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he March 16 meeting of the Lake Musconetcong enjoy the lake’s recreational assets. The infestation of water
Regional Planning Board will feature a review of the chestnuts which made boating on the lake difficult was con-
results of last year’s efforts to control the growth of fined to small areas of the lake last year and its continued con-
invasive species in the 329 acre lake that borders Sussex and trol is a high priority for this year.
Morris Counties. The March 16 meeting, to be held at 7 pm at the Netcong
Through the coordinated efforts of the Lake Board, the Municipal Building on Maple Avenue, Netcong, will include
municipalities bordering the lake, the State and the Lake a presentation by Allied Biological president Glenn Sullivan.
Musconetcong Community Association, a combination of Sullivan will review last year’s program and provide an
herbicide treatments and manual harvesting was completed in overview of plans and expectations for the up-coming season.
2010. Allied Biological applied the herbicide treatment while The meeting will also include an update on the annual
area volunteers provided labor which resulted in what many “Clean the Lake Day” which will be held on Saturday, April
lake-watchers have indicated was a successful attempt to con- 16.
trol the growth of invasive species, improve the lake’s envi- The meeting is open to the public and area residents are
ronmental well-being and encourage boaters and fisherman to encouraged to attend.
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HS Students Participate in Rutgers French Day
Fish and Chip Dinner
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roop 754 is hosting a Fish and Chip Dinner for the first Friday of Lent,
March 11,2011 and also on Good Friday April 22.
Lenape Valley Regional HS students Cora Pennell (left) and Katherine Phan at Rutgers
University French Day.
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tudents from Lenape Valley Regional learned about job opportunities with French
High School recently attended the and pursuing French in college. They were
Rutgers University French Day. The also able to sample a college lecture in French
two students in the photos are seniors and participate in a guided tour of the French
Katherine Phan and Cora Pennell. They works of art at the Zimmerli Art Museum.
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opatcong High School Drama Club will be performing Me and My Girl. The
play will be held at Hopatcong High School from March 31 to April 3, 2011.
The performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday are at 7 p.m. The perform-
ance on Sunday, April 3 is at 1 p.m. All performances are open to the public and will
be held at Hopatcong High School, 2 Windsor Ave, Hopatcong, NJ. The cost of admis-
sion is $8 for adults and $5 for seniors and children.
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hen people think of babies, one of things they disposable diapers for sanitary reasons “ For those who $312 a month for a health change of diapers. Healthy but
think of is diapers. It is a logical association. If can’t afford enough diapers, their baby or toddler may end incontinent seniors often become homebound if they can’t
there’s a baby, there must be diapers and usually up with much fewer changes, maybe even only one change afford supplies. Incontinence is among the most common
plenty of them. However, that isn’t always true. In today’s a day. That can increase the risk of skin diseases or hepati- reasons for the elderly to be placed in nursing homes. “
economy, some families can’t afford diapers. A “healthy” tis. What can be done to help those in need?
diaper change is considered changing the diaper 10 – 12 Babies are not alone in the need for diapers, there are In answer to that question, the Diaper Bank was started.
times a day. According to the site for Child and Family many disabled children who never outgrow diapers (even The Child and Family Resources Diaper Bank takes in dia-
Resources, located in Mt. Arlington, a healthy change of going into their adulthood) and even some elderly who need pers and distributes them to those in need through dozens of
diapers costs $112 per month for children. The site also them. Child and Family Resources notes that for the dis- non-profit organizations. Child and Family Resources
notes that “in 2007, Morris County had 1,316 children abled “diaper costs are not covered as medical necessities counts among its distribution partners: The ARC of
under 5 living in poverty according to the U.S. Census and can devastate families. For child care, school, and job Morris, Interfaith Council for Homeless Families, Children
Bureau. Safety net programs do not cover diapers---not training, many disabled children and adults require inconti- on the Green, Little People’s Academy, Jersey Battered
Food Stamps, not WIC, not Medicare (except hospice). nence supplies.” When it comes to those elderly that need Women's Services, NORWESCAP Early Head Start
Program, Parsippany Child Day Care Center, Catholic
Charities Hope House, and the Morris County Office of
Knee Deep Club’s Second Ice Fishing Contest Results Temporary Assistance.
Where do the diapers come from? The community.
Submitted by Tim Vanderhoof Perch/Crappie Division:
They come from individuals, community groups, churches
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ighty-five ice anglers participated in the Knee Deep First place: Greg Coughlin of Mansfield with a 1 lb., 10 oz. and businesses who want to make a difference. Money for
Club's second ice contest of the year. A total of $340 Crappie diapers can be collected or the diapers themselves. In the
(20 percent) from the $1,700 in entry fees went to Second Place: Tony Accetta of North Brunswick with a 1 past, the Diaper Bank has seen individuals ask for diapers
the clubs stocking fund, leaving a prize pool of $1,360. A lb., 6 oz. Crappie for the bank in lieu of birthday presents. Groups hold
pay out of $227 went to first place, $136 to second place Third Place: Larry Partika of Bridgewater with a 1 lb., 5 oz. events and make diapers the entrance “fee”. There are a
and $91 to third place for each division. Crappie variety of diaper-raising things that can be done.
Pickerel Division: All Other Division: Child and Family Resources’ website notes that its goal
First place: Chris Czyz of Garfield with a 5 lb., 2 oz. First place: Roman Pera of Wallington with a 6 lb., 9 oz. is to collect and distribute more than 2 million diaper. To
Pickerel Walleye date, it has collected over 100,000 diapers for 600 eligible
Second Place: Tom Costello of Kearny with a 4 lb., 12 oz. Second Place: Peter Rathjens of Wharton with a 4 lb. children, disabled, and adults in Morris County.
Pickerel Largemouth Bass The need is great. Help the Diaper Bank reach its goal.
Third Place: Roman Pera of Wallington with a 4 lb., 7oz. Third Place: Chris Czyz of Garfield with a 3 lb., 13oz. For more information on the Diaper Bank, please call Claire
Pickerel Walleye at 973-601-6157.
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Eleventh Hour Rescue’s
Benefit Golf Outing
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n Tuesday, May 24th, Eleventh Hour Rescue will
hold its Fourth Annual Benefit Golf Outing at the
prestigious Wild Turkey Golf Course, Hamburg, NJ,
at the Crystal Springs Resort.
Slated to be one of Eleventh Hour Rescue’s biggest
events for 2011, the Golf Outing will be a day of golf, with
lunch, a cocktail reception, dinner and prizes, all to benefit
homeless dogs that have been rescued nationwide by
Eleventh Hour Rescue. In addition an Afternoon at the
Reflections Spa is offered as an alternative to golf.
There will be various Hole-In-One contests, raffles,
prizes for the top 3 foursomes and much, much more. The
day will begin with registration at 11:00am, lunch at noon,
and a 1:00pm “shotgun” Tee Off. Cost for participation is
$225 for golfers, $225 for the Afternoon at the Spa, and for
others wishing to enjoy dinner and cocktails, the cost is
$75.00 per person. This is Diddley from Eleventh Hour Rescue. He’s a young
To read more about his exciting event, please visit our Spaniel mix with a very interesting under-bite in his jaw
web site at: www.ehrdogs.org structure that makes him look like a Chihuahua. It’s so
About Eleventh Hour Rescue: Meet Betsy/Abbie from Eleventh Hour Rescue. She is a 3 unusual that it gives his appearance a lot of great charac-
Eleventh Hour Rescue has saved over 4,000 animals to year old coonhound who is housetrained and crate trained. ter and really makes him look unique. However, what
date. We are absolutely strict on our no-kill policy. She loves the outdoors, car rides, and meeting new people. makes this cute, little 30 lb, guy even more special is the
Eleventh Hour Rescue (EHR) was officially formed in After a tiring romp outdoors, she prefers to curl up on the way he wants to hug you and the affection he gives to
July of 2004. EHR is strongly opposed to shelters inhu- bed or couch and enjoy a good belly rub. She was recently humans and other animals as well. His foster mom reports
manely euthanizing animals simply because of overcrowd- given up by her family as their life situation changed and that he likes to help groom the cats that he lives with by giv-
ing. EHR rescues animals primarily from shelters where
Abbie (originally called Betsy) was not part of their new ing lots of good kisses to the very patient felines. He is
this practice is widely used as a temporary solution to
severe overpopulation problem. These are wonderful, high- plans. She’s a good girl who deserves a chance for a new extremely gentle and loving in his actions. He loves a car
ly adoptable animals that society has tossed aside. start in life. Currently in a foster home, she’s ready to come ride and is crate trained too. To read more about Diddley,
Started with 3 volunteers – EHR is now 100+ volunteers to your home now. To read more about her, to see all of our to see all of our adoptable dogs, to see our upcoming
strong. Everyone in the group is dedicated to the mission adoptable dogs, to see our upcoming events, or to make a events, or to make a donation, please visit our web site at:
because of their compassion and love of animals. donation, please visit our web site at: www.ehrdogs.org www.ehrdogs.org
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March 2011 Students of the Month from Lenape Valley High School (left to right): junior Andrew
Labell, senior Jenna Wilson, freshman Amanda Madonna, sophomore Reilly Boyle, and (standing)
Principal Mr. Douglas deMarrais.
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he following students were selected Jenna Wilson (senior), Andrew Labell (jun-
recently for Lenape Valley's ior), Reilly Boyle (sophomore) and
Regional HS Students of the Month Amanda Madonna (freshman).
for business and information technology:
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avid Messrobian starting playing ing over ten years in a technical job he just dent just turned twelve. Most students learn self. Not wanting to”settle for any instruc-
guitar when he was just five years couldn’t go on. He had this passion for Rock, Heavy Metal or Blues. Every student tor”, Mezzy began digging into every orfice
old. By the time he was 11 his Dad music burning inside him. He quit his job to is motivated and does well here, says David. of music from classical to rock , to metal
told him to get up during a church service start his own company and success has fol- David is also known as Mezzy Shredder funk, classic and R & B , Blues music, jazz,
and they played Bob Dylan for over 250 lowed his passion. It is true do what you he has played with bands Warhorse, Blind soul as well as a catalog of music from
parishioners. He knew from that moment on love and you never feel like you are work- Soul Junkie , Trendkill, Rezination and the Chuck Berry And Buddy Holly. I learned
that playing a guitar and being part of a ing. I can’t believe I come to work everyday Mezzy Shredder Project. “ There is nothing very early on that you can always learn
band was his passion. He grew up in New loving what I do and I get paid for it. He like the feeling the vibe of a good audi- something from every style of music and
Jersey and graduated form Hopatcong High already has many students ranging from ence.” Mezzy has been a big fan of Yngwie being open to every facet of music is best to
School. He is the kind of guy you like ages 9 to 70! “ I have a fourteen year old Malmsteen’s since 1984 after reading about becoming the best player you can be, which
instantly when you meet him. After spend- that is better than most adults!” Another stu- him in Guitar Magazine .I was always is all I ever wanted to achieve. “Now I just
obsessed with speed and thought of speed. “ want to write the best music that I can and I
"Take Control of Your Health" In Stanhope I just had to play like that at any cost and
was willing to do any amount work neces-
hope I can inspire someone else to do the
same.”
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he Sussex County Department of strategies and techniques for dealing with sary to reach that level of playing. There are As a professional David will loan a stu-
Human Services, Division of Senior the pain, fatigue, frustration, and other lots of fast guitar players out there but when dent a guitar for thirty days so we can figure
Services is sponsoring “Take Control symptoms shared by those experiencing I discovered [Malsteens’s] playing. I was out if they want to keep playing. Students
of Your Health,” a nationally recognized chronic conditions regardless of their par- completed shocked. How many are able to also learn the business of music and what it
and proven program, at the E. Louise Childs ticular disease/disorder. They will be play fast and furious and still maintain an means to be part of a band. I will be offer-
Memorial Library, 21 Sparta Avenue, empowered to communicate effectively ample amount of melody at those breakneck ing ensemble classes which are designed to
Stanhope, NJ. “Take Control of Your with healthcare providers and create action speeds? Some of Mezzy’s other influences teach students how to play in a band situa-
Health” is designed to enhance the wellness plans that will further enable them to take Nicolo Paganini and Richie Blackmore for tion. I make sure the students are practicing.
of those dealing with chronic conditions charge of their situations. “Take Control of their huge influence on Yngwie’a style. Students can text me anytime with ques-
personally or as caregivers. The six work- Your Health” is offered at NO COST and Eddie Van halen, Steve Vai, Jake E. Lee and tions. David often gets invited to gradua-
shop series is scheduled on Mondays, available to adults of any age. Joe Santriani for their superior technical tions, birthday parties. I just recently attend-
March 22 thru April 26, 2011, from 1 p.m. Contact the Sussex County Department qualites and Megadeath, Metallica, Pantera ed a student’s Eagle Scout celebration.
to 3:30 p.m. Sessions are 2 ? hours each of Human Services, Division of Senior and Iron Maiden for the high octane energy For more information about David go to
and facilitated by trained volunteer peer Services at 973-579-0555 or seniorser- they create. www.mezzyshredder.com or call him at
leaders who are also dealing with chronic vices@sussex.nj.us for additional informa- David is self educated, understanding at Garden State Guitar Academy 973-770-
conditions. Participants will learn practical tion or to register for the program. an early age that he was left to teach him- 2500.
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Local Organist
to Lead The Saint Cecilia Mass
Organist/Choir Director Henry Repp rehearses with singers for the St. Cecilia Mass.
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aint Cecilia is the patron saint of Repp will be the organist and Joanne
musicians and church music. She is Christine Hansen will be the harpist.
frequently depicted playing an organ The organist-choir director at the
or other musical instrument. It is said that as Peapack church for 27 years, Repp has a
she was being beheaded, she sang praises to number of impressive credentials. His
God. biography notes that: “He studied with
Seeing a stained glass window of St. Robert MacDonald at the Riverside Church
Cecilia in a Rockaway church, Henry Repp in New York City and the Cathedral
fell in love with it. A well-known area con- Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark,
cert organist and the choir director-organist New Jersey. He accompanied performanc-
at the Peapack Reformed Church, Repp, of es of Handel’s Messiah for many years with
Netcong, was inspired to do the St. Cecilla the Dover area Oratorio Choir. He has also
Mass by Charles Gounod as a Palm Sunday been accompanist for the Sussex County
afternoon service of music to begin holy Oratorio Society, the Livingston Festival
week. Choir Concerts, and the Livingston
That service of music will be held on Broadway Show Tunes Revue. In addition,
April 17th at 4pm at the Peapack he has performed numerous organ concerts
Reformed Church located at 224 Main on a variety of organs including St. Thomas
Street, Gladstone. Church in Manhattan and the Cathedral of
Repp explained that the St. Cecilia Mass the Sacred Heart in Newark. He has been
is from the Romantic Period which stressed affiliated with the New Peapack Players and
melody and coincided with the reign of served as musical director for productions
Queen Victoria. Sources note that while of Our Town and Caught in the Villain’s
many masses were composed by Gounod Web. He was the founder of the Peapack
and other Romantic composers, typically Reformed Church Community Choir which
they were written to be performed in a con- has performed The Seven Last Words of
cert hall. The Saint Cecilia Mass is different Christ by Dubois, Requiem by Faure as well
in that it was intended to be part of a reli- as Cantique de Jean Racine, Brahms
gious service. Requiem and Schubert’s Mass in E flat.
A press release from the church shares Repp is currently accompanist for the Pike
this about Gounod’s Mass: “With its mov- County Choral Society and has accompa-
ing “Credo,” a galvanizing “Kyrie,” and a nied them in performances of Handel’s
glorious “Agnus Dei,” the Saint Cecilia Messiah, Mendelssohn’s Elijah, Brahms’
Mass is one of the best of the Romantic German Requiem, Gilbert and Sullivan
period. The powerful “Sanctus,” considered Highlights, Vivaldi’s Gloria, Mozart’s
the climax of the piece, is often performed Requiem, and the annual Christmas pro-
by itself as an anthem. “ grams.”
The piece includes singing by a chorus Hansen’s biography notes performances
and soloists, accompanied by harp and both nationally and aboard: “She was the
organ The Peapack Reformed Church continued on page 10
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hree, two, one and
Submitted by Judith Vander Voort Following the meeting, lunch will be
they’re off. That was
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he Hopatcong Women's Club will served. Speaker, Louise Bagby, will give a
the sound as Cub
hold its monthly general meeting at presentation, Introduction to Massage and
Scout Pack 93 of Netcong
10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, March Meditation. All local women are invited to
held their annual Pinewood
23, 2011, in the Hopatcong Civic Center. attend. For further information, please call
Derby on Sunday, January
This is a change from the original date. 973-398-1267 or 973-398-5021.
23, 2011. Scouts, 39 in
total, from Budd Lake,
Freezing Weather Brings Melt-Down Deals at Flanders, Hopatcong,
Netcong and Stanhope,
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity attended this classic event
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ight now you can stop by the ReStore can save and help Sussex County families along with their families,
on Milk Street in Branchville for improve their housing? Stop in and see what for a chance to race their
melting prices on furniture and stain- we have! Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 hand-made cars to victory.
First, second and third place winners: Kyle Costanza, Mike Plut
less steel appliances. Everything is in good noon. For more information, please visit First to cross the finish and Noah Winget
condition. So why pay full price when you www.sussexcountyhfh.org. line was Kyle Costanza as
fellow scout, Mike Plut took
second and Noah Winget
Local Organist... earned third place.
continued from page 9 St. Michael’s of Netcong
is the charter organization
principal harpist of the Orquesta formed with New York City Opera National
for Cub Scout Pack 93,
Filarmonica de Bogota, Colombia and prin- Company, Key West Symphony and in var-
which is led by Cubmaster,
cipal harpist of the Sinfonica Nacional de ious music festivals including
John Rizzo. The Kiwanis
Panama. Ms. Hansen traveled to Ascona, Glimmerglass Opera Festival, the Spoleto
Club of Lenape Valley is the
Switzerland for two season engagements as Festival, Festival Musical de Santo
scout pack’s Pinewood
a classical solo harpist. Since her return to Domingo, International Festival of Dance-
Derby track sponsor.
the United States in 1995, Ms. Hansen has Santiago de Cali, Arizona Opera Festival
“It’s always a great day
appeared regularly with the Manhattan “Der Ring des Nibelungen”.
to race when you are with
Chamber Orchestra, Connecticut Grand For more information on the Palm Committee members and leaders set up before the festivities
your scouting buddies,”
Opera and American Repertory Ballet Sunday service of music, call the PeaPack began: John and Katherine Rizzo, Holly Plut, Dan Winget, Tom
Rizzo said.
Orchestra, among others. She has also per- Reformed Church at: 908-234-2733. Patamia, Joe Picatello, Chris Magrini, Brian O'Connell
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often hear the complaint of low libido There are some things we can do about it! magic pill or cream. Over the counter stimulants like Zestra or
(or sex drive) from menopausal women. The number one proven method is exercise! 50% of libido is psychological! lubricants like KY, to ease the way!
They think there is something wrong It increases endorphins, our bodies own Sooooooo.........You have some work to do! Above all,communicate with your part-
with them. (or their partner does!) Libido is hormones that make you feel good about Plan date nights, reconnect with your part- ner, enlist his help to overcome this wane in
tied to the biologic process of procreation, yourself, which increases your sex drive! At ner. Get a hobby, take up golf, get involved you sex life. He will be very happy to
or making babies. Our bodies are pro- least 30 minutes six days a week is recom- with your favorite sports team, find some- oblige!
grammed to desire sexual relations in order mended. thing you can do together! You may find that sex and intimacy may
to produce an offspring. Some women find hormone replacement Hold hands, sneak kisses and embraces be better than ever!
Menopause,when the body stops produc- therapy helpful. It eases some of the effects
ing an egg each month, is a normal natural of menopause like hot flashes and night
process that robs the body of the hormones sweats. Vaginal estrogen can be very help-
Pedal For A Cure
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n Sunday, March 20th, Pedal for a treatments for hard to cure pediatric can-
Cure will be hosting an indoor spin- cers.
ning event to benefit cancer Join us on Sunday, March 20th at:
research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering PARISI FITNESS CENTERS
Cancer Center in honor of local Chester 100 THE AMERICAN WAY
teen, Alex Boothe. MORRIS PLAINS
In March 2010, with no warning, Alex 8:00am to 12:00pm
had his normal teenage world turned upside Ride with friends, register yourself or
down when he was diagnosed with non- donate in support of Alex. You'll have fun,
Hodgkins Lymphoma, cancer of the lym- be inspired and above all support vital
phoid tissue. Alex has been a strong sup- research, bringing hope to people battling
porter of raising awareness and funds to this deadly disease. Bike donations are
help find a cure. $50/hour and include water and an event t-
100% of the proceeds raised will go to shirt.
support research at MSKCC, the world's To register visit: www.pedalforacure.
oldest and largest cancer center, to find new com
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for time and reserved ticket information.
fter the winter we have experienced,
who isn't ready for spring right The Symposium will include displays and
Complete Streets Conference
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about now? Springfest arrives in demos on everything to sow, grow and eat - movement is growing across the Counties and municipalities.
Sussex County, New Jersey on March 17 don't miss it! There will be a special cooking country to “complete” the streets – Actual and case studies from a County
and runs through the 20th at the Sussex demonstration, too! roads that are safer, more accessible, perspective as well as a municipal perspec-
County Fairgrounds in Augusta. This annual Whether a beginning gardener or an and easier for everyone – streets that enable tive will be presented, demonstrating that
event, now in its 15th year, will bring us the expert, this show will have something for safe access for all users, regardless of age, there is no singular design prescription for
breath of springtime we so desperately need. you. With 35,000 square feet chock full of ability, or mode of transportation. This Complete Streets; each one is unique and
The 5,000 square foot conservatory will be garden setups, the new hanging basket com- means that every transportation project will responds to its community context. A com-
filled with garden exhibits and blooming petition, The Marketplace shops selling make the street network better and safer for plete street in a rural area will look quite dif-
plants. Over a dozen specially designed gar- plants and plant supplies, educational drivers, transit users, pedestrians, and bicy- ferent from a complete street in a highly
dens will be situated throughout the show exhibits, the Kids Plant Your Own Zone, and clists – making your town a better place to urban area, but both are designed to balance
with flowers, waterfalls and ponds, arbors The Garden Café, there is plenty to enjoy at live. safety and convenience for everyone using
and stonework - a perfect way to get ideas Springfest. All lectures are free of charge A Complete Streets Workshop, focused the road. “We encourage municipal officials
for your next home project. After walking (with paid event admission); check the Web on providing municipal and county officials in the boroughs and townships to attend.
around the show, take a break and take in site for this year's complete listing. The edu- with information on planning for Complete There is something for everyone,” said
one (or more) of the many lectures from cational displays always provide great hand- Streets in both suburban and rural areas is Sussex County Freeholder Susan Zellman,
both nationally acclaimed and local speak- out material to get you started with your being presented on Thursday, March 31, who is coordinated the event.
ers. This year, Roger Swain of PBS's "The own garden or let you know about other 2011, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Waterloo Registration is limited to the first 100 reg-
Victory Garden", will be the featured lectur- great events and activities in Sussex County Village, Byram Township, NJ. Sponsored by istrants. The $10 fee, which includes a “box
er on Sunday. Tickets for this special event including our own Sussex County Birding the County of Sussex, and in cooperation supper” and handouts, is by check payable to
are $20 and include Springfest admission, and Nature Festival and the Sussex County with Morris and Warren Counties, the the Sussex County League of Municipalities,
Roger's lecture and the Edible Garden Farmers Market at the Fairgrounds (check NJDOT and the Sussex County YMCA, the and mailed to PO Box 251, Newton, NJ
Symposium. Check the Springfest Web site www.sussexfarmvisits.com for details). Complete Streets Workshop will feature pre- 07860. Registration deadline is March 15.
senters from NJDOT, from the RBA Group For questions and further information con-
and will also include two transportation tact Eric Snyder, Director, Sussex County
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Calendar of Events
Thu, Mar 17 Music: The Last to Follow/Eveningfall – pets stage hilarious stunts and skits. Music: The Wailin’ Jennys – Newton.
Springfest Flower & Garden Show (Mar Long Valley. The Studio of Long Valley, 62 Tue, Mar 22 Performing Arts Center at SCCC, Sussex
17-20) – Augusta. Sussex County East Mill Rd. $5. 8 pm. (908) 892-8581. Comedy: Seaton Smith – Randolph. County Community College, 1 College Hill.
Fairgrounds, The Conservatory, 37 Plains Metal rock. County College of Morris, Student Center- Tickets $8.50-morning, $9.50-$17.50
Road. Open to public. Admission $11 adults, Planetarium Show: Shapes in the Sky – Davidson Room, 214 Center Grove. Open to evening. 10:50 am & 7 pm. (973) 300-3171.
$8 seniors, free for children under 15; $6 Randolph. Planetarium at CCM, County public. Free. 7:30 pm. (973) 328-5076. An award winning folk band from Canada
Senior Day on Thu. 10 am - 5 pm, Saturday College of Morris, 214 Center Grove. Open Smith applies charisma and energy with performs their latest hits.
to 7pm. 973-948-9448 or www.springfest- to public. $10 adults; $5 children, students & unforgettable antics that leave audiences in a Stanhope Senior Citizens Club Meeting
gardenshow.com. NJ’s finest garden show seniors. 11 am, 1 pm & 3 pm. 973-328-5076. state of comedic euphoria. (4th Thursday of every month) – Stanhope.
features innovative garden displays, charm- Sun, Mar 20 MatheMagic! Starring Bradley Fields American Legion Hall, NJ Route 183. Open
ing shops and lectures. 5th Annual Storytelling Festival – ((Mar 22 & 23)) – Morristown. Community to seniors age 55+. Doors open 11:30 am;
Fri, Mar 18 Randolph. County College of Morris, Theatre, 100 South Main. Children grades K- meeting starts 12:30 pm. 973-347-9572. The
Music: The Black River Band – Long Student Center, 214 Center Grove. Open to 7. Tickets $8. Tue at 10 am and 12:15 pm, March 2011 meeting features a bag piper in
Valley. The Studio of Long Valley, 62 East public. Tickets $6. 12:30 to 4 pm. (973) 328- Wed at 12:15 pm. (973) 539-8008. “Math- celebration St. Patrick’s Day.
Mill Rd. $10. 8 pm. (908) 892-8581. Rock. 5076. Storytellers bring to life tales and tunes magician” Bradley Fields captivates students Fri, Mar 25
Sat, Mar 19 old and new. with illusions, tricks and comedy that engage Theater: A Year with Frog and Toad
8th Annual Matilda’s Bunny Brunch – Music: Hubert Sumlin – Whippany. children in math skills and creative problem (Childrens Theatre Series) (Mar 25-26, Apr
Morris Township. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Ukrainian American Cultural Center, 60 solving. 19-21) – Hackettstown. Centenary College,
53 East Hanover Avenue. Recommended for North Jefferson Rd. 973-585-7175. Blues. Workshop: Knowing When To Update Little Theater, 400 Jefferson. $10 adults, $8
children age 6 and up. $25 members, $30 Music: The Jennifer Leitham Trio – Your Estate Documents – Newton. Sussex for children under 12. Call for time. 908 979-
non-members. 1:30 pm. 973-326-7603. Hackettstown. Centenary College, Kutz County Library System - Main Library, 125 0900.
Children enjoy a ten carrot tea party to usher Theater at Lackland Center, 400 Jefferson St. Morris Turnpike. Open to public. Free, regis- Theater: All Shook Up – Morristown.
in spring and participate in the chasing of $15 advance, $20 at door. 4-6 pm. 908-979- tration. 11 am. 973-948-3660 x3418. Nancy Community Theatre, 100 South Main. $37-
rabbits ceremony in the garden. 0900. Part of the Spring “Lackland Jazz” Heslin Reading from Benz & Reading $67. 8 pm. (973) 539-8008. Musical brings
Music: Kodo 30th Anniversary-One Earth Series. Attorneys at Law will discuss the importance Elvis Presley’s music to life intertwined with
Tour – Morristown. Community Theatre, Popovich Comedy Pet Theater – of updating estate documents periodically. a story of love, mistaken identities, and
100 South Main. $42-$67. 7:30 pm. (973) Morristown. Community Theatre, 100 South Wed, Mar 23 more.
539-8008. The world’s greatest Japanese Main. Tickets $25. 3 pm and 7 pm. (973) Hopatcong Women’s Club Meeting (3rd Theater: Nightmare Alley (Mar 25-27) –
drummers explore the limitless possibilities 539-8008. Russian circus and juggling star Wednesday of month, Sep to May, except Chester. Black River Playhouse, Corner of
of the taiko. Gregory Popovich and his cast of performing Jan. March meeting rescheduled for Mar 23) Maple and Grove. $10. Fri 8 pm, Sat 2 pm &
– Hopatcong. Civic Center, Lakeside Blvd. 8 pm, Sun 2 pm. (908) 879-7304. The
Open to women residents. 10:30 a.m.. 973- Chester Theatre Group presents a special
398-1267. reading production of a new musical in
Workshop: Wood Stove Cooking, Part 4 – development.
Morristown. Fosterfields Living Historical Theatre: The Taming Of The Shrew (Mar
Farm, 73 Kahdena Road. Open to public. $35 25-27, Apr 1-3) – Randolph. Brundage Park
non-members, $25 members. 9:45 am to 2 Playhouse, Carrell Road. Tickets $10. Fri &
pm. Sponsored by Morris County Parks. Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2 pm. (973) 989-7092 or
973-631-5343 or sphillips@morrisparks.net. www.brundageparkplayhouse.org.
Session covers stews and biscuits. Ukrainian American Pierogi Dinner –
Thu, Mar 24 Whippany. Ukrainian American Cultural
Comedy: An Evening with Lily Tomlin – Center, 60 N. Jefferson Road. Open to pub-
Morristown. Community Theatre, 100 South lic. $10. 5 pm. (908) 994-3289.
Main. $57-$87. 8 pm. (973) 539-8008. Sat, Mar 26
Iconic comedienne Lily Tomlin (The Search Craft Fair – Lake Hopatcong. Our Lady
for Intelligent Life in the Universe) performs Star of the Sea Church, 204 Espanong Rd.
classic characters and offers wry observa- Open to public. Free admission. 10-3 pm.
tions about the human condition. continued on page 14
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continued from page 13 reminiscent of Carrie Smith and Etta Jones the Morris Area.
973-663-1933 or 973-601-3028. Fair features 50 vendors, a Tue, Mar 29 Lecture: On the Rocky Road Again, Ireland’s Economic
café, food, bakery tables and handmade crafts. Lecture: Understanding Memory Loss – Hackettstown. Woes (Gates-Ferry Lecture Series) – Hackettstown.
Model Train Show – Flemington. Flemington Elks Lodge, House of the Good Shepherd Continuing Care Retirement Centenary College, Sitnik Theatre at Lackland Center, 400
Route 31. Open to public. $5 ages 12+, $10 per family, free Community, 798 Willow Grove Street. Open to public. Free. Jefferson. Open to public. Free. 7 pm. (908) 852-1400 x2375.
under 12. 10-3. Sponsored by Black River Railroad 2 pm. 908-684-5722. Learn the ten warning signs associated Professor Cormac Ó’Gráda of the University College Dublin
Historical Trust. Www.brrht.org. with Alzheimer’s disease. discusses the history of Ireland’s economic woes.
Music: The Tartan Terrors – Hackettstown. Sitnik Theater Wed, Mar 30 Theater: Me and My Girl (Mar 31 to Apr 3) – Hopatcong.
at Lackland Center, Centenary College. Tickets $20-$22.50. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Meeting (last Hopatcong High School, Auditorium, 2 Windsor Ave. Open
8 pm. (908) 979-0900. Wednesday of every month) – Morristown. Morristown to public. Adults $7, seniors and children $5. Thu-Sat at 7
Theater: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (Childrens Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Road. Open to pm, Sun 1 pm.
Theatre Series) (Mar 26-27, Apr 16) – Hackettstown. public. Free but donation is requested. 7:45 pm. (973) 994- Fri, Apr 1
Centenary College, Little Theater, 400 Jefferson. $10 adults, 1143. Music: WNTI Benefit Concert with Steve Forbert &
$8 for children under 12. Mar 26-27 at 2:30 pm, Apr 16 at 1 Thu, Mar 31 Sarah Borges – Hackettstown. Centenary College, Whitney
pm. 908 979-0900. 9th Annual Garden State Film Festival (Mar 31 to Apr 3) Chapel. Tickets $20, order online at www.blackpotatoe.com.
Workshop: Scotty Watson’s Comedy Class – Newton. – Asbury Park. Paramount Theater (and other venues in 8 pm. Sponsored by Black Potatoe Records. 908-391-0769 or
Sussex County Community College, Performing Arts Center, Asbury Park), 1300 Ocean Avenue. Open to public. $. 877- 908-979-4355 ext 1. A folk and rock band continues to
1 College Hill. Free. 7-10 pm. Sponsored by Tri-state Actors 908-7050 or www.gsff.org. Independent film festival features delight audiences since the 1980s.
Theater. (973) 875-2950 or www.tristateactorstheater.org. some of the best up and coming talent in the industry. Theater: How to Pray (Premiere) (Apr 1-17) –
Learn improvisation techniques from one of the best teachers Complete Streets Workshop – Byram Township. Waterloo Hackettstown. Centenary College, Kutz Theater at Lackland
in the nation. Village. Open to municipal and county officials, limited to Center, 400 Jefferson St. $15-$25. Thu-Sat at 8 pm, Sun at
Workshop: Staging Your Home For Its Best First 100 registrants. $10, includes box supper. 5:30 pm to 8 pm. 2:30 pm; matinees on Apr 1, 3, 6, 10, 13, 17. 908-979-0900.
Impression – Newton. Sussex County Library System - 973-579-0500 x 5. Workshop provides information about the The NJ premiere of Michelle Carter’s play provides a fresh
Main Library, 125 Morris Turnpike. Open to public. Free, Complete Streets program to improve the safety and accessi- voice in tackling today’s issues with humor.
registration. 1 pm. 973-948-3660 x3418. Learn helpful tips bility of roads in suburban and rural areas. Sat, Apr 2
on how to effectively present your home to the broadest Great Conversations Dinner Fundraiser – Morristown. 2011 Pequest Open House and Fishing Flea Market (Apr
range of buyers. The Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road. Open to public. Tickets 2-3) – Oxford. Pequest Trout Hatchery, 605 Pequest Rd.
Sun, Mar 27 $175. Reception at 6 pm, dinner at 7:30 pm. Sponsored by (Route 46). Open to public. Free. Sat & Sun, 10 am to 4 pm.
Music: Antoinette Montague – Morristown. Community Arts Council of Morris County. (973) 285-5115, ext. 13 or 908-637-4125. A two-day festival for the entire family fea-
Theatre, 100 South Main. Tickets $15. 3 pm. (973) 539-8008. gmoran@morrisarts.org. Enjoy a special evening with a ver- tures fun activities, displays, exhibits and a flea market show-
Montague sings the blues with powerful and soulful vocals itable list of Who’s Who and help support the Arts Council of continued on page 15
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continued from page 14 Dorothy Henry Branch, 66 Route 94. Open Zimmermann. www.genesisfarm.org. Workshop provides
casing fishing gears and outdoor products. to public. 9:30 am to 3 pm. 973-827-8095. NAEYC Family Festival Gallery Show – hands-on experience in making little trees
Comedy: One Funny Mother - I’m Not Sale features gently used books and media Dover. Community Children’s Museum, 77 from big trees. Participants take home a
Crazy! – Newton. Performing Arts Center at appropriate for people of all ages. East Blackwell St. Open to public; for pre- newly grafted apple tree.
SCCC, Sussex County Community College, Music: Hanover Wind Symphony “To school children age 5 and under. Free admis- Mon, Apr 4
1 College Hill. Adults. Tickets $21.50- Life!” Concert – Randolph. Randolph sion. 10-3. 973-366-9060 or www.communi- Music: John Mayall – Whippany.
$26.50. 7:30 pm. (973) 300-3171. Middle School, 507 Millbrook Ave. Open to tychildrensmuseum.org. A festival for pre- Ukrainian American Cultural Center, 60
Comedienne Dena Blizzard takes an hilari- public. Tickets $20-$36. 7:30 pm. 973-539- school children and their family. Features North Jefferson Rd. All ages. $27.50 adults
ous look at the daily life of the American 4539. Concert is part of Temple B’nai Or’s crafts, story time, music and much more! advance, $5 children age 5-13, free under 13.
woman. fundraising and features guest soloist, saxo- Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser – Stanhope. 973-585-7175. Blues.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale – phonist David Demsey; conductors Philip First Presbyterian Church of Stanhope, 100 Tue, Apr 5
Vernon. Sussex County Library System - Hughes, Matthew Paterno and Kurt Main Street. Open to public. $12 adults, $5 Theater: Hamlet – Morristown.
children age 4-11, free for children under 4. Community Theatre, 100 South Main. $10.
4:30 to 7 pm. 973-347-5142 or 973-584- 10 am. 973-539-8008.
0282. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat spaghetti din- Workshop: Exploring the Creative
ner and help support the church. Process (Apr 5-6) – Newton. Sussex County
Temple Shalom Annual Art Auction – Arts & Heritage Council, 133 Spring St.
Succasunna. Temple Shalom, 215 Hillside Open to public. $35 per day. Tue & Wed, 6-
Ave. Open to public. Admission $10 9 pm. 973-383-0027. A two-part workshop
advance, $15 at door; cost credited to pur- that explores the creative process and pro-
chase of artworks. 7:30 pm. (973) 584-5666 vides practical ways to help bring creative
or www.tshalom.org. Auction features vari- ideas to fruition for people working in any
ety of fine arts and sports memorabilia. field. Day 1 is for artists and non-artists. Day
Complimentary beverages and refreshments 2 for artists only.
and free babysitting are available. Wed, Apr 6
Sun, Apr 3 Lecture: Bike Right – Dover. Community
Workshop: Grafting and Plant Children’s Museum, 77 East Blackwell St.
Propagation – Blairstown. Genesis Farm, Open to public; for children age 5-8. Free
41 Silver Lake Rd. (County Rt. 608, with museum admission. 11 am-12 pm, 2-4
Frelinghuysen). Open to public. $25, pre- pm. 973-366-9060 or www.communitychil-
registration. 1:30 to 5 pm. (908) 362-6735 or drensmuseum.org. Bicycle safety workshop
continued on page 16
FREE FREE
FULLY COOKED SOUTHERN STYLE
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continued from page 15 Sat, Apr 9 Savings Bank Theatre, 72 Eyland Avenue. Open to public. $5
covers correct helmet fit, bike fit and bike safety check. Class 2nd Annual Beefsteak Dinner and Comedy Night – Budd donation. 2 pm. (201) 745-7718. Festival features well-
is conducted by TransOptions. Lake. Budd Lake Fire House, 378 Route 46. Open to adults known poets, including Jean Le Blanc, Susanna Rich, Ed
Theater: Spring 2011 Women Playwrights Series (Apr 6, age 21+. Tickets $49. 7-11 pm. Sponsored by NJ Civic Youth Romond and Sander Zulauf. Light refreshments and chat ses-
13 & 20) – Hackettstown. Sitnik Theatre at Lackland Center, Ballet. 908-850-0709. Fundraiser features an all-you-can-eat sion with poets.
Centenary College, 400 Jefferson St. Open to public. Free. 7 beefsteak dinner, comedian Buddy Fitzpatrick, cash 50/50 Theater: Winnie the Pooh – Morristown. Community
pm. 908-979-0900. The annual Women Playwrights Series drawing. Theatre, 100 South Main. Children ages 4-10. Tickets $12.
returns with a non-stop line-up of new plays and workshops. Dance: NJ Ballet - Giselle – Newton. Performing Arts 1:30 pm and 4 pm. (973) 539-8008. Join Christopher Robin,
Thu, Apr 7 Center at SCCC, Sussex County Community College, 1 his best friend Pooh, and their animal friends for a delightful,
Music: The Dukes of Dixieland – Morristown. Community College Hill. $18-$25. 2 and 7:30 pm. (973) 300-3171. The eye-opening adventure.
Theatre, 100 South Main. $32-$47. 8 pm. 973-539-8008. The ghost of a peasant girl Giselle protects her lover from the Mon, Apr 11
oldest continuing Dixieland jazz band plays music that’s vengeance of a group of evil female spirits. Workshop: Coping with Loss (second Monday of every
blue, cool, brassy, and pure New Orleans. Music: Barry McArdle – Lake Hopatcong. Wearhouse month) – Newton. Joseph T Quinlan Bereavement Center, 61
Fri, Apr 8 Grille, 161 Route 181. (973) 663-2222. Blues, country and Spring Street (free parking at Trinity St municipal lot). Open
Bus Trip: QVC Studio Park & King of Prussia Mall – rock. to public. Free, donation requested. 7-8:30 pm. (973) 383-
Newton. Sussex County Community College, 1 College Hill. Music: Itzhak Perlman – Morristown. Community Theatre, 0115. Free support group for dealing with the loss of a loved
Open to public. $16.50 students, $26.50 staff, $36.50 others. 100 South Main. $75-$125. 8 pm. (973) 539-8008. one.
8 am to 7 pm. (973) 300-3171. Take a day trip to West Sun, Apr 10 Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting (2nd Monday of
Chester, PA to visit QVC Studio Park and King of Prussia Hopatcong Women’s Club Annual Fashion Show – every month) – Hackettstown. Heath Village Retirement
Mall. Hopatcong. Ridgewood Restaurant, 35 Brooklyn Stanhope Community, 430 Schooley’s Mountain Road. Open to public.
Music: Jungle Jazz Initiative – Hackettstown. Arts Off Road. Open to public. $35 per person, limited seating. 1 pm. 6:30 to 7:30. 908-684-5214.
Main Gallery of Fine Art, 128 Willow Grove Street. $7. 7:30 To reserve tickets, please call 973-398-5926 or 973-398- Tue, Apr 12
pm. 908-684-4278. 3626. Alzheimer’s / Dementia Support Group Meeting (2nd
Music: Rosanne Cash – Morristown. Community Theatre, Music: Notables Singers in Concert – Morristown. Tuesday of every month) – Hackettstown. Heath Village
100 South Main. $42-$67. 8 pm. (973) 539-8008. Enjoy a Bickford Theater, 6 Normandy Heights Road. $20 adults; Retirement Community, 430 Schooley’s Mountain Road.
performance by one America’s preeminent singers and song- $15 seniors and children under 12. 4 pm. (973) 222-6565 or Open to public. 6:30 to 7:30. 908-684-5236.
writers who also happens to be the daughter of Johnny Cash. (973) 543-2139, www.NotablesSingers.org. Women per- The Big Green Eco-Magic Show Starring Steve Trash –
Music: Tom Doyle and Sandy Cory, A Tribute to Les Paul formers sing “America’s Favorite Music” in sounds of Eco-Hero – Morristown. Community Theatre, 100 South
and Mary Ford – Long Valley. The Studio of Long Valley, Broadway, jazz and classic pop music. Main. Children grades 3-8. Tickets $8. 10 am and 12:15 pm.
62 East Mill Rd. Tickets $15 advance, $18 at door. 8 pm. Roxbury Arts Alliance Poetry Festival – Succasunna. (973) 539-8008. Rockin’ Eco Hero - Steve Trash® uses large
(908) 892-8581. Blues, jazz. Roxbury Performing Arts Center (RoxPAC), Investors continued on page 17
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continued from page 16 Series) – Hackettstown. Centenary College, Sitnik Theatre spring with a train ride along the Morristown & Erie
scale illusions and rockin’ music to illustrate ecological les- at Lackland Center, 400 Jefferson. Open to public. Free. 7 Railway’s historic Whippanong Trail accompanied by the
sons with humor and fun. pm. (908) 852-1400 x2375. Professor Brendan O’Leary of Easter Bunny.
Workshop: The Secret of Making a Small Business Web the University of Pennsylvania discusses the hotspots in Sat, Apr 16
Site Great – Morristown. County College of Morris at deeply divided places, such as Northern Ireland, Iraq and 24th Annual Skylands Juried Art Exhibit (Apr 16 to
Headquarters Plaza, 3 Speedwell Avenue, Room 102. Open Sudan. May 21) – Newton. Sussex County Arts & Heritage
to public. $35. 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Sponsored by SCORE of Fri, Apr 15 Council, 133 Spring St. Open to public. Free admission.
Morris, Sussex and Warren Counties. (973) 328-5527 or Bus Trip: Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty – Newton. Tue-Fri 9-3, Sat 12-4. 973-383-0027. Exhibit features
(973) 442-6400. Learn how to improve your existing Web Sussex County Community College, 1 College Hill. Open approximately 65 works selected from over 200 entries of
site or launch a new one when starting a business. to public. $11.50 students, $16.50 staff, $21.50 others. 9 am mixed media by artists in the tri-state area. These high-qual-
Wed, Apr 13 to 5 pm. (973) 300-3171. ity works are for sale to the public.
Theater: Into the Woods (Apr 13-16) – Randolph. County Exhibit: Over Here and Over There: Morris County’s Theater: If You Give a Pig a Pancake (Childrens
College of Morris, Dragonetti Auditorium, 214 Center Role in WWII (Apr 15 & 17) – Morristown. Morris County Theatre Series) – Hackettstown. Centenary College, Little
Grove. Open to public. Adults $15; seniors, students and Historical Society, Acorn Hall, 68 Morris Avenue. Open to Theater, 400 Jefferson. $10 adults, $8 for children under 12.
children $10. 7:30 pm, Sat matinee at 2 pm. (973) 328- public. $3-$6, children under 12 free. 1-4 pm. (973) 267- 11 am. 908 979-0900.
5076. Best-known, classic fairy tales are woven together 3465. Learn about Morris County’s continuing contribu- Sun, Apr 17
with the music of Stephen Sondheim in this Tony Award- tions to freedom and contributions by county residents dur- New Jersey Ballet: Cinderella – Morristown. Community
winning musical. ing World War II. Theatre, 100 South Main. $12-$15. 3 pm. 973-539-8008.
Theater: There’s an Alligator Under my Bed, A Theater: Love, Death, and Comedy! – Stanhope. Lenape Wed, Apr 20
Nightmare in My Closet and Something in My Attic – Valley Regional High School, Media Center, Stanhope- Comedy: Justin Kredible – Randolph. County College of
Morristown. Community Theatre, 100 South Main. Sparta Road. Open to the public; for ages 16+. Donation Morris, Student Center-Davidson Room, 214 Center Grove.
Children grades pre-K to 3rd. Tickets $8. 10 am and 4 pm. requested. 7 pm. Sponsored by Tri-state Actors Theater. Open to public. Free. 7:30 pm. (973) 328-5076. Kredible
(973) 539-8008. A musical based on stories by Mercer (973) 875-2950 or www.tristateactorstheater.org. Three keeps audiences laughing with a dynamic mix of comedy
Mayer sets out to prove that most things that you may be one-act plays about love, death and comedy are performed and magic.
scared of really aren’t so scary in the end. by professional actors featuring a “Talk-back with the play- Workshop: How to Start and Manage Your Own
Thu, Apr 14 wright and a reception. Business – Morristown. County College of Morris at
Dance: Sachiyo Ito & Company, Japanese Kabuki Sat, Apr 16 Headquarters Plaza, 3 Speedwell Avenue, Room 102. Open
Dance – Newton. Performing Arts Center at SCCC, Sussex 19th Annual Easter Bunny Express (Apr 16, 17 & 23) – to public. Free. 6 pm. Sponsored by SCORE of Morris,
County Community College, 1 College Hill. Tickets $8.50. Whippany. Whippany Railway Museum, 1 Railroad Plaza. Sussex and Warren Counties. (973) 328-5527 or (973) 442-
10:50 am. (973) 300-3171. Open to public. Adults $13, children under thirteen $8, 6400. Workshop provides an overview of the major issues
Lecture: Successes, Difficulties and Failures in babes-in-arms free. 1, 2, 3, & 4 pm. (973) 887-8177 or tick- in starting a business.
Northern Ireland, Iraq and Sudan (Gates-Ferry Lecture ets@whippanyrailwaymuseum.net. Celebrate the return of
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he Sussex County Department of empowered to communicate effectively irst Presbyterian Church of Stanhope fundraiser is open to the public. The cost is
Human Services, Division of Senior with healthcare providers and create action will be hosting a spaghetti dinner on $10 for adults, $5 for children age 4-11,
Services has partnered with Sussex plans that will further enable them to take Saturday, April 2, 2011. The event and free for children under 4. For more
County Community College (SCCC) to charge of their situations. "Take Control of will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the information, please call the church office
offer a nationally recognized program that Your Health" is offered at NO COST and church located at 100 Main Street in at 973-347-5142 or call Linda at 973-584-
has been proven to improve the lives of sen- available to adults of any age. Stanhope. The all-you-can-eat dinner 0282.
iors. "Take Control of Your Health" is a Day and evening programs are available at
workshop series designed to enhance the SCCC as follows: Attention Schools, Organizations, Churches, etc.
wellness of those dealing with chronic con- Course # HAW191-01 Send us your photos, press releases and upcoming events and we’ll
ditions either personally or as caregivers. Fridays, April 1 thru May 6, 2011 publish them in our next issue.
Email us at mjmediaeditor@gmail.com
The workshops will take place at SCCC 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Room E250
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1/2 hours each and facilitated by senior Wednesdays, April 6 thru May 11, 2011
services staff and/or trained volunteer peer 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Room E250
leaders who are also dealing with chronic Contact SCCC Continuing Education at
conditions. Participants will learn practical 973-300-2140 to register. For additional
strategies and techniques for dealing with information about "Take Control of Your
the pain, fatigue, frustration, and other Health," contact Sussex County Department
symptoms shared by those experiencing of Human Services, Division of Senior
chronic conditions regardless of their par- Services at 973-579-0555 or seniorser-
ticular disease/disorder. They will be vices@sussex.nj.us.
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he loss of civic studies has been slowly fading away Brooklyn Navy Yard with his plans for a physical laborato- became the foundation of
on a national level. In 2006 the National Assessment ry to undertake naval experiments. This facility would be today’s NRL -Naval
of Educational Progress (NAEP) issued a Report constructed on 100 acres of purchased land on New York’s Research Laboratory. All
Card on Civics which found only 25% of America’s tide-waters. The location was close to the Brooklyn Navy this was done not by some
Schoolchildren had proficient scores in the knowledge of Yard so that experiments of architecture and machinery great government or military
civics and government. However, in the early Twentieth could be done both on land and water. This naval physical leader, but by a loyal citizen
Century many important scientific leaders felt compelled as laboratory meant a savings of millions of dollars in war who had the technological
good American citizens to impart their knowledge in foster- craft production. There would now be a process and facili- know how that he wanted to
ing a strong alliance between military entities and the scien- ty to research, plan, test and control these massive produc- apply to military projects. In
tific community solely for the purpose of strengthening the tion projects. Before the creation of this physical laborato- the early twentieth century
defensive welfare of their country. As citizens they felt that ry nearly every ship launched was an experiment of trial Civic duty was an honorable
this was their civic duty to their country. and error. There was no facility to test the practicability of personal mission by many
Thomas Edison was one of these scientific leaders who an idea before it was launched. In 1915, the Brooklyn Navy enterprising leaders. The spirit of Civic duty still exists in
in 1915 felt alarmed by the great European war (World War Yard was at its peak production with a recent completion of many of us but we need to be reacquainted with it again.
I) that had been escalating. His declaration to this threat the battleship New York, and near completion of the battle Schools have been and should be the place to promote
was that the Nation should look to science to insure its ship Arizona. Also under construction was the oil-burning future civic minded concepts. The greatest welfare to our
defenses. He stated “The Government should maintain a destroyer the Wadsworth and the E-2 and K-4 submarines. country has been served by its epic citizens too especially
great research laboratory.... In this could be developed...all Edison immediately equipped the E-2 with his new batter- when there exists a devoted partnership of government and
the technique of military and naval progression without any ies which eliminated the danger of chlorine gas poisoning citizens working together on a common bond -our country’s
vast expense." Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels that occurred when salt water leaked into lead batteries. welfare. Thomas Edison was at the forefront of this special
took favor to Edison's published public commentary and Edison saw importance in the 2,500 horse-powered engine relationship.
recruited him to serve as the head of a new body of civilian developed at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. In 1915 this was the See the inventions of this great citizen visit The Thomas
experts called the Naval Consulting Board. This board largest diesel engine in the world and it was being shipped Edison Museum. Open Wednesday through Sunday. Hours
would advise the Navy on science and technology. The off to San Francisco to be installed in the new USS Maumee are 9:00am - 5:00pm Fee is $7.00 - 211 Main Street West
Board's grand plan with an allocation of $1.5 million was (AO-2) a fuel ship which was the first surface ship in the Orange, NJ 07052 Visit website for more details
the creation of a modern research facility for the Navy U.S. Navy to be powered by diesel engines. http://www.nps.gov/edis/index.htm
Congress. Thomas Edison’s founding vision of a physical laborato-
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ew Jersey elementary schools have across Lango, a foreign language education
been forced to make major cuts in program for kids. Beede finalized a licensee
recent years, cutting essential elec- agreement with Lango in 2010 and is now
tive programs such as foreign language edu- the owner of Lango Northwest New Jersey,
cation. For Agnes Beede of Chester, New offering foreign language classes for kids in
Jersey these cuts hit too close to home. local elementary schools and libraries.
Beede moved from Costa Rica to the Lango classes are offered across the U.S.
U.S. in 1990 with no knowledge of the through similar licensee agreements and
English language. She was unable to com- offer French, Spanish and Mandarin to kids
municate with others even in the most basic ages 18 months to 11 years old using a pro-
situations. prietary Adventure Learning teaching
“If you are not exposed to any other cul- method. Lango Northwest New Jersey has
ture and language but yours, going to anoth- five teachers total, all of whom completed a
er country can be painful and frustrating,” training program focusing on Lango’s teach-
Beede said. ing curriculum and Adventure Learning
Since moving to the U.S. more than 20 method, which focuses on movement, play-
years ago, Beede has learned English, but acting, art and basic conversation. Lango
will always remember the barriers she faced Northwest New Jersey currently offers
when first arriving to the states. She values classes in French, Spanish and Mandarin for
the importance of knowing at least one other ages 2 to 13.
language, and wants others to understand the “In every class, we make sure we capture
importance, as well. every child’s mind,” Beede said. “We pro-
All six of Beede’s children know at least vide a structured and fun program, allowing
two languages. Vanessa, Beede’s 8-year-old them to learn in a way that is comfortable
daughter, a second grader at Dickerson and compatible with their age.” speaking countries. petitive global economy.”
Elementary School, had her Spanish class The curriculum is designed specifically “This program is changing my life, and To learn more about Lango Northwest
eliminated last year due to budget cuts. for kids, incorporating songs, games and the lives of the children in our area,” Beede New Jersey go to
Frustrated with cutbacks in New Jersey ele- storytelling. Each weekly 45-minute class said. “Lango gives children and families www.langoNWnewjersey.com, or e-mail
mentary schools, Beede looked for alternate teaches a few new words and incorporates options to capitalize on an increasing langoadventures@gmail.com. For informa-
ways to supplement the lack of language cultural elements such as ethnic foods and demand for children to learn a new language tion about Lango in other communities, visit
education in her daughter’s school and came fashions from France, China and Spanish- to prepare for their future in our hyper-com- www.langokids.com.
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n 2009 the newly elected president ties (from the left) have been attacking the they are the representative of the unions enough money to pay for the State’s deficit.
Barack Obama made the following winner ever since they lost power. The instead of the people by deserting their Will the events in Wisconsin eventually
statement: “Elections have conse- attacks that we have seen on the news media duties and hide out of State. The current affect how New Jersey and the other States
quences, and at the end of the day, I won”. recently against the Premier of Italy Silvio event in Wisconsin is not a rarity but is a will deal with the State employees and
He made this statement to Eric Cantor Berlusconi have been going on for years. typical trend by the left wing of the teachers union? Is it wrong to demand that
republican minority leader when Cantor The playbook seems to be the same world- Democratic Party. The Wisconsin walkout public employee’s salary do not exceed the
tried to share ideas with President Obama wide: if you cannot beat them on the ballot is similar to a 2003 move by Texas inflation rate? Is it wrong to ask public
for stimulating the economy and creating box destroy their character. Since the left Democrats who were outnumbered by employees to pay a reasonable contribution
jobs on the third day of the Obama presi- could not get him on his financial affairs Republicans in a battle over congressional toward their health benefit at least as much
dency. According to President Obama the now they switched to immoral acts because redistricting. The group got on a bus and as a social security recipient pays into
winner of an election is in charge to dictate they needed a cause célèbre that would fled for the Oklahoma border. The union Medicare?
policy and pass laws in accordance with the attract people from the right into the fray. seems to have learned, from the Texas inci- I don’t believe that an organization
will of the electorate who placed them in What concerns me is that I see the similari- dent, that a walkout alone won’t accomplish should demand that a specific group such as
office. If his statement was true in 2009 ty taking place in my adopted country the anything therefore they mobilized their “the rich” pay for everything when, at the
what has changed now? Unfortunately I good old USA. As I stated before the play- members to pressure the elected officials same time, they create another group of
have seen again and again throughout my book seem to be the same. Take for exam- still present in their Capitol not to go along privileged individuals whose salary and
life that some losers will not honor or ple what is going on in Wisconsin. In the with Governor Walker’s proposal. A young benefits are greater than the working men
respect the results of an election if someone last election the Republicans took control of protester was asked by a news media what and women who work in private industries.
else is the winner. I was only fourteen years the legislative bodies and the office of the he would prefer to see done to solve the If elections indeed have consequences
old when I had my first learning experience Governor. The Republicans promised that budget problem; his response was to TAX let’s give the winners a chance to prove they
about losers not accepting election results. they would cut spending and avoid any THE RICH. It definitely brought back a lot either are correct or they are wrong.
At that time I was living in Italy. The gen- unnecessary spending in the future. They of memories. It will be interesting to find Luigi DeFrancesco can reached at lsde-
eral election in 1960 were just over and the are proposing that those employed by the out if there are enough rich people in frank@yahoo.com
Christian Democrats did not obtain a major- State and school districts pay their fair share
ity in parliament therefore they had a choice into their pension and health benefits. The
to form a coalition with the communists or major stumbling block appears to be
socialists or form a coalition with parties Governor Scott Walker’s insistence that
that were considered right of center. Since future raises do not exceed the inflation rate
the majority of the people were Christian and to let the people (taxpayers) decide on
Catholic at that time the ruling party formed raises that would go beyond the inflation
the coalition with the so called right. That rate. He also would like Wisconsin to be
did not go to well with the parties on the left free to roll back teacher tenure, reward good
and since they controlled the unions… teachers with merit pay, give parents choice
chaos broke. All of Italy north of Naples about where to send their children, and
was in turmoil. Needless to say the center assure that -- even if there are layoffs -- that
right government fell and new a center left they are based on merit not seniority. This is
government with the socialist party was unacceptable to the State employees’ and
formed. Today the socialist party does not teachers’ union. The election was over in
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traditions that bring the family around 20 minutes before serving. This allows the
the table for special meals. A savory meat’s juices to settle and make carving eas-
leg of lamb or a dish with succulent lamb ier. (As the meat rests, the internal tempera-
loin chops is a delicious way to enjoy a fla- ture will rise 5 to 10 degrees.)
vorful meal, no matter the occasion. Carve the roast against the grain so the
American lamb pairs beautifully with a meat will be tender. A naturally tender cut
variety of wines. Wineries such as Kendall- like leg should be sliced about one half inch
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boneless leg of lamb. Use a good meat ther- COMPLEMENT. Similarly flavored
mometer to determine doneness: Rare foods and wines complement each other.
135°F, Medium Rare 145°F, Medium Example: Citrus-based sauce and a
160°F lemony, lightly oaked Chardonnay (such as
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juices and then reduce oven temp to 325°F France). American Lamb Sandwich with Tzatziki Sauce — Fill warm flatbread or pita with sliced
and continue roasting for approximately 1 Example: Mushrooms with the earthy leftover leg of lamb, thinly sliced tomatoes and cucumbers and chilled tzatziki sauce.
1/2 to 2 hours or until internal temperature flavors of Pinot Noir. Fresh Mint and Garlic Marinated Grilled American Lamb Loin Chops with Roasted
reaches 5 to 10 degrees less than your CONTRAST. Contrasting flavors bal- Fingerling Potatoes and Green Beans
desired temperature. ance each other. continued on page 26
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continued from page 25 approximately 6 pounds For tzatziki sauce: American Lamb Loin Chops with
Example: Spicy foods and sweet wines, For the marinade: 1/2 English cucumber, peeled, cut in half Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Green
such as Thai food and an off-dry Riesling. 4 garlic cloves, smashed and seeded Beans
Example: Salty foods and crisp, high- 2 lemons, zested 1 tablespoon fresh dill Serves 4
acid wines such as Sauvignon Blanc or 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh mint Serve with Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s
Champagne. 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper 8 ounces Greek yogurt Reserve Syrah.
MATCH the TENOR. Match a food’s 2 tablespoons dried oregano 3 garlic cloves, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
weight and intensity to similar elements in 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1/2 lemon, juiced Kosher salt 1 shallot, minced
wine. 1 bunch parsley, chopped Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 bunch parsley leaves, chopped
Example: Delicately flavored foods call 1 cup olive oil Grate cucumber with a box grater. Place 1/2 bunch mint leaves, chopped
for delicate varieties of wine, such as Pinot 1/4 cup kosher salt grated cucumber in a strainer, sprinkle with 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Gris or Sauvignon Blanc. In small bowl, combine all ingredients. Rub salt and allow to drain for 20 minutes. 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Example: Weighty textures and intense mixture on leg of lamb. Cover with plastic In a bowl, add dill, mint, yogurt, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
flavors are a better match for more powerful wrap and marinate overnight. lemon juice. Squeeze as much liquid from 1 teaspoon black pepper
wines, such as matching herb-crusted roast Bring lamb to room temperature and sprin- cucumber as possible and add cucumber to 8 lamb loin chops
lamb with a robust Syrah or Merlot. kle with salt. Preheat the oven to 375°F. the yogurt. Mix well and refrigerate for at In bowl, add garlic, shallot, herbs, olive
To learn more about food and wine pair- Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a least 30 minutes. Season to taste with salt oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Whisk to com-
ings, visit www.kj.com. thermometer inserted into center of leg and pepper. bine.
reads 125°F to 130°F. Cover loosely with To serve: Fill warm flatbread or pita with Place lamb chops into a bowl and add 3/4
Roasted Leg of American Lamb aluminum foil and allow to rest for 20 min- sliced leftover leg of lamb, thinly sliced cup of marinade (reserve remaining mari-
Serves 8 utes. tomatoes and cucumbers and chilled tzatzi- nade for sauce). Mix to coat thoroughly.
Serve with Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s American Lamb Sandwich ki sauce. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Reserve Merlot. with Tzatziki Sauce Fresh Mint and Garlic Marinated Grilled continued on page 27
1 boneless leg of lamb, Leftover roasted leg of lamb
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continued from page 27 Jelly Bean Easter Bark
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OnGoing Events
Art Exhibit: Humble Beginnings (Mar 10 to Aug 10) – State (thru June 2011) – Newark. Newark Museum, 49 age 55+. 12 noon. Call Jean at 973-347-0940.
Morristown. Arts Council Gallery, 14 Maple St. Open to Washington Street. Admission $10 adults, $6 seniors and Mental Health Support Group Meeting (every Monday
public. Free. (973) 285-5115. Exhibit features works of 31 children. Wed to Sun, 12-5. (973) 596-6550. An exhibit that of the week) – Sussex. First Baptist Church of Sussex
artists using primitive media such as crayons, string, magic focuses on New Jersey’s bird migration and the importance Fellowship House, Main Street and Route 23. Open to pub-
marker, colored pencil, folded cardboard, and paper cups of preserving natural resources. lic. 3-6 pm. (973) 875-9451. Attendees may enjoy refresh-
and other rudimentary materials. Exhibit: The Many Faces of George Washington (Feb 15 ments, socialize, obtain educational materials on mental ill-
Art Exhibit: Posing Beauty, African American Images to Mar 25) – Morristown. Morristown National Historical ness and community resource listings and participate in a
from the 1890s to the Present (Feb 2 - Apr 28, 2011) – Park’s Museum, 30 Washington Place. Open to public. rap session.
Newark. Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street. Admission $4 adults, free for children 15 and under. 9-5. Sussex County Board of Chosen Freeholders Meeting
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which African American beauty has been represented in the Guided Tours of The Willows Historic House Museum Room, One Spring Street. Open to public. 5 pm. 973-579-
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works.com. Exhibit features works of children, teens and Master Gardener Training (Ongoing from Sep to May) – 3171. Annual schoolwide exhibit of middle & high school
adults created in the past year. Newton. Cooperative Extension Office, 127 Morris art.
Art Exhibit: Wild, Wild West (Feb 26 to Apr 2) – Newton. Turnpike. Open to public. $300 tuition. Wednesdays, 10 Theater: James and the Giant Peach (Mar 25 to Apr 17)
Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council, 133 Spring St. a.m. to 12 noon. Call Brian Oleksak at 973-948-3040. The – Netcong. Palace Theatre, 7 Ledgewood Avenue. All ages.
Open to public. Free admission. Tue-Fri 9-3, Sat 12-4. 973- Master Gardener program is a volunteer training program Tickets $18 adults, $14 seniors & children. Fri at 7:30 pm,
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Featured artists include Brian Paul and Phil Bracco. riculum covers botany for gardeners, soils and fertilizers, ture of James Henry Trotter adapted from a book by Roald
Depression and Bipolar Support Group Meeting (every landscape plant selection, plant pest diagnostics and pest Dahl will fulfill the fantasy of anyone who has ever
Wednesday) – Newton. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 37 management, vegetable gardening, tree fruits, turfgrass dreamed of escape.
Newton-Sparta Road. Open to public. Free. 7:30-9 pm. management and houseplants. Theater: Our Town (Mar 12 - 26) – Budd Lake. Pax
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Exhibit: Skies Alive! Bird Migration in the Garden Columbus, Route 46. Open to Netcong/Stanhope residents continued on page 34
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s part of the Youth Art Month ing techniques as part of their lunchtime pm, Sun at 2 pm. (973) 691-2100. Relive Louise Childs Branch, 21 Sparta Avenue.
Exhibit, art students in Mrs. Sherry workshop. Andrew Brown taught students Thorton Wilder’s classic play about life in a Open to public. Free. 1-3:30 pm. 973-579-
Carnegie's Art For The School And how to draw and shade with pencil as part small New England town. 0555 or seniorservices@sussex.nj.us.
Beyond course put together several lunch of his workshop demonstration. The Theater: Snoopy! The Musical (Mar 5, 12, Workshop provides seniors and caregivers
art workshops on both painting and draw- Lenape Valley students were anxious to get 19 & 20) – Belvidere. Country Gate practical ways to deal with the pain, fatigue,
ing/sketching. Art students Alyssa Steele, involved in these workshops and seemed to Playhouse, 114 Greenwich Street. $17 frustration, and other symptoms of chronic
Samantha Sagi, and Jackie Silverwood really enjoy participating in them. problems.
adults, $15 for children and seniors. Sat 8
showed LVR students various acrylic paint- Workshop: Take Control of Your Health
pm, Sun 2 pm. (908) 475-1104. Musical is a
sequel to “You’re a Good Man, Charlie (Wed or Fri, April 1 to May 11) – Newton.
Brown” and features all the characters of Sussex County Community College, 1
the Peanuts gang: Charlie Brown, Lucy, College Hill Rd. Open to public. Free. 6
Linus, Sally and Peppermint Patty. weekly sessions on Wed or Fri; Wed 6:30-9
Theater: Urinetown The Musical (Feb 25 pm; Fri 9:30-12 noon. Sponsored by Sussex
to Mar 20) – Chester. Black River County Department of Human Services.
Playhouse, Corner of Maple and Grove. $24 973-300-2140 or 973-579-0555. Workshop
adults, $22 seniors and students. Fri & Sat provides seniors and caregivers practical
at 8 pm, Sun at 2 pm. 908-879-7304. ways to deal with the pain, fatigue, frustra-
Workshop: New Art Exploration (every tion, and other symptoms of chronic prob-
Thursday in April 2011) – Dover. lems.
Community Children’s Museum, 77 East Workshop: Volunteer Income Tax
Blackwell St. Open to public; for children Assistance (VITA) (Fridays from Feb 18 to
age 3-5. $7 includes all supplies, pre-regis- Apr 15) – Newton. Sussex County Library-
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rate. 10-11 am. 973-366-9060 or www.com- and income eligible residents. Free. 9 am to
munitychildrensmuseum.org. 1 pm. (973) 579-0555. Volunteers will be
Workshop: Take Control of Your Health available to provide personal state and fed-
(Mondays, March 22 to April 26) – eral tax assistance at no charge.
Students at Lenape Valley Regional HS view artworks at a lunchtime workshop put up by
students of Mrs. Sherry Carnegie’s Art for the School And Beyond class. Pictured are
Andrew Brown (sitting), Andrew Brown, Carly Miller, Brianna Gowe, Alex Korievo, Kayli
Galvin, Emily Nosenchuck, Brian Kreuder, Alyxandra DiRenzo.
Lenape Valley Regional HS students Carly Kirk and Robert Gilligan hang artworks creat-
ed at a lunchtime workshop put up by students of Mrs. Sherry Carnegie’s Art for the School
And Beyond class.