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BY HENRY M. HOLDEN STAFF WRITER EAST HANOVER - The East Hanover Community Partnership (EHCP) is all about building healthy business relations. A group of local business owners oversee the township’s Special Improvement District (SID), providing a safe and attractive town to shop and live in. On Wednesday, June 14, 2017, the EHCP hosted their first Evening of Appreciation and Networking for small businesses in East Hanover. Local business owners from across the area came out to meet one another and receive the appreciation of the township for all they do. The township had noticed the business growth and expansion was slow. They decided to work to improve the community’s quality of business life. According to Artie Dorey, the president of the East Hanover Community Partnership, “The chapter started in 2007, but the Community Partnership began 10 years ago to help improve the quality of business life.” One way of doing so was with these appreciation and networking nights. Last May 31, the East Ha-

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East Hanover Community Partnership – Building Connections nover Community Partnership hosted a networking reception to celebrate the East Hanover Business Community. In attendance were over 40 business owners and associates, town officials, and the EHCP Board of Directors. The event highlighted SID projects, new businesses, and businesses that have made an impact on the community in recent years. Three Beautification Awards were presented to the Coccia Real Estate Group, Vespucci’s Marketplace, and Centre Plaza, Appreciation Awards went to Caravella Demolition and Powerhouse Studios. The awards were presented to the recipient’s for “their constant support and dedication to our community.” Unlike other NJ Special Improvement Districts, East Hanover is unique in that every commercial property is included in the Partnership, where other districts are address specific. On July 25 through July 31, 2022, the EHCP sponsored their first “East Hanover Business Week” to drive business to the local establishments. According to Dorey, East Ha-

nover has “a wealth of businesses including Salons, Fitness Facilities, Home Services, Health Services, Professional Services, Automotive Services, Pet Services, and the vibrant Restaurants and Retail Shops.” Participating businesses offered their customers an incentive, something special over the course of the week such as a discount, complimentary item, or a free consultation. “When the Partnership sponsors an event that supports our businesses and provides a benefit to the customers at the same time, it’s a win for everyone.” said Dorey. “Every day the EHCP works to increase the economic, physical, social, and civic value of the township’s business by attracting people to shop and locate their business here,” said Dorey. “Some of the more recognizable improvements the EHCP has implemented are beautiful streetscapes along Ridgedale Avenue which feature seasonal décor such as floral baskets in the summer and holiday décor in the winter,” said Dorey. “The beautification of Eagle Rock Avenue’s office park and

retail section, and expansion of crosswalks and solar powered safety signage areas are some of the improvements.” The EHCP invests in many marketing tools such as a website, digital ads, extensive social media sharing in Face Book, Twitter, now called X, Instant gram and more. Last month, members of the EHCP invited business owners to a developmental seminar at Hanover Manor. Along with a cocktail reception, presenters included, Mathew Abraham, Program Manager; Community Development for the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, Robin Preisler, Director of Business Development, Mayor Joseph

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Historical Society of Florham Park 2023-2024 Programs FLORHAM PARK - Historian, Author and “History Teachers Talking Podcast” host, Peter Zablocki presented his book “Bullets That Changed America”. He dove into the events of several of the 13 stories in his book when a single bullet served as the catalyst of acts that are etched in American history. Some of which were small mistakes or misjudgments while others were intentional acts.

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Among the good-sized audience were special guests Marie Anzalone, who recently turned 107 years young, and good friend Marie White, both interested in continually learning. Last year, Mr. Zablocki gave a presentation about The 1788 Morristown Ghost Hoax: The Search for Lost Revolutionary War Treasure. This year, in addition to his Bullets That Changed America book,

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interest and fast track finance options, training initiatives and forums and an overall insight to the opportunities the New Jersey Economic Development Authority NJEDA offers to the New Jersey business community.” When you attend one of their events, it’s evident that the EHCP strives to be a major support to the East Hanover PLEASE SEE COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP, PAGE 2

Ray Kroc Award For Outstanding Service at McDonald’s Goes to Florham Park Manager

BY JEFF GARRETT STAFF WRITER

FLORHAM PARK – Kudos and accolades in winning the prestigious Ray Kroc Award happened recently to Julie Incorvaia, a General Leader of the McDonald’s at 1776 Columbia Turnpike. She received the award late last summer. The award goes to McDonald’s managers worldwide which show the highest caliber of management and dedication to the fast food chain. The road has been long but rewarding for Incorvaia who started working at McDonald’s close to 30 years ago. In her time with McDonald’s, she strives to provide excellent customer service, putting together customer recovery systems and making sure she staff she oversees delivers exemplary service in all phases of the dining experience. Where she seemed to excel beyond day-to-day operations at the facility in Florham Park was in elevating business growth through recognizable sales and in drawing high customer satisfaction reviews. All this while forming partnerships strategically with local businesses and non-profit organizations. Local schools joining with Incorvaia’s McDonald’s for fundraisers have also helped the restaurant shine. Incorvaia was one of nearly 400 managers selected to receive the Ray Kroc Award, one created In memory of Kroc who purchased the fast food

company from the McDonald’s brothers in 1961 and became its CEO from 1961 until 1973. Kroc, a pioneer of sorts, made the restaurant chain the most successful corporation in the world in revenue. Incorvaia, who worked her way up from crew member to General Leader of the Florham Park store was surprised to receive the award which she received on Aug. 24, 2023. She told media sources then that it was a great honor to work along caring and committed co-workers and managers. McDonald’s Owner Chris Cottrell who presented Incorvaia with the award had nothing but respect and praise for her decades of service to the restaurant saying she elevated customer service and created a great atmosphere for the staff at the Florham Park facility. The award comes with perks as Incorvaia’s achievement even got her a trip abroad. The manager earned the chance to attend the McDonald’s Worldwide Convention in Barcelona, Spain as well as receiving trophy and cash. All of this, just for coming to work every day for 28 years and trying to improve a well-established restaurant name in the community. Another McDonald’s manager, Esmeralda Aquino, a General Manager of the restaurant at 600 Georges Road in North Brunswick won the 2023 Ray Kroc Award as well.

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creator, Andy Breckman, says that he hopes to follow it up with another movie someday. “A Monk Movie” premieres Dec. 8 on Peacock. *** Q: Is it true that Michael Caine is retiring from acting? What was his final movie? -B.N. A:Yes, the acclaimed twotime Oscar winner Michael Caine is now 90 years old and is done accepting roles. He’s starred in more than 100 films and wants to end his career on a high note, having earned great reviews for his current and final film “The Great Escaper.” In the movie, he plays a nursing home resident who breaks out to attend the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings at Normandy. However, Caine isn’t done exploring art. He’s written his first work of fiction, a thriller

“Five Nights at Freddy’s” (PG-13) -- Based on the video game franchise of the same name, this horror film follows security guard Mike Schmidt (Josh Hutcherson) as he starts working the night shift at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. Abby, Mike’s little sister, is in his care and accompanies him to the abandoned family fun center, where she soon discovers a few animatronics that all seem to have a mind of their own. Although a local police officer (Elizabeth Lail) comes around to warn him of Freddy’s sinister past, it’s only a matter of time before Mike and Abby find out for themselves. You won’t look at a Chuck E. Cheese the same after this. Premieres Oct. 27.

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pearances by Alex Wolff, Jim Gaffigan and Alex Moffat. Premieres Oct. 27. (Hulu) “Surrounded” (R) -- “Black Panther’s” Letitia Wright plays Moses “Mo” Washington, a female Buffalo soldier disguised as a man on a treacherous ride west in search of a gold mine after serving in the Civil War. When the stagecoach that Mo is smuggled on gets ambushed by thieves, she narrowly escapes death. But after deputies of the sheriff arrive at the scene, Mo is forced to stand guard for one of the thieves -- legendary outlaw Tommy Walsh (Jamie Bell) -- until they return with the sheriff. Knowing that other bandits from Tommy’s gang are riding in search of him,

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NJ Starz: Ellie Baker Hometown: Long Valley

AREA - Pinch Long Valley’s Ellie Baker and tell her that what is happening is real! Her first, professional theater role is as the female lead of Vivian Ward in the national tour of Pretty Woman: The Musical. Baker said, “I feel very lucky that I am goofy in the same way as Vivian is, so I feel like there is a lot of myself in the Vivian that I play on stage. So, I don’t lose so much of myself when I step on that stage, so there isn’t much to recoup

when I get off.” Baker was raised in Long Valley. Her parents divorced when she was young but remained friends, and both remarried and moved to Long Valley. “I had my whole family with me in the same town, and I didn’t have to switch schools, so I grew up starting in first grade in Long Valley. It was just such a beautiful, calm place to grow up. When I tell people I’m from New Jersey, I have to explain, ‘I am from the farm part of New Jersey.’

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cold feet, and said to myself, ‘I am not going to audition in college. I want to do theater, but I can do it after I graduate with a real degree.’ But they did have a theater program there and everybody in the program is so very talented, but it is not catered to performers in a way that I would have liked. For instance, I did a musical there - the first musical that college had done three years - and it was a student run musical.” Although Baker said the teachers and students were fantastic, she was not progressing beyond what she he had learned in theater thus far in her life up to that point. Back in Long Valley, she sat down with her parents and explained her dilemma. Baker said, “They helped me through college, and I know that they would have helped me do anything because they love me endlessly, but I wanted their permission. I sat them down and told them I wanted to transfer, wanted to pursue theatre – I wanted to do this.” Her parents gave her their blessing, and she was next on her way to Marymount Manhattan College. For Baker, it would be a wonderful three years. “I said, ‘Theater...the city... let’s do this!’” Baker recalled. “It was the best decision I ever made. I learned so much, and so many of the teachers are people that I will hold in my heart forever. My closest friends came from there, and I am still best friends with them today. It was just such a lovely, lovely experience, and I hate that I was gypped a year and a semester because of COVID-19, but I would not trade it for the world.” While at Marymount Manhattan College, she starred in Bring It On: The Musical, Parade, and Les Miserables, and it has all led up to her current role in Pretty Woman: The Musical, reprising the role Julia Roberts played in 1990 motion picture. Baker lauded a few Marymount folks whose help was immense. “If I had to think of a few top names from college, it would specifically be my directors from Bring It On, Emily Clark and Christine Riley,” she said. “They cast me as lead and they worked endlessly with me, even just building up my

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confidence. They both came to see a New Brunswick (Pretty Woman: The Musical) show. Emily brought her two little children, and Christine came all by herself and sat in the rain and waited for me at the stage door. They are such wonderful, wonderful people.” Baker said of Pretty Woman: The Musical, “It is a little mind boggling because this is my first professional theater gig. I feel like I dove headfirst into the deep end. It took a few weeks during the rehearsal process to finally kind of slap some sense into me and tell myself, ‘Stop talking down to yourself.’ I would get so in my head. I had not done this before. It took a few weeks for me to realize that they cast me for a reason, put me here for a reason, that I was still in rehearsals for a reason. I then finally started to find that groove in the character.” Opening night on October 2 in Utica, New York, according to Baker was exhilarating. “Right before going on stage, I was doing jumping jacks and push-ups backstage, just trying to exert some sort of energy. I was just pacing because I was so nervous. And then once we started doing the show, I realized I had been doing this over and over and over again, but now there are people sitting in the seats. That was the only difference.” Baker’s birth parents are Valarie and Evan, her four siblings are Justin, Kevin, Grace, and Grant, and her stepparents are Kevin, Sr. And Tracey. All the above-mentioned have

supported her theater career, and she also credits Andrew Pelletier, a wealth management advisor for Barnum Financial Group, for whom she was working prior to getting the current role. Baker said, “He is one of the reasons why I am able to do this. He took a chance on me, and he knew that I was an actor and involved with theater. Anytime I had an audition or had to film something, he understood. He was always such a huge supporter, and then as soon as I got my role, he bought his tickets, and he came to see the show. He and my other co-workers came, they are just so kind.” Pretty Woman: The Musical will conclude its run in Scranton, Pennsylvania on May 19, 2024. Baker knows that her boyfriend, Joe (a fellow performer, by the way), who in her words is the “best person I have ever met,” will be there by her side. When asked if he will have to hold her if she tears up after curtain closing on the final show, she said, “Honestly, probably.” Baker, who turned 26 on November 18, is definitive when asked to describe her life at this moment. “I think this role has done everything for me. The production team that took a chance on me - they changed my life. My life will never be the same again after this. I can never say I did not make it in the industry, because look at where I am. I think this show changed what I believed I could do. It challenged me and pushed me.”

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BY HENRY M. HOLDEN STAFF WRITER AREA - This is my letter to the world that never wrote to me.” Emily Dickinson Ever since the first humans walked upright, we have felt compelled to make statements about our existence and individuality. It started with a cave dweller scratching on the wall of a cave. We got better at it over the centuries, but most of us still don’t do it as well as Emily Dickinson. We see social and political statements on walls and vehicle bumpers everywhere. The price to the errant scribe is a few bucks for the spray paint or the bumper sticker. In over the years, we have also seen a new communication media open to anyone with a vehicle. The vehicle tag (or license plate) was not meant to be a means of social communication, but bureaucrats in our state governments have set in place an outlet for some creative urges. The personalized vehicle tag is more expensive than a can of spray paint, and it requires a lot more creativity. The “vanity plate” as some call it, limits the statements to six or seven alpha-numeric characters.

Reruns of TV shows such as “The Dukes of Hazard,” and “LA Law,” made millions of people aware of the linguistic possibilities of that little piece of aluminum. Today, urges to create personal statements run the gamut from simple initials, and nicknames, to borderline obscenities. And yes, there is someone in Trenton who reviews every vanity plate request to make sure it does not cross that imaginary threshold of scandalous material. I began to notice vehicle tags when I purchased HMH33 for my new vehicle. I could not get number one because in those days Hugh M. Heffner (of Playboy fame) was outfitting his fleet with HMH- - -. Over the next few years, I would randomly photograph interesting vehicle tags. In the process I discovered there are many creative people in New Jersey, and they have a surprising number of six- and seven-letter number combinations that represent sentences, and almost complete thoughts. You will find imperative and interrogative statements, verbs, adjectives, even adverbs, pro-

nouns, and unlikely prepositions, spelling out messages to the world that never wrote to them. Many show a surprising level of creativity, and manipulation of language. Some are downright ingenious. When you travel the highways of New Jersey, you will undoubtedly see what I mean. Here’s a starter. PNOPLAR. You just get one hint. It’s a person activity. Now here is my story. I started out BORNFRE, and I am a K9LVR. In my spare time I am a HMNSPTR. Did I mention I have SONS X2, and they have a NO1 MOM? I have a neighbor who has 9KIDS, but SHHH, we can’t tell GUMPA. We also have a KID DDS, and a KIDS MD. As a result, I regularly get an RX BILL and sometimes I must see a FOOTDOK, and a SHRNK. I need a REHB DR after seeing their bills. I have several Marine buddies but one of them cannot spell SEMR FI. My LOVLY and 1N ONLY wife is also my ALURING VLNTYN. I am an author but apparently not the number

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dence. The barracks originally was constructed for use as winter quarters during the French and Indian War in 1758 and later used to house British soldiers in the Revolutionary War. An addition was put onto the building in 1759. Four other barracks were built in New

Jersey as well but the one in Trenton is the only one left standing. As events unfolded, British prisoners of war were then held in the Officers’ House while up to four companies of the Second New Jersey regiment of the Continental Line were raised at the building. During the war, the Continental Army used the Barracks as a spot to receive inoculations against diseases and will be forever connected the famous in the Battle of Princeton and Battle of Trenton which was won by George Washington’s troops. It has been a museum for over a century now and was pur-

chased by an alliance between Daughters of American Revolution and the Colonial Dames at the start of the 20th Century. But before this occurred, some of the Barracks were obliterated in order to lengthen Front Street to State House. These two structures were able to survive by becoming apart of the Trenton landscape and becoming home to groups such as The Indigent Widows’ and Single Women’s Home Society of Trenton as well as the home of the first mayor of Trenton and served as a boarding school. Aside from the DAR and Dames association purchasing the Barracks they decided to

market parking lot. I’m sure you’ll find several vanity tags there. What do they say about their owners? Do they represent an effective form of communication, perhaps a higher form of intelligence, or simply a more developed ego? Is the owner’s thought process more sophisticated? Does it show you the creative potential of language? Why don’t you try it? With-

in the space of six or seven letters and numbers, create a statement that accurately describes yourself, your lifestyle, or your fantasy. Limit yourself to the vehicles registered in your name. I came up with AUTHOR. I’ll leave you with a question: UBD JUDG of HU DID IT? SEUL8R.

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AREA - If you’re looking for a fun day trip to learn about the Revolutionary War, just head to the Old Barracks at the state capital. The Old Barracks Museum is unique for preserving the history of a structure which served several purposes during America’s war for indepen-

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AREA - On Saturday, October 14, 2023 the Township of Morris Department of Parks and Recreation and the Morris Township Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee dedicated its full-size baseball field at Frelinghuysen Park in honor of long-time community athletics volunteer, coach, and local businessman Milt Goldband. The field dedication ceremony took place at the park located off Columbia Road in Morris Township. The ceremony was followed by a baseball game featuring local fall-ball players from Locked-In Baseball. Milton “Milt” Goldband devoted almost 40 years of his life to serving the greater Morristown and Morris Township community. He happily and wholeheartedly gave his time to serving many of our area’s nonprofits, with an especially devoted focus on helping the community youth through athletics. He has been referred to as a legendary volunteer who developed the character of our area’s youth, organizing and coaching a diverse group of baseball and basketball athletes from the ages of 8 to 18. Mr. Goldband’s highly regarded volunteer athletic career began in 1963 coaching Little League for four years. Initially, his motivation was to be there for his son, but he found such satisfaction touching so many young lives that it became his passion, and he continued volunteering in athletics for 35+ years. His Morristown teams drew players from numerous high schools including Morristown, Bayley Ellard, Delbarton, Parsippany Hills, and others. • In 1967 Milt transitioned to Babe Ruth League coach for fifteen years. • Eight of those years he was President of the Morristown Babe Ruth League. • In the 10-year period between 1966 and 1975, his Morristown Babe Ruth teams won

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• Assisted triathlon competitors • Mayo Performing Arts Center volunteer from 2009 To 2015 • Awarded Volunteer of the Year • Theatre seat named for him

and his wife, Eve, who raised 10’s of thousands of dollars for the theatre • Beth Israel Cemetery Board of Directors for twenty-two years • Morristown Jewish Center Board of Directors for four

years We are proud to dedicate Morris Township’s Frelinghuysen Park Senior Baseball Field in honor of our community’s legendary youth and community volunteer Milt Goldband.

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BY RICHARD MABEY, JR. GUEST WRITER AREA - There are moments in a person’s life that leave an incredible, indelible mark upon one’s heart and mind. A moment that so deeply moves a person’s heart that it is ingrained deep within the fibers and chambers of the human heart. Such a moment came to my life in the early morning of the Thanksgiving of 1968. I was 15 years old and in my sophomore year at Boonton High School. This was to be the first Thanksgiving without the blessing of the presence of my grandfather, Watson Mabey. For the good Lord had called him Home to Heaven’s Gate, in May of that year. It had been a particularly tough time for my dear father. Dad and Grandpa had worked together for years, at their small trucking compa-

A Thanksgiving Story ny, based in Paterson. There was a sullen ache deep within my father’s heart. Dad missed his father all so very much. I remember the Thanksgiving Morning of 1968, like it was yesterday. My father was unusually quiet. There was an unspoken sadness in the Mabey Homestead. Grandma, Mom and my sister Patti had already begun making apple and pumpkin pies. Dad had just put the turkey in the oven. There was a long-standing tradition in our family. On Thanksgiving Morning, Dad would securely placed the turkey in the oven. Then, Grandpa, Dad and I would walk the forest path to the old Morris Canal. Specifically to the foundation of the historic Mabey Homestead that was located along the canal path, just a few

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Incline Plane Ten East. I remember as a kid, your Uncle Carl and I used to run through the old plane house, after they closed up the canal,” Dad told me, with almost a cry in his voice. “I miss him, I miss Grandpa,” I told my father. “It’s been over six months since he passed away. I still miss him, I still miss him so very much,” my Dad said to me, holding back his tears. And then my father cried. It was one of the very few times that I ever saw my dear father cry. None of us know the day nor the time, when the good Lord will call us Home to Heaven’s Gate. None of us. Not even

the wealthiest person among us, knows not the time, nor the place. Life is short. Painfully short. Love one another. Accept the faults of others. Gossip not. Help one another. Help the poor. Give a nod and a smile to a stranger. Forgive, forgive and forgive others who have done you wrong. Hate nobody. Give love out to those who talk wrong of you. For truly, love is the key. Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He hosts a YouTube Channel titled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” Richard most recently published a book of poetry and short stories. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@ hotmail.com.

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changed our understanding of the universe forever. Since that time, telescopes have made it possible for us to explore our universe and discover amazing things. Such as how telescopes work, but also unveils some of the discoveries made possible by the telescope — a tool originally made of a metal tube and two small pieces of glass. The field of astronomy was about to take a major leap upward, with the invention of the telescope.

The first astronomical use of the telescope was the Italian scientist Galileo Galilei who designed and built his own. He turned his telescope toward Jupiter, the Moon, and Venus in 1610. Galileo became the first person to look at the sky through a telescope and record his findings. What he saw changed our understanding of the universe forever. Since that time, telescopes have made it possible for us to explore our universe

and discover amazing things. Such as how telescopes work, but also unveils some of the discoveries made possible by the telescope — a tool originally made of a metal tube and two small pieces of glass. “The pandemic shut most of the academic calendar down,” said Kevin Conod, County College of Morris (CCM) school’s planetarium astronomer. “In June of 2022, we rePLEASE SEE SPACE HAS NO LIMITS, PAGE 7

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Thanksgiving Facts... FROM PAGE 5 largely tied to the 17th century settlers, the National Parks Service says in 1565 Spanish settlers in St. Augustine (now Florida) celebrated by having a meal to which they invited the native Seloy tribe. The Spanish served pork stew, sea biscuits, red wine, and garbanzo beans. Some say the Seloy contributed turkey, venison and maize. 7. Thanksgiving didn’t become a civic holiday until Abraham Lincoln made it one after the Civil War tragedy. Thanksgiving was declared a national holiday on October 20, 1864. 8. The Pilgrims did not refer to themselves as “pilgrims.”

They used the word “separatists” as they were separating themselves from a larger belief system. 9. In addition to Canada and the United States, Grenada, Liberia, the Philippines, Saint Lucia, and the Netherlands celebrate their own versions of Thanksgiving. 10. Each year, the American president “pardons” a turkey from slaughter on Thanksgiving. This tradition dates back to when Abraham Lincoln’s son was upset that his family’s turkey that was going to be killed for Thanksgiving dinner. 11. According to the U.S. Calorie Control Council (CCC), an average Ameri-

maker, in the Netherlands, in 1608, was the first person to apply for a patent on a telescope. Galileo Galilei became the first person to look at the sky through a telescope and record his findings. What he saw

can may consume 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat on Thanksgiving Day. 12. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is an annual tradition. People line the parade route in New York City or tune in to watch the parade on television. It originated in 1924 and the famed balloons were added in 1927. 13. Apple pie is the pie of choice for Thanksgiving, even though pumpkin pie is prevalent this time of year. Thanksgiving is a popular holiday in Canada and the U.S. Many traditions have been borne of the holiday, and it is a favorite time of year for many people.

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When Surgery Is Required

BY RICHARD MABEY, JR. GUEST WRITER

AREA - I have always tried to live a healthy life. I have been under chiropractic care since the age of 19. I have never smoked cigarettes, partaken in illegal drugs, nor drank alcoholic beverages. I have done my absolute best to eat organic fruits and vegetables. I take a good number of supplements of vitamins, herbs and minerals. Yet, despite all of that, my Cardiologist has told me that I am faced with having severe Aortic Stenosis. There is no magic pill for AS. No elixer, no prescription. There is one thing that will help a person with AS, and that is to have the Aortic Valve replaced. When you’re faced with that fact, it’s a rather hard pill to swallow. There are stages that a person goes through. And, they include a certain time period of feeling sorry for oneself, the old “why me?” questioning. Sadly, there is even a time period of feeling a bit angry about it all. And, then comes acceptance. That is about where I am now. I was thinking a lot about what words of comfort I could share with anyone who is facing serious surgery. First and foremost is to pray. Secondly, read the holy writings of your faith or spiritual path, alone and

Yours truly with my dear, departed friend, Bailey.

in a quiet place. And thirdly, mentally prepare for surgery. I have found great solace in going through old pictures. Both, my old fashioned print pictures in my photo albums and my collection of digital pictures stored on my laptop. Pictures can bring joy to one’s heart, a certain comfort, a kind of reflection of different eras of one’s life. Another thing of great therapeutic value is to keep a journal of your feelings. Writing it down on paper will help you sort out your anxieties, fears and inward insecurities. You’ll soon see a pattern that will give you a greater understanding of what you are going through inwardly. And of course, talk about

your feelings with a trusted friend, a spiritual or religious leader, or an endearing relative. Be honest with yourself. At all costs, avoid heroic talk. Even Batman has to take off his cape and cowl at some point in time and become vulnerable Bruce Wayne. And one more thing to do, is to write letters of kindness and appreciation to old friends and dear relatives. It is a most wonderful release of kindness and love. Let people know how they have touched your life in a positive way. And, last but not least, inwardly and outwardly forgive the people who have done you wrong. Grudges can fester in the heart, mind and soul of a person. Bad feelings hold no

true purpose in spiritual unfoldment. Imagine that you are holding a rock. Inside that rock are all the wrongs ever done to you, by a large number of people. Further imagine that you are standing by a strong flowing river. You give the rock one last squeeze, in the palm of your hand, and then you throw the rock into the river with all your might and strength. And all your feelings of resentment

toward all the people who have done you wrong, over the years, are now lying on the bottom of the raging river. Gone from you, forever. And above all, know that God loves you more than you will ever know. Life isn’t always fair. But please know this. You were put upon this earth for a purpose. Find your purpose, your ministry, your unique mission in life. Be strong, be brave and be courageous. Hold your

head up high and keep a stiff upper lift. Pray, pray and pray for God to give you the wherewithal and strength to face your surgery with an ever most positive energy. Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He hosts a YouTube Channel titled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” Richard most recently published a book of poetry and short stories. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@ hotmail.com.

FROM PAGE 6 opened to the public, and soon after that, we opened it to school groups and local scout groups coming back into the stream. Since 1973, the Longo Planetarium has been bringing stars and glimpses of planets to Northern New Jersey at the CCM Longo Planetarium. Are you curious about the quest for extrasolar worlds, and how the telescope opened the universe and other wonders related to the cosmos? Then, you’ll want to make space on your calendar for the latest schedule of “sky” shows. “Two Small Pieces of Glass” is a full-dome planetarium show tells the story of how the first basic telescopes were constructed and used, allowing humans to gaze out further into the Universe than ever before. The history of this invention will take viewers right through to the modern day, where current telescopes are making groundbreaking discoveries almost daily. “The program “Forward the Moon” launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore and return astronauts to the surface of the Moon. Using innovative technologies to explore more of the lunar surface than ever before, NASA uses what they learn on and around the Moon to take the next giant leap: sending the first astronauts to Mars. “Invaders of Mars” highlights the ongoing exploration of the red planet, “We explore the Martian surface as seen by Earth’s various spacecraft “invaders” and use the data gathered to explore the planet,” said Conod. “We fly over the great chasms, canyons, and

volcanoes, and descend amid the ice of a Martian polar cap where we are buffeted by swirling dust devils. Blinded by the planet-wide storms which engulf this world from time to time we emerge to discover something new. “You can explore the Universe from the Earth and other planets in our Solar System to galaxies and beyond,” said Conod. The Digistar projection system can display thousands of stars, planets, and the Moon onto a 33-foot diameter domed ceiling. All are welcome to attend the public programs; schools, camp and scout groups can be scheduled in advance. “Our spring schedule features the public programs on the 2nd and 4th weekends of the month,” said Conod. February through April includes “From Earth to Universe” and two new shows, “Out There: The Quest for Extrasolar Worlds” and “Amazing Telescope: Two Small Pieces of Glass.” “Programs come from other sharing planetariums, NASA, and a variety of sources small groups. The moon is only available to school groups currently. We have a small variety of shows that are available to school groups, and other planetariums that share their material. “We just started a program called Star Tales. It’s running as a public program story about the nighttime sky. “Sunstruck takes us on a journey to discover the wonders of our magnificent sun. Its incredible energy has supported life on Earth for millennia, but it can also threaten our technology and way of life. We explore its structure; energy source and how solar activity can create the beautiful Northern Lights. Then we travel to the distant future to discover our sun’s connection to the universe’s cosmic cycle of life and death! Sunstruck was produced by the Michigan Science Center with support from a NASA grant. This 45-minute show is

appropriate for adults and kids ages 8+ and includes a tour of the night sky and planets. Planetarium shows run Fridays at 7 and 8:15 p.m. and Saturdays at 2:30, 4 and 5:30 p.m. Tickets for all shows are $10 per person and can be purchased online at https://bookstore.ccm.edu/longo-planetarium-ccm/. Online reservations are strongly encouraged; limited tickets will be available for purchase at the door. All programs start promptly at the times indicated. For your safety, guests will not be admitted or readmitted to the Planetarium theater once the lights are off, so make sure to arrive early and plan for any unexpected delays in travel and parking! Tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged. See Public Shows on the website for a list of current programs and to purchase tickets. At the Longo Planetarium most shows are limited to 74 people. You must provide an accurate headcount including all students, teachers, nurses, adults, and chaperones in your group. Overbooking is specifically prohibited. Keep in mind if you exceed the limit, under no circumstances will chairs be added or sitting on the floor be permitted (which obstructs aisles and is a violation of fire safety codes). “A lot of people have been here before ,but not recently. When they come back, they are very pleasantly surprised that it is just as cool as when they were kids. “We are very happy to see that that attitude has continued here at the college,” said Conod. The Longo Planetarium is located on CCM’s campus, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. The planetarium is in Cohen Hall Room 207. The closest parking lots are 6 and 7. Follow the brown and white signs to Cohen Hall located at the center of campus. It is about a five-minute (uphill) walk from the parking lot to the planetarium.

If you think you’re seeing more moustaches lingering over mens’ upper lips as November unfolds, chances are your eyes are not deceiving you. November has long been synonymous with Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season, but it’s also taken on a whole new persona in recent years, and moustaches are a significant part of that new identity. Arguably as popular as ever, Movember® is a public health-focused effort designed to raise awareness of and support research into men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer and suicide. Men who participate in Movember typically begin growing moustaches on November 1 and keep them throughout the month. The origins of Movember can be traced to 2003, when two men in Australia, Travis Garone and Luke Slattery, met for a beer in Melbourne. At that point in time, the popularity of moustaches had waned, but Garone and Slattery joked about restoring the stache to its once-lofty status. At the time, a friend’s mother was fundraising for breast cancer, and Garone and Slattery were inspired to combine their efforts to bring back the moustache with efforts to raise awareness about men’s health and prostate cancer. In

a testament to the two friends’ skills in the art of persuasion, they were able to find 30 men willing to take up the challenge to grow a moustache. Those who accepted the challenge agreed to follow the rules of Movember, which included paying $10 to grow a moustache. That initial campaign generated significant enthusiasm among the initial participants, so the following year a decision was made to formalize their efforts and officially support a worthy cause related to men’s health. After some research, prostate cancer was chosen as the issue to formally support. The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, though not an official men’s health partner of Movember, agreed to accept any funds generated by the 2004 campaign. By that time, 450 men, including some in Spain and the United Kingdom, had agreed to take part, ultimately raising more than AUD $50,000. Nearly 20 years later, the moustachioed movement to raise awareness about various men’s health issues is still going strong, having funded more than 1,250 men’s health projects since its inception. Individuals interested in learning more about Movember can visit us.movember.com.

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