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Local Media Specialist Takes Young Readers On Journey Into Writing And Reading With Debut Novel

By Cheryl Conway aving her first book presentation and signing at the Pequannock Twp. Public Library last month runs much deeper then the swale in her new book.

Former longtime Pompton Plains resident Valerie Munro had her first presentation of her debut book, “Down The Swale,” on Aug. 16, at the Pequannock Library. More than 50 people, including many of her students, attended. Munro, currently of Sparta, has been the media specialist at Hillview Elementary School in Pequannock since 2004.

Returning to her hometown 27 years ago, first as a teacher then media specialist to the elementary school she had attended as a child was one thing, but then to be recognized at the library she spent so much time in growing up really taps at Munro’s heart.

“It was the perfect place to start out,” says Munro, about her book presentation where she spoke about her book, signed and sold copies. “Pequannock Library really holds a special place in my heart.”

Besides being in a creative writing club when she was little, Munro says she loved to read and would visit the Pequannock Twp. Library often with her father.

At the closing of the Pequannock Branch Library, “We got to fill up a box,” she says, for five to ten cents per book. “I spent a lot of time at Pequannock Library.” Munro dedicated the book to her father as she knows how proud he would be that her adventure as a published author has begun.

Published July 6, 2017, by Sagittarius Publishing, “Down The Swale,” is the first in a trilogy Munro plans to write. A novel recommended mostly for mid-graders, third through seventh grade, many adults are finding the story a “nice family book to read together,” says Munro.

The paperback is fiction, 207 pages, and has stumped a good majority on a new vocabulary word- swale- which is a man-made concrete pathway or structure that enables water to run down a mountain.

“When I moved to my house I thought it was a natural stream,” says Munro, about her property in Lake Mohawk. “Then we found out it was a swale; it’ll sit with no water in it. When it rains, it’s a river flowing down. It looks like a creek running through but carefully planned” so water does not flood the neighborhood.

Since 2003, Munro has lived on this mountainous area built up with rocks with her husband raising two children now grown.

“Now I’m writing more furiously because of that,” she admits with more spare time to get her creativity flowing.

The main character in her novel is a foot high, 12 year old boy named Brogden. Being raised by his two aunts, Brogden’s parents were washed away in the swale when he was a baby. Despite his aunts’ caution to stay away from the swale, Brogden’s curiosity

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as a 12 year old boy to watch things float by in the running water, takes him on a new adventure.

Munro chose a 12 year old boy as her main character because she says “It’s an important age to keep boys reading.”

“Brogden, he’s a foot tall but has a really big heart,” says Munro. “He’s a brave little guy. The book is about how he helps to solve some really difficult problems; about his adventures trying to get back home when

you’re only a foot tall.”

One of the lessons taken away by the reader is “no matter what size you are you can really make a big difference,” says Munro.

The idea for the storyline came to Munro back in 2010.

“The story was written seven or eight years ago but I was writing it during my summers,” says Munro. “I’d write then I’d continued on page 3

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Local Media Specialist... continued from page 2 clean it up. Finished about two years ago, Munro says “I was still afraid to send it out.”

Then “Sagittarius agreed to do a trilogy.” Munro says her second book is finished and on the way to her editor and she has already started writing the third book.

Whether it is through her job as a media specialist or as a pub-

lished author, Munro’s goal is to encourage children to read.

“It’s the best job in the world,” says Munro, “who loves to read, work with kids and get kids excited to read. I was really, really blessed to come back and get a job where I went to elementary school” working with more than 300 students.

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Although she admits to having some articles published in journals and magazines and even won a short story contest for “Hallowed Ground,” Munro says having her first book published is the “most exciting thing in a long time,” a dream come true.

Her accomplishment has allowed her to experience a “delightful summer because of it. I know these kids since they’re in kindergarten. I know what they like to read. That’s been the best part, sharing it with everybody.

I wanted to get kids reading,” especially adventure type books with creatures like the loch ness monster and Big Foot she read as a kid.

“I’ve always been fascinated with that section of the library,” says Munro, “and to bring that back to kids,” is her goal. “Just because something is unusual, does it need to be a side show or

put in a zoo? Should you judge it quickly or leave it alone?”

As a book lover, Munro says “it lets you put aside your life and get lost in something else for a while. I was hoping to do that to kids; let them escape into a world they never heard of.”

She also hopes to encourage others to write.

“It was like a life-long dream,” she says. “When you can put something to words, I like the impact it has on people; the fact continued on page 4

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s a worker an independent contractor or an employee? This seemingly simple question is often the contentious subject of numerous IRS audits. As an employer, getting this wrong could cost you plenty in the way of Social Security, Medicare and other employment-related taxes. Here is what you need to know.

As the worker: If you are a contractor and not considered an employee you must: • Pay self-employment taxes (Social Security and Medicare-related taxes) • Make estimated federal and state tax payments.

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Fall Programs Planned For Adults At Pequannock Township Library

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all programs at the Pequannock Township Public Library range from networking classes to opportunities to learn about the history of the Morristown Performing Arts Center.

The “Adulting Can Be Fun,” program continues on Sept. 21, with Coach Kerry Connelly, who will discuss “Life Skills 101: Networking at 7 p.m.

On Sept. 28, participants will learn how to protect themselves from fraud with a representative from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at 7 p.m.

On Oct. 5 at 7 p.m., Author Jamie Novak will lead a program

entitled “How To Get Things Done.’’

Guests will make a decoupage plate on Oct. 14 at 1:30 p.m. with Agnes Sydoryk. Supplies will be provided by the library.

On Oct. 19, another “Adulting Can Be Fun,’’ program will tackle money basics at 7 p.m. with Margaret.

An AARP Driver Safety Class will be offered on Oct. 20 and Oct. 21 at 11 a.m. The cost to participate is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members.

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Local Media Specialist... continued from page 3 that you can make a difference and turn someone onto reading.

You don’t have to grow up to be a writer, you can still write. I’d love to see more creative writing come out of kids. Story telling keeps us human.”

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ready sold, “Down The Swale” is available through Amazon for $8.99, e-book as well as some independent books stores including Sparta Books and Black Dog Books. She plans to get copy at the school and township libraries as well.

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Pequannock High School Operation Smile Club Awarded Club Of The Year

By Jason Cohen he Pequannock Township High School’s Operation Smile club was presented with the Outstanding Operation Smile Club of the Year award at the International Student Leadership Conference in Rome, Italy this summer.

Operation Smile is an international non-profit medical charity that performs surgeries for cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities in developing countries around the world. According to the organization’s website, only 6.3 percent of an estimated 312.9 million surgical procedures performed each year go to the poorest third of the global population.

Throughout the world there are more than 900 Operation Smile Student Clubs and associations at the elementary, middle, high school and university level with a network of more than 18,000 students. By joining or starting a student club at a school or university, youths have the opportunity to change children’s lives around the globe.

Pequannock Township High School has had a student club since the fall of 2007.

Angela Kohle, the advisor of Operation Smile at the high school explained that the school got involved with the project a decade ago because some eighth grade students did their “Take Action” project for Operation

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Smile, and they were so committed that they wanted to create a student group at the high school.

Since 2007, the student group has grown and become more active. The club at Pequannock High School currently has 75 members.

Each year, it raises funds and awareness for Operation Smile Student programs.

There are students involved regionally and nationally on student boards with Operation Smile. Several kids have gone on medical missions with Operation Smile all over the world.

This year, its student president was asked by the founders of Operation Smile to take an exploratory trip to India to begin planning medical missions there. Since 2007, many

students have attended the International Leadership Conferences. This year seven students attended ISLC in Rome.

“Students who participate in Operation Smile understand the importance of helping others and contributing to their community here and abroad,” Kohle said. “I am extremely proud of these kids who are not afraid of leaving their comfort zone to reach out to others. We have amazing kids.”

School clubs and associations hold a variety of events, meetings, and campaigns throughout the year to raise awareness and funds for Operation Smile. They participate in service projects, donation supply drives, and signature events held throughout the year.

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What To Do When Your Cat Needs A Bath

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ccording to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, indoor cats rarely need baths.

That’s because indoor cats use their tongues and teeth to stay relatively clean. While cats can benefit from routine brushing, which can reduce shedding and cut back on hairballs, the bath tub is a place cats need not visit regularly.

But sometimes cats find themselves in sticky situations that dirty their coats and give them a less than agreeable odor. In such instances, a bath may be the only way to clean up your cat. Cat owners concerned about bathing cats can consider the following tips, courtesy of the ASPCA. Trim the claws. Cats are unlikely to find a bathtub comfortable, so cat owners should expect them to resist. Owners can protect themselves from such

resistance by trimming their cat’s claws prior to bath time.

Brush your cat’s hair. Matted hair can be a nuisance come bath time, and that can translate into a lengthier bath that will try the patience of cat and owner alike.

Just before bath time, brush your cat’s hair to loosen any matted areas. Once hair has been brushed, gently insert some cotton into your cat’s ears to prevent water from getting inside them.

Choose the right time. Mellow or tired cats are less likely to resist a bath than well-rested cats with lots of energy, so choose a time of day when your cat is typically mellow to give the animal its bath. Allow the cat to play with some toys prior to bath time so he or she grows a little tired.

Use a bath mat. Cats likely won’t be comfortable in the tub or sink, and that comfort level is only further compromised if they

are slipping around. Use a bath mat so your cat is not slipping and sliding.

Use lukewarm water. When bathing your cat, use only lukewarm water. Get your frisky friend wet in three to four inches of water before gently massaging a solution that is one part cat shampoo and five parts water into his or her hair. Massage in the direction of the hair growth

and do not use human shampoo, which can dry out cats’ skin.

When the time comes to rinse the soap, once again gently use lukewarm water, taking caution to avoid getting soap and water into your cat’s eyes, ears and nose.

Make sure there is no remaining shampoo residue, which can irritate the skin and attract more dirt.

Dry your cat off. Long-hair cats may need their fur to be untangled with wide-toothed combs.

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Generous Bequest Brings New Children’s Room At Pequannock Library

By Cheryl Conway ocal children will have more space for programs come the end of the year with the addition of a new children’s room being built at the Pequannock Twp. Public Library.

Work began on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the library to add on 1,400 sq. ft. of space onto the 15,000 sq. ft. structure. The goal is to have the room completed by the end of the year, says Debbie Maynard, library director at Pequannock Twp. Public Library.

At the current location for the past 20 years, the existing structure has been ready to expand with its growth in membership. Patrons, both adults and children, have been sharing the room at the library for meetings and programs.

“Children’s programs are very popular,” says Maynard, with more than 800 kids in grades kindergarten through eighth in Pequannock and Pompton Plains who signed up for the summer reading program.

Because of the number of programs held at the library for

children, Maynard explains the need for the addition to be used for children’s story times and programs. Having this addition, will free up space, allowing for more meetings to be used by patrons and even the community in that existing space.

“We offer so many programs right now and it will help adult programming,” explains Maynard. “We will have more access for adult progams in the regular meeting room.”

That one room at the library “sometimes has three programs in a day,” says Maynard. With that requires extra work to set the room up for each program.

The children’s department, for example, offers a baby sensory program.

“We roll out carpets for that program,” says Maynard. For adults, later in the day, chairs need to be set up.

“It’s a lot of work to set up programs for the day,” says Maynard.

The idea to add onto the library was presented to the library board in June 2014 by the

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Forde Family, longtime patrons of the Pequannock Library, says Maynard.

Virginia Forde, who died Nov. 2013, left money for the project, granting $376,000 from her estate to be used for the addition.

Forde grew up in Pequannock and her mother was one of the founding presidents of the library, says Maynard.

“She enjoyed opera, had a collection of Russian books sequestered to the library and she loved dance,” says Maynard.

When the money was given to

the board, the family indicated that the bequest was designated to children’s services to expand the children’s department, she adds.

To prepare for the project, the library board interviewed several architects, accepted request for proposals, had drawings presented and then met with township officials and the council to get approval for the addition.

Bids were received in April and contracts were awarded shortly thereafter. The addition continued on page 10

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Check Out Garden State Yacht Club On Lake Hopatcong

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Enjoy year round activities on beautiful Lake Hopatcong. The private air-conditioned club offers outdoor and social activities for all ages including a heated pool, wonderful summer entertainment on Friday & Sat-

urday nights, Sunday live entertainment by the pool, speakers, delicious food, prepared by an in-house chef, dock space on premises, trips, tennis courts, a playground, locker rooms and lots more. During the fall, winter and spring months there are parties, trips, movie nights and other activities to enjoy.

Call the membership hotline at 973-3980022 and ask for a tour of the facilities. Summer is a great time to see the club in action.

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Pequannock’s Holy Spirit School Celebrates Anniversary With Gala

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oly Spirit School is celebrating 60 years of academic success. To commemorate this special milestone, there will be an Anniversary Gala on Sat., Oct. 14 at The Legacy Castle, Pompton Plains.

The ticket cost is $125 per person and includes a cocktail hour with open bar from 6 p.m. to 7 pm. Dinner and dancing will follow

with beer and wine included. A cash bar will also be available.

To purchase gala tickets, raffle tickets, or place an ad or congratulatory message in the Souvenir Journal, email the committee at HolySpirit60@hsspeq.org or call the school office at 973-835-5680.

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will be located at the front of the library building and will be large enough to accommodate about 100 children, says Maynard.

“It’s a lovely space for children’s progams,” says Maynard, with a “nice waiting area for parents.” It will be a “welcoming, inviting room for children and their caregivers.” The finished area will provide “nice open space,” and the façade will match the building’s exterior.

As the library director for the past three years, Maynard is pleased to see progress in this project.

“It’s very exciting,” says Maynard. “Projects like these take a very long time. For me to be here, it’s very exciting. This community loves its library so much.”

For the children, having this addition may encourage that much more reading for today’s youth.

“You want to bring them in when they’re young,” says Maynard. “You want to keep offering programs, books and media and all that they want to keep them coming in.”

For more information, go to www. pequannocklibrary.org.

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Much Ahead For Lincoln Park And Pequannock Township Schools This Year

By Dawn M Chiossi ow that September’s here in its early days, thoughts can’t help but turn to what’s ahead. With the hot, humid temperatures of summer destined to be a memory soon, September’s fresh invigorating breeze is bound to bring in thoughts of newness and events to come.

At the Lincoln Park and Pequannock Township schools, there’s a myriad of full and varied events to enjoy.

Lincoln Park Superintendent James Grube is excited about the goings-on for the upcoming year. As superintendent for the Lincoln Park Schools since 2007, Grube can’t say enough good things about them.

As well as making their students successful, The Lincoln Park schools seek to provide an environment where students love and master learning.

A huge part of their curriculum is technology. Grube says, “The schools’ One on One Technology Initiative, which began five years ago, has been expanded. It now includes the students in the second through eighth grades. Also every classroom is equipped with an interactive white board.”

The One on One Program is a kind of Google classroom.

“The students and the staff in the district have a great deal of technology to use for instruction in the classroom,” says Grube.

“The Board of Education, administration, and staff recognize the importance of technology and the role it can play in educating our students.”

In other news, Lincoln Park’s schools are additionally looking forward to the new science textbook series that was recently implemented by the district for all grade levels. Although it’s not necessarily a new program, “it’s a good one,” Grube comments.

And there are plenty of expansions planned for the Lincoln Park Schools as well.

As well as technology, creativity is also a wonderful theme for folks in Lincoln Park schools this year.

Construction of two classrooms is planned for the elementary school. Grube states that one of the rooms will be a music

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classroom while the other will be a small group instruction room.

Added expansions include air conditioning for the gymnasium.

Grube has high hopes for the schools and the students for this year.

“Each year we strive to provide a safe fun-filled learning environment for our students,” he says. “That will be our goal again for the 2017-18 school year.”

The energy at the onset of the school year in Pequannock Township, which includes schools in Pequannock and Pompton Plains, is just as high.

Brett Charleston, superintendent of Pequannock Township School District since January 2016, says that he is “very excited,” about all the delights that Pequannock schools have to offer.

So what’s ahead? Charleston comments that there is something for everyone.

Like neighboring Lincoln Park, there are definite plans to expand the One on One Chromebook program. Students in the fourth and fifth grades are sure to be excited about the new technology and all of its delights.

Charleston remarks how the technology will benefit both students and teachers, enhancing the learning experience.

“Using technology to enhance instruction, and finding more instructional time during the day for students, gives teachers more opportunities to engage students and make learning more meaningful,” Charleston says.

For students in grades K-5, the PAWS Block Program (Creation of Perusing Academic Winning Strategies) has been expanded.

For the high school and middle school, there are the newly renovated high school bleachers and science labs.

Also keeping in mind that safety of students and staff is necessary and paramount, security upgrades are planned for the middle and elementary schools.

And knowing how miserable and humid the weather at the end of school year can be, air conditioning units are on the agenda. Several classrooms at the middle and high schools will benefit from these.

Looking forward to most about this upcoming year, Charleston favors the start of school and back to school nights as he often does.

“We are excited to show parents all the good things going on in our schools,” he says.

Even though there is a myriad of great things going on, Charleston mentions several programs and events that he is most proud of. These include the “One on One program, the STEM Academy at the high school, and the PAWS Block at the elementary schools.”

STEM Academy stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Academy. The impres-

sive and diligent students enrolled in this specialized program take the various intense STEM courses in addition to their regular course work.

According to Charleston, The Paws Block at the elementary schools is an additional period of class time for K-5 students. He explains that this program, “will provide real-world-project-based learning activities across curricular areas [for the students].” For example, “It provides students the opportunity to take what they are learning-say in math and science- and apply it to social studies or vice versa.”

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German Food, Great Beer On The Menu At Legion’s Oktoberfest

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merican Legion Post 242 in Pompton Plains is planning to hold an Oktoberfest Party Oct. 7 at 6:30 p.m.

The event will take place in the group’s Pompton Plains headquarters. The price is $25 per

person in advance or $30 at the door. That ticket price includes German food and two drinks. A cash bar is also available.

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continued from page 12 dent is extremely proud of the “sustainability of the district,” and hopes it continues.

Charleston says his hope is “To inspire all of the students to become lifelong learners and prepare them to be successful

when they graduate from the high school.”

Grube sums it up perfectly, surely speaking for educators everywhere: “Schools are a very energizing place to be especially at the opening of a new school year.”

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utumn weather calls to mind sipping warm cider and raking leaves. But for sports fans, fall is all about sports.

American football, field hockey, ice hockey, and basketball are just a few of the sports that make autumn an exciting time for sports fans.

Even the most ardent fan may have room for improvement when it comes to supporting his or her team. Here are a few ideas to make cheering for a favorite team even more enjoyable.

Attend a game Fans who never get to see their team play in person may miss out on a unique experience.

The atmosphere and energy of sitting in a stadium or arena cannot compete with a television simulcast. Ardent fans can resolve to attend a game in person this season. Enroll in employee entertainment clubs to receive discounts on sports tickets among

other types of entertainment.

Host a game watch Build camaraderie with fellow fans by hosting a game watch.

A routine sports night is a great way to get together with friends and family members. Gather a group at your house each week to watch a favorite team battle it out on the big screen. Or get together with fellow fans in the community at a sports bar or restaurant, combining a night out on the town with your passion for sports.

Get the kids involved Spread the love of fandom to a new generation. Schools and youth organizations can encourage children to support local scholastic teams. Organize field trips to sporting events to involve as many students as possible.

Fall sports are heating up, and fans can do their part to support their favorite teams in various ways.

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Holy Day Events Planned At Chabad Center Of Passaic County

vents for teens and adults are planned to celebrate the High Holy Days at the Chabad Center of Passaic County, Wayne. On Sept. 21 and 22, the Wayne chapter of CTeen, an international club for Jewish teens, will host a high holiday event like no other, featuring an interactive prayer experience and shofar blowing led by Chani Gurkov.

“There’s this stereotypical notion that Judaism outdated and relatable to today’s youth,” said Gurkov. “That could not be further from the truth. At CTeen, we believe in the power of youth, and what we offer is a means of channeling that power in a positive and uplifting way, especially during the high holidays. We’re here to show teens

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what Judaism is all about.”

CTeen offers a number of programs with the goal of educating adolescents about the role of Jewish practice in daily life; this high holiday service is just one of dozens of programs, which include humanitarian and volunteer opportunities, social events, and the world renowned CTeen International Shabbaton, which will hold its 10th annual event in New York City this year.

CTeen is open to all Jewish teens, regardless of affiliation.

For more information about CTeen’s high holiday event and its affiliate programs visit Jewishwayne.com.

Prospective parents of students for Hebrew School are welcome to visit and enroll at the Chabad Hebrew School En-

richment Center for the coming school year of 2017-2018.

Family programs during each Jewish holiday are offered in a fun, creative and child friendly atmosphere. Chabad Hebrew is a place where the child is first.

All of the extensive planning and preparation is focused on bringing Judaism alive for children.

A visit with Gurkov will provide a time for parents to ask questions about the school and its programs, and to view the facility. The school, housed at The Chabad Center, is in session on Sundays only from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Membership is not required, but offered at an affordable rate along with discounts for registered families in the Hebrew School Enrichment Center. For more information,

call 973-694-6274 or visit www.

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On Oct. 29 at 7 p.m., join Today Hessy Taft, an 83-year-old professor from New York. During the mid-1930s, she was a baby in Berlin - a particularly attractive baby - who was chosen for the cover of a Nazi magazine intended to show the perfect Aryan child. Little did the editors know, their picture-perfect cover baby was actually Jewish.

Join us on Sun., Oct. 29, at 7 p.m., as Hessy shares her amazing story of courage and faith and how she became the “Perfect Aryan of the Third Reich.”

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5 Ways To Get Acquainted With A New Neighborhood

cross the country, people are packing boxes, hiring trucks and moving short and long distances. The U.S. Census Bureau says that around 12 percent of the population moves each year. According to a survey by DuProprio, a Quebec-based real estate advice site, 28 percent of Canadians feel the need to move every five years. Surprisingly, DuProprio also found that 14 percent of owners wish they could move every year.

The main reasons people move are expansion of the family, a career change, retirement, empty nest situations, or when moving is more practical than large-scale home renovations.

While some people stick close to previous home locations, a 2015 American Community Survey found approximately 16.9 million people moved to a different county in 2015.

Whether a move is across county lines or overseas, it can take some time to acclimate to a new neighborhood. These tips can help anyone get acquainted with their new surroundings and make friends in the process.

1. Host a housewarming party. Get to know immediate neighbors by hosting a party.

After some unpacking is done, host a simple get-together for people who live nearby. Ask if neighbors can help out by bringing chairs. Offer light re-

freshments and some type of activities for children. The event doesn’t have to be extensive, just long enough to engage in some conversation and introduce yourself.

2. Walk and drive around.

Scout out the area by driving around and making note of shopping centers, parks and places of interest. Schedule times when you will get out of the car and walk around on foot, which makes it easier to take everything in. Use a website like Walkscore.com to find places within walking distance of your new home. Bring the dog along.

Dogs can be great ice breakers with new neighbors.

3. Check out community blotters. Community events may be posted in print and distributed through a local newspaper and also on municipal websites.

Find out where the locals go on weekends or during the week.

Communities may take pride in certain activities. It’s easier to get a feel for the neighborhood by spending time with the locals.

4. Become active in the community. Find a volunteer organization or join a local house of worship. Check with the local chamber of commerce for ways to get involved or clubs to join.

Like-minded people can make living in a new locale more enjoyable.

5. Dine out once a week. If

budget allows, try a new neighborhood eating establishment each week to get a lay of the land. You’ll identify hot spots and hidden gems and will also

be able to mingle with the community. An app such as Open Table can help you find places to eat nearby.

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