Church of Saviour Memorial Garden Comes Alive Soon
Episcopalian church abuzz with several activities in 2025
by Jeff Garrett
As folks eagerly await Spring and gardeners across America ready their green thumbs for their hobby of hobbies, the Memorial Garden at the Church of Saviour in Denville will undoubtedly blossom again like it has for a quarter century.
The church has been a warm, welcoming stable pace of worship as members come in and move on in their lives. For those church members who’ve fallen, the garden is there as a remembrance. running hand-in-hand with the saying, “nothing more than flowers tells better memories.”
Many activities abound at Church of Saviour ranging from working in the Faith Kitchen Hot Lunch Ministry to being in the Crochet/ Knitting Group to helping in Denville’s Rockaway
River Cleanup each may to serving in the Prison Ministry to help children of incarcerated with school supplies and preparing them Christmas gifts.
The Memorial Garden itself came about when the parish hall became connected to the church in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s.
Similar to a courtyard at a school or quad at a college or university, the Garden occupies the center area with pathways to the parish hall and church surrounding either side. The Garden is in fact, in memory of certain parishioners such as Gertrude West, Evelyn & George Hayward, Fred LeClair, Mildred Albertson and William
DSchlager and was maintained by Joan Schlager and Jane Gilson for many years with Dianne McDougall now steering its maintenance.
Other activities at the church include a churchsponsored special collection for Denville, Rockaway or Interfaith Food Pantries. St. Martha’s Guild, a women’s group which meets on the last Tuesday night of each month. helps raise money for local charities. Finally, there’s Denville Social Services Adopt-A-Family which helps families in need purchase Christmas gifts.
The Memorial Garden itself can be viewed as a philanthropic beatification-offshoot of sorts from a giving religious community welcoming all and remembering the charity and goodwill of others.
Without question, the Garden will spring back to life this Spring to provide church and activity-goers at the Denville staple with beautiful scenery tranquility for all to savor.
To learn more about volunteering for any activity at the Church of the Saviour visit theirwebsite www. thechurchofthesaviourdenville.org and go to its “Contact Us” link and ask to be put in touch with Garden volunteer, Janet Porsche.
The Episcopal Church of the Saviour is located at 155 Morris Ave, Denville, NJ 07834. You can email them at thechurchofthesaviourdenville@gmail.com or call 973627-3304.
Useful New Pet Resource Available for Denville Residents
enville residents now have access to a free online pet resource designed to help them provide the best care for their pets. Pawfect Journey offers expert advice on pet health, nutrition, and training, making it a valuable tool for both new and experienced pet owners.
The website features a variety of helpful resources, including Are Bananas Safe for Cats and a list of the Top Automatic Litter Boxes. Whether you need advice on pet nutrition or recommendations for essential pet products, Pawfect Journey is a reliable source of information.
In addition to providing valuable information, Pawfect Journey seeks to build partnerships with local shelters and pet-focused businesses. Through these collaborations, the platform aims to improve the lives of pets while making a positive impact on the Denville community.
Denville residents can explore Pawfect Journey by visiting pawfectjourney.com. For more information, contact info@pawfectjourney.com.
Virtual Option Added to In-Person Community Book Study Hosted by Denville Township Schools
District Invites Community to Meet and Discuss “The Anxious Generation” to Explore Youth Mental Health Initiatives
To provide even more opportunities for the community to participate, both a Virtual, and an In-Person, option will also be offered for the upcoming Denville Township School District’s Community Book Study of “The Anxious Generation.” The district will hold 4-sessions of the Community Book Study. The Virtual and In-Person options will occur simultaneously.
“The Anxious Generation,” a book by Jonathan Haidt, explores the impact that smartphones and social media have on the mental health of students. The book was published in 2024, and has been at the top of several best seller lists for nearly an entire year.
The 4-sessions of the Community Book Study will explore “The Decline of Play,” “The Role of Screens and Their Impact,” “What Can We Do?,” and a “Panel Discussion: Collective Action for a Healthier Childhood.”
The Community Book Study schedule is: (Tuesday, March 5), Wednesday, March 18, Tuesday, April 2 and Wednesday, April 22. Each session will meet from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The 4-sessions will take place In-Person at Riverview Elementary School, 33 St. Mary’s Place in Denville, and Virtually on Google Meet.
“This Community Book Study is important for our entire
community,” said Superintendent Dr. Steven Forte. “We added a Virtual option to make it even easier for community members to attend. Denville Township Schools is asking all members of the Denville community to participate.”
The purpose of the Community Book Study of ‘The Anxious Generation,’ is to bring together parents, educators, and community members to explore the growing concerns of anxiety and the overall health of today’s children.
Denville Township School District and its community partners are hosting the Community Book Study initiative.
The Community Book Study will be led by Jamie Watkins, a Riverview parent, who has experience leading book studies.
Copies of “The Anxious Generation” can be purchased, or the book can be borrowed from the Denville Public Library. District parents and staff can also borrow from Denville’s school libraries. Note: Though the Denville Education Foundation donated 30 copies of “The Anxious Generation,” there are a limited number of copies available. Therefore, the community is encouraged to contact their librarian to discuss availability.
In order for the district to prepare for each of the 4-sessions, community members are encouraged to RSVP, however an RSVP is not required.
Complete information regarding the Denville Township School District’s Community Book Study, and a link to the RSVP form, can be found at www.denville.org.
Questions regarding the Denville Community Book Study can be sent to Superintendent Dr. Steven A. Forte at sforte@denville.org.
The Community Book Study Syllabus is: Session 1: Introduction and the Decline of Play Wednesday, March 5, 2025 – 7:00-8:00 PM
Discussion Focus: Parts 1 and 2 of The Anxious Generation. An overview of the book’s themes. The rise of anxiety and mental health issues among young people. The decline of free play, discovery, and independence.
Key Questions: How do we overprotect children and adolescents in the real world and under-protect them in the virtual world? In what ways are screen-based activities replacing real-world play and independence? How are screens inhibiting free play among kids and teens? What role do parents and educators play in encouraging or dis
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Discover the Extraordinary Talent of CCM’s Adjunct Faculty at Free Art & Design Showcase
Step into a creative and innovative dimension as County College of Morris (CCM) proudly presents an inspiring exhibit showcasing the remarkable works of art created by its skilled adjunct faculty members from the Design & Media Studies and the Arts & Humanities departments. The showcase, on display through Thursday, April 3 in the college’s Gallery, offers a glimpse into the diverse range of expertise these educators bring to CCM’s classrooms.
“The high quality of art and design work in the exhibition serves as both a showcase of our adjunct faculty’s talents and it also gives visitors a unique opportunity to discover the wide variety of courses these artists teach at CCM including Computer Graphics for Designers I,
Three-Dimensional Design, Photographic Processes and Introduction to Sewing and Textiles,”
said Dr. Brian Sahotsky, CCM Gallery Director and Assistant Professor, Arts and Humanities Department.
“Please join us in celebrating the hard work and contributions of our talented adjunct faculty members in art and design to County College of Morris.”
The exhibition represents many disciplines and media types, including painting, sculpture, documentary film, animation reels, fashion design garments, photography, graphic design, collage art and illustration.
An opening reception will be held on Thursday, February 6, from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Gallery. The reception is free and open to the public, and light refreshments and beverages will be served.
The CCM Gallery is located in the Sherman H. Masten Learning Resource Center on the college’s campus, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. Gallery hours are Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parking is available in Lot 6. For more information visit www.ccm.edu/ccm-gallery.
To learn about the numerous creative pathways of learning available at CCM, visit www.ccm.edu/ pathways/creative-artsmedia.
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To provide even more opportunities for the community to participate, both a Virtual, and an In-Person, option will also be offered for the upcoming Denville Township School District’s Community Book Study of “The Anxious Generation.” The district will hold 4-sessions of the Community Book Study. The Virtual and In-Person options will occur simultaneously.
“The Anxious Generation,” a book by Jonathan Haidt, explores the impact that smartphones and social media have on the mental health of students. The book was published in 2024, and has been at the top of several best seller lists for nearly an entire year.
The 4-sessions of the Community Book Study will explore “The Decline of Play,” “The Role of Screens and Their Impact,” “What Can We Do?,” and a “Panel Discussion: Collective Action for a Healthier Childhood.”
The Community Book Study schedule is: (Tuesday, March 5), Wednesday, March 18, Tuesday, April 2 and Wednesday, April 22. Each session will meet from 7:00 to
8:00 p.m. The 4-sessions will take place In-Person at Riverview Elementary School, 33 St. Mary’s Place in Denville, and Virtually on Google Meet.
“This Community Book Study is important for our entire community,” said Superintendent Dr. Steven Forte. “We added a Virtual option to make it even easier for community members to attend. Denville Township Schools is asking all members of the Denville community to participate.”
The purpose of the Community Book Study of ‘The Anxious Generation,’ is to bring together parents, educators, and community members to explore the growing concerns of anxiety and the overall health of today’s children.
Denville Township School District and its community partners are hosting the Community Book Study initiative.
The Community Book Study will be led by Jamie Watkins, a Riverview parent, who has experience leading book studies.
Copies of “The Anxious Generation” can be purchased, or the book can be borrowed from the Denville Public Library. District parents and staff can also borrow from Denville’s school libraries. Note:
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3 Fun Ways to Involve Kids in April Fools’ Day
Fun is a common component of many holidays, but perhaps no holiday is more exclusively devoted to merriment than April Fools’ Day. Fun might be the lone demand of April Fools’ Day, when people of all ages can engage in some lighthearted pranks and share a few laughs with loved ones.
Families can join in the fun this April Fools’ Day by embracing the many ways to involve children in the merry pranking that makes the first day of April so enjoyable. The following are three ways to get kids in on the action this April Fools’ Day.
1. Prank a parent. Pranks are tailor-made for the young and the young at heart, and kids might be particularly engaged if they’re enlisted to pull a fast one on Mom and Dad. Parents can work behind each others’ backs to prank their spouse, enlisting the services of the kids to pull off a prank the whole family can get a kick out of. Whether it’s removing shoelaces from Dad’s sneakers and putting them back in backwards or hiding plastic insects on or around Mom’s car keys, pranking a parent can be just what kids to embrace the spirit of April Fools’ Day.
2. Make April Fools’ Day Auto-Correct
Day. Another fun way to get kids in on the prank-filled fun is to enlist their help in setting a ridiculous auto-correct on a parent’s or older sibling’s phone. Ask kids to offer an alternative to a phrase a parent or sibling often shares via text message, and then go into the phone and set it up so that oft-used phrase automatically auto-corrects to the phrase kids offered up. For example, if an older sibling loves to text “lol,” make that phrase automatically auto-correct to, “I will do my brother’s (or sister’s) chores.”
3. Prank the youngsters, too. Of course, kids can not only be prank perpetrators, but also recipients of April Fools’ Day tomfoolery. Parents can incorporate children’s love of dessert into their April Fools’ Day pranking, swapping out the filling in a cookie or the icing on a piece of cake with mashed potatoes. Watch as youngsters take a bite of cake only to realize that sugary icing they love so much is actually garlic mashed potatoes.
April Fools’ Day can be made that much more fun when children give a little and get a little of the pranking that makes this annual day of practical joking so enjoyable.
Dental Bridges, Dentures, & Implants: What’s The
Sometimes people need to replace missing teeth or teeth that will be extracted shortly. Bridges, dentures, and implants are the most common ways to accomplish this, but what are the differences?
are removable: you take them in-and-out of your mouth. Bridges are permanent: you do NOT take them in-and-out.
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Dentures can be made from a number of different materials: acrylic (plastic), metal, a combination of acrylic and metal, or “thermoplastic.” The advantages of the acrylic include cost and simplicity. They are the least expensive, and the easiest to fabricate and repair. The disadvantages include thickness and low stability.
sides include the “shaving down” of teeth on either side of spaces to keep them in place (called “abutment” teeth), and potential cavity development or need for root canals on these abutments over time.
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Metal dentures are thin, rigid, and fit tightly. The downsides include increased difficulty to repair (although not terribly difficult) and cost (they are the most expensive).
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Thermoplastic materials have the advantage of being flexible, which many patients find to be more comfortable. However, repairs can be difficult to impossible, based upon the type of material utilized. Unlike dentures that are removable, bridges are permanent. This is one reason why bridges are more popular than dentures. Other advantages include increased biting / chewing power, increased esthetics, and less fuss with them since they don’t have to be taken in and out. Down-
teeth and poor chewing ability. Patients instantly benefit from a strong bite, excellent smile, and freedom of re-gaining the roof of their mouths if they had a denture that covered it previously. Many patients who have dentures or require removal of most teeth present to Dr. Goldberg for this procedure specifically: he is a leading authority on this type of procedure within the community.
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Dental implants provide a host of options. Most people think of an implant as a post that is placed into the jawbone to hold a single tooth (crown). This is one use of an implant, but there are other functions. The implant is actually the post: you can use it to secure a denture or a bridge, also! With respect to dentures, the implant can help to eliminate or decrease the number of clasps, providing a more esthetic outcome and more stable set of teeth. Bridges benefit from implants because now you cannot develop cavities around the abutments and there is no need for root canals. Implant bridges also eliminate the need for drilling on other teeth.
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Dr. Goldberg is a general dentist & implant expert with 29 years of experience. He is located in the Roxbury Mall in Succasunna, NJ. He provides general dentistry for the entire family, including: cleanings, check-ups, whitening, veneers, crowns, root canals, dentures, periodontal (gum) services, dental implants, and much more. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Implantology/Implant Dentistry, holds multiple degrees and is recognized as an expert in dental implants. You can find additional information on his website:www.morriscountydentist.com. The office can be reached at: (973) 328-1225 or via email: frontdesk.mcda@gmail.com
Dr. Goldberg is a leading expert on dental implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry, which is a degree held by only 1% of dentists worldwide. Whether you require a single implant or complex full-mouth rehabilitation, a free consultation with Dr. Goldberg should be considered.
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JMorris County OEM Director Set to Lead New Jersey County Emergency Management Coordinator’s Association
eff Paul has over 40 years of experience in law enforcement. From starting out his career in 1979 with the Morristown Bureau of Police to leading the tactical operations team of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Paul now begins another assignment as he is set to lead the New Jersey County Emergency Management Coordinator’s Association as its newest president.
The New Jersey County Emergency Management Coordinator’s Association represents emergency management leaders from all 21 counties. Its mission is to protect lives and property within New Jersey and to work with all relevant emergency support functions (ESFs) that support these efforts.
During a swearing in ceremony in early January, Paul took the oath with his former police academy classmate and now Morris County Sheriff James Gannon holding the bible. Gannon and Paul attended the Morris County Police Training Academy together in 1983.
“Only a short 42 years ago, Jeff and I were graduating classmates of the police academy. We’ve come a long way since then, but our joint mission has always been the same: to protect and serve our communities.
Just look at his list of achievements: this is the right man for the job of president of the emergency management association!” said Sheriff Gannon.
As director of the Morris County OEM, Paul manages emergency response partnerships across the 39 county municipalities. He also serves as the county Emergency Medical Services (EMS) coordinator and oversees the county’s EMS program, including the deployment of pre-hospital emergency response assets.
Paul also commands the county’s Special Operations Group which provides advanced life support/basic life support (ALS/BLS) services for the Morris County Sheriff ’s Emergency Response Team tactical teams, as well as the bomb squad and HAZMAT units. He led the team responsible for developing the county’s Rescue Task Force Program and is a Class 2 Officer for the Morris County Sheriff ’s Office.
During President Donald J. Trump’s first term, Paul coordinated ALS/BLS teams that supported the U.S. Secret Service and White House Medical Team on visits to New Jersey and will be continuing those efforts during President Trump’s next term.
Paul is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the International School of
Tactical Medicine, and a certified tactical medical practitioner with numerous advanced certifications. He has written articles and contributed to the resource guide, “Ciottone’s Disaster Medicine,” in addition to lecturing extensively on emergency management topics. He has also taught programs and courses throughout the state and serves as an instructor for the New Jersey State Police.
Paul is grateful for the opportunity to lead the organization.
“For this new assignment, I am grateful and truly humbled by the enormity of the
responsibility and commit to accepting the challenges that lie ahead. There are many -both known and unknown,” said Paul. “The men and women that make up the New Jersey County Emergency Management Coordinators Association in our 21 counties, along with everyone in this room, come from various backgrounds with unique gifts offered in service for the good of the people, who are counting on us to protect and defend. This is what I was born to do.”
For more information on OEM services in Morris County, visit the Morris County Office of Emergency Management website.
Col. Patrick J. Callahan, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police swears in Jeffrey S. Paul as the president of the New Jersey County Emergency Management Coordinator’s Association (photo courtesy of Morris County Communications)
Ocean Historical Museum: A Museum Measuring a Township’s Past
by Jeff Garrett
If you’ve ever wondered what happened in Monmouth County’s coastal past, think about visiting the Eden Woolley House. There, in what’s been called an architectural gem of Monmouth County you can find a wide array of memorabilia and artifacts spanning the sandy area’s centuries.
The Township’s Ocean Historical Museum was founded in 1984 and works as a 501 ( C)( 3) non-profit organization. But there’s quite a history before its non-profit stamp of approval.
Some may be surprised to learn that the coastal area many call home was once inhabited by Indians. The township of Ocean itself was originally hailed as “a very good land to fall in with and a pleasant place to see,” by Captain Henry Hudson in the early 1600’s. The Dutch owned the land but saw it cede to England in 1664. Several land divisions of the area went on for the next 30 years. Fast forward 185 years to the 1840’s when an act was enacted saying that the first meeting of representatives of Ocean County would meet at the home of James Anderson of Eatontown, for legislative purposes.
The area those on the governing body would legislate was vast. Several houses
owned by prominent men in the legislature would host meetings until the Woolley House became its central meeting point in 1849.
Built in 1697, the Woolley House was one of the remaining houses still standing from the 17th century. In good condition, it seemed suitable as a place to house artifacts and county treasures from centuries past.
Today, the House contains exhibits in the Edelson Gallery which focuses on Ocean Township’s history and the Richmond Gallery. An exhibit titled “Beginnings: Ocean County’s First People,” is on display in the Richmond Gallery while Edelson, which clings to mini-exhibits is currently showing “Deal Test Site: 100 Years of History.”
The Our Town Gallery also exists as does the Hearth and Home Gallery which explains local life at the Jersey Shore and how it’s changed over decades. Historic manuscripts and photographs of Ocean County from centuries gone by are housed and on display in the museum library.
Another interesting part of history in the museum arose after 13 boxes of historical artifacts arrived at the Museum in 201920 after an effort was made to identify and protect the state’s historical and cultural
resources during archaeological digs prior to developing land. These findings produced a number of colorful historical anecdotes which sit for spectators to see.
Guest speakers often showcase interesting discussions for the museum’s guests.
One discussion of late was “Presidential Pathways” by historian Jim Foley on Feb. 18, combining tradition surrounding President’s Day with local involvement over the years.
The museum is open to the public on Sunday afternoons from 1:00 to 4:00pm as well as on Thursday evenings from 7:00 until 9:00pm. One can request a tour anytime by phoning 732-531-2136. The address of the Eden Woolley House is 703 Deal Rd, Ocean, NJ 07712 while its mailing address is P.O. Box 516 Oakhurst, NJ 07755-0516. You can email the House too at communications@ OceanMuseum.org
By Steve Sears
Bob Nulman Lovingly Remembers his Son, and Fights to Defeat Impaired Driving
ayne resident, Bob Nulman, speaks about his son, Danny. Nulman said, “Danny was a Communications major. He maybe had a career in broadcasting. That was what he was looking towards, but never really got a chance. Who knows what his future would have held? He was very popular, very funny, smart, and like a young blossom, a young little bud ready to burst forth. And then he was snuffed out, like it was an early frost.”
On October 11, 1987, Danny Nulman, a 22-year-old senior at Trenton State College (now the College of New Jersey), and four of his college friends were all tragically killed when a 20-year-old woman, impaired by alcohol and drugs, was traveling the wrong way on Interstate 95 in Bensalem, Pennsylvania and crashed into their car. The woman was also killed.
Nulman said, “It was a terrible, terrible crash - one of those crash aftermaths, where you look at just a jumbled pile of metal. It was just so terrible, and so avoidable.”
In early December 2024, during National Impaired Driving Prevention Month,
Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) joined forces with liquor manufacturer, Diageo, the National Football League, and Uber Technologies, Inc. and unveiled the “Take a Minute. Make a Plan.” campaign. With drinking much expected on Super Bowl Sunday which would place safe driving in peril, the lifesaving initiative urged football fans to spend just 60 seconds arranging a safe ride home - and perhaps save countless lives as well.
Nulman, who is the National Ambassador for MADD and has been volunteering with them for 37 years, applauds the campaign.
“It is in everybody’s best interest for there to be safe celebrations,” he said. “Whether it is a holiday, whether it’s a major celebration like a Super Bowl, or anything else, it is in everybody’s best interest to avoid these kinds of tragedies that we see. Thank goodness that we are all teaming up here to try to make a difference.”
Nulman took his sorrow and turned it into positive energy to fight the battle against impaired driving.
He said, “I tell people it is my therapy, too, because it helps me get through the
night that I am doing something in Danny’s name. Not just to keep his memory alive, but to say, ‘Look at the good that we have done.’ My team is me, it is Danny, of course, and my daughter.”
Nulman, who along with his daughter, Kim, both volunteer for MADD’s National Victim Helpline, said. “There are people out there - like me who, still, after 38 years –are trying to recover from a tragic loss. I am not just a statistic. I am a bereaved parent. I could be the the guy who lives next door to you, and I want to help you to not have to go through the tragedy that I went through. We are still fighting the battle. We are not going to give up. We are making progress, and we cannot slow down.”
Nulman also applauds the HALT Drunk Driving Act (https://madd.org/haltact/), which was signed into law in November 2021.
He said, “Hopefully by 2026, the HALT Drunk Driving Act will be ready to go as soon as the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) promulgates the rules. It means that every new car that is manufactured will have a passive kind of
detection system, a system that will detect the driver’s biometrics. Whether there is alcohol in your system or on your breath, it will not let you start the car until it detects a driver that is not impaired. We are relying on technology.”
Nulman then paused, and said, “I think every day of Danny in my mind’s eye, looking down and saying, ‘Hey, old man, you are doing a good job. Thank you for doing it my memory.”
Bob Nulman (courtesy of MADD)
SCCC Offers Free Certificate to Train Community Journalists
TikTok almost ran out of time and viewers began to panic thinking “Oh no! Where will I get my news?”
Have no fear, if this threat should ever become real again, Sussex County Community College in Newton is here, offering news’ gurus the opportunity to learn what it takes to cover the news the right way!
For the second year in a row, SCCC will be offering a FREE certificate focusing on helping community members develop the skills and smarts when it comes to serving as community journalists, covering community-centered news happening in their hometowns and county. The certificate—Becoming a Community Journalist—will be offered at SCCC this spring semester, from March 18 through May 6.
The program will offer a hands-on exploration of how journalism works. Participants will learn the tools needed for understanding the local issues that are affecting them and their neighbors, how to report important stories and make connections with publishers seeking current news and fresh ideas to circulate to their readers and listeners.
Prof. Cheryl Conway will return as the instructor of the certificate course. Conway teaches Journalism I and 2 at SCCC and has decades of experience as a reporter and editor for community newspapers and magazines, as well as publisher of her online publication in her hometown.
Conway said, “I want the participants to begin thinking like journalists and be prepared to effectively engage with
their neighbors and local government. Our aim is to prepare them to become more civically active, get involved in the community media ecosystem and seek the confidence to become a published writer.”
Nancy Gallo, director of the Center for Lifelong Learning, wrote the grant application on behalf of SCCC and the Center and previously worked as a community reporter covering events in her hometown. As the grant administrator, Gallo said, “We are so appreciative to the New Jersey Council for the Humanities for choosing SCCC as a worthy recipient of this grant.”
SCCC was one of only three community colleges statewide chosen to participate.
“We want to train local citizens on how to write news articles and be part of the democratic system of providing information that leads to informed citizens and decisions.”
“This grant promises to have far-reaching and long-term benefits for our county and its citizens,” Gallo added. “The certificate is designed to teach journalism skills and design practices for anyone in greater Sussex County who wants to share stories and information that their communities need to thrive.”
The New Jersey Council for the Humanities designed the grant with input from the Journalism + Design program at the New School.
If you are interested in registering for the Becoming a Community Journalist Certificate, please check the Cen-
ter for Lifelong Learning’s webpage on the SCCC website at https://www.sussex.edu/community/center-for-lifelong-learning/ for further information about the certificate and how to register. The certificate will be offered in person and online beginning March 18. The in-person workshops will meet 8 consecutive Tuesdays on the SCCC campus. The online version of the certificate course is offered asynchronously and will also be taught by Prof. Conway. Participants should be computer-savvy in order to follow course material and turn in assignments.
For information about the course, you can reach out to Prof. Conway at cconway@sussex.edu and to register please send an email to Tiffany Spear, Assistant Academic Affairs Coordinator at tspear@sussex.edu and she will assist you with registration.
Don’t Miss It!
Morris Knolls HIgh School presents ANYTHING GOES, Music and lyrics by Cole Porter
Performance dates are Thursday, March 13th, Friday March 14th, and Saturday March 15th. All performances are at 7pm.
You can purchase tickets at https://gofan.co/app/ schoolINJ20252. Ticket prices are General $15.00 Student $13.00 (current MK students) Senior $13.00 age 65
Come on out and enjoy an evening of fun and music!
By Richard Mabey Jr.
My father dropped out of high school to join the United States Army Air Corps during the latter part of World War II. During my early high school years, Dad earnestly studied and received his GED. For my father, his ministry, his service to God, was through being a Scoutmaster. In the basement of the old Mabey Homestead, on Dad’s workbench was a tent-folded piece of white cardboard that Dad had written these words upon. “It is better to teach a young boy morals, than to try to rehabilitate a wayward man.” My father believed every word of that sentence.
My father did not speak the King’s English. From time to time, he used the word “ain’t.” He used double negatives in his speech. Dad was a practical man, not pretentious at all, so very down to earth. He worked all so hard, providing home and meals for his family, in his profession as a long-distance truck driver. In many ways, my father was one of the wisest men I have ever known.
In September of 1972, I began my second year of college, studying at County College of Morris. I worked, part time, in
A Story of Two Letters
the Frozen Food Department of the A&P. And, I served as an Assistant Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 170. I remember all so well, it was a tough time for my dear father. One single letter, almost caused Dad to leave scouting.
Mrs. Johnson (I took the liberty of changing her name) was a single mom to her only child, Tommy Johnson. Tommy had so much fun at Summer Camp, during the Summer. He earned his Tenderfoot badge and learned a lot about the ways and wonders of the forest. Mrs. Johnson had visited Troop 170’s campsite that Summer, several times during the week. She wanted to be sure that Tommy was well taken care of.
Tommy had been awarded a Scout Campership that paid for his full week at Summer Camp. It was a program that Troop 170 had to help boys go to Summer Camp, who may not have otherwise been able to attend. While Mrs. Johnson was appreciative of her son receiving a Scout Campership, during her visits she criticized the scout leaders of 170, on how they were running things.
Long story short, in September of 1972, Mrs. Johnson wrote a long letter to the
Chief Executive Scouting Commissioner of the Morris and Sussex Counties Council of the Boy Scouts of America. In her letter, Mrs. Johnson pulled out all the plugs and assaulted my father with a long list of things that he was doing wrong as Scoutmaster. It wasn’t so much that Dad was doing anything wrong, but rather that Mrs. Johnson felt her son should have been better cared for. She didn’t understand that part of the purpose of a scout going to Summer Camp, so that he could learn to stand on his own two feet.
Well, Mrs. Johnson wrote a full page, in her long letter, of all the times that she heard my father use incorrect grammar. This included, Dad using double negatives in a sentence and Heaven forbid, Dad using the word “ain’t” a few times in talking with Mrs. Johnson.
The Chief Executive made a copy of Mrs. Johnson’s letter and gave it to Dad at a Round Table Scouting Education Meeting. He told Dad that he was writing a letter to Mrs. Johnson, as I remember the Chief Scout Executive put it, “to straighten her out about a few things.”
In his letter to Mrs. Johnson, the Chief Scout Executive wrote her that in all of
his many years as a professional scouter, did he ever know a Scoutmaster who was more dedicated than Dad was. In his letter, he wrote of Dad’s many scouting accomplishments, including earning the coveted District Award of Merit and the prestigious Silver Beaver, which is the highest award a volunteer scout leader can receive. The
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My beloved father, in his Scoutmaster’s uniform, at age 45 in April of 1973.
Market Street Mission Executive Director Retires, Honored by Morris County Commissioners
By Megan Roche
David Scott, who served as the Executive Director at Market Street Mission, was recently honored as he retired.
Scott, who served as CEO of the mission for 35, retired in late December. According to a release from Morris County, in his role as CEO, Scott spearheaded significant growth in the Mission’s Emergency Assistance and Life Change Recovery Program, which now serves both residential and non-residential clients.
He also doubled the size of the Morristown facility, expanded the Mission’s reach to the Jersey Shore and Sussex County, enhancing programs that have served tens of thousands annually with meals, shelter and support.
The Mission now provides more than 140,000 meals and 44,000 nights of shelter annually. In recognition of its impact, Newsweek named Market Street Mission one of America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers for the past two years. In 2024, it celebrated the graduation of its 100th Life Change addiction recovery class.
Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen presented Scott with a framed
resolution of honor, highlighting his tenure at the Mission, a community institution providing aid to the homeless, hungry and individuals struggling with addiction since 1889.
“David has dedicated his life to helping others find hope and recovery. His leadership and service has had a profound impact on Morris County,” said Director Selen. “Under his guidance, the Market Street Mission expanded its reach and transformed countless lives, providing hope, support and a path forward for those who needed it most.”
Scott began his career in service as a chaplain’s assistant in the U.S. Army. Before joining the Market Street Mission, he served as superintendent of the Goodwill Home and Rescue Mission in Newark, N.J., and directed the residential treatment program at the Yonkers Gospel Mission.
“Here in Morris County, we are particularly grateful for your partnership with our Human Services Department in meeting critical community needs, especially during the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic,” Selen added.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts in behavioral science and a Master of Arts in counseling
from California State University and is a certified clinical supervisor, a licensed certified alcohol and drug counselor, and a licensed professional counselor.
Scott’s contributions have been recognized nationally, including the dedication of the Mission’s Asbury Park building in his honor and the declaration of Dec. 5, 2024 as “David Scott Day” in Morristown.
Market Street Mission also boasts a thrift store in both the Morris County and Asbury Park locations. The mission maintains a 25,000 square foot industrial center, which
houses the Thrift Store and Warehouse, at the end of George Street off Martin Luther King Avenue. Among the items offered for sale at bargain prices are new and used furniture, clothing, housewares, appliances, sporting goods, office furnishings, and knickknacks. The Thrift Store accepts donations of most items except toys, books, medical equipment, baby furniture and damaged furniture. Donations are tax-deductible, and all proceeds benefit the Mission. To learn more about Market Street Mission and its efforts, visit marketstreet. org.
(l-r) Commissioners John Krickus and Christine Myers, Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen, David Scott, Commissioners Deborah Smith and Thomas Mastrangelo, and Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw.
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Chief Scout Executive also included Dad’s long list of his many services to his church, including being an Instructor to Protestant scouts in their God and Country Award classes.
Sadly, the Chief Scout Executive’s letter only made Mrs. Johnson madder. In the late Fall of 1972, she pulled little Tommy out of scouting. My father was very saddened by this woman’s decision to take her son out of scouts. Tommy was a good boy and my father saw a diamond in the rough in Tommy.
It was sometime, in the mid 1980’s that I saw Tommy in Moe’s Sweet Shop. He looked rough and tough. He was with a few of his friends. Sadly, he used swear words, in talking with his buddies. I remember that Tommy told me that he was out of work, as he puffed on his cigarette and drank his bottle of soda. I asked him what work skills he had, if I knew of anyone hiring. He simply made a joke out my question, telling me “I’m a jack of all trades and master of none.” It made me kind of sad.
I know, in my heart of hearts, that Tommy would have benefited from staying in
scouts. Dad thought very highly of Tommy, despite the scathing letter that this mother wrote about Dad to the Chief Scout Executive. Regarding Mrs. Johnson’s hurtful letter, I remember Dad saying, “a nod is as good as a wink to a blind horse.”
Here’s the secret of the decade. There never was an official Scout Campership. Hidden behind a stack of old rags, on his workbench, Dad had three or four old peanut butter jars. He would put his loose change in these jars. Sometimes, he would put single dollar bills in the jars. That’s where the funding for Troop 170’s Scout Campership came from. Dad saving his pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters from his hard earned paycheck.
Now at 71, I think of Mrs. Johnson and Tommy. I don’t know whatever became of them. I do know this. Sometimes, a parent just needs to let their child stand up on his or her own two feet. And, if they fall, let them pick themselves up and simply carry on.
Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He has had two books published. He hosts a YouTube Channel titled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@gmail.com.
Take a Trip to Mars this Winter at the Longo Planetarium at CCM Visit the Red Planet and Explore Comets, Asteroids and More
The Longo Planetarium at County College of Morris (CCM) is ready to launch visitors into a new, out-of-thisworld experience to Mars now through April 26, 2025. With the power of Digistar 7, the world’s most advanced planetarium system now installed at CCM, the community is invited to explore the fascinating red planet Mars in the night sky in this 45-minute show. Discover the many challenges astronauts face on this voyage, the farthest ever made by humans, and how creativity, communication and collaboration are essential for deep space exploration. “Mars: The Ultimate Voyage” may be seen on select Fridays at 9 p.m. and Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. and is best suited for adults and children ages 8 and up.
Due to the immense popularity, the planetarium’s fall semester showings, “Edge of Darkness” and “One Sky,” will continue to be offered this winter. Narrated by Hayley Atwell (Agent Carter from the Marvel Cinematic Universe), “Edge of Darkness” explores comets, asteroids and Pluto. This 45-minute show is offered on select Saturdays at 5 p.m. and is recommended for adults and children ages 8 and up. “One
Sky,” a great introduction to the night sky for young children ages 6 and up, is an international collaboration of short films. This 40-minute show is offered on select Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 2 p.m.
The award-winning visual journey, “Mesmerica,” bringing music by Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist James Hood, continues to be shown for adults on select dates.
For more information, including trailers plus ticketing information, visit the Longo Planetarium website at www.ccm.edu/ meet-ccm/longo-planetarium/. Tickets for all shows are $10 per person. Online reservations are strongly encouraged, as limited tickets will be available for cash purchase at the door. For safety reasons, all shows start promptly at the time indicated. For inclement winter weather closings, call (973) 3285580.
The Longo Planetarium is located on CCM’s campus, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. The planetarium is located in Cohen Hall Room 207. The closest parking lot is lot 7. Follow the planetarium signs to Cohen Hall located at the center of campus. About Longo Planetarium
Since 1973, the state-of-the-art Longo Planetarium at CCM has been inspiring curiosity and bringing the universe to northern New Jersey in an immersive theater experience. The newly upgraded Digistar 7 planetarium system is dedicated to displaying thousands of stars, the planets, the Moon and beyond onto a 33-foot diameter dome. Shows are available for the public to attend; school and scout groups can be scheduled in advance. Questions may be emailed to planetariuminfo@ccm.edu.
“Mars: The Ultimate Voyage,” the newest show at the Longo Planetarium at CCM.
Square Acre Studio Selected To Create Comprehensive Landscape Plan
The Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center (WAMMC) is pleased to announce that Tom Salaki, Principal of Square Acre Studio, has been selected to create the Comprehensive Plan for the Landscape Design for Wildfair, the site of Mansion in May 2025. Tom Salaki brings his expertise to develop the comprehensive plan that will enable many prominent landscape design firms to transform the grounds of this Chester Township, New Jersey country estate.
For Mansion in May 2025, Tom Salaki’s comprehensive plan includes delineating the landscape design spaces for the garden tour and helping develop the logistics plan for important operational needs which are invaluable to the success of the event.
Square Acre Studio will be creating a plan that will not only highlight the designs of each space but also encourage access to each space in a seamless manner through coordinated wayfinding and pathways. This is a key component to every successful Mansion comprehensive landscape plan.
Michelle Meszaros, Co-Chair, Mansion in May Landscape Design Committee, said, “We are grateful for Tom’s participation in four Mansion in May projects and for his generous contributions in creating the comprehensive landscape plan for our 2020
Mansion in May at Tyvan Hill. We are, once again, looking forward to working with him on our upcoming Mansion in May at Wildfair. The completed gardens will showcase the beauty of this elegant country estate and make the grounds a ‘must see’ visitor experience.”
“Like many of the past Mansions, this location is as much about the architecture as it is the land. said Tom Salaki, Principal, Square Acre Studio. “You really can’t fully enjoy one without the other. It has a sophisticated rural character that sets it apart from past Mansions, and this will provide the design teams an opportunity to display a wide variety of design esthetics.”
Mansion in May 2025 will also host an Afternoon Tea and Garden Insights event at Wildfair on May 7 featuring a lecture by Tom Salaki of Square Acre Studio on the economic and environmentally sustainable solutions to gardening. For more information and tickets visit www.mansioninmay.org/specialevents.
Mansion in May is the preeminent designer showhouse and gardens in the New Jersey-New York area, attracting over 22,000 visitors. Wildfair will be open to the public for Mansion in May from May 1 to May 31, 2025 and funds raised will support the new Proton Therapy Center at Morristown
Medical Center. Private tour and general admission tickets are available online. For more information about Mansion in May 2025, please visit the website at www. mansioninmay.org.
ABOUT THE WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION FOR MORRISTOWN MEDICAL CENTER
Established in March 1893, the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center (WAMMC) has been pivotal in providing financial support to the hospital, part of the Atlantic Health System. With over 450 dedicated volunteers, WAMMC hosts numerous fundraising events highlighted
by the Mansion in May. The association also manages The Corner Gift Shops at the hospital, The Bargain Box, a Thrift Boutique, and Calling All Kids Storytime Network®, an innovative in-house family television service for young patients. As the volunteer fundraising arm of the Foundation for Morristown Medical Center, WAMMC provides support for capital modernization and expansion, pioneering clinical programs, breakthrough research and ongoing clinical education, contributing over $32 million to date. For more information, visit http:// www.wammc.org.
LtoR: Judith Otterman, Co-Chair, Landscape Design Committee; Elizabeth Fontaine, Landscape Designer, Square Acre Studio.; Tom Salaki, Principal, Square Acre Studio; Michelle Meszaros, Co-Chair, Landscape Design Committee; Mary Murphy, Co-Chair, Landscape Design Committee
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DENVILLE SEAFOOD
Ingredients:
1 pound large shrimp (16 to 20) cleaned and deveined
1 cup diced tomatoes
¼ stick butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
Preparation:
Shrimp Adam
2 tablespoons sherry or red wine
2 tablespoons fresh basil (torn into small pieces)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
Rinse shrimp and set aside. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. When the butter is melted. Add the garlic and tomatoes and cook for about 3 minutes. Increase the heat to medium, add the shrimp, sherry, salt and pepper. Stir and cover for 3 minutes. Add the basil, stir and cover for 2 more minutes until the shrimp are rm. Serve over pasta.
Serves 2 to 4
