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August 29, 2017

Non-Profit Accepting Monetary Support And New Donations For Care Packages

By Cheryl Conway ontinued support from the community has helped to save this non-profit organization in providing services to victims of sexual assault for more than a dozen years.

SAVE, a non-profit program founded through the Family Service League counseling agency, provides comprehensive services to victims and their families of sexual assault.

Established in 2004, SAVE was formerly called the Essex County Rape Care Center.

Through financial support and donations from the community, SAVE has been able to maintain its services such as its 24-hour emergency hotline, emotional support, counseling services, prevention education presentations and rape care packages to victims.

Kearny Bank in Caldwell is collecting items for SAVE during the months of August and September in its office. Items can be dropped off at 417 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell.

Call 973-226-7911 for more information.

SAVE is in the need of new items in the sizes of large and extra-large.

Sweat pants, sweat shirts, women’s cotton underwear,

socks, deodorant, feminine products, tooth brushes, tooth paste, bottles of water and granola bars are in greatest need.

“When we go to hospitals we bring with us a rape care package,” says Christine Ferro-Saxon, executive director of SAVE, mostly to provide change of clothes and necessities for the victim “so they can wash up.” It is customary for the police to collect all the clothing worn by the victim after an incident and the victim is told “not to brush their teeth. To wash up is the worst thing you could do.”

As a member of the

Essex County Sexual Assault Team, SAVE provides comprehensive services to victims. Other members of that team include Confidential Sexual Violence Advocates, law enforcement and forensic nurse examiners.

“We come from start to finish,” says Ferro-Saxon.

When a victim goes to one of the four sexual assault regional team hospitals, which include St. Barnabas in Livingston, University Hospital in Newark and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center of Mountainside Hospital in Montclair, “the team is activated,” says Ferro-Saxon.

“We are the emotional support for the team during that process,” says Ferro-Saxon. “We accompany victims through the evidence collection process at several area hospitals. We go with them,” to the police department to make a report, “then they are referred back to us in Montclair for counseling services. We are there from the start then they come back.”

SAVE also operates a 24-hour emergency hotline from callers who are anonymous to talk to a trained advocate to get information and emotional support.

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continued from front page ple call to get their options as soon as possible,” says Ferro-Saxon. “It’s confidential; they don’t have to give their name. They can call us anonymously and ask questions.” Bilingual advocates and therapists are provided.

Calls are received, not only from victims of sexual assault, but from professionals such as nurses, college personnel and police officials seeking more information on victims or resources, she adds.

SAVE also serves as an outreach resource to the community providing prevention education work at schools, colleges and community centers.

“We customize presentations to age groups,”

says Ferro-Saxon, covering topics such as healthy relationships and dating, to “educate young people to minimize the victims of rape.”

According to Ferro-Saxon, “We are the only program in the county that services survivors of sexual assault.” Before SAVE came into play, a Safe And Sound Program was offered through University Hospital, says Ferro-Saxon, but services were not as comprehensive.

“Every county in New Jersey has a rape care center,” she says. “Essex was the last one to have a program. Essex has one of the highest rates of sexual assaults. Family Service League saw it was necessary to fill that gap.”

In 2016, SAVE handled 165 sexual assault team accounts; 1,157 counseling sessions by those sexually assaulted and significant others affected by the assault; and 3,122 were received by the hotline, she says.

While the majority of SAVE’s clients are from Essex County, the organization does provide counseling services to anybody, says Ferro-Saxon, a trained therapist with SAVE since 2008.

For in-crises intervention services, SAVE deals with victims aged 13 and above, both male and female. Most do fall between the ages of 18-24, she adds.

Even though SAVE does receive funding from the state and county, as well as

some private resources and grants, Ferro-Saxon says monies are limited.

“Every year we are at the mercy of state and federal budgets,” she says.

“We rely on community support. We need more community funding and support.”

The organization has held some smaller campaigns and relies on some local businesses to collect items for the Rape Care packages and kits.

“Unrestricted funding is our biggest need,” she says. Grants are earmarked for specific needs like a bilingual counselor. What SAVE needs is “more funding to pay for administrative roles,” and capacity building of the program.

“We are working with

such a small pot; many are wearing many hats; we have multiple layers,” with staff needing to be available on weekends, holidays and the middle of the night.

SAVE does rely on volunteer advocates, who do receive a stipend, as well.

Advocates must be 21 and older, complete 40-hours of training, and are able to handle this line of work.

“It’s difficult volunteering,” she says. Volunteers “need to be able to tolerate the emotional part and medical part; have to be willing to go into hospitals in the middle of the night.

There’s a lot of emotional burnout in this job. They see or smell something beyond what they can comprehend. We understand this is not easy work.”

Financial donations are being received via the website at familyserviceleague. org; mailed to 60 South Fullerton Ave., Suite 109, Montclair, N.J., 07042; call 973-746-0800 to have donations picked up.

For emergency hotline, call 1-877-733-2273.

“Our goal is to encourage people to seek help regardless of how long the assault happened. We want to advise people where they could go. We have people from all over the county. This could happen in your backyard but there is help if it does.”

SAVE received an award by the North Essex Chamber of Commerce on June 8 as the 2017 Outstanding Non-profit Organization.

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Area Libraries Offer Great Library Road Trip Contest

By Dawn M. Chiossi here is a new adventure inviting patrons of various libraries to explore other libraries and destinations that surround them.

Their event, The Great Library Road Trip Contest, gives participants the chance to win a grand prize of a $100 American Express Gift Card.

Through Sept. 5, visit any PALS Plus library, to pick up a copy of the map, entitled, “The Great Road Trip Library Road Contest -- Explore the World of PALS Plus.”

Then, with every visit to the participating libraries, get the map stamped for an entry into the gift card drawing.

The program isn’t just for kids. It’s for everyone who wishes to participate, from families to single people, to kids, to seniors.

And the first ever Great Library Road Trip Contest gives people the opportunity to discover the delights of local towns. In this area especially, there are so many intriguing locations and things that capture the imagination and send it spinning.

The Great Library Road Trip Contest is sponsored

by PALS Plus, the library consortium of Passaic and select Essex County Township libraries. These include: Bloomingdale Free Public Library, Cald-

well, Cedar Grove, Clifton, Fairfield, Haledon, Little Falls, North Haledon, Passiac, Patterson Free Public Library, Pompton Lakes, Ringwood, Totowa, Verona, Wanaque, Wayne, West Milford, and the Alfred H. Baumann Public Library of Woodland Park.

Visiting more than one library increases a participant’s chances of winning.

The winner of the Great Library Road Trip Contest will be announced on Sept.

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In the words of Luca Manna, executive director of Pals Plus, the object of the program is to, “raise awareness of all the libraries out there.”

Manna’s enthusiasm just bubbles over when he adds: “Libraries are the heart of our community.”

In other communities, the enthusiasm is high, as well.

“We are very excited about this event,’’ said Pompton Lakes Library Director Michael Drazek.

“The idea is to get everyone to become aware of going to the various libraries, to access them, to read and utilize the resources.

This event makes our area special. It is a great way to highlight it.”

The Great Library Road Trip map is filled with interesting destinations, such as parks, landmarks, memorials and historic areas. Additionally, the map

shows other libraries participating in the event.

Each community has something unique and special about it, so folks are invited to take advantage and discover what that may be.

Of course, being at the library is the perfect opportunity to use the resources to learn more about the places and items on the map.

“The idea of a summer library tour is not new,’’ Manna said. “Everyone has memories of going places in the summer, of even going on a scavenger hunt.

The committee and I sat down and discussed how we wanted to combine our love of libraries, history and traveling for everyone to enjoy. We wanted to get back to that. There are landmarks out there that people aren’t even aware of.”

Drazek said he hopes everyone will visit everything the map has to offer in addition to getting it stamped.

“It will be a much more fulfilling experience for people I think; so many people are interested in the things out there, and summertime gives families a chance to enjoy it.”

Manna is passionate on the subject of libraries and this program, mentioning how it benefits all.

“This is a wonderful program for folks to visit

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the various libraries,” he said. “They can explore different ones, their offerings, activities and diverse programs. Perhaps on seeing another library’s program, people might think that they’d want to participate in it.”

For participants who visit one to six libraries, one entry will go into the drawing. Visit seven to 12 libraries, and two entries go in. For 13 to 18 visits, three get entered.

To enter, return the stamped map to the Verona Public Library or any PALS Plus library by Sept.

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When asked which place on the map is his favorite, Manna has trou-

ble deciding, likening it to choosing a favorite child.

In the end, he chooses the Great Falls of Patterson.

“They are breathtaking,” he says, and encourages everyone to go see them.

Folks from libraries all over the area are excited and hopeful regarding this wide-reaching program.

“This is an exciting library program,” said Bloomingdale Library Director Patricia Perugino.

Drazek said he is excited as well, both with the program and the feedback.

“The response has been quite positive,” he said.

“More and more people are coming in.”

Manna said he’s aware

of someone who has visited all of the libraries already.

Although the Great Library Road Trip Contest still has a month to go, Drazek is hopeful and looking forward to many more years of this particular event.

“We will get to see what works and take it from there,” he said.

And Manna has high hopes for the program and for libraries in general.

“Libraries are the one true democratic institution,” he said. “Regardless of anything that makes us different, everyone is welcomed at the library and you can get what you need.”

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Rolling Thunder Provides Awareness And Helps Veterans In Need

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By R.E. Wagner end them home!

We will not forget!”

This is just a handful of statements rising above the steady rumble of passing motorcycles during the demonstrations, community events and charity drives organized across the country by the non-profit organization known as Rolling Thunder.

In 1987, former United States Marine Corps Corporal Ray Manzo, U.S. Army Sergeant Major John Holland, Marine First Sergeant Walt Sides, and Sergeant Ted Sampley had lunch together at a diner in Somerville.

They were meeting to discuss an unsettling issue that they, as servicemen, felt wasn’t being acknowl-

edged enough in certain military circles. By the end of the meeting, they parted ways with a mission in mind: to bring full accountability for the ‘Prisoners Of War’ and ‘Missing In Action (MIA)’ of all U.S. wars.

For Diane Malanga, the secretary of Rolling Thunder’s 3rd Chapter in New Jersey and an official member for almost a decade, Rolling Thunder’s goal hit close to a place close to her heart.

“They were deeply troubled knowing these men and women were forgotten,” explained Malanga, “thinking of their families who have not had a chance to have closure. My father served in World War II and Korea and my son just left for boot camp.”

Since World War II, more than 83,000 MIA cases have remained unresolved within military files.

An MIA is a casualty classification assigned to combatants and prisoners of war (POW) who are reported missing during wartime.

They may have been killed, wounded or captured. If deceased, neither their remains nor grave site have been positively identified.

For these four veterans, 83,000 unaccounted soldiers left overseas on distant battlefields was an outrage.

“They said we have to take a stand and do something to raise awareness,” Malanga continued.

On May 29, 1988, Corporal Manzo recruited 2,500 men and women from all over the nation to

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In New Jersey alone, there are four Rolling Thunder chapters consisting of hundreds of members. The Garden State is also home to Rolling Thunder’s National Headquarters located in Lebanon.

“I joined the chapter three in 2008,” Malanga said, before sharing her fond memory of her first event with Rolling Thunder at the Community Living Center in Lyons.

“There were snacks and karaoke, the veterans just loved it. The music, the visit, was so awesome for them.” Malanga reminisced, “One of the most rewarding parts of being a member is making the difference for a veteran. I was

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In addition to raising awareness of their mission statement to bring home missing soldiers, Rolling Thunder Chapters across the nation provide financial support to help veterans in need.

“At times our aging veterans struggle to pay bills,” Malanga explained. “We help with money to pay for heating and have also helped many Veterans with rent or mortgage payments.

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The course is taught by certified instructors licensed by the State of New Jersey, and it meets all the mandatory requirements necessary for obtaining a New Jersey State Boating Safety Certificate. It will run every Tuesday evening for seven weeks, which includes a night for review, and a night for the required state examination. The cost

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Legislation in the state of New Jersey was passed a number of years ago requiring all boaters, 16 years of age or older, operating a power-driven vessel, including a personal watercraft, to complete a boating safety course. The legislation requires a minimum of eight hours of instruction with at least six hours of in-classroom study and a proctored examination.

Those successfully completing the course will receive a New Jersey Marine State Police certificate that must be in the operator’s possession when on the waters of the state. Failure to exhibit the certificate is presumptive evidence that

the person has not completed an approved boating safety course and is subject to a fine. This certificate is separate from the license required for boating on lakes.

Registration is made through the Continuing Education office at James Caldwell High School, after 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The phone number is (973)228-2092 and the email address is: http:// w w w. c w c b o e . o rg / c o n tinuinged. Questions concerning the USPS course can also be addressed to the boating course chairman, Bob Rosselot, at (973) 2285329 or rosselot17@aol. com.

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Non-Profits Join Together To Further Mission

bilities of Northwest Jersey, Inc., a not-for-profit organization that provides innovative supports and services to individuals with different abilities, has affiliated with Allies, Inc. Allies is located in Hamilton, and provides housing, healthcare, educational, vocational training and recreational opportunities services for individuals with disabilities statewide.

The affiliation was effective July 1. “Abilities is now part of a family of affiliates, which will further

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our mission, allow for the expansion of our services, and most importantly, provide a stronger voice as we continue to advocate for those we serve,” said Abilities CEO Cynthia B. Wildermuth. “This is a historic moment in the evolution of Abilities, and we look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead.”

The partnership is beneficial for both Allies and Abilities, providing opportunities for growth, advancement on opportunities for employees, and additional resources useful

for expanding both agencies’ services in the future.

Allies is affiliated with Woods, and Tabor Services, Brian’s House, Opportunity Knocks, and Archway Programs are also affiliates of Woods, creating a network of potential resources for every agency and the individuals they serve. The Allies/Abilities affiliation allows both organizations to retain their corporate identity, and maintain the current levels of service for the individuals they serve, people with disabilities.

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have a strong and passionate vision to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, and this partnership will ensure that our missions will continue well into the future, while enabling Allies and Abil-

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t. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Wayne will host a Dream Sharing Group Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. in the church.

It is believed that God speaks through dreams today, just as God did in bibli-

cal times. Participants experience a process that enables the dreamer to receive insight from the group, taking in the dreamer’s dream as if it were their own.

The dreamer is then able to take or leave what

is shared — a very freeing process. The group benefits too. The meeting is facilitated by Pat Vine, spiritual director.

Contact the parish office with any questions at 973694-1026, Ext. 10.

High Definition Offers Fitness, Sports Training Without Intimidation

rom pre-teens to seniors, just about anyone can benefit from the non-intimidating atmosphere and experienced staff at High Definition Personal Training Center, Wayne.

“Clients will tell you they feel like a part of a special family,” says Owner Geri McGurk.

The highly reputable, nationally certified personal trainers are led by McGurk, who has more than 38 years of experience. At the center, personal programs are designed for each client, keeping their specific needs in mind.

The center also offers comprehensive

all-stretch sessions, sports performance training, shared and small group training and weight management counseling with certified integrative nutritionists. It participates with many company wellness programs.

Each new client receives a one-hour, comprehensive fitness assessment to help the staff develop the safest and most effective training program for each individual.

“Strength, endurance, balance, flexibility and core strength are incorporated into every workout,’’ said McGurk.“Physicians, chiropractors and physical

therapists refer patients to our specialized programs.’’

Some of the programs include Corrective Exercise, Post Rehabilitation and Osteoporosis, & Balance Training.

The center’s All Season Conditioning for the Golfer, program has been featured in “N.J. State Golf Association” magazine.

The center also has staff certified as Rocktape, facial movement taping specialists, and has a licensed massage therapist available by appointment.

Located at 1700 Route 23 North, suite 110, in Wayne, the center can be

reached at 973 784 3381. Its website is www.HDPTC.com.

Planning Company Puts Clients’ “Best Interest First!”

Wealth Management & Legacy Planning in Pompton Plains is waiving its initial planning fee to any clients who bring this ad in for services.

In business since 2003, this company offers a list of services that includes retirement planning, long-term care planning, income planning, tax-advantaged investing, life insurance planning and managed money concepts.

Retirement planning professionals must now legally act as Fiduciaries. This means that they must put the clients’ “best interest” ahead of their own in all recommendations and product implementations. Is your current advisor working under the law? Call us for a second opinion.

Your Wealth Management & Legacy Planning Professional, Mark Charnet, is located at American Prosperity Group, 901 Route 23 South, 2nd Floor, Pompton Plains.

Hours by appointment are Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 973-831-4424.

Mark Charnet is an investment advisor representative of, and securities and advisory services are offered through, USA Financial Securities (Member FINRA/SIPC); a registered investment advisor located at 6020 E. Fulton St., Ada, MI 49301. American Prosperity Group is not affiliated with USA Financial Securities. Mark Charnet is not an attorney.

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Things To Do Before Bringing A New Cat Home

ats and dogs are the two most popular types of pets in the country, and while dogs have been dubbed “man’s best friend,” cat owners are quite vocal when expressing their love for their feline friends.

Those looking for a cat may not have to look far.

The ASPCA says approximately 7.6 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year, and roughly 3.4 million of those are cats. An area shelter is an ideal place to find a new pet for those thinking of getting their first cat or adding to the pets al-

Dr. Matthew Krupnick, D.V.M.

ready in the household. Cats can be purchased from pet stores, but they also may be available via friends or family members who have recently welcomed a new

litter.

Before bringing your cat home, it is best to make sure you and members of your household are prepared to welcome a furry feline

friend into your home.

Is everyone ready for the responsibility? Pets are a big responsibility, and all members of the household should be ready and willing to pitch in and care for pets. Divide duties based on age and physical ability.

If a member of the family doesn’t support the decision to get a cat, this might not be the right time to do so.

Find the right match in a pet. Temperament can play a role in how well a cat fits in with your family. A cat that is fearful and skittish may not be the best match for a family with young, active children. Special-needs cats

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Designate a cat-friendly spot in your home. A new cat may need some time before he or she acclimates to a new environment. To facilitate this process, designate a room or area in the house for your cat. This should be a low-traffic spot.

Keep a litter box and food and water bowls nearby.

Stock up on your supplies. Cats will need various pet supplies to be comfortable and healthy. For the time being, use the same

products the cat had at the shelter or pet store, which can create a sense of familiarity that makes cats more comfortable in their new homes. Over time, you can transition slowly to new supplies, including: - litter box and litter material - food - food and water bowls - scratching posts - interactive toys and solo toys - brushes and other continued on page 13

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ew Jersey-based small business crafters are invited to participate in the Made in New Jersey Vendor Fair on Sun., Oct.1, on the manicured lawn of the Morris County Historical

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Society’s Acorn Hall.

The event will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Local cottage industries can be food-related, jewelry, art works, skin, make-up or other personal care items or candles.

Any product is welcome, as long as the crafter or the business is New Jersey-based.

There is a $25 fee for participating in the fair, which is open to the public at no charge. Vendors

gate rooms throughout your house. To protect curious cats, keep cleaning products and other chemicals locked away and secure electric wires with cord containment devices. Know which houseplants are toxic and, if you don’t discard them, make sure they cannot be reached by cats.

Cats make wonderful pets. Bringing a new cat home often requires taking certain steps to ensure your furry friend is comfortable

in his or her new home.

Dr. Matthew Krupnick is the owner of the Pequannock Animal Hospital. He grew up in Kinnelon and is happy to be home – with his wife, three cats, and two dogs – to provide quality and compassionate care for pets in the community.

The Pequannock Animal Hospital is located at 591 Newark Pompton Turnpike in Pompton Plains. You can reach the hospital by calling 973-616-0400.

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continued from page 12 grooming supplies - sturdy cat carriers Find the right veterinarian. Select a veterinarian whom you trust and makes you feel comfortable. Have your cat examined by the vet and discuss any questions or concerns you may have. A vet may be able to install a microchip in your cat for identification purposes as well.

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Passaic County CASA For Children Seeks Volunteers

ending the kids back to school? Suddenly have a bit more free time? Passaic County CASA for Children is seeking compassionate, dedicated volunteers to advocate for children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect.

CASA volunteers are court-appointed, trained, and committed adults who ensure that a child’s individual needs remain priority while they are involved with child welfare. Volunteers get to know the child while also gathering information from the family, caretakers, teachers, doctors and caseworkers in order to make informed recommendations to the family court about the child’s future.

From helping siblings find permanent homes together, to helping a child

hours of training.

For more information about the volunteer program, visit www.passaiccountycasa.org or e-mail Jessica Mickley at jessica@ passaiccountycasa.org. To sign up for an informational session about how to become a volunteer, visit http://www.passaiccountycasa.org/orientation/ or call 973-832-4002, ext. 210.

Passaic County CASA is a nonprofit organization that recruits, screens, trains, and supervises volunteers to “Speak Up for a Child” removed from home due to abuse or neglect. CASA is the only program in New Jersey that uses trained volunteers to work one-on-one with children, ensuring that each child receives needed services and achieves permanency in a safe, nurturing home.

access needed services, to uncovering information that helps reunite a loving family, volunteer advocates make incredible differences in the lives of abused and neglected children.

“The feeling of having helped a child, in some small way, is indescribable,” said Candace Eardley, a CASA volunteer from Totowa.

These children come from all across the county and all deserve to have a supportive advocate in their lives.

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There are ways to do it, and many homeowners are catching on. In fact, a majority of grill and smoker owners (61 percent) enjoy grilling year-round, according to the Hearth Patio and Barbecue Association.

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signer and head of product at Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, can help you make the most of your outdoor kitchen throughout the cooler fall and winter seasons.

Fall: Keep the grill fired up Weekends are everything in the fall. Kids are back in school, football games are in full swing and everyone is trying to extend grilling season with one last barbecue.

Rather than hanging in a parking lot for the big game, throw a “home-gate” party in your outdoor kitchen. Many homeowners are outfitting their spaces with outdoor TVs and speaker systems that rival watching at popular neighborhood pubs. All you need to decide is what will be on the menu.

Autumn is all about

smoky wood fires, so try capturing that atmosphere by grilling over a large wood-fired grill, such as an Argentine-style grill. You can impress your guests with all of the flavors you can only achieve with a wood fire.

Remember temperatures can fluctuate from cool to hot in the fall, so make sure you have portable shade for when you want to stay cool and stowed for when you need to warm up.

In terms of maintenance, sink covers offer much-needed protection against seeds, petals and falling leaves.

Winter: No need to hibernate November officially kicks off the holiday season.

Your holiday get-togethers can stand out from the pack

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The intense flavor of slow-roasted meats is the perfect pairing with wintertime. Also known as indirect grilling, food is placed in an area without fire below it and cooking is done with the grill hood closed.

Add the flavor of a wood fire for “smoke roasting.”

This is a perfect way to prepare a beef or pork roast for the holidays. Purpose-built smokers, such as Kalamazoo’s Smoker Cabinet that uses a gravity-fed charcoal fire for heat, are ideal for smoking the Thanksgiving turkey. This also frees up your indoor oven for other holiday dishes.

Be the hero of the holiday party by surprising your guests with delicious, slow-

cooked brisket or roasted ham, but keep your outdoor grill or smoker conveniently located adjacent to your indoor kitchen and within close proximity to the back door for quick, easy access, reducing your time out in the cold.

With shorter days, you’ll need to consider lighting.

Make sure you have plenty of task lighting to not only see your food on the grill, but also transport it back inside when it’s done cooking.

Infrared space heaters go a long way toward making winter grilling more comfortable. One of the last things you want is a delay for the big meal because you’re simply not warm enough to cook effectively.

Instead of allowing your outdoor kitchen to go unused during the cooler months, take steps to make it useful year-round. Find more outdoor entertaining ideas and tips at KalamazooGourmet.com.

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