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FEATURES Volume 29, Issue 6

C alendar 6,8,10,12, 14,16,18

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Merrill Lynch - The Trinkoff Wattick Group……..........................…..7 Oak Knoll’s Royal Boutique……………….............……………….11 Book Your Next Party at Marco Polo!.................................................15 Red Engine Social………………………………...………………18 Kitchen Expressions Opens in Summit…….......................………..19 Late Summer Happenings…………………….........……………22

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September Calendar Ongoing

October

Sundays Summit Farmers’ Market 8 AM-1PM in Park & Shop Lot #2, corner of Maple St and DeForest Ave in downtown Summit; 19th year features fresh organic produce, farm-raised meats and cheeses, artisan breads and pastries, prepared foods, organic honey, fresh-caught Jersey fish, and more…plus some new vendors; every Sunday rain or shine through November 18; free parking in adjacent lots; sponsored by Summit Downtown Inc; call 908-277-6100 for more information

Mondays French Conversation Group 6-8 PM at Weichert, Realtors, 474 Morris Ave, Summit; led by Bob Velasquez; free and open to the public; free parking in rear of building; call 908-380-3502 or email bvbonjour05@hotmail.com for more information

Pathways Dragon Boat Team Practices 5:45-7:15 PM; cancer survivors’ Dragon Boat Team gathers at Lake Parsippany every Monday through October for practice; no experience required; coach is Ellen Law of US National Team; call Michele Visco at 908-273-4242 x 154 for information; sign up required

Mondays & Wednesdays Play Bridge at the YMCA 12:30-3 PM at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; no partners needed; one-time fee $10, then $7/ week to play; Beginners Class on Monday, 11-12 noon ($20 for first 4 classes, $5/class thereafter); call 908-273-3330 or visit www.theSAY.org

Mondays & Thursdays Argentine Tango Classes Ongoing classes for all levels on Monday and Thursday evenings at Twin Maples, 214 Springfield Ave, Summit; taught by Carolina and Diego; no partners or experience necessary; fee charged; for more information, visit www.DanceTangoNJ.com or call 908-918-9790

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Old Guard Meets Summit Area Old Guard meets Tuesday mornings at New Providence Municipal Center, 360 Elkwood Avenue, NP; 9:15 AM for area 50+ active men; speakers, coffee, participation in many types of events and trips; call 908-233-0236 for information or visit www.summitoldguard.homestead.com

Cancer Recovery Fitness Program at Pathways 12:15-1 PM at The Connection for Women and Families, 79 Maple St, Summit; an exercise program, sponsored by Pathways, for women recovering from cancer surgery, designed to increase energy levels and endurance, reduce stress while improving range of motion; led by Carol Michaels, call Michele Visco at 908-273-4242 x 154 or email Pathways@TheConnectionOnline.org for more information

Arboretum Volunteer Group 1-4 PM at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit; new group will help tend wildflower meadow, plant bulbs, propagate plants in the greenhouse, and more; to sign up, contact Lisa at l.martin@reeves-reedarboretum.org or call 980-273-8787

Tuesdays & Thursdays Arthritis Foundation Class for Seniors 2 PM on Tuesdays, 11:05 AM on Thursdays, at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; open to the community; call 908-273-3330 or visit www.theSAY.org for information

Tuesdays & Saturdays Gentle Yoga at Pathways Classes are for women recovering from cancer surgery and treatment; offered at Pathways, at The Connection, 79 Maple St, Summit; Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings; register by calling Michele at 908-273-4242 x 154

Wednesdays BNI Business Exchange Meets Chapter meets for breakfast from 7-8:30 AM at food., at 339 Springfield Avenue, Summit; BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world, with one person from each profession permitted to join a chapter; meetings open to all who are interested; call Lawrence Pappas, President, at 973-893-8077 or Herb Ronde, Marketing Chair, at 973-762-0850 or visit www.bnibizex.com

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six-member team of highly skilled and dedicated financial advisory professionals at Merrill Lynch moved to Summit in early 2012. We spoke with founding partners David Trinkoff and Michael Wattick.

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hy Summit?

“This is where we are raising our family, I have four kids in the Summit schools, we are committed to this community, so it was an easy decision for us to move our practice here,” explained Michael Wattick, Senior Vice President, Investments.

Michael has been giving back to Summit since he and his wife Pamela moved here in 2000.

He has been a board member of the Summit area Red Cross chapter since 2005, serving as chairman of the board for three years and currently serving as head of the Governance and Board Development committees. Michael was also a founding board member of the Summitbased NJ Arts News and was named Citizen of the Year by the Summit Elks.

“We believe in giving back to the community you live in. Summit has given us so much; we are always looking for ways to give back. A powerful way for us to do that was by moving our practice here.”

Currently the team is located at 40 Beechwood Road, but in 2013, they will be moving around the corner to the new executive office building at One DeForest Avenue. “We are excited about our new space. It will be first class space that reflects what we do and the clients we serve.”

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ell us about your team and what you do.

“We help our clients plan and manage all aspects of their finances and investments. That includes a clear and continuous understanding of their financial picture, including checking accounts, liabilities, and investments.”

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“We are very process driven,” says David Trinkoff, Senior Vice president, Investments.

“Everything we do, from how we communicate with our clients to how we invest their money is driven by a disciplined process.” “Each of our clients has a review conversation every quarter, to ensure we stay close to our clients and what is happening in their lives.” “From our first day in this business, we’ve always kept our focus on our clients to make sure they are getting everything they need from us.”

The team prides itself on being both large and small: large enough to leverage the extraordinary global resources and capabilities of Bank of America Merrill Lynch, small enough to foster the intimacy and customization deserved by multiple generations of clients. The combination of Bank of America and Merrill Lynch has made them even more effective for their clients.

“Now being part of Bank of America, we can manage our clients’ cash flow by managing their checking and savings accounts along with their investments. We have tremendous credit and lending capabilities available to us through Bank of America.”

When it comes to investing money for their clients, the team takes great pride in their unique approach. “We eat our own cooking,” says Michael Wattick. “When we allocate our clients’ portfolios, it’s the same portfolio we own for ourselves. We don’t recommend investments to our clients that we don’t invest in for ourselves… and that’s the first thing anyone should ask their advisor!”

This focus has served them well. The team’s assets under management have climbed nearly 30% over the past three years, the result of strong performance and additional investments by new and existing clients.

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hat are you advising your clients to do now?

“Our mission is to help families make rational decisions in irrational times,” Wattick says.

“Some of the best work we do is making sure our clients don’t hurt themselves.” “Technology has led to some wonderful advances in the last few decades. Unfortunately it has also led to an unprecedented level of noise when it comes to investing.” “We have discussions about the need to step back, lengthen the time frame and make sure a plan is in place.”

For the team, that plan today includes high quality stocks and short maturity bonds. “Interest rates are at all time lows,” says Trinkoff. “Rates may not go up soon, but we are more than willing to give up what we think is a small incremental return to stay short term with our bond exposure.

Owning long term bonds has been productive for the last two decades; it will be a terrible idea for the next two.”

As for stocks, the team thinks the returns will be good in the coming years. “When we think about where we will get performance over the next 5-10 years, we think stocks will win by default,” Wattick says. “We invest in the highest quality companies we can find, companies that today are trading for lower valuations than they were a decade ago yet have more cash on their balance sheets than ever. When you add those new technologies that are making companies more productive and efficient, that scenario becomes very attractive to us.”

Judging by the multiple generations of families they work with, continued success is a definite for the team and their clients. We welcome them as an investing pillar in our community. Call them today: 908- 522-3322.

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Wednesdays Seniors Sing!

October

11AM-12 noon at Summit Community Center, 100 Morris Avenue, Summit; all area senior citizens are invited to this “young at heart” choral program; offered by Continuo Arts Foundation and Summit Community Programs; no experience or training needed, just a love of singing; for information, call 908-264-5324 or visit www.continuoarts.com

New Providence Farmers’ Market 12 Noon-6 PM, rain or shine, in the parking lot by NP Borough Hall, Elkwood Ave and Academy St; Jersey Fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, baked goods, cheese, breads, and prepared foods; free parking in nearby lot and on the street; sponsored by the NP Business & Professional Assoc; call 908-598-2532 for information; runs through October 31

Fridays Mah Jongg at the Y 12:30-2:30 at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit, 3rd floor; play with your Y friends, bring your Mah Jongg cards; call 908-273-3330 or visit www.theSAY.org

Performances at The Minstrel 8 PM at Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown; run by The Folk Project, features traditional American and ethnic folk music; 10/12 Open Stage, 10/19 Amy Regan, 10/26 Finest Kind and Jody Kruskal opens; location is handicapped accessible, free parking on site; call 973-335-9489 or visit www.folkproject.org for ticket prices and more information

Saturdays Discovery Saturdays 9 AM-1 PM at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit, in the Carriage House Education Center; hands-on explorations of fascinating nature topics, with stories, crafts, experiments, exploring the Arboretum grounds; members free, non-members $5/child; each month has a different theme, each week a new topic; call 908-273-8787 for information or visit www.reeves-reedarboretum.org

Argentine Tango Practice Open House 2:30-6:30 at MONDO, 426 Springfield Ave, Summit; open to all levels, no partner necessary; $10 cover charge; stop by in October and receive a Gift Certificate for a free class; for more info visit www.

DanceTAngoNJ.com or call 908-918-9790

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Dance group meets first & third Saturdays at 8 PM at First Presbyterian Church Parish Hall, 14 Hanover Road, East Hanover; beginners’ workshop at 7:30;10/6 – Joe DePaolo and Root Mean Square, 10/20 – Ridge Kennedy and Beaver Lake Trio; dance series run by The Folk Project features specials callers and musicians; adults $10, students $5; call 973-295-6864 or visit www.folkproject.org for information

Monday, October 1 Piano Lessons for Adults Group piano classes begin at the Adult School of the Chathams, Madison and Florham Park; 7-week intro and intermediate classes offered on Monday evenings; 7:15-8:30 for Piano 1 and 8:30-9:45 for Piano 2; held at Chatham Middle School, 480 Main St, Chatham; bring your own keyboard; call instructor Gilda Carmel Spielberg at 908-522-9486 for more information and to pre-register; visit www.theadultschool. org for more information

Tuesday, October 2 Quick & Easy Meals 11:30-1 at SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St, Summit; ShopRite dietician will discuss balanced and nutritious meals that are easy to make, plus live cooking demo, tastings, and recipes to take home; call 908-598-5548 to sign up; free

Senior Book Club 1-2 PM at the Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; “The Paris Wife” will be discussed; free and open to all area seniors; call 908-273-3330 or visit www.theSAY.org

October 2, 9, 16 & 23 Breast Cancer Support Group 7-8:30 PM at Overlook Medical Center, 99 Beauvoir Ave, Summit; Oncology Conference Room; for women who have tested positive for the mutation and have been diagnosed with cancer; for information and to register, call 973-971-6672

Wednesday, October 3 Good Scout Award Dinner 6:30 PM at The Primavera Regency, 1080 Valley Rd, Stirling; 7th annual event honors Hal Daumé, past President and Secretary of the Berkeley Heights Rotary Club, currently the Scouting Commissioner for BH; also honored will be Mark and Midge Vicendese, Andrew Moran and Mary Ann Walsh; tickets – call Grant at 973-765-9322x250

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Wednesday, October 3 Advanced Care Planning – What You Need to Know 6:30-8 PM at SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St, Summit; speaker will explain how to set up health care proxy and living will and deal with other end-of-life decisions; speaker Rob’t Bernstein, Esq; to register,

October

call 908-598-5548; free and open to the public

Adventure Guides at Summit YMCA 7-8 PM at Summit Y, 67 Maple St, Summit; learn more about the Y’s enrichment program for dads and children; 908-273-3330 x 1149

October 3 & 10 Oaks and Acorns 1-2 PM at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit; for children ages 3-5 with an adult; “Amazing Autumn” nature program with walks, crafts, stories and songs; $10/class for members, $15/ class for non-members; call 908-273-8787 or visit www.reeves-reedarboretum.org for information and to sign up

Thursday, October 4 “Fresh Start” Exercise Program Begins at SAGE 10:30 AM at SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad ST, Summit; new weekly exercise program with individualized instruction to help those going thru surgery or have chronic pain; $10/session; open to the public; class run by licensed trainer and physical therapist; to register, call 908-598-5548 or email education@sageeldercare.org

Sacred Heart Healing & Meditation Circle 8:15 PM at Terra Sky Center, 510 Morris Ave, Summit; free and open to the community; Circle led by Larry Heisler & held first Thursday of every month; call 908-277-1222 or visit www.terraskycenter.com

October 4, 5, 6 & 7 SS&S Winter Warehouse Sale Summit Ski & Sport’s annual Winter Warehouse Sale blow-out; at 31 D Chatham Rd, Summit; Th & Fr, 10-8; Sa 9:30-6; Su 11-5; call 908-277-4170 for more information

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4-5 PM at Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights; for ages 6-10; $20/class; space is limited; RSVP required to info@respirasalt.com or 908-665-0333; class continues into Nov on 1, 8 & 15; visit www.respirasalt.com for more information

Friday, October 5 First Friday Breakfast Meeting 8 AM at The Grand Summit Hotel, 570 Springfield Ave, Summit; sponsored by the Suburban Chamber of Commerce; speaker is Doug Brown, “Sustainability-It’s More than Green;” buffet breakfast; fee charged; call 908-522-1700 or visit www.suburbanchambers.org for information and to sign up

Fire Ceremony 7 PM at Terra Sky Center, 510 Morris Ave, Summit; come and let go of old stories and start on the road to a new life of healed beginnings; led by the Rizvis; $20/person; pre-registration requested; call 908-277-1222 or visit www.terraskycenter.com

October 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 & 14 “The Neighborhood” at Dreamcatcher Rep Theatre Play premieres at Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre, at Oakes Center, 120 Morris Ave (corner Russell Pl), Summit; Fri & Sat nights at 8 PM, Sun at 2 PM; world premiere of new work by Ekstrand & Zawila, performed in DRT’s new Summit home; tickets $30/person, $25/seniors & students; visit www. dreamcatcherrep.org or call 800-838-3006 for more information; tickets can be purchased online

October 5, 15 & 19 Meditation in the Salt Room Meditation and stress reduction, guided relaxation and salt therapy; 10/5 & 19 – 10-11 AM, 10/15 – 7-8 PM; Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights; $15/class; space is limited; reserve to info@respirasalt.com or 908-665-0333; www.respirasalt.com

Saturday, October 6 Summit Youth Football Fundraiser 7:30-11:30 Pm at Summit Elks Club, 40 Maple St, Summit; food by LaPastaria, drinks, music, auction; funds raised go to support Youth Football League; tickets $65/person; send checks payable to Summit Football Alumni Assoc to Nicoletti, 2 Robin Hood Rd, Summit or email egnicoletti@gmail.com for info

Sunday, October 7 Yoga Detox Workshop 2-4 PM at The Connection for Women & Families, 79 Maple St, Summit; special yoga class to detox the mind and body; call 908-273-4242 or stop by the Front Desk for more information Continued on page 12

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he 19th Annual Royal Boutique at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit will be held again this November, on November 1, 2 & 3. The three-day shopping event will run from 6 to 9 PM on Thursday, November 1; 9 AM to 6 PM on Friday, November 2; and 9 AM to 4 PM on Saturday, November 3. Fifty exclusive vendors will offer a selection of home goods, clothing, jewelry, accessories, specialty food items, gifts, and more.

The Royal Boutique will be held in Tisdall Hall on the campus, on Ashland Road, between Larned and Manor Hill Roads, directly across from Memorial Field. Admission is free, so come and get your holiday shopping done early!

The Royal CafĂŠ and Royal Bakery are open on Friday and Saturday. Come enjoy salads, soups, and wraps at the Royal CafĂŠ or take home delicious baked goods from the Royal Bakery.

Visit www.OakKnoll.org for more information.

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Sunday, October 7 “Baroque & Beyond”

October

3 PM concert by The Baroque Orchestra of NJ at Dolan Hall, College of St. Elizabeth, 2 Convent Rd, Morristown; “Mercury Rising” features Haydn’s Symphony #43 (“Mercury”), Bruch’s Violin Concerto, and Prokoviev’s Classical Symphony; tickets $35/$25/$5/Adults/Seniors/Students under 22 with ID; purchase online at www.baroqueorchestra.org or call 973-366-8922

October 7, 14, 21 & 28 Pre-Natal Yoga 10:30-11:45 AM at Terra Sky Center, 510 Morris Ave, Summit; yoga is a natural way to increase strength, flexibility and a sense of well-being; space limited, registration is required; call 908-277-1222 or visit www.terraskycenter.com for more information

Monday, October 8 Cholesterol Screening 10 AM-3 PM at Overlook Downtown, 357 Springfield Ave, Summit; have your total cholesterol measured by finger stick; fasting not necessary but registration is required; $10 fee; call 800-247-9580 to sign up

October 8 & 22 Reiki Healing Circle 7-8:30 PM in the Salt Room at Respira Salt Wellness Center, 472 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights; experience restoration, relaxation and balance; $25; space is limited; reserve at info@respirasalt.com or 908-665-0333; www.respirasalt.com

October 9 & 23 Gynecological Cancer Support Group Meets Daytime support group meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at The Connection for Women & Families, 79 Maple St, Summit; for women in any stage of treatment; call Michele, Pathways Director, at 908-273-4242 x 154

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7-8 PM at 2 Walnut St, Summit; college essay writing, and college interviews and housing will be discussed; free; all high school students and parents invited; call Tia Sargent at 908-273-3330 x 1140 for more information

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Wednesday, October 10 Youth Basketball League Registration begins for grades K-5at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; games played from Nov 22Jan 13 on Sundays between noon and 6 PM; 908-273-3330; www.theSAY.org

“First Ladies of the United States” 7-8 PM at Berkeley Heights Public Library, 290 Plainfield Ave, BH; historical performance by Trish Chambers presents the First Ladies and what they accomplished; free; call 908-464-9333 for more information and to register

Women’s Wellness Series: Menopause Mania 7-8:30 PM at Overlook Medical Center, 99 Beauvoir Ave, Summit; Conference Room 4; presented by Audrey Prefer, MD, NCMP, gynecologist

Thursday, October 11 Girls’ Night Out 5-9 PM in downtown Summit; a fun evening of dining, shopping, special events, special sales, prizes and more; for information and to register, visit www.summitdowntown.org or call 908-277-6100

Mothers & More Meeting 7:45-9:30 PM at The Connection for Women and Families, 79 Maple St, Summit; greater Summit area chapter welcomes new members and meets on second Thursday of every month; playgroups, mom’s night out, book club, family events, informative meetings, and more; free; visit www.momsnjsc.webs.com for more information

The Yeast Connection 8-10 PM at Terra Sky Center, 510 Morris Ave, Summit; lecture by Larry Heisler, nutritionist, about all things candida; $75/person, pre-registration is required; call 908-277-1222 or visit www.terraskycenter.com

October 11 & 25 Breast Cancer Support Group For women in any stage of treatment, at The Connection for Women & Families, 79 Maple St, Summit; at Pathways, held the 2nd & 4th evenings of each month; call Michele, Pathways Director, at 908-273-4242 x 154 for information and to register

Friday, October 12 Friday Night Out 6-9 PM at Berkeley Heights YMCA, 550 Springfield Ave, BH; for ages 5-10; movie, dinner, games, snacks; $20/members, $25/non-members, $10 each additional sibling; call 908-464-8373 for information Continued on page 14

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In The Schools Sponsored by the Suburban Chambers of Commerce Foundation

Oak Knoll Celebrates Start of 2012-2013 School year Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child kicked off another school year on September 5 in both the Upper and Lower Schools. Students enthusiastically greeted their friends and teachers despite a rainy first day!

Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child is an independent Catholic school enrolling boys and girls in kindergarten through grade six; and young women only in grades seven through 12. For more information about Oak Knoll, please visit www.oakknoll.org or call 908-522-8109.

Academy of Our Lady of Peace Announces Scholarship Winners

Through the generous support of their donors, The Academy of Our Lady of Peace Foundation was pleased to award merit scholarships to six deserving Academy students who have exemplified excellence in academics, sports, community service, religious studies, and the creative arts. The students receiving the inaugural awards are 8th-graders Gianna Doria and Alyssa Chin, 7th-graders Robert Greeley and Nicole Doria, and 6thgraders Sean Pelcher and Abigail Gagliano. The Foundation and the entire Academy of OLP community are proud of these students and offer them our congratulations.

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a private Catholic school located in downtown New Providence with students in grades Pre-K3 through Grade 8. For more information, please visit www.TheAcademyOLP.org or call the school office at 908-464-8657.

Students in Mr. Kevin Jacobsen’s fifth grade homeroom were all smiles as Oak Knoll kicked off another school year on September 5. Pictured are Dominick Commesso of Mountainside and Sabrina Fagan of Summit.

Oratory Prep School Teens Welcome New Stu dents Selected members of the Class of 2013 from Oratory Prep School in Summit, named Carlton Fellows, welcomed new students at the school’s recent orientation. Tom Boniello, teacher and recently appointed Dean of Students, helped coordinate the afternoon’s activities that included the new students meeting their fellows who will act as big brothers/mentors for the year.

Adviser of the Carlton Fellows, Mr. Boniello asked the senior boys to present skits on dress code and some of the regulations of the school.

Head of School Bob Costello was on hand to personally welcome the new 7th, 8th and

9th graders to the all-boys Catholic school for grades 7 – 12. “You are a part of an exciting time at Oratory,” he told the students. “We have the biggest enrollment ever - 310 young men.”

Teacher and school archivist Steve Fava gave the boys a short history of the school. “Over 100 years ago, our school was called Carlton Academy and was a boarding school,” he explained, hence the Carlton Fellows name for their big brothers.

For more information about Oratory Prep School and its upcoming Open Houses in October, visit the website at www.oratoryprep.org

At Oratory Prep School’s fall orientation, Carlton Fellows (big brother figures) welcome ninth grader Lorenzo Beer, right, with a T-shirt that reads, “Orientation 2012.” New 7th, 8th and 9th graders were given tours of the building and introduced to their teachers by the seniors who serve as mentors. From left: Chris Billups, Brandon Bongo, Ricardo Pena, Gianmarco Gonzalez-Capizzi, Tim Roper, Kegan O’Brien and Owen Burke with Lorenzo Beer. (Photo by Susan Dougherty)

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(L to R) Gianna Doria, Alyssa Chin, Robert Greeley, Jim Robertson - Academy Foundation Secretary, Nicole Doria, Sean Pelcher, and Abigail Gagliano

Kent Place School Begins Year with Convocation Tradition

School began on the morning of September 4 the lighting of the candles. Everyone joined at Kent Place with the traditional Convocation in singing the alma mater before returning to ceremony where the school gathers to celebrate classrooms and offices. its history and traditions, reflects on the school’s Later in the morning, student “lifers,” who mission and purpose, and honors the spirit of have been at Kent Place for 13 years or more, community. Each person received a single daisy, visited students in the Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten the school flower, as they joined the gathering in and Kindergarten classes to present them with the school’s Field House. Head of School Susan daisies and share thoughts about their early C. Bosland welcomed the assembly and shared years as youngsters at Kent Place. her thoughts and hopes for the new school year.

Three students, one from each division, offered remarks and words of encouragement for their fellow classmates.

Convocation is marked with a special candle lighting ceremony symbolizing the school’s maxim - With Wisdom She Lights the Way. Bosland lit the first of four candles, followed by twelfth grade student Madeline Ketley of Summit on behalf of the Upper School, eighth grade student Hana Charnley of Short Hills representing the Middle School, and fifth grade student Sonia Parmar of Basking Ridge representing the Primary School.

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Friday, October 12 Nocturnal Neighbors

October

7-9 PM at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit; for families with children ages 5+; take a night hike to learn which animals come out when it gets dark, enjoy stories around a campfire; preregistration required; $7/person/ members, $10/person/non-members; visit www.reeves-reedarboretum. org or call 908-273-8787

Buenos Aires Comes to Summit!

Tango Night at Twin Maples, 214 Springfield Ave, Summit; live music, complimentary intro tango class; special performance by Facundo Posadas from Buenos Aires; class held every second Friday evening; snacks and coffee, BYOB; $20 cover charge; no partner or experience necessary; for more info and to reserve a place, visit www.CarolinayDiego.com or call 908-918-9790

October 12 & 26

Welcome to our new members & thank you to our renewing members for supporting the Chamber of Commerce

Neighborhood Networking Group (NNG) Meets

New Members

7:45 AM at Hilltop Community Bank, 555 Springfield Avenue in Berkeley Heights; NNG welcomes members from Berkeley Heights, New Providence, Summit and surrounding areas; NNG seeks to expand

u Equinox Fitness Clubs

business and create supportive friendships; call Patrick (908-219-4467) for information

Saturday, October 13

u BManaged Fitness, LLC u PetAgree Pet Sitter

Second Saturdays Volunteers 9 AM-12 noon at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit; Arboretum hosts volunteer work days on the second Saturday of each month; volunteers ages 12+ are welcome to help tackle a wide variety of seasonal projects, from tree planting to garden mulching to woodland trail maintenance; for more information or to sign up, contact Lisa Martin at 908-273-8787 x 2222 or email lmartin@reeves-reedarboretum.org

u The American Yoga Academy

u Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre

Running Program

Renewing Members

9:15-10 AM at Overlook Downtown, 357 Springfield Ave, Summit; injury prevention, rehab, sports nutrition, and more; registration not required; call 908-522-2215 for information

• Bedrosian’s

• Overlook Medical Center

Preschool Information Fair

• Berkeley Heights Board of Education

• TSP Capital Management Group

10 AM – 12 Noon at New Providence Memorial Library, 377 Elkwood Ave, NP; presented by the Newcomers Club; come and meet reps from many area preschools; free and open to the public; refreshments served, children welcome

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11 AM-3 PM at Jefferson School, 110 Ashwood Ave, Summit; pony rides, petting zoo, games & crafts,

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u The Meat House

• Edible Arrangements of Summit

Please support our local Merchants & Professionals

pumpkin decorating, raffle, moonwalk, cake walk, food and bake sale; free admission

Healthy U Family Fun Day

1:30-3:30 PM at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; free and open to all; 908-273-3330; www.theSAY.org

Family Night at the Y

6-8 PM at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; family pumpkin patch; free and open to all; 908-273-3330; www.theSAY.org

Italian Heritage Dinner Dance 6:30 PM at St Lawrence the Martyr Parish Hall in Chester; sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 5410; dinner and dancing to live music; donation $35/person; for information and tickets, call Bruce at 973-584-3405 or Jerry at 908-879-7302

October 13 & 27 Sanctuary Concerts 8 PM at the Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township. 240 Southern Blvd, Chatham; 10/13 features Felix Cavaliere of The Young Rascals (“People Got To Be Free”) with Danny Kalb of the Blues Project; 10/27 features Al Stewart (Time Passages”) with Dave Nachmanoff; tickets are $25/person; free coffee and desserts are served at intermission; call 973-376-4946 for information and tickets or visit www. sanctuaryconcerts.org

Monday, October 15 Summit BPW Meeting 6:30 PM at a location in Summit; open to all business and professional women in the area; $35 fee includes dinner; contact meetingrsvp@summitbpw.org to reserve a place or visit www.summitbpw.org for more information

Tuesday, October 16 “Union County Means Business” 8 AM Networking Breakfast at NJ Sharing Network, 691 Central Ave, New Providence; “Expanding Business in the 21st C – Navigating Technology & Social Media” is topic; register at www.UCNJ.org/ UCMeansBusiness

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or a stand-up cocktail reception, their staff will listen to your wishes and exceed your expectations. Clients may select from any of the restaurant’s set menu options or you can customize a menu to your exact specifications.

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t Marco Polo Ristorante, located at 527 Morris Avenue in Summit, you’ll find experts at turning everyday events into extraordinary ones! Their private dining rooms are available for all of life’s celebrations – intimate weddings, corporate meetings, anniversaries, engagements, elegant showers, confirmations, communions, and birthdays – and are the perfect size for every affair.

With the holidays coming, now is the time to book your Thanksgiving family feast or your office Christmas party in one of their three elegant function rooms. If you have 175 guests, the entire second floor of the restaurant can be reserved for a grand affair or, for groups as few as 10, the space can be divided to accommodate smaller events.

Their gleaming wood bar upstairs is stocked with the highest quality spirits, fine wines and imported beers, and has a libation to please every palate. An impressive specialty cocktail list offers classic martinis and signature drinks, more than twenty wines by the glass, port wines, grappa, and more.

Whether you prefer a sit-down dinner, an elegant buffet

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Here’s what some of their satisfied customers have said: “...Wow! I don’t know where to begin – the food was amazing and my boss is still talking about how wonderful everything was. Not only did you make it look easy, you made me look great! Thank you again!” “...We are truly grateful for the wonderful food, service and support we received at Caitlin’s Communion Party!

Everyone had a wonderful time and the staff couldn’t have been nicer. Thank you!”

at the office, an extravagant cocktail affair or a lavish wedding reception. They will customize a menu perfectly tailored to suit the client’s taste, style and budget.

Marco Polo has been everyone’s favorite ItalianContinental restaurant for more than 75 years. With food “just like Grandma used to make” (only better!), their chefs have been preparing delicious meals with fresh ingredients, spices, and herbs...just like they cook at home! Their philosophy has been that great food, service and décor are the consistent hallmarks of a restaurant that celebrates the very best dining experience.

“We invite your family to meet ours,” said owner Agapios Kyritsis. Give them a call today!

Marco Polo also offers delicious, affordable off-site catering. Hosting friends for the big game? Having a family gathering at home? Planning a large office meeting? Marco Polo Off Premise Catering blends the finest quality food, service, creativity and expertise to ensure a truly exceptional event. They are the perfect solution for corporate functions, social gatherings, holiday parties and more, and can create a complete menu for any type of event, from an intimate dinner party in a home, to a high-powered business meeting

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Wednesday, October 17 Blood Pressure Screenings & Body Mass Index/Fat Analysis

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10 AM-12 noon at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; sponsored by Overlook Medical Center; for Blood Pressure, no registration is needed; for BMI, learn how your fat percentage impacts your heart health, receive counseling and materials, and registration is required; call 800-247-9580

PREP Support Group at SAGE 7 PM at SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St, Summit; People Responsible for Elderly Persons (PREP) meets third Wednesday of every month; guest speakers address topics like holistic living, touch therapy dealing with dementia; free; for more information, call 908-598-5529 or email contactus@sageeldercare.org

Meditation Reiki Healing Circle At Pathways, at The Connection for Women & Families, 79 Maple St, Summit; help reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, balance energy and promote calm; for more information and to register, call Michele at 908-273-4242 x 154

Thursday, October 18 Trip to Monet’s Garden at the NY Botanical Garden

Purchase at Suburban Chamber of Commerce office 71 Summit Avenue, Summit 908-522-1700

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9 AM-4 PM; full day docent-led bus trip is sponsored by the Reeves-Reed Arboretum; cost is $70/member, $85 for non-members; call 908-273-8787 for more information and to sign up or visit www.reeves-reedarboretum.org

Lunch & Learn for Seniors 12:30-1:30 PM at the Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; “Journey to Thailand;” free and open to all area seniors; call 908-273-3330 for information

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Fall International Film Festival

Purchase at Chamber office & DERCO Office Solutions 620 Springfield Avenue, Berkeley Heights

6:45-9 PM at Berkeley Heights Public Library, 290 Plainfield Ave, BH; award-winning film w/ English subtitles TBD; free; call 908-464-9333 for more information Friday, October 19

Family Dinner & Movie Night

6 PM at Berkeley Heights YMCA, 550 Springfield Ave, BH; $5/member family, $10/non-member family;

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call 908-464-8373 or visit www.theSAY.org

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6:30-9 at The Connection for Women & Families, 79 Maple St, Summit; for boys & girls 6+; flip and dip – gymnastics and swim, pizza, arts & crafts; call 908-273-4242 or visit www.TheConnectionOnline.org for more information

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October 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28 Brite Nites Event In the Children’s Garden at Wagner Farm Arboretum, 197 Mountain Ave, Warren; 3rd annual event features haunted house, costumed characters, face painting, sweet treats, 1000 glowing pumpkins, and more; tickets are sold by half-hour increments: 7, 7:30 & 8; advance tickets: $10/adult, $7/children & seniors; at the gate: $12/adult, $9/children and seniors; tickets can be purchased online at www.wfafnj. org or on site; call 908-350-7383 for information

Coming Up this Fall at First Fridays

October 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28 The Best Man At The Summit Playhouse, 10 New England Ave, Summit; Gore Vidal’s play about a presidential election is timely; for tickets and information, call 908-273-2192; play runs through early November

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Doug Brown, Chairman & CEO, Paradigm Associates, Certified Business Coach

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Anna’s Story, presented by Overlook Hospital Staff

Saturday, October 20 Flea Market 9 AM-4 PM at Vito A. Gallo Bldg, 12 Chestnut Ave, Summit; senior residents offer wide assortment of gifts, jewelry, crafts, baked goods and more; use Broad St entrance; free admission; open to the public; call 908-522-6655 for more information

Community Fish & Chips Dinner 5-7 PM at the United Methodist Church, 1441 Springfield Ave, New Providence; food provided by Argyle Restaurant in Kearny; take-out dinners from 6-7; $12/tickets; call 908-464-3808 for more information

Red Engine Social 6 PM at Twin Maples, 214 Springfield Ave, Summit; fundraising event for “Friends of the Firetruck”-to build a structure on the grounds of the Carter House to preserve and display Summit’s 1927 Seagrave Chemical Engine #1; event co-sponsored by Summit Historical Society and The Fortnightly Club; tickets $75/person; RSVP by October 15; call 908-277-1747 for tickets and information

LWV Goes to The Best Man 7 PM Pre-Theatre Social, 8 PM performance of Vidal’s The Best Man, at The Summit Playhouse, 10 New England Ave, Summit; fundraiser co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters – Berkeley Heights, New Providence, Summit and The Summit Playhouse; tickets $25/person; call 908-464-1988 to order

FIRST FRIDAYS, a program of the Suburban Chamber of Commerce, is held the first Friday of each month at The Grand Summit Hotel, with breakfast, a speaker and networking.

Trivia Night at The Connection 8-10 PM at The Connection, 79 Maple St, Summit; bring your friends, show how much you know; wine, beer and prizes; benefits Scholarship Fund; tickets sold individually or by the table; contact Jayne Graepel at 908-273-4242 for more information and to sign up

Call 908-522-1700 for more information.

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Sponsored by the Suburban Chambers of Commerce Foundation

In The Communities Atlantic Health System Names Michael Regier Chief Legal Officer Atlantic Health System has named Michael Regier, a nationally-recognized voice on the topic of health care, as the hospital system’s vice president, legal affairs, and chief legal officer. As legal chief for AHS, the parent organization of Morristown, Overlook and Newton Medical Centers and Goryeb Children’s Hospital, Regier is responsible for the system’s legal, compliance, risk and claims management and internal audit teams, as well as the organization’s insurance matters.

Throughout his nearly 30-year career, Michael Regier not only handled legal affairs for major hospital organizations but also initiated efforts to educate others about health care issues such as national health care reform. “Given his experience with large hospital networks and his thorough understanding of the various matters facing the field of health care, we are pleased to add Michael’s legal perspective to help guide our organization,” said Joseph A. Trunfio, President and CEO of Atlantic Health System.

“I’ve never seen a more dynamic period in health care,” Regier said. “It’s very exciting to be part of an

organization that is clearly forward-thinking and will be figuring out how to work together with our communities in this period.”

Regier joined Atlantic Health System following five years as senior vice president, legal and corporate affairs and general counsel for VHA Inc., the nation’s largest alliance of non-profit hospitals and health systems. At VHA, based in Irving, Texas, Regier was responsible for the company’s legal, compliance, risk management and insurance teams, as well as the company’s Washington, D.C.-based Office of Public Policy and the company’s public relations and corporate communications teams.

Regier received his undergraduate degree with highest distinction from Kansas University and his law degree from the University of Virginia Law School, where he was a Dillard Fellow. He is a member of the American Health Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association Health Law Section, the Association of Corporate Counsel and the state bars of Illinois and Texas.

Summit Hosts Friday Night Lights The Summit Booster Association is bringing back the lights for 2012. The Summit Hilltoppers will take on the Rahway High School Indians on Friday, October 5th at Investors Bank Field at Tatlock Park. The football game kickoff is 7:00 PM but the fun begins at 5:30 with a festive tailgate party. The Summit Music Parents Association and Towne Deli will be selling refreshments so plan on getting there early and bringing your appetite.

A special Friday Night Lights t-shirt is for sale through the Summit Booster Association.

All fans wearing the “WHITE OUT” t-shirt will get into the game for free. To purchase

a shirt or get more information about the event, visit www. summitboostersnj.org or email shs.boostersnj@gmail.com.

The Summit Booster Association is a parent-run non-profit organization whose mission is to support the Summit Public Schools’ Athletic Programs. Sports are an integral part of our students’ school experience and the Boosters are committed to supporting all the athletic teams at Summit High School and Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School. Since the 1950s, the Boosters have been the primary source of outside funding for athletics and last year contributed nearly $55,000 to support student athletes.

This is going to be a great night to be a Hilltopper…See you at the game!

SAGE Eldercare Furniture Restoration Workshop Do you have a chair or a piece of furniture that needs to be repaired in time for the holidays? Pictured are Ed Fernandez of Madison and Eck Khoon Goh

of New Providence who are re-caning a chair at the Furniture Restoration Workshop, located at 290 Broad Street in Summit. They repair woven seats, including caned and rushed, as well as recover seat cushions and refinish chairs, tables, bookcases and more. Proceeds from work done by workshop volunteers aid older adults in the region, who benefit from SAGE Eldercare’s services and programs. The workshop is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to noon. For more information on furniture repairs or volunteering, call 908-598-5531 or visit www.sageeldercare.org.

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Sunday, October 21 Summit Symphony Concert

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3 PM at Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School, at Summit and Morris Aves, Summit; pre-concert lecture at 2:15; Overture to Prometheus and Symphony #2 in D by Beethoven and Violin Concerto #1

by Paganini will be performed under the direction of conductor James Sadewhite; featured soloist is Christine Kwak; free admission

Monday, October 22 Bone Density Screening 10 AM-3 PM at Overlook Downtown, 357 Springfield Ave, Summit; $10 fee, registration is required; call 800-247-9580 to sign up

NP BPA Meeting 6 PM meeting will feature Clare Wherly of Lassus Wherly as the guest speaker; topic is Economic Forecast for 2013; open to all New Providence business and professional people; call 908-598-2532

Tuesday, October 23 Stroke Screening 10 AM-1 PM at Berkeley Heights Municipal Building, 29 Park Ave, BH; registration required; call 800-247-9580 to sign up

Wednesday, October 24 Women’s Wellness Series: Heart-Healthy Living 7-8:30 PM at Overlook Medical Center, 99 Beauvoir Ave, Summit; Conference Room 4; presented by Claire Boccia-Liang, MD, cardiologist; sponsored by Overlook; learn about risk factors and symptoms unique to women

Thursday, October 25 Veterans’ Job Fair 9 AM-1 PM at VFW Post 2230, 33 S. 21st St, Kenilworth; many employers will be present; event cosponsored by UC Board of Chosen Freeholders, UC Dept of Human Services-Office of Veterans Affairs, and many others; free, with free parking and refreshments; for veterans and their families; to register email esebring@ucnj.org or call 908-527-4890

In The Community

“Friends of the Firetruck” Host Community Fundraisers A “Red Engine Social” is set for Saturday night, October 20, at historic Twin Maples, 214 Springfield Avenue in Summit, to raise funds for a new “home” for Summit’s historic antique fire truck. Jointly sponsored by the Summit Historical Society and The Fortnightly Club, the spectacular event will take place from 6-10 PM at the Fortnightly clubhouse. The community is invited to attend!

Another fundraising project is the sale of colorful, insulated cotton potholders crafted by students in the Fashion Design I and II classes taught by Robin Hardesty at Summit High School. Created in a variety of colors, styles and sizes, these one-of-akind pieces are priced from $5 to $8 with

all profits going to the restoration and housing of the city’s decommissioned 1927 Chemical Engine No. 1. The fire engine’s new home will also feature local firedepartment-related memorabilia. The new structure for the fire engine will be built at the Historical Society’s Carter House on Butler Parkway.

The unique potholders are on sale at the gift shop at the Carter House, at Sweet Nothings on Beechwood Road and at Helen’s Books & Gifts in the Strand Mall on Springfield Avenue.

Donations to the fire engine’s new home may be sent to the Summit Historical Society

Friday, October 26 7 PM preview precedes 8 live auction; at SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St, Summit; event run by Marlin Art; $10/person, $15/couple advance ticket price; hors d’oeuvres dessert and beverages; event is fundraiser for SAGE; for more information and to purchase tickets, call Dawn at 908-598-5503 or email dknill@sageeldercare.org

Saturday, October 27

10 AM-12 noon; at Berkeley Heights YMCA, 550 Springfield Ave, BH; free and open to all; costumes encouraged; call 908-464-8373

Halloween at the Summit Y 12:30-3:30 PM at Summit YMCA, 67 Maple St, Summit; free and open to all; call 908-273-3330 or visit www.theSAY.org

Summit Halloween Costume Parade Gather behind the Bouras Properties building at 25 DeForest Ave in Summit at 3:30 for the afternoon parade through downtown Summit; refreshments and prizes on the Village Green after the parade; co-sponsored by the Summit PAL and the Summit Municipal Alliance Red Ribbon Committee

Sunday, October 28 9 Movement Forms of NIA 1:30 at Terra Sky Center, 510 Morris Ave, Summit; fun and educational 2-hour NIA play shop; $35/person; pre-registration requested; call 908-277-1222 or visit www.terraskycenter.com

Monday, October 29 Hearing Screening 10 AM-3 PM at Overlook Downtown, 357 Springfield Ave, Summit; registration required; call 908-522-2215

Tuesday, October 30 Early Winter Classes Registration at The Connection

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Charity Art Auction at SAGE

Halloween Spooktacular at BH Y

In last month’s issue, we printed a story about artists receiving awards at the Union County Senior Art Show. Celeste deBoisblanc received a Third Place Award (Pastel, Professional categories), not Honorable Mention. We apologize for this error.

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Kitchen Expressions Opening

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itchen Expressions, which has been in Short Hills for 13 years, will soon be opening in Summit, with a showroom at 396 Springfield Avenue.

Kitchen Expressions – more than just kitchens! – offers a complete “one-stop” solution for your renovation needs.

From a simple bath vanity to a full-scale home renovation, this family-owned and service-driven company has a stellar reputation for design, quality and workmanship. They specialize in kitchens, of course, but also baths, built-ins, butler’s pantries, wall units, home offices, mud & laundry rooms, media rooms, bars, fireplace surrounds, custom furniture, closets, and more. Kitchen Expressions also features a wide range of cabinetry and products to suit every taste, project size, and budget.

Wary about doing a home renovation project? Don’t know where to start?

The Kitchen Expressions team will carefully guide you every step of the way, from initial design right through project completion. They pride themselves on being “team players,” collaborating and working with architects, interior designers, builders and general contractors. In addition to complete project management, their services include design and space planning, custom cabinetry and installation, countertops, and decorative hardware and plumbing. “You can trust our team to not only do excellent work, but we also work

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hard to make your project – and every project - a stressfree experience,” explained Steven Naphtali, President.

the tri-state area, with many satisfied customers. We look forward to working with you on your projects. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please give us a call,” he added.

If a new kitchen is in your plans, the Kitchen Expressions team’s design staff will maximize the storage, utility and organization of your new room by integrating a variety of highly specialized accessories. You will be able to conveniently store and have easy access to cookware, utensils, dinnerware, and food storage. State-of-the-art cabinetry mechanisms will get rid of the hard-toreach areas, and the large selection of hardware and outstanding variety of countertop materials will make your new kitchen completely “yours.”

Kitchen Expressions, 396 Springfield Avenue, Summit 973-912-4440

“We are known for our incredible design, precision craftsmanship and extraordinary service,” Steven said. “We can do many different styles, from traditional to contemporary, and our team has done hundreds of renovations in

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Late S ummer (A nd I nto Fall!)

Happenings in the Collection Area

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everal events were on tap in late summer in Summit, New Providence and Berkeley Heights.

August saw the last of the New Providence Summer Concerts, September 9 was the New

Providence Street Fair, and the 16 th saw lots of runners and walkers at the Berkeley Heights 5K Charity Road Race and Fitness Walk. The Summit Wine & Food Festival drew large crowds the first weekend of fall on the 21 st -23 rd of September in downtown Summit, and Slam Dunk the Junk on September 22, part of the Clean Communities campaign, had young people picking up the trash at many locations in Berkeley Heights.

Runners take off at the BH 5K

Crowds are entertained at the New Providence concert

Post-race massages by Bruna Kruse, massage therapist, were a welcome treat!

Audience members paid close attention to the food demo Kids helped pick up the trash and heaved the bags into the dumpster Daisy Martinez of Daisy Cooks! at the SW&FF Some of the delicious treats Daisy prepared and the audience got to eat Page 22

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