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Memorial Day History Explains Origins Of National Holiday
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hree years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) — established Decoration Day as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers. Maj. Gen. John A. Logan declared that Decoration Day should be observed on May 30. It is believed that date was chosen because flowers would be in bloom all over the country. The first large observance was held that year at Arlington National Cemetery, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. The ceremonies centered around the mourning-draped veranda of the Arlington mansion, once the home of Gen. Robert E. Lee. Various Washington officials, including Gen. and Mrs. Ulysses S. Grant, presided over the ceremonies. After speeches, chil-
dren from the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Orphan Home and members of the GAR made their way through the cemetery, strewing flowers on both Union and Confederate graves, reciting prayers and singing hymns. Local Observances Claim To Be First Local springtime tributes to the Civil War dead already had been held in various places. One of the first occurred in Columbus, Miss., April 25, 1866, when a group of women visited a cemetery to decorate the graves of Confederate soldiers who had fallen in battle at Shiloh. Nearby were the graves of Union soldiers, neglected because they were the enemy. Disturbed at the sight of the bare graves, the women placed some of their flowers on those graves, as well. Today, cities in the north and the south claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day in 1866. Both Macon and Columbus, Ga., claim the ti-
tle, as well as Richmond, Va. The village of Boalsburg, Pa., claims it began there two years earlier. A stone in a Carbondale, Ill., cemetery carries the statement that the first Decoration Day ceremony took place there on April 29, 1866. Carbondale was the wartime home of Gen. Logan. Approximately 25 places have been named in connection with the origin of Memorial Day, many of them in the South where most of the war dead were buried. Official Birthplace Declared In 1966, congress and President Lyndon Johnson declared Waterloo, N.Y., the “birthplace” of Memorial Day. There, a ceremony on May 5, 1866, honored local veterans who had fought in the Civil War. Businesses closed and residents flew flags at half-staff. Supporters of Waterloo’s claim say earlier observances in other places were informal, not community-wide or one-
time events. By the end of the 19th century, Memorial Day ceremonies were being held on May 30 throughout the nation. State legislatures passed proclamations designating the day, and the Army and Navy adopted regulations for proper observance at their facilities. It was not until after
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World War I, however, that the day was expanded to honor those who have died in all American wars. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress, though it is still often called Decoration Day. It was then also placed on the last Monday in May, as were some other federal holidays. Some States Have Confederate Observances Many Southern states also have their own days for honoring the Confederate dead. Mississippi celebrates Confederate Memorial Day on the last Monday of April, Alabama on the fourth Monday of April, and Georgia on April 26. North and South Carolina observe
it on May 10, Louisiana on June 3 and Tennessee calls that date Confederate Decoration Day. Texas celebrates Confederate Heroes Day January 19 and Virginia calls the last Monday in May Confederate Memorial Day. Gen. Logan’s order for his posts to decorate graves in 1868 “with the choicest flowers of springtime” urged: “We should guard their graves with sacred vigilance. ... Let pleasant paths invite the coming and going of reverent visitors and fond mourners. Let no neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations that we have forgotten as a people the continued on page 2
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Verona’s Town-Wide Garage Sale Encourages Recyling
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ike garage sales The Verona High School Student Council plans to host its much anticipated Town-Wide Garage Sale on Sat., May 20; rain date is May 21. There will be a list of participants posted on the Verona Public Schools
website during the week of the sale. The Town-Wide Garage Sale is being held in conjunction with Verona’s 2nd Annual “Green Fair.” The environmentalists’ mantra is “reduce, reuse, recycle” and garage sales are an excellent example of reuse at its best. That is
why the Town-Wide Garage Sale is being held the same day as the Verona Green Fair, which runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Verona Civic Center. The organizers of both events are hoping this will bring many more people to town and increase sales.
High School Students Honored For Academics, Community Service
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he 200 Club of Morris County has recognized several local high school seniors for their dedication to studies and community service. Receiving the 2017 scholarships in the local coverage area are: Catherine A. Chiarolanza, Parsippany High School, Allison R. Cortright, Whippany Park High School; Lauren N. Forstenhausler, Randolph High School; Ryan J. Howard, West Morris
Mendham High School; Andrew P. Kuzemczak, Whippany Park High School; Valentina Mattfeld, Hanover Park High School; Sean M. Moros, Lenape Valley Regional High School; Matthew Piechnik, Chatham High School; Christopher T. Rovatsos, Pope John XXIII High School; Matthew Rulon, Morristown High School; Brielle M. Runfeldt, Morris County School of Technology; Asha L. Sanderson,
Morristown High School; Kayla M. Taylor, Pequannock Township High School, and Brian L. Worts, Morristown Beard School. The students were recently presented with scholarships for their extraordinary accomplishments at a dinner. For more information about the 200 Club or its programs, contact Lori Richmond, club administrator, at 973-630-7933.
Memorial Day History... continued from page 2 cost of a free and undivided republic.” The crowd attending the first Memorial Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery was approximately the same size as those that attend today’s observance, about 5,000 people. Then, as now, small American flags were placed on each grave — a tradition followed at many national cemeteries today. In recent years, the custom has grown in many families to decorate the graves of all departed loved ones. The origins of special services to honor those who die in war can be found in antiquity. The Athenian leader Pericles offered a tribute to the fallen heroes
of the Peloponnesian War more than 24 centuries ago that could be applied today to the 1.1 million Americans who have died in the nation’s wars: “Not only are they commemorated by columns and inscriptions, but there dwells also an unwritten memorial of them, graven not on stone but in the hearts of men.” To ensure the sacrifices of America’s fallen heroes are never forgotten, in December 2000, the U.S. Congress passed and the president signed into law “The National Moment of Remembrance Act,” P.L. 106-579, creating the White House Commission on the National Moment of Remembrance. The commission’s charter is to “encour-
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By Jennifer Walkup brand new electric car charging station opened at Thomas Edison National Park in West Orange on April 19. More than a century after inventor Thomas Edison parked his own 1914 Detroit Electric car at his factory on Main Street, a new technological innovation was implemented with the installation of this electric car charging station. This project was made possible by a partnership between the National Park Service, the National Park Foundation, the US Energy Department and BMW. One hundred electric charging stations will be installed in national parks throughout the country. “The partnership between The National Park Service, National Park Foundation, BMW, and the Department of Energy made this possible,” said Thomas Ross, National Park Service superintendent. “This will allow electric cars to travel to and around national parks.” The partnership aims to get more electric vehicles into national parks, rather than relegating electric vehicles to urban areas where charge stations are more easily accessible. This project fosters electric vehicle travel and will raise awareness about electric vehicle technology and plug-in electric vehicles for millions of park visitors. This project will reduce air pollution in national parks and gateway communities. “We are interested in supporting both electric cars as well as having a
positive impact on the environment,” said Ross. “Having the charging stations in the parks will support that. Some parks are many miles of roadways. At this time, we do not have the infrastructure to support electric vehicles in those places. This will change that.” The electric vehicle charging station in West Orange is located in the laboratory complex’s visitor parking area. The program’s first charging station installation was chosen for the Thomas Edison National Park because of Edison’s inventive nature and his work with electric cars. “We were proud to launch the national program here in West Orange,” said Ross. “We have two level-two charging stations at the laboratory complex on Main Street. There is a great historical connection. Thomas Edison was very interested in electric cars. It really has come full circle.” In the mid-1890s, Edison worked on an electric storage battery for use in electric cars. The park has three of his electric cars in its collection, two Detroit electric vehicles from 1913 and a loco mobile from 1905 which was converted from steam to electric. At Glenmont, Edison’s home, which is also open to visitors, Edison’s own original car charging station resides in the garage. This charging station was built by Edison in 1904. “We want to offer the charging station to visitors of the park but also to our community in West Orange,” said Ross. “We worked closely with the
town and with the West Orange environmental committee as well.” Most stations are two to three miles away in Montclair and near Turtleback Zoo. This new charging station is right in the center of town on Main Street and also near route 280. Courtesy of BMW, the charging station at the Thomas Edison site will operate for free for the first six months. The program will continue to add electric car charging stations throughout national parks during the next two years. They will determine where to install the charging stations based on the strength and proximity of local electric car markets, the location of other nearby charging stations, as well as various considerations regarding the landscape of the parks. This partnership supports the National Park Foundation’s Centennial Campaign for America’s National Parks which aims to strengthen and enhance the future of America’s natural, historical and cultural treasures for the next 100 years. The mission aspires to do so by protecting America’s treasured places, connecting everyone from all backgrounds with the country’s incomparable natural landscapes, rich history, vibrant culture, as well as inspiring lifelong relationships with national parks, and creating the next great generation of park visitors and stewards. The NPS is responsible for the stewardship of America’s natural treasures and historic sites. Innovation, entrepreneurship and
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Essex Offroad Claims Second Place At Wild West Chester Race
By: R.E. Wagner icking off the start of the season for both middle and high school mountain biking teams, the New Jersey Interscholastic Cycling League, NJICL, held its inaugural race in Chester on Sunday, April 23. Of the 15 teams that competed, the Essex Offroad Mountain Bike Team claimed second place overall with several team riders making it all the way to the podium. Comprising of 25 riders spread out across eight townships and of all skill levels, there were many strong performances among this diverse riding group. “My team did really well,” noted Cole Smith, high school junior. “Everyone ranging from the middle school to high school rode really fast. I felt great pretty much the whole way through each lap except for the main climb.” Smith went on to claim second place in the Varsity Boys with a time of 1:09:36 during his four-lap race, 14 miles. With a course comprising of 470 feet of vertical climbing and a 3.5 mile loop, Essex Offroad was up to the challenge. Nina Machnowski, a seasoned mountain biker in her own right, took home first place in JV Girls with a time of 38:29 in a two-lap race, 7 miles. Eighth grader Jack O’Neill secured another spot on the podium in third place, while his twin brother, Frank O’Neill, followed up in fourth place with respective times of 18:28 and 19:12 for one
lap. In sixth grade boys, Peyton Livelli won second place with a time of 23:18, Logan Machnowski took third place with 23:22, and Kai Contento took fourth place in 23:24. Riding only seconds apart, the boys showed great teamwork during their lap. The girls on the team also put forth competitive efforts. Eighth grader Christine Emanuelli won first place with a 31:37 lap while Melanie Rojas took second place with 37:30. And although they didn’t officially place, eighth grade students Andrew Hunt, Edward Selimi, John McCarthy and Harper Cohen as well as sixth grade students Gavin Akersten and Niko Peppas, and Shane McGuire in JV Boys helped push the pace of the field stacked with top riders that had the largest start waves. “There’s nothing like riding and challenging yourself with a group of kids who look forward to getting together and sharing something that’s still sort of unique,” commented Coach Geordie Smith. In order to prepare for the big day, Essex Offroad coaches Stephen Machnowski, Geordie Smith, and Kristine Contento Angel were all hard at work. During the winter months, team practices were held twice weekly at local community parks for skills development when weather permitted, while supervised indoor sessions involving sprint intervals took place within Architect Studios in Montclair and Jalapeno Cycling in
Bloomfield when it didn’t. “I have been enjoying cycling for more than 40 years and hope to inspire that enjoyment in others,” added Smith. “The idea is to help normalize bike riding again and helping to get kids on bikes makes that change happen.” As the first race of the season drew closer, these dedicated coaches also provided race day prep, nutrition, and team building exercises at the Montclair Fire Department Headquarters while enlisting the help of professional bike mechanic Lou Cederberg to host lectures for the team on proper bike maintenance at Pedal Montclair. Essex Offroad has also enjoyed support from both parents and sponsors from all across the state. “It was great seeing equal cheers for boys and girls and the friendship between kids from all 15 teams across NJ,” said Gloria Machnowski, mother of two of the racers. The New Jersey Interscholastic Cycling League is a chapter of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association, an organization dedicated to spreading strong positive messages to both aspiring and veteran cyclists alike as well as the communities in which they live. In addition to their mutual love for mountain biking, many team members share a similar passion. In the beginning of April, Essex Offroad joined a group of more than 70 volunteers to help clean up the West Essex Rail Trail, a location where they frequently
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Cedar Grove Historical Society Hosts Presentation On Overbrook Hospital
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By Dawn M Chiossi ospitals have a fascinating history. It can be utterly intriguing to discover how things used to be medically treated so many years ago. On Wednesday, April 26, the public had the opportunity to reach back in time with the folks from the Cedar Grove Historical Society to learn more about the now defunct Overbrook Hospital, a psychiatric facility. They enjoyed a power point presentation entitled “Overbrook,” facilitated by local Historian Phil Jaeger, who has done a number of absorbing historical presentations for various towns in New Jersey. Jaeger, a retired schoolteacher with a passion for
history, works the programs with his wife Jean. Looking back, from leeching to bleeding patients, sometimes treatments could be archaic, and certainly puzzling when compared to methods today. The line of medicine and treatment of the sick have come a long way. Originally Overbrook Hospital was opened in the year 1898. Unceremoniously labeled as Essex County Psychiatric “Hospital for the Insane,” the hospital housed mentally ill patients that required daily care. The location of then Verona, now Cedar Grove, was chosen because of its ideal location. Ideal because it was a remote area and featured a high altitude. At that time, the belief was that
such conditions provided a healthy, peaceful setting. Doctors thought that this was a perfect climate for patients to rehabilitate. Always passionate on the subject of New Jersey History, Jaeger enthusiastically dove into details regarding the hospital. The presentation was full and varied. Beginning with the early years of Overbrook, to the hospital’s expansion in the 1990’s, and so much more. The program also covered its daily operations, patient activities, dairy operations, and the reason for the hospitals demise. The Overbrook program discloses an extraordinary fact: Astonishingly at its peak, Overbrook hospital housed 3,500 patients! In
2007, when the hospital closed, that number sharply dropped to 300. The subject of Overbrook Hospital was so intriguing to the masses, that approximately 150 people attended, making it an extremely popular program. The folks from the Cedar Grove Historical Soci-
ety were thrilled with the turnout and the success of the program. Member, Julie Ostering can’t say enough about it. “It was great,” she says. And she speaks for everyone when she enthuses that “the attendees really enjoyed the program.” Ostering goes on to say that the night was enhanced
because, “some of the audience members had been either workers or patients at Overbrook.” Historically, Overbrook Hospital was an expansive property built on 325 acres. The surroundings consisted of many beautiful buildings. There were buildings continued on page 8
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was not as needed as much as it was in the past. In 2016, Overbrook was slated for demolition. As of today, the buildings on the property are being torn down. A new park and new community center have been built. On the remaining land, 400 houses will stand. As Ostering puts it, “It is a treasure that has been lost.” Ironically, the program of the historical society took place at the new Robert O Toole Community Center which was built on the grounds of the hospital itself! The Cedar Grove Historical Society holds seven monthly programs a year. They are free and open to all.
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Millburn Woman Records Testimonies Of Terminally Ill To Pass On Memories To Loved Ones
By Ann Marie Barron erry Glass of Millburn spends most of her days piecing together priceless memories for others to leave behind. Through her brainchild, Memories Live, a not-forprofit enterprise she runs independently in Millburn, she helps terminally ill people capture their experiences, personalities and wisdom through custom-made movies they can pass on to their loved ones. “It’s an opportunity for them to leave a piece of themselves behind, to share their personal history and family history and tell about what made them into who they are,’’ says Glass, 44, who holds a bachelor’s degree in fine arts with a focus on videography and photography and a minor in psychology from Rutgers University as well as a master’s degree in art therapy from Pratt Institute, New York City. The idea was hatched when a young mother in a neighboring community died of lung cancer, leaving behind a husband and children under the age of five. “It struck me, as a mother of young kids, that these kids would never know the sound of their mom’s voice,’’ Glass says. “They’d never know advice she had to share. I thought, ‘what if I could help people leave a piece of themselves behind?’’’ She then reached out to
a friend who had lost his mother when he was young. What did he think of the idea? He said it would have been a wonderful thing to have and he wished he’d had something like that to remember his mother by, she recalled. A few calls to area hospitals, hospices, nursing homes in the Millburn area, and Memories Live began. That was more than six years ago. Now a full-time job for Glass, most of the work gets done while her two children are in school, during evenings and on weekends. When she first began, she handed subjects a 20page questionnaire, though people told her it was a bit too much. “Now I have one page of questions for them,’’ she says. “I have all those other questions in my head, so it’s not so overwhelming.’’ Her clients’ average age is 55, and the youngest subject she’s filmed was 22 years old. “I really only offer this to adults,’’ she says, noting that it is most valuable to those who are leaving behind very young family members. “It’s for the child who didn’t’ get to know their parents,’’ she says. “They may see parts of their parents in themselves that they might not have been able to see, a dimple, the way they like their coffee; it will hopefully fill some kind
of void, preserve a memory. Those of us who are so blessed to have our loved ones here take it for granted.’’ July will mark her seventh year in business. To date, she’s filmed more than 130 individuals. The only requirement is for a subject to have a life-limiting, terminal illness. “I don’t ask for a doctor’s note,’’ she says. “I just go with ‘”honesty is the best policy.’’’ Glass said she’s willing to travel anywhere within a two-hour radius of her Millburn home. She funds her enterprise through grants, donations and an annual fundraiser, which took place last month. There is no charge for her service. When she sits down with a subject, usually in their home, the conversation is wide-ranging. “We’ll start talking about grandparents, memories of grandparents,’’ Glass explains. “Then, we’ll talk about their childhood, fond memories, schooling, college and advice for high school, advice for them to share about college, about your first job interview. We touch on every stage of life. Then, I’ll ask them about what makes them, them – favorite foods, season, music, holiday - all the things that mold them into who they are.’’ Glass then spends hours combining the interview footage with music and family photos, creating a
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Essex County ARC Races Raise $77K For The Disabled
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he Arc of Essex County, a non-profit dedicated to helping children and adults with intellectual and development disabilities, crowned David Leiken, 34, of Morris Plains, and Larissa Hoffmann, 23, of Sussex, the victors of the 19th Annual Building Tomorrows 5K Run last month, while raising more than $77,000 to support the agency’s programs and services. The USA Track and Field sanctioned 5K-race held on Sat., April 29 in Essex County’s South Mountain Recreation Complex attracted a broad field of competitors. More than 700 participated in the 5K Run, Family Fundraising Walk and Fun Fest. The Building Tomorrows event is part of The Arc of New Jersey’s annual Step Up for The Arc statewide initiative of walk-
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athons held locally by every county chapter. The Arc of Essex County is the state’s largest provider of services and supports to the intellectual and developmentally disabled community with a wide variety of programs that serve individuals from birth through their senior years. Finishing on Leiken’s heels in the men’s division were Timothy McCarthy, 37, of Nutley, and Peter Cullen, 48, of Verona. In the women’s division, Nicole Rong, 15, of Livingston, placed second, and Chloe Contarino, 28, of West Orange, placed third. In addition to the USATF-sanctioned 5K Run, members of the community gathered to participate in a fundraising walk. More than 20 teams and 500 individuals participated including the Essex County College Public Safety Acad-
emy Police Class BPCO 17-1, whose 67 members raised more than $12,000 and volunteered throughout the day. “We would like to congratulate all of the runners and walkers who took part in the 2017 Building Tomorrows 5K Run, Family Walk, and Fun Fest,” said Linda Cancro Lucas, chief executive officer of The Arc of Essex County. “We are especially thankful to the Essex County College Public Safety Academy for their continued support and participation in this event. As a result of everyone’s fundraising efforts and the participation of the community, we raised needed funds which will enable The Arc of Essex County to continue to fuel vital programs and services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.”
Older Americans Month Kicked Off
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., center, gathers with senior citizens at the Essex County Branch Brook Park Senior Café in the Park program on Monday, May 1. Photo by Glen Frieson.
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iving wills, insurance policies and other financial concerns will be discussed in the National Center for Jewish Women’s June 13 workshop. Eleonore K. Cohen, Esq., will host the workshop June 13 from 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m., which will help participants prepare for unknown events in life. This workshop will be held at the Linda & Rudy
Slucker NCJW/Essex Center for Women, Livingston. Registration is required and programs are open to all women in the community. To register or for additional information about this or other programs, call the NCJW/Essex Center for Women at 973-994-4994 or visit www.centerforwomenNJ.org. Workshops are free for members of NCJW, and $7 per workshop for
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Started in 2011, the Café in the Park program locates senior congregate meal sites in Essex County parks buildings, offering nutritious meals as well as exercise and wellness programs. To commemorate Older Americans Month, games
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Zoo Opens New Exhibits
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ssex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., center, announces the opening of two new natural habitat-themed animal exhibits at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. One exhibit is
for Andean Condors and the other exhibit combines Giant Anteaters and Maned Wolves The new exhibits are part of the county executive’s ongoing initiative to expand recreational, educa-
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MPAC’s Spring Fundraiser Will Take Off At Airport
ll are invited to take off to MPAC’s spring fundraiser at Morristown Airport on Wed., June 7 at 6 p.m. and help a Morris County arts venue raise critical operating funds. “Come Fly with Us” will be a unique fundraising event to be held at the FTC FBO Hangar at Morristown Airport. Event highlights include an open bar, “onboard fare” by OME Caterers, photo opportunities, dancing and entertainment, a cigar roller and a silent auction. “Individual Boarding Passes” for event admission are $125. A variety
of sponsorship opportunities are available: Jetsetter, $7,500; First Class, $5,000; and Runway, $2,500. Each sponsorship comes with a variety of benefits. Jetsetter and First Class sponsors receive a fun flying experience around the Statue of Liberty in a Beechcraft Debonair. “Last year’s ‘Come Fly with Us’ fundraiser was a blast and such a unique and fun event that we couldn’t wait to do it again this year,” said Wendy Aresty, MPAC board of trustee member and co-chair of the event. “Attendees can expect great food from Ome Caterers, top-notch
entertainment, signature cocktails and cigar rolling, all against the backdrop of Morristown Airport. This is one party you won’t want to miss!” To purchase tickets or sponsorships, call 973539-0345 X 6526. More information is available at: https://www.mayoarts. org/support/fundraising-and-special-events/ spring-fundraiser. The Mayo Performing Arts Center has been designated a Major Presenting Organization by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
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variety of programs are being offered at the Essex County Environmental Center during the month of May that will teach children and adults about nature and help them gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the environment. Tuesday Afternoon Yoga and Myofascial Unwinding is for adults. The focus of this class is on the many benefits of long-held, seated yoga poses paired with free movements to unwind the body from its long-held patterns. Participants will lengthen tissues that connect, wrap and interweave muscles and experience the freedom of body-guided movement.
All levels are welcome. The cost is $10 per class. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Tuesday Afternoon Yoga and Myofascial Unwinding will be held May 23 and May 30 at 3:30 p.m. Little Explorers Spring Nature Program is for children ages 2 to 5. This child-caregiver class uses stories, walks and crafts to develop an awareness and appreciation for science and nature for the child as well as the caregiver. It will be held May 26 at 10:30 a.m. The cost is $9 per child per class. Birding Hike in Essex County Hatfield Swamp is presented by New Jersey Audubon. Exploring
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various habitats for spring migrants, such as warblers and raptors, along with views of late-departing waterfowl will make this an exciting trip. Footing may be wet. Meet at the Stop & Shop. The cost is $6 for NJA members and $8 for non-members. Call 908-766-5787 or e-mail kelly.wenzel@njaudubon. org to register. The event takes place May 18 at 8:30 a.m. Birding Hike in Essex County Kip’s Castle Park is presented by New Jersey Audubon. Hikers will look for late spring songbird migration and spectacular valley views from First Mountain in Verona. This is a great place to view warblers and other wood-
land birds. This walk is generally easy, mostly on paved walkways. The cost is $6 for NJA members and $8 for non-members. Call 908-766-5787 or e-mail kelly.wenzel@njaudubon. org to register. The hike takes place May 20 at 8:30 a.m. Nature Paper Making is for adults and children age 8 and up, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. Making paper is always fun, and participants will gather colors from nature and create a special piece that may be framed at home. Advance registration and a minimum number of participants are required. The cost is $10 per adult and $8 per child. For information, call 973228-8776.
Join the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Essex County May 22 at 1 p.m. for a horticulture class especially designed for senior citizens. The focus for May is “What Grows Together in Your Garden?” Meet in Garibaldi Hall for the free program. Advance registration is required one week prior to program; call Helen at 973-731-0717 or Amy at 973-731-2449 A birding hike in Essex County Hilltop Reservation is set for May 25 at 8:30 a.m. by New Jersey Audubon. Explore edge and meadow habitats for late spring migrants with an easy walk through the reservation. Meet at Mountain Avenue and Courter Lane in North Caldwell for
the free event. Call 908766-5787 or e-mail kelly. wenzel@njaudubon.org to register. A Memorial Day Paddle is planned for May 29 at 10:30 a.m. for adults and children ages 10 and up who are accompanied by an adult. Take a leisurely paddle on the Passaic River. Paddlers will enjoy scenery and peacefulness as they paddle up the river and then float down slowly at the pace of the river. The session includes paddling safety, techniques and all equipment. The cost is $30 per canoe or $15 per person. Advance registration and a minimum number of participants are required. For information, call 973-228-8776.
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oin Employment Horizons of Cedar Knolls on June 19 for the 12th Anniversary Golf Classic sponsored by My Limo of East Hanover, with Vision Real Estate Partners serving as Associate Sponsor. This year’s exclusive event, to be held at the prestigious Spring Brook Country Club in Morristown, will include giveaways, contest prizes and a chance to win a car from Audi Bridgewater & Mendham. In the greater Morris County area, hundreds of hardworking people with disabilities dream of earn-
ing a paycheck and living as valued, productive members of society. The Golf Classic offers an opportunity for members of the community to help make this dream a reality. All proceeds from the event help fund agency services and programs which give people with disabilities valuable job skills training and employment support services. To support the charity classic, registrants and sponsors can visit www. emhorizons.org or contact Maria Verducci-Florio at 973-538-8822 ext.
240. Registration includes greens fees, golf cart, lunch, golfer gift, cocktail reception, and buffet dinner. Founded in 1957, Employment Horizons, Inc. is the premier not-forprofit agency providing high-quality competitively priced services to the business community through its commercial operations while at the same time, furthering its mission to assist people with special needs to achieve their vocational objectives and establish self-sufficiency in the community. To learn more, visit www.emhorizons.org.
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