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Beer Making
because its important The Healthcare Section WHAT’S UP WITH UNION HOSPITAL? AUTISM AWARENESS and more!
Welcome to the newest addition to the Blu family... PREMIERING: June, 2011 “Blu Appetit�, a special marketing supple-
Variety, flavor, innovation and ambience are all part of the dining experience. To help residents locate the restaurants that will satisfy their culinary cravings, Blu Appetit, a beautiful pull-out feature provides advertising and recipes from first-rate restaurants that serve restaurant-goers. Nearly 60,000 Blu Appetit magazines will be directly mailed to homes and businesses throughout Linden, Rahway, Clark, Elizabeth, Union, Roselle, Carteret, Woodbridge Edison and Perth Amboy inside Blu Print Quarterly. Imagine reaching nearly 300,000 hungry readers!
Space is limited, so make a reservation today to be part of this tasty publication and reach an audience that favors restaurant dining.
Advertising space closes:
Friday, June 3, 2011. For more information or to reserve space, call Blu Appetit at 908-358-2316 or 732-827-0700.
Another one on the way! Yes, you heard it here first! I am expecting grandson #2 this July. Could you believe it? Everyone is well down in Louisiana, the expectant Mom is feeling good. My daughter and I will be headed down in and around the estimated delivery date so we can hang out with Ashtin while his Mom and Dad are in the hospital welcoming his brother into the world. We are all thrilled!
In the works... If anyone has logged on to the website lately, you’ll see that it hasn’t been updated in a bit. A new site is under construction and should be up and running soon. Take a look to your left... that’s Blu Appetit a special marketing supplement coming in June, so be sure to keep an eye out, that’s a keeper. I have other publications in the works and will be sure to keep you posted as they develop. Lots of changes going on, all for the good, I hope. LOL
Thanks! I always have to thank loyal advertisers and new supporters. Special thanks go out to Cindy, my writer/editor, thank you for your extra time this issue and special thanks to my honey, Junior, for helping out. Thank everyone: new friends, old friends and anyone sending words of encouragement my way. I feel so stressed (I mean) blessed :-)... thank you!
See you in June!
CONTENTS
BLU WELCOME
Blu Appetit.......................................IFC Bits and Pieces................................... 2 Michelino’s Brick Oven & Bar......... 3 Dr’s Choice........................................... 4 Who’s Blu?........................................... 4 Metro Liquors Linden....................... 5 Indigo Hotel.......................................... 6 RWJ Rahway Fitness & Wellness Center at Carteret........... 6 The Rail House 1449.......................... 7 Brew It Yourself.................................. 8 Viridian................................................... 9 MD Care............................................... 10 Real Estate......................................... 10 Linwood Inn......................................... 11 Supplying Self Esteem...................12 Welcome to the Neighborhood!..........................12 Union Medical Park...........................13 Autism News................................ 14-15 Dr’s Choice......................................... 16 What’s Up with Union Hospital?................................ 16 Business Profile.................................17 Malka Dental.......................................17
Samantha
The Rahway Taste of Spring...............................................18 Elzbieta Photography......................18 Financial News...................................18 Gregg’s Beauty Supply.................. 19 Speedy Lube...................................... 19 America’s Finest Kickboxing and Karate.......................................... 20 FM Quality Home Repairs............ 20 Pet News............................................ 20 Reader Update..................................21 My Best Friend Dog Training.......................................22 Quality Mobile Auto Glass...........................................22
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Matt Dobrowolski.............................22 Kids.......................................................22 The Lehrer-Gibilisco Funeral Home....................................23 St. Agnes School..............................23 Rahway Auction House..................23 Calendar of Events.........................24 Service Professionals....................IBC Doctors Care.....................................BC
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BLU BITS & PIECES
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Good Deeds
BREAKING
On December 12th, 2010 St. Agnes Church and School in Clark held a ground breaking ceremony for new construction of a state-of-the art gym for the school as well as expansion and renovation of the church. Pastor Fr. Dennis Cohan, Principal Mrs. Heather Schnaars, representatives from Joseph Natoli Construction along with students, parents, and parishoners gathered in front of the church in prayer and song as Fr. Cohan bestowed a blessing on the project. Construction is set to be completed by Summer 2011. •
Chivalry is not dead! On a REALLY cold January night, after having a nice dinner at the Waiting Room here in Rahway with my sales guy Javier and my boyfriend; Javier’s van got stuck on a big piece of ice. We tried chipping away at the ice with a tire iron, we threw down some salt, tied his bumper to my truck and even sprayed down some de-icer from a passer by... nothing worked! Dead in the water. At last, this SUPER COP showed up (and he is going to have to forgive me, because I misplaced his business card) with his ax and saved the day. He was so kind and humble... we really appreciated his help! I promise, when I find his card, I will thank him again. For now, I’ll just say: THANKS SUPER COP! •
NJ Fun Facts “DID YOU KNOW?”
• Jersey cows don’t come from New Jersey. They come from Jersey, an island in the English Channel.
• Rutgers University hosts a NJ Cockroach Derby every year which is held in mid August. GOT SOME FUN FACTS: info@bluhandstudio.com
Elizabeth’s first mixed martial arts academy was opened on February 1st, 2011. America’s Finest Kickboxing & Karate is located at 126 Elmora Avenue, up on the second floor. This 3,000 sq.ft. facility not only teaches more than 225 students, it is home to seven World Kickboxing Champions. Impressed? Want more information? Just call 908-342-1185. •
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Community First Bank has opened its first branch office located at 899 Mountain Avenue in Springfield, NJ on February 21, 2011. “We were very pleased to get the opportunity to move into this very desirable location.” said Peter G. Schoberl, Chairman of the Board.
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January 15th Blu Print threw a little party, to thank some of the friends and supporters who have been with us from the get-go. We had a great night of food, “beverages” and dancing. Although, I’m still paying for it (literally), I want to thank Louis at the Cavalier for being a great host. I hope this annual shin-dig keeps growing and growing! •
Michael Bono will be overseeing this location and the branch manager is Dianne Durland, who previously managed the main office in Somerset. Peter Schoberl and Michael Bono have been developing business in Union County for many decades. “This opportunity fits the Bank’s tag line, since opening in Union County is truly like coming home” stated Schoberl. Community First Bank’s main office is located at 408 Elizabeth Avenue in Somerset, NJ. •
Duke Realty, a real estate investment trust company, is developing this 104-acre site. They anticipate breaking ground in the Fall of 2010 for Phase 1 which will be called “Legacy Square”, a retail development along Route 1 and 9. This shopping center will consist of a Super Wal-Mart and Lowe’s, two sub-anchor stores and 9 others containing two restaurants. Within this site will be mature trees, sidewalks and open space to congregate as people shop or go to work. Phase 2 will be two 450,000 square feet warehouse or light assembly plants, depending upon tenant interest. “LEGACY SQUARE” This will be in the back of the mall fronting West Linden Avenue. Phase 3 will be two 74-unit, four-story, age-restricted condominiums for 55 and over residents. There is a need for this type of housing for older residents who don’t want to leave their family, friends, doctors and find home ownership too taxing on them. Also there is a possibility there will be a doctors’ complex, consisting of x-ray’s, MRI’s, cat scans and equipment that could serve industry, residents and doctor referrals. An economic assessment projects that 1,500 construction jobs and 2,500 permanent jobs would be created when this site is fully developed. There would also be an additional $5.2 million in tax revenue generated for the city. Unfortunately Duke Reality is prepared to break ground but Shop Rite at Aviation Plaza filed a law suit against the City of Linden because we rezoned the (old GM) property from light industry to retail commercial to allow the retail development. Linden won on every court in Superior court but Shop Rite is appealing that decision. Since there is pending litigation, the project is temporarily stalled... updates to come. •
UPDATE
The Old GM Property
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Live simple. ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
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Definitely walker... don’t want to miss anything. MY GUILTY PLEASURE:
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You’ve probably heard the term micro brew beer, and really it just refers to any beer that is not mass produced. Whether you make it yourself at home for fun, or a small brewer produces it in batches, these beers are flavorful, unique and tons of fun. The term micro brew has been around since the 70s, originating from the United Kingdom. Now it can refer to beer produced either in terms of volume per year, or more generically in terms of the size of the brewery making the beer. A good guideline is that any beer produced in quantities equal to or less than 15,000 barrels per year is a micro brew, whereas the huge commercial breweries often produce hundreds of times more beer. Not only are more breweries and companies joining the world of micro brews, but more individuals are doing it too, right from their own home, and with some very basic tools. It’s actually a very easy process involving just a handful of different ingredients and steps. And there is plenty of room for experimentation with flavors, ingredient selection, proportions and adjustments of ingredients. Home brewers love the complex, strong flavors that can be produced with ease.
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Many people who have had success brewing beer at home have even gone on to create their own micro breweries. But you certainly don’t have to start your own brewery in order to brew your own beer. All you need to get started is a sealed container to hold your beer batch, the right ingredients and recipes, and you can start brewing right in your kitchen. If you are new to home brewing, consider purchasing good kit. These come with all the ingredients you need to make a batch, and everything is measured out for you. Also included is all the equipment necessary to make your own beer. For the most part, the equipment is reusable, so if you like the beer and process, all you need to do is restock your ingredients. Many kits include a list of suppliers where you can buy ingredients directly. Finally, be aware that some states and locales may have restrictions or laws prohibiting or regulating home brewing. Check out the Web site for the American Homebrewers Association at www.homebrewersassociation.org to help find more information about these kinds of issues. The site offers information, guidelines, and tips to help you master the art of micro brewing. •
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BLU REAL ESTATE A Window of Opportunity Savings in Store for Those Who Act Fast Deborah Ratcliff, Broker Associate at All Towne Realty, 732-453-2216 By Cynthia Delonas
Deborah Ratcliff, our friend, and a Broker Associate with more than 30 years of experience, has important information for homeowners and home buyers. And believe it or not, the news is mostly good. Whether you’re buying or selling, the time is right to do either or both. And if you really want to save yourself some money in the long run, listen to Deborah. She’s got some great advice. Check it out. BPQ: Why would I want to sell my house now? DR: Interest rates and the fees are on the rise. You’re going to need a higher down payment in the near future, so it would behoove people to put their house on the market now, while interest rates are still low. And if you’re one of those people who are thinking about moving up—selling your house now, and buying your dream house—the prices are so low your dream house will never be cheaper than it is now. If you put your house up for sale now, you’ll be ahead of the amount of houses that will come on in the spring. The inventory will increase dramatically come springtime, and you’ll have a lot more competition then.
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BPQ: What advice do you have for buyers? DR: If you’re waiting to buy a house, you have to consider that many people have been sitting on the sidelines, waiting for prices to hit rock bottom. While there still may be a little bit of room for prices to fall, you have to consider what it’s going to cost you to buy. Interest rates have already gone up a half a percent in the last six weeks, and they’re going to continue to escalate. And on top of that, for anyone considering buying with less than 20 percent down, it’s very imperative for them to get into the market now, because the FHA, as of April 18th, is going to change their position on loans. You’ll pay a mortgage insurance premium for having less than 20 percent down. And the FHA is going to increase that mortgage insurance premium from .85 percent of the value of the house. BPQ: What should homeowners expect of their Realtor? DR: If you’re considering selling your house, the one thing you should ask your Realtor is what he or she thinks about the real estate market. Because if your Realtor doesn’t know how to work this market and get your house sold, and isn’t positive about the fact that it’s the best time to buy, then you really ought to move on to a new Realtor. We believe in today’s market you need to hire somebody that realizes that it’s probably the greatest time in American history to buy a house if you don’t currently own one. It’s very rare that you see interest rates low and prices low at the same time! And before that changes, people ought to get out there and make that commitment. BPQ: Final thoughts? DR: The federal government is considering removing the interest and property tax deductions that you currently are able to take on your federal taxes. They’re considering removing that as a write-off on your federal taxes. I think everybody should be called to action because that’s one of the last write-offs that the middle class has. People should call their congressmen and senators and say “No, we won’t stand for that.” People should be very angry about this because, effectively, this means we’ll all be getting a federal tax increase if we no longer get that write-off. And it affects everyone who has a mortgage. They should be sending letters and emails and making phone calls to say “No, we won’t have this.” •
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inwood Inn was built in 1862. Originally it was called The Linden Park Hotel. The hotel serviced those traveling through New Jersey as a place to stop for an overnight stay or to enjoy its pub, or eatery. It is one of the few remaining original buildings in Linden. Since 1971 it has been in the same family. Yosh took over from his parent’s Joe & Barbara Gulino in 1992. Keeping with tradition and the times, Yosh & his wife, Lori, renovated the building & expanded it to a full service Restaurant & Pub. Since 2002 the Linwood was under the threat of Eminent Domain. We were told by many that there was nothing
we could do about it, we didn’t listen. We fought a long and costly battle, to keep what was ours, “The Linwood”, and were released from Eminent Domain at the September 2008 council meeting. Never to be touched by greedy developers ever again. Thank you to all you who supported us and signed our petition.
We are now in the process of reinventing the Linwood Inn to offer our patrons true Brick Oven Pizza in a casual, fun pub atmosphere. We are also adding Calzones, Stromboli and Hot & Cold Subs along with our existing Menu and Daily Specials. We will continue to strive to be the best pub Linden has to offer with an all new friendly staff that is their pleasure to serve you. Linwood is also proud to welcome Linden’s own Chef Dave Gassler, who has over 20 years experience in the pizza business.
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Wig Store Offers Beautiful Options Hair loss resulting from chemotherapy is an unfortunate reality that many cancer patients have to face. When I began writing this article, I wanted to understand how having a positive self image could benefit a cancer patient. Sure, I knew self image was important, but I felt that compared to the enormity of dealing with a cancer diagnosis, it was a minor concern. So, to get a clearer perspective I turned to the professionals. First, I met with John Umile, owner of Gregg’s Wig Store & Salon (aka Gregg’s Beauty Supply) in Linden, and he explained that, providing patients with some level of confidence makes them feel better; when they look well, they feel well. While Umile stocks and provides the supplies his customers need, his involvement with cancer patients is limited. So, that’s where Jackie Stiskin, the store’s manager, comes in, and Umile give her props for the special services and expertise she provides. Before she came to Gregg’s, Stiskin owned and operated her own wig store for 30 years. At Gregg’s, she likes to begin the process for cancer patients who are considering purchasing a wig by calling them. Not everyone is ready for “the wig,” she said. And, while she has great empathy for Gregg’s cancer-stricken customers, those patients who aren’t ready for a wig will not like anything Jackie puts on their head, and the experience can wind up being stressful, emotional and tearful. Patients who are ready for a wig, according to Stiskin, generally have fun picking out a new look. The mental part of “Okay, I can’t believe I have to buy a wig,” is the hardest to get over, she said. But for Gregg’s clients, Stiskin works her special magic, and nearly all of them can’t believe how natural and normal the right wig can look. Style first, color second, Stiskin says, and she never fails to take the time to show her clients how to wear their wig correctly. Does Stiskin ever see her clients again, once they leave happy and confident? It all depends on the “grow-back,” but she’s always happy to see them either way. And though some patients can’t come back, Jackie says she’s sad they’re no longer here, but she’s happy she had the opportunity to get close to them while they were together. •
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One of the most respected names in healthcare is Robert Wood Johnson (RWJ). And with a history as closely connected to New Jersey as RWJ’s, it only makes sense that the name would be associated with one of the state’s newest, stateof-the-art wellness centers. According to Sheri Firstenberg, administrative coordinator, fitness and wellness professional services, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Rahway, is a partner in the development of the RWJ Rahway Fitness & Wellness Center at Carteret.
Recognizing the growing demand for fitness facilities in the Carteret area, the borough has joined with local business leaders and RWJ administrators to begin construction on a 40,000 square foot state-of-the-art health center located at 60 Cooke Avenue. Once the facility is open, the hospital’s role is to provide community education programming, physical therapy and professional/medical guidance and input regarding all programming and equipment offered at the Center. Like the town of Carteret itself, there is much more to the health center project than meets the eye. Not only will the facility fill an immediate need for local healthcare, it will generate labor and stimulate the local economy, as it helps nurture adjacent business districts. And the best part of this exciting project: zero tax dollars were used to create this valuable resource. To date, funding has come from county grants, state grants and corporate donations. Did I mention that no tax dollars were used? The RWJ Rahway Fitness & Wellness Center at Carteret will house an enormous range of fitness amenities, including a pristine Aquatic Center! A listing on the Center’s website, rwjfitnesscarteret.com, boasts beautifully appointed locker rooms; computerized fitness assessment; exercise physiologists; certified personal trainers; physical/occupational therapy; Phase III cardiac rehabilitation and more. This ambitious project is destined to bring a new brand of community enhancement and “pride of ownership” to its residents while helping stabilize the local tax base. The design of the Center is being enhanced by the use of sustainable building materials and “green” construction techniques. Carteret’s Fitness & Wellness Center will encourage the types of fitness programs that promote ongoing participation for the entire family while establishing a sense of community for all. “The RWJ Rahway Fitness & Wellness Center at Carteret is designed to satisfy the needs of the member who demands structure, supervision, education and motivation, while providing a comprehensive, state-of-the-art, well-equipped center for the avid exerciser. Our mission is to help people of all ages and fitness levels achieve their health and wellness goals comfortably and safely,” Firstenberg said.
For more information about the Center, or to qualify for early enrollment discounts, visit the Enrollment & Information Center at 47 Washington Ave., Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., or call (732) 541-2333. •
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By classic definition... Autism is a disorder of neural development characterized by impaired social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior. These signs all begin before a child is three years old. Autism affects information processing in the brain by altering how nerve cells and their synapses connect and organize; how this occurs is not well understood. The definition is somewhat cut and dry. That is why I reached out to some people who live with this disorder on a daily basis, to get their perspectives.
There is a lot of information available for people who want to know more about autism. You just need to know how to begin. The websites listed below are great places to start.
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BPQ: Why did you pursue a career in special education? MF: My Aunt and Uncle are both “slow,” they suffer from a disorder that wasn’t diagnosed until they were adults. I always wanted to help. I often wondered if my grandparents had known early on what was wrong with them, would specialized teaching or therapy made their lives easier? That is why I always wanted to study special education. BPQ: Why autism? MF: During my courses in college, I was drawn to autism because of the mystery surrounding its origins. I had a lot of success with children suffering from autism during my training and wanted to continue. BPQ: Do you love your career, and why? MF: Absolutely! Watching each child learn a new behavior, or being able to communicate in a different way is amazing. Not only that, because my teaching involves the whole family, it’s rewarding to see their relationships flourish. Merissa believes that early intervention is key to a child with autism’s development. She says each child needs a specifically tailord education plan, and that plan needs to evolve as the child grows. BPQ: What is the hardest part of your job? MF: I think the hardest part is dealing with families when their child is first diagnosed. Children with autism are not very warm. They show little emotion, if any, at first. Parents are heart broken at the thought that their kid will never say I love you. I try to reassure them that that will change. It is a hard thing to watch, being a mother of three. BPQ: I know there is no definitive answer as to how autism occurs, but with all your years of experience, what in your opinion is the cause? MF: I believe it is a combination of things; from the environment, chemicals in the foods we buy to the mercury and preservatives in vaccinations. I think autism is a negative reaction to the combination of all of the above. BPQ: Final thoughts? MF: Educate yourself! Parents of children with autism need to arm themselves with knowledge so they (the primary care givers) can participate and monitor their child’s education plan to best meet the child’s needs. •
Sam and Maribel’s son, Sam Jr., who was diagnosed with autism around 20 months old is now six. For the most part, Sam is nonverbal, but is beginning to say a few words, and has been developing his communication skills with sign language. I spoke with them about the challenges of raising a child with autism. BPQ: What was your initial reaction to Sam’s diagnosis? S&M: Complete panic! As most average people, our knowledge about autism was limited, and we thought the worst. We just cried, non-stop. To add insult to injury, our first neurologist was truly heartless about it. BPQ: What did you do afterward? S&M: Once we found a new neurologist... education, education, education! We must have bought and read and watched every piece of literature there was available about autism to learn exactly what we were dealing with. BPQ: What do you think has been most effective in Sam’s development? S&M: Deep pressure, vistibular (physical) stimulation. These kinds of activities have a calming effect. For years, the trampoline was our best friend... if Sam was having a bad day or couldn’t sleep... just start jumping. Now, he takes karate three times a week and also is in equine (horse riding) therapy. The changes in him are incredible to watch. BPQ: What is Sam’s latest breakthrough? S&M: Going to the bathroom (since he can’t tell you when he has to go) has always been an issue, but his current shadow* at school has taught him the sign for it, and now he can let us know when he has to go. BPQ: Your daughters (15 & 17 years old) are so great with Sam, how did they learn to care for him? S&M: Once we got through the autism literature, we shared. [Smile.] Caring for Sam is a family affair. Not only do the girls soak up the reading, they also go to/participate in some of his therapies. BPQ: Do you have any advice for other parents who may be going through the same ordeal? S&M: Educate yourself! The state run school districts attempt to push all children with autism down the same path—each child is different and each child needs an individual education plan specific to their needs. Unless a parent knows the different services and therapies that are available to them, how can they help their child? Get involved and educate yourselves! There is hope. • *A “shadow” is an aide, assigned to a specific child with autism, who helps to keep their attention in school.
Alex, the artist
In all these years I’ve known her, I had never thought to ask her about her career choice, and our interview was educational.
Sam & Maribel, the parents
Merissa, the teacher
Merissa Fernandez, a life-long friend of mine (more like family) has been teaching autistic chilren for nearly 10 years. She specializes in early intervention, meaning she teaches infants to children up to three years old.
Alex Masket is a 23-year-old autistic artist, whose work is built out of everything from Legos to duct tape. Originally a local boy, the Alex and his parents now live in New York City. Alex is functionally nonverbal, but he seems to have found his voice in another way. Below are excerpts from an Esopus interview with Alex’s parents, Elaine and Steve, conducted by Tod Lippy. TL: When did it first become apparent that Alex was artistically inclined? EM: One of the first signs was when Alex would lay the Chinese checker pegs out next to the wall—lining them up, but not in a traditional way. They were in these very complicated color formations. Steve, who was much more aware of Alex’s talent early on than I was, would say, “It’s beautiful!” And all I could think was, “He’s lining up objects: Autism Symptom Number 6.” [She laughs.] By the time he was eight years old, though, both of us realized the intricate patterns he was making with Legos were very unusual. TL: Why do you think Alex gravitated toward Legos? EM: The Legos were in the house already, just like duct tape. There was not a piece of tape in the house that we didn’t have to lock up. It didn’t matter if it was Band-Aids or Scotch tape or masking tape—even adhesive stamps. TL: How much time does Alex spend working on art every day? EM: If we count the Legos, at least four or five hours most days. I’ll set him up with a project by essentially giving him a choice of materials. SM: And on the weekend he’ll maybe just nap or watch TV. EM: Right. It’s not obsessive. The Legos are a mental exercise for him, because you can see how often he reworks them. But the other works of art are immediate, active expressions. There’s nothing haphazard about anything he does, which you might not think from looking at the finished work of art. TL: When do you think Alex became aware that art was something he wanted or needed to do? SM: Alex has been waiting for us to catch up with him. He’s got visions in his head that he wants to get out there, and he’s had to wait for us to figure out what to buy for him so he could do it. [Both laugh.] TL: Now that you’ve caught up, do you notice changes in him? EM: Absolutely! He’s standing taller; he’s much more confident. I have to tell you something: sometimes I take him to galleries in Chelsea. Judging from the way he walks around them, I get the sense that he doesn’t feel like he has a lot to learn from anybody. • 15
What’s Up with Union Hospital (oops, I mean) Union Medical Park? By Cynthia Delonas First Person By Sam Horning
As long as I can remember, Union Hospital has been at Five Points. But in the past few years, I began to wonder about the place. Passing by, it appeared to have closed. And exterior signs had changed. Then, a few months ago, while out with family, my boyfriend’s young cousin took a spill and split his head open. And when I called his mom to ask if she wanted to meet us at Rahway Hospital, she said “No, just go to Union Hospital.” I was surprised to hear it was still open, but sure enough, when we got there, we found the ER up and running. Seven stitches later, all was well, and we were on our way. But the experience left me wondering: What the heck is going on here? Is this or is this not Union Hospital?
Curiosity aroused, I contacted the building’s owner, Mr. Andrew Piscatelli. A real estate developer, Piscatelli has been purchasing older hospitals slated for closure, and redeveloping them into modern healthcare facilities. Piscatelli explained that, unlike traditional hospitals, which have one license to practice everything, the Union Medical Park has multiple licenses, brought in by the building’s tenants, who collectively offer a range of services comparable to what you’d find in a hospital. The result is a one-stop healthcare facility. “It’s rewarding to take an antiquated facility and antiquated systems and adapt 16
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them both for modern healthcare,” Piscatelli said. The former Union Hospital is Piscatelli’s fourth purchase. He also has revamped West Hudson Hospital in Kearny, Memorial Medical Center in South Amboy, and Millville General Hospital. Union Medical Park, located at 1000 Galloping Hill Road, currently houses the aforementioned emergency room and imaging center, run by Overlook Hospital; cardiology, by Suburban Heart Group; pain management, by Freeman Pain Institute; primary healthcare, by Dr. Codella; physical therapy, by Doctor’s Care; chiropractic care, by Dr. Cioffi; same day surgery, by the Union Surgery Center; blood lab, by Everest Labs; fitness and wellness, by the YMCA; neurology, by Dr. Marx; and sub acute care, by Windsor Healthcare. The local community has embraced the hospital’s new identity, as word spreads, the traffic in and out of the Medical Park keeps growing, Piscatelli said. With just a few spaces left to lease, he’s confident the building will soon be filled and providing even more medical services for clients. If you would like to contact Mr. Piscatelli about leasing space in the Union Medical Center, contact him at (732) 721-1002. •
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Dr. Michael S. Malka, who has been practicing the art of dentistry in Linden since 1983, is thrilled to announce that his son Judah has recently joined his practice. Judah Malka, new doctor and new father, was kind enough to share his thoughts on his career path, working with Dad and what he brings to his father’s practice. BPQ: When did you decide that you wanted to become a dentist? JM: When I was a young boy my Dad used to bring me to work with him. I would watch patients who couldn’t or wouldn’t smile when they walked in leave with a renewed sense of confidence. I knew then that I wanted to be a dentist too. I always loved the idea of helping people on a personal level. BPQ: When did you graduate, and from what school? JM: I graduated last year, 2010, from New Jersey Dental School at UMDNJ. BPQ: How do you like working with Dad? JM: It’s great! I’ve spent so much time in the office growing up, it’s really very comfortable. I am right where I should be. BPQ: What is it that you like most about dentistry? JM: I love restoring peoples’ smiles. I also like working with kids. Comforting them, making their time in the office something they can look forward to. BPQ: What have you brought to your father’s already thriving practice? JM: Fresh blood, in other words, new technology and modern comforts including: a digital x-ray machine (that reduces radiation by 90%); computers in every operatory; flat screen TVs in the waiting room and offices. We’ve also started communicating with patients via text messages and emails. Oh, and we also introduced a new whitening system. BPQ: I realize you’re a new doctor, but would you change the career path you’ve chosen? JM: No. I love the personal interactions between myself and my patients. Patients become friends, you really get to know each other. If I HAD to change careers, I’m sure I would still be some type of doctor, so I can still maintain those relationships.
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BPQ: Would you like your daughter to become a dentist too? JM: I can only hope. I’m sure I will be bringing her to the office when she’s old enough, to acclamate her. Ultimately, it will be her choice. Dr. Michael Malka is a lucky father; with Judah joining the practice and his daughter in dental school... good teeth really do run in the family. •
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Dogs who engage in stealing are almost always suffering from boredom. In my experience there are two types of thieves — the “in-your face” type (stealing out in the open) and the “covert operator” (stealing without detection). In both cases, each is engaging in a behavior he finds highly rewarding. The difference between the two types that is one has learned that stealing results in gaining attention, and the other that stealing results in punishment of some sort, and so the latter type has learned to steal without detection. I’ve found that to control stealing behaviors it can be tremendously helpful to engage the dog in stealing games I control. The concept is based on the Premack Principle of Learning, where low-activity behaviors are rewarded with higher valued ones. The result — low activity behaviors are more likely to occur. For example, when training my Foxhound (sock thief) I’d hand her a pair of socks, or allow her to steal a pair from the laundry bin, then chase her around the house saying, “what do you have, give me that!” This is a high (value) activity. If, however, she steals on her own, I don’t engage her at all — not even with a glance. Ultimately, she learned that stealing on her own isn’t much fun at all. A similar concept was used to tackle her dumpster diving. On walks, we’d pass a deli where day-old bread is tossed in the garbage. If she sat and remained calm, I’d allow her to dumpster dive and take bread. If she didn’t comply, I’d lead her away, saying “oh, well.” The low activity behavior of sitting and remaining calm became more reliable.
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The same techniques may apply to almost anything a dog steals, from newspapers, magazines, socks, hairbrushes, food from the garbage pail, to counter-surfing and more. These games are rewarding and often just as successful for the covert operator. I conclude each game by offering a high-value reinforcer that I allow the dog to keep; engage it in a game of tug of war; or provide it with something appropriate to tear apart, such as a cardboard box. For more information on this subject, go to www.mybestfrienddogschool.com and click on Training Downloads. NOTE: Do not attempt to play this game with a dog that resource-guards stolen items. Resource guarding issues require a completely different training method. •
Events: On March 25 Karen Fazio appeared on WOR radio on the show, Dog Talk, to discuss The Dog Super Nanny — a new service offered through her company. The service is an in-home, extended-stay professional dog training program where professional trainers temporarily become a member of a client’s family in order to train their dog in real life situations. For a podcast of the interview go to www.traciehotchner.com/dt. Karen Fazio is a professional dog trainer and owner of My Best Friend Dog Training, LLC and The Dog Super Nanny in Keyport, NJ. She’s a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Association of Animal Behavior Professionals, and financial supporter/friend of Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. She may be reached at (732) 533-9376 • email: mybestfriend2@yahoo.com website: www.mybestfrienddogschool.com.
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n Blu Print Quarterly’s Winter 2010 issue we included a reprint of a Weird New Jersey Magazine article on The Janet Memorial Home, once a landmark orphanage in Elizabeth, now no longer in existence. One of our readers, Theresa D. Krutzsch, took issue with the way the Janet was portrayed in article, and we invited her to help us set the record straight. As one who lived at the Janet during the 1960s, Theresa had plenty to say about the place she called home during her teenage years. And guess what? It was all good! Theresa, who was just six years old when her mother left the family home, was in foster care from the age of eight. She was one of three children, and her father, who Theresa says “wasn’t a Mr. Mom type,” was unable to care for the children. At the age of 12, after hearing about The Janet from Mary, a junior high school friend who lived at the orphanage, Theresa “boldly announced” to her father “I’m going to The Janet Memorial.” The Janet, located between Salem and Westminster Avenues in Elizabeth, welcomed girls between the ages of 12 and 18, and Theresa vividly remembers her first days there.
“Anybody who was from Elizabeth would know the history behind that building (The Janet). That building was an orphanage in the 40s. And then in the 60s it was called a ‘residence for teenage girls.’ It wasn’t even called a girl’s home or an orphanage. It was a residence. The Jaycees worked with us. We had all kinds of civic organizations that helped us. So it wasn’t a spooky little run-down place. “This was a very functional, nonprofit organization that helped young teenage girls mold their lives. They had postal workers, they had study hall, we had to go to school, but, you know, we had to be like every other kid. I had some very wonderful people mentor me.” As Theresa shared her memories of her time at the Janet, the idea of the residence ever being anything but a loving home for a lively group of teenage girls who simply needed a safe and structured place to live seemed impossible. That it would ever feel haunted, creepy or threatening most certainly never crossed the minds of any of the Janet’s residents or staff.
“It was a beautiful building, and it had a marble staircase. There was an alcove in the hallway, and I would sit there and cry, because now I’m in this new place, and I’m the youngest one. And I would cry and cry. And (the staff) was wonderful. They just let me cry. They gave me my space. It was very sad that I had to be there, but it was a lot better than what I came from.”
“We had social workers, we had an activities director,” Janet said. “We got to go to more places than the average teenager. We went on vacations, we went down the shore, we went to dances every Friday night in Rahway. There was a place called Hullabaloo, and every Friday night we knew we were going to that dance. And if we misbehaved, we were grounded. We didn’t get to go anywhere. We would watch the other girls go off in the GMC truck, and we would be sitting there looking out the window and go ‘Oh well, maybe next week.’”
Theresa feels lucky to have had the opportunity to live at The Janet, and it bothers her to see history rewritten to make the home she came to love seem creepy or scary.
During her time at The Janet, Theresa learned ballroom dancing, and would often dance at Roseland. And she also went to maritime dances. One evening she was the blind date of a Sea BLU PRINT QUARTERLY | SPRING 2011
Scout. “I was crowned Queen of the Explorer’s Ball when I was 14 years old, but I lied and said I was 16 because I was embarrassed,” she revealed. “I still have the (newspaper) picture. My father went nuts, and bought every Daily Journal newspaper in Elizabeth.” Theresa said that about 20 girls lived at The Janet while she was there, and the girls slept in a dormitory-style bedroom. “It was like one big dorm,” she said, adding “Eventually they remodeled, and it was two girls to every room, or a girl to a room with two beds. We had a TV lounge with a little kitchenette, a refrigerator, maybe a hot plate. And we had a rumpus room, a bumper pool table, a jukebox—we could put our own records in there—we had everything!” Including a cook. “This woman cooked for all of us. It was cafeteria style. And on Fridays…fish sticks! Even if you weren’t Catholic, you ate fish sticks. It was horrible, and you hoped you had a lot of ketchup!” But Theresa was laughing as she reminisced. After her stay at the Janet, Theresa, as a high school student, transitioned into a group home which was located next to her high school. “I was right next to the school, and I still couldn’t get there on time,” she chuckled. A month after she graduated from high school, Theresa went out on her own, eventually raising a daughter, who is now raising her own daughter. “She did very well,” Theresa said. “I made sure she wasn’t going to have the kind of life I had.” But despite her rocky start, Theresa wants Blu Print’s readers to know that the Janet was a lifeline she’ll always appreciate. “They’d take your negative experience and turn it around into a positive experience.” • 21
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Spring Party Themes Courtesy of FamilyFun.com
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For a six- to nine-year-old crowd, no trick is too silly, no joke too dumb. (Why don’t cannibals eat clowns? Because they taste funny!) Our Clown School party is a mix of circus games, events, and snacks—just the right atmosphere for a hilarious, if over the (big) top, birthday afternoon.
With everything from a Cone-struction Pinata to refueling stations and a towertoppling game, this is a party any construction-loving kid is sure to dig.
Clown School Invitations Blow up one pair for each guest and write the relevant information on the outside with permanent markers. Deflate each pair and place them in a bright envelope with a handful of confetti.
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Crew Call Announce your big job with simple scrap-wood invitations. Use a ballpoint pen or carpenters’ pencil to add such details as “Construction Site” (place) and “Site Boss” (host), along with carpenter-style notations. A Real Fixer-Upper Let your crew get a cardboard-box playhouse up to code by adding shingles, shutters, window boxes, and more. Site Prep: Before the party, cut the top flaps off a large box; tape the bottom flaps closed. To add a roof, score another piece of cardboard down the middle, fold it over, then hot-glue it to the box. Finally, collect supplies for the building activities below. Construction: Anything goes, but here’s a punch list to get kids started: • Glue construction paper shingles to the roof • Draw doors and windows • Fill shoe-box window boxes with flowers made from pipe cleaners and tissue paper • Glue on doorknobs made from jar lids and bottle caps • Paint the house using tempera paint • Festoon the house with “caution” tape
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