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personnel has created a higher than normal demand for these vests. We have an immediate need $5,000 in donations to cover the cost of two (2) new vests, this year and for vests in future years.

We are a growing community with increased needs. With this growth comes the potential increase in crime. Being prepared for this and current needs of our police department is a big task. We must all depend on each other to do our part. The Mt. Olive Police Department has always been there for us every minute of the day and we ask you to be there for them with your generous support. On behalf of the continued on page 2

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Netcong Board of Education Awarded

ust like the students of Netcong School, the Netcong Board of Education is motivated to continue learning and growing.

Recently, the Netcong Board of Education was recognized by the New Jersey School Boards Association as an exemplary board and given the Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification, the New Jersey School Boards Association’s highest and most prestigious award.

“As Board members, we have an obligation not only to the overall functioning of the school district, but to the students themselves,” said Mrs. Dalesandro. “Netcong has a strong commitment to our children’s success and continued professional development will lead to that success.”

Mrs. Dalesandro and members of the Board of Education have been a catalyst in using professional development as a key element of the vision for the school district and have shown incredible resolve in paving the way for students in Netcong.

The Carole E. Larsen award is presented to a certified board of education that demonstrates an emphasis on student

achievement in their board actions and achieves a total of 10 additional training hours within the first two years after receiving board certification through New Jersey School Boards Association. The Netcong Board of Education had already been certified by the organization by meeting multiple requirements, such as earning training credits, participating in full-day professional development retreats, completing a board self evaluation, and all board members complying with mandatory training. The endeavor took over four years, but the

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Not All Headaches are Created Equal

lmost everyone has experienced a headache, at some point in their life, to varying degrees. In fact, roughly 45 million Americans suffer from Headaches each year. In today’s world, most people reach into the medicine cabinet for one of the various pain relievers to alleviate their head pain. But what happens when that doesn’t work? Or, the headaches become more frequent and more painful? Some get headaches so often and so painful, they even take prescription drugs with side effects and no avail. But have you ever stopped to think, “What is causing my headache?” Headaches and more severe headaches, known as Migraines, can be caused by various triggers including foods, chemicals or preservatives in foods, allergens in the environment, chemicals in cleaning products or herbicides/pesticides, sinus congestion, tension in the neck or jaw, lack of sleep, dehydration, stress, and the list goes on…

Sometimes the cause is completely unknown and with no relief the patient can be left hopeless, debilitated and in pain.

An assessment by an Acupuncturist can often identify and treat imbalances (that are causing the headaches) that are unknown to the patient previously.

In Chinese Medicine not all headaches are created equally. Rather, during an assessment, we evaluate the individual patient on many levels to determine their exact symptoms (i.e Is the headache frontal? One sided? Behind the eyes? Is there nausea? Frequency and intensity of pain?....) and if there are any triggers. We take a whole body approach and assess the patient’s physical condition as well as their constitution, emotional health, diet and lifestyle. Unlike the blanket treatment western medicine offers which is typically some type of pain reliever, Chinese Medicine finds a specific treatment for each patient based on their individual symptoms.

Five patients suffering “headaches” may receive five completely different treatments. By addressing the root cause, Acupuncture can be a safe way to prevent and treat various types of headaches, without the unwanted side effects of medications.

Based on the individual assessment and diagnosis, tiny needles are inserted into various points on the body. Depending on the case, small electrodes can be attached to specific needles that elicit a small electrical current. The feeling of the electric stimulation on the needles is a comfortable sensation that generally elicits a feel-

ing of tingling, tapping or heaviness. The electric stimulation enhances the release of specific neurochemicals which aids in the treatment of headaches. The needles are typically retained for 20-30 minutes, during which the patient is left to relax and take a nap.

Acupuncture is known to be effective and can offer long standing results, but it is not always a quick fix. Especially if the headaches are chronic, several treatments may be required to achieve the full result.

Again, this is because it is addressing the root cause and not just covering up symptoms like other treatments.

If you suffer from headaches or migraines start getting relief today! Use the following tips to achieve long- lasting results for a healthy life: Be aware, track food and environmental triggers to see if there are any patterns, get adequate sleep, eat a healthy diet rich in vegetables and fruits (limiting sugars and processed foods), drink plenty of water, manage stress with things like meditation and try Acupuncture!

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Zion Lutheran Church Crafters lyn Hibler, Ann Rahmann and Cathy DeLello were all knitting individual projects. Carol Morris and Marcia Horner were beading ribbon into necklaces or decorations. Mary Gustafson was producing decorative boxes.

“I was born with knitting needles in my hand,” Hibler

joked. Others said they had been doing crafts nearly that long.

Gustafson said she didn’t really start doing crafts until she retired. She described the techniques she uses to make the gift boxes. . She takes gift boxes and removes the decocontinued on page 8

Jeanne Howell works on a fleece throw in her kitchen.

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By Jane Primerano group of members and friends of Zion Lutheran Church get together on Monday mornings to drink coffee, chat and do crafts.

However, what sets them apart from other “crafty ladies” is the fact they donate the crafts toward a major fundrais-

er every year.

Jeanne Howell organized the group and they meet each week in the kitchen of the house she and her late husband built more than 20 years ago. Members of the group do their own projects or work in pairs.

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cont. from page 6 rative paper then wraps them in fabric and embosses them with ribbon and other accessories.

“If you don’t take the paper off, it’s harder to make them fit once you put the fabric on,” she explained.

Many of the crafts are sold at an annual fair at Zion to raise money for specific causes.

Each year the group chooses a charity, family or individual to assist. This year’s fair, the fourth, was held on Nov. 10 and raised more than $3,000 for a family in Pennsylvania. The mother of three boys under

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In past years the group raised money for the family of a child who died of leukemia, Howell said. They also made pillows for a project of the national Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, of which Zion is a part.

“We’ve made pillows for five or six years, usually from fleece,” Howell said.

The ELCA sends young people into Bosnia and Herzegovina to run camps for children each summer. Horner’s daughter starting participating in the project when she was 17 and met and fell in love with one

of the young translators. They now live in Philadelphia, Horner said.

Horner said three ethnic/ religious groups live in the country. Croatians are Roman Catholic, Serbs are Orthodox Catholic and Bosniaks are Muslim. The annual camps bring children from all three groups together. The ELCA trains some of the young people in country as translators.

The crafty ladies made pillows, often heart-shaped, with pockets in which they could place notes to the children.

One year they inserted wooden cut-out hearts. The ELCA finds foundations and companies that donate sporting goods and other things the children can use at camp, Horner said.

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Mount Olive’s Theater Dance Center Celebrates the New Year with January Fundraiser to Benefit Children with Cancer

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By Dawn M Chiossi aking dancers’ dreams come true for more than 25 years, Mount Olive’s Theater Dance Center is celebrating the brand-new year with caring, empathy, and giving back to others. On Sunday, January 20th, they will be hosting their 3rd annual Gala to benefit the Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation.

Taking place at the Mount Olive Performing Arts Center, at 1:00 pm, dancers combine the lovely artistry of dance with the strength and determination to make a difference. Tickets will be approximately $12.00 with 100% of the proceeds going to the Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation.

In past years, Theater Dance Center raised an impressive $18,000 for the foundation, and they expect to raise even more this year. Founded in 1998, the Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation located in Fairfield, seeks to provide needsbased assistance to families enduring pe-

diatric cancer.

In a staggering fact, in New Jersey alone, approximately 500 children are diagnosed with cancer every year. Approximately 75% of families will have to reduce working hours or stop working altogether to take care of their child and families.

Realizing that a diagnosis of cancer shreds at families, not only physically, but emotionally, and financially as well, the Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation seeks to soften that financial hardship.

Examples of the assistance provided can include, family mortgages, utility bills, car payments, groceries, health insurance premiums, and more.

Through donations the Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation can directly pay for necessary expenses so that parents can focus exclusively on their sick child and their families. Mount Olive’s Theater Dance Center’s annual Gala/Benefit is a prime example of help in motion for this organization.

Demonstrating their talents, skills, and

hearts to help aid children with cancer, the Theater Dance Center invites everyone to enjoy a day of dance, while supporting these brave kids and their families. There’s a little bit of every kind of dance for people to enjoy: Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Musical Theater and more. There will be group dancing and solos, something to inspire every taste out there. continued on page 12

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Theater Dance Center... continued from page 10 The benefit is a wonderful example of kids helping kids and officials there are thrilled.

However even more than dance, or enjoying a day out, this event will feature speakers and cancer survivors..

“We want people to know that cancer is survivable,” Owner Milene Michel asserts. “In addition to making donations, the goal of the gala/benefit is also to spread awareness regarding early detection of cancer. This includes the importance of getting screened regularly, and taking care of health, so that cancer can be eradicated as soon as possible.”

Founded in 1991, Theater Dance Center started with humble beginnings. Owners Milene Michel and Mary Ellen Volz teamed up when they realized they shared the same

passions: Dance, children, and a need to inspire others.

According to Michel, the idea for the Theater Dance Center’s Gala/ Benefit was born out of a simple idea that: “Cancer affects everyone,” and they literally twirled into action.

Michel shares that she herself was diagnosed with the disease, as well as many others close to her, including her ballet mistress, one of her dancers, and a friend she had lost to cancer as well. Instead of letting it get her down, Michel and the Theater Dance Company turned outward to see what they could do for others. “Many people are going through it. It’s only natural to help,” she says.

Throughout the years, the Theater Dance Company’s Gala/Benefit has aided various organizations such as

Stand Up to Cancer, as well as others. Michele asserts that the first year of the benefit they were naturally focusing on proceeds going towards cancer research, but throughout the years, that focus has changed, to help on a more personal level.

When they found the Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation, they knew they just had to help, seeing the kids behind the disease. “We want to help out children and families at the local level in New Jersey,” Michel enthuses.

Feedback for this event has been amazing. “Everybody is very positive, and the commu-

nity has been very supportive in helping us.” Michel says gratefully.

“My favorite thing is trying to help people fight this disease and make an impact, all the while having everyone come together as a community at a fundraiser like this. We are so excited about helping this charity,” she shares. “This is a very real, important, and totally different way of helping. The kids are worth it.”

For further information, details, or to purchase tickets, please visit www.theaterdancecenter.com or call 973584-5020.

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Fourth Annual First Night

utherfurd Hall proudly presents the fourth annual First Night Warren being held at Rutherfurd Hall at 1686 Route 517, Allamuchy, New Jersey. The event will take place on Dec. 31 from 4pm to 8pm. First Night Warren is a family friendly event which culminates entertainment, food vendors and Fireworks. Fireworks are scheduled for approximately 7:15 pm.

The event will offer many different types of family entertainment and activities. Come check out the new shows for this year, and enjoy the returning favorites including a Magician, Mentalist, Contortionist, Irish Step Dancers, live musical acts, various Actors and Interactive shows, a Reptile show, Face Painting and Airbrush Tattoos. Most of the acts will take place on two of the three floors of the 18,000 square foot Rutherfurd Hall, although some

vendors and activities will be located in the attached school as well as the Great Lawn.

Food Vendors will be inside the school great room as well. The schedule is subject to additions as we approach the event.

Admission Buttons are available for $15 per person (children 3 and under are FREE).

The Admission Button is your ticket to the event. It must be worn to gain entry. The button gives you access to all of the performances and activities. Food and refreshments will be an additional cost. Buttons can be purchased online at www.rutherfurdhall.org (note…those who purchase online will have to pick buttons up at Rutherfurd Hall during designated times listed or by appointment). You may also purchase buttons, as well as pick up previously purchased buttons, by going to Ruthercontinued on page 16

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Dupertuis Celebrates Her 100th Birthday

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eath Village resident Madeline Dupertuis celebrates her 100th birthday on Dec. 5. A long-time resident of Hackettstown, she has lived at Heath Village since 2016.

The daughter of Matilda and Joseph Fuccio, Madeline was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Thirteen years after she was born, her sister Patricia arrived to complete the family.

Madeline is a graduate of

the New Utrecht High School class of 1937. Soon after graduation, she was fortunate to be hired as a secretary/receptionist in an optometrist’s office. She followed this job with a similar one in the wholesale jewelry industry located on West 42nd Street in New York City. It was here that she met and fell in love with Bernard Dupertuis. Bernard was born and raised in Switzerland. He was in America to learn the

jewelry business. They were married in 1958.

Soon after they were married, the two of them started their own jewelry business and moved to Passaic, New Jersey.

The business thrived thanks, in large part, to several patents Bernard held related to the manufacturing of jewelry and watches. Their customers included companies such as Tiffany, Cartier and other highend businesses.

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The Parent’s Corner Coping with Stress During the Holidays and Maintaining Your Sanity as a Parent

By Gail Reuther, Executive Director of Mt. Olive Child Care & Learning Center uring this very busy time of year, we can easily become overburdened with important things to do: routine tasks, shopping for and wrapping gifts, visiting friends and relatives, attending parties, and other holiday time fun. Do you often feel as though you are running a marathon from day to night: wishing that you had a few more hours to get things done? Are you sometimes impatient and find yourself arguing or yelling at your child, spouse, or significant other because you are feeling tense, annoyed, or pressured to finish everything? How can you cope with this stress and still maintain your sanity as a parent?

It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of activities and forget to take the time to plan ahead. It’s really important to think ahead so that you are taking care of your own needs, as well as those of your child.

It’s also smart parenting to be realistic about what you can and cannot reasonably accomplish when faced with additional commitments on top of those that you already have.

Let’s take a look at some developmental issues regarding children: issues that should be kept in mind while planning and carrying out all the important things that you would like to do at this busy time of year.

First, remember that children need consistency. They thrive on routines and the predictability of a daily schedule, and they can become confused and/or upset if this schedule

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changes: particularly if expectations are modified without warning. Children need to know what’s coming next and what to expect. Talking with your child ahead of time about any planned activities that are different from the normal routine will help him/her adjust more readily.

Second, try to plan holiday activities around your child’s schedule. Be sure your child is not hungry or tired before you attempt to go out shopping, for example. Children, like adults, need to have their physical needs met at all times.

Third, keep in mind that children are naturally active and do not sit and wait for long periods of time. It’s a good idea to bring games which will keep a child’s attention focused in an acceptable way while having to wait in line or sit in the car in traffic.

Singing favorite songs, doing finger plays, reading stories (or making up stories using props or just your imagination) can help keep your child’s energy channeled appropriately. It’s also a great way to teach new vocabulary, counting, and other skills.

Fourth, accept the fact that young children are egocentric. They naturally become preoccupied with what they are doing and with their own interests and have difficulty thinking about what they want and what others want at the same time. Redirection can be a very effective technique for parents of Toddlers; it involves shifting a child’s attention from one action (something that you do not want your child to do) to another acceptable action by enthu-

siastically showing or talking about the alternative activity.

Preschoolers like to help and “be big”; when parent remember this, they plan opportunities for children to participate and help with the extra work that needs to be done and to help make choices. Assisting their parents with jobs and other tasks around the house, for example, helps to teach responsibility, also.

Fifth, consider that sometimes a child may be afraid of unfamiliar people. During the holidays, many of us try to “catch up” on seeing friends and relatives who may live farther away (and who your child may not have met).

Even “Santa” can be scary for some children. Typical reactions to this fear may include withdrawal, crying, and clinging. Please keep in mind that a child can be genuinely afraid when in these situations. It is counterproductive for a parent to minimize a child’s fear or to tell a child that he/she should not be afraid; denying a child’s feelings is not supportive.

Sympathetic reassurance by a parent is the best way to show a child understanding and respect for his/her feelings. Acknowledging in a calm, matter of fact tone of voice that you see that your child is upset and that it is okay – and that you are sometimes afraid, too, can go a long way in supporting your child. Sometimes children just need to be given some time to warm up to new situations. It’s a good idea to tell a child that he/she can participate if and when he/ she is ready if you can give this choice; it will be less stressful.

Sixth, remember that chil-

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dren respond best when we, as parents, tell children what behavior is expected ahead of time. Clarifying expectations regarding acceptable behaviors and following through on consequences help to teach a child. Like adults, children learn through experience and through mistakes. The key is being consistent: ensuring that you always follow through with what you say you will do.

At this very busy time of year, try to pace yourself. Take care of yourself. Give yourself credit for all the things you have done rather than get annoyed at some of the things you have not accomplished.

Remember that you do not have to be perfect! Don’t allow yourself to become exhausted; the effects of stress on your health can be significant. Who needs headaches, high blood pressure, or other problems?

Please keep in mind that one of the most important gifts that you can offer to your family and friends is some special time with them. Enjoy one day at a time with your child and your family!

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Mount Olive Teacher Finishes Second in New York City Marathon

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By Jason Cohen ana Zagame never ran track or did competitive running, but last month, the Mount Olive teacher completed her second consecutive New York City Marathon.

Zagame, 37, of Rockaway Township, has taught first grade for 13 years at the Tinc Road School. She grew up in Washington Township in Warren County and did cheering and softball.

“Track was not even something I wanted to do,” she said.

“I had no interest in running for fun. I didn’t understand why people did it.”

However, her feelings about running began to slowly change three years ago. Every year since 2015 the school has had two people run in the marathon because New York Road

Runners, the organization who hosts the event, have had two programs that run through the school: Girls on the Run and Mighty Milers.

In 2016 her interest in running really peaked when her colleague and friend, third grade teacher Samantha Darnesto ran in the marathon.

“I was so impressed she was able to do this,” she recalled. “I was so proud of her.”

Zagame, a mom of three kids, Ethan, 16, Ashlee, 6 and Holland, 5, said taking care of children all day at school and home never gives her much time for herself.

Darnesto sat down with Zagame and wrote 14 reasons why she should do the marathon. One that stuck out was that for once she would be docontinued on page 20

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continued from page 19 ing something that she would enjoy and put herself first.

“If someone is that supportive of me maybe I should do this,” Zagame said.

So, in January 2017 Zagame decided to do the marathon.

She began training in July with the head custodian Mark Eckert, who had run the marathon twice and competed in others.

Zagame ran five miles each day about three to four times a week.

Eckert helped get her into running shape, while Darnest was there for her emotionally.

The morning of the marathon in 2017 she was nervous and wasn’t sure she could finish the 26.2 miles. But as she was focused and in a good mindset.

Seeing the people in the streets cheering and just ex-

periencing the marathon itself was something she could have never imagined, she said.

“That was such an incredibly emotional experience,” Zagame remarked.

She finished in five hours and 20 minutes.

After the dust settled, she figured she had crossed an item off her bucket list. But, after much debate, she decided to do it one more time.

However, this year’s marathon was not as easy. She didn’t train with Eckert in the summer and on top of that, suffered an injury in October, which put her on the shelf for two weeks.

“I ran comfortably until mile 17,” she recalled. “When I saw family at mile 23, I was crying in pain. I wanted to walk the last few miles. My family told

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The next few days her legs and hamstring were very sore.

She was physically drained and

decided that was it for marathon running.

“I’m definitely glad that I did it,” she exclaimed. “I would highly recommend for someone to try it. The training is a lot, but I think you have to put it in to feel good about yourself.”

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Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony

hester Troop 139 hosted an Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony to recognize James Gause, Chase Mantione, Brian Testa and Collin Testa. All four Scouts, who are 2018 West Morris Mendham High School graduates, were presented with BSA’s highest honor, the Eagle Scout Award. To earn the award, a Scout must be active with a troop, earn a minimum of 21 merit badges, assume a position of leadership in a troop and complete a service project that benefits the community.

Chester Borough Mayor Janet Hoven and Theresa Tobin (representing NJ State Assemblyman Anthony Bucco) both attended the ceremony and presented the boys with commendations.

As a member of Troop 139, James Gause held many leadership positions including Patrol Leader, Scribe and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, along the way earning 29 merit badges. During his time as a Scout, James participated in many high adventure activities. He hiked and canoed the mountains and lakes of Northern Maine, backpacked through the southern Rockies of New Mexico and Philmont Scout Ranch and skied the slopes of

the North East. Given his passion for the outdoors, it is only fitting that for his Eagle Scout Service Project, James coordinated the clearing and expansion of trails in the Evans Family Forest Preserve in Chester.

As part of this effort, he and his fellow scouts installed hundreds of trail markers throughout the park and worked with town officials to ensure that his work and corresponding trail maps reflected the trails accurately.

James is a freshman at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, where he is studying environmental science. He is a trumpet player in the Rutgers Marching Scarlet Knights Pep Band.

Chase Mantione has been active in Troop 139 for many years serving as patrol leader and instructor and earning 27 merit badges. Scouting has provided Chase with many opportunities for adventure, his favorite being the 2 weeks he spent at Philmont Scout Ranch, backpacking in the mountains of New Mexico, during which time he served as crew leader.

For his Eagle Scout Service Project, Chase cleared and marked the Cattle Tunnel Trail connecting the Luce and Tiger Brook properties in Chester Town-

ship. Due to natural weathering, the tunnel had become filled with silt and water and overgrown with foliage. Chase and his volunteers cleared out the tunnel, installed a path of stepping-stones and remarked

the trail, making it easier for hikers to navigate the area.

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Mt. Olive Health Department Receives Donation

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Mount Olive Health Department for those families in need this Holiday Season. Budd Lake Chapel has continuously donated to the Health Department.

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continued from page 22 to attend medical school, with the goal of one day becoming a surgeon.

Brian Testa has served as a youth leader in Troop 139 for many years in roles spanning Troop Guide, Patrol Leader and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader.

He also continues to volunteer as a staff member with the National Youth Leadership Training Program, a BSA program that helps develop the next generation of Boy Scouts looking to serve in leadership roles.

Some of Brian’s favorite memories during his time as a Scout include attending the 2013 National Jamboree in West Virginia, sailing in the Bahamas at BSA’s Sea Base and backpacking at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. For Brian’s service project, he and his group of volunteers constructed and installed a fire pit, along with a number of benches for seating

at MacGregor Field Preserve in Chester. It is because of Brian’s leadership that this area now has a safe and secure way to enjoy campfires.

Brian is a freshman at County College of Morris and is studying Criminal Justice. He plans to attend Rutgers University to complete his Bachelor’s Degree.

Collin joined Troop 139 in 2011 and has served in a number of leadership roles, which have included Patrol Leader, Troop Guide and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader. Collin’s love of the outdoors has been strengthened by many opportunities for adventure that Scouting has provided him.

In recent years, he attended the National Scout Jamboree in West Virginia, climbed Mt. Katahden in Northern Maine, and hiked the mountains of New Mexico during his trip to Philmont Scout Ranch. As an

avid hiker and someone who frequently walks the local trails of Chester, Collin chose to help bring much needed improvements to the trails of Evans Family Preserve in Chester. He, along with a number of other Scouts, built and installed eighty feet of puncheons (elevated boardwalks) over a

section of trails that will help prevent erosion of the landscape and keep fellow hikers out of the mud. In addition, he also provided seating along a stream in the Preserve by building a picnic table and a bench. Collin is studying engineering at County College of Morris.

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Janene Baird Joins RE/MAX Town & Valley as New Sales Associate

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E/MAX Town & Valley has announced that Realtor® Janen Baird is the latest addition of the growing real estate franchise.

“I’m excited to join the most productive real estate network in the U.S. and heighten the buying and selling experience for my clients,” Baird said.

“With the economy improving, it’s a great time to buy real estate. Morris, and Warren County are in high demand, homes are selling quickly and I’m here to help guide members of the community through the exciting and sometimes overwhelming process.”

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In addition to helping community members find the right home, Baird is also passionate about giving back to her community. She volunteers at, Pet Adoption League of North Jersey, North Warren Regional H.S. Football Booster Club North Warren Midget Football Booster Club, and St. Jude’s Roman Catholic Church.

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From The Mayor’s Desk...

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uoting the Grateful Dead, what a long strange trip it’s been. Over the past eight years (two terms as Mayor) we have had many accomplishments, yet still obviously have areas to improve. I try my best to be responsive to the needs of Mount Olive residents but have learned in almost twenty years as an elected official in this Town that you can never please everyone. Notwithstanding, I keep trying and want to continue trying, should the community want me to do so.

As this year winds down, I would like to highlight a few of my favorite occasions and memorable occurrences from 2018. I along with Council President Joe Nicastro visited Carpagna Italy, our Sister City, where we were given the key to the City as well a Proclamation for Mount Olive.

In addition, we had the pleasure to host the Fratelli Beretta Family in Mount Olive, where we gave Carpagna Mayor Angelo Francioni the key to our City.

Many new businesses as well as participants joined our Recreation Department for all the many events and programs

we hosted this year as well as some of my favorites such as the Chili Brew Fest, Raiders of the Lost Park Mud Run and of course Mount Olive Carnival Week with Fireworks sponsored by Petillo Incorporated.

Listening to the desires of the community, I was able to arrange for a community swimming pool, without any cost to the general taxpayer or financial risk to Mount Olive. That unique concept was in fact recognized at the League of Municipalities as the 2018 Private-Public Innovation in Governance Award. Running with an idea from a resident, another proud moment was the creation of the Map Your Business Interactive Board at Turkey Brook Park. Next year we will be expanding the idea to Flanders Park, where visitors can see the many different businesses Mount Olive has to shop, eat and visit.

Along with the many enjoyable moments, there were also those which were unfortunate. However, Mount Olive is made of a community that is strong and resilient. After hearing of the closing of

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Sam’s Club, my staff immediately along with Pastor Jones created a Job Fair for those who lost their job as well as for those who might have been in need of employment. Over 45 businesses participated.

We had our fair share of loss this year with the passing of Fred Detoro Senior, Robert Cooper and of course the tragic accident on Route 80 where two lives were lost from the Paramus Community.

Once again Mount Olive with its resilient strength moved forward caring each other with continued support.

As we continue to provide quality services and community pride in Mount Olive, I search for solutions for better ways to maintain our roads and provide needed services for the community. I am always open to new ideas which will benefit Mount Olive. May God bless Mount Olive, and each and everyone one of you, and provide a happy, healthy and prosperous holiday season.

Rob Greenbaum Mayor Mount Olive Township

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The Art of Dance is the Place to Dance

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their doors. Our award winning Performing Company has been invited to perform at the Astaire Awards and the Chita Rivera awards on Broadway, Sadlers Wells in London, England, and four visits to Disneyland and Disney World.

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This holiday season they are excited to continue their 25 year tradition with the “Art Of Dance Holiday Travel Troupe”. The Troupe performs at local nursing homes throughout Chester, Mendham, Long Valley, Succasunna and Hackettstown during the month of December. With many more local performances already on the 2019 calendar, make sure you’re on the lookout for the Art of Dance dancers throughout the community this year!

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dear to the Art Of Dance. In previous years our students and families have donated to the homeless, to local charitable events around Morris County, to St Jude’s Hospital for children, and have raised over $80,000 for Dancers Responding to AIDS. This Holiday season we at the Art of Dance ask that you stop by with gifts, toys, clothing for women and children along with everyday household items as we donate to the “New Jersey Battered Women’s Shelter”. The Art of Dance will take donations until December 10th and they are asking the local community to help them give to those in need. This will mean the world to someone else.

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Wish Upon A Star

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Amanda Peacock; Miss Northern Lakes, Angelica Disanza; Miss Northern Lakes Outstanding Teen, Abby Dell’Aglio; Miss North Jersey, Ria Gulati; Miss Northern Highlands.

Farah and Whitney Flood join Council Vice President Alex Roman at the Mount Olive Tree Lighting Celebration on Fri., Dec. 7.

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Services at 7:30pm & 10pm United Presbyterian Church Flanders The Rev. Rick Oppelt 58 Drakesdale Rd., Flanders 973-584-8195 www.unitedpcf.com

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MT. OLIVE COUNCIL Back row: Vice President Councilman Alex Roman, President Councilman Joe Nicastro, Mayor Rob Greenbaum and Councilman Greg Stewart.

Sitting: Councilman John Mania, Councilwoman Colleen Labow, Councilman John Ferrante and Councilman Daniel Amianda

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Art of Dance...

continued from page 27 Introducing the Art of Dance Tutu Tea Party, for all dancers 3-7yrs on Sun., Jan. 13th, 1:00pm-2:30pm. Join them for a day filled with dance, mini manicures & a tea party to remember! Your princess will receive a personalized invitation & tutu tea party box to open under the tree!

They will be thrilled!

Or maybe you have a Superhero in your house? Look no further than this NEW 6 week ONLY Superhero Dance program! Your dancer will learn the latest Hip Hop moves while dressed as their favorite Superhero! All Superheroes will receive a personalized invitation & Superhero box complete with super hero cape and mask to open under the tree!

Fall sports are finished so come dance with the Art of Dance stellar faculty and make new dance friends. There is something for everyone with so many styles to choose from for 2-90 yrs and classes for Boys Only!

The Art of dance has been introducing their preschoolers to the NEW and EXCITING

Twirl Class, which has become very popular! Specifically designed for three through five year olds adding sparkle and a new spin on the ever-popular Ballet, Tap & Tumbling Combo class.

They are equally proud to bring back their Performance Team (open to dancers age eight & up), Little Stars (ages four through six years old) and the ever-popular Hip Hop Crew (twelve and up) and NEW Junior Crew (eight and up)! These are all exciting opportunities for dancers that love to dance and are looking for performing opportunities.

These dancers will perform at local events, a local competition, holiday shows in the community and will have the opportunity to earn community service credit for school!

The Art of Dance is a beautiful space, with sprung floors in all five dance rooms to help prevent injury and large one way viewing windows for parents and guardians to watch their dancer in any class at anytime to watch them advance and learn.

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lifelong friendships and life lessons. The training speaks for itself, with opportunities that appeal to both the recreational and competitive dancer” - Parent.

The Art of Dance knows dancing is about much more than just the steps. Director Valerie Harman passionately inspires creativity and confidence within students and cultivates lifelong friendships through dance, with the help of her dedicated, experienced staff and faculty. Each member of the AOD faculty is trained extensively in the style of dance that they teach, from hip-hop to ballet and pointe, tap, jazz, Irish step, lyrical, gymnastics and boys only classes. It is a wonderful experience to start children in dance classes when they are

young and enthusiastic.

Do all of your holiday shopping for your dancer at “The Essential Dance Shop”, a phenomenal dance boutique adjacent to the Art of Dance studio. The shop is fully stocked with your favorite dancewear, active wear, shoes and wonderful gift items and accessories for the holiday season!

Be sure to schedule a pointe shoe fitting with our expert sales personnel. Gift Certificates are available. It really is a one-stop shop for all your dance needs.

For more information on the Art Of Dance and Essential Dance Shop visit www. artofdance.org or call (908)879-4919, make sure to follow them on social media for up to date news and special offers!

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Chinese Medicine

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he power and effectiveness of Chinese Medicine is evidenced by its very long history of over 3,000 years of continued practice and success. Did you know that more than ¼ of the world’s population uses some form of alternative medicine as their health care treatment?

Chinese medicine however, is the only form of alternative medicine that has been regularly and continuously used outside of its country of origin.

The experienced Chinese medical practitioner is trained to observe one’s tone of voice, complexion, eyes, facial expression, overall demeanor, and how one walks, sits and stands, and to use these observations along with a detailed health history to arrive at a diagnosis. Before the patient says

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A great Practitioner is one who can process a mix of medical knowledge with a personal sensitivity based on experience.

The practitioner of Chinese medicine specializes not just in inserting needles or prescribing herbal remedies, but in being able to see “hidden” or subtle conditions that may not been seen or understood by Western trained Doctors. The ability to see these subtle conditions takes years of training and is done without the benefit of modern technology. How many of you reading this had or do have pain, or are unable to conceive but all your test results are negative? Many of these types of pa-

tient’s are given anti-depressants and are made to feel that their pain is all in their head. Chinese Medicine to the rescue!

As far as fertility is concerned, one and six couples today are unable to conceive and with all the technology available, many couples are still childless. Many of these women are pumped full of hormones and even steroids, baby aspirin and birth control pills, yes, you read right. You might be asking yourself if one is trying to have a baby, then why put them on birth control pills. Yet, Chinese medicine helps these couples conceive without the use of these harmful drugs. Call today for more information or to book an appointment at Skylands Acupuncture, 908-876-3643.

Stay Mentally Fresh During The Workday

nergy levels tend to ebb and flow throughout a typical workday. A cup of coffee may provide some caffeine-infused spark in the morning, but a big lunch can squash energy later in the afternoon.

Waning mental sharpness as the workday progresses can compromise productivity, making it more difficult for workers to complete projects on time. That, in turn, can contribute to stress. In fact, in its “2017 Stress in America” survey, the American Psychological Association found that 58 percent of Americans say work is a significant source of stress.

Staying mentally fresh during a workday can pay a host of benefits, and the following are just a few ways to maintain mental focus until quitting time.

• Exercise regularly. The physical benefits of routine exercise are well documented. But even the most ardent fitness enthusiasts may not realize just how big an impact physical activity is having on their brains. The Harvard Medical School notes that exercise stimulates regions of the brain that release a chemical called brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF, which rewires memory circuits so they can function better. A stronger mem-

ory can help workers recall project details and deadlines more easily, even as the workday draws to a close.

• Avoid the “quick fix.” Relying on a beverage or snack to provide a quick mental boost may end up compromising your mental sharpness. Foods and beverages that are high in sugar may provide an immediate energy boost, but that spike is almost instantly followed by a crash that can adversely affect your mental sharpness. Stick to healthy snacks, such as fruits and vegetables, and avoid late afternoon cups of coffee, which studies have shown make it harder to fall asleep at night, thereby compromising your energy levels the next day.

• Take a walk outdoors. Spending some time outdoors during a lunch break, or even a quick, post-lunch stroll around the office grounds, can provide a break for the brain. That break can help the brain refocus, improving productivity as a result. One great way to get outdoors during busy workdays is to conduct meetings outside when the weather permits.

This gives everyone a chance to recharge their brains in the great outdoors, and few people would prefer a dusty conference room to a nearby park or picnic area outdoors.

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Norman Rockwell

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ertain holiday images have been ingrained in the minds of the public. Coca-Cola’s smiling bearded Santa Claus, in his now universally recognized red coat, helped create a model from which all other Santas evolved. And an early 20th century artist and illustrator helped to establish the feelings of the Christmas season for millions with portraits featured on the covers of The Saturday Evening Post.

Norman Rockwell was born in New York City in 1894 and dreamt of becoming an artist when he was young. Rockwell received his first commission at age 17 and illustrated for Boy’s Life, the monthly magazine of the Boy Scouts of America. In 1916, Rockwell was hired by The Saturday Evening Post. When Rockwell began working for the Post, his humorous and dead-pan depictions of American life tugged at the heartstrings of the public — even if they weren’t so adored by art critics.

Rockwell spent 47 years working for this iconic magazine. Rockwell produced paintings for the Post and other publications that depicted key images in American history, including Charles Lindbergh’s crossing of the Atlantic, the Moon Landing and World War II. However, some of Rockwell’s most beloved work pertains to his holiday scenes.

Rockwell used real people as his models, and every detail in his reproduction paintings of photographs was fastidiously planned, say biographers.

Over time, Rockwell’s paintings helped define an idealized vision of American life and Christmas celebrations.

Even now people seek to emulate the merriment and magic exemplified in Rockwell’s imagery — from tired toy store clerks to a boy discovering Santa kissing his mom to the great holiday dinner. Rockwell produced 29 Christmas covers as well as greeting cards and other holiday scenes.

The holiday season would not be the same without the work of artist Norman Rockwell. His influential images

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Round out your menu with must-have sides like potatoes.

For example, a traditional French dish like Dauphinoise Potatoes are easy to make and feature a homemade butter and garlic sauce, thinly sliced potatoes and rich Gruyere cheese.

Once the hustle and bustle of the holidays are over, however, one of the last things many hosts want to do is cook another big meal. With an option like Willow Tree Chicken Pies, you can skip the hassle and get a meal on the table quickly.

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Fuss-Free Holiday Recipes... continued from page 38 1 container (7 1/2 ounces) Willow Tree Classic Chicken Salad 4 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 48 pieces 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage Heat oven to 375 F. Thaw puff pastry sheets according to package instructions.

Once thawed, unfold into thirds.

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Grease two mini muffin tins; press each puff pastry square into muffin cup.

Bake 8-10 minutes; remove from oven and press center of each cup in with end of wooden spoon.

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bine sugar, one strip orange or lemon zest and water; cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and cranberries are soft, about 10 minutes. Increase heat to medium and cook until cranberries burst, about 12 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add sugar, salt and pepper, to taste; let cool slightly and reserve.

Fill center of each puff pastry cup with chicken salad, 1/2 teaspoon cranberry sauce and one piece Brie cheese.

Bake 5-7 minutes, until Brie is melted.

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At County College of Morris, A Student’s Life and Career is the Focus

r. Anthony Iacono, President of County of College of Morris (CCM), loves his job so much that the drive from his Garden State home to his office in occasional rush hour traffic dampens his spirits none.

“You know that old phrase if you find something that you really, really love you’ll never work a day in your life?” he asks while smiling. “You know, I’ve been in higher education my entire career and absolutely love it. CCM is a really special place for lots of reasons. In higher ed you have the chance to work with students, staff, and the community with really bright, really creative, really interesting people, which makes every day different and every day is a pretty good day. You get to be a part of – and I am always grateful to our students because they chose us – a part of their story as well and you get to support them, which is also very exciting.

So, a lot of it is the people you get to work

with every day, whether they’re employees of the college, whether they’re students, or community members. It makes it really, really fun.”

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been presiding over a very special celebration: CCMs 50th birthday party, culminating with the May 3 -5 2019 “Titan Weekend.” A Foundation Gala will be held at continued on page 41

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CCM... continued from page 40 the Hanover Marriott on Friday evening the 3rd, Titan Family Fun including live music and activities for families will take place on Saturday the 4th, and a weekend ending 5K run on Sunday the 6th.

Grand and wonderful stuff, buttressing what CCM means to and has done for the community and state of New Jersey, and the road it continues to travel.

Official ground breaking for the college was in 1966, and Henderson Hall was completed and opened to students in 1968. 592 full-time and 703 part-time students entered the college that first year, and CCM grew from that point, now graduating more than 1,000 students per year. CCM offers more than 45 associate degree programs, in addition to certificate and Workforce

Development programs, the latter perhaps most important (more later). Also, CCM holds more than 200 transfer agreements and its graduates annually transfer to the state and nation’s best four-year institutions. Many colleges prefer students to head to the two-year school, weigh the student’s completion rate and, per Iacono, since the first two years of college are the “heavy lift,” they are prepared to continue their travels in higher education.

It’s all about preparation and doing. “If you look at our alumni – one is a Senior Executive at Walt Disney World – they represent the top of the finance world,” says Iacono.

“One of our alum was a Senior Vice-President for JP Morgan Chase and has now moved on another large international banking company. They represent nurses, dentists, doctors,

chefs. They have been the founders of technology companies, and we produce great engineering students. So, in 50 years, virtually every walk of life is represented.”

Sherman H. Masten was the institution’s first President, retiring in 1986. Dr. Edward J. Yaw “assumed the baton” as second President of CCM, serving until 2016, he welcoming Iacono as President number three, and advising him upon entry. “We had two overlap weeks together. I’m always appreciative every day that I’m here for the work he and the others who worked with him have done,” says Iacono, himself a community college graduate. Iacono previously served as Vice President of Academic Affairs at Indian River State College (IRSC) in Fort Pierce, Florida. His background in education includes being continued on page 42

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CCM...

continued from page 41 a professor of History, but his interests go above and beyond that, including reading often in science (physics and biology), technology, and business, as well as daily papers and online articles. He believes reading is a big part of what helps you get a better understanding of society as a whole. “They (the former administration) made it a really nice school to come to. Right now, we’ve seen more change in higher ed I think in the past 10 years than in the past 50 years or more. It was nice coming into CCM where we had such a nice foundation, where we could pick and choose a little of what do we want to do. And one of those things we wanted to focus a lot more on was our Workforce programs, because it’s never been truer that people have to be lifelong learners. There’s no

such thing as ‘I got my degree and now I’m done.’”

CCM serves in any given year about 8,000 college credit students, and somewhere in the neighborhood of 6,000 Workforce students, which means individuals who are already in the workforce but need retraining in their current field, a career changer, individuals who don’t necessarily want a four-year degree but want to apply their skills from their two-year degree in business immediately.

Russel Drake, 18, is a Rockaway resident, and first-year CCM student, majoring in Electrical Engineering. “It’s close, convenient, and it (CCM) has really good programs,” he explains as his reason for choosing the school. His introduction to the school was visiting a fair while attending the Morris

Anthony J. Iacono, third CCM President, Edward J. Yaw, second CCM President, Denise Bell, executive administrative assistant to the President of CCM.

County School of Technology.

“It’s really good here. The people are nice, the professors are nice, the campus is nice.” CCM works well and often with local high schools, prepping students for the CCM and working world experience. “We have a tremendous relationship with high schools, “ attests Iacono, “and that’s probably the best example. They (Morris Coun-

ty School of Technology) have something like 300 seniors and we serve 90% of those seniors.

That is a very innovative school that is intensely serious about their students. They make sure their students show up here and get those college credits filed away, also.”

CCM recently was presented with two business leadership continued on page 44

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CCM... continued from page 42 awards, one from the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) and one from Randolph Township.

While very pleased with both, Iacono speaks about the one that from the township the college calls its home base. “We’re so excited about that award, and this has been a really, really good year. That award really meant a lot to us, because shortly after I got here, I had met with their Chamber, and they said we really feel like the college could be doing so much more to support us, the economy is changing very quickly, technology is changing quickly, how can we partner better, or more closely together and so forth? So, I think that we have worked really hard together – and make no mistake, we have enjoyed a great relationship for over 50 years – but the economy is moving in a way it has before, and much faster than it has, technology changes are driving a lot of that societal happens. I’m really proud of the relationship, and it meant a lot to us, ‘Hey, look, we want to recognize you and we really appreciate you.’ So, as a community college, sometimes it’s those community awards that mean more to us even that any other kind.”

Iacono is a big believer in in-

ternships and apprenticeships.

“Often times those students have tremendous results,” he says. Recently, CCM visited Emerson in Florham park – whose Senior Vice-President for Research is a CCM alum— they were told that where students came from is less important than what they did when starting out. They need to hire people who could do things immediately, not having to train someone for the next four years to become valuable.

“So,” says Iacono, “we’re really big on those kinds of experiences. I believe it to the core.”

He pauses, then continues.

“We work really, really hard for students to make sure they have a powerful experience.

So, I think we’re a great choice.

We’ll save you a pile of money, but we’ll get you a great education, and work really hard to get you an apprenticeship or internship off campus.”

CCM as well is a college is at the forefront of educating its students in cybersecurity. “We are the only two-year school in the state of New Jersey to have the Department of Homeland Security and NSA (National Security Agency) national endorsement for a cyber security award for national excellence,” says Iacono proudly. “So, we help people get the skills and continued on page 45

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continued from page 44 education they need to go work in cybersecurity. Never before has there been a need for his.”

While proudly stating the positives of CCM, Iacono also has his focus on improvements. “A big part of what’s missing and what we’d certainly like to see and we’re working very hard on more partnerships; much more internships here. I’d love to see an excess of – right now we have an environment where anyone who wants an internship can get an internship, that’s not a problem – what we’d like to see is somewhere in the neighborhood of 70% of our students participating in internships for some sort of experience. The other one is not necessarily missing, and we’ve made some strides to scale up significantly, we have a real good community engagement program here that our faculty has created, that really helps students understand the world around them, whether that’s the local community or globally, but also their civic responsibilities with it.”

Three specific things are being worked on. The first is building a virtual campus.

Even though the college is open 6 days week, many students can’t attend live classes, so virtual may be the way to go.

Also, CCM would like to start interacting

with schools nationally and globally for a wider perspective of things. “We want our students to have a truly global education,” says Iacono. “We really do want to elevate from being one of the best community colleges in New Jersey and in the nation to being a world class school, but we have to tie in with faculty and students from around the world to do this. The third is we work really closely with the workforce, and we ask them ‘What do you need?’ We do this throughout the year.”

CCM in 2019 will be breaking ground on a new Engineering and Manufacturing facility, expanding from 15,000 to 30,000 square feet, and establishing a virtual hospital as well for its health science departments and expand program offerings in those areas. In addition, it plans to build upon its technology and cybersecurity offerings, to provide more students with the opportunity to take advantage of these high job growth areas.

Wharton resident Cristina Pereira sits at a table in the student center, stacks of index cards piled next to her notebook full of notes. She is studying to be a Physical Therapist, and her current course work includes studying cell division and membrane structure. “It’s a smaller environment,” she says of CCM, “and there is a one-on-one with

teachers. The teachers are fantastic, especially in the science department. They’re always willing to help. If you show that you’re willing to put in the effort, they’ll give you a mile back.”

“You know the biggest part that makes it just great every day?” says Iacono with emphasis. “My degrees are in History and I taught History for a number of years. If you really want to see how democracy works, and how the middle class comes together and so forth, visit your local community college. That’s where it happens.

We are that gateway for so many, and then we have that opportunity throughout the whole year to support a lot of different organizations. So, we will host during the year anywhere from 50 different community organizations on our campus, which thrills us. We have I believe 400 business partners now in the community, so with the chance to work with them and met their needs, you really get to be a great, great part of what makes Morris County a great place to live and work.”

County College of Morris is located at 214 Center Grove Road in Randolph. You can contact the college at (973) 328-500 and learn more about CCM and its offerings by visiting www.ccm.edu.

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Mini sleighs: Create miniature replicas of Santa’s famous sleigh. Paint several popsicle sticks to form the main body of the sleigh and glue them together. Put one at the top perpendicular to the others to serve as the steering rudder. Two silver-painted popsicle sticks placed on their thin sides act as the blades of a sled.

Popcorn garland: Garland made of popcorn is a classic handmade holiday project.

For a new twist, toss the popcorn with food coloring and allow it to dry before stringing for some bright color on the tree.

Photo ornaments: Print out several different photos that you love. Purchase round or square thin wood pieces from a craft store and attach the photos with Mod Podge®. When dry, drill a hole through the top and thread with twine.

Advent calendar: Make an Advent calendar to count down to Christmas by covering a foam board with fabric. Use paper tags or small ornaments and write a number on each for each day of the month.

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