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The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, The Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee and Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon during the official grand opening ceremony of Physiopros Performance Rehab.
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Back to School sales and earlier sunsets can mean only one thing. September is here and school is about to begin! There is a great deal of excitement building about the 2022-23 school year.
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Parsippany Hills High School kicked off their football season with their Annual Motorcade on Monday, August 29.
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At the intersection of Littleton and Parsippany Roads in the Littleton Plaza you will find one of the township’s longest standing Indian restaurants, Chand Palace.
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Hills Township Councilman Justin Musella marries his sweetheart Courtney Pirone. Complete Story on Page 18.
Positive Development hosted an open house for families and professionals on Saturday, August 13 at its clinic on 299 Cherry Hill Road. Chand Palace: A Parsippany Staple for over 36 Years | 12
Delores M. “Dee” dePierro Named “2022 Woman of the Year”| 5 Dee dePierro was named “2022 Woman of the Year” by Morris County Women’s Republican Club. Message from the Mayor | 6
Parsippany High School kicked off their football season with a Motorcade on Friday, September 2.
Dee was very involved in politics. She was Republican Committee Woman in District 36 for 40 years. Member of the Morris County Women’s Republican Club. (Continued on Page 15)
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Delores M. “Dee” dePierro Named “2022 Woman of the Year”
As their three children moved through Elementary, Middle and High School, Dee participated in all school and classroom activities: PTA’s; tricky trays; bake sales; picnics; field trips; Football Boosters; Soccer Boosters; Field Hockey Boosters; Cheerleader Boosters; etc.
Delores (Dee) M. dePierro and Michael dePierro Dee dePierro was named “2022 Woman of the Year” by Morris County Women’s Republican Club. Dee and Michael moved to Parsippany in 1965 when Michael accepted a position with Bell Telephone Laboratories. Michael and Dee have three children: Richard, Jeanette and Theresa. Dee graduated from Manhattan Medical and Dental school and served as a Lab Technician at New Rochelle Hospital. After their three children were all in school, she worked for Rutgers Pharmacy. When the Pharmacist realized that all Medicare and Medicaid forms that she completed were all processed without errors, she was the only one allowed to process those forms. If she was home because of school vacation days or one of the children were sick, the Pharmacist sent the forms home to Dee to complete. She later worked for Dr. Schuster and then a Law firm Then she worked for St. Teresa Church in Summit for 18 years as an Office Manager.
Dee is very involved with St. Ann Church, Parsippany: Eucharistic Minister, Door Hospitality Ministry, Prayer Group Ministry. Volunteer for all fundraisers: Baked Goods sales; Tricky Tray sales; Raffles; Golf outings; and food pantry donations.
Dee also “Adopted Senior Citizens”, cooking dinners for them and reaching out to them during holidays. At All Saints Academy she always supported Tricky Tray fundraisers; Donate Door Prizes; and encouraged many friends to join.
“All at once summer collapsed into fall” is how poet Oscar Wilde summed up the beginning of September. While the air may not quite be crisp yet, the longer shadows and the shortening of days lend a hint of what is to come. As we say good-bye to the languid days of summer and the unhurried passing of the clock, we say hello to the energizing burst of cooler air and the invigorating energy it brings. It seems that time starts all over again with the onset of September. September brings about a sense of clarity that makes the skies seem bluer, the air fresher and the moon brighter. It is the perfect month to just take in and enjoy before the wave ofholidays are upon us. It’s the ideal time to take a breather and just appreciate what the seasonoffers before we start carving pumpkins and Cometurkeys.September, everyone gets caught up in the excitement of a new school year starting. Evenif its been many years since you attended a class you can still recall the anticipation of seeing oldfriends and meeting new teachers. Football is the name of the game for the season and studentsand alumni all come together to support their teams. Varsity jackets are aired out, pom-poms are fluffed, band instruments are shined, and school spirit is at an all-time high. Friday nights take on a new meaning under the lights. Corn mazes, apple cider stands, and pumpkin patches make their appearance along country roads during this time. While it is too soon to go leaf peeping, some trees are starting to show signs ofthe brilliance to come. September is a time of transition for nature and for nature to show off its vibrant beauty one last time before Therewinter.is always a place to enjoy the sights and sensations of the season and various festivals make it easy to do so. Parsippany’s Fall Festival is just the place to experience the enjoyment of the times. Many of you may not know this but the Fall Festival started out in the parking lot of Town Hall with just a handful of vendors. Today it has grown to a full-fledged all-day event that brings both residents and visitors together for a day of fun, food and festivities. This year’s Fall Festival will take place a bit later in the month, on September 25th. There will be something for everyone to enjoy and there will be food aplenty. Be sure to mark your calendars for this annual event and join me in welcoming autumn and making this a September to Remember.
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Back to School sales and earlier sunsets can mean only one thing. September is here and school is about to begin! There is a great deal of excitement building about the 202223 school year. The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Schools are ready for students to return. We are welcoming more than 80 new teachers to our learning community, hired a new Supervisor of Visual and Performing Arts, and have familiar faces in new places as some administrators and teachers shifted to new schools. Facility improvements will be completed at Parsippany High School and Parsippany Hills High School. Kitchen renovations occurred at Central Middle School and Parsippany Hills High School, and new flooring and outdoor walkways grace many of our schools. New courses include an elective class in Honors Engineering and Design, Ethic Studies (suggested by one of our PHHS students), AP Capstone (Seminar and Research), Women’s Studies, Piano I and II, Guitar I and II, Honors Data Structures and Algorithms, and a new Senior Internship Program that connects students with field experience in business, finance, engineering, health services and more. There’s something for everyone, whether students are interested in exploring STEM classes, delving into Humanities, or expanding their musical ability. The district also has new Strategic Planning Goals in place for 2022 and beyond. Following a thorough and inclusive Strategic Planning process in May, teachers, administrators, and school board members devised Action Plans in support of each goal. The result, to be presented publicly in September, is an ambitious and exciting design to deepen student learning and support social, emotional, mental and physical Parsippany-Troyhealth.
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Hills Schools consistently provide a strong and multi-faceted education to students – and this year will be the best yet! Here’s to the new 2022-23 school year!
Performance Rehab’s mission is to provide innovative, one on one Physical Therapy interventions to guide patients through the reha bilitation process and get them back to performing the activities that they love as quickly and safely as possible. They strive to set themselves apart from the other PT clinics that provide minimal one on one time with a Physical Therapist and focuses on passive modalities such as heat, stim, and ice. They pride ourselves on spending a significant amount of time with each patient and delivering individualized, patient centered, and goal oriented treatment; the way that PT is supposed to be.
Physiopros Performance Rehab Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Shrimp with garlic sauce, a favorite at Bill & Harry Chinese Cuisine Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member Nicolas Limanov, Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Frank Neglia, Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill, Dr. Fady Youssef, Mayor James Barberio, Dr. Jeff Long and Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Robert Peluso and Robert Peluso, Jr.
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Jeff Long PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT, CSCS is one of the Physical Therapists and owners at Physiopros Performance Rehab. Jeff’s Physical Therapy journey began when he was in a serious car accident and broke his neck over 10 years ago. He experienced firsthand the positive outcomes and influence Physical Therapy can have on someone’s life and well being and decided that this was the career he wanted to pursue. He graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences in 2018 and received awards of academic achievement and clinical excellence for his performance in the classroom as well as the clinic.
The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, The Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee and Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon during the official grand opening ceremony of Physiopros Performance Rehab. Physiopros Performance Rehab is located at 3799 Route 46, Suite 110.
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Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio cut the ribbon with the owners Jeff and Fady. Council member Frank Neglia along with Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill joined in. Also attending was Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso and Board Member Nicolas Limanov and Robert Peluso, PhysioprosJr.
Positive Development provides comprehensive developmental therapy that treats children and teens on the autism spectrum. Their transdisciplinary, integrative approach includes occupational, speech, and mental health therapies as well as ongoing parent coaching and support, empowering parents as an essential member of their child’s care team. A better choice for many families, their evidence-based model meets the child where they are to build more meaningful connections and “Throughrelationships.our comprehensive developmental therapy, we will help more children achieve the outcomes that are most relevant to themselves and their families as they achieve greater growth, independence, and joy,” says Positive Development CEO, Mike Suiters.
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Staff members at Positive Development Clinical Director, Natalie Kitts, adds, “This is my dream come true, being the Clinical Director in NJ with an amazing team of therapists. Together, we plan to make developmental therapy accessible to as many families as possible.”
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Positive Development staff, families, friends, and numerous other community members gathered to tour the center and its sensory-friendly gym, learn more about developmental approaches in autism care, and experience and celebrate pure joy in progress. (Continued on Page 22)
Positive Development hosted an open house for families and professionals on Saturday, August 13 at its clinic on 299 Cherry Hill Road, Suite 108 in Parsippany, including a ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor James R. Barberio and more community leaders joining in the celebration.
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There is no argument that Parsippany boasts a highly impressive and multi-diverse culinary scene that is second to none. At the intersection of Littleton and Parsippany Roads in the Littleton Plaza you will find one of the township’s longest standing Indian restaurants, Chand Palace. Chand Palace originally opened its doors in 1986 and has been a staple of Parsippany ever since. You must be doing something extremely right to survive 36 years, specializing in vegetarian Indian cuisine, in a community with multiple outstanding Indian restaurants, and with a population of over 20% people of Indian American decent, with discerning taste when it comes to authentic food. It was my first visit to Chand Palace, after hearing so many suggestions and positive comments about it, I had to stop in. Chand Palace has recently changed hands as of October 2021, and is now owned by Manan Saxena, who is carrying on the restaurant’s legacy by serving only the finest, freshest, authentic, vegetarian cuisine. Mr. Saxena’s passion to provide a superior dining experience was evident during our conversation and I will get back to our conversation a little later in this Pullingreview.into the strip mall parking lot, Chand Palace is situated in the middle of several other Indian markets and businesses. The unassuming facade certainly was not indicative of what one will find once inside. On entry, I was pleasanly surprised with the casual yet upscale, stylish, modernistic, dining room that immediately caught my attention. Our group was warmly greeted by the welcoming staff, as Manager Sarok Shrestha, offered us a table of our choice. We were led to one of the many attractive gold leaf and black trimmed tables, set for four, arranged perfectly, with sparkling glass and silverware. Chand Palace is a BYOB, so we did bring our own wine, which was uncorked and poured without delay. Our server, Itika, could not have been more attentive, helpful or pleasant. The ambiance was wonderfully comfortable, family friendly, with soft music playing in the background, bright and airy, immaculately clean, (Continued on Page 14)
Chand Palace is located at 257 Littleton Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054. (973) 334-5444
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it is different every day of the week. Selections are chosen from all the different geographical areas of India so you may be served food from southern India on one day, and from the north on another. There are also Indo-Chinese dishes incorporated in the buffet. To ensure authenticity the kitchen staff is comprised of Chef’s from all the different sections of India. There is even a Chef who specializes in just Indo-Chinese cuisine. This revolving style of service obviously keeps everything fresh and full of flavor. Like the owner told me, “I want to bring every part of India to your table.” One of my guests, Marko, made the comment, “I have never experienced any other food with so much flavor as Indian food.” As we meticulously worked our way through the buffet, dish by dish, we could clearly detect the distinct tastes of sweetness, bitterness, sourness, saltiness, cool, and spicy hot. It truly was like getting all the tastes of India in one sitting. No shortage of taste sensations here, and I think your palate will thank you for it. It is a misconception that Indian cuisine is always spicy hot. It is the spices that provide the flavor to the food, not the heat. Like any cuisine, if you want the heat level brought down on any dish, the restaurant will be glad to accommodate your Itastes.consider myself a carnivore, but I was very satisfied with this full vegetarian meal. To authenticate the vegetarian status of the food the Chef’s do not even utilize eggs when preparing their dishes. The buffet consisted of Tom Yum Soup, Chana Masala, Spring Rolls, Jalapeno Cheese Samosas, Malai Kofta, Vegetable Hakka Noodles, The walls covered with soft ivory colored wallpaper and adorned with tasteful modern artwork
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Chand Palace: Multi-Diverse Culinary Scene with high ceilings which subdued any surrounding noise, walls covered with soft ivory colored wallpaper and adorned with tasteful modern artwork. The rich looking red carpeting, crystal chandeliers, clean and bright white walls and ceiling, with touches of red brick in an attached dining room, perfectly complemented the interior. The carefully prepared buffet set up, arranged near the rear of the dining area, was appealing. There was an abundance of fresh foods, lots of color and pleasing aromas, with a lavish variety of vegetarian cuisine. I counted over fourteen cold and hot entrée choices, five desserts, ice cream, and soup. Chand Palace is known for their buffet, and it appeared that every diner had come in just for that. Our server, Itika, suggested that we try the buffet so that we could get a nice sampling of the various dishes offered. One can also order straight from Chand’s full and extensive menu if that is your preference. We all decided to go with Itika’s suggestion, and it was a good decision!
Delores M. “Dee” dePierro Named “2022 Woman of the Year”
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Dee volunteered in campaigns for President Reagan, Congressman Dean Gallo; Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen; State Senator Leanna Brown; Sheriff Ed Rochford, Sheriff Jim Gannon. Assemblyman Alex DeCroce; Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce; State Committee Woman Christina Ramirez, State Committeeman Larry Casha, also Larry Casha for Congress; Paul DeGroot for Congress; Michael dePierro for School Board; and Michael dePierro for Township Council; Served as a Legislative Aide for Senator Leanna Brown for eight years. Supported many candidates for freeholder; for the Township Council; and for the School Board, making Phone calls and walking door-to-door for the candidates. Dee is a cancer survivor. She has volunteered in all Cancer Walk fundraisers: Baked Cupcakes and set up dinner tent for cancer survivors alongside Karen DeChristopher. Her Cancer Doctor, Dr. Ken Adler referred many women to her and when they were told they had breast cancer. I mentored many women going through Breast Cancer: going with them to first The dePierro Family Chemo; sharing with them my experiences; instilling in them a positive attitude.
On Saturday, August 6 the Morris County Women’s Republican Club held their “First Annual Woman of the Year” brunch in honor of Dee dePierro. Morris County Women Republican Club President (Continued on Page 17)
Physiopros Performance Rehab is a member of Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce. Owners Dr. Fady Youssef and Dr.Jeffrey Long proudly holds the plaque presented by Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee Chairman Frank Cahill
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Since graduating, Jeff has been working mainly in the outpatient orthopedic setting where he has gained experience in treating various musculoskeletal and neuromuscular injuries and ailments involving all body parts. He has experience working with all age groups ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. He has achieved certifications in manual therapy, orthopedics, and strength and conditioning since graduating. He has a passion for developing personalized treatment plans that focus on optimizing movement, regaining quality of life, and helping patients achieve their goals of returning to the activities that they love to Fadydo. earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Touro College in 2018. His interest for physical therapy came from his own experiences with being injured while playing sports during his high school (Continued from 2022 and college years. The injuries he experienced while wrestling, playing football, track, and weightlifting led him to experience physical therapy first-hand and helped him grow his passion for the profession.
Fady uses his athletic background and personal experience to improve the lives of those he treats. Along his journey, Fady also became an Orthopedic Certified Specialist and a Certified Strength and Conditioning coach, allowing him to treat a wide variety of clients. He is also a Certified Manual Physical Therapist through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy. Fady’s goal is to improve the health and well-being of the communities which he serves. You can reach Physiopros Performance Rehab by calling (973) 265-8621 or by physioprospt.com.
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Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi named “Dee County Clerk for a day” as well as Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling named her “Surrogate for a day,” and both presented Dee with a Proclamation. Morris County Sheriff James Gannon presented Dee with a plaque and gave Dee his badge. Morris County Commissioners Tayfun Selen; John Krickus; Doug Cabana; Kathryn DeFillippo; Tom Mastrangelo; Stephen Shaw; and Deborah Smith presented Dee with a proclamation.
Phyllis Florek welcomed the guest and introduced the speakers. Mayor James Barberio spoke and gave Dee a “Certificate of Recognition” from the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills.
Mayor James Barberio hugs Dee dePierro after presenting “Congratulations Dee, your never-ending and unconditional support for your family, for your community, for your personal friends and for your political friends without ever asking for anything in return has finally been recognized. Although all of this attention may be uncomfortable for you, enjoy (Continued on Page 24)
Also speaking about Dee’s life and community involvement was her daughters, Jeanette dePierro-Blodgett and Theresa dePierro; Loretta Gragnani and BettyLou DeCroce. State Senator Joe Pennacchio presented a proclamation on behalf of himself and Districts 21, 24, 25 and 26.
Delores M. “Dee” dePierro Named “2022 Woman of the Year”
Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Justin Musella, son of Joseph and Angela Musella, married Courtney Pirone, daughter of Carmine and Beverly Pirone, on Friday, August 19 at St. Joseph Church, Bound Brook. The reception followed at The Palace at Somerset Park, where friends, family, and community leaders joined the newlyweds to celebrate their love. Serving as bridesmaids were Shaelyn Schiff, Sierra Schiff, Hailey Wilmont, Shana Musella, and Ariana Tilli. The best man was Erick Paley, with Roland Achtau, Greg Lewis, Max Pirone, Robert Gemborys, Robert Van Fechtmann, and Boonton Council Member Joseph Bock serving as Conorgroomsmen.Lewis was a ring bearer; Charlotte Stier, The vows were exchanged at St. Joseph Church, Bound Brook
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Makayla Richie and Angelina McCroire were all flower girls. Justin graduated from Emory University in 2013 and is currently employed as a Senior Account Executive at Biz2X. He was elected to the Parsippany Township Council in 2021. Courtney graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall University in 2021 and most recently achieved her master’s degree in social work from Rutgers University. The newlyweds will continue to enjoy their new life together in Parsippany, joining many others who have decided to make this beautiful township their home.
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Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio cuts the Ribbon to celebrate the opening of Positive Development. Later, Parsippany Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill presented a plaque welcoming Positive Development to Parsippany
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“I have so many people to thank, starting with Phyllis Florek and the MCWRC Committee that selected me, and all of the MCWRC members who made this brunch such a success. I thank everyone who attended. I am grateful that so many of my Family and friends could be there. I would also like to thank all of the Presenters and Speakers.”
“My mom is the definition of altruism. This is who she is. It’s how she was raised and it’s how she raised her children,” said Jeanette DeedePierro-Blodgett.dePierrosaid“I was so surprised when Phyllis Florek informed me that I was to be the recipient of the Morris County Women’s Republican Club 1st Annual “Woman of the Year” Award. As the arrangements were made and the invitations went out, the significance of this honor sank in. As many of you know, I am not one to crave the spotlight. So, accepting this award was very much out of the ordinary for me. The Brunch at the Smoke Rise Village in Kinnelon, on Saturday, August 6, 2022, will remain in my heart forever.”
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Delores M. “Dee” dePierro Named “2022 Woman of the Year” (Continued from Page 17) your day. You are surrounded by people who love and respect you. Your loving husband,” said Michael “CongratulationsdePierro.on being named “Woman of the Year.” You are Woman of the Year every year to your family. We are proud of you and love you always,” said Richard dePierro.
Loretta Gragnani said “Dee brings leadership qualities, commitment and dedication to the entire Republican Party. She is a strong Republican woman who has volunteered her time and knowledge whether you were seeking a position in the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills or a higher political position in the county. Dee is well deserving of being selected as the First Woman of the Year by the MCWRC, congratulations Dee.”
“Therese dePierro said ” My mom is just simply State Senator Joe Pennacchio with Dee dePierro amazing. Her attributes of integrity, compassion, dedication, loyalty, intelligence, strength and kindness are all wrapped up into a loving heart that supports her family, her friends and her community. She puts everyone before herself with a smile and never says no to helping others.”
Dee dePierro and her daughter Theresa dePierro Jeanette dePierro-Blodgett speaking about Dee’s accomplishments
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Parsippany High School kicked off their football season with a Motorcade on Friday, September 2. Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio participated in the Motorcade to wish our Red Hawks luck in their upcoming season! Accompanying the football team were the Red Hawks Cheerleaders, Rescue and Recovery, District 4 Fire Department, District 5 Fire Department and Parsippany OEM. Family, friends, and neighbors came together to cheer on the team with lights, sirens and cheering! Mayor Barberio stated, “I love being able to participate in the Motorcade. It’s great to see Parsippany come together to support our football team.” Good Luck and Go Red Hawks!
Parsippany High School Kicked off their Football Season
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Parsippany Hills High School Kicked off their Football Season
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Parsippany Hills High School kicked off their football season with their Annual Motorcade on Monday, August 29. Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio participated in the motorcade to wish the Vikings luck in their upcoming season.Accompanying the football team were the Vikings Cheerleaders and the Vikings Band! Family and friends came together to cheer on the team with lights, sirens and cheering! Mayor Barberio stated, “It’s really nice to participate in the Motorcade. It brought back wonderful memories from when I was a Viking football player at PHHS.” Good Luck and Go Vikings!
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Morris County to Observe 9/11 Remembrance on September 11, 2022
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners is inviting residents of Morris County and beyond to join them on Sept. 11, 2022, Sunday, at 6:00 p.m. to observe the 21st Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The annual remembrance ceremony will be held at the Morris County 9/11 Memorial on West Hanover Avenue in Parsippany-Troy Hills, with the keynote address to be provided by Fire Department of New York (FDNY) Firefighter Carl F. Asaro, Jr. He and three siblings joined the FDNY to honor their father, Carl Francis Asaro, Sr., one of 343 FDNY members killed while responding to the Twin Tower attacks. Carl, Jr., was the first of his siblings to join the FDNY after his father died. Carl Jr., now 34, was followed by his brother, Matthew, 33, and then his younger sister and brother -- Rebecca, 30, and Marc, 28. Rebecca Asaro delivered the keynote address last year at Morris County’s 20th Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. All of us were there when Rebecca spoke, the whole family, and I made a commitment to be there this year. It’s an honor to be a part of it,” said Carl, Jr. Carl Jr. was 13 years old when he and his four siblings and mother, Heloiza, lost their father and husband.
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The Morris County Tourism Bureau will host a walking tour of The Stickley Museum on Saturday, October 15 at 1:30 p.m. Morris County Tourism Bureau is headed to Nation al Landmark Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, former farm and home of Gustav Stickley, the founder of the American Arts and Crafts Movement and designer of Mission furniture. Stickley lived here with his family and ran a school teaching building crafts. You’ll visit the log house and cottages and get an update on the restoration work happening at the site since Hurricane Isaias came through in 2020. The site has been mainly closed to the public, so this is a special opportunity available to us exclusively.
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Jeera Rice, Aloo Tikki, Bhindi Masala, Dal Makhni, Saag, Dal Makhni, Thai Green Curry, Vegetable Fried Rice; and for dessert Gajar Halwa, Gulab Jamun, Ras Malai, Jalebi, Indian Sweets, and Ice Cream. Garlic Naan and Chole Bhature (Curry Bread) also came with the meal. We all went up several time to try to sample everything we could, until we just could not take another bite. It was a great dining experience.
I asked him why he would take such a chance, he stated, “I was an Indian boy who came to America with a lot of dreams. You can fail one time, you can fail two times, there’s always a light at the end of the tunnel. I took a chance opening Chand Palace at the end of the pandemic based on my faith and ability on Indian food and culture to succeed.”
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I did get an opportunity to sit down with owner/ restauranteur, Manan Saxena, for some quick background information. Mr. Saxena, a very friendly, personable, and enthusiastic man, was born in Jaipur, the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. Jaipur is famous for its traditional cuisine, as well as for its spices and sweets. He was born into a family with a long history in the food industry and that is where his love of food began. He arrived in America in 2009, where like many a great restaurateur learned his trade from the ground up. Following jobs as a dishwasher, busser, hospitality assistant, and assistant manager to a restaurant, he began fine tuning his trade as a catering manager.
Mr. Saxena utilized his growing knowledge, skills, abilities, and passion to eventually lead him to his first venture, Chand Palace, taking a dangerous chance and opening it during the pandemic. When
If you are a vegetarian, I would think this is the place for you. If you have not tried vegetarian cuisine of India yet, I would suggest you stop in and give it a try. I am sure you will enjoy the experience, and believe me, you will not even notice the absence of meat.
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“This Country gives you a lot, it is like a force of water; you have to drink it, the opportunities are Mr.there.”Saxena will be opening his second restaurant, AAZ (own style) on December 1 in Franklin Park.
The restaurant is currently offering a couple of specials you might be interested in. Family Fun Day: Kids (under 11) eat free on Mondays, with the purchase of one adult buffet (not valid on holidays or long weekends. Thirsty Thursdays: Offering a free freshly made (non-alcoholic) drink with the purchase of one adult buffet, through September.
Chand Palace is located at 257 Littleton Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054. (973) 334-5444; or visit www.chandpalaceparsippany.com. The carefully prepared buffet set up, arranged near the rear of the dining area, was appealing.
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