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Features Stay Ahead of the Game | 46

With sports participation on the rise, recognizing concussion symptoms is the first step to safeguard student-athletes.

SPACE TIME

When a family decided to expand their 1950s splitlevel, a Bergen designer created an open floor plan with a seamless flow and a “modern California” feel.

Pros’ Fall Gardening Tips | 72

Bergen experts offer advice—including what to do now to help assure beautiful foliage next spring.

The Gold Standard | 62

Can Our Schools Be Safe? | 74

With the ultimate hue of luxury, a designer makes an Alpine bathroom sleek and stunning—again.

ON THE COVER: Danielle Palmadessa of DRP Interiors in Franklin Lakes redesigned the entire main floor of this mid-century split-level home. Photo by Katelyn Mangin.

America’s epidemic of school shootings has put administrators on alert and inspired new safety measures. But which of these steps are essential? Two Bergen officials weigh in.

IN EVERY ISSUE 6 Editor’s Note 34 Health News 110 Be There 118 Where to Eat

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These sharp looks are perfect for the season— whether you’re on the town or in the country.

Bergen, By Design | 56

Six local pros share the trends that are making interiors pop— and what to drop.

Fall Fancy | 66

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Departments Bergen Buzz | 15 Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the county.

For Men Only | 22

Stock up on must-have basics for fall and winter.

Style Watch | 26

When it comes to building a trendy wardrobe, these chic blazers mean business.

Jewelry Box | 28

Add some black magic to your collection with this shady onyx stone.

Home Front | 30

Let your home reflect a timeless sense of style with these mercury-weathered pieces.

Talk of the Town | 32

Maywood has so much more than just a former train station.

Escapes | 80

These bewitching destinations are so frightfully perfect for the season it’s downright spooky!

Tastes | 82

You won’t miss the gluten or the sugar in these delicious yet better-for-you vegan desserts.

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No offense to tofu, but tempeh is a proteinrich, soy-based meat substitute with a bit more pizzazz.

Spirits | 100

You’ll certainly like them apples when they’re concocted in this zesty, seasonal cocktail.

Gatherings | 104

Whether it’s at a charity gala or volunteering event, Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors.

Restaurant Review | 114

Jerk’D brings Caribbean flair and flavor to Hackensack.

A Bergen Moment | 128

A photographer captured his wife and daughter enjoying an end-of-season canoe ride at Overpeck County Park.

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Coming Home to Comfort In honor of this, one of our home issues, allow me to present a few pearls of wisdom from the local interior designers with whom we spoke. “Too much of the same element, no matter how wonderful, gets boring,” noted Ridgewood’s Tess Giuliani, one of six pros featured in Bergen, By Design on page 56. Another nugget from Mahwahbased Barbara Ostrom: “You don’t feel lonely in a room with plants. Greenery brings a dead room alive.” I admit to having a penchant for a good quote. Yes, I know, they can be overdone, but I take comfort in them because who doesn’t need a pep talk from time to time, especially when doubt creeps in, forcing you to question your decisions, or worse be lulled into inertia? So this autumn, curl up with your favorite design magazines and the latest issue of BERGEN and decide to start a project that will take you out of your comfort zone and ultimately make you happier. To that end, on the pages that follow you’ll find plenty of ideas to rejuvenate a home and spruce up a yard. For instance, check out the 1950s split-level that Franklin Lakes-based designer Danielle Palmadessa recently redid. The homeowners had lived with the interior’s familiar but outdated design for 13 years before Palmadessa and her team did their thing, opening the floor plan to give the space a modern and seamless flow. Flip to “Space Time” on page 48 for the project details. And for those used to waiting until spring to start their outdoor planting, our panel of local gardening gurus has some news: Now’s the time to get down and dirty. In “Pros’ Fall Gardening Tips” on page 72, find out what you can do this season to guarantee a beautiful backyard next spring. We do more than celebrate homes in this month’s issue. To commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we dedicate a section of Bergen Buzz (page 15) to present ways you can observe this important cause. October is also the time when kids (and the kid in all of us) seek out something spooky. We’re talking about Halloween, of course, and in “5 Haunts to Visit” on page 80 we tell you about quick getaways that are both scary and fun. For those not into ghosts and goblins, we suggest one of the family-friendly hayrides located right here in Bergen County. And speaking of young ones, both our special report and health feature this month focus on two hot-button topics: school safety and student-athlete concussions. After your autumn jaunts and when you get back and settle in, recall the words of poet and author (and New Jerseyan) Margaret Elizabeth Sangster: “There’s nothing half so pleasant as coming home again.” Enjoy the issue and welcome home.

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THINK PINK October is BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, when both local and national organizations hold events or special promotions to support cancer research and programs. And with so many different ways to get involved here in Bergen County, there’s really no excuse not to! Find out how you can help. n WALKING THE WALK • OCT. 5 As part of Bloomingdale’s Pink Breast Cancer Initiative, the Hackensack store will be hosting a special pre-opening 9 a.m. yoga class taught by an instructor from Fire Shaper Tenafly. Admission of $10 benefits the Carey and Marisa Acocella Marchetto foundations and includes a Bloomie’s gift bag you can take home. For more info, visit bloomingdalespink.eventbrite.com. • OCT. 12 The countywide breast cancer event is the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Bergen County walk, run by the American Cancer Society. The event is held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford— registration begins at 8 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony and the walk at 10 a.m. Email bergencountystrides@cancer.org for more. • OCT. 27 Englewood Health Foundation is hosting its annual Walk for Awareness and Susan Lucianna Memorial Dog Walk at the Englewood Field Club. Registration and activities kick off at 11 a.m., followed by the walk at 1 p.m. For more info, check out englewoodhospitalfoundation.com. n PINK STREAK Forget blonde or brunette: When you book your October salon appointment, think pink! As they’ve done in past years, several Bergen County salons will be selling and putting in pink hair extensions in honor of BCAM. Extensions range from $10 to $25 depending on the studio, with the proceeds for the piece and labor going directly to breast cancer organizations such as the American Cancer Society, the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The extensions are painlessly attached to your natural locks and are a stylish (and temporary) way to show your support for the cause. Here’s where to go: • Bellula Salon, 214 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, 201.652.4700 • Best Little HairHouse, 234 Westwood Ave., Westwood, 201.666.2284 • Headlines by Pantana, 137 Paris Ave., Northvale, 201.767.0097 • House of DeCicco Salon, 65 N. Broad St., Ridgewood, 201.857.4971 • Elite Salon and Spa, 65 Rte. 17 S., Hasbrouck Heights, 201.288.3136

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HOMAGE TO AN ICON No need to wait until the holiday season for a day trip to take in the sights of New York City. The Museum of Arts and Design currently has an exhibit dedicated to the works of Vera Neumann, a textile designer from the 1950s and ’60s. “Vera Paints a Scarf” pays tribute to the lifestyle icon’s career, featuring items from her fashion line, archived photos and videos as well as paintings inspired by her textile patterns. The exhibit is on display now until Jan. 26. • Museum of Arts and Design, 2 Columbus Circle, New York City, 212.299.7777, madmuseum.org

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Is it even really fall if you don’t take at least one sip of a pumpkin spice latte or enjoy an Instagram-friendly day picking apples or taking hayrides? We can help you out with that last one, as several Bergen County farms and nurseries are hosting hayrides for the whole family throughout the season. Here’s where and when:

Holy cow! Stew Leonard’s has officially opened in Paramus Park Mall, and none other than celebrity chef and lifestyle guru Martha Stewart was the guest of honor at the media preview party on Sept. 16. The VIP event included free food and wine samples, made-to-order apple cider donuts and photo ops with the other Martha in attendance–a Jersey brown cow named after the star. “I’m just so happy for Stew and Stew that they finally have a store in New Jersey,” says Stewart, who grew up in Nutley and is an advocate for farm animal protection. She added that while the produce department already is filled to the brim, she believes they “should make a point of getting only New Jersey tomatoes and blueberries.” Smart lady.

■ DEMAREST FARMS IN HILLSDALE is bringing back its annual Haunted Orchards hayrides, on which riders see ghouls and creepy creatures nestled deep in the orchard. Rides are on Thursday–Sunday nights in October, plus the Wednesday and Thursday of Halloween (Oct. 30–31). Buy tickets and see the full schedule at hauntedorchardsfarm.com.

FIGHTING FOOD ALLERGIES Fair Lawn mom Jessica Statham wasn’t going to let her 6-year-old son miss out on all the fun just because he has a severe peanut allergy. Thanks to Statham’s efforts, 10 parks in Fair Lawn have installed new signs reminding parents to be cautious of what and where they allow their kids to eat in public places, since many allergens are airborne. “Did you know 1 in 3 children has a food allergy?” say the signs, which cost the borough’s signage budget $17 each. “You can keep our children safer with these simple steps: 1. No food or drink on playground equipment. 2. Clean your hands after eating.” And other local parents are thrilled. “I love being part of a caring community,” says Fair Lawn resident Anupama Kinatukara. “As a parent of two kids with allergies, I fully understand what this means to us, and I want to thank all the parents in advance for teaching your kids to abide by this sign. It means a lot to us who have seen our kids suffer due to food allergies, and I would not wish that on anyone else.”

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■ SECOR FARMS in Mahwah offers daytime hayrides that’ll take you on a scenic tour of the festive farm. Once there, take a stroll through the corn maze and pick a pumpkin. Rides are 3–5 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on weekends; learn more at secorfarms.com/fall. ■ LUPARDI’S NURSERY in Closter’s biggest draw is its 6-acre corn maze, which debuted on the property last year. But it has a whole slew of fall activities for the whole family, such as a tractor-pulled wagon hayride, a haunted hayride, a treehouse slide and a feeding zoo. Hours are 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; lupardisnursery.com/fall-fun-2019 has the scoop. ■ ABMA’S FARM in Wyckoff has hayrides through its 30-acre farm directly to the pumpkin patch, or a special nighttime event that includes a 90-minute hayride and bonfi re (which must be booked in advance). Regular hayrides are 3–5 p.m. weekdays, and 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturdays. Learn more at abmasfarm.com. ■ ROHSLER’S ALLENDALE NURSERY in Allendale has oldfashioned hayrides through its nursery and horse farm daily from 11 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. There will be barnyard animals, carnival games and a fun corn maze waiting for you when you get off the wagon. Go to rohslers.com/ farmchicks for more.

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Dog: Max, 9-year-old cavapoo (Cavalier King Charles spaniel and toy poodle mix) Owners: Erin, Eric, Brandon, Emma and Natalie Wicklund of Woodcliff Lake When the Wicklunds wanted to adopt a puppy, they were leaning toward a cavapoo because the dogs are hypoallergenic and “look like teddy bears.” They were on the waiting list for a cavapoo puppy, and the family ahead of them wanted a female. That’s when they knew Max was meant to be theirs! And he fits right in with his human parents and siblings, napping with Mommy on the patio chaise lounge or patrolling the property by sitting in the grass in the highest part of their backyard. “He is like a lion watching over his territory,” Erin jokes. Max doesn’t love swimming in the family’s pool, but does like floating in it upon his racecar raft. “He sits with his head high and admires the scenery, as well as all the attention it brings,” says Erin.

When one restaurant closes, another one opens. At least that’s the case for Thomas Ciszak, the chef/partner of favorite Paramus hotspot Chakra. The “modern American” restaurant closed in August after 15 years in business— nine of which were under Ciszak’s helm—but this isn’t the end. The chef, his wife Evelyn Ciszak and partner Michael Chin are opening Brasserie Mémère, a French bistro in the heart of Closter that’s an homage to his grandmother, who inspired him to cook. The eatery has a lower price point than Chakra and aims to make French cuisine more of an “everyday” experience for Bergen County diners. “People think French food isn’t accessible because it’s usually expensive and a small portion, but that’s a perception,” Chef Ciszak tells BERGEN. “Brasserie Mémère is an everyday French restaurant that doesn’t have to be a four-course meal with foi gras and cost a fortune.” Brasserie Mémère is located on Vervalen Street in Closter Plaza.

YOUR DUTY TO INDULGE On National Chocolate Day, Oct. 28, a chocolate treat is almost mandatory, and fortunately there are plenty of places to find one here in Bergen County. Check out one of the candy spots below. Bonus: If you pick up some goodies for trick-or-treaters while you’re at it, you’ll be the favorite house on the block.

PARAMUS’ PLASTIC BAN Next to abolishing the blue laws, what would be the biggest possible shopping news in county history? Getting rid of plastic bags in Paramus, the largest shopping hub in the state—and folks, it’s happening. The borough council voted unanimously in August to join the likes of Glen Rock and Saddle Brook in banning single-use plastic bags and Styrofoam containers in all stores. Businesses will have to dole out recyclable bags instead that they can choose whether to charge customers for. One caveat: As in the other towns, the ban in Paramus will not apply to plastic bags used to wrap produce, meat, fish or frozen food, or packaging used for items such as newspapers or dry cleaning. You have until January 2020, when the law takes effect, to load up on the reusable bags.

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■ CHOCOLATE ETC. in Wyckoff is an old-fashioned candy shop that sells handmade chocolates of all sorts as well as specialty custom gift baskets, chocolate-making supplies and personalized wrappers. • 382 Main St., Wyckoff, 201.891.3711, chocolateetc.com ■ CONRAD’S CONFECTIONERY in Westwood has been selling handmade chocolates since 1928. It specializes in super-cute treats for the holidays, such as milk chocolate haunted houses for Halloween and milk chocolate turkey place cards for Thanksgiving. • 107 Westwood Ave., Westwood, 201.664.2895, conradscandy.com ■ CRITCHLEY’S CANDIES in River Edge offers chocolate-covered fruits and pretzels, assorted dark and milk chocolate boxes and special seasonal treats. You’ll fi nd a little something for everyone at this family-owned shop, in business since 1957. • 812 Kinderkamack Rd., River Edge, 201.967.1800, critchleyschocolates.com ■ GODIVA CHOCOLATIER in Paramus is known for its Belgian chocolates, from fruits dipped in chocolate to luxury gift boxes. Tip: Try its Masterpieces and Goldmark collection to help you transition into fall. • 2162 Garden State Plaza Blvd., 201.843.2326, godiva.com ■ HANNA KRAUSE’S HOMEMADE CANDIES in Paramus has been selling homemade candy for more than 90 years, from chocolates to sweets like jelly beans and licorice slices. • 89 Westview Ave., Paramus, 201.843.0337, hannakrausecandy.com ■ MINDY’S MUNCHIES in River Vale stocks boxes, baskets and platters fi lled with chocolate goodies, as well as personalized favors for baby showers, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs—the works. • 215 Rivervale Rd., River Vale, 201.664.1650, mindysmunchies.com BERGENMAG.COM

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CULINARY CORNER BUENAS NOCHES New Mexican, Colombian and Latin eatery Noches de Plaza has set up shop in Emma’s old location on East Palisade Avenue. This BYO restaurant is its second location, with a menu full of authentic salads, wraps, bowls and platters, plus make-your-own omelets and a wide selection of frozen coffee and juices.

“Best teacher” is a pretty subjective thing, but when you’re deemed the best by the state Department of Education, that’s powerful. And the 2019 “top teacher” honor for our county goes to Leah Jerome, an 11th and 12th grade social studies teacher at Pascack Valley High School. Administrators, teachers and parents selected Jerome for the designation. This local honor puts her in the running for New Jersey’s Teacher of the Year award, which will be announced later this month.

• 34 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood, 201.731.3184

OLD-COUNTRY CULINARY THAIS If you’re wondering what’s in that bright, can’t-miss-it pinkand-purple house on West Church Street in Bergenfield, the mystery is solved: It’s a brand-new Thai takeout place called Taan Thai. The chef and her sous chef hail from small villages in Thailand, so the dumplings, soups, noodles, rice and entrées are as authentic as it gets. Take a few dishes to go, or eat at the colorful picnic tables outside.

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• 48 W. Church St., Bergenfield, 201.374.2362, taanthai.com

YOU DESERVE DESSERTERY Elsewhere in Bergenfield, local mom Zainab Illyas has debuted a second location of her Zai’s Dessertery, fi rst opened in Dumont. The stay-at-home-mom-turned-baker claims to have the best French-style macarons in the county, but also bakes delicious cakes, cookies, brownies and other indulgences. Tip: She custom-orders for parties too.

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• Zai’s Dessertery, 108 N. Washington Ave., Bergenfield, 201.771.7000, zaisdesserts.com

A TASTE OF MEXICO Last but not least on our tour of new international food spots in Bergen County is Hamburguesa, run by two guys who used to sell these bad boys from a street cart in Mexico City. They make their burgers in-house by mixing flank steak and vegetables, then top the burgers with assorted toppings and fresh buns. Hot dogs, chips and shakes are on tap too. • Hamburguesa, 403 Hackensack St., Carlstadt, 201.640.9179, thehamburguesa.com

If bulletproof backpacks and armed guards weren’t enough to give you peace of mind that your kids are safe at school, Harrington Park parents are getting even more reassurance. The town’s sole self-titled K-8 public school has installed 50 bulletproof REMO Security doors throughout the building. The heavy-duty doors, made in Israel for $2,500 apiece, are the brainchild of Harrington Park parent Omer Barnes and are intended to be a “passive way to create the safest opportunity available for our students and staff,” Harrington Park Superintendent Adam Fried tells BERGEN. “You don’t think about a door. It’s just opened or closed and it’s not political, so it has the most impact because its breach-proof. Once that door is locked—it only takes a millisecond and a 5-year-old can do it—we know they’re in the safest places they can be.” Fried adds that parents have been supportive of these new safety measures, and they’ve helped reduce students’ anxiety as well. Will other Bergen County districts jump on board? “That’s not something I could ever say, but I have a vested interest in this county—two daughters who go to school here,” says Fried. “I just hope we can have a conversation about it.” To learn more about safety measures in our schools, turn to page 74.

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WELCOME TO

Maywood

■ ESTABLISHED: 1894 ■ POPULATION: 9,860 ■ WEBSITE: MAYWOODNJ.COM

This town has so much more than a former train station.

What is there to do in a town that’s a mere 1.3 square miles? Well, don’t let Maywood’s size fool you: This borough is bursting at the seams with life, style and charm. In 2012, nj.com named Maywood as one of the “Best Places to Retire” thanks to its pleasant walkways, proximity to hospitals and its multigenerational small businesses. And while it might be ironic that one of Bergen County’s densest areas feels so comfortable to its residents, there’s no denying this tiny town has some massive appeal.

HOME, SWEET HOME Buying or selling a house here? The median home value in town is $391,600, a 0.7 percent increase from last year, according to Zillow.

MAYWOOD STATION MUSEUM All aboard! While you’re in town, chug on over to the Maywood Station Museum, which pays homage to the 1872-built locomotive stop that gave the area its moniker. After word spread that the town had plans to demolish the station in 2002, residents banded together and successfully had the station placed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places. Since then, the station has been restored into a free mini-museum of railroad memorabilia, local artifacts and guidebooks that relent the former hustle and bustle of the New York, Susquehanna and Western Railway. The museum holds open houses on select days between April and December, and can be booked for class trips, senior outings and other group visits. This year, the museum will undergo interior restoration in the fall and reopen in December.

UNCLE FLOYD AT TWIN DOOR TAVERN Where can you share laughs with a living New Jersey legend? At Maywood’s Twin Door Tavern, the town’s local hotspot for pale ales and live music. Catch a live reboot on any given Wednesday until Dec. 18. of The Uncle Floyd Show—hosted by the Garden State funnyman himself, Uncle Floyd Vivino. A popular syndicated variety show on PBS from 1974 to 1998, The Uncle Floyd Show included comedy and music by then-up-and-coming talents like Jon Bon Jovi, The Ramones and Cyndi Lauper, with Vivino as the zany ringmaster of it all. Now, Uncle Floyd holds his weekly show in Maywood for locals who want to witness a living New Jersey legend bring back a nostalgic piece of our state’s entertainment history. And that’s no joke.

DINING OUT In Maywood, there are lots of options to try for every meal. Start your day off at the Maywood Pancake House for a stack of seriously sweet flapjacks. During lunchtime, explore the tastes of Peru at Uncle Paulie’s, known for its delicious chicken dishes like lomo pollo and aji de Gallina. For a sweet treat at the end of your food tour, Stray Cat Brew offers up barista-style drinks and smoothies to sip on as you explore the rest of town.

WHAT’S IN A NAME?

Though it was a part of a section known as New Barbados in the late 1800s, Maywood eventually earned its name after the popularity that surrounded the area’s Maywood Train Station.

FAMOUS FACES

Maywood’s Seafood Gourmet has become quite the catch. Open since 1988, this seafood market carries everything from little neck clams to squid to copious cans of zesty Old Bay seasoning. Don’t feel like prepping the fish yourself? No worries. The small market doubles as a casual BYOB eatery, with succulent selections from under the sea like sesame crusted Chilean sea bass and herb-seared bronzini. Be warned: This little locale fills up fast, so be sure to call ahead for a reservation.

There must be something in the Maywood water, because some seriously talented young actors have lived here. Early ’90s Nickelodeon child star Danny Tamberelli, known for his title role on The Adventures of Pete and Pete and for being an original All That! cast member, was raised in Maywood. Alex Vincent, better known as the actor who played Andy Barclay in Chucky’s Child’s Play movie franchise, also grew up in town. Then there is Barbie Ferreira, who currently plays savvy high school student Kat on HBO’s popular teen drama Euphoria and who moved to Maywood from Queens as a child.

DRESS TO IMPRESS

New Jersey brides need not trek all the way to Kleinfeld’s in Manhattan to say yes to a dress. Head to Maywood’s cozy downtown shopping district with your bride tribe and stop by Bel Fiore Bridal to find the gown of your dreams. In addition to private appointments with consultants and a huge selection of white dresses, the boutique also offers event planning services and décor for brides who love a one-stop-shopping trip. For the rest of the bridal party, make a stop at The Fig Leaf Boutique, where awe-inspiring formalwear awaits. If you fancy a more eclectic style, Suburban Revival, a vintage boutique, is also nearby, offering an array of antique accessories to add a chic touch of the past to any modern ensemble.

Station and Tamberelli: Wikipedia; Uncle Floyd: Twin Door Tavern; Vincent and Ferreira: IMDB.

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GET OUT!

Feeling connected to the outdoors lowers blood pressure and boosts serotonin, according to new research.

—Journal of Environmental Research

People who take up fitness in their 40s and continue the practice into their senior years lower their risk of death by 35 percent— about the same as lifelong exercisers. —Journal of the American Medical Association

NOT SO SWEET

You know you’re supposed to limit salt intake to keep blood pressure at bay but sugar may be worse. A recent study suggests that sugar may be a likelier culprit as it’s linked to high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes. —Journal of the American Medical Association

WINDOW EATING

Obese people who followed a 16-hour fasting schedule lost weight without counting calories, a recent study found. —Nutrition and Healthy Aging

Smoking and heart disease

259

The number of selfie-related deaths worldwide between 2011 and 2017. Of those who died, 75 percent were men, and 25 percent were women. The average age was 23.

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It takes one cigarette a day to boost a man’s risk of coronary artery disease by nearly 50 percent. E-cig users increase their heart-disease risk by 40 percent.

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WORKOUT BUDDY WANTED Research indicates that individuals who play team sports or exercise with a partner added more years to their lives than solo exercisers. On average, tennis players added 9.7 years and soccer 4.7 years, while working out at the gym added 1.5 years. Experts posit that the physical as well as mental benefits contribute to the increase. —Mayo Clinic Proceedings

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VALLEY HEALTH SYSTEM:

The Institute for Gastrointestinal Cancer at Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care AN INTERVIEW WITH

Michael Passeri, M.D. MICHAEL PASSERI, M.D.

Can you tell us about The Valley Institute for Gastrointestinal Cancer? The Valley Institute for Gastrointestinal Cancer is part of Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care. It is a multidisciplinary program for patients with cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, bile ducts, small intestine, colon, and rectum. The physician team works closely with primary care providers, gastroenterologists, and a patient’s other providers to offer comprehensive, personalized care and innovative clinical trials. The surgical team’s laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques result in less pain and quicker recovery for patients.

Tell us more about the team approach. What specialties are represented? Our physician team consists of specialists in these areas: surgery (including gastroesophageal surgery, hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, and colorectal surgery), medical oncology, radiation oncology, and interventional radiology.

Can you tell us about your medical background? I am the newest member of The Valley Institute for Gastrointestinal Cancer’s team. I am a board-certified surgeon with specialized training in traditional and robotic surgical treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts. I also have expertise in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancer and skin tumors, including malignant melanoma. I received my medical degree from New York Medical College and completed a general surgery residency at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s in New York. I completed a hepatopancreatobiliary surgery fellowship at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. I am a member of the American Hepato-PancreatoBiliary Association and the International Hepato-PancreatoBiliary Association. I am excited to be part of the surgical team at Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care, providing exceptional and compassionate care to my patients, as well as to be collaborating with my new colleagues here in northern New Jersey.

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VALLEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INSTITUTE FOR GASTROINTESTINAL CANCER A multidisciplinary program for patients with cancers affecting the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, bile ducts, small intestine, colon, and rectum. Our team of surgeons and medical and radiation oncologists works closely with a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary care provider and gastroenterologist to offer advanced treatments, procedures and clinical trials. The surgical team can offer patients the latest in robotic surgical techniques, allowing patients to recover faster. And the entire comprehensive healthcare team supports you. We are proud to announce that Michael Passeri, MD, has joined our multidisciplinary team. Dr. Passeri is a board-certified surgeon with specialized training in the surgical treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the pancreas, bile ducts and liver.

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HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER:

Comfort and Innovation Come Together in New Patient Pavilion Hackensack University Medical Center broke ground in September for the largest healthcare expansion project ever in New Jersey: its new Second Street Pavilion, projected to open in 2022. With 100 private rooms for all patients, state-of-the-art operating suites, a dedicated 50-bed Orthopedic Institute, and comfortable, inviting spaces throughout, the nine-story building will unite the latest medical technology with the best in patient comfort to make each person’s visit the best it can be. “As part of this leading-edge design, the new Patient Pavilion will provide an enhanced patient and family experience,” said Mark D. Sparta, FACHE, president, Hackensack University Medical Center and executive vice president, population health, Hackensack Meridian Health. “We’ve looked into the future to ensure that our academic medical center will continue to address the healthcare needs of the region for years to come.”

Highlights of the new building include: • Three floors of patient rooms to enhance comfort and privacy, with plans to convert semi-private rooms in the main hospital to single rooms after the Pavilion opens. • Twenty-four new operating rooms featuring the very latest in surgical technologies, including robotic surgical equipment and intraoperative MRI for real-time monitoring during surgery. • Dedicated beds just for patients having orthopedic surgery, such as joint replacement. • A new, 50-bed Intensive Care Unit with a CT scanner located on the floor to minimize the need to move critical care patients.

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• “Green” building design with LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver Certification. • Convenient and welcoming valet drop-off, visitors’ center, and direct connections to the main hospital, existing parking garage, and Heart and Vascular Institute for ease of access. With an inspiring design by RSC Architects of Hackensack, in partnership with EYP Architecture & Engineering of Houston, Texas, the new facility will elevate the level of best-in-class care provided at Hackensack University Medical Center—serving patients and visitors from the greater New York metro area.

Home is where awardwinning care is. Once again, four Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals are ranked among the best in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report. Because home is where compassionate, uncompromising care happens every day. Visit hackensackmeridianhealth.org/usnews

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HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER:

Shattering Stroke Myths AN INTERVIEW WITH

Marissa Oller-Cramsie, D.O., Neurologist Holy Name Medical Partners Their fans were shocked when actor Luke Perry, 52, and director John Singleton, 51, died from massive strokes. Many asked, “Weren’t they too young to suffer a stroke?” Dr. Marissa OllerCramsie says a stroke can happen at any age. In fact, nearly one-quarter occur in people younger than 65, even in infants. What happens when someone has a stroke? A stroke occurs when blood flow to an area of the brain is cut off, either by a clot within a blood vessel to the brain (ischemic stroke) or when a blood vessel ruptures, causing swelling and pressure inside the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). In both cases, brain cells are deprived of oxygen and begin to die. Speech, memory, balance, and muscle control can be affected.

What are some myths associated with strokes? • There are no warning signs. In fact, a precursor to a full-blown stroke is often a transient ischemic attack, a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain causing brief stroke-like symptoms. • It’s hard to tell when someone is having a stroke. False. The signs and symptoms are easy to detect. Remember FAST: Face drooping, Arm or leg weakness, Speech difficulties, Time to call 911. • There is nothing I can do to prevent a stroke. Wrong. Reduce your risk factors by maintaining an appropriate weight, eating healthy, exercising, avoiding excessive alcohol, and stopping smoking.

MARISSA OLLER-CRAMSIE, D.O., NEUROLOGIST

What specialty stroke care is available at Holy Name Medical Center? Holy Name is a Primary Stroke Center and has earned Gold Status from the American Stroke Association. When every second counts, the acute stroke team evaluates a patient within five minutes of arrival at our Emergency Department. “Telestroke” technology connects patients with specially trained stroke management neurologists. After a CT scan, the patient may be treated with clot-busting medication or mechanical intervention to help prevent permanent disabilities. Our stroke team has reduced vital door-to-needle treatment time from a national average of 60 minutes to 45 minutes.

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• Headaches • Seizure Disorders (Epilepsy) • Parkinson’s disease • Alzheimer’s disease • Movement disorders • Multiple Sclerosis • Stroke intervention • Malignancies of the Central Nervous System • Pain management

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GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL:

Passionately Dedicated to Breast Health, Screening, Complex Reconstruction Surgery and Support AN INTERVIEW WITH

Karen Karsif, M.D., FACS, Medical Director The Center for Breast Health

There are many new innovations and developments at The Center for Breast Health. Can you talk about some of the highlights? We are privileged to announce that Hakan Usal, M.D., one of the top surgeons worldwide in complex breast reconstruction, has joined our team full time. What’s more, radiation oncology is now on-site using a state-of-the-art Linear Accelerator which works to destroy cancer cells while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. We are making strides to spread the word to our broader communities about our Cancer Services Program, offering free training and breast exams for those who are underinsured and would otherwise not have access to these critical supports. And with recent studies pointing to a major shift in treatment options due in large part to new available drugs, our team can administer chemotherapy before surgery demonstrating better survival outcomes.

In all your many accomplishments, what is most near and dear to your heart? That’s easy. My semi-monthly support group for women with all stages of breast cancer is very personal and gives meaning to my life’s work. The connections forged during an experience that can be lonely and isolating offers a safe place to express and handle the most intimate

KAREN KARSIF, M.D., FACS, MEDICAL DIRECTOR, THE CENTER FOR BREAST HEALTH

issues. There’s been an evolution of treatment and breast cancer survivorship has taken center stage. Given major advances, it’s not enough to just cure our patients, but to give validity to their feelings and to ensure quality of life. It’s a real testament to how far we’ve come.

We hear a lot today about high-risk patients. What is the hospital doing to help women identify risk factors? So many, including physicians, are unfamiliar with the changing parameters for high-risk candidates. Most breast cancers are not hereditary, but it is important to identify the 10% that are to be proactive. We have introduced a new system to help identify, at routine screenings, women who meet the criterion for high risk— nobody else is currently doing that. When a woman comes in for her routine mammogram, we can identify if she is a possible carrier for a gene that could increase her risk of developing breast cancer. And now, we have a specially trained genetic cancer specialist who provides education, hereditary cancer-risk assessment and genetic counseling. By casting this broader net at the ground level, we hope to reach more women to be in a better place of choice and empowerment.

The Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital A Member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network

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MORE THAN WOMEN’S HEALTHCARE. ADVANCED CARE FOR EVERY WOMAN. Good Samaritan Hospital is now home to the WMCHealth Institute for Women’s Health and Wellness — advanced, multispecialty care, close to home. At the WMCHealth Institute for Women’s Health and Wellness, we offer exceptional, personalized care for women at every stage of life – even when life takes an unexpected turn. Utilizing the most advanced technology available today, our world-class, multidisciplinary medical team is on the forefront of women’s medicine.

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ADVANCING CARE. HERE. To learn more about the Institute for Women’s Health and Wellness or to make an appointment, please call 845.288.1100. GoodSamHosp.org/women

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STAY AHEAD OF THE GAME

With sports participation on the rise, recognizing concussion symptoms is the first step to safeguard student-athletes.

Sports bring many benefits for middle and high school students—from fitness and friendships to discipline and teamwork. Still, many parents worry about balancing those benefits with the risk of concussion and its potential long-term effects. Every year, an estimated 1.1 to 1.9 million Americans younger than 18 are treated for a recreational or sportsrelated concussion. For boys, the highest-risk activities are football, lacrosse, ice hockey and wrestling; for girls, it’s soccer, lacrosse, field hockey and basketball. Last fall, the American Academy of Pediatrics revised its guidance on sports-related concussions to incorporate findings from the most recent research, which shows that it’s best to have a gradual progression back into physical and cognitive activity after concussion. According to the report, most pediatric athletes will recover from symptoms within four weeks of their injury.

KNOW THE SIGNS

Though athletes might want to “shake off” a head injury, concussions can be very serious. It’s crucial that a health-care professional evaluate a student-athlete following an injury when concussion is suspected, so recognizing symptoms is key. “We’re seeing an increase in concussions across youth sports because of education and awareness,” says Felicia Gliksman, D.O., pediatric neurologist and medical director of Hackensack University Medical Center’s Comprehensive Concussion & Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center. She advises parents and coaches to closely observe athletes who, after a collision or other jarring impact, stumble while walking, appear disoriented or grab his or her head. “Those are big ones, the immediate signs of a possible concussion.”

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But other indicators—headaches, sensitivity to light, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, for example— might manifest themselves hours, even days later, so parents should continue to monitor their kids after the sporting event ends. “Poor concentration is a red flag too,” Dr. Gliksman says, “so the studentathlete has to be honest if he or she is feeling slow or disoriented. Sometimes they might want to be tough, but it’s best to have kids evaluated and sit out one or two games [for rest] rather than end up missing an entire season.”

CONCUSSION CARE

Treating a concussion varies on the extent of the injury and age, as pediatric patients tend to require more recovery time. Rest and hydration are two of the most prescribed forms of treatment, and many doctors avoid medication beyond aspirin “because we don’t want to cover up symptoms,” Dr. Gliksman notes. Many hospitals use baseline tools to monitor patients and to personalize care plans so they’re able to safely return to daily activities. Health-care teams can work with the athlete’s coach and trainers to make sure important information is being shared and the student is properly recovered before returning to play. Pre-participation baseline testing enables healthcare providers to evaluate changes in the brain caused by the concussion. Many students opt to take the test during a sports physical. For student athletes and their parents, the message is clear: Don’t downplay a head injury. Having a concussion medically evaluated and treated leads to a faster recovery and a potentially reduced risk of longterm effects.

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WHAT TO DO WHEN CONCUSSION IS SUSPECTED • Remove the athlete from all sporting activities

• Be sure an athletic trainer or health-care provider evaluates the injury • Contact Hackensack University Medical Center’s Comprehensive Concussion & Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center by calling 551.996.8100

URGENT SYMPTOMS

Seek immediate medical attention if the athlete has any of the following symptoms: • Prolonged loss of consciousness • Numbness, weakness, decreased coordination • Concussion, changes in vision, irritability • Vomiting, convulsions or seizures • Decreasing mental status, inability to recognize people • Slurred speech or inability to speak

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When a family decided to expand their 1950s splitlevel, a Bergen designer created an open floor plan with a seamless flow and a “modern California feel.” By Haley Longman Design by Danielle Palmadessa of DRP Interiors Photography by Katelyn Mangin

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The interior designer couldn’t help what she was thinking. Three years ago, when Danielle Palmadessa revamped a daughter’s upstairs bedroom in a family’s North Jersey 1950s split-level, she wondered why that room in particular was the chosen focus. Palmadessa confesses: “The rest of the house was so awful I kept thinking, ‘Why are you doing this bedroom when the rest needs so much help?’” Of course it was far more tactfully that she broached the subject with the homeowners. “They were like, ‘We’re getting to it!’” she recalls. Well, they got to it. The family rehired Palmadessa and her team at Franklin Lakes-based DRP Interiors to redo the entire main floor. After 13 years in the home and with two growing teenaged children, the clients were in dire need of more space, so, with the help of the homeowner’s architect sister, they expanded upon their living room, dining room and kitchen and did an addition onto the back of the house with a new family room, butler’s pantry and powder room. This gave them an open floor plan and the seamless flow their previous footprint lacked. From there, Palmadessa used the kitchen as a starting point. “The client wanted white cabinets with quartz and brass, and because you can basically see the kitchen from every other room, that set a vision for me,” she said. “I thought a soft, neutral palette would work best. She didn’t need pops of bright This page: A functional, marble-top table by Noir in the center of the foyer creates a focal point—and can also house a beautiful holiday display. The see-through brass-and-glass light fixture above it doesn’t obstruct the view. Opposite, top: Palmadessa loves using wallpaper for warmth and texture. “It adds an extra element to the family room,” she says. Opposite, bottom: Palmadessa began designing the kitchen around the standout chandelier from Visual Comfort because lighting is “sculptural and evoking.” BERGENMAG.COM

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colors.” The all-white kitchen is all about functionality, with a large center island with breakfast stools in stain-resistant Duralee Crypton fabric and a desk built right into the custom cabinets. But the designer’s favorite features of the kitchen are the gold-accented light fixtures by Visual Comfort— “without the chandelier and pendants, it’s just a pretty kitchen,” she says—and the adjacent butler’s pantry. “We did a reflective hexagonal antique mirror backsplash, which opens up the small room and gives it a special, glamorous feel,” she adds. “I love it.” The foyer has a bit of that glam vibe too, with its patterned, metallic-specked geometric wallpaper from Ferm Living providing a “wow” factor when you first walk in. Right next to it is the enlarged living room, featuring a custom-cut broadloom rug that elongates the whole space; a unique bar cabinet; a piano (the only item from the previous home that was used in the new design); and four navy openback TOV swivel chairs. “I haven’t done a formal living room with a sofa and chairs in a long time because you want it to feel more loungey,” Palmadessa says. “It’s a nice addition to another sitting room.” Continued... BERGENMAG.COM

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This page: The butler’s pantry features different cabinets and backsplash than the kitchen but is an extension of it, with similar fresh white cabinets and satin brass faucetry. Opposite page, top: Palmadessa typically likes to place desks in a secondary area, but this client wanted hers in the kitchen. “She’s very neat,” says the designer, “so it’s OK!” Opposite page, bottom: All chairs and island stools in the kitchen were reupholstered in spill-proof Duralee and Maxwell fabrics for extra functionality.

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Seating is maximized in the family room as well, deliberately sunken and with vaulted ceilings to add height and dimension. The design team arranged this space’s aesthetic around the rustic stone fireplace, which the homeowner and her sister chose together. “It inspired me with its natural, organic, modern California feel,” she says. “We put an almost grasscloth wallpaper by Brewster on the accent wall, used contrasting wood tones and a cool, open sculptural light by Hudson Valley with black metal and silver,” the last of which melds in well with the room’s gray tones. Finally there is the “moody” dining room, where the ceiling was painted in a deep plum color with a mirrored silver églomisé overlay, but it’s still linked to the rest of the rooms by the black, white and gold accents. The designers also installed wainscoting threequarters of the way up, added a shimmery abstract wallpaper for the other quarter, and designed a semi-custom black, 96-inch, high gloss Modshop buffet to house the homeowners’ vast china collection. Beyond financial reasons, why was now the right time for this family to take the plunge and redo about half of their house? “Even if they’re soon-to-be empty nesters, they wanted to have a house they could entertain in and host family events in,” Palmadessa says. “But they also want to keep its value so it would appeal to other buyers when they eventually sold it.” Those future offers are sure to come rolling in—a long while from now, of course. This page: The designer compares the stunning dining room ceiling to “an opaque mirror.” Opposite, top: The plum dining room’s aesthetic is more dramatic than the rest, but shares “common denominators” of metallic, black and white. Opposite, bottom: The newly added family room evokes “California” vibes and is simultaneously “glamorous and comfortable.”

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BERGEN, BY DESIGN Six local pros share the trends that are making interiors pop—and tell what to drop. By Gianna Barone

From paints to plants, there’s a lot to keep up with in the interior design world these days. Professionals know that good design requires a careful curator committed to bringing the client’s story to life in a home. These experts must be conversant with trends, but trends come and go. It’s how they’re implemented that can make an abode both full of character and full of style. We asked six Bergen County interior designers to explain what’s hot—and what’s not.

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Susan Anthony Susan Anthony Interiors, Edgewater

Tess Giuliani Tess Giuliani Designs, Ridgewood

Patty Lacourte Eurica Home, Waldwick BERGENMAG.COM

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Jewel tones From fiery ruby to regal amethyst, clients have this year’s luxurious jewel tone trend on the brain, the designers agree. “Some people will go with a bluish purple; that’s probably the jewel tone I get asked for most,” says Ramsey-based Rita Lyons. “I’ll often do an accent wall in that color.” As for Patty Lacourte, owner and interior designer at Eurica Home in Waldwick, she says clients who usually lean toward neutral white are now asking for colors that make a statement. “Dark blue is classic, but emerald green is very big right now,” explains Lacourte, noting that clients “are unafraid to mix colors and materials.” However, for designers like Ramsey’s Melanie Sobash and Edgewater’s Susan Anthony, some homeowners prefer to embrace this trend with pillows, décor pieces and artwork in an otherwise neutral room before going “all in” with bigger changes such as a new paint job or a tile installation. “Right now, my clients like jewel tones more for accents,” says Sobash. “There’s always a transition period for colorful trends, where some clients are not fully ready to jump in just yet.” Looking for an even trendier way to bedazzle your space with jewel tones? Anthony and Lacourte agree wallpaper is back in a major way. So get swatching! BERGENMAG.COM

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Natural accents Lush greenery and pops of warm wood are ofthe-moment, our designers say. “Properties in Bergen County have beautiful backyards and outdoor areas, so I like to include that element in my homes,” says Lyons. She and Anthony say live-edge wood is the hottest varietal to go with this season, and Anthony adds that reclaimed wood from fallen trees and previously built structures is being used more often these days for sustainability and style. “Greenery brings a dead room alive,” says Mahwah-based designer Barbara Ostrom. “You don’t feel lonely in a room with plants.” The designers are no strangers to requests for flowers either. “Florals soften a family or living room, and they can even be incorporated into a kitchen,” says Lacourte. “Ivy was in five years ago, but simple boxed arrangements or even a single orchid can introduce greenery to a space.” While florals add softness, Anthony points out that her clients, who are often away on business trips or traveling on well-deserved vacays, in many cases can’t keep up with watering a masterful arrangement of blooms daily. Her solution: succulents and “air plants” (Tillandsia). “They’re great for clients with allergies, and they’re lowmaintenance for homeowners who are always on the go,” says Anthony. “Plus, they lift the spirit.” Sobash agrees, noting that succulents are hot right now because “they’re beautiful, they’re trendy and they last a long time.”

Acrylic furniture Whichever name you use of the several this trend goes by in the design world (“Ghost chairs,” “Lucite,” “plexiglass”), the designers can’t get enough of it. Lyons expresses amazement at the comeback this material has made in her clients’ requests. “Back in my mother’s time Lucite was in, but it used to yellow easily,” she says. “Now, thanks to modern tech, it’s the hottest thing.” For homeowners eager to try this trend, Lyons suggests pairing an acrylic coffee table or end table on top of a gorgeous Oriental rug or tapestry to show off its ornate beauty. Ostrom agrees, adding that she often opts for acrylic furniture to contrast with a furrytextured throw pillow or a bold paint color such as striking hot pink. And it’s not just tables that have been going acrylic. Lacourte’s clients have asked for window treatments and statement pieces of the material to “make a room feel very light.”

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Maximalism For the experts, this chic trend is all about adding drama. The first thing Lyons suggests to clients who are looking to embrace today’s “more-is-more” tendency is a museum-esque gallery wall. “I’ll find art that’s different, but where each piece tells a story,” she says. Anthony and Ostrom agree that this eclectic trend is fueled partly by young homeowners inheriting antiques and wanting to show off their beauty in a contemporary way that fits with the rest of their updated homes. “My clients are getting braver with mixing old and contemporary design,” says Ostrom, who has designed politicians’ homes, notably the late former President Nixon’s house in Saddle River. “They’re going into their attics and basements where their grandmother’s furniture lives, and I tell them that I’ll have it lacquered and use it.” As popular as this look has become, Sobash warns that a designer must use “lots of restraint” when mapping out a maximalist room. “When the client is a collector, there is a fine line to observe in making the space not stark, but also not suffocating,” says Sobash. “You need to design maximalist spaces with a good eye and strategy.” Ridgewood-based designer Tess Giuliani concurs. “I embrace the idea of ‘more is better’—not cluttered, but engaging,” she says, adding that when clients approach her with the task of maximizing a space, she often encourages them to “be daring, have fun, use colors and textures and display art.”

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Bold backsplashes Goodbye, subway tile and neutrals—this year multi-colored mosaics and art-inspired motifs are all the rage. Anthony says her clients are all about patterns these days. “I’ve done mirror tiles and mosaics to the ceiling that are so elegant, they look like [kitchens you’d find in] hotels,” she reports. She also advises homeowners who are looking to spice up their kitchens to opt for a bright 1940s-style Mexican cement tile, as it’s become popular and adds personality. For kitchens that are “too white,” Ostrom says she’s manipulated the elements a bit and used wooden and marble backsplashes. Because bold backsplashes are difficult to replace but categorically “in” right now, Lyons likes to remind clients to choose an artistic design that’s “fun, funky and forever,” while being mindful of combining rather plain tiles with statement-making bold ones. “It’s all about mixing,” she says. “That keeps it interesting.”

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Mixed metals Whether it’s brass and bronze or platinum and nickel, combining different metals in a space adds a chic touch of variety to any home. And this flair, the experts agree, makes for a much more dynamic design. “Each room should have its own personality, but good design will have a connecting thread throughout a house,” says Giuliani. “Too much of the same element, no matter how wonderful, gets boring.” So which metals meld well? Lyons is a fan of an oil-polished bronze in a mid-century modern design paired with a glistening stainless steel. Lacourte suggests teaming antique brass with modern chrome for a stylish juxtaposition of past and present. And Anthony has grown fond of “new metals” such as rich honey bronze.

So, what’s out? Some notions do reach their sell-by date, and our designers spoke right up about them. Lyons believes tried-and-true plain gray “is getting old;” her clients are looking instead for variations of the color that give it more personality, such as soft lavender. Anthony has grown tired of seeing what she calls “fish-tank fireplaces”—those lined with fire-resistant glass beads that arguably inspire more confusion than awe among guests. Giuliani says low sofas, though still chic, are seen as less functional—they can be uncomfortable and are slowly moving out of her clients’ spaces. For Ostrom, “dull design” is out. (Was it ever in?) “I don’t like boring rooms,” she elaborates—but she’s actually saying more: “When I walk into a home, I want to get a sense of who lives there.”

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THE GOLD STANDARD With the ultimate hue of luxury, a designer makes an Alpine bathroom sleek and stunningâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;again. By Haley Longman Design by Aparna Vijayan of Ulrich Inc. Photography by Peter Rymwid

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Ulrich Inc.’s Aparna Vijayan designed this master bathroom in Alpine twice—once 15 years ago for the builder’s traditional spec home, and again for the homeowner, who wanted a reimagined, more modern space. Her favorite thing about the finished product? “In the morning, you walk in there and you feel alive,” she says. “It looks very fresh and just gives you energy.”

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Not many designers can say they’ve designed the same space twice, but Aparna Vijayan can. Fifteen years before revamping this Alpine master bathroom, Vijayan, of the Ridgewoodbased interior design firm Ulrich Inc., was hired by the builder to design the original bathroom in the then-spec house he was selling. “He wanted the bathroom very ornate and traditional; lots of moldings, all marble, separate vanities in dark cherry, huge step platform tub, very over-the-top,” she says. But when the owners moved in—a couple with two children and a “very important dog”—they hired Vijayan themselves in the hope that she could reimagine the space in a more refined, modern way, one that still fit the house’s overall traditional aesthetic but with a transitional twist. The first step in the process? A show-stopping floor. The lady of the house knew she wanted a black-andwhite element in the bathroom and thought it’d be effective on the floor, so they set out to find the perfect tiling. After thorough research, the team arrived at a custom-cut arrangement from Artistic Tile. “This floor is very dramatic, and I think it makes the bathroom,” Vijayan says. “We built the room from that point on.” Then Vijayan and her team reconfigured the entire floor plan, opening up the walls, removing ornate detailing such as columns, relocating the toilet into its own separate room and installing a “performance shower” equipped with rain-head faucets. “The client wanted everything very sleek, so we used porcelain slabs in the shower to avoid a grout line,” she says, adding that only the shower floor was tiled for plumbing purposes. The porcelain slabs proved to be more laborintensive and time-consuming than anticipated, though. “It had to be very precise in terms of templating, and one of the slabs broke and we had to procure another one that looked exactly like it,” Vijayan says. “We also had to bring the slabs through different doorways—but it was worth it. It looked amazing in the end.” Another amazing touch is the burst of satin-gold, also one of the homeowners’ color preferences, which was featured on the Emtek

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This page, top: Designer Aparna Vijayan “tripled the storage space” in this bathroom and made it look larger by installing one long custom mirror (as opposed to two) with a half-inch-thick gold frame. Bottom: The designer kept the home’s original French doors and added a gold starburst chandelier for a pop. Opposite: The walls in the large “performance shower” are made of two large slabs of porcelain, not tile, to prevent grout lines. “Behind the seat in the back there’s a large niche where we put the seam,” Vijayan says.

hardware, the WaterWorks faucetry, the custom mirror frame and the brass feet on the freestanding BainUltra tub. The Ulrich team also installed linen cabinets with ribbed glass, one continuous vanity with quartz countertops with a “beefy” 7-and-a-half-inch-thick builtup edge and two identical window seats with storage underneath. “They have that blue color [of the fabric on the seats] throughout the house in various other rooms, so it’s a string that connects everything,” the designer says. In fact, the lady of the house loves a good color moment. “It’s very rare that you find clients who are not afraid of color and let you run with it,” Vijayan says. “Most want to be safe and have it appeal to the next buyer, but she wasn’t like that. She’s very embracing of different ideas and colors.” Vijayan worked with the couple on some minor cosmetic upgrades in the rest of the home’s bathrooms too—for instance, installing dramatic wallpaper and upgrading to more modern faucets—and they haven’t seen the last of each other. “We’ll be working on the kitchen next,” the designer says. “It’s a much bigger project, and there are certain things this client is particular about, but that helps me as a designer. It keeps me grounded.”

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FALL FANCY These cool looks are perfect for the season—whether you’re on the town or in the country. Photography by Michael Cogliantry Shot on location at Valley Rock Inn & Mountain Club, Sloatsburg, N.Y.

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Sweater by Dorothee Schumacher, dorothee-schumacher.com; pants by Rebecca Taylor, Hartly, Westwood, 201.664.3111; shoes by Aquazzura, Gito, Englewood, 201.541.7330.

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Turtleneck bodysuit and leather pants by Marissa Webb, Hartly, Westwood.

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Leopard coat and blazer by Veronica Beard, and boots by Aquazzura, Gito, Englewood; jeans by Re/Done, Neiman Marcus, Paramus, 201.291.1920.

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Dress by Fleur du Mal, fleurdumal. com; shoes by Manolo Blahnik, Nordstrom, Paramus, 201.843.1122.

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Dress by Jonathan Simkhai, and boots by Aquazzura, Gito, Englewood.

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PROS’ FALL GARDENING TIPS Bergen experts offer advice—including what to do now to help assure beautiful foliage next spring. By John McCarthy Time to forget your garden till spring? No way, experts say. Early autumn, when temperatures are cooler but still moderate, can be a delightful—and productive—season for working on an outdoor garden. Fortunately, the soil is still warm enough to let what you plant now put down roots before winter freezes the ground. And of course it’s important to get your plants ready for the coming cold. BERGEN tapped the knowledge of local gardening gurus for tips on making the most of the season: Keep watering. “Just because the nights are becoming cooler doesn’t mean you should stop watering your flowers and plants,” says Donna Dorsey, co-owner of Goffle Brook Farm & Garden Center in Ridgewood. Cull your garden. Fall is a great time to remove any plants that are not worth keeping. Signs that a plant is suffering include curly, spotted or discolored leaves. If you decide to keep a plant, be sure to pick up any of its fallen leaves, which can grow fungus and attract insects. Go for floral variety. Yes, mums are fall classics, but when it comes to fall planting mum’s not necessarily the word. Other flowers that can thrive at this time of year, says Dorsey, include coneflowers, salvia and pansies. Plant perennials. “Sedum blooms a beautiful pink in the fall, adding a great mid-range plant for your gardens with an attractive succulent foliage,” says Sergio Gil, horticulturist and arborist at Gil Santos Landscaping in Park Ridge. (You’ll have planted this perennial in the spring, but its seedlings can be transplanted into your garden in autumn.) Gil also recommends asters, as they come in a variety of colors. For backyards, evergreens will thrive year-round. “Early fall is a great time to plant boxwood and spruce evergreens,” says John Butler, owner of Arapahoe Landscape Contractors in Mahwah. “You want to have these plants sprayed with Wilt-Pruf [a commercial product billed as a natural pine emulsion that is biodegradable] because they may not have time to acclimate to our climate.” Evergreens, either in a row or standing alone, can leave your landscape looking organized and clean. Protect your plants from frost... Plants, of course, are vulnerable to many forces of nature. With the mercury heading down, frost is an obvious one. When the water inside a plant gets too cold, it will crystalize beyond saving. As fall progresses, be BERGENMAG.COM

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sure to check the weather daily to decide if your garden needs special overnight protection from the cold. “If you are expecting a cold night, cover your plants with sheets or a Harvest-Guard [brand] material,” says Dorsey. These coverings help keep your plants warm and moist during the cold snap. They act as a blanket to protect your foliage from frost—and smaller insects too. To use one, cut it to the size of the plant you want to protect and simply drape it over it. You may want to weigh it down if the wind or rain pick up. When covering seeds, you can lay the guard down flat, but be sure not to stretch it too thin. …and from deer. There are an estimated 125,000 deer in New Jersey, far more than there were just a few decades ago. “Deer will eat all kinds of foliage,” says Alan Sandberg, store manager at Victoria’s Nursery in Paramus. “There are lots of different liquid repellent products such as Deer Scram. You can also plant sage and lavender in your garden because they give off a scent that keeps deer away.” To apply Deer Scram, cover the ground around the plants liberally while the weather is warm. Sandberg recommends fencing off your garden to keep deer and other unwanted mammals out entirely. Prepare your soil. Before the weather becomes too cold, it is important to add a good layer of mulch to amend your soil—that is, to enrich it, making it easier for plants to get the nutrients they need. Dorsey recommends cow manure and a brand of grower’s mix called Bumper Crop to “improve your soil’s physical and chemical properties.” Sandberg also suggests planting ryegrass seeds over the mulch so the soil will not destabilize over time. Enjoy indoor plants year-round. Your outdoor garden needn’t be your only green-thumb effort—growing plants inside can add color and life to your home. Dorsey recommends house plants that have the added benefit of keeping the air clean. Plants such as peace lilies, dracaena, snake plants, spider plants, croton, pathos, and aglaonema can help remove unwanted toxins in your house, she says. “Not only do a lot of them help clean the air, but they also reduce your stress levels and boost your mood and concentration,” she adds. And Butler says a switch to an indoor environment can be a boon for tropical plants such as the hibiscus flower. “It is possible to extend their life even through the winter,” he explains, “when you put them inside.”

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America’s epidemic of school shootings has put administrators on alert and inspired new safety measures. But which of these steps are essential? Two Bergen experts weigh in. By Leslie Garisto Pfaff The last attack on a New Jersey school was in 1975, at St. James Elementary in Penns Grove, where a lone shooter injured a teacher and killed the principal. Thankfully, there has never been a school shooting in Bergen County. But that hasn’t stopped parents in the county—and throughout the state—from worrying that it could happen here. “It’s always at the back of my mind,” says Drew Deraney of Ho-Ho-Kus, who has a daughter in middle school and two sons at Northern Highlands High School. You can hardly blame him for his concern. Since 1966, reports Schools across the country are putting new safety measures in place to protect students and staff. In Harrington Park, for example, the district recently installed bulletproof doors at its elementary/middle school.

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{ SPECIAL REPORT } The Washington Post, there have been 167 shootings in the U.S. in which a lone gunman killed four or more people (not including gang shootings, robberies and domestic violence). It is a dark commentary on our times that this number actually may seem low. But bear in mind that a Wikipedia tally of U.S. shootings just at schools comes to 192 since Columbine in 1999, and there were three times as many of these in the period 2010 through May 7, 2019 as in the previous full decade. In response, politicians, law enforcement professionals, educators and concerned parents like Deraney have proposed a range of solutions to address the problem, from armed guards to bulletproof backpacks. We asked two school safety experts— Pat Kissane, executive director of the Fort Lee-based New Jersey Center for School Safety, and Jonathan Miller, president of the Bergen County Association of School Security Professionals— to weigh in on the most effective ways to keep our kids safe.

and a second door that opens directly into the school itself. A visitor has to be buzzed into the vestibule, where an employee checks identification and then allows—or denies—entry. ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO STAY ALERT—AND SPEAK UP. Essential: Kissane invokes the familiar slogan “If you see something, say something.” Staff should be aware of suspicious or worrisome behavior and promptly report that behavior to school security officials. Students can play a role as well. Often, in previous school shootings, it has come to light that there was what Miller calls “leakage” before the event—hints that the assailant was planning the attack or was deeply troubled, isolated, angry or alienated. If students feel comfortable, they should speak to a teacher, the principal or another school employee. In case they don’t, says Miller, there should be a tip

“Districts must have security cameras, and the ability for specific people to monitor them is essential, as are interior and exterior cameras, proper lighting and shrubbery landscaped to prevent a person from hiding in the shadows.” —Jonathan Miller, president, Bergen County Association of School Security Professionals While some solutions may be too costly to be adopted by every district, others can be implemented at minimal expense and are, in fact, essential to the safety of staff and students. HAVE A PLAN IN PLACE. Essential: Our experts agree that it’s critical that every school have a detailed security plan that includes not just what to do during an active shooting but also how to prevent one. “Every school should be doing a comprehensive school security assessment,” says Miller, who notes that the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office offers on-site security assessments. MAKE SURE THAT EVERY SCHOOL EMPLOYEE KNOWS THE PLAN. Essential: The best plan is useless if personnel aren’t sure how to put it into action. In a report issued earlier this year, a task force focused on improving security at Bergen County schools stressed that adherence to a plan should be “monitored and strictly enforced.” The report continued: “Failure to do so is tantamount to not having a safety policy and plan.” DENY INTRUDERS ACCESS. Essential: While some school attacks have come from within— from students already in the building—others occurred because shooters were able to gain entry into the school. “The building needs to be secure,” says Kissane. “Like any government building, it can’t be an open facility.” This one step is so important that the task force recommended it be the underlying principle of a school’s safety plan. “Districts must have security cameras, and the ability for specific people to monitor them is essential, as are interior and exterior cameras, proper lighting and shrubbery landscaped to prevent a person from hiding in the shadows,” says Miller. There should also be a limited number of entry points for students and staff, monitored by school employees, with a separate, monitored, entrance for visitors. Recommended: Even more desirable, if possible, is having just one entry point for students and staff. Costly but effective: If a school can afford it and is set up to allow its installation, says Miller, a “security vestibule” is one of the most effective ways of denying entry to visitors who shouldn’t be in the school. A security vestibule, also known as a dual-access door system, is a small room between the front door BERGENMAG.COM

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line in place, and parents and students should know about it. This October, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office rolled out an app called LiveSafe in all the county’s schools; the app can be used to report troubling behavior and to enable two-way communication between law enforcement and school personnel. Recommended: Miller encourages schools to implement social/ emotional learning programs that foster positive relationships with teachers and other students. He also recommends that schools invite a security specialist to address each class with an age-appropriate talk about what to look out for and what to do if there are concerns about other students. MAKE SURE EVERYONE UNDERSTANDS. Essential: Clear communication is critical, both within the school and between the school and law enforcement. “If you do need to call a lockdown,” Kissane says, “the quicker you can get people behind locked doors, the more time it buys for law enforcement.” To that end, the task force notes that all school employees should know the difference between “lockdown” (initiated when there’s a threat within the school) and “shelter in place” (when the danger is outside the school). Schools should use simple language to announce the event, rather than coded expressions like “code red.” Through LiveSafe or some other means, there should always be a way to communicate between the school and law enforcement, and there should be a plan in place to alert parents to a potential safety breach. In addition, doors and classrooms should be labeled alphanumerically and in sensible order (a classroom might be identified with the prefix “C,” an exterior door with the prefix “D”) as an aid to security personnel and first responders. Since February 2019, all schools in the state have been required to have at least one silent “panic alarm” to alert law enforcement to potential danger. INVEST IN BETTER DOORS AND WINDOWS. Essential: According to the task force, “the most important safety features in a school are locked doors and shaded windows,” which together deny physical and visual access. Easily lockable classroom doors are essential, as is a means of quickly covering exterior and door windows.

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{ SPECIAL REPORT } personnel who, by law, can only work part time, defined as no Recommended: If possible, doors should be solid core, more than 35 hours a week during the school year. A typical without windows. Codes in some municipalities still require SLEO III salary is about $30,000 a year. windowed doors in school buildings; if so, the task force Another low-cost option would be to hire a private security recommends they be narrow so as not to allow a complete view guard. Private guards are sometimes, but not always, retired of the interior. An inexpensive solution is window film, which is police officers; if they are, they are licensed to carry a gun but simple to install and renders the room invisible when lights are must obtain permission from the school board or superintendent switched off. to bring the gun into a school. Private guards may not have Costly but effective: If a district can afford it, Miller any special training to work in a school. Still, any guard can recommends a system such as HAVEN Lock (marketed by a be a reassuring presence, as it is for Kate Barricella. Her three Nashville-based company of the same name), in which interior children attend the Ridge Ranch School in Paramus, where a and exterior doors can be locked instantly via a key fob; in uniformed guard is stationed at the door. School safety, she says, a lockdown, the system can deny access to the building by is definitely a concern but not something that’s constantly on her everyone except previously authorized personnel, such as mind. “I think the school has things in place that are security guards and first responders. pretty good,” she says, “so it makes me feel Untested: This year, Harrington Park comfortable.” changed out all 50 traditional classroom Though all three guard types can doors in its elementary/middle school provide security and, by virtue of for bulletproof versions, at a cost their presence alone, may deter of $125,000. The move was intruders, the New Jersey designed to frustrate an School Boards Association attack and put students’ has endorsed the SRO minds at ease so that as the preferred model they could focus on for school safety. learning rather than Kissane adds that potential danger. The New Jersey Unfortunately, not Center for School all school districts Safety “would can afford the encourage any doors, which law-enforcement are constructed officer working of two sheets in a school of galvanized building to steel follow the reinforced community with steel policing model bars. Miller of the SRO acknowledges program.” this, noting that “we can SHOULD WE get better locks —Pat Kissane, BULLETPROOF and good doors, STUDENTS? and there hasn’t executive director, New Jersey Untested: been any history After a trio of of a door, when Center for School Safety mass shootings locked properly, in late summer, being breached sales of bulletproof in any of these backpacks tripled. situations.” Will they keep kids safe? We don’t know CONSIDER because they’ve never been SECURITY a factor in a school attack. FOR HIRE. Miller notes that “nothing is Costly but could be effective: bulletproof, though it may be School districts in Bergen bullet-resistant, but when you’re County and around the country dealing with an assault rifle, even police are increasingly looking to hire armed body armor isn’t going to stop that.” Neither guards to patrol school hallways and man Miller nor Kissane is willing to dismiss the use of visitor entryways. But guards must be paid. Schools bulletproof backpacks if they assuage the worries of parents and willing to pay in the neighborhood of $100,000 for salary and students. But Kissane worries that sending a child to school with benefits can hire a school resource officer (SRO), a municipal a bulletproof pack may actually increase his or her anxiety. police officer assigned to a school and specially trained to work That’s a line we’ll always be walking when it comes to school in an educational environment. SROs, says Kissane, follow a safety: ensuring that students are protected without frightening community policing model, which means their goal is to create them or turning schools into armed camps. “You’ve got to find close relationships with those in the community—in this case, a balance between the two,” says Miller. “You need to ensure the school. that the school is as secure as possible but provides a warm and A less costly approach is to hire a class III special law nurturing environment. It’s a fine, fine balance.” enforcement officer (SLEO III). These are retired law-enforcement

“If you do need to call a lockdown, the quicker you can get people behind locked doors, the more time it buys for law enforcement.”

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These bewitching destinations are so frightfully perfect for the season it’s downright spooky! By Gianna Barone

Here at BERGEN we love a good getaway. And while a relaxing spa weekend or some R&R by the sea may be fine for the rest of the year, October calls for something a little scarier. So we’ve found some frightening destinations that have it all—ghosts, witches, zombies and even some ominous ravens floating around. For an unforgettable Halloween-time junket, set your GPS—or grab an old-fashioned map.

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Have a wicked good time this Halloween when you drive up to Salem, fabled as home and burial ground to 17th-century witches. Bask in all of the black magic of this town, which has lovingly been dubbed “Witch City” over time due to its mystical roots. Venture out in the evening for a “Bewitched After Dark” historical walking tour, which guides you through a dozen of Salem’s historically haunted locations. Daytime scares can be found on a tour of The Witch House, the former home to a judge who presided over the 1692 witchcraft trials and the last remaining structure in Salem that is directly linked to the hysteria. Plan a night here on Oct. 19 to hear “Tales from The Witch House”—tour guides share their scariest Salem stories in the home’s dark chamber. Sit down for a spell and enjoy some New England clam chowder and a brew of your own at Turner’s Seafood, reportedly home to the ghost of one of Salem’s first accused witches. Check out bewitchedafterdark.com for tour ticket info.

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That’s right—one of your favorite beach destinations along the Jersey Shore is also home to some of the most notorious haunted houses in the country. Hop on the “Ghosts of Cape May” trolley tour run by Cape May MAC (that’s the MidAtlantic Center for the Arts and Humanities) with your guide, psychic medium Craig McManus, and find out why legend says this Victorian-era vacation spot is riddled with spirits. For an even spookier experience, opt for the “Graveyards, Ghosts & Mansions” tour, which pays a visit to nearby Cold Spring Presbyterian Cemetery and the 1800s-era Emlen Physick Estate, where the ghosts of Dr. Emlen Physick and his family are said to haunt the hallways. After a long day, retire to your quarters and grab a bite (and maybe another kind of spirit) at Elaine’s, a haunted bed and breakfast. If you book a spot on its annual “Ghost Hunter Weekend,” your stay also includes a private reading from an in-house psychic, a walking ghost tour around town, dinnertheater performances and guided exploration of the estate with real paranormal-detecting tools. Visit capemaymac.org for tour tickets.

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Nevermore will you look at Baltimore the same after an eerie weekend in the city that is famously linked with the raven-loving 19th-century horror author Edgar Allan Poe. Kick off your gothic getaway in “Poe-tober” with a tour of the Westminster Hall and Burying Grounds, a former church and graveyard where Poe, his wife, his brother, his grandfather and his mother-in-law are interred. While early October travelers to the site can find themselves in the midst of the International Poe Festival, an annual weekend dedicated to Poe lovers, a trip on Halloween night calls for an extra-immersive experience—a tour of the catacombs and an ultra-dramatic reading of Poe’s most chilling work, The Tell-Tale Heart. A morning venture to the Enoch Pratt Free Library also provides an inside look at Poe’s works; familial letters and even a piece of his coffin reside here. Baltimore is also home to a host of nightly ghost tours that invite visitors to ponder the mysterious death of this critic nicknamed the Tomahawk Man for his savage assessments of others’ writing. Top off your trip with a stop at The Horse You Came In On Saloon, where it is believed that Poe had his last drink. Check out baltimore.org for ticket info.

Don’t lose your head amid the spooky fun on a trip to this small Westchester County village. Home to the legendary Headless Horseman from Washington Irving’s tale The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, the town is both historic and haunted. Brave visitors can trek out to the Philipsburg Manor on designated nights in October for Horseman’s Hollow, an event in which ghosts, undead townspeople and witches plague the grounds of the hollow and escape the clutches of the Headless Horseman, who ruthlessly stalks the hollow in search of his severed cranium. Visitors also can check out the Old Dutch Church to hear Irving’s tale recited aloud with as much gusto and terror as one could ask for in a ghost story. When you’re not being chased by ghouls, stop by the Bridge View Tavern in town for traditional pub food and a locally sourced craft beer. For ticket info, visit hudsonvalley.org.

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Walking Dead fans, look no further: Six Flags Great Adventure’s annual Fright Fest is back in all its undead glory. A fan-favorite event among amusement park junkies and zombie lovers alike, Fright Fest is a Halloween-themed spin on New Jersey’s prized amusement park. Complete with designated “scare zones” and haunted mazes like “Blood Shed” and “CarnEvil,” this year’s festival is sure to pack maximum thrills. New hot spots for 2019 include the postapocalyptic “Aftermath” maze, where unfortunate parkgoers must run for their lives from disease-infected zombies, as well as a few surprise attractions that will be unveiled on opening night. Dine on American fare or Asian cuisine in the park. For a less scary attraction, check out the “Blood Drums” show, in which percussionists use pyrotechnics for one horrifyingly incredible concert. For tickets and packages, go to sixflags.com.

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You won’t miss the gluten or the sugar in these delicious yet better-for-you vegan loaf desserts.

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“NOTELLA”-FILLED BANANA BREAD Yields: 1 loaf (8 generous slices)

INGREDIENTS

n4 very ripe large bananas, peeled n 1 cup buckwheat flour n 1 cup ground almonds n 7 Tbs. pure maple syrup n 2 Tbs. chia seeds n 2 Tbs. ground cinnamon n 1 cup pecans n 3 Tbs. cacao nibs (or small chunks of raw dark chocolate) n 1 medium jar chocolatehazelnut spread

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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 6-by-4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Mash the bananas in a mixing bowl. Add the buckwheat flour, ground almonds, maple syrup, chia seeds and cinnamon and stir together well. Process the pecans in a food processor for about 30 seconds, or until they have the texture of coarse flour, then add to the bowl with the banana mixture. Add the cacao nibs (or chocolate chunks) and give it all another good stir. Spoon half the banana mixture into the lined loaf pan and smooth the top with the spoon. Cover with a layer of chocolate-hazelnut spread, again smoothing it out to make it even. Spoon the remaining banana mixture on top and smooth it out once more. Bake for an hour, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If there is chocolate on the skewer, don’t worry, as the filling is meant to be slightly gooey. As long as the banana loaf mixture is cooked, that’s fine. Let the loaf cool, then slice. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days or freeze for up to two months.

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Though buckwheat is naturally gluten-free, you can substitute the buckwheat flour for certified GF oat flour or, to be grain-free, simply substitute with sorghum flour. The chia seeds can be swapped out for flaxseeds too. ” —Dawn Pascale, owner, Om Sweet Home Specialty Bakery, Cliffside Park

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LEMON FOR SHIZZLE MY DRIZZLE CAKE Yields: 1 loaf (8 generous slices)

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

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Process the oats in a food processor or high-speed blender for about 30 seconds, or until they form a flour. Mix with the ground almonds, coconut sugar and chia seeds in a mixing bowl.

cup gluten-free rolled oats 1 1½ cups ground almonds ½ cup coconut sugar 2 Tbs. chia seeds 1 cup almond milk ½ cup coconut oil, melted 1 lemon, juice and finely grated zest n 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract n ½ cup poppy seeds FOR THE DRIZZLE n 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice n 1 Tbs. pure maple syrup n 1 Tbs. coconut milk

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 6-by-4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

Stir in the almond milk, melted coconut oil, lemon zest and juice and vanilla until well combined, then stir in the poppy seeds. Spoon the mixture evenly into the lined loaf pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden on top and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool before you make the drizzle. TO MAKE THE DRIZZLE When the cake is cool, stir all the drizzle ingredients together in a mixing bowl until smooth, then drizzle over the top of the cake. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to two months.

Instead of putting oats in the food processor, use oat flour as a substitute; when the oats are in the food processor, they will heat up and it will change the flavor and moisture content. I would also suggest soaking the chia seeds in milk for 20 minutes before adding them to the rest of the ingredients. Doing so will expand them and give them a gelatinous texture that mimics eggs in a vegan recipe.”

—Orly Gottesman, founder, Blends by Orly gluten-free flour, Englewood

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PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN LOAF Yields: 1 loaf (8 generous slices)

INGREDIENTS

cup almond milk ¾ 1 Tbs. apple cider vinegar 1½ cups ground almonds 1 flaxseed “egg” ½ cup cashew butter ½ cup coconut oil, melted ½ cup plus 2 Tbs. pure maple syrup n 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract n ½ pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 2 or 3 thin rings n n n n n n n

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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 6-by-4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. To make the flaxseed “egg,” mix 1 Tbs. ground flaxseeds with 3 Tbs. water and let sit for 10 minutes, or until you have a gloopy mixture.

To add depth, roast the whole almonds before pulsing to a grind. For added creaminess, sub in cashew milk or full-fat coconut milk for the almond milk.”

—Dawn Pascale, owner, Om Sweet Home Specialty Bakery, Cliffside Park

Combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar in a mixing bowl and set aside. In another mixing bowl, mix the ground almonds with the flaxseed “egg,” then stir in the cashew butter, melted coconut oil, ½ cup of the maple syrup and the vanilla until well combined. Pour the remaining 2 Tbs. maple syrup over the bottom of the prepared loaf pan, place the pineapple rings over the syrup, then pour in the cake batter. Bake for 50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan, then place a plate over the loaf pan and, holding them both together, flip the pan so the cake sits on the plate, with the pineapple on top. Store in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to two months.

All recipes and photos are reprinted with permission from Vegan Treats: Easy Vegan Bites & Bakes by Emma Hollingsworth. Photos by Jen Rich © Kyle Books.

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Saddle River Day School is a coed, college-prep day school enrolling approximately 320 students in PreK-12. A low student-teacher ratio provides personal attention in a rigorous academic setting and allows students the opportunity to engage in learning outside of the classroom through innovative activities like robotics, TEDx and career/entrepreneurial exploration. The school boasts state-of-the-art facilities including a Makerspace lab and fully equipped graphic arts center, and has an award-winning performing/visual arts program and an outstanding athletics program. Graduates are prepared for college and are coveted by some of the nation’s most selective colleges, including Boston College, Colgate, Michigan, NYU and UPenn. SADDLERIVERDAY.ORG

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The Village School offers Montessori education for children from 18 months through Middle School. We provide a challenging academic curriculum in well-prepared environments that enable children to develop to their fullest potential. Our mission is to foster development of self-motivated, creative individuals and to nurture a love and appreciation for learning. We are accredited by The American Montessori Society, The Middle States Association of Colleges & Schools, and The New Jersey Association of Independent Schools. 100 W. PROSPECT ST., WALDWICK, NJ 07463 201.445.6160 | THEVILLAGESCHOOL.NET

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No offense to tofu, but here’s a protein-rich, soy-based meat substitute with a bit more pizzazz. Tempeh (TEM-pay) is a cake-like food made from soaked, hulled and fermented whole soybeans that bind together overnight to create a firm yet chewy mouthfeel. It originated on the island of Java in Indonesia long ago—records show that its benefits were known as early as the 16th century. Since then, this highly nutritious food has gained popularity around the globe as a protein source in vegan and vegetarian diets. It’s versatile too—it can be prepared in several different ways for delicious results. POWER UP The health wallop packed by soy products stems primarily from their high protein and vitamin content, and tempeh is no exception. It’s loaded with varied nutrients and low in cholesterol. As noted in the World Journal of Dairy & Food Sciences, studies have suggested that tempeh may help lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis and digestive disorders. One 100-gram serving contains 20 grams of protein, 12 grams of fat, eight grams of carbohydrates and 195 calories. (And yes, tempeh’s blander cousin tofu has similar benefits with even fewer calories. But what do you want to eat? Tofu is good for you, but so is going to bed at 9 p.m. With tempeh, you can be good but still walk on the wilder side.) Another plus? Tempeh is also easier to digest than other soy products because the complex proteins in soy are broken down during the fermentation process.

flavor of tempeh can sometimes get lost when it is shipped or stored. That’s why preparing it properly is important for the full experience. If the tempeh from the package is too tough, steaming it is a great way to soften it. To do this, place sliced tempeh in a saucepan and cover it with either water or vegetable oil. After bringing the liquid to a boil, lower the flame and let everything simmer for 10 minutes. Afterwards the choice of marinating, grilling or baking is up to you. Tempeh by itself can be bitter at first taste (the longer it’s cultured, the stronger the flavor) but one of countless sauces and marinades can help fix that deliciously. This nutritious food can be served whole, used in soups or employed as a substitute for bread in sandwiches. Or it can be crumbled into sauces and stew. Keep in mind that tempeh may take on some of the flavor of what it is prepared with, leaving lots of room for creativity. —John McCarthy

BUY/STORE/SERVE We won’t kid you: Making tempeh from scratch is difficult, requiring two to three days of 95-degree heat to allow the fermentation process to occur. (But if you do make it, you can experiment with other kinds of beans instead of soybeans.) Most Americans buy pre-made tempeh at local health-food stores or at a growing number of mainstream supermarkets. Always refrigerate tempeh before and after opening the package. Tightly wrap the partially used product in its package, and store in the back of the fridge. Tempeh can usually be stored for months, but please heed the expiration date. The firm, chewy texture and slight nutty, almost mushroomy

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APPLE CIDER AUTUMN SANGRIA INGREDIENTS

FOR THE PITCHER: ■ 2 cinnamon sticks, plus more for serving ■ 2 medium apples, thinly sliced ■ 1 medium pear, thinly sliced ■ 1 medium orange, thinly sliced ■ ²⁄³ cup pomegranate seeds ■ 1 (750 ml) bottle white wine ■ 2 cups apple cider ■ ½ cup brandy ■ ¼ cup orange juice ■ 2 Tbs. lemon juice ■ club soda, for serving

Nothing says fall quite like apple cider. This sangria is elevated from a typical spiked cider with the addition of cinnamon, orange and pomegranate. If you want even more spice, add in some clove, nutmeg and star anise.”

INSTRUCTIONS

■ Place the cinnamon sticks and fruit into a large pitcher. Add wine, apple cider, brandy, orange juice and lemon juice. Allow to sit in the refrigerator for 3–24 hours (6–8 hours is best). ■ Pour the sangria and fruit into glasses. Add a splash of club soda. Garnish with cinnamon stick, if desired.

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Gatherings Whether it’s at a charity gala or volunteering event, Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors.

2 FAMILY PROMISE Family Promise, a Ridgewood-based nonprofit organization, was awarded a $10,000 grant from the Columbia Bank Foundation for their New Leaf Apartment program. The program allows families to live in one of four apartments while counseling and advising them on how to work on their personal and professional goals. Family Promise’s overall mission is to break the cycle of homelessness in Bergen County. 2 From left to right: Minoska Mateo of Columbia Bank Foundation and Kate Duggan, executive director of Family Promise of Bergen County

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Students from Dwight Morrow High School in Englewood were visited by 2representatives from LG Electronics’ “Life’s Good: Experience Happiness” program for the second year in a row. Participants visited six interactive stations where LG employees provided tips and education on how the teens and parents can manage and reduce stress. 1 Dwight Morrow students pose with new Principal Benjamin Suro at the “Life’s Good: Experience Happiness” pop-up presented by LG Electronics.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR MODERATE-TO-SEVERE ATOPIC DERMATITIS AND A POTENTIAL TREATMENT OPTION Attend a FREE educational event! When: Tuesday, October 29, 2019

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Pearl Restaurant Italian American Nouvelle Cuisine

Our restaurant is as unique as the pearl… Pearl creates a new menu each day using protein and produce from local farms and markets. Nonna Carmela from Sicily makes fresh pasta daily (gnocchi, Cavatelli, etc.).

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From festivals and fundraisers to concerts and competitions, there’s something for everyone this month in Bergen County. OCT 3 Join the staff and other readers of BERGEN magazine at our intimate BERGEN WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE, held at the Edgewood Country Club in River Vale. During this three-hour event (the festivities begin at 6 p.m.), we’ll be celebrating (and sampling) all the best food, spirits and craft beers from the county’s top chefs and restaurants. Bergen Wine & Food Experience also will be educational, providing participants an opportunity to learn about wine and fine dining, as well as demonstrations. General admission is $65 while at-the-door admission is $75. You must be 21+ to enter. Get your tickets at bergenmag.com.

OCT 4 Come to The Old Stone Music & Coffee House in Franklin Lakes for drinks, live music, dessert and good times. The Crosby, Stills & Nash-esque rockband TIMEPEACE will be performing classic songs from the ’60s to the ’80s live on stage. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and there is a cover charge of $10 per person. Check out theoldstone.net for more info.

OCT 4–5 A famous Chucky actor is coming to our hood—just in time for the spookiest season of the year. Join Alex Vincent of Child’s Play at opening weekend of the 2019 HAUNTED ORCHARDS AT DEMAREST FARMS in Hillsdale. On both days from 6-10 p.m., take a haunted hayride into the orchard and find ghouls and creatures lurking at every turn. A meet-and-greet with Vincent and your choice of an autograph or photograph is included in the $25 online ticket price ($30 at the door). Go to hauntedorchardsfarm.com to buy yours.

OCT 5 Runners of all ages and experience levels are welcome at the NORWOOD FAST & FLAT 5K. The course is flat (but the run is fast, hence its name) with stretching stations and water stops at miles 2 and 3. Check-in starts at 8 a.m.; the race starts at 9:30 a.m. Following the race will be a kids fun run (one lap around Kennedy Field) and an awards ceremony. Standard registration is $25 while registration on site will be $35. Proceeds will go toward Norwood Fire Department, Norwood Emergency Medical Services, Norwood Library, Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation and other charities. Sign up at runsignup.com.

OCT 6 Give back to a good cause and get some exercise at the American Heart Association’s BERGENPASSAIC HEART WALK. The walk, which is 3 miles through the Express Scripts’ campus in Franklin Lakes, aims to help save the lives of those with heart disease. Registration opens at 9 a.m., and the walk will begin at 10:15 a.m. The event is open to all ages and FREE. Visit www2.heart.org to form a team or to make a donation.

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OCT 11 You’ll get a little bit of everything with a ticket into the 26th annual SAINT THOMAS LYNDHURST TRICKY TRAY at The San Carlo in Lyndhurst. From 6:30-10:30 p.m., there will be a four-course, sit-down dinner, a cash bar, as well as raffles and prizes that include everything from designer bags to an Apple watch. Entry is $50 per person, and admission price comes with one sheet of level one raffle tickets. Sign up at eventbrite.com.

October 5 NORWOOD FAST & FLAT 5K

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OCT 12 Is it even October if you don’t celebrate Oktoberfest? Of course not, so stop on by THE CRAFT SHOW AT OKTOBERFEST at the Demarest Duck Pond for a day of fun. More than 75 vendors will be selling their handmade crafts. There will also be German food, music and craft beer to add to the authentic festival feel. Visitors can take a ride around the duck pond for a picturesque view of the area. All proceeds go to the Demarest Nature Center. Check out demarestnaturecenter.org/ oktoberfest for pricing and more details.

OCT 17 If you are interested in learning more about natural medicinal products and how to make them, the HOLISTIC MOMS NETWORK OF BERGEN COUNTY is hosting an interactive meeting on elderberry syrup and gummies. Located at the Fair Lawn library on Level D, the event aims to teach participants about the benefit of medicinal elderberry products and guide them on how to make their own syrup and gummies. The event is two hours long beginning at 10:15 a.m. Registration is FREE of charge at the library’s front desk.

OCT 20 The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) continues to pursue its goal of lowering the rate of suicide to 20 percent by 2025 with their OUT OF THE DARKNESS BERGEN COUNTY WALK. The event at Saddle River County Park in Saddle Brook includes pre-walk activities beginning a 10 a.m. including individual buttons and honor beads for those who have lost loved ones to suicide or are struggling themselves. All proceeds go toward AFSP to invest in new research and support survivors of suicide loss. For information about pricing, contact saddlebrookwalk@gmail.com.

OCT 23 Indulge in a variety of cuisines and spirits at The Community Chest’s first FALL FEST. Enjoy catering from local restaurants and businesses at the event, which takes place from 6:30–9:30 p.m. at Englewood Field Club. Tickets for ages 21-30 are $40 and $100 for general admission: All funds raised go toward local agencies that help people in need. Visit eventbrite.com and search “fall fest for community chest” to buy your tickets.

OCT 23 Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Little Women close to home at the LOUISA MAY ALCOTT event at Mahwah Public Library. Irene Curran, a retired teacher from Monroe Township, will speak about Louisa May Alcott as an author, woman and trailblazer as it pertains to her most famous work. The event begins at 7 p.m. and is FREE, and seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. Go to mahwahlibrary.org for more.

October 25 KATHY NAJIMY AT BERGENPAC

OCT 25 If you’re watching Hocus Pocus on repeat this time of year, then you’ll want to watch it with one of the Sanderson sisters herself. KATHY NAJIMY will be at BergenPac in Englewood for a live discussion and Q&A before a screening of the classic Halloween film in which she stars. And you’ll want to dress to impress, as Mary Sanderson herself will judge a costume contest. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and tickets range in price from $29 to $99 (for VIP) at bergenpac.org.

OCT 27 Spend an October afternoon showing your support for those who’ve been affected by breast cancer at Englewood Health’s 2019 WALK FOR AWARENESS held at the Englewood Field Club. Registration and activities begin at 11 a.m., followed by a 12:30 warmup and the walk at 1 p.m. WABC journalist Nina Pineda is the honorary chair and will be in attendance. Go to englewoodhospitalfoundation.org to learn more and to sign up and/or donate. BERGENMAG.COM

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OCT 31 If you’re looking for a way to occupy your toddler on Halloween, bring him or her to the BOO-TASTIC STORYTIME AND PARADE at the Glen Rock Public Library from 10-11 a.m. Dress your little one in costume for a spooktacular story, followed by a fun community parade. Recommended for walking toddlers up until age 5. Find out more at glenrocklibrary.org.

Send event listings to: BERGEN, 1 Maynard Dr., Park Ridge, NJ 07656; or email us at editor@wainscotmedia.com. Listings must be received two months before the event and must include a phone number or website that will be published. Share events online by clicking the “Submit an Event” link below the Community Calendar at bergenmag.com.

Kathy Najimy:kathynajimy.com

Known for their catchy doo-wop style, THE DUPREES are back by popular demand for another performance at Bergen Community College in Paramus. The group will be performing its hit songs including “You Belong to Me,” “Have You Heard” and “Why Don’t You Believe Me” at Anna Maria Ciccone Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $45 and can be purchased at tickets.bergen.edu.

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