event had the opportunity to learn about the REF and how its grant-funded programs are making a big difference in the Randolph schools. RHS senior and Greenhouse Club President Jackson Yeakel, and Special Education Teacher and Club Advisor Kenneth Morris, showed the audience how the greenhouse has enriched the educational experience at RHS. The greenhouse was built with

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Guests were given the opportunity to support the work of the REF in different ways. Pledge cards were placed at every table for them to write down their contributions. They also had the chance to purchase a “Star Card” to honor teachers or staff members, and to

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“The Randolph Rock Stars is an evening to honor the best of Randolph,” said Anthony Fusco, Randolph resident and one of the event’s sponsors. “Teachers, students, community leaders all

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

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

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

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

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Fresco Mexican Co-Owner Carlos Cervantes. “This year we had to use their products. That’s what brought us to the win. He won.”

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

Food Company.

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

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

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

original recipe,” he says.

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

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

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

But since Rojas’ creation was such a hit, the owners

CASA Pledges To Raise Funds For Foster Care Children

ourt Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Morris and Sussex Counties has joined the #GivngTuesday movement, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide.

In preparing to celebrate its 30th Anniversary year, CASA of Morris and Sussex Counties is looking to support 30 new children entering foster care.

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and to give back in impactful ways to the charities and causes they support.

The goal is to be able to assign 30 new children, entering the system this coming year, to a CASA volunteer.

With an average cost of $1,800 per child for one year, $54,000 is needed to provide this support.

“As our country comes together and moves forward into a new year we must all remember vulnerable children in our community who need advocates,”said Lisa Barsky Firkser, executive director of CASA. “These children will be the next generation of leaders.”

Those who are interested in joining CASA of Morris and Sussex Counties’ #GivingTuesday initiative can visit http://bit.ly/Support30Children.

decided to keep it on the menu as a “seasonal special” through the fall and maybe let it linger into the winter. Customers can try the chili for lunch or dinner with nachos, stuffed burritos or roasted chili relleno.

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

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

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

in 2006. The pair relocated to Chester in 2010, opening Fresco Mexican. One year later, in 2011, they opened a unique gift shop right next door- Random Acts of Fresco - featuring hand-crafted artisan imports from countries such as Mexico, Peru, Guatemala, Haiti, and India “We have a beautiful trophy,” from the chili contest, says Cervantes, who moved to NJ from Key West in 1988. He had started his career in hotels at the famed Pier House Beach Club and Resort then managed various restaurants throughout the northern NJ area; including 15 years at The Madison Hotel in Morristown as a sales and catering manager.

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

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Three tables of memorabilia, from various

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Randolph Parish Samaritans Reach Out To The Community

Some of the “Few Good Men” gather in front of the refrigerator truck that is used to deliver the frozen turkeys. Photo credit: Photo by Henry M. Holden.

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By Henry M. Holden amaritans is the name of Resurrection Parish’s social outreach ministry. It all started about two decades ago with a few good people helping fellow parishioners in need; however, Samaritans has grown to about 70 volunteers and into a multi-pronged outreach ministry with connections to many non-profit organizations throughout northern New Jersey.

“The generosity of Resurrection parishioners with donations of time, food, clothing, gifts, and financial aid is truly inspiring,” said Tammy McConnell, Samaritan’s current director.

The Samaritans ministry helps in a va-

riety of ways to those who are in need, as well as to offer opportunities for parishioners of all ages to recognize and respond to those needs.

Delivery volunteers called “A Few Good Men” help support Randolph’s Meals-on-Wheels program and collecting non-perishable items for the food pantries at Hope House and Homeless Solutions. In addition, they deliver almost 500 turkeys from the annual Turkey and Thanksgiving Drive and toys for children in need from the Giving Tree drive held in early December.

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en, in Dover each month and hot dinners at Homeless Solutions in Morris Township, twice a month.

Each month the parish advertises in their weekly bulletin what each agency needs and parishioners donate those items. It could be as small as a toothbrush of as large as a case of diapers.

Mothers and children are cared for by the following organizations with the items collected: Birth Haven, Birthright, Head Start, North Porch, and Partnership for Maternal & Child Health of Northern NJ. Two area pre-school programs serving low-income families, Head Start & El Primer Paso, both in Dover, are well-provisioned for another productive year of preparing students for future academic success thanks to the Samaritans.

Samaritan volunteers help to coordinate four major collection drives a year. There’s a spring Baby Shower for expectant mothers, caregivers and babies in need. Each August, there’s a Back-to-School Supplies drive to equip students served by local agen-

cies in need for a successful school year. In November, it’s time for the Turkey and Thanksgiving Food drive.

Then, the final drive each year is the Christmas Giving Tree in December.

Samaritans’ volunteer Rebecca puts it, “It is wonderful when idle hands do the work of God because that is what we are called to be God’s hands here on Earth.”

“Volunteers can give as little or as much time as

they wish,” said McConnell. “They can help with one of the collection drives or with ongoing Samaritans’ activities throughout the year.”

Another volunteer, Kim W, said, “In working with the Samaritans, I feel that I receive more than I give. It is always inspiring because not only are you helping others, but you gain so much by working with people who truly match their faith with good works.”

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Lions And Hyenas Joining Turtle Back Zoo Family

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ssex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. outlined plans to develop the Ronald J. Mount Lion and Hyena Exhibit at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange on Wed., Oct. 26. The exhibit is named after the late Ronald J. Mount, who was a major supporter of the zoo and a member of the Zoological Society of New Jersey and the Volunteer Docent organization.

Other additions announced include a new Condor Exhibit, enhancements to the Cattle Exhibit, new fencing at the Essex Farm Petting Zoo and shade structures at the Sea Lion Sound Exhibit, amphitheater and Dinosaur Playground.

“We are very excited about bringing lions and hyenas to Turtle Back Zoo because they are the animals that people most identify with the African Savanna,” said DiVincenzo. “In addition, a lion is the central figure on our Essex County Seal, so we are pleased about bringing the real life version of our iconic seal here. We are always looking for new ways to attract new visitors and enhance their experience. Bringing new animal exhibits, upgrading exhibits to improve viewing areas for the public and introducing amenities create new things for people see and learn about and makes their visits more enjoyable.”

Mount’s son, Ian Mount, said, “The exhibit is going to be an amazing addition to Turtle Back Zoo. I thank the County Executive and the Freeholders for the deep respect

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The lion and hyena exhibit will be located in the African Adventure Exhibit adjacent to the Giraffe House. The half-acre exhibit will be heavily landscaped and have a two-foot pool and exposed rock formation. There will be three viewing stations for the public. Inside the exhibit near one of the viewing stations will be a heated stone patio to attract the lions so they can be easily seen by the public. At the rear of the exhibit will be a heated one-story building that is designed to resemble a North African fortress that has been returned to the wild.

“This is the busiest attraction in New Jersey,” Sheriff Armando Fontoura said. “We are pleased to partner with the County Executive and the Freeholders to make it the safest in the state,” he added.

“I have always had a great deal of respect for Ronald Mount because he gave so much back and the zoo was one of his pet projects,” Assemblyman Thomas Giblin said.

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The viewing areas at the Scottish Highland Cattle and Wolf Woods exhibits are being improved to provide the public with better opportunities to see the animals. At the Scottish Highland Cattle Exhibit, a new covered viewing area for the public is being constructed. The improvements include creating a patio area for the public to gather in front of the exhibit. Instead of looking through a fence into the exhibit, glass walls will be erected. A lattice covering will provide shade over the viewing area.

Shade structures are being installed over the Sea Lion Sound pool, the amphitheater and the children’s Dinosaur Playground. The shade structure over the Sea Lion exhibit will help regulate the water quality in the pool and, by keeping the water from direct sunlight, will help suppress the growth of algae in the water. The structure over the playground will keep the apparatus out of direct sunlight and prevent the climbing structures from getting too hot.

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ector, son of a single mom, has been bullied at school and struggled socially. But he has a passion for the viola and now has what he calls his “viola family.” Melissa has a long history of physical and sexual abuse by her biological family and spent many years in the foster care system. Now 22, she is now working full time and has gone back to school. Fully 34 percent of seniors in Morris County face constant food insecurity. Many do not drive and live in locations not served by food pantries.

They will soon have a mobile food pantry that brings nutritious food to where they live.

These were just three of the stories Impact 100 Garden State members heard as more than 200 of them gathered at the Olde Mill Inn on Nov. 2 to select their three 2016 grant recipients. Anticipation was palpable as seven finalists took turns at the podium to describe their mission.

Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts received a $44,000 grant for The Paterson Music Project, an out-ofschool program for children of diverse backgrounds, that uses music to empower children through the communal experience of ensemble learning and performance. The Impact 100 grant will fund free weekly programming that will include additional opportunities, such as a city-wide

orchestra for students like Hector and an intergenerational choir for students as well as their families, teachers, and other members of the community.

Executive Director Emily La Iacona fought back her tears as Roots & Wings, based in Denville but serving aged out foster youth throughout our counties, was awarded a $100,000 grant. Aged-out foster youth are among the most underserved, disconnected and statistically vulnerable segment of our society. “We are on cloud nine,” La Iacona said. “This grant will allow us to double the capacity of our outreach program providing hope and possibilities to these youth who would otherwise have nowhere else to turn.”

The Interfaith Food Pantry, located in Morris Plains, also received a $100,000 grant. Clients of the Food Pantry are the working poor, senior citizens on fixed incomes, single parents, the disabled, the unemployed, the homebound and others in crisis. Impact 100 funds will set up a Healthy Choice Mobile Pantry Program, providing not only for the purchase of a refrigerated vehicle but also for a supply of fresh foods and outreach to existing food providers.

Rosemary Gilmartin, executive director, said, “As the escalating rents have driven people further from local food

pantries, we need a Mobile Pantry to bring food to these residents where they live.” Citing the fact that 34 percent of seniors in Morris County are below the self sufficiency index and have no good means of transportation, she noted, “We plan to bring services to where the need is rather than expecting everyone to come to us.”

An additional highlight of the evening was the keynote speaker, Wendy Steele, who created the first Impact 100 in Cincinnati in 2001. Impact 100 Garden State follows that model and there are now 39 other Impact 100s globally.

By the end of 2015, Impact 100 women had funded more than $33 million in high-impact transformational grants in their local communities and they are on track to significantly increase those amounts in 2016.

Impact 100 (http://impact100gardenstate.org) is a unique organization of women dedicated to improving the lives of NJ residents by supporting nonprofit organizations that serve Morris, Passaic, Somerset, and Sussex counties.

Each member contributes $1,000 toward membership and the entire amount funds grants for nonprofit programs that will transform their communities. Since its first giving year, in 2012, Impact 100 members have contributed $769,000, offering at least one $100,000 grant each year.

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dults weren’t the only ones to cast their votes this month.

As part of a special unit on elections, first graders in Christina Grott’s class at Center Grove Elementary School read three books about elections: Doreen Cronin’s “Duck For President,” Kelly DiPucchio’s “Grace for President” and Kay Winter’s “My Teacher for President.”

Grott created paper ballots which let students vote for Duck, Grace or my teacher and then helped the class build a voting booth where they could cast their votes.

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dress up days including Dress Like a Decade and Tacky Tourist Day, an ultimate Frisbee tournament, spirit week videos, hallway decorating and a pep rally.

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