Randolph Life June 23

Randolph Chabad Connects With Community & Celebrates New Center

By Cheryl Conway

After 36 years of operating in different locations, the Chabad Center for Jewish Life in Randolph has a permanent home to celebrate holidays and host events, programs and classes.

It is a double chai celebration! Chai- in Hebrew, is the number 18 and stands for good luck, and stems from the common Jewish toast, ‘l’chaim’ which means “to life.”

The new center is located at 26 West Hanover Ave. in Randolph. It opened hours before Rosh Hashana in 2022, and its grand opening was held Sunday, April 30. Rabbi Avraham Bekhor is its executive director and spiritual leader, along with and his wife Chava Bekhor.

“The grand opening was a magical day,” says Chava Bekhor, managing director of the Chabad Center For Jewish Life. “Over 200 community people showed up. There wasn’t enough room so people had to leave. The original plan was to do it outdoors but because of the rain it was indoors.”

The Chabad has been in Randolph for 36 years. It began on Andrews Rd. at the Tilson home, then in 2005 it moved to 48 West Hanover Ave and now in 2023, it moved to its new center.

“The building was a preschool for 27 years and prior to that a Baptist then

Methodist Episcopal Church built in 1791,” says Bekhor.

“The building now houses our synagogue which also serves as a multi-purpose room for all of our holiday events, community dinners and large programming. There are two classrooms as well. This building provides the space needed to host all of our events, programs, classes and school.”

With more people joining over the years, the Chabad needed more room to accommodate members.

“We ran out of space and needed a commercial space,” says Bekhor. “We also purchased the property next to the existing building and have plans to build an extension of 10,000 square feet that will house a beautiful social hall, more classrooms, a kitchen and a high-tech teen lounge.”

The permanent space has allowed the Chabad to provide even more to all who participate.

“Chabad has now increased its programming and frequency and is now able to host larger events because of the space,” says Bekhor.

“We are now reopening our Hebrew School in September, post COVID when we went only virtual,” says Bekhor. “We have reevaluated the needs of our students and their families and are developing new hands-on and stimulating curriculum for

the 21st century student. So many things have changed in our society, and we need to adapt to the younger generations’ needs.

Unlike other synagogues, the Chabad does not require membership.

“We service members and the Jewish community at large,” says Bekhor. “We are not structured as a member-only synagogue.”

Participants can get involved in host of events and programs for teens, women, seniors and men. There are Torah & Tea

classes, holiday celebrations, Shabbat services, lifecycle events, mental health support and community outreach with visits to seniors and delivery of holiday packages, challahs and even matzah distribution.

The grand opening in April is a testament to the accomplishment of the center and its years of patience and effort in owning a facility for continued growth.

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The Great Resignation Has Affected Dentistry, Also

their hours and menus, transportation companies such as trucking are having a hard time finding drivers. Healthcare has also been hit very hard.

The rise of remote working has been a game changer within the workforce. This has also led to the realization from the workers’ standpoints that an improvement to their work-life balance can be achieved. Unfortunately no one has yet figured out how to deliver professional dental services from home, so the dental industry is feeling the pain of the Great Resignation, too.

Since COVID occurred approximately three years ago, many industries have been plagued with staffing issues. Restaurants have had to modify

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New data is constantly emerging, and the term Great Resignation is being modified to the Great Reshuffling. Its been observed that workers are leaving certain industries to achieve a more desirable work-life balance, and are simply changing jobs or professions.

Within the field of dentistry assistants and hygienists have been hardest hit. It is difficult to find a dental office that has not had, or currently has, a shortage of one, the other, or both. In the past if a team member called out sick at the last moment, a phone call to one of many temporary agencies would result in the problem being resolved within an hour. Now, the rosters of these temporary agencies have fallen from hundreds of qualified temps to just a handful.

Its not the rate of pay that is the problem. Hygienists have always made a great wage or salary. Now those figures are even higher. It’s the quality of life that workers seek and demand.

How does this affect you, the patient? It may take months to get a cleaning appointment, and if either you have to

cancel or the office has to reschedule, it can take months to get a new date. You may also see a “revolving door” of new faces every time you’re at your dentist’s office. These issues are unfortunate, but unfortunately it’s the new reality.

NJ.com just published an article on May 21, 2023 entitled, “Can’t get a dental appointment? NJ dentists grow desperate as works quit in droves.” Its an interesting read.

Dr. Ira Goldberg is the owner of Morris County Dental Associates in Succasunna. The offices provides a wide scope of services such as general, cosmetic, & implant dentistry. Please visit his website at www. MorrisCountyDentist.com or call his office at 973-328-1225 if you have questions or wish to schedule an appointment.

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Randolph Township officials,” describes Bekhor.

“Sen. Bucco presented our community with a legislative proclamation which will be hung in our center,” says Bekhor. “We were recognized for all the services and aid that Chabad has brought in to the community.

“An award was presented to Darren Carney, zoning officer, for connecting us to the property and seeing its amazing potential to suit our needs.

“It was a celebration of gratitude to all the people who gave the seed money that allowed us to purchase the building,” says Bekhor. “The ribbon was cut by three people — Amir Hadar and his family for donating the initial money to secure the property and for seeing and believing in the vision. Hadar is the seventh generation of direct lineage from the first Chabad rabbi; Devora Tilson, my mother who began the Chabad of Randolph in her home in 1987; and the current Mayor Lou Nisivoccia.”

L’Chaim to the Bekhors and the CCFJL.

“My reaction is pure joy,” says Bekhor. “My father had a vision when he opened the Chabad of Randolph, that it would move into a beautiful facility so more

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people can benefit. His dream has now come true. Our community is beyond excited and feels truly connected and united as a result of the new center.

“Our new motto is: Community, Connection and Celebration,” she continues. “We offer unconditional love and acceptance to anyone that walks through our doors. Our community is made up of authentic and warm people from all walks of life, from various backgrounds and consists of all age groups. Our goal is to provide a loving community to all who enter and inspire each person to nourish their soul.

“Rabbi Menachem Schneerson also known as the Rebbe, envisioned a world where everyone would have a place to feel welcome and get connected to their soul,” continues Bekhor. “There are over 5,000 Chabad institutions world-wide that spans all continents and in mostly every country. We feel so honored and humbled to be part of an organization like this. Our own parents’ lives were touched by Chabad years ago and all we want to do is to pay it forward and give others the same opportunity.”

For more information, visit www. ranolphjewish.com.

From left to right: Laura Gloshinski, Dental Assistant Dr. Michael McCleaster, Toni Janaro, Office Administrator Clarice Lyon, Dental Hygienist

The Healing Power of Acupuncture: Empowering Women’s Health

Acupuncture, an ancient Chinese healing technique, has gained significant recognition and popularity in recent years for its remarkable benefits in improving women’s health. With a focus on holistic wellness and a gentle, non-invasive approach, acupuncture offers a multitude of advantages for addressing various health issues specific to women. From menstrual irregularities and fertility challenges to menopausal symptoms and stress management, acupuncture provides a natural and effective pathway to enhanced well-being. In this article, we delve into the ways acupuncture can positively impact women’s health and promote balance in their lives.

Menstrual Health and Hormonal Balance

Menstrual irregularities, such as painful periods, irregular cycles, or excessive bleeding, can significantly disrupt a woman’s daily life. Acupuncture offers a holistic approach to restore hormonal balance and alleviate these issues. By stimulating specific acupuncture points, practitioners can help regulate menstrual cycles, reduce pain and cramping, and minimize premenstrual symptoms like mood swings and bloating. Acupuncture promotes the smooth flow of Qi (energy) and blood, fostering a harmonious balance within the reproductive system.

Fertility Enhancement

For women facing fertility challenges, acupuncture has emerged as a complementary therapy that can optimize reproductive health and increase the chances of conception. Research suggests that acupuncture can

improve the function of the ovaries, regulate hormone levels, and increase blood flow to the uterus, thereby enhancing fertility. Additionally, acupuncture is often employed in conjunction with assisted reproductive techniques, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), to improve the success rates of these procedures. It can help reduce stress, support embryo implantation, and promote overall well-being during the fertility journey.

Pregnancy Support

Throughout pregnancy, women experience various physical and emotional changes that can sometimes lead to discomfort and stress. Acupuncture offers a safe and natural approach to address common pregnancy-related concerns. It can help alleviate morning sickness, fatigue, back pain, and sciatica. Moreover, acupuncture can be utilized to turn breech babies or induce labor naturally when appropriate. By providing relaxation and balancing the body’s energy, acupuncture contributes to a more comfortable and harmonious pregnancy experience.

Menopausal Symptom Relief

Menopause marks a significant transitional phase in a woman’s life, accompanied by a range of symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and insomnia. Acupuncture offers a gentle and effective alternative to hormone replacement therapy for managing these symptoms. By targeting specific points, acupuncture can regulate hormonal fluctuations, alleviate vasomotor symptoms, and promote emotional well-being. Women

who undergo acupuncture treatments often report reduced intensity and frequency of hot flashes, improved sleep patterns, and enhanced overall quality of life during this transition.

Stress Reduction and Emotional Well-being

Women often face unique stressors and emotional challenges due to various roles and responsibilities they fulfill in their personal and professional lives. Acupuncture serves as a valuable tool for stress management and emotional balance. The practice stimulates the release of endorphins and neurotransmitters that promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and enhance mood. By addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of well-being, acupuncture empowers women to navigate their daily lives with increased resilience and inner peace.

Acupuncture has emerged as a powerful ally for women’s health, providing natural and holistic solutions for a range of conditions and concerns. By harmonizing the body’s energy flow and promoting balance within the reproductive system, acupuncture can effectively address menstrual irregularities, fertility challenges, pregnancy discomfort, menopausal symptoms, and emotional wellbeing. As more women explore integrative approaches to healthcare, acupuncture continues to gain recognition as a safe, non-invasive, and empowering therapy that supports and enhances their overall wellness.

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Randolph Church Marks 190th Anniversary

by Elsie Walker

Tenacity and love are woven into the history of Millbrook United Methodist Church. The church, which is located at 246 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph, marks its 190th anniversary this month. Longtime member, Pat Briant of Randolph, recalled a story regarding the building of the church. Wood had been secured for the building, but the wood was not seasoned and a kiln was built in which to dry it. The church hired someone to do the careful process. The worker had a bit too much apple jack and all the wood burned. Undaunted, the congregation took horses and buggies to Easton, Pennsylvania to get wood, which was not an easy trip in those days. That spirit of tenacity is still part of the congregation’s spirit. Briant noted that in 2014 a storm the day before Sunday services caused a huge tree in front of the church to fall on the electrical wires, knocking out all power to the church. Regardless of the situation, the congregation was not going to miss Sunday service and so held it on the front steps of the church with the congregation singing hymns acapella. Loving fellowship is found in this congregation which worships every Sunday at 9:45am guided by Pastor Holly Paul. Also, its love flows to the local community through various outreaches. Now, as Millbrook United Methodist Church prepares to celebrate its anniversary, Briant shared more of its history, some fond church memories, and what the church is doing to mark its 190 years.

In sharing about the church, Briant noted that her family has “deep roots” in it. Her mother and father met via the church’s youth group. Both she and her mother

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were baptized at there. Her mother was its organist for a while. Briant shared that her aunt, Mary Briant, was Sunday School Superintendent and “was on every committee there was”. Mary Briant also wrote a poem about the church at the time of its 100th anniversary in 1933.

To get an idea of how the church on Millbrook Avenue came to be the church we see today, Briant shared a historical look at it, written by Alonzo Searing. In summary, it shares that the first account of any established place of Methodist worship in Randolph Township dates back to 1799. The worshippers met in a variety of places: first in a large two-story frame house, then in a barn complete with animals in their stalls, and finally, when it was determined most worshippers lived in the Millbrook area, they began meeting in the old schoolhouse which was built by Calvin

Lawrence.

About 1831, it was decided that a church be built on the hill overlooking “the village”, and on April 25, 1832, property was purchased on which to erect the church. (This was the project where the kiln caught fire, the wood burned and more had to be secured.) The resulting church building was “30 X 38 feet in size with 16-foot posts and arched ceiling overhead and a gallery in the west end. The seats were made of plain pine boards, with one aisle in the center and the church warmed in the winter by one large square wood stove. The church was completed on or about the 28th of June in 1833, and was dedicated to the service of God,” notes Searing’s work.

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the single one. More comfortable seats were purchased and installed, and the roof was shingled. The total cost was $435.75. Later in 1899, since many worshippers lived a distance away and traveled by horse, church officials bought a strip of land, and a stall horse shed was built by W. S. Dalrymple.

From 1912 – 1960, the church saw more changes to its building as the congregation grew and prospered. “need for more

Sunday School room made it necessary to raise the church in order to place a room below the main church section. The outside work was completed in 1912. Inside steps leading to the main section were completed in 1914,” notes Searing’s history. More property was purchased in 1917, and a parsonage was completed by 1922. An addition to the church was added in the mid 1950’s and the sanctuary was redone and dedicated in 1960. Recently, the

church fellowship hall was renovated.

There are other elements to its history. With pride, the church can say it was the “Mother Church” from which three other churches took root. Outreach has also been important to this church, and it continues to help in various ways. “ We did have a few volunteers that worked at the Trinity Lutheran soup kitchen and we still support them with weekly items for their pantry….we collect school supplies in August

for the Fernbrook School in Randolph. We also support the Randolph Thanksgiving basket program,” noted Briant. Also, for many years, the church has sponsored Boy Scout troop #166.

Briant also shared her own fond memories of the church. She recalled as a child, looking forward to the church fairs, the highlight of which was riding on an antique fire truck. The truck didn’t go on the road but drove up on property behind the church. For children, riding on that truck was sheer joy. Briant also recalled the rummage sales the church used to have twice a year (pre-covid). Everyone in the church who could, would come out to help. It was “more fun getting it ready” than the actual sale itself, Briant recalled. For 25 years, on Wednesday evenings in July, the church had worship under the sky in one of the parishioner’s backyards. “It was always well attended and the parishioner also happened to be a very good baker and always put on a spread for the attendees following the service . This went on until the pandemic and then stopped” shared Briant.

Now, the church looks forward to its 190th anniversary celebration which will take place on June 25th. There will be a service at 1pm. Local township people and politicians have been invited. A letter from Senator Mikie Sherill, who

cannot attend the event, will be read. Refreshments will be shared in the church’s newly renovated fellowship hall. There, people will also see some pieces of history which found their way back to the church. When the addition was put on in the mid-1950s, a stained class window (circa early 1900s) was taken down; it was purchased by a family in the church. That family moved, but in later years, after the death of the parents, their son packaged the window and donated it back to the church. That window will be hung in the fellowship hall. Another historical item which has been donated

back to the church is a pew from 1852, pre-dating the Civil War. It should also be noted that the church has gravestones in its cemetery that date back to the Civil War era, 1883.

Looking at its 190 years, what best sums up the history and spirit of the church is the first stanza of Mary Briant’s open: Upon this beautiful hilltop In eighteen thirty-three, Men were inspired to build, O, God, A meeting place for Thee. Mid trials and tribulations And setbacks hard to bear; They succeeded in erecting The little church found there.

Roxbury Recycling Coordinator Wins Award

By Steve Sears

Township of Roxbury

and Clean Communities

Recycling Coordinator

Coordinator,

Kellie Ann Keyes, was recently awarded the New Jersey Clean Communities Municipal Coordinator Award at the inaugural Sustainability in Motion Conference at Caesar’s Atlantic City.

Keyes, a lifelong resident of Roxbury who has served in her roles for seven years, was notified of her accomplishment by JoAnn Gemenden, New Jersey Clean Communities Executive Director.

Keyes received her award in March. “I’ve been in Roxbury since I was four or five years old,” Keyes says. “I went through the school system here and my kids did, too, so I want to do what is best for the town because I am homegrown. That plays a lot into it.”

Keyes is excited about the award, but most of all enjoys the work she does. She adds, “The Clean Communities aspect is definitely a lot more fun, and definitely where you can see your progress and see what is done in order to stay compliant with the program.”

Keyes and Roxbury have at least two scheduled cleanups a year in the township.

“The cleanups are really a challenge,” she says. “They are usually in the fall and in the spring, and people are busy, but I have been able to have a very flexible program. Even though we have two specific dates for a cleanup, if people cannot make it on Saturday, but ask if they can do it on a Wednesday, I tell them, ‘Absolutely.’ That has really helped to improve the numbers.”

The township’s latest cleanup, held on April 21, removed a ton of litter from the community. For Keyes, litter is a frustrating issue. Along Roxbury’s busy roadways and neighborhoods, some garbage comes courtesy of animal activity, but most of it is from people. Keyes says, “Just being careless, throwing things in their garbage cans and not making sure it is secure, people driving around throwing garbage out their windows, so there’s a combination.” Keyes has seen a decrease in plastic bags debris, but fast-food bags, liquor bottles, vehicle tires, and sometimes construction debris are found along roadways and in other areas. “Some of the messaging lately is that we need to take care of our town. I understand a lot of people are coming through our town that might not live here, but the ownership has to be on everyone.”

Roxbury also employs the “Adopt a

Spot” program, where businesses or organizations select a spot in the township and ensure there is no litter or debris throughout the year at that location.

When you speak with Keyes, you can tell in her voice she is passionionate about her community, and she swants Roxbury

and beyond to remain beautiful. “It has been built up in the past couple of years,” Keyes says, “but we still have a lot of open space, a lot of beautiful properties. I think everyone just needs to be as committed and passionate as I am, and it does not take or need a lot of time.”

Roxbury’s Kellie Ann Keyes (l) with JoAnn Gemenden, Executive Director, NJ Clean Communities Council. Credit: Courtesy of NJSUSTAINABILITY by Jaffe Communications Inc.

Roxbury Community Garden

By Steve Sears

Anne

Gale,

a member of the Township of Roxbury Environmental Commission, speaks about a special place in her community.

“It provides - we will call it a nexus - for joining together to share information about gardening, and it also keeps a nice green space open. And the area around it, because it is undeveloped, provides a wildlife habitat.”

Gale is talking about the Vickery Gardens, named after the late Mayor of Roxbury Tom Vickery, who passed away in 2004. Also known as the Roxbury Community Gardens, it is located at 281 Eyland Avenue in Succasunna.

Gale, Vickery Gardens manager, then adds, “We (Roxbury) have a a fair number of condos and apartment complexes, so it’s a great place for people to be able to dig if they don’t have the opportunity at home.”

Vickery Gardens, which has been active since its ribbon cutting in April of 2009, was initially a vegetable farm with a farm stand owned and run for generations by the Lines family. When the family decided to sell the property, the township worked with them to acquire it, and received a grant from

County in 2003 for the Green Acres Open Space program. The town closed on the property in October of 2004.

According to Gale, it was then and is now an obvious great spot. “When it was decided because of the site and quality of the soiland subsequently because we wanted a community garden - it was the perfect place to be. It was a farm, and now it is basically a micro farm as a community garden,” Gale says.

The property is about 10 total acres, but the entire garden itself is about 1/3 of an acre. There are 80 plots of which 76 are active, and two of those provide fresh produce to the town ship’s Social Services food pantry.

Gale says, “There are over 45 members, and a fair

amount own two lots. A couple of people want to grow flowers, and a lot of people do grow standard vegetables - tomatoes, peppers, and beans –and there are a couple of gardeners of international origin who grow more exotic vegetables. There is a wide variety.”

If someone would like to join Vickery Gardens, they would have to contact the recreation department at 973-448-2015. Although there is a waiting list to join, the result according to Gale is well worth it.

“It’s a nurturing space,” she says. “It feels comfortable, because I love being surrounded by green things, having my hands in the dirt, and encouraging things to grow. And it is a sure way to connect to the

Vickery Gardens. Photo credit for all photos: Anne Gale.

Morris

Vickery Gardens plots.

A Father’s Day Story: Of Dreams Stored in an Attic Trunk

By Richard Mabey Jr.

It was in early June of 2004, that my dad decided to clean out the attic of the old Mabey Homestead. I remember it was a Saturday morning. The events that followed that very fateful day would allow me to see my beloved father, in an entirely different light. For my father had a secret dream, that for whatever reason, he had never even shared with Mom.

So, after breakfast, Dad and I climbed the 15 steps of the old Mabey Homestead, walked down the hallway to the attic door at the end of the hall. I placed the old wooden ladder, that my great grandfather had built, in place. Dad was first to begin the climb up the ladder. I followed.

When we got up to the attic floor, Dad pulled the string that hung in the middle of the attic. It was attached to a single, unshaded, 40-watt lightbulb.

“There that’s better,” I remember my dad saying as the light suddenly lit up the entire attic. Then Dad pointed to the old, wooden, vintage storage trunk that was located in the far, northwest corner of the attic. The trunk had belonged to my great grandmother, Catherine Cavanaugh. She used it to bring all her earthly possessions from Ireland to America, over a hundred years ago.

“I’ve been meaning to go through this

old trunk. Every time I would think about it, something would come up. I’m 76 years old now, I think it’s time I’d better clean it out,” Dad quietly and reflectively shared with me. We walked over to the old, antique trunk. Dad opened it up. The hinges squeaked. There, within that trunk were stacks of yellowed, drawing paper. They were tied up by pieces of blue ribbon. Each tied stack had about 50 sheets of drawing paper, neatly stacked.

They were stacks of pencil drawings. Some were of trees and lakes and open fields. There was even a pencil sketch of the old Mabey Homestead. There were also sketches of Mabey Lane, Earl’s Meadow, the old apple tree, and the original old barn that once stood in the backyard of our homestead.

“I used to fiddle around with drawing stuff when I was a kid,” Dad told me. There was a certain sadness in my dear father’s eyes, as together, we looked at the old drawings. After I came home from the war, I did some more drawing. Then your uncle and I started our trucking company, I started dating your Mom. And well, I just gave up on the dream.”

There was such a melancholy sadness that prevailed in my father’s voice as he shared those reflective words with me. For the next few moments, Dad and I just looked

at the pencil sketches that he drew as a boy and as a young man. My heart cried for my father.

“Dad, these are good drawings. Really good drawings!” I exclaimed to my father.

“Thank Richie. Just the way life is, son. Not all your dreams come true,” Dad quietly said to me. My father fought hard to hold back his tears.

“Well, we better put these back. We got a lot of stuff up here to go through,” Dad reflectively told me.

I remember my father, took the blue ribbons. He tied up the bundles of pencil sketches. Then gently, with a degree of reverence, placed his drawings in the old trunk. Dad quietly closed the top of the his grandmother’s trunk.

“Well, us standing around this old trunk’s not going to get his attic cleaned out. Come on, Richie, we got a lot of work to do today.”

Dad and I did clean out the attic that fateful June day of 2004. When all the dust was swept from the floor beams of the attic, we climbed down the old wooden ladder. Oddly, Dad never talked about his pencil sketches ever again, in the two more years that God had been given to be alive.

My father was one of the hardest working individuals I have ever known. He worked as a long distance truck driver and would often

moonlight as a trucking dispatcher, to earn extra money. Dad served as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 170 for 25 years. He was a devoted Christian man, a good father, and an endearing husband to my mom. Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He has a YouTube Channel, titled “Richard Mabey Presents.” Richard most recently published a book of his poems and short stories, that is selling rather well. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@hotmail.com.

Dad in Year 2002, just four years before he went Home to be with the Lord.

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I Remember Dad: A Most Endearing Klondike Derby

came in January of 1968.

The Klondike Derbies were always held on the first weekend after the first of January. So in 1968, the Klondike Derby for the junior teams (scouts between 11 and 13 years old) was held on Saturday, January sixth. The Klondike for the senior teams (scouts between 14 and 17 years old) was held on Sunday, January seventh.

In January of 1968, I was 14 years old and in my freshman year at Boonton High School. I was to be part of the senior team. As Dad and I rode home from the Friday night scout meeting, Dad asked me if I wanted to ride with him to Camp Allamuchy the next day, to see the junior team get ready and take off from the starting line. I didn’t miss a beat. I told Dad that I would love to go with him.

his perspective and philosophy of the adventuresome and keenly competitive Klondike Derby.

“I don’t care so much about the boys winning the boy First Place Trophy, just as long as they put their best forward,” I can still hear my father telling me, as if it was just yesterday.

Also, along our hour ride to Camp Allamuchy, Dad talked to me about my Swimming Merit Badge. Basically, he told me not to give up. I remember my father telling me that he believed in me. That even though it might take me a longer time to earn the Swimming Merit Badge, he knew that if I put my mind to it, I could do it.

By Richard Mabey Jr.

My father served 25 years of volunteer service as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 170, of Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Lincoln Park.

Of all the many scouting activities that Troop 170 was involved in, I think that the Klondike Derbies were one of Dad’s dearest remembrances. A special memory of my father’s love of the Klondike Derbies,

Well, the Klondike Derby sled had been packed and put on the back of my dad’s Ford Econoline truck, at the Friday night scout meeting. Dad and I rode alone together on the long journey to Camp Allamuchy in Northwest New Jersey.

Driving from our little Mayberry of Lincoln Park to the wooded mountains of Camp Allamuchy, Dad shared with me

“I believe in you, Richie,” my father told me, in the midst of the two of us talking about my trials and tribulations of working toward earning my Swimming Merit Badge. I can still hear the echo of my beloved father sharing those cherished words with me.

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From January of 1968, the very photograph of Dad and the Junior Klondike Team that I took with my Kodak Instamatic camera. Dad is standing third from the left hand side.

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to Dad’s blue Ford Econoline truck. It was poetry in motion as I helped my fellow scouts lift the big Klondike sled from the back of Dad’s truck and ever so gently place it to the ground.

And then, Jimmy Anderson, the Captain of the Junior Klondike Team grabbed the back handle of the glorious dog sled, the other five boys grabbed the rope handles, attached to the thick manila rope that ran from the front of the sled, and they ran off to the starting line.

At the starting line, the grand and glorious Junior Klondike Team of Boy Scout Troop 170 had about four other teams in front of them, awaiting to approach the shot gun start. Each shot gun shot, would send off two

Klondike teams, one running to the left and one running to the right. Mr. Spotts had the high honor of starting the teams off with his famous cap pistol. It was such a magnificent sight to behold.

Back in the line, I watched Dad give a pep talk to his scouts. Suddenly, I saw the grand and glorious leadership of my father come to life. There was no doubt about it. Dad was incredibly proud of his scouts and he cared about each and every one of them.

I took a picture of the moment with my Kodak Instamatic camera that I had in my coat pocket. That very picture was to appear within the pages of the noteworthy Lincoln Park Herald, along with a story that I wrote about

the big event.

Now at 69, I would give an eye tooth, give up my entire comic book collection, give up most of my worldly possessions, to just relive that day once again. This past May twelfth, marked 17 years from when my dear father went Home to be with the Lord. I still deeply mourn for him. In all so many ways, my father truly was the Beloved Scoutmaster.

Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. Richard hosts a YouTube Channel entitled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” He most recently published a book of poems and short stories. Richard can be reached at richardmabeyjr@ hotmail.com.

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Ewing, NJ born Washington Settles in at Action News

by Jeff Garrett

It’s been three months since Ewing-born Renee Washington started her role as a sports reporter at ABC’s Action News in Philadelphia, with a focus on youth sports all the way up to the pros. As she told her Twitter followers in February, “Philly has given me so much as a three-time all-American and Hall of Famer at LaSalle and at Lehigh as a coach and reporter with ESPN. As a Jersey girl, I’m thankful to join the incredibly talented team,” at 6ABC as a sports reporter and anchor.

By all accounts, Washington, a threetime Division I Soccer AllAmerican and two-sport Division I athlete, who’s been brainstorming, pitching and delivering sports packages on high school basketball games since February, is a perfect fir for covering the important local sports category of high school sports. She covered many high school basketball games including regional and state playoff runs by area teams, the Penn Relays and was a part of covering of the Sixers 2023 playoff experience aside from many other assignments.

Washington reports from experience as an athlete and coach. She made the 2014 NCAA Top 50 women’s athlete list as a

senior at LaSalle University in Philadelphia, achieving a B.A. in Public Relations, before moving onto Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA to obtain her Master of Education in Educational Leadership. Washington was inducted into LaSalle’s Athletic Hall of Fame in February 2022.

She coached women’s soccer as a graduate student at Lehigh in 2014 and 2015 and become involved in internships with their sports media department which pointed her in the direction of sports reporting as a career. As she told Lehigh University sports communication department in 2022, the origins of what she’s able to do at ABC Action News 6 started years ago, going

back to Lehigh and even further.

“The inner athlete in me loves the excitement of being involved in games and having the chance to be apart of the action,” she told Lehigh in 2022. “I’m not on the field playing, but I can help paint a picture for viewers. I can give some insight into what’s going on on the bench, what the coaches are saying, what’s being said in the huddle, what the players are saying and feeling and giving people something extra they just don’t get from watching the game,” she again, told Lehigh in 2022.

The former New Jersey resident who graduated from Pennington High School in 2010 with outstanding accolades

for soccer and basketball, thought about becoming a pediatrician when she was in high school. Her care and devotion to others took a new route, away from the playing fields no less.

She founded a nonprofit organization called, “Planted Not Buried,” which empowers, inspires and educates people through workshops, classes and

events hoping to cultivate positivity, growth and perseverance through volunteer gatherings and collaboration for folks of all backgrounds. Washington continues to serve as a color commentator, play-byplay and sideline reporter for the tri-state region for ESPN. She also worked as a content creator for the Washington Mystics WNBA

team, the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals, between 2019 and 2022 before working as a fill-in anchorwoman at WPHL 17 in Philadelphia covering Philadelphia Union MLS games. Close to where now to where she grew up, it seems that Washington landed pretty close to where she hoped to be doing something she loves.

Maritime Museum Grows in Importance in 16th Year

by Jeff Garrett

On the southern tip of Long Beach Island sits a museum housing a huge collection of shipwreck files and artifacts almost unlike anywhere around.

On July 3rd, the New Jersey Museum of Maritime Museum will celebrate its sixteenth year showcasing rare stories only few may have known about at sea.

The collection, largely cultivated from New Jersey maritime historians, comes from pieces of shipwrecks and disasters pertaining to the state’s maritime history.

The idea for a museum came almost 25 years prior to its opening. Bob Yates and Deb Whitcraft, who serves as President of the Museum, possessed strong desires to learn about wrecks off New Jersey’s shores. Whitcraft was a collector. As her collection grew, she wondered if there might actually be a good place to put all of this stuff for others to learn about.

In 2007, dream became reality for the collector and the New Jersey Maritime Museum was born. There’s a rich history of shipwrecks and disasters inside. From a shipwreck database and map to a rare

book library and lending library for readers wanting to know more. An Atlantic City exhibit, Women’s Surf Fishing Club exhibit and a collection of New Jersey storm photos are all inside. You can even get married at the museum.

Presentations by those related to the maritime world are frequent, on a monthly basis, often taking place at Buckalew’s Restaurant & Tavern in Beach Haven.

Recent speakers in 2023 have included Gene Peterson a member of the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI), and founder of Atlantic Divers. His series was presented in two parts – the first concerning those of divers pursuing dreams of finding lost treasure amidst the rubble of sunken ships along the New Jersey coast. The second part was discussing those discoveries themselves and the friendships created as divers discovered china, clay pipers and other out-of-the-ordinary things sea-goers and many others found interesting.

In Summer, the Maritime Museum sees a big thrust of people, perhaps enjoying bigger visitation than in any other season of the year mainly since visitors flock to

the Jersey shore to vacation.

The Museum is ready to educate students too offering a Marine Science Camp presented by New Logic Marine Biologists and Environmentalists. There are several kindergarten through eighth grade classes beginning June 26 and two Teen camps the weeks of July 24 and Aug.7 from 9am to 2pm each weekday. Kids programs exist on Fridays from June 23 to Aug. 25 from 1030am to Noon offering educational activities for kids age 3 to 13.

So how does the state’s premier maritime museum exist on donations alone?

While fundraisers are held each Spring and Fall, the museum is a registered 501 (C)(3) non-profit and has a membership program for the community with annual and lifetime options.

The community appears to have adopted the Maritime Museum with open arms While the museum simultaneously has upped its offerings between its walls at 528 Dock Rd in Beach Haven to meet the curiosities of all curious to learn more about New Jersey’s maritime history.

To learn more about the New jersey Maritime Museum, call 609-492-0202 or logon to www.NJMM.org.

3 Grilling Hacks for Delicious, Plant-Based Summer Menus

Cooking and entertaining outdoors can bring friends and family back together, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Simple, flavorful recipes can be easy on the home chef yet still tasty and enjoyable for those at the table.

One of the best parts of the season is grilled fare like burgers, hot dogs and fresh vegetables. This year, consider adding a plant-based option to your menu. Made with simple, recognizable ingredients, Lightlife offers vegan, non-GMO options that are made for the grill, like Plant-Based Burgers, Smart Dogs and Italian Smart Sausage. These products can help satisfy the craving for protein and are made with ingredients you can feel good about serving your friends and family.

“Food brings people together, and now more than ever, grilling season and dining al fresco is one of the best ways to do that,” said Tommy McDonald, executive chef at Greenleaf Foods. “Think of the grill as an additional seasoning element – a zero-fuss way to add miles of flavor. One of my favorite products is Lightlife’s Smart

Dogs, which have been reformulated to taste better than ever. Try topping them with a freshly made onion jam or quickpickled relish.”

Consider these tips from McDonald to properly grill plant-based variations of your favorite meals:

Be mindful of cook times. Plant-based protein products typically taste best when cooked properly, usually over a low, open flame. When you’re almost ready to dish them out in recipes like Grilled Pineapple Burgers with Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce or Avocado Toast Dogs, give them a quick sear. If you’re unsure, reference the recommended cook times on the packaging.

Keep it separate. During these seasonal celebrations, there’s often some people who want traditional meat and others who crave plant-based options. To satisfy your group, drop a cast-iron skillet on the grill and allow it to heat up. Put your favorite plant-based proteins in the skillet, along with veggies, to keep the grill organized. Top it off. Don’t skimp on the toppings.

The next time you’re looking to jazz up burgers, sausages or hot dogs, make an easy DIY onion jam to spread on top. While the burgers and dogs are on the grates, prepare some extra coals; once they’ve burned down a bit, bury foil-wrapped onions in the coals. After the onions are soft and warmed through, pull them out and enjoy a smokey onion jam.

For more simple summer recipes, visit Lightlife.com/Recipes

Grilled Pineapple Burgers with Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce

Total time: 30 minutes

Serving: 2

2 rings freshly cored pineapple

2 Lightlife Plant-Based Burger patties salt, to taste pepper, to taste

2 sesame seed burger buns, lightly toasted

1 cup baby arugula

1/4 cup crispy fried onions

2 tablespoons honey garlic barbecue sauce

Heat grill to medium. Grill pineapple slices 4-5 minutes per side until grillmarked and slightly caramelized. Cut slices

in half and set aside. Wipe down grill. Season burger patties with salt and pepper, to taste. To grill burgers from refrigerator, grill 4-5 minutes per side until evenly browned with internal temperature of 165 F.

To assemble burgers, layer toasted bottom buns with arugula then top each with burger patty and two slices grilled pineapple. Sprinkle with crispy fried onions and drizzle with barbecue sauce. Top each with top bun.

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Lightly coat grill grates with oil and preheat to medium heat.

In small bowl, mash avocados, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Cover and rest in refrigerator.

Grill dogs 6-7 minutes, turning frequently.

While dogs are grilling, lightly toast buns.

Spread avocado mixture on one side of toasted buns. Sprinkle each with everything bagel seasoning. Add dogs and drizzle with sriracha. (Family Features)

Ice Cream Made with Love for Dad

Few relationships are as special as a bond between a mother and her child. There is often so much laughter, so much love and so many good times spent around food and family over the years.

From trying new foods together and cooking lessons at a young age to time-honored family recipes, there are few things better than mom’s cooking.

This delicious Very Berry and Creamy Coconut Ice Cream was created with mothers in mind. It’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious, especially when it’s made with fresh ingredients right at home for a perfect addition to Mother’s Day festivities.

This ice cream features the rich tartness of frozen fruit and a sweet creaminess from the coconut milk. The two flavors of ice cream create a unique combination that’s outof-this-world delicious.

To make the Berry Ice Cream, blend 2 pounds of frozen berries, sweetened condensed milk, honey and salt until smooth then freeze for four hours.

To make the Coconut Ice Cream, beat 2 cups of whipping cream in a mixer until stiff peaks form. In a bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, salt and 1 cup of the whipped cream. Whisk then add remaining whipped cream and whisk until combined. Place in a dish and freeze for four hours.

Once properly chilled, both ice creams are ready to scoop and serve. Garnish with mint leaves for an extra pop of color, if desired.

Enjoy a delightful treat with your mom as you make memories year after year. This time it may be mom’s turn to ask for the recipe.

Find more sweet treats for Mother’s Day at Culinary.net

Very Berry and Creamy

Coconut Ice Cream

Yield: 11 cups

Berry Ice Cream:

2 pounds frozen berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and blackberries)

1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

1 tablespoon honey

1/2 teaspoon salt

Coconut Ice Cream:

2 cups heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

1/2 cup coconut milk

1/2 teaspoon salt

mint leaves, for garnish (optional)

To make berry ice cream: In blender, pulse frozen berries, sweetened condensed milk, honey and salt until smooth, scraping down sides.

Pour mixture into 5-by-9-inch loaf pan. Freeze uncovered 4 hours, or until set.

To make coconut ice cream: In large mixing bowl, beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

In medium bowl, whisk sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, salt and 1 cup whipped cream until combined. Add remaining whipped cream and whisk until combined.

Pour into 5-by-9-inch loaf pan. Freeze uncovered 4 hours, or until set.

Scoop desired amount of each ice cream into bowls to serve. Garnish with mint leaves, if desired. (Culinary.net)

Bucket List Travels: Venice, the Impossible City

Morristown resident Paul Partridge has been building a travel bucket list for years. Now he’s diving in – near and far – and shares his adventures in this column.

by Paul Partridge

“The day you go to Venice . . . will be one day quite by itself in your life. You will be alive that day.” – E. Temple Thurston, British poet & playwright serene. Despite its moniker, Venice conjures up strong feelings even among Italians; you either love it or you hate it, I’m told. Naysayers point to high prices, rising water levels, foul smells, hordes of tourists, hordes of pigeons.

My wife and I are met outside the Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station by a private water taxi. Its wooden hull is gleaming, looking like it’s been hand polished for hours. We settle into the leather-upholstered cabin and take in the dazzle before us.

The Grand Canal is alive with every kind of watercraft from rowboats to sailboats, working ships to luxury yachts – and of course, gondolas. Golden hour sun rays glisten off magnificent ancient buildings, churches and bridges.

A Bellini is offered as we push off from the dock. Offer accepted. I’ve only taken one sip but feel my balance is off. Is it the drink? The boat? Or is it the brain trying to make sense of an entire city sitting on water? Its existence is impossible, surely. This watery Oz must be either mirage or magic.

The captain maneuvers through traffic to the front entrance of the Ca’ Sagredo Hotel. The dapper hotel manager greets us and ushers us in. It feels like a palace because . . . it is. An ancient noble residence from the 15th century. Another drink awaits – a Spritz Veneziano. As we’re escorted from the grand stairway to the magnificently frescoed music ballroom to our room, which features a panoramic view of the Grand Canal, it finally starts to make sense:

Evidently, we’re co-stars in a movie –a period piece, a sweeping romance no doubt. The director is about to yell, “Cut, that’s a wrap!” whereupon we transform back to our normal lives of peeling potatoes and taking out the trash.

But no, the scene continues, and the next scene is better, and the next better still.

Venezia… La Serenissima. The most

Certainly, Venice has faults. But I would argue many more charms. Just ask Dante, Byron, Henry James, Hemingway, Mark Twain and Ezra Pound – all or who lived or spent significant time here. Do you appreciate art? History? Romance? Mystery? Venice is soaked in them.

Plus, you can eliminate many of its blemishes just by choosing the right time to visit. For example, don’t go in August. It’s hot, humid, and overrun with turisti. Flooding from hide tides (acqua alta) occurs infrequently, only a couple times a year; highest tendency is in November, December, and October – in that order –according to local statisticians. The foul smell rap is suspect at best. In several trips

to Venice, I’ve never experienced it – and I’m extremely sensitive to smells.

The high prices complaint, however, is valid. Yes, Venice is expensive. But whether you’re visiting Hawaii or Nantucket or Saint Lucia, aren’t prices always higher on islands where everything must be shlepped in by boat?

A couple observations: One is, you don’t have to spend two weeks in Venice. Two to four days is enough for most visitors. Also, prices decrease the more you venture away from St. Mark’s Square. St. Mark’s is ground zero, where most of the tourists – especially day trippers – congregate. Do your eating, drinking, and shopping away from the tourist hotspots and your dollar will go much further.

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Floating City. Save money by buying a 1-, 2- or 3-day pass. The theater onboard is entertaining, especially during commuter hours. Pets, bikes, trunks, furniture, groceries, the kitchen sink – if you can carry it on, it’s welcome. Meanwhile the view outside is . . . Venice.

Explore the Fish Market – Conveniently located only a one-minute walk from the famous Rialto Bridge. Since 1173, local fishermen have brought their daily catch here, including octopus, writhing eels, giant swordfish, squid, prawns, tuna, softshelled crabs and much more. A place full of energy, life, and fishmonger characters.

Marvel at Venetian Architecture –Venice is a unique city that’s been built up layer upon layer over many centuries. You can witness many different architectural styles such as early Romanic architecture, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassic, and Byzantine.

Get up Early for St. Mark’s – Early morning is a wonderful time to experience Piazza San Marco. Captivating. Serene. Simply splendid. Other preferred times:

under the moonlight or in the fog. If you’re not careful you may get goosebumps. Before you sits St. Mark’s Basilica (tour the inside for free), the Doge’s Palace (sign up for a tour), and the Clocktower (venture inside), with the columns of San Todaro and the winged lion standing guard. It’s easy to see why Napoleon called it “The drawing room of Europe.”

Walk – Grab a coffee or cappuccino and start exploring off the beaten path. It may seem counterintuitive that a city built on water is very walkable, but it is. No cars. No blaring horns. No motorcycles to dodge. Just endless beautiful passageways to wander. And gentle church bells as a soundtrack. Getting lost in Venice is a delight.

Visit Murano – In 1291, the glassmaking industry moved from Venice to Murano to avoid fire risks and to enforce strict control over glassmakers. So valuable was the glass trade that any glass master who tried to leave the Republic of Venice faced a death sentence. Today you can still see glass artisans at work blowing glass and molding it into exquisite shapes.

5 Tips to Stretch Your Summer Travel Budget

Many of the nation’s leading travel experts are predicting a surge in travel this summer. It’s no surprise that after months of restrictions, Americans are ready to set out on their next adventures. While popular destinations are likely to be open and welcoming visitors, the uptick in traffic combined with higher prices may translate into more expensive travel.

If you’re planning a trip this summer, learn how to incorporate some smart spending strategies with these tips from the financial experts at Credit One Bank:

Be flexible on travel dates and destinations. Unless your travel is tied to a specific event or occasion, try searching with flexible dates to find the best available rates. Similarly, if you know you want to get away but you’re not particular about where, try looking for destinations offering special promotions or deals for travel during certain timeframes.

Consider trip interruption and cancellation policies. Planning for the unexpected can help protect you if a trip needs to end early or be canceled altogether. Unless you have travel insurance, you’re likely to lose money on non-refundable expenses such as flights, event tickets or tours. However, some travel companies or your credit card provider may

cover reimbursement for certain prepaid expenses. Look into what options are available before you travel to avoid extra headaches when the unexpected occurs during a trip.

Get rewarded no matter how you travel. Using your credit card rewards to offset travel costs is a smart strategy, but not everyone wants or needs perks like miles or points that are exclusive to use with a single travel partner. With point-based travel reward cards, like the Credit One Bank Wander Card, the more places you visit, the more rewards you reap along the way that can be redeemed for future experiences, statement credits, gift cards and more. That means no matter what hotel chain you stay at, car rental agency you select or airline you fly with – or as you mix and match to get the best deals – everyday adventurers have opportunities to earn up to five times the rewards points for doing things they love. Come up with a realistic budget. When you’re planning a trip, it’s easy to focus on the big-ticket expenses like airfare and hotel rooms. The reality is, when you add up all the smaller expenses, you may spend significantly more than you realize. To plan a more accurate budget, be sure you account for expenses like dining out at restaurants,

paying for fuel at the pump and tickets to attractions and events. Don’t forget fees that add up, too, like tips for housekeeping, checked bags, Wi-Fi access, parking and souvenirs.

Research and book free and discounted attractions. Some attractions offer discounts for purchasing tickets in advance online, age-based discounts or free admission at certain times or dates, so be sure to look into any attractions you hope to visit ahead of time. If you’re a travel rewards credit

card holder, start your search by looking into your redemption options. If your card offers flexible options by booking through a specific partner site or dedicated travel platform, you might be able to redeem points or make your spending dollars go further toward earning more rewards for the cost of experiences, entertainment and other expenses while you travel. Find more ways to make your money work for you at CreditOneBank.com/articles. Family Features.

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