Refuge Youth of Mountaintop Church Embraces Four Pillars of Ministry
By Steve Sears
When the Refuge Youth Ministry of Hackettstown’s
Mountaintop Church meets on Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., everything the members do involves four pillars of ministry.
Reverend Kody Vagle, now in his 15th year as Next Generation Pastor of Mountaintop Church, said of the first three pillars, “We start with an icebreaker game
to connect our students and build community. We then transition into a worship service, where our studentled worship band will lead our youth group in a few worship and praise songs.
The growth portion of the service is the teaching of the word.”
Refuge Youth, a local ministry for any middle and high school student from grades 6-12, has been at the church for almost 20 years, and is a part of
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As for the fourth pillar, Refuge Youth incorporates some sort of outreach opportunity, and currently sponsors two student-led Youth Alive high school Bible Clubs at both Hackettstown High School and Mount Olive High School. The Mount Olive group meets every Thursday during lunch in room S12, and the Hackettstown club meets every Friday during lunch in room A32.
Refuge Youth also schedules monthly and quarterly events, including overnight trips such as a Winter Retreat and Summer Camp in conjunction with the New Jersey Assemblies of God, and hosts peer guest
speakers – some from its own group.
Vagle explained, “I never want mine to be the only voice my students hear; so approximately once per month we will have a guest speaker. Oftentimes it is one of our incredible leaders, or even a missionary that we support.”
Vagle said that the longterm goal, in conjunction with Mountaintop Church’s vision for the future, is the hope of building an after-
school student center. “The goal here would be for any student who wants or needs a positive environment after school to come and hang out, get potential homework assistance or tutoring, and just engage in a healthy community.”
Vagle added, “Generation Z - most of our middle and high school students and even college students and young adults - is known as the most stressed generation. According to a
CDC study from 2022, 48% of Gen Z experience “persistent feelings of anxiety and/ or depression” and 23% have “actively considered suicide.” Refuge Youth exists to show every single student, regardless of background, the unconditional love of Jesus. We believe that God created every single person in His image, He loves them so much, and He has a divine plan for their lives. We exist to let every young person know that.”
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SHackettstown’s Kiara Koeller Begins NCAA Career with Susquehanna Riverhawks Field Hockey
usquehanna University (SU)
freshman Kiara Koeller recalls the first time she stepped onto the field hockey pitch.
“I started playing in third grade on an Independence recreation team. We would always do a tournament every year and it is something I always remember. They always had shaved ice trucks and it really was a play day for us kids. We would play a game every Sunday and it was a lot of fun,” Koeller said.
As she moved into middle school, Koeller began to consider playing beyond high school. While playing multiple sports, Koeller had to narrow down her options to just one sport to focus on.
“I just came to realize that the sport that I was always the most excited to go to practice, had the most fun playing, and the one I was most passionate about was field hockey. That’s when I really decided
to play field hockey in high school,” Koeller said.
As for her time on the pitch at Hackettstown High School, Koeller couldn’t have asked for better.
“My high school experience was just so amazing. What I really took away was how supportive my team was and how much we built each other up. We would always put aside our differences to come together to play the sport that we all loved.
Those memories of being together as a team and how the girls I played with really inspired me when things got tough, those are the moments I remember most,” Koeller said.
During her four years as a Hackettstown Tiger, Koeller earned four varsity letters in field hockey, was a four-time First Team AllConference selection, four-time First Team ALL-NJAC selection, three-time First Team All-County selection, twotime Second Team All-North Jersey selection, and two-time Third Team
All-Group 2 selection. She also won two conference championships during her sophomore and junior seasons and was a state finalist her junior year.
She even broke the school’s career goal record, ironically set by her own coach.
“I didn’t even know that I was close to any records. My coach had emailed my parents and my parents never told me until I had gotten close to it. They didn’t want it to get to my head and cause me to lose focus. When I found out, I was super excited and it gave me so much motivation that I kept telling myself ‘I’m going to get it’, I never doubted myself. I really pushed myself to go and get it. It was kind of like a passing of the torch moment between me and my coach,” Koeller recalled.
After Koeller sent multiple emails to collegiate field hockey programs, Susquehanna University was one of
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Kiara Koeller takes the next step in her field hockey journey as she joins Susquehanna University’s team this season (Photo Credit: SU Athletics)
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the first to respond.
“I absolutely loved Coach Fordyce, she was amazing and I thought that her program was amazing. After that call with Coach Fordyce, I didn’t want to close my recruitment options just yet and I took calls from many other programs. However, I always found myself comparing them with my call with Coach Fordyce and nothing matched my excitement like my call with Susquehanna,” Koeller said.
When she went on an official visit to campus, Koeller was sold.
Koeller has played in a few collegiate field hockey games thus far, but the experience of stepping on the NCAA playing field for the first time was a moment she will never forget.
“I walked out on my first game and it was just surreal. I was thinking back and had a very nostalgic moment of ‘I finally made it’ because since I was a kid, I always wanted to play field hockey for my entire
life. That moment walking out on the field in an SU unform was when I realized that I had truly accomplished my dream,” Koeller said.
As the team continues the 2024 season, Koeller hopes that she is part of a season where the Riverhawks win another conference championship.
“I very badly want to win a Landmark Conference Championship. I know that the team did it last year so I’m hoping we repeat this year. Every year, that is going to be my goal, I want our team to just accomplish winning that title. If we can, I’d love to even win a NCAA DIII championship,” Koeller said.
Overall, Koeller couldn’t imagine not being on the field hockey pitch.
“At the end of the day, I’m here because I love what I’m doing. Even when it’s hard, even when you lose games, or you just aren’t having the best day, I can always remind myself that I’m doing what I love.”
By Steve Sears
ITrio de Refugio Places Fourth in National Competition
t all started with a suggestion and was finalized while singing in a car.
16-year-old Ianna Torres said, “Pastor Kody (Vagle of Mountaintop Church in Hackettstown) and other people encouraged us to start this group. We all went out to eat one day and started singing in the car to mess around. It kind of just clicked.”
“The group was formed this past spring. We realized that we should use our gifts of singing for God!” 15-year-old Viacelly Funes added.
Indeed, they do. Torres, Funes, and 13-year-old Yirah Sastre attend Mountaintop Church in Hackettstown, are members of the Refuge Youth ministry, and Trio de Refugio is the name of their singing group that in August placed fourth at the 2024 National Fine Arts Festival Columbus, Ohio for the Vocal Ensemble:
Spanish category.
The trio sang “Rey de Gloria/King of Glory” by Cece Winans to catapult themselves high above other groups from around the nation.
Sastre said, “Being able to make fourth place was amazing, and was something we worked hard for! Singing is my way of being able to worship God and glorify his name!”
Torres echoed her words. “Singing is my way to worship God and give him all the glory that is due his name. If it were not for God, we would not be able to do half of the stuff we contribute to.”
Trio de Refugio has not written any original compositions, but the group does create their own arrangements for the songs they do sing.
And again, they are melodious for God.
Funes said, “I give it my all because I know it is for His Glory and His glory only.”
Trio de Refugio performs in Columbus, Ohio. From left to right: Ianna Torres, Viacelly Funes, and Yireh Sastre (credit: Kody Vagle)
30 Schools In 30 Days
A Back-To-School Road Trip Wwith Tri County Care Management
With young people facing pressures unheard of in years past, there is often a need for help that a family cannot always resolve on their own.
To counteract that, Tri County Care Management Organization (TCCMO) of Warren, Hunterdon and Somerset Counties is in the process of introducing itself and its services to families and teachers in the area with an ambitious goal of visiting 30 schools in 30 days!
TCCMO is an independent, community-based organization that combines advocacy, individualized service planning, and care management in a single, integrated, cross-system process called the “Wraparound Model of Care.”
They serve youth ages 5 to 21 struggling with difficult mental health, behavioral, emotional, social, developmental, intellectual, or substance use challenges in Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties. They coordinate services and create plans tailored to every child’s individual needs and empower families with the voice, tools and support they need to be successful.
James Parauda, TCCMO Chief Executive Officer, explained, “Introducing Tri County Care Management Organization and its many services to families and their children is of utmost importance, particularly as the school year begins. We want parents to know there is help and support available for their kids with mental health, substance use, and intellectual/ developmental disabilities.”
At school, there are still some lasting effects of the Covid pandemic for many children, as well as peer pressure, bullying, and social media issues. School shootings have
caused some students to fear what might happen in their schools. Even within their families, child-parental conflict may flare up.
Undertaking what TCCMO calls “30 Schools In 30 Days,” representatives are visiting elementary schools, middle schools and high schools throughout Warren, Hunterdon and Somerset Counties to share with parents, guardians and educators their message of “Keeping Families Strong.”
TCCMO is specifically discussing a big issue all students contend with – school anxiety and avoidance. They are introducing diverse reasons and potential resolutions for students’ fear and apprehension.
Deja Amos, TCCMO Chief Development Officer, noted, “This is a great opportunity to share how we do what we do. There is so much help out there. We are here to guide families and secure the best possible outcomes. We strive to ensure that our children have access to tailored, comprehensive, formal, and informal resources. We encourage partnership with community-based providers in fostering a child’s strengths, interests, and direction towards positive change.”
For more information about Tri County Care Management Organization visit: www.tricountycmo.org. Call 908-5263900 or email info@tricountycmo.org
Tri County Care Management Organization (TCCMO) understands that the family matters. TCCMO is a 501(c) (3) agency contracted with the New Jersey Department of Children and Families (NJ DCF) to serve youth ages 5 to 21. TCCMO is grounded in keeping youth safe, healthy and connected and keeping families strong. TCCMO takes a
family-focused and community-based leadership role in supporting the needs of youth who are experiencing complex challenges, ensuring the services are responsibly authorized, delivered, monitored, with a documented positive outcome.
Back To School Night at Phillipsburg High School with (L-R) Nicole Russo, TCCMO Community Engagement Coordinator and HHS parent, Megan Goodenough.
Girl Scout Troop Brings “Seed Library” to Hackettstown Free Public Library
In late August, the scouts of Hackettstown Girl Scout Troop 97745 set up a new “seed library” at the Hackettstown Free Public Library. A seed library is a place where community members can get seeds for free.
“We are very excited and honored to have the scouts place the seed library here,” said Hackettstown Free Public Library Director Jerry Galante. “A seed library helps protect biodiversity and seed saving, but it is also a way to get into the hobby of gardening. It is a great community service.”
The idea for a seed library sprouted from a love of nature nurtured by the Girl Scout troop’s camping and volunteering. The troop also maintains a small garden space at the library where they focused on native plants this year. This was a particular topic of importance to the scouts and they wanted to pass it on to others who might have interest.
“The girls worked very hard on this project,” said Troop 97745 co-leader Samantha Muka. “They wanted to do something to help the community engage
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with the outdoors and learn more about native plants.”
Warren County Habitat for Humanity Announces New Partner Family for Harmony Home
On June 6th, as the heat wave approached, members of the Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) community gathered on a plot of land in Harmony Township to bless the beginning of construction on what will be the Chobot home. From a volunteer, to an employee, to a future Warren County Habitat Homeowner, Michael “Scrappy” Chobot has become a rare Habitat for Humanity trifecta! A few months back, Michael and his son, Matthew and his grandson, Dennis were officially selected to be Warren County Habitat’s next Partner Family.
Early on, Warren County Habitat for Humanity was an all volunteer affiliate (up to 2010), but as we grew it became evident that we needed to hire employees to move the affiliate forward in growth. Ever since that time the Board of Directors has made it a policy that volunteers and employees of the affiliate would have the same opportunity to become a Partner Family as any other family in Warren County. The Warren County Habitat Board of Directors
understands that, as a nonprofit, they could not pay their employees a high enough wage to qualify for a mortgage from a bank or mortgage company, and wanted to be certain that our employees and volunteers were not treated differently because they were part of the Habitat family. While this could be interpreted by some as having the inside track towards a home, it was much more important for us to give everyone the opportunity for decent, affordable housing within Warren County. Accordingly, all Habitat employees and volunteers have been eligible to apply for, and to be selected for a Habitat home for over a decade.
At Warren County Habitat for Humanity, we believe in giving a “hand up”, and not a “hand out”. Every Partner Family selected must go through a very extensive application process. Habitat for Humanity provides interest free loans for our partner families, and as such we must comply with all federal mortgage origination regulations. Accordingly, each applicant must go through the same
application process as they would to if getting a loan from a bank: submitting income and employment verification, credit and background checks, and lots of documentation. As applications are received each partner family is given a family application number and the only person knowing the identity of each applicant is the committee chairperson.
All information is provided to committee members based on the family application number throughout the process until the final step when home visits are being arranged for those families that had been qualified through the process. If multiple families are then deemed qualified for a loan, the final selection of the partner continued on page 11
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family is done by blind lottery using the family’s application number. This is done to ensure that there is absolutely no bias in our selection process.
Michael Chobot has done a wonderful job raising his family with the principle that hard work will be rewarded. Joining Warren County Habitat over 10 years ago, Michael was searching for a project for him and his son to get involved in that would benefit the local community. He began volunteering and never looked back. In 2022, he joined the Warren County Habitat for Humanity ReStore staff as the General Manager, and has successfully increased revenue at the store, helping to fund more build and repair projects across Warren County. He is the first employee of Warren County Habitat for Humanity to become a Partner Family since the policy was instituted nearly 15 years ago.
Michael had previously applied for a home and was not chosen. However, homeownership applicants are granted the opportunity to apply multiple times, and upon his second application, he was selected by lottery from the four
application finalists to become our next Partner Family. He will be moving into his new home in Harmony Township upon its completion with both his son and his grandson.
To learn more about the work Warren County Habitat for Humanity does in your community, to volunteer, or join the conversation, visit their website at www.warrenhabitat.org. You can also stop into one of their two retail locations; the ReStore on Route 57, or The HUT on Belvidere Ave, or their Community Center at 31 Belvidere Ave. Hours and directions are available on Warren County Habitat’s website.
About Warren County Habitat for Humanity
Warren County Habitat for Humanity is the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity, International and has served Warren County since 1999. An accredited 501 (c)(3) charitable organization, Habitat’s mission: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. You can learn more about Warren County Habitat at www.warrenhabitat.org.
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New Jersey Paralympian Recounts Special Paris Games Experience
By Megan Roche
Catarina Guimaraes remembers competing for the first time on the track. She was 12 years old and was facing competitors much older than her with just two months of training under her belt. She smoked the competition and won against seven other males.
“I just remember thinking ‘I can do that again’,” Guimaraes said.
Leaving behind taekwondo, a sport she competed in for 10 years, Guimaraes chose to focus on track and field fulltime. In 2019 at the ParaPan American Games, Guimaraes walked away with a bronze medal in the 400m dash.
“From that point on, I decided that I was going to work so that the next time I competed, it wasn’t a bronze, but a gold or a silver,” Guimaraes said.
To qualify for the Paris Paralympics, Guimaraes had to meet a certain set of standards according to her classification status. While competing at the Paralympic Trials, Guimaraes points from her finish became a percentage of those standards. At the end of the Trials, everyone’s name gets added to a list and the top 24 females and top 26 men advance and become official Paralympians.
“I think what made the Paralympics so special was that I really had to dig deep to become a Paralympian. I just kept telling myself that I wanted to be a Paralympian. While I won my very first track meet I ever competed in, I wasn’t naturally gifted in track the way that a lot of the national team athletes are. Being a Paralympian was like everything that I had been working towards the past five years, all the literal blood, sweat, and tears, the ups, the downs, the being overlooked, the feeling out of place, the
joining club teams and racing against 14 year olds and getting my butt kicked… all of that came down to me being able to call myself a Paralympian,” Guimaraes said.
When she arrived in Paris this past summer, Guimaraes was trying to soak in every moment.
“I remember arriving for my first world championships and feeling like an imposter. I didn’t feel like I was supposed to be there, let alone good enough to be there. For the Paralympics, I didn’t feel that way at all. As I was walking around the village, I saw my competitors, I saw other athletes, I saw previous world record holders and medalists, and I really felt like I belonged and was ready to compete at the elite level,” Guimaraes said.
When she stepped on the track for the first time in Paris, Guimaraes recalled looking up into the stands for the first time.
“I remember looking up into the stands and thinking ‘that’s a lot of people’. I just remember thinking that I wanted to put on a show for everyone watching the race. I wanted to be entertaining. Yes, I was there to win, but I was also there to entertain at the same time. There’s nothing like getting a crowd
to clap for you, there is nothing like getting a whole stadium cheering for you,” Guimaraes said.
While she didn’t place, Guimaraes returned home to New Jersey with no regrets.
“I know that I didn’t choke under the pressure. The reason why I didn’t win wasn’t because I didn’t perform to my capabilities, it was simply because everyone else had an even better day. Even though I gave it my best, my personal best wasn’t enough to beat my competitors and that’s okay,” Guimaraes said.
Though she has Cerebral Palsy, Guimaraes doesn’t let anything stop her. She hopes that those who want to be where she is one day continue to love their sport.
“No matter what sport you are doing, make sure you are having fun, make sure that you are finding joy in your sport, and just do your best. Some of my worst performances were when I was stressed out and concerned about beating someone or running a certain time,” Guimaraes said.
Looking ahead, Guimaraes hopes to be named to the 2028 Paralympic Games, set to take place in Los Angeles, CA from Aug. 22 to Sept. 3.
Cat Guimaraes, a New Jersey Track and Field Paralympian, recently returned from her Paris Paralympic Games competition (courtesy of Team USA)
By Richard Mabey Jr.
WA Most Precious and Enduring Life Lesson
hen I was attending Boonton High School, I was a very sincere, serious student. I took my studies very serious and made the Honor Roll all throughout high school. I was not good at sports, as my Mitral Valve had been damaged when I was 12 years old, in my year-long battle with Rheumatic Fever. I found my glory, my happiness, my contribution to dear old BHS, in my Godgiven talent to play the drums and to put words down on paper. I was a drummer in the school marching band and very rarely missed playing the drums in the band at football games and in various community parades. I contributed articles to my school paper and wrote articles for the old Lincoln Park Herald.
On the home front, in my little hometown of Lincoln Park, there were two things that held the highest importance for me, church and scouts. I attended Sunday School, church and Youth Fellowship faithfully. I had a burning desire, an obsession of sorts, to become an Eagle Scout. When I completed my freshman year at BHS, in June of 1968, I had a total of 15 Merit Badges, Twenty-one Merit Badges were required to earn the coveted rank of Eagle Scout. My beloved father was my Dad and Scoutmaster. I remember a very serious conversation Dad and I had at his workbench in the basement of the old Mabey Homestead. Dad told me that it was time for me to start thinking about starting my Service Project for Eagle Scout.
A small miracle unfolded, right before my very eyes. Mr. King (oddly enough, I never did learn his first name) was the Sexton of Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church of Lincoln Park. The very church that sponsored Boy Scout Troop 170. One Friday evening, in early June of 1968, Mr. King asked my father if any boys needed service projects for their scout ranks. That there was a lot of work that needed to be done at the church.
I was standing there, beside my father and Mr. King, just outside Thorpe Hall of Saint Andrew’s Church, when Dad and Mr. King had this conversation. I was a shy boy. So, this was a big step for me. I remember that I got the courage and spoke up and told Mr. King I would help him with chores around the church, for my Eagle Scout Service Project. I remember that Mr. King’s face lit up like a Coleman Lantern, at a night-time scout campsite.
We talked about it for a few minutes and I agreed to meet with Mr. King, the morning of the next day, which of course was a Saturday. During our Saturday morning Mr. King explained all that needed to be done. This included mowing the lawn, raking leaves, washing windows and a list of other chores. Right then and there, I agreed to take on the job, for my Eagle Scout Service Project.
I rode my bicycle home, and during lunch at the old Mabey Homestead, enthusiastically told Dad of my plans for my Eagle Scout Service Project. I do remember that in the midst of our lunch time conversation, my Mom voiced concern that she thought it might take away time away from my studies. I remember my Dad telling Mom, “I don’t think it’ll hurt the boy. We got a thoroughbred for a son.” My Dad often referred to me as a “thoroughbred of a son.” It always gave me such a big boost and good feeling in my heart center.
Long story short, for one year of my life I met with Mr. King every Saturday morning and did basic, mundane chores for Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church, till about four o’clock in the afternoon. From June of 1968 till June of 1969, I put in all so many hours of real, down-home labor for that dear, beloved church. I developed a most respectful friendship with Mr. King.
Mr. King shared much of his wisdom and insight into life, with me, during that year.
“If your going to do a job, do it right,” was one of Mr. King’s favorite little sayings that
he would share with me. “You can overlook the leaves between the hedges, and most people won’t notice it, but the good Lord will,” was another one of Mr. King’s little sayings that he would tell me. I learned all so much from Mr. King that year. Mostly, that serving God in the most humble way, in doing mundane chores, was just as important to the good Lord as being the Minister.
Sadly, my friendship with Mr. King drifted away after that heart-warming year of service to Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church. We did not have a disagreement, nor anything like that. It was just one of those things, just the way life is at times.
It is late August, of this year, as I write this true-life story. Yesterday, I just got home from a short-stay hospital visit. I had yet another Cardiac Catheterization and some other cardiac tests done. During that time, at the hospital, I reflected upon Mr. King. How he served God in very real practical ways. How he rolled up his sleeves and worked hard, doing mundane jobs that some other people may have chosen to stick their nose up in the air at. It’s just the way it is.
I seriously doubt if Mr. King is still with us, on this side of Heaven’s Gate. Still, a part
The only picture I have from my year of doing
for
of him lives on in my heart and inner self. Now at 70, I have become more aware of all that I owe Mr. King for helping to shape me into the man that I now am. It’s a debt I can only recognize and never repay.
Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He hosts a YouTube Channel titled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@gmail.com.
practical, hard work,
Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church. My dad took this very picture in the Autumn of 1968.
By Cheryl Conway
APumpkin & Apple Picking Ready for the Taking
s the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, pumpkin and apple picking season is ripe. Like the haystacks that pile up for that fall harvest, so do the area farms that are packed with family-friendly activities, fresh cider donuts or a perfect backdrop for fall photos.
Other family outings can involve spooky trips, harvest festivals and farmers markets. Here are some of the local hotspots to visit this fall to meet those diverse interests.
1. Ort Farms, Long Valley
A local favorite for years, Ort Farms delivers more than just pumpkins. Visitors
can hop on hayrides, explore a corn maze, visit the farm animals or enjoy farm-fresh produce. Their newly expanded farm store is packed with homemade pies, apple cider, crafts, homemade granola, and, of course, those irresistible cider donuts. It’s the perfect stop for a full day of family fun!
2. Alstede Farms, Chester
Alstede Farms is known for its large selection of pumpkins and autumn activities. Beyond pumpkin picking, families can enjoy apple picking, sunflower mazes, and live entertainment on weekends. Make sure to try their fresh-pressed apple cider and homemade ice cream. Check out its
website to Experience the Magic of Autumn at Harvest Moon Nights for nighttime corn maze and hayrides, food, live music, ironbound hard cider, and more
3. Riamede Farm, Chester
For a more traditional, low-key experience, Riamede Farm is the place to be. This charming farm offers a quieter atmosphere with a wide variety of pumpkins, gourds and an abundances of apples to pick. It’s the perfect spot for families who want to focus on choosing their best fall produce minus spooky frills and thrills. Known as an old-fashioned apple farm, it is New Jersey’s oldest with vintage apple trees nestled on 68 acres of orchards.
patch, pumpkins are grown and sold at all different sizes. For décor, check out its fall decorations, gourds, cornstalks and colorful hardy mums.
8. Sun High Orchards, Randolph
Sun High Orchards offers a charming apple-picking experience with a smaller, less crowded feel. In addition to their apple orchards, the farm has a petting zoo, pumpkin picking, hayrides and a market featuring homemade pies, jams, and freshly baked breads.
9. Open House at The Stickley Museum, Morris Plains
4. Stony Hill Farms, Chester
If you’re looking for a full fall experience, Stony Hill Farms is a must-visit. In addition to pumpkins, they offer an 11-acre corn maze, a maze fun park for kids and hayrides. Their bakery is also top-notch, offering homemade pies, cookies and more seasonal goodies.
5. West End Farmers Market, Hackettstown
West End Farmers Market is the perfect local spot on Sunday mornings for fresh produce from local farms, pumpkins, and fall decorations to bring the season’s spirit to your home. Check out at least 25 awesome vendors and a wide variety of local produce, meats, baked goods, coffee, prepared food, jewelry, self-care products and so much more!
6. Donaldson Farms, Hackettstown
Enjoy this farm market and family fun seasonally stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables, raw honey, fresh baked pies and goods. Pick your own raspberries and apples and enjoy fall harvest weekends with favorite activities like hayrides to the apple orchard and pumpkin patch, nine-acre corn maze, pony rides, hayrides and more.
7. Ashley Farms, Flanders
This fourth-generation family farm specializes in home grown turkeys, sweet corn, tomatoes and other fresh vegetables. Apple pies, home-baked treats, apple cider donuts and fresh apple cider are hard to resist. While not a full-blown pumpkin
On October 26, from noon to 4 p.m., visitors are invited for free to visit the historic log house at the Stickley Museum. The house will be decorated with period appropriate Halloween decorations. Family friendly for all ages.
10. Waterloo Village, Stanhope
Waterloo Village is a beautifully preserved 19th-century canal town, and during October, it can be a hub for a spooky tour and history walk. Visitors can explore old buildings rumored to be haunted and eerie happenings from the past.
Tips for Visiting Farms and Pumpkin Patches
Check website or call ahead to make sure the farm or site is open.
Go early: Avoid the afternoon crowds by arriving early. This will give more time to explore without feeling rushed.
Bring a wagon: Pumpkin patches can be large, and little legs can get tired quickly. A wagon is perfect for carrying both pumpkins and small children.
Pack snacks and water: Even though many farms offer food, it’s always a good idea to bring snacks and drinks to keep everyone happy and hydrated.
Dress appropriately: Fall weather can be unpredictable. Layer up, wear comfortable shoes and bring along a pair of boots since pumpkin patches can be muddy.
Let the kids choose: While the great big pumpkin has been identified, let the kids pick their own smaller ones to make them feel more involved in the fun!
Savor These Holiday Centerpieces
Celebrate the season and create long-lasting memories this year by serving tasteful main courses centered around tender cuts of beef.
With hand-cut choices like a Bonein Frenched Prime Rib Roast, Butcher’s Cut Filet Mignons, a Beef Brisket Flat and Premium Ground Beef from Omaha Steaks, you can create elegant holiday centerpieces such as Steak Au Poivre or a unique generational recipe, the Simon Family Brisket. Each cut of beef is handcarved by expert butchers, flash-frozen to capture freshness and flavor at its peak and delivered directly to your door.
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Steak Au Poivre
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
2 Omaha Steaks Butcher’s Cut Filet Mignons (5-6 ounces each), thawed
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter, divided 1/3 cup brandy or cognac
1 cup cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Season steak with salt and pepper. Press seasoning into meat to create even coating.
In large skillet over medium-high heat, heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon
butter until just smoking. Add steak and sear 4 minutes on each side for mediumrare. Once cooked to desired doneness, transfer steak to cutting board and tent with foil to rest.
Reduce heat to medium and add brandy to skillet. Allow to cook down about 1 minute while stirring to scrape off any browned bits from bottom of pan. Once brandy reduces by half, add cream, Dijon mustard and remaining butter; continue cooking until mixture begins to reduce and thicken, 5-7 minutes.
Slice steaks against grain and top with sauce.
Simon Family Brisket
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 4 hours, plus 20 minutes resting time
Servings: 4
1 Omaha Steaks Beef Brisket Flat (2 pounds), thawed
1 package (1.1 ounces) dry onion soup mix
1 can (14 ounces) whole cranberries
1 cup chili sauce
1 cup ginger ale
Preheat oven to 250 F. Place brisket in large ovenproof baking dish.
In bowl, mix onion soup mix, cranberries and chili sauce. Spoon over top of brisket. Pour ginger ale around edges of brisket.
Cover with foil and bake 4 hours.
Remove from oven and let rest 20 minutes. Remove brisket from baking dish and place on cutting board. Slice brisket against grain and place in serving dish. Top with sauce and serve. (Family Features)
A Chilly Day Dish with a Kick
Picture in your mind a warm bowl cupped in your hands, defrosting your fingertips after you just walked inside from a chilly afternoon. The bowl is heavy, full of hearty vegetables and spicy peppers that in just a few short moments will overwhelm your palate.
You dive in with a spoon, savoring every flavorful bite as you dip down to the bottom of the bowl searching for more to slurp up with every spoonful. Onion, red bell pepper and even corn all blended into not only a vegetarian meal but a chili-lover’s paradise. It’s got the spices to make you say, “wow” but the smoothness that reminds you of something your mom once made when you were young.
You throw your sweater to the side of the couch as your body temperature begins to rise. You start to feel your energy return as you spoon a second helping into your bowl for round two.
Not only does this recipe for Chipotle Veggie Chili hit you with a wide array of balanced flavors, but there is a surprise hint of citrus added toward the end – lime juice.
Just to add a little more texture and vibrance to this dish, it can be topped with your favorite garnishes like guacamole, sour cream, jalapeno slices and cilantro.
This Chipotle Veggie Chili is simple to make, needing just one pot throughout the entire cooking process. It simmers for about 25 minutes while you unwind from a long day.
So next time you need a pick-me-up after a chilly day outside, give this one a try. The savory aromas and wholesome consistency make this chili a 10-out-of-10 and a crowd favorite.
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Chipotle Veggie Chili
Servings: 6-8
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
5/8 teaspoon sea salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 can (14 ounces) diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 can (14 ounces) red beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (14 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup vegetable broth
1 can (7 ounces) chipotles in adobo sauce
2 cans (15 ounces each) sweet corn with liquid
2 limes, juiced guacamole (optional)
sour cream (optional) jalapeno slices (optional) cilantro (optional)
In large dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Stir and cook 5 minutes until onion is translucent. Add garlic and red pepper. Stir and cook 8 minutes until soft.
Add tomatoes, red beans, pinto beans, broth, chipotles in adobo sauce, corn, remaining salt and remaining pepper. Simmer 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chili has thickened.
Squeeze lime juice into pot; stir. Serve with guacamole, sour cream, jalapeno slices and cilantro, if desired. (Culinary.net)
So Kind Be Thy Heart, A Dear Remembrance of Uncle Pete
By Richard Mabey Jr.
Mourning is one of the most painful, eerie, haunting, heart-wrenching emotions of all time. In the process of mourning the passing of a close loved one, it can seem to tear a person’s heart in two. Yes, there is comfort in knowing that there is a loving God, guiding the universe. Yet still, the pains of mourning, can at times, seem most unbearable.
My father went Home to be with the Lord in the early morning of the twelfth of May of 2006. Over 18 years have now passed since that fateful day. Still, I so very dearly miss the man who taught me the wild and wonderful ways of nature. To quietliy approach a white-tailed deer, without being noticed. To find north, through the secret hints in a forest. And to love and respect, the way God created the circle of life.
During the couple of weeks, after my dear father’s passing, I became practically dysfunctional. I had been writing for a big daily newspaper in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania at the time. Mostly writing feature stories. But something was not clicking with my creative outlet. I would look at a blank computer screen for hours. The words simply would not come.
Then, a miracle came into my life. In that last week of May of 2006, my uncle, Peter Knothe called me. He asked me if I wanted to come out to his farm in Randolph for a few weeks, to help him and his son with some of the farm chores. I remember I was hesitant at the time, and asked Uncle Pete if I could think about it for a bit. He told me that would be okay, to take time to think about it.
My Editor at the newspaper was very understanding. She told me it might do me good to take the time to visit with my uncle for a while. Long story short, I took Uncle Pete up on his kind offer.
Uncle Pete and his son, Peter, are two of the hardest working men whom I have ever known in my life. They were both up at the crack of dawn and worked hard, till the sun set in the west of dear old Knothe Farm.
What I remember most about my few weeks, working at Knothe Farm with Uncle Pete, during the early Summer of 2006, is the time we had to talk at the old kitchen table, eating breakfast. Most ot the time, my cousin Peter would have already eaten breakfast. Cousin Peter is an incredible early riser. Most of the time, awakening before the sun has even risen.
There are very few people, who I have ever known, that knew the Bible as well as Uncle Pete did. He could recite passages, word for word, with amazing accuracy.
In our breakfast talks, Uncle Pete, would share with me his philosophy, his outlook, his perspectives on all of life. Not only did Uncle Pete know his Bible, inside and out, he truly lived it. He was one of the kindest individuals to whom I have ever known.
Uncle Pete’s breakfast talks immensely helped me with healing from the depth of mourning that I was feeling from the loss of my father. Uncle Pete had a great insight into human nature. He deeply understood a person’s relationship to God and God’s relationship to an individual. Uncle Pete held a deep respect and immense love for all of life itself. He served for many years as an Elder in his church.
Sadly, in April of 2018, the angels called Uncle Pete Home to Heaven. In reflection, as I am about to turn 71 years old, as I write this true-life story, a certain appreciation for Uncle Pete fills my heart. After my father passed away, Uncle Pete became my adopted father. He didn’t miss a beat. I am immensely grateful to him. I miss him very much.
Do you know someone who is mourning the loss of a close loved one? Please do consider reaching out to them, above and beyond the traditional sympathy card. Love has a powerful healing potential. It is greater than any pill or tonic on the market today. Love can be as gentle as the petal of a rose. And yet, be more powerful than a fast back, mid-engine Porsche. Never underestimate the incredible power of love. Never, ever doubt what the loving heart can accomplish. When love and faith in God, combine together, expect a miracle.
Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He hosts a YouTube Channel titled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@gmail.com.
A photo of dear, kind Uncle Pete, sitting at the old kitchen table at Knothe Farm.
New Jersey Native Astronaut Reisman Honored with Interactive Air and Space Exhibit at Brookdale CC
by Jeff Garrett
It’s been 15 months plus since the Garrett Resiman Center for Air & Space opened in the STEAM Wing at the Monmouth Museum at Brookdale Community College. The not-so-new exhibit is named after astronaut Garrett Reisman, a New Jersey native born in Morristown who has flown
on all three space shuttles including the shuttle Endeavor in 2008, which saw him at the International Space Station for a 95-day stint. Reisman attended public schools in Parsippany and has been a senior advisor at SpaceX and Technical Consultant for Apple TV+’s “For All Mankind” during his career. Continuously well- attended, the
Reisman Center is the next step forward in teaching concepts of Space discovery from a local phemom, if you will (how many of us can boast of literally, being in Space?).
And, Reisman’s NSA flightsuit and Russian flightsuit are on display at the museum.
Also on display are NASA artifacts like an Apollo glove and helmet and Lego collection. The International Space Station, Saturn 5 Rocket and Lunar Lander are present for all to see. All of these advancements to Space exploration were designed by fellow New Jersey native, Dominic Ranieri of Oceanport.
So why Brookdale for this exhibit and why Reisman ?
Monmouth Museum Executive Director, Erika Schaefer, said the idea came during the Covid-lockdown. She wanted to create a place where science, technology, engineering and mathematics – all components of STEM, could be presented to museum visitors in an interactive and creative format.
She researched astronauts, learned about Garrett Reisman and got in touch with him. He responded instantly to her email and from there a partnership was born.
Schaefer believes that the thought of anyone pursuing a career in Space exploration becomes more realistic with an exhibit like this before people’s eyes. Pieces of the Apollo continue to be onsite and will
stay for a few more years at the Reisman Center. The second floor is permanently named after Garrett. Folks can expect to see new displays and exhibits in the future as they visit over the next decade; the idea is to vary visuals so folks learn even more about advancements in Air and Space.
Reisman spent 107 days plus in Space having completed a total of three EVA’s (extra-vehicular activities) totaling a little over 21 hours. He was aboard the shuttle Atlantis and executed three spacewalks while operating the Space Station Robot Arm in 2010.
Garrett’s accomplishments in Space rival his experiences underwater - to an extent. Reisman was an aquanaut and served as a crew member on NEEMO V and lived on the bottom the sea in the Aquarius deep underwater setting for 14 days. From 2011 through 2018, the Morristown-native worked with Elon Musk at Space X where he helped in several capacities. Since Summer 2018, he’s been a professor of Astronautical engineering in the Viterbi School at the University of Southern California while continuing to serve as an advisor to SpaceX.
The Becker STEAM Wing & Garrett Reisman Center at Monmouth Museum is open to the public on Thursdays and Fridays between 10am and 2pm and on Saturdays and Sundays between 10am-4pm. Logon to www.monmouthmuseum .org for more information.
By Megan Roche
1New Jersey Gymnast Appearing on Gold Over America Tour with US Gymnastics Royalty
6-year-old Hezly Rivera has accomplished a lot in the last few months; earning an Olympic team spot, winning a gold medal, beginning to look at colleges, and now heading out on a post-Olympic gymnastics tour with some of USA Gymnastics best.
After securing a place on Team USA’s women’s artistic gymnastics team earlier this summer, Rivera was busy training before her Olympic debut. In Paris, she contributed to the success of Team USA during the qualifying round of competition. While she did not compete in the team finals portion, she still earned herself a gold medal during the highly-coveted women’s artistic gymnastics competition.
While Rivera was part of the team that won the gold medal during the Paris Olympic Games, she is no stranger to the spotlight. In 2023, Rivera won the junior U.S. National Championship title, she’s won two silver medals at the Junior World Championships, and is a four-time member of the US Women’s National Gymnastics team. She is the 2024 Winter Cup balance beam champion and all around and floor exercise bronze medalist.
Rivera is now touring the country as a member of the Gold Over America Tour. The tour showcases gymnastics skills, fun choreography, while also working to promote inspiring messages. After a successful Olympic Games performance for both the women and men of Team USA artistic gymnastics, the show is a celebratory cap on a winning year.
The 30-city tour will travel across the U.S. during the fall and hit various arenas. Rivera’s hometown show was Oct. 1 at Prudential Center.
“The Gold Over America Tour enables fans to see some of the world’s best gymnasts in a celebratory, noncompetitive environment,” USA Gymnastics President and CEO Li Li Leung said in a press release. “Having the tour at the end of one of the biggest years ever for the sport provides a great opportunity for athletes and fans alike.”
On tour with Rivera are Simone Biles, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, Paul Juda, Brody Malone, Yul Moldauer, Frederick Richard, Joscelyn Roberson, Shane Wiskus, Ellie Black, Ian Gunther, Peng-Peng Lee, Katelyn Ohashi, Melanie Johanna De Jesus Dos Santos, Casimir Schmidt, Trinity Thomas, and Donnell Whittenburg.
Originally from Oradell, Rivera began her gymnastics journey after attending a birthday party for a friend. She competed for ENA Gymnastics in Paramus before moving to Texas to train with Valeri Liukin, father of 2008 all-around gold medalist Nastia Liukin.
While she attends high school virtually, Rivera has also started attending official recruiting visits to major schools like the University of Florida and the University of Oklahoma. She plans to attend college and hopes to earn a full academic scholarship and compete in NCAA gymnastics.
To learn more about Rivera and follow her on her Gold Over America Tour journey, follow her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/hezrivera
Hezly Rivera was the youngest member of the Team USA delegation at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Now she is on a nationwide tour with some of USA Gymnastics best (photo courtesy of Hezly Rivera)
Statistics Underscore the Prevalence of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer affects millions of women and their family and friends every year. Each of those women has their own unique experience upon receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, and those journeys hopefully end with successful treatment. Because each woman’s breast cancer journey is unique, data regarding the disease only tells part of the story. But recognition of key breast cancer statistics is still important, as data can compel support for women fighting the disease and underscore how vital it is for young women to prioritize breast health.
• A 2017 study from the American Cancer Society found that roughly 42 percent of cancer diagnoses and 45 percent of cancer deaths in the United States are linked to controllable risk factors for the disease. Breast cancer is no exception in that regard, as the Breast Cancer Coalition Foundation points to studies that have shown as many as 50 to 70 percent of breast cancers can be prevented if women adopt lifestyle changes early enough.
• The ACS estimates that approximately 30 percent of postmenopausal breast
cancer diagnoses are linked to modifiable risk factors such as diet and physical activity levels.
• The World Health Organization reports 2.3 million women across the globe were diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022. WHO data also indicates 670,000 women lost their lives to the disease in 2022.
• Breast cancer poses a greater threat to women’s lives in countries with a low Human Development Index (HDI), which is a metric used by the United Nations Development Programme to gauge a country’s average achievement in areas such as healthy life and standard of living. WHO data indicates one in 12 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and one in 71 women will die of the disease in countries with a high HDI. In countries with a low HDI, where access to medical care is more limited, one in 27 will be diagnosed with breast cancer and one in 48 will die from it.
• Five-year survival rates indicate that treatment is most effective when breast cancer is caught in its earliest stages. Data from the ACS indicates a 99 percent fiveyear survival rate for cancer discovered
before it has spread beyond the place it started. When the cancer is considered regional, which the National Cancer Institute defines as cancer that has spread to nearby lymph nodes, tissues or organs, the five-year survival rate is 86 percent. The five-year survival rate for distant cancer, which indicates it has spread to
distant parts of the body, is 30 percent.
• Survival rates differ considerably between Black women and White women diagnosed with breast cancer. According to the ACS, the five-year survival rate for Black women between 2012-2018 was 83 percent compared to 92 percent for White women during that same period.
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