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TABLE of CONTENTS

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IN THE VICINITY Exciting News and Happenings in the Area

10 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 17 Event Highlight – Madison’s Bottle Hill Day 32 Event Highlight – Annual St. Pat’s Community 5k

20 IN THE MARKETPLACE 20 WESKetch Architecture— Renovating the Smaller Home 22 Trees Unlimited— Rooted in Passion, Grounded in Service

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43 RESTAURANT GUIDE Local Area Restaurants

44 REAL ESTATE August 2013 Home Sales

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Celebrate the pumpkin, an iconic symbol of fall. When the weather changes, pumpkins and spices will take center stage in your autumn cuisine. Started as a Thanksgiving staple, the Pumpkin has become an everyday sign of Fall; whether it be Pumpkin Ice Cream, Pumpkin Sweet Potato Chocolate or Pumpkin Spiced Bagels. Just walk down our aisles and become inspired.

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IN THE VICINITY By Melissa Kane

Local Teacher Deemed “Teaching Champion”

ount Saint Mary Academy teacher Kathleen Brennan was named the recipient of the 2013 Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Teaching Champion Award. Brennan was honored for her work as the school’s Economics teacher and Mathematics Department Chair. The award focuses on the economic and financial education of students from kindergarten through high school. As an award recipient, Brennan has been invited to attend the CEE’s 52nd Annual Financial Literacy and Economic Education Conference in Baltimore on scholarship this fall. The CEE will also award Mount Saint Mary Academy with a $2,500 grant in support of their economic and financial education initiatives. Brennan will be formally honored on October 22, 2013, as part of the CEE’s Visionary Awards specifically for her knack for “making learning difficult concepts fun and entertaining.” In 2012, Brennan was also named the NonPublic School Teacher of the Year by the New Jersey Council for Private Education (NJ CAPE). Mount Saint Mary Academy is located at 1645 Route 22 at Terrill Road in Watchung and can be reached by calling 908-7570108 or by visiting www.mountsaintmary.org.

Summit Accepted into State Transit Village Program

ummit was the first municipality to be accepted into the state’s Transit Village program in 2013. The township will undergo an intensive process of planning and revitalization in their downtown district. The project will include the addition of bicycle racks and lockers, new paths and lighting for pedestrians and the addition of mixed-use facilities-comprised of shops, offices and apartments-to improve pedestrian traffic and cut down on the need for automobiles. The program is run by the New Jersey Department of transportation and aims to provide towns with planning expertise and grant opportunities for projects that encourage economic activity around train and transit stations. “We are extremely excited about the Transit Village designation,” Summit Mayor Ellen Dickson stated. “It will identify the city as a well-planned transit and pedestrian-friendly community where smart development is encouraged.” For more information Summit and the Transit Village project, please visit www.cityofsummit.org.

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Local Language School Now Offering ASL

he Language Institute in West Caldwell is now offering American Sign Language. Private, semi-private and small group lessons are available for adults and children effective immediately. “I have gotten inquiries for ASL over the years, and decided it’s a service I would like to offer the community,” The Language Institute owner Phyllis Ignozza stated. “It is a modern language with its own grammar and syntax and, like studying any foreign language, offers insight into a new and vibrant culture and fosters sensitivity to linguistic and cultural diversity.” ASL classes are forming now in addition to the traditional offerings of Italian, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Mandarin, Japanese and English as a Second Language (ESL). To register or for more information, please contact The Language Institute, located at 175 Fairfield Ave., Suite 2C in W. Caldwell, by calling 973-228-1843, or by visiting www.thelanguageinstitute.com.

NYC-Inspired Blow-Out Bar to Open in Summit

low In Blow Out, a New York City-inspired blow-dry bar will open its doors on Springfield Avenue in Summit this month. Owned and operated by Tara Galatt, the blow dry bar will offer quick, nohassle, high-quality blowouts and pampering for New Jersey women on the go. “I’m so excited to offer the community a really nice place where they can relax and look fabulous,” Galatt states. “I’m looking forward to offering women very high-quality treatments in a place where they know they will leave feeling completely relaxed and look amazing at a reasonable price.” The Grand Opening will take place later this month. The first 50 clients to schedule their appointments on grand opening day will receive a $10 gift card towards their next blow dry. Blow In Blow Out is located at 330 Springfield Avenue in Summit. Appointments are being scheduled now by calling 908-273-4947 or online at www.blowinblowout.com.

SOPAC Hosts Dream Big Fundraiser

n Thursday, September 19, 2013, South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) hosted the Dream Big Fundraiser. The event featured 16-year-old Avery Thompson, a West Orange high school student who is battling Leukemia. Thompson, who has undergone a bone marrow transplant, entertained the crowd with his talents as a singer, comedian and celebrity impressionist—it has been said that his impression of President Obama is “spot-on”— as well as performing along with family and friends. Additionally, Thomspon’s father, Joshua, a musician and producer, joined his son on stage with the 12-member Dream Big band. Tickets were free and available for reservations online. The show was sold out and all proceeds from the event were put towards offsetting the costs of Avery’s treatments and medical care. For more information on Avery Thomspon, please visit http:// www.talbertfamilyfoundation.org/pages/AveryT.html.

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CALENDAR of EVENTS O C T O BE R 2 0 1 3 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 Colin Quinn “Unconstitutional” Colin Quinn offers his unique comedic perspective on our national character. From predator drones to the Kardashians, he pulls no punches in asking if this is what the founding fathers planned. 8pm. SOPAC, One SOPAC Way, South Orange. Call 973-275 1114 or visit www.sopacnow.org.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1 Ghosts, Ghouls & Gravestones: The Trades of Burial Exhibit

“Rags, Those Beautiful Rags”: Ragtime Music from the Guinness Collection

From the Colonial era to the late Victorian era, the funeral industry emerged as a trade in its own right. Funeral services included preparation of the body, providing a coffin or casket; digging the grave, and carving the gravestone. Runs thru Feb. 14, 2014. Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison. Call 973-377-2982 for information.

Ben Harveys Rag Time Instructor—1897. This exhibition celebrates the origins & popularity of Ragtime music and features over 2 dozen examples of period sheet music plus a variety of mechanical musical instruments, automata from the museum’s Murtogh D. Guinness Collection. Runs through Nov. 10. Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973-971-3700 or visit www.morrismuseum.com for dates and times.

Pottery by Albert Green

The Last Romance

Through years of experimentation and study, Albert was able to teach himself the intricacies of clay and glazes. Simple utilitarian forms—the bowl, the bottle, the plate—became Albert’s canvases, allowing him to concentrate on the interplay of color and design which graces the surface of every piece. Ongoing. Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973-971-3700 or visit www.morrismuseum.com.

On an ordinary day in a routine life, Ralph decides to take a different path on his daily walk—one that leads him to an unexpected second chance at love. A heart-warming comedy about the trans-formative power of love. Runs thru Oct. 13. Morris Museum Main Stage, 6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973-971-3700 or visit www.morrismuseum. com for dates and times.

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An Evening of Elegance Included in this exhibition will be several designs by Scaasi. From luxurious silks and velvets, exquisite beading, to fun and flirty tulle and polka dots, this exhibition will showcase a gown worn to President Lincoln’s Inaugural Ball, to modern gowns worn on the runway. Runs thru Oct.27. Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973-9713700 or visit www.morrismuseum.com.

Lifelong Learning Series: The Culture of the Gatsby Era: Art of the Twenties Five distinguished scholars will explore the culture of the 1920’s and present topics including art, music, fashion, literature and film. 5 week course: Tuesdays, October 1-29, 7:30-9pm. Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, 68 Elm St., Summit. To register call 908-273-9121or visit www.artcenternj.org.

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This world premiere explores the extraordinary life of Mary Ann Evans—better known by her pen name George Eliot. Runs through Oct. 12. Call for dates and times. The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. Call 973-408-5600 for more information.

October programs are Feeling Good About Yourself; Top 10 Divorce Mistakes and How to Avoid Them; and The Distracted Child: Strategies of Managing Hyperactivity. NCJW Center for Women, 70 South Orange Ave., Suite 120, Livingston Call 973-994-4994 or visit www.centerforwomenNJ.org for dates, times and more information.

Bouras Galleries Art Exhibit Bouras Galleries presents Arturo Morales. Watercolor, tempra, acrylic and pastel art exhibit. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Runs through Oct. 30. Bouras Properties, LLC, 25 DeForest Ave, Summit. Call 908277-2103 or email art.morales.design@gmail.com for information.

Watercolors of W. Carl Burger

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Thomas Nast Exhibit “Thomas Nast Brings Down Boss Tweed”. The exhibit features over twenty examples of the political cartoons Thomas Nast created attacking Boss Tweed and Tammany Hall. Mon-Fri 9am-4pm and Sun 1-4pm. Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 45 Macculloch Ave, Morristown. Call 973-538-2404 ext. 10, or visit www.maccullochhall.org.

Based on the hit movie, and a book by Andrew Bergman, this insanely funny comedy tells the tale of a guy with an extraordinary fear of marriage, his longtime girlfriend, and an unscrupulous gambler looking for another shot at love. Runs through Oct. 27. Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Dr., Millburn. Call for dates and times at 973-376-4343 or visit www.papermill.org.

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A safe place to discuss your feelings with other women in similar life circumstances. October groups are Young Widows and Women Coping with Separation & Divorce. NCJW Center for Women, 70 South Orange Ave., Suite 120, Livingston. Please call for dates and times 973-994-4994 or visit www.centerforwomenNJ.org for more information.

Monarchs On The Move Working notably in watercolors, Burger emphasizes the garden in the Garden State, presenting landscape and natural scenes with passion and exuberance. Ongoing. Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973-971-3700 or visit www.morrismuseum.com.

Learn about monarch butterflies and what the new fall season brings for them. Children will hear a story about the journey the Monarch butterflies make and then decorate a paper butterfly to take home. 1:152pm. Ages 3-5. Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 45 Macculloch Ave., Morristown. Call 973-538-2404 for information.

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Hound Of The Baskervilles The hound is more funny than ferocious in this comic retelling of the famous Conan Doyle mystery by Steve Canny and John Nicholson. Runs thru Oct. 13. Sat. 8pm. Sun.2pm. Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts, 10 Durand Rd, Maplewood. Call 973-7634029 for information. (continued on page 12)

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Computer Class: Quickbooks

“Gettin’ The Band Back Together”

Learn to use this financial software to help manage your small business or home in an organized, efficient way. Pre-requisite: Familiarity with accounting terminology and principles; computer literate. Tuesdays 7-8:30pm. NCJW Center for Women, 70 South Orange Ave., Livingston. Call 973-994-4994 or visit www.centerforwomennj.org.

Forced by finances to move back to his childhood home in Sayreville, Mitch—a fine musician thought to be the next Bon Jovi—reunites with his high school band mates in a high-stakes battle of the bands. Runs thru Oct. 27. George Street Playhouse, 9 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Visit www.GPSonline.org or call Box Office at 732-246-7717 for times and dates.

Tai Chi Class Tai Chi is a series of precise flowing movements that develop balance, strength, flexibility, focus, endurance and calmness. 11:30am–12:45pm. Weekly on Tues. SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St., Summit. Call 908-598-5548 for information.

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This psychologically complex play begins just as Juliana Smithton’s research leads to a potential breakthrough, and her life takes a disorienting turn. Mysteries pile up until the truth is revealed one devastating night. Thur, Fri, Sat at 8pm and Sun at 2pm. The Oakes Center, 120 Morris Ave, Summit. Call 908-514-9654 or visit www.dreamcatcherrep.org.

Friends of the Great Swamp Nature on Film

This 8-week session is for adults of all ages with Parkinson’s and movement disorders. 9:30–10:45am. SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St., Summit. Call 908598-5548 for information.

A one-woman art exhibit of sporting dogs and hounds by Jerilyn Weber. 2-4pm. Runs thru Oct. 30. Bernardsville Public Library,1 Anderson Hill Road, Bernardsville. Contact: jerilynweber@comcast.com.

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Increase energy and endurance, strengthen bones and build muscle. Free Tuesdays 1:15-2pm. Pathways of The Connection, 79 Maple St., Summit. Please register by calling Michele Visco at 908-247-4242.

Can being healthy and losing weight be fun and easy? Absolutely! This special workshop led by Denise Maurer of The Lite Method focuses on how you can do just that. 5:30pm.Also Oct. 16 & 30. Mondo, 426 Springfield Ave., Summit. (Third floor-back studio). Call to reserve your seat 908-803-3516.

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Visitors to The Frelinghuysen Arboretum can now enjoy a new visitor amenity—board games. Games include classics like chess and checkers, and also games which feature plants and animals, such as Wildflower Bingo and Gardenopoly. The game rentals are offered from 9am-4pm daily. Visitors can read about the games and then select one that is best suited for their children’s ages and interests. Arboretum staff will suggest shady, seated areas in which families can enjoy an hour or so of “unplugged” time together. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Haggetry Center, 53 Hanover Rd., Whippany. Call 973-722-7779 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org.

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This powerhouse Irish vocal quintet performs powerful ballads, popular hits and heartwarming songs from across the Irish music spectrum which reflect the powerful story of the Celtic people, their legends and their culture. 7:30pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, One Center St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org.

Joni Mitchell’s Blue: A 40th Anniversary Celebration of Joni Mitchell’s landmark album, Blue. Featuring a stellar cast of some of the New York City area’s finest female singer/songwriters. The evening will include performances of all the songs from Blue plus original songs inspired by Joni Mitchell. 8pm. Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973-540-1177 or visit www.folkproject.org.

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Michael W. Smith Performs Contemporary Christian superstar Michael W. Smith has won three Grammys, 40 Dove Awards, has sold over 13 million albums and recorded over two dozen chart-topping hits with his life-affirming music that includes such hits as “Friends” and the crossover smash “Place in this World.” 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, One Center St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org.

Erev Shabbat Services In honor of the retirement of Barbara Hochberg, Director of the Rabbi Barry H. Greene Early Childhood Center. Fridays at 5:30pm. October 18th at 7pm. Congregation B’nai Jeshurun, 1025 South Orange Ave., Short Hills. Call 973-379-555 for information.

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Moon Over The Brewery Written by Philly-area playwright Bruce Graham, it is the story of Miriam Lipsky, a single mom living with her precocious 13-year-old daughter, Amanda. It’s a heartwarming, moving, and blisteringly funny portrait of life in working-class America. Fridays and Saturdays at 8m and Sunday matinees at 2pm. Chester Theatre Group, 54 Grove St., Chester. Call 908-879-7304 or visit www. chestertheatregroup.com.

Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a dry spell which has resulted in a shortage of funds. He receives a script in the mail from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college—a thriller Sidney recognizes as a potential Broadway hit. What happens next is the stuff of Deathtrap. Audiences will be held spellbound to the very end. Written by Ira Levin. Runs through Oct 20. Sitnik Theatre, Centenary Stage Company, 400 Jefferson St., Hackettstown. Call 908-979-0900 x5 or visit www.centenarystageco.org.

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Grand Harvest Wine Festival Back by popular demand, The Garden State Wine Growers Association hosts the Grand Harvest Wine Festival. Spend the afternoon indulging your senses; taste delicious wines, listen to live music, enjoy the smells, and savor the flavors of scrumptious festival foods, and view unique, artisan crafts. Also Oct. 6, Noon-5pm. Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Rd., Morris Township.

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Go back in time with the New Jersey Frontier Guard and learn about life during the French and Indian Wars (1754-1765). Stationed on the front lawn of the Museum, members of the New Jersey Frontier Guard will recreate and demonstrate the crafts, skills, military activities and daily life of the mid-eighteenth century New Jersey resident. 11am-4pm. Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison. Call 973-3772982 for information.

Sponsored by the Madison Chamber of Commerce and Madison PBA #92. 9am-4pm. Rods, trucks, customs, antiques, classics, street machines and special interests. Music by Wolfman Jerry. Just a short walk to Bottle Hill Day. King’s Road, Ambulance Corp. Lot, Madison. Visit www.madisonnjchamber.org for information.

Fall Weekend Photo Scavenger Hunt Take a picture of every item, on the scavenger hunt, return to the Center and pick up your prize. Scavenger lists will change every month. October’s theme is “Ch-, Ch-, Changes”. Saturdays and Sundays in October and November. 9am-3:30pm. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Haggetry Center, 53 Hanover Rd., Whippany. Call 973-722-7779 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org/events.

An Evening with Jason Alexander and His Hair Jason Alexander hits the stage to perform his hilarious one man comedy-variety show that features stand-up comedy, music, improvisation, and audience participation. 8m. Mayo Performing Arts Center, One Center St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org.

Spotlight Gala 2013 Magical Voices Starring the soulful R&B powerhouse Ledisi; Grammyand Latin Grammy-nominated INDIA, “The Princess of Salsa”; The Four Freshmen, with their legendary sound; and the red-hot “vocal play” group Naturally 7, all led by Music Director Ray Chew. 7pm. NJPAC, One Center St., Newark. Call 973-297-5828 or visit www.njpac.org.

Since 2004, Red Molly have been honing their threepart harmonies, crisp musicianship, and warm, engaging stage presence. Brother Sun consists of veteran singer-songwriters and national touring artists. They perform songs from their solo careers with stirring three-part harmonies and a musical style that fuses folk, Americana, blues, pop, jazz, rock, and a cappella. 8pm. Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township, 240 Southern Boulevard, Chatham. Call 973-376-4946 or visit www.sanctuaryconcerts.org.

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Swingin’ Tern Contra And Square Dancing Laura Winslow and Raise the Roof promise a fun evening. This Saturday night dance series is run by the Folk Project. No partner necessary. Please carry in clean soft-soled shoes for dancing. Beginners’ workshop at 7:30pm. 8-11pm. Listeners are welcome. Parish House, First Presbyterian Church, 14 Hanover Rd.,East Hanover. Call 973-295-6864 or visit www. folkproject.org.

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Apple Cidering Participants will help to make cider using an apple press and learn about the history of apple cultivation and cider making. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. 12:30-1:30pm or 2-3pm. Fosterfields Living History Farm, 73 Kahdena Rd., Morris Township. Call 973326-7645 for information.

Walk A-Thon The T.J. Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer & Aids Research 19th. Annual Madison Area Walk-A-Thon. The Foundation will be honoring 2013 Honoree Dr. Michael A. Rossi, Jr. Superintendent of Madison, NJ Public Schools. Featuring a scenic tour through Madison and Drew University. Registration begins at 12 noon and the walk begins at 1pm. Madison Area YMCA, 111 Kings Rd, Madison. Call 973-822-9622 for information.

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“Mostly Motown” Rhonda Denet and the Silver Fox Songs Trio will perform “Mostly Motown” a review of the classic rhythm and blues and soul of the 60s and 70s. 2pm. Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave, Springfield. Call 973-376-4930 or visit www.sfplnj.org.

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Step back through 200 years of American history at two Montclair properties. While at the 108 Orange Road site, visit our chickens on the farm and watch Carolina Capehart cook over the open hearth. At the 30 North Mountain site take a look at the decoration changes the MHS made to better reflect how the Shultz family lived. Both sites are open from 1-4pm. Call 973744-1796 or visit www.montclairhistorical.org for information.

Introductory Horseback Rides A Western-style ride will be held on Sunday, October 6 and an English-style ride will take place on Sunday, Oct. 13. Participants will receive a brief group lesson with one of Lord Stirling Stable’s riding instructors followed by a guided trail ride lasting approximately one hour. Rides times vary. Call 908766-5955 for information. Lord Stirling Stable, 256 S. Maple Ave, Basking Ridge.

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Keeping Life Beautiful with Flowers

Preschoolers and their grown-ups will explore different gardens and learn to look at the garden as a living, changing place. Along the way they will learn how important plants are and why they need to take care of them. The class will include an activity and a story. 11am. The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 E. Hanover Ave., Morristown. Visit www.arboretumfriends.org for information.

Laura Clare, floral designer and event planner, demonstrates techniques and ideas for creating arrangements to add beauty to your life in every season. Laura’s background includes a degree in horticulture and numerous apprenticeships with well-known American and European designers. Free and open to the public. Refreshments are served. Presented by the Maplewood Garden Club. 7:30pm. Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St., Maplewood.

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Take 6, celebrating 25 years, is the quintessential a cappela group and model for vocal genius. An intoxicating brew of gospel, jazz, R&B, and pop. 7:30pm. SOPAC, One SOPAC Way, South Orange. Call 973-275 1114 or visit www.sopacnow.org. (continued on page 18)

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 Spank! The Fifth Shades Parody The naughty fun of the best-selling book comes to life in this musical comedy that has audiences’ inner goddesses laughing out loud with sharp-witted comedy, musical numbers, steamy and fun performances, plus lots of sexy surprises! Adults only; Mature themes, language. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, One Center St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org.

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Featuring performances by Sophia Agranovich, Carolyn Enger and John Blasdale—all pianists. All music lovers welcome. Free. 10:30am. Chase Room at the Madison Library, 39 Keep St., Madison.

Women’s Association Fall Event Mystics & Martinis. 7:30pm. Congregation B’nai Jeshurun, 1025 South Orange Ave., Short Hills. Call 973379-555 for information.

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Death in the Stacks A restless spirit walks, Whose are those old bones? And why is it so vital today… to solve the long-buried story? Enjoy an evening of food, wine and live entertainment as we unravel the baffling mystery. 7:30pm. Ages 21 and over. Maplewood Library, 51 Baker St., Maplewood. Call 973-762-7622 for information.

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Because Moms Need Playgrounds Too! Come to the open house! Clear the Mommy fog brain, connect with other Moms and reconnect with yourself. Raffle prizes, great food and great conversation without kids. 7:45pm. The Connection, 79 Maple St., Summit. RSVP: Kindly send an email to: momsnjsc@yahoo.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 Smokey Robinson Performs This Motown legend performs his greatest hits, including “Cruisin’,” “The Tracks of My Tears,” and more. 8pm. NJPAC, Prudential Hall, One Center St., Newark. Call 973-297-5828 or visit www.njpac.org.

America’s answer to the British Invasion, Sebastian has remained indemand as a solo artist, studio musician, TV/film scorer and songwriter. Tom Rush’s impact on the American music. He has helped shape the folk revival in the ’60s and the renaissance of the ’80s and ’90s. 8pm. SOPAC, One SOPAC Way, South Orange. Call 973-275 1114 or visit www.sopacnow.org.

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Nine-time Grammy Award winner Natalie Cole has proven to be one of the most beloved performers of the last 40 years. Natalie performs the hits you know and love as well as music from her new album, Natalie Cole in Espanol. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, One Center St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org.

Young Angelina sets out to be the star dancer she’s always dreamed of becoming in this musical based on the popular books and TV series. Ages 4-10. 1:30pm & 4pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, One Center St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org.

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almost any environment. “Trees are amazing. They are such efficient organisms, the longest living organism on earth, and they do it in the same exact spot,” says Shaw. “They are efficient in healing themselves, adapting themselves to the environment, and they are so simple and yet complex.” Having trees can also provide aesthetic beauty to a residence or business. “They provide monetary value to the property—in fact, planting trees can improve the property’s value by up to 20 percent, depending on the location,” says Shaw. In addition, trees add functionality. For example, in the summertime, Shaw says a deciduous tree can reduce cooling bills by shading property from the sun. And in the winter, these trees lose their leaves, which allows the sun’s heat to warm the property. “A properly planted and maintained tree can also break the wind so it’s not so intrusive,” says Shaw, who adds that trees also reduce sounds from roads and neighbors, and they add privacy to a property. However, sometimes the company receives requests to remove tress. Shaw says tree removal should always be a last resort, but the client must make the final decision. “The healthiest tree can come down during a storm, while unhealthy trees have withstood

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The Hungry Hungry Games: A Parody “Reaping” big laughs is the aim of this spoof about archer Katniss and her death-defying adventures— catch it before the film release of “Catching Fire!” 3pm & 8pm. NJPAC, Victoria Theater, One Center St., Newark. Call 973-297-5828 or visit www.njpac.org.

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Slaid Cleaves Performs Slaid combines rootsy rowdiness with gothic twang, creating a oneof-a-kind folk-country style. He will appear with his band. Standout Americana trio The Stray Birds will open. 8pm. The Sanctuary Concerts, Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township, 240 Southern Boulevard, Chatham. Call 973-376-4946 or visit www.sanctuaryconcerts.org.

Tricks-N-Treats, Family Fun Day Come in costume and participate in a number of activities, including games and crafts. 1-3pm. Pre-registration recommended. Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison. Call 973-377-2982 for information.

His unique blend of musical-based comedy has earned him fiercely loyal fans around the world who live to experience his sold-out stand-up concerts, best-selling CDs, and top-rated Comedy Central specials. Mature themes, language. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, One Center St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts.org.

AIDA in concert New Jersey Festival Orchestra, in collaboration with Opera At Florham, presents Verdi’s Aida in concert featuring Stars from MY Metropolitan Opera, Coro Lirico and Summit Chorale. David Wroe conducts. 8pm. The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Ave., Westfield and 3pm Sunday October 13 at Ridge Performing Arts Center, Basking Ridge. For tickets and information go to www.njfestivalorchestra.org or call 908 232 9400.

Dr. Ralph Stanley & Sleepy Man Banjo Boys Perform Now 86 and still in superb voice, the revered country and bluegrass singer, Dr. Ralph Stanley performs on his farewell tour. He has made mountain music famous and his legacy will endure through the course of time. 7:30pm. Wilkins Theatre, Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave., Union. Call 908-737-7469 for tickets and information.

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Plainfield Symphony 94th Season Opening Concert The Symphony launches the season with Austrian film and romantic music composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Violin Concerto in D. The featured soloist will be Plainfield Symphony’s own talented concertmistress Evelyn Estava. 7pm. Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church located, 716 Watchung Ave., Plainfield. Visit www.plainfieldsymphony.org.

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Meet members of the Ramapough Lenape Indians and watch as they present a traditional drum circle, dances in regalia, and showcase authentic tools and artifacts from hundreds of years ago. Listen to a historical speaker and storyteller. Take a guided walk on the wooded trails to discover how the Lenape used local plants, or explore the interior of the wigwam. Activities and crafts. Noon-4pm. The Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Boulevard, Chatham. Call 973-6356629 for information.

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Mariinsky Orchestra Performs Valery Gergiev leads his soul-stirring ensemble in a program that includes Stravinsky’s “The Firebird” and Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3, with guest pianist Denis Matsuev. 3pm. NJPAC, Prudential Hall, One Center St., Newark. Call 973-2975828 or visit www.njpac.org.

Friends of the Great Swamp Second Sunday This month’s topic: Refuges Of New Jersey with a virtual tour of the five national wildlife refuges in New Jersey. Share your own experiences and best sightings about our state’s refuges. 1:30pm. Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center, 32 Pleasant Plains Rd., Harding Township. Call 973-4259510 or visitwww.friendsofgreatswamp.org.

“Designated Hitter” Program John Cronin talks about the statistics, history and lore behind the use of the Designated Hitter in World Series play. Find out if there’s any truth to the rumors that the DH has been responsible for series wins or losses. Free and open to all. New Providence Library, 377 Elkwood Ave., New Providence. For information visit www.newprovidencelibrary.org.

Friends’ Swamp Sitters Host The Big Sit! Learn about birds and bird identification during this annual event. Stop by during the day and join the fun. 6am to dusk. Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Overlook, Pleasant Plains Rd., Harding Township. Call 973-425-4510 or visit www.friendsofgreatswamp.org.

Two classes taught by Debra Martin, the UnConventional Coach and fitness pro. FIT JAM:Why exercise when you can dance? Upbeat mix of contemporary hip hop, street jazz and club. 3:00pm FUNCTIONALLY FIT: a full intensity strength training workout. Stay for both! Free.Open to the public. The Connection, 79 Maple St., Summit. Call 908-273-4242 for information.

16th Annual Salute to Horse Power Show The annual classic automobile and motorcycle show will take place from 9am-3pm. Trophies, plaques, and goodie bags will be presented, and door prizes will be raffled. Free pony rides and tractor-pulled hayrides will be available from 10am-noon and from 1-2:30pm. (rain date: Sunday, October 20). Lord Stirling Stable, 256 S. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge. Call 908-766-5955 or visit www. somersetcountyparks.org.

Lesley Gore Performs Debut of a chart-topping pop singer who helped set the soundtrack of the 1960s. 7pm. NJPAC, Victoria Theater, One Center St., Newark. Call 973297-5828 or visit www.njpac.org.

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Joel Zelnik Trio Concert “My Bill Evans—A Personal Conversation” based on Mr. Zelnik’s dialogues with Bill Evans, a seven-time Grammy Award Winner, at the Village Gate during the mid-1960s. Signature Evans works will be performed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Free. Bernardsville Library, 1 Anderson Hill Rd., Bernardsville. Call 908-766-0118 for information. (continued on page 26)

Celebrity Readings

Faith Prince Norbert Leo Butz Michelle Federer

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The TBJ Brotherhood will spend the day at a Habitat site. Congregation B’nai Jeshurun, 1025 South Orange Ave., Short Hills. Call 973-379-555 for information.

As part of SAGE’s monthly P.R.E.P. Support Group meeting, Michele Cameron, RN, MA, Atlantic Home Care and Hospice, will be discussing medication safety. The presentation will focus on ways to take medications safely and identify dangers in administration and side effects. 7-9pm. SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St., Summit. Call 908-598-5548 for information.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 Halloween and Thanksgiving Centerpiece Demonstration Marge Hulstrunk, Professional Floral Designer, will demonstrate how to create unique, easy and affordable centerpieces using seasonal flowers, foliage, vegetables, and ornamental grasses that are sure to impress. 7-8:30pm. Registration required. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Haggetry Center, 53 Hanover Rd., Whippany. Call 973-722-7779 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org/events.

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Diana Krall: Glad Rag Doll World Tour

Kids’ History Club At each one-hour class, kids will learn about a different aspect of history through discussion, hands-on activities, and the MHS collections. A six-week class for students in Grades 4-6. Tuesdays. 3:30–4:30pm. Runs thru Nov.19. Montclair Historical Society, 108 Orange Rd., Montclair. Call 973-744-1796, email mail@montclairhistorical.org or visit www.montclairhistorical.org.

Look Up, Look Down, Autumn Colors All Around

The acclaimed vocalist and pianist has wowed critics and audiences alike with breathy interpretations of the Great American Songbook as well as original compositions that have made this three-time Grammy winner the most successful female jazz artist of the past 20 years. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown. Call 973-5398008 or visit www.mayoarts,org.

Hope Lives Here

Red, orange, yellow-the colors of autumn are all around the garden. Children ages 3-5 years old will play leaf games in the garden and learn what happens inside the trees to cause the leaves to change color. There will be story time and craft project. 1:15-2pm. Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 45 Macculloch Ave., Morristown. Call 973-538-2404 or visit www.maccullochhall.org.

Inspired by real-life stories of women who are teenage mothers, former foster children, and domestic violence victims, this eye-opening stage play sheds light on their journey before, during, and after coming to the safe haven of Sierra House. 1pm & 7pm. SOPAC, One SOPAC Way, South Orange. Call 973-275 1114 or visit www.sopacnow.org.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 Patrizio Buanne Performs

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16 Brotherhood Fall Harvest BBQ 7pm. Congregation B’nai Jeshurun, 1025 South Orange Ave., Short Hills. Call 973-379-555 for information.

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International singing sensation showcases his musical versatility that ranges from Italian favorites to timeless romantic standards to modern pop. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit awww.mayoarts,org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 An Evening with Don Rickles

“Kids are cute, kids are fun. But they’re kind of like living with homeless people, aren’t they? They just chase you around the house all day long going, ‘Can I have a dollar? I’m hungry. I need a ride.”

Kathleen Madigan: “Gone Madigan”

Spend the night with Mr. Warmth himself—entertainment’s long-reigning “Merchant of Venom”. 8pm. NJPAC, Prudential Hall, One Center St., Newark. Call 973-297-5828 or visit www.njpac.org.

An American Comedy Award winner for Best Female StandUp, Kathleen Madigan’s accessible and unpretentious style has earned her a devoted and growing following. Language, mature themes. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts,org.

Playaway Day! Playaways are digital audiobook players that don’t have the clunky CDs of a book on CD. Learn how they work from Playaway Rep. Donna Destefano. 3-7pm. Free family program; just drop in. Bernardsville Library, 1 Anderson Hill Rd., Bernardsville. Call 908-766-0118 for information.

Our Town—Preview The ordinary citizens of the ordinary town of Grover’s Corners weave an extraordinary and timeless tale about life, love and mortality. Written by Thornton Wilder. Runs thru Nov.17. The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. Call 973408-5600 for more information.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 Kirk Franklin Performs Contemporary gospel music gets an energy boost from this inspirational crossover vocalist. 8pm. NJPAC, Prudential Hall, One Center St., Newark. Call 973-297-5828 or visit www.njpac.org.

Buskin & Batteau with Avi Wisnia Playing together as Tom Rush’s backup band the combination was too good to remain in the background. Not only are they brilliant musicians and singers, they are both superb songwriters. Avi Wisnia represents the best in the pop-oriented singer-songwriter genre finding inspiration in classic Brazilian bossa nova and acoustic American folk. 8pm. Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973- 540-1177 or visit www.folkproject.org.

Tot Shabbat 5pm. Congregation B’nai Jeshurun, 1025 South Orange Ave, Short Hills. Call 973-379-555 for more information. (continued on page 28)

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

Abendmusik Concert— Rio Clemente, Jazz Pianist

Alice Cooper Performs

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Rio Clemente, “The Bishop of Jazz” will present an evening of music in his own indefinable style! 7:30pm. Morristown United Methodist Church, 50 S. Park Place (on the Green), Morristown. Call 973538-2132 for information.

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

Rock legend Alice Cooper performs classics such as “No More Mr. Nice Guy,” “School’s Out” and “I’m Eighteen.” Come if you dare! 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown. Call 973539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts,org.

Swingin’ Tern Contra and Square Dancing Don Flaherty will call the contras and Fingerplay will be the band. This Saturday night dance series is run by the Folk Project. No partner necessary. Please carry in clean soft-soled shoes for dancing. Beginners’ workshop at 7:30pm. 8-11pm. Listeners are welcome. Parish House, First Presbyterian Church, 14 Hanover Rd., East Hanover. Call 973-295-6864 or visit www.folkproject.org.

Based on the beloved book by Laura Joffe Numeroff, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie is an adventurous, fun-filled performance. Pre-k through 5th grade. 11am. Centenary Stage Company, 400 Jefferson St., Hackettstown. Call 908-979-0900 or visit www.centenarystageco.org.

Giants of Jazz Now in its sixteenth year, Giants of Jazz has become an annual music phenomenon – literally a one-night festival that has established South Orange as a major New Jersey venue for world-class jazz. 8pm. SOPAC, One SOPAC Way, South Orange. Call 973-275 1114 or visit www.sopacnow.org.

7th Annual Craft Fair Handmade ceramics, quilts, jewelry, and much more, 10am-4pm. New Providence Library, 377 Elkwood Ave., New Providence. CallEd Schroeder, 908-665-0015 for information.

Over 5000 consigned items will be offered to the public including jewelry, collectibles, clothing, furniture, accessories, household and gift items. This semi-annual event is sponsored by the Hilltop Church Deacons who welcomed items from consignors in the Mendham, Chester, Randolph, Bernardsville area. 9am-3pm. Hilltop House, 14 Hilltop Rd., Mendham. Call 973-543-2092 or visit www.facebook.com/HilltopChurchConsignmentSaleOct192013”.

Shred-It Day Shred-It, Inc. returns for secure destruction of sensitive documents, after which the shredded papers will be recycled into other paper products. This is not only eco-friendly but counts towards our Sustainable Jersey Program. 11am-3pm at the Public Parking Lot #1 on Kings Rd (between Maple Ave & Prospect St). For further information, please email Carmela Moeller at: carmoeller@aol.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 Sunday Science with John Lyga Grades 2 & up with accompanying adult. Advance registration is required. 2pm. Bernardsville Library,1 Anderson Hill Rd., Bernardsville. Call 908-766-0118 for information.

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Terrarium Workshop

ZenTangles

Join artist Tica Martin as she teaches an interactive workshop in the art of terrarium making. Participants will learn about the history of the terrarium and then create one to take home. 2pm. All supplies will be provided. Pre-registration required. Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison. Call 973-377-2982 for information.

Fran Goodin’s ZenTangles workshop uses only pencil, pen, paper and eraser to create beautiful designs of repetitive patterns. Promotes a relaxed state, for women in any stage of cancer treatment: newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment or post treatment. All materials will be provided, registration is required. Free. 11:30am-1:30pm. The Connection, 79 Maple St., Summit Call 908-2474242 for information.

Historic Skills Class— Woodworking A hands-on class where you can use the antique tools in the historical society’s tool collection. Taught by carpenter and furniture refinisher Dean Squires. Advanced registration is required. Montclair Historical Society, 108 Orange Road, Montclair. Call 973-744-1796 visit www.montclairhistorical.org.

Society of Musical Arts Concert

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 “Industrial Archaeology in New Jersey” Joe Macasek presents this program. Narrated and visual presentation relates the story of several recent archaeology projects in Morris County revealing little known aspects of local history, and found in places no one thought to look. Included are iron making, canal and railroad stories as well as some artifacts that popped up along the way. 8pm. Garabrant Center, 4 Wilson St., Mendham. Visit www.inmendham.com for information.

Alzheimer’s Association Support Group

The Society of Musical Arts presents a orchestral concert “Invitation to Dance”. The concert will mark the world premiere of Roberto Sierra’s “Montuno,” composed expressly for the orchestra. Roberto Sierra will be at the concert; he and Stephen Culbertson, music director and conductor will discuss the new work with the audience after the performance. 4pm. Free. St. George’s Episcopal Church, 550 Ridgewood Rd., Maplewood. Call 973 763 4939 or visit www.soma.ar88.net.

4th Annual 5k &1 Mile Fun Run A fun filled family event. There will be refreshments, music, activities for children and raffle items. This race is USA Track & Field sanctioned and the course will provide 2 water stations. 10am. St. Patrick Parish, 45 Chatham St., Chatham. For registration and questions visit www.stpat5k.org.

This support group provides an opportunity for caregivers, families and friends to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, share their feelings and concerns, and support each other in coping with the effects of the disease. 10am. SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St., Summit. Call 908-598-5548 for information.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 Chatham/Madison Kiwanis Annual Pasta Dinner Dinners will include spaghetti and sauce, meatballs, salad, parmesan cheese, rolls, drinks and a desert. Arminio’s Italian Corner restaurant of Chatham will prepare the meals. The Pasta Dinner is for the benefit of community projects and scholarships. 5:30-7:15pm. Takeout service available from 4:157:15pm. Cafeteria of Chatham High School, 255 Lafayette Ave., Chatham. Call 973-723-5699 or visit www.chathammadisonkiwanis.org. (continued on page 30)

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Options For End-Of Life Care A presentation on POLST (Practitioner Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment) to inform members of the public about how recently passed legislation in New Jersey provides for better protection of patient preferences for end-of-life care. 6-8:45pm. Springfields Free Public Library’s Donald B. Palmer Museum, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield. Free but registration required by calling 908 789-1717.

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Wear a Halloween costume! Boys and girls ages 5+ enjoy pizza, gym time, dance, plus arts and crafts. 6 -9pm. The Connection, 79 Maple St., Summit. Call 908-273-4242 or visit TheConnectionOnline.org.

Mischief Night Madness Enjoy a game of miniature golf with the ghouls. Wear a costume and get a free goodie bag. Free cider and donuts along with moonlight hay rides, spooky tales from the witch’s cauldron, and a Park Ranger guided night hike. 4-9pm. Somerset County Park Commission, Colonial Park Putting Course, Franklin. Call 908 7221200 ext. 226 for more information.

Gregg Allman Performs

Since 1969, Gregg Allman’s keyboards and compelling vocals have powered the Allman Brothers Band. Enjoy a night of Southern rock and blues as only Gregg can deliver. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown. Call 973539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts,org.

Mulebone with Rick Ilowite Perform

Mulebone is the acoustic blues duo of guitarist Hugh Pool and floutist John Ragusa. Think Jethro Tull. Rick Ilowite is a fingerstyle blues guitarist but he can strap on a Strat and wail as well. 8pm. Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. Call 973- 540-1177 or visit www.folkproject.org.

Talk & Tea

Marta McDowell will discuss her new book “Beatrix Potter’s Gardening Life: The Plants and Places that Inspired the Classic Children’s Tales”. Tea & light lunch will be served in the historic mansion. 11am-1pm. Cross Estate, site of the New Jersey Brigade Unit of Morristown National Historical Park, 61 Jockey Hollow Rd., Bernardsville. Visit www.crossestategardens.org for information.

Love, Loss and What I Wore Nora and Delia Ephron’s witty and touching play uses clothing, accessories, and the memories they trigger to tell funny and often poignant stories that every woman can relate to. Vincent J. Balzano will direct. Also Oct. 26 & 27.Berkeley Light Opera Company will present the play at Wharton Music Center, 60 Locust Ave., Berkeley Heights. Visit www.BerkeleyLightOperaCompany.org for information.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 The TBJ Brotherhood Concert Series Peter Noone & Herman’s Hermits. 7 & 9:30pm. Congregation B’nai Jeshurun, 1025 South Orange Ave., Short Hills. Call 973-379-555 for information.

John Gorka Performs

Madeleine Peyroux Performs

“The preeminent singer/songwriter of the new folk movement” (Rolling Stone), performs. Special guest is quirky songwriter Honor Finnegan. 8pm. The Sanctuary Concerts, Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township, 240 Southern Blvd., Chatham. Call 973376-4946 or visit sanctuaryconcerts.org.

Madeleine Peyroux has drawn comparisons to the likes of Billie Holiday and Bessie Smith for her intimately arranged covers of classic blues and jazz. Now Peyroux takes on the challenge of the music of Ray Charles in her new chart-topping release The Blue Room, reinterpreting his Modern Sounds in Country & Western Music in an exciting new light. 8pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts,org.

CASA SHaW Runs for Kids Court Appointed Special Advocates of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties (CASA SHaW) is hosting its third annual “Be a Superhero for Kids” 5k run and 1-mile walk. Runners and their families are encouraged to dress in costumes, minus masks or long capes for safety reasons, to show their support for children in crisis by being a superhero for them. There will be a prize for the top male and female costumes. Meadow Breeze Park, 52 Kayharts Ln., Washington. Email Tracey at tracey@casashaw.org for information.

Trail Tales Hear silly, slightly spooky, and nature-themed tales told by costumed storytellers along the decorated nighttime trails of the Great Swamp! Sign up in advance for a time slot as they fill up quickly! Ages 4 & Up. Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Blvd., Chatham. Call 973-635-6629 for information.

Halloween Hoopla

Cooking Demonstration: One Potato, Two Potato Once you’ve had a fresh dug potato, it’s hard to go back to store bought ones. There are a million ways to prepare them and certain types of potatoes are best used for certain dishes. Registration required. 1-3pm. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Haggetry Center, 53 Hanover Rd., Whippany. Call 973-722-7779 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org/events.

The Sights & People of Fairmount Avenue

Children and their parents are invited to attend a Halloween costume parade followed by a magic show and trick-or-treating in the Madison downtown business area. Starts 11am. In case of rain, the show will be held inside the gym at the Madison Junior School, 160 Main St., Madison. Call 973-377-7830 or visit www.madisonnjchamber.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 Meet & Make: Migratory Marks All ages are invited to meet the fall exhibiting artists and make art inspired by their work. This event is free and open to the public from 2 –4pm. Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, 68 Elm St., Summit. Call 908273-9121or visit www.artcenternj.org.

Hear unique stories of Fairmount Avenue: the early days of the fire department, “Bumps the Bumps” man, how the avenue really got its name, and more! Hosted and presented by the Chatham Historical Society. Refreshments will be served! 2:30pm. The Library of the Chathams, 214 Main Street, Chatham. For more information visit www.chathamnjhistoricalsociety.org. (continued on page 32)

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Halloween Concert The Harmonium Outreach Chorus, Grace Episcopal Church School Choirs and Gargoyles present Bach to rock, pirates to pumpkins, “Monster Mash” to “Zombie Jamboree” and a selection of spooky organ music. Free will donation and a food bank offering. 3pm. Grace Episcopal Church, 4 Madison Ave., at Kings Rd., Madison. Call 973-538-6969 or visit www.harmonium.org.

Bones and Stones: Who’s Buried at the Presbyterian Church

Step back in time to 1733 and get to know Morristown’s founding families, many of whom are buried in the graveyard behind the area’s first church. Learn about the history and architecture of the church and hear the stories of its early parishioners, including the Lindsleys, Fords, Kings and Vails. Plan to tread carefully through the wooded, sacred ground—resting place of 135 Revolutionary War soldiers. Afterwards, plan to visit the Vail Mansion at 110 South Street at dusk for the third annual “Pumpkin Illumination.” Artistically-carved pumpkins will be lit up by the reflective pond in front of the mansion as part of an annual community-wide Halloween celebration. 3:304:30pm. Presbyterian Church of Morristown, 57 East Park Place. Call 973-631-5151for reservations.

Masks: Art and Ceremony Learn about the many uses of masks in history and society--other than Halloween. See images of masks and learn about their uses for the Alaskan Eskimos for thousands of years. 11am. Ethical Culture Society, 516 Prospect St., Maplewood. For more information contact Barbara Lipton at 973-763-1905 or by emailing ecses.nj@gmail.com

MONDAY, OCTOBER 28 Something Wicked This Way Comes This evening of delightfully chilling readings from classic ghost and horror tales presented by an esteemed company of actors is a great way to kick off the Halloween week! 7:30-9:30pm. The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. Call 973-408-5600 for more information.

Singles Casual Social Business and Social Networking for the 40’s and 50’s+ singles. Optional workshop “Achieving Your Relationship Goals” with Jeanine D. Dropkin, Ph.D. Therapist/Consultant/Lecturer. Sharp casual attire. 6-9pm. Happy Hour ‘til 7pm. Hat Tavern at The Grand Summit Hotel, 570 Springfield Ave., Summit. Call 610-348-5544 or visit www.PBSNinfo.com.

Annual St. Pat’s Community 5k

n Sunday, October 20, 2013, St. Patrick Parish in Chatham will host their Annual St. Pat’s Community 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run. The event will feature a classic USATF & New Jersey Grand Prix rated 5k, as well as a fun 1-mile walk as well as prizes for First, Second and Third places and age group awards. All proceeds from the race will benefit St. Patrick Parish, St. Patrick School and organizations within the Chatham Community in memory of Father Edward Hinds. For more information or to register, please visit www.stpat5k.org. s

Drop-In Craft & Coffee Relax with a cup of coffee while your child does a craft. Free. Just drop in. 10:30am. Bernardsville Library, 1 Anderson Hill Rd., Bernardsville. Call 908-766-0118 for information.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 Sandy: One Year Later The devastation of Hurricane Sandy and the efforts to rebuild are the focus of a one-year anniversary remembrance, featuring performances and conversations. 7pm. NJPAC, Victoria Theater, One Center St., Newark. Call 973-297-5828 or visit www.njpac.org.

Deer Management: The Right Balance Topics include the benefits of deer management in New Jersey; deer management in neighboring towns; safe sites to hunt in Bernardsville; and the role of the Bernardsville Police Dept. Followed by a Q&A. 7pm. Free. Advance sign-up is requested. Bernardsville Library, 1 Anderson Hill Rd., Bernardsville. Call 908766-0118 for information.

Startlight on Stage: Piano Quartets of Mozart, Brahms and Dvorak Enjoy chamber music in the round as you sit onstage surrounding the performers! Featuring Alexander Abayev, violin; Borys Deviatov, viola; Wanda Glowacka, cello; Laryssa Krupa Slobodyanik, piano. 7:30pm. Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown. Call 973-539-8008 or visit www.mayoarts,org.

Pumpkin Painting Bring a pumpkin; we’ll supply the paint and decorations. Free. Just drop in. 4-5pm. Bernardsville Library, 1 Anderson Hill Rd., Bernardsville. Call 908-7660118 for information.

Annual St. Pats Community 5K 10am, Sunday, October 20 St. Patrick Parish 45 Chatham St., Chatham www.stpat5k.org

WEDNESDAY. OCTOBER 30 Exploring End-of-Life Issues This program, led by Deanna Butters, MAOM, CDP, and Ellisa Lee, RN, BS, CDP, explores end-of-life decisions, emotions and grief. Techniques on dealing with grief and how to help families help their loved ones during this process will be discussed. 6pm–8pm. SAGE Eldercare, 290 Broad St., Summit. Call 908598-5548 for information.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 Trick or Treat at Macculloch Hall Macculloch Hall Historical Museum invites children and their families to trick or treat! Take pictures, gather sweets and enjoy the gardens dressed up in your Halloween finest! 1-5pm. Maccolloch Hall, 45 Maccolloch Ave, Morristown. For more information, visit www.maccollochhall.org or call 973-538-2404.

Halloween Parade at Library of the Chathams Meet in the children’s room for spooky stories and parade around library grounds in your costumes! Be sure to bring your camera as this is sure to provide more than a few photo ops! 10-11:30am. Library of The Chathams, 214 Main St., Chatham. For more informaiton, please call 973-635-0603.

Still Life in Watercolor Bernardsville artist Rae Hoffman teaches this beginner to intermediate watercolor class that stresses color, value and balance using seasonal still life arrangements. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Ave., Morris Township. For more informaiton or to register please call 973-326-7603. s

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GettinG at the heart of GERD So you’ve recently enjoyed a spicy meal and now you’re “paying” for it with an acidy, burning feeling in your throat and chest. Most of us have experienced reflux and heartburn from time to time, but they usually go away on their own. for many people, however, these common digestive conditions are chronic and can take the “zest” out of their life (or at the very least their diet!).

astroesophageal reflux disease—or GeRD—occurs when the valve that connects the esophagus to the stomach weakens, allowing food and acid or bile to back up into the esophagus. This backwash can irritate the lining of the esophagus and cause associated symptoms such as heartburn. Obesity, asthma, diabetes and pregnancy are among the health factors that can contribute to GeRD’s onset. The majority of GeRD cases are remedied with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter (OtC) medications. experts recommend maintaining a healthy weight and wearing loose clothing around your waist, both of which reduce pressure on your stomach. If possible, raise the head of your bed by about six inches to keep stomach contents from traveling backward; you can try either placing blocks under the bed feet or purchasing a specially made wedge from a medical supply store and inserting it between box spring and mattress. and if you smoke, quit, as a nicotine habit can adversely affect the function of the lower sphincter muscle of the esophagus. OtC meds for GeRD typically include antacids like Maalox and tums that quickly neutralize stomach acid; H-2-receptor blockers such as Pepcid aC and Zantac that reduce the production of stomach acid; and proton pump inhibitors like Prilosec and Prevacid that block stomach acid production. Very often, these medications are taken in conjunction with one another. If you still don’t find relief after taking them for a few weeks, your doctor can prescribe stronger H-2-receptor blockers and proton pump inhibitors, as well as prokinetic agents that strengthen the valve between the esophagus and stomach. Complementary therapies also may help alleviate GeRD. Herbal remedies such as licorice and chamomile, along with relaxation techniques and acupuncture, are used to reduce symptoms in some cases.

What, How and When to Eat • The key to controlling GeRD is identifying what foods cause your symptoms and then altering your diet accordingly. Start by documenting everything you eat, including the time of day, the details of your eating experience, and any symptoms you have afterward. • Generally, to combat GeRD you should avoid not only your personal trigger foods, but also foods that are spicy, fried, high in fat (especially trans fat) and very hot temperature-wise. Caffeine, garlic, onion, mint, chocolate, alcohol and tomato sauce are some of the most common trigger foods. What experts advise adding to your diet are papaya and pineapple, which contain enzymes that help break down proteins during digestion; omega-3 fatty acids, which assist in boosting immunity and can be taken as supplements or found in foods like salmon; and iodized salt, which aids in maintaining proper levels of iodine and sodium (low levels often are linked with reflux). How and when you eat are just as important to managing GeRD. eat smaller meals, slowly and in an upright position. after eating, don’t lie down or go to bed for at least a few hours. and drink a lot of water. as always, speak with your physician before taking any medications or trying complementary therapies to ensure they are safe for you to do so. When lifestyle changes, medications and diet modifications prove ineffective in minimizing or eliminating GeRD, your doctor may propose more invasive measures like surgery. s

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357 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ 908-598-7797 www.atlantichealth.org/centerforwellbeing At the Center for Well Being, board-certified integrative medicine physicians and health care providers offer patients the best of western medicine combined with innovative lifestyle change treatments designed to achieve optimal health. Our physicians and healthcare providers treat the mind, body, and spirit and are trained to prevent and treat disease using evidenced based medicine from all global healing traditions. We offer massage, acupuncture, personal training, nutritional counseling, wellness coaching, and lectures.

Crane’s Mill 459 Passaic Avenue, West Caldwell 973-276-6700 • www.cranesmill.org Crane’s Mill offers luxury independent living apartments and cottages with continuing care including assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation and memory support. Residents enjoy fine dining, housekeeping, indoor pool, gym, activities, transportation and more.

Daughters of Israel 1155 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange 973-400-3307 www.daughtersofisrael.org Daughters of Israel is a multi-faceted, skilled nursing facility offering the most comprehensive services, including long-term care, sub-acute rehabilitation, Alzheimer’s care, hospice/palliative care, respite care, and semi-independent living.

Green Hill, Inc. 103 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange 973-731-2300 www.green-hill.com www.gogreenhousehomes.com Green Hill has been providing compassionate, personal care for more than 144 years. Rely on them for Medicare rehabilitative services and long-term nursing needs, as well as Independent and Assisted Living care. They are proud to be a part of the Green House Home project, which is the first of its kind in New Jersey and only found at Green Hill. Call us to schedule a tour and learn more about the unique environment that a Green House Home can provide.

JAG Physical Therapy John Gallucci Jr., MS, ATC, PT, DPT

622 Eagle Rock Avenue, West Orange 973-669-0078 • www.jagpt.com info@jagpt.com JAG Physical Therapy is a comprehensive, outpatient physical therapy company which provides physical therapy care for general

orthopedic, sports and soft tissue injuries, workers’ compensation cases and Medicare patients. JAG Physical Therapy has seven facilities throughout New Jersey located in West Orange, Warren, Cedar Knolls, Union, Hackensack, Woodbridge and Princeton.

The Lite Method Denise Maurer Mondo, 426 Springfield Avenue, Summit 908-803-3516 www.TheLiteMethod.com The Lite Method is a whole life approach for weight loss, stress reduction, increased energy & overall nourishing of the whole body, mind & spirit. Denise Maurer’s approach with a new client is to meet for a complementary hour of individual consultation. She listens to your needs & concerns, and develops a personalized program to help you reach your goals. As a graduate of The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, a Certified Reiki facilitator, Certified Yoga instructor & a Certified teacher in “Divine Sleep” Yoga Nidra meditation, she has a wealth of resources to draw from to help you.

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Neigel Center for Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Janet M. Neigel, M.D., F.A.C.S and Sarah Lazarus, MHS, PA-C 101 Old Short Hills Road, Suite 204, West Orange 973-325-7779 www.eyelid.com lash@eyelid.com The Neigel Center is a leader in the war against aging. The practice offers cosmetic surgery for the face and the body, Botox, Dermal Fillers, Sculptra, as well as laser treatments and advanced medical spa services. Recognized expert in Ophthalmic, Plastic, Orbital and Reconstructive Surgery.

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New Jersey Eye Care/ New Jersey Contact Lenses 249 Main Street, Millburn 973-467-2288 • www.njcontactlenses.com New Jersey Eye Care offers the best, most complete & comprehensive eye care available today. They can care for you & your family at all ages and stages from birth through senior status. They offer Infant See Program, vision screening for infants & toddlers, scheduled Back-toSchool eye exams. They can screen for visual problems that may contribute to learning difficulties, and using the Optos Pasnoramic 200, are able to offer dilation-free retinal exams to even their youngest patients. Using the state of the art technology and some of the newest and most innovative instrumentation available, they are able to provide, the most thorough eye examination available. They evaluate, monitor, and when appropriate treat, all types of problems from glaucoma or keratoconus to diabetic, hypertensive or other sight threatening diseases. They also have many years of experience fitting challenging contact lens cases with complications such as keratoconus, penetrating keratoplasty, and post corneal graft scarring. New Jersey Eye Care is the Contact Lens Problem Solver.

NJ Advanced Acupuncture 750 Bloomfield Ave, Verona • 201-400-2261 6 Green Village Rd, Madison • 201-400-2261 www.njadvancedacupuncture.com Morgan Reade, Licensed Acupuncturist, approaches your body’s health in a holistic manner. He specializes in autoimmune diseases, infertility and allergies. His broad clinical experience, combined with his caring touch, provides patients with the highest quality care. Morgan Reade Welcomes Rhonda Bilsker Pearl to the practice. Rhonda is Board Certified in Oriental Medicine/Acupuncture and a Board Certified Herbalist. She specializes in pain management and female disorders.

Northern New Jersey Eye Institute Charles J. Crane, M.D. - Bernard C. Spier, M.D. 71 Second St., South Orange 973-763-2203 • www.nnjei.com nnjei@aol.com The Northern New Jersey Eye Institute and our staff of ophthalmologists and optometrists are dedicated to providing friendly, professional

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NYC Surgical Associates David A Greuner, MD 555 Passaic Ave, West Caldwell 888-286-6600 www.veincenters.net info@nycsurgical.net Dr Greuner has been a noted guest on many local and national shows highlighting his expertise in the field of vein disease. He has invented new cutting edge techniques including the “No Knife Endovenous Laser”. Visit our office for a comprehensive examination of your leg pain, swelling and varicose veins.

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Visiting Angels of Suburban Essex 14 Forest Ave, Caldwell • 973-226-9090 www.visitingangels.com The care of the elderly and disabled is the heart of this business operated by three sisters, all registered nurses from the Phillippines. Marilou, the director, uses a hands-on approach to assess and provide clients with home health caregivers tailored to their needs. The Visiting Angels of Suburban Essex believe in maintaining a person’s independence and dignity, especially in the senior years of his or her life when he or she deserves the most courtesy and respect. s

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Ask the expert By Susan Wilinski, photo by Sharon Stern Morgan Reade

Putting a Fine Point on Pain

ausea, rash, heartburn and stomach ulcers. Dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue and headaches. These maladies and more can be found listed on the labels of many pain relievers as possible side effects. It’s no wonder that more patients are seeking alternative treatments for pain and other conditions in order to avoid unpleasant reactions. At NJ Advanced Acupuncture, with one office in Verona, one in Madison and one to open next month in West Caldwell, head acupuncturist Morgan Reade offers patients another means for treating what ails them.

Q: Why would a patient opt for acupuncture over traditional medical treatment?

Q: Is acupuncture safe? Are there any risks or side effects?

A: Because we are detectives. We are the last people you come to

A: The needles are one-use disposable needles. Acupuncture is one

see after you have been to a primary care physician, a specialist or a chiropractor in order to figure out what everyone else could not. We dig deeper, and if we can’t help you, we will refer you elsewhere so that you can move forward.

Q: What is acupuncture and what types of conditions does it treat? A: Acupuncture uses needles to stimulate the nervous system into

healing. Chinese medicine views the body as a whole. We use the Chinese model integrated with Western medicine. Almost any condition can be treated with acupuncture. Most common conditions are pain, infertility, diabetes, skin and autoimmune conditions. Diet therapy and herbs or supplements are also included in treatment.

Q: Is acupuncture painful? A: Pretty much everyone who comes in is anxious and will say, “You are putting needles in me.” The needles are actually only the thickness of a hair. They stay on the surface and it’s almost painless. You might feel a little prick, but it’s less disturbing than a mosquito bite. Most people fall asleep or get deeply relaxed.

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of the oldest treatments in history and safer than drugs or surgery. Possible bruising is the worst that could happen.

Q: How many treatments are typically needed? A: Treatment frequency is based on how long you have had a

problem. For example, a 10-year-old back injury cannot be fixed in one treatment. Every treatment is based on the person. There is no cookie cutter approach here. We start with a full health history and a parental health history and may need to refer you for blood work. Usually six to twelve visits once or twice a week will suffice.

Q: How much are treatments and are they covered by insurance? A: Most good insurance plans are covering acupuncture treat-

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DIAMOND MINDS By Barry Farber

THREE STRIKES DON’T COUNT YOU OUT PART 2Continued from September… Three factors turned things around for Hearn. “First,” he says, “I recognized that I had a problem. I couldn’t keep wallowing in self-pity; I had to do something for myself. So I got psychiatric help. “Second, I filled my mind with positive things to change my thought process. I became a tape junky and it worked. I listened to Earl Nightingale and other positive and inspirational programs all the time, everywhere I went. After a while, these affirmations began to lift my spirits, and I started thinking more positively. “The third thing that really gave me hope was when I was invited to speak to a Rotary Club in Kansas City by a former Chiefs player. I really didn’t want to go. I was still depressed. But my buddy insisted. After the speech a man approached me and said he was the president of a national speaker’s bureau. He said, ‘You have a great story and you tell it well. Corporate America will pay you to do this because so many people are facing challenges in today’s world.’ I went home and told my wife, ‘I don’t know what all this is about, why I went through all this crap. But today a man told me I could have a big impact on a lot of people.’” These days, Hearn travels all over the country speaking to corpora-

tions, associations, and youth groups. Barry Farber “You can get anything you want in this life if you help enough people get what they want. That’s the theme by which I live my life,” says Hearn. “When I go out and speak today, certainly I get paid nicely, but some of the greatest paychecks are the emotional paychecks I get when people say, ‘I didn’t want to come to this meeting but it was mandatory. These things are so boring. But I’m glad I came today because you really touched me. You had a tremendous impact on my life today.’ It doesn’t get any better than that. If I never had the shoulder injury or had never gotten sick, I would not have had the opportunity to do this. I could’ve played 20 years in the big leagues without the opportunity to impact the lives that I do today.” As Ed Hearn shows us, you have to put your life and its challenges into the proper perspective. Don’t let little things become major stumbling blocks. With the right perspective, we realize they’re only ant hills we trip over. Then we get back up again and go on with our lives. Fire purifies gold. Heat tempers steel. Adversity builds character—if you face it with the right attitude. 

Barry Farber consults with corporations, professional athletes and entertainers helping them market their products and land more deals. He’s the best-selling author of 12 books translated into 25 foreign languages with over one million copies sold. His next book, Success Secrets of Sales Superstars will be released April 2013 by Entrepreneur Press. You can see him on QVC selling out unique and innovative inventions. He’s a featured guest on CNN, Fox, CNBC and hosted over 400 Radio and Television shows in New York City, Washington and on the Comcast Television Network. Visit him at: www.barryfarber.com or email him at: barry@barryfarber.com. Listen to the new show: www.blogtalkradio.com/barryfarber

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RestauR ant Guide

Appetites, Ingredients Change with the Seasons

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ust as our wardrobe adjusts to the cooler weather, so, too, do our appetites as we enjoy warm, comforting dishes to stave off the chill in the air. Butternut Squash & Linguine is one of those perfect transition dishes that showcase the best of the season’s offerings. Winter squash of all descriptions are showing up at farmers markets and in grocery store produce aisles now. Butternut squash is one of the most readily recognizable choices, with its distinctive

pear shape. Inside is a flavorful, nutrient-rich, yellow-orange flesh that has a subtle sweetness when cooked. To prepare this recipe, pieces of the squash are simmered with wine and garlic until tender, then a sprinkling of sage is stirred in. A quick toss with linguine and crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese results in a mouthwatering mélange of flavors. For an extra special finish sprinkle with crisp-cooked prosciutto and chopped walnuts. Either way, it makes a delicious main dish, or a side for poultry or pork. Just as you shop for the best produce, think about the pasta you purchase, too. Dreamfields pasta is made with durum wheat semolina just like traditional pasta but with 5 grams of fiber (about the same as whole wheat pasta) and 7 grams of protein per serving. It also produces a lower blood sugar response when compared with traditional pasta, making it a healthful choice for the entire family. To learn more about Dreamfields and for additional recipes visit www.dreamfieldsfoods.com. s

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Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pan; cover and keep warm. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in squash, wine and salt. Simmer 12 to 15 minutes just until squash is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in sage. Toss squash with pasta and cheese. Sprinkle with prosciutto, additional cheese and walnuts, if desired.

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400 Springfield Ave Berkeley Heights 908-898-0900 www.GoodmansDeli.net Since 1943, Goodman’s Restaurant & Deli has been serving up classic, Jewish-style (not Kosher) delicacies. Goodman’s is best known for its delicious homemade meats. Goodman’s has the best Char Broiled Burgers around as well as Chicago Style Hot Dogs and Italian Beef Sandwiches. Voted “Best Reuben in the State,” you’ll be sure to leave satisfied. BYO, MCC, $MOD, LP, H, TO.

59 Main Street, Millburn 973-912-8838 www.MsLinMillburn.com Ms. Lin Chinese was established by the chef and staff of former restaurant Ling Ling to carry on its success and reputation for excellence. They focus on delivering the best taste while providing the lowest cholesterol and trans fat and only using fresh ingredients. They offer an open kitchen with a warm, friendly dining room. Ms. Lin Chinese provides convenient take-out and delivery for lunch and dinner and specializes in off-premise catering. BYO, $MOD, LP, NR, H, MCC, TO, D

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113 S. Livingston Ave, Livingston 973-740-0016 www.IlVicoloRestaurant.com Owners Jimmy and Benny take pride in using only the freshest ingredients in the preparation of innovative Italian cuisine. Combining the finest Old World recipes with nouvelle cooking techniques results in a cuisine that is fresh and exciting. The setting looks and feels like a home away from home with its beautifully appointed, yet still intimate dining room. Party room available. LP, MCC, RR, $IN-$MOD, BYO

Thavma Mediterranean Grill

6230 Town Center Way 2nd Floor, Livingston 973-992-8999 www.ThavmaGrill.com Thavma offers the very best of the Mediterranean by combining Greek and Middle Eastern specialties to create an unforgettable dining experience. All preparations and cooking are done fresh daily on the premises to give you the freshest seafood and grilled meat dishes. Lunch and dinner are served daily with takeout and limited delivery service available for dinner only. $MOD, ENT, OD, LP, NR, H, MCC, TO.

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327 Springfield Ave, Summit 908-522-9088 www.LaPastaria.com With dishes including Polenta with Mushroom Medley, Cavatelli with Ricotta, this cozy, causal restaurant puts an upscale spin on Italian food. Their special Dinner for 4 menu gives diners the option of sharing in a fine family-style meal complete with a salad and focaccia bread to share Mon-Fri, cash and carry only. $IN-$MOD, BYO, H, RR, SP, LP, MCC, TO

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Real estate sales

August 2013 Home sAles

ome sales dropped 10% in August compared to July’s extremely strong figures (to 336 from 375) but still were 10% higher than the previous August. The average selling price dropped 2% from July (to $840,900 from $857,600), but was up 7% versus August, 2012. The median days on market of homes that sold rose to 28 from 24. 182 homes sold in their first month on the market, down 15% from 213 in July but up 62% from 112 a year earlier.

Basking Ridge

Address List Price 57 Alexandria Way 219,900 3 Potomac Dr 235,000 358 Penns Way, 3585 238,000 105 Alexandria Way 239,000 170 Irving Pl 239,900 49 Woodward Ln 289,900 390 Potomac Dr 292,000 394 Penns Way 299,900 25 Lee Pl 305,000 113 Woodward Ln 333,000 249 Crabtree Ct 355,000 43 Chestnut Ct 359,900 33 Chestnut Ct 375,000 58 Sycamore Ct 379,900 28 Mt Airy Rd 429,000 46 Newell Dr 449,000 5 Magnolia Path 459,900 41 Debra Ln 513,000 1 Deerfield Ct 525,000 12 Hopkinson Ct 535,000 83 Constitution Way 539,999 77 Dorchester Dr 550,000 37 Madisonville Rd 565,000 26 N Brook Ave 565,000 101 Spencer Rd 599,000 71 Atlas Rd 599,000 91 Patriot Hill Dr 622,000 11 E Craig St 635,000 82 Keats Rd 639,000 20 Compton Ct 640,000 59 S Alward Ave 649,500 55 Culberson Rd 699,900 22 Huntington Rd 710,000 35 Galloping Hill Rd 715,000 250 Childs Rd 740,000 73 Fieldstone Dr 775,000 31 Huntington Rd 775,000 44 Chimney Ash Farm Rd 799,900 125 Wexford Way 799,900 24 Hartley Ln 819,000 29 Galloping Hill Rd 850,000 30 Benedict Cres 899,000 126 Linden Dr 919,000 24 Cobble Ln 989,000 1 Brentwood Ct 1,049,900 27 Kings Ridge Rd 1,109,000 157 Bernard Dr 1,135,000 96 Blackburn Rd 1,199,900 62 Vanderveer Dr 1,225,000 41 Deer Creek Dr 1,245,000 92 Canterbury Way 1,600,000 77 Meeker Rd 1,899,126

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Bed/Bath Sale Price 1/1 205,000 2/1 235,100 2/2 238,000 2/1 236,000 2/2 235,000 2/2.1 265,000 2/2 284,000 3/2.1 312,000 2/2 280,000 3/2.1 337,000 2/2.1 350,000 2/2.1 355,000 2/2.1 365,000 2/2.1 375,000 3/2 429,000 4/1.2 430,000 3/2.1 4,175,000 4/3 490,000 2/3 495,000 3/2.1 560,000 2/2.1 535,000 3/2.1 555,000 4/2.1 560,000 4/2.1 545,000 4/3 623,000 4/2.1 630,000 3/2.1 616,000 3/2.1 640,000 4/2.1 639,000 3/2.1 660,000 3/3 650,000 3/2 630,000 5/3 730,000 5/3.1 687,500 5/3 554,000 3/2.1 745,000 5/3 775,100 5/4 775,000 4/3.1 792,000 4/3.1 819,000 3/3.1 955,000 4/3.1 877,000 4/3.1 895,999 4/4.1 994,000 5/3.1 1,035,000 5/3.1 970,000 4/2.1 1,120,000 5/3.1 1,240,000 4/4.1 1,255,000 5/3.1 1,255,000 5/4.1 1,552,500 4/4.2 1,900,000

October 2013

27 Castle Dr 359,900 24 Castle Dr 369,000 723 Plainfield Ave 399,000 6 Deep Dale Dr 479,000 88 Hillside Ave 489,000 262 River Bend Rd 498,900 200 Sherman Ave S, 5 499,000 6 Elm Pl 515,000 14 Berkeley Sq 520,000 237 Lincoln St 529,000 48 Hillcrest Ave 565,000 150 Baker Ave 575,000 71 Rutgers Ave 579,900 48 Summit Rd 649,000 124 Park Ave 659,000 93 Saw Mill Dr 659,000 44 Roland Rd 699,000 90 Exeter Dr 719,000 150 Cornell Ave 899,000 65 Princeton Ave 925,000 15 Mary Ct 950,000 10 Holly Mews 1,300,000

CHatHam

57 N Passaic Ave 79 N Passaic Ave 21 Pihlman Pl 17 Duchamp Pl 10 Lum Ave 130 Center Ave 55 Fairmount Ave 18 Pihlman Pl 11 E Coleman Ave 5 Lincoln Ave 10 Highland Ave 166 Hillside Ave 8 Rose Ter 31 Vincent St 100 Hillside Ave 11 Chestnut St 66 Fairmount Ave

479,000 529,000 559,000 569,000 575,000 599,900 665,000 675,000 675,000 699,000 825,000 860,000 895,000 929,000 1,045,000 1,060,000 1,250,000

CHatHam twp

22D Heritage Dr, D 13G Kensington Rd 68 Meyersville Rd 751 Fairmount Ave 45 School Ave 430 Fairmount Ave 7 Hilltop Ter 18 Runnymede Rd 19 Oak Hill Rd 110 Van Houton Ave

279,000 339,000 526,000 550,000 749,900 775,000 787,000 849,000 929,000 995,000

2/2.1 2/2.1 4/1.1 3/2.1 3/3 3/2.1 3/2.1 3/2 3/2.1 4/1.1 4/2.1 4/2.1 4/2 5/2.1 5/3.2 4/2.1 4/2.1 5/2.1 5/3.1 5/3.1 4/3.1 5/4.1

355,000 372,000 389,000 505,000 470,000 529,000 499,000 500,000 525,700 525,000 549,000 562,500 595,000 670,000 687,000 640,000 699,000 689,999 899,000 900,000 870,000 1,300,000

3/1.1 3/2 3/3 3/2 5/2 3/1.1 4/3 4/2.1 4/2.1 4/1.1 4/2.1 4/2.1 3/3 4/3 4/2.1 4/2.2 4/4.1

485,000 520,000 595,000 565,000 580,000 576,500 691,000 675,000 690,000 699,000 850,000 907,500 875,000 962,100 1,020,000 1,210,250 1,216,000

1/1 2/2 3/2 3/1.2 2/2 5/3.1 3/2 3/3 5/3 4/2.1

270,000 330,000 515,000 535,000 829,000 767,500 770,000 849,000 929,000 1,050,000

609 Fairmount Ave 74 Thornley Dr 23 Sandy Hill Rd 127 Huron Dr 160 Van Houton Ave 89 Highland Ave 55 Loantaka Ln N 30 Sterling Drive, 19 126 Sunset Drive 3 Karlin Dr

1,099,000 1,199,000 1,249,000 1,299,000 1,299,000 1,440,000 1,499,900 1,550,000 1,599,000 1,675,000

4/2.1 5/3.1 4/3.1 4/3.1 5/3.1 5/3.1 3/3.1 4/5.1 5/3.2 5/4.2

999,000 1,301,000 1,200,000 1,275,000 1,250,000 1,500,000 1,265,000 1,485,000 1,575,000 1,685,000

90 Hidden Valley Rd 1,200,000

4/4.1

1,030,000

1,000,000

4/2.2

977,499

981 Mt Kemble Ave 249,900 8 Shadowbrook Ln 559,000 555 Mount Kemble Ave 864,900 11 Fawn Hill Dr 1,050,000 48 Lake Trl E 1,085,000

3/1 3/2.1 3/4.1 4/2.1 2/3.1

270,000 559,000 840,000 995,000 925,000

2/1 4/1.1 3/2 3/2 4/2 4/3 3/3.1 3/3.1 3/2.2 3/3.1 5/2.1 4/4 5/3 3/2.1 4/3.1 4/2.2 4/3 6/5.1 6/4.2 5/4.1 7/7.1

295,000 500,000 500,000 533,000 575,000 650,000 730,000 730,000 785,000 800,000 820,000 1,051,000 1,050,000 1,180,000 1,270,000 1,386,000 1,360,000 1,366,250 1,550,000 1,550,000 3,750,000

3/1 3/1.1 2/2.1 2/2 3/1.1

230,000 317,500 360,000 370,000 340,000

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24 Brooklake Rd 315,000 138 Shunpike Rd 493,000 69 Shadylawn Dr 500,000 26 Shadylawn Dr 535,000 4 Fletcher Pl 585,000 1 Coursen Way 669,000 10 Cook Ave, 4 750,000 10 Cook Ave, 5 750,000 36 Beverly Rd 799,000 10 Cook Ave, 1 825,000 53 Fairview Ave 840,000 33 Rachael Ave 1,049,000 5 Glendale Rd 1,149,000 5 East Ln 1,265,000 15 Carteret Ct 1,295,000 169 Woodland Rd 1,385,900 132 Green Village Rd 1,399,000 11 Loantaka Terrace 1,425,000 93 Garfield Ave 1,595,000 29 Barnsdale Road 1,649,000 14 Dellwood Pkwy W 4,999,000

maplewood

25 Porter Rd 234,900 74 Franklin Ave 300,000 616 So Orange Ave, 5G 349,000 616 So Orange Ave, 7E 349,900 64 Revere Ave 350,000

152 Franklin Ave 359,000 7 Buckingham Grdn Pky 385,000 76 Hillcrest Rd 389,000 696 Valley St 399,000 17 Coolidge Rd 399,000 8 Wellesley Rd 400,000 17 Manley Ter 403,000 616 So Orange Ave, 8F 425,000 2 Fleming Ter 429,000 156 Oakland Rd 429,900 523 Summit Ave 434,500 465 Baldwin Rd 489,000 51 Maplewood Ave 495,000 14 Suffolk Ave 499,900 139 Oakview Ave 509,000 89 Plymouth Ave 520,000 125 Oakview Ave 545,000 14 Beach St 549,000 32 Plymouth Ave 550,000 21 Salter Pl 568,000 15 Midland Blvd 569,000 24 Garthwaite Ter 569,000 16 Norfolk Ave 575,000 24 Burnet St 579,000 476 Summit Ave 589,000 7 Harvard Ave 610,000 16 Mountain View Ter 625,000 122-124 Parker Ave 629,000 28 North Ter 639,000 554 Prospect St 649,000 29 Kendal Ave 650,000 452-454 Richmond Ave 650,000

3/2.2 3/2 3/2.1 3/2.1 4/1.1 4/3 3/1.1 2/2.1 3/2 3/1 3/1.1 4/2.1 4/1.1 3/2.1 3/1.2 3/2.1 5/2.1 5/2.1 4/2.1 4/2.1 5/4.1 3/2.2 3/3.1 4/2 7/4.1 4/2.1 4/3.2 5/2.3 4/3 4/2.1 4/2.1 4/2

345,000 385,000 375,000 350,000 370,000 425,000 400,000 415,000 425,000 422,300 450,000 550,000 472,000 505,000 495,000 520,000 545,000 560,000 550,000 591,250 569,000 588,250 580,000 635,000 525,000 631,000 735,000 622,000 650,000 649,000 675,000 645,000

20 North Cres 650,000 56 Courter Ave 685,000 57 Kendal Ave 689,000 39 Roosevelt Rd 728,000 108 Wyoming Ave 775,000 28 Washington Park 799,000 37 Fairview Ter 799,000 16 Woodhill Dr 850,000 21 North Cres 850,000 50 Hickory Dr 868,000 95 Durand Rd 985,000 619 Ridgewood Rd 1,050,000

mendHam

224 Talmage Rd 225,000 20 Pembroke Dr 349,900 25 Wexford Dr 399,000 12 Mountainside Rd 599,000 32 Gunther St 699,000 8 Valley Way 725,000 15 Balbrook Dr 1,795,000

mendHam twp

22 Levitan Ln 219,900 9 Roxiticus Rd 400,000 16 Horizon Dr 869,000 20 Corey Ln 875,000 4 Combs Hollow Rd 1,699,000 15 Calais Rd 1,895,000 3 Wright Ln 2,695,000

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5/2 5/2.1 5/2.1 4/3.1 5/4.1 4/3.1 4/3.1 5/3.1 5/2.1 5/3.2 5/4.1 5/3.1

690,000 716,000 680,000 710,000 820,000 799,000 827,000 830,000 850,000 876,000 1,086,500 1,051,000

2/1 2/2.1 3/2.1 4/2.1 4/2.1 4/2.1 6/6.2

202,000 345,000 364,500 570,000 700,000 695,000 1,775,000

3/2 2/1.1 4/3.1 3/2.1 5/4.2 5/5.2 6/6.2

225,000 305,000 822,500 760,000 1,700,000 1,850,000 2,595,000

millBuRn

176 Millburn Ave, 32 249,999 22A Lakeside Dr, 22A 275,000 214 Glen Ave 549,000 529 Wyoming Ave 575,000 25 Locust Ave 584,900 14 Evergreen Ter 599,000 9B Orchard St 605,000 86 Greenwood Dr 699,000 43 Parkview Dr 699,000 198 Sagamore Rd 725,000 44 Meadowbrook Rd 749,000 42 Meadowbrook Rd 750,000 31 Undercliff Rd 779,000 189 Parsonage Hill Rd 800,000 844 Ridgewood Rd 829,000 220 White Oak Ridge Rd 839,000 15 Inwood Rd 899,000 54 Wellington Ave 929,000 56 Baltusrol Way 1,049,000 40 Hawthorne Rd 1,250,000 46 Spenser Dr 1,300,000 26 Knollwood Rd 1,395,000 91 Far Brook Dr 1,399,000 52 Merrywood Ln 1,495,000 81 Falmouth St 1,495,000 48 Hillside Ave 1,500,000 50 Barnsdale Rd 1,525,000 36 E Hartshorn Dr 1,650,000 25 Far Brook Dr 1,695,000 21 Highland Ave 1,700,000

1/1 228,000 1/1 275,555 3/2 592,500 4/1.1 715,000 3/2 590,000 3/2 600,070 4/3.1 605,000 3/2.1 695,000 3/2.1 736,000 5/2.1 825,000 4/1.1 779,500 3/2.1 775,000 4/2.2 850,000 4/3.1 850,000 4/2.2 810,000 4/3 840,000 3/3.1 925,000 4/3.2 979,000 5/4 1,070,000 4/3.1 1,242,500 3/2.1 1,360,000 5/3.2 1,475,000 4/3.1 1,350,000 5/4.1 1,460,000 5/5.1 1,499,000 5/3.1 1,520,000 5/3.2 1,625,000 4/3.1 1,600,000 5/3.1 1,665,000 6/3.1 1,700,000 (continued on page 46)

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Real estate sales (continued from page 45) 301 Hobart Ave 1,749,000 75 South Ter 1,850,000 14 Denman Ct 1,895,000 11 Fox Hill Ln 2,075,000 63 Coniston Rd 2,095,000 351 Long Hill Dr 2,195,000 28 Browning Rd 2,325,000 470 Old Short Hills Rd 2,350,000 35 North Road 2,425,000 171 Tennyson Dr 2,595,000 63 Dorison Dr 2,750,000 5 Sylvan Way 2,799,000 81 Farley Rd 2,995,000 20 Woodcrest Ave 3,095,000 111 Farley Rd 3,375,000

5/4.1 6/4.1 5/5.1 6/4.1 5/4.1 6/6.1 5/4.1 5/4.2 7/4.2 5/5.1 6/5.1 7/6.1 7/6.1 7/6.1 7/5.1

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7 Church St 51 Main St 17 Main St

475,000 629,900 1,900,000

soutH oRange

57 Church St, 3 70 Mews Ln 758 E Stirling Dr 524-530 Centre St 609 S. Orange Ave, 6B 310 Beech Spring Rd

225,000 290,000 349,900 365,000 380,000 380,000

1,687,500 1,849,604 1,800,000 1,965,000 1,900,000 2,156,500 2,325,000 2,000,000 2,425,000 2,437,500 2,750,000 2,650,000 2,850,000 3,000,000 3,350,000

3/2 4/3.1 4/2.1

450,000 609,000 1,601,000

2/1.1 1/1.1 4/2.1 4/2.1 3/3.1 4/3.1

222,500 280,000 400,200 365,000 375,000 380,000

95 Harding Dr 399,000 13 Riggs Pl 400,000 124 Reynolds Pl 405,000 27 Ward Place 429,000 211 Turrell Ave 430,000 20 Village Green Ct 439,000 294 Vose Ave 439,000 331 S Ridgewood Rd 500,000 70 South Kingman 549,000 292 Walton Ave 550,000 151 N.Wyoming Ave 559,000 516 Centre St 599,000 609 South Orange Ave, 3Jk 599,000 52 N Wyoming Ave 625,000 115 Mayhew Dr 639,000 370 Vose Ave 650,000 72 S Wyoming Ave 699,000 190 Glenview Rd 699,000 42 Harding Dr 745,000 332 Redmond Rd 765,000 256 Highland Rd 769,000 123 Mayhew Dr 777,000 376 Montrose Ave 875,000 68 Speir Dr 875,000 306 Hartford Rd 925,000 78 Crest Dr 1,695,000

summit

133 Summit Ave, 32 24 Orchard St, E

189,000 209,900

5/4 4/2.1 4/2.1 5/2.1 4/2.1 2/2.1 3/1.1 5/3 4/2.1 4/2.1 4/3.1 6/4.1 3/3 4/3.1 4/2.1 5/2.2 5/3.1 4/3.2 4/4.1 4/3.2 4/2.2 5/3.1 6/2.1 5/4.2 7/4.2 6/4.2

1/1 1/1

440,000 414,425 415,000 450,000 430,000 430,000 430,000 500,000 553,000 550,000 565,000 562,500 585,000 630,000 615,000 651,000 660,000 685,000 745,000 752,500 750,000 772,000 860,000 825,000 889,700 1,632,500

175,000 190,000

14 Beauvoir Ave 417 Morris Ave, 1 46 Ridgedale Ave 255 Morris Ave 1 Hughes Pl 6 Sheridan Rd 20 Sayre St 42 Ascot Way 16 Karen Way 18 Brainerd Rd 10 Brainerd Rd 28 Shadyside Ave 68 Kent Place Blvd 32 Ashland Rd 200 Mountain Ave 30 Division Ave 7 Dorset Ln 90 Tulip St 75 Elm St 171 Ashland Rd 27 Plain St 19 Knob Hill Dr 23 Club Dr 46 Druid Hill Rd 129 Hobart Ave 58 Bellevue Ave 25 Parmley Pl 129 Hillcrest Ave 69 Edgewood Rd 84 Woodland Ave

214,500 300,000 420,000 429,000 459,000 555,000 555,000 569,000 569,999 619,000 625,000 625,000 650,000 697,000 739,000 769,000 769,000 789,000 845,000 895,000 899,000 899,000 899,900 1,100,000 1,150,000 1,175,000 1,200,000 1,595,000 1,700,000 1,800,000

3/1.1 2/1 3/1.1 3/1.1 3/2.1 3/2.1 6/3 4/2 3/2 3/2 4/2 6/1.1 6/3 3/1.1 4/3 4/3 3/2 3/1.1 3/3 4/2.1 5/3.1 3/2.1 4/3.1 4/2.1 8/4.2 4/2.1 3/3.1 6/4.1 6/3.2 6/3.1

208,000 300,000 420,000 430,000 450,000 550,000 576,000 578,000 580,000 595,000 630,000 620,000 555,000 690,000 744,000 765,700 820,000 789,000 845,000 925,000 875,000 875,000 840,000 980,000 1,413,950 1,100,000 1,200,000 1,595,000 1,350,000 1,720,000

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