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Pleasantdale Elementary To Change Name To Honor Local Astronauts

By J. L. Shively he name of the Pleasantdale Elementary School has been around since it was first built, says Joanne Pollara, principal of the school since 2009, but “we are all very, very excited about this name change.” Pollara is referring to the recent decision to rename the school after local astronauts, Mark and Scott Kelly. Although the new name has not yet been unveiled, the decision will soon be made. Part of the school building, Pollara states, is about 100 years old, while other editions occurred in the 1950s and then again more recently. “Pleasantdale is actually the name of a section of town which takes in Pleasant Valley Way, Mt. Pleasant Ave. and the area around the high school down to the Verona border,” Pollara says. While the history around the school and its name remains, the community has embraced the idea of honoring the schools twin astronaut graduates with a change in the school’s name. “I don’t know whose idea it was to originally honor the Kellys now, but they have returned over the years to our TES STIMA FREE E

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school community and our town,” Pollara says. “Personally, I am honored to be a part of this renaming,” she adds, explaining that the school staff is also working on a new school song and “a fitting tribute that will become a part of the history of our school.” Mark and Scott Kelly, “have both served their country, their family and realized their dreams,” Pollara says of the astronauts. The history of Pleasantdale Elementary is about to be changed for the better and the memory and hard work of these two dedicated astronauts will live on in the years to come.

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Emmy Winner Kim Zimmer Appearing At Luna Stage In West Orange

erona resident and four-time Emmy Award-Winner Kim Zimmer will star in a brand new play at Luna Stage, a professional theatre in West Orange. Zimmer will also do a special Meet and Greet for fans where she'll read an excerpt from her bestselling memoir. She is best known for her portrayal of Reva Shayne on “Guiding Light” where she received four Lead Actress Emmy Awards along with eleven nominations, but she is also an accomplished stage actress recently wrapping up a record-breaking tour with the first national company of “Wicked.” Her performance in “Old Love New Love” by Laura Brienza will mark her Luna Stage debut. “Old Love New Love” is a funny, moving, and life-affirming play about the challenges of caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease and the lengths

we go to in order to honor the lives of those we have loved. “Old Love New Love” and runs Thursdays through Sundays until May 8. Tickets range from $27-$37 dollars. There will be a Special Meet and Greet with Kim Zimmer at 5:30 p.m. following the 3 p.m. performance on Sun., April 17. Meet Kim, hear her read an excerpt from her best selling memoir "I'm Just Saying!," These are separately ticked events. Tickets for “Old Love New Love” on that date are $37; Meet and Greet are $25. Tickets for all performances and the Meet and Greet can be purchased at lunastage.org, or at the box office Tues.-Fri. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; 973-3955551. Group sales available. $10 Student Rush tickets available one half-hour before curtain. Luna Stage is a small but mighty professional theatre company in West Orange. Throughout the past 23 years,

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West Orange To Make Big Splash With Giant Waterslide

By Cara Connelly his summer’s West Orange Street Fair is sure to be the biggest splash of the season. A huge highlight of the daylong event is a giant, three-lane waterslide that will span across several blocks. The West Orange Township Council unanimously approved a plan to create the slide that will

stretch across Mount Pleasant Avenue from Interstate 208 to Main Street. The slide is organized by Slide the City, a company that sets up and puts on neighborhood events and fundraisers such as Color Me Rad, Dirty Dashes and the Lantern Fest. According to Megan Brill, executive director of the Downtown Alliance, “Slide the City loved the idea of partnering with

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us, the street fair and the National Park.” Slide for the City has never been in New Jersey and “West Orange is honored to be the first township in New Jersey to host such an event,” said Brill. The June 4 event is the 13th annual Downtown Alliance and Thomas Edison National Park’s Street fair. The West Orange Township partners with the Thomas Edison National Historical Park to celebrate Edison Day. Sliding will start at 9 a.m. and the fair begins on Main Street at 11 a.m. The event ends at 7 p.m. and there is no charge to the street fair and to the Tomas Edison National Park. However, Slide the City participants can purchase a single, triple or ultimate slider pass for a selected wave time. Participants are encouraged to sign up early. Pricing starts at $10 and tickets can be purchased at http://www.slidethecity.com/location/westorange/. Slide the City shares its mission to raise awareness of water conservation. The slide is designed to re-circulate water all day. Approximately 9,000-20,000 gallons of water will be used at the West Orange event and will be recycled when the slide is dis-assembled. The street fair generally attracts approx-

imately 5,000 people. Brill anticipates many more visitors this year. “We anticipate the people that come for the slide will visit the fair and folks that come for the fair will enjoy the slide,” she said. Vendors are still needed to make this event a success. Any and all types of vendors are welcome, such as arts and crafts, direct sale vendors, food vendors including baked goods, candy, coffees and teas, antique and collectible vendors, non-profit organizations and commercial and business exhibitors. Edison Days is also looking for additional entertainment for the event including magicians, clowns or petting zoos. In addition to the humongous slide, other Edison Day events include many booths filled with artists, crafters and vendors, family entertainment, kid’s activities including face painting and arts and crafts, a beer garden, a disc jockey and a concert performed by the local band Rude Boy George. There will be plenty of parking and shuttles will be available to take visitors to the fair. Brill adds, “this is a fun event for town residents and for nearby townships to visit as well. We want everyone to see how great West Orange is and all we have to offer.”

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Lou Vanaria From A Bronx Tale Headlines Annual Rock Out Lung Cancer Benefit

ctor-Singer-Songwriter Lou Vanaria from the 1990s movie favorite “A Bronx Tale” will emcee and perform at the fourth annual “Rock Out Lung Cancer” event on Sun., April 24 at Calandra’s Il Vecchio Cafe in Caldwell. Vanaria will headline an all-star North Jersey lineup that includes A Cappella Group “Cool Change;” Singing Police Officer Tommy Scala from “America’s Got Talent;” and local favorite Singer/Songwriter John Monnecka. “Lung cancer isn’t just a Bronx tale,” Vanaria said. “From Manhattan to Long Island, Staten Island to New Jersey, lung cancer is blight on all our communities. It is an honor and privilege to come together with all these great musicians to lend our time and talents in the fight against this dreadful disease.” Rock Out Lung Cancer is the inspiration of Prelude to a Cure founder and West Caldwell resident Claire Mattern, a cancer survivor and classically trained pianist who wanted to combine her love of music with her strong desire to help other

cancer patients. “We are incredibly excited by the amazing array of musical talent that will perform at this year’s event,” Mattern said. “From a cappella, to Rock n’ Roll, to classic crooning, there will be something for everyone.” In addition to the musical talent, the fun and food-filled event, which will run from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. will include a large silent auction, a sumptuous buffet and a number of special, surprise guests. “It is incredibly gratifying how the buzz around Rock Out Lung Cancer has increased every year,” Mattern said. “Great fun, great food and a great cause – you can’t beat that.” The one thing that has not changed over the four years of Rock Out Lung Cancer is the deadliness of the disease. According to statistics from the National Cancer Institute, lung cancer is the leading cancer killer by far—killing more than 160,000 people each year, three times more than any other cancer. “The lung cancer statistics really struck

home this year, as the Prelude family lost a major source of courage, hope and inspiration last summer,” Mattern said. “Lung cancer survivor Bonnie Walsh, who has spoken so well and poignantly at our past Rock Out events, lost her valiant fight against this horrible disease last August. Those who heard her speak will never forget her courage, warmth and con-

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Enjoy Summer On Lake Hopatcong, Social And Boating Club To Hold Open House

he Garden State Yacht Club on scenic Lake Hopatcong invites the public to visit their waterfront facilities. In just a few minutes’ drive, experience the fun that this private club offers. Enjoy a wide range of outdoor and social activities at the Garden State Yacht Club, which offers Full Equity and Associate memberships for families and singles. An open house is scheduled for prospective members to

see its heated swimming pool, tennis courts, playground, docks, and locker rooms. In addition to these facilities, Equity Members have full use of the luxurious clubhouse, catered deck and clubhouse dining, weekend and midweek entertainment, dancing, and year-round activities. Tour the GSYC on Sun., May 1, from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Please RSVP. Not a convenient date or time? Call 973398-0022; visit www.gsyc.org.

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West Orange Author Brings Hope To Epileptics And Aspiring Writers

By Cheryl Conway est Orange author Jennifer Walkup has found her voice in her writing and lets it be heard in her second young adult fiction book. In her newest fiction novel, “This Ordinary Life,” just published in Oct. 2015, Walkup mixes romance and challenges like dealing with a loved one who has epilepsy and a mother who is an alcoholic. Published by Luminis Books, the 228 page book is available online through Amazon, Barnes & Noble and most local bookstores including Word in Maplewood. An avid reader and great storyteller, Walkup has found her niche in writing novels for young adult. Her debut book, “Second Verse,” published in 2013 was the 2014 Gold Moonbeam Award winner for best Teen Mystery/Thriller and the NJ RWA Golden Leaf Award winner. “I love it,” says Walkup about her preference of writing for that teenage audience. “My natural author voice is that age group,” the 37-year old says. “There’s so much happening in those teen years; coming of age

kind of stuff; characters finding themselves.” Walkup, who grew up in Cedar Grove graduating from Cedar Grove High School in 1996, is a freelance writer, book editor, teacher of creative writing for the Writer’s Circle and mother of two boys. She received her bachelor’s from Montclair State University and master’s from William Paterson in English and creative writing. Her first book was a mystery thriller while her latest book “is more contemporary.” Walkup started writing “This Ordinary Life” in 2012. She says she had idea for her characters having epilepsy “in mind for a while.” Walkup says, “I don’t know how many books that have characters that have epilepsy in young adults; and there’s a romance in it which is popular in teen readers.” In a press release about the book, Walkup writes, “What happens when a girl falls in

love with a boy with epilepsy? For Jasmine Torres, it’s a breath of fresh air. All Jasmine wants is a normal life, to land a gig as a radio DJ and have her younger brother be healthy. “Enter Wes, the guy Jasmine didn’t know she was looking for. Like her younger brother, Wes has epilepsy. “By showing the two characters dealing with a similar type of epilepsy, but at different stages and treatments in their lives, I aimed to show a range of the issues that can arise with the disorder as well as the normalcy that can be achieved,” says Walkup. Although fiction, Walkup says “This Ordinary Life” is authentic as “I lived through some of it” having had some experience in dealing with epilepsy in her family. “Almost all of the epilepsy information is based on situations I’ve either personally experienced or seen others experience first-

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continued from previous page can be represented in books. It’s hopeful; if people do have epilepsy, you can have an ordinary life.” The theme of the book carries “A message of hope in there,” says Walkup. “Jasmine goes through a lot of stuff in her life. She keeps persevering; it can pertain to anyone’s life. It’s a message of hopefulness hopefully.” About her book, Walkup says, “I think it’s a good read. It’s a fun book. It deals with some serious things; it’s a light hearted read. It’s a fun romance; it has fun characters. It has a good message about persevering and staying true to your dreams.” Getting her work published is a dream that Walkup advises other writers to not give up on. Walkup admits she had written five books before her first book was published. “Finding a publisher, took a while,” says Walkup. “It was definitely a labor of love. It’s not a fast process. It is challenging but I love writing. It’s a lot of work, of course. Every project is a learning project. When you move onto the next one, it’s better.” Walkup, who does a lot of school visits,

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Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline • Tell Them You Saw It In The West Orange News, April 2016, Page 7 has had some local book signings, runs a creative writing workshop and book club, says “It all works out in the end.” Looking back at her novels that did not get published, Walkup says “I call them my practice novels; someday maybe I’ll revisit them. Part of it is practice, learning and just improving the writing craft and writing skills. Sometimes it takes an entire book to learn certain things.” Her advice to aspiring writers is to “read a lot and write a lot; both things are important to becoming a writer. Usually there is a lot of work and a lot of revision and a lot of rejection. Just keep moving forward if you want to write; you do become a better writer for it. Writers are always learning, always growing.” Walkup is currently working on two more young adult novels with hopes to completing their first drafts by this summer. One is a summer romance with the setting at the Jersey shore and the other is a drama about two friends on a cross-country summer road trip. Sold in paperback, readers can purchase a copy of “This Ordinary Life” for $14.95.

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Volunteers Needed To Listen To Children

By Cheryl Conway hile they are not being rewarded financially for their time, it pays to volunteer at least to those students needing someone who will listen. There are 30 students within the Livingston School District who have been meeting once a week with a trained adult volunteer to share concerns in their life. The program called Listen To Children is sponsored by the Jewish Family Service (JFS) of MetroWest, with funding from Livingston Municipal Alliance Committee (LMAC) and the Township of Livingston. The program was brought to Livingston 13 years ago and involves students in the district’s five elementary and two middle schools, explains Suzanne Berman, director of Volunteer Services of JFS of MetroWest. "The program was adopted from the state of Florida in 2003 to give Livingston students an opportunity to meet with a trained volunteer in a non-judgmental environment to express their concerns of family and school life and other feelings they may have," organizers explain. The listen program pairs a warm accepting older adult volunteer with a school aged child on a one-to-one basis. The Child-Listener friendship allows a child to share

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Some children signed up for the program because they do not have a grandparent; some have working parents who are not always around to listen. Through the program, “they are getting extra attention and encouragement,” she says. Some listener activities include developing a friendly and supportive relationship with participating students; planning activities that will lead to increased communications; listening to the student’s thoughts, feelings and ideas without judgment. Bob Gebroe of Livingston has been a listener volunteer since 2006. “Listeners quite often are reminded at our monthly meetings what an impact we have on the students that we meet with on a weekly basis,” says Gebrow. “From time to time, parents or teachers have thanked me for the job that we do with their kids. Recently, while I was meeting with a student, he told me that he really looks forward to getting together with me each week and it helps him get through his day. I was so taken back by the thought of hearing it directly from a student. I will never forget that experience." The greatest challenge faced by the program is the need for more volunteers, says Berman, adding that JFS

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Celebrate Animal Rescue On Tax Day

t’s dog tails and cocktails on April 15 as St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center hosts its annual Canine Cotillion to support animal rescue at its three locations and outreach work across the state of New Jersey and beyond. “This is our signature event of the year,” said Heather Cammisa, president and CEO. “It’s a fun, lovely evening of delicious food, an uplifting program and wonderful company, including four legged attendees often dressed up in bowties and beads themselves.” The event is set to be held on Friday April 15 at the Westin Governor Morris in Morristown. The evening begins at 7 p.m. with a cocktail reception complete with a biscuit bar for canine attendees. A seated, gourmet dinner will be served for two-legged guests with silent and live auc-

tions. Each guest will receive a special gift bag with treats for both humans and dogs to enjoy. The program will highlight the outreach work of the center to overcrowded shelters and the travels of the center’s new custom 26 foot transport vehicle, “The Zephyr.” The vehicle will also be onsite and guests will be welcomed aboard to view all of the specialty features and talk with the rescuers doing the hands on work. Tickets are $275 per person, which includes admission for a canine date. Seating is limited. Corporate sponsorships are also available. For more information or make reservations, contact Kim Kancylarz, event manager, at 973-377-7094 or visit www.sthuberts.org.

US Coast Guard Auxiliary Conducts Boating Safely Course

he US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 15 - 10 on Lake Hopatcong, plans to conduct an “About Boating Safely” on Sat., April 19-20, from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.. Taught by USCG certified instructors licensed by the State of NJ, the course covers all the subjects to satisfy the requirements for the mandatory NJ Boating Safety Certifi-

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Specialists Step Up Concussion Study As Players Ready To Hit Soccer Pitch Under New Head Rules

By Cheryl Conway occer season will be kicking in again soon and with that more cases of kids getting hit with head injuries due to heading the ball, running into posts or even another player. Measures have been taken by the United States Soccer Federation to create a policy to limit head balls by youth players. The new guidelines which may begin in the fall of 2016 are expected to prohibit players 10 years old and younger from heading the ball. The regulations also aim at reducing headers in practice for players who are between the ages of 11 and 13. Soccer organizations are not alone in taking initiatives when it comes to concussion, whether it involves minimizing or placing greater awareness on the impact a concussion can have on an individual, especially if the brain is not allowed enough time to rest. Dr. Catherine Mazzola, the director of Pediatric Neurological Surgery at Morristown Medical Center and Dr. Richard Servatius at the Rutgers’ Stress and Motivated Behavior Institute (SMBI) are conducting a study to understand how head injury affects brain functions such as attention, learning and memory. “Every year we see hundreds of kids with traumatic brain injury (TBI),” says Mazzola, who has been treating children with TBI since 1995. Several young patients have come in to Mazzola’s care that were concussed from heading a soccer ball or injured during the game. Restricting head balls to younger players may protect those young brains, she agrees. “I think that’s a good thing,” says Mazzola. “You only have one brain; it’s a good idea to take care of that brain.” The safety initiatives were brought on as a resolution from a class-action lawsuit filed by parents and players in 2014 against U.S. Soccer, FIFA and the American Youth Soccer Organization regarding negligence in treating and monitoring head injuries sustained from playing soccer. According to that case, nearly 50,000 high school soccer players sustained concussions in 2010- more players than in baseball, basketball, softball and wrestling combined, according to a New York Times article. “That kind of contact with a ball can do damage to the brain tissue,” says Mazzola, and may only be apparent on a microscopic level. One of the main obstacles in dealing with concussion is that doctors can not diagnose a concussion based on a catscan or MRI, says Mazzola. A person may have no signs of a fracture or bleeding, but that does not mean a child’s brain has not suffered an injury. Mazzola says more attention has been given on the issue of concussion than it has in the past based on more studies on the impact that concussion can have on a person’s brain, especially when not given enough time to

heal or rest. “We didn’t realize how much damage is done when you have multiple concussions,” says Mazzola. “We have more awareness of long-term effects of concussion.” A child with a concussion will almost show signs of slow processing. After time their cognitive performance will function. “We’ve realized how important and damaging, how repetitive or mild, brain damage is on the young brain,” she explains. “Mild brain injury can affect that child’s cognitive long-term outcome. The younger the child, the more vulnerable because the brain is not fully developed yet.” Younger children who head a soccer ball also have neck muscles not as strong as older children and can therefore face some whiplash, she adds. “The younger they are the more they are at risk for injury,” says Mazzola, co-founder of the New Jersey Concussion Center. With the implementation of the ImPACT Test, a mini IQ test that can be taken online to measure a person’s performance in certain areas - such as visual memory, auditory performance, accuracy and speed of processing information- specialists are more accurately able to realize if a person’s brain is healed enough to return to an activity. All high school athletes are required to complete an ImPACT test online, usually before their season begins so if someone gets a concussion while playing a school sport they can retake the test and measure any improvement over time. Players are not supposed to return to play “until previous score is within 10 points from baseline,” explains Mazzola. “It’s a timed test,” Mazzola explains. “You can see sometimes that people have a problem with visual learning,” or verbal skills, reaction time can be slower. Then in two months, when they retake the test, the individual may improve. Five to ten percent of kids do not get better after concussion, Mazzola says, and therefore need cognitive remediation, which requires them so seek a specialist for monitored care. Students can experience learning problems after faced with a concussion, especially if the brain is not given enough time to heal. “There is a period of rest and rehabilitation for those with concussion,” says Mazzola. That message needs to get out to teachers, parents and coaches that these individuals need to be given adequate time to rest. “You have to give your body and brain time to heal,” says Mazzola. “Coaches would say ‘you just got dinged,’ but people are really realizing that even mild brain injury is important. It’s just as important as having an ankle injury or arm injury. “They may look alright but they may not be acting alright,” she continues. “When in doubt sit them out,” and

have them be seen by a medical doctor or concussion specialist. “If you have any question, best thing is to pull them out and let them rest no matter what you do.” Putting a child back in a game puts the player at risk of having a “second impact injury” which “can be lethal” in some cases, says Mazzola. To measure when a child is ready to go back into a game, players must complete a Return To Play (RTP) protocol to make sure their balance and coordination are up to par; that they are cognitively performing well, brain is performing well; and to make sure they are headache free, she says. Some students, however, do not play a sport and may miss the opportunity of having a baseline ImPACT Test conducted. Mazzola is offering this supervised timed test for free through her office at the NJ Pediatric Neuroscience Institute for any child who has had a concussion within the past six months. Testing began in July 2014 and will continue through Nov. 2016. The approved study will then be used to determine how quickly children recover from concussion and how their response time improves after concussion. Participants can also get a copy of their test results to share evaluations with teachers and coaches so they can understand if a child needs more time for brain rest. Anyone interested in participating in the Rutgers Concussion Study and wants a free ImPACT Test, should call Mazzola’s office at 973-326-9000. The test is being offered to youth between the ages of 11 and 18. For more information on concussion, go to www.njconucssioncenter.com.

Harmonium Chamber Singers Present Music Of Our Muses

elect Chamber Singers from Harmonium Choral Society plans to present a full concert program at 3 p.m., Sun., April 24, at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison. The concert, titled “Music of our Muses,” features Benjamin Britten’s Hymn to St. Cecilia and an encore performance of Velo Tormis’ dramatic and seldom-performed Curse Upon Iron, which the Chamber Singers performed at Harmonium's March concert "Why Do the Nations Rage." The concert is rounded out with an array of works from Josquin, Peter Schickele, Marenzio, Hatfield, and more. The 20-member Chamber Singers are a select subset of the acclaimed Harmonium Choral Society, conducted by Dr. Anne Matlack, who is celebrating her 25th anniversary as music director at Grace Church. General admission tickets are $25 and $20 for students and seniors. To purchase tickets, visit https://harmonium. yapsody.com/; email to sales@harmonium.org; or call 973538-6969 for more information.

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Storage Place And Low Interest Mortgage Needed To Save Shelter

By Cheryl Conway rateful for some monetary and furniture donations in her last call for help, the founder of a battered women’s shelter organization continues her search for a hero to hold the mortgage. Sandra Ramos of Ringwood, a pioneer advocate for battered women who has sheltered and strengthened women and children for more than four decades is reaching out to others to help save the shelter at risk for foreclosure. The founder and director of Strengthen Our Sisters (SOS) is looking for someone to hold the mortgage at a lower interest rate so she can continue to provide housing for 155 women and children in shelters located in New Foundland, Wanaque and West Milford. SOS is a grassroots, community based non-profit, program serving homeless/battered women and children since 1977. “They are working with us,” says Ramos about Rialto Capital Management Advisors in Florida which currently holds the mortgage bridge loan. She says she has six more months to raise $15,000 to avoid a foreclosure. Established in 1977 as Shelter Our Sisters - the first shelter for battered women in North America- the 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. The properties’ value a total of $2.5 million, with $580,000 left to be paid. A woman from Chatham recently donated $2,500; others

gave holiday baskets and furniture. “Lots of people donated food and Easter baskets but if they don’t have a place to live where are they going to keep their Easter baskets?” she asks. The same holds true with the furniture donations. About 20 people recently have called offering to donate furniture. Although grateful for all of the donations, Ramos says the next hurdle is trying to find or afford a storage place to hold the furniture. “People called to donate furniture,” says Ramos. “We don’t have room to store the furniture. We need a storage place. People donating beautiful furniture.” Ramos says the furniture “will come in handy for women” when they are able to move into an apartment or a place of their own to live. Through her shelter program, Ramos says “thousands have been saved” during the past 46 years. Many of the women and children her organization helps “don’t have families,” are on section eight, have families or friends “who don’t like them; who don’t want to help them. We have a lot of dysfunctional families. “We are the only shelter who will take people,” says Ramos. “No one else takes these people from social services.” With two hotline numbers, Ramos has made herself available to help others- women who could have been forced to live on the streets facing prostitution, living in cars, some having epilepsy or breathing disorders, she describes.

Ramos started her first shelter in 1970 in her three bedroom home in Hackensack. She had three small children at the time, was facing divorce after ten years of marriage and was in need of a roommate, she explains. One roommate turned into 23 women in her house at one point, she admits. Over the years, in 1977, her initiative became Shelter Our Sisters. The mission of SOS is to break the cycle of domestic violence, poverty and abuse by restoring balance and harmony through individual empowerment. To support her organization, Ramos receives some money from the Passaic County Dept. of Human Services, private donations, counties and social services, “but not enough to keep it going. We have a transportation grant but they took it away. We have five vans; we need help. We’ve been running for three and a half years with a non-paid staff,” down from a paid staff of 55 that were let go when SOS lost funding, she says. Ramos currently has 17 non-paid volunteers who drive the shelter residents to look for jobs, to court, doctor appointments, social services, schools; they fix things, watch children. SOS recently held a tricky tray and dinner fundraiser and in May plans to host a 3K run/walk and later that month, a Mother’s Day fundraising event. For more details about these events and SOS, go to http://www.strengthenoursisters.org/. To make a donation or to help, email scb@optonline.net or call Ramos at 973-831-0898 or 973-831-6156.

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ew Jersey Blood Services plans to conduct local blood drives which are open to the public. The following drives are scheduled: Sun., April 17, White Meadow Lake Clubhouse, Rockaway, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wed., April 20, St. Francis Health Resort, Denville, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thurs., April 21, First Presbyterian Church, Whippany, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sat., April 23, Mountain Lakes Volunteer Fire Department, Mountain Lakes, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mon., April 25, St. Vincent DePaul Church, Stirling, 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mon., April 25, Knights of Columbus, Netcong, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tues., April 26, Senior House, Pompton Plains, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thurs., April 28, Morris Minute Men Emergency Medical Services, Morris Plains, 2:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. New Jersey Blood Services, a division of New York Blood Center (NYBC) is asking for help to maintain an adequate supply of all blood types, but especially O-negative – the “universal” blood which can be transfused into anyone in an emergency. In addition, hundreds of additional blood drives need to

be scheduled to meet projected hospital demand. Current inventory of several blood types is running below the desired target level. “It’s simple: hospital patient demand for blood often outpaces our best efforts to recruit donors and schedule blood drives,” said NYBC Executive Director of Donor Recruitment Andrea Cefarelli. “There are always reasons but we have to overcome that for the sake of hospital patients who need us.” “This is one of the toughest times of the year,” Cefarelli added. “We’re asking for our dedicated supporters to roll up their sleeves to make sure we’re able to provide our hospital partners with whatever they need to take care of their patients.” Blood products have a short shelf life – from five to 42 days, so constant replenishment is necessary. Each and every day there are patients who depend on the transfusion of red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive. But blood and blood products can’t be manufactured. They can only come from volunteer blood donors who take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit a donor center. To donate blood or for information on how to organize a blood drive call 1-800933-2566; visit: www.nybloodcenter.org.

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United Way Offers Free Tax Filing Site

rea residents can file their taxes for online through free MyFreeTaxes.com, the first free national online tax preparation program. A safe, easy way to file state and federal taxes, MyFreeTaxes is free for anyone earning $62,000 or less. Residents earning more than $62,000 can use the site at a discounted rate. United Way of Northern New Jersey is encouraging those who fall below the ALICE line – households earning above the poverty level, but less than what it takes to afford the basics – to take advantage of this free service this tax season. ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. There are some 100,000 families in Morris, Somerset, Suburban Essex, Sussex and Warren counties who fall below the ALICE line and could benefit from using MyFreeTaxes. “For households struggling to survive, every dollar counts,” said United Way Manager Monica Conover. “Trying to come up with the average $200 that tax preparers

charge is not an option for ALICE, which is why MyFreeTaxes is a welcomed option.” With free English and Spanish tax support, MyFreeTaxes offers a simple process that includes free telephone, email and online chat supports from IRS-certified specialists. MyFreeTaxes is sponsored by United Way Worldwide and uses tax filing software provided by H&R Block. In addition to MyFreeTaxes, area residents who are struggling to make ends meet also have the option of free in-person tax preparation. United Way, in conjunction with local partners and the IRS, offers a free tax preparation program at various sites throughout the region. Residents meet oneon-one with IRS-certified volunteers who prepare and file both state and federal returns for free. “Residents who are living paycheck to paycheck have two free, high-quality options when it comes to filing their taxes, allowing them to save their hard-earned money,” said Conover.

Clean Out Closet For A Cause With Employment Horizons’ Drive

lothing and fashion accessories for men, women and children will be collected as Employment Horizons plans to hold its annual spring clothing drive April 20 – 22. The spring clothing drive offers an opportunity to get a fresh start for fall while helping to raise money to assist people with disabilities. Items to be collected also include stuffed animals and hard toys, such as dolls and action figures, must be below 14 inches in size; as well as household linens such as blankets, sheets and curtains. All items should be placed in well-tied plastic bags. Shoes, boots and sneakers will also be accepted. No single shoes, winter coats or winter boots. All donated items will be distributed to needy families overseas. The clothing will be turned over to a company that will in turn pay Employment Horizons for each pound collected. The goal is to collect 5,000 lbs!

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Bags may be dropped off at Employment Horizons, Inc. at 10 Ridgedale Avenue in Cedar Knolls April 20 - 22, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Donations are to be placed in a box truck marked “Clothing Drive” located in the Employment Horizons rear parking lot. Items may not be dropped off until Wednesday. Employment Horizons also has an on-site book bin to drop off books, text books, CDs, DVDs, and video games. No encyclopedias, magazines, VHS tapes or water damaged items. Employment Horizons is a local not-forprofit organization which serves individuals with disabilities, empowering them to earn a paycheck and live as productive citizens in the greater Morris County area. For more information, contact Maria Florio, director of Community Relations at 973-538-8822 ext. 240 or at mariaflorio@ehorizons.org.

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Rotary Club Consignment Shop Reorganized

illing Hearts Consignment Shop, sponsored by The Rotary Club of the Caldwells, has recently been reorganized to better serve the community. Under the leadership of new co-managers, Susan Skalsky and Susan McIntosh, with the support of Rotarians, the shop is enjoying renewed success. Staffed solely by volunteers, the shop is providing better service with new and streamlined systems. New inventory by consignment and donation arrives daily. Consignment is scheduled five days per week and is available by appointment and walk-in. All the proceeds are dis-

persed by the Rotary Club for a variety of charitable projects. The shop is located

at 491 Bloomfield Avenue in Caldwell. Go to willinghearts.com for more details.

Week For Women Invited To Build House

Grow It Green Morristown To Host Gala

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This years’ Morris Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build Week is set for Tues., May 3 through Fri., May 6 and it is open to the public. Groups of women will be formed to work at the Harding Avenue, Dover build site. In the morning there will be a workshop to teach needed skills and then they will work at the site for the remainder of the day. Women Build aims to be the model program for engaging volunteers and partners to address challenges faced by women and children — lack of opportunity, training and education are three examples — close to home and around the world. In the United States, Women Build promotes the involvement of women in the construction of Habitat houses. About 450 Women Build projects a year provide an opportunity for 40,000 women to learn construction skills in a supportive environment, empowering them as they address the problem of substandard housing. Additionally, Women Build brings together women from all walks of life to advocate for affordable housing and safer, stronger communities. Globally, the Women Build program equips row It Green Morristown, a nonprofit focused on making fresh, local food and outdoor spaces accessible for all, announces its fourth Annual Fundraising Gala, Diamonds for Kale, on Sat., April 16. This year’s gala will honor Grow It Green Morristown’s Co-Founder Myra Bowie-McCready as she moves to Emeritus Board status. Mayor Dougherty will also present Bowie-McCready with a proclamation in recognition of her service to the Town of Morristown. The event will also recognize the winner of the nonprofit’s Classroom Cultivator of the Year Award, which rec-

female heads of household with business skills, helping to stabilize their finances and ensuring they have decent, safe places to live. Last year the response to this special day, the first time Morris Habitat has participated in Habitat International's National Women Build, was overwhelming where work was done at the Hazel Street, Morristown build site. Not only were all the slots available filled, in fact, there were 15 women who were placed on a waiting list. It was a very spirited and lively group and Morris Habitat hopes to see many of them back volunteering again this year. When asked how she felt about this “Women Build,” Stephanie Buonarota, director of Volunteer Services, said "Fantastic! These women showed you don't have to have brawn and muscle to build. They all came together...different ages...different walks of life...all united in one goal, to build a home for a family in need. This year we’re even more excited and look forward to a wonderful week." For more information about the Women’s Build contact Stephanie.Buonarota@morrishabitat.org. To learn more about Morris Habitat and to help, go to www.MorrisHabitat.org or call 973-891-1934.

ognizes local teachers for their efforts to bring farm-based education to children in the Morristown community. This year’s Classroom Cultivator of the Year Award will go to Pilar Restrepo, a bilingual kindergarten teacher at Woodland School. As a celebration of great food, the evening will feature local, seasonal hors d’oeuvres, courtesy of Ome Caterers, as well as organic or sustainable wines sold by Cambridge Wines, craft brewed beer from Man Skirt Brewing, and signature cocktails featuring vodka from local Claremont Distillery. Guests will enjoy music, dancing and a farm-themed

Church To Host Presentation On Refugee Crises

n Thurs., April 21, at 7 p.m., at St. Peter’s Church in Morristown, Will Haney, associate director, External Relations, Immigration and Refugee Program of Church World Services (CWS) plans to speak on How to Support Refugees in New Jersey. We are facing the worst refugee crisis since World War II. Every five seconds a person is displaced in the world today. World-wide 60 million people are displaced. More than four million Syrians are now refugees, seeking safety in countries across the Middle East, Europe and the United States. Another eight million are displaced within Syria. The average length of time a refugee stays in a camp is 17 years. Church World Service (CWS) has been foremost in the humanitarian work of assisting and resettling refugees, including those from Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Established in 1946, in the aftermath of

World War II, for 70 years CWS has been fulfilling its mission to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, heal the sick, comfort the aged, and shelter the homeless. These are families who have survived war, violence, persecution, torture and often decades living in camps. One of the greatest forms of assistance is to find a home again for these families, whether through resettlement to another country, helping them find legal status where they are, or helping them to feel safe in their communities. Church World Service has the knowledge, experience, and credibility necessary to lead in this humanitarian effort. Haney, Associate director of their Immigration and Refugee Program, will describe the ways individuals and groups can become involved and help provide assistance. For more information, go to www.votfnj.org; or info@votfnj.org; or call 973-377-4697.

photobooth. There will also be a lively silent auction, featuring unique offerings from local businesses, a tricky tray and a ‘green’ swag bag courtesy of event sponsors. The gala will raise funds to support Grow It Green Morristown’s work to bring farm-based educational programs to students and adults in the greater Morristown community and make fresh, local food and outdoor spaces accessible to all. The event will be held at The Kellogg Club in Morristown from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Tickets are $125 per person at www.growitgreenmorristown.org/diamondsforkale. Grow It Green Morristown is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its mission is to create sustainable farms and gardens that provide equal access to fresh, local food and educate communities through programs focused on healthy eating and environmental stewardship.

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Recycling Emphasized Through Statewide Poetry Contest

he State Department of Environmental Protection is seeking young writers in grades four through six to contribute poems focusing on their thoughts about recycling across the state, including in Morris County. The winning poets will be invited to participate in an awards ceremony later this year. Entries must be postmarked no later than June 3. “It is important to get our young people involved in recycling, to instill them at a young age with the understanding of how recycling benefits the environment, allows reuse of materials and improves the quality of life in our county,’’ said Morris County Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo. Recycling is the law in New Jersey, and while the program enjoys a certain amount of popularity, the recycling rate has remained virtually stationary over the last several years, according to the DEP. Additionally, state and county recycling officials often hear from residents and students who report many of NJ’s

schools, including some in Morris County, don’t emphasize recycling. To promote recycling in our schools, this contest will encourage as many young students as possible to think about the benefits of recycling by entering the poetry contest. The contest is open to all students in grades four through six. Schools must select no more than three poems from each eligible grade level to submit to the DEP’s Bureau of Energy and Sustainability for entry into the contest. A review committee will select the 12 winning poems. Students are asked to submit a poem of 100 words or less explaining why they believe recycling is important, why all students and schools should participate in their local recycling programs, and how best to improve NJ’s recycling rate. In reviewing entries, the judges will look for understanding of theme, originality, ability to convey a concept, and creative thinking and writing. Winners will be invited to participate in an awards ceremony later this year, and will receive

prizes made of recycled material. The DEP’s Bureau of Energy and Sustainability is sponsoring this contest as part of its ongoing recycling public aware-

ness and education effort. Questions, contact Vicki Kerekes, contest coordinator, at 609-984-6906 or at victoria.kerekes@ dep.nj.gov.

Splash At Swim Meet For Special Olympics

rea 3 Special Olympics plans to host a Swim Meet Sun., April 17, 9:30 a.m. to noon, at Lakeland Hills Family YMCA in Mountain Lakes. Special Olympics athletes from throughout Morris, Sussex and Warren counties will give splashy performances in the pool at the Area 3 Special Olympics Swim Meet. The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type

sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. For further information about Area 3 Special Olympics, contact sonjarea3@live.com or 973-537-2901.

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