CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY 02/02 New Day Family Success Center - In need of a winter coat? Stop by to see what we have 3-4:30pm! First come, first serve for more information call 609-652-0230 02/03 Galloway Senior Center Trivia sponsored by the Shores at Wesley Manor 10am prizes and snacks 02/03 New Day Family Success Center - All Families and individuals of all fitness levels are welcome to join us for a workout group 34pm. Call for more information or to sign up 609-652-0230 02/03 Galloway Senior Center Bingo sponsored by Spring Village 11am prizes and snacks 02/04 New Day Family Success Center - Families and individuals are welcome to come relax and watch a movie 4:30-6pm call for more information or sign up 609-652-0230 02/04 Parenting Class-Award winning classes for parents and caregivers of children 5-12 held at 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road Suite 8 Galloway. For more information call 609-652-3800 02/05 New Day Family Success Center - Families and individuals are welcome to join us for a fun evening of playing video games 4-5:30pm For more information or to sign up call 609652-0230 02/05 Galloway Senior Center Yoga sponsored by SCOSA Exercises, chair yoga and stress reduction 9:30-10:30am fee $6 payable at each session 02/05 Galloway Senior Center Music Trivia sponsored by HomeInstead 11am snacks 02/06 The Williams J. Hughes Center for Public Policy will recongnize five outstanding New Jerseyans at the 2015 Hughes Center at the Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club. Former New Jersey Govenor Thomas H. Kean will accept the Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award. Honorees include retired Associate Justice John E. Wallace Jr., of the New Jersey Supreme Court, who will receive the Civility in Government and Politics Award; State Senator Chris Connors of the 9th District, who will receive the Distinctive Alumni Leadership Award; Edward J. Graham, chairman and CEO of South Jersey Industries, who will receive the Excellence in Civic Engagement Award; and Carl Archut Jr., president of the Stockton Student Senate, who will receive the Distinctive Student Leadership Award. The Honors are awarded for professional excellence and a commitment to public service, civility and bipartisanship which reflects the life and career of Ambassador William J. Hughes, who served as U.S. ambassador to Panama and as a U.S. congressman for 20 years. The event begins with a reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by the awards program at 6:30 p.m. 02/06 New Day Family Success Center - All children ages 8-14 are encouraged to enter our art contest materials will be provided. 4:306:30pm Voting begins 2/6 until 2/24 winner will be announced 2/25 and will receive a gift card to Toys R Us! For more information or to sign up call 609-652-0230 02/07 Assumption Regional Catholic School PTA Valentine’s Day Dance starts at 6pm contact Cathryn Flammer for tickets or more details 02/07 New Day Family Success Center - Have you or your child ever wanted to learn how to play the piano? Now you can, no experience needed from 9am-3pm. For more information
or to make an appointment call 609-652-0230
pre-k through 12. 4:30-7pm
02/07 Mark Patrick Lose Weight Seminar with Hypnosis (PG) from 10am-12pm at the Holiday Inn Express Absecon
02/19 Galloway Senior Center Yoga sponsored by scosa exercises, chair yoga and stress reduction 9:30am-10:30am fee $6 payable at each session
02/07 Mark Patrick Stop Smoking Seminar with Hypnosis (PG) from 1-3pm at the Holiday Inn Express Absecon 02/09 Problem Solving and Communicating Mathematically in Grades k-5 South Am Session from 9am-11:30am Intended for teachers in grades k-5 to be held at the Richard Stockton College Event Room at the Campus Center. Registration is open until February 4th 02/09 Problem Solving and Communicating Mathematically in Grades 6-12 South pm Session from 12:30-3pm Intended for teachers in grades 6-12 to be held at the Richard Stockton College Event Room at the Campus Center. Registration is open until February 4th 02/10 New Day Family Success Center - Mothers of all ages are welcome to join our support group and bond with other mothers over the highs and lows of motherhood 5:30-6:30pm. For more information or to sign up call 609652-0230 02/11 Parenting Class-Award winning classes for parents and caregivers of children 5-12 held at 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road Suite 8 Galloway. For more information call 609-652-3800 02/11 New Day Family Success Center - FREE tutoring will be available for children in grades pre-k through 12. 4:30-7pm 02/12 Galloway Senior Center Yoga sponsored by scosa exercises, chair yoga and stress reduction 9:30-10:30am fee $6 payable at each session 02/12 New Day Family Success Center - All fathers welcome to join our group to discuss the importance of fatherhood and so much more from 5:30-6:30pm. For more information or to sign up call 609-652-0230 02/12 Galloway Senior Center Penny Auction Bingo sponsored by Heatland Hospice 11am FREE lunch and prizes 02/12 Annual Red Dress Reception 5-8pm at the Smithville Inn. 02/13 New Day Family Success Center - Families and individuals are welcome to join us for our Valentine’s Party for some snacks, valentine crafts, and FUN from 4:30-5:30pm. For more information or to sign up call 609-652-0230 02/14 Kinetic Poetic Dance community event Celebrate Love of Dance offering FREE classes and artistic performances presented by the Kinetic Poetic Dance Collective. Celebration begins at 12 p.m. followed by free classes and a live in-studio performance by the Kinetic Poetic Dance Collective at 3 p.m. Creative Dance from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. for ages 3 to 5, HipHop from 1 p.m. to 1:55 p.m. for ages 6 to 12, Adult Contemporary from 2 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. for teens and adults, and a new Qigong Tai Chi class from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. for teens and adults taught by John Mazetis. To be held at 323 S. Pitney Road on the 2nd floor of the Tilton Fitness and Wellness Center in Galloway, entrance through the welness center doors. For more information contact Lisa Zener at kineticpoeticdance@gmail.com or 609-652-1123 02/17 Galloway Senior Center Arthritis Seminar sponsored by Egg Harbor Care 11 am FREE lunch 02/18 Assumption Regional Catholic School Fish Fry 4:30-7:30pm call 609-652-7134 for more details 02/18 New Day Family Success Center - FREE tutoring will be available for children in grades
02/19 New Day Family Success Center - Don’t wait until it’s too late! Mammogram van will be parked outside. FREE mammorgam screening for breast cancer for women ages 40+ 10am3pm for more information or to schedule an appointment call 609-652-0230 02/19 Galloway Senior Center Bingo sponsored by touching hearts 11am prizes and snacks 02/20 The Smithville Inn presents Food Tasting Cocktail Party for all engaged couples 79:30pm prize giveaways, exquisite cocktails, taste delicious cuisine, dance to music and live entertainment, meet wedding photographers, videographers, and entertainers ready to answer any of your questions. Chat with event planners about your big day and more. 02/20 New Day Family Success Center - All Families and individuals of all fitness levels are welcome to join us for a workout group 23pm. Call for more information or to sign up 609-652-0230 02/23 New Day Family Success Center - Have extra children’s stuff hanging around? Why not donate it?! Any clothing, furniture, toys and baby supplies will be greatly appreciated and accepted all day. For more information call 609-652-0230 02/24 Galloway Senior Center Stroke Prevention sponsored by DuPaul 10am snacks 02/24 Galloway Senior Center Bingo sponsored by foutains 11am FREE lunch and prizes 02/24 New Day Family Success Center - Have extra children’s stuff hanging around? Why not donate it?! Any clothing, furniture, toys and baby supplies will be greatly appreciated and accepted all day. For more information call 609-652-0230 02/25 New Day Family Success Center - Would you like to be a voice for the Galloway Community? We are looking for people to join the board and to help come up with ideas for the center. contact us for more information or to join. 609-652-0230 02/26 Galloway Senior Center yoga sponsored by scosa exercises, chair yoga and stress reduction 9:30-10:30am fee $6 payable at each session 02/26 New Day Family Success Center - AN HIV mobile van will be on site to provide FREE HIV screenings. It’s better to be safe than sorry, so take advantage of this opportunity. 11am3pm For more information or to sign up call 609-652-0230 02/26 Galloway Senior Center Heart Health sponsored by right at home February is Heart Month- keeping a healthy hear wear red 11am snacks 02/27 New Day Family Success Center - Families and individuals are welcome to join us for a fun evening of playing video games 4-5:30pm For more information or to sign up call 609652-0230 02/28 New Day Family Success Center - Need help writing or creating your resume we can help 9am-3pm for more information or to sign up call 609-652-0230 02/28 Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy Seminar from 10am-12pm at the Stockton SEaview Hotel and Golf Club tickets are $10 includes breakfast. Learn the facts about Bio-Identical Hormones. If you are experiencing any of the following symptons then
you need to attend this life changing seminarhot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, weight gain, loss of sexy drive, anxiety, depression, joint pain, headaches, vaginal dryness, brain fog. Join Dr. Roberta Foss-Morgan for this important seminar and get all your questions answered about natural, lasting relief through Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy so you can improve your quality of life. 02/28 Greater Egg Harbor Google Summit. Eduscape Learing Summits featuring Google for Education from 7:30am-4:30pm to be held at Absegami High School. Join your colleagues for hands-on interactive and engaging Google Apps sessions presented by Google Certified Teachers and Trainers, School Administrators, Migration Specialists and Classroom Teachers. The focus of the NJ Google Summit is to educate, enable and show educators the benefits of using Google Apps for Education to help your district meet Common Core State Standards and help students become 21st century learners. We will offer tracks for Teachers, School Administrators and School IT Managers. Each participant will leave the summit with useful ideas and tools that they can implement within their school and/or district. Event to include continental breakfast and buffet lunch.
ANNUAL RED DRESS EVENT continued from front page....... Men and Women are encouraged to wear red to help promote awareness of heart disease. Registration fee of $40 per person includes heavy hors d’oeuvres. Enjoy vendor shopping, a silent auction and cash bar will be available. AtlantiCare’s Red Dress Reception is one way AtlantiCare is promoting heart health during American Heart Month. All proceeds from the evening’s event will go to AtlantiCare Heart Institute Heart Heroes. Heart Heroes is a volunteer group that raises funds for The Heart Institute at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center through the AtlantiCare Foundation. Heart Heroes partners up to place automated external defibrillators (AEDs) within the community. To register, call 1-888-569-1000 or visit www.atlanticare.org
Assumption Regional Catholic School Girls Basketball Team - beat Our Lady Star of the Sea 42-8 on Saturday, January 10, 2015. Assumption Mascot Rocky the Ram was on hand to help cheer on the girls and got a quick photo with the boys before their game began. Way to go girls! See more photos at GallowayPatriot.com
GTMS FSA Fundraiser On December 18, 2014 the GTMS FSA held a fundraiser at the Yogo Factory in Risley Square. It was a success due to all the generous contributions we received from local businesses. We would first like to thank Ann Wilkinson for letting us have our fundraiser at Yogo Factory and her contributions. We would also like to thank the following local businesses Dunkin Donuts, Tangles Hair Salon, Sorella’s Hair Salon , Curves, U PS, Cloud Nine Spa, Dubliner Pub, Changes Hair Salon,Bagel Gourmet, RC2U, Ace Hardware, Lilies Florist, Starbucks, Group Yogo, Make it Personal, and Paw Dazzle.
Galloway Township Business Association Has a New President continued from front page....... Deputy Mayor Tony Coppola took the podium and spoke to the association encouraging them to continue to be an educational and advocacy group for businesses in Galloway. Coppola said he is very optimistic for the future of the Galloway Township Business Association and Galloway Township. Deputy Mayor Coppola was proud to announce that the Lenox property is being acquired by Railing Dynamics, Inc.. RDI, makes vinyl railings and accessories for do-it-yourselfers. This is huge news for the Galloway area. The full manufacturing site will create about 400 jobs in Galloway. Galloway Township will be heading in the right direction in 2015. The Galloway Patriot newspaper took a few moments with the new GTBA president, Ava Holly Lewis, to get her perspective and opinions. GP: What is the role of the GTBA? AHL: To help new businesses and existing businesses grow through networking and business education. To bring a sense of community bonding to our Galloway residents, businesses and surrounding areas. GP: In your opinion, what is the greatest benefit the GTBA should bring to its members? AHL: Helping businesses create new business and build business relationships through community awareness. GP: Many people focus on the importance of Atlantic City to our local economy. Senator Whelan has a bill in the legislature now that would shift a large property tax burden from the casinos to local Galloway businesses and residents potentially doing even more damage to an already weak local economy. Where do you stand on this issue? AHL: I am not familiar with this bill. Of course, I would be opposed to this action. GP: Do you have any big event plans for Galloway Township? AHL: I’m working with a few city officials, our immediate past president and the Galloway Patriot. There are several events that have been discussed. Information and updates can be found at GallowayBusiness.com and more frequently on our FB page (GTBA). The night ended with Ava Holly Lewis telling everyone the hopes and dreams she has for the Galloway Township Business Association as well as the events and concepts she has coming up in the near future. If you are interested in joining or attending one of the many events the Galloway Township Business Association produces please visit www.gallowaybusiness.com.
Dave Roberts of the UPS Store with Deputy Mayor Tony Coppola and Galloway Patriot publisher, Chuck Knutson
GALLOWAY POLICE LIFE LINE PROGRAM Life Line Program was set up to help the elderly in keeping their independence. Many senior citizens live on their own, and many are disabled. The welfare of our parents and grandparents is something that we often worry about, especially family members who live along. This free service is something that can help put everybody’s mind at ease. Every morning the members of Life Line call police dispatch to check in. If dispatch does not hear from a member by a designated time, they will give a call. If there is no response a police officer is immediately sent to check on the well being of the resident. It’s that simple! If you or a family member would like to join please contact senior services at 609-652-9262
Board of Education New Members Board Solicitor William Cappuccio (far left) delivers the Oath of Office to newly elected BOE member Michael Greb (left) and incumbent and board President Ernest Huggard (right) at the board’s Reorganization meeting of January 5, 2015.
What’s Happening in Our Galloway Schools Galloway Township Public Schools Calendar 02/11 Early Dismissal 02/16 Winter Staff Development Day 02/25 Early Dismissal Parent Teacher Conferences 03/18 Early Dismissal Staff Articulation Roland Rogers 02/02-02/06 National Counseling Week 02/05 Sports Night Family Dinner 5-8pm Penny Auction, Plenty of Food, Many great prizes in addition to a girls and boys bike! 02/11 Staff Articulation Early Dismissal 02/13 Classroom Spelling Bees in each 4th-6th Homerooms 02/16 Schools Closed Winter Staff Development Staff Only 02/20 Multi-cultural day 02/25 Early Dismissal Parent Teacher conferences 02/27 Homeroom Spelling Bees starting at 9:15am top three students from each homeroom will compete in the school-wide spelling bee on February. The winner of the school wide spelling bee will represent Roland Rogers at the Regional Bee on March 28 at GTMS. Now is the time to prepare! go to www.myspellit.com for more information and help with studying. 03/02 Read across America 03/05 School Librarian Day 03/10 Spring Photos 03/18 Early Dismissal Staff Articulation 03/20 St. Baldricks Fundraiser 03/28 South Jersey Spelling Bee at GTMS 12pm start Galloway Township Middle School 02/11 Early Dismissal 02/13 Respect the Paw Basketball 02/16 School Closed 02/25 Early Dismissal Parent Teacher Conferences 02/27 FSA Neon Dance 7pm-9pm 03/09-03/17 PARCC PBA TEST 7th grade 03/16-03/20 PARCC PBA TEST 8th Grade 03/18 Early Dismissal 03/27 Bassetti Photo Spring Pictures The Pilgram Academy 02/04 Science Fair 9-12 grades projects due 02/05 PTF Meeting 7pm Science Fair Awards 02/05 SR High Fine Arts Academic Testing
02/11 12:30pm dismissal Parent Teacher Conferences 02/12 12:30pm Parent Teacher Conferences 02/13-02/14 GSACS Basketball Tournament 02/13-02/16 NO SCHOOL WINTER BREAK 02/17 School Reopens 02/17 Tri-State Tournament 02/19 Tri-State Tournament 02/20 Open House 4-7pm 02/21 Tri-State Tournament 02/27-02/28 GSACS Basketball Tournament 03/05 Open House 9-11am 03/05-03/07 Regionals Basketball Tournament 03/05 No School Teachers Convention 03/13 No School grades Pre-k-9 03/13 SR. High Fine Arts at TPA 03/16 Snow Date for Sr. High Fine Arts 03/17 Senior Sub Sale 03/23-03/27 Standardized Testing Grades 1-6 03/27 End of 3rd Marking Period 03/27 Serve-a-thon Dinner
Dino Martin (rt) and Archie Rinaldo of American Legion Post 28 get ready to deliver food and money to the local food bank
Absecon American Legion Donates Canned Goods and Money to Food Bank of Southern N J Members of American Legion Post 28 of Absecon NJ took up a member’s collection for donations to the Community Food Bank of Southern New Jersey. Money raised was added to by the Post for a supplemental cash donation and both were delivered to the Food Bank by members Archie Rinaldo and Dino Martin last Saturday. (Jan 17th Both Rinaldo and Martin did some serious food shopping at the Absecon Shoprite to take advantage of the stores can-can sale. Both said the local Shoprite workers were a great help in steering them to the bargains. Post Member Dino Martin Chaired the drive and says he hopes this will become an annual event for the Legion. Martin said he remembered last year when he gave a small donation to the Food Bank and how much it was appreciated for what he thought was a small gift. Martin said that last years’ experience was the driver that got him thinking of how he and others could give more. He brought the idea to the floor of the legion’s January meeting and volunteered to chair the event.
Galloway Community Charter School 02/02 B6T Transportation forms distributed for 2015-2016 02/16 School Closed 02/19 Board of Trustees Meeting at 6:30pm 02/20 B6T’s due to Mrs. Fisher 02/24 4th grade NAEP Testing 03/16 Technology Celebration 03/19-03/20 School Closed 03/23-03/25 Parent Conferences Assumption Regional Catholic School 02/02-02/06 Coin Drive 02/06 Noon Dismissal 02/07 PTA Valentine’s Dance 6pm 02/09-02/13 Trash for Cash and Box Tops 02/12 Story Hour 10am 02/16 No School President’s Day 02/18 Fish Fry 4:30-7:30pm 03/02-03/06 IOWA testing grades 3-7 03/06 Noon Dismissal 03/23 No School Teacher In Service 03/31 End of the Third Marking Period
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Dino Martin (left) and Archie Rinaldo (rt) of American Legion Post 28 with Matt of the Food bank
PROPERTY TAX PROBLEMS LOOM Recently, the Galloway Patriot decided to ask Senator Connors (the State Senator for Galloway Township and Port Republic – Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf, Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove, Representing the 9th Legislative District), a few questions about the bill presented to the legislature on the issue of Atlantic City’s intent to shift its property tax burden to surrounding communities. Local residents feel as if they are being victimized by the mismanagement of Atlantic City and its casinos. Question #1: The recent bill put before the state legislature by Senator Whelan seeks to shift an enormous amount of property tax burden from Atlantic City to surrounding communities like Galloway and Port Republic by substantially reducing the property tax requirements of the casinos and having others pay the difference. Where do you stand on this issue? Response: Only if it is determined to be clearly beneficial to the taxpayers of Galloway and Port Republic will our Delegation vote for any component of an Atlantic City-bill package. Accordingly, we will examine the tax impact on our constituent municipalities while, at the same time, considering input provided by local and county officials in serving the interests of our mutual constituents. Too much is at stake for local taxpayers to allow for any grey area in the legislation that is ultimately considered on Atlantic City ’s future. Question #2: Many Galloway and Port Republic residents would like to see Atlantic City provide the jobs and positive economic stimulus promised by the casinos but it is obvious, that after years of mismanagement by both the City’s government and the casino operators, Atlantic City has become more of a detriment to the area then a benefit. How does the city move forward from here without cutting more jobs and becoming a bigger burden to the surrounding area? Response: First, Atlantic City must stabilize its own government finances, which can be achieved through spending reductions, streamlining services to achieve greater efficiencies and other reforms. Mayor Guardian has been out in front of this issue since first taking office and, appropriately, has received accolades for his ongoing efforts. High taxes and an ineffective local government are never conducive to attracting new businesses or, for that matter, retaining existing locally-based businesses. While we believe that the casino industry will still play a substantial role, there is a strong consensus among policy makers, officials and area residents that Atlantic City diversify its economy. This diversification must include transitioning from an economy based heavily on casino-related business to one that plays to the City’s strengths including, but not limiting, serving as an top-tier entertainment/event venue as well as a beachfront destination. Question #3: Do you believe that Stockton-University’s purchase of the Showboat will benefit the community? Response: Unequivocally yes. The establishment of a Stockton campus is consistent with the needed and supported transition from a predominantly casino-based market to include a more extensive higher education presence within the City. Jobs will also be created by at the new campus. Further, we know firsthand from speaking with Stockton representatives that, in addition to providing the highest level of education to its students, the College has the community’s best interests at heart. By establishing an island-based campus, the College has a vested interest in playing a significant role in Atlantic City ’s revitalization. Question #4: There are many local residents that can-not manage another increase in their taxes. Is it likely that you will be able to prevent Senator Whelan’s bill from passing? Response: If any of Atlantic City bills will lead to a tax increase for our constituents, we stand vehemently opposed to their passage and will vote No. However, legislation only needs 21 of 40 votes in the Senate and 41 out of 80 votes in the Assembly to achieve final passage and, subsequently be sent to the Governor’s desk. Senator Whelan is in the Majority Party in the Legislature. The Majority has enough votes, with some to spare in each House, to pass legislation without the Minority Party’s support. Question #5: Finally, for years, you have been trying to get the CRDA to help pay for a full interchange at exit 40 but Senator Whelan has stood in the way. Politics aside, do you feel that Senator Whelan is representing his district or is his only interest in furthering the agenda of Atlantic City and the big banks that own the casinos? Response: In all honesty, we cannot speak with respect to what Senator Whelan’s motivations are in not supporting our legislation. From the outset, we have attempted to work with Senator Whelan in establishing a full Interchange at Exit 40. While our primary focus is on serving the interests of Galloway , specifically to expand the Township’s economic base and increase commercial ratables, we believe that a full Interchange would benefit both ours and Senator Whelan’s Legislative Districts both of which include constituent municipalities that are located along and in proximity to Route 30. A full Interchange at Exit 40 would also be beneficial to Atlantic City . It would be a prominent infrastructure improvement along a state roadway connected to Atlantic City which residents living in neighboring communities who work in Atlantic City use to commute. Accordingly, we will continue our legislative efforts to establish a full Interchange.
Greg Smith, Eagle Academy, Egg Harbor Township School District; Liz Donaghy, Garden Consultant, Garden Goddess By the Sea, LLC; Laura Engelmann, MHA, Community Health and Wellness manager, AtlantiCare; Jessica Cuevas, Margate Schools; and Beth Feehan, NJ Farm to School Network. Guest speakers pose with AtlantiCare HSHC health educator at AtlantiCare Healthy Schools Garden Training January 14, 2015.
AtlantiCare Awards Mini-Grants to Support School Garden and Wellness Activities AtlantiCare Healthy Schools, Healthy Children (HSHC) awarded $31,800 in 38 mini-grants to schools in Atlantic County during garden and wellness training sessions January 14. The grants support new and existing school gardens and wellness activities. AtlantiCare introduced its HSHC Program in 2005. It now partners with 89 schools, from pre-kindergarten through high school. AtlantiCare HSHC awarded the 2014-2015 mini-grants to schools that demonstrated innovative initiatives aimed at encouraging physical activity and healthy eating habits among students and their families as well as staff. “Training sessions are a wonderful opportunity for school gardeners to come together and learn from experts on gardening topics, and brainstorm ways to infuse gardens into classroom curriculum,” said Laura Engelmann, MHA, Community Health and Wellness manager, AtlantiCare. “We’re pleased to continue supporting school gardening programs. We’re excited about the wellness activities in which the schools have been participating, and will continue to engage students, families and staff in with the help of these grants.” AtlantiCare provided the following grants: $1,500 New Edible School Garden Award – Cedar Creek High School, Egg Harbor City $500 Sustained School Garden Award – Galloway Township Middle School, Galloway $800 Healthy School & Healthy Garden Award – Emma C. Attales Middle School, Absecon – H. Ashton Marsh Elementary School, Absecon $800 School Wellness Award – Egg Harbor City Community School, Egg Harbor City
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February at Noyes Museum Every Thursday No Sweat Yoga with Naida Burgess from 11-12pm Come and enjoy a stress-reducing and invigorating yoga class at the museum surrounded by beautiful art. Bring an exercise mat. Members $12 Non-Members $15 02/01 Afternoon Acoustics 1-3pm - Nicolas Castillo 02/05 Art at Night - Open Sketch Night 5-8pm 02/07 Heart Truffle Basket Workshop SCOSA 10:30-12:30pm Enjoy hand dipped truffles and create a heart shaped basket with a handle to fill with these tasty candies that you can make at home fromn recipes that you will receive in class. Instructor Niki Giberson from Swan Bay Folk ARt Center. Limited capacity 02/07 Winter Season Opening Reception 3-5pm Come Meet exhibiting artists, listen to live music by John Mahony of Ong’s Hat Band, enjoy refreshments, wine and the company of good friends. 02/08 Afternoon Acoustics 1-3pm - Hofenakus 02/11 Docent Training Sessions with Saskia Schmidt, Noyes Museum Director of Education 10-11am Free Adults Only registration deadline 02/07 Join us for a fun, friendly gathering of like-minded volunteers to learn about the lates exhibiting artists and consider training to become a docent. We’ll be discussing our two exciting new exhibitions. Afterwards, from 11-12pm Paul Schopp, Associate Director of the South Jersey Culture and History Center at Stockton College will give a fascinating talk: Life and Legends of the Pine Barrens. 02/12 Art at Night - The Pine Barrens by David Kessler and Ruins of Friendship Orchestra 6:30-7:30pm Presenting a live cinematic collaboration accompanied by a performance of the original score. The performance version of the film in progress will be shown, an evolving series of vignettes, along with live music by the Orchestra. 02/15 Afternoon Acoustics 1-3pm - ARGO 02/18 Kids Basic Drawing Class with David Rhodes 1:30-2:30pm Learn the basic skills and techniques of drawing by observation, use of line, shading, composition, and creativity. Draw from a variety of subjects, build skills, and develop personal expression. Basic supplies provided for use of students. for ages 8 and up. 02/19 Art at Night - Wine Tasting 6:15-7pm 02/21 Painting Workshop - Winter Landscapes 12:30-3:30pm Adults registration deadline 02/14. This workshop is designed to enhance your understanding of color and paint applicaiton. Grown your skills and paint visually convincing landscapes in oil or acrylics. Learn how to create an effictive light-filled landscape painting. Instructor Dian Tomash, will give a talk and a brief demonstration and discussion of color mixing and application and will give individual attention to each student at their own level. Use of color, tone, light and shadow will be emphasized. Work from your own sketch, photo reference, or use those provided. All levels welcome. 02/21 Creative Sparks Art Class for Kids Adire Cloth Printing for ages 5 and up $5 includes materials from 1-2pm Adire is Yoruban term describing the indigo dyed cloth made in south western Nigeria by yoruba women, using a variety of resist dyd techniques. This process involves keeping some areas of the cloth from absorbing dye, creating a white pattern on a blue background. Create your own adire cloth pieces using a resist dying technique in the class. 02/22 Afternoon Acoustics 1-3pm - Zebras & Bulls Fight Tonight 02/25 Basic Drawing Classes - Drawing Fundamentals with David Rhodes SCOSA from 1:30-3:30pm $10 per class Adults registration deadline 02/18 Learn the basic skills and techniques of drawing by focusing on observational rendering, use of line, shading, mark making, elements of compostition, and creativity. Draw from a variety of subjects, build technical skills, and develop personal expression. This class is geared toward mature adults, but all adults are
welcome. Basic supplies provided for use of students. 02/26 Art at Night - Meditation 6-7pm
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Chocolate As Forrest Gump iconically stated: “Mama always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” However, unlike many people of situations in life, I have rarely met a chocolate I did not love. And here is some “yummy” news about chocolate that is sure to fill our hearts with even more warmth and happiness (especially as we give and receive chocolate to our loved ones this Valentine’s Day…). While not quite a vegetable, chocolate is derived from the cocoa plant and contains some of the health benefits of dark vegetables. Chocolate is rich in flavanol, an antioxidant that protects the body from damage caused by free radicals (akin to nuclear waste) that are formed by normal bodily processes. In fact, chocolate contains nearly 8 times the amount of antioxidants found in strawberries! Anyone up for chocolate dipped strawberries? Dr. Nina’s What You Need to Know: About Chocolate, our Key to Happiness and Health: Heart Health Benefits You may have heard it said, “Forget love, I’d rather fall in chocolate.” Fortunately, we may not have to choose between chocolate and a healthy heart. Flavonol relaxes blood vessels and can lower blood pressure. Additionally, it has been shown to decrease “bad cholesterol” levels and the ability to form clots that can cause blockages in blood vessels. What this translates to is decreased levels of heart attacks and atherosclerosis (fatty plaques inside your vessels). Weight In a perfect world, chocolate would have no calories. While this may not be the case, there is some good news: dark chocolate provides a sense of satiety, or feeling full. By decreasing our cravings for sweet, salty, and fatty foods, it functions as an “appetite suppressant” and can decrease our overall consumption throughout the day. However, this news does not give us carte blanche to consume as much chocolate as we want. Because chocolate still contains fat and calories, moderation is the key to get the best of both worlds. Pregnancy Could a balanced diet for the pregnant woman mean dark chocolate in both hands? Studies have shown that women who consumed dark chocolate daily during their pregnancy were better able to handle stress, had babies who smiled more and were happier, and had a decreased incidence of pre-eclampsia. Pre-eclampsia is a dangerous complication of pregnancy where blood pressures become elevated and protein is found in the urine. Stress Reduction Keep calm and eat…and smell…chocolate. Eating dark chocolate has been shown to increase our “feel good” chemicals in our brain. Additionally, it decreases stress hormone levels. Studies have also shown that just the smell of chocolate can increase certain brain waves and trigger relaxation. So, while “you can’t buy happiness, you can buy chocolate, and that’s kind of the same thing.” Sun protection In addition to applying sunscreen, consuming dark chocolate can decrease sunburn and keep our skin smoother, thicker, less rough, less scaly, and moister. The antioxidant effects of dark chocolate are believed to counteract the free radicals (akin to nuclear waste) that are generated as a consequence of exposure to UV radiation. Cough While your doctor may not prescribe chocolate for that cough, it may function as a home remedy. Chocolate contains a compound called theobromine that appears to suppress coughing almost as effectively as codeine. In addition to being delightful to your taste buds, chocolate lacks codeine’s side effects of feeling sleepy or dull.
Chocolate is near and dear to our hearts...and even more so in the month of February. With its potential for a number of health benefits, chocolate does not have to be a forbidden love, guilty pleasure, or given up. But like with anything, moderation is key. And so aptly stated, our love for chocolate may be the key to happiness and health. Like Forrest, I may not be a smart woman, “but I know what love is.”
Galloway Library February Events 02/02 They Don’t Make them like They Used to:Classic Film Club 12”30pm 02/03 Sleepy Storytime ages 2 1/2-6 7-7:30pm You can come in your jammies 02/04 Toddler Storytime ages 1 1/2-3 Come hear stories and sing songs 02/05 Introduction to Microsoft Word Ope to Adults 10am 02/05 Preschool StoryTime ages 3 1/2-5 Fun stories and Cool Crafts 10:30am 02/05 Introduction to Microsoft Power Point Open to Adults 11:15am 02/05 Introduction to Microsoft Excel Open to Adults 12:30pm 02/06 Toddler Dance Party Shake Your Sillies out to songs old and new ages 1 1/2-3 1/2 10am 02/09 Furry Buddies ages 6-14 Join Cavan, Erin or Freedom therapy dogs who love to share stories with children. 6:30pm 02/11 StoryTime Birthday Party for Author Mo Willems ages 3-6 Special storytime featuring favorites such as Knuffle Bunny, the Pigeonm Elephant and Piggie, and more. Snacks and craft add to the fun! 10:30am 02/12 Introduction to Computers Open to Adults 10am 02/12 Preschool Storytime ages 3 1/2-5 Fun stories and making cool crafts 10:30am 02/12 Introduction to the Internet Open to Adults 11:15am 02/12 Introduction to Email Open to Adults 12:30pm 02/12 Eat Your Hear Out: Zombie Apocalypse Party ages 11 and older 6pm Have a bloody good time as you create creepy crafts, eat gory snacks, and more! 02/12 Maximize your Retirement and Social Security Income Open to Adults 6:30pm 02/13 Library Closed Lincoln’s Birthday 02/14 I Love My Library Valentine’s Day Storytime ages 3 and older 10:30am Celebrate Valentine’s Day at a special storytime! Make a beautiful valentine for someone you love! Enjoy special snacks and surprises! 02/14 HELP Technology Support Group Open to Adults 2pm 02/16 Library Closed Presiden’ts Day 02/17 Lego Club 4pm ages 6 and older Gather with other LEGO lovers to build something and show the rest of the group. We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination. 02/18 The Every Third Tuesday I REALLY, REALLY Love Books Club 1:30pm Open to Adults 02/18 The Be There or Be Square Wednesday Night I Love to Read Books Club 7pm Open to Adults 02/19 Introdution to Microsoft Word 10am Open to Adults 02/19 Introduction to Microsoft Power Point 11:15am Open to Adults 02/19 Introduction to Microsoft Excel 12:30pm Open to Adults 02/21 Unsung Heroes of the Civil War Movie Event 1:30pm Open to Adults 02/21 Introduction to Windows 8 2pm Open to Adults 02/23 Kids ONly Book Club 4pm ages 8-12 Enjoy tasty snacks and discuss books with Miss Dana 02/23 Furry Buddies ages 6-14 6:30pm Come Read a story to Cavan, Erin or Freedom therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children. 02/24 Sleepy Storytime ages 2 1/2-6 Listen to sweet bedtime stories before heading off to bed. Come in your jammies and don’t forget your blankie too! 7pm 02/25 Toddler Storytime 10am ages 1 1/2-3 Come hear stories and sing songs 02/26 Introduction to Computers 10am Open to Adults 02/26 Preschool Storytime 10:30am ages 3 1/25 Enjoy hearing fun stories and making cool crafts 02/26 Introduction to Internet 11:15am Open to Adults 02/26 Introduction to Email 12:30pm Open to
Adults 02/28 A Super Spelling Bee Champion Movie Event 10am ages 5 and older. 02/28 A BEE-UTIFUL Craft 12pm ages 5 and older Make a cute craft after wathing Akeelah win her spelling bees 02/28 Resume Seminar 2:30pm Open to Adults
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WINE TASTING FOR CHARITY The Noyes Museum held their monthly educational wine tasting in conjunction with White Horse Wine and Spirits. The goal to these tastings is to help consumers increase their knowledge about wine while surrounded by extraordinary art. This months wine tasting theme was New Wines for the New Year. All the wines tasted were geared towards wines and regions that many may not have tried before. This months wines were Quinta Avelada, Vinho Verde, Domaine de Pajot, white blend, Santa Digna, Reserve Syrah, and Tabernero, Borgona. Each month a local charity is chosen to donate the profits to help support these great endeavors. This month the charity was “On the Go Cafe a Family of 5” which is a charity that helps children with Autism and ADHD learn social and emotional skills that will help them in their future. John, Tressa and their three children, Trevis, Justus, and Vicotry formulated this program to help their children learn how to transition and self regulate in different environments, and settings. The personalized training is unique to the children’s individual needs, which aids in teaching social and communication skills, eye contact, problem solving, how to apply and use common sense, team work, organizational skills, critical thinking and much more. A wonderful evening in support of a wonderful charity.
Absegami Forensics Team from left: Row 1: Michael Moore, Saverio Turrano, C. J. Coyle, Isabelle Brown, Nicholas Hathaway, Zach Hassel, Bart Machula Row 2: Brady Bock, Ashley Fox, Kevin Gehringer Row 3: Rachel Cohen, Juliet Melnik, Matt Brennan, Jordan Porch, Jess Schrading, Austin Beaulieu, Natalie Frantz, Morgan Lyons, Spencer Lyons, Peyton Wagner, Taylor DeClement, Miranda Muniz, Maggie Cohen
ABSEGAMI FORENSICS TEAM TAKES FOURTH PLACE AT MAINLAND COMPETITION AND SECOND PLACE AT HOME TOURNAMENT The Absegami High School Forensics Team is off to a great start this season, winning fourth place at the competition held at Mainland High School on December 20th and winning second place at the Absegami High School tournament on January 10th. Individual award winners at the Mainland competition included C. J. Coyle and Nicholas Hathaway, who won 1st place in Comedy Pairs, Isabelle Brown, who won 1st place in persuasive speaking and Saverio Turrano, who won 1st place in Prose Interpretation and 1st place in Improvisational Pairs with Michael Moore. Brown also won 2nd place in Impromptu Speaking as well as 3rd place in Improvisation Pairs with C. J. Coyle and 1st Place in After Dinner Speaking. Hathaway and Turrano also finished in 1st place in Musical Pairs. Other winners included Coyle who also won 3rd place in After Dinner Speaking, Juliet Melnik, who won 5th place in After Dinner Speaking, and Maggie Cohen, who won 5th place in Comedy Monologue. Individual award winners at the Absegami competition included Kevin Gehringer, who won 1st place in After Dinner Speaking, Persuasive Speaking and 2nd place in Comedy Monologue and Nicholas Hathaway, who won 1st place in Musical Pairs with Saverio Turrano, 3rd place in Dramatic Duo with Isabelle Brown. Turrano also won 1st place in Prose Interpretation and Brown won 1st place in Comedy Monologue. Other award winners included Brady Bock and Zach Hassel, who won 5th place in Musical Pairs, C. J. Coyle, who won 3rd place in Impromptu Speaking, and Turrano & Michael Moore, who took 3rd place in Improvisational Pairs.