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By Cheryl Conway erchandise is selling out quickly at the Cherokee Trading Post in Budd Lake, which is closing its doors after 73 years in business. The closing sale began in April and as of early May the store “sold outâ€? moccasins and has “some kids’ stuff left,â€? says Tracy Tom, co-owner with her husband Robert. “We’ve gotten a lot of traffic through the sale; it’s going pretty quickly,â€? she says, with all merchandise marked down 50 percent. Tom says the business should be closed by the end of next month. It is even selling the furniture, fixtures, “everything needs to go.â€? A New Jersey landmark, the Cherokee Trading Post has been one of those specialty stores drawing in customers both near and far. It has been the place to go for Cowboy boots, Western wear, moccasins, South Western dĂŠcor, giftware, sweaters, jewelry, jeans, some consignment and novelty items. “We get people who’ve been coming to us for 60 years,â€? says Tom. “It’s an unusual, unique type of store. Around here, there’s nothing like it.â€? Since they’ve announced their closing sale, “people coming in telling us their coming forever stories,â€? she says. “We were so busy in the 90’s,â€? says Tom, with the “linedancing craze. People wanted to wear their outfits; it was really big then.â€? * ER OME 3 #OHEN $-$

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Sales have been dropping, Tom admits, and the store reduced its hours in January. “We were always seven days a week,� she says. “Over the years, things have changed, the way people shop, the way people purchase. It’s not the way it used to be.� Tom’s parents, Alan and Barbara Typinski of Mansfield, own the building, and passed down the business when they retired in 2008 to her and Rob. The Typinski’s had been running it since 1993. Unlike other stores going out of business because of rent continued on next page

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continued from previous page demands, the owners of the Trading Post are closing shop due to challenges of raising a family and running a business, says Tom. They have three daughters, ages 12, 14 and 16. “It’s at a point, it’s tough on a family; it’s a seven-day week job,” says Tom. They did have some employees, but now, “it’s just us.” For a number of years, they would travel to trade shows as far as Colorado, Tennessee and Arizona to get their merchandise. Prices ranged from affordable items such as cigars to expensive items such as six-foot statues of Indians with decorative carvings. Now, most of the merchandise can be ordered online, she says, except for the handmade items- “you have to touch it and see it.” Working at the Cherokee Trading Post since she was in college, and as owner for the past eight years in charge of bookkeeping and paperwork, Tom says closing the store “it’s a little bittersweet. It’s been such a big part of my life, but we are ready to move on and change things a little.” “It’s been great,” says Tom. “You meet a lot of great people.” She had learned a lot about history, the Native American products, the stories, the legend, the lore that go with it.” As iconic as the items it sold over the years, the history of how the Cherokee Trading Post came to be is a story all its own. The business officially began in 1943, by a traveling bible salesman who came over to NJ in 1939 from Mars Hills, NC.

At the age of 19, Francis Edwards, the son of a widowed mother and the oldest of 11 children, left his home on a tobacco farm in an effort to help support his family. Near his home in NC, there were women who lived in the mountains who made bedspreads, hung them on the front porch, in the hopes of selling them to tourists. Edward brought that idea to NJ in 1943 when he started to sell bedspreads at a roadside stand at an abandoned gas station he rented in Budd Lake, the exact location of the Cherokee Trading Post, according to Tom. Shortly after, Edwards made an agreement with the Cherokees at the Qualla Reservation to pedal their products as well. Bedspreads and other merchandise were soon displayed on clotheslines in an attempt to catch the attention of motorists as they passed by on Route 46, she says. As his business grew, his siblings left NC to join him and start more locations. Over the years, Edwards started several Trading Posts, many of which began at abandoned gas stations; they would live in trailers behind the station like gypsies, she says. His brother, Jesse was running the store in Budd Lake while his sister Louella was working at a Trading Post in upstate NY. In 1962, Jesse moved to Florida so Louella, who was ready to run a store of her own, came to NJ. In 1963, when Route 46 was widened, she built a structure. That building has expanded over the years to its current size, adorned with its teepee, horse and Indian on the roof. For years, Route 46 was the main route to travel since

Route 80 was not yet complete, says Tom. “Louella ran a great business selling souvenirs, rugs, blankets, pottery and authentic Indian goods to tourists and vacationers on their way to the Delaware Water Gap and the Poconos,” Tom explains. “When Route 80 was completed, the Cherokee Trading Post went through some changes which included the addition of western wear in 1973. When the tourists no longer passed by her shop, Louella was forced to come up with new products. For her it was simple, because what went better with authentic Indian goods than cowboys!” In 1993, Louella was ready to retire and move south to be closer to family. The Trading Post was purchased by Alan and Barbara Typinski who had been longtime fans of the shop. “He had been in there a couple of times,” says Tom about her father, “when I was younger. He always liked the store.” He had owned an office machine company in Paramus for 30 years, says Tom, and “he was ready for something different.” The Typinski’s became the second owners until they retired after 15 years and passed the store onto the Toms in 2008. "We are so thankful for all of the years we have spent being a part of this store and the community,” says Tom. “We are ready to move on to other things in life, and will look back fondly on all of the years spent at the Trading Post. We are ready to try something different.” The store will be closing when all merchandise has been sold. Store hours are Sat., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (973) 347-1228 for more information.

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ost pools are not even open yet and summer vacations await. Ladies, it is not too late to get that beach body ready in tone and in shape. Walking is great, as well as running on a treadmill but for a more intense workout that involves cardio, muscle toning and support from women trying to feel and look better as well, Mt. Olive Recreation offers an ideal affordable solution. Not sure or feel intimidated about joining a new class, come take advantage of a buy one class get one free throughout May to see if the program is a good fit. A variety of classes are held seven days a week to work all muscles to keep the body healthy and strong. Different instructors teach the classes to add a fresh style with each workout. Mon., 6 p.m.– 10/10/10/10 Cardio Intervals. Tues., 7 p.m. - Buts & Guts. Wed., 6 p.m. Pilates; 7 p.m. – Kickbox. Thurs., 7 p.m.- Zumba. Fri., 7 a.m. - Interval Intensity. Sat., 9 a.m.- 3 Minute Cardio Blast.

Sun., 9 a.m. - 15/15/15 (Step/Kickbox/Toning). Current specials are BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE walk in classes for the month of May. Recreation offers several options to participants. Join for one month for $55, includes unlimited classes. Join for four month special, unlimited classes, $160 (seasonal). Join for three months, unlimited classes, $140 with sign-ups in February, June & October. 12 Class Card, three month expiration, $75; or per class fee is $10 at the door. Classes are held at the Mt. Olive Senior Center. Site may change based on township requirements. For more information, contact Laura at (973) 903-0453. Register online with MasterCard or Discover or contact Recreation to pay by check or cash 973-691-0900 x 7263, 7264. Visit rec.mountolivetownship.com.

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he Mt. Olive Public Library plans to will host a College Funding Seminar on Tues., May 31, at 7 p.m. in the Gathering Room. This free seminar will discuss how parents of college-bound high school sophomores and juniors can receive $2,500 - $25,000 per year that most don’t even know about. The seminar will cover why some middleclass and upper-middle class parents pay close to nothing for their children’s college education; how to double or triple eligibility

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Coordinator Of MO Sparklers Passes Baton And Retires After 30 Years

By Cheryl Conway hen Nancy Hayes of Budd Lake moved to Mt. Olive three decades ago she was disappointed to find that there was no organized baton twirling program offered. “I saw the parade and said ‘what no twirlers?’” says Hayes, 57, after moving west from Bergen County. Hayes grew up in the sport, twirling since the age of eight as her mom, Margaret Brandsema of Bogota, was the coordinator of Denim Dolls, a recreational group of baton twirlers in that area. Hayes contacted the Mt. Olive Recreation Department and in 1986 she began the first baton twirling program in town. Offered to local girls ages five to 15, the Mt. Olive Sparklers baton twirling recreational program recently held its 30 year annual recital at the CMS school gymnasium. Held Fri., April 15, at 7 p.m., 12 girls performed baton twirling routines for about an hour. To celebrate the 30th anniversary, about 75 family and friends attended. Hayes spoke about the program and an-

nounced that this was her last annual celebration as her plans were to retire as instructor and coordinator. “Thirty years was a good landmark,” explains Hayes, who figures it is time for “passing the baton,” to others who may have fresh ideas. She is hoping that some former Sparkler students “bring it back and keep it going.” The greatest aspect of the program was that “it was never competitive,” says Hayes, who works as a real estate paralegal. “All of the girls were part of the team,” she says. “There was that ongoing team spirit all the time. They walked away with confidence and self-esteem. They were not judged. They were performing and had a skill.” Participation was always high with an average of 30 twirlers. Girls were grouped by age and ability. “I would categorize them according to skill,” she says, whether beginner, intermediate or advanced. Twirling a baton takes dexterity, practice, mobility, coordination and rhythm.

“I had girls start out without rhythm,” says Hayes, even those that were not great twirlers. But through the program, “they gained rhythm and determination. They gain more confidence and self-esteem.”

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continued from page 6 With cheerleading, you either make the team or not. The Sparklers were never like that.” When Hayes - who learned all of her baton skills from her mom who was a majorette in high school - started the program she was the only instructor and had 48 girls signed up. She would teach three to four classes back to back. After a few years, she got more instructors to teach the classes, which have been held once a week, Monday evenings, for 45 minutes at CMS for 24 weeks from Oct. through April. Counting the number of twirlers over the past 30 years, Hayes figures she has taught about 750 twirlers skills that have included tricks such as the pancake or flat spin, figure eight, two-handed spin, Ferris wheel, elbow rolls, neck rolls, tosses, thumb toss, under the leg, double leg toss, toss and spin three times. Routines were always choreographed to music and they incorporated twirling of flags as well. During the years, the Sparklers have marched in local Memorial Day and Firemen’s parades. Some of her students even went on to twirl competitively with the award-winning Mt. Olive Highlighters, she says proudly. Participation was lower this year, with only 12 girls

signed up and just two instructors. “I am so grateful to have had the talents of wonderful instructors over the years who were a big part of the success of the Mt. Olive Sparklers: Christa Ciebzoka, Faith and Samantha Keastead, Kelsey Oesmann, Janeen Ridings, Jessica Merring, Karen Lang and Sherri and Lauren McBride,” says Hayes. Her daughters, Jennifer, 37, and Heather, 33, both were twirlers in her program for about eight years. “It was always my hope someone will take it over,” says Hayes, who plans to become a certified Holistic Nutrition counselor. One of her current instructors is graduating college and moving on with her career, and another is moving to Springfield. If no one takes it over, Hayes may offer a baton twirling workshop for eight weeks. With “so many activities going on in town,” the interest in twirling may not happen, she admits. “It’s a wonderful program,” she says, adding that she’s always had the support from parents. “It’s so much more than baton twirling; by the third year, they blossom into a confident, brave young girl. The more you practice the better you get at it.” Hayes has enjoyed working with the girls, watching them grow, seeing how much they enjoyed the program and

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gaining friendships with them and their parents. “It was just very rewarding,” she says. “The girls always did an amazing job so I was always proud.” Looking back, Hayes’ recalls one of her most memorable moments, when she had 48 girls in the program. “We put names in a hat; chose the name Mt. Olive Sparklers.” One of the mothers, who was an artist, drew a drum majorette. “That became our logo.” During the annual celebration in 1988, each twirler had a carnation, so at the end of the recital, Hayes was holding 48 carnations. One sparkling moment Hayes will always hold on to.

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RE/MAX Heritage Properties Welcomes New Community Minded Associates E/MAX Heritage Properties has added three new associates, each bringing their own unique flair to the

team. Area residents may know Carol Borman from her 33 years as a teacher in Long Valley, where she also grew up. Now she has joined the award-winning RE/MAX Heritage team in Chester to continue her tradition of helping local residents. “I am looking forward to helping people find that special home where their families can blossom and develop wonderful memories,” she says. She understands how important finding the right family home is; she and her husband of 38 years, Gary, raised four children in the community. They also have three grandchildren. A 36-year veteran of realty, Patricia "Taffy" Holvenstot joins the Chester office. The award-winning realtor has a special interest in working with horse farms, though she has represents a variety of buyers and sellers. “I [also] promote environmental consciousness in homes and home building,” she

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says, earning her a “Green Designation” by the National Association of Realtors. A resident of Chester, Holvenstot is active in the Chester Historical Society and Chester Garden Club, which maintains gardens and flower pots downtown. Raffaele "Ralph" Ruggiero also joins the Flanders team with realty experience under his belt. A Circle of Excellence, Diamond Society realtor, Ruggiero is a local family man, Marine, businessman, and volunteer. He dedicates himself to making sure that emergency responders, military, and teachers are able to attain their dream homes. Active in the Mt. Olive Recreation Department and several local charities, Ruggiero was attracted to RE/MAX Heritage Properties’ dedication to community. “It was a natural fit! The care that the office shows the Mt. Olive community is outstanding,” he says. He and his wife have lived in Mt. Olive for 16 years. They have four children. To reach Borman, call her cell, 908-5819205; Ruggiero at 973-607-7855; and Holvenstot at 908-303-5539.

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First Annual Car Show To Benefit Area Food Banks

By Elsie Walker urns Construction Maintenance believes in giving back. In that spirit, it’s putting on the Burns first Annual Car Show on June 12; rain date June 19, to benefit the food banks in Morris County and Ocean and Monmouth counties. The show will be held on the Burns grounds located at 1 Goldmine Road in Flanders. There will be ample show area, and ample parking for spectators. All makes and models of cars are welcome. The pre-registration fee is $15. On the day of the show, registration will be $20 and will start at 8 a.m. The show opens to the public at 10 a.m. There will be food, vendors, raffles, and music, too. A Best in Show trophy, voted on by the spectators, will be given. As something special for kids, Rizzo’s Reptile Discovery will be on hand. Contact Dana at (973) 347-0300 or e-mail at dana@burnscm.com for pre-registration. The fundraiser is a group effort at Burns Construction Maintenance, but it was the owner, Michael Burns, who came up with the idea to make it a car show. Cars are an interest of his. Last year, a car rally fundraiser was done. However, as a car collector who goes to car shows himself, this year the decision was to do one. Burns owns two classic Olds 442s and plans on exhibiting them during at the event.

Besides the cars at the show, there will be a food vendor selling hot dogs and hamburgers and a tricky tray. For those that bring their kids, there will be something to make them happy in the form of Rizzo’s Reptile Discovery, a neighboring business to Burns’ which does reptile and wildlife educational programs. As to the reason why the food banks in Morris and Ocean and Monmouth counties were chosen to receive the show proceeds, it is to give back to the industry and area where Burns Construction Maintenance does business. The company provides fixtures, fix-outs, and construction maintenance to grocery stores, retail stores, commercial and industrial entities. As the company works in the food industry, with supermarkets, it wanted to help in a way associated with that. The need of the food banks is great. What is a food bank? As the website for Morris County Food Banks and Soup Kitchens explains, “Food Banks are distribution hubs. They supply the food to the soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters etc. They in turn provide that food to the individuals that need it. Food Banks do not directly serve individuals in need.” As to the volume of food involved, the FoodBank of Ocean and Monmouth counties’ site (http://www.foodbankmoc.org/) shares, “Today, the FoodBank distributes more than 10 million meals annually through a network of over 300 feeding programs.

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Theater Dance Provides Care Packages To Veterans

By Cheryl Conway arlier this year, Theater Dance Center in Flanders held its Dance For Heroes event to support local veterans and through an extra collection, the dancers were able to provide care packages to Lyons Veterans Administration Hospital. At the end of March, Millene Schetlick, owner and assistant director of Theater Dance Center in Flanders, assembled the packages with some volunteers and then delivered 60 care packages with two of her students to the hospital filled with $540 of care items collected and donated. The All Veterans Memorial in Mt. Olive “donated a bunch of stuff,� says Schetlick, which was a great help. The care packages, which were handed out to the veterans who are patients at the Lyons Hospital, were reusable tote bags filled with soaps, personal care and hygiene items, combs, lotions, socks, underwear, hand-towels, puzzles, books, pens and flashlights.

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who attended, some were unwilling to attend and donate based on the scandal. “I had it advertised; I had a contract with them,� says Schetlick. “It was fairly successful. It was our first year trying it.� With the extra collected, Schetlick decided the Lyons Hospital would be a reliable recipient for the care packages. “One hundred percent goes to guys there,� says Schetlick, whether they are continued on next page

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some attention.� Supporting the veterans is fitting for the dance center as one of its former students is a retired marine who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. This year’s gala featured 48 dance numbers in genres including ballet, hip hop, jazz, music theater and contemporary. Representatives of Lyons VA Hospital plan to attend the upcoming AVM Memorial Remembrance Ceremony and Theater Dance will be volunteering. Already thinking about next year’s gala, Schetlick plans to donate to Lyons VA Hospital again as well as the local AVM.

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Cycling Adventure Leads MOHS Alumnus Into Refurbished Path Shared In First Book

By Cheryl Conway ust as biking 3,400 miles across the United States is far from easy, getting through college these days can be just as difficult. Without the right balance, one can fall off. Like life, expect bumps in the road, hurdles to climb, challenges to face. If the wrong path is taken, choose a different path and find the way. But no matter the task at hand, know there are others pedaling alongside. These are the life-lessons recently learned and shared by longtime Mt. Olive resident Eric Wagner, a 2008 graduate of Mt. Olive High School. Wagner, 25, shares his journey of his inspirational bicycling road trip he took with his father, Ralph, three years ago, and the struggles he faced as a college student, in his first, newly released book, “Leaving It On The Road- A Memoir.” Wagner, who grew up in Hackettstown, currently lives in San Francisco, but came home for his book launch/signing on Sun., May 15, at the Mine Brook Golf Club. With 120 people expected, including five or six bicyclists from his team, Wagner planned on having 200 copies at the launch for sale and for signing. Self-published through iUniverse on March 28, “Leaving It On The Road,” is not yet available in book stores. Readers can order through iUniverse or Amazon for $20.99 hard copy; $4 in kindle or e-book. Wagner, who uses his writer’s name R.E. Wagner, is hoping to get it in book stores down the road, and set up some public readings soon. Wagner recommends his 265 page book for readers 18 to

24 years old, adventurists, cyclists and anyone interested in a father/son non-fiction journey. “The ride profoundly changed Eric’s life with lessons learned riding through sweltering deserts, up towering mountains, across endless plains, through small towns and big cities, and finally in the shared stories and struggles of his 21 America by Bicycle teammates from all over the world,” as described in a press release about the book launch. As the youngest cyclist on his team, Wagner says “I started out with one dad and I ended up with 20,” as they “all gave me advice. “I still keep in touch with them.” With a degree in journalism and creative writing from James Madison University, Wagner had not planned on writing a book just yet. Faced with some challenges during his college years led Wagner into accepting an offer to go on a 33-day epic adventure from April to May 2013 with his father who asked him to ride along. “I was struggling with some inner demons” in 2012, Wagner explains, both mentally and physically. “Mom and dad saw that and they invited me on the bike trip.” Raising two kids, Wagner’s dad, Ralph, had always wanted to go on the bike trip but was waiting for the right time. Wagner decided to start a daily blog, www.leavingitontheroad.com, ‘to document my training and the ride itself,” he explains. It was not until the summer after the bike ride that he thought about writing a book about “how this journey can have an impact in other people’s lives.” After the bike ride, Wagner took an internship with a phar-

maceutical advertising company as a copy editor and soon realized that working nine to five “was very much unfulfilling for me.” He knew “if I wanted to make it I need to work really hard.” He spent one year writing the book, and another 18 months rewriting and editing. But with hard work and long hours, Wagner self-published his own book. “As long as you continue to work hard, there’s no reason to give up on that dream,” says Wagner, “as long as you have friends and family who understand,” whether it’s getting through college, surviving up to 11 hours a day on a bike trek across country and writing a book. continued on next page

continued from previous page The theme of his book centers around “coming back from a place; a journey of self discovery and personal forgiveness. He deemed it a “coming of age” that “post college graduates can face” like anxiety and depression, Wagner explains. “College is the most amazing time” but so many uncertainties can arise such as one’s major, professions, expectations gone awry. “Writing the book was a way for me to

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share my story with people and let them know they are not alone,” says Wagner. “We are all in this together; we should be talking and sharing.” “Leaving It On The Road,” combines humor, honesty and details. It “is extremely descriptive; puts you in the place and time. You don’t have to leave your seat to come on the ride with me. It’s for anyone struggling to find the passion again; for those struggling to

get back to their happiness. Hopefully they can find the answers or find a start. “In this day and age when people are struggling to find themselves,” Wagner’s memoir “helps people think of their own lives and own reflections.” Since Wagner started his blog, he has raised close to $5,000 for the Allison Parker Memorial Scholarship Fund, a scholarship charity to assist aspiring journalists in honor of his college friend who was tragically murdered in Aug. 2014. He plans to allocate a portion of his proceeds from the sale of his book toward this charity. Since the bike ride, Wagner moved out to San Francisco three months ago with a woman, Annie Marshall of Rivervale, he had started dating the summer after his journey. He is currently a spin instructor and certified personal fitness trainer “All fitness trends originate in the West Coast,” Wagner explains as motivation for his temporary move. “I wanted to go out on an adventure and try something new,” before settling down. Wagner had secret plans to propose to Marshall at the book launch. As far as writing, his plan is to get involved in context writing for fitness and write a series of additional adventure, fitness or travel books using the “leaving it on the road

brand” such as hiking the west trail of the Appalachian calling it “Leaving It On the Trail” or “Leaving It On The Peak.” A 100 mile bike ride led Wagner into a discussion with his mom, Lisa Smith Wagner- also a published author. He realized, “When you are on the bike you leave all those fears on the road.” Since his trip, Wagner discovers that “life doesn’t really pan out the way you think it is; in the movies, the credits don't roll with you riding off into the sunset on your bike as a changed man. Fear still exists. The bike ride gave me strength to deal with those fears. Asking for help, it’s the biggest sign of strength.” He says, “we all need help sometimes and whether you want to write a book, sail across the Atlantic, or get a six-pack, or get sober, you need to surround yourself with people who are going to support you and get you that extra mile, metaphorically or sometimes literally in my case.” He realizes, “Each and every one of us are so much stronger and more capable than we allow ourselves to dream or believe. If you are willing to push your mind and body and reach past your comfort zone to grow and test your self-perceived limits, amazing things can happen and you will discover new opportunities.”

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MOHS Plans 30 Year Reunion

he Mt. Olive High School Class of 1986 30 Year Reunion is set for Nov. 12, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., at the Courtyard Rockaway in Mt. Arlington. Tickets are $75 for appetizers and premium open bar. Payment Accepted at: PayPal.Me/MOHS1986/75. Contacts are John Biondi and Anita Er-

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ay brings Mt. Olive Public Library many fun and free programs for children. Enjoy Bingo Fun: Play for fun and prizes, on Wed., May 25, at 5 p.m., for grades

kindergarten through fifth. No registration required. For further information call the Youth Services Department at 973-691-8686, ext. 104.

Kiwanis Club Collects For Food Pantry

he Kiwanis Club of Mt. Olive has established food donation bins at several local businesses to support the Mt. Olive Food Pantry. The food pantry is located within the Christ Episcopal Church in Budd Lake. Donations at these food donation bins will be accepted during regular business hours at Optimal Family Chiropractic in Flanders; and the following Budd Lake locations: Bob Scirocco, Esq.; Eastern Asian Bistro; Mt. Olive Burger Co.; Adam’s Fam-

ily Restaurant; and Das Creamery. Kiwanis is a community organization, dedicated to “Serving the Children of the World” and their families. For volunteer opportunities, please contact Richard J. Moore, Jr., president at 973-770-3575, rjmoorejr@optonline.net or visit www.mtolivekiwanis.org. For further information regarding the Mt. Olive Food Pantry, contact Susan Morse, Pantry administrator, at 862-2513938 or smorse15@optonline.net.

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Flanders All American Car/Truck/Motorcycle Show To Benefit Transplant Patients

By Elsie Walker n Oct. 7, 2004, Bill Shawl, who was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, received a gift of life: a double lung transplant. That transplant gave him seven more years of life. He died from cancer on Oct. 6, 2011. Wanting to help others like their father, Shawl’s family founded A Shawl of Hope Organ Transplant Support Foundation, a registered 501C3 organization, to help provide aid to transplant victims and their families. Inspired by Shawl’s love of car and his patriotism, a yearly fundraiser, the Annual AllAmerican Car, Motorcycle and Truck Show, was started. On June 5, the third Annual All-American Car, Motorcycle and Truck Show is set to be held at The Mall at 206 in Flanders. 100 percent of the proceeds will go to the foundation. Registration starts at 8 a.m.; the show starts at 10 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. There will be DJ, raffle prizes, and 50/50. Only American cars, no imports, take part. All entered vehicles will be judged. Trophies will be given in all classes plus a Best of Show award and a Fans Choice award. Fire trucks will also be on display. Early registration is $15. Regis-

tration on the day of the event is $20. Free tshirts are given to the first 25 registrants. The t-shirts are $10 the day of the show. Spectator admission is free. The rain date is June 11. For more information, contact Storm Shawl at 973-713-8604. In explaining how the foundation got its name, A Shawl of Hope Organ Transplant Support Foundation, its president, Storm Shawl, noted that it was his sister who came up with the idea. It is a play on words on their last name. “A shawl protects you; it is like angels wings over a heart,” he said. The foundation hopes to give that feeling to those it helps. In 2015, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Foundation was the recipient of $2,000 to aid its transplant patients and their families. In explaining why an all-American car/motorcycle/truck show was picked as a fundraiser, Storm Shawl said it is the type of an event that would appeal to his dad. “He was very patriotic,” he said. Also, he enjoyed old car shows and watching car auctions on TV. It was a good way to honor my father.” In addition to those vehicles competing

for trophies, firehouse ladder trucks from Flanders and Budd Lake will be on display. Storm Shawl is a Flanders volunteer firefighter. In reflecting on the location of the show, Shawl noted that it “works out good for everyone.” It provides an excellent location for the show, which expects, weather-permitting, about 100 – 125 vehicles to be on display. For the mall, it gives people the chance to visit it and see what it offers, including the Mall’s eateries for those who want to grab a bite after viewing the show. There will be a 50/50 and Tricky Tray.

Shawl shared that the Tricky Tray will have “great prizes” on which to take a chance and people don’t have to be there when the drawing is done to win. Past prizes have included items such as autographed sports memorabilia. A variety of area businesses are sponsors for this year’s event. For more information on the foundation, visit its Facebook page: A Shawl of Hope Organ Transplant Support Foundation Inc. For more information on the All-American Car, Motorcycle and Truck Show contact Storm Shawl at 973-713-8604.

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Super Kind Heroes Touch Hearts On Annual Tour

By Cheryl Conway hey sang to senior citizens, donated food to feed the hungry, mailed letters to cheer soldiers and purchased caps to be worn for children combatting cancer. Friday, April 29, was a busy day for the second graders at Chester M. Stephens in Budd Lake who got to act like super heroes as participants in the 2016 Kindness Tour. In its eighth year, the annual tour has been a positive adventure for students to sprinkle and spread kindness throughout the community. “The day was perfect from start to finish,” says Ann Scotland, CMS second grade teacher and organizer of the Kindness Tour. “The weather held out for which we are grateful. As the students came to school they couldn’t miss the beautiful lawn signs on Sunset Drive that offered support from our school neighborhood.” For this year’s tour, 125 students participated filling three busses and about 20 parents following in their cars. “Second grade might be the helping hands of the

invited to take part in this collection too,” and each second grader had to bring in one pair. The tour ended at the Mt. Olive Post Office in Budd Lake to mail letters of gratitude to the troops. Once back at the school,

after a celebratory lunch, the students had a visit with the Love Your Melon Crew from Montclair State University. “They shared how they formed this crew at college in order to spread kindness to children who are battling

cancer. We then made cards for the children that are sick, and the crew will be giving them out with the caps.” Scotland explains that the second grade teachers heard about the Love Your Melon Crew from Facebook. continued on next page

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Run which provides food to homeless in NYC. The food was a school wide collection, with several huge boxes of canned goods being donated. Each second grader was requested to offer three canned goods as a part of their bus pass, says Scotland. “We also gave a gift card for Shop-Rite in case we missed anything,” says Scotland. “Two huge boxes of new socks were also offered to give to the homeless in NYC. The entire school was

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our students. They also put a new spin on what a “Superhero” is. In truth, we can all be a hero simply by being kind. We made that our theme of the day.” The CMS school family was asked to go to www.loveyourmelon.com and give Montclair’s crew the credit if they chose to purchase. The caps are $30, so the cap purchase

was left optional. “Several students and teachers did have on caps the day of the tour so I know we sold a nice amount for them,” says Scotland. A live Google Hangout was also provided when they spoke with the students. “It was our goal to help them get the word out,” she says. This college crew was also walking in a Relay for Life the night of the tour, so CMS donated money towards their team as a ‘thank you.’ For givers and takers of the Kindness Tour, “Everybody’s heart is touched differently throughout the day,” says Scotland. “For me, the trip highlights all of the lessons from the school year. We take each skill that the students have acquired and put them into practice in this beautiful way. The use of collaboration, conversation, reading, writing, math, singing and art all blended together to make a difference out in the world. With this hands on experience, the children are able to see it, feel it and in the end embrace it so that they will sprinkle all that they do in the future with kindness. Robert Clancy offered a quote that sums it up: “We all have the capacity to be a su-

perhero. In order to become one, you just have to find your unique power or ability and exploit it for the greater good. The cape and mask are optional accessories but a kind heart is essential.” Scotland says, “As an educator, it will forever be my goal to help my students identify their unique ability and take it out into the world to make a difference. If I’ve really done my job right, they will blend their talents with others and work as one. With every tour each little boy or girl is able to see the reflection of a hero through the use of his/her heart and mind. There is no better lesson.” In addition to the annual Kindness Tour, CMS finds creative ways each year to initiate kindness “We try to sprinkle lessons with kindness whenever we can,” says Scotland. Recently the committee worked with a Boy Scout Troop and had Buddy Benches made. We will be painting them and putting them to use for the next school year. They will be placed on the playground, and when a child needs a friend they will sit on this bench until one arrives.”

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MO Police Receive 2016 ReAccreditation

he New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police encourages police departments to seek accreditation by adopting best professional practices. The New Jersey State Chiefs have a Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (LEAC) to review voluntary applications for accreditation and insure best practice standards are issued in policy and followed in action. These standards reflect one hundred (104) best practices in five functional areas of police operation: Administrative, Personnel, Operations, Investigations, and Arrestee/Detainee/Prisoner Handling. Review of policy and proofing that police operations are consistent with the standards is done by Assessors of the Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission. The Mount Olive Township Police Department received its initial accreditation in 2013. Accreditation is valid for three (3) years during which time the police department must submit annual reports attesting to their continued compliance with those

standards under which it was initially accredited. Since initial accreditation, the entire police department has worked hard towards maintaining our standing. That effort was led by Accreditation Manager Sgt. Michael Cordileone and Acting Sgt. Eric Anthony. They were assisted in the endeavor by former Accreditation Manager Lt. Michael Spitzer and Officer Marianne Wurtemberg. In November of 2015, a team of Assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police came to the Mt. Olive Police Department to do an on-site assessment and to examine all aspects of our police departments’ policy and procedures. In March of this year, Chief Mark Spitzer and members of the accreditation team met with the New Jersey Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission in South Brunswick, New Jersey. The Commission advised Chief Spitzer that the Mount Olive Township Police Department had passed its assessment and would be Re-Accredited. At last night’s council meeting, Denville Police Chief Chris

Left to right Mark Spitzer, MOPD Chief, Michael Spitzer Lieutenant MOPD, Christopher Wagner Denville Police Chief and President of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Michael Cordileone MOPD, Marianne Wurtemberg MOPD, Stephen Beecher Captain MOPD

Wagner, President of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, made the formal presentation of the Certificate of

Reaccreditation to the Mount Olive Township Police Department.

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Local Student Bends The Cycle With Advice For Kids

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ike Tanious, a Mt. Olive High School junior, has a message he wants young people everywhere to hear: “If I can succeed, you can too. It might take perseverance and sacrifice, but you can do it.” That message has begun resonating throughout the school community and even across the nation thanks to bendthecycle.com, a website that the 16-year-old created. At the heart of the site is Mike’s free e-book that provides inspiration and advice for kids ages 13-24, particularly ones who are growing up in lower income communities. Far from the pop psychology of motivational books and the fortune cookie wisdom of social media memes, “The Cycle Of Poverty And How To Bend It” is chock full of practical information and hyperlinks to external resources. It’s the sort of straight-up info about school, life, and planning for the future that Mike wishes someone had dished out to him when he was younger. The ever evolving guidebook addresses topics such as living in poverty, standardized testing, health, motivation, jobs, college costs, and typical salaries of various occupations. Mike’s personal story is inspirational. He and his mother, Mervat Maher, emigrated from Egypt when he was still in diapers. It was Sept. 8, 2001 – just days before the horrific attacks that would fell the Twin Towers and change not just America but the entire world. He and his mom never really settled down, instead moving from community to community. Then, three years ago while living in another New Jersey county, Mike became disillusioned with the quality of the school system he was in. Understanding that education is fundamental to bettering life, he hit the Internet and soon discovered the opportunities available at MOHS. It didn’t take much to persuade his mother to leave their old town and head to Mt. Olive. At MOHS, he found teachers who care, friends with similar interests, and a school environment that allowed him to grow and excel. “Coming to Mt. Olive High School was a rebirth for me,” Mike said.

With his mom owning and running a small grocery store, Mike had what might be considered a dream life to those in the impoverished and politically turbulent streets of Cairo where he was born. The family wasn’t rich, quite the contrary, but they were happy and making it on their own. Then things took a turn and what happened next is a reminder that the lives of most of us are just one shaky domino away from collapsing in a chain reaction. Maher became ill, which forced the family business to close. With no income coming in, Mike had to navigate through the murky waters of public assistance and begin working 30 hours a week to help the family make ends

meet – all while enrolled in honors and AP classes at MOHS, participating in an internship, and taking business courses at County College of Morris (CCM). Those trials and tribulations, which most kids would keep deeply private, made Mike realize his experiences gave him the power to help young people faced with similar challenges. The bravery to be so forthcoming about his circumstances is undoubtedly one of the reasons why he and the site have been garnering such attention. With a feature article on the national news site “The Daily Beast,” interest from the Ellen DeGeneres show, and school districts wanting to use Mike's e-book as a resource, continued on next page

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Bend The Cycle is in the process of becoming a registered non-profit organization and recently distributed its first donations – $200 to a school in Camden for STEM supplies. Down the road, Mike and Abdul Saeed, a member of MOHS’ Class of 2015 who serves as the organization’s manager of social media, would like to see the website

serve as a forum where young people can share experiences about all facets of life. The message of education as a key to bending the cycle of poverty, however, will remain the cornerstone. The fact that the message is trumpeted by an immigrant and his right hand man who spent his middle years in Pakistan, however, should not be lost on anyone. “In Pakistan, I saw kids begging on the

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side of the road and digging through garbage to find something to eat,� Abdul said, who is studying business at CCM. “These kids would give anything for one day in the educational system we go through for 12 years. We are that privileged. We just take education for granted. I can’t see people giving away the gift that they’ve been given. Education is the key to it all and we have to get that message across.�

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Two Local Dentists Held Free Dental Seminar

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By Cheryl Conway n just one week, gatherings will be held across the nation to remember and celebrate the soldiers who have fought in wars to protect the country. Local residents do not need to travel far to take part, as the All Veterans Memorial (AVM) Memorial Day Remembrance program- Celebrating Our Fallen Heroes, is set to be held Mon., May 30 at the AVM site located at Turkey Brook Park in Budd Lake. Dedications will begin at 10:30 a.m. and the program will continue through the afternoon with live music, vendors, food, tours and demonstrations. With new elements added to the site every year - funded 100 percent by donations and zero percent by taxpayers’ money- the AVM will dedicate a one-of-a kind War Dog Memorial, WW Purple Heart Parking and Freedom Walkway. A processional march, rather than a parade, will kick off the ceremony at 11:20 a.m., featuring some re-enactors, the Mt. Olive High School Marching Band, Color Guard and MOHS DECA. “A processional march is more appropriate,” says Charlie Wood Uhrmann, originator/founder of the AVM. While many do recognize Memorial Day by holding parades, Uhrmann says the true meaning behind Memorial Day has been lost. “We’ve redefined Memorial Day as the kick-off to summer,” she says. “I think it’s a disservice to Memorial Day and our heroes. Parades were only held when the soldiers came back alive. They should be held on Veterans’ Day. It doesn’t really fit for Memorial Day. Only time [for parades] was when soldiers came home.” For Memorial Day, Uhrmann explains, “This day is very important to family members who lost loved ones.” With that being the case, a picnic theme will follow the ceremony at noon with a USO-like program called Patriots in the Park, which will be set up in the large open field area next to the AVM Ceremonial Complex. The public is invited to enjoy live music, food/beverage vendors, decorated War Heroes, book signings, photographs, guided tours, K-9 demonstrations, rolling memorials, military vehicles on display, educational displays with interesting photos, facts and/or artifacts of U.S. history, informational/service booths offering information and/or demonstrations that benefit or support veterans, families or survivors. “We’d like to encourage people to stay to eat,” says Uhrmann. “The idea is for camaraderie,” especially for those family members who have lost a loved one while serving the nation. “We will have military there; will have families there; we want people to stay to support the families.” Three Memorial Pavers, to recognize three fallen soldiers, will be dedicated and placed on the Purple Heart Bridge this year. A folded American Flag Monument recognizing Amer-

ican heroes will be dedicated “on behalf of a grateful nation,” says Uhrmann. The Freedom Walkway, a handicap walkway leading onto the North Star Seating area, will also be dedicated. Karl Meier of Meier Stone, located in Flanders, volunteered his time, vision and supplies to make this happen and completed the project just a few weeks before the ceremony. Meier was instrumental in getting Unilock Paver Company to donate the product, while he and his friend prepped the site and set the pavers. Also new this year is the Purple Heart/AVM Parking. After a meeting with Mt. Olive Parks and Recreation Manager Jim Lynch, the township has agreed to allow the AVM designated parking which includes two handicap parking, two Purple Heart parking and two AVM Visitor parking only. The six designated parking spaces are closest to the site and will be a permanent fixture. “We’ve had so many elderly people that wanted to gain access to the AVM but the parking lot is filled,” says Uhrmann. The War Dog Memorial will also be unleashed during the AVM ceremony. A new element, the memorial site will feature five war dog heroes with plaques, statues and landscapes depicting their role in the wars they served. Land-

scape and planting were scheduled to be done May 20 during Home Depot’s annual clean-up day and Karl Meier of Meier Stone played an enormous role in helping construct the site. WWII Veteran William “Bill” Wynne will serve as the Keynote Speaker as part of the 11:45 a.m. memorial service. As a K9 trainer and handler of the very first war dog and therapy dog, Smoky The War Dog, a tiny Yorkshire terrier, Wynne is an ideal choice for keynote speaker as it coincides with the dedication of the War Dog Memorial. Other highlights of the day will include live performances by The Emily Youth Project and Americana Troupe, popular local bands that will perform after the ceremony. Some Gold Star Mothers plan to attend; McGuire Airforce Base will have a canine display with demonstrations; war dog associations, such as the U.S. War Dog Association, also plan on attending. The main contributors this year have been the AVM, Sam’s Club, Home Depot, Meier’s Stone and General Electric. For a more detailed description of the ceremony’s itinerary, refer to the itinerary included in the pages of the Mt. Olive News. For more information regarding the AVM and to donate, go to www.allveteransmemorial.org/.

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War Dog Heroes Memorialized At AVM Educational Site

By Cheryl Conway any stories have been shared by men and women who have fought in the nation’s wars, but many war stories that involve “man’s best friend” have been left untold. For those unsung heroes waiting for that ‘decorated bone of honor,’ those stories will soon be shared right in Mt. Olive at the All Veterans Memorial (AVM) War Dog Memorial being dedicated on Mon., May 30, at the AVM Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at Turkey Brook Park. The newest element to be added at the site, the one-of-a kind War Dog Memorial will honor five different war dog heroes. Charlie Wood Uhrmann, originator/founder of the AVM, decided four years ago that she wanted to add the War Dog Memorial element to the AVM because of its importance in history. War dogs as heroes, “It’s a huge component of American history,” says Uhrmann. “It’s an educational facility,” that represents the nation’s presidents, military people who have served, fallen heroes. “These war dogs have saved hundreds of thousands of lives,” says Uhrmann. “They are such a support out on the field. They are very loyal. They are very disciplined. They are very good at what they do. They are very remarkable soldiers. They need to be represented as part of an important aspect of our world.” The War Dog Memorial at the AVM will be one-of a kind, says Uhrmann, who knows of just one other bronze statue of a war dog and a soldier in Holmdel. “I don’t think there’s any other war dog memorial that represents all five war dogs,” she says. “We are the only one that puts them into action.” Each war dog hero will be brought to life with replica statues, constructed and painted, to depict their role as a service dogs during the war in which they served. “The dogs are in the exact landscape that the dogs served in.” The memorial will represent five different war dog heroes, five different types of dogs, five different duties covering five different regions or wars, explains Uhrmann. “Every dog is going to be placed on the middle of working in their war environment; each in its own war theater,” explains Uhrmann. “Each dog will be individually

dedicated during the Memorial Day event at the AVM. Renowned artists will be painting the dogs, specifically to the detail of how the dog looks, specific to size and colors, says Uhrmann. For World War I, “Sergeant Stubby,” was a bull terrier recognized as the first war dog in charge of a detection, first aid and recovery. He served in Germany and is noted for recovering wounded and injured soldiers, Uhrmann describes. “Smoky,” was a Yorkshire terrier who served during World War II, and is recognized as the first therapy dog noted for her work as a scout and messenger. An unknown dog, a Doberman pinscher, served during the Korean War, and is being recognized for his scout and combat duties. “Nemo,” a German shepherd, served during the Vietnam War, and is being noted for his work in sentry and combat. Lastly, for the Global War On Terror, “Gabe,” a yellow Labrador, is being recognized for detecting 126 explosives known as IED’s in Iraq/Afghanistan. “That saved a lot of lives,” says Uhrmann. Each display will include a picture of the actual dog in action, says Uhrmann. War dogs came in different breeds and had multiple duties like combat or recovery. Sentry dogs “were so loyal to their handlers if they got wounded or killed they were no good to anyone,” says Uhrmann, as “they would not leave the body; they would mourn.” History of war dogs, and how laws have improved, has evolved during the years. During the Vietnam War, “they had to leave behind the dogs,” says Uhrmann. “Soldiers were told to pack it up and come home. They lost 4,000 dogs. Handlers were told they couldn’t bring them. This caused huge stress,” to the soldiers she says, as they feared they would be eaten by the Vietnamese. “Some executed their own dog as they didn’t want it to suffer;” others released them to the jungle. Dogs during wartime, “Not only do they save their lives but they provide comfort” to soldiers, she says. “They provide a lot of protection and comfort overseas.” After Vietnam War, this all changed when then President Bill Clinton signed into law a bill agreeing that all war dogs should come home.

Uhrmann began her research more than two years ago on the war dogs and construction began in June 2015, she says. The memorial site for war dogs is in a 60 feet by 50 feet area, four feet high, adjacent to the AVM. Funded through private donations, without the use of taxpayers’ dollars, each War Dog at the memorial has been sponsored by private citizens, matched by GE for one of the replicas, as well as Uhrmann and her husband Scott. Karl Meier of Meier Stone in Flanders “has made everything happen,” notes Uhrmann, who would give him the designs, and “he goes and finds it for us. He’s just stepped up; we need certain elements, to make it happen. His expertise and generosity,” has been a “huge factor” on building the War Dog Memorial site, she says. He’s amazing; such a patriot; he’s blood sweat and tears. He’s all in; he’s always working. It’s so wonderful to have help.” Uhrmann’s love for dogs stems from her youth, when she first started to adopt and

rescue animals, she says. When Bailey, her cocker spaniel she rescued in 2001 died in Dec. 2015, Urhmann was left with her other dog that she adopted from Noah’s Ark 15 years ago, so she decided to adopt two more. In Feb. 2016, she adopted two 13-year old English Cockers rescue dogs, a brother and sister who would have been euthanized after their owner died from a stroke. “They’ve been very ill,” says Uhrmann. “I’m showing them kindness; they are here to be loved so they understand that people are kind.” She says, “I believe animals play one of the most important roles in our lives. They give unconditional love and unconditional loyalty.” Nemo, one of the war dogs recognized, got shot in the face, exited the back of his head, describes Uhrmann. “He still attacked his enemy to protect his handler; he lived. At the end of the day he was missing one eye.”

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Handler OF First War Dog Unleashed At Upcoming Memorial Remembrance Service

By Cheryl Conway ndividuals are not the only ones to be memorialized on Mon., May 31, at the All Veteran’s Memorial Remembrance Day event. War dogs, often referred to as the “unsung heroes,” will be remembered as well. The AVM is proud to introduce William ‘Bill’ Wynne as the keynote speaker for that day. A WWII decorated warrior, Wynne is also recognized as a k-9 trainer and handler of Smoky The War Dog, a tiny Yorkshire terrier who served as the very first war dog and therapy dog. Wynne will speak during the 11:45 a.m. Memorial Day Service and will have with him copies of his memoir “Yorkie Doodle Dandy,” for sale and will sign copies. Recently published May 1, the paperback tells the history and biography of Smoky and the memoirs of her master, Wynne, who trained her during World War II to perform hundreds of tricks. Smoky entertained troops in the far Pacific during 18 months of combat. After the war, Smoky went on to Hollywood, Vaudeville, appearing on pioneer television, as described in the book’s review. Smoky will be part of the new War Dog Display being unveiled during the AVM Remembrance Day event. A new element at the AVM site, funded 100 percent through donations, the War Dog Display features five of the most known War Dog heroes. Born in 1943, Smoky was a “tiny thing,” weighing four pounds and seven inches tall. Her size did not deter her from serving in active war as a therapy animal. In early 1944, an American soldier found her in the New Guinea jungle where she had been abandoned in a foxhole. Initially thinking she belonged to the Japanese, he soon realized that she did not respond to commands given to her in Japanese. He took her

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back to his camp, where she was sold to Wynne, a U.S. Army Corporal, for $6.44, according to her biography. For the next two years, Smoky back-packed and accompanied Wynne on combat flights in the Pacific. “She faced adverse circumstances, living in the New Guinea jungle and Rock Islands, suffering the primitive conditions of tents in equatorial heat and humidity. Throughout her service, Smoky slept in Wynne's tent on a blanket made from a green felt card table cover; she shared Wynne's C-rations and an occasional can of Spam. Unlike the "official" war dogs of World War II, Smoky did not have access to veterinary medicine or a balanced diet formulated especially for dogs. In spite of this, Smoky was never ill.” As described by Wynne, "Smoky served in the South Pacific with the 5th Air Force, 26th Photo Recon Squadron participating in 12 air/sea rescue and photo reconnaissance missions. On those flights, Smoky spent long hours dangling in a soldier's pack near machine guns used to ward off enemy fighters. Smoky was credited with twelve combat missions and awarded eight battle stars. She survived 150 air raids on New Guinea and made it through a typhoon at Okinawa. Wearing a parachute made specifically for her, Smoky parachuted from 30 feet in the air, out of a tree. Wynne credited Smoky with saving his life by warning him of incoming shells on an LST (transport ship). As the ship deck was booming and vibrating from anti-aircraft gunnery, Smoky guided him to duck the fire that hit eight men standing next to them. To Wynne, she was his "little angel from a foxhole." After the war, Smoky and Wynne traveled all over the world to perform demonstrations of her remarkable skills, entertained at veteran hospitals and published several books about their adventures and she performed tricks in 42 live-

television shows. On Feb., 21, 1957, "Corporal" Smoky died unexpectedly at the approximate age of 14. Wynne buried her in a WWII .30 caliber ammo box in the Cleveland Metroparks, Rocky River Reservation in Lakewood, Ohio.

The History Of Memorial Day

hough many people are quick to refer to Memorial Day as the unofficial beginning of summer, the day is much more than that. Initially known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a day to remember those military members who died in service of the country. The origins of Memorial Day remain a topic of debate. In 1966, President Lyndon Johnson declared Waterloo, N.Y. as the official birthplace of Memorial Day. However, the roots of Memorial Day likely run much deeper, as researchers at Duke University note that during the Civil War, organized women's groups in the south had begun to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers. Memorial Day as we know it today can likely be traced to Charleston, S.C., where teachers, missionaries and some members of the press gathered on May 1, 1865 to honor

fallen soldiers. During the Civil War, captured Union soldiers were held at the Charleston Race Course and hundreds died during captivity. Upon their deaths, soldiers were buried in unmarked graves. When the Civil War ended, the May Day gathering was organized as a memorial to all the men who had died during captivity. The burial ground was landscaped, and those freed as a result of the Civil War played an integral role in the event at the Charleston Race Course. While the event in Charleston might have been the first Memorial Day-type celebration in the southern United States, General John A. Logan is often cited as inspiring similar events in the north. As commander-in-chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, a veterans' organization for men who served in the Civil War, General Logan issued a proclamation just five days

after the Charleston event that called for Decoration Day to be observed annually across the country. Logan preferred the event not be held on the anniversary of any particular battle, and thus the day was observed for the first time on May 30. Celebrating the day in May also was significant to event organizers because May is a month when flowers are in bloom, making it easier for observers of the holiday to place flowers on the graves of fallen soldiers. In 1868, events were held at more than 180 cemeteries in 27 states, and those figures nearly doubled in 1869. By 1890, every northern state officially recognized Decoration Day as a state holiday. But southern states honored their dead on a different day until after World War I, when the holiday was changed to recognize Americans who died in any war and not just the Civil War. Nearly every state now celebrates Memorial Day, a name for the holiday first used in 1882, on the last Monday in May.

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Union Influence, Morris View Key Topics For Freeholder Hopefuls

By Lynn Adamo aybe John Sette’s admonition that “we’ve had problems with civility” struck a chord, or candidates themselves just needed a break from the cantankerous tone, but May 9’s debate among Morris County’s Republican freeholder and sheriff candidates likely wasn’t the fireworks display some anticipated. Spectators hoping to hear the kind of incendiary comments that have punctuated portions of this year’s race might’ve been left wondering what happened during what was, by this cycle’s definitions, a tame debate at The Chandelier at Flanders Valley, formerly known at Flanders Valley Wedding & Banquets. The evening was sponsored by Republican clubs of Mt. Olive, the Chesters-Mendhams, and Washington Township and attended by about 125. The event opened with Mt. Olive Council President Joe Nicastro welcoming the crowd. The Republican primary is Tues., June 7. Sette, chair of the county’s Republican Committee, urged candidates to observe a level of decorum during the discussion, and the nine participants largely obliged. “I’ve been doing this 34 years, and I’ve never seen anything like it,” he said in his introduction. “We need to talk about issues and do the right thing for Morris County.” The evening began with moderator Guy Gregg, former state assemblyman for New Jersey’s 24th District, posing questions to the two Republicans, both residents of Boonton Township, seeking to replace outgoing Sheriff Edward V. Rochford, who took office in 1993. James Gannon spent 33 years in law enforcement and global security, including as deputy chief of investigations at the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force and Novartis. He coauthored the “Morris County Counter Terrorism Task Force Manual,” which underscores one philosophical divide with his rival. John Sierchio, endorsed by Rochford, served 27 years in law enforcement in Essex County Sheriff’s Office and police department, and as detective sergeant with the Bloomfield Police Department. He also served as chair of the state’s Police and

Fireman’s Retirement System and is a member of the Boonton Township Board of Education. Their divisions on homeland security, the sheriff’s salary and their own pensions came into focus, as did respective plans for the Morris County Correctional Facility, which the freeholder board assumed responsibility for last September. Previously, it had been the sheriff’s, but escalating overtime and other costs prompted the takeover. Gannon said he would look closely and thoughtfully at proposed salary increases at the facility, which will “go through labor, legal and administrative review first. We’re not going to be arbitrarily signing contracts.” Sierchio suggested his place “on both sides of the table” offers a unique perspective. “We need to sit down with the unions and see what’s needed, what’s deserved,” he said. “Dialogue first — I’ve always been a firm believer in that.” The pair disagreed on the county’s homeland security responsibilities, with Sierchio believing responses to terroristic threats or attacks rest with the federal government, not the sheriff’s office. “We don’t have the resources to respond,” he said. He pledged greater focus on fighting the county’s heroin epidemic. Gannon countered that “a multidisciplinary response” and close collaboration between the county, sheriff’s and prosecutor’s offices, Office of Emergency Management and FBI is required to combat terrorism close to home and is a greater threat than substance abuse. “I can connect the dots very simply,” Gannon said. Both agreed collaboration and shared services are important for police forces across the county. Freeholder hopefuls debate Morris View The seven Republican freeholder candidates agreed deciding the fate of Morris View Nursing Home, which has chronically operated at less-than capacity and is one of a handful of county-owned facilities of its kind in the state, is crucial in the coming term. “We didn’t wake up this morning and say, ‘My God, what happened at Morris continued on next page

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continued from previous page View?’ This has been going on for quite some time. The can keeps getting kicked down the road. ‘Let a successive freeholder board deal with it.’ We’re ready to deal with it,” Randolph Township Mayor Roman Hirniak said of himself and running mates Louis Valori and Peter King. “We need to maintain Morris View for those individuals who can’t afford private care,” Hirniak added. Incumbent Kathryn DeFillippo balked at the charge she and other freeholders haven’t taken time to study the issue. “We’ve been living this for years,” she said. “To suggest we have not done our homework is a joke. We have to find the right fit” and ultimately, she stated, “It’s not for sale.” Douglas Cabana, running with fellow freeholders DeFillippo and Thomas Mastrangelo, was equally adamant. “There will always be a Morris View for the residents of Morris County,” Cabana said, adding that the sitting board received findings of a study it ordered in February and will make “a definitive decision” on the facility by the end of 2016. Former Freeholder John Krickus, running independently, emphasized “there will always be a need for indigent residents of Morris County to have a facility to go to” and “we need to ensure that that need is met.” Krickus and others suggested close study of the three models county administrators have already recommended, including outright sale of the facility, leasing it or leasing it while managing on-site services. Adult day care is one program to consider expanding to fill unused portions of the fa-

cility, King suggested. Union influence debated Gregg asked candidates to outline unions with whom they’d met, and while candidates acknowledged sitting down with teachers and other labor unions, Carpenters Local 254 seemed the evening’s biggest political lightning rod. King and his running mates did not support Local 254’s apprenticeship program because “it took away a municipality’s, and in this instance, the county’s right to negotiate with smaller businesses,” he said. “It conflicted with the contracts law that wants as many people (possible) at the table.” “No matter which four points of the compass of this county you visit, this apprenticeship program is identified as something that will destroy business and is reviled by Republicans,” Hirniak said. Krickus, who said he hadn’t met with the carpenters — “My invitation must’ve gotten lost in the mail” — pointed out that the union’s political director, Anthony Abrantes, was recently appointed to an alternate’s position on the county planning board, a board upon which DeFillippo also serves. Valori and Hirniak deemed the appointment “quid pro quo.” The Edison-based union represents 4,000 carpenters across the state and requires five years of combined on-the-job and school training. It has endorsed Cabana, DeFillippo and Mastrangelo in the coming primary “because we support economic development,” Cabana said. After a round of debate on the topic, Gregg asked the field to signal if they’d ultimately pledge to reject the union’s apprenticeship program, to which each candidate raised a hand.

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Pioneer For Battered Women’s Shelter Finds Creative Ways To Carry On Her Mission

By Cheryl Conway any more have heard her cries for help, and although wonderful, the need in affording a storage place to house all of the generous furniture donations is that much greater. Founder and Director Sandra Ramos of Strengthen Our Sisters (SOS) has found a vacant store at 1621 Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne and has a vision of opening a store there to keep all of the furniture donations much needed by the women she shelters through her organization. The 6,000 square foot space used to be a florist shop, she says. “It’s a great location; has a lot of room; it’s long,” says Ramos of Ringwood. “We get so much stuff that we have to turn it down. We have nowhere to keep it.” Since her call for help a few months ago seeking contributors to help pay for the mortgage at a lower interest rate to keep SOS afloat, Ramos has received close to 30 calls from people who have furniture donations. “Some of it we took,” she says. If donations continue to come in, Ramos says

“we could sell it” at the store and help support SOS. Established in 1977 as Shelter Our Sisters - the first shelter for battered women in North America- the community-based nonprofit organization changed its name to Strengthen Our Sisters and has since grown to eight houses, two day care centers, a food pantry and a thrift store. Through SOS, Ramos provides housing for 155 women and children in shelters located in New Foundland, Wanaque and West Milford. The store in Wayne would be rented to her for $5,000 per month, she says. With ideas already sprouting, she has creative ways to use the space in addition to furniture storage. She was thinking it could be used as a jazz café to feature some students who perform; or even as a craft store, as a place for the women in her shelter to show off their many talents such as artistic ability and sell items for profit. “We have so many women with talents who are living poverty stricken,” says

Ramos. “We have women who are artistic. They can make dolls and pictures, handmade clothes and ceramics.” One of her houses is for older women and “they owned businesses,” she says. “We want to be economically independent rather than dependent,” she adds. “The women can become economically sufficient.”

Ramos’ experience in working 15 years as a waitress in a jazz place, Mikell’s in NY, can now come into play if her plans carry to fruition. For those who would like to help by either continuing to donate furniture, as well as money to offset the mortgage, or who has an idea for a better and yet more affordable store location, call Ramos at 973-831-6156.

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Ranch set back off of the road, 2 acres. Front porch. Deck, LOW TAXES!! Updates done in 2010. Great open floor plan w/hdwd floors. FR, stone fplc. in LR. Kit. offers center island. All bedrooms are a good size. Close to Route 80, this house is a commuters dream.

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Custom built, 6 acres. 5BR’s, sep. in-law suite w/priv. entr., fplcs, custom wood working, FDR, sitting rm, his/her parlor w/fplc. Hdwd flrs thrughout. Custom built mahogany bar room. 5 BR, town approved septic, newer well pump, central air and furnace. 2 out buildings for storage.

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Well maint. brick cape w/slate roof. Feats 1st flr master, wd floors, aundry, LR off kit., Lg BR’s, 2nd for storage, bsmt., city water, Low heating costs w/natural gas, high efficiency furnace, Fenced rear yard, fire pit, screened porch, Paved driveway with gate, Det. 2 car gar. All this & much more!

Ranch feats. wood floors in LR, DR & BR’s. Updated eat-in kit., fplc, oversized 2 car gar., Fin. walkout lower level, Fenced rear yard, Master w/ full bath, Brick and newer vinyl siding, newer roof, much more. Loc. near train station, major highways, shopping, hospitals & Rutgers.

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Col., over 6 acres w/pole barn, 60x40 pole barn is great for contractors, collectors and hobbyists. Oversized wrap around porch, fin. bsmt., C/A. MBR w/double sinks, tub, stall shower. Custom kit. feats granite counters, breakfast bar, C/I. FR, DR, LR, ffenced pen & chicken coops.

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Community Outreach And Combatting Heroin Crises Leading Issues For Sheriff Contender

By Cheryl Conway unning for sheriff was always in John Sierchio’s radar once he retired from law enforcement, but the Boonton Twp. resident admits that having a standoff against the current sheriff was out of the question. “I’ve always respected his career,” Sierchio says about Sheriff Edward Rochford who has been sheriff since 1993. “This year he didn’t announce it,” early on if he would be running for a ninth term. “This guy’s an icon; he’s doing a great job. I was waiting to see what the sheriff would do.” At the same time, “I said if he’s not going to run, I’m going to run.” Then Sierchio received a phone call from Rochford who told him he would endorse him as the next sheriff if he ran. Rochford told him, “This is my family here; these are my babies. I don’t trust them with these other people. You fight with what you believe in.” Sierchio’s response was, “If you endorse me, I’m in. There’s no better endorsement than from someone who’s had the position for 24 years. When I do something, I dive in; I don’t just put my toe in.” In a press release, Rochford says, “With 24 years of experience as sheriff, I know exactly what it takes to protect the safety of Morris County residents and the wallets of taxpayers. I also know this: there is no one better qualified than John Sierchio to fight for the families, seniors, and taxpayers of Morris County as our next sheriff, and that’s why I’m proud to endorse his candidacy today.” After 27 years of working in law enforcement, Sierchio, 52, retired in June 2014. A republican, he faces Jim Gannon in the June election for Morris County Sheriff. “I think I can do a good independent job,” says Sierchio. With “my law enforcement experience, I didn’t work behind a desk; I worked on the street with the people,” says Sierchio. “I understand the problems; I know how to deal with them.” Combatting the heroin crises in Morris County, increasing community outreach and improving moral between community leaders and the sheriff’s office, while being fiscally responsible, are Sierchio’s key points in his campaign. “I’ve always been a big proponent of community outreach,” says Sierchio. “To let these people know we are there to help them.” Sierchio says that “perception of police needs to be changed.” More than 80 percent of the time “it’s going to be negative.” Only time it is really positive is when police come to a resident’s house to help with a medical call. Parents are always telling their kids ‘police are going to arrest you if you don’t stop,’ he says. As a police officer, “that was my job, locking people up,” he says. But the best part of his job was when he was able to help people “in a positive light,” like going to charity events, community outreach events or helping people by raising money for families when they needed it.

Combatting the heroin crises in Morris County is on the top of Sierchio’s goals if elected sheriff. He had just attended a heroin summit-one woman from Rockaway stood up and spoke how she just buried her son “37 days ago.” Another woman from Denville shared how her daughter has been in jail for five months, was in and out of jail for eight years, and then will be off to rehab. “Why don’t they bring rehab into the jail?” Sierchio asks. While the prosecutor’s office has a task force to deal with the heroin crises, Sierchio says “the hard thing to do is solve the problem. I want committees,” he suggests, including community leaders, law enforcement, counselors and former addicts. He also suggests seminars “on what to look for” when it comes to heroin; and a hotline in the sheriff’s office that would keep callers anonymous. Parents, who feel that their son or daughter is using heroin, can call the hotline. “We will put you in touch with a counselor. We want to point them toward counseling.” Many parents are afraid to call police as they “fear” their child will be arrested then they’ll need an attorney. “We want to leave it out of the judicial system,” says Sierchio. “We are not going to put them in the judicial system; we are going to put them in counseling.” For those who are in jail, Sierchio suggests that inmates attend classes while in jail such as anger management classes for those charged with domestic violence crimes. “There’s so much grant money out there,” says Sierchio to offset costs for such classes for those in jail. Having a hot line for child abuse, spouse abuse and senior abuse as well as a separate committee dealing with those issues is another idea so people can seek the help they need. “They are afraid to call the local PD,” says Sierchio. “People are afraid of being labeled; towns are so small, they are embarrassed.” Promoting the Project Lifesaver program that the county does offer is also on Sierchio’s to do list. Used as a GPS system, users wear bracelets so authorities are able to find individuals who can get lost if they have dementia, Alzheimer’s and other conditions. Bringing back the moral between the sheriff’s department and the Morris County Freeholders is an obstacle Sierchio knows he needs to face if elected. “You got to work the problem out,” he says. “I’m a firm believer in diologue.” Sierchio says, “I want to bring in the real aspect of the sheriff’s department,” that being community outreach. “The people have had enough. They want to be part of it. They are tired of being told what to do. They want to be heard. They want to sit at the table. “I’m not going to be that career politician,” he adds. “I want to be working with the people. I want to be the community outreach sheriff; I want to be the people’s sheriff.

I’m their guy, I’m one of them.” Sierchio points to his background, work experience and volunteering that have shaped him to being an ideal sheriff. “I got the law enforcement experience we need and the fiscal conservative we deserve.” Sierchio, who grew up in Bloomfield, started his law enforcement career in 1986 with the Essex County Sheriff’s office. “I always wanted to go into law enforcement; always wanted to go into FBI,” he says. He had an uncle who was a Newark police officer and a cousin too who served as role models. He chose local police rather than FBI, as “I really wanted to stay close to my family,” he says. He attended Montclair State University for criminal justice and when he was 22 started his career at the Essex County Sheriff’s department, where he stayed until 1989. “I wanted to get on the street, so I went to Essex County police department. I worked in Newark; the experience I got in Newark in two and a half years, you won’t see in Morris County.” In 1991, he moved over to Bloomfield Police Department and worked the “4 to 12 shift for 20 years.” He was a union representative for 12 years, vice president of the Bloomfield PBA Local 32 for two years and PBA State delegate for 15 years until promoted to sergeant. In 2001, he ran for the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System Pension Board of Trustees, a non-paid position, in which he served for 12 years. In his four-year role as chair, he saved millions of dollars for taxpayers and protected the continued on page 42

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Keeping People Safe Top Priority For Sheriff Candidate

By Cheryl Conway e walked the local beat, investigated and solved major crimes, mentored newer detectives and traveled the world in a head security job for a top pharmaceutical company- the time is now for Jim Gannon to top off his career as the next sheriff of Morris County. As a life-long resident of Morris County with 33 years working in law enforcement and global security, Gannon has laid out his plans to confront current challenges facing law enforcement and to lead Morris County families into a safer future. Two republicans running for the seat which had been taken by Sheriff Edward Rochford since 1993, Gannon will face John Sierchio in the June 7 election. Confident that he has what it takes to wear that sheriff’s badge, Gannon, 54, points to his leadership, education and “heart” for being the best candidate for the position. “I have the leadership, the integrity, the education and the heart to be the next Morris County sheriff,” says Gannon, who resides in the Town of Boonton. “I’ve walked the walk,” he says from a local beat cop in his hometown of Boonton and Boonton Twp., deputy chief of Investigations at the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, FBI’s elite Joint Terrorism Task Force and then global head of Security Risk for Novartis Pharmaceuticals. “Thirty three years of experience, that is very unique. The time is now for that leadership. It’s an exciting time to take the Morris County Sheriff’s Office to the next level. The time is now to do that.” Regarding his leadership, Gannon says “I came up the ranks in Morris County; I was born here,” 1961 in St. Claire’s Hospital in Denville. “I was educated here; I worked here. I know the county like the back of my hand.” Not only did Gannon work his way up through the ranks, but he was introduced to law enforcement as a young child since his father worked as a NYPD detective for 32 years specializing in Missing Persons investigations. “My father would take me to work sometimes,” he describes. “I found it intriguing. I saw it up close and personal,” since the age of seven, teaching him “things at a young age.”

When Gannon turned 18, he started to get involved with the Boonton Police Department and after college graduation, officially began his career in law enforcement as a patrolman. He received his associate’s degree in law enforcement from the County College of Morris in 1981; bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration from William Paterson University in 1983; and a master’s degree in administrative science from Fairleigh Dickinson. Gannon has been involved in so many cases over the years, from sex crimes, to child abuse, narcotic and domestic violence. He was also commander of the FuncoLand Homicide Task Force and the Walter Contreras Homicide Task Force. While he says he had a “spectacular experience” working eight years at Novartis, “very lucky” and “blessed” in that position which allowed him to travel the world, he retired Jan. 1, and decided that “I just want to circle back into government” in order “to give back. We are in tough times. We are in dangerous times in America.” His plan is to “bring a modern approach” to the sheriff’s post which provides a lot of services to Morris County such as Canine, Bomb Services, Crime Scene Investigations, SWAT and even security at the court house. He says “people should be able to present their case in court without intimidation.” In the courthouse, “The mission should be to keep people safe,” says Gannon. “There’s a real responsibility there. You have to develop a plan to deal with risk,” like knowing which cases are going on the courtroom during the day. “The more we can improve on the levels of communication the better we will be.” Gannon questions, “How is the security in the sheriff’s office? Are we doing everything we can to keep people safe? These are all plans that need to be developed.” Creating partnerships with police, sheriff’s office and prosecutor’s office is a good place to start. “You can do tremendous things.” Security goes outside the courthouse into schools and the community, and making the county safer is one of Gannon’s key points. "We live in extraordinarily dangerous times, where even places like Morris County can become a target for violent

crime and acts of terrorism,” says Gannon. His idea is to “work with local, county, state and federal law enforcement and public safety communities to keep Morris County’s neighborhoods, schools, and businesses safe and secure, and to strengthen the county’s preparedness in light of the increased threat of terrorism. “We live in a great county, but vigilance and preparedness are absolutely essential to keeping us safe and secure,” Gannon says. “I have the experience – both foreign and domestic – to work with law enforcement at all levels of government to protect our citizens.” Gannon’s next goal is to “promote programs that help seniors identify and avoid consumer fraud, keep children safe, crack down on gangs, and combat the use and sale of illegal drugs. “Heroin, it’s a real issue in Morris County and throughout the state,” says Gannon, with more than 700 people dying from usage last year in NJ. “The scourge of heroin and other powerfully addictive drugs are a constant threat to our children and families,” he said. “We need to aggressively attack gangs and drug dealers, while helping those who become addicted get help and treatment.” Gannon says, “we have a jail; we have great services here and great police officers; no reason why we can’t develop a better plan.” Creating partnerships with local,

county, state and federal law enforcement should be part of that plan. “We need to strengthen relationships and stance on preparedness,” he says. “We have to train together; first time meeting should not be at the scene. We’ll be able to do that under my watch; building bridges.” Protecting seniors is also a stronghold for Gannon. “They are constantly being targeted by unscrupulous criminals trying to separate them from their life savings,” he says. “I will work to educate our seniors and pursue punishment to the fullest extent of the law for fraudsters out there trying to prey on innocent people.” Another part of Gannon’s plan as sheriff is “to restore a productive and respectful relationship with the freeholder board, and recommit the sheriff’s office to financial accountability and responsibility in these challenging economic times. “We all need to work together; people want that; they don’t want the banter. Do what’s right for the people of Morris County. That’s what I will do.” He says, “People are sick and tired of elected officials fighting with each other and worried more about scoring political points than solving problem. I will run an independent sheriff’s office in line with my constitutional obligations, while at the same time working with the freeholders and other duly elected representatives throughout continued on next page

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continued from page 40 savings of law abiding citizens by exposing fraudulent pension claims. “In 2007, I was calling for pension reform. It wasn’t popular with the unions but it was the right thing to do,” he says, as there was a 20 billion dollar pension system at that time. “I was calling for pension reform. There’s more than just a funding issue; there’s abuses.” When Chris Christie was elected governor, he named Sierchio to serve on his Gubernatorial Transition Team. In Nov. 2009, Sierchio was appointed to serve as a member of his Law and Public Safety Subcommittee to review and provide recommendations regarding reforms to the division of NJ State Police, Highway Traffic Safety and Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Sierchio has received dozens of awards such as a proclamation in recognition of his courageous work as a volunteer at Ground Zero; a proclamation from the Newark City Council for saving lives of several residents by entering a burning building before fire department arrival; named “PBA Officer of the Year” by the Essex County Conference of PBA’s in 2004. “No one has a background like me,” says Sierchio, who is serving his seventh year on the Boonton Twp. Board of Education. “Seventeen years on labor side, 19 years on administrative side. Very rarely you get someone like me.” Married to Lisa and raising four children, Ashley, John, Jordyn and Teresa- Sierchio currently works in medical sales and pension consulting.

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continued from previous page Morris County to ensure that government answers to the will of the people, not political bosses and special interests who try to pull strings from behind-the-scenes.” As far as being fiscally responsible, Gannon plans to do his part. “It’s not about the money for me,” says Gannon, who plans to forego his police pension as Morris County sheriff. “My heart is in it. It’s an important position. We can do good things. I’m the protector of the people. I’m for the people. That’s where we

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need to go. Need to do it without a drain on the taxpayer.” He has also given back to the community as current president of the 200 Club of Morris County and adjunct professor at Centenary College teaching Death Investigation, among other involvements. Gannon was married for 26 years to his wife, Lisa, who died in 2010 after battling Multiple Sclerosis. They have one daughter, Kate DeSantis, who is expecting to bring Gannon’s first grandchild into the world this summer.

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MOMS Teacher Rocks With Award

t. Olive Middle School’s Karen Killen rocks. WDHA 105.5 FM and the New Jersey Education Association recently honored the sixth grade social studies teacher in the Teachers Who Rock awards. The annual program recognizes educators who make a significant impact on the lives of students. Stephanie Tarnowski, who co-teaches classes with Killen, nominated her for the award. The two teachers have worked with each other for 16 years, first at Tinc Road Elementary School and the last five at MOMS. “Karen's enthusiasm and incredible work ethic, along with her ability to connect with all students, makes her one of the most incredible educators I have worked with,� said Tarnowski. “She inspires me and our students each day. I absolutely love working alongside her, and I am constantly learning from her. Our students

Karen Killen holds her award next to co-teacher Stephanie Tarnowski.

often claim that social studies is their favorite class, and I know that this is due to Karen's dedication and hard work, and her ability to make every single student feel intelligent and cared

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he Unity Tour Spin Fundraiser was held at Gold's Gym in Flanders Sat., April 9. Money raised goes towards the Unity Tour. Thank you Ron Noonan owner of Gold’s Gym Flanders and Hackettstown and Loren O’Dell the spinning in-

structor. Pictured, from left, is Detective Corporal Craig Casaletto, Officer Chad Rossi, Officer Chris Saunders, Mayor Rob Greenbaum, Officer Lonnie Elbaum and Officer Michael Carletta.

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Local Singers Perform At The Top

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Elaina Huynh and Peter Czarnecki look northeast toward the East River.

t. Olive Middle School's eighth grade chorus performed at the Empire State Building on April 21. The 63 students, under the direction of choral teacher Susan Saposnik, sang for visitors who were en route to the 86th floor observatory. Songs included pop hits that the students had been rehearsing for the spring concert such as "You've Got a Friend", "I'm Not the Only One", "Homeward Bound", and "Love Runs Out." "This was an awesome experience for the teachers, students, and parents that

came out," said Saposnik. "Not only was the venue so special but the kids were able to share their talents with visitors from around the country and the world. The memories of this day will stay with them for a very long time." A number of students had solos during various songs, including Paola Del Carpio, Gianna Rosselli, Joseph Richard, and Jonathan Wade. After the half-hour-long performance, the students went up to the observatory to take in the panoramic views of New York City.

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own officials welcome welcome Mauro Magarelli, Mt. Olive Library director pictured, on left, with Mayor Rob Greenbaum. Also at the event

was Steve Bedell, Peter Hughes, Councilperson Greg Stewart, Council President Joe Nicastro and Mt. Olive Twp. Business Administrator Laura Harris.

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Check Out MO Science Fair In June

he Mt. Olive District Science Fair is set for Sat., June 4, at the Mt. Olive High School. Ten projects will be chosen from each school science fair in the district. Besides science, take some time for fun,

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The organization is Brady's Smile. Such items requested are: pens, small pads, small tissue packs, mints, crossword puzzles, toys from Happy Meals and granola bars. She is also making hand-made blankets for the babies and cards for the families. Other troops are helping her.

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famous slip and foam slide created by our Flanders Fire Department. Sponsors promise this will be the muddiest ever. Each obstacle is sponsored by a local business. Special thanks to Sam's Club for being the presenting sponsor. In addition, participants have an opportunity to fundraise using pledge sheets for the Wounded Warrior Project. All fundraised monies will go directly to support the Wounded Warrior Projects mission. After the mud run, join in the fun at the giant after party, with music, activities and laughter. For more information, visit https://rec.mountolivetownship.com/.

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Spectrum Works As Partners To Provide Employment Opportunities For Autistic Individuals

By Cheryl Conway t’s all about partnerships at Spectrum Works in Secaucus. A non-profit company, Spectrum Works has teamed up with a for-profit company while the student employees gain skills by working alongside a mentor or coach. The strategy has so far been a success. The pilot program that started almost three years ago recently ended and is growing to include a partnership with a another forprofit company- a large international distribution company also in Secaucus- with talks to expand with a third company in NJ. The goal is to eventually branch out into New York and then around the country. “They [Spectrum] are branching out into other partner companies,” says Ann Marie Sullivan of Wayne, chief executive officer and founder of Spectrum Works. The mission of Spectrum Works is to give employment opportunities to individuals with autism. Sullivan had been working as a for-profit

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Employment Opportunities For Autistic Individuals...

continued from previous page They have average or higher than average IQ’s. They just need opportunities.” Sullivan was going to start her own manufacturing company so decided to visit Green Distribution, a for-profit screen printing, company to get some ideas and see its machinery. “When I met the owner [Robert Butters] and I told him what we were going to do, he said ‘Why don’t you partner with us?’” An opportunity she could not refuse, Sullivan began her company, Spectrum Works, which stems from autism spectrum disorders. She started out as a pilot program almost three years ago, in August 2013. “This organization is unique,” says Sullivan. “We partner with for-profit companies. Students who attend high school come to work at the business with all arrangements made through their school including selection approval and transportation, she says. For the pilot program, Spectrum Works partnered with Green Distribution from 2013 to 2015; since that ended, she has continued the partnership and even Green has hired

some of her interns to join his workforce, she says. Spectrum Works helps to manufacture custom printed screen apparel. Students have been involved with helping to print 65,000 t-shirts a day, as well as other promotional items through a distributor such as water bottles, pens, polo shirts, sweatshirts. “It’s a very large factory,” says Sullivan. Many of the orders are universal music tshirts; other orders have been for Shoprite, towns, recreation programs and some corporate deals. Students get paid a salary, minimum wage, to work alongside people without autism who serve as coaches. The environment has been helping the employees who have autism “to be prepared for the work experience,” says Sullivan. “We partner with high schools in five counties in NJ,” she says. Schools handle transportation in getting the students to the one large facility in Secaucus, with some coming as far as Short Hills and Millburn. Spectrum is now in the

process of expanding and adding a second facility, but Sullivan said it was too soon to reveal the for-profit company name. Currently, 40 students are involved in the internship program. Employees must be at least 16 years; most work three days a week, four hours a day-typically 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.- and are involved in manual labor to office work. “They are part of the production team,” says Sullivan. Some work tasks include after-screen printing like putting tags on, bagging, making and filling boxes, sorting sizes, putting orders together by finding, folding and packing. Work is done in an assembly line. There are also administrative tasks, graphic design, creating spreadsheets on database, making packing lists. “We find out what they are interested in and gear them toward that,” she says. The partnership works as “we fund ourselves out of the product at a competitive price.” Companies can support the program and help young adults with autism by placing

orders for t-shirts and other items through Spectrum Works. So far 80 companies have placed orders throughout the tri-state area, says Sullivan. Sponsoring fundraisers is another option to help fund the program. Mission Fitness in Livingston raised $10,000 in its April fundraiser with its cross-fit gym to support Spectrum. Sullivan plans to look into some grants and plans to start a crowd-raising campaign with Rutgers in the near future. Spectrum’s program for students extends into the summer as it also employs college students and other employees. Sullivan says they will be adding courses as well such as job writing skills, interview strategies and resume building. Enrollment is continuous. Students can contact their high school now for consideration into next school year’s program. For more information, to fundraise, donate or place orders, visit spectrumworks.org or email annmarie@spectrumworks.org or email annmarie@spectrumworks.org.

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Raised In the Business, Siblings Offer Best Perks At Berk’s Furniture

By Cheryl Conway or those who don’t know, there is a furniture store in the near vicinity that not only provides quality but affordability. With roots that date back to 1943, Berk’s Furniture & Mattress in Hackettstown provides the best in brand name furniture all at a discounted price. With 22,000 square feet of space, the store features “a huge mattress department,” as well as a brand new reclining gallery. Why travel east, to other parts of New Jersey, or to other states’ furniture stores if a local business can provide the same product, provide quicker delivery and all for a lower price? “I truly believe shopping local is important,” says Amy Berkowitz of Green Twp., co-owner of Berk’s Furniture & Mattress along with her brother and business partner, Justin Berkowitz of Andover. “Everyone we employ is local. It goes back straight into the community. You don’t have to travel to get the same deals; they’re right here in your backyard.” Shopping at Berk’s has its perks. “We are your local discount furniture store,” says Berkowitz. “We have the same thing at better pricing; 100 percent satisfaction is our goal.” Formerly called HTP Clearance and Consignment in business for the past four years, the Berk’s changed its store name to Berk’s Furniture & Mattress and rebranded itself a year ago, says Berkowitz. Before it’s rebranding, the store focused mostly on consignment furniture. Now, it specializes in all brand name furniture, mattresses, recliners and even a “big area rug department,” for a great value. Berkowitz says “We carry everything for immediate delivery, all brand name, at discount prices.” Pieces to fill in any living room, dining room and bedroom, reclining as well, are on display at Berk’s. It specializes in “top of the line mattresses made by one of the top five biggest companies in the world, Bedding Industries of America, “all made in NJ, made to order” for sale at “a fraction of the price.” A main company they get their merchandise from is Southern Motion. “We’re constantly growing,” says

Berkowitz, adding that they plan to expand the list of manufacturers they currently work with. Some other names they currently order from are Jofran, Vaughan-Bassett, Hooker, Ashley. “Berk’s is all about value,” says Berkowitz. “That’s all we do is discount. Customers who shop at Berk’s Furniture & Mattress value the in-house delivery available six days a week from delivery guys who are courteous, polite and on-time. With a warehouse attached, and another warehouse right in Pennsylvania, Berkowitz says “all furniture takes a week to come in.” “We are growing and changing,” says Berkowitz. It just added 6,000 sq. feet to the showroom floor two months ago to display its new reclining department. Berk’s carries all American-made recliners, all hardwood frame, padding, memory foam seats in the cushion. The store even offers Lift Chairs for senior citizens. Sold for $499, the chair features power recline and power lift which raises an individual from sitting to standing. Like an antique piece of furniture that needs to be reupholstered rather than thrown out, Berk’s Furniture & Mattress has a decorative history that dates back almost 75 years. Their grandfather, Joseph Berkowitz of Washington, owned a farm then opened up his first retail store, The Trading Post, on Route 57 from 1943 to 1965. A Burger King now owns that store space. A second location opened in 1963, called the County Trading Post, and that was located on Main Street in Hackettstown. That store changed its name to the Hackettstown Trading Post in 1988 and was owned by Joel Berkowitz, son of Joseph and father of Amy and Justin Berkowitz. Joel Berkowitz retired after 53 years and that store is currently vacant, says Berkowitz. Through the years, the family business evolved from a hardware store with “knick knacks” in the 1940’s, to appliances, carpeting, stereos and electronics. Then in 1990, it began to sell recliners at the Hackettstown Trading Post, “then became a full-fledged furniture store.” Amy and Justin were employees of the

Hackettstown Trading Post, working there for 15 years before and after college. “Our whole lives, we worked on and off there,” says Berkowitz. “Justin started on delivery trucks when he was a freshman. I cleaned the appliances; we did the sidewalk sales. We grew up in the business,” and eventually found their way back to start their own company in 2011. Four years apart in age, they both attended Pope John High School. Amy attended University of Georgia, receiving her degree in marketing and communication, and then volunteered in Africa. Justin attended Rutgers University, received a master’s degree in environmental economics before returning to the furniture business. Like a comfortable piece of furniture, sometimes it’s just too hard to get up and walk away.

“I truly, truly love this business,” says Berkowitz, who spends most of her time on the sales floor. “I enjoy dealing with customers, meeting new people. I love furniture; I like the trends. I like pleasing the customer,” like getting them the furniture “immediately.” From the buying, to the floor planning, helping customers to delivery- Berkowitz says “I like being busy and doing different things every day. Located on Mountain Ave., next to the Paintpourri, before Route 57, “We are there every single day and looking forward to meeting new customers.” Store hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Mon.Sat.; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. Specials through Memorial Day include 48 months interest free on any purchases and the company will pay the customer’s sales tax.

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By Jane Primerano or one day every year, Chatham Borough turns from an upscale, sophisticated bastion of Morris County wealth into the epitome of small-town America. The Fishawack Festival, to be held this year on Sat., June 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., features vendors, notfor-profit groups, children running around in gaudy face paint, folks walking their dogs, everything that makes a tight community. This year, Fishawack coincides with opening day of the Farmers’ Market. The market, starting its 10th season at the railroad station parking lot is run by a volunteer committee and, for the past seven years, a Youth Volunteer League.

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Local Farmers’ Markets Ready For 2016 Season According to the borough website, in 2014, volunteers worked more than 2,000 hours keeping the market going. Volunteer John Ball is known for being on site by 5:30 a.m. each Saturday during the season to greet and assist the vendors, according to the website. Community volunteers, including teens, are on site for the duration of the market, which runs from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. each week. Chatham’s is not the only super-organized farmers market. The Chester Farmers Market, which will run this year on Sundays from June 19 to Oct. 2 is sponsored by the Chester Rotary Club. It is held on Perry Street in the heart of the borough shopping district.

Long-time Rotary member Bill McGuire is in charge. He said 13 of the 2015 vendors will be back in 2016, with a total of 16 vendors. Chester always features music. McGuire said Rotary was still working on confirming the acts. A Grateful Dead cover band often plays, but McGuire said they also look for other performers, “something quieter than a rock band so vendors can communicate with their customers.” An a capella group from West Morris Mendham High School performed a few years ago, he said. The Hopatcong Farmers’ Market will also open Sun., June 19, in the municipal building parking lot. Hopatcong is noted for brightly

colored tote bags and tshirts, music over the municipal public address system and a nice, shady spot for visiting alpacas. Various alpaca farms rotate coming to the market. Councilwoman Marie Galate is in charge and she and other elected officials are always there to help out. They are known for watching customers’ dogs while they shop. The market runs through Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Like many markets, Hopatcong welcomes bakers, wood carvers and other local vendors along with farmers. Another Sunday market is in Morristown on Spring Street from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. All of this year’s vendors will be returning and

Perry Street is closed for the Chester Farmers’ Market. Photo by Jane Primerano.

the town is not accepting any new vendors, according to a spokeswoman at Town Hall. A former mainstay, the Netcong Farmers’ Market will not be open this year.

No one at the borough hall could give an explanation. The market was at the railroad station parking lot and often featured cat adoption days from Netcong Trap, Neuter, Release.

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Summer Sessions Registration Taking Place At CCM

or those looking to put their summer to good use, it’s time to start thinking about Summer Sessions at County College of Morris (CCM). Students can earn additional college credits at CCM while saving hundreds of dollars on tuition. CCM offers four Summer Sessions: Summer Early Five Week from May 23 – June 25; Summer Eight Week from June 27 – Aug. 20; Summer Late Five Week from June 27 – July 30; and Summer Three Week from Aug. 1 – Aug. 20. Online registration for Summer Session courses is now taking place and is open until the day before the first day of classes for each session. Classes offered this summer cover a range of disciplines and general education requirements. Included among this summer’s offerings are Computer Information Literacy, Introduction to Business, First Aid and Emergency Care, Photography and Personal Fitness. Summer courses are also offered in American Sign Language, French,

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Centenary Stage Company Offers Internship Position

he Centenary Stage Company, a professional Equity Regional Theatre in residence on the campus of Centenary College in Hackettstown is offering a 2016-17 Internship position. The CSC Internship offers qualified candidates the opportunity to serve as artistic interns for a season with the professional Centenary Stage Company, and offers a monthly stipend for candidates who are accepted into the program. The program provides each intern the opportunity to explore all aspects of theatre ranging from performance to production, and is geared toward candidates who have completed their undergraduate training, seeking to bridge the gap between the academic world and the world of professional theatre, and helping young artists in need of a place to build their careers. The aim of the program is for interns to gain a clear understanding of how the business of theatre works on every level, and with real-world experience in a number of capacities using a wide range of

skills, while also offering performance opportunities in the program. Interns have the opportunity to earn Equity Points through the Equity Membership Candidacy Program (EMC) when cast in a mainstage show, and to work with professionals from New York and all over the country. In addition, interns will work with the CSC Young Audience Series Touring Program as performers and teaching artists. The YAS tours to schools throughout the state. Candidates interested in being considered for the position should submit a resume and a letter of recommendation to Catherine Rust, general manager; Attention Internship Position, in care of the Centenary Stage Company, 400 Jefferson Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Candidates may also Fax their resumes to 908979-4297. Further information about the company is available online at www.centenarystageco.org. This CSC Internship will run from June, 2016 through June, 2017.

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Ninja Games Success For CS Gymnastics Athletes

.S. Gymnastics and Gymnasitcs Unlimited competed in the Ninja Zone Games on Sat. April 16. The games were held at Gymnastics Unlimited in Flemington NJ. Kids ages five-11 who have been participating in the Ninja Zone program competed in the event. The Ninjas have been learning skills to progress through the different levels, from White, to Yellow, and then Green. During the Ninja Games the participants competed in two main events, the Chase and the Conflict. The Chase consisted of a timed obstacle course and the Conflict was a combination of performed skills and tricks. Each Ninja received either a gold, silver, or bronze medal based on their performance in these events. There were also four other awards given to celebrate the spirit and values of Ninja Zone. Jaydin Houck received the Sportsman Award, Alex Maggio received an award for Most Disciplined, Jacob Sperling received the Best Yaah! Award, and Julian Nelson received the Youngest Ninja Award. Also, Ninja Ryan Pietz had the fastest run in the competition. Congratulations to all the Ninjas, it was an event full of skill and fun. The next Ninja Games event is set to be held this summer at CS Gymnastics. more information on classes and events go to www.gu-nj.com or www.csgym nasticsinc.com.

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Schiff Nature Preserve Hosts Annual Environmental Film Festival

chiff Nature Preserve’s seventh annual Environmental Film Festival is planned for Sat., June 4, at 8 p.m., and will include one feature film, “Shellshocked: Saving Oysters to Save Ourselves.” The festival will include a short film, as well as a guest speaker from the feature film’s cast, Meredith Comi, director of the NY/NJ Baykeeper’s oyster restoration program. Comi will lead a discussion about the importance of oysters in cleaning water and rebuilding fragile local ecosystems. The films will be shown in Schiff’s Woodbadge Lodge, which is transformed into a woodland theater each year for this special event. Festival attendees may choose to walk from the Nature Center in Mendham along marked trails to the the-

atre location, which is a gentle two-mile, or 20-minute, hike. Transportation from the Nature Center to the theatre will also be available starting at 7 p.m. Films are family friendly, but the content is geared for ages 12 and up. Tickets are $15 each or four tickets for $50; students pay $10 each. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Tickets are available online at www.Schiffnaturepreserve.org. Questions, call 973-5436004. Schiff Nature Preserve includes 780 acres of preserved land in the Mendhams and Chester. Its mission is to preserve open space, serve as a model of environmental stewardship, and provide environmental education to the public.

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Black Oak Golf Club: A Dream Come True

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he story of Black Oak Golf Club began more than 30 years ago, but a lot had to happen before becoming the idyllic vision of golf that it is today. The most compelling part of the story is not the wetlands, the movement of dirt or the dedication of the membership – it is the story of those who brought it to life. You would be hard pressed to find another golf club in the state that has taken more vision, time, energy, and sweat from a core group of dedicated owners. From Joe Hays, who acquired the property more than a quarter century ago as a working farm, to his son Pete Hays who led the development of the course, to Pete Rochelle, who built both the course and the exquisite clubhouse that was finally completed in 2015, each owner partner has provided and continues to provide invaluable contributions to the club. Owner, Black Oak Course Architect and PGA legend David Glenz is likely the only golf course architect who is on property day in and day out, years after completion of the course. Local businessman and managing partner Bob Vreeland keeps an eye on the day to day finances of the club. At its core, Black Oak Golf Club is a local club where local individuals and families gather with golf as the center of activity,” says General Manager and Director of Golf Dan Pasternak. “Certainly this is one of the finest and most beautiful 18-hole championship courses in the state,” he continues, “and it wasn’t that long ago that it was just a dream in the minds of the owners.” In addition to its owners, Pasternak believes that there are several factors that make

the club, located in Long Valley, the unique oasis that it has become. One is the relaxed nature of its membership, as opposed to the stuffiness you may find at older traditional clubs. Another is the incredible staff that includes Glenz, a legendary PGA player and instructor, PGA Tour winner and multiple winner of NJPGA major championships. Head Golf Professional Brian Jones is a former NJPGA Teacher of the Year and an expert in the rules of golf. Jones has acted as an official at The Masters, Ryder Cup and the PGA Championship, and is Vice Chairman of the PGA of America Rules Committee. Pasternak himself is a PGA of America Board Member and award winner. A more accomplished golf staff would be hard to find. 2015 was a transition season for the club that has become the talk of the town. Their long awaited clubhouse opened mid-season to rave reviews from the members. “The dream is finally a reality,” says Pasternak. “Until this year, Black Oak has been a work in progress. The 2016 season will be the first time members and their guests will experience a club with complete amenities – terrific golf, events, parties and first rate culinary experiences.” Some of the best amateur players from across the region choose to play at Black Oak, yet the majority of the membership is made up of local residents, many of whom don’t play golf. For them, it has become the center of their social universe. A range of memberships are available to fit every situation, with families at the heart of the offerings.

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Clergy Members Walk For Food Pantry

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he Mt. Olive Clergy Association (MOCA) sponsored its annual Walk of Compassion on Sun., April 17, at Flan-

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Shoot By New Billiards Place For A Fun Hangout

Mt. Olive resident has opened up a new billiard’s place nearby as a new place in Warren County for friendly pool competition. Rack & Roll Billiards and Ice Cream Parlor, LLC, on Route 31 in Washington just opened for business on March 1, seven days a week 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Grilled food and ice cream will be coming by June but for now shoot on by to compete shooting billiards on gorgeous century old Brunswick billiards tables in museum quality condition. David Merring, owner who has lived in Budd Lake for the past 29 years, provides 21 Brunswick billiards tables in a different model, from very modern manufacture to one that was built in 1870. Since each table is different, Merring is allowing customers to try multiple tables, rather than assigning a single table. Established as a premier billiards arena for the billiards enthusiast, a recreational site for young adults, and a fun activity for all, Rack & Roll Billiards offers an opportunity to gather and participate in the sport

of Billiards, where both Strategy and Execution will be required to beat an opponent. These 21 both new and historic century old billiards tables bring billiards to the highest standard available anywhere in the world, now just minutes from home. Offered in a separate room are four billiards tables for teenagers to gather, shoot pool, and listen to their own music! Another loft contains three century old Brunswick tables, one of which was owned by the original Madman of Advertising, Ron Travisano, who owned the advertising agency in which the hit series "Madmen" was written; another Tom Cruise shot pool as a teenager in Glen Ridge. Also offered is a private rental suite containing an eight-foot Brunswick Gibson billiards table, which is perfect for private parties. One hour rentals, per person, are $6; or $5 for senior citizens. Call 908-574-2177 for more information or visit www.RackAndRoll Billiards.net.

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Stay-At-Home Dads

aternity leave was unthinkable not so long ago. However, society is changing quickly and everyone’s roles are being redefined. Women have an established place in the job market and are able to make a good living; men are increasingly involved in childrearing and take on some of the household chores. Because of this, Mom is no longer the default caregiver, and more and more fathers are now putting their careers on hold to take on the role of stay-at-home dad. Not only do men want to be more involved in their children’s upbringing, but they also want to spend quality time with them. And that’s great news. Even though their childrearing methods may differ from those of women, men are equally proficient in watching over their children, who are the true beneficiaries of both parents’ involvement. Of course, choosing to stay at home for a few months or for several years isn’t always an easy decision to make. Despite the changing face of society, many couples still face prejudice because the notion of the father as the provider remains strong. And stay-at-home dads often have to cope with social isolation; most of the time they are surrounded by mothers at the park or in play groups. Similarly, their male friends’ topics of conversation are largely focused on work and the professional world. However, it is possible for stay-at-home dads to remedy this situation by having a personal project that gives them value and purpose, such as working from home or writing a blog. So, why shouldn’t Dad stay at home if he wants to?

More and more men are deciding to stay at home to look after their children.

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Whether you’re a man or a woman, raising children alone is never easy.

he image of the single parent is still usually associated with that of the single mother who raises her children alone. Of course, it’s true that mothers are still usually given custody, especially of very young children. However, single fathers, although in the minority, are no longer an exception to the rule. In fact, in 2011, there were 1,527,845 single-parent families in Canada, of which 327,545 (21.4 per cent) were headed by men. According to current research, single fathers are generally better educated than single mothers and are better off financially. However, they tend to suffer more psychological distress, as few of them are prepared to raise their children alone, and social recognition is often more difficult to obtain for a father living as a single parent than for a mother. One common problem is that daycare or hospital staff usually ask to talk to the mother first. Men also face some persistent prejudices; an example is the general acceptance of a mother’s need to miss work for a sick child, while a father’s decision to stay home is dimly viewed. In addition, most services for single-parent families are oriented towards mothers. Whether you’re a man or a woman, raising children alone is never easy. But despite all the obstacles, being a single father is an especially rewarding experience that’s made up of the thousand and one little joys of family life.

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Why Dads Need To Spend Time With Their Kids

s a father, you didn’t get the chance to experience the symbiotic relationship with your child during pregnancy the same way your partner did, but feeling the baby move in the womb certainly created a bond. And this connection can only increase by spending time with the baby after birth, as you change diapers, give the baby a bath and rock her to sleep. But apart from caring for them, there are many other ways you can spend quality time with your children. Many mothers exercise with their toddlers in order to get back in shape — why can’t fathers do the same? You’re not really interested in going for a run with a jogging stroller or taking yoga classes together? You could exercise by using your baby as a weight. And when your children are old enough, you could enjoy some parent-child workshops, or take a karate or swimming class together. Of course, you don’t need to sign up for a class in order to spend quality time together. Take a bike ride, go for a picnic in the park or spend a day at the pool; small shared pleasures are valuable too. If the kids are interested, you could also pass on your own particular passions by teaching them to play the guitar, cook, play sports, etc. Research shows that the father’s presence is just as important as the mother’s. For example, it’s often Dad who helps his children discover the outside world and encourages them to move beyond their comfort zone, thus promoting their independence and initiative. In other words, children and their fathers have nothing to lose and everything to gain from spending time together.

Spending time with your kids doesn’t have to be complicated. What counts most is simply the togetherness.

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