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By Cheryl Conway tudents of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School in Livingston did not need to travel into New York for this year’s Thanksgiving parade.

They had their own parade on Wednesday morning, Nov. 22, with about 75 kindergartners marching with decorated helium balloons while the other students in grades first through fifth lined the hallways and cheered.

The initiative was a fun way for kindergarteners to learn about the popular Thanksgiving parade while giving them a chance to be showcased in the school.

To create their own balloons and then march in a parade for the whole school to see, “It’s magical for them,” says Donna Ellenbogen, PTA member and kindergartner parent. “You can

see how proud the kindergartners were with what they created. Teachers were crying.” Fifth graders were cheering “Go kindergarten; go kindergarten.”

For the kindergarteners, it was “a moment to shine.”

The idea to decorate balloons and parade through the halls was Ellenbogen’s idea based on the book “Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy’s Parade,” by Melissa Sweet.

A book she reads to her kids the night before the Thanksgiving parade, Ellenbogen wanted to share the story with students at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School.

“The book is about the making of the Thanksgiving Parade, how they started the Macy’s Day Parade,” with people on stilts then marching with

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She decided to donate four books, one to each of the three kindergarten classrooms, and one to the library, as well as 90 white helium balloons and supplies.

After each teacher read the book to their students in the morning, each student decorated their helium balloon at 10:30 a.m., just in time for the 11 a.m. parade, describes Ellenbogen.

“They all decorated their own balloons with markers, streamers, stickers and googly eyes,” she says. She picked white balloons “as a blank pallet for kids to be creative,” she says. “White gave them a blank canvas,” and avoided any conflicts on picking favorite color balloons.

Ellenbogen’s other motive was to share the excitement of the Macy’s Day Parade with the

elementary school students.

Before moving to Livingston in 2015, Ellenbogen and her family lived in Manhattan, N.Y. As a mother of four, Ellenbogen brought her two older sons to the parade every year while living in N.Y. “The parade was always something they understood and loved,” she says of her third and fourth grade sons.

It was a class project I did for them,” when she was their room mom.

When her boys reminded her of her annual tradition of bringing them to the parade, she realized “I should keep doing it,” she says, “if I did it for my other kids. I felt I should do the same for my girls as I did for my boys.”

Ellenbogen decided on “bringing the Manhattan experience to the burbs” and realized “that you can bring tradition to you.”

While gazing at the creative balloons floating down the hallway with the students was a sight to see, witnessing the support from other students and sense of community made the event that much more impactful.

“Older kids were so encouraging of younger classmates,” describes Ellenbogen who works as a therapist in N.Y.

“The enthusiasm of the whole student body supporting each other, it really was a special event.

“Seeing the whole school community being enthusiastic, it became more than about the balloons, more about school spirit and supporting each other; seeing the younger students so proud and being showcased.”

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he holiday season might not be the most hazardous time of the year, but there is an uptick in safety concerns during this season of festivity and fun.

Components of the holiday season such as decorating, shopping, celebrating, and traveling, carry some risk. The National Fire Protection Association says 30 percent of all home fires occur during the months of December, January and February. Christmas trees and decorative holiday lighting displays contribute to the uptick in fires and other accidents between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. But fire is not the only concern during the holiday season. Revelers who celebrate a bit too much can pose a threat, as can road weary travelers or overnight guests who unknowingly put loved ones in harm’s way during their stays.

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• Choking: All of that entertaining and partying means more food is consumed.

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the season, many people must eat on the go. The National Safety Council says nearly 3,000 people in the United States die each year from choking. Taking small bites and chewing completely, while also avoiding talking while chewing, can help. Children should be kept away from small decorations, as even pine needles can be a choking hazard.

• Toxic plants: Some plants, including mistletoe and holly, can be toxic to pets and young children whose smaller bodies may be more vulnerable than adults’.

When decorating, consider decorating with artificial plants instead of live, potentially poisonous plants.

• Alcohol-related incidents: Holiday fun frequently involves alcoholic beverages. Law enforcement officials point out that the rate of driving while intoxicated tends to increase during the holidays. Implementing strict “designated driver” rules and making contact information for taxi or ridesharing services readily available to holiday guests can prevent tragedies.

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By Cheryl Conway t Blink Vision Care in Livingston, clients can see for themselves the spectrum of comprehensive optometry services, eyewear selections and personalized care that is provided.

A resident of West Orange for the past 20 years, Dr. Judy Tsai opened her own eye care practice in Livingston this past April.

Before that she practiced as a doctor of optometry for five years at Vision Works in Totowa.

Being close to home in a familiar area led Tsai to open her own practice in Livingston.

“It’s a great community; very family oriented,” says Tsai, who has been practicing since 2011.

She wanted her own practice because “I wanted to create a better environment for my patients,” she says, one that is “more attentive” and that provides “more personalized eye care to patients who come here. It’s a small friendly environment.”

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Celebrating The Holidays As A Blended Family

motions run deep come the holiday season. Holiday planning can be hectic, especially for blended families.

Today’s families are increasingly blended, meaning they’re a combination of families due to divorce or death. Even though the holidays are meant to be joyous, navigating traditions and accommodating the unique needs of all involved — including cultural traditions, visitation schedules, rituals, and religious beliefs — can be challenging. But blended families need not fret as they attempt to negotiate Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, or New Years.

Logistics The first step to holiday planning is to keep in mind predetermined custody or visitation agreements. Although there can be hope for holiday flexibility and generosity, try to stick as close to existing arrangements as possible. Some families choose to divvy up particular holidays throughout the year in advance. Others may do it as plans get arranged. As long as the arrangement is fair to everyone, the choice is up to the families. The plans should be made known to all involved.

Discuss expectations

The Stepfamily Association of America says that communication during the holiday season is vital, especially for children so they know what to expect. Writing down specific itineraries can help alleviate the stress of not knowing where they will be at a given time.

All members of the family should vocalize how they feel about particular aspects of the holidays so that no one is disgruntled.

Do not expect others to be mind readers.

Perhaps one person is focusing a significant amount of energy on trimming the tree when that isn’t as important to others.

Discussing expectations can make planning that much easier.

Create new traditions The holidays without everyone under the same roof enjoying traditions that have been part of celebrations for years can contribute to feelings of anxiety for people accustomed to these annual traditions. Draw the focus away from how things used to be done and create new traditions that all can anticipate. Host a holiday movie night if this isn’t the year to have the kids for Christmas.

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“These jackets will help increase the visibility and safety of their members, as they serve the West Essex area,” West Essex PBA noted.

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The estate is part of the Thomas Edison National Historical Park in Llewellyn Park in West Orange, a site “dedicated to promoting an international understanding and appreciation of the life and extraordinary achievements of Thomas Alva Edison by preserving, protecting and interpreting the Park’s extensive historic artifact and archive collections.”

The property has been open for tours since October; starting on Nov. 24 through Jan. 7, the inventor’s home will undergo a special program called “Holidays at Glenmont.”

During this period, Glenmont Estate will be decorated in the style it saw when inhabited by the Edison family. Selected musical pieces will accompany tours, with greenery and red poinsettias decking the mantles above the fireplaces. Staircases will be ringed with boughs and red ribbons, with wreaths decorating every window.

According to a press release by the park, “in the den, the majestic 10-foot tree will be lit and the presents underneath will be waiting as if the Edison children Madeleine, Theodore and Charles will soon

come running down the stairs from their rooms.”

The holiday tours will be offered on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.; the site will be closed on Sunday, Dec. 24. Spring tours on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays will begin again on Friday, March 30, 2018.

Visitors to the estate must purchase car passes and tour tickets at the Laboratory Complex Visitor Center. Admission is $10, and includes the Glenmont Estate and the Laboratory Complex, as well as the surrounding estate grounds. Children under age 16 are free, as are seniors with valid senior passes.

Sloat-Olsen points out that Llewellyn Park is a private residential community – necessitating the car passes in order to get to the Edison residence.

“The tickets sell out quickly due to limited space, so it’s advisable for visitors to come fairly early,” Sloat-Olsen says.

The Visitor Center of the Park is located at 211 Main Street in West Orange. For more information or directions, call 973736-0550, ext. 11 or visit www.nps.gov/ edis.

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illions of people resolve to get healthier by dieting and exercising more frequently at the start of each new year. According to data from the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, 12 percent of new gym memberships are opened in January. The second week of January is one of the busiest times of year in the fitness industry. But many people who decide to exercise more at the dawn of a new year quickly lose that resolve. New Year’s resolutions to diet may wane as well. In 2013, a UK food company found that of those who diet regularly, two out of five quit within the first seven days, one out of five last a month, and only 20 percent make it to the three-month mark.

To make healthy resolutions last longer, people should recognize that results do not happen overnight and should not be discouraged by slow progress. In addition, diet and exercise is not a fast fix, but rather a lifestyle change. With consistent calorie control and exercise, people may see a gradual reduction in weight and other improvements to their overall health. Some may find it most effective to work with a nutritionist and a gym trainer.

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Easy Ways To Stay Healthy Through The Holidays

etween all those holiday festivities and extra seasonal chores, it can be difficult to always stay on top of your health. Here are some easy ways to prioritize wellness this time of year.

Make Mornings Count Evenings are especially busy around this time of year, so taking control of your mornings can be key. But, on dark winter mornings, the hardest part about working out can sometimes be just getting out of bed. Stay accountable by making workout plans with friends. Get your yoga-loving coworker to commit to a weekly class with you, or start a holiday steps competition at work to motivate yourself to move more.

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Wearable fitness trackers have been around for a while, but home DNA tests, like Orig3n’s Fitness test, can help you optimize workouts by providing insights into your genes. Discover whether you have the genes that need an extra rest day, or whether you’re better at high-intensity workouts or endurance exercises. Then,

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Self-Empowerment Workshops For Women Being Offered

eaching Into Self-Empowerment (RISE) Workshops are being offered to women at the Linda & Rudy Slucker NCJW/Essex Center for Women, Livingston, on Tuesdays in January from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

These single-session workshops will provide women experiencing life transitions with education and skills to reach their goals and eliminate unnecessary self-defeating thoughts.

Positive Self-Affirmations on Jan. 9 enables participants

to identify positive traits to become their own cheerleader; Goal Getting on Jan. 16 helps participants set goals and make positive changes in their lives; Transforming Fear on Jan. 23 explains how to use fears in a healthy way to reach full potential, and You First on Jan. 30 will help participants learn how to improve the quality of their life and put themselves at the top of the list, eliminating and identifying unnecessary drains on energy.

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reidels are especially popular during the eightday Jewish festival of Chanukah. Even though they may seem like novelty items for children, dreidels have a rich and interesting history. In ancient times, Greek Syrians infiltrated areas where many practicing Jews resided. Over time, the Greek Syrians became more oppressive and tried to convert the Jewish people to their pagan beliefs.

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athering around the hearth this holiday season? While you may be taking time off from work and school to celebrate, don’t take a vacation from practicing basic safety guidelines. Stay safe with the following tips.

Safety Devices Before using your fireplace or lighting candles, check all of your home’s life-saving safety devices, including carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms for functionality, and to ensure batteries are still working. You should do this periodically, but especially around a time of year with additional fire risks.

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“Our Environmental Center has become the premiere location for environmental education and nature appreciation,” said Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. “With the help of our partner groups, our dynamic schedule of events and activities will captivate all ages. Walk in our woods, discover habitats, get pointers on gardening, learn about nature photography and much more. It’s all about nature and it’s all at our environmental center.”

Advance registration, payment and minimum number of participants required for most classes. For information, call 973228-8776.

“Little Explorers Winter Nature Program” is for children ages 2 to 4 years. This child-caregiver class uses stories, walks and crafts to develop an awareness and appreciation for science and nature for the child as well as the caregiver. Each week,

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“Tuesday Afternoon Yoga and Myofascial Unwinding” is for adults. It will be held on Dec. 12, Dec. 26 at 3:30 p.m. in the Roseland center. The focus of this class is on the many benefits of long-held, seated yoga poses paired with free movements to unwind the body from its long-held patterns.

Participants will lengthen tissues that connect, wrap and interweave muscles and experience the freedom of body-guided movement. This helps to increase range of motion and free up areas of limitation.

All levels welcome. Dress comfortably and bring own mat. The cost is $10 per class.

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“Chair Yoga” is for adults. It will be held Dec. 14, Dec. 21 and Dec. 28 at 3 p.m. in the Roseland center. Whether new to yoga, are an older adult, or know and love yoga but can no longer get up and down from the floor easily, try chair yoga. All poses are done seated or standing next to a chair.

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journey into the frozen swamp to search for winter visitors and lingering fall migrants that call the heart of western Essex County home. Meet at the West Caldwell Stop & Shop.

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ite song or a piece of artwork. For example, 16 percent of Americans who have done a home design project look to the outdoors for inspiration when planning home design projects, while 15 percent look to architecture. Maybe you’re struck by the colors of the sunset in your family’s summer beach vacation photos or the amazing brick pattern you saw wandering through a historic neighborhood. Consider what colors and patterns grab you and evoke the feeling you want to have within your space.

And once you find them, snap a photo and reference it as you’re designing.

Curate Inspiration Been a while since you took a vacation? Don’t live in an architecturally awe-inspiring locale? Social media

is a great proxy. In fact, of Americans who have done a home design project, 33 percent look to social media for inspiration. Just like the pros, create a design plan for your space, but make it easy by using a site like Pinterest. Create boards for color combinations, materials and textures that attract your eye, so you can define your ideal look.

Many Pins are shoppable, making it simple to purchase your perfect home décor products with just a click.

While making design decisions, don’t worry about being “on-trend.” If you stay focused on what styles speak to you personally -- as well as the functionality your room needs to support -you’ll create a space that feels uniquely yours. (StatePoint)

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