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Long Valley Teen Raises $25,000 For Kids In Need
By Ashley Bouwense ong Valley Middle School student, Zach Rice, is giving back to children in need. The fourth-annual “Action for Distraction” 5K charity run that Rice founded was held Sat., May 21, at Loantaka Brook Park in Morristown. The event raised $25,000, the most the charity has ever raised in one event. All of the proceeds will go to buying gaming systems and funding other activities for Goryeb’s Children’s Hospital so that children in the hospital rooms have something to distract themselves from their pain. “This is the best 5K we had,” 13-year-old Rice said. “The event was great; everything fell into place.” Close to 500 people were registered for the “Action for Distraction” event, the largest 5K since the charity was started in 2013. In 2012, Rice was admit-
ted to Morristown Medical Center for a septic hip infection. Rice was later diagnosed with avascular necrosis of the hip, an extremely rare disease for children. After a big surgery in Oct. 2012 to attach an external fixator, Rice’s pain levels were tremendously high. “The doctors said he would adjust to the pain level,” Rice’s mother, Shannon Sohn-Rice, said, “but he never did.” “I had a rough time without a distraction,” Rice said. “Having nothing to keep me busy made the pain even worse.” Rice recalled one day in the hospital when his father, Dan Rice, brought a PS3 gaming system in his room to distract him from the pain. And that’s when an idea was born. At the age of 10, while Zach suffered through the pain of the fixator, he looked at his mom and said, “I want
to run a charity to help kids in my position.” “The look on my mother’s face was priceless,” Rice chuckled in fond recollection. “I didn’t understand how this idea could have come to him,” Sohn-Rice said. “All I wanted to do was to just get through each day with him, and he wanted to start a charity to help others kids. I knew that there was no way that we couldn’t do this.” The charity planning was what got Rice and his family through his last few months with the fixator until Rice had surgery to get it removed March 2013. “The planning gave us purpose,” Rice’s mom explained. Together, with the help of Rice’s parents and Morristown Medical Center’s “Kids 4 Kids” organization, Rice was able to establish the charity, “Action for Distraction” and create his first 5K event to raise money for the cause. “We decided to go with a 5K to raise money because it promotes a healthy lifestyle,” Rice said. At this year’s race, a parent—whose child is being treated for Leukemia at Goryeb’s Children’s Hospital— spoke about how an “Action for Distraction” gaming system has helped her son. Not only does the
Miss Central Coast, Olivia Michael; Anna Moore, volunteer; Shannon Sohn-Rice, mother; Zach Rice; Mackenzie Rice, sister; Ken Rosato; Dan Rice, father.
game distract their child from the pain, it helps their child’s friends when they come to visit; it gives them all something to bond over. “Her speech brought tears to my eyes,” Rice said. “I never realized [the charity] would be this good.” Rice was honored May 2 in Washington D.C. as one of the 10 recipients of the Prudential Spirit Award, which goes to students in elementary through high school who have shown amazing acts of volunteerism. Overall, “Action for Distraction” raised more than $70,000. Every room in Goryeb’s Children’s Hospital is equipped with a gam-
ing system, and Rice plans to fund even more distractions for kids in the hospital. Will there be another 5K planned for next spring? “Oh, yeah!” Rice eagerly confirmed. “We can’t quit on our bench mark year!” Rice’s zeal does not stop with “Action for Distraction.” He is an avid singer, saxophonist and cook; he enjoys performing and speaking in front of people. In the future, Rice would like to fulfill his dream of becoming a musician. When asked how he felt about making such a significant impact on the lives of young people, Rice said, “I really can’t describe the feeling. If there was a word,
I would say ‘floating.’” “It’s a great thing to help kids and people, in general,” he said. “It may seem hard to help others, but it is really easy to make an impact.” Rice’s favorite subject in school is history: “I like to learn about the past and how this world came to be,” he explained. “I find it so interesting to see how the world is formed by people.” He may not realize it now, but Rice is playing a formative role in his favorite subject. The eighth-grader’s determination has shaped history for the better, as “Action for Distraction” continues to help children in need.
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Highlands Ridge Barn Becomes New Recreation Center
By Ashley Bouwense crowd gathered around Chester’s Highlands Ridge Barn to celebrate the end of the barn’s renovations with a ribbon cutting ceremony and luncheon held Wed, May 25. Mayor Bill Cogger addressed the gathering: “I want to take the time to thank the volunteers that made the renovations possible. Their acts of kindness have made the barn what it is today. It proves that when a community gets together, things really get done.” Everyone cheered as the mayor cut the ceremonial red ribbon. Champagne was passed amongst the crowd to celebrate, and everyone filed in to the refurbished barn for a volunteer luncheon. As people walked into the building, they had the opportunity to peruse multiple poster displays created by the Chester Historical Society, documenting the evolution of the Highlands Ridge Park. The line of posters showed photos and facts about the park when it was formerly Bell Labs’ Telcordia Tracta in the 1930’s; the history of the long-term test facility, “Telephone Pole Farm,” for AT&T in
“The barn renovation project is important as it will be the focal point in the community where various recreation programs and events will be held,” Maxine Finney said, Recreation director for Chester Township and Borough. “It's a centrally located, easily accessible and stunning facility with joint efforts from many volunteers from the town.” The barn is situated at the base of the
town’s main sledding hill and is also on the same drive as the first aid squad, community garden and food pantry, which makes it truly at the heart of the township. The barn is not only Chester’s community center, it is the town’s “hot-spot,” as it is where programs like barn dances, comedy nights, youth improve classes, free concerts, continued on next page
the 1980’s; and a display of maps and aerial shots of the park’s facilities. Highlands Ridge Park was purchased by Chester Township in July 2004. Highlands Ridge Barn evolved from “nothing” to “something;” it used to be a dairy barn more than 50 years ago. The renovations took six years to complete. Now, the barn is a recreation center, fully equipped with air conditioning, heated floors, Wi-Fi, a generator and tiled bathrooms and showers. The new additions are far cries from the old farm troughs and tools that once used to clutter the aging structure not so long ago.
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continued from previous page family movie nights, film camps and more are held. Only non-profit and communitybased organizations can use the barn for hosting activities and events. Finney explained that having the barn completely renovated will allow the town to use it more, as more programs will be scheduled. At its establishment in 1740, Chester became a large agricultural community. The
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town was a place for travelers to pass through to conduct their business, find lodging and traverse to local cities such as Phillipsburg, Morristown and New York City. Now, the people of Chester are working hard to preserve their town’s rich history. The Highlands Ridge Barn restoration is just one example of the townspeople’s dedication to keeping the historical dignity and the community-based atmosphere of the town alive and well.
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Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan Moving Along In Chester
By Ashley Bouwense he people of Chester Township and Borough agreed that there should be better paths for bikers and pedestrians, and their concerns were heard. Members of the Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning Project Team held a public meeting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wed., April 27 at the Chester Township Municipal Building where they presented and planned elements on better cycling and walking conditions and received public input on the recommendations. About 40 people showed for the public forum. A year ago, 12 citizens formed a steering committee to decide how to improve the public mobility and safety in Chester. The group sent an online survey to the people of Chester to collect input on current feelings about walking and cycling conditions in town. Overall, people wanted to see better conditions for bicyclers and pedestrians. “[The Project Team] hired the consulting firm from the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) to analyze the public data and to look at our current conditions,� borough resident and president of the Chester Historical society, Ed Ng, said. Over 400 people answered the survey. Sixty-three percent called for improvements in pedestrian safety and walkway connectivity, and 66 percent called for improvements in bicycle infrastructure, safety and bike lane connectivity.
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With the help of NJDOT, the Project Team was able to develop a set of recommendations for the Chester bicycle and pedestrian plan. These recommendations include: more sidewalks, multi-use paths and trails for pedestrians; increased multi-use, bike lanes, shoulder use, shared lanes and high speed routes for the bicycle network; signalized crossings on Route 206 and Main Street; and un-signalized crossings on Route 24 at Seward’s Hill and Main Street at Hillside. While the plan is being developed by the Borough of Chester and Chester Township, NJDOT is providing the local technical assistance and Urban Engineers, Inc. is providing consulting. The Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning Project Team is very excited about the plan they put together for the town. The team wrote on its website, “[The plan] creates a bicycle and pedestrian network that links parks, schools and neighborhoods with the center of town. The plan will improve safety and mobility of non-motorized travel in our community, and serve as the basis for implementing future bicycle and pedestrian projects in Chester.� Project recommendations will be taken into consideration and then the steering group will take the recommendations to the township and borough’s governing bodies. Now, the biggest priority for the Project Team is to apply for available grants. Maxine Finney, Chester Recreation director and a participant on the steering commit-
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Middle School English Teacher Awarded Educator Of The Year
By Ashley Bouwense iddle School English teacher, Joseph Pizzo, was awarded the New Jersey Association for Middle Level Education (NJAMLE) Educator of the Year, and he did not even know he was in the running. Pizzo was announced the winner of the esteemed title, Educator of the Year, while he attended the NJAMLE Conference at Kean University, Fri., March 11. “I am very honored to even be considered,” Pizzo said. “I work with tremendously talented individuals, and to even be considered for this award is truly an honor.” Pizzo teaches seventh grade integrated language arts at Black River Middle School, and has taught for a total of 42 years at the institution. Not only does Pizzo teach middle school English full time, he currently serves as a graduate school adjunct professor of leadership and team building at Centenary College, and he is an adjunct professor of freshman English composition at Union County College. When asked how he balances such a demanding teaching schedule, Pizzo chuckled first, and then replied with an emphatic, “I love it!” He confessed the work-load can be exhausting; he even admitted that he could retire now, “but I won’t,” he said.
“What gets me out of bed in the morning is coming in to see my students,” Pizzo said. “I keep hanging on because it feels so good to maintain mutual respect with my students and to lead them.” With every new day of teaching, Pizzo always brings his heart to the classroom. The unwavering support and respect he shows his students creates a strong learning environment. “My philosophy is to support every kid and to meet them at their level.” Pizzo explained that he tries to create win-win situations within his classroom. If a student makes a mistake on a homework assignment or a test, he works with them to fix the problem. “I’m trying to change the mindset and climate in my classroom to one where failure is not negative if it is handled correctly,” he said. “Failure builds character and grit.” Pizzo compared his teaching style to that of a phoenix rising from the ashes: when the students get caught in the ashes of their mistakes, he helps them rise out of the negative— whether it is through retakes or do-overs— to find success. Every student has the opportunity to shine in Pizzo’s class. He sees their talents and encourages them. “I find the good and praise it,” he says. “It’s important to see the best of students. When students feel good in the classroom, they’ll learn the most.” Pizzo believes in the power of “thank you.” He is a big proponent of appreciating others and he always looks for the opportunity to show people they are valued. Every year, Pizzo
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and his seventh grade class read Alex Haley’s short story, “Writing Three Thank-You Letters.” In the story, Haley, a member of the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII, reflects upon the Thanksgiving holiday. Haley realizes that he has seven people whom he wants to thank, but four of those people are already dead. He decides to write three of the living his heartfelt thanks for the positive impact they had on his life. By incorporating this story into his teaching every year, Pizzo hopes the reading will show his students the power of “thank you” and inspire them to become thankful citizens, just as he tries to be. Over the years, Pizzo’s past students have come back to thank him for the positive impact he had on their lives. “My door is always open to my students,” he said, and that open door policy has extended far beyond the reaches of the hallways of Black River. Pizzo told of a former seventh grade student from Taiwan, Nolan, whom he helped tutor over many summers. The now most prominent lawyer in China Town has stayed in touch with Pizzo for more than 30 years. Nolan regularly meets Pizzo for meals and never lets him pay. Nolan’s reasoning? Pizzo gave so much to him when he was a student, so it is only right that he gives back in this way. Nolan told Pizzo, “You are my teacher forever.” Pizzo remembered another former student, Eric, whom he helped throughout his stay at Black River. Eric was a known trouble-maker throughout the school but, despite Eric’s ability continued on page 10
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continued from page 8 to get “under teachers’ skin,” Pizzo saw the student’s raw talent. He encouraged Eric to stay focused and to use his brilliance. Pizzo received a letter from Eric after his once seventh-grade student finished college. “I want to thank you,” Eric wrote. “You were the only one who believed in me.” Karrie Wright, who currently serves on the Chester School District’s Board of Education, was also Pizzo’s former student. When Pizzo was awarded for 40 years of service at Black River, Wright asked if she could, fittingly, present her former teacher with the award. Pizzo said he remembers exactly where Karrie sat, her handwriting and her conscientiousness. Just as he remembers with Karrie, Pizzo carries stories and memories of each and every one of his students with him. With all of Pizzo’s success as a teacher, it may come as a shock that he wanted to make a profession out of America’s favorite pastime. “I wanted to take Mickey Mantle’s place at center field for the Yankees,” he humorously admitted the boyhood memory. He even had thoughts about being a baseball announcer. When he started his freshman year at Trenton State College— now The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)—Pizzo was uncertain as to what he wanted to do for a profession, that is, until minutes before his freshman college math class one day. “I overheard some classmates talking about a math problem they couldn’t figure out,” he recalled. Pizzo went over to his struggling peers and explained the
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problem and, after Pizzo’s explanation, they understood how to solve it. “I remembered how good it felt to be able to explain how things worked to others.” Pizzo carried that feeling with him and declared an education major. After he received a Bachelor of Arts in English education from Trenton State, Pizzo continued at the same college to earn a master’s of education degree in English. Pizzo heard about a job opening at the Black River Middle School after he got his graduate degree, and he called for an interview. The school wanted to gauge what Pizzo was like in the classroom, so they gave him the opportunity to substitute teach. This was where he first met his mentor, Dr. Joseph F. Byrnes Byrnes, now retired, used to teach social studies at Black River. He taught Pizzo how to build up students to succeed. “He knew how to teach and get kids motivated,” said Pizzo. “He reminded me of my father; I learned as much about teaching from Dr. Byrnes as I did from my dad about life.” Black River offered Pizzo a teaching position, and the rest is history. Pizzo took the job gratefully. “It was the best decision I ever made,” he said. Throughout his 42 years teaching at the school, Pizzo has made a great impact amongst the students and the school community. Pizzo particularly likes to work with students on projects that extend past their classroom work.
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“I know what skills are necessary to have in the real world,” he said. “I try to encourage my students to think outside the box, explore and take chances.” One of Pizzo’s most memorable projects was when he helped facilitate his students’ planning and creating of the 9/11 Memorial Garden in Chubb Park in 2002. Including the Black River Middle School community projects, Pizzo regularly conducts education workshops throughout the year. He will run four workshops this year. From June 23 to June 25, Pizzo and his colleague, Dr. Kenneth Piascik, will present, “Change Your Classroom; Change Your Mind,” at the Schools to Watch Conference in Washington D.C. They will teach participants how to use brain research to enhance students’ learning, retention, motivation and more through multi-media materials, prompts and thoughtful discussions and engagements. Additionally, on June 8, Pizzo was chosen to serve on the New Jersey Department of Education’s (NJDOE) Council of Teaching and Learning. The first Council meeting is set for June 27. From all he has given to the Black River Middle School, Pizzo is very thankful for the support the community has given him. “I have gotten as much back from teaching as I have given,” Pizzo acknowledged. “I love this community! The best of the best are at Black River; this is a school to watch.” “The choice to pursue teaching was absolutely the right one,” he said. “I know God put me here for a reason.”
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By Ashley Bouwense ong Valley mom and now-author, Lauren Palermo, teaches children to look for the love in her first picture book, “Clicky Jules: Love is All Around.” “Clicky Jules” was pub-
Long Valley Mom Finds Love In First Children’s Book lished April 3. It is a story about a girl named Jules who learns how to use a camera. Throughout her “picture-taking adventure,” Jules starts to see heartshapes in everyday objects and, throughout the story; she decides to take photo-
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across.” Palermo has hundreds of photos of heart-shaped objects, and she uses some of those photos in “Clicky Jules.” All of the heart shapes Jules comes across in her adventures really happened to Palermo. The self-taught photographer said Jules’s character is an older version of her three-year-old daughter. Palermo aimed to capture the world through the eyes of a child: the wonderment, the openness and the magic that childhood offers. Palermo was always creative, drawing and writing whenever she could since she was young, and she always read. “I would read anything I could get my hands on,” she recalled.
Her love of reading carries onto her family today by instilling her passion into her young children. “My house is covered in books,” she explained. Palermo received a business degree from Montclair State University as an undergraduate, and then she went to Saint Peter’s University to earn her teaching certificate and master’s degree in education. For a while, she taught middle school and preschool, and now she stays home with her children. With her creativity and especially her background in education, Palermo knew that she wanted to write a book, but she did not know how to make it happen. “I didn’t think writing a continued on next page
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Chester Author Armors Voters With Tools To Go To Polls More Informed
By Cheryl Conway ith the primaries over and the general election on its way, voters have some decisions to make before Election Day in Nov. No matter which party affiliation, being informed can steer any voter in the direction toward making a sound decision. Chester Twp. resident and author Israel Vicente has taken it upon himself to research and educate readers about the candidates in his newly released book, “For The People: Time To Take Our Country Back!” “Insightful and compelling,” according to some readers, “For The People” is a nonfiction political science book that just came out June 16. Available online in paperback and e-book through Amazon and Barnes & Noble, the 195 page book was self-published by VCV Publishing. “I try to do the research that people don’t have time to do,” says Vicente. “I wanted to inform America the root causes of the challenges we face and what we need in the next president to reverse the economic stagnation the country faces.” Vicente, who began writing his third book in mid-2015 and finished eight months later in April, refers to a lot of researched material in his latest book. “The research I did for the book included a number of books I read,” says Vicente, such as two books written by Pres. Barack Obama, “Dreams From My Father,” and “ The Audacity of Hope,” as well as other noteworthy sources such as “The New York Times,” “Newsweek,” “U.S. News Report,” “Washington Post,” and so many others. “The book is heavily researched,” en-
sures Vicente, a technology entrepreneur and founder of GCS, a successful global IT consulting firm based in NJ. “The book is about informing the American people of the damage that has been done to the country the past eight years,” says Vicente. “I talk about, on a macro-level, the country’s national debt that is 19 trillion dollars and rising at an alarming rate.” According to Vicente, The country was at a 10 trillion dollar debt when Obama was elected in 2008; since he became president, it has nearly doubled to 19 trillion. He talks about the middle class in the U.S. which has shrunk from 45 million households in 2000 to 43 million households by 2013. “I do the research on the state of the country in terms of the economy, in terms of security, in terms of illegal immigration, jobs and the demise of the middle class,” he says. A registered Republican, Vicente says “I prefer to look at the candidate and not necessarily the party. I’m conservative fiscally and socially but when I vote I look at the candidate: what they represent; what their platform is and make the determination based on that. “I try to ignore the rhetoric,” he continues. “We are constantly bombarded by rhetoric that does not necessarily tell us what their background is; they don’t tell us what they’re going to do for the country. I look at their background to determine how they will behave as our leaders.”
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frustrated and angry, he explains. “People don’t feel that President Obama, most recently in the last eight years, has made decisions that are good for the country” so they turn to Trump, “a successful businessman who speaks his mind.” Vicente’s goal in his book is to inform the readers and voters. continued on next page
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NFL Player Brings Home Football Camp For A Cause
By Anastasia Marchese t is the dream of many boys and young men to play in the NFL, and one hometown native is living the dream.
Michael Burton is from Long Valley and attended West Morris Central High School where he spent four years playing for the Wolfpack. After high school Burton went on to Rutgers where he started his college football career as a walk on and by his senior year, he was named Team Captain. He was also awarded the Paul Robeson Award for “performance, leadership and dedication on and off the field.” His first season with the NFL was in 2015 in which he was named to Mel Kiper’s All Rookie Team. He currently plays fullback for the Detroit Lions. All this success has not made Burton forget his home town or his West Morris Central High roots.
"I'm looking forward to getting back to New Jersey and hosting my first football camp,” he says. “These are the people that helped make me into the person I am today and I'm looking forward to sharing what I've learned with young kids in the area. The idea that I can do this while also helping out Embrace Kids Foundation, which does such incredible work for children and families battling cancer, makes this a winwin. We are going to have a lot of fun on June 25." The camp will be held at West Morris Central High School and is open to children ages of five to 14. The camp starts at 10 a.m. and concludes at 1 p.m. on June 25th. The participants will take part in non-contact football drills and receive training tips. T-Shirt’s and an autographed picture of Burton are included with the $30 per camper fee. Food and drinks will be provided after the training and excontinued on next page
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continued from previous page “I try not to sway people on who to vote for,” he says, “but simply to be more informed and have more insight into the history of the last eight years, the candidates who are options today and make their decision based on that. Everyone makes their own decision on how they vote, what’s important to them and it never hurts to be informed.” While he says he “has always been interested in politics and how it impacts the lives of people everywhere,” he does not consider himself an expert in politics but rather an “American who has an interest in seeing our government represent the people.” The important message of the book is that “Americans need to remind politicians: while we choose them to be the leader, they represent the people and not themselves.” Vicente recommends his book to “every person who is eligible to vote.” He says that currently includes 146 million American people. “My hope is that not only will more people vote but those who vote, will vote better informed.” He dedicates his book “for all the people who call the U.S. home. I decided to write the book to give a voice to Americans' dissatisfaction with how our leaders have mismanaged the people's political affairs.” In a synopsis of his book, Vicente writes, “America is still the greatest country in the world, but it is maligned with many challenges that have been ignored or exacerbated by our leaders. The American people are fed up, tired and angry. It is time for the people to rise up and take our country back!” With two non-fiction books previously published in 2014, Vicente is the author of “The Courage to Be Different” and “Divergent Lives.” He already has plans to write a fourth book about illegal immigration and its impact on the American economy. To meet the author and get a book signed, Vicente is planning to host a book signing at the Chester Library in the near future. Go to www.vicente.com to email him and receive updates on author appearances.
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continued from previous page ercises are over and completed. Cleats are optional, not mandatory. Not only is Burton excited to host his first football camp on hometown soil, but the partnership with the Embrace Kids Foundations makes it a double give back. According to their mission statement, “Embrace Kids Foundation exists to lighten the burden and improve the quality of life for children with cancer, sickle cell and other serious disorders in the NJ/NY City metropolitan area. Underlying all of our programs is our goal to help maintain as much normalcy as possible in our patients' lives by addressing the spiritual, emotional and financial issues of the kids and their families. We believe that addressing the needs of the patient and families as a whole is a critical part of caring for the child.” Started in 1990, by a group of medical professionals along with parents and pa-
tient’s friends, it has grown to the point where in 2013 it was able to provide more than $1.4 million in services to children and their families, according to its website. In 1990, parents, friends and medical professionals joined together to raise funds for children with cancer and other serious disorders. What started as a modest grassroots effort has grown and flourished into an impressive organization and a solid volunteer network of parents, patients, professionals, community leaders and students. In 2013, Embrace Kids Foundation provided more than $1.4 million in services to children and families throughout the NJ and NY area. The child patients range in age from infancy to young adulthood and encompass all ethnic and social backgrounds. The family programs and support services are offered at absolutely no cost to the family.
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Native Plant Sale Blossoms Into Best Year Yet
by Ashley Bouwense he Chester Environmental Commission’s 15th Annual Native Plant Sale yielded the most distributed native plants ever. The Environmental Commission distributed 949 native plants May 7 to people from all across New Jersey, not just Chester. “It’s hard to find native plants at local nurseries,” said member of the Chester Envi-
ronmental Commission Stan Pukash. “We had people from Sussex County, Edison and Morristown who came to pick up their plants.” Although it rained during the sale, crowds of people still flocked to the foliage. Fifteen years ago, the environmental commission decided they wanted to reintroduce native plants to Chester and the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Acupuncture Can Enhance Your Endocrine System and Optimize Your Health
id you know that your endocrine system produces 30 distinct hormones each of which has extremely specific jobs to do? Your endocrine system is responsible for all hormonal functions in the body. Your endocrine system governs your physical growth, mood, reproduction, mental functionality, your mood and your immune system. Needless to say, it is very important to have your endocrine system operating optimally at all times. When not working properly, you can become susceptible to infertility, various diseases and your ability to overcome infection will become weakened. Your endocrine system impacts every area of your health and yet unknowingly it is bombarded on a daily basis with the foods you consume and the amount stress you allow in your life. The cornerstone of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has always been about prevention and helping the body to restore balance to the various organ systems and meridians or pathways that cover the entire body. If these pathways or meridians become obstructed or depleted you can suffer from a myriad of symptoms such as: tiredness, weight gain, depression, digestive problems, infertility, hair loss, arthritis and feeling cold all the time, regardless of the temperature. The following are a list of each of the endocrine glands and their functions: Thyroid – The thyroid gland produces thyroid stimulating hormones (TSH) and Triiodothyronine (T3) and Free Thyroxine (T4) which control the growth, your temperature and function of every cell in your body. Your thyroid controls your metabolism – a high TSH combined with a low or normal T4 generally indicates hypothyroidism, which can have a detrimental effect on fertility, your energy level and your ability to lose weight to name a few. Sometimes a diseased thyroid gland will start producing very high levels of T3 but still produce normal levels of T4. Therefore measurement of both hormones provides an even more accurate evaluation of thyroid function. Reproductive Hormones – Your reproductive glands consist of either ovaries or testes and secrete hormones that control the development of male and female characteristics. Women have two ovaries and their function is to release egg cells and
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to produce hormones. They usually produce one egg per month and their function is quite unique. The normal ovary produces two very important hormones but in a very special unique way. For the first half of the menstrual cycle only Estrogen is produced but in the latter half the ovary also starts producing another hormone Progesterone. The ovary also produces small amounts of testosterone. Did you know that when a baby girl is born, her ovaries contain all the egg cells (ova) she will ever possess? The egg cells are formed in utero and no new egg cells are formed after birth. This differs substantially from the male, who start producing sperm only at puberty and then continues to produce sperm for the rest of his life. This is why women enter the menopause with all their egg cells used up. The first half of a women’s cycle is considered Yin as is Estrogen, while the second half of a woman’s cycle is Yang in nature and is Progesterone. It is vitally important that both are balanced to ensure a good menstrual cycle and provide a fertile ground for conception. In males the Testes are glands are responsible for making testosterone, the primary male sex hormone, and for generating sperm. The semen is considered a Yin substance while the sperm and its ability to swim is considered to be more Yang. Therefore, sperm volume, motility and morphology come under the auspices of both Kidney Yin and Yang. Hypothalamus/Pituitary – The hypothalamus/pituitary glands provide the primary link between the endocrine and central nervous systems. Nerve cells and hormones signal the pituitary gland to secrete or suppress the release of various hormone messages to your other glands. The pituitary gland secretes your growth hormones. The hypothalamus controls the autonomic nervous system and acts with the limbic system to regulate emotional and behavioral patterns, regulates eating and drinking, and controls your body temperature. It also controls pituitary gland secretions. In response to stimuli such as stress, pain and emotions, the hypothalamus can exert effects on the pituitary gland to order to respond to these stimuli. Adrenals – Your adrenal glands sit on top of your kidneys and regulate your body’s response to stress and are made of two parts, each of which secretes a separate set of hormones.
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The adrenal cortex or outer part produces hormones’ that are vital to life, such as cortisol (which helps regulate your metabolism and your body respond to stress). The medulla or inner part produces hormones such as adrenaline which helps your body react to stress. Over time, chronic elevated stress levels can lead to weight gain, decreased resistance to infections, fatigue, muscles aches and low blood sugar. Pancreas – Your pancreas makes pancreatic juices and hormones, called insulin and glucagon. Both these hormones are secreted directly into your bloodstream, and together, they regulate the level of glucose in the blood. Insulin lowers the blood sugar level and increases the amount glucagon (stored carbohydrate) in the liver. Glucagon increases your blood sugar level if it falls too low. If the insulin secreting cells do not work properly, diabetes occurs. Pineal – Your pineal gland is also referred to as the “third eye”. It is the spiritual Third Eye, our inner vision and it is considered the seat of the soul. It is located in the center of the cranium. It produces the serotonin derivative melatonin, a hormone that affects the modulation of wake/sleep patterns and seasonal affective disorders. As you can see from the information above, your endocrine system is vital to maintaining homeostasis or balance to your life. A healthy endocrine system which secretes just the right amount of specific hormones will slow your aging process and keep you vibrant and healthy as you age. When treating an endocrine condition with Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, my job is to determine the root cause of your imbalance and then treat both the root cause and the branch (your symptoms). The endocrine system is tied to the internal balance of your yin and yang energy. I like to use this analogy, imagine that the Yang energy is like gasoline that fuels your car, and the Yin energy is the coolant for the car’s engine. Without the coolant, the engine overheats and begins to burn out. Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture work to make sure the Yin and Yang are equal within the body restoring your internal balance. The root of the body’s Qi or energy in Chinese Medicine is the Kidney Organ System. Treatment used to strengthen the Kidney System and movement of Qi throughout the body is used to strengthen the Kidney Organ System thereby restoring your endocrine glands. Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to restore hormonal balance, regulate energy levels, smooth emotions and help manage sleep, treat menstrual problems and reproductive problems. Treatments take you as an individual and your symptoms into account and are aimed at balancing the energy in your body, optimizing your health, restoring your immune function and balancing the production and release of hormones through a variety of approaches ranging from acupuncture and herbal formulas to dietary and lifestyle changes. Many patients benefit from an integrated Eastern and Western medical approach to endocrine health. At Skyland’s our patients are also educated on the various day to day food and chemicals from household cleaning products that disrupt your endocrine system on a daily basis.
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By Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta housands of people fled towards the gates of Turtle Back Zoo, West Orange, on Sat., June 4, for the 14th Annual Essex County Open House. There was live music, clowns, carnival games, treasure chests, giveaways, prize wheels and trivia tests, providing exciting entertainment for children as their parents gathered around more than 10 information tables that provided information about public awareness programs and services provided by Essex County. Directors and employees were on hand to answer questions. It was a great way for Essex County residents to meet the people who work for their county. The Open House included free admission to the zoo, which features: a mini-golf safari miniature golf course, sea lions, sting rays and sharks in a touch tank, a state-of-the-art reptile and education building, jaguars, snow leopards, Gibbon apes, wolves, otters, alligators, reptiles, and bears. There is also a beautiful gift shop. Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo, Jr., said, “We’ve done this for fourteen years. We’re here to socialize and network for Essex County. And it’s an opportunity to see the zoo for free.” According to DiVincenzo, last year there were 16,000 people in attendance. He said, “We’re hoping to hit 20,000 today.” This event was formerly held at a small setting in the Hall
of Records, according to Anthony Puglisi, Public Information director. But the zoo can accommodate a lot more people. Puglisi said, “Not many people know about what the county government does and how it affects their life. It’s informational and we try to make it fun.” Claudette Hampton, case manager and nurse at Essex County Special Child Health Services said, “We’re here to educate the public about community health and special child services. And [for the public to] know about various resources in Essex County.” Other Essex County tables exhibits included: Paper Mill Playhouse, Family Wrap, New Jersey’s Early Intervention System, Essex County Juvenile Detention Center, New Jersey Mental Health Cares, OACANP (The Oranges ACA Navigator Project), and Essex County Vocational Technical Schools. Attendees were able to enjoy the new giraffe exhibit which just opened up, as well as the recently opened bison exhibit with a new viewing area to get up close and look into. Puglisi said, “Before there was a split rail fence. You couldn’t get close to the animals.” The prairie dog exhibit will also be upgraded. Puglisi said, “We’re changing the way the public views so you get more of a clear picture; before it was a high glass wall.” A lion exhibit is also in the works. In addition to the new animal exhibits and developments, the café expanded to two stories, which triples the capacity
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Boy Scout Troop Honors Three New Eagle Scouts
oy Scout Troop 9 in Chester had three scouts, Gregory Bergmann, Michael Esposito and Timothy Prado, earn the rank of Eagle Scout, scouting’s highest rank, on Tues., May 24. Scoutmaster Gregory Burns, held an Eagle Scout Court of Honor at the newly renovated Highlands Ridge Barn, a day before the Barn’s official ribbon cutting ceremony. The event was attended by both Chester Township Mayor Bill Cogger and Chester Borough Mayor Janet Hoven who spoke highly of all three Eagle Scouts and what they had accomplished. They commented that all of the service projects were valued improvements to the town, without tax payer money, and were very much appreciated. Boy Scout Troop 9 is proud to have produced more than 60 eagle scouts since first organized in 1917. Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is of great significance. Less than six percent of all Boy Scouts have been able to attain this rank and since 1912 there have been more than two million Eagle Scouts recognized. This performance-based achievement involves fulfilling requirements in leadership,
service, and outdoor skills. It is centered on the goals of scouting: citizenship training, character development, and personal fitness. As the scouts demonstrate proficiency and skills along the way, they are able to advance through the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life and Eagle. For Eagle, a scout must earn 21 merit badges, 12 of which are required. These merit badges demonstrate a mastery of certain skills and knowledge and there are more than 120 to choose from. Service and responsibility are key elements of scouting as the scouts must demonstrate their participation in service projects as they advance. They also learn to become leaders as they begin to take on different positions in the Troop. The final Eagle Scout project is approved by the scout district, local council, and finally National Council. Being an Eagle Scout has a very special meaning – it comes with great pride and what they have learned, and become, will guide them in higher education, business, and life while giving back to the community at the same time.
Bergmann’s Eagle Scout project involved the restoration of the Jim Seleander Nature Trail in Chester. After obtaining approval from the Chester Board of Education, he contacted the Chester Department of Public Works to donate and deliver 30 yards of woodchips. With the help of 18 volunteers, he cleaned up more than an acre of property with its debris, sticks, and logs; re-aligned the trail with rocks; spread all 30
yards over the entire trail and two picnic areas; and fixed/restored the Jim Seleander Nature Trail sign. Bergmann is a senior at West Morris Mendham High School in Mendham and looks forward to going to the University of Delaware in the fall. Esposito’s Eagle Scout project involved the refurbishment of the dugouts on the Babe Ruth Baseball Field at Chubb Park in continued on page 24
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Local Farmers’ Markets In Full Swing This Season
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Perry Street is closed for the Chester Farmers’ Market. Photo by Jane Primerano.
By Jane Primerano or one day every year, Chatham Borough turns from an upscale, sophisticated bastion of Morris County wealth into the epitome of small-town America. The Fishawack Festival was held Sat., June 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring vendors, not-for-profit groups, children running around in gaudy face paint, folks walking their dogs, everything that makes a tight community. This year, Fishawack coincides with opening day of the Farmers’ Market. The market, starting its 10th season at the railroad station parking lot is run by a volunteer committee and, for the past seven years, a Youth Volunteer League. According to the borough website, in 2014, volunteers worked more than 2,000 hours keeping the market going. Volunteer John Ball is known for being on site by 5:30 a.m. each Saturday during the season to greet and assist the vendors, according to the website. Community volunteers, including teens, are on site for the duration of the market, which runs from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. each week. Chatham’s is not the only super-organized farmers market. The Chester Farmers Market, which will run this year on Sundays from June 19 to Oct. 2 is sponsored by the Chester Rotary Club. It is held on Perry Street in the heart of the borough shopping district. Long-time Rotary member Bill McGuire is in charge. He said 13 of the 2015 vendors will be back in 2016, with a total of 16 vendors.
Chester always features music. McGuire said Rotary was still working on confirming the acts. A Grateful Dead cover band often plays, but McGuire said they also look for other performers, “something quieter than a rock band so vendors can communicate with their customers.” An a capella group from West Morris Mendham High School performed a few years ago, he said. The Hopatcong Farmers’ Market also opened Sun., June 19, in the municipal building parking lot. Hopatcong is noted for brightly colored tote bags and t-shirts, music over the municipal public address system and a nice, shady spot for visiting alpacas. Various alpaca farms rotate coming to the market. Councilwoman Marie Galate is in charge and she and other elected officials are always there to help out. They are known for watching customers’ dogs while they shop. The market runs through Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Like many markets, Hopatcong welcomes bakers, wood carvers and other local vendors along with farmers. Another Sunday market is in Morristown on Spring Street from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. All of this year’s vendors will be returning and the town is not accepting any new vendors, according to a spokeswoman at Town Hall. A former mainstay, the Netcong Farmers’ Market will not be open this year. No one at the borough hall could give an explanation. The market was at the railroad station parking lot and often featured cat adoption days from Netcong Trap, Neuter, Release.
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tart summer off “Strong and Healthy!” Come join Washington Township Recreation along with Kim Rainforth and Kiera Mitchell to learn how to fuel and condition the body? Each day make a special snack and learn something new. In addition, to fueling the body, come learn enjoyable inspiring ways to stay fit and active. Each day, challenge the body
with a variety of fun fitness activities. Fitness & Nutrition Summer Camp for ages nine-12 will be held from July 11-July 15, from 9 a.m. to noon at Schooley’s Mountain Firehouse in Long Valley. A nonrefundable fee of $115 is due before July 5. A late fee will apply after deadline date. For more information, contact the office at (908) 876-5941 or visit www.wtmorris.org.
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continued from page 21 Chester. He chose this project based on his passion for baseball, there being a strong need to improve the dugouts, and wanting to bring his interests of baseball and Boy Scouts together. He was able to enlist several members of his family, friends, and other scouts as volunteers and they put in a total of 160 hours to complete the project. He was also able to get needed supplies with the help of Home Depot employees in Succasunna. Esposito is a senior at West Morris Mendham High School and plans to attned Seton Hall University.
Prado’s Eagle Scout project entailed building a stone fire pit at Tiger Brook Park in Chester where the Boy Scouts have been camping for more than 25 years. He also created log benches to surround the fire pit and made the entire campfire and cooking area safer and more secure. He worked closely with Chester Township to obtain the necessary approvals. Prado recruited several volunteers to help construct and build everything. A graduate of West Morris Mendham High School, Prado recently completed his freshman year at Rutgers University.
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Library To Host June Programs
dults can keep busy this June at the Washington Township Public Library in Long Valley. Friends of the WTPL Movie, Wed., June 15, at 7 p.m. – 9 p.m., “Brooklyn,” tells the profoundly moving story of Eilis Lacey (Saoirse Ronan), a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Snacks are provided courtesy of the Friends. Evening Knitting Group, Thurs., June 16, June 23 and June 30, 7 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.. Whether a beginning or experienced knitter, come join the fun to learn together. Art Matters Long Valley, Mon., June 20, 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Come and join fellow fine artists, to meet and discuss all things artistic. New members welcome. WTPL Knits, Tues., June 21, 1 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. Whether a beginning or an experienced knitter, come join the fun. Bring own supplies. The group meets the first and third Tuesday of the month in the Meeting Room. Word 1 - Microsoft Word Basics Class, Wed., June 22, 11 a.m. Learn how to use Microsoft Word to create letters, reports and other documents; how to edit and add basic formatting to document including aligning text, inserting images and page numbers, and saving to a specific folder. Space is limited; registration is required. Washington Township residents have priority registration. Prerequisite requirements: Participants must be able to use the mouse to select or
highlight text, must be comfortable using the computer, and must have mastered basic computer skills and functions such as using the mouse, pointing and clicking with the cursor, and opening, closing, and saving documents. Celebrating Our National Parks at 100: The Morristown National Historical Park, Thurs., June 23, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. In celebration of the National Park Service Centennial, join in for a talk by Eric Olsen, Park Ranger and Historian at Morristown National Historical Park. Olsen will come dressed as a Continental soldier and discuss Morristown’s role in the American Revolution, the park itself, and the celebrations planned to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the National Park system. After his talk, Olsen will open the floor to questions. The program is geared more toward adults and older children, but all ages are welcome to attend. Lunch ‘n’ Learn, Mon., June 27, noon to 2 p.m. Join Adriane Berg, author of “How Not to Go Broke at 102” for “The Four Pillars of Retirement Planning.” Introduction to Qigong, Tues., June 28, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Join in for an introduction to Qigong with Stan Cohen, founder of ChiForLiving. Qigong (Chi Kung) is geared for health and wellness. Learn some basic cleansing breath exercises along with a short Qigong form.
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flowers, wildflowers, ferns, woodland shrubs and woodland trees. Of the five categories, the woodland flowers were the most popular. “The Wild Columbine was our top seller this year,” said Pukash. This woodland flower prefers light shade and moist soil. Its red-orange flowers attract hummingbirds. Other fan favorites include: Great White Trillium, Creeping Phlox, Lowbush Blueberry, Mountain Laurel, Eastern Redbud, River Birch and Witchhazel. Native plant order forms were available online in February. On the form, people designated which plants they wanted to pick-up in May, and then they paid for their orders online. The Native Plant Sale is not a fundraiser; the Environmental Commission sells the plants for as much as the plants cost them to buy. Their annual sales are growing with new customers, but the Environmental Commission has also had the same loyal customers since the sale started 15 years ago. Frequenting the sales has become a tradition to some. “One customer we’ve had since the beginning always comes to pick out his plants with
his children,”Pukash said. “He still comes with his kids—both grown, young adults.” Over 15 years, the commission has distributed more than 6,765 native plants. The native plants not only make the local town look nice, they help support the animals that depend on the plants for survival. Chester’s Environmental Commission hopes the annual sales will help educate residents about the importance of investing in native plants for the betterment of their town. “Planting native species contributes to the overall health of natural communities which in turn helps to protect our environment, including the air we breathe and our critical water resources,” the commission explained. “A healthy environment also lifts spirits by protecting our natural world. By sponsoring a sale of nursery-propagated native plants, the Chester Township Environmental Commission hopes to encourage interest in them by making them available for purchase by our citizens.” To find out more about the Chester Environmental Commission and native plants, visit www.chestertownship.org/townshipcommittees/environmental-commission.
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