BRIAN DAVID RADBILL, MD, MBA, FACP, a board-certified nephrologist and clinical executive, has become chief medical officer (CMO) at Overlook Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System. As CMO at Overlook, Dr. Radbill is responsible for the clinical leadership of Overlook’s medical staff, which is comprised of 1,728 physicians.
Dr. Radbill came to Overlook from the Mount Sinai Health System. He most recently served as CMO and senior vice president, medical affairs, at Mount Sinai Morningside, a 495-bed hospital in Manhattan.
“We are excited to have a leader of Dr. Radbill’s caliber join us to lead our amazing physicians who drive the exceptional care and innovation that are the hallmarks of Overlook Medical Center,” said Stephanie Schwartz, president of Overlook.
Dr. Radbill will provide expertise in support of improving clinical quality and safety at Overlook and will serve as an advocate for physicians and medical staff and a liaison working to create long-term relationships and collaborations among Overlook’s physicians and team members and Atlantic Health leadership.
Dr. Radbill joins Overlook in the midst of a multi-phase transformation plan that will see the majority of the hospital enhanced. The “Overlook Ahead” plan has already seen the creation of the Hersh Children’s Center, a new entrance to the emergency department and the creation of the EmPATH behavioral health unit.
“Overlook is a truly remarkable place that stands out within the healthcare landscape,” Dr. Radbill said. “I’m extremely proud to join it at such a transformational period, and excited to guide our doctors’ contribution to Overlook’s next chapter.”
As CMO for Mount Sinai Morningside, he served as the incident commander for the hospital’s Incident Management Team when the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020 and coordinated the hospital’s local response through successive waves of the pandemic.
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: Paul Kieltyka, Summit Area YMCA
SECRETARY: Joseph Steiner, President Emeritus
DIRECTORS: Kelly Bonventre, NJ Sharing Network
Adam Brown Esq., The Adam M. Brown Law Group LLC
May Abraham Fridel, Passion for Spices
John M. Inguagiato Esq., Dempsey, Dempsey & Sheehan
Roger Mehner Esq., Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper
Kerry Mowry, Overlook Medical Center
David Maskello, Winberie's Restaurant and Bar
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Summit Downtown, Inc., has planned a week-long (April 19-26) celebration of the city’s selection of home design businesses. The event is intended to highlight and share the stores and service businesses in the Summit Design District (SDD).
Visitors can expect to discover home decor, furniture, painting and lighting solutions and interior design innovations, among other offerings.
Visitors can follow @summitdesigndistrict and @summitdowntown on social media, where each day a selection of stores and businesses will be featured. Throughout the week, participating businesses will be showcasing their work and hosting in-store events.
Kick-off day is Friday, April 19, with events at participating businesses and performances from Summit Street Sounds musicians from 2 to 5 p.m. Please visit summitdowntown.org for more details.
ParticipatingbusinessesonApril19
Maison 53 - 340 Springfield AveLaunching Muddy Paws Pottery exclusive line of handmade ceramics. Maker Laura Hanley is a Summit resident and will be in the shop between 2-5pm. There will be live music and refreshments to kick off the launch!
Calico – 115 Summit Ave - Sip and shop event with refreshments from 12-5pm, $100 raffle and gifts with purchase on a first come basis
Donna Donaldson Home – 384 Springfield Ave – Stop in to enter a raffle for a custom monogrammed blanket, 20% off all in-store upholstery all week
My Love Story – 31 Maple St – Drinks and nibbles plus 10% off the featured artist of the week
Loblolly Curated Home and Gift – 42 Maple St – Stop in to enjoy daily savings and events throughout the store including 10% off all merchandise from 4/19-4/21 to kickoff Design Week. They are also very excited to host and highlight three very talented local artists in the store! Anne Taggart 4/19 5-8pm; Dana Hunter 4/20 12-4pm; Drew Topor 4/26 5-8pm. Refreshments will be served! Open until 8pm on 4/19 and 4/26 Follow them on Instagram for more info on exciting specials in store! @Loblolly_homeandgif
Duxiana – 354 Springfield Ave –
Special presentations of luxury linens with supreme bed linen design house, Christian Fischbacher from Switzerland, other presentations throughout the week, specials offers and an instore special gift while supplies last
Kanibal & Co – 27 Maple St – On Friday, 4/19 Kanibal & Co. will kick-off Summit Design Week with two new installations: a gallery show featuring artist Chelsea Leifken from 4-7pm (refreshments will be served) and a vintage home décor pop-up shop. Both installations will be available to shop until 4/29
Pereaux Interior Design – 20 Beechwood Rd – 30% off entire store as well as 50% off red tag items.
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Kanibal & Co – 27 Maple St - Sunday, April 21 Natural Dye workshop where participants will take home 4 custom dyed napkins for their Spring/Summer table. Preregister https:// www. shopkanibal.com/pages/classes-events
Maison 53 – 340 Springfield AveSip and Snip with renowned Floral Artist TJ McGrath of TJ McGrath Design. TJ will guide each participant and create their own stunning arrangement. Vase and all flowers are included in the cost. Space is limited. Sign up at maison53.com
Bedrosian Rugs – 503 Springfield Ave – 30-60% off last year’s inventory
Visual Comfort & Co – 410 Springfield Ave – Happy Hour on Tuesday, April 23 from 4-6pm featuring drinks, snacks and giveaways
RAM Gallery – 84 Summit Ave –Saturday, April 20 from 12-2pm Meet the artist, Jenny Reinhardt. Jenny will be in the gallery sketching and discussing her work. Complimentary mimosas and small bites will be served. Sunday, April 21st 10-2pm complimentary mimosas and small bites.
West Elm – 343 Springfield Ave
– Polycarp flower workshop at West Elm on Thursday, April 25, 6-8pm, register at www.polycarpflowers.com/workshops-events
Cove Carpet One Floor & Home –335 Springfield Ave – 10% off custom made to order area rugs, discounts only on cost of material, pad and delivery excluded
A. Home – 11 Beechwood Rd - 15% off bedding and bath and 25% off Dash & Albert Rugs
Brownie Points Bakery – 3 Beechwood Rd - Repurpose, Reuse, Reimagine, a selection of their in store props. Many have asked, so they are selling off some of their window and in store display pieces… to make room for new ones!
Most events are during regular store hoursorisnoted,pleasedoublecheck with each location
The UCNJ Union College of Union County Board of Governors has sworn in five new members, including Jim Della Sala of Summit. At a joint meeting of the College’s Board of Trustees and Board of Governors, Board of Trustees Chair Victor M. Richel, a long-time Berkeley Heights resident, welcomed the new members and initiated the swearing in.
Mr. Della Sala, head of Strategy & Business for Wilmington Trust, is also a member of the college’s Foundation Board and serves as its treasurer. He has more than 35 years of banking experience, and earned a degree in Business Information Systems from California State University – Los Angeles. Mr. Della
Sala will serve on the college board’s Audit and Budget & Finance committees.
“Jim’s vast financial and banking expertise is a welcome addition to the board. As a community college graduate himself, Jim can relate to the experience of UCNJ students, which is also extremely valuable,” said Mr. Richel.
UCNJ is a public, comprehensive community college that provides quality, affordable, accessible educational programs to the greater Union County region. It is the first of New Jersey’s 18 two-year colleges, serving both career-minded and transferoriented students since 1933. In addition, the college offers a variety of academic and extracurricular activities.
UCNJ also provides experiential learning opportunities that include access to a Bloomberg Business Center, Innovation Center and Student Research hub. To learn more, visit ucc.edu.
Township residents aged 18 or older who are library cardholders in good standing are now able to borrow Museum Passes from the Berkeley Heights Public Library.
Available to be checked out for three days, the passes are free of charge and may be reserved in advance via the library’s website (bhplnj.org) through the Museum Key platform.
There are currently nine museum passes available:
The Guggenheim Museum in New York City
The Intrepid Museum in New York City
The Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
The American Museum of Natural History in New York City
The Montclair Art Museum
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan
The Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia
The Museum of Modern Art in New York City
The Yogi Berra Learning Center and Museum on the campus of Montclair State University
Museum passes are not renewable, and must be picked up at the Circulation Desk with the card used to reserve that pass.
Patrons are responsible for fees or charges not included with the passes, such as parking or special exhibit admission fees.
Passes must be returned to the Berkeley Heights Public Library Circulation Desk prior to closing on the due date, and cannot be returned in the book drop.
Bridges Outreach, Inc., a Summitbased non-profit provider of homeless services in Northern New Jersey, housed 209 individuals in 2023 through its expanded rapid rehousing and permanent supportive housing programs, an increase of 175%.
Bridges also prevented 283 people from experiencing homelessness through significant increases in its homelessness prevention programs. Included in these figures were 51 children.
“We are committed to the goal of making experiences of homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring in our region,” said the president of Bridges, Richard Uniacke. “Our teams had more than 12,000 engagements with people seeking services last year, both on the streets and in office settings. While we’re certainly proud of these outcomes, there is so much work to be done. Everyone deserves an affordable place to call home.”
Bridges’ Housing First approach, Mr. Uniacke noted, has been central to its increased impact. The organization provides permanent housing and
support services to chronically homeless people without barriers or conditions. Nation-wide studies show Housing First yields more than 80% housing retention after two years.
“While the total number of people engaging with the homeless services and prevention ecosystem has been on the rise in New Jersey, in Newark, where we have historically focused so much of our efforts, the city saw a remarkable decline of 57.6% in unsheltered homelessness,” Mr. Uniacke said.
“Eviction is now the number two cause of homelessness in New Jersey. More action is required so our neighbors can achieve housing stability. We call on the community to support proven interventions.”
The mission of Bridges, with locations in Union and Essex counties, is to end homelessness through volunteerdriven outreach and individual case management focusing on health, housing and independence. Bridges works with clients to obtain and maintain permanent housing through its Project Connect program in Newark and Summit. Learn more at bridgesoutreach.org.
The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey in Summit has on display exhibitions that celebrate the Newark-based arts organization Gallery Aferro, which recently closed after 20 years. A Last Look reception, open to the public, will be held on Sunday, May 19. For details, visit artcenternj.org.
Through May 24, the VACNJ’s Main Gallery features “Gallery Aferro: Dignity and Beauty,” with works by Katrina Bello, Anjali Benjamin-Webb, Ruth Borgenicht, Amy Faris, Krystle Lemonias, kara lynch, Bud McNichol, Lisette Morel and Steve Rossi. The art addresses themes of family, loss, memory and place.
Concurrently, the Mitzi and Warren Eisenberg Gallery will feature video and performance ephemera in the exhibition “Le’Andra LeSeur and Anna Parisi: Bearing Witness.”
The Marité & Joe Robinson Strolling Gallery I will highlight
a selection of digital collages in “Kay Reese: 50 Million African Trees,” inspired by the struggle and achievements of Kenyan activist and Nobel prize winner Wangarĩ Maathai, the first Black African woman to win the Nobel Prize for the Environment. Featuring fractured imagery and contrasting colors, these works celebrate Ms. Maathai’s planting of 50 million trees and her fight for Kenyan women’s rights.
The Stair-gazing Gallery showcases work by Hidemi Takagi, a photographer, visual artist and social practitioner who documents diverse community members in her BedfordStuyvesant neighborhood. By interviewing her subjects and encouraging them to wear attire that reflects their cultural backgrounds, the artist investigates the public and private sides of racial identity.
When BHHS Fox & Roach, Realtors in downtown Summit hosted the Suburban Chamber of Commerce’s Wine Down Wednesday in March, in lieu of an entrance fee, attendees were asked to donate to the Union County Commissioners and The 102D Cavalry Family Readiness Group’s “Female Active Duty Personal Care Collection” in celebration of Women’s History Month. Light treats and informal networking provided a mid-week break for chamber members and their guests, and items collected included lip balm, sunscreen, hand lotion, stress balls, flavored tea, chewing gum, cozy socks, throat lozenges and card games. Many thanks to Karen Howells, her staff and our generous guests!
The Summit Luminary Fund began 42 years ago in a handful of neighborhoods and has grown into an effort that raised more than $136,000 for local groups last year – and featured the city aglow with 40,000 candles lining its streets on Dec. 24.
The event's success was due to the work of more than 200 street captains; area leaders John Blomfield, Laura Crescenzi, Renee Frank, Irene Loschert, Victoria Carrigan, Lisa Curran, Pam Kuhn and Judith Walsh; president Francie Cho; and the efforts of Barbara and Gina Romano, president emeritus and treasurer emeritus, respectively.
Having partnered during the infancy of the Summit Luminary Fund, Lois Schneider Realtor has been chief underwriter of the event, contributing $10,000 last year. “We are proud to work with the Summit Luminary Fund and the non-profit beneficiaries that contribute so much to our town,” said Karen Schneider, president of Lois Schneider Realtor.
For details, or to become a street captain or volunteer in any way, contact summitluminaryfundfranciecho@ gmail.com.
Presented earlier this year with the proceeds from 2023’s luminary effort were Bridges Outreach (Project Connect - Summit), Christ Child Society of Summit (ABC Area Baby Center for Diaper Distribution, Layette Program, Toddler and Children’s Clothing and the School Supply & Back Pack Program), Family Promise of Union County, GRACE, SAGE Eldercare (Spend-A-Day), Summit Helping Its People, Summit Senior Connections, the Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad, The Valerie Fund Children's Center at Overlook Medical Center, the Summit Interfaith Council (Summit Warm Hearts) and the Santa Claus Shop.
The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the county Department of Parks & Recreation are looking for volunteers aged 18 and older to bolster the ranks of its Adopt-A-Trail Program. Each Trail Steward adopts a section of trail in the Watchung Reservation or in any other Union County park.
“Walking or hiking on trails in the Union County Park System has been the most popular activity in our parks since they were built more than 100 years ago,” said Commissioner Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. “Changes in lifestyle since the pandemic have resulted in a dramatic increase in trail use and trail users of every kind – including hikers, joggers, dog walkers and nature enthusiasts – visit
our parks by the thousands every day. Though our park and trail maintenance staffs work hard to keep trails and paths in good condition, it is an overwhelming task. The Watchung Reservation alone has more than 60 miles of trails.”
Stewards walk their adopted trails at least four times each year, picking up litter and fallen branches, clearing leaves from storm culverts and cutting back vegetation. They report larger problems, such as erosion or downed trees, to be dealt with by county staff or the volunteer Chain Saw Crew.
For details, contact the Division of Park Environmental Services at 908-789-3683 or email park. env.services@ucnj.org.
The New Jersey Photography Forum has on display “Wonderful World of Color” as part of Art at Overlook. The exhibit runs through May 5 at Overlook Medical Center, 99 Beauvoir Ave., Summit, open for viewing on the fifth floor during normal visiting and business hours.
“Color can help us understand our physical environment and affect emotions and behaviors,” said The Forum’s director, Nancy Ori. “It can bring calm and joy, comfort and cheer, or evoke tension and feelings of mystery and hope. New Jersey Photo Forum photographers have used their personal vision of color to convey its influence to affect mood and perception.”
Artists participating include Deszo Bodis, Newark; Rob Creteau, Piscataway; Ken Curtis, Lebanon; Ralph Greene, Woodland Park; Theresa Hood, Hamilton Township, Pa.; John Markanich, West Milford; Charlann Meluso, Berkeley Heights; Charles Miller, Ringoes; Jeff Newman, Flemington; Nancy Ori, Berkeley Heights; Phyllis Raffelson,
Cliffside Park; Lynn Ronan, Midland Park; Skip Williams, Westfield; and Allan Wood, Maplewood.
Art at Overlook, relaunched in 2021, highlights the work of local artists. Exhibits rotate every three months. All of the art displayed will be available for sale, with 20 percent of the proceeds benefiting the Overlook Auxiliary.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, The New Jersey Photography Forum is dedicated to furthering the interests of professional and serious photographers living or working in the area. Monthly meetings are held at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey in Summit or on Zoom, and provide an opportunity for photographers to share their work for critique by others.
This exhibit is sponsored by the Overlook Auxiliary, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports Overlook Medical Center with volunteering and fundraising efforts. Founded in 1916, the Auxiliary has more than 200 active members.
In Summit, elected officials have answered a call for increased community engagement with citizens. I am thrilled to share with you some initiatives that not only aim to enrich our city but also to foster a deeper sense of belonging and participation among us all.
Like other neighboring municipalities, Summit is on a pivotal journey to reinforce the safety net that protects our community. Through increased patrols, use of technology, resident education and the most recent public forum on April 9, we are collectively addressing pressing safety concerns. The insights and suggestions gathered from our dedicated residents have been instrumental in shaping our approach to creating a safer environment for everyone.
Similarly, at an open house on April 7, we shared information and answered questions about the series of recreation programs, events and initiatives for all age groups and interests that are hosted year-round by the Department of Community Programs. Your enthusiastic participation and feedback have been invaluable in enhancing our city's recreational offerings and decisions about future projects.
Understanding the importance of ongoing dialogue and participation, we are in the process of establishing a comprehensive platform for continuous engagement. This platform will soon be launched with a citywide survey, inviting your thoughts, concerns and aspirations for our city. Your feedback will be a cornerstone in shaping our future initiatives and policies.
I am also pleased to see a steady increase in attendance at our Common Council meetings over the past year, a clear indication of our community's dedication to transparency, accountability and collective decision-making. Your involvement is crucial in guiding our city towards a future that reflects our shared values and goals.
As we continue to navigate the path of community development, your voice remains the most significant driver of our progress. Whether it's through attending council meetings, participating in surveys or engaging in our initiatives, your involvement is essential to our success.
Mayor Elizabeth Fagan Summit
As the days get longer and warmer, join me for the #MayorsWellnessCampain and get walking with the Mayor! Berkeley Heights is moving up in the "healthy town" rankings and has been designated as a 2024 "Healthy Town to Watch." We are also excited to announce that the township will be hosting World Tai Chi and Qigong Day on Saturday, April 27. All are welcome to practice Tai Chi and Qigong exercises led by Charles Pratt, a student of Tai Chi Chuan.
Berkeley Heights is Film Ready. We have completed the state’s five-step program that focuses on educating municipalities about the basics of motion picture productions and setting standards for attracting filmmaking. As a film-ready destination, our township will benefit from the many resources that will bring visitors to town. The Film Ready designation was completed in cooperation with the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission.
The Township Calendar of Community Events and meetings can be found on the home page of our township website. Please visit and mark your calendars with all of the wonderful events we have coming up this spring.
I welcome feedback and ideas for improving our town. Please email me at adevanney@bhtwp.com.
See you around town!
Mayor Angie Devanney Berkeley Heights
Welcome, Spring! We look forward to all our wonderful community has to offer, including the annual Fishing Derby, Green Day and our annual Memorial Day Parade. Please be sure to check out our new playground equipment at Lions Park, too.
Many projects are in full swing throughout New Providence, including utility companies continuing to upgrade our infrastructure, and many roads are scheduled to be repaved. Please be patient while this important work progresses and expect periodic road closures. Everything is posted on our borough website at newprov.us. Please be sure to sign up for alerts.
The New Providence Police Traffic Division's borough-wide Traffic and Safety Plan enhances safety, accessibility and mobility around New Providence. The plan is available on the website. With the good weather, and more outdoor activities, please be especially mindful while driving, cycling and walking throughout the borough. Safety is our first and most important priority. Take your time, strictly observe speed limits and always drive with care! Do not speed through New Providence.
The New Providence Municipal Alliance will be conducting "Every 15 Minutes," a program devoted to educating high school students about the dangers of drug and alcohol use while driving. The Municipal Alliance is also focusing on mental health wellness for our community. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We will be painting the borough green in support and to increase awareness. We cannot more strongly stress the importance of shopping locally and supporting our wonderful and generous small businesses who continually support us. Our business community is the backbone of our borough.
Please SHOP NEW PROVIDENCE!
Wishing you a very happy and healthy spring ahead!
Mayor Al Morgan New Providence
The New Providence Recreation Department invites borough pickleball players to enjoy games on the four courts at 1378 Springfield Ave., adjacent to the Community Pool.
Courts are open daily at 7 a.m., and from April 1 to June 30, are lit from dusk until 9 p.m. (Monday - Thursday) and until 10 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). Borough officials note that NP Recreation lessons/camps, NP High School practices/matches and town leagues have priority at courts, and that parking is allowed in the pool lot only.
Court reservations may be made by New Providence residents only, and no additional permit or membership fee is needed. Each court reservation costs $5, and no refunds will be given for cancelled or missed sessions. Reservations are made through the CommunityPass online registration system. Each Monday, court reservations for that upcoming week will be available, and only one reservation per family may be made for each calendar day. Reservations will be honored for five minutes past the hour.
To avoid conflicts, players must bring their e-mailed reservation receipt to the courts. To reserve a court, access CommunityPass from newprov.us/ recreation. Once logged in, click “View Programs and Register” next to NP Rec, and then choose 2024 Pickleball Reservations.
Spring Pickleball court reservations are available through June 30:
Mondays – Thursdays: 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 7 p.m.
Fridays: 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m.
Saturdays: 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m.
Sundays: 10:30 a.m.; 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Berkeley Heights is inviting residents to take part in World Tai Chi & Qigong Day on Saturday, April 27, a global event in hundreds of cities worldwide. The township gathering will take place in the Town Hall parking lot at 10 a.m.
In preparation, expert Charles Pratt is offering sessions that will offer understanding of the practice. The movements and postures of the exercises will be reviewed at each. Remaining sessions will take place in the Town Hall parking lot on Thursdays, April 18 and 25, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Attendees are asked to dress in comfortable, loose clothing and bring a water bottle. In case of rain, sessions will take place in Town Hall.
All ages practice Tai Chi and Qigong, which are both mind and body exercises. In ancient Chinese medicine, philosophy and martial arts, the practices include coordinated body postures, movements, breathing and meditation and are a way to cultivate and balance life energy so that it flows smoothly. The five different styles of Tai Chi that will be explored by participants are Chen, Yang, Wu Hao, Wu and Sun.
“I am looking forward to learning the Tai Chi and Qigong practices led by Charles Pratt, a student of Tai Chi Chuan,” said Mayor Angie Devanney. “As part of my Wellness Campaign, I encourage residents of all ages to get up and get moving to keep a healthy mind, body and soul. I hope to see you all on April 27 at this wonderful event.”
For information and to RSVP to practice sessions and to the April 27 event, contact WTCDinBH@gmail.com.
The Gould Dog Park at the Municipal Transfer Station is now open to dogs and their owners and is accessible to Summit residents with valid transfer station permits. The park will be open Tuesdays to Fridays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is closed Sundays, Mondays and holidays.
The park is named in memory of Matt Gould, a Ward One Council member who died unexpectedly in 2019. Councilman Gould championed the cause of creating a dog park in Summit, envisioning that it would be a fun way to foster community spirit.
“While on council, Matt Gould made the creation of a permanent dog park one of his top priorities,” said Summit Mayor Elizabeth Fagan. “He was passionate about finding ways to bring neighbors together, and now this permanent dog park at the Transfer Station will realize that vision. I hope Summit residents and their furry friends enjoy many sunny days, wagging tails and happy barks there.”
An official celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony is being planned. The event will welcome current and former Summit elected officials, city staff and representatives from Union County.
The Municipal Transfer Station at 40 New Providence Ave., is operated by the city under a lease agreement with Union County and remains county property. The dog park rules are available at cityofsummit.org.
The staff at the Summit Area YMCA has announced the return of a local springtime tradition, its Mother’s Day 5K, on Sunday, May 5, at the Summit YMCA.
“We’ve heard from so many members of the community how much they loved our Mother’s Day 5K and how they wanted to see it come back,” said the Summit Area YMCA’s Director of Mission Advancement Tiffany Escott. “After celebrating a major renovation of our historic Summit building last fall, we knew that 2024 would be the start of a new era for us and would be the perfect time to reintroduce this special event.”
The chip-timed race will kick off at 8:30 a.m., with a Kids’ Dash and family-fun carnival with games and crafts to immediately follow on the Village Green. This inclusive event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to walk, run or roll their way to the finish line.
Beyond the memories and fun, the Mother’s Day 5K also raises funds that go directly back to the community.
“The Mother’s Day 5K represents what the Y is about—bringing together local individuals and families to lift each other,” said Summit Area YMCA Director of Annual Giving Patti Stenzel. “The beauty of the race is that it comes full circle. The funds we raise go to supporting mothers, individuals and their families with things like childcare scholarships, food distribution, programs for youth with special needs and mentoring for middle school and high school students.”
Local businesses looking for marketing opportunities or to connect more with the community may also take part in the event via sponsorships.
To register for the 5K, visit thesay.org/5k. For information regarding available sponsorships, contact patti.stenzel@thesay.org.
Each year, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 17,000 individuals with free and feebased programs and services in an area spanning Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling and Summit.
