North Jersey Woman

NORTH JERSEY

WOMAN Summer 2014

Sheri Wolfson: A Woman on a Mission

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY: Horses, Hats and Hot Rods

Contributors Judi Rothenberg, Editor-at-Large With a keen eye and a touch of serendipity, Judi Rothenberg scouts the world (and New Jersey!) in search of new ideas, products, trends and destinations. Formerly the Lifestyle and Travel Editor of NJ Savvy Living, Rothenberg started her career as a fashion editor at Retail News and is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology. www.TheLuxeLane.com www.Twitter.com/JudiRothenberg www.Pinterest.com/JudiRothenberg

Dan Epstein, Senior Photographer Dan is one of the premier portrait and event photographers in Northern New Jersey. A photojournalist for three decades, his images have been featured in Time, Newsweek, Parade, Money Magazine, the New York Times Magazine, and more. www.DanEpstein.com

Summer 2014

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Cathleen M. Black Publisher

Judi Rothenberg Editor-at-Large

Janet Perlman Copy Editor

Nicole Canfora Lupo, Writer

Michael J. Reidy

Nicole Canfora Lupo is an accomplished journalist and editor whose work has appeared in publications across the country. She’s the author of Images of America: Belleville and resides in northern New Jersey with her husband and daughter.

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Deborah Schapiro, Writer Deborah is a long-time contributor to North Jersey Woman’s sister publications Suburban Essex and Vicinity Magazine. She also writes for Montclair and Millburn Magazines, as well as a friend’s blog. Deborah lives in Montclair with her husband, three children, and dog.

Susan Wilinski, Writer In addition to contributing to Vicinity Media Group publications, Susan has written for the Sussex County Journal, The Township Journal and The Sparta Independent in addition to maintaining a blog, Susan Says.

She lives in northern New Jersey with her husband, son and daughter and is working on two novels. www.susanwilinski.wordpress.com www.twitter.com/SusanWilinski

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Julie Weinberg Pam Feinberg Marketing Assistant

Vanice Gage Donegan Pauline Dunberg Christine Layng Marketing Consultants

Angela Sabarese Editorial Intern

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Letter from the Publisher

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elcome to the summer edition of North Jersey Woman.

What a perfect time to lounge in your yard or at the beach and get acquainted with two amazing woman. Meet Sheri Wolfson, a Denville resident who is Chair of The Rachel Coalition and Julie Marie Chavez—a jewelry designer from Cedar Grove who founded Chavez for Charity.

This summer’s expert advisors are here to educate and advise on their areas of expertise. And don’t miss Hashtag#, Fashion—Beauty at the Beach, Getaways—Saratoga Springs, NY; and read Frugal Millionaire’s retirement tip for Baby Boomers.

North Jersey Woman is published by Vicinity Media Group, 165 Passaic Ave, Suite 107, Fairfield, NJ 07004. All rights reserved. The contents of this publication may not be reproduced either in whole or in part without the consent of the publisher. Vicinity Media Group assumes no responsibility for unsolicited materials.

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Warmly,

Cathy M. Black, Publisher

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Dr. Valerie Ablaza, M.D. is Corporate Vice President of The Plastic Surgery Group in Montclair, NJ where she works with her partner, Dr. Allan Rosen. Dr. Ablaza is board certified by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Phi Beta Kappa and the Alpha Epsilon Delta honor society. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania, completed her residency in plastic surgery at the New York Hospital/Cornell Medical Center and finished her training with a fellowship in breast and aesthetic surgery in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dr. Linda Stone has been on TV and featured in several periodicals including Garden State Woman magazine, Doctors of Dentistry magazine, New Jersey Monthly magazine and The Beacon,the journal for medical professionals of UMDNJ. She is a certified member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Dental Association, NJ Dental Association, International Team for Implantology and a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. Stone is a true entrepreneur and was at the forefront of women in dentistry when she began her career in 1982.

She was quick to see the need for a new kind of dentist, a doctor empathetic and compassionate enough to work with patients who experience significant stress and anxiety when visiting the dentist. Her office provides state-of-theart techniques and changes patients’ lives one smile at a time. She loves giving patients “the smile of their dreams.”

Yaron Moshel, MD, PhD Dr. Yaron Moshel is a neurosurgeon at Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS) with locations throughout NJ. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and completed advanced fellowship training in neuro-oncology, stereotactic and skull base surgery at New York University Medical Center. Dr. Moshel specializes in the surgical treatment of all brain, skull base, pituitary, and spine tumors using the latest techniques in computer-guided surgical navigation, functional brain mapping, minimally invasive endoscopy, microsurgery, and stereotactic radiosurgery. He has expertise in the surgical treatment of epilepsy and in minimally invasive treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Moshel also maintains an active clinical practice in cervical spine surgery, Chiari malformations, degenerative spine disease, and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Yaron Moshel is known throughout the medical community for his approach to removing complex brain tumors in eloquent brain regions. There are only a select few surgeons nationally who specialize in removing some of these deep-seated brain tumors.

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Ariella Cianni Ariella Cianni, one of the talented stylists at Shag86 of Little Falls, recalls that even from the very first day of work in May of 2004 as an assistant at the salon, the first at which she had ever worked, she was eager to be “the best at everything.” Today, she has clearly achieved that goal, honing her skills over the years side by side with the best stylists in the field in cutting, color, styling and more. During her career, she has trained with professionals at industry leaders such as L’Oreal, Wella, Wedkin and many others. “I still continue my education to this day,” she says, “and look forward to learning new things every time I go for training.” Once, when asked what she would be if she had the opportunity to change her career, she quickly responded, “I would never take that opportunity, because I love what I do so much, it would sadden me if I didn’t have this work in my life anymore.” Summing up, she says, “It’s the best feeling, knowing that my talent can change the way clients feel about themselves and having them feel their very best when they leave my chair.”

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Local Businesswoman Makes a Difference Worldwide

10 Calendar of Events 16 Sherri Wolfson: A Woman on a Mission

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HashTag Tips… Trends… OBSESSIONS

22 Summertime Cleaning

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15 Join the Fastest Growing Career Options in America 21 Frugal Millionaire

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24 Entrepenuership: It’s Not All Peaches & Cream

EXPERT ADVISOR COLUMNS 26 Gentle Caring Dentistry Adding Sparkle to a Smile with Tooth Whiteners

28 An Experts Look at Plastic Surgery 30 Dr. Yaron Moshel Discusses Brain Tumor Surgery

38 Put the Spotlight on Your Hair This Summer with Highlights

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34 Beauty at the Beach 42 Saratoga Springs, NJ Horses, Hats, Hot Tubs

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By Judi Rothenberg

Night Lights Brighten your backyard without wiring. These colorful solar lanterns run off a rechargeable battery. The sun charges the battery through the solar panel and the lights will automatically come on when it gets dark. allsopgarden.com

BIG TASTE, NO WORRIES “Gluten-free” is not just a buzzword.

Some restrict gluten by choice but for others it is an absolute necessity.

At the Awesome Sandwich Shop in Summit, they take the restrictions seriously. Gluten-free bread is baked in dedicated facilities and the food prep area has its own toasters, presses, gloves, knives etc. All GF foods are packed with colored labels and then triple checked to make sure that there are no mix-ups. No worries! Want to take the taste home? The shop is part of Hoboken Farms, which also sells their bounty at farmer’s markets, Whole Foods and Bed, Bath and Beyond. Try the stellar locally made sauces, Big Red Marinara and Big Boss Vodka. Hobokenfarms.com

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Stalking a Wild Deal Whether you’re looking for a leopard fainting couch or a leopard Michael Kors handbag, the deals are wild at newly opened Design Consign in Fairfield.

The spacious store is stocked with one-of-a-kind designer clothing, accessories, jewelry, and home furnishings. Merchandise may be gently used, a sample, floor model, or donated by a manufacturer.

Best of all, the shop donates its proceeds to the Gloria Foundation, a charity with a mission to help domestic violence organizations. White House furniture owner, Karen Arakelian, created the foundation in honor of her mother, Gloria.

Design Consign is located at 1221 Bloomfield Avenue in Fairfield. For more information, visit www.design-consign.org or call 973-287-6246.

In the Pink, Food & Drink Wake-up breakfast with tasty and portable watermelon push-up pops.

At sunset, kick back with a Paloma, a refreshing mix of pink grapefruit juice and tequila.

Breakfast Push-Pops Diced watermelon chunks Yogurt of choice Granola Push-pop molds (sold at amazon or shopsweetlulu.com) Layer watermelon, yogurt and granola into molds. Option: Push-pops can be frozen for breakfast on the go.

The Paloma 2 oz. Casa Noble Reposado Tequila ½ oz. Fresh Lime Juice 4 oz. Fresh Pink Grapefruit Juice Splash of club soda Pour the first 3 ingredients in a glass and stir, and add a splash of soda water on top.

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JULIE MARIE CHAVEZ

Local Businesswoman Makes a Difference Worldwide

By Angela Sabarese

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ashion jewelry designer and Cedar Grove resident, Julie Marie Chavez is driven to “do more and give more.” Chavez, founder and Creative Director of mariechavez, incorporates doing good into her business model in a unique way: by purchasing bracelets in her Chavez for Charity collection, customers have the opportunity to support ten important and very worthy causes. Since the launch of the collection in early 2013, Chavez for Charity has donated $250,000 to its ten partner charities. And this is just the beginning.

Chavez was taught from an early age to give back. Leading by example, both of her parents spent a significant part of their lives helping others in need. So, when she set out to do something “more” with mariechavez’s popular beaded bracelets, the idea of donating to charity quickly came to mind.

Chavez for Charity offers an assortment of ten different colored beaded bracelets, with each color representing a specific charity. Ranging in price from $10 for a single bracelet or to $50 for a set of five, the company donates 25% of its gross profit from the sale of a specific colored bracelet to its corresponding cause. Donations support a variety of initiatives, from providing clean water and sanitation to ending violence against women and girls. Their partner charities include Water.org, Partners in Health, V-Day, Mathew Shepard Foundation, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, Fisher House Foundation, Best Friends Animal Society, Little Kids Rock, Whole Planet Foundation and the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation for Breast Cancer.

Due to overwhelming demand from specialty children’s boutiques, Chavez recently launched another initiative, Chavez for Charity Kids. This collection is designed specifically for children ages five to thirteen and supports ten new charities that focus on youth-related causes: STOMP Out Bullying, Pencils of Promise, Whole Kids Foundation, Soledad O’Brien and Brad Raymond’s STARFISH Foundation, After-School All-Stars, The Lunchbox Fund, Jumpstart, HollyRod Foundation, Geffen Playhouse and NetSmartz Kids.

When selecting the charities to partner with for this initiative, Chavez notes, “As parents of two young daughters, my husband and I want them to understand what it means to give back. We want them to be aware of the fact that there are children all around the world who aren’t as fortunate as they are—children who go without food, clean water or an education. They must be able to see outside of the world they live in and they must understand that it is their responsibility as a human being, to help those who are less fortunate.” These organizations provide support for Autism, education, nutrition and feeding hungry children, among others.

Chavez’s CFC collection is sold in over 1,000 stores nationwide. Currently available at 150 Whole Foods Markets, they will be available in all 365 of their stores by the end of the year. Additionally, the bracelets are sold online at www.chavezforcharity.com.

Chavez concludes, “Every day the universe continues to support what we are building. Whether it is how quickly we are expanding the number of stores that carry our collection or the caliber of charities we continue to support, I am so happy and grateful for the direction in which we are heading.”

Visit www.chavezforcharity.com to view all of the charities and their color bracelets.

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Red Horn & Butterfly Set of Five Helps to support V-Day—A global movement to end violence against women and girls.

Rose Quartz Cross Set of Three Helps to support the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation for Breast Cancer.

Honey Quartz Ohm Set of Four Helps to support the Fisher House Foundation— A network of comfort homes where military families and veterans stay at no cost while a loved one is receiving treatment.

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North Jersey Woman Calendar of Events FRIDAY, JULY 11 Friday Morning Yoga This class explores the many joys of yoga.

Breathing synchronized with movement will warm the body and relax the mind. All levels welcome. 9:30-10:45am. Registration required.

Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland.

973-228-8776. www.essexcountynj.org

Downtown Concert Series Enjoy a free family-friendly outdoor concert on the lawn of the Museum. Bring a blanket/chair and sit back and relax with a pleasant evening of music. Picnicking welcome. 6-8pm.

Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison. 973-377-2982 x14. www.metc.org

JT Taylor Performs James “J.T.” Taylor is an American singer and actor best known as the former lead singer of the R&B/ funk band, Kool & The Gang. 7:30pm.

Brookdale Park Watchung Ave., Bloomfield

FRIDAY, JULY 18 Fei-Fei Dong Performs Chinese pianist Fei-Fei Dong has begun to build a reputation for her poetic interpretations, charming audiences with her natural musicality and beauty of tone. Her inaugural season as a Cliburn winner includes performances with the Corpus Christi and Big Spring Symphony Orchestras with John Giordano and recital appearances across the United States. 7pm.

OSPAC 4 Boland Drive, West Orange 973- 669-7385 email: Info@Njai.Org

MONDAY, JULY 14 SATURDAY, JULY 12 Essential Oils for Health & First Aid Do you wonder if the things you get from the drug store—cough syrup, bug spray and antiseptics—might be doing more harm than good? In this workshop, search out natural and effective alternatives for treating family health issues and in- juries.

Noon-1:30pm. Registration required.

Essex County Environmental Center 621-B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland.

973-228-8776. www.essexcountynj.org

Maplewoodstock 2014 Now in its 11th year, Maplewood- stock has grown from a lazy after- noon jam in the park to a lively free two-day music and arts festival. In addition to the music, there will be local arts and craft vendors, food of all varieties, a beer garden, and a large Kid- Zone with games, inflatable rides, crafts, and more. Also July 13. Noon-9pm.

Memorial Park 160 Dunnell Rd., Maplewood www.maplewoodstock.com email: maplewoodstock@gmail.com

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Carol Erickson Performs Join in for an afternoon of music as Carol Erickson sings standards by beloved composers, Cole Porter, Ir- ving Berlin, George and Ira Gershwin, and Hoagy Carmichael.

2pm.

The Cedar Grove Library 1 Municipal Plaza, Cedar Grove.

973-239-1447

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 “Hotel California” Eagles Tribute For two decades, this act has faithfully and accurately reproduced the Grammy Award winning sounds of The Eagles.

Each concert presents an exciting showcase of their hits such as “Take It Easy,” “Heartache Tonight” and, of course, “Hotel California.” 7pm.

Civic Center Square Town Hall, Verona. 973-571-9744.

Join chef Diana Albanese and participate in grilling delicious seafood dishes.

Menu includes grilled shrimp with papaya barbecue sauce; grilled salmon with wilted arugula, corn and roasted shallot vinaigrette; grilled sicilian swordfish with lemon, garlic and oregano oil; caribbean tuna with mango lime sauce & tropical fruit salsa; grilled potato salad with asparagus and calamata olives; key lime pie. 6:30- 9:30pm.

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Making inoperable tumors operable.

New Jersey residents now have access to an approach for removing brain tumors that is only performed by a select few surgeons nationally. Dr. Yaron Moshel, an internationally renowned neurosurgeon and brain tumor researcher, has joined the region’s premiere neurosurgical practice, Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS). Along with his distinguished colleagues at ANS, he will help to further develop and coordinate outstanding interdisciplinary brain tumor care for the state in a variety of fields ranging from neuro-oncology to stereotactic radiosurgery. Using computerguided navigation and functional brain mapping, Dr. Moshel identifies critical structures of the brain that control vision, language, body movement, or other higher cognitive powers. Mapping out these areas allows Dr. Moshel to remove deep-seated brain tumors, otherwise considered inoperable.

ANS is the largest private neurosurgical practice in NJ. In practice for over 50 years, ANS has paved the way for patients to receive the most groundbreaking treatments for all of their neurosurgical needs. To learn more about ANS or Dr. Moshel, visit www.ansdocs.com or call 973.285.7800.

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THURSDAY, JULY 17

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23

FRIDAY, JULY 25

Raising Healthy Kids

“The Bronx Wanderers” Perform

Shadows of the 60’s “Tribute to Motown Groups”

Join Dr. Kim DelMage, Dr. Davis, and Wellness Consultant Julia Sickler on a discussion focusing on how to ensure the development of healthy children. This free seminar is open to the public and walk-ins are welcome. 6:30pm.

The Cedar Grove Library, 1 Municipal Plaza, Cedar Grove. 973-239-1447.

FRIDAY, JULY 18 Summer Grab Bag Sale The annual summer grab bag sale of iris rhizomes, are dug out of Presby’s own iris beds. Each bag will contain at least 8 tall bearded rhizomes and comes with planting instructions. The Bloom Room Gift shop will also be open. Also July 19th. 10am3pm.

Presby Memorial Gardens Upper Mountain Ave., Montclair www.presbyirisgardens. org

This show echoes the era of the past while breathing new life into the sounds of today.

Their 23rd ultimate tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons and Dion will feature crowd favorites. 7pm.

Civic Center Square, Town Hall, Verona.

973-571-9744.

THURSDAY, JULY 24 Steppin’ Out Performs West Caldwell’s own pop and contemporary band. 7:30pm.

Gazebo, Crane Park, located near 30 Clinton Road, West Caldwell.

Motown memories storm the stage in this exciting tribute show featuring songs of The Four Tops, The Temptations, and The Supremes. 7:30pm.

Brookdale Park Watchung Ave., Bloomfield.

TUESDAY, JULY 29 Pressure Cook All Summer Class Join chef Arlene Ward as she demonstrates cooking with the pressure cooker. Menu includes summer vegetable soup with quinoa; risotto with baby artichokes; north beach cioppino; Moroccan vegetable stew with sweet spices over couscous; blueberry orange bread pudding with strawberry, rhubarb sauce; peach cheesecake.

6:30-9:30pm.

Kings Cooking Studio 778 Morris Tpke, Short Hills 973-258-4009 www.kingsfoodmarkets.com

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 1

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7

MONDAY, AUGUST 11

Jersey Sound & Almost Queen Perform

Jazz in the Garden

Heart Performs

Buster Williams Quartet is a prodigious artist whose playing knows no limits. He has played, recorded and collaborated with jazz giants such as Art Blakey, Betty Carter, Carmen McRae, Chet Baker, Chick Corea, Wynton Marsalis, Herbie Hancock, and Miles Davis. 12:15-1:45pm.

Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark. 973.596.6550. www.newarkmuseum.org/jazzgarden

Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson showed the world that women can rock when Heart stormed the charts with hits like “Crazy on You,” “Magic Man,” “Barracuda” and “What About Love.” 8pm.

Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown.

973-539-8008. www. mayoarts.org

Jersey Sound is one of the Tri State Area’s premier oldies band, known for its versatility and talented members. 7:30pm.

Almost Queen succeeds in blending the vocal layering and studio precision that is a signature of the band. 8:30pm.

Brookdale Park Watchung Ave., Bloomfield.

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Montclair Jazz Festival

Bloomfield’s Third Annual Restaurant Week

Arts Play Carnival

A free festival features more than 100 multi-generational performers including exciting headliners, today’s top regional performers and the award-winning Jazz House Big Band. Bring your family and make a day of it! Noon-8pm.

Nishuane Park, High St., Montclair.

973-744-2273. www. jazzhousekids.org

Over twenty local eateries to offer budgetfriendly, fixed-price menus highlighting diverse selections. As an added incentive, customers can enter a free raffle for a $100 gift certificate to the participating restaurants of choice. Log onto www.facebook.com/pages/BloomfieldRestaurant-Week and join the mailing list.

Runs thru Aug. 9. Participating restaurant menus and specials available on web. www.BloomfieldRstaurantWeek.com

The Arts Play Carnival (Arts Play Day) event is a day to celebrate the arts for families with children and young adults with special needs. There will be music throughout the day as well as workshops such as drumming, storytelling, arts and crafts, and more. Seeking vendors who are interested in networking with families with children and young adults with special needs. 10am-3pm.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 Yanni Performs

His concerts are legendary. His live shows have amazed millions on every continent in the world. International superstar pianist Yanni performs his greatest instrumental hits made popular from his PBS concerts filmed from such exotic locales as The Acropolis and the Taj Mahal. 8pm.

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Sheri Wolfson:

A Woman on a

MISSION

By Deborah Schapiro, photos by Dan Epstein

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heri Wolfson has a long history of community involvement.

The Denville resident and mother of two adult daughters recalls, “When my girls were young I did all of the typical class parent-soccer mom volunteer activities.” Her involvement in the Jewish community began shortly after, when she became a board member of her synagogue, Adath Shalom in Morris Plains.

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Wolfson’s time on Adath Shalom’s board, where she was in charge of marketing and public relations, marked her beginning as a leader in the Jewish community. A friend later got her involved with the Jewish Federation of MetroWest; she eventually chaired a number of its programs and went on a mission to Israel.

She explains, “A lot of Federation fundraising is aimed at local programs for Jewish seniors, Holocaust survivors, or special-needs kids. A mission, on the other hand, is a trip that shows you where your overseas fundraising efforts go. On my mission, which was 15 years ago, we visited the area where the newly-arrived Jews from Ethiopia were being resettled, and also a high school that we have partnered with for years.”

Wolfson rose through the ranks at the Federation, becoming vice president of its Women’s Philanthropy division nine years ago, and seven years ago she was asked by a “very persuasive” friend to co-chair a different type of event.

This event was “Run for Rachel,” the signature event of The Rachel Coalition, which is to increase community awareness of domestic violence. For the past 17 years, the Coalition has provided services to families in Essex and Morris Counties affected by domestic violence. As she had at the Federation, Wolfson became ever more involved; she is currently the Chair of the Coalition.

The Rachel Coalition (www.jfsmetrowest.org), made up of approximately a dozen paid staff members and over 100 volunteers, is a partnership of nine Northern New Jersey organizations working as a division of the Jewish Family Service (itself a Federation division). Wolfson points out, however, that “even though we are under JFS auspices, we are totally non-sectarian and are here to help anyone in need of our services.”

“ What I do is help provide information to and raise awareness among the general public about the issue of domestic violence.”

—Sheri Wolfson

These services include legal assistance and counseling for both adults and children, as well as a 24-hour crisis response line and access to emergency shelter with kosher provisions if necessary. Wolfson explains that anyone needing immediate help should call the hotline (973-7401233) and ask for Rachel; she stresses that all calls are confidential.

Legal assistance is provided by a staff attorney and a devoted group of trained volunteer court advocates. The Coalition also partners with the Montclair-based Partners for Women and Justice to provide pro bono legal services for low-income clients. Together, this group helps clients obtain restraining orders against their abusers, as well as modify child support, visitation, and custody arrangements in Family Court.

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Wolfson herself is most directly involved in the Coalition’s education/outreach arm: “What I do is help provide information to and raise awareness among the general public about the issue of domestic violence.” The Coalition sponsors a number of events, including “Run for Rachel,” held for the past 14 years in Livingston.

A newer initiative is “In Her Shoes,” a volunteerled outreach program. Explains Wolfson, “This is an interactive workshop that helps people understand what a domestic violence survivor goes through once she or he decides to get help. It’s been very effective in showing that domestic abuse knows no social or economic boundaries.” Now in its third year, “In Her Shoes” has been presented at local synagogues, halfway houses, Montclair State University, and other venues.

When she is not participating in a panel discussion or speaking at an event, Wolfson is either working with the Coalition’s professional staff to develop new programs, or coming up with ways to fund these programs. She notes, “Planning and paying for the future are always on my mind. We have to do a lot of fundraising and fill out a lot of grant applications to be able to provide our clients with the services they need and deserve.”

Concludes Wolfson, “Whenever I hear one of our clients get up and share her story, I feel so in awe of her. Our clients are not victims but survivors. I am also very proud of our staff and volunteers; they are all so committed to making our clients’ lives better.”

Wolfson adds, “My passion for the Coalition is the gratification all of us receive when we experience children, adults and families who have overcome incredible obstacles and are now leading healthy productive lives, from Rachel Coalition’s help.”

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Dear Frugal Brenda; I hear in the news that seniors and a good portion of Baby Boomers have not saved enough for their own retirement.

What are some suggestions to increase my retirement income?

—Concerned Boomer Dear Concerned Boomer; Yes, not enough has been saved by Baby Boomers. I have found that many Boomers are calculating retirement income based on their current lifestyle. Hard choices need to be made. First, define which assets are to be allocated for retirement. Then, make decisions about the rest.

A major decision is housing— whether to keep it or sell it? This decision can even be done prior to retirement. Staying where you are?

Relocating to a lower taxed state? Moving to a smaller home? Moving closer to children? This decision makes a huge impact on disposable income. The savings can be put toward retirement funds to generate retirement income.

Increase contributions to employer retirement plans, or IRAs. Take advantage of employer matches. ROTH IRAs are wonderful for several reasons. They are not subject to RMD at 70½ (required minimum distribution rules), you can continue to make contributions even after 70½, and distributions are tax free (after a time limit).

Plan ahead. Think long-term. Decisions made now will affect future retirement income. So, consult with an accountant or financial advisor. Most of all, plan now— it will give you peace of mind and the most options for retirement.

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The following are helpful tips about how to safely and effectively remove allergens from inside the home.

Where to Look for Dust and Pollen A significant amount of allergens cling to the edges and tops of ceiling fan blades, leading to the spread of dust and pollen around the house when the fan is turned on during a hot summer’s day. At the beginning of summer, dust or wipe off the blades.

Additionally, windows, window screens and window sills trap a great deal of settled dust and pollen and should be cleaned and wiped down at least once a year.

Other places in which these allergens can be found include upholstery, cluttered areas, real and silk plants and old newspapers and magazines, all of which should be cleaned, vacuumed or thrown away.

How to Clean Allergen-Infested Areas of the Home Dust and pollen can be cleaned efficiently using a soft bristle paintbrush, which can safely and easily reach the nooks and crannies in which allergens are hiding. Cleaners such as “Pledge® Clean and Dust,” which removes up to 84 percent of allergens in dust, are also effective tools.

Another idea to consider is to invest in a quiet and energy efficient air cleaner, which has special filters that pull allergens, bacteria, mold and pollen out of the air in homes. Also, the filters in heating and air conditioning units should be changed in order to prevent further spread.

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Prepare an Allergen-Free Home for Summer Barbeque Guests Summer is the season for gathering friends and family together for parties and barbeques. Some effective ways to minimize the spread of allergens to houseguests include wiping off outdoor tables and chairs, as well as having the plastic spoons, forks and knives in a plastic container with the handles facing upward so that guests will not touch the part they will put in their mouths while eating.

Finally, after the grilling is finished, the kitchen sink should be disinfected and the grill’s grates should be thoroughly washed in hot, soapy water—especially after cooking raw chicken, meat and fish.

It is nearly impossible to avoid being affected by allergens during the transition from spring to summer; however, keeping the house devoid of dust and pollen will help homeowners ensure that they will be able to breathe easy at home after being outdoors.

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Sometimes in business we face unexpected setbacks that really crush our enthusiasm and drive. When adversity hits, it’s most important to focus on the solution, says Audrey Storch, owner of Hugs To Go™ LLC, Wayne. How you deal with challenging situations will not only make a difference in the outcome, but in your success as a business owner. Having faced years of adversity herself, Storch gives lots of advice for how to reboot, get up, and strategize in her chapter, “How to Meet Adversity Head-On and Keep Yourself Calm during Chaos.”

Learn to delegate to maximize your business growth. In her chapter, “Let Go to Grow: The Amazing Power of Time and Task Tracking,” Donna Miller, owner of C3 Workplace of Montclair and Sparta, shows you how delegating tasks will help you achieve your goals and provides task-categorization criteria to help you. Handing off tasks to others frees up your time, which would be better spent on managing, strategizing, and growing your business. Miller says, “There isn’t a single management skill more critical to your personal and professional success than learning to delegate.”

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Know your numbers. When you have data, there’s no need to guess, says Monica C. Smith, an industry leader in marketing strategy and the founder of Marketsmith, Inc., located in Parsippany. Smith’s chapter, “Numbers: The Secret Sauce to Consumer Marketing,” provides key insights into consumer marketing for all businesses, irrespective of budget size. Smith emphasizes that “numbers will tell you almost anything you want to know about your consumers— for example, what they buy, how much they consume, and Monica C. Smith where and how often they buy. ” Analyzing and assessing the data will provide you with actionable strategies that will improve your consumer marketing efforts.

As you can see, although passion for your work may get you to entrepreneur status, understanding all aspects of running your business is critical to its success. So, learn from people who have done it and make a point of implementing some of their tips, ideas, and strategies for yourself. s Donna R. Thompson is publisher of the Big Bold Business Book Series. More useful tips and insight can be found in Jersey Women Mean Business! Big Bold BusinessTM Advice from New Jersey Women Business Owners (Woodpecker Press, 2012, www.woodpeckerpress.com/our-books). Are you a business owner with expertise to share? Write a chapter for the next volume. Visit www.WoodpeckerPress.com/BigBoldBiz for details.

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Gentle Caring Dentistry Adding Sparkle to a Smile With Tooth Whitening

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Dr. Linda Stone of Gentle Caring Dentistry in Livingston explains how brightening a smile can not only improve a patient’s appearance, but boost confidence as well.

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Why is tooth whitening an important part of cosmetic dentistry?

Is there any discomfort during or after a whitening session?

Everyone deserves a dazzling smile with whiter and brighter teeth. A smile creates an immediate impact on people. A bright smile is perceived as healthy and can improve appearance and self-esteem. Teeth yellow and darken with age and as a result, people don’t enjoy their smiles. When asked, “What would you improve about your smile?” the most common response is, “I want whiter teeth.” If you aren’t happy with your smile, teeth whitening is a great first step.

Bleaching can cause some sensitivity. The most common side effect is tooth sensitivity. To help avoid this, custom fitted trays are made for patients to begin using up to two weeks before the whitening process with specially-formulated toothpastes and gels to decrease sensitivity. On the day of the procedure, fluoride is placed on the teeth for a half hour before the start of the whitening process to lessen any discomfort. When using the custom trays for at home whitening maintenance, the patient can apply fluoride to the tray and wear for four minutes prior to and following the whitening process.

Are all patients candidates for whitening?

No, because whiteners only work on natural teeth and have varying levels of effectiveness on different types of staining. Previous dental work such as crowns, fillings or implants don’t bleach. It’s important to ask your dentist how to get a uniform color when whitening.

What can patients expect during the process?

In-office teeth bleaching provides the quickest and most effective way to whiten teeth and can lighten teeth anywhere from four to seven shades in just a few hours, transforming them in a single office visit. For best results after in-office bleaching, it’s recommended that patients use a tray that’s customized to fit their teeth for about two weeks. Take-home trays can be worn either at night (with a weaker peroxide solution) or during the day, usually for about one to two hours daily.

Is whitening covered by insurance?

If not, is it affordable for most patients?

Dental insurance doesn’t typically cover the cost of the tooth whitening procedure, but teeth whitening remains one of the most economical ways to enhance your smile.

The cost of “instant whitening” in a dental office varies depending on the product and what other services may be offered. If in-office whitening is not affordable, using take home trays made in the office may be more reasonable.

For any other questions you may have, call Dr. Stone at 973-994-3112.

How long can a patient enjoy the results?

Tooth whitening can last for several years, depending on oral care and regular at-home maintenance. Some people are more susceptible to stains than others. For best results, patients should reduce consumption of red wine, cigarettes, coffee, tea, blueberries and other foods known to stain teeth.

Dr. Linda Stone Gentle Caring Dentistry

201 South Livingston Avenue, Suite 2C, Livingston, NJ 973-994-3112 www.gentlecaringdentistry.com

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What are the advantages of combining procedures?

What does it mean to “piggyback” recovery periods?

The obvious advantages of combining more than one surgical procedure at a time include a single session of anesthesia and one recovery period. In general, the recovery after multiple procedures is shorter than the total expected recovery time when the procedures are done separately. In addition, performing certain procedures at the same time can avoid creation of a shape or feature imbalance.

For example, liposuction of the hip area without liposuction of excessive outer thigh fat may give the illusion that the outer thighs are even larger. A well trained plastic surgeon would advise the individual to have liposuction of the two areas simultaneously in order to prevent this problem.

Combining plastic surgical procedures enables a patient to, in essence, “stack” the recovery of one procedure on another. As a result, the recovery time for someone having a tummy tuck and hip liposuction simultaneously will be based on the recovery from the tummy tuck and not the combined recovery time of each procedure.

Valerie J. Ablaza, M.D. Plastic Surgery Group

37 North Fullerton Avenue, Montclair 973.233.1933 www.psg1.com

How many procedures can be performed at the same time?

Patients are usually advised to have no more than two major procedures or one major with two minor procedures performed simultaneously. There may be exceptions to this rule, depending on the complexity and length of the procedures, along with the person’s age and general health. Additionally, surgeons like to keep the operation time to under a five or six hour span for safety reason and also to ensure the best focus throughout the surgery so that patients get the best results.

Are there disadvantages of combining too many procedures at once?

The disadvantages of combining procedures include the total overall pain, swelling and bruising, as well as the issues of maintaining hygiene and finding comfortable sleeping positions. So, while the total time to recover may be less, all of these issue will be more intense during the recovery.

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Dr. Yaron Moshel of Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS) Discusses Brain Tumor Surgery What is the ANS Skull Base Surgery Center?

Skull base surgery is a form of highly specialized brain surgery that reaches the undersurface of the brain, an area historically considered very delicate and relatively inaccessible. In the past, the only way to access these areas was by retracting healthy brain tissue, leading to more neurological damage. Modern philosophy is to remove bone under the skull or use high-tech cameras to access these regions through the nose; a safer, less risky approach. Some conditions that benefit from this type of surgery include acoustic neuromas, pituitary tumors, skull base meningiomas, trigeminal neuralgia, spinal fluid leaks, and aneurysms.

The ANS Skull Base Surgery Center offers a variety of surgical and nonsurgical treatments. We consist of several highly specialized experts: brain tumor neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, neuro-ophthalmologists, otolaryngologists, and neurologists. With the collaboration of subspecialized, fellowship-trained physicians, brain tumor patients are guaranteed to receive the treatment that best suits their individual needs.

Why should a brain tumor patient come see you?

I have dedicated my career and research to treating and advancing the care of patients with brain tumors. We are constantly pushing the envelope with CyberKnife® radiosurgery, a noninvasive treatment for certain tumors.

Additionally, we offer endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques for the skull base and routinely perform brain tumor surgery with functional brain mapping techniques.

I am comfortable with standard open approaches, minimally invasive techniques, and radiosurgery, so my patients benefit from more than a “one size fits all” approach.

Our team can decide which option is best for that person without the limitation of one specific specialty.

Yaron A Moshel, MD, PhD Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS)

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The decision as to whether a tumor can be removed either through the nose or through the skull using a camera can get very complicated and requires careful review of the MRI and consideration of the patient’s symptoms. The most common tumor we remove through the nose is a pituitary tumor and certain tumors in the center of the brain. Since the outcome of brain surgery relies so much on the patient and their particular state, it is difficult to say whether or not this approach should be used to treat a patient until the patient has been properly evaluated.

Do you see patients who have been told their tumor is inoperable?

Yes, and we are often able to help them. One surgeon’s “inoperable” diagnosis does not mean a patient should give up hope. Many surgeons are hesitant to remove a tumor if it’s too close to eloquent brain structures that control vision, language, and body movements that would result in a significant loss of function. My approach is different. We map out these critical brain structures, and avoid them in order to protect them. By doing this, we are able to remove all or most of the tumor otherwise considered inoperable.

What is the next big thing in brain tumor surgery?

I think the last decade has seen significant incremental advances in the treatment of brain tumors. We now have several tools with which to attack a tumor, and tumor surgery will continue to incorporate more and more functional brain data from advanced MRI scans. For example, we can now map out the entire motor system, including all the connecting pathways in the brain, during surgery using a special GPS-like tracking device. We will soon be able to make sure that all of a tumor has been removed using special fluorescent dyes that make tumor tissue glow during surgery. But I think the most exciting advances are in the shift from “shotgun” chemotherapy that attacks all dividing cells in the body to highly targeted drugs that seek out and destroy brain tumors. These include the development of brain tumor vaccines which are still under trial and drugs that choke off the blood supply to brain tumors.  Summer 2014 NorthJerseyWoman.com

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“I have great relationships with all of them,” says Cianni, who adds that she’s happy to cater to her clientele by offering appointments in the morning or at night to accommodate their busy working schedules.

And she sees firsthand how a little color can go a long way. For summer, Cianni suggests lightening things up a bit with—what else—highlights! There’s more than one way to apply highlights (and lowlights) to get a sun-kissed, beachy look. Here, she offers a look at hair painting, ombré and regular foil highlighting processes.

also great for brunettes who want a little sparkle because it adds some dimension while lending a sun-kissed glow.

I want to add dimension and color to my hair, but I don’t want the maintenance. What do you suggest?

Ombré, where the hair is darker at the roots and gradually gets lighter at the ends, is a popular look right now. It’s easy for most clients to maintain, because the “roots” are already showing—it’s part of the look! Many younger women like it because it grows in beautifully and can last anywhere from four to six months before needed to be redone, depending on the client. It’s all about where the ombré highlights start and how heavy the application is. Most ombré is done from the cheekbones downward.

With this type of highlighting, all of the ends are lightened, as opposed to traditional highlights, which are done in sections.

In my opinion, hair painting is amazing.

You have a choice about what the result will look like, because the stylist brushes it on, just as if you were painting a picture, for a natural look. The highlights don’t go all the way up to the scalp, so when it grows in, it’s less obvious than traditional foil highlighting. Hair painting allows for more artistry—you can use just one color, but I’ve used up to four in one session and gotten remarkable results. Hair painting is also good for clients who have never dyed their hair before and don’t want that big a commitment. The process can involve either lightening products or color—or a combination of both— and we do both highlights and lowlights. It’s

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I really love the ombré look—who would be a good candidate for this highlighting process?

The majority of my hair is gray—what highlighting process would be best for me?

Traditional highlighting with foils is perfect for clients whose hair is 70% to 100% gray because it best camouflages gray regrowth.

Clients who want to soften their color or lighten it also benefit from this type of highlighting. We use foils to add highlights and lowlights, which are visible from the roots all the way to the ends.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY Horses, Hats and Hot Rods

By Judi Rothenberg

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Saratoga Race Track The “season” opens July 18 and continues for sixweeks to the end of August. No need to know anything about racing, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement. Families like to spread out in the shady picnic area and take advantage of special kids programs like Family Fridays and the Breakfast Program, which includes a walking tour, paddock show and starting gate demonstration. While casual dress prevails on the grounds, ladies in the Clubhouse wear lovely summer dresses and fabulous hats. Across the street from the track, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame traces the history of racing. Kids will enjoy the interactive displays and can dress-up as a jockey.

The Roosevelt Baths This is not your typical Zen spa experience! A step into a deep tub filled with mineral water is a step back in history. Modeled after European style health resorts, where it was believed that “taking the waters” (either by soaking or drinking mineral water) would cure a variety of ailments. The baths were built in the 1930’s using relief money allocated by Franklin D. Roosevelt.

While it may not be curative, it is certainly relaxing. Be forewarned, the buoyant water is a murky, rusty color; but that’s because the iron in the water oxidizes as it is exposed to air. There’s a choice between a 40-minute bath and a 20-minute bath with a treatment; the latter is recommended, as 40 minutes is a bit too long.

Saratoga Food and Wine Festival Photo: Lawrence White

Over 21, please! If you can’t get to Saratoga for the races, the first weekend of September (5-7) is a splendid time for a grown-up getaway. Epicurean delights, from innovative and well-known chefs, are presented along with cooking demos, wine tastings and auctions. The Grand Tasting takes place under a massive tent with the Concours D’Elegance (a display of luxury collector cars including Porsche, Maserati, Ferrari and Lamborghini) serving as a stunning backdrop. The weekend culminates with a southern-style jazz brunch at Saratoga National Golf Course.

Saratoga Automobile Museum Housed in the former bottling plant for mineral water, the museum will take you on a historic journey of automobiles. Mustang at 50: An American Icon, opens June 14 with a mission to “explore five decades of Ford’s styling, engineering, racing, and advertising decisions made in response to world events, regulations, tastes, and trends.” In addition, dozens of car shows and club meets take place on the grounds in front of the museum.

Stay The historic Gideon Putnam Hotel, which bears the name of the founder of Saratoga Springs, is beautifully located within the 2,200-acre state park.

It’s an easy walk to the automobile museum, performing arts center, golf course, swimming pool and the Saratoga Food and Wine Festival. Complimentary shuttles run to the racetrack and to the downtown area, allowing you to park your car for the weekend.

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