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In the Vicinity News and Happenings from the area

10 Local Heroes 10 Local Women Step Up to Organize Millburn Cleanup after Ida 11 Spreading Kindness—One Bouquet of Flowers at a Time 12 Hudson Yards—The Cultural Center of Manhattan’s New West Side 14 Local Buzz 14 Relax, Restore and Recharge Gathering for Women 14 Live an Enchanted Grateful Life 16 A Magical Cirque Christmas!

16 New Jersey Ballet’s Nutcracker with the NJSO 17 Romeo and Juliet

18 Thanksgiving Comedy Fest 19 Summit’s Santa Claus Shop Prepares to Help Deliver a Joyous Holiday to Locals in Need 15 Local Gift Guide Shop Local. Support Your Local Merchants 20 COVER STORY Salon & Beyond—Chatham’s GLAZE Salon is Beauty Personified 24 Focus on Education 24 Celebrate Reading & Help Your Child Develop a Love for It! 26 Strengths-Based Education Primes Students for Learning 27 Rider University Builds Students’ Confidence and Careers 28 Focus on Education Resources 30 Pets in Need of a Forever Home 32 Health Beauty Wellness 32 The Windows to the Soul— Keep Your Eyes Healthy and Bright 33 Hear Better, Live Better with Patient-Centered Care 34 Bonding with Your Dentist— Dr Helen Chiu Discusses Composite Resin Bonding 35 Health Beauty Wellness Resources 36 Restaurant Guide

On the Cover: GLAZE Salon

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By Jackie Schatell

Madison Elementary School Earned “Blue Ribbon Award” from U.S. Department of Education

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he Torey J. Sabatini Elementary School in Madison was was 1 of 9 New Jersey Public Elementary Schools and 1 of 302 Public Schools Nationally honored with the National Blue Ribbon School recognition. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. The coveted National Blue Ribbon School award affirms the hard work of students, educators, families, and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. The National Blue Ribbon School flag gracing an entry or flying overhead is a widely recognized symbol of exemplary teaching and learning. The United States Department of Education will formally recognize the 302 public and 23 private schools at an awards ceremony in Washington, DC on November 4th and 5th, 2021.

Boy Scouts from Troop 25 Take Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip

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Ruth’s Chris Steak House Now Open at Short Hills Mall

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uth’s Chris Steak House has opened its doors at The Mall at Short Hills. The 8,300-square-foot restaurant is located on the Lower Level of the mall near Neiman Marcus. The restaurant features two main dining rooms, a bar with lounge seating, and two private dining rooms that are designed for large groups. Ruth’s Chris, which has been in business for over 56 years is a chain restaurant with locations across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The Short Hills location is its 150th restaurant. “The Mall at Short Hills is a major shopping and entertainment destination for so many in the region, and we are honored to host the local community in the months and years to come in a way that only Ruth’s Chris can,” Michael Krywucki, general manager of the restaurant, said in a prepared statement. “Our newest location is a place to gather for all of life’s celebrations, no matter how large or small, while serving as the perfect place for an intimate date night or happy hour with friends.”

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his past summer, Boy Scouts from Troop 25 in Florham Park and Madison went on a 12-day adventure through the New Mexico wilderness as part of the Philmont Scout Range High Adventure trek. The Philmont Scout Range is “the Boy Scouts of America’s premier High Adventure base,” according to the Boy Scouts website. Backpacking treks of various lengths and training and service programs like this one challenge Scouts physically and intellectually with more than 214 square miles of hiking trails and land across northern New Mexico. The Scouts were trained in outdoor survival skills, such as water filtration and how to set up camp. Ryan Rauschenberger, a resident of Florham Park and a junior at Seton Hall Preparatory School in South Orange, who served as Crew Chief called the trip, a “once-in-alifetime” opportunity.”

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You can volunteer for a few hours or on a regular basis.

Volunteers provide vital support in the gardens and help make special events and festivals possible. Seasonal positions and internships are also available. To learn more about enjoying the beauty of the Arboretum and the camaraderie of being part of a committed community, contact t.cassin@reeves-reedarboretum.org.

Lifelong Learning Program is Launched at Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts

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s part of the 2021-22 season, Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts in Berkeley Heights has launched a new division of study with its Lifelong Learning program. The Institute is offering in-person and online group classes as well as private and semi-private music lessons for adults of all ability levels. Wharton Arts also offers private instruction in all instruments and voice and an array of group classes.

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Local Heroes

Local Women Step Up to Organize Millburn Cleanup After Ida

By Jackie Schatell

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hen Ida hit, Millburn was hit very hard. The downtown business district was decimated, as were many people’s homes. While hundreds of people began coming down into the business district to help with shovels and brooms, it was chaotic.

Recognizing that the cleanup was disorganized, Micole Cohen Richter and Joanna Parker-Lentz, who had planned a number of successful Roctoberfests together, decided to step in and help organize the process. The event is a fundraiser for the Millburn Education Foundation.

“We were inspired that so many people were stepping up to help, but we noticed that some shops were getting more help than others, and we wanted to spread out the help.”

—Joanna Parker-Lentz

The women set up shop on the corner of Millburn and Main Street, made spreadsheets, and began communicating with groups via email and Facebook groups. People would stop by to find out where they could help and would be assigned a location.

Some people brought food for the volunteers, while others donated goggles, gloves and masks. The local hardware shop, which was also hit, sold items at cost. “The outpouring of generosity was just amazing,” said Micole.

When the women became aware of the different neighborhoods needing help, especially the South Mountain one, they began sending volunteers to help get the water and mud out of people’s homes too. Many of these families lost everything and the ladies started a furniture collection and began identifying office open space that was available to businesses that became displaced. They also did a clothing drive. There was so much donated that they had to move the collection from the library to the community congregational church. Next, they will be collecting winter clothes.

When asked why they stepped up, Joanna said, “Since we were already heavily into Rocktoberfest planning, we knew we had the combined skill sets and the high-level volunteers in place to move into a disaster relief event mode. The community was in dire need.”

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left-right: Micole Cohen Richter and Joanna Parker-Lentz “Some people lost everything, the amount of damage to homes and businesses was overwhelming,” said Micole.

“Helping feels necessary and we feel driven to go forward.

Once we saw what we saw, we could not unsee it.”

In addition, the women helped fundraise for a GoFundMe that was started by Joanna’s business, the Jodi and Joanna Group, which as of early October was at $67,000. The ladies are also helping with grant opportunities.

What is next? The cleanup is not over and the women want to raise awareness that help is still needed in Millburn for both the business district and residential homes. They think it will take another 3-6 months to get out from under. In addition they are working with the mayor and town administrator to figure out how to plan to make sure this doesn’t happen again.

One positive thing to come out of this is that they put together a fundraising concert with Los Lobos at the Papermill Playhouse, in five days, that raised $20,000 for the GoFundMe.

Local Heroes

SPREADING KINDNESS One Bouquet of Flowers at a Time

By Jackie Schatell

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reethy Gandhi of Florham Park loves flowers and enjoys bringing joy to others.

This year, she took these two passions and combined them by becoming an Ambassador for Kindness via an international program called @ thegrowingkindnessproject. She is one of two people chosen in NJ, for the program which chooses two people per state, per year to participate.

To attain this role, Preethy had to fill out an application and write an essay describing why she wanted to participate. She says she will remain in this role for a year and then plans to join the contributing gardener program, where she will grow flowers to share in the community As an Ambassador, Preethy grew Tulips and Anemones in the spring, Rudbeckia and Zinnias in the summer and is now growing Dahlias, which are the signature flowers of the @thegrowingkindnessproject, to use in her bouquets that are delivered to neighbors, seniors, teachers, healthcare workers and anyone that someone contacts her about.

Preethy says she has a small yard, and cannot grow a lot of flowers, but she enjoys donating the ones that she grows and creating beautiful bouquets. She feels “good about what she is doing” and says people are “very receptive and appreciative.” She also enjoys meeting new people during deliveries.

“I love spreading kindness around,” says Preethy, who says she delivers 2-3 arrangements a week. She adds that she “loves being able to share what she has with others.”

She also says she likes being part of the program and taking the Zoom classes they offer on growing flowers and soil management.

Preethy would like to encourage others that enjoy growing flowers to join the kindness movement.

They don’t have to become Ambassadors, they can become contributing gardeners. She feels people will enjoy sharing what they grow to put smiles on people’s faces.

To learn more, or to request having a bouquet delivered in Florham Park or nearby towns, please contact Preethy Antony via Facebook. It just takes a little bit of dirt and a big heart to start Growing Kindness™ in your community!

Preethy Gandhi, Ambassador for Kindness for the @thegrowingkindnessproject.

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HUDSON YARDS The Cultural Center of Manhattan’s New West Side

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udson Yards has become the cultural center of Manhattan’s new west side.

A template for the future of cities, NYC’s newest neighborhood is home to more than 100 leading brands from luxury retail to culinary experiences by chefs José Andrés, Michael Lomonaco, Costas Spiliadis, Stephen Starr and more, to fast fashion and all day eateries.

The Shed, a dynamic cultural institution commissions, produces and presents a wide range of activities in performing and visual arts as well as pop culture. Over 14 acres of public plazas, gardens and groves are available to stroll or take in a stunning sunset while state-of-the-art modern residences provide the most connected and forward thinking living. Or, step into the sky at Edge, the highest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere. It’s suspended 1,100 ft high in mid-air, giving the feeling of floating in the sky with 360-degree views.

Discover events and happenings every day of the week at Hudson Yards. From live music, magic shows and family yoga to painting, knitting and drawing classes, puppet shows, Broadway performances and more.

Shine Bright this holiday season at Hudson Yards. The holiday décor program features more than 2 million white lights, 725 evergreen trees and larger-than-life set pieces illuminating the Public Square and Gardens, The Shops at Hudson Yards, Vessel and Edge inviting all to rediscover the magic of the holidays.

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utumn is a time to reflect on the changes, to remember that we, too, grow and change from one season to another and feel gratitude for all the miracles that bless our lives. As we experience the beauty of autumn changing into winter, lets come together for a writing gathering, energy medicine and a guided meditation to acknowledge the many blessings of all the people in our lives and those we had to say goodbye to. Let us celebrate the cycle of life and know we are better for every transition. Join psychotherapist and life coach, Sue Waldman for an enchanting evening of celebration, connection and sharing. Friday, November 19 7:30-9pm. Let us appreciate that we are alive, right now. Advance Registration is required. Call 973-857-9090 or email Sue@SueWaldman.com.

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Romeo and Juliet

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ummit High School Theatre Arts Department presents William Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece of love and conflict, ROMEO AND JULIET, November 11, 12, and 13 at 7:30pm in the Summit High School Auditorium at 125 Kent Place Blvd in Summit.

In this classic tale of star-crossed lovers, Verona’s Montague and Capulet families have been feuding for ages, inciting violence whenever they meet. But when Romeo Montague glimpses Juliet Capulet across a crowded dance floor, something different happens.

It is no wonder this timeless love story of rivalry and rage featuring sleeping positions, swirling swordplay and soaring poetry has remained a favorite for hundreds of years.

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Summit’s Santa Claus Shop Prepares to Help Deliver a Joyous Holiday to Locals in Need

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Santa Claus Shop are chaired by Summit residents: Nev DiPetrillo, Teal Rodriguez, Elaine Chong and Celia O’Rourke

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he Santa Claus Shop will open its doors once again to area families, providing its 55th consecutive year of complimentary holiday shopping. The shop serves more than 400 low-income families and senior citizens from Summit and other local communities, including New Providence and Berkeley Heights, who are referred by local social services agents.

This year’s Santa Claus Shop will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 587 Springfield Avenue in Summit. Families will be offered shopping hours by invitation only during the first week of December. Gift cards and gifts will be distributed to help families celebrate the holidays. Additionally, holiday baskets will be delivered to local seniors.

To keep the holiday spirit alive for local residents in need, the Santa Claus Shop chairwomen ask for members of the community to consider giving. Checks can be made payable to SHIP, with Santa Claus Shop noted on the check’s memo line, and mailed to the Santa Claus Shop, P.O. Box 119, Summit, NJ 07901.

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Salon & Beyond GLAZE Salon is BEAUTY PERSONIFIED

By Janis Hashe, photos by Dan Epstein

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veryone wants to look their best, especially for the holidays. At GLAZE Salon partners Cindi Galiher and Kathy Korab aim to do just that. They have created a warm, welcoming space where a highly skilled stylist will shape the most becoming cut for each clients’ individual face.“Ninety percent of our stylists have more than 20 years of experience,” states Galiher.

“When a new client calls or stops by, it is often due to a referral from a satisfied customer,” said Korab. “Desk staff who are well versed in each stylist’s skills, will refer the new client to a stylist that is the perfect fit,” she adds.

“New clients always say they cannot believe how beautiful the salon is,” said Galiher, noting that GLAZE provides the same attention to detail and professional services as high-end New York salons. (continued on next page)

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GLAZE prides itself on making sure its stylists have access to classes on the latest in cutting techniques, as well as information sessions on new products and how to use them. Galiher notes, “Fall and holiday trends include blue, green, purple and other color highlights—“mermaid-look” hair—as well as the ever-popular ombre fashion.” Korab adds, “We can do anything for anyone.”

In its 2,500-square-foot space, GLAZE houses separate sections for color and blowouts and also has nail, eyebrow and lash, as well as waxing services available. The on premise espresso bar offers wine and seltzer for clients. In addition, there is an entire retail section allowing clients to shop for hair products they love, as well as a curated selection of tasteful gift ideas.

Jenifer Waltz and Cindi Galiher

A point of pride for the GLAZE partners is that they carry top-quality product lines that are not available in many places. “We use only the products that we sell, “ states Galiher. Among these are the luxury haircare lines ENJOY, Oribe, and Iles Formula. The salon also carries the Olaplex system that is designed to repair, protect and strengthen hair, as well as a full line of ancillary products for Brazilian blowouts—a GLAZE specialty.

In the salon’s retail section, customers will find many items, including Lafco and Antica Farmacista candles and oil diffusers, “Little Words Project” inspirational bracelets, Peepers reading glasses, CBD-based skincare products and gummies—and Galiher’s own line of jewelry.

GLAZE will be holding a “Sip & Shop” holiday event on Sunday, November 14 from 11am-3pm. Galiher and Korab invite new and regular clients to drop in and experience everything the salon has to offer.

For many, a side effect of the COVID-19 infection has been hair loss. GLAZE offers both the Viviscal Pro dietary supplement system, clinically proven to enhance and restore hair growth, as well as the évolis system, that also has proven results. Galiher personally uses and recommends serum-based Aethern, to “transform” skin, hair and nails.

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Celebrate Reading & Help Your Child Develop a Love for It!

By Kimberly Blaker

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here are many ways parents can promote a love of reading and encourage their kids to read not only during the school year but year-round.

Read to Your Children Begin reading to your child very early. The National Education Association (NEA) suggests infancy is an excellent time to start.

As your child grows, encourage their participation in reading the story with or to you. Although your child may not be ready to read, they often memorize some of their favorite books or pages. Making your child an active participant will help develop their love for reading.

Visit the Local Library Think of the library as a big free educational toy store. Help your child choose some books, but also encourage him or her to select some on their own. Your child can also take home audiobooks, video games, videos, and music CDs.

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Help Your Child Build a Collection One thing common among reading lovers is how much they enjoy having their own book collection. Help your child grow a personal library of their favorite series, author, or genre. Then give your child a special shelf to store and display the collection.

Play Word Games Look for board, computer, or phone games that help kids develop their reading and spelling skills and vocabulary.

Subscribe Your Child to a Magazine There's a host of kids' magazines on the market and something for every age group. It will give your child something to look forward to each month and build enthusiasm for reading.

Read In Front of Your Kids Show kids that reading isn't just a school requirement, but rather a lifelong activity.

Let them see you reading both to learn and for pleasure.

Form a Kids’ Book Club If your child is interested in it, this is a great way to build excitement for reading.

You'll want to find kids who are all at about the same reading level. You'll need to decide where to hold the weekly or monthly meetings, which could be at your house, or perhaps your school or public library will provide you space.

Set up a reading room. Find a quiet area in your home to designate as the reading area. It should have comfy seating, perhaps even a bean bag or two, pillows, blankets, and good lighting.

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At MBS, students

explore, discover, and excel

Strengths-Based Education Primes Students for Learning

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A coeducational, independent school grades 6-12

The strength that sets MBS apart is how successfully we focus on engagement—energizing students to immerse themselves actively and deeply in the experience of learning. MBS students aren’t simply covering more content, doing more homework, and taking more tests; they are striving to understand important material more deeply and to take on meaningful challenges.

MBS is also exceptional in the attention we pay to each individual and the breadth of opportunity we provide to each. With an emphasis on balance, every student is encouraged to take risks, push into challenging new territory, and explore all their talents.

y moving our thinking from difference as a deficit to one of capacity-building with classroom environment changes to support learning, we enhance educational experiences and leverage strengths for deeper learning and meaning-making. The Craig School balances our students’ education by providing ample instructional time for addressing their greatest needs while also supporting the development of strengths, all the while recognizing that our students are fully human, ever-evolving, and full of ability.

At The Craig School we cultivate and support our students’ positive identities as learners.

We partner with parents to build student capacity through targeted, personalized learning experiences which remove barriers to learning. Finally, we design the broader curriculum for greater educational access and participation from each student.

While the challenges of learning differences are real, we remove limitations by providing the supports and services uniquely designed for the learning needs of the individual student, we build upon their strengths and capabilities, and we lay the foundation to thrive in learning and in life.

Craig School 10 Tower Hill Road, Mountain Lakes | 973-334-1234 www craigschool org

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Rider University Builds Students’ Confidence and Careers

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plan is just a starting point. Whether you know exactly what you want to do or are still figuring it out, Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ provides the support you need to follow your drive and the freedom to explore your options.

Rider student gains valuable handson experience by completing at least two high-impact Engaged Learning experiences—such as internships, coops, study abroad and guided research— prior to graduation.

Students are at the heart of everything that happens at Rider. Rider’s student-centered commitment begins with its engaged professors whose focus is on teaching and mentoring students. That commitment is shared by the entire University community, where every member is available to support students and their goals. It's a unique environment dedicated to giving students the self-confidence, skills and strong foundation essential for professional and personal success.

Through the Center for Career Development and Success, you’ll work with a dedicated career coach to explore your interests, identify your academic path, secure impressive hands-on experience, and develop job-search skills that ensure you’re prepared to succeed.

Rider's Engaged Learning Program allows you to combine your academics, career goals and activities to reflect your personality and interests. In fact, every

The university is confident that a degree from Rider will prepare its students for future success. That’s why, Rider guarantees that students who fulfill the requirements of its Cranberry Investment program will gain an entry-level position or acceptance into a graduate or professional program in their field of study within six months of graduation or the

university will provide career coaching and may recommend either nine additional credits of undergraduate coursework in your field of study at no cost or a paid six-month internship.

To learn more, visit rider.edu or contact the Admission Office at admissions@rider.edu.

Rider University 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 800-257-9026 | rider.edu

A Learning Disability Shouldn’t STOP a Child’s Academic Success.

WE CAN HELP. For 28 years, Banyan School has helped students who learn differently establish the roots necessary to grow by focusing on the development and reinforcement of the reading, language and communication skills critical for academic success. With small classes, individualized attention, integrated assistive technology and a talented, dedicated staff, we are committed to establishing the foundation that students need for learning and social-emotional development.

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Focus on Education Resources Banyan Elementary School

The Craig High School

The Hudson School

12 Hollywood Ave, Fairfield 973-439-1919 www.BanyanSchool.com Director/Principal: Wendy McNeill wmcneill@banyanschool.com Assistant Principal: Patricia Walters-DiGiaimo pdigiaimo@banyanschool.com www.BanyanSchool.com Age Group: Kindergarten – 8th Grade To schedule a visit, please contact the school office.

25 Changebridge Rd, Montville 973-334-1234 www.craigschool.org Contact: Nicole Moon Email: nmoon@craigschool.org Age Groups: Grades 9–12 Open House: October 20, 9am The mission of the Craig School is to provide to students a strategy-based, comprehensive and challenging school experience that acknowledges their learning disabilities, builds on their aptitudes, and strengthens their self-awareness and self-esteem. They help parents assess their child’s true potential and understand the nature of learning disabilities and provide families an internal support network within the Craig community.

601 Park Ave, Hoboken 201-659-8335 www.thehudsonschool.org Age Groups: Grades 5-12 Open House: Virtual tours available

Banyan High School 471 Main St, Little Falls 973-785-1919 / www.BanyanSchool.com Principal: Marguerite Freeman mfreeman@banyanschool.com www.BanyanSchool.com Age Group: 9th – 12th Grade and LIFE Academy: 18-to-21 (Learning Independence.

Fostering Empowerment.)

To schedule a visit, please contact the school office.

Banyan School is private, non-profit, stateapproved school for students with significant, language-based learning disabilities. Our dedicated faculty is trained in a variety of research-based, multi-sensory teaching techniques and strategies, including the Wilson Reading System®. With small classes, individualized attention and integrated assistive technology, we are committed to establishing the foundation students need for learning while fostering social and interpersonal skills.

Chatham Day School 700 Shunpike Rd, Chatham 973-410-0400 www.chathamdayschool.org Contact: Kellen Kent Email: kkent@ chathamdayschool.org Age Groups: 2.5 years–grade 8 Call for a private in-person or virtual tour.

Chatham Day School celebrates and values each child as a unique learner with extraordinary potential. They offer an academically ambitious program that promotes intellectual achievement and emotional growth in a diverse and nurturing environment.

The Craig School 15 Tower Hill Rd, Mt Lakes 973-334-1295 www.craigschool.org Contact: Nicole Moon Email: nmoon@craigschool.org Age Groups: Grades 2–8 Open House: October 19, 9:30am

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Delbarton School 230 Mendham Rd, Morristown 973-538-3231 Delbarton.org/admissions Contact: Dr. David Donovan Email: DDonovan@delbarton.org Age Groups: 7-12 grade (all boys) Open House: October 3 Delbarton is an independent Roman Catholic day school for young men guided by Benedictine monks. The School offers enriched programs in grades 7 and 8 and AP courses in all departments on its 200-acre campus.

Delbarton welcomes diverse young men and challenges them to pursue excellence, to build character, and to develop leadership through service, by education the whole person: mind, body and spirit.

Estelle Finkel Center for Learning 125 W Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston 973-994-4665 www.estellefinkeltutoring.com Contact: Amanda Patrick Email: amanda@horizonsinlearning.org Age Groups: Pre-K through adult

Gill St. Bernard’s School St. Bernards Rd, Gladstone 908-234-1611 www.gsbschool.org Age Groups: Preschool to 12 Open House: Schedule an in-person tour: www.gsbschool.org/admission/visit-us/ in-person-tours Each of the three school divisions provides a rigorous, meaningful, and age-appropriate curriculum, and all students benefit from the environmental learning opportunities that exist on our 208-acre campus.

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Huntington Learning Center Livingston | Springfield | Verona 1-800-CAN-LEARN huntingtonhelps.com Age Group: K-12th grade Huntington Learning Center is the premier tutoring and test prep provider for kindergarten to 12th grades. Founded in 1977, its mission is to give every student the best education possible. The company prides itself on personalized attention and proven results with individualized programs taught by certified teachers at accredited centers.

Lacordaire Academy 155 Lorraine Ave, Montclair 973-744-1156 x12 lacordaireacademy.com Age Group: PK - 8 coed, All Womens High School 9-12 Information Session: December 2, 9-10am, Information Session: February 3, 9-10am Lacordaire Academy is a 101 year old coeducational Catholic school from prekindergarten through eighth grade, and women-only for high school. It is led by a veteran leadership team that works together to meet its Dominican goals and high academic standards.

The Language Institute 175 Fairfield Ave, Suite 2C, West Caldwell | 973-228-1843 www.thelanguageinstitute.com Contact: Phyllis Ignozza Email: information@thelanguageinstitute.com Age Groups: Age 6 and up, middle/high school, college level students and adults A full-service language school for adults and children. Their state certified teachers will help your middle, high school or college age child succeed with expert remedial or enrichment tutoring. For travel, work or personal interest, adult language learners will find a program to meet their needs, busy schedules and budget and to reach their language learning goals.

Morristown-Beard School 70 Whippany Rd, Morristown mbs.net Age Group: Grades 6-12 Visit mbs.net/admission to schedule a tour or register for an Information Session. Contact the Admission Office at admission@mbs.net or 973-5393032 x516 for more information regarding admission events.

Within a culture of support and collaboration, Morristown-Beard School students discover and develop their individual pathways to academic success and personal fulfillment while becoming enlightened, morally responsible citizens of the world.

Mount St. Dominic Academy 3 Ryerson Ave, Caldwell | 973-226-0660 www.msdacademy.org Age Groups: 14-18 years old (girls only) Open Houses: October 7, 6:30pm; October 24, 12pm; March 31, 6:30pm Truth and love. Inquiry and commitment. Knowledge and action. These words are at the heart of Mount St. Dominic Academy, dedicated to educating and empowering young women in the Dominican Tradition.

Newark Academy 91 S Orange Ave, Livingston 973-992-7000 newarka.edu Age Groups: 6-12 grade Newark Academy is a coeducational private day school. The school has been accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools since 1928.

Newmark K-8 School and Newmark High School 1000 Cellar Ave, Scotch Plains 908-753-0330 | www.newmarkeducation.com Age Groups: K-12 Open House Dates: Virtual School Visits K-8 School Visits: 1/11/22, 1/25/22, 2/15/22, 3/1/22, 3/22/22, 4/12/22, 4/26/22 Newmark High School Visits: 1/12/22, 2/1/22, 3/15/22, 4/27/22 register: www.newmarkeducation.com/admissions/visit Newmark K-8 School and Newmark High School are state-approved, private not-for-profit schools serving children living with autism spectrum disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, attention issues and other developmental disabilities.

School of Rock 125 Valley Road, Montclair | 973-337-5296 locations.schoolofrock.com/montclair Contact: Kevin March Email: kmarch@schoolofrock.com At School of Rock, learning music helps kids blossom in unimaginable ways. Students are not just taught an instrument– they build confidence learning to deal with life situations. Kids are performing on stage from the beginning, which teaches them to play as part of a team. This helps them learn their skills faster and more thoroughly. Montclair School of Rock’s creative community helps children succeed in music and beyond.

Saint Thomas the Apostle School 50 Byrd Ave, Bloomfield | 973-338-8505 www.staschoolnj.org Age Groups: 3-14 years old Open House: January 30, 2022 Saint Thomas the Apostle School provides students with a challenging and comprehensive education integrating spiritual values rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition. We cultivate and herald the growth of our students in mind, body, and spirit, preparing them to take their place in the Church and in the world, in roles of leadership and service.

Winston Preparatory School 901 Route 10 East, Whippany | 973-500-6480 www.winstonprep.edu Admissions Director: Meredith Fisher Email: mfisher@winstonprep.edu Age Groups: 2-12 grade To schedule a visit, contact the school office or visit the website Winston Prep is a highly individualized and responsive setting for students in grades 2-12 with specific learning differences, including language processing disorders such as dyslexia, nonverbal learning disabilities such as Asperger’s, and executive functioning difficulties such as ADHD.

Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child 44 Blackburn Road, Summit } 908-522-8109 www.oakknoll.org Grades: PK-6 (boys and girls); 7-12 (all girls) For on-campus and virtual admission events, please visit us online for registration details.

Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, independent school that prepares students to make an impact on society. Their graduates think globally, act morally and lead with conviction to make the world a better place.

Rider University 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville | 800-257-9026 www.rider.edu Age Group: Undergraduate, Continuing Education, Graduate Open Houses: November 5, 2-5pm; November 13 10am-1pm At Rider, you’ll have the support to follow your drive and the freedom to explore your options. There are so many possibilities ahead. All you have to do is take the first step with them.

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Pets in Need of a Forever Home Here’s Rocky Roo

Kittens, Kittens, Kittens…

There’s always a rainbow after the storm. These little kittens came to this rescue as bottle babies after Hurricane Ida and they are now ready for their next adventure. FIV/FELV negative, first kitten shot, 10 weeks old and full of cuddles and kisses.

Rocky Roo is an eternally happy, enthusiastic guy that just wants to have a place to call his own.

He loves to play and run, but is happy just to hang out on the couch with you, too. He’s about two or three years old and weighs in at 80 pounds. He is housebroken, neutered, update to date on shots, crate trained and gets along with everyone (except cats.) He would be a good fit for almost anyone as long as they don’t have small children or cats (eww!) If you are looking for a loving, wiggly dog that will make you smile and be your forever friend, you can read more about Rocky Roo and other potential pets on the website.

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The Windows to the Soul Keep Your Eyes Healthy and Bright

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s a young boy, Dr. Kurt Jackson, a vitreo-retinal surgeon, pictured himself seeing patients in his own office and caring for them like family. “That’s what really drove me to open my own practice,” he says.

“So many things in medicine are moving to volume care, and people are becoming numbers. I want my patients to have an alternative to that and know they have my complete attention.”

At Jackson Eye Care, Dr. Jackson helps manage and care for issues such as macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, retinal detachment, retinal tears and complications of hypertension in the eyes. His courteous and accommodating office staff also makes patients feel cared for and special. His wife, Kai, is the office administrator.

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“Along with getting that personalized care, we are also technologically advanced,” he says. “I’m one of the first, if not the first,

private practice retina specialist that has the new wireless laser system called Norlase, which is a lot more comfortable for the patient.”

A general ophthalmologist since 2007 and a retina specialist since 2009, Dr. Jackson finds helping people with something as vitality important as their vision extremely rewarding.

“They say that eyes are the windows to the soul, and that has certain physical and even some spiritual ramifications, but the eyes are truly tissues that you can look at and get an idea of an individual’s general health.”

Dr. Jackson’s patients appreciate his caring manner and professional expertise. In addition to English, Dr. Jackson also speaks fluent Spanish.

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HEAR BETTER, LIVE BETTER

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The resin is more solid than Play-Doh, but it is pliable enough to be sculpted. It is also highly polishable and comes in many different shades of white.”

The resin can be bonded to the tooth enamel on the front teeth after braces come off, if there are white brace marks showing on the teeth. It can be applied to old crowns with unappealing black borders showing around the gum line, so crowns do not need to be replaced for cosmetic reasons.

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Restaurant Guide Casa Maya

It is recommend that you call in advance as reservations may be required.

BERKELEY HEIGHTS

Mitsuba Japanese Cuisine 237 Main St, Chatham | 973-635-3888 www.MitsubaChatham.com Featuring traditional Japanese specialties and cuisine, including sushi, rolls, cooked fare & lunchtime bento boxes.

Nagoya Sushi & Tiki Lounge 538 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-898-1188 | www.nagoyasushiandbar.com A family owned Japanese restaurant striving to provide the best food and experience to customers. Featuring a wide selection of sushi, rolls, and other Japanese favorites.

615 Meyersville Road, Gillette 908-580-0799 Family-friendly BYOB serving Sonoran-stule Mexican cuisine.

MADISON Krust Kitchen 7 Cross St, Madison | 908-525-7878 www.krustkitchen.com Pizza

MILLBURN

Proud Thai Cookery 645 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-665-0055 | www.proudthainj.com A Thai Restaurant that brings you delicious street food! They offer the authentic Thai cuisine

Strega Bistro 430 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-665-5905 | www.stregabh.com Modern Italian Farm to Table Bistro featuring seasonal organic menu with Mediterranean influenced-specials.

Trap Rock Restaurant & Brewery 279 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-665-1755 | www.traprockrestaurant.net A microbrewery that offers guests seasonal craft brews in addition to a delicate menu that accentuates a southern flare

CHATHAM Charley’s Aunt Restaurant 8-10 S Passaic Ave, Chatham | 973-635-6772 www.charleysauntchatham.com Traditional American cuisine.

D’Oro Ristorante 219 Main Street, Chatham | 973-701-6990 www.dororistorante.com A northern Italian menu that is sure to please everyone’s pallets. D’Oro offers a vast menu selection of delicious dishes including pasta, fish, poultry, pork, steaks, and more.

Gregorio’s Mediterranean Restaurant 255A Main Street, Chatham | 973-635-2777 www.restaurantgregorios.com Italian Mediterranean cuisine bursting with flavor

Scalini Fedeli 63 Main Street, Chatham | 973-701-9200 www.scalinifedeli.com French-influenced Italian fixed-price menus in an elegant, vaulted interior with Tuscan touches.

Restaurant Serenade 6 Roosevelt Ave, Chatham | 973-701-0303 www.restaurantserenade.com Artful dining, as conceived by award-winning Chef James Laird. A showcase of the finest hand-selected seasonal and regional ingredients in simple, refined presentations by Chef Laird.

A Taste of Asia 245 Main Street, Chatham | 973-701-8821 www.atasteofasianj.com A Taste of Asia , New Jersey’s first Malaysian restaurant, brings the eclectic cuisines of Malay, China, India, Thailand and Eurasia to the area.

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324 Millburn Ave, Millburn 973-379-7020 | www.basilicomillburn.com Enjoy the delicious flavors of their dishes, homemade pastas and desserts, cooked to perfection at one of the finest Millburn Italian restaurants.

Common Lot 27 Main Street, Millburn | 973-467-0494 www.commonlot.com A BYOB destination offering New American dishes.

184 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park 973-996-2828 | www.chinachaletnj.com Traditional Sichuan cuisine in an elegant environment.

Le Pergola

Lucco Cucina + Bar

MoonShine Summer Club

207 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park 973-822-0066 | www.luccobar.com A modern Italian restaurant that combines favored classics with a contemporary touch.

Offerings consist of New York style pizza, fresh salads, delicious small bites, & wonderful pasta.

Pastosa Ravioli 186 Columbia Tpk, Florham Park 973-377-4800 | www.pastosa.com A third generation, family-owned and operated Italian specialty food company widely recognized as the source of New York’s finest ravioli, fresh pasta and Italian specialties.

GILLETTE Ancona Bistro 645 Valley Road, Gillette | 908-647-5755 Northern Italian entrees and pastas.

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120 Essex Street, Millburn | 973-376-6838 Providing diners with quintessential Northern Italian cuisine.

55 Main Street, Millburn | 973-218-6042 www.moonshinesupperclub.com Contemporary American cooking executed with style, finesse, and an updated comfort-food sensibility.

NEW PROVIDENCE Moe’s Bistro and Bar 535 Central Ave, New Providence 908-840-4540 | moesbistroandbar.com Located inside the Best Western Plus & Murray Hill Hotel and Suites, offering a full and varied menu with a Mediterranean flare. Full bar and live entertainment.

Coppola Ristorante & Pizzeria 590 Central Ave, New Providence 908-665-0266 Offering housemate pizzas & formal Italian dishes

SHORT HILLS

SUMMIT

Boxcar Bar & Grill

Huntley Taverne

25 Chatham Rd, Short Hills | 973-912-0002 www.boxcarbar.com Boxcar Bar & Grill is the neighborhood hangout Short Hills has longed for. From juicy burgers to crispy, thin crust pizza to ceviche and fresh salads, friends and families will enjoy their food!

3 Morris Avenue, Summit | 908-273-3166 thehuntleytaverne.com Huntley Taverne dining experience offers classic seasonal cuisine, a 250 bottle wine list, two stone fireplaces, outdoor porch dining, and private events.

Natale’s Summit Bakery

Roots Steakhouse

Par 440 Restaurant & Lounge

401 Springfield Ave, Summit 908-273-0027 www.rootssteakhouse.com/summit Roots Steakhouse is an old-fashioned New York style Steakhouse. Diners can expect delicious USDA aged prime beef sourced from the highest quality ranches in the mid-west.

440 Parsonage Hill Road, Short Hills 973-467-8882 | www.par440.com A full service restaurant, bar & lounge located on the East Orange Golf Course in Short Hills.

Offering bar bites, burgers and tasty entrees.

STIRLING

Serra Restaurant

Trattoria Biagio 239 Main Avenue, Stirling | 908-350-8064 Authentic Italian cuisine

Twelve Islands Greek Taverna 1255 Valley Rd, Stirling | 908-647-2193 www.12islandsgreektaverna.com Charming eatery crafting traditional Greek fare, including seafood & classic homestyle dishes. 12 Island has a full bar and the menu is assembled with a wide variety of recipes from the Dodecanese and other islands.

La Pastaria 327 Springfield Ave, Summit | 908-522-9088 www.lapastaria.org Located in Summit, La Pastaria has become an icon of home style Italian dining and a hidden gem of the community.

Thanksgiving Traditions

Pies Breads Apple • Pumpkin Old World Style Fruit • Cream Pies Mince • Custard Sweet Potato

185 Broad St, Summit | 908-277-2074 www.natalesbakery.bakesmart.com Enjoy a selection of house made specialties including breads, pastries, pies and cakes. Daily specials. This family owned and operated bakery is serving up their delicious twist on bakery classics for over 80 years.

Bread & Rolls Pastries Tea Breads

10 Bank Street, Summit | 908-273-1713 www.serrasummit.com A family owned and run, authentic Portuguese BBQ restaurant. Their savory dishes feature ingredients such as olive oil, tomatoes, onion, garlic and wine.

Summit House Restaurant + Bar 395 Springfield Ave, Summit | 908-273-6000 www.summithousenj.com An American restaurant and bar offering seasonal cuisine, craft cocktails, fresh local beers, and terroir-driven wines.

In Krust We Trust

Tarts Apple Galette

Cranberry Pecan Rustic Country Apple

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SUMMIT BAKERY Family Tradition… Since 1938

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Diamond Minds

Dealing with Conflicts

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e all deal with conflicts in some form or another at work, in our relationships, and during our daily interactions with others. These conflicts will always be present for those in leadership positions or anyone striving for high achievement.

“The real and most dangerous opponents we face are fear, anger, confusion, doubt, and despair. If we overcome those enemies that attack us from within, we can attain a true victory over any attack from without.”

—Morihei Ueshiba Here are several ways to deal with conflicts while reducing the stress that comes with them:

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Avoid anger and greed and replace them with concentration and awareness. To have a grounded, focused and calm demeanor in the face of difficulty is admired and extremely effective. The next time you find yourself in any type of conflict, listen to what the other person is saying. Ask about his or her position in order to better understand it. Sometimes there can simply be a communication problem that can be dissolved by letting the other person talk. When we let anger and greed become our emotions, the conflict increases with both our opponent and ourselves.

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Breathe. In every martial art, discipline breathing is one of the most critical factors for control and power. Yet it is one of the last things we think of when confronted with conflict.

Breathing calms you, brings oxygen to your blood and heart, improves mental observation and concentration, and ultimately reduces stress.

Try this breathing method recommended by Sensei Greg O’Connor: “Breath in through your nose and let it settle in your belly by doing deep abdominal breathing or diaphragmatic Barry Farber breathing—allowing the diaphragm to move up and down for fuller capacity breathing.

Once you let your breath settle to your lower belly relax your shoulders then allow your lower belly to expand and “breathe like a baby.”

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Put the situation in perspective. When you really look at the reason behind the argument, is it worth it? How many times have you said to yourself, “I can’t believe what we used to argue about.” Look at the bigger picture and realize it can be better to forget it and move on. I find great satisfaction when researching and interviewing people who have faced extreme adversity because it helps to put my own life in perspective. No matter what you’re going through ask yourself if this conflict is worth pursuing or better to be put to rest.

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Become comfortable in your own skin. Having confidence in who you are will help you to deal with people without getting defensive. Sometimes we spend too much time with people who actually enjoy creating conflicts and thrive on negativity. Learn to separate real conflicts from negative attitudes and people who want to bring you down. Some of the greatest decisions are not just picking the right mentors to surround yourself with, but also moving away from the people who don’t provide any value.

Famous World War II admiral, William “Bull” Halsey, said, “Touch a thistle timidly, and it pricks you; grasp it boldly, and its spines crumble. All problems become smaller if you don’t dodge them but confront them.”

Barry Farber is a best-selling author, an award winning radio and television host as well as an agent and marketing consultant for corporations, professional athletes, and entertainers. He’s also the creator and marketer of the FoldzFlat® Pens. His latest release is an inspirational children’s book “In search of the magic tree” available at www.barryfarber.com

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