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EricaFurtado,arecentgraduateofWestMorrisMendhamHigh

School,earnedtheGirlScouts'GoldAward, andtheseniorcit-izens atRobertE. ColeApartmentscouldn'tbehappier.

Furtado chose to remodel the lobby of the Robert E. ColeApartments in Chester, NJ for her GoldAward. She worked

closely with Susan Hayes of Re-Feather Your NestDecorating in Chester and Mendham, NJ. Furtado presenteda proposal to theChesterAreaSeniorHousing Board forsen-ior citizens and disabled persons.

The proposal contained research into the types of furni-

ture best suited forelderly persons, and theappropriate colorsfor furniture, carpeting and wall coverings. The chairs andcouch had to be firm, and not to deep so the residents couldsit down gently. All furniture needed arms to enable an easyexit. The right mix ofcolorsand contrastin the roomare also

very important when decorating for senior citizens."I had considered many projects for my Gold Award, but

nothing really appealed to me as much as this. I rememberspending time at the Apartments, both with Girl Scouts andCCD, playing bingo, doing craftsand singing holiday songs.

Itwas a placewith happymemories,and justfeltrightto givesomething back to them," Furtado said.

After the Board's approval, Furtado, now working as proj-ect manager, began thesteps to transformthe lobby. Breslow

DecoratingCenter in Chester donated thepaint and discount-ed the paint supplies.

Furtado enlisted the help of many volunteers with thepainting of the lobby including: Greg Furtado, Fran Furtado,Colin Gaul of Chester, MonicaandAlexaSainzof RockawayandMason, Victor Roqueand RandyHall of Dover.

Next, a newcarpetwas purchased at cost and installedfreeof charge by Carpets Unlimited of Chester. Rich Leopold ofLeopold & Beck Construction in Chester donated his time toinstall vinyl baseboards.

Staiano's Furniture of Califon graciously donated thecouch and also provided additionalfurniture at cost including

Chester Teen Earns Girl Scouts GoldAward and Seniors Benefit

free delivery.Hayes was instrumental in sourcing donations of goods

and services from local merchants. The project would not

have been possib le without the cooperation of JeanMcGloughlin, the apartment's building manager, and BillThompson its superintendent.

Verg Upholstery in Mendham reupholstered two wingchairs for free. Denise Montero of Re-Feather Your Nest

made beautiful throw pillows for the couch and chairs.Montero also made the window valance.

Many of the accessories and the gorgeous wall unit weredonated by Hayes.

"Itmade me reallyhappy to hearthe residentsso apprecia-

tive of the remodeled lobby," Hayes said.The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award given in

Girl Scouts. Each award recipient must complete a 65-hourleadership project pursuant to her own passions and interests.

Furtado hasbeen a Girl Scout since secondgrade. Shewill

be attending Northeastern University in the Fall.An Open House for the residents, board members, and

people who donated to the project was held on Sunday,August 28 between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. at 255 West Main

Street, Chester, NJIf you would like to help support this project, please call

Susan Hayes at (908)879-2495.

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Four out of five car seats are incorrect-

ly installed, according to the NationalHighway Traffic Safety

Administration. The technicians at Chester'sSeat Check Station want to make sure localparents and caregivers are using their seatcorrectly, and will be available Saturday,September 24th from 10 am to 2 pm.

The station is celebrating National SeatCheck Saturday, part of Child Passenger

Safety Week, and will have certified child

passenger safety technicians on hand toeducate parents, inspect seats and help with

installations. There is no fee for this invalu-able service. Chester's Seat Check Stationopened two and one-half years ago; its reg-ular hours are the first Tuesday of the monthfrom 2 pm to 6 pm, and the third Thursday

of the month, from 7 am to noon.

Chester Station CelebratesNational Seat Check Saturday

T

he Chester Lioness Club will meetfor dinner on Thursday, October 6th,

2011 at 6:30 PM in the LamplighterRestaurant, 190 West Main Street, Chester,NJ.

The program this evening will be pre-sented by Bonnie Harrison,RN,BSN,CHTP,

a certified Healing Touch Practitioner fromHackettstown, NJ. In addition to a briefpresentation about Healing Touch, she willgive a demonstration and open the remain-der of the evening for questions and discus-

sion.Bonnie Harrison graduated from Molloy

College on Long Island more than 31 years

ago with a BS in Nursing. She was initiallyemployed as a Medical/Surgical Nurse in ahospital, and did Hospice Nursing as well.In 1989, with a move to NJ, she wasemployed as a home care nurse in theWarren County Public Health Nursing

Agency for 18 years, and as a supervisor foranother 4 years.

In 1997, Bonnie took a class about"Healing Touch". "This class changed mylife both personally and professionally," she

states. Thru further education, Bonniebecame a Certified Healing Touch

Practitioner. Healing Touch is an estab-

lished core curriculum with 5 levels oftraining and a full year of mentorship fol-

lowed by a rigorous certification processadministered by Healing TouchInternational. "Now I can be the kind ofnurse I have always dreamed of thru thiswonderful work. There are no limits to what

healing touch can do physically, mentally,emotionally and spiritually", she happilysaid. Healing Touch is a relaxing, nurtur-ing energy therapy that helps your bodyrest, restore and rebuild. It employs simple,

calming, energizing techniques that clientscan do for themselves to provide physicaland energetic balance. Self care and nurture

provide energy. Healing Touch is used toincrease energy levels, strengthen the

immune system, promote overall health,optimize athletic performance developspiritual connection, and reduce pain andfatigue that may accompany acute or chron-ic illness.

Local area community residents are wel-come to attend this dinner meeting and pro-gram by reservation only. For reservations,more information, or to learn more about

the Chester Lioness Club, call HollySimmenroth at 908-879-5932.

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Bouncing, giggling, rolling andswinging upside down are all in adays fun for students at The Little

Gym of Roxbury. The new gym, located onRoute 10 across from the Ledgewood Mallhelps children between the ages of 4 months

and 12 years develop their motor skills,coordination, balance, social skills and self-esteem through curriculum-based gymnas-tics and movement programs.

The Little Gym of Roxbury (formerly of

Randolph, NJ) opened its doors lastDecember and local parents are encouraged

to bring in their kids for a free trial class.There is a class available for any busyschedule. Classes are offered EVERY day,

even weekends! In addition, The Little Gymreserves Saturday and Sunday afternoonsfor Awesome Birthday Bashes and ParentsSurvival Nights.

Free trial classes at The Little Gym give

all children an opportunity to experience thecurriculum-based fitness program thatevolves with each stage of their cerebral andmotor-skills development. Educators at TheLittle Gym recognize that giving the oppor-

tunity to every child to exercise while using

their imaginations, instills a healthy disposi-tion from a young age. The Little Gym pro-

gram takes youngsters, of all abilities, from4 months through to 12 years.

At The Little Gym, children gain confi-dence in a safe, non-competitive environ-ment, with close guidance and encourage-

ment from highly trained instructors. Thetailored program helps youngsters get themost from each stage of their individualdevelopment. It promotes co-ordination,

balance, rhythm and flexibility, as well asproviding an opportunity to let off steam,

make new friends and, above all, have fun.In addition to a free introductory class,

The Little Gym invites children 3 years to

12 years old to enroll and participate in atwo special clinics at the gym. On Friday,September 30th, The Little Gym instructorswill be offering a back handspring clinic.And then on Friday, October 14th they will

offer a clinic focusing on cartwheels. Theseclinics are open to the public and do notrequire membership. For more informationcall The Little Gym of Roxbury (973)537-0990. Your child will be flipping in no time!

Experience The Little GymFor Free!

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nce again the Knights of Columbus,Council 5410 Chester, NJ willsponsor an Italian Heritage Dinner

Dance on Saturday October 8, 2011. Theevent will be held at St Lawrence theMartyr Parish hall in Chester, NJ. Dinnerseating begins at 6:30PM. The menu willconsist of a 6 course gourmet Italian Dinner

with assorted desserts, coffee, tea, soda,beer and wine. Music will be provided,between 7:30 and 11:30, by Tommy Dee

and The Shaw Band. Donation per person is$35.00. For ticket information contact

Bruce Wallace, at (973) 584-3405 or JerryAbondolo at (908) 879-7302

Italian Heritage Dinner Dance

Common Threads Quilters:10th Annual Quilt Airing

T

he Common Threads Quilters willbe presenting their 10th Annual

Quilt Airing on Saturday, October

8, 2011 at the Long Valley PresbyterianChurch (in the Pavilion in back) - 36Bartley Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853.

The Airing will be from 11:00 am to 4:00pm. Admission is FREE. Please come

and see what our local quilters are doing!

Call 908-979-0158 for more informationor see our website: http://commonthreadsquilters.shutterfly.com

Long Valley Presbyterian Church willbe hosting a vendor fair fundraiser to

help raise money for AnthonyLichtenberger, a 6-year older who suffersfrom Duchene Muscular Dystrophy. The

event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 15,2011 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fundraiser

features over 22 vendors, raffles, an assort-ment of food for purchase and fun activities.

Admission is free and is open to the public.Long Valley Presbyterian Church is locatedat 39 Bartley Road Long Valley, NJ 07853.

For more information, call (908) 876-4876.

Presbyterian Church to Host VendorFair Fundraiser, Oct. 15

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Special event:"Great Movie Musicals"

presentation at the Chester Library onWednesday, September 21 at 7 pm.

Film and music historian, Rick Busciglio(of Chester Township) will be your guidefor a nostalgic tour of Hollywood MovieMusical favorites. He draws on 45+ years inbroadcasting and his lifelong love of music

for an entertaining evening. The program isa salute to the music and performers fromthe great Hollywood musicals of the 30's tothe 60's. It includes film clips and originalrecordings.

This is the golden period of performerssuch as Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, FrankSinatra, Judy Garland, Gene Kelly and BingCrosby. Composers such as GeorgeGershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin,

Jerome Kern, Richard Rodgers, Larry Hart,

Oscar Hammerstein, Johnny Mercer, Hoagy

Carmichael, Jimmy Van Heusen, HaroldArlen, Harry Warren, etc.

Rick Busciglio is a film and music histo-

rian,former broadcast marketing and adver-tising executive who has combined his lifelong love of films and music and experiencein communications to create a series of

mostly nostalgic programs. He does pro-grams primarily in the NJ/NY/PA area andinternationally aboard cruise ships. His pre-sentations are designed to be both entertain-ing and informative. His "Memory Lane

Presentations" website is www.memory-

lane.org.The Chester Library is located on Route

24 1/4 mile west of Route 206. To registercall 879-7612 or go online at chesterlib.org.

Our philosophy is to introduce kids tothe world of fitness in a caring and non-

competitive way, said Mary Burke,Director. Our students progress at theirown pace. Rather than be the best, weencourage them to try their best. Our goal is

to help as many children as possible tothrive.

The Little Gym is the premier developer

of motor skills in children worldwide. The

company was founded in 1976 by Robin

Wes, an innovative educator with a genuine

love for children. The Little Gym

International, Inc., headquartered in

Scottsdale, Ariz., was formed in 1992 to franchise The Little Gym concept. Today,

The Little Gym International has more than

200 U.S. locations and an additional 43

throughout the world, is considered the pre-

mier developer of motor skills in children.

For more information, visit The Little Gym

at www.thelittlegym.com.

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It is wonderful to live in a communitywhere neighbors help neighbors. Thiswas so true during our experience with

Hurricane Irene. The tenants of the Robert

E. Cole Apartments, Chester Area SeniorHousing were faced with limited electricalpower. Some residents lost all or partialpower and some were not affected at all.All in all we worked together and were able

to get back to normal three days later whenelectricity was fully restored

During our time of need we had the helpof our community. The tenants were never

left without someone there and never left inharms way. The community support wasconstant. After spending Sunday into late

Monday at the facility, Jim Zeis, JanetHoven and I were so happy to see the com-

munity step in to help us. Members of theFire Department and Rescue Squad werethere to assess the situation. Members ofthe Congregational Church helped us moni-tor the halls and made a wonderful Monday

night dinner, Loretta Stewart, Russi and

Chris Champi were there to assist us servingdinner and monitor the halls. Food was pro-vided by Chester Diner, Dunkin Donuts,The Publick House, Redwoods, and

ShopRite. Skyland Bank provided us withsandwiches, coffee and water and RobinHueneman made a wonderful dinner ofpasta and salad. As you can see Chester isa wonderful place to live.

I personally want to thank our Boardmembers Jim Zeis, Janet Hoven, HarryGorman, Loretta Stewart, Terry Michuraand William Renzetti for their help and aspecial thank you to William Thompson

who helped us keep our building secure forour tenants.

Thank you all. The tenants are now set-tled into their daily routine and we will con-tinue to help make CASH a great place to

live.Sincerely,Anne Lise MacMillan, PresidentChester Area Senior HousingBoard of Trustees

Washington Township RecreationDepartment is hosting anOktoberfest luncheon on

Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at 11 AM atthe Washington Township Senior Center in

Rock Spring Park, Long Valley.The event will include a catered lunch-

eon of Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, warmGerman Potato Salad, Mixed Vegetable,

Dinner Roll, Apple Strudel and Beverage.

Participants will enjoy Polka music fromKevin Curry.

The cost of this event is a non-refundablefee of $8.00 for residents and $9.00 for non-residents. Please send your check made

payable to Washington TownshipRecreation to:

WT Recreation, 50 Rock Road, LongValley, NJ 07853 before October 12, 2011.

Oktoberfest Luncheon andEntertainment

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Comedian Jim Breuer will perform on

Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 8:00p.m. to benefit the Chester First AidSquad. The event will take place at theChester Fire House, Hoffman Hall, MainStreet in Chester. Tickets go on sale FridaySeptember 2, and are $35.00 for open seat-

ing. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and theshow will start promptly at 8:00.

To purchase tickets or for more informa-tion, call 908-391-9268.

Mr. Breuer is a stand-up comedian, actor

and radio host, and a one-time SaturdayNight Live cast member, and author of Im

Not High.About Chester First Aid Squad

The Chester First Aid Squad (CFAS)

located in Chester, NJ is a volunteer, non-profit, organization that provides emer-

gency medical services to sick and injured

residents of Chester and surrounding towns.CFAS was established in 1945 and becameindependent from the Fire Company in1987. CFAS currently operates threeambulances and a support unit and consistsof approximately 50 members, many of

which are certified Emergency MedicalTechnicians (EMTs). On average CFASruns over 800 emergency calls a year.CFAS works closely with the Chester Vol.Fire Company, and Chester Borough and

Chester Township Police Depts. In additionto these local organizations, CFAS works

with other mutual aid squads in the area,hospital-based paramedics, and state andprivate Aeromedical helicopters. For more

information about the Chester First AidSquad, visit: www.chesterfi rstaid.org.

Jim Breuer to Perform at FundraiserBenefiting Chester First Aid Squad

D

r. Michael Hyjek from ValleyChiropractic and Wellness

Center will be presenting aBackpack Safety & Injury PreventionWorkshop on Tuesday September 13,2011 at Valley Chiropractic & WellnessCenter from 7:15 pm to 8:00pm. This

presentation will educate students, par-ents, and teachers about the health issuesconcerning backpacks and relatedinjuries. Come and learn the secrets to

maintaining a healthy back and the prop-er way to carry a backpack. The first 7 to

sign up and attend this workshop will

receive a free ergonomic backpack. Dr.Mike will conduct a backpack weigh in,as well as discussing issues of properbackpack use. For more information and

to register today contact ValleyChiropractic & Wellness Center at(908)876-8777.

Zion Lutheran Church of Long Valleywill dedicate their new Parish Centeron Sunday September 18th at their

10:30 worship service.A corn roast will fol-

low the dedication service.A community open house will follow

between 3-5pm. The public is invited to

stop in and view the new building.

Zion Lutheran Church of Long ValleyNew Parsih Center Dedication and Open House

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Bigger and better than ever, the longrunning Chester Lions ClubOktoberfest will be presented this

year on September 24th and 25th at ChubbPark in Chester.Keeping with tradition, the Oktoberfest

will focus on celebrating traditional music,native dress and a special Oktoberfest beeronly available for a short time. A carnival

atmosphere pervades Bavarias biggestparty and Chesters Oktoberfest will not beoutdone.

Authentic German foods includingbratwurst, German potato salad, sauerkraut

and smoked pork chops will be offeredalong with tasty apple strudel, delicious

beehive cake and authentic plum cake.The weekend long event will offer non-

stop entertainment. The Adlers, a notable

German Band will perform familiarGerman tunes and will be accompanied byspectacular dancers, bell ringers and watergoblet musicians.

Activities for the more energetic will

include Pony Rides, Rock Climbing Wall,Obstacle Course, Super Slide, Sand Art,Spin Art and more.

Volunteers from area schools and organ-izations make the Oktoberfest functionsmoothly every year and this year will be noexception. Community involvement andgenerous sponsors allow the Chester LionsClub to continue its contributions to numer-

ous charities. In previous years the net pro-ceed from the Oktoberfest were donated tosuch organizations as Soldiers Angels, anorganization that supports our service menand women and the Lions Eye Research

Foundations ophthalmic surgeons of theUniversity of Medicine and Dentistry of

New Jersey specializing in glaucoma treat-ment.

With your support, the Chester Lions

Club can continue its effort to help others.Join us for a family fun day, youll enjoyyourself. For further information contactPhil Savell at 908 879 6543 or visit ourwebsite at Chesterlionsclub.com.

Chester Lions Club Oktoberfest

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By Cheryl Conway

Who would think that going foracupuncture treatment would pointsomeone, not only into a healthier

lifestyle, but a new career?Well it has for Kearstin Saya of Flanders,

who five years ago went for Acupuncture atSkylands Acupuncture and Wellness Centerin Long Valley for migraines, and is not onlyfeeling better but has recently started her newcareer as an Acupuncturist.

Saya, 25, joined the practice at SkylandsAcupuncture as an associate just this monthand is working as a full-time licensedAcupuncturist. Receiving her national certi-fication, Saya is a Diplomat of the National

Certification Commission for Acupunctureand Oriental Medicine. Saya is also licensedby the Medical Examiners Board of NewJersey.

"My mission as an acupuncturist is to pro-vide the best possible care to every patient Iencounter, says Saya. To facilitate healingof the mind, body and spirit through the useof Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine aswell as lifestyle and Chinese dietary coun-seling. To empower patients with education,provide preventative healthcare and inspire ahigher quality of living."

Acupuncture is a traditional ChineseMedicine and art that originated in Ancient

China over 5,000 years ago. The AncientChinese discovered that every living beinghas energy that flows through invisiblemeridians (energy lines) throughout thebody. This energy, known as "Qi" is themotive life force. In healthy individuals theQi flows smoothly through the channels/meridians. Imbalance in the flow of Qiresults in illness and/or disease, according toSaya.

As an alternative to medicine, needles areinserted to various points on the body to treatvarious conditions, disorders and symptoms.Acupuncture can be used as a sole method oftreatment or as an adjunct therapy.

By inserting the needle, we are relieving

the pain by moving or supplementing Qi orenergy, says Saya.

We try to treat the root cause so the per-son doesnt have the symptoms forever,says Saya. When you use medication youare masking the pain.

Saya was first introduced to acupuncturefive years ago after suffering from migrainesfor five years. She was a patient of DeborahWaddell, Acupuncturist and director ofSkylands Acupuncture. After being treatedfor migraines by Waddell, Saya was sold onthe ancient technique.

Before going to acupuncture, Saya suf-fered from side effects from prescription

medication prescribed by her neurologist.I was prescribed a really strong preven-

tative prescription medication which landedme in the hospital because of the sideeffects, explains Saya. Double vision, chestpains and the feeling of passing out weresome of the symptoms Saya encounteredfrom the medication.

With acupuncture, as well as lifestyle anddietary changes, the migraines subsided,she says.

Saya had been attending FarleighDickinson University in Madison at the time,where she earned her Bachelors degree inBiology, when she became a patient atSkylands and was turned on to Acupuncture.

I knew I wanted to do something in themedical field, says Saya. After the first day(at Skylands) I thought it was amazing.

Deborah Waddell, director at SkylandsAcupuncture, not only treated Saya withacupuncture for her migraines, but she intro-duced her to an area of healing that she hadnever experienced and invited Saya in toobserve her at work.

After one day spending with me, she wenthome and said to her mother I know what Iwant to be, describes Waddell, a diplomatof acupuncture and licensed acupuncturist in

NJ. Saya had been observing Waddell as anapprentice for the last five years, while work-

ing there as a receptionist and learning aboutthe practice.

At the same time, Saya attended theEastern School of Acupuncture and OrientalMedicine in Montclair for three years toobtain her masters degree, and then spentanother year working on a clinical internshipat The Veterans Hospital of East Orange andthe student clinic at The Eastern School ofAcupuncture.

Hiring Saya was an opportunity Waddellsays she could not pass up.

She is so personable, says Waddell.She has a passion for wanting to help others.Shes very genuine.

Waddell, who has been at the practice by

Saya Joins Skylands Acupuncture in Long Valley

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herself since its inception 10 years ago, isready to share her knowledge and maybeeven turn the practice fully over to Saya

when she retires.Im winding down, says Waddell, hus-

band is getting ready to retire. Its time forme to wind down a little bit and not work asmany hours.

She knows how I run the practice, saysWaddell. She sees how I interact with thepatients. She will ease right into it.

Having a grandfather as a doctor played agreat influence in Sayas desire to work inthe medical field.

As a child growing up, I was about fiveyears old, he used to bring me to the hospital

to do rounds with him, describes Saya. Ienjoyed being around the patients.As an Acupuncturist, Saya treats various

disorders and symptoms, both pain and psy-cho-emotional, from A to Z, such as diges-tive disorders, reproductive issues,headaches, migraines, stress, sports injuries,muscular issues, depression, constipation,arthritis, smoking cessation, nausea, insom-nia, addictions.Basically everything, buta gun-shot wound, she says.

Saya is also certified for acupuncturefacial rejuvenation, a treatment offered atSkylands which aims at correcting theappearance of the face as well as the body'simbalances that result in aging.

While conditions vary out of the 60patients Waddell sees each week, treatingthose with reproductive issues has been oneof the most rewarding, says Waddell.

I have baby pictures all over my walls,says Waddell. Many of these women weretold they would never have a baby with theirown eggs. They were told theyd have to usedonor eggs or they would have to adopt. Wehave so many ReproductiveEndocrinologists that weve proven wrong.

After seven years of trying to have a baby,one patient came to Skylands to tryAcupuncture and after five months got preg-nant and delivered a healthy baby girl, saysWaddell. There are countless stories.

I have one woman who was told shedhave to live with her shoulder pain for therest of her life; of course she is pain free,after having four treatments of Acupuncture,says Waddell.

As for cancer patients, Waddell says wedont treat the cancer, but work with the sideeffects of cancer. Chinese dietary therapy isalso used to prevent future chances of cancerthrough diet and Acupuncture, she says.

I get to make a difference in so manypeoples lives and I do it in a way whichcauses no harm, says Waddell. Drugs hurtpeople; they help people but while theyrehelping them, it hurts them. Its a dream

come true. This is the best profession- youhelp people with no side effectsit doesnt

get any better than that.For Saya, its exciting, says Waddell.

She has her whole career ahead of her.For each patients initial visit, Saya takes

a detailed health history; looks at the thepatient's tongue, one of the diagnostic toolsused determine imbalances; and checks sixpulses on each hand to determine not onlythe rate but the quality of energy in eachmeridian system.

These steps help us come up with adiagnosis, then we come up with a treatmentplan, says Saya.

Saya treats her patient by inserting nee-dles, which are all disposable, pre-sterilizedand pre-packaged. Once the needles areinserted, the patient relaxes for 20-30 min-utes. An average treatment may require 15needles, but it depends the persons condi-tion.

Most find it relaxing and take a nap, shesays. Most of the needles are painless.Needles are the width of about three hairs. Atthe most, a tingling sensation may be felt ora sting but subsides, she says.

Depending on the person and howchronic the issue determines how manytimes they need to come back, says Saya.Some may need to come back once a weekfor five to ten treatments. Others can takemuch longer to treat, depending on how

long theyve had the condition. Once theyare feeling better, then we wean them off.

Its not just needles.Saya has also been trained in Chinese

dietary therapy and lifestyle changes to helppeople with pain or illness. For some condi-

tions, she may prescribe Chinese herbs orformulas concocted in a liquid or pill form;dietary therapy; and lifestyle counseling.

We are trying to cure the whole body andget at the root cause so it doesnt comeback, says Saya. We like to educate thepatients as well so they can make choices forthemselves. Acupuncture also acts as apreventative medicine to prevent colds andthe flu, she adds.

Sayas goal is to treat patients with thesame compassion that was given to me whenI was in pain. We treat every patient withcompassion and care.

She has so far enjoyed her new profes-sion.

I like interacting with the patients, saysSaya, getting to see their smile at the end oftheir treatments, its very rewarding.

Acupuncture is a practice Saya firmlybelieves in and recommends.

It helps the body to do what the body ismeant to do which is heal itself, says Saya.Its safe, its effective. Its the all naturalway to do it. There are no side effects.

For more information, visitwww.skylandsacupuncture.com, or to make

an appointment, call 908-876-3643.

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he license plates on the cars in thelots read California, Massachusetts,New York, New Jersey plus many

other states. It was less than a week afterHurricane Irene, but nothing would have

kept these cars and their drivers from thisparty. What kind of party draws such ded-ication that nothing keeps them from it? Itis Lead East known as the Worlds Biggest50s party.

The event, run by Appleton productionsin Long Valley, started 29 years ago as acar show, but has grown to be a celebrationof everything 50s. Held at the Parsippany

Hilton, the event draws thousands of partic-

ipants and spectators each year. This year,the event had been extended a day, due todemand. It began on the Wednesday before

Labor Day.Ive been attending the event for at least

20 years. I did wonder if the disastrousweather would have dampened the spir-it...or attendanceof those bringing theirclassic cars. It didnt. While some vendorsseemed to be late, the cars and their owners

werent. Diehard attendees who have beencoming for years claimed their spots. Somepeople come as groups and set-up theirhang-outs. There was a tiki island bar

Nothing Stops The Worlds Biggest 50s Party

A classic Charger was admired by spectators.

that looked like it was fresh from a beachmovie. Car clubs put up their banners and

decorated their spots. One hung 45 rpmrecords as ornaments. Some individualsdressed the part as women walked around intheir peddle pusher or poodle skirts. Anoutdoor screen was up for the drive-in

that would be showing classic movies dur-ing the event.

Lead East is not only about having fun, italso gives back. This year Lead East helped

raise funds for three organizations. Theresults were posted on its website(www.leadeast.net): Salvation Army (to aid

Hurricane Irene victims) over $1000, IronMan (benefitting children of slain and

injured veterans) nearly $1000, and Make-A-Wish Foundation (making dreams come

true for kids with life-threatening illnesses)$28,730. (The 50/50 winner took home$14,365).

Of course, cars are the main thrust ofLead East [Lead is a synonym for custom

car] and they didnt disappoint. The clas-sics gleamed as people walked aroundadmiring the owners wheels. A few driv-ers at a time would cruise around the lot, let-

ting other ogle their rides.Every year, it is like there is a homing

signal to the Parsippany Hilton. No hurri-

cane or flood will stop the party. 2012:Lead East hits its 30th year.



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October is Breast Cancer AwarenessMonth, and Alfonsos Salon is offering

hair extensions in two different shades ofpink, to raise money for breast cancer researchand hopefully an eventual cure. The extensionsare $12. each, and all profits and donations fromthis fundraiser will go to theSusan G. Komen Foundation -Passionately PinkFor The Cure.

"We always do something in October forBreast Cancer Awareness", says AlfonsoMerola owner/stylist of Alfonso's Salon atSutton Plaza in Flanders. You hear of somany people that have been affected eitherdirectly, or indirectly, when it happens to afamily member, or relative, neighbor, or co-worker. It's important for everyone to be dili-gently aware of it, and to do what we can tobring the cancer rate down. Presently the bestdefense against breast cancer is prescreeningto stop it before it happens."

The salon will start the fundraiser the lastweek of September and continue to the endof October. In 2010 the salon was able toraise $5,000.00. This year with everyone'shelp they hope to exceed that amount,appointments are suggested, but notrequired. The process only takes a couple ofminutes, the extensions are compressed intothe hair, and can be taken out at any time.With proper maintenance they can last up to

four months, if the hair is pre-shampooedwith a non moisturizing shampoo and notconditioned at the root area prior to getting itdone. The extensions are good quality humanhair and can be curled or flat ironed.

For clients that dont want an extension,but want to donate to the cause, donations arebeing collected in a jar up front at the salonlocated at 293 Route 206, Sutton Plaza,Flanders, and at Valentino's Pizza next door.

Alfonso's Salon is a full service salon witha great staff and has been in business for 30years, specializing in all hair services, cut-

ting, color, styling, keratin treatments andmore.

2nd Annual Pink Extensions

For The Cure from Alfonso's Salon

NJ Blood Services, which suppliesblood products and services to 60hospitals throughout the state, is in

need of volunteers to work blood drives. Theblood service volunteer is an integral member

of the collection team whose task is to assistdonors with registration, escorting and canteen

duties, and to watch for post donation reac-tions. Volunteers should have the ability torelate to the public, be able to perform differ-ent jobs as needed and have the willingness tofollow the rules. For additional information

contact R. Jan Zepka at 732-616-8741 or [email protected].

Blood Drive Volunteers Needed

Send us your photos, press releases andupcoming events and well publish

them in our next issue.Email us at [email protected]



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Local Expert Shows NJ Parents HowTo Get The Most Money For Their

Childrens College Education

New Jersey parents suffering with

finding ways to pay for their chil-

drens college education can final-

ly get the solutions to their college funding

problems.

Most families who earn $75,000 or more

and own a home assume they are not eligi-

ble for financial aid. However, most fami-

lies with income over $100,000 are actually

eligible for some types of need based

financial aid. They simply need to know

how to get their fair share.According to Newell, there are several

easy things parents can do to substantially

increase the amount of money they get from

colleges. For example, There are several

schools that historically give better finan-

cial aid packages than others, says Newell.

If families do proper income and asset

planning before filling out the forms, they

can increase eligibility by thousands of dol-

lars.

Newell offers a few simple tips to par-

ents with college funding problems. If a

parent has only half an hour to end their col-lege funding problems, I would suggest thefollowing:

1. Make sure they do not over-value their

home on the financial aid forms2. Try not to save money in the childs

name as it weighs more heavily than theparents savings

3. Dont be afraid to negotiate with a col-

lege for a better financial aid package.Newell offers New Jersey parents with

college funding problems a free booklet

that explains the 9 most common collegefunding problems and solutions. Free copies

will be distributed at the seminar listedbelow.

Mr. Newell will be conducting a freeone-hour seminar for parents of college

bound high school juniors and seniors at thefollowing location: The Chester PublicLibrary on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at7:00 p.m.

Reservation only! Seating is limited.

Reserve your seat today by calling toll free1-800-928-8464.



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PATTERN POINTERSDon't be afraid to introduce patterns into your home

ON

YOURSIDEExplaining thedifferentsiding options

BUILDING A BUDGET Things to consider when budgeting your home improvement project

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Radon is a naturally occurringradioactive gas that comes fromthe decay of uranium found in mostsoils. Radon can enter the home bymoving up through the ground andinto the air above before moving intoa home in a variety of ways, includingthrough cracks in solid floors, throughconstruction joints, and throughcracks in walls. Gaps in suspendedfloors and around service pipes areadditional entry points for radon. Once

radon enters a home, it then becomestrapped inside, where buildup canoccur. Radon buildup can potentiallybe very harmful or even fatal. Aradioactive gas, radon is amongthe leading causes of lung cancerin the United States. In fact, onlysmoking causes more lung cancerdeaths than radon, which can enter ahome whether that home is new, old,well-sealed, or drafty. Homeownersconcerned about radon, which isinvisible and odorless, should have

their homes tested.

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Things to consider

when budgetingyour homeimprovement project

Before beginning a home improvementproject, homeowners should construct abudget to ensure the project is a success.

Home improvement projects havebecome de rigueur for todayshomeowners. Be it a kitchen remodelor the ever popular man cave project,home improvement projects remain a

goal for many homeowners.As enticing as a home improvementproject might be, no project can besuccessful until a budget has beenestablished. The right budget will keephomeowners from going deep into debtwhen improving their homes, ensuringthat, upon the projects completion,they can fully enjoy their revampedcastles without the specter ofsignificant debt hanging ominouslyover their heads.

Before beginning a home improvementproject, homeowners can take thefollowing things into consideration.

Personal finances: It sounds simple,but homeowners must examine theirfinances before starting a homeimprovement project. Just because abank will loan out money for a projectdoesnt mean the project is affordable.Homeowners should compare theirmonthly expenses with their incomes,and then determine whats left thatmight be able to go toward a project.

Monthly expenses include everythingfrom groceries to mortgage payments.When the comparison betweenmonthly expenses and monthly incomehas been made, homeowners can geta grasp of just what they can andcannot afford.

Credit score: Many homeownersfinance home improvement projectswith loans from the bank. Particularly inthe current economy when banks arebeing forced to tighten lending

requirements, securing such loans isnteasy. Homeowners with significantcredit card debt should eliminate suchdebt before beginning a project. Doingso serves multiple purposes. First and

foremost, eliminating outstanding debtwill free up more money to allocatetoward the project. Eliminating debt willalso make loan applicants moreattractive to prospective creditors,increasing their chances of securing aloan and a lower interest rate.

The projects priority: Budgeting ahome improvement project alsoinvolves being honest as to just hownecessary the project is. For example,a man cave might be a dream project,but should it be a priority over other

things around the house? If wear andtear is taking its toll on the roof, forinstance, the money going toward theman cave should probably be allocatedto replacing the roof instead. If aproject is low on the priority list buthigh on the want list, re-examine thoseprojects higher up on the priority list todetermine if they are more deserving ofimmediate attention and funds thanvanity projects.

Overrun costs: Not every homeimprovement project will come in at or

under budget. Many, in fact, go overbudget due to a host of factors.Homeowners should not be caught offguard when a project goes overbudget. Instead, plan for the project togo over budget and expect suchfrustration. Allocate extra money in theoriginal budget for overrun costs. Thiswill reduce stress and frustration, and ifthe project comes in under budget,then theres extra money when theproject is completed.

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On your side

UNDERSTANDINGDIFFERENT SIDINGOPTIONS

Seemingly from the moment a home ispurchased, its new owners startenvisioning ways to transform their newpad into their dream home. Once theyturn their key for the first time,homeowners enter an empty home andsee a blank slate on which they canimprove.

But even before homeowners entertheir new home, chances are thehomes exterior has inspired a fewimprovement ideas as well. One of themore common home improvements ischanging a homes exterior siding.Many new homeowners want to changetheir homes appearance with siding butmight not be sure which option is thebest fit for them. The following guide tosiding options might help make thisdecision that much easier forhomeowners still on the fence.

Vinyl: Vinyl siding is a popular choiceamong homeowners who dont want tobreak the bank to change their homes

exterior look. Vinyl siding is one of themore affordable siding options, andmany homeowners are attracted to itsdurability and reputation as a very low-maintenance siding option. Seamlessvinyl attracts homeowners because ofits aesthetic appeal. In general, vinylsiding is wind-resistant and unlikely torot, scratch or blister, and vinyl sidingdoes not attract insects nor is itsusceptible to mold or mildew. However,some vinyl siding cannot withstand

extremely cold weather.

Solid wood: Wood siding can last fordecades and many homeowners loveits old-fashioned appeal. However,homeowners who dont want the hassleof worrying about their homes exteriormight be better suited to other options,as wood siding can be difficult tomaintain. Because wood will expand orcontract depending on the season,wood siding is prone to cracking orsplitting, and especially humid climatesmight foster mildew in wood siding.Wood siding typically requires restaining

or repainting every few years, and suchmaintenance is necessary throughoutthe sidings lifespan. Proper and routinemaintenance of wood siding can alsohelp reduce the risk of termites or mold.

Aluminum: Durable and affordable,aluminum siding is easier to maintainthan wood, though many homeownersstill choose wood over aluminum on thebasis of aesthetic appeal. Manyhomeowners often come down todeciding between aluminum and vinylsiding, and environmental concerns

might come into play when making thatdecision. Aluminum siding is consideredby many to be the more eco-friendlyoption, as some feel vinyl siding is badfor the environment and might evennegatively affect human health.Aluminum siding is generally wind-resistant and homeowners enjoy itsstatus as a relatively low maintenancesiding option.

Stucco: Many homeowners preferstucco siding because of its unique

makeup that allows them to choose adesign and color uniquely their own. Amanufactured product made up ofcement, lime, sand, and water, stucco iseasy to maintain and can last a verylong time. Stucco installation, however,is an intricate process and homeownerscan expect to pay more for stuccosinstallation than they would with otheroptions, even though the installation canbe finished very quickly, particularlywhen compared to wood siding.

Stucco remains a popular siding optionamong homeowners who want tochange their homes aesthetic appeal.



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Many homeowners want to introducepattern to their rooms but dont knowwhere to start. They may wonder if twopatterns match or how to determinescale. It may take a little practice, but

using pattern is easier than one maythink.

Nothing adds visual interest to a roommore than pattern and color. Whilehomeowners may have the knack withcolor, they may shy away from pattern.Individuals can trust their instincts theyre usually right. For those who havemastered pattern with their wardrobes,

its time to try out some pattern in homedesign.

Varying pattern size adds dimension to aroom. Not every pattern should be thesame size and variety, otherwise things

can look too matched and staged. Tryvarying patterns of similar colors butexperiment with size. For example, placea largely patterned area rug on the floor.An ottoman may feature a medium-sizedpattern. Mix things up by alternatingthrow pillows in a floral or paisley printwith subtle stripes. However, make surethe texture of the fabrics match. Gauzy

curtains with heavy chenille pillows mayclash.

When selecting patterned items, choosesimilarly colored items. This way even ifthe fabrics or patterns arent exactly thesame, theyll look cohesive throughcolor. For a room to feel a bit moreupbeat, consider complimentaryopposite colors. If you prefer a morerestful atmosphere, try a palette of colorsfrom the same family. Just vary theintensity of the shades.

Homeowners who have gained somepattern confidence may want to strikeout on their own to create a room that isunique. Those who still need a little helpmay want to consider taking the path ofdesigners before them. There are certainpatterns and fabrics that have alreadybeen established as working together forcertain design styles. Here are a few.

American Southwest: Navajo patternsare at the forefront of this design styleand can be used on upholstery orpillows. Use a smaller-scale stripe onwindow treatments. Solid-shaded throwpillows in a complementary color to the

Navajo pattern will coordinate well.

English country: This style is about

large-scale chintz on sofa and draperies.

Mix in narrow striped, slip-covered

lounge chairs for a little extra panache. American country: A small floral print

on the sofa or comforter can be offset

with a large country quilt pattern hung on

the wall as a wall treatment.

Checkerboard checks, medium stripes

on draperies or select crocheted

valences coordinate well.

18th century: Lavish patterned fabrics

in chintz or paisley featuring golds and

robins egg blue are just some of the

options for classic decorating.

Modern: Mix stripes and geometricpatterned items in splashes of color to

add a modern feel to a room.

Individuals can experiment with patterns

to make a room more personalized and

less of a neutral blank page. If it proves

difficult to come up with patterns that

work together, look at design magazines

or books for some inspiration.

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Use a magazine picture as inspiration foryour room, then select similarly shaped and

scaled furnishings that mimic the look forless money.

Interior designers have a knack forpulling together furniture andaccessories to create rooms withwidespread appeal. But not everyhomeowner has the resources to hire aprofessional to help turn their interiorfrom drab to fab. Fortunately, it doesntalways take a pro to transform a homes

interior.The key to creating a beautiful room isplanning. Designers do it and so shouldyou. Measure the dimensions of theroom and create a sketch of the areausing graph paper or computer software.Be sure to plot any windows or doors onthe drawing so that you will be aware ofobstacles.

Homeowners unsure of what they wantshould browse through magazines orpictures on the Web for inspiration.Search for key phrases that describe

your design style, such as Tuscan,farmhouse, country, colonial, etc. Thenread up on the components of thesestyles that define it. This will help youselect items that fit with the style.

Once a particular style has been chosen,

create a design board just like theprofessionals. Cut out swatches offabric, select paint swatches, findmagazine pictures that fit with your goaland arrange them on a piece of posterboard. See how the i tems work together.If you are unsure of colors, see whichshades were used in the inspiring picture

and determine if it will coordinate withyour home.

When designing, identify or create afocal point in the room and build off ofthat. This may be a large window,fireplace, or even the entertainmentcenter if its a family room. Placefurniture around the focal point and thenmove outward.

Its also important to keep scale in mind.Large walls or tall ceilings will createplenty of wall space. A small print or wallhanging will be lost in such an area. Be

sure to choose furnishings andaccessories that fit with the scale of theroom. In other words, a huge sectionalmay overpower a small living room.

When choosing colors, make sure theyare cohesive. Research the color wheel

that artists use to help with designing theroom. Some colors are complementaryor opposites and still work together.Homeowners nervous about colorshould choose a color from fabric orfurniture and use a few different shadesof the same color in the room. Select anaccent color that can be used on trim or

as a spot of color on a pillow oraccessory.

When plotting wall hangings or otherdecor, odd numbers often look morepleasing to the eye. Experiment withdifferent sizes of framed artwork ordifferent shaped accessories for visualappeal. For example, a few rectangularshaped items with a circular clock and aconical flower vase can mix it up in theroom. This is where looking at magazinelayouts can be extremely helpful.

Many stores sell items that mimic the

look of higher-priced items. Whencopying a designer room, select piecesthat are similar, but not necessarily thesame brands. Consider shopping atsecond-hand stores or antique shops fordiscounted pieces. With a little new

fabric or stain, many items can look like

new again. Shopping online also may

enable shoppers to find items more

readily and see how they look in staged

rooms.

When designing, it never hurts to think

outside of the box. Items that were

intended for outside may work wellinside as well. Hanging lanterns or plant

stands could be put to use in a rustic

room. Save some money by making

some items yourself. For instance, if you

cannot find a particular throw pillow or

drapery that fits with your style, go to a

fabric store and purchase fabric to make

your own.

Decorating doesnt have to cost a

fortune or look like you pieced odd items

together. By following the guidelines of a

designer room and selecting lower-

priced items that mimic the shape and

scale of similar accessories, its possible

for any homeowner to create a room for

less.

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EASYAND ECONOMICALSOLUTIONS FORTHOSE POSTPONEDREMODELING PLANSby Gale Steves

If you cannot wait any longer tomake some much needed

changes in your home, you arenot alone. Americans are onceagain getting ready to begin thehome improvement process.This pent-up energy oftenbegins in the kitchen, a roomthat gets a lot of wear and tearbut also seems to go out offashion more quickly thesedays.

This time around, you will bemore cautious like manyconsumers are with their

choices and costs and yetyou want to make observablechanges.

The most obvious change isinstalling a new countertop.Remember that countertopsrepresent 30 percent of thecolor in any kitchen. Create newexcitement by simply replacingyour tired, scratched or stainedcounter surface with one made

from the latest generation ofpremium laminate.

The latest additions to thepopular WilsonartHD HighDefinition design series reflectnew interest in natural, classicand tumbled marble, limestoneand travertine.

The good news is thisfashionable look is availablewithout the high cost of stone orthe constant maintenance thosestones require.

These lighter, less patterned

laminate designs are perfect fortodays hectic lifestyle. In fact,the new cost-efficientcountertop can be installedwithin a few hours and withoutdisrupting family life. They alsogive an existing kitchen thepromise of a whole new lookthats universally appealing.That equals a big change forsmall change.

All of these new designs areavailable in a new surface effect

of a lower matte-gloss sheenthat seems almost glazed. TheGlaze texture is actually alayering of matte features overa glaze of semi-gloss. Thiscreates a timeworn result that isless reflective and morerestrained. Its a perfectbalance for the sophisticateddramatic materials that are partof todays kitchen: stainlesssteel, chrome, copper, and evenglass.

Wilsonart patterns benefit fromAEON Enhanced Performancetechnology, which brings fourtimes the scuff and scratch-resistance of conventionallaminate, as well as five timesthe wear resistance to thesurface. Unlike granite, thesurfaces of these new laminatesare non-porous and never needto be sealed.

Here are some other remodelingideas that will have high impactwithout high expense:

Replace your old refrigerator withan energy-efficient model. Look inthe big box stores for floor modelsor even those with a little dent onthe side, which will never be seen.

Refresh your cabinets with a coatof paint, and change all thecabinet hardware in the process.This makes everything look new.

Swap out your old ceiling lightfixture and install under cabinetlighting as well. A little light canmake a dramatic difference.

Change your sink or sinks.Consider a new sink when adding

a laminate countertop. Thesesinks were designed to bemounted to a laminate surface.

Still puzzled by the process or needmore help choosing the right color orpattern for your countertop? Visitwww.WilsonartHD.com for many goodanswers.

Gale Steves is a frequent contributor to

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PLANS OfferInspirationand Beauty

Now there is. A brand-new series offree, inspirational deck plans isavailable online atwww.realoutdoorliving.com. Featuringfive deck plans ranging in side from atownhome to a two-story deck on a

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Each of the five plans TheTownhouse, The Stratford, TheColonial, The Islander and TheTranquility have their owninformational page that includes freedownloadable plans and a completematerials list. Additional deck plans willbe added to the site in the comingmonths.

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Ever researched deck plans, only to findnothing fits your home just right? Thedesign isnt right, its too big for your home, itstoo small for your home, its too high off theground, its too low to the ground, you dontlike the grill bump-out, the stairs are in the

wrong place isnt there a deck out therethats perfect for YOUR home?



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THE HIDDENCOST OF

CONVENIENCEWith so many different devicesdeemed necessary these days,people often are unaware of theamount of energy used and thecosts associated with keepingthese devices running. While therehas been a lot of discussion onvampire devices, electronics thatcontinue to consumer power even

when in the stand-by position, itseems that many other everydayhidden costs are overlooked.

Take a refrigerator that was purchasedten or more years ago. It may still berunning today just as strong, and appearthat is does not need replacing. But didyou know that the refrigerator technologyhas improved energy efficiency featuresand offer better performing motors tohelp save electricity? According to theCalifornia Energy Commission(www.consumerenergycenter.org), olderrefrigerators could be costing you up to

$280 a year in electricity. A newer, more

efficient model could pay for itself in a

year or two.

Similarly, if you have an older television

with the classic cathode-ray tube in it,

even if just as a secondary TV in the

bedroom, it still may be consuming more

energy than you think. A study done by

Cornell University found that a similar

size LCD monitor compared to a CRT

monitor used nearly 69 percent less

energy (25 watts (LCD) vs. 80 watts

(CRT)), including 40 percent less when in

stand-by mode. With the energy

difference in mind, it might be the last

evidence you need to justify buying a new

TV for the bedroom.

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By Elsie Walker

I

s that Minnie Mousewith a dark wet nose?

Paging Nurse Johnson!

Wait, does that nurse have along tail? Humans arentthe only ones that like todress up for Halloween.

Dogs like to get into thespirit, too. They can do thatwhile helping other animalsby participating in NoahsArks annual Howl and

Hike. The event, whichincludes a pledge walk, willbe held on Sunday October16th from noon 4pm atHorseshoe Lake, 72 Eyland

Avenue in Succasunna.This event is one of our

signature fundraisers andallows us to continue the

programs our communityneeds: pet adoption, hous-ing and care for homelesspets, guidance and supportfor pet owners dealing with

challenges related to petownership, reduced cost

spay and neuter and humane

education, said ToddCramer, Executive Directorof Noahs Ark Animal

Welfare Association Inc.

Theres no admission fee(though donations are sug-gested). The event includesthe pledge-raising walk, a

doggie costume contest,music, vendors, plus theopportunity to make a dif-ference in a pets lifethrough adoption. About

300 people are expected,most with their dogs.

Noaks Ark is still seek-ing sponsorships for thewalk. Cramer noted that the

association appreciatesthose who are already sup-porting the walk or supportthe shelters work all yearlong: Custom Sign Source,

Well Bred Pet Boutique inChester, Doug FinleyPhotography, Petfinder.com, Morris Animal Inn andMorris K-9 Campus, D&V

Landscaping, Christie

Engineering, The Pooch

Howl and Hike: A Great Time for Dogs and Their Humans

One participant steals the attention at a past Howl and Hike

by coming as Minnie Mouse.

Human aren't the only ones who like to come in costume.

This dog came as a nurse to a previous Howl and Hike.

Spa, Vet Dispatch andPetango.com

As a pledge-raisingwalk, the Howl and Hike is

an event where walkers can

ask friends, family, col-leagues and their employersto sponsor their participa-tion with a monetary

pledge. Besides individual

walkers, teams of walkerscan be formed (such asscout troops, companies,etc.), raise the pledges col-

lectively and then walk

together with a team logo orbanner.

Our goal is to raise$25,000 this year and we

continued on page 27



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Deborah Waddell,Dipl. Ac., C.A.

Valley Professional Center, 59 East Mill Road (Rt. 24),Suite 2-201-A, Long Valley, New Jersey, 07853 (908) 876-3643

Treating: Mental and Emotional Issues Musculo-skeletal and Neurological Upper Respiratory Tract

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SPECIALIZING IN INFERTILITY IN FEMALES & MALES

Being Healthy Is A Revolutionary Act!A Manifesto For Thriving In A Mixed-Up World TakeCharge Of Your Health, Now!

THE WAY WE ARE LIVING IS CRAZY! The

United States currently produces more obese, chron-

ically ill and depleted people than it does vital, fit,

resilient ones and this trend is growing by leaps and

bounds. Two out of three U.S. Adults is overweight or

obese. At any given time, half of us are contending with at

least one chronic disease. How many of you reading thisnow are reliant on pharmaceuticals whose side effects and

interactions undermine your health and quality of life.

Our children, too, are becoming ill and prescription

dependent at younger and younger ages, and now their life

spans are being shortened as a result. ENOUGH

ALREADY! Our collective lack of vitality has become an

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You, yes you, can change this!

THERE ARE POWERFUL SOCIAL, ECONOMIC

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From the processed food industry to pharmaceuticals, well-

funded interests rake in huge amounts of money off our

unhealthy population. Theyve been doing it for decades,

and they pay billions of lobbying dollars to make sure they

can keep doing it. This special interest not only manipu-

lates public policy and the media to our disadvantage, they

conduct huge misinformation and marketing campaigns

designed to keep us buying into products and behaviors that

you and I know hurt us.

Their message? That their health-sapping options are

wholesome, easy, appealing, cool, fun, affordable, delight-ful indulgences that will make us and our lives so much bet-

ter! And, most of the country has taken the bait. Overall,

the American people have been brainwashed into adopting

daily behaviors and choices that poison our bodies, fog our

minds and cost us billions in medical bills. Do you agree?

Heres what those powers-that-be wont tell you: Buy into

what currently passes for normal in America, and youre

unlikely to stay healthy for long.

FORGET ABOUT QUICK FIXES There is no

magic diet, powder, pill or elixir! Forking over cash for

quick fixes only lines the pockets of the quick-fix hucksters

who helped get us into this mess. So instead of squander-

ing your valuable time and money on miracle cures, investin making healthy life changes for the long haul, which is

what Chinese Medicine is all about. The Asian cultures

have the most people, living a vibrant life, past the age of

100. It is unfortunate that now many of these cultures have

adopted our western diet and are now facing the same

health challenges we are.

Chinese Medicine is a preventative medicine which

always takes ones diet and lifestyle in account; it is a major

part of how we diagnose during your initial visit. Chinese

Medicine believes that food is the most powerful drug in the

world but it can also kill you.

THE TIME FOR COMPLICITY IS OVER. Tempting as

this may be, we cant blame this ALL on a conspiracy of

health-sapping influences. Yes, it is true that were sur-

rounded by supersized junk foods and sedentary pastimes,

yes; weve been saddled with misleading labels and indus-

try-influenced dietary guidelines. Yes, weve been bom-

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and downright lousy advice, like wonder bread builds

strong bones, really! But still, weve taken a lot of that sit-

ting down. For too long, weve allowed ourselves to be

over-prescribed, overfed, under- informed and

overindulged. Weve been quick to embrace superficialsolutions and half-baked ideas. Weve permitted ourselves

to be pandered to in the name of ease, convenience and

value and weve grown passive, expecting effortless

cures to come from the outside.

Conspiracy theories notwithstanding, the greatest threats

to our well-being lie in the health-sapping decisions we

make every day by default. Because healthy choices have

been rendered tougher than they should be, and because

like frogs in hot water weve been willing to tolerate the

intolerable until now! Chinese Medicine has been helping

families stay healthy and prevent disease from happening

for thousands of years. You can turn around your health, it

is your choice. What do you choose?THE RESISTANCE IS ALIVE AND WELL. Every day,

more and more of us are waking up to the realization that no

one is going to save us but us! Were getting clear that if

we dont want to get sucked into an unhealthy quagmire,

weve got to start swimming against the tide. Its time to

put on your bathing suits, so to speak. Lets us help you.

Come learn about what it takes to keep your body and mind

strong and well. You will be buying and preparing more

whole, nutritious foods and avoiding processed junk. You

will start moving and sweating and exploring, but you are

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armed with resources to help you on your way to vibrant

health. We are dealing with the root causes of your health

challenges, rather than simply suppressing your symptoms.

In short, we are treating your health like the fundamental

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for your own well being. And you will discover how good

that feels.

This is an excerpt from experiencelifemag.com

Deborah Waddell completed her Masters level

degree from the Eastern School of Acupuncture in Mont-clair, NJ. She received her Acupuncture Certification

from the New Jersey Board of of Medical Examiners

(C.A.) and from the National Commission for the

Certification of Acupuncturists (Dipl. Ac.). Deborah also

has a degree in Biology and Chemistry with summa cum

laude Honors from Felician College.

Did you know?

Many people are worried about their electronic

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device. In addition, cell phones and Internet accounts can be

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invasion of privacy that can have serious health implica-

tions. Being aware of the dangers can keep people safer

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have a generous donor (who wishes toremain anonymous) who has agreed tomatch the first $4k raised. All pledge-raisers

earn a prize and there are other prizesearned based on amount of pledges raised.

We have three grand prizes for the top threeindividual pledge raisers: A flat screenHDTV, Ipod Touch, and lunch and moviefor two. The top team wins lunch for a max-imum of ten at Ron's Landmark in Netcong.

Team members are eligible for individualprizes as well, said Cramer.

Hes also come up with a unique way toinspire the associations Board of Trusteesand staffs fundraising efforts for the event.

I've issued a challenge to our board oftrustees and staff: Raise $6k collectivelyand they can do anything they want with myhair and then I will wear the hair style and akilt while greeting our patrons on a busy

Saturday afternoon. The staff and board arenot eligible for the prizes so I wanted toissue an internal challenge. Top internalfundraiser gets a prize as well, saidCramer.

Howl and Hike...continued from page 27 A part of the Howl and Hike that gets

everyones attention is the costume contest.Those dogs that come in costume can com-pete for the title of scariest, cutest, and mostoriginal. Those dogs that get their humancompanion to dress up as well can vie for

the Best Owner/Dog Pair.In addition to the walk and costume con-

test, there are other things in store to makesure the attendees have a howling goodtime. Music will be provided by Eric

Hayes. WDHA's Terry Carr will be the MCand WDHA's Street Scene Team will be onhand with prizes. There will be food and avariety of activities: a Smooch-A-Pooch

booth, race cowboy Ed on Hippity Hopinflatable horses, microchip identifier clin-

ic, Pet-I-Cure nail clipping boutique,Petcasso pet painting where your dog is theartist, and a best Jack OLantern contest.

There will also be assorted vendors.Theyre referring to the latter as the Bow-Wow bazaar. It will include: jewelry, K-9Campus dog training and daycare, Sam'sClub, dog walking services, dog collar and

leash vendors. The association is still seek-ing vendors.

There will also be a chance to give a pet

a forever home.We have a new feature at Howl and

Hike this year: Adoption Alley. Noah's Arkwill be there with dogs and other groupssuch as Mount Pleasant Animal Shelter, St.

Hubert's Animal Welfare Center, and FatherJohn's Animal House will have pets avail-able for adoption, shared Cramer.

The Howl and Hike offers an enjoyabletime for human and canine alike . When

asked what was the best part of the event,Cramer replied, The best part of Howl andHike is gathering with our community andtheir pets for an afternoon of fun family

activities that won't break the bank. Itmoves us to see so many people come out to

support us. To register to collect pledges for thewalk visit www.noahsarknj.org and click on

the Howl & Hike link for full details and todownload the brochure and pledge forms.Walkers can create their own onlinefundraising page which can be posted toFacebook and Twitter or emailed to friends

to make it easier to raise pledges and winprizes.

Presbyterian Church of Morris Plainswill host Family Fun Day on

Saturday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to2 p.m. The event offers a day of fun for fam-ilies of young children and features a pet-ting zoo, pony rides, a pumpkin patch,games, crafts, food and so much more.

Families are invited to come out and enjoythe day and share friendship with neighbors.

This free outreach event will be held rain

or shine and is provided by the PresbyterianChurch of Morris Plains, located at 400Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, N.J. Formore information, call 973-229-4145.

Presbyterian Church of Morris Plainsto Host Family Fun Day

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