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The Summit YMCA Begins a New Era.......................................................5 Union County’s Four Centuries Weekend.................................................8 2023 Nonprofit & Organization Directory............................................9-15 2023 Membership Directory..................................................................16 Halloween Happenings...........................................................................18 Mayor's Corner........................................................................................21
BOARD OF DIRECTORS CO-CHAIRPERSONS: David Dietze, Peapack Private Wealth Management Marcella Gencarelli, Valley Bank VICE CHAIR BERKELEY HEIGHTS: James Kwan, Ace Pension Solutions LLC, VICE CHAIR NEW PROVIDENCE: Joseph Eberle, Joseph Eberle, Weichert Realtors VICE CHAIR SUMMIT: Roxanne Giacalone, Christie’s International Real Estate TREASURER/SECRETARY: Joseph Steiner, President Emeritus DIRECTORS: Kelly Bonventre, NJ Sharing Network, Robert Davies, Davies Insurance Management May Abraham, Fridel, Passion for Spices Jimmy Joseph, Mortgages By Jim Joseph Paul Kieltyka, Summit Area YMCA Roger Mehner Esq., Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper Kerry Mowry, Overlook Medical Center
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Published by The Suburban Chamber of Commerce Karen Fern Hadley, Executive Director Joseph Steiner, Publisher Patricia E. Meola, Contributing Editor Steven Meyer, Art Director & Layout Design E-mail us at collection@suburbanchambers.org
Direct Mailed to Every Home, Apartment and Business in: Summit • Berkeley Heights • New Providence
And Demographically Selected Single Family Homes in: Short Hills • Chatham • Mountainside • Springfield PO Box 824 • Summit, NJ 07902-0824
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his fall, the renovated Summit YMCA reopens to a community eager to come inside. Staff and members have been ready to reunite in the Y’s iconic brick building on the corner of Maple Street and Broad Street. Inside, you’ll find residents bond as they better their lives through enriching activities ranging from fitness classes to volunteerism. The Summit YMCA construction project, which began in May 2023, marks the start of a new era for this beloved local non-profit. Last renovated in 1998, the first and
second floors of the building now reflect a modern, open concept space that can serve up to 6,000 families. “Our goal was to maximize the usable space of this 82,000-square-foot building, so we can provide even more individuals with best-in-class offerings,” said President and CEO Paul Kieltyka. “We are about bringing the community together, and this exceptional space will allow us to do exactly that.” The remodeled Summit YMCA comes complete with state-of-the-art fitness centers across two floors, a high-tech Teen Center, lounges where neighbors can gather and a new Kid Zone for those in need of exceptional childcare services while they utilize the Y. To commemorate the 100th anniversary of its swim team, the building also features a stunning back hallway with photos that capture the spirit of the team throughout the years. “This building is, and always has been, more than brick and mortar,” said Summit Area YMCA Board of Trustees Chair Maria Brugg. “It is about providing a valuable resource to our neighbors. From financial assistance to free programs that include food distribution and activities for youth with special needs, the Summit YMCA is and will continue to be a safety net for many generations to come.” The Summit Area YMCA is known as a leader in youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With the help of generous donations, the Summit
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Area YMCA provides financial assistance to follow through on its commitment to being a community hub where people from all economic backgrounds can reap the physical and mental health benefits of socialization.
As the Summit YMCA reopens, its staff members invite everyone to come inside to not only enjoy its first-rate fitness centers but to also take part in meaningful community interactions. Local residents can currently take advantage of a seven-day free trial. Visit www.thesay.org/belong today to set up a tour.
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wo talks remain in this year’s lecture series, “Fall in Love with Trees,” a partnership with the City of Summit's Shade Tree Advisory Committee and the Reeves-Reed Arboretum. "Now in its fourth year, this series is a wonderful opportunity for us to bring awareness to important topics so that as a community we can care for and protect one of our greatest assets -- trees," said the arboretum’s Director of Horticulture, John Beirne. “And I’m very excited about our TikTok Video Fest created by natureloving kids in our community.” The free lectures take place Thursdays from 6:30 – 8 p.m., both on-site and virtually, and are appropriate for teens and adults. Registration is encouraged, as space is limited. In-person adult attendees will receive a free six-month individual membership to the arboretum. Oct. 19 is the Eco-Action TikTok Viewing Party. Presented will be video
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creations from our community's teens, who show what eco-action means to them and share their vision of a cleaner, greener world. Pizza will be served. Know a teen who would like to enter? Visit cityofsummit.org/stac. The Nov. 2 topic is “Trees in a Changing Climate: A Homeowner's Guide,” presented by Guy Sternberg, founder and owner of Starhill Forest Arboretum in Illinois. Many scientists agree the climate is becoming increasingly unstable. How will this affect our most treasured and permanent landscape plants, our trees? Why should we be concerned, and what should we do? Learn about expected trends for our landscapes and about the importance of species, provenance and diversity. The Shade Tree Advisory Committee is charged with creating an inventory of the city's significant historic and landmark trees, makes recommendations for the preservation of landmark and historic trees, and provides input on the city's tree management program.
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The Reeves-Reed Arboretum is a nonprofit public garden that in 2024 will be celebrating 50 years as an arboretum, a living museum of trees. It is at 165 Hobart Ave., Summit. To register for programs, visit reeves-reedarboretum.org. For details, call 908-273-8787, x1920.
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Nearly three dozen historic sites will open their doors – with free admission – during Union County’s Four Centuries weekend, set this year for Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21 and 22. With some exceptions, sites will be open both days from noon to 5.
peruse the materials in the archives at the Mason Room, which include maps, photos, newspapers, journals and other records that highlight New Providence History.
Many locations have special events planned, and most offer collectible Union County history trading cards. In addition, all sites will have Union County Passports that can be ink-stamped at each location.
Twin Maples, now home of the Fortnightly Club, is a Colonial Revival estate built in 1918 just east of downtown with a façade that resembles the White House. Tours include the home’s ballroom and the “secret bathroom” constructed under a flight of stairs.
For Details, Visit ucnj.org.
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The township’s Deserted Village is annually among the weekend’s most popular destinations. David Felt’s 1800s former industrial community will host hayrides, apple cider pressing and quill pen writing, plus the chance to meet costumed interpreters representing people from the village’s past, including Mr. Felt himself.
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The borough’s historical society will open the doors of its Salt Box Museum, a mid-1800s farmhouse, and will also have volunteers staffing the Mason Room at the nearby library. Visitors are invited to tour the Salt Box and to
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Headquarters of the Summit Historical Society, the 1741 Carter House will be open for informal tours that include the Colonial Kitchen, a Victorian Era library, a modern archives room and a garage that is home to a decommissioned 1920s Summit Fire Department Chemical Engine. Photos are encouraged. Open on Sunday only, the Reeves-Reed Arboretum features 13.5 acres of pastoral lawns and woodland trails. On Sunday, Oct. 22, its Wisner House, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, will be open from 10 to 4.
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The city’s Wallace Chapel AME Zion Church is also National Register-listed. On Saturday at noon and on Sunday at 1 p.m., its pastor, the Reverend Denison Harrield, will present a lecture on the history of Wallace Chapel and on Dr. Florence S. Randolph, a civil rights and suffrage activist with strong ties to Summit and to the Wallace congregation.
Of Special Interest
Sites of special interest in other Union County towns over the weekend include: The Shady Rest Country Club in Scotch Plains was the first African-American owned golf and country club in the U.S., where Four Centuries events will include mini golf and a putting contest. On Saturday there will be horseback rides, and on Sunday live jazz will be featured. Open 12-4 both days, the Fanwood Train Station is the oldest remaining railroad station in Union County. It will host an exhibit of quilts from the Victorian Era through the 20th century. Hillside’s Evergreen Cemetery was created in 1853, and is considered a museum of funerary art. There are more than 10,000 monuments on its grounds, and a tour brochure is available at Woodruff House, also in Hillside. The Elizabeth Public Library, open on Saturday only, is Union County’s last remaining active Carnegie Library. The building is ADA-compliant and is hosting an exhibit called “Hauntings of Union County.”
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The Suburban Chamber of Commerce 2023 Board of Directors The board meets regularly to oversee the work of the Chamber of Commerce and to plan for it continued growth and success as it strives to improve business for its members.
2023 SUBURBAN CHAMBER OF NONPROFIT DIRECTORY Nonprofit organizations are an important part of life in our area. The Collection is proud to present the following pull out directory of non profit organizations. We do our best to try and update these every summer, but if we missed an organization or don’t have your information 100% correct, please let us know via email to info@suburbanchambers.org Thanks to our sponsors who help cover the printing costs. Please feel free to pull out this 8 page section and use it all year long!
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AAUW / Summit College Club Branch
Berkeley Heights P.A.L.
Boy Scout Troop 63
P.O. Box 273 Summit NJ 07902-0273 Anita Meritt Branch President 973-216-5243 anita.meritt@gmail.com summit-nj.aauw.net Organization Purpose: Promotes equity for all women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy & research.
29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Joseph Graziano President info@bhpal.org berkeleyheightstwp.com Organization Purpose: Provides youth sports programs
New Providence Presbyterian Church New Providence NJ 07974 Chad Clausen Scoutmaster 908-216-5714 chadclausen@yahoo.com Organization Purpose: The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the scout oath and law
Allen Roberts School PTA
80 Jones Drive New Providence NJ 07974 Amy Lepre President 908-464-4707 amylepre@hotmail.com awrpta.org Organization Purpose: PTA-School activities patriotism, community service
Board 29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Connie Valenti Secretary 908-464-2700x2124 cvalenti@bhtwp.com berkeleyheightstwp.com Organization Purpose: Oversee development planning for BH
Amazing Feet Running Club
Berkeley Heights Police Dept.
South Street, Loantaka Park, , NJ Morris Township NJ Robert Ashmun President amazingfeetrc@gmail.com amazingfeetrc.com Organization Purpose: Promote & Support Running Activities
American Legion Post #322 P.O. Box 757 Summit NJ 07901 Henry Bassman Commander 908 522-8700 hbassman@comcast.net www.post322.org Organization Purpose: Wartime Veterans in service to America
Arc of Union County, The 70 Diamond Road Springfield NJ 07081 Frank X. Caragher Executive Director 973-315-0000 info@arcunion.org arcunion.org Organization Purpose: Support services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
Area Baby Center, Christ Child Society P.O. Box 125 Summit NJ 07902 Christine Murray 908-656-8842 ccssummit@gmail.com christchildsummit.org Organization Purpose: Providing basic necessities, such as diapers and toiletries to babies from underpriviledged families in the local community
Atlantic Visiting Nurse 465 South Street, Suite 100 Morristown NJ 07960 Christie Ponessa, BSN, RN Assistant Manager 973-379-8400 Christie.Ponessa@atlantichealth.org atlantichealth.org/morristown/our+services/home+care/ Organization Purpose: Home care& Hospice services, visiting nurses, rehab therapists, end of life care & adult day center
Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation 4 Waldron Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Brian David Administrator 908 -273-3245 administrator@summitbeacon.org summitbeacon.org Organization Purpose: Open-ended quest for meaning in life
Berkeley Heights Board of Education 345 Plainfield Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Melissa Varley Superintendent 908-464-1718 mvarley@bhpsnj.org bhpsnj.org Organization Purpose: Oversee the BH Public Schools
Berkeley Heights Branch YMCA 550 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Tiffany Escott Branch Executive 908-464-8373 tiffany.escott@thesay.org thesay.org/locations/berkeley-heights-ymca Organization Purpose: Adult/Children's Classes, Child Care; Fitness Center
Berkeley Heights Democratic Committee 59 Conell Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 George Devanney Chairman 908-403-8550 george@keywoodstrategies.com bhbettertogether.com Organization Purpose: The Berkeley Heights Democratic Committee is fighting for open, balanced government that listens and learns from our community
Berkeley Heights Municipal Court 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Macrina Carra Municipal Court Administrator 908-665-1454 nj-municipal-courts.com/getCourt.php?id=1 Organization Purpose: Municipal Court
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29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Jason Massimino Chief of Police 908-464-1111 jmassimino@bhpolice.org bhpolice.org Organization Purpose: Public Safety
Berkeley Heights Public Library 29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Stephanie Bakos Library Director 908-608-8603 reference@bhplnj.org bhplnj.org Organization Purpose: Public Library
Berkeley Heights Public Library Foundation 29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Lavinia Boxill President 908-608-8603 foundation@bhplnj.org bhplfoundation.blogspot.com Organization Purpose: Support Public Library
Berkeley Heights Rotary Club PO Box 2 Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Mike DelDuca President 908-803-5747 berkeleyheightsrotaryclub@gmail.com bhrotary.com Organization Purpose: A group of civic-minded proffessionals, businesspeople & business owners working to help our community
Berkeley Heights Social Services Board 29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Michael Carlin Social Services Director 908-508-9591 pubinfo@ucnj.org ucnj.org/departments/human-services/office-for-thedisabled/medicaid Organization Purpose: Welfare/social service/emergency assistance
Berkeley Heights Volunteer Fire Company # 1 PO Box 204 Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Chris Schaumberg President 908-464-0800 cschaumberg@berkeleyheightsfire.com berkeleyheightsfire.com Organization Purpose: Fire Dept
Berkeley Heights Volunteer Rescue Squad 378 Snyder Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Nate Lee President 908-464-1141 membership@bhvrs.org bhvrs.org Organization Purpose: First Aid/Emergency care to sick/injured
Berkeley Heights, Township of 29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Ana Minkoff Township Clerk 908-464-2700 aminkoff@bhtwp.com berkeleyheights.gov Organization Purpose: Municipal Government
Boy Scout Troop 67 St Teresa's Church, Memorial Hall Summit NJ 07901 John Stewart Scoutmaster jastew@gmail.com sites.google.com/yahoo.com/troop67online Organization Purpose: The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the scout oath and law
Boy Scouts of America- Patriots' Path Council 1 Saddle Road Cedar Knolls NJ 07927 Marc Andreo Scout Executive, CEO 973-765-9322 Marc.Andreo@scouting.org ppcbsa.org Organization Purpose: The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the scout oath and law
Boy Scouts Troop 68 Berkeley Heights NJ Michael Koubek Committee Chair 908-346-1117 MichaelKoubek.BH68@troopmaster.email facebook.com/BHTroop68 Organization Purpose: The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the scout oath and law
Brayton School PTO 89 Tulip St., Summit NJ 07901 908-273-1276 summit.k12.nj.us/schools/brayton Organization Purpose: A diverse group of parents, guardians, teachers and administrators dedicated to our children’s well being
Bridges Outreach, Inc. 120 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Richard Uniacke President 908-273-0176 info@BridgesOutreach.org bridgesoutreach.org Organization Purpose: Bridges ends homelessness through volunteer-driven outreach and individual case management focusing on health, housing, and independence. We form relationships with those experiencing homelessness while meeting their most urgent needs
Brooke Healey Foundation PO Box 981 New Providence NJ 07974 Steve Healey 908-377-1414 Steve@brookehealey.com brookehealey.com Organization Purpose: Fundraising and programs to help families dealing with pediatric cancer and supporting targeted research.
Calvary Episcopal Church 31 Woodland Ave., Summit NJ 07901 The Rev. Michel Belt Interim Rector 908-277-1814 info@calvarysummit.org calvarysummit.org Organization Purpose: Worship,welcome & outreach in the Episcopal tradition
Calvary Episcopal Church 31 Woodland Ave., Summit NJ 07901 The Rev. Chris Cole Rector 908-277-1814 info@calvarysummit.org calvarysummit.org Organization Purpose: Worship,welcome & outreach in the Episcopal tradition
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Boy Scout Troop 1 St. Andrews Episcopal Church New Providence NJ 07974 Jack Flood ASM 908-227-4945 BSATroop1NP@gmail.com facebook.com/groups/203703712993341 Organization Purpose: Local Boy Scout Troop, grades 5-12
Boy Scout Troop 368 Mountain-Park School Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Margaret Gleeson Troop Committee Chair 908-286-1118 mgleeson121@verizon.net bhtroop368.com Organization Purpose: The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the scout oath and law
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1143 E. Jersey St 2nd Floor Elizabeth NJ 07201 Chanel Dupree 908-293-8135 cdupree@casaofunioncounty.org casaofunioncounty.org Organization Purpose: Court Appointed Special Advocates of Union County recruits, trains, supervises and supports community volunteers to advocate for abused, neglected and abandoned children placed in foster homes or residential facilities.
Central Presbyterian Church 70 Maple St., Summit NJ 07901 Rev. Donald Steele Sr. Pastor 908-273-0441 info@centralpres.org Centralpres.org Organization Purpose: Religious services and service to the community
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Fountain Baptist Church
70 Maple St., Summit NJ 07901 Rev. Donald Steele Sr. Pastor 908-273-0441 info@centralpres.org Centralpres.org Organization Purpose: Religious services and service to the community
14 Fernwood Road Summit NJ 07901 908-803-0187 BeaconFireDAR@gmail.com rootsweb.ancestry. com/~njdar/beaconfire/chapter.html Organization Purpose: Preserve History, Provide Education, and Promote Patriotism
116 Glenside Ave., Summit NJ 07901 The Rev. J. Michael Sanders Pastor 908-273-1199 mail@fountainbaptist.org fountainbaptist.org Organization Purpose: Religious Services.
Daughters of the British Empire
136 Blackburn Rd., Summit NJ 07901 President 908-277-2613 Franklinschoolptosummit@gmail.com franklinparents.com Organization Purpose: Parent Teacher Organization
Chatham Summit Quaker Meeting 158 Southern Blvd., Chatham NJ 07928 John Walz Clerk 973-635-2161 info@chathamquakers.org chathamquakers.org Organization Purpose: The Religious Society of Friends. All Welcome.
Christ Child Society of Summit PO Box 125 Summit NJ 07902-0125 Christine Murray President 908-902-3555 ccssummit@gmail.com christchildsummit.org Organization Purpose: A non-denominational, not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving children in need in our community.
Christ Church of Summit 561 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Rev. Dr. Chuck Rush, PhD Sr.Minister 908-273-5549 brenda@ccsnj.org ChristChurchSummit.org Organization Purpose: Religion Faith seeking understanding
Church of the Little Flower 290 Plainfield Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Dan Grossano Pastoral Associate 908-464-1585 pastoral110.lf@gmail.com lfbhnj.org Organization Purpose: Roman Catholic Church
Church of the Little Flower 290 Plainfield Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Dan Grossano Pastoral Associate 908-464-1585 pastoral110.lf@gmail.com lfbhnj.org Organization Purpose: Roman Catholic Church
CivicStory PO Box 76 Summit NJ 07902-0076 Susan Haig Founder and Publisher 908-273-8699 editor@civicstory.org civicstory.org Organization Purpose: Cultural news site & short videos highlighting creative-civic growth in New Jersey
Clan Currie Society, The PO Box 541 Summit NJ 07902-0541 Robert Currie President 908-858-6357 clancurrie@mail.com www.pipesofchristmas.com. facebook.com/ClanCurrieSociety Organization Purpose: Preserves and promotes Scottish history and culture. Their event fundraiser,The Pipes of Christmas, has been held in Summit since 1999. Proceeds supports Fine Arts scholarships.
Community Service Association of New Providence 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Thomas Montrone President 908-665-8254 csanewprovidence@gmail.com csanewprovidence.org Organization Purpose: Established in 1954, The CSA of NP provides temporary assistance to New Providence residents with financial needs while respecting their dignity and anonymity. This could mean helping a family with medical bills, paying utility bills or rent, clothing assistance, transportation, and more.
Connection, The 79 Maple Street Summit NJ 07901 Wendy Graeb Exec. Director 908-273-4242 info@theconnectiononline.org theconnectiononline.org Organization Purpose: The Connection has something for everyone. Over 144 affordable programs for men, women, and children.
Continuo Arts 290 Springfield Ave., Westfield NJ 07090 Candace Wicke 908-264-5324 info@continuoarts.com continuoarts.com Organization Purpose: Daughters of American Revolution Beacon Fire
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394 Mountain Ave., Township of Washington NJ 07676 Carol Handy President 201-768-0997 dbeinnj@gmail.com dbeinnj.org Organization Purpose: The mission of the DBE is to bring together women in friendship, for charitable, cultural and educational purposes.
DeCorso Community Center, home of the New Providence Senior Citizens Club 15 East 4th St. New Providence NJ 07974 Michelle Zack Coordinator 908-665-0046 decorsocenter@newprov.us newprov.org/seniors Organization Purpose: Social, Recreational, Educational, Exercise, & Health Services for all residents age 55 "and beyond"!
East Summit Association 17 Stiles Road Summit NJ 07902-0195 John DeSocio Treasurer 908-656-1327 jdesocio1432@comcast.net EastSummit.org Organization Purpose: To improve the quality of life of those that live in East Summit
Empowering Kids Organization (EKO) 107 West End. Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Paola Acosta Co-Founder 908 -514-0337 info@ekorg.us empoweringkidsorg.us Organization Purpose: Creating strategies and programs for underprivileged kids and their families to have access to equal opportunities in education.
Enright Melanoma Foundation info@smg-foundation.org enrightmelanomafoundation.org Organization Purpose: Doctor led nonprofit with mission to raise sun safety awareness and to help prevent melanoma through education and early detection. Offers free online sun safety education programs for ages 5+ at www.ApplyCoverEnjoy.org
Fair Tax 38 Fairview Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Jim Bennett 908-578-4975 Jim.Bennett@FAIRtax.org fairtax.org Organization Purpose: To educate the public about the advantages of consumption taxation over income taxation
Faith Lutheran Church of New Providence 524 South St., New Providence NJ 07974 Rev Jane McCready Pastor 908-464-5177 family.faith@verizon.net famfaith.org Organization Purpose: A worshiping and serving community of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Family Promise 71 Summit Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Shari Competiello Chief Operating Officer 908-273-1100 info@familypromise.org familypromise.org Organization Purpose: Helping families at risk of homelessness achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response
First Church of Christ, Scientist 292 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Barbara F. Mullin Clerk 908-273-1820 summitcschurch@gmail.com christianscienceinsummit.org Organization Purpose: Religious Services.
Fortnightly Club of Summit, The 214 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Lorraine Bowyer Vice President 908-930-0537 fortnightlyclubtwinmaples@gmail.com fortnightlyclub.org, www.twinmaplessummit.org Organization Purpose: The Fortnightly Club of Summit is a women’s group dedicated to scholarship, volunteerism, fundraising, community service and outreach.
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Friends of the Summit Free Public Library 75 Maple St., Summit NJ 07901 908-273-0350 sfplfriends.org@gmail.com summitfriendsofthelibrary.wildapricot.org Organization Purpose: Raise funds to support library programs and services not covered by the municipal budget
Fun French For Free Wiechert Realtors, 474 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Bob Valasquez President 908-380-3502 bvbonjour05@hotmail.com
Furniture Assist, Inc. 24 Commerce Street Springfield NJ 07081 973-868-6007 info@furnitureassist.com furnitureassist.com Organization Purpose: An all volunteer non-profit organization who receives items from those who have items they no longer need and provides them free to families in need who are referred by over 100 social service agencies in the area.
Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey, Inc. 120 Valley Road Montclair NJ 07042 Wendy Beckerman Director, Office of the CEO 908-515-4400 girlscouts@gshnj.org gshnj.org Organization Purpose: To build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place
Girl Scouts of New Providence Shannan Arnold SUM New Providence 908-515-4400 girlscouts@gshnj.org scoutlander.com/publicsite/unithome.aspx?UID=28533 Organization Purpose: To build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place
Girl Scouts of Summit- Service Unit #49 Summit NJ 07901 Alyssa Wolfe Service Unit Manager su049summitnj@gmail.com facebook.com/SU49SummitNJ Organization Purpose: Girl Scouts of Summit believes in building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place
Good Grief 38 Elm Street Morristown 07960 Theresa Shubeck CEO 908-522-199 ceo@good-grief.org good-grief.org Organization Purpose: Good Grief's mission is to provide unlimited and free support to children, teens, young adults, and families after the death of a mother, father, sister, or brother through peer support programs, education, and advocacy.
Gov. Livingston Band Parents Organization 175 Watchung Blvd., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 glhighlanderband.wordpress.com Organization Purpose: Moral and financial support to band members.
Gov. Livingston HS PTO 175 Watchung Blvd., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 908-464-3100 bhpsnj.org/domain/168 Organization Purpose: Promote school, support teachers/$ projects, Project Graduation event.
GRACE 100 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Amanda Block Founder and Director 917-517-3203 info@gracegivingreceiving.org gracegivingreceiving.org Organization Purpose: To fulfill community needs with community resources either by donation, referral, or empowerment.
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Greater Summit Phi Mu Fraternity Alumnae Chapter Silvina Traba President gsphimualum@gmail.com greatersummit.phimu.org Organization Purpose: Service fraternity-fundraise for kids/Socialize Green Party of Union County PO Box 9802 Trenton NJ 08650-9802 Steve Welzer GPNJ Chair 973-625-3352 Chair@gpnj.org gpnj.org Organization Purpose: Local Green Party for the state Green Summit NJ Summit NJ 07901 Melissa Spurr 908-279-4310 greensummitnj@gmail.com greensummitnj.org Organization Purpose: Volunteer group promoting sustainability in Summit Hickory Tree Chorus 1050 Long Hill Road Stirling NJ 07975 Amy Seid Marketing Chair 908-377-1399 info@hickorytreechorus.org hickorytreechorus.org Organization Purpose: Women's a cappella chorus Highlander Booster Club c/o Governor Livingston HS 175 Watchung Blvd., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 908-464-3100 highlanderboosterclub@gmail.com bhpsnj.org/domain/169 Organization Purpose: Promote spirit and financial support to student athletes Historical Society of Berkeley Heights 29 Park Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 908-771-8875 HSofBH@gmail.com sites.google.com/site/hsofbh Organization Purpose: 18-19th Century House Museum, farmland, buildings HTTV 70 Maple Street Summit NJ 07901 John Serruto President 908-277-6310 info@httvonline.org httvonline.org Organization Purpose: The purpose of HTTV is to provide community news, coverage of local events, municipal government meetings, and original programming.
Kent Place School
New Jersey Jazz Society
42 Norwood Ave., P.O. Box 308 Summit NJ 07902-0308 Jennifer Galambos Head of School 908-273-0900 kentplace.org Organization Purpose: All girls K-12 Independent college prep day school w/coed Nursery, Pre-K
382 Springfield Ave., Suite 217 Summit NJ 07901 Cydney Halpin President 973-229-0543 pres@njjs.org njjs.org Organization Purpose: NJJS is dedicated to the performance, promotion and preservation of jazz.
Knights of Columbus, Springfield Council 5560 PO BOX 251 Springfield NJ 07081 Rich Jermak Grand Knight 908-277-3722 thehenster@comcast.net springfieldkofc.org Organization Purpose: Catholic men's group/church,community,family,youth
570 Central Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Helen Cha-Pyo Artistic Director 908-771-5544 info@njys.org njys.org Organization Purpose: NJYS, a program of the Wharton Arts, is committed to providing the highest quality in orchestral and ensemble education in a supportive and inclusive environment to a wide range of students.
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New Providence Board of Education
30 Primrose Drive New Providence NJ 07974 Jack Flood Grand Knight 908-227-4945 jack@npfloods.com facebook.com/kofc783 Organization Purpose: Catholic men's grp./church,community,family,youth, meets monthly at PACA Club
356 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 David M. Miceli, Ed.D. Superintendent 908-464-9050 npsd.k12.nj.us Organization Purpose: K-12 School District
League of Women Voters/BH, NP & Summit P. Black or M. Sincaglia Management Committee lwvbhnps@yahoo.com lwvbhnps.org Organization Purpose: Nonpartisan political org, encourages voter participation and provides voter information.
Learning Circle, Inc. , The 95 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Kelly McHugh Program Director 908-273-7040 kelly.mchugh@thesay.org thesay.org/Summit-ymca-School-Age-Aftercare Organization Purpose: School age child care
Lincoln-Hubbard School PTO of Summit 52 Woodland Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Trish Murphy Co-President 908-277-1333 trishmurphy15@verizon.net thelionlink.com Organization Purpose: Parent/Teacher organization
Lions Club of New Providence
Hughes School PTO 446 Snyder Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 908-464-1717 hughespto@gmail.com bhpsnj.org/Page/2120 Organization Purpose: Parent-Teacher Organization.
PO Box 854 New Providence NJ 07974 Ed Morgan President 908-472-7210 info@nplions.org nplions.org Organization Purpose: Community Service
Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss 244 Sheffield Street Mountainside NJ 07092 Lindsay Cullinan Schambach Executive Director 908-264-3100 info@imaginenj.org imaginenj.org Organization Purpose: To provide education to the community and free year-round grief support for children age 3-18, their parents/guardians, and young adults 18-30 who are coping with loss due to death or illness.
PO Box 597 Summit NJ 07902-0597 Peter Twill Past President summitlionsclub.org Organization Purpose: Service Related to Sight & Welfare Projects
Inroads to Opportunities 301 Cox Street Roselle NJ 07203 Mark Lasky President/CEO 908-241-7200 ocuc@inroadsto.com inroadsto.org Organization Purpose: Mental Health/Vocational Rehabilitation Sercices. Light Assembly, Production Business. Empowering individuals with disabilities in their pursuit of independence and attainment of meaningful employment. Interweave. Christ Church 66 Highland Ave., Short Hills NJ 07078 Janet Maulbeck Executive Director 908-277-2120 information@interweave.org interweave.org Organization Purpose: A center for holistic studies Jefferson School PTO of Summit 110 Ashwood Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Kelly Stanton President 908-273-3807 pto@jeffersonschoolpto.com Organization Purpose: To enhance the development of students. Junior League of Summit Inc. 37 DeForest Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Heather Landsittel Office Manager 908-273-7349 office@jlsummit.org jlsummit.org Organization Purpose: Advancing women leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration and training
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Lions Club of Summit
Morris-Union Jointure Commission 340 Central Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Janet Fike Superintendent 908-464-7625 mujc.org Organization Purpose: Board of Education/Resource for disabled children/ transporation
Mountain Park School PTO / Berkeley Heights 55 Fairfax Dr., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 908-464-1713 bhpsnj.org/mountainpark Organization Purpose: Enrichment opportunities-students/P.T.O.community
Mountain Ridge Bible Chapel 763 Mountain Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Douglas E. Tremper Elder 908-464-2678 secretary@mtridge.org mtridge.org Organization Purpose: To preach/teach Gospel of our Lord, Jesus Christ
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) PO Box 724 New Providence NJ 07974 Julie Donohue President 908-233-1628 namiunioncounty@yahoo.com NAMI.org/support/affiliates/union Organization Purpose: Part of the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to supporting caretakers/families of a loved one with a mental health illness by offering education, advocacy and support
New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble 315B Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Barbara Carocci Executive Director 908-273-5500 bcarocci@njdte.net njdte.org Organization Purpose: Pre-Professional training Dance School.
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New Jersey Youth Symphony
New Providence Business Community 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Michele Elefante President 665-1400 x823 creis@newprov.us newprovbiz.com Organization Purpose: Community Business Association
New Providence Community Pool PO Box 744 New Providence NJ 07974 908-464-4141 nppool.org Organization Purpose: Community Pool
New Providence Garden Club 15 East Fourth Street New Providence NJ 07974 npgardenclub.weebly.com Organization Purpose: To promote interest in gardening
New Providence High School PTSA 35 Pioneer Dr., New Providence NJ 07974 Amy Lepre President 908-464-4700 contact@nphsptsa.org Nphsptsa.org Organization Purpose: Promote welfare of children, parents & school
New Providence Historical Society Memorial Library, 377 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Rick Anderson Vice-President 908-665-1034 rick243@comcast.net newprovidencehistorical.com Organization Purpose: Preserve New Providence history & Salt Box Museum, educate public re our history.
New Providence Memorial Library 377 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Lisa Florio Library Director 908-665-0311 florio@newprovidencelibrary.org newprovidencelibrary.org Organization Purpose: Free Public Library
New Providence P.A.L. PO Box 681 New Providence NJ 07974 Tom Reilly President 908-759-4910 president@newprovidencepal.org nppal.org Organization Purpose: Sports & activities for boys & girls in area
New Providence Planning Board 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Margaret Koontz Secretary 908-665-1124 mkoontz@newprov.us newprov.us Organization Purpose: Meet 1st and 3rd Tuesday of Month.
New Providence Police Department 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Chief Anthony Buccelli, Jr. Chief of Police 908-665-1111 newprov.us/201/Police Organization Purpose: Public Safety
New Providence Presbyterian Church 1307 Springfield Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Pastor Kimberly Merrill Lead Transitional Pastor 908-665-0050 office@thecornernj.com thecornernj.com Organization Purpose: Christ-centered/innovative/evangelical church serving children, teens and adults
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New Providence Recreation
Our Lady of Peace Church
S.C.O.R.E.(Service Corps/Retired Executives)
360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Allison Smith Community Activities Director 908-464-4430 asmith@newprov.us newprov.us/recreation Organization Purpose: Recreational programs/community activities
111 South St., New Providence NJ 07974 Rev. Francisco Mendonca Pastor 908-464-7600 secretary@olpnp.com olpnp.com Organization Purpose: Roman Catholic Church
10 Euclid Ave Apt 501 Summit NJ 07901 Peter Alexander Managing Partner 908-723-0565 peteralex42@yahoo.com Organization Purpose: Offers free counseling to area small businesses
New Providence Rescue Squad
Overlook Foundation
7 Academy Street New Providence NJ 07974 Jessica Short President info@newprovems.us NewProvidenceEMS.org Organization Purpose: Basic Life Support
46 Beauvoir Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Clelia Biamonti Executive Director/ Chief Philanthropy Officer 908-522-2170 info@overlookfoundation.org overlookfoundation.org Organization Purpose: To develop, manage, and distribute resources to advance the delivery of high-quality health care by Overlook Medical Center
290 Broad Street Summit NJ 07901 Galina Muller Director of Administration 908-273-5550 contactus@sageeldercare.org sageeldercare.org Organization Purpose: Eldercare services to help seniors stay at home + support for caregivers
New Providence Volunteer Fire Dept. 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Vincent Wycko Fire Chief 908-665-1098 NPFDChief@gmail.com newprovidencefire.us Organization Purpose: Fire department
New Providence Zoning Board of Adjustment 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Margaret Koontz Secretary 908-665-1124 mkoontz@newprov.us newprov.us Organization Purpose: Meet 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month.
New Providence, Borough of 360 Elkwood Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Bernadette Cuccaro Borough Administrator 908-665-1400 bcuccaro@newprov.us newprov.us Organization Purpose: Municipal Government
Newcomers Club/Summit, NP, BH, The
Overlook Auxiliary 99 Beauvoir Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Virginia Cepeda President 908-522-200 info@oaux.org oaux.org Organization Purpose: Volunteer/Fundraise for greater Overlook Medical Center community
Overlook Medical Center 99 Beauvoir Ave., PO Box 220 Summit NJ 07902-0220 Stephanie Schwartz Presiden 908-522-2000 atlantichealth.org/overlook Organization Purpose: Hospital Health Services & Community Programs
Overlook Medical Center -Community Health 99 Beauvoir Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Raul Cadavid 908-522-2844 Raul.cadavid@atlantichealth.org
Pathways
PO Box 830 New Providence NJ 07974-0830 Lorraine Dias Sotiriou President info@njnewcomersclub.com njnewcomersclub.com Organization Purpose: Social activities for newly-arrived residents
79 Maple Street Summit NJ 07901 Ann Karr 908-273-4242 x154 pathways@theconnectiononline.org pathways@theconnectiononline.org Organization Purpose: Women's cancer resources and support services
NJ GASP, Inc.(Group Against Smoking Pollution)
Pilgrim Baptist Church of Summit
PO Box 116 Summit NJ 07902-116 Karen Blumenfeld Executive Director 908-273-9368 info@njgasp.org njgasp.org Organization Purpose: Smoke-free air:nonsmokers/tobacco-free lives:kids
NJ Sharing Network 691 Central Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Kelly Bonventre Manager of Community Services 908-516-5400 info@njsharingnetwork.org njsharingnetwork.org Organization Purpose: NJ Sharing Network is the state’s non-profit organization responsible for the recovery and placement of donated organs and tissue for those in need of a life-saving transplant. Visit our website today to register as an organ and tissue donor!
Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child 44 Blackburn Road Summit NJ 07901 Timothy Saburn Head of School 908-522-8110 liz.bussiculo@oakknoll.org oakknoll.org Organization Purpose: Catholic Ind.Day Sch:K-6Coed,7-12F/Summer Program
Old Guard of the Summit NJ Area PO Box 544 New Providence NJ 07974 Jim Hewitt Membership Chair 908-233-5507 info@summitoldguard.org summitoldguard.org Organization Purpose: To provide retired business and professional men with informative programs and enjoyable activities that promote personal growth, conversation, and friendship
Oratory Prep School 425 Morris Ave., Summit Summit NJ 07901 Coleen Henry Director of Public Relations 908-273-1084 cmartin@oratoryprep.org oratoryprep.org Organization Purpose: Boys Catholic Prep School/Grades 7-12
Our House, Inc. 76 Floral Ave., Murray Hill NJ 07974 Michelle DelCorsano CEO 908-464-8008 mdelcorsano@ourhousenj.org ourhousenj.org Organization Purpose: Private non-profit organization that provides residential, employment and recreational services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
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77 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Rev. Ronald Allen Pastor 908-273-2704 pilgrimbaptist@verizon.net Organization Purpose: Religious Services.
Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central, & Southern New Jersey 196 Speedwell Ave., Morristown NJ 07960 Tristen A. Brooks President 973-539-9580 info@ppgnnj.org ppncsnj.org Organization Purpose: Women's reproductive health care/education
PTA PTO Presidents Council of Summit c/o Lincoln School 52 Woodland Ave., Summit NJ 07901 908-273-1333
Reeves-Reed Arboretum 165 Hobart Ave., Summit NJ 07901-2908 Jackie Kondel Executive Director 908-273-8787 j.kondel@reeves-reedarboretum.org reeves-reedarboretum.org Organization Purpose: RRA engages, educates and enriches its visitors so that they become better stewards of nature and the environment
Renaissance Church 2 Kent Place Blvd., Summit NJ 07901 Christian Andrews Lead Pastor 908-277-3555 info@renchurch.com renchurch.com Organization Purpose: Nondenominational Church
Rotary Club of Summit /New Providence 34 Ridgedale Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Eric Evers President 908-337-9536 info@snprotary.org snprotary.org Organization Purpose: Community service; Education and Scholarship Programs
Runnells Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
SAGE Eldercare
Salt Brook School PTA 40 Maple St., New Providence NJ 07974 908-464-7100 npsd.k12.nj.us/domain/245 Organization Purpose: Parent Teacher Association
Santa Claus Shop PO Box 119 Summit NJ 07901 santaclausshopsummit@gmail.com summitsantaclausshop.com Organization Purpose: Each December Santa Claus Shop invites needy families from Summit, New Providence and Berkeley Heights to holiday shop for their family at no cost. Volunteers shop, solicit and raise funds for SCS.
Senior Citizens of Berkeley Heights Inc. 1089 Mountain Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Joan Luciano President 908-665-9604 grandmaluciano@gmail.com berkeleyheightstwp.com/seniors.htm Organization Purpose: Senior Citizens Club
Senior Connections, Inc. 100 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07902-1518 Gretchen Masterfano Operations Manager 908-277-2932 gmasterfano@cityofsummit.org summitcommunityprograms.com/151/Senior-Transportation Organization Purpose: Provide free bus transportation for well elderly (*temporary address through Sept. 2018)
Shaping Summit Together (SST) P.O. Box 307 Summit NJ 07902-0307 Annette Dwyer Chair 908-273-7441 amfdwyer@aol.com shapingsummittogether.org Organization Purpose: Community working together to shape Summit's future
SHIP (Summit Helping Its People) P.O. Box 581 Summit NJ 07901 908-829-0515 info@shipofsummit.org shipofsummit.org Organization Purpose: Homeless intervention and nutrition program
Short Hills Ski Club PO Box 116 Short Hills NJ 07078 Joel Blank President 973-903-7509 President@shorthillsskiclub.com shorthillsskiclub.com Organization Purpose: Ski Club,owns Vermont Lodge,meets at Summit Elks winter-Tuesday @8:30 pm
Sierra Club - Loantaka Group 214 Connecticut Street Westfield NJ 07090 Paul Sanderson Chairman 908-233-2414 paulmsanderson@aol.com sierraclub.org/new-jersey/loantaka Organization Purpose: Environmental conservation/education & lobbying
SPARC (Summit Performing Arts Resource Committee) P.O. Box 462 Summit NJ 07901 917-669-8967 info@sparcsummit.org sparcsummit.org Organization Purpose: Promote and support the performing arts in Summit's public schools.
Speak Up Summit P.O. Box 516 Summit NJ 07902-0516 Paola Acosta President 908-514-0337 pacostad@gmail.com speakupsummit.org Organization Purpose: Advocating for Quality Public Education in Summit, NJ
40 Watchung Way Berkeley Heights NJ 07922-2618 Josh Bamberger Administrator 908-771-5700 jbamberger@runnellscenter.com runrehab.org Organization Purpose: Physical Rehab, Nursing Care,Hospice Palliative, Alzheimer. Adult Psych. Care
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St. Andrews Episcopal Church
Summit Area YMCA
Summit Elks
Summit Jr. Fortnightly Club
419 South St., New Providence NJ 07974 Rev. Dr. Daniel C. Gunn Priest in Charge 908-464-4875 wardens@standrewschurch.org standrewschurch.org Organization Purpose: Religion
99 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Paul Kieltyka President and CEO 908-273-4270 Paul.kieltyka@thesay.org thesay.org Organization Purpose: For healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility
40 Maple St., Summit NJ 07901 Rick Wolffe Chairman of the Trustees 908-516-5897 chairoftrustees@summitelks1246.org summitelks1246.org Organization Purpose: To promote Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity serving the people and communities through benevolent programs, demonstrating that Elks Care and Elks Share.
214 Springfield Ave., Summi NJ 07901 Organization Purpose: SJFC has merged with Summit Fortnightly Club- see Fortnightly Club of Summit for details
St. Andrew's Nursery School and Kindergarten 419 South Street New Providence NJ 07974 Deborah V.H. Cook Director of Schools 908-464-4878 director@standrews-school.org standrews-school.org Organization Purpose: Half-day programs 2-1/2,3,& 4 Yrs., Full Day K.
St. John's Lutheran Church 587 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901-4584 The Rev. Blake A. Scalet Pastor 908-273-3846 staff@stjohnssummit.org stjohnssummit.org Organization Purpose: To hear God's Word, reflect God's Grace, share Christ's Love.
St. Luke's Reformed Episcopal Church 260 South Street New Providence NJ 07974 Howard Currie Rector 908-464-1945 howardthescot@verizon.net stlukesrecnj.org Organization Purpose: Religion
St. Teresa of Avila RC Church 306 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Msgr. Robert S. Meyer Pastor 908-277-3700 office@stteresaavila.org stteresachurch.org Organization Purpose: Roman Catholic Church
St. Teresa of Avila Soc St. Teresa of Avila Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry
Summit Board of Adjustment 512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Christa Anderson Zoning Officer 908-273-6407 canderson@cityofsummit.org cityofsummit.org/188/Planning-Zoning\ Organization Purpose: Variance-Zoning Requests.
Summit Lacrosse Club
Summit Environmental Commission 115 Beekman Road Summit NJ 07901 Donna Patel 908-273-1753 summit.nj.ec@gmail.com cityofsummit.org/304/Environmental-Commission Organization Purpose: Education about sustainability.
Summit Board of Education 14 Beekman Terrace Summit NJ 07901 Derek Jess Board Secretary/School Business Administrator 908-273-3025 djess@summit.k12.nj.us summit.k12.nj.us Organization Purpose: Education
Summit Fire Department
512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Megan Avallone Director of Public Health/Health Officer 908-277-6464 mavallone@westfieldnj.gov cityofsummit.org/196/Health-Vital-Statistics Organization Purpose: Municipal Public Health Dept./ personal & environmental.
75 Maple St., Summit NJ 07901 Amy Behr-Shields Director 908-273-0350 office@summitlibrary.org summitlibrary.org Organization Purpose: The Summit Free Public Library will be a destination vital to the fabric of the community. The Library will be the focal point for knowledge, entertainment, social gathering and the exchange of ideas.
P.O. Box 308 Summit NJ 07901 Jacquie Jacovino President 908-273-1604 jacquiefaye@yahoo.com summitbpw.org Organization Purpose: Promote the interests of business/prof. women.
Summit P.A.L. 512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Damian Chmelar President 212-201-1203 info@summitpal.org summitpal.org Organization Purpose: Develop + relationship betw. youth & police dept.
Stony Hill Players/Pebble Players Youth Theater
Carter House, 90 Butler Pkwy., Summit NJ 07901 Patricia Meola President 908-277-1747 Summit Civic Foundation summithistoricalsociety@gmail.com 2401 Morris Ave., Union NJ 07083 summithistoricalsociety.org Al Krivak, CPA 908-688-7586 Organization Purpose: To preserve Summit's history and info@summitcivicfoundation.org summitcivicfoundation.org share it with the community from the 1741 Carter House. Organization Purpose: Provide affordable housing to Summit residents. Summit Housing Authority
Suburban Chambers of Commerce PO Box 824 Summit NJ 07902-0824 Karen Hadley Executive Director 908-522-1700 info@suburbanchambers.org suburbanchambers.org Organization Purpose: Promote business in Summit, New Providence and Berkeley Heights.
Suburban Chambers of Commerce Foundation PO Box 824 Summit NJ 07902-0824 Karen Hadley Executive Director 908-522-1700 info@suburbanchambers.org suburbanchambers.org Organization Purpose: Charitable arm of the business community.
Summit Animal League Inc. P.O. Box 1446 Summit NJ 07902-8446 Felicia Barz President 908-665-1186 sararescue.com Organization Purpose: Rescue/placement of abandoned cats & dogs.
512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Rosemary Licatese City Clerk 908-273-6400 rlicatese@cityofsummit.org Organization Purpose: Promote understanding/policiesCivil Rights laws.
Summit Department of Community Programs 100 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Mark Ozoroski Director 908-277-2932 recdept@cityofsummit.org summitcommunityprograms.com Organization Purpose: Promote recreation/maintain parks/leisure service for Youth,Families & Seniors.
512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Jin Blades 908-273-6404 jblades@cityofsummit.org
P O Box 299 Summit NJ 07902-0824 Hank Gibson Chairperson 908-591-5553 thesadc@gmail.com Organization Purpose: Works for beautification of Summit.
Summit Educational Foundation
512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Melissa Kuzma Executive Director 908-273-6413 jmbillyjr@summitnjha.org summitnjha.org Organization Purpose: Development/Management of Low-Rent Housing.
Summit HS Music Parents Association
Summit Playhouse, The 10 New England Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Sam Nissen President 908-273-2192 summitplayhouseinfo@gmail.com thesummitplayhouse.org Organization Purpose: New Jersey's oldest, continuous community theater presents three mainstage and several youth theater productions each season
Summit Police Officers Benevolent Assn. Local #55 512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Charlie Robertson President 908-273-0051 crobertson@spdnj.org summitpba.org Organization Purpose: Police Officers Welfare/Civic Activities
67 Kent Pl. Blvd., Summit NJ 07901 Phil Kantor President 908-273-8130 office@summitjcc.org summitjcc.org Organization Purpose: Religious Activities P O Box 59 Summit NJ 07902-0059 Kevin Haggard President vp@summitssbl.org summitsjbs.org Organization Purpose: Organized Boys Baseball & Girls Fast Pitch Softball Program
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512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Christa Anderson Zoning Officer 908-273-6407 canderson@cityofsummit.org cityofsummit.org/311 Organization Purpose: Subdivision & Site Plans
512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Steven Zagorski Chief 908-273-0051 szagorski@spdnj.org cityofsummit.org/231 Organization Purpose: Prevention/detection of crime// Community safety
Summit Jr. Baseball & Softball
P.O. Box 268 Summit NJ 07902-0268 Amy Burke President sefnjmail@gmail.com sefnj.org Organization Purpose: To fund innovative co-curricular educational programs which further academic excellence in Summits public schools.
Summit Planning Board
Summit Police Department
125 Kent Place Blvd., Summit NJ 07901 Myrene Reyes President 908-273-1494 smpa.president@gmail.com summitmusicparentsassociation.org Organization Purpose: Support music activities/ fundraising+scholarships at Summit High School
Summit Jewish Community Center
Summit Department of Community Services
Summit Area Development Corporation
www.suburbanchambers.org
Summit Historical Society
Summit Civil Rights Commission c/o City Hall
P O Box 574 Summit NJ 07902-0574 Andrew Stein Chair 908-403-6420 summitnjdemocrats@gmail.com summitdemocrats.org Organization Purpose: Represent nat'l/state/local Dem. Party in Summit
No office Marian Glenn 908-656-0240 Marian.glenn@shu.edu Organization Purpose:: To encourage faith communities in stewardship of the environment & environment justice
Summit Chorale
120 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Jayne Myers President pebbleplayers120@gmail.com stonyhillplayers.org Organization Purpose: A Community Theater producing Adult plays and Youth Musicals for ages 10-18.
Summit Municipal Democratic Committee
Summit GreenFaith Circle
306 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Vincent Candela Advocate 908-277-3700 vcandela@singletreetech.com st-teresa.org Organization Purpose: Weekly food pantry for the needy in Summit and the immediate area.
PO Box 265 Summit NJ 07902-0265 Bob Loder Membership Chair 908-451-2988 membership@summitchorale.org summitchorale.org Organization Purpose: Choral Music/Performance/ Outreach/Education.
272 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 908-273-1190 lcjsmsptoinfo@gmail.com lcjsmspto.com Organization Purpose: Support school activities 512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Eileen O. Keating Court Administrator 908-273-6112 ekeating@cityofsummit.org cityofsummit.org/191/Court Organization Purpose: To adjudicate or mediate complaints and grievances in a local forum as defined by law.
Summit Free Public Library
Summit BPW
Summit Middle School PTA
Summit Municipal Court
396 Broad St., Summit NJ 07901 Eric Evers Fire Director/Chief 908-277-1033 eevers@cityofsummit.org cityofsummit.org/234/Fire-Department Organization Purpose: Fire suppression/prevention w/in City of Summit.
Summit Board of Health
PO Box 93 Summit NJ 07902-0093 Michael Hynes President admin@summitlacrosseclub.com summitlacrosseclub.com Organization Purpose: Promote youth lacrosse teams
Summit Recycling Advisory Committee 512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Mimi Zukoff 973-477-4001 morahzukoff@gmail.com facebook.com/summitrac Organization Purpose: Promote Recycling
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Summit Rent Commission
Summit Toastmasters Club
Unico
Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Rosemary Licatese Ciry Clerk 908-273-6400 rlicatese@cityofsummit.org cityofsuummit.org Organization Purpose: Hear complaints,in landlordtenant relationships
17 Kent Place Blvd., United Methodist Church Summit NJ 07901 Anfal Jenkins President president@ summittoastmasters.com summittoastmasters.com Organization Purpose: Public Speaking and Leadership Organization.
45 Mead Street Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Joe Franchino President 908-464-1555 jlfranchino@comcast.net unicospf.org
68 Elm St., Summit NJ 07901 Melanie Cohn Executive Director 908-273-9121 mcohn@artcenternj.org artcenternj.org Organization Purpose: Museum exhibitions; art-related events; art classes for kids, teens, and adults.
Summit Republican City Committee
Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad Inc.
45 Cardinal Drive, Westfield NJ 07090 Mike Kowalski Asst. Superintendent 908-233-9317 mkowalski@ucesc.org ucesc.org Organization Purpose: Our mission is to build partnerships and provide innovative educational solutions that support school districts and benefit all 21st century learners.
PO Box 572 Summit NJ 07902-0572 Steve Spurr Chairman summitgop@summitgop.org summitgop.org Organization Purpose: Support Rep. Party/local, state, nat'l. levels
1000 Summit Ave., Summit NJ 07902-0234 John Buscaino President 908-277-9479 info@summitems.org summitems.org Organization Purpose: 24-hour emergency medical/ ambulance service, ambulance transportation, public safety & health education.
Summit Republicans
Summit Wrestling Club
6 Edgar Street Summit NJ 07901 Dorothy Burger 908-656-4618 doroburger@aol.com Organization Purpose: Promoting Community Involvement
Summit Schools Boosters Assn PO Box 674 Summit NJ 07902-0674 Aimee Messer/Ken Polcharski or current SBA co-presidents Co-Presidents shsboosters15@gmail.com summitboostersnj.org Organization Purpose: Support all Summit High School Athletics
Summit Seniors 100 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Gretchen Masterfano Coordinator 908-277-2932 gmasterfano@cityofsummit.org summitcommunityprograms. com/154/Senior-Club Organization Purpose: Recreational, Social and Educational Programs for Residents 55+
Summit Soccer Club Inc PO Box 1233 Summit NJ 07902-1233 John Campbell President Organization Purpose: Promote/support soccer teams
Summit Speech School 705 Central Ave., Ste 1 New Providence NJ 07974 Raymond Dorso Executive Director 908-508-0011 info@summitspeech.org summitspeech.org Organization Purpose: Auditory/Oral education of hearing impaired children: birth-3. Preschool. Mainstream support preK-HS
Summit Sr High School PTA 125 Kent Place Boulevard, Summit NJ 07901 Donna Miller & Alex Queripel Co-Presidents 908-273-1494 shspto@gmail.com summitshspto.com Organization Purpose: Communication & fundraising to benefit SHS Students
Summit Symphony 100 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Alane Gruber President 908-464-7215, 551-804-8114 summitsymphonynj@gmail.com summitsymphony.org Organization Purpose: Arena for non-professional musician/Provide free concerts for everyone.
Summit Taxpayers Association Khurram Dara President summitnjtaxpayers@gmail.com summittaxpayers.org Organization Purpose: Advocate for fiscal responsibility and lower taxes in New Jersey
Summit Tennis Association Daniel Bar 908 -273-5724 sta07901@gmail.com statennis.com Organization Purpose: All-volunteer group to promote the sport of tennis on the public courts Summit. Organizes events for adults and children all year such as tournaments, a singles league, group classes, indoor doubles in the winter, & the Summit middle school tennis program in the fall & spring.
www.suburbanchambers.org
100 Morris Ave./Dept. of Community Programs Summit NJ 07901 William Hedges 908-277-2932 summitwrestlingclub@gmail.com Organization Purpose: A comprehensive skill development & competition program for SUMMIT BOYS & GIRLS interested in the Olympic sport of Wrestling designed to broaden the opportunities available for wrestling in town.
Summit Youth Football, Flag & Tackle 100 Morris Ave./Dept. of Community Programs Summit NJ 07901 Kevin Fagan Director 908-277-2932 summityouthfootball@gmail.com Organization Purpose: We sponsor youth flag and tackle football programs for children entering K-8th grade.
Summit, City of
Union County Educational Services Commission
Union County Magnet High School 1776 Raritan Road Scotch Plains NJ 07076-2997 Jessica Koteen Student Services 908-880-8288x216 gfranklin@ucvts.tec.nj.us ucvts.tec.nj.us/domain/15 Organization Purpose: Alternative HS, emphasis on Science/Math/Tech.
197 Mountain Ave., Warren NJ 07059 Eileen Bender Alario Administrator 908-350-7383 administrator@wfafnj.org wfafnj.org Organization Purpose: The Wagner Farm Arboretum Foundation was established in 2004 as a non-profit organization and sits on land that was formerly the Wagner Dairy Farm. The arboretum consists of Community, Children's and Giving Gardens, and holds a yearly fundraising event, Brite Nites, each October to fund the gardens.
Union Village United Methodist Church 1130 Mountain Ave. Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Laura Steele Pastor 908-647-2120 office@umcsummit.org uvumc.org Organization Purpose: House of worship-Methodist
United Methodist Church of New Providence
Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church
1441 Springfield Ave., New Providence NJ 07974 Victor Franco Pastor 908-464-5535 npumc1441@verizon.net npumcnj.org
138-142 Broad St., Summit NJ 07901 Rev.Dr. Denison D. Harrield, Jr. Pastor 908-277-0574 WallaceChapel@aol.com Organization Purpose: Religion
Washington School PTO of Summit
17 Kent Place Blvd., Summit NJ 07901 Rev. Christina Lelache Lead Pastor 908-277-1700 office@umcsummit.org umcsummit.org Organization Purpose: Worship/Christian education/ service-community.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure, North Jersey Affiliate
507 Morris Ave. Summit NJ 07901 908-273-0817 washingtonmemo@yahoo.com ptoffice.mjssoftware.com/mywebsite/Washington_ School_PTO_NJ/Home
United Way of Greater Union County
4 Campus Drive Parsippany NJ 7054 Kaitlyn Wojtowicz Marketing & Development Manager 908-277-2904 cure@komennorthjersey.org komennorthjersey.org Organization Purpose: Education & Fund Raising Breast Cancer
WAVE, The 70 Maple Street Summit NJ 07901 Adam Gilbert Coordinator 908-273-0441 Organization Purpose: Contemporary worship
33 West Grand Street Elizabeth NJ 07202 James Horne Executive Director 908-353-7171 james.horne@uwguc.org uwguc.org Organization Purpose: Meet Human Service needs of our community.
Temple Sinai
Westminster Presbyterian Church
UR Church
208 Summit Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Audrey Napchen Executive Director 908-273-4921 office@templesinainj.org templesinainj.org Organization Purpose: A progressive reform congregation with 400 families
105 Diamond Hill Rd., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Carolyn Farnsworth Pastor 908-422-0459 cabloom224@gmail.com diamondhillumc.com Organization Purpose: We believe that Jesus is Lord and this belief makes us a community that leads us to bring hope and purpose to each person and family.
The Summit Foundation P.O. Box 867 Summit NJ 07902-0867 Julie Keenan President info@summitforever.org summitforever.org Organization Purpose: Grant making community foundation
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Towne Club, The
VFW Post 6259
34 Stockton Rd. Summit NJ 07901 Kathy Valente and Eileen Brabant Co-Presidents 908-277-0475 kathy_valente@yahoo.com Organization Purpose: Women's social club with a goal to raise money for Summit, New Providence and Berkeley Heights Rescue Squads.
PO Box 83 Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Frank Perlzak Commander 908-464-9893 njvfw.org/index.php/119-districts/district-5/745-vfwpost-6259 Organization Purpose: Fraternal, patriotic, historical and educational
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100 Morris Ave., Summit NJ 07901 David Guida TryCAN Coordinator 908-277-2932 summitcan@gmail.com summitcommunityprograms. com/156/TryCAN-Special-Needs Organization Purpose: A collaboration of communities in Union and Essex Counties providing programs for youth with special needs
49 Brahma Ave., PO Box 6871 Bridgewater NJ 08807 David Walker Executive Director 908-526-6605x301 DWalker@visionsandpathways.org visionsandpathways.org Organization Purpose: It is the mission of Visions and Pathways to provide abused, neglected and homeless youth with housing, a stable environment, and supportive services that guide them in becoming contributing members of society.
17 W 3rd Street New Providence NJ 07974 Nicholas Perillo Commander 908-464-1248 info@vfw.org vapp.com/serviceproviders/13643 Organization Purpose: Vet association
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120 Morris Ave Summit NJ 07901 Laura Elkstrand Artistic Director 908-514-9654 info@vividstage.org vividstage.org Organization Purpose: Vivid Stage is a professional ensemble of actors who build community with the audience by sharing life-affirming stories in an intimate environment.
Wagner Farm Arboretum
United Methodist Church of Summit
512 Springfield Ave., Summit NJ 07901 Rosemary Licatese City Clerk 908-273-6400 rlicatese@cityofsummit.org cityofsummit.org/260/ Common-Council Organization Purpose: Government
Vivid Stage
725 Mountain Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Rev. George Betz Pastor 908-464-9400 wpcadmin1@verizon.net wpcbh.org Organization Purpose: Religion
Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts 60 Locust Ave., Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Peter H. Gistelinck Executive Director 908-790-0700 info@whartonarts.org whartonarts.org Organization Purpose: The Performing Arts School, a program of the Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts, is committed to providing the highest quality in music education in a supportive environment to a wide range of students.
William Woodruff School PTA Briarwood Drive, West Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 908-464-1723 bhpsnj.org/Page/659
Women's Club of Berkeley Heights 112 Windsor Way Berkeley Heights NJ 07922 Phyllis McEnroe President 908-508-0440 wcberkeleyhgts@gmail.com wcbh.webs.com Organization Purpose: Education:national/world/social/ community affairs
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2023 Suburban Chamber of Commerce Listing In Alphabetical Order 908 Enterprises - Digital Marketing
(908) 516-0776
Don-Tre Professional Driving School, Inc
(973) 376-8118
MORTGAGES BY JIM JOSEPH
(718) 812-7798
Summit Frame & Art, Inc.
(908) 273-8665
Ace Pension Solutions, LLC
(908) 295-2692
Donna Donaldson Home
(908) 277-0400
My Gym Children's Fitness Center
(908) 665-2122
Summit Hearing Aid Center
(908) 277-6886
Adams Fine Clothing
(908) 665-0800
Door Boy LLC
(908) 464-1440
Natale's Summit Bakery
(908) 277-2074
Summit Junior Baseball & Softball
(917) 439-8819
Adobe
(408) 753-5826
Dr. Rosalind S. Dorlen, Clinical Psychologist (908) 522-1444
New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble
(908) 723-5622
Summit Oaks Hospital
(908) 277-9107
AFC Urgent Care Short Hills
(973) 671-5350
Dunkin' Donuts- Berkeley Heights
(908) 879-5878
New Providence Board of Education
(908) 464-9050
Summit Prep
(908) 277-0128
AIP Mobility Plus
(973) 607-3211
DUXIANA
(908) 522-8200
New Providence Chiropractic
(908) 665-1818
Summit Ski and Sport
(908) 277-4170
Allsure Insurance Brokerage
(917) 533-9564
Elefante Music & School For The Performing Arts (908) 464-5928
New Providence Dentistry
(908) 376-9297
Summit Soundz Entertainment LLC
(908) 265-2169
American Pension LLC
(908) 757-5151
Elements Massage
(908) 464-1860
New Providence Fuel
(908) 464-7277
Summit Sport and Spine LLC
(908) 263-7043
Americans for Fair Taxation
(908) 578-4975
Embassy Suites by Hilton Berkeley Heights
(908) 897-1970
NJ Sharing Network
(908) 516-5400
Summit Tech Partners LLC
(908) 739-3102
Ani Ramen House & MOCHINUT
(908) 679-8157
eMedical Urgent Care
(908) 464-6700
Noke and Heard, LLP, CPA's
(908) 277-4145
Summit Transcendental Meditation Program (908) 522-0820
Art Of The Arch & Aesthetics LLC
(973) 715-5152
Family Promise
(908) 273-1100
Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child
(908) 522-8118
Sunrise of Summit
(908) 673-1400
Bake Bakery
(908) 522-9270
Farmers Insurance- Hector Lugo Agency
(908) 527-1700
Office Evolution
(908) 280-1813
Sweets to Crave
(609) 630-0005
Barth's Market
(908) 464-8555
First Energy
(973) 401-8497
One Cerb
(848) 205-9658
TAP Into Local LLC
(908) 279-0303
Bassett Associates
(908) 277-1176
Five Star Painting of Summit
(908) 358-4782
Oratory School of Summit, NJ
(908) 273-1084
Taylor Law Group LLC
(908) 219-7771
Berkeley Cleaners
(908) 464-9859
Four Monkeys Bistro
(908) 483-2288
Our House Inc
(908) 464-8008
Terrana Orthodontics
(908) 838-9220
Berkeley Heights Board of Education
(908) 464-1718
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
(848) 482-7230
Overlook Medical Center
(908) 522-2000
The Adam M. Brown Law Group LLC
(908) 379-9731
Berkeley Heights YMCA
(908) 464-8373
Gabriele Fitness and Performance
(908) 464-4441
Passion for Spices
(908) 380-0644
The Arc of Union County
(973) 315-0000
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - Summit (908) 273-0400
Gearhart Law
(908) 273-0700
Payless Rugs
(866) 786-7123
The Broadway Diner
(908) 273-4353
BIG. (Believe, Inspire, Grow)
(908) 337-5402
General Plumbing Supply
(732) 752-2020
Peace of Mind Yoga
(908) 363-1825
The City of Summit
(908) 277-9400
Blow In Blow Out
(908) 273-4947
Goodman's Deli
(908) 898-0900
Peapack Private Wealth Management
(908) 598-1717
The Debary Inn
(908) 277-0005
body align physical therapy
(646) 328-2525
GRA Architect, Inc
(908) 464-0106
Peapack-Gladstone Bank
(908) 273-2890
The Dental Studio of Summit
(908) 273-1525
Borough of New Providence
(908) 665-1400
Graphic Imagery, Inc.
(908) 755-2882
Pearly Whites
(908) 464-6789
The Friends of the Summit Free Public Library (908) 337-5402
Bourne, Noll & Kenyon
(908) 277-2200
Haven Savings Bank- Berkeley Heights
(908) 790-0770
Peter Wallburg Studios
(908) 277-2078
The Grand Summit Hotel
Boxcar
(908) 485-7275
Haven Savings Bank- Summit
(908) 522-0090
Piattino
(908) 219-4801
The Hub Murray Hill by BW Premier Collection (908) 665-9200
Brandywine Living at Summit
(908) 522-8852
Home Again Design
(908) 464-8800
Play-PKL
(609) 200-0430
The Liberty Group
(908) 964-8390
BrightStar Care
(908) 322-8200
Home For Good Dog Rescue
(908) 598-8212
PNC Bank
(908) 522-3441
The Office Tavern Grill
(908) 522-0550
Bubbakoos Burritos
(908) 922-3375
Jaeger Lumber
(908) 686-0073
Primrose School of Berkeley Heights
(908) 286-0900
The Pipes of Christmas
(917) 584-4180
Care 1st Training Group
(908) 443-1277
Joseph Steiner
(908) 337-9536
Private Prep
(908) 577-2390
Thomas Chase LLC
(917) 549-6472
Christie's International Real Estate
(908) 516-4790
Junior League of Summit
(908) 273-7344
TLC Computer Services
(877) 926-8852
Christmas Decor of NJ
(908) 303-0081
(908) 273-8808
Total Home Cleaning
(908) 273-8774
Ciel Power LLC
(201) 632-3463
Keller Williams Realty Premier Properties- Summit
Prominent Properties Sothebys International Realty
(908) 273-2991
PuroClean Restoration Services
(908) 577-9120
Township of Berkeley Heights
(908) 464-2700
Citizens Bank - Berkeley Heights
(908) 464-0860
Keys 2 Success
(908) 883-0887
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
(908) 273-8787
Union County College
(908) 709-7501
Citizens Bank - Corporate Office
(973) 376-5100
Kitchen Expressions
(908) 273-4442
Regal Bank- Summit
(908) 275-9450
United Way of Greater Union County
(908) 353-7171
Citizens Bank - New Providence
(908) 286-1075
Kumon of Berkeley Heights
(908) 725-2857
Richard V. Carney Electrical Contractors, Inc. (908) 277-6961
VALLEY BANK
(973) 220-0546
Citizens Bank - Summit
(201) 286-4926
Lakeland Bank
(908) 522-6555
Robinwood Kitchens Inc.
Vibrance For Life
(973) 218-1199
Lantern Hill, an Erickson Living Community
(908) 516-9136
ROSEN KELLY CONWAY Architecture & Design (908) 273-6565
Linda's Creative Gifts
(908) 473-0982
SAGE Eldercare
(908) 273-5550
Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper (908) 273-1212
Schroth and Lorenson Jewelers
(908) 273-1676
Liss Copy and Print
(908) 277-3500
Skin Deep Salon and Spa
(908) 508-1800
Liss Medical Arts Pharmacy
(908) 522-0111
Liss Music Center
(908) 273-7171
Small Business Development Center at Kean University
(908) 737-4190
Lois Schneider Realtor
(908) 277-1398
Smith + Schwartzstein LLC
(973) 206-1725
Luminous MedSpa & Salon
(908) 464-8208
Smythe Volvo Inc.
(908) 273-4200
Lyons Veterinary Hospital
(973) 283-5515
Snapology Summit NJ
(646) 512-2196
M&T Bank - Summit
(908) 273-0122
Stony Hill Players
(888) 817-3013
Madison Reed Inc.
(908) 739-6511
Suburban Chambers of Commerce
(908) 522-1700
Summit Area YMCA
(908) 738-2170
Summit Board of Education
(908) 273-3025
Summit City Lifestyle
(704) 577-9060
Summit Dental Partners
(908) 499-8707
Summit Downtown, Inc.
(908) 277-6100
Classic Construction Service
(908) 273-5252
Clear Point Designs
(917) 797-7923
Club Z! Tutoring Services
(908) 460-1855
Coldwell Banker Realty
(908) 522-1800
Colonial Appliance
(908) 665-1212
Color Me Mine
(201) 966-4017
Comparion Insurance Agency
(908) 585-1372
Connection, The
(908) 273-4242
Cove Carpet One Floor & Home
(908) 273-0220
CP Travel Advisor - LetsGlobetrot.com
(908) 517-1107
CWI.Design - Creative Wallcoverings & Interiors, Ltd.
(908) 665-7997
Main Street Movers
(973) 732-3700
Davies Insurance Management
(973) 985-9275
Marco Polo Restaurant & Tavern
(908) 277-4492
Delicious Heights
(908) 464-3287
Mind Body Wellness Center
(908) 522-1861
Dempsey, Dempsey & Sheehan
(908) 277-0388
Minuteman Press
(908) 857-4644
Monk's Home Improvements
(973) 635-7900
Dolores Croneberger- Real Estate Referral Agent
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(908) 665-5900
(908) 273-3000
Virginia Jordan Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
(908) 273-9121
Vivid Stage
(908) 514-9654
Weichert Realtors- Summit
(908) 277-1200
Weichert Realtors- Joseph Eberle
(908) 868-4800
Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts
(908) 790-0700
Winberie's Restaurant and Bar
(908) 277-4224
Window Tailors
(908) 464-0644
Windows & Doors by the Men with Tools
(908) 224-7997
Woodward Properties, REALTORS
(908) 598-0155
YogaSix
(908) 315-3165
You Can Be Found
(732) 462-6019
Your Kid's Urgent Care
(908) 420-5091
Zadie's Nurturing Den
(908) 277-8584
ZenBusiness
(512) 765-4985
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ew Providence Historical Society Cemetery Tours of the New Providence Presbyterian Church will be offered again this fall.
The cemetery, near the corner of Passaic Street and Springfield Avenue, was founded in 1737 and is the final resting place of more than 2,000 local residents, including 59 veterans of the Revolutionary War. Upcoming tour dates include Saturday, Oct. 21, at 1 and 2 p.m., as part of the borough historical society’s participation in Union County’s Four Centuries weekend. In addition, there will be tours on Saturday, Nov. 11, which is Veterans Day. All tours are limited to 20 people. The tours will last approximately 45 minutes, and participants will learn about the history of the cemetery and cemetery folklore, and will visit the final resting places of the founding families of New Providence and Revolutionary War soldiers. To reserve a spot, send an e-mail to npcemeterytours@gmail.com with the number of people who will be attending. The group will meet in the church parking lot at 1307 Springfield Ave., and tours will be conducted by New Providence Historical Society member and trustee John Sponauer.
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Berkeley Heights Ghouls, goblins and their families are invited to take part in the annual Trunk or Treat hosted by PBA #144 on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Town Hall, 29 Park Ave. Families who wish to participate must decorate the trunks of their vehicles and leave treats for other participants.
New Providence Downtown merchants and businesses will host trick or treating on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 1 to 3 p.m. In addition, New Providence Business is sponsoring its annual Scarecrow Stroll through Nov. 1. The scarecrows are designed and decorated by borough residents, businesses, sports teams, clubs and families, and the themes run from wild and clever to funny and funky. Prizes are awarded in a variety of categories. The scarecrows are attached to poles and signs throughout downtown, providing an ideal opportunity to stroll and admire them up close. The New Providence Fire Department will host a fall open house on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 11 to 3, with truck tours, demonstrations and free food. On Sunday, Oct. 22, the borough will host Trunk or Treating in the New Providence Community Pool parking lot from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 29 is New Providence’s annual street fair, from 11 to 5, along Springfield Avenue from South Street to Livingston Avenue.
Summit Summit Downtown, Inc., will host trick or treating on Halloween, Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Participating stores and businesses will have official SDI-provided posters displayed in their windows, and will have staff waiting to hand out treats to costumed visitors. “Hocus Pocus 2” will be shown on Summit’s Village Green on Saturday, Oct. 21. A family dance party and bonfires begin at 6, with treats and cider for all, and the movie begins when it’s dark. In addition to the screening, the Summit Department of Community Programs will host the city’s annual Halloween Parade on Saturday, Oct. 28, with a rain date of Sunday, Oct. 29. Participants will line up at 2:45 at 25 DeForest Ave., parade through town and then judging, games and music will await them at the Village Green. The announcement of winners begins at 4:15, and the entertainment continues through 5 p.m.
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HICKORY TREE CELEBRATES WITH SONG AT UPCOMING CONCERT
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“Let’s Go To The Movies! A Celebration in Song” is the theme of an upcoming fundraising concert open to the community, and the performers promise they will make the magical music of the movies come alive on stage.
wo local residents have been appointed to positions in higher education Jordan Glatt, a former two-term mayor of Summit, will be the vice president of advancement and special assistant to the president at Centenary University in Hackettstown.
“As the new president of Centenary, I have assembled a talented team that is poised to bring this university to a new level of prominence,” said Dale Caldwell, Ed. D. “Jordan is a well-respected entrepreneur and public servant. His dynamic background in developing effective strategic initiatives will make a tremendous impact at Centenary as we shape the next era at this university.”
The Hickory Tree Chorus will perform songs from Disney, Broadway, holiday tunes and more, all sung in ringing fourpart harmony at their annual show. “Let’s Go To The Movies!” is on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m. at the Drew University Concert Hall, located in the Dorothy Young Center for the Arts, 36 Madison Ave., Madison.
Most recently, Mr. Glatt, himself a graduate of Drew University, served as special assistant to the president for strategic partnerships at Felician University, and was the longtime president and CEO of Magla Products, an international consumer products company that provided nationallybranded goods to retailers including Lowe’s and Target.
On the program are favorites including “What I Did for Love,” “Weekend in New
Berkeley College, with campuses in New York City, Newark, Woodbridge and Woodland Park, has named Patricia Bennett Greer, JD, as provost. Ms. Greer joined Berkeley’s faculty in 1997 and was promoted to chair of Paralegal Studies in 2000. Since that time, she has also served as dean and campus operating officer of Berkeley College Online and assessment coordinator in the School of Professional Studies. Formerly of Summit, Ms. Greer is a Berkeley Heights resident.
England,” “Seasons of Love,” “Beauty and the Beast” and “On the Road Again.” The Maplewood Glee Club and the Steppin’ Out Quartet will be featured guests. Tickets are $25, available at hickorytreechorus.org/tickets or by emailing tickets@hickorytreechorus. org. This is the group’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and all are invited to support local singing while enjoying a musical journey. The Hickory Tree Chorus, an awardwinning chapter of Sweet Adelines International, performs fun-filled popular music, barbershop style. Founded in 1968 in Chatham Township, the group currently rehearses in Stirling. For details, visit hickorytreechorus.org.
Of her colleague, Berkeley’s president, Diane Recinos, Ed.D., said, “Her proven record of achievement and engagement in higher education has allowed her to gain the respect of students, faculty, staff and alumni, and makes her an outstanding fit for this role.” Ms. Greer is a graduate of Colgate University, the University of Rochester and the St. John’s University School of Law. In addition to her academic experience, she has worked at law firms as a legal assistant, clerk and associate. She has been a member of the Business Council of the Newark Museum of Art since 2019.
WENDY GRAEB ANNOUNCES HER RETIREMENT FROM CONNECTION Wendy Graeb, executive director in Summit at The Connection, will retire at the end of the year. Ms. Graeb is credited by her colleagues with keeping The Connection in a position of strength during times of both exciting opportunities -- championing the staff to increase and expand programs and services -- and incredible challenges -- leading the organization safely through the pandemic. “Wendy has been an ideal executive director for our organization during these past eight years,” said Julie Lanzone, current board chair at The Connection. “We are thrilled her tenure also included the successful celebration of The Connection’s Centennial before she takes this welldeserved retirement to spend more time with her family.” This announcement follows the recent news that The Connection achieved Volume 40
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the Reeves Foundation’s “Challenge Grant” as part of its Centennial Campaign, raising more than $600,000 for capital improvements to the facility’s public spaces and outdoor play areas. Ms. Graeb and the trustees will continue to work to accomplish the campaign’s additional funding priorities of building the organization’s endowment and strengthening its scholarship fund. Ms. Graeb came to The Connection with more than 25 years’ experience in non-profit management. In addition to her professional experience consulting with non-profits through the country, Ms. Graeb served as a volunteer board member and chairperson of numerous nonprofits in Summit. In 2020, she was recognized by the New Jersey Business & Industry Association as Nonprofit Executive Director of the Year for her work at The Connection. In announcing her retirement, Ms. Graeb said, “The decision was exceedingly difficult, but we have an outstanding staff and are stronger than ever post-pandemic. I know The Connection has an exciting future ahead of it, so this is the right time for me to step down.” www.suburbanchambers.org
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he leaves are changing, there’s a crispness in the Arboretum is located at 165 Hobart Ave. air and fun festivals await at the Reeves-Reed Questions? E-mail d.schindler@reevesreedarboretum.org or call 908-273-8787, Arboretum. The non-profit public garden in Summit will kick off the season with Celebrate Fall on Sunday, Oct. 15, from 11 to 3. This family-friendly fair will feature fall-themed games, crafts and activities for the kids, photo opportunities throughout the beautiful gardens and woodlands, a spooky Halloween trail, pumpkins, music, an art exhibit, market vendors, festive food and guest goats. A week later, the arboretum will transform into a biergarten on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 2 to 6 for Oktobertest. This 21 and older seasonal fete is a signature fundraiser for the arboretum and will serve up bottomless premium ales, Bavarian-style bratwurst, pretzels and German side dishes. The afternoon's festivities will be complete with live music by oom-pah band Doppelgänger and lawn games. Break out your lederhosen or dirndl, as Oktoberfest attire is encouraged. Advance registration for both events is recommended, as attendance is limited. For details about these and other upcoming programs at the arboretum, visit
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Event sponsors include: for Celebrate Fall, Title Sponsor - Lees Peck Group/ Prominent Properties/Sotheby’s International Realty; Gold Sponsors - Infantini Landscaping and Douglas Volkswagen of Summit; Silver Sponsor – Java’s Compost; Bronze Sponsor – The Farm at Green Village; and for Oktobertest, Peerless Beverage Company and Barth’s Market. Celebrating more than 40 years as a non-profit historic public garden and education resource, the Reeves-Reed Arboretum engages, educates and enriches the public through horticulture and environmental education, and the care and utilization of the gardens and estate. Open seven days a week, the arboretum is listed on both the National and New Jersey State Historic Registers.
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• She served as the president of the PTO at both Lincoln-Hubbard and Summit High, fostering a strong connection between schools and families. We were saddened to learn former Mayor and Common Council President Ellen Dickson passed away on Sept. 24. Ellen's commitment to Summit was deep. She and her husband Chip made the city their home for more than two decades, watching their three children flourish and graduate from Summit Public Schools. Ellen was a beacon of community enhancement, deeply understanding that the essence of a thriving community is embedded in the spirit of giving. Her guidance and steadfast support nurtured and molded many future leaders of Summit. For those of you who did not know her, Ellen was a dedicated public servant who devoted two terms to Summit's Common Council, followed by election as Summit's mayor in November 2011. In these roles, she conveyed an extraordinary ability to lead with determination and creativity, infusing a sense of optimism and camaraderie into city governance. Her leadership was characterized by a genuine appreciation for the hard work and dedication of city employees. She completed her term as mayor in 2015. During her 20 years in Summit, Ellen's worked diligently for the benefit of our community:
Happy Fall to everyone, though weather-wise it seems we have had a comeback of summer in early October, which is welcomed after the record-breaking amount of rain received in September in our area. Along with the warm sunshine, it has been really nice to connect with everyone again while falling back into a routine attending events and committee meetings.
• Ellen was an active member of the Board of School Estimate, where her insights and dedication helped shape the future of education in our city. • Her contributions extended to the Zoning Board, where she lent her expertise for five years, ensuring responsible development in Summit.
The Economic Development Committee (EDC) met to rededicate itself to its mission, post pandemic. We will continue to make this a priority for 2023. One of the programs that we are getting involved in is the #UCLOVESSMALLBIZ. The county has developed a website with links to local businesses and is offering promotional materials from Small Business Saturday until the holiday shopping season. I have asked Jeanne and the DBC to help out the EDC to take advantage of this great new initiative. We are also hoping to have a guest speaker at our next EDC meeting. I made a request for the NJ Economic Development Authority Intergovernmental Affairs director, Medinah Mohammad, to speak at our next meeting. We are still requesting a representative from Nokia to serve on the EDC Committee.
• In 2009, she served as Council President, showcasing her ability to lead and collaborate effectively. • She helped lead the effort to fund the Summit Free Market building project, fortifying the city's commitment to sustainability. Ellen’s dedication earned her the Boy Scouts of America Good Scout Award in 2011 and the Summit Business and Professional Women’s Woman of the Year designation for her unwavering support of women in business. Her legacy is one of kindness, generosity and mentorship in the community she loved dearly. Thank you, Ellen, for your service and support. Rest in peace.
The township will continue to find new ways to support our local businesses! Angie D. Devanney Mayor Berkeley Heights
Nora G. Radest Mayor Summit
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O’SULLIVAN JOINS CONCORD SINGERS IN NEW POST The Concord Singers, a local women’s community chorus, has hired Sally O’Sullivan for the newly-created post of assistant conductor. Ms. O’Sullivan will collaborate with artistic director Matthew Zabiegala and accompanist Robert Long. She will conduct a few pieces per concert, lead sectional rehearsals and assist in rehearsals and program planning. All are invited to take part in “Murder Mystery in the Library,” a fundraiser for the New Providence Memorial Library on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are available via Paypal on the library’s homepage, newprovidencelibrary.org (click the “Get Your Tickets” button), or with checks made out to the Friends of the NPML. Checks may be mailed to the library at 377 Elkwood Ave., or may be dropped off in person. Include a note that payment is for the event and provide preferred – phone or email – contact details. Guests must be 21 and older, and tickets are $150 per person. Guests are encouraged to arrive “dressed to kill,” and will enjoy wine, appetizers and dessert with fellow sleuths and suspects in this immersive event. A door prize and silent auction will round out the evening. Proceeds will support the library's strategic plan goals, which include building updates and expanded programming. This
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Additionally, she will provide hands-on experience to young and emerging artists and will integrate active mentoring by the artistic director.
presented by Without a Cue Productions, and event sponsors, supporters and silent auction basket donors include The Prestige Diner, NP Fuel, Provident Bank, RichlandKnowles Insurance, Lantern Hill, Karen Canniffe and Denise Torsiello of Berkshire Hathaway, M&M Liquors, Joe Murphy's Bakehouse, UPS, Anywhere Real Estate, Positive Image and Lavender & Sage.
Ms. O’Sullivan comes to the Concord Singers with a background that includes singing, musical direction and conducting. She graduated from Skidmore College with a B.A. in Music and went on to earn an M.A.T. in Music Education from Montclair State University. While at Skidmore, she acted as the assistant chorus director and also conducted an a cappella group. Since then, Ms. O'Sullivan has musically-directed several school productions, conducted off-stage for Light Opera of New Jersey and served as assistant musical director for the Ridgewood Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company. During the COVID-19 quarantine, she founded the Quixote Chorale, an ensemble dedicated to performing music by historically underrepresented composers, and conducted its premier concert in 2021. Currently, she teaches high school music at the Essex Valley School in West Caldwell.
The Friends is a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is to raise awareness and funds, as well as advocate, for the New Providence Memorial Library. The Friends organize free concerts, support the library's Museum Pass program, purchase movie licenses and fund special events and programming for all ages.
Concord Singers, which holds rehearsals on Monday evenings at Calvary Church in Summit, has expressed excitement for the opportunity to help launch a woman conductor, as women are underrepresented in the conducting world. The action fits into Concord’s tradition of lifting up-andcoming artists, including performing and promoting new composers.
The Friends curate the revolving art spaces in the library, and encourage area artists and crafters to inquire about exhibiting their work at npmlcurator@gmail.com, or fill out an online application form. To learn about joining or supporting the Friends, visit newprovidencelibrary. org/About/Friends.
Concord Singers is a non-auditioned women’s community chorus offering a friendly musical home to professionals and novices alike. New members are always welcome and there is no audition process. All that’s required is the ability to sing and learn music. For information, visit concordsingers.org.
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There are still tickets available for the annual Service Awards Dinner hosted by the Suburban Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Oct. 19, at Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit. A 6 p.m. reception will be followed by dinner at 7. For ticket information, or to sponsor space in the evening’s ad journal, contact chamber director Karen Hadley at 908522-1700 or khadley@suburbanchambers.org. The highlight will be the presentation of awards to individuals and organizations nominated because they meet criteria in each category. The 2023 President’s Award will go to Joe Steiner of Summit, who has served the chamber since 1977 and currently holds the title of president emeritus. The Public Service Award will be presented to Katie Darcy, a founding member of Summit FLAG (Frontline Appreciation Group), which provided meals and more during the height of the Covid epidemic. Awarded Organization of the Year will be the Summit Elks. Among its outreach efforts are sponsorship of children at summer camp, an annual Thanksgiving dinner at the Lyons VA Center and a coat drive for homeless veterans.
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The Good Neighbor Award will be bestowed upon Joe Savino, president of Adams Fine Clothing and Tuxedo in New Providence, which provides tuxedos for Governor Livingston High School’s prom fashion show. In addition to the role he plays as a leader in the borough’s business community, Mr. Savino is an EMT, long-time member and current treasurer of the Berkeley Heights Volunteer Rescue Squad. The Silver Service Award is going to Summit resident Robert Rubino of the Rubino OB/GYN Group. Dr. Rubino has served on Summit’s Common Council and Board of Health, has coached baseball, served on the board of the Red Cross and founded the Tomorrow’s MD program at Summit High School. The Business of the Year Award winner this year is Linda’s Creative Gifts in New Providence, owned by Berkeley Heights resident Linda Tribuna. The person who nominated the store wrote, “Linda Tribuna supports differently-abled artists and…hired Alec Gavenda to work for her, putting together baskets and making cards to go along with them. She has also supported autism initiatives in the community.”
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