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    Vol. 7 No. 3 www.thehackettstownnews.com March 2015

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    The Pequest Trout Hatchery Open House set for

    March 28 and 29-open free of charge to the public-

    will include a burger and fries fundraiser for Boy

    Scout Troop 158, which serves the Hackettstown area.Activities for kids and adults will include archery and

    shotgun ranges, trout fishing, fish and wildlife exhibits, fly

    tying demonstrations, hatchery tours, kids' crafts, wildlife

    artists, and a sportsmen's flea market.

    During the open house from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sat.,

    March 28 and Sun. March 29, Boy Scout Troop 158 will run

    its annual hamburger stand, which serves as the troop’s pri-

    mary fundraiser each year.

    “We work really hard at our troop’s hamburger stand at

    Pequest so that we can raise enough money to camp

    throughout the year and take part in service and leadership

    projects,” said 15-year-old Star Scout and Troop 158 SeniorPatrol Leader Matthew Coradeschi.

    “If you buy lunch from our stand on Saturday or Sunday,

    you’ll enjoy a great burger and fresh-cut french fries, while

    helping to support scouting in the Hackettstown area.”

    For more information about the Pequest Open House,

    visit nj.gov/dep/fgw/peqoh.htm.

    Boy Scout Troop 158 has served the Hackettstown area

    since 1960, and includes approximately 30 boys from

    Hackettstown, Great Meadows, and Allamuchy school dis-

    tricts. Troop meetings are held at the First Presbyterian

    Pequest Open House Includes Hackettstown Troop Fundraiser 

    Church Chapel in Hackettstown on Mondays from 7 p.m.-

    8:30 p.m. The troop is active year-round, including 12

    months of camping, as well as service projects and other

    activities. All boys ages 11 through 17 are welcome to join

    or visit a troop meeting at any time. For more information,

    visit bsatroop158.org.

    The Trinity Church Lord’s Pantry in Hackettstown is

    the second largest food distribution program inWarren country. Like many pantries it has seen the

    need for food assistance grow significantly in the past six

    years. In 2008 it served 5,000 people. In 2015, that num-

    ber was 14,820! Yet the pantry has never had a major prob-

    lem meeting the growing demand because if its many

    “Pantry Partners.”

    In the past two years that partner list has grown to be 73

    local businesses and organizations who help the pantry

    serve the many families who are food insecure. This list

    includes small retail businesses like Bests Fruit Farm,

    Donaldson’s Farms and Sasco Insurance, to corporate stores

    like Target, Starbucks, Lowes and Kohl’s. In addition,community organizations such as the Rotary, Elks, and

    local Boy and Girl Scout organizations are also partners.

    Some donate food, others financial assistance. Some hold

    community food drives and others send volunteers to serve.

    To say thank you, Trinity Church recently hosted a

    reception, presented certificates of appreciation, and then

    publicly recognized representatives of the organizations.

    About 40 guests attended the worship service where the

    congregation welcomed them and responded with a stand-

    ing ovation in gratitude for all of the help given.

    The Trinity Lord’s Pantry is open Mon. through Thurs.,

    9 a.m. noon. Persons in need of food assistance can simplywalk in and food will be given. The ministry is served by a

     Recognized at Trinity’s Pantry Partner worship service were, left 

    to right, Bob Humner of Hackettstown Elks, John Kruk of theWarren County Board of Realtors and Mike Giaquinto of 

     Hackettstown Crossfit.

    Trinity Church Recognizes Its Many Pantry Partners

    volunteer team of about 30 Trinity parishioners, who work

    by helping guests, driving to pick up food, stocking shelves,

    sending thank you notes and in many other ways., The

    team is led by a coordinating committee consisting of 

    Sandy Pattky, Kellie Pennington, Lorraine Edwards and

    Cheryl Jones.

    For more information about the pantry, call the main

    Trinity Church number at 908-852-3020. For a complete

    list of all Pantry Partners recently recognized, go to the

    church web site at www.catchthespirit.org.

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    Page 2, March 2015, Tell Them You Saw It In The Hackettstown News • Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline

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    The Allamuchy Township

    Volunteer Fire Department has

    planned its annual Breakfast with

    the Easter Bunny, Sat. March 28, from 8

    a.m. until 11 a.m. The cost for the break-

    fast is $8 per adult; Seniors and children

    under 13 is $5. Kids under five eat

    free. The Easter Bunny will

    be available throughout the

    breakfast for kids to take

    pictures. Come on down to the

    Allamuchy Firehouse for a delicious warm

    breakfast. Breakfast includes eggs,

    pancakes, French toast, bacon,

    sausage, potatoes, our famous SOS &

    biscuits, cereal, OJ and coffee.

    Donate to Ecumenical

    Church: please bring your

    canned and boxed

    foods to the

    breakfast to

    be donated.

    B

    ernadette Johansson

    has garnered the title

    of Mrs. Allamuchy

    2015 and will go on to com-

    pete at the Mrs. New Jersey

    Pageant in May, where she

    will join married women

    from across NJ to promote

    her personal platform,

    fundraise for charities, and

    compete for awards and the

    title for Mrs. America.

    Bernadette is represent-

    ing Allamuchy in Warren

    County, where she is happi-

    ly married to her husband,

    Carl, and is a resident of 

    Panther Valley. An advocate

    for organ donation,

    Bernadette is the Founder

    and CEO of The Donor

    Network, a social network-

    ing site dedicated to con-

    necting those who have been

    involved in organ donation,

    or who wish to be a living

    donor. Bernadette is a

    licensed insurance producer

    in NJ, New York,

    Connecticut, and Illinois

    and is an account vice presi-

    dent at Brown & Brown

    Insurance. She has studied

    behavioral psychology as

    well as obtaining licenses

    and certifications as a med-

    ical Assistant, phlebotomist,

    EKG technician, and emer-

    gency medical technician.

    Those interested in spon-

    soring Bernadette Johansson

    - Mrs. Allamuchy, attending

    the state pageant to support

    her in person, or who would

    like more information about

    the pageant should contact

    the state pageant office by

    calling, or by visiting the

    pageant's official website at

    www.mrsnjamerica.com.

    Mrs. Allamuchy Vies To BeMrs. New Jersey America 2015 

    Breakfast With Easter Bunny 

    H

    illtop Fire Co. #2 in Netcong plans

    to hold it's annual Fish-N-Chips

    dinner on March 27, from 4:30 p.m.

    until 7:30 p.m. Cost is $13 and includes

    two pieces of hand battered Cod,

    French fries, homemade coleslaw,

    dessert and beverage. Take out is available

    as well as eat in.

    Fish N Chips

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    Early detection of breast cancer is one

    of the best ways to survive breast

    cancer of any kind. Barbells for

    Boobs out of California is a Charity thatprovided mammograms for men and

    women who can’t pay for it themselves.

    “Early detection is key, and that is why we

    partner with Barbell for Boobs every year.”

    Says Benjamin Krymis owner of Box

    Fitness powered by Hackettstown and

    Chester CrossFit.

    This is Box Fitness number one fundrais-

    er of the year. As well as provide fitness

    classes Box Fitness and its members are

    very active with charities, both local and

    national. Last year over 8,000 dollars wasraised at this event, which equals over 90

    mammograms for men and women through-

    out the country. This is done a few ways.

    1. You can go to BoxFitnessUSA.com

    and click on the “Donate Now” tab 2. You

    can go to the same site and join our team.

    Once you do that you become your ownfundraiser, you may be surprised at how

    much money you can raise for a great cause.

    3. Come join the fun on March 21, at 8 am.

    You can help to volunteer or you can do the

    workout Amazing Grace with us. All levels

    are welcome since all of the classes are uni-

    versally scalable. Make sure to wear pink!

    Donations will also be collected on the

    day of. For details please call us at 908-

    979-8979 or email info@boxfitness

    usa.com. The event will be at Chester

    CrossFit 53 W Main St. (in the Rite Aid andChester Meat Market Plaza) on Sat., March

    21st starting at 8 am.

    Local Gym Provides Over90 Mammograms to People in Need 

    The Fred S. Burroughs North Jersey

    Chapter, Trout Unlimited (FSBNJ)

    plans to hold its Annual Fund

    Raising Banquet on March 21, 6 p.m., at

    Perona Farms in Andover. TroutUnlimited’s goal is to protect, conserve,

    and restore our State’s cold water fisheries.

    Trout Unlimited is a non-profit organi-

    zation and the banquet is its only major

    fundraiser. This year it is taking on a major

    project to enhance and restore the Sparta

    Glen, located in the bucolic setting of 

    Sparta, Sussex County. All fundraising

    efforts will go towards this project. We are

    relying on the Annual Fundraising Banquet

    to help us reach the goal of raising $75,000

    in 2015.

    Tickets are $60 per person and include

    buffet dinner, open bar, 50/50, prizes and

    more. Reservations can be made online athttp://www.nnjtu.org; or call Sue Reed at

    (908) 850-8773 or [email protected].

    FSBNJ supports Trout in the Classroom,

    hosts a seven week fly tying program at the

    Jefferson Township Recreation

    Department, supports women's and chil-

    dren’s Fly-Fishing classes and events, part-

    ners with the Musconetcong Home Water’s

    Initiative to improve the Musconetcong

    Watershed.

     Annual Fundraising Banquet ToRestore Fisheries

    New Jersey Blood Services, a divi-

    sion of New York Blood Center,

    which supplies blood products and

    services to 60 hospitals throughout the state,

    is in need of volunteers at blood drives. The

    blood service volunteer is an integral mem-

    ber of the collection team whose task it is

    assist donors with registration, escorting

    and canteen duties, and to watch for post

    donation reactions. Volunteers should have

    the ability to relate to the public, be able to

    perform different jobs as needed and have

    the willingness to follow the rules. For addi-

    tional information contact, Manager of 

    Community Relations, R. Jan Zepka at 732-

    616-8741 [email protected].

    Volunteers Needed 

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    Messian in the Passover, a vivid

    and exciting demonstration

    showing how Jesus fulfilled the

    ancient feast of Passover, is set for Thur.,

    April 2, 6 p.m., at The Drakestown United

    Methodist Church, Hackettstown.

    Messiah in the Passover will be con-

    ducted by Chosen People Ministries, an

    over one hundred-year-old mission that

    was founded in 1894 by Leopold Cohn, a

    Hungarian rabbi who came to believe that

    Jesus is the Messiah promised in the

    Hebrew Scriptures. From humble begin-

    nings in Brooklyn, New York, Chosen

    People Ministries has grown into a world-

    wide ministry to “the Jew first and to the

    Gentile.”

    Messiah in the Passover begins with the

    traditional Passover Seder table – complete

    with all the articles of this important

    Jewish celebration. The speaker will

    explain the symbolic meanings of the vari-

    ous items of the Passover feast and high-

    light their relationship to the Last Supper

    that Messiah celebrated with the

    disciples, giving special emphasis on Project Graduation 2015 Spring Used

    Clothing Collection is set for Sat.,

    May 2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the

    WMCHS Gravel Lot.

    Wanted is used clothing, shoes, clothing

    accessories, and household items, such as

    towels, bedding, and curtains. Items shouldbe clean and in plastic bags. Do not leave

    items at any other time as we will not have

    any way to take care of them or have them

    removed if you do.

    Items that cannot be collected include

    VCR tapes, CDs, books, oversized play

    sets or outdoor play sets, car seats, work-

    out/exercise equipment.

    Messiah in the Passover Demonstrationthe redemptive significance of the crucifix-

    ion.

    Messiah in the Passover gives the

    Christian community insight into Jewish

    traditions so that the Jewish roots of 

    Christianity can be better understood. Thisprogram also helps the Jewish and

    Christian communities understand their

    common heritage.

    This meeting is open to the public, and

    the Drakestown United Methodist Church

    would like to invite the Christian as well as

    the Jewish community to attend. For moreinformation call 908-852-4460.

    Used Clothing Drive

    MOCBC, Mount Olive Community

    Bible Church, in Flanders, invites

    the community to participate in a

    non-perishable food drive for the month of 

    March. This drive will coincide with the

    efforts of the Explorer Girls to collect

    canned goods for the Food Pantry. There

    will be containers in the lobby to leave

    items. The best drop off times would be

    Sunday during regular service hours

    between 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., or during

    other weekly church activities, on

    Wednesdays between 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

    All items will be donated to the Mt. Olive

    Food Pantry.

    MOCBC Holds Food Drive

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    Marian Bredin is arguably one of Warren County’s most successfulbusiness women. As the owner of 

    Good Impressions Printing & Mailing inWashington since 1977, she has been a long-time leader in business. However, throughoutthe years, Bredlin can also be credited withquietly utilizing her leadership skills to bene-fit non-profit organizations. This work haslargely gone unnoticed – until now.

    The House of the Good ShepherdContinuing Care Retirement Community inHackettstown will honor Bredin as its"Distinguished Friend of the House" when itholds its Annual Wine & Dine fundraiser onFri., April 10, at the Lodge in the House.

    In addition to Bredin, Christine Schullian,a resident of The House for the past 18 years,will be highlighted as the “Distinguished

    Resident of the House."Proceeds from the event go towards its

    Shepherd's Fund, which helps residents inneed of funds to remain at The Housethroughout their lives.

    The night features several of the area'sfinest restaurants offering their superb culi-nary delights, wine tastings, and this year, livemusic with the Grover Kemble Trio. It allstarts with a cocktail hour from 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., followed by tastings, music andSilent Auction until 8 p.m.. All attendees willhave a chance to win a $500 dining out pack-

    age.Bredin, a stalwart in the business commu-

    nity she presently or in the past has served on

    the board of directors for the WashingtonBusiness Improvement District, theHackettstown, Warren County, and WarrenHills chambers of commerce, as well as theNational Association of Quick Printers. Inaddition, she has been involved with many

    other business groups including theHunterdon County Chamber and the NewJersey Association of Women BusinessOwners. The work produced at GoodImpressions, which also includes theWashington and Hackettstown Messengerpublications, newsletters, and direct mailcampaigns, has been heralded by many as thebest in the business.

    On the non-profit front, Bredin, a residentof Washington, is a longtime member of theHackettstown Rotary Club, currently servingas its secretary and chairing the scholarship

    committee. She has been involved in an arrayof other organizations on different levels,from Abilities of Northwest Jersey,Hackettstown Regional Medical CenterFoundation, the Centenary Stage Company,and The House of the Good Shepherd.

    “I have always felt it is important to be apart of the community – and to give backwhen you can,” said Bredin. “There are manyorganizations that do a great deal of good forthe community and it’s important to supportthem.”

    Schullian “retired” from work 28 years

    ago, but you would be hard-pressed to fathomthat as she continues to keep busy all theseyears later. At The House, Schullian is the

    Table Set For Wine And Dine Fundraiser “librarian” in the library, leads the Book Club,works in the store, and leads the HealthyBones exercise group! A member of TrinityChurch in Hackettstown, she sings in thechoir and works in the church office one daya week. She will tell you that it’s nothing. Buther friends know better!

    “I like to keep involved,” she said. “It’sgood to keep busy.”

    Schullian is no stranger to volunteer work;it’s something she’s done going back to herdays growing up and living in Jersey City.

    Schullian, who worked in Manhattan formany years at various jobs including makingcustom made children’s clothing and office

     jobs for an engineering firm and insurancecompany, admits that it was culture shockwhen she first moved to The House with hermother. “I loved New York and would gothere a lot,” she said. “But we liked it hereinstantly” after an invitation to visit from afriend. “This place is really wonderful.” Hermother passed away in 2003. ChristineSchullian has now lived at The House longerthan any other resident.

    Tickets for the "Wine & Dine" are just $50each. To reserve your tickets, call 908-684-5900. For more about The House, visitwww.hotgs.org.

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    Talk about loyal employees! Three

    employees at the House of the Good

    Shepherd Retirement Community in

    Hackettstown topped a list of 14 who were

    recently recognized at a special recognition

    dinner held in their honor.Patricia Bevelock and Carolyn Banghart,

    with 35 and 30 years, respectively, and

    Gloria Napier, with 25 years, were high-

    lighted for their years of service. Bevelock

    and Banghart are in Nursing Services while

    Napier works in Human Resources.

    Additionally, two other employees with 20

    years at The House earned special praise:

    Helen Wysowaty, Administration, and

    Tammy Cominsky, Dining Services.

    “In this day and age having employees

    that remain in one place for 20 or moreyears is rare,” said Deborah Beards, CEO of 

    The House. “We are certainly happy that

    Patricia, Carolyn, Gloria, Helen and Tammy

    have been – and still are - part of The

    House.”

    "We truly have dedicated employees,"

    Good Shepherd Recognizes Long-time Employees

    continued Beards. “What’s most important

    of all is that all of our employees are invest-

    ed in the well-being of our residents."

    Also in the Dining Services department

    honored were: Rose Letsak and Jessica

    Kiedes, five years each.

    From Environmental Services, cited was

    Theresa Biancomano, five years;

    Maintenance, Paul Walton, five years; and

    in Accounting, five years, Hollie Driscoll,CFO.

    Also in the Nursing department receiv-

    ing honors were, with 10 years each,Vilma

    Makin, Mary Vanmil, and Janinia Mezie,

    and for five years, Virginia Gerhold.

    The House offers an array of living situ-

    ations for residents, from independent liv-

    ing to skilled nursing and post-hospital

    rehabilitation,in a lovely setting along the

    Musconetcong River. For job opportunities

    or to learn more about The House, visitwww.hotgs.org or phone 908-684-5900.

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    Thirteen may be an unlucky number forsome, but for the Cat Chalet it meansthirteen years of excellent service and

    increased business. This winter’s snow andice has increased business at boarding facili-

    ties because many pet sitters have a difficulttime getting to their clients. But that is nevera problem for the Cat Chalet’s owner, SusanMohr, whose commute to work is a fewstairs—she lives right upstairs from herboarding facility. And since her business is inher home, she treats her clients as if they arefamily. As Mohr says, “The reason the CatChalet has been so successful is because catboarding is our primary business, not an aux-iliary service such as at a veterinary clinic andnot a ‘part time job’ to supplement income,which is the case for many pet sitters. Your

    pets are very special to you and they areequally special to us, and, more importantly,they are the only reason we exist!”

    What makes people travel from as far asBayonne, Fort Lee, Elmwood Park, NewMilford, Jersey City, Bernardsville, Somerset,and Milford, Pennsylvania, just to board theircats at the Cat Chalet is its safe, spotless, andcomfortable cat-only environment that catersto even the most finicky of clients. Most of the cats at the Cat Chalet are pampered athome and the owners expect that level of commitment while they are away. Mohr andher staff understand this: “Cats are amazingcreatures. We find that if you offer them what

    they need— love, admiration, good food, andan appropriate room designed just for them—they will graciously relax and enjoy them-selves. We have no problem keeping up withvitamins, medications, attention, and exer-

    cise—whatever a cat needs—whether theyare kittens with a lot of energy or older catsthat just want to rest.”

    Last year the Cat Chalet launched anew pilot program called the “SpringSpecial,” which was so successful (mostpeople ask for it when they make theirreservation) that they are now offering itfull-time as the Kitty Special. This givesyour cat extra time at night to come out of the condo or playtime with staff membersfor a small fee. “It takes a lot more timeto devote to each and every cat, but the

    staff and owners are very receptive to thenew service,” says Mohr.

    To ensure your cat has the best boardingexperience, the best advice Mohr gives peo-ple is to make sure that they visit the board-ing facility before making a reservation.You can also visit the Cat Chalet’s websitewww.catchalet.com for photos and moreinformation. To make a reservation orschedule a tour, call (973) 989-6160. TheCat Chalet, loacted at 551 Route 10 EastRandolph, NJ 07869, is open fromMon.–Fri., from 9am–noon and 3pm–6 pm,on Sat., 9am–noon, and Sun. for arrivalsand departures only from 9am–10 am.

    Cat Chalet - We Treat Your Cat Like Royalty 

    T

    he Hackettstown Community Band

    is seeking instrumental musicians for

    its concert and parade bands. The

    band has been in existence since 1947 and

    serves the community needs in the Warren,

    Morris and Sussex County areas. The band

    is open to any instrumental musician with

    reasonable proficiency in reading concert or

    marching band music. There are no audi-

    tions or fees for joining the band. Members

    of the band come from all walks of life and

    enjoy performing in community events,

    senior citizen residences and holiday

    parades. For more information, visit

    www.hackettstownband.org. The band

    rehearses at the Hackettstown Community

    Center from 7:30 p.m. -9 p.m. every

    Thursday, excluding holidays. The band

    provides the music. Members must bring

    their own instrument and music stand.

    Community Band CallingFor Musicians

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    Skylands Community Pharmacy, locat-

    ed at Main Street Plaza, 78 Main St.,

    Suite 30, Hackettstown, is your new

    home for Yankee Candles. Offering a wide

    variety of scents and sizes of America's best

    loved candles - Yankee Candles. Alsostocked are: room sprays, reed diffusers, car

    fragrances and much more. Skylands

    Community Pharmacy also offers a full line

    of Hallmark greeting cards along with gift

    wrap and accessories. Other lines of greet-

    ing cards include Avanti and Leanin' Tree.

    Gift lines include Willow Tree figurines,

    Lolita and Top Shelf hand painted glass-

    ware, picture frames, Ty plush and so much

    more.

    In addition to all of the great cards and

    gifts Skylands Community Pharmacy is a

    full service pharmacy that serves the com-munity with traditional quality and excep-

    tional service that it's customers deserve.

    Today a pharmacy must do more than fill

    prescriptions efficiently; it must offer its

    customers quick and easy one-stop shop-

    ping for a variety of health care and gift giv-

    ing needs.

    Skylands Community Pharmacy: Your New Home for Yankee Candles

    Serving the local community for 13years, Skylands Community Pharmacy is

    independently owned and operated by local

    people. Relying on that old fashioned com-

    mitment to friendly service, quality mer-

    chandise, and most importantly customer

    satisfaction to make it the best pharmacy in

    the area.

    Skylands Community Pharmacy accepts

    ALL prescription insurance plans, including

    PAAD, Medicaid and Medicare Part D.

    And remember that your insurance co-pay

    is the same at any retail pharmacy.Thinking of changing the pharmacy you

    use, Skylands Community Pharmacy offersHASSLE FREE transfer of prescriptions

    from other pharmacies. Their Registered

    Pharmacists are qualified to answer any

    questions you may have about your medica-

    tion.

    Skylands Community Pharmacy is con-

    veniently located in the Main Street Plaza at

    the intersection of Main Street and Stiger

    Street in Hackettstown There is plenty of 

    parking. Store hours are: Monday - Friday

    9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. – 3

    p.m. For questions or comments please call908.852.DRUG (3784).

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    By Ejvind Boccolini 

    Hackettstown resident and award-winning drummer

    Kayleigh Morpeth is entering the international

    female drumming contest called 2015 Hit Like A

    Girl Contest. She recently performed her three-minute drumsolo in a Hackettstown studio called Warren Sound, and the

    town is rallying around 14-year-old Kayleigh for this con-

    test.

    Online voting from fans is a big part of this contest. To

    support Kayleigh, contact this reporter, Ejvind Boccolini at

    [email protected], or look my name up on Facebook;

    also, Kayleigh's father Chris Morpeth can be found on

    Facebook. This will generate votes, give direction to the

    proper links, at the proper times, to vote and support

    Kayleigh in this contest.

    Her talent and determination has taken her this far (her

    bio will be available as her family, friends and fans promoteher online).

    Kayleigh's talent has earned her several awards, in New

    Jersey and on the east coast, as she is a performing and

    competing member of the Colonial Musketeers in

    Hackettstown. She has trained hard. Please stay tuned to

    find out how to vote

    Some of the rules and details are as follows: Online

    video entries were accepted starting at 12:01 a.m. PST on

    March 1. Two pair of Weekly Winners will be chosen by

    celebrity/industry judging teams and announced March 12,

    19, 26, April 2, 9 with the entry period closing on April 8.

    Fan Voting is opened from April 10 to April 22.

    The Top Twenty Weekly and fan-selected finalists in

    both the over- and under-18 age divisions will be

    announced on April 23 followed by celebrity judging from

    April 24 to May 4. The final winners will be chosen during

    an online event on May 7, at which time, followers should

    visit drumchannel.com.Fan voting opens April 10, and fans vote for a two-week

    period to choose the final 20 finalists. Sponsor judges may

    also choose wild-cards to be included in finals voting.

    Judges pledge that, "We try to ensure that no worthy drum-

    mers are overlooked."

    Fan voting closes April 22, and each week judges will

    announce four weekly winners - two in each age group.

    Weekly winners qualify for finals voting and are eligible for

    weekly prizes from our sponsors including, (drum) heads,

    sticks, accessories, and more. Weekly winners will be

    announced on March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2 and

    April 9.

    Again, please make note of the dates that winners will be

    announced and support Hackettstown's own Kayleigh

    Morpeth.

    In other Hackettstown News, the 7th Annual St Patrick's

    Parade was to be held on March 15, there were several

    events around town leading up to the parade and continuing

    the following week "to get you in the Celtic Spirit or just to

    enjoy our town," Hackettstown officials noted.

    Mayor Maria DiGiovanni offered a statement to the

    Hackettstown News, noting that for the St. Patrick's Day

    Parade, "We are hoping for a great weather day, but the day

    will be fun and exciting no matter what the weather is."

    One event to be held on Thurs., March 19, 6:30 pm is a

    concert at the Hackettstown Public Library on Church

    Street featuring traditional Irish ballads performed by musi-

    cian Ian Gallagher. The concert is sponsored by the Friends

    of the Hackettstown Library, and light refreshments will be

    servedIn school news, on Feb. 12, Dr. Michael “Mykee”

    Fowlin visited Hackettstown Middle School and presented

    an assembly to the 6th-8th graders entitled: “You Don’t

    Know Me ‘Til You Know Me.”

    Fowlin has a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology

    from Rutgers University and has formally acted since the

    age of eleven. His programs combine both his professional

    acting talents and his psychological training.

    He challenged the students to self-explore, and figure

    out 'who' they are. In doing so, he encouraged the students

    to lower the masks that they may have consciously or

    unconsciously put up. He stressed the desire for the students

    to express honesty not nobility, and effortlessly pushed

    them to the brink of emotion by weaving in and out of 

    heartbreaking to lighthearted scenarios.

    His character acting contained elements of honesty, raw-

    ness and emotion leaving many of the students greatly

    affected.

    As Fowlin shared on his website,

    www.michaelfowlin.com, the hope is that “audience mem-

    bers will leave his performance with that wonderful, awak-

    ening feeling of beauty: the beauty within one’s self and the

    beauty within others; the celebration of our differences and

    the acceptance of our shared experiences.”

    Hackettstown Teen Enters International Drumming Contest 

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    By Anastasia Marchese 

    The Warren County Division of Aging

    and Disability Services has a new

    director. Scott Burd was appointed

    to the position late last month, after having

    served as assistant director of the divisionfor the past eight years. He may be new to

    the position of director, but his experience

    as the assistant director will serve him in

    good stead as he works to further the effec-

    tiveness of the Division’s services.

    One of his goals as director is to “get the

    word out” to seniors in the community who

    could benefit from the services the county

    has to offer them. One of the programs

    available for free to anyone 60 years of age

    and older who lives in Warren County is the

    lunch program provided through the neigh-borhood community senior centers.

    Located in Hackettstown, the Senior

    Center offers a presentation, program or

    class at 11 .m. most weekdays that precedes

    lunch. Last month’s calendar shows a vari-

    ety of activities such as Tai Chi, bingo, a

    visit from the Warren County Office of 

    Public Safety, as well as live entertainment.

    A well-balanced lunch is provided follow-

    ing.

    When asked about the programs featured

    by the Senior Center, Burd said any com-munity organization or public department

    that provides services that may benefit sen-

    ior citizens in Hackettstown is welcome to

    come and share with the attendees. The fit-

    ness classes are focused on improving the

    attendees’ quality of life.

    The focus of the Community SeniorCenters in Warren County is not on nutri-

    tion alone. The primary goal of the centers

    is to provide “socialization among seniors

    and their peers.”

    Many know too many older women and

    men who have become home bound. Some

    because of their health but others become

    isolated once they are retired and find that

    their circle of social interaction is diminish-

    ing. Many people seem to be running

    around a million miles a minute, too busy to

    stop and chat, but for many senior citizensthe days can seem empty and dull.

    Finding points of connection with other

    people who share a similar life situation can

    be very meaningful and enriching. There

    are weekly groups that meet in different

    churches for mothers to preschoolers, so

    they can get together and encourage one

    another. There are various political organi-

    zations where people gather and share their

    political beliefs. A lot of people choose to

    exercise at fitness clubs, instead of at home,

    so that they can meet other people whoenjoy working out as well. Some people go

    Senior Center Provides Lunch, Socialization, Entertainmentto clubs where they hang out and talk about

    knitting, or beer making. Others join a

    library book club. All of these organizations

    are focused on making life-enriching con-

    nections between people who have some-

    thing in common.That is the main focus of the

    Hackettstown Community Senior Center as

    well. Sure, a free lunch is a great thing, if 

    hungry, or just tired of cooking. There is a

    suggested donation of $3 for lunch for those

    60 or older; but if money is an issue, come

    and enrich everyone else and don’t be con-

    cerned about a donation.

    Community members who are under 60

    can also attend with a senior, but are asked

    to pay the cost of the lunch, which is $4.60

    per person.Another way the Division of Aging and

    Disability Services helps to prevent people

    from becoming homebound, is by offering

    transportation for any Warren county resi-

    dent aged 60 and over, to their neighbor-

    hood senior center for the weekday pro-

    grams and lunch services. Call the local

    senior center, or the Division headquarters a

    day in advance to reserve transportation tothe site. The senior centers are open most

    weekdays except national holidays.

    This has been a long winter for everyone,

    but in anticipation of the coming spring,

    now could be the time to turn over a new

    leaf. Maybe get out of comfort zone and

    meet some other seniors who also have had

    enough of winter and are looking for a little

    sunshine, even if it’s just the warmth of 

    another person’s smiling face.

    To contact the Hackettstown Community

    Senior Center, call (908)-850-5438; or theWarren County Division Office at 1-877-

    222-3737.

    The First Presbyterian Church of 

    Hackettstown will hold its annual

    Fish & Chips Dinner, provided by

    Tastefully British, on Fri., April 24, from

    5 p.m. - 7 p.m. in the Chapel building.

    Tickets are $14 adults; $8 kids under 12.

    Take-out dinners will be available.

    Advance purchase of tickets is recom-

    mended. Call 908-813-3418 or 908-852-

    3025.

    Fish And Chips Dinner 

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    One freezing morning down at the bus stop, a day

    after one of the storms…with so many piled on topof the other they all blended in after a while… my

    two little boys and I were quite entertained watching our

    neighbor try to push up another neighbor’s car stuck in the

    driveway.

    While pushing her car from behind, she pressed on the

    gas pedal; he would stop, shovel under her tires attempting

    to get the car to budge.

    After my boys got on the bus, I turn my car around to

    drive back up my street, but stop in the middle of the road

    to watch my neighbor continue his quest to get that car up

    the driveway. With my coffee brewing at home, I was eager

    to get my day started but felt bad just leaving the two out inthe cold stuck in the snow.

    As hesitant as I was, I rolled down my window and

    asked if he needed my help, thinking how would feeble, lit-

    tle me make a difference helping to push a car up a snow-

    covered icy driveway? He replied, with a smirk as I recall,

    saying ‘you can help if you want’ but then continued on his

    mission. So I sat there a few more minutes with my heat

    blasting, window rolled down, thinking ‘Ok, I’m wearing

    my slip on sneakers, no gloves, I will have no value add

    whatsoever.’ But how do I just drive off- isn’t that plain

    rude?

    A few more minutes go by. My neighbor had to be out

    there for at least 30 minutes, working up a sweat, pushing,

    shoveling, trying to help the neighbor’s nanny. So I ask

    again, “you want me to help? I can try.”I get out of my car, walk on over and warn him of my

    slip on sneakers so I will probably slide. With me on the

    right, and he on the left, we push from the rear of the car,

    and with one push, the nanny presses on the gas, and vwah

    la.. the car is up her driveway! I throw my hands up like I

     just won a 5K. It was thrilling! The nanny gets out of the

    car, introductions are exchanged, she gives me a hug and

    I’m on my way.

    So what? Some of you may be thinking.

    Many women my age may feel a sense of weakness or

    insecurity that their muscles do not matter. I often feel that

    way, especially when I can’t open a jar of mayonnaise, and

    then with one try my 14-year old cranks it open. But, after

    this one experience, I am certain more than ever that our

    muscles do matter, no matter how weak we think we may

    be. My little push, support from the right side, made all the

    difference.

    As an aerobics instructor and student at the Mt. Olive

    Recreation Exercise Program, I keep my heart strong

    through regular cardiovascular exercise, as well as my mus-

    cles with repeated weight training exercises. Studies have

    shown that more muscle helps to burn more fat; and experts

    suggest that every 30 minutes of cardio exercise should be

    matched with weight bearing exercise.

    Working out with weights strengthens muscles, helps

    prevent osteoporosis, and can surely build self-esteem.

    While walking is great, or running, jumping rope andaerobics to burn calories and fat, using hand held weights

    will build muscles to keep the body strong. Find an exer-

    cise program that incorporates hand held weights during

    workout routines, or takes the time for push-ups.

    I personally prefer the exercise program through Mt.

    Olive Recreation because my workouts surround me with

    my peers, ladies my age, with similar interests and exercise

    goals, and at the same time, I’m supporting the town as pro-

    ceeds from recreational programs fund various town proj-

    ects and programs.

    Check out http://mountolivetownship.com/rec_fitness

    _sports.html#exercise. Click on the link for the “Mt Olive

    Exercise Program” www.mtoliverecreation.com to sign up.

    The best part of my weight bearing story was when the

    nanny knocked on my front door later that day. When I

    answered, she asked me, “Is the woman here who helped

    push up my car?” I looked at her, dumbfounded and said,

    “yes, hi, that was me.” Guess I looked a little different from

    the morning when I had on my big, dark sunglasses, hat and

    oversized fleece coat. Who would believe that the person

    under that disguise was a five-foot, one third inch, 120-

    pound (give or take a few) woman? As she hands me a box

    of chocolates, I say “you shouldn’t have,” thanks me again,

    and is on her way.

    by Cheryl Conway 

    Our Muscles Do Matter 

    Editorial 

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    It's that time of year again. Spring is final-ly here and we can all focus less on shov-eling snow and more on beautifying our

    homes. The Patio, Flower & HomeRemodeling Show in Morristown should be

    the perfect place to get all your creative juices flowing.Running from March 20-22 at the NationalGuard Armory in Morristown, the show fea-tures a total home remodeling showcase,with fully designed patio, pond, and gardenexhibits as well. It's the perfect combinationof interior and exterior displays. For three

    days the Hall will be filled with beautifulgardens, floral arrangements, lush shrubberyand bubbling water features.

    Visitors will be dazzled by the colorfulcreations from talented designers. Feature

    displays will offer something for everyone,from distinctive gardens to serene meditativesanctuaries. Water displays will feature Koifilled ponds, gentle falls and relaxing foun-tains.

    Visitors will also learn how to create theirown private retreat or ultimate outdoor cook-ing and entertainment area. Professionals

    The Patio, Flower & Home Remodeling Show will be on hand to guide you through thewhole creative and constructive process. So,regardless of the size space you have to workwith, you can enjoy the rewards of your ownspecial place.

    Explore aisles and aisles of HomeImprovement ideas and get the expert adviceyou need. Would you like an addition or sec-ond level added? This is place to get all youranswers. The Show will feature beautifulkitchen and bath displays, marble, granite,windows, doors,

    roofing, siding, stucco, security, sun-rooms, flooring, interior decorating, fauxpainting, home entertainment and custom

    closets to name a few.Energy conservation will include, home

    energy monitoring, hi efficiency energy bar-riers, heating, cooling, insulation, windows,solar power, geo-thermal and other alterna-

    tives. There’s also home ventilation, air fil-tration and passive solar.

    Exterior displays will include the latest inawnings, siding, custom decks, paverdesigns, patios, outdoor kitchens, fire pits,recreational and outdoor entertainment areas.

    There’s also a full service Food Courtoffering everything from hot dinners, soups,salads & sandwiches and a variety of desserts.

    Damage to a lawn may be indicative

    of various problems. Everything

    from insects to rodents to the fami-

    ly pet may be responsible for causing burnt

    patches, holes and other eyesores. Getting

    to the bottom of the problem is the first step

    in remediation. Burning and discoloration

    of the lawn is often a result of high concen-

    trations of dog urine pooling in one area.

    Diluting the urine by hosing down areas of 

    the lawn can clear up many problems.

    Birds, raccoons, skunks, moles, and other

    rodents may feed on grubs that reside just

    under the thatch of the lawn, and animals

    may tear up lawns in search of this delicacy.

    Treating the grub problem usually alleviates

    damage caused by animals. Mole crickets

    are another common lawn destroyer. These

    insects resemble crickets, but they burrow

    beneath the turf to feed on plant roots. The

    mole crickets can push up channels of turf 

    as they burrow, exposing roots to the ele-

    ments and causing the grass to die. Getting

    rid of the insects can revitalize the lawn.

    Did You Know?

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    While a Requiem is about death, composer Gabriel

    Faure put a special twist on his that is reflective of 

    Christians’ marking of Palm Sunday and the

    beginning of Holy Week. A program note from the

    Symphony Silicon Valley states, “Rather than taking a pre-

    dominantly fearful or mournful tone, the work reflects his

    belief that death releases us into harmony with all creation.”

    Faure’s Requiem, along with other pieces, will be per-

    formed Palm Sunday, March 29, at 4 p.m., by a Unity Choir

    made up of people from a variety of area churches. Held at

    the First United Methodist Church of Newton, the choir will

    be directed by Henry Repp of Netcong, who is also the

    organist. The soloists will Tom Carle of Randolph, tenor;

    Rev. David Young, Newton, bass; Cassandra Marie Lambros,

    Artist-in-Residence at Westfield Presbyterian Church, sopra-

    no and violin soloist; and playing the harp will be André

    Tarantiles of New York City.

    All are welcome to attend. A free will offering will be

    taken and there will be a reception following the concert.

    While the main work is the Requiem (with Lambros and

    Young as soloists), a number of other pieces will be per-

    formed. Those include “Cantique de Jean Racine,” which is

    also by Faure and will be sung by the choir with harp and

    organ accompaniment. Another Faure work performed will

    be “Tantum,” sung by the choir with solo by Carle and harp

    and organ. An instrumental piece, “Elegy” by Harold

    Friedell will feature organ, harp, and violin. Anthems per-

    formed will be “Evening Hymn” by Gardiner and Abide With

    Me” arranged by Bertalot.

    The members of the Unity Choir represent 27 different

    churches. Those nearby churches include Christ Episcopal

    Church, Budd Lake; Community Presbyterian Church,

    Chester; First Memorial Presbyterian Church, Dover; Hilltop

    Presbyterian Church, Mendham; First Presbyterian Church,

    Succasunna; Succasunna United Methodist Church,

    Succasunna; Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, Randolph;

    Grace Church on the Mount, Netcong; Holy Trinity

    Orthodox Church, Randolph; Our Lady of the Lake Roman

    Catholic Church, Mt. Arlington; Panther Valley Ecumenical

    Church, Hackettstown; Sacred Heart Roman Catholic

    Church, Dover; St. Matthew the Apostle Roman Catholic

    Church, Randolph; and Trinity United Methodist Church,

    Hackettstown.

    Ed and Karen Burkhart of Budd Lakes sing in the choir.

    Ed Burkhart is a tenor, while Karen Burkhart is an alto. She

    shared, “We enjoy singing in this choir because it gives us the

    opportunity to sing more classically-oriented church music,

    which we hadn't really done since our college days many

    years ago, now. [Also,] we like this year's pieces because

    they are challenging, without being frustrating, and [are]

    beautiful as well.”

    The Burkharts also shared that they enjoy singing with

    people from “all over the area,” and that the experience has

    lead them to meet and sing with “many excellent musicians.”

    That sentiment was echoed by Audrey Schultz of 

    Randolph. Schultz, an alto in the choir and music director of 

    the Succasunna United Methodist Church, said “I love get-

    ting together with fellow musicians to do major choral works

    like the Faure Requiem.”

    Henry Repp, besides being a top-notch organist, recruits

    wonderful soloists and other instrumentalists. When you add

    to that experienced choral singers from various churches and

    other choral groups, a work of art comes to life rather quick-

    ly. Being able to present this in performance, giving enjoy-

    ment to other music lovers, is a plus.

    The concert’s director, Repp, has been a church organist

    for 48 years as well the director of several choral groups.

    That experience is appreciated by those in the choir.

    “Having the opportunity to sing classical sacred music

    with the Unity Choir under the direction of Henry Repp is a

    wish fulfillment of many years for me,” said Marilyn

    Gunther, a soprano from Trinity United Methodist Church in

    Hackettstown. “I have sung the Requiem in the past, many

    years ago. Doing it now with this excellent choir under

    Henry’s precise and disciplined

    direction has been exhilarating and humbling. Henry

    requires excellence. The face he shows his choir is always

    smiling with a touch of benevolence peeking through. I am

    blessed by this experience.”

    Repp’s experience takes in a variety of venues. He began

    his organ studies with Alfred Mayer of 

    Morristown and continued with Dorothe Lanning at First

    Memorial Presbyterian Church in Dover. He pursued

    advanced study with Robert MacDonald at the Riverside

    Church in New York City and the Cathedral Basilica of the

     Area Singers Unite For Palm Sunday Concert 

    continued on next page

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    Every day I meet people who come to

    me seeking solutions for missing

    teeth, infected teeth, dentures, or who

    simply want to improve their smile. Dental

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    misconceptions repeat themselves.

    Myth #1: My dentist told me I have to see

    a specialist / implant specialist.

    Dental implants may be placed by any

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    specialty. Typically, they are placed by gen-

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    prosthodontists.

    It’s not so important as to what type of 

    dentist places them, but rather how much

    training and experience they have. Also,

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    implant is placed while ignoring this second

    part of the treatment, disastrous results may

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    ture, and poor esthetics. I have had to correct

     4 Myths Regarding Dental Implantssituations like this too often.

    Myth #2: My friend had an implant

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    When comparing fees, be sure you are

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    Location in the mouth is very important. An

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    more ideal the situation, the lower the cost.

    Myth #3: It’s always better to keep a nat-ural tooth than to remove it and place an

    implant.

    When a tooth has been diagnosed with a

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    infected teeth and placing an implant can

    eliminate the recurring infections, restore

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    your jaw.

    Myth #4: Once I have an implant, I don’t

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    This is not true. Although problems with

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    will develop within the first two years.Failure to recognize and correct these prob-

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    please give the office a call.

    Dr. Goldberg is a general dentist located in

    the Roxbury Mall in Succasunna, NJ. Heprovides general dentistry for the entire fami-

    ly, including: cleanings, check-ups, whiten-

    ing, veneers, crowns, root canals, dentures,

    periodontal (gum) services, dental implants,

    and much more. He is a Diplomate of the

    American Board of Implantology/Implant

    Dentistry, holds multiple degrees and is rec-

    ognized as an expert in dental implants. You

    can find additional information on his web-

    site:www.morriscountydentist.com. The

    office can be reached at: (973) 328-1225 or

    via email: [email protected]

    Knights of Columbus Shred Event

    is set for Sat., April 25, at 8 a.m.

    until noon, at KofC BlessedMother Seton Council 5410 in Flanders.

    Plan to arrive early as this event will end

    when shredding truck reaches capacity.

    Take advantage of this safe and secure

    method of destroying confidential docu-

    ments while helping your local charitable

    organization! Bring documents in either

    paper bags or cardboard boxes. Shredding

    is limited to confidential and sensitive

    materials only, please recycle all other

    paper. No binders or magazines.Donations: $5 per bag (brown grocery

    bag size) or $7 per box (copy paper box

    size). Hard drive also destroyed for $5 per

    hard drive; hard drive must be removed

    from the tower.

    Proceeds are used for local charities

    and Scholarship Fund.

    Shredding Event Proceeds For Charity 

     Attention Schools, Churches, Organizations Send 

    Your Press Releases to [email protected]

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    by Cheryl Conway 

    Support groups for families, and chil-

    dren, facing issues are growing in

    the area as fast as the green grassand flower buds this spring.

    Family Alliance Foundation is a new

    nonprofit corporation in New Jersey with

    a legacy that is expanding and support

    groups forming throughout the area, with

    divisions and chapters soon to be spread-

    ing throughout the world.

    The goal of the alliance is to serve as

    advocates for those facing issues and pro-

    vide solutions whether through support

    groups or steering them in the direction

    for help and change. The organization islaunching its global movement to heal and

    strengthen families and communities.

    “Our world is in crisis,” say the

    founders of the alliance. “Families are

    divided, divorced and in need of healing.

    Our children are in need of compassion,

    empathy and resources to make them

    whole. We are advocates who provide

    solutions through programs that include

    education, inspiration and motivation. We

    collaborate with other entities who pro-

    vide food, shelter, clothing and otherresources that help people move from

    ‘survive’ to ‘thrive.’”

    Established in Nov. 2014, the founda-

    tion’s purpose is “to educate and inspire

    families to grow mentally, physically,

    financially and spiritually and have them

    leave a legacy for all future generations to

    come,” as stated on the website.

    To implement their vision, Dr. Ted

    Fattoross, Dr. Debra Brooks and Ginny

    Gutierrez have partnered to create the

    foundation, bringing their knowledge of speaking, counseling and marketing.

    “We all know someone whose family is

    in crisis,” they say. “The breakdown of our

    society and the fundamental reason our

    systems are broken, is the breakdown of 

    our families.”

    Whether it involves family issues,

    divorce issues, alienation, bullying, “We

    will become the support group,” says

    Fattoross, chief executive officer and

    founder of the Family Alliance

    Foundation.“As parents and grandparents, each of 

    us is charged with the mission of raising

    our children to do good in the world,”

    organizers say. “Today, as we look to our

    own community, there is a need to heal

    and strengthen our families, as the core of 

    a strong society are strong families.”

    “We will be having legs,” says

    Fattoross. “We aren’t stationary or stag-

    nant.” The foundation has created a

    Legacy program, another division with

    chapters around the world, including most

    recent chapters being formed in

    Morristown and Denville.

    Through Legacy “we will have events”

    or support groups at various locations likePanera Bread or local libraries. There will

    be resources for websites steering where

    to turn for help, as well as online support

    groups.

    “We have an army of people signing up

    to volunteer for these groups,” he says.

    With some form of counseling background

    or expertise, Fattoross is looking for vol-

    unteers he will train to start a support

    group.

    “We want leaders of chapters of Family

    Alliance Foundation all around theworld,” says Fattoross, a well-known

    international keynote speaker, seminar

    leader, coach and consultant. “Let’s say

    you are traveling, you can go to a facilita-

    tor there and get similar support.”

    Support group topics will cover many

    areas such as: family related issues like

    relationships, stress, values, ethics and

    parenting; parental and grandparent alien-

    ation; sensitivity training and tolerance for

    anyone involved with children, from care-

    takers, police officers to judges; anti-bul-lying; character education; teen pregnan-

    cy; domestic violence and domestic

    silence; conflict resolution and peer medi-

    ation; career direction and job readiness;

    stress and change management.

    There are three initiatives of the foun-

    dation: family relationships- to educate

    and inspire families to grow mentally,

    physically, financially, spiritually and

    abundantly; parental alienation- to create

    awareness, then educate, and eliminate

    this cancer to society; and Judicial, gov-ernment, legal and law enforcement - to

    form an alliance with the "systems" that

    are charged with the responsibility to man-

    age our children and families, to collabo-

    rate through programs as a means to “fos-

    ter a deeper sensitivity to the needs of 

    everyone while always having the best

    interest of the children in mind.”

    Many issues faced by children, such as

    anti-bullying and suicide, can be reduced

    if they had the proper role models at

    home, says Fattoross.“If the children don’t find the heroes at

    the dinner table, they will find them in the

    street,” he says. “It all starts in the home.

    No child was ever born a bully.

    “Children, they might do as we say,

    they might do as we do,” says Fattoross.

    “A hero is not a dad who makes a million

    dollars.” A hero is a dad or a mom who

    gave up their scholarships so they can be

    home with their mother who has cancer, so

    “they ended up flipping burgers rather

    Global Movement Underway To Heal,Strengthen Families And Communities

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    Global Movement Underway To Heal...

    than going to NYU.

    “It’s not how much gold we leave our

    children that’s important; it’s how little

    baggage we pass on to them that truly mat-

    ters,” says Fattoross, 57, father of threekids who calls himself “a recovering

    work-a-holic.”

    Noted as having the “world’s record” of 

    the largest number of speaking presenta-

    tions, Fattoross spends a great deal of time

    discussing the issues and delivering moti-

    vational speeches to various audiences

    from schools to prisons, corporations and

    even homeless shelters.

    He has spent the last 25 years present-

    ing 8,500 speaking presentations through-

    out the world, inspiring more than250,000 people each year “to be the best

    they can be.” He has covered 2,000 topics

    from character education, values and

    ethics, anti-bullying programs, leadership

    and teamwork; featured on national televi-

    sion, radio programs and newspapers; and

    served on the advisory boards of Fortune

    500 companies, government, non-profit

    and educational agencies.

    Through all his work and knowledge,

    Fattoross decided it was time to “pay this

    forward.” He joined forces with Dr. Debra

    Brooks, executive director of the founda-

    tion, who works in Washington, DC, as a

    counselor dealing with issues from teen

    pregnancy, family, divorce and separation;

    as well as Ginny Gutierrez, foundationpresident, who specializes in marketing

    and research.

    Fattoross says “we have a moral obliga-

    tion to help each other. I believe that when

    we go through struggle, we have a moral

    obligation to tell our story, to have our

    victory lift up others to give them the

    opportunity to escape their personal

    crises. There is purpose in our pain.”

    He notes that the message he is trying

    to share is “not limited to my time, my

    resources, my ability” but will instead relyon “an army of individuals whose support

    groups around the world can support,

    encourage and inspire, resolve issues and

    problems that we face as a global commu-

    nity.”

    For more information, go to www.fam-

    ilyalliance.org; or call 609-772-7407. The

    foundation is hiring mentors, leaders,

    coaches, consultants and counselors to run

    support groups, and is always in need of 

    volunteers.

    The Rotary Club of the Mendhams issponsoring its 34th Annual AntiquesShow and Sale on April 18 and 19 at

    Mendham High School, Mendham. Hourson Sat. are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun.,11a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $7 ($6 with dis-

    count card). Parking is free and lunch willbe available. For further information, visitwww.mendhamrotaryclub.org.

    More than 40 plus antique dealers willbe showing their wares from New Jersey,New York, Connecticut, Delaware andPennsylvania. This year's show offers auto-mobile collectibles from late 1800's

    through early 1900's, early American andVictorian furniture, Lionel trains,stoneware, rare books and prints, 19th cen-tury vintage prints, porcelain, jewelry,Majolica, Roseville, Daltons, linens andmuch more.

    A bake sale will be conducted by two juniors from Mendham High School toraise money for their volunteer trip to CostaRica this summer. In Costa Rica they willbe rebuilding homes, and working with lowincome families. Homemade cookies,brownies and chocolate covered pretzelswill be for sale.

     Antique Show And Bake Sale

    Brundage Park Playhouse is hostingauditions for its upcoming show PeterPan Jr., Fri., April 10, 7 p.m.-9 p.m.

    and Sat., April 11 at 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the play-house in Randolph. Seeking children Ages12-17.

    Performance Dates for Peter Pan Jr. areJuly 10, 16, 17 and 24 at 8 p.m.; July 11, 12,18, 19, 25 and 26 at 2 p.m. Directed by: MarkCarovale, The story is based on the Disneyfilm and J.M. Barrie's enchanting play,Disney's Peter Pan Jr. is a modern version of the timeless tale about a boy who wouldn't

    grow up. The score includes new arrange-ments of classic Disney songs, such as"Following the Leader," "You Can Fly," "TheSecond Star to the Right" and "Yo Ho, A

    Pirate's Life for Me." Wendy Darling loves totell stories to her brothers, Michael and John.But when her father announces she mustmove out of the nursery, Peter Pan comes tovisit the children and whisks them away toNever Land. Their adventure introduces themto the Lost Boys, Mermaids, Indians and eventhe infamous pirate, Captain Hook!

    Auditioners will be asked to singBroadway song material only and read fromsides, which will be provided. Please bring aheadshot and/or resume to the audition. If youdo not have a headshot, a photo will be taken

    at the audition.For further information, contact Brundage

    Park Playhouse at 973-989-7092 or visitwww.brundageparkplayhouse.org.

    Brundage Park PlayhouseNeeds Cast For Peter Pan Jr.

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    $25 ormore check

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    Prep time: 20 minutes

    Cook time: 10 minutes

    Servings: 6-8

    1 box Dreamfields Penne Rigate

    2 cups sugar snap peas

    2 cups fresh or frozen green peas

    1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

    2 teaspoons lemon zest, plus extra for gar-

    nish

    1/2 teaspoon salt

    3 tablespoons olive oil4 cups baby greens (arugula, spinach or

    blend)

    1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (optional)

    Parmesan cheese, shaved

    Cook pasta according to package direc-

    tions, adding sugar snap and green peas dur-

    ing last 3 minutes of cooking; drain. Rinse

    with cold water; drain again. Place in large

    bowl.

    Meanwhile, combine lemon juice, zest

    and salt in small bowl. Whisk in oil. Toss

    with pasta and peas. Gently toss in greensand herbs, if using. Garnish with shaved

    Parmesan and additional zest, if desired.

    Note: For herbs, use one or a combina-

    tion of chopped mint, thyme, chives, basil,

    parsley or other favorites.

    Nutrition information (1/6 of recipe):

    328 calories; 8 g total fat (1 g saturated fat);

    12 g protein; 56 g total carbohydrate; 9 g

    total dietary fiber; 0 mg cholesterol; 218 mg

    sodium.

    Lemony Peas Pasta Salad

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    We Offer Daily Specials

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    We have Talapia & Shrimpfor the Holiday 

    From full-course brunches to simple sit-

    down dinners, Easter celebrations are atime to enjoy family, friends and the

    delicious tastes of spring.However elaborate the festivities, a rich

    and creamy dessert is the perfect finale to anyEaster gathering. Made from fresh milk andreal cream, PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheeseis the high-quality ingredient that makessweets stand out.

    These fresh dessert ideas all feature every-one’s favorite indulgence — cheesecake —along with other lively flavors, such ascoconut, lemon and blueberry. Desserts thisdelicious will have your guests hopping upfor seconds. For these and other recipe ideas,visit www.creamcheese.com.

    Easter Mini CheesecakesPrep time: 20 minutesTotal time: 3 hours, 20 minutesServings: 181 cup graham cracker crumbs3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted3 packages (8 ounces each) PHILADEL-

    PHIA Cream Cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla

    3 eggs

    1 cup plus 2 tablespoons BAKER’S ANGELFLAKE Coconut, toasted54 speckled malted milk eggs (about 9ounces)Heat oven to 325°F.Mix graham crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar andbutter; press onto bottoms of 18 paper-linedmuffin cups.

    Beat cream cheese, vanilla and remainingsugar with mixer until blended. Add eggs, 1 ata time, mixing on low speed after each justuntil blended. Spoon over crusts.

    Bake 25–30 minutes or until centers are

    Hop into Spring with Easter Desserts

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    almost set. Cool completely. Refrigerate 2hours.

    Top each cheesecake with 1 tablespooncoconut; shape to resemble bird’s nest. Fillwith malted milk eggs.

    Note: To soften cream cheese, place com-pletely unwrapped package of cream cheesein microwaveable bowl. Microwave on high10 seconds or just until softened. Add 15 sec-onds for each additional package of creamcheese.

    Blueberry Streusel CheesecakePrep time: 15 minutesTotal time: 6 hours, 45 minutesServings: 161 1/2 cups plus 3 tablespoons flour, divided1 1/3 cups sugar, divided1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 cup cold butter, cut up4 packages (8 ounces each) PHILADEL-PHIA Cream Cheese, softened1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 cup BREAKSTONE’S or KNUDSEN SourCream4 eggs

    2 cups fresh blueberriesHeat oven to 325°F.Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/3 cup sugar and

    cinnamon in medium bowl. Cut in butter withpastry blender or 2 knives until mixtureresembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1/2 cup;press remaining onto bottom of 9-inchspringform pan. Bake 25 minutes or untillightly browned.

    Beat cream cheese, remaining flour,remaining sugar and vanilla with mixer until

    well blended. Add sour cream; mix well. Addeggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed aftereach just until blended. Pour over crust. Topwith berries and reserved crumb mixture.

    Bake 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 30 min-utes or until center is almost set. Run knifearound rim of pan to loosen cake; cool beforeremoving rim. Refrigerate 4 hours.

    Note: You can substitute cream cheesewith Neufchatel cheese, or fresh blueberrieswith 1 (16-ounce) package frozen blueber-ries. Garnish with additional berries or cinna-mon just before serving.

    Easter Desserts...Double Lemon Cheesecake BarsPrep time: 35 minutesTotal time: 7 hours, 15 minutesServings: 1652 vanilla wafers, finely crushed (about 2cups)3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted4 eggs, divided4 packages (8 ounces each) PHILADEL-PHIA Cream Cheese, softened1 3/4 cups sugar, divided

    3 tablespoons flour1 tablespoon lemon zest1/3 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons), divid-ed1/2 teaspoon vanilla2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 cup water

    Heat oven to 325°F.Line 13-by-9-inch pan with parchment

    paper, with ends of paper extending oversides.

    Mix wafer crumbs and butter until blend-ed; press onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake10 minutes.

    Separate 1 egg; refrigerate yolk until readyto use. Beat cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, flour,lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice andvanilla in large bowl with mixer until blend-ed. Add egg white and remaining 3 wholeeggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed aftereach until just blended. Pour over crust.

    Bake 40 minutes or until center is almostset. Cool 1 hour. Refrigerate 4 hours.

    Mix cornstarch and remaining sugar inmedium saucepan; gradually stir in water and

    remaining lemon juice until blended. Bring just to boil on medium heat, stirring constant-ly; cook and stir until clear and thickened.Lightly beat reserved egg yolk in small bowlwith fork until blended; stir in 2 tablespoonsof hot cornstarch mixture.

    Return to remaining cornstarch mixture insaucepan; stir until blended. Cook 1 minuteor until thickened, stirring constantly. Coolslightly.

    Spoon lemon glaze over cheesecake.Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm. Use parch-ment handles to remove cheesecake from panbefore cutting to serve.

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    New Jersey Blood Services is con-

    ducting local blood drives which

    are open to the public. The follow-

    ing drives are scheduled in the near future:

    March 19- St. Francis Health Resort,

    Denville 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

    March 22- Seventh Day Adventist

    Church, Dover 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.March 30- Knights of Columbus,

    Netcong 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

    New Jersey Blood Services, a division

    of New York Blood Center (NYBC) is ask-

    ing for help to maintain an adequate supply

    of all blood types, but especially O-nega-

    tive – the “universal” blood which can be

    transfused into anyone in an emergency. In

    addition, hundreds of additional blood

    drives need to be scheduled to meet pro-

     jected hospital demand. Current inventory

    of several blood types is running below the

    desired target level.

    “It’s simple: hospital patient demand

    for blood often outpaces our best efforts to

    recruit donors and schedule blood drives,”

    said NYBC Executive Director of Donor

    Recruitment Andrea Cefarelli. “There are

    always reasons but we have to overcome

    that for the sake of hospital patients who

    need us.”

    “This is one of the toughest times of the

    year,” Cefarelli added. “We’re asking for

    our dedicated supporters to roll up their

    sleeves to make sure we’re able to provide

    our hospital partners with whatever they

    need to take care of their patients.”Blood products have a short shelf life –

    from five to 42 days, so constant replenish-

    ment is necessary. Each and every day

    there are patients who depend on the trans-

    fusion of red blood cells, platelets and plas-

    ma to stay alive. But blood and blood prod-

    ucts can’t be manufactured. They can only

    come from volunteer blood donors who

    take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit

    a donor center.

    To donate blood or for information on

    how to organize a blood drive call 1-800-

    933-2566; Visit: www.nybloodcenter.org.

    Any company, community organization,

    place of worship, or individual may host a

    blood drive. NYBC also offers special

    community service scholarships for stu-

    dents who organize community blood

    drive.

    Blood Reserves Challenged by Patient Demand O-Negative Blooda Constant Challenge

    Uncertain about what to buy family,

    friends, or co-workers for a holi-

    day or special event?

    Looking for the perfect way to honor a

    loved one, celebrate a birthday, wedding,

    or graduation? Let Morris Habitat for

    Humanity help!

    Morris Habitat can provide a unique

    gift-giving alternative. Select from the

    “Uncommon Gifts” listed on their web

    site. http://www.morrishabitat.org/donat-

    ing/uncommon_gift/. Choose from a list

    of items needed to help build a new home

    for a hard-working family in need.

    This is a great way to show support for

    helping others. Morris Habitat will even

    send a gift card to the person(s) announc-

    ing the gift made to Morris Habitat on

    their behalf.

    The tax deductible contribution to

    Morris Habitat will help provide safe,

    decent homes for families in need and the

    intended recipient will know that the gift

    was a gift from the heart. Choose from a

    window, water heater, insulation and

    more. Go to the web page and see all the

    options.

    It’s easy to do. Just print and fill out the

    “Uncommon Gifts” form then mail it to

    Morris Habitat with payment and they will

    do the rest.

    To make the donation online, the

    instructions are listed on the “Uncommon

    Gift” web page. To learn more about

    Morris Habitat and how to help, go to

    www.MorrisHabitat.org or call 973-891-

    1934.

    Morris Habitat for Humanity is part of 

    a global, nonprofit housing organization

    operated on Christian principles by build-

    ing homes, communities and hope. Morris

    Habitat is dedicated to eliminating sub-

    standard housing locally and worldwide

    through constructing, rehabilitating and

    preserving homes; advocating for fair and

     just housing policies; and providing train-

    ing and access to resources to help fami-

    lies improve their living conditions.

    Morris Habitat for Humanity UrgesTo Give An “Uncommon Gift” 

    Italian For Adults, Introduction To Basic

    Italian Part 2, is being offered at County

    College of Morris in Randolph, starting

    April 21. Web Registration at: http://webad-

    visor.ccm.edu.

    Instructor: Domenico Tancredi.

    Italian For Adults

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    By Cheryl Conway 

    At the age of nine, Benjamin Colao of 

    Madison is completing his sixth

    non-fiction book and has raised

    more than $3,000 for the homeless.

    He has taken his passion for reading,

    writing and interest in influential people and

    turned them into stories for children, not to