* * * * * * E C R W S S * * * * * * L o c a l P o s t a l C u s t o m e r Proverbs 3:5 Like Us on Facebook. Scan QR Code By Cheryl Conway T he fifth graders will not be the only ones being clapped out next month at the annual year-end ceremony at Chester M. Stephens Elementary School in Budd Lake. The Founding Principal of CMS Gayle Dierks of Succasunna- will be leading the Clap Out on the last day of school, Friday, June 27, as she retires after 13 years of running the largest of the four elementary schools in the Mt. Olive School District. Dierks announced her retirement at her staff breakfast on Friday, April 25; and the Mt. Olive Board of Education accepted her resignation on Monday, April 28. The news came as a sad surprise to many who have worked with Dierks. One teacher screamed out no while others had tears and embraced the only boss they have known for more than a decade. Working 35 years in education, Dierks admits the time is right for her C ounty College of Morris (CCM) music recording stu- dents recently assisted Girl Scout troop 605 of Mount Olive with recording a new single, Im Cool Too. The projects objective was to show young girls that they can be what they wish to be no matter what the media portrays. Our troop took on a recording project because they wanted to help change the perception of young girls in the media today, says Catherine Parrillo, Girl Scout Troop 605 leader. The girls changed the CCM Recording Students Help Local Girl Scouts Along Their Journey Mount Olive Girl Scouts Record Song at CCM Recording Studio Members of Mount Olive Girl Scout troop 605 work together to create, Im Cool Too, a song they created with County College of Morris students to show girls they can be who they want to be. lyrics from Cee Lo Greens song, Forget You, adds Parrillo, who also serves as coordinator of Youth Programs at CCM. After the Scouts revised the lyrics, they worked with CCM students to record the song in the colleges record- ing studio and make it into a real-life production. The girls participated in hands-on live recording techniques using our record- ing equipment, says Todd Collins, associate professor of music. The Girls Scouts came into a Recording 2 class and recorded their voices to karaoke tracks as an in-class project. The CCM students did an excel- lent job showing the girls how the production of a song comes together. The Scouts and college students found the opportu- nity to be mutually benefi- cial. CCM students shared their knowledge and experi- ences with the girls and the girls learned about record- ing and music production. With a finished product, the girls now plan to take their newly produced song and present it to some of the elementary school students in Mount Olive, as well as provide it to guidance coun- selors to share with young students. To learn more about the Music Recording program offered at CCM, visit http://www.ccm.edu/acade- mics/degrees/musicrecord.a spx. One And Only CMS School Principal To Retire This Year Gayle Dierks continued on page 28 Page 2, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline F ree Dinner Seminar on Wednesday, May 21st, 6:30 p.m. at La Strada Ristorante on Rt 1105 Route East, Randolph, the topics include: "Investing in an Uncertain Market" and " CollegeAmerica: Investing in their Future" Presented by Dawn O'Malley of Edward Jones Investments and Bill Ryan with American Funds. Please RSVP by May 20th to 973-398- 0028. Space is limited. Free Dinner Seminar By Joe Weston B lairstownDont miss Jack Thomas Smiths Infliction if you like horror films. Screening of the controver- sial film will show on Friday, May 30th at 7 pm and 9 pm at The Historic Blairstown Theatre at 30 Main Street in Blairstown. After the Blairstown showing, Infliction will take place next on Saturday, June 14 at the Camp Jefferson Amphitheatre at 81 Weldon Road in Lake Hopatcong. Smiths Fox Trail Productions will be teaming up with The Quinn Spinn to host an all-day movie and music festival called Entertainment for a Cure. The benefit event will feature an after- noon of music from six super-talented rock bands from 1 pm to 8 pm followed by an outdoor, 9 pm screening of Fox Trail Productions disturbing assembled footage film, Infliction, according to Smiths press release. Smith is currently seeking sponsors for the benefit event and is directing anyone interested to the website www.entertain- mentforacure.com Admission to Infliction is $9 for the Blairstown screening and can be purchased in advance at www.thehbt.com. Admission for the Lake Hopatcong Entertainment For A Cure event can be pur- chased for $25 at the gate or $20 in advance at www.entertainmentforacure.com New Thriller Infliction Screens at Blairstown and Lake Hopatcong T he Mount Olive Township Health Department, located at 204 Flanders- Drakestown Road, Budd Lake, is hosting a Skin cancer Screening on Friday, June 10, 2014 from 5-7:00pm. Apointment is required. The screening will be per- formed by a licensed Dermatologist. The fee is $10 for residents 18-54. No charge for adults 55 and older. Residents of Mount Olive, Netcong and Mount Arlington are welcome. Call Helen Giles, RN for an appointment at 973-691-0900 ext 7353. Skin Cancer Screening Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 3 Page 4, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline T he Land Conservancy of New Jersey and the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources, University of Vermont, are pleased to announce that Rachel Smith, of Mt. Olive Township, has been selected as the 2014 Rubenstein School Intern at The Land Conservancy. President David Epstein, a graduate of the University of Vermont, spearheaded this new partnership between The Land Conservancy and the Rubenstein School, to offer local students the opportu- nity to gain hands-on land management experience improving lands in New Jersey. I'm honored to be working with The Land Conservancy of New Jersey, especial- ly in an internship close to home, explains Rachel. Having lived in Mount Olive my whole life, it is great to be working on a project that will make a huge difference in Morris County: Internship Winner from Mt. Olive Announced my community. A Freshman at University of Vermont, Rachel has been part of the Greening of Aiken internship program at the University, which includes providing environmental education for her fellow students about sus- tainable living practices at the school. Using her experience as President of the Mt. Olive High School Environmental Club will allow Rachel to apply her leadership skills in working with the community during her work with The Land Conservancy this sum- mer. "This collaboration between the Rubenstein School Perennial Internship Program and The Land Conservancy of New Jersey is extraordinary. The opportu- nity for Rachel to work with such a great organization and dedicated staff is invalu- able. We are confident that she, a strong student and community member, will also contribute to The Land Conservancy Team." Interim Dean Jon Erickson. As The Land Conservancys Land Stewardship Intern, Rachel will coordinate and manage The Land Conservancys Community Garden at South Branch Preserve, now in its second year, and will help lead the organizations initiative to establish The Farm at South Branch Preserve. Rachel will work with the local schools, community groups, municipal boards, and garden volunteers to expand the outreach and programming at the Community Garden. Working with The Land Conservancys staff she will work to help transform 60 acres at South Branch Preserve from corn fields into The Farm at The South Branch Preserve; a sustainable resource for grow- ing food to feed local people in need. This is part of the long-term restoration plan for the South Branch Preserve and will be accomplished through collaborations with local farming organizations, restaurants, community food pantries, and faith-based organizations. The Land Stewardship Intern will be responsible for implementing The Farms vision statement for creating a busi- ness model to sustainably manage the site. Watch for Rachel on Facebook where she will be posting updates about the Community Gardens programs and what is growing on The Farm. Through hands-on work, Rachel will learn the fundamentals of land conservation and land stewardship. For additional information about the Land Conservancy, visit our website at www.tlc-nj.org or call (973) 541-1010. M others Day is everyday so why not celebrate moms place in your life with a shared experience. European Wax Center (EWC) located in Succasunna is inviting daughters to book as many services as theyd like at EWC throughout the month of May. If you bring your mom, as a Mothers Day treat, she will receive one of those services for free. We want to celebrate moms, not only by offering a free service, but also by encour- aging quality time together, said David Coba, President of European Wax Center. What better way to show your mom how much you love her than by spending time with her and a little pampering. European Wax Center prides itself on revealing beautiful skin at accessible rates ranging from $9 to $60 per service. With over 540 locations throughout the United States, EWC makes it convenient to take advantage of this special offer. Now, booking a reservation at your local EWC is easier than ever. Book from home or on the go from any mobile device at: http://www.waxcenter.com/reservations. 275 Route 10 E Succasunna, NJ 07876 (973) 598-9000. European Wax Center Celebrates Mothers Day Free Waxing Service for Moms Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 5 S pring Cleaning time is finally here. Clean out your closets and bring you unwanted clothes and toys to the Clothing and Toy Drive being held on Sat. May 31st at Dan Jordan Fields on Glendale Road in Flanders. Bags can be dropped between 9-2. If you can not make the date and would like to drop off earlier please email loriw12@optonline.net to make special arrangements. All proceeds go towards Mt. Olive Travel Softball program. On May 31st at the Flanders Weis Supermarket in the parking lot of the PNC the HS Softball team will be conducting a car was from 10-3. There will also be some baked goods for sale while you wait. Your support of both our programs is greatly appreciated. T he Knights of Columbus, Council 5410, based in Flanders, NJ, will host a blood drive in co-ordination with The Blood Center of New Jersey, on Saturday, June 7, 2014. The event will take place at the council hall on 3 Schmitt Lane, in Old Flanders (across the RR tracks from the Flanders Fire Dept). Thebloodmobile will be available from 8:00AM to1:00PM. It is often said that Life can turn Knights Host Blood Drive, June 7, 2014 S trawberry will be the word of the day on June 7th, when the Stanhope United Methodist Church n Netcong has its annual Strawberry festival. Held from 9am 3pm, the event features a yard sale, food, a vari- ety of strawberry items including the churchs Strawberry dessert, and a number of vendors. Among the items being sold are jewelry, crocheted and knitted items, beauty care items, spices and more. Vendors are still wanted. It is $25 for table space. The church is located at #2 Route 183, Netcong. For more information call 973-347-0247. Annual Strawberry Festival
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think about bad things hap- pening to good people, but sometimes they do. People have accidents or become ill and must rely on both expertise of the medical community and the generos- ity of volunteer blood donors who take the time to give of themselves for oth- ers. Blood donors must be at least 18 years of age (17 if a signed parental permission slip is provided- forms available through the BCNJ). For regular dona- tions weight needs to be 120 pounds or more, for Alyx (2 units of red blood cells) males must be 5ft 1inch, weigh at least 130 pounds, females must be at least 5 ft 5 inch tall and weigh at least 150lbs. Donors must have their social security number with them and a signed or picture form of identification. Questions on eligibility can be address directly with the BCNJ nursing department at 800-652-5663 Ext 132, gen- eral questions on the blood drive can be addressed by calling 973-676-4700. For directions to the council hall, call 973-610-1308. Clothing and Toy Drive Get Your Business Noticed with the AREAS MOST READ PAPER... AND WE CAN PROVE IT! Call 973-252-9889 for information Attention Schools, Churches, Organizations Send Your Press Releases to mary.lalama@gmail.com Page 6, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline JOAN SIRKIS LAVERY, ESQ. IN PRACTICE FOR OVER 25 YEARS B A N K R U P T C Y We are a Debt Relief Agency and can help you file for Bankruptcy Relief under the Federal Bankruptcy Act Mention This Ad & Receive A $25.00 Discount FREE CONSULTATION 699 WASHINGTON STREET SUITE 103 HACKETTSTOWN N RELIEF FROM CREDITORS N Chapter 7 - Liquidations N Chapter 13 - Wage Earner Plans Evening Hours Available Call 908.850.6161 By Cheryl Conway T he rainy weather did not stop volun- teers from Home Depot in Hackettstown on Thurs., May 8, to fix up the All Veterans Memorial (AVM) at Turkey Brook Park in Budd Lake to get it ready for the 30th Memorial Day Parade and ceremony next week. About 30 to 35 associates from Home Depot were at the AVM site from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., volunteering their time to refurbish the Gazebo, mulch and plant flowers, some trees and bushes. Supporting the veterans has always been a priority to Home Depot. Home Depot is very big on giving back to our veterans, says Gail Williams, store manager for Home Depot in Hackettstown for the past seven years. We do it all the time. We do these builds. When it comes to veterans and what they do for us, we are more than willing to do the work, to take care of it. When it comes to volunteers, if its for a good cause, its not difficult, says Williams. Supporting the veterans, is big because of how much they give to us. They do great service; the sacrifices they make for everyone. The Home Depot in Hackettstown helped out three years ago at the AVM when volunteers built the pillars and gave sup- plies. When Charlie Urhmann, originator of the AVM, came into Home Depot in March to purchase supplies, Williams inquired on what she needed. The two discussed the need for seating platforms for veterans and individuals who have disabilities or are in wheelchairs. I said we can help them out, donate the supplies and send volunteers, says Williams, who went ahead and got a grant approved from her main headquarters. Home Depot has provided a grant to con- struct a Veterans Seating area at the AVM which will include 10 concrete benches and wheel chair pads or pave-stone platforms to support the wheelchairs from sinking. This part of the project will be completed once Home Depot Volunteers Refurbish Memorial Site the area has been prepared for the build. Funds will also go toward repainting and refreshing the gazebo, and plant bushes around the gazebo. Home Depot volunteers have cleaned up and weeded the AVM cere- monial grounds; mulched the surrounding gardens and around the Gazebo; and plant- ed two Dogwood trees, flowers, and bushes around the walkway and memorial area, describes Williams. Home depot also donated the premium pine wood for the 150 field crosses, which were going to be constructed and painted by the Mount Olive High Schools wood work- ing students. Next Issue Date June 17, 2014 Deadline June 6th Call Joe for info. 973-809-4784 Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 7 W ith more and more business net- working groups forming every day, it seems, business people must be able to communicate their message in a concise manner that tells their story quickly and accurately to gain a fellow busi- ness person's attention. The third in series of three Lunch 'n Learn events is being hosted by the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce on May 27 at Paragon Village, Rt. 46, in Mount Olive, beginning at 11:45 a.m. Presenter for this very important topic is Mark Twentyman with Kingsbridge Realty Associates. The meeting is open to the business com- munity at-large, as well as the general public. Cost is $25 for members, $30 for non-mem- bers - Save $5 by pre-paying during registra- tion. In June, the chamber will be honoring two of the region's leaders at its Annual Awards Dinner on June 10. Jerome Hagedorn, Site Head for the Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Flanders facility, has been chosen as the Business Person of the Year while Norman Worth of WRNJ has been selected as the Humanitarian of the Year. The dinner will be held in the Presidents Circle at the Lackland Center at Centenary College from 6-9 p.m. For further information about the lunch- eon, the awards dinner, and other chamber activities and events, visit www.mto- livechambernj.com. You can register in advance through the website. Meanwhile, Marketing in the Morning, a complimentary benefit to members of the Chamber, in association with the Hackettstown Business Improvement District, takes place the 3rd Wednesday morning of every month from 7:15 to 9 a.m. There is a $5 fee but it is complimentary to members of the chamber. You can register for this program at MEET UP(http://www.meet- up.com/Marketing-in-the-Morning-Mt- Olive-Area. The Chamber also provides a monthly program for the area, Young Professionals, that meets and networks the 2nd Thursday each month at a variety of locations. The June 12 meeting will be held at Thatcher McGhee's in Denville and goes from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The Young Professionals Group is intended for professionals 40 and under, but also open to any business person. Cost is $10 for "young professionals", $15 for those over 40. Cost includes appetizers and two drinks. Mount Olive Area Chamber's May 27 Lunch Targets Business Networking Page 8, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 9 K nights of Columbus-Flanders is hosting a Shred Event on Saturday, June 21, 2014, 8:00am til 12:00pm at 2 Schmitt Lane, Flanders Off Main Street Next To Flanders Fire Department (across railroad tracks) Document Shredding-Confidential and sensitive material only. No newspapers, magazines, phone books, etc. No plastic BAGS - bring in paper bags or cardboard boxes Donations: $5.00 per bag (BROWN GROCERY STORE BAG) $7.00 per box (COPY PAPER SIZED BOX) Shred Event C ome and join us for a fun day of shopping at our flea market and ven- dor show at the Budd Lake Fire House, 378 Rt. 46 W, on Saturday, May 31st from 9-3. We have something for everyone: beautiful hand crafted items, jewelry, ven- dors for well-known and popular products and much more. Maybe you will find that special treasure at a flea market table at an incredible price! This is a benefit for the Ladies Auxiliary of the Budd Lake Fire Dept. We will also have a gold buying ven- dor at this show so bring your broken or old pieces and make some money with 10% of their sales donated to the auxiliary! Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market May 31st O n Saturday, June 7th from4:00 to 7:00 p.m. there will be a Fish-N- Chips Dinner at the Musconetcong Lodge, International Drive South & Rt. 46 in Budd Lake. Seatings are $15 per person. There is a choice of fish or chicken. The dinner is sponsored by Musconetcong Lodge #42 F&AM and Starlight Chapter #107 Order of the Eastern Star. Call Don or Betty Robinson for more information or tickets: 973-584-5251 Fish-N-Chips Dinner Page 10, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline R oger Caras, one time President of American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and onetime host of the American Kennel Club Dog Show, once said, Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. Caras knew, then, what many dog lovers have always known that dogs offer uncon- ditional love, joy, security, and compassion. The United Presbyterian Church, Flanders Bill Gunn Memorial Field, is the location for this unique event for dog lovers/owners and their companions to join the fight against cancer through the Bark for Life, May 31, 2014, to be held at the church, 58 Drakesdale Road, Flanders, NJ. Registration will take place from 9:30- 10:00 AM, with activities from 10:00 AM1:00 PM. The event honors the lifelong contribu- tions of Canine Caregivers (including guide dogs, service dogs, rescue dogs, therapy dogs, police dogs, cancer survivor dogs, and diagnostic dogs). The event will offer food, music, canine demonstrations, and contests throughout the morning, and presents an opportunity for people to be empowered through their canine companion partnerships and to con- tribute to the cure for cancers through the work of the American Cancer Society. Basic rules are: * Dogs must be on a leash at all times (6 Ft. maximum), and up-to-date on all vaccinations. * Participants are responsible for clean- ing up after all dogs. * The event sponsors reserve the right to turn away dogs that are a threat to other participants. Relay for Life Team Pennies From Heaven Hosts American Cancer Societys Bark for Life a Canine Event to Fight Cancer WDHA FM, The Rock of New Jersey will be on site with Rock N Ruffs Terrie Carr as well as live band, Alter Egos. There will be demonstrations by The Seeing Eye, Sussex County K9 Sheriffs Search & Rescue and Puppy Wuppy Dog Training. Registration can be done on-line at www. rel ayforl i fe. org/ barkmt ol i venj . Registration fees are $15 per dog through May 24 and $20 per dog after that. You can also register at the event. In-person regis- trations will also take place at Netcong Shop Rite from 10am-2pm on May 10 and May 24 and at Ritas in Flanders from 6-9pm on May 21. The rain date is June 1st, 12:30-1:00 PM Registration, and 1:00-4:00 PM, for the activities. Get Your Business Noticed with the AREAS MOST READ PAPER... AND WE CAN PROVE IT! Call 973-252-9889 for information Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 11 By Cheryl Conway A s part of the 30th Anniversary Memorial Day Parade Ceremony at the All Veterans Memorial, Theater Dance in Flanders will be performing a spe- cial tribute to fallen soldiers as well as a sur- prise performance. Millene Michel of Flanders, artistic director and co-owner of Theater Dance along with Mary Ellen Volz, jumped at the invitation to provide dancers for the AVM ceremony when approached by AVM originator Charlie Wood Urhmann. We are honored to be asked to perform and help with this event, says Michel. It honors our fallen heroes and veterans who have fought for our country. The smallest thing we can do to help tribute them, the sacrifices theyve done for us is a small token of our appreciation. Michel explains, As an instructor of young people, its my duty to educate these young people about the sacrifices that peo- ple do for our freedom. Thats why we are doing it. We want to give tribute to these people. Local Dance Company To Perform At Memorial Ceremony About eight to ten girls ages 14 to 17 will perform a Tribute to Fallen Soldiers, cho- reographed by Millenes daughter, Kelsey Michel, through Iridescents Dance Company- a contemporary company estab- lished two years ago within Theater Dance by Kelsey, 23, dance-wear costume design- er for Theater Dance. In its second year, Iridescents Dance Co. concentrates on dancers perfecting their skills as performers without the stresses of competitive dance so they can become more of an artist through their dancing. Most of the dances offered through Iridescents are contemporary and fusion, which is a mixed genre of hip hop, jazz and ballet, says Michel. About 15 to 20 younger dancers, in grades fourth through seventh, will perform a surprise Patriotic Theme Dance during the ceremony. Anyone should get up to volunteer for these things, says Michel. Its so little to volunteer. To support her volunteerism, Michel has established a small group- Company B- To help the community in volunteer services. The non-competitive group of dancers- ages eight through 11- was formed just this year to provide community service, volunteer and charity work through their dancing. These dancers will be performing in the upcoming AVM ceremony for Memorial Day. Michel is looking for dancers to join her Company B so the dancers can go out to perform in front of senior citizens, injured people at Kessler Rehabilitation Center and community events. My dream is to have a large group of kids, says Michel, an even add high- school-aged dancers. Company B is a new dance class pro- gram added at Theater Dance for $50 per month. The current genre is jazz but Michel hopes to add other genres into the mix such as hip hop, tap, lyrical and ballet. Over the holidays, Company B per- formed at Merry Heart Nursing Home in Hackettstown, and held a gift drive for sen- iors. They also held a shoe drive for less for- tunate children; plan to perform at the Mt. Olive Carnival as well at the townships Fairy & Pirate Festival. Its based all on community service, concludes Michel. Taking our kids to vol- unteer and give back; to use their love of dance to give back. To join Company B or other dance pro- grams at Theater Dance in Sept., call 973- 584-5020. Page 12, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline S t Michael School To Hold 1st Annual Italian Festival from May 29 Jun 1 At Waterloo Concert Field In Stanhope. The students of St Michael School will be holding their first ever ITAL- IAN FESTIVAL. This non-profit event plans to become a fixture in the community as the annual fam- ily fun event to kick-off summer. Supporting the children of St Michael School, all proceeds made from the festival will be used to help create a healthy and safe school environment. The festival will include numerous chil- dren/adult rides and games. Also many types of food and commercial vendors to keep your appetite going. Nightly bands and a Signature Fireworks display are also planned. Schedule and Planned Entertainment May 29, OPENING NIGHT 5pm 10pm, Main stage Act SPINN May 30, WEEKEND KICK OFF 5pm 11pm, Main stage Act 5Against50 May 31, FIREWORKS NIGHT 12pm 11pm, Main stage Act CC Colletti June 1, SINATRA FAVORITES 12pm - 10pm, Main stage Act Artanis Set in picturesque Northwest NJ, the St Michael Italian Festival will be held at 1053 Waterloo Rd, WATERLOO VILLAGE CONCERT FIELD in Stanhope, NJ. To learn more about the event you can visit www.smsitalianfest.com, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. St Michael School To Hold 1st Annual Italian Festival Get Your Business Noticed with the AREAS MOST READ PAPER... AND WE CAN PROVE IT! Call 973-252-9889 for information Attention Schools, Churches, Organizations Send Your Press Releases to mjmediaeditor@gmail.com Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 13 Bagels Muffins Pastries Sandwiches Grillers Wraps Pitas FULL BOARS HEAD DELI Catering Available! FREE Delivery $15 Min. 14 Bagels $ 9.99 O n l y 14 Bagels $ 9.99 O n l y Open 7 Days With this coupon.Not to be combined. Expires 5/31/14 With this coupon.Not to be combined. Expires 5/31/14 With this coupon.Not to be combined. Expires 5/31/14 With this coupon.Not to be combined. Expires 5/31/14 With this coupon.Not to be combined. Expires 5/31/14 With this coupon.Not to be combined. Expires 5/31/14 10% OFF Any Catering Order COMBO 6 Bagels, 1/4 lb., Any Cream Cheese, & 1/4lb. Lox $ 8.99 O n l y GREAT FOR THE OFFICE Box of Joe 1 Doz. Bagels 1/4 lb. Butter 1/4 lb. Cream Cheese $ 19.99 O n l y PARTY BAGELS Your Choice (Serves 15-20 People) Great For Your Holiday Party! $ 55 00 O n ly $65 Value Page 14, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Cheryl Conway I nstead of sitting around waiting for the new playground at Turkey Brook Park in Budd Lake to be complete, come exercise to help raise funds to offset the cost and benefit the children of Mt. Olive. Exercise for Mt Playmore- an Aerobathon by the Mt. Olive Exercise pro- gram through the towns recreation depart- ment can help those get in shape so they can keep up with their kids on the new Mt.Playmore playground. The Aerobathon is set for Saturday, June 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Mt. Olive Public Librarys Gathering Room in Flanders. For three hours, enjoy cardio aerobics, Kickbox, movements on a step, Pilates, Zumba and toning. Cost is $10 to partici- pate with all proceeds going to help offset the cost of Mt. Playmore. Head instructor Laura Hars of Budd Lake decided to host the Aerobathon because, I want to see the children in Mt Olive have a really great playground. When my children were growing up I used to drive them over to the Imagination Station in Roxbury and they loved it. I always wanted one here for my kids and I think this would be an asset for our township and would make Turkey Brook a full scale recreational facility. Registration is at 9:15 a.m. at the Mt. Olive Public Library the morning of the program. The Aerobathon will be broken down into segments featuring five different instructors and forms of exercise. Hars will teach Interval Velocity (which will include a 15 minute warm-up and stretch) from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.; Kathy will teach Kickbox at 10:15 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.; Cheryl will teach Cardio Camp/Ball Blast from 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.; Jen will teach Zumba from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.; and Carrie will end the session with Pilates (which will include a 15 minute cool-down and stretch) from 11:45 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Participants must sign a release form stating they have no medical conditions that would prohibit their participation. Sneakers, an exercise mat and physio ball (if they have one) is required. While the purpose of the Aerobathon is to benefit the children of Mt. Olive, par- ticipants will be exposed to a great oppor- tunity to try all of the different classes offered by the Mt Olive Exercise Program in a condensed fashion and see the different instructors in our program, says Hars. People can come and go as they please and they will be able to evaluate the classes, teaching style of the instructors, the intensi- ty of the classes and get a good workout. While registration will be taken at the door, participants are asked to email Hars atlmhars@gmail.com). Questions, call Hars at 973-903-0453. The Mt. Olive Exercise Program is offering a three month special from June through Aug. for $120. Also enjoy a free week of classes the first week of June in order to evaluate the program before signing up $50 per month or for the three month special. Visit on-line at: https://www.mountolivetownship.comfor more information. Aerobathon Set In Motion To Raise Funds For New Playground Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. 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Picture by Archer Jones Scouts Complete Bi-State Hike Page 16, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline A rt of Dance in Chester was recently honored to represent the state of New Jersey at Dance Excellence, an International Festival for Young Dancers, in Los Angeles, CA. By invitation only, the event brought together artists, dancers, and directors from Asia, North America, Europe, Australia/New Zealand, and Africa. These thousands of dancers shared each others cultures, languages, love of dance and life, and in doing so, their cultural boundaries disappeared. Students participated in work- shop classes taught by the industrys top dance professionals from television shows like So You Think You Can Dance, Americas Best Dance Crew, as well as Hollywoods top working choreographers. The seven-day event culminated at Disneyland with performances given by each delegate which delighted the Disneyland audience. All styles of dance were represented from Ballet to Hip Hop showcasing each countries cultural dances. Governor Chris Christie authored a con- gratulatory letter, applauded the Art of Dance and its director, Valerie Harman, for fostering a healthy and positive environ- ment for youth through creative self-expres- sion and intense physical and mental train- ing, and went on to commend Art of Dance for their hard work and contributions throughout the years. Art of Dance students train with the most sought after choreographers/teachers in their regular classes. Faculty commute from New York City every day of the week. Many are working professionals on Broadway or members of professional Ballet Companies. What keeps them com- ing back to the sleepy town of Chester? The desire to share their passion with the next generation of committed dancers in the Art of Dance family www.artofdance.org or call (908) 879- 4919 for details and registration. Local Dance School Receives Praise from Governor Christie Get Your Business Noticed with the AREAS MOST READ PAPER... AND WE CAN PROVE IT! Call 973-252-9889 for information Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 17 Page 18, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Cheryl Conway T his year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Mt. Olive Memorial Day Parade and with that comes a monu- mental ceremony following the parade at the recent- ly upgraded All Veterans Memorial (AVM) at Turkey Brook Park in Budd Lake. The day would not be successful without all of the vol- unteer help from various areas throughout the community. From the committee organizers, marchers, township offi- cials, local businesses and the schools, the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony would not be a success. Its being built by the people, by the community, says Charlie Wood Urhmann, originator and founder of the AVM. It has been a community effort. All monies used to build the memorial have come from private donations. Before parade goers line up for their march, St. Judes Knights of Columbus #6100 will host a breakfast for the family members of the fallen and representatives of the American Legion at the Mt. Olive Senior Center. With 254 American Legions throughout New Jersey, representatives from each legion as well as family members who have lost a loved one in the Global War on Terror (GWOT), have been invited to the breakfast that has been spearheaded by Councilman John Mania. After the parade, the 7th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the AVM will take place. Special guests will be honored. The original performers from the inauguration of the AVM will return to perform during the Memorial Day ceremony; Vietnam Veteran Mark Noyes will play rituals during the ceremony; Roxbury Councilman Tim Smith will perform the National Anthem and other patriotic songs; Freeholder and former Mt. Olive Mayor David Scapicchio will present the Morris County Meritorious Military Awards; Mt. Olive Council President John Mania will pres- ent the first Mt. Olive Volunteerism Award. In addition to those festivities, attention will be brought to the recent upgrades to the AVM ceremonial ground such as an eternal flame pit, four 11 columns representing the four promises of prosperity, and repurposing the existing flag burning vault into a tomb for our MIA (Missing In Action) and the addition of 50 new medallion pavers to the GWOT Purple Heart Bridge to memorialize NJs most recent fallen heroes. Organizers will unveil and dedicate the newly added POW/MIA Monument, designed by Charlie Uhrmann, with four 11 inch pillars similar to the WWII Memorial in Washington, D.C. The unveiling of the monument will be a work or art, says Uhrmann. It is one of the most moving monuments that will make you think how important our servicemen and women are to us. The AVM will update the GWOT Purple Heart Bridge by adding 50 additional memorial pavers honoring NJs fallen heroes, says Urhmann. About 151 soldiers from NJ have fallen from the GWOT, with one from Mt. Olive, Ronald Harrison the II, who died May 2008 right before the inau- gural ceremony of the AVM. Urhmann had sent a rendering of the monument to the Mt. Olive High School National Arts Society and also invit- ed artists from the schools to come and repaint some of the medallions on the Purple Heart Bridge. When you walk on these pavers, every one of those fall- en soldiers has been sponsored by a private citizen says Urhmann. Private citizens have built this and do care about our veterans. Thats a true community project. The people donated every element- no public money has been used. In honor of these 50 fallen soldiers, 50 American Legion Representatives will carry the 50 memorial flags in the parade and present them during the ceremony, says Urhmann. We already have most of the people honored there, on the GWOT Bridge. We are updating the 50 who arent on the bridge. Soldiers are honored on medallion pavers with their name, rank, branch of service and date of death. Urhmann also asked the MOHS wood working students if they would construct and paint 150 field crosses. Another change to the AVM site will be a separate stand- ing vault to repurpose the existing flag burning provided by Urhmanns son, Eric Wood. The idea is to use the existing flag burning vault on the Presidential Preamble Stage for the flag burning ceremony. Since the flag burning vault did not generate enough heat or flame to retire an entire flag, organizers will repurpose the vault. Also unveiled will be a steel eternal flame, designed in 2008 by Woods friend, Steve Conrad, which will be placed in front of the new POW/MIA Monument. A new walkway, Independence Walkway, is in the works with hopes for completion for Memorial Day 2015. Monumental Ceremony Will Mark Community Support of Veterans Memorial continued on next page Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 19 This Memorial Day will mark the beginning for fundraising for Independence Walkway, says Urhmann. Pavers for the new walkway, which will be handicap accessible, will lead into the new Veterans Seating area. Pavers are being sold for $35. A new Veteran seating area was slated for completion before the AVM ceremony but that project has been delayed. Home Dept in Hackettstown has offered to con- struct the bench tops as well as benches for the Gazebo. Monies have been provided by Urhmann and her husband, as well as a grant by Home Depot. Also in the near future, a pavilion may to be erected by private donations to be used on ceremonial grounds to host ceremonies or picnics especially in inclement weather or for the band. Urhmann created the original design and started fundraising for the AVM back in 2006. The concept for the AVM was in conjunction with her sons Eagle Scout Project to provide surrounding trees, the flag burning vault and American flag pole for the memorial. Urhmann, who had worked with military families from 1978-2000 in Beaufort, S. Carolina, felt it was a patriotic duty to organize a veterans memorial in Mt. Olive. The original complex designed by architect Glenn Pellett - takes the shape of the Congressional Medal of Honor if looking down at it from an airplane view. That was completed and unveiled on May 25, 2008 with $150,000 in private donations. Since 2008, all of the Mt. Olive Memorial Day cere- monies have taken place at the AVM, as well as Veterans Monumental Ceremony... Day parades and 911 memorials. In Nov. 2009, the Path to Enduring Freedom was dedi- cated at the AVM. The Pathway with its handicap walkway in the main path into the ceremonial grounds, lists all of the wars chronologically from the Revolutionary War to the War on Terrorism; branches of service; famous quotes by U.S. presidents while they were serving office; casualties and the wounded. It has been Uhrmanns goal to raise more funds and add on to the memorial. I always pledged I wanted to continue with the All Veterans Memorial, says Uhrmann. Weve been adding all these elements. I worked really hard collecting all my funds. This is going to be the peoples memorial. Everyone who contributed did it with their hearts. AVM is a memorial park to recognize and honor men and women for their selfless service, bravery and ultimate sacrifice, and acknowledge every NJ fallen hero. It is a place for ones left behind to meditate, reflect, remember, celebrate and honor for generations to come. While much support has been given, the community can still sponsor a fallen hero who lost their life on the GWOT by buying a customized 8x8 medallion paver on the orig- inal Path to Enduring Freedom for $150, and an American Flag to be presented in their honor at the Memorial Day cer- emony. To buy a commemorative paver for the new 8-inch wide Independence Walkway, which will display the name, rank and branch of service of those who served, cost is $35. Checks and money orders can be made to All Veterans Memorial, 12 Jennies Lane, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840. For more information call Urhmann at (908) 684-0057. continued from previous M ark you calendars now! On Thursday, June 12 through Saturday, June 14 treat your family to wholesome entertainment at the TriCounty Fair. There will be thrill rides, carnival games, face painting, fire- works, awesome music, great food and more! TriCounty Fair admission is free and all the festivities will happen on the sprawling 107acre campus of Christ Church, 140 Green Pond Road in Rockaway. For excitement that wont break the bank, be sure to get your Advanced Sale Ride Tickets now. Save big with 33% off the cost of all rides on the midway. On opening night, Thursday, June 12, get a jumpstart to the fun at a huge discount with an Unlimited Ride Band pay one price and enjoy every ride on the midway. The cant miss Fireworks Extravaganza is Friday, June 13 under the evening stars. And the Fair caps off with impressive musical talent; catch the performances on The Showcase, Saturday, June 14. For directions to the TriCounty Fair, ticket purchases or more information call 973-783-1010 or visit www.TriCountyFair.org. Three Days of Free Summer Fun At The TriCounty Fair Page 20, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline A bilities of Northwest Jersey, Inc. will be hosting their annual ABILI- TEES Invitational Golf Outing at Hawk Pointe Golf Club on Monday, June 23rd. Golfers are invited to come and enjoy a fun afternoon while supporting the works of Abilities and their mission of serving individuals with disabilities. The tournament has been a sellout event for several years, with golfers registering early to reserve their spots. This years tour- nament offers play at the majestic, private course, Hawk Pointe Golf Club, offering 18 holes of golf, cart, continental breakfast, lunch, post tournament awards dinner, com- plimentary event t-shirt, golfer goodie/swag bag, and complimentary beverages during play, all for the same incredible value of $150. There will be Hole-in-One prizes and contests galore, door prizes and a silent auc- tion raffle! New this year, winning teams will be flighted by their final team score, giving every team an opportunity to win! The proceeds from this outing are dedi- cated to Abilities program services and mis- sion of improving the employability and quality of life for people with disabilities by providing training and individualized serv- ices. Abilities is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 agency providing a full array of community integrated employment and day program services for individuals with disabilities for 40 years in Warren, northern Hunterdon, western Morris and southern Sussex coun- ties. A variety of sponsorship opportunities and individual golf packages are available along with non-golf sponsorships and pro- gram advertising. For more information on golf participation or sponsorship opportuni- ties please call (908) 689-1118, email info@abilitiesnw.com, or visit www.abili- tiesnw.com. Registration is limited to the first 132 golfers. Dont miss out on one of the best outings in the area. Call and reserve your spot today! Abili-Tees Annual Golf Outing Being Planned Attention Schools, Churches, Organizations Send Your Press Releases to mjmediaeditor@gmail.com Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 21 L ong a curiosity closed to the public, the Blairsden estate in Peapack-Gladstone will include two land- scape paintings by Todd L. W. Doney, professor of visual arts at County College of Morris (CCM), when it opens as this years Mansion in May. Its a special honor to have my work on display in this estate, which will be open to the public for the first time ever this spring, said Doney. The opulent 38-room Louis XIV style mansion in the Somerset Hills was completed in 1903 as the country home of Clinton Ledyard Blair, an investment banker. He also was director of several railway companies, including the Sussex Railroad and Green Bay and Western Railroad, and a number of other corporations. The Womens Association of Morristown Medical Center sponsors Mansion in May each year as the preemi- nent designer showhouse in the New Jersey-New York area. More than 50 interior and landscape designers take part in the event, which serves as a fundraiser for Morristown Medical Center. Proceeds from this years mansion visits will go toward an expanded pediatric intensive care unit and new autism center at the Goryeb Childrens Hospital. Doneys work at the estate consists of two large-scale landscape paintings. They will be included in the room being decorated by Broadfoot & Broadfoot, the gallery which represents Doney. Mansion in May runs now through May 31. Tickets to the event can be purchased online at www.mansioninmay.org/. Doney, who began his higher education at a community college, is widely known for his vivid Neo-Impressionistic paintings of New Jerseys Great Swamp. His work, reflect- ing the beauty and variety of nature accented by the bright colors of the sun, most recently was on display at an exhi- bition of New Jersey landscapes at Drumthwacket, the gov- ernors mansion. Last year, he also held a solo exhibit at the Morris Museum. He also has held one-person exhibits at Broadfoot & Broadfoot, the Gallery MacEgan in Morristown, the College of Saint Elizabeth, New Jersey City University, Griffin Gallery in Madison and at the Brickton Art Gallery in Park Ridge, IL. His works are in public and private collections worldwide. Doney earned his MFA in painting from New Jersey City University. He joined the CCM faculty in 2011 and teaches drawing, painting, portfolio and presentation classes at the college. For additional information on Doney and his work, visit www.todddoney.com. CCM Professors Paintings Displayed at Mansion in May Mystifying Blairsden Estate to Feature the Works of Todd L. W. Doney Page 22, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Cheryl Conway S pring is clearly here now, the snow is gone and with that grows the grass, tree leaves and fragrant flowers. While most welcome the changing sea- son, allergy sufferers are looking for reme- dies to stop their itchy, watery, red eyes. Advanced Eyecare Associates in Ledgewood- a full scope eye health and vision care practice- is there to help with all eye allergy symptoms. With this past winter being extra cold and wet, experts are predicting a bad aller- gy season. At this time of year, many of our patients suffer from allergies, says Dr. Randolph Brooks of Succasunna, founder of Advanced Eyecare Associates. Its important to see your eye doctor to make sure those allergies are treated properly. Patients who suffer from conjunctivitis (pink eye) may also be suffering from an eye allergy issue that may be contributing to that problem, says Brooks, an Optometric Physician who also happens to be an allergy sufferer. Recurrent conjunctivitis can be triggered by allergy and should warrant a visit to the eye doctor, he says. Often, eye redness and itchiness is ini- tially caused by allergies, says Brooks. Allergic conjunctivitis is not contagious. Optometrists can prescribe a variety of eye drops and treatments which could lessen allergy symptoms. Many patients need chronic allergy treatment such as drops to prevent acute episodes. Contagious conjunctivitis is often caused by a virus from an upper respiratory infection or by bacteria. says Brooks. It may be an allergy initially, causing you to rub your eye, but then bacteria may get in your eye from rubbing it with your fingers which causes a contagious conjunctivitis. Brooks says, We treat both chronic allergy symptoms as well as acute allergy symptoms. Getting ahead of seasonal symp- toms will bring relief sooner. Symptoms of ocular/eye allergy include red, watery eyes that can also be puffy and itchy. Just like nasal allergies, peoples eye allergies vary throughout the allergy season, depending on the pollen count which changes during the year and even during the time of day. Spring and fall are the worst allergy seasons during the year; with spring being even worse because of all thats blooming, says Brooks. The pollen count is very high right now from the trees, says Brooks. Because of the cold, wet weather this past winter, it is pre- dicted to be a bad allergy season. It has been so cold and wet, the flowers and the trees are blooming at the same time. Besides environmental allergies, there are those patients who do suffer from indoor allergies brought on by dust and pets. Contact lens patients are often affected by eye allergies that can decrease comfort and lens wearing time. As a practice that is always investing in the newest technology and treatment of eye problems, Advanced Eyecare offers a new type of contact lens that is helpful to allergy sufferers. These lenses are daily disposable and made from the newest materials to help prevent eye infections and allergy problems caused by dirty contact lenses. Daily disposable contacts are much bet- ter, says Brooks. A fresh clean lens on the eye everyday offers an eye health advantage from not being subjected to deposits. Patients appreciate the convenience of daily disposable contact lenses for social reasons, sports and outdoor activities but where they really shine is in treating patients who suffer from allergies. Brooks also recommends large sunglass- es that wrap around the eye to protect his allergy- suffering patients from wind and pollen as well as the sun. Allergy sufferers are not the only ones that need regular eye exams.. Elderly patients need regular eye care to help detect such problems as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration, says Brooks, who was the first New Jersey optometrist elected Local Eye Doctors Look Into Allergies For Chronic Itchy Eyes Dr. Randolph Brooks continued on next page Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 23 Womens Wash, Cut & Style $5 OFF One coupon per customer. Coupons may not be combined with any other offer. Expires 6/30/14 New Client Special! 25% OFF ANY SERVICE $10 OFF Color or Highlight Service with Cut & Style One coupon per customer. Coupons may not be combined with any other offer. Expires 6/30/14 One coupon per customer. Coupons may not be combined with any other offer. Expires 6/30/14 Brazilian Keratin Hair Straightening Treatment $90 OFF Kids Cuts With slected stylists. One coupon per customer. Coupons may not be combined with any other offer. 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Established in 1977, Advanced Eyecare Associates has been in Ledgewood for 27 years, providing full scope eye health and vision care to its patients of all ages, rang- ing from infants to the elderly. In its mission statement, the doctors and staff strive to exceed our patients' expecta- tions by providing state-of-the-art eye health and vision care, prescribing only the Dr. Rachel Beneski Dr. Susan Gardner Local Eye Doctors... most advanced vision products, creating a friendly, compassionate atmosphere, and inspiring confidence through communica- tion, education and respect. Our commitment is to ensure our patients enjoy the highest quality of life possible by maintaining healthy vision for a lifetime, as stated on the website. Brooks prides his practice on the very personal care that the doctors and staff pro- vide to their patients and says that patient education is a critical piece in maintaining good eye health. Brooks shares his eye practice with Optometric Physicians, Dr. Susan Gardner, and Dr. Rachel Beneski. We love to see young children as well as elderly patients and everything in between, says Brooks. It is truly a family eye care practice. For more information on Advanced Eyecare Associates, go to www.Advanced2020.com. continued from previous page Page 24, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Cheryl Conway S elected students in grades six through twelve spent their last day before spring break in the first TEDxYouth Conference at a public school in New Jersey. The Technology, Entertainment & Design (TEDx) Youth Conference was held Friday, April 11, from11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mt. Olive High School. The first of its kind in Mt. Olive and all of NJ at a public school, the conference may become an annual event. The theme for this years assembly was Challenge the Impossible. About 100 students from the Mt.Olive middle and high schools, as well as some parents and sponsors, attended the event to listen to 12 different student presenta- tions and share ideas. Peter Hughes, director of curriculum and instruction of the Mt. Olive School District, describes the conference as a strong program. Students learned how to look at things at a different perspective; to look at solutions; to be creative; to think outside the box. Founded in 1984, TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. It started as a four-day confer- ence in California and has grown to support world-changing ideas with multiple initiatives. With two annual TED Conferences, the worlds leading thinkers and doers are invit- ed to speak for 18 minutes on a diverse mix of topics. TEDx, a program that branched off of TED in 2009, involves local, self-organized events that bring people togeth- er to share a TED-like experience. At TEDx Conferences, a group of youth and adult speakers and performers come together to share their ideas in the form of presentations, demonstrations, songs or even music. Robert Brown of Mt. Olive, who has been involved with TED for 10 years, became an organizer of TEDx in Sept. 2013 and decided to organize TEDxYouth@Mt.Olive, a forum cre- ated to bring middle and high school students into the TEDx movement. With engaging stories, inspiring performances, and intriguing presentations, we will explore ideas together and explore what they mean to each of us, explains Brown on the website. TED offers a variety of viewpoints on a number of top- ics for people to rally around and move forward in a positive way, say Brown, organizer and curator of TEDxYouth in Mt. Olive. In order to hold a conference, Brown had to apply to TED, get approval from the Mt. Olive School district to host the event, educate students and teachers about TED, and con- tact other local schools to spark interest. Brown, who has two kids that attend MOMS, decided that a conference for youth would be beneficial to the younger generation. He contacted about 25 schools in the area to spread the word, but admits that most people just dont know what TED is about. The purpose for the conference was to share ideas, says Brown, who works as a digital advisor to Fortune 500 compa- nies. The theme for MOs event, Challenge The Impossible, centered on the idea that no matter how challenging some- thing is there is always a way around it to reach your goal, find funding, educate or help, explains Brown. Speakers had to find a way to achieve that goal, says Brown, adding that students mostly from the gifted and talent- ed classes as well as marketing were selected to serve as speakers at the conference through applications and auditions. For 18 minutes, 12 students were asked to present a topic through a speech, song, dance, video or demonstration. It was great theme, says Hughes, who attended and helped out at the conference. I loved it; believing in kids and what they are capable of. A lot of things and ideas students came up with that were personal and relevant to the lives of kids, challenge the impossible, like getting into Princeton University. Students then broke out into small groups for one hour to discuss solutions to challenges discussed. They Were posed a task and had to come up with a solu- tion to a dilemma, explains Hughes. They worked with lap- tops and worked with others. All of the chatter was about what they were learning. They were being challenged to think in a unique way, and for each speaker to bring out a unique per- spective for kids to look at. The idea was understanding a global perspective better, says Brown. Mt. Olive is a middle class suburban environ- ment. You dont realize the challenges of children in other areas. The conference allowed students to take a step out of their normal life; Let them focus on a more global problem. As a huge TED fan, who has been watching the TED talks for almost six years, Hughes admires the high quality, amazing lectures and innovative ideas. As Americans we always have to hold onto the idea of innovation. Thats what makes our country great. Innovation is what makes our coun- try stand out. We dont need students who are trained from a world that no longer exists. Our students will design the future of our country. TED talks touch on so many important topics, says Hughes, technology, science and engineering, even education. Its a great way of opening kids minds. The goal is to encourage the involvement of more schools Local Conference Challenges The Minds of Youths continued on next page Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 25 and host a TEDxYouth conference annually at Mt. Olive. This was proof in concept, says Hughes, that was far outstripping our expectations. The kids and the engagement were outstand- ing. The quality of the day was really strong. Hughes says Now that we have examples of what our students are capable of, we will help grow it. MO is the first public school in NJ to ever host one, he says. People didnt understand that students could be great pre- senters and speakers. The level they bring to the table is extraordinary. Although the speakers were only 14 or 15 years old, They bring a tremendous amount of life experience to the table, says Hughes. They step up to it; its amazing. I think they did a really nice job. The idea is to grow them into excellent speakers. Lunch was provided by funds donated from Siemens. Other sponsors of TEDxYouth@Mt.Oliveincluded the Mt. Olive BOE and Castle Printing. For more information or to see a presentation from the TEDxYouth@Mt.Olive conference, go to tedxyouthmtolive.com. continued from previous Page 26, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 27 By Cheryl Conway A s New Jersey celebrates its 350th Anniversary, the Mt. Olive Historical Society reminisces by sharing old photos from the early years in Budd Lake and Flanders. While NJ was founded in 1664, Morris County was estab- lished almost fifty years later in 1713. BeforeMt. Olive became a township of its own, it was part of Roxbury Township, which was founded in 1740 and was the fourth township in the county. Mt. Olive broke off from Roxbury in 1871. Located in southwestern Morris County, Mt. Olive is com- prised of two cities, Flanders and Budd Lakes, encompassing 32 square miles. Rich in history, Budd Lake- formerly called Budds Lake- was named for John Budd, who acquired 1,300 acres of land in the area in 1714 and owned a boat livery and bait business. Budds family built a dance hall there named Budd Pavilion. Budd Lake, the largest natural lake in NJ, is the headwaters to the South Branch Raritan River, according to Mt. Olives Centennial Journal. Over the years, people have fished, swum and sailed. By the late 19th century, wealthy New Yorkers flocked to Budd Lake for rest and recreation, according to the journal. Hundreds of people used to travel from far distances to use the lake as a summer resort area. In 1946, motels lined Route 6 - which became Route 46 in 1950 - for 20 years, enjoying operations along the shore like the Wigwam, noted as being the first dance-a-dime place in the U.S., where named bands performed; a nightclub called the Casino; and the Oasis, where Jackie Gleason was a singing bartender. In the late 1800s, early 1900s, Budd Lake was a big des- tination area attracting people from Newarkand the Patterson area, says Kathy Murphy, corresponding secretary of the Mt. Olive Historical Society. Trains and busses from Newark could head out for the day, but for the most part for the week- end. You had dance halls with big band music, merry go- rounds and night clubs. Back then, the area had lots of big hotels, little cabins, places to camp, says Murphy. Even old timers who still live in the area can recall com- ing out to Mt. Olive when Budd Lake was more of a destina- tion location, says Murphy, staying in small bungalows and summer houses, especially for those who could not afford to visit the Catskills or Adirondacks. The Pinecrest Lodge, One of the many hotels at that time, was located on Rte. 46 facing the lake. This was nice, was over the lake. All that remains now is the stonewall and steps located near the Lutheran Church, where Lakeview Estates has been built. Budd Lake was packed with hotels and recreation venues in the early 1900s for summer vacationers. According to excerpts taken from The History of Mount Olive, by Rita Hilbert, Judge Mann of Newark bought 155 acres of land on the east shore of Budd Lake in 1883 and built the mansion Pinecrest (so-called from the many pine trees the judge planted to please his wife who missed the pine trees of Maine). The house was eventually sold to the Vockraths who converted it to one of the most popular places in the area. That area of Budd Lake is still called Pinecrest because of all the pine trees, says Murphy. After World War II, the tourist business ended and Mt. Olive became part of suburban NJ, according to the Centennial Journal. The Casino was converted into the for- mer Mt. Olive Twp Municipal building. Younger generations left the lake area and older generations retired, converting their summer bungalows into year-round retirement homes, according to news articles. Once the 1950s set in, it tailed off, says Murphy. Things started to change. The vacation spot just teetered off. When the Depression hit in the 1930s people didnt have money to spend on hotels and vacation. The big three-story hotels in the area eventually they all just burnt or were torn down or sold off, says Murphy. One by one, they started to be torn down or disappear. The empha- sis was more on building single family homes rather than vacation homes. The summer bungalows and cabins became residential year-round houses and many still stand today. The Pinecrest Lodge was located on Rte. 46 facing the lake. All that remains now is the stonewall and steps located near the Lutheran Church, where Lakeview Estates has been built. Budd Lake was packed with hotels and recreation venues in the early 1900s for summer vacationers. Historians Remember Pinecrest Hotel During Budd Lakes Prime Page 28, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline retirement, but her decision to leave comes with a heavy heart. Its hard to retire, says Dierks. CMS, Its been my baby. The idea of retiring, I struggled with it all year. I thought about it. Was I really ready? I wanted to go while I still liked it. Dierks was brought on as the first principal to open CMS in 2001; the building was the former Mt. Olive Middle School before the new middle school on Wolfe Road was built. As the population grew, the Mt. Olive school board redistricted and decided to turn the old middle school into an elementary school. It was exciting, says Dierks. Not many get to open an elementary school, to make our own tradition and make our own celebrations. Dierks was looking forward to working at a much big- ger school district compared to the Wharton school dis- trict, with only one middle and one elementary school, where she worked 1.5 years as a school principal. Before that, Dierks worked as a director of Special Services in Mendham Twp. schools for 11 years; Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant in Warren County; English teacher at County College of Morris in Randolph; and an elementary school teacher for Randolph Twp. schools from 1975-1979. She decided to become a principal because I felt I could help more students by influencing teachers, says Dierks. I wanted to broaden my role, not just in her work with spe- cial education but with all children and teachers. When Dierks started at CMS in April 2001, her tasks were plenty. She had to order furniture, like smaller chairs and desks for the younger students, and new library furni- ture. The cafeteria and gym had to be cleaned out from all of the old filing cabinets and teachers stuff that were left behind. Dierks rounded up a committee of parents to organize the purchase of a new playground; she had bulletin boards put up on the walls to make the school a colorful and excit- ing place for young children; and she had to petition the school board to spend money to have the lockers removed throughout the school. Since it was difficult for fifth graders to relocate to CMS for their last year of elementary school, Dierks thought it was a good idea to leave lockers intact just for the fifth grade wing so they felt privileged, she says. Dierks was also involved in hiring teachers and staff for the new elementary school. I had to encourage some teachers to transfer here, says Dierks, mostly from Tinc Road and Sandshore schools. When CMS first opened in Sept. 2001, 400 students were enrolled with 20 teachers. A few years ago, CMS saw its highest enrollment with 700 students. This year, that number is back down, with 660 students, and 30 teachers, but remains the largest enrolled elementary school in the district. Out of those teachers hired, 90 percent are still at CMS, says Dierks, making her retirement even harder for some. Although I had a feeling she would retire soon, I hon- estly didn't expect it to be this year, says Nicole Juckett, math basic skills teacher in grades K-5. I think we were all probably a little surprised. Journie Cifelli, reading specialist who has worked with Dierks for 11 years, says, I was shocked, she has been the only principal I have known. Her leadership will be greatly missed. Second grade teacher Ann Scotland, who also worked with Dierks since 2001 says, Like many, my first reaction was sadness. It is always nice when you get along with your boss and have their support. Not knowing what is ahead can be intimidating. However, for me Gayle became more than a boss she is also a friend. I am excited for her to now have time to spend with her family. I have no doubt that her gold at the end of this next rainbow in life will be spectacular! As a veteran teacher, Scotland describes Dierks tenure as a very special journey with many wonderful moments that followed from opening day. As principal of a new school, Dierks recognized that opening a new school and being the leader of this endeavor was a very special and unique opportunity that would involve a lot of work and heart. Gayle Dierks opened the doors of this school and dedi- cated everything she had to create a school community that was connected, educational, and inspiring, says Scotland. She succeeded in a remarkable way. She was able to blend staff from previous district elementary schools and outside hire into their new classrooms. She tapped in to the many talents that stood before her and placed teams of teachers to work their magic as one. The students of that delicate year were also taken from Principal To Retire... continued on next page continued from front page Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 29 one school setting and placed into this new environment, says Scotland. It was their new home away from home and they needed to find ownership in it. Gayle was quick to give them memories that they could connect with and get to know one another from. She made sure that the school had an elementary school feel with its energy and dcor. One of her first challenges into the school year was when 9-11 occurred, notes Scotland. It was in that moment that Gayle revealed through her actions how the Chester M. Stephens Elementary School family was one, says Scotland. It was clear, that her school would support all of its members during outside occurrences such as this horrific event. Quickly meetings were held and the planning of a school wide Art Auction took place. The theme of the art: Proud to live in America, involved a community gathering with students art on dis- play, and funds earned for the children in Afghanistan. So many lessons were offered in the enormity of the aftermath of 9-11, says Scotland. A part of healing was moving forward through giving. Gayle supported such lessons throughout her leadership, impacting people in dif- ferent ways. For me, I was reminded that teaching is so much more than a text book or a score; we get to open our students eyes to all possibilities and what he/she is capable of doing with his/her life. The teachers all commented on Dierks support over the years. Jucket, who has worked with Dierks since day one, says She has always been supportive in any ideas I have had. She has allowed me the opportunity to work in a variety of different positions, and run various programs. She allowed me to do both school wide and grade level fundraisers such as the Math-a-Thon, pumpkin grams to raise money for a family going through a hard time, looping, and switching grades. Cifelli says, She has always supported the teachers and students. She always gave the teachers what they needed to ensure the students success. As a teacher I have always been able to ask Gayle for help or assistance. She always encouraged us to be our best and do what's best for our stu- dents. Scotland says, The best gift Gayle gave to me as a teacher is that she respected my vision of what I valued in the classroom. She gave me the opportunity to prepare les- sons that were not necessarily straight from the text. She believed in me enough to allow me to work with the cur- riculum sprinkling a little bit of my own passions behind it. She allowed me to take my own healthy risks, to give added energy to my classroom and presentations. I was able to have a reenactment of the pioneer days, special author stud- ies, residents from a local nursing home in, and what I am most proud of the implementation of our school wide Character Education Program; Rainbow Connections. Gayle believed in me and what I could offer to the team, says Scotland. In turn my job went from being great to absolutely magical. She has inspired me to be more than I can be and I am so very grateful. Gayle has forever changed my life and how I take on my responsibilities. Her support meant the world. Since Dierks opened the school, many programs and tra- ditions have become a part of our school, says Juckett. With the help of her husband and some staff they have transformed the courtyard complete with a pond. She estab- lished our monthly Friday Finale where students and teach- ers are able to highlight the things they are learning by pre- senting them to the rest of the school. Our students get the benefit of meeting their teacher on the last day of school because of the Move Up Day idea she initiated. In addition, fifth grade students are awarded the honor of a clap out on their last day of school. After returning home from Australia one year, Dierks learned of a school in East Africa that needed sponsors for students that lived in poverty. Believing in this East African schools motto Fighting Poverty Through Education, Dierks united the CMS school population with the partner- ship of her Physical Education Department and raised funds with a school wide walk-a-thon. Due to Gayles diligence and great heart, this yearly walk-a-thon has offered learn- ing to an East African student named Eline. Out of all her programs, Dierks admits that her favorite has been Friday Finale, when the kids go on stage to share what they learned that month by telling a story, reading poetry, singing a song or presenting a Power Point. Its a great experience to be in front of people and to practice being an audience, says Dierks. Those who have worked with her compliment her style. Gayle is a great leader because she is clear in her expec- tations, says Juckett. She is supportive of her staff and will stand behind them. She is also very understanding about family. She is concerned when a member of her staff is going through a hard time and makes an effort to check in often to see if that person needs anything. Scotland says, Dierks was a great leader as a principle because she was devoted to her staff, students, and the Mt. continued from previous page continued on next page Page 30, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline
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Knowing that making great memories with family is important to the development of a child, Dierks had many family night events such as The Reading Gold Medal Ceremony and Country Mouse/City Mouse Dance, so that working parents could have an opportunity to share in school activities. Gayle took pride in every aspect of the Chester M. Stephens Elementary School with true commitment. Her loyalty couldnt be missed. She is always on mission, says Mt. Olive Superintendent of Schools Dr. Larrie Reynolds, who has known Dierks for six years since he came to the district. She presents faculty and staff with the problems and manages to produce in them amazingly positive answers. She cares very deeply about the work of educating kids. With CMS being the districts largest elementary school, She has led the school to consistently outperform its projected outcomes, says Reynolds. Her insistence upon quality has caused many hundreds of students to be better prepared for the middle school. Reynolds says, We are all saddened by the news that we wont have Gayle working for us. Her absence will leave a big hole in our administrative lineup. Im happy that she will have time to relax but will miss her a great deal. Dierks has enjoyed her role as principal at CMS. Ive enjoyed the kids, says Dierks; all the extra fun things, Olympic activities, cul- tural nights, cleanup days, Rock-n-roll-a- thons, concerts, and seeing the children excel and come into their own. At the same time, she has been faced with challenges, such as ensuring everyone is safe and has a great education. She says she worries about each child individually. I read every report card; brings kids in if they do bad; make sure they get help if they need it, and make sure things get done. Its a challenge to keep up that concern for each student and to make sure each teacher has what they need. She has seen many changes over the years. CMS has grown; population has grown, says Dierks, and with that two back to school nights rather than just one to accommodate all of the parents. Education has changed so much on national and state level, adds Dierks, with so many expectations on tests and data, leaving less time for projects and activities in the classroom. As an expert in the field, Dierks offers advice to others. You have to really understand elemen- tary education, the curriculum, the children, their needs, their strengths and what they like. You have to be conscientious about being fair; either you say yes to everyone or no. Everyone needs to be treated equal- ly. You have to be able to work with teach- ers too. While sad that she will be leaving CMS, Dierks looks forward to her retirement. She plans to Have fun, spend time with her husband and three daughters, trav- el, stay at her condominium in Florida over the cold winter months, and visit with friends who have also retired. You think after 35 years, what are you going to do? says Dierks, adding how important it is to enjoy life while you are still healthy. Dierks thanks the board of education and Dr. Reynolds for giving her the opportunity to run CMS, as well as all of the parents who are always there to help; without them we wouldnt be able to do half the stuff; and how they care for their children-Its very wonderful to see. Its been a great career, wonderful time, says Dierks with tears in her eyes. Its been a great chapter in my life. I will miss the kids and the teachers. Principal To Retire... continued from previous page Get Your Business Noticed with the AREAS MOST READ PAPER... AND WE CAN PROVE IT! Call 973-252-9889 for information Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 31 A s the end of the school year approaches, the hardworking gym- nasts of cs gymnastics, in flanders, are ready and eager to show off their smiles and styles on tumbling, bars, vault, beam, trampoline and rings. Family and friends will be the guests to cheer on the excited athletes. All local fans are also invited to join the celebration of skills, fit- ness, and accomplishments. The perform- ances will run on friday evening may 30 from 6-8pm and saturday, may 31,from 3- 5pm. Admission is free, smiles are manda- tory! Hope to see you there. Contact cs gymnastics for more details, 973-347- 2771. Olympic Smiles & Styles Coming to CS Gymnastics Page 32, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Cheryl Conway M t. Olives best kept secret was unveiled recently at the official opening of The Morris Canal Greenway Braille Trail. Just a week after Earth Day, the ribbon cutting ceremony was held 2:30 p.m., Monday, April 28, at the trails entrance at Plane Street Bridge in Stanhope. The first phase of the mile long trail stretches north of the Plane Street Bridge, from Love Lane in Mt. Olive along the historic Morris Canal. While the trail provides a great walkway for all individuals to enjoy, the trail incorpo- rates a guided system for accessibility to blind individuals and the visually impaired. We are very happy that we reached the end of a very long road, says Mt. Olive Twp. Mayor Rob Greenbaum, one of five speakers at the ribbon cutting ceremony. Greenbaum was among 60 other representa- tives local, county and state-wide; agencies such as the NJ Foundation for the Blind; and Givaudan Fragrances Corporation in Budd Lake, corporate sponsor of the trail. We are very pleased with the outcome. The trail is an excellent place to go out if in a wheel-chair, stroller, mountain bike or walk in general. Its a great walk; two miles back and forth. Greenbaum who walked the trail during a guided tour led by Joe Macasek- president of the Morris Canal Society, says its beau- tiful; its shaded, Its level. You can walk into Stanhope. Its a country trail in the mid- dle of Mt. Olive. Its very picturesque, one of the best kept secrets in Mt. Olive. Mt. Olive Council Vice President Joe Nicastro says, I would like to thank Givaudan for the support and work on this project. When I saw the trail for the first time I was very impressed with the project. It is a beautiful stretch that people will enjoy. It is great to see the cooperation of businesses and the township working together to create a better community for all residents to enjoy today and in the future. The Morris Canal Greenway Braille Trail has been in the works for the past year and has been a joint project by Mt. Olive and Stanhope townships and Givaudan Fragrance Corporation. The concept of Givaudan participating in this effort traces back to 2009, according to Givaudan Vice President of Operations John Trombley, when corporate leaders identified a platform for employees to vol- unteer. The fragrant side of the company was encouraged to connect to the senses; (L to R) Mark Texel, Director Dept of Parks & Forestry, John Trombley, Vice President Operations, Givaudan Fragrances, Mayor Rob Greenbaum, Mount Olive Township Givaudans Corporate Vision Leads To Opening of Braille Trail while the flavor side was encouraged to connect to health and wellness. While Givuadan has been a pillar to the community by giving to the Red Cross, disaster relief funds, purchase of an ice-res- cue sled, improvements to Turkey Brook Park and other town events and projects, nothing we had longstanding stood for what we were trying to be about, says Trombley. Providing a trail for the vision- impaired would be a perfect fit for the companys vision for volunteering since it was a direct link to the senses. Trombley says the goal was to support five areas: vision impairment or blindness; sustainability; employee involvement; sen- sory component; and health and wellness. Mt. Olive Township leaders, meanwhile, continued on next page Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 33 had a lost trail system that needed to be regenerated, explains Trombley. There was a three mile stretch in the Morris Canal Greenway with no plans to resurrect or improve. Greenbaum says the project started sev- eral years ago with leaders looking to improve the trail system. We reached out to some companies to see who would want to partner to make the town a more beautiful place to live. Mt. Olive township officials then approached Givaudan about a year ago with the concept to improve the trail system while accommodating the visually impaired. From April 2013 to Jan. 2014, Givaudan worked with the New Jersey State Parks and Forest Department of Environmental Protection, as well as historic societies of the Morris Canal Greenway to determine guidelines and identify the projects scope, says Trombley. About 60 Givuadan employees volun- teered their time along with township work- ers to install a firm base of crushed stone along the mile trail; provide excavation work on the width of the trail providing a level base and hardened posts; and install 160 bollards or wooden barges along the trail with rope threaded through each barge, explains Trombley. Materials and building construction needs were supplied by Givaudan; Mt. Olive Twp. provided time and resources to excavate the project; possible state or feder- al grant monies are being to improve thePlane Street Bridge. With phase one completed, Trombley says plans for phase two will be to connect to International Drive with sidewalks and voice recognition to allow trail users to cross the street with the latest technology; and phase three to re-scope the existing trail to access the woods from International Dr. to Waterloo Rd. His hopes are for the trail to reach three miles All the way to Waterloo when com- pleted in three to five years. We are really early on but our hopes are to connect all that, but there are no firm plans yet, says Trombley. Some future plans will include a Sensory Garden, picnic area, benches, and an app to allow visually impaired people to under- stand how they are progressing through the trail. Although we did it for the visually impaired or blind, Trombley says the trail will be used by everybody. Its designed for the enjoyment of all. Its an absolutely beautiful stretch of land. Its a very surreal path. The bollards and rope provide a guided system to provide assistance with walking. The opportunity is there if anyone needs assistance. Trombley mentions the importance of raising awareness and supporting the visu- ally impaired. Blindness, vision impairment is a con- cern that spreads and effects many people, says Trombley. The new trail raises aware- ness to those challenges and encourages the aid from those who suffer from it. Nicastro says, the Braille trail is huge benefit to the area. The first phase which is open now will eventually continue on to connect to Continental Drive in the ITC. With many trials that we have or that are being worked on coming on line we will have one of the best trails in the area. With the Braille Trail, it will accommodate the visually impaired allowing more people to enjoy this trail for years to come. As far as maintaining the trail, Givaudan and the township are on board. Mt. Olive Twp. has agreed to provide services to clean up weeds, and repair bol- lards and rope if needed, says Greenbaum. We hope to maintain the beauty of the trail, says Trombley. We will organize groups to help volunteer to maintain it, like using a leaf blower or picking up garbage. Through interpretive signs in Braille and other features, this trail opens up the rich historic and cultural resources of the Morris Canal to the visually impaired, including the towpath and walls of the old lock tenders house, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bob Martin said in a press release. We thank our partners for under- taking this project serving sight impaired visitors and are honored to have played a role in establishing it. Stanhope and Mt. Olive each received $15,000 in National Recreational Trail grants from the National Park Service to enhance the trail, according to the press release. Enhancements include improvements to the bridge at Plane Street, installation of wayside exhibits from the Plane Street Bridge to the Netcong Train Station, and improving the Houdaille Bridge. Although rare in nature, other ADA accessible trails are maintained by the park service throughout the state, including por- tions of the 26-mile Paulinskill Valley Trail in Sussex and Warren counties and theD&R Canal in central NJ; and a nature trail in Cape Mays Belleplain State Forest. continued from previous Braille Trail... Page 34, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Cheryl Conway A s the son of a double lung transplant survivor, Storm Shawl of Flanders knows first hand the obstacles his dad faced when it came to medical bills for medicine and therapy post surgery. Although his dad died in 2011, seven years after the sur- gery from other complications, Shawl has started a founda- tion- A Shawl of Hope- in his dad's memory to raise money for others who need organ transplants. The first fundraiser for his foundation is set for Sunday, June 1, from 10a.m. to 3p.m., at the First Annual All-American Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show, at The Mall at 206 parking lot. "We are trying to raise funds for transplant patients," says Shawl, president of the A Shawl of Hope Foundation. "It's something I want to do to remember my father by. My father was very lucky- some people can't make it through the surgery. I just want to help some other people" who may have high medical bills and need help with home improve- ments post surgery. "My dad's medicine was $5,000 a month," he says adding that insurance covered some of it. He also needed physical therapy for months after the surgery, which took place at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, requiring his dad to pay for housing for six weeks to receive therapy from specialists there. "He had no housing, had to pay for a hotel," says Shawl. Patients "look for foundations to help pay for housing." Shawl with the help of six others, including his sister Natalie Sheard of Jackson, started the foundation in May 2013. His father, Bill Shawl - formerly of Mt. Olive before moving to Waretown with his wife of 46 years, Donna in 2002- received a double lung organ transplant on Oct. 7, 2004. He had been diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, a year prior. In early 2011, Bill was diagnosed with esophageal liver and stomach cancer and died on Oct. 6, 2011. In honor of his dad, Shawl decided that a car/truck show would be "very fitting in his honor" since his dad "loved old cars and trucks; he was very patriotic. He only bought trucks." He would attend car/truck shows a lot especially if they were in the area and he enjoyed watching car auctions; He loved to see what the cars sold for." Cost is free for spectators. Cars, trucks and motorcycles can be pre-registered for $20, or $25 the day of the show. Businesses are also welcome to sponsor the event. Other festivities will include prizes and awards, 50/50, raffle, DJ, and food and drinks for purchase. The rain date is set for Sunday, June 8. In addition to the fundraiser, Shawl is offering his home improvement service to transplant patients. As the owner of Storm's Home Improvement Do It Once Do It Right In Flanders. , Shawl is offering his services from putting in a ramp to fixing a leaky roof "to try to help them out." In business for three years, Storm's Home Improvement business provides all aspects of home improvement such as kitchen and bathroom renovations, decks, basements, trim work and power washing. "We strive on taking our time to do it right and making the customer happy," says Shawl who has worked as a union carpenter for 15 years. For additional information, call Shawl at 973-713-8604 or go to Shawlofhope@gmail.com. New Foundation Brings Hope To Transplant Patients Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 35 By Cheryl Conway A local married couple who got caught between the two bombs at last year s Boston Marathon returned Monday, April 21, to finish what they start- ed. Andrew and Carmin Mangone of Flanders joined 36,000 registered partici- pants on Patriots Day to compete in the 118th Boston Marathon, the worlds oldest annual marathon. Emotions ran high that day for the two who decided to return to the scene where they witnessed the two bombs exploding in the horrific attack that killed three and left many severely injured. Finishing this years race under a certain time did not matter like it had in previous marathons. Instead, the Mangones goal for this race was to cross that finish line, and complete the 26 miles side by side. I wanted to finish what we started a year ago, says Carmin Mangone, 41. It was important to me, almost as part of the healing process, to finish the race, cross the finish line together with Andrew as it should have happened last year. My time in com- pleting the marathon was less important this time around; it was more about the experi- ence and about doing it with Andrew. At first, Carmin admits her apprehension to revisit the 2014 Boston Marathon after the life-threatening experience last year when she and her husband were running together down Boylston Street, just crossing the intersection at Exeter Street- about ten to 15 seconds and just 250 feet or 85 yards away - and could see the finish line- when the first bomb went off. By the time summer arrived last year, I realized I had to go back and finish what we started, recalls Carmin. A lot of those there this year called it take back our finish line. Part of me also wanted to run for all those folks that could not; all those that were injured in last years event, says Carmin. Although she admits to having some con- cerns about her decision, she is glad she fol- lowed-through. All sorts of thoughts went thru my head, says Carmin. What if something similar happens again? What if something happens and my family is there to watch this time? What would I do with that guilt? Unlike his wife, Andrew Mangone knew right away that he wanted to return to the Boston Marathon. I knew that I would run it right away, says Andrew, 42. I had some unfinished business being only 80 yards away from fin- ishing last year when the bombings occurred. I also had a sense that not running would be what the terrorists would want, creating fear. I felt an obligation to the victims of this horrible crime that were all out to cheer us on and help each and every one of us cross the finish line, says Andrew. 2014 was a chance to show our support to Boston and let all know that we will carry on, stronger than before. Andrew jumped right back on course, when he ran the 2013 NYC Marathon last fall, with a shirt honoring Boston 4-15-13. This was the next major marathon in our area since Boston and I wanted to make sure I was out there to help prove we will not stop. I think being in between the explosions a year ago, there will always be some thoughts in my head, but I think running NY and Boston has helped in the healing and restored some confidence in running these great races, he says. Training for the couple began in late December just in time for the brutal winter. Hardest part was dealing with the horri- ble winter we had; it was a much harsher winter than when we trained last year, says Carmin. It wasnt so much the cold, but the amount of snow and ice we had that made the roads very treacherous and difficult to run on. Arriving Saturday before the race, the Mangones decided to bring their two girls this time, as well as Carmins sister and brother-in-law who were visiting from Puerto Rico. It was the first time any of my family would be there to cheer me on at a race, so that was special for me, on top of course having the girls there. At the same time, thoughts ran through her mind. Half of me was excited and happy and part of me was what if something happened? We knew the level of security was so high that the risk of something happening was so minimal. As they were running, at the corner of my eye, I saw a bright yellow sign, spotting their family, says Carmin. My sister made black tshirts that said Team Mangone- Boston 2014. I noticed the yellow sign and black t-shirts, and I see them. So they ran over to say hi to them. Some challenges they faced this year was more runners, more spectators who were out in record numbers with overwhelming support, and the heat, says Carmin. They expanded the number of runners allowed to run, says Carmin, from 10,000 to 36,000. It definitely felt more crowded. This year, It was hotter, she says. At some point it got to 70 degrees and sunny the whole way so it felt hotter to the runners. The heat slowed us down for sure. Also, the rules for runners changed, which was kind of a hassle, says Carmin. Bags had to be checked way before we got to the athletes village at the start; lots of rules regarding what runners could bring with them to the start. Andrew, Carmin and their two girls at Expo day Sat. before the race 2. Andrew and Carmin get ready marathon morning. Local Couple Conquers Boston Marathon In Courageous Return Carmin noticed Lots of very visible security everywhere (I think they doubled the number they had last year); and not just security but armed police, SWAT, military, snipers on roof tops. From her own observation, Carmin says, Volunteers and runners were all in a very good mood and very thankful to be back; people were there to celebrate the good not to mourn or dwell on the bad; it made me glad that I was back to celebrate with them; it made me remember that there were so many that went thru a similar, and maybe worse, experience to us last year. Despite the positive atmosphere, Carmin could not rid her uneasiness. On the Saturday we arrived in Boston, that afternoon we walked to the sight of the first bomb, where Andrew and I stopped last year, explains Carmin. We stood at the cor- ner where we stopped running and looked across the street to where the first bomb was. It hit me how close we really were and how lucky we were. Everything went so fast that day when the bomb went off and when I replay it in my head it kind of looks farther away than it actually was. Shortly after- wards we found where the second bomb went off and again realized that it was much closer than we had actually thought. Scary! During the run itself this year, Carmin says she was fine until they hit that last stretch. Running the same route as last year, Carmin says she had No anxiety until we got closer to the finish. With 1K left I was able to see my family- my sister and the girls; that started the emotional rollercoaster. Then we made a right turn on Hereford and then a fairly quick left on Boylston Street, and then we could see the finish line. Thats when the emotions really kicked in, says Carmin. I pretty much cried the rest of the stretch thru the finish line; I dis- covered that its very difficult to breathe and cry when you are exerting that much energy. We ran past the sight of the second bomb. Then past where we stopped last year and the sight of the first bomb; Andrew and I held hands and then crossed the finish line together. We ran together the whole way, which is not typical for us, says Carmin. We knew we wanted to finish together this time. She says last year, it was coincidence that they were together at the end. Although they finished in 4:06 minutes, about 6 minutes slower than last year, Carmin says the relief, joy, they felt after was worth it. Time was less important. We wanted the experience of finishing togeth- er. The heat had affected Andrew during the last eight to ten miles of the race, slowing him down a bit more, says Carmin. He told her, You go, you dont have to wait for me. But instead of running ahead of him, Carmin said, No Im going to wait for you and were going to run it together. We are very competitive, Carmin admits, but this time, I really didnt care about the time. Looking back at the experience, Andrew says, Running the 2014 Boston Marathon, the atmosphere was awesome, seeing our girls at mile 25, and running along side and finishing with Carmin is something that I will treasure forever. The saying goes for marathon runners on Marathon day, "The hard work is over, Marathon Day is the Celebration! That's exactly what this was, a celebra- tion, a very emotional one, but a celebration and a healing for so many affected a year earlier, says Andrew. We all ran and were supported as one, we truly were "Boston Strong!" continued on next page Page 36, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Cheryl Conway O nly four days before the Jim Breuer Comedy Show, The Mount Olive High School Jazz Ensemble got an invite to be the opening act. An opportunity he could not pass up, Darrell Hendricks, director of the Mt. Olive High School Jazz Ensemble, was able to round up most of his musicians to perform on stage as the opening act for Breuer, a well-known comedian. The benefit, spon- sored by the Chester Patrolmans Benevolent Association (PBA) 315, was held 8 p.m., Sat., April 12, at the Mt. Olive High School Performing Arts Center to raise money for the Chester police depart- ment. The experience was once in a life-time to be the opening act for a top entertainer. It was a professional obligation for the students to be involved in, says Hendricks. They played for a packed house in front of an audience of about 1,100 people. It was pretty cool. I treated it like a profes- sional gig with a sound check and their own dressing room. The 25 MOHS Jazz Ensemble musicians took the stage from 7:15 p.m. to 7:55 p.m., performing a swing piece from the early period of Jazz between 1920s-1960s; as well as a rock set. They played very, very well and carried themselves in a professional manner, says Hendricks. They were able to work in a professional environment, getting a lot of exposure to typically people who do not hear them. They learned a lot about respon- sibility on and off the stage. They even got to meet Jim Breuer, who has been named one of Comedy Centrals 100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time. Breuer is one of the most recognizable comedians in the business known for his impressions and family-friendly performance. He was excellent, says Hendricks regarding Breuers comedy act. Each per- former received two free tickets from the Chester PBA to attend. He is a really nice guy too. I was introduced to him. He was down to earth; he was excited kids were part of the process. It was just amazing playing before the Jim Breuer show, says sophomore Eddie Guenzel of Flanders, a trumpet player with the MOHS Jazz Ensemble. There was tons of lights shining at us as we played in front of a couple hundred people. I have never done anything like that before and it was just amazing. Guenzel says, This experience definite- ly impacted my life. I got this rush whenev- er I played and it was just amazing, espe- cially during my solo in Over the Rainbow. The jazz ensemble also happened to make a connection which they had not planned. Hendricks called it dumb luck. One of the songs they performed in their opener was the rock tune Enter Sandman by Metallica, the walk-on song that New York Yankees Mariano Rivera uses, explains Hendricks. Ironically, Breuer is best friends with James Hetfield, who wrote the Enter Sandman song. During his comedy performance that night Breuer performed a rock star imitation of Hetfield and talked about him and the safari trip they took together. Breuer enjoyed the performance of that song so much that he talked to the kids afterwards and took video of the MOHS Jazz Ensemble playing that song and sent it to James Hetfield, explains Hendricks. Youve been professionally heard by James Hetfield, Breuer told Hendricks. That doesnt happen everyday, says Hendricks. I forgot he had that relationship with him. The MOHS Jazz Ensemble recently per- formed at the grand opening of Weiss in Flanders; the Teen Arts Festival at County College of Morris in Randolph on May 12; and at its Spring Jazz Concert and Big Band Jazz Ensemble at MOHS on May 14. MOHS Jazz Band Plays Opening Act For Comedian As far as upcoming marathons, Andrew says "I'm done with marathons for now. This was my sixth but trained for seven; NYC 2012 was canceled because of [Hurricane] Sandy. Carmin hopes to run the Philadelphia Marathon in the fall, but as far as returning to the Boston race, this year was her last, not necessarily because of the bombing but for her dislike of having to train in winter months and her desire to try new cities, new places. Carmin says, If it wasnt for last year, I wouldnt have gone back. It was an amazing experience to be with all the runners who were there last year. They ran besides run- ners with prosthetic legs and supporters of special charities such as MR8, a foundation by runners to support eight-year old Martin Richard, a victim from last years marathon bombing. To share her love of running with her daughter and others, Carmin is one of the coaches for Girls on the Run, a new charac- ter development program in Mt. Olive for girls in grades third through fifth. continued from previous page Couple Conquers Boston Marathon... Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 37 By Cheryl Conway A s organizers of the Mt. Olive Memorial Day Parade since it began in town 30 years ago, Linda and Bill Sohl of Budd Lake will be leading their last one as they march on to other endeavors. The parade is set for Monday, May 26, with lineup at 9 a.m.; marching at 10 a.m., followed by the ceremony at the All Veterans Memorial at Turkey Brook Park. The parade route will begin at Chester M. Stephens Elementary School on Sunset Drive in Budd Lake, down Pershing Estates, to Flanders Road to the entrance of Turkey Brook Park. The event has been a staple in Mt. Olive since its birth in 1978, seeing parade route changes, growth in participants and volun- teers and a memorial site to recognize veter- ans from previous wars and current soldiers. As parade organizers for the past three decades, the Sohls leave with a bang as the town marks the 30th anniversary of the annual coordinated event with special speakers and presenters at the Memorial Day ceremony, as well as the unveiling of changes to the All Veterans Memorial. Bill and Linda Sohl have served as co- chairs of the Mt. Olive Memorial Day Parade since 1978, when Bill approached then Mt. Olive Twp. Mayor Charles Johnson to inquire whether the town hosted a Memorial Day Parade. As township residents for a number of years, they had noticed there were "no parades in town that I knew of," other than a "little Fourth of July Parade," recalls Bill. Mayor Johnson, at the time, told Bill to "go to it," and organize a parade. With the help of his wife Linda, recreation supervisor Eric Schulte and former Animal Control Officer William Cirone, the first committee was formed to begin the first Mt. Olive Memorial Day Parade. "It's something we gave birth to basical- ly," says Linda. "It's an idea we had and it came to fruition and has grown to where it is today." Getting it off the ground was a lot of work. "We had to go back and look at records to figure out what organizations existed," recalls Linda. "We sent out flyers. I hand delivered some flyers" to the Nights of Columbus, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, soccer, baseball, recreation, seniors EMS and fire departments. "I got the West Morris Community Band to perform" at the ceremony, where the The Sohls in their original 1961TR-3A. Their two grandsons, Avery and Alex Sohl are riding in the jump seat along with their friend, TJ Atkins. Photo credit: Heart and Sohl Photography from Hackettstown Co-Chairs of Memorial Day Parade March On To New Endeavors parade ended on Route 46 by Budd Lake across from Lakeview Deli, where the old Municipal Building stood. The original parade route was from Netcong Rd. to Sandshore Rd., onto Route 46 and ended at the former Veterans Memorial site on Route 46 by the lake, explains Linda. That route had changed in 2006 because of safety concerns with addi- tional traffic along Route 46. The parade had started at the Mt. Olive Middle School, down Wolfe Rd., past Vasa Park, right on Old Wolfe Rd. crossed over Route 46 to end at the Veterans Memorial Monument. In 2008, the parade route was changed continued on page 45 Page 38, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. 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T-bones... continued from previous Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 41 Y ou can turn any summer day into a special occasion with a cool ice cream treat. From classic favorites to innovative new flavors, it only takes a scoop or two to bring out plenty of smiles. For kids, summertime is about chilling out, and theres no better way to enjoy this slowed down pace than with a refreshing, frosty treat. Celebrate birthday parties, holiday gatherings or days that end in y with special ice cream concoctions that are destined to create sweet memories. Celebrate summer Grab a spoon and dig into this sweet and scrumptious recipe. This treat pairs creamy Blue Bunny ice cream with the gooey goodness of freshly-baked chocolate cake. For other great ideas to cool down your summer days and nights, visit www.BlueBunny.com. 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Not to be combined with other offers. Exp. 6/30/14 $ 16.95 CATERING Tax not included, delivery or pick up only. Not to be combined with other offers. Exp. 6/30/14 Party Trays 10% OFF K abobs are a simple way to enjoy many of your favorite fresh flavors in a single meal. With their easy prepara- tion and quick cooking time, kabobs make a perfect weeknight meal when served over rice along with a crisp salad. The potential combinations of meat, vegetables and fruit on a kabob are nearly endless. Spring/summer varieties of onions are especially well-suited for kabobs. Their flavor ranges from sweet and mild to slightly pungent. Easily identi- fiable by their tissue thin skin, spring/summer onions are higher in water content, which gives them a tender crisp tex- ture when grilled. Kitchen tips For the best results, follow these tips from the National Onion Association: 1. Chill onions at least 30 minutes before cutting, and use a sharp knife to reduce tearing. 2. Soak onions in ice water overnight to dampen their fla- vor, yet keep their crisp, juicy texture. 3. Cut onions can be refrigerated up to 7 days in sealed containers. Simple and satisfying Before you begin experimenting with kabob combinations of your own, try this deliciously simple recipe, which melds chicken and shrimp with two colors of onion, bell pepper and mango for a sweet and savory main dish. Remember to cut ingredients into uniform pieces and leave space between each piece to ensure your kabobs cook evenly and thoroughly. Find additional recipes at www.onions- usa.org. Sweet n Savory Teriyaki Kabobs Makes 4 to 6 servings 3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-1/2 to 2-inch cubes 18 medium shrimp, shelled and deveined (1/2 to 3/4 pound) 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup prepared mango chutney, chopped if coarse 1/2 cup bottled teriyaki sauce 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 18 large bamboo or metal skewers (about 12 inches long) 1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges 1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges 2 firm, ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and cut into large cubes 1 large green bell pepper, halved, trimmed, seeded and cubed Nonstick cooking spray, as needed Ginger Mango Dipping Sauce (recipe follows) Place chicken and shrimp in shallow glass pan or large re- sealable plastic bag. For marinade, combine oil, chutney, teriyaki sauce and vinegar in small bowl with lid. Pour half of marinade mixture over chicken and shrimp. Cover or seal and marinate in refrigerator at least 3 hours, preferably overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting. If using bamboo skewers, soak in water at least l hour before using. To prepare kabobs: Drain and discard marinade from meat. Thread chicken, yellow and red onion, mango, green pepper and shrimp alternately onto skewers. Be sure to keep enough room at one end of each skewer for a handle. Coat grill grate with nonstick cooking spray. Place skew- ers over medium coals, and grill for 12 to 15 minutes or until meat is done and vegetables are tender. Brush often with reserved marinade and turn skewers until cooked through. If needed, use spatula to gently loosen skewers before turning as they may stick. Arrange skewers on a platter and serve with Ginger Mango Dipping Sauce. Ginger Mango Dipping Sauce Makes about 1 cup l mango, halved, pitted and scooped out of skin (about 1 cup) 1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger) Combine ingredients in electric blender and puree until smooth. Alternate preparations: Omit shrimp and use 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cutting into 36 cubes and using 2 per skewer. Instead of grilling, place kabobs in broiler pan coated with nonstick cooking spray and broil 3 inches from heat about 10 to 15 minutes or until done, basting and turning as needed. Make Summer Sizzle with Grilled Kabobs Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 43 Run Amok with Mount Olive Recreation O n Saturday, June 21st Turkey Brook Park in Mount Olive will be host to the 2nd Raiders of the Lost Park 5K Mud Run in partnership with Sams Club of Mount Olive and Flanders Pediatric Dentistry. This is an event that is truly wor- thy of being called an Indiana Jones type adventure! You will scale mud walls, crawl through tubes, hurdle over tires, pull yourself through water, climb moguls, navigate human sized spider webs, jump giant logs and MORE! We promise you will have a real sense of accomplishment at the end of this adventure. NEW in 2014 were adding three new obstacles for a total of 15 messy, sloppy, and fun challenges. Early Bird registration dis- counts end on May 31st so all participants are encouraged to get in on the fun early. And the best part of Raiders of the Lost Park is that it is open to all willing participants ages 6 years and older. There are three options for registration, Adult Only, Parent & Kid Teams and Kids Only. For more information on the Raiders of the Lost Park including sponsorship and vol- unteer opportunities please visit http://www.mountolivetownship.com/rec_rai ders.html. Budd Lake Beach Prepares for 2014 H ave you heard the news yet that the Farmers Almanac is predicting this will be the hottest summer season we have seen in a very long time? What better way to cope with a hot summer than to enjoy a cool dip in the lake? Budd Lake beach is a beautiful resource offering the opportunity for fun in the sun without the long drive to shore. The beach is open to residents and non- residents for the reasonable price of $30 per adult and $25 per child (age 1 to 14 years) for the entire season! Plus if you purchase you beach tags before June 6th you earn a $5 per person discount. Budd Lake Beach opens for the weekend of June 21st and 22nd and then officially opens for the season June 28th through August 23rd from 12:30pm to 5:30pm, 7 days a week. The beach will also host a Beach Party on Saturday, June 28th and a Family Regatta on Saturday, July 26th. For more information on Budd Lake Beach or to purchase your beach tags please visit: http://www.mountolivetownship. com/rec_blb.html Aquatic Safety Lessons at Budd Lake Beach N orth Jersey Aquatics Club and the Mount Olive Recreation Department are partnering together to offer Aquatic Safety Lessons at Budd Lake Beach for the 2014 summer season. Drowning is the second most common cause of death from injuries among kids under the age of 14. Drowning can happen so fast sometimes in less than 2 minutes after a person's head goes under the water. By teaching your child how to swim in a lake, or any open body of water, you give them an advantage over pool swimming. As they can then safely handle themselves regardless of their ability to see the bottom. Classes will be offered in 4 sessions, with classes on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each session and make-ups on Fridays for weather related cancellations only. Session 1 runs from July 7th through July 11th. Session 2 runs from July 14th through July 18th. Session 3 runs from July 28th through August 1st. Session 4 runs from August 4th through August 8th. Classes will have a student instructor average ratio of 5:1 and all sessions are first come, first served. Register online at www.northjerseyaquatics.com. Stand Up Paddleboard Workshops at Budd Lake Beach Stand up paddleboarding is a fantastic way to enjoy your time on the water and an excel- lent form of low impact exercise that works the entire body. The best part is you are hav- ing fun! Pelican Water Sports in partnership with Mount Olive Recreation will offer four different Stand Up Paddleboard workshop lessons at Budd Lake Beach during the 2014 summer season. Workshops will be held on Sundays, June 22nd, June 29th, July 20th and July 27th. Each workshop is $60 per person + the $5 per person Budd Lake Beach walk on fee. Each class will feature 30 minutes of dry land instruction and 45 minutes of on-water time, lead by a qualified Pelican Water Sports instructor. Class sizes are limited and spaces are reserved on a first come, first served basis. Sign up with your family today by calling Recreation 973-691-0900 x7264. Mount Olive Carnival Returns! F rom fireworks to funnel cake, carnival rides to community vendors the 2014 Mount Olive Community Carnival has something for everyone. Mount Olive Recreation is excited to announce a new part- nership with McCafferty Enterprises, our 2014 provider of the carnival rides and food concessions. Were looking forward to a fresh start this year, and truly enjoying our most beloved Mount Olive Recreation event, stated Recreation Supervisor, Jill Daggon. Mount Olive Recreation is now offering pre- sale unlimited ride wristband vouchers for $25 each which can be used ANY night of the carnival, including Saturday! Weve simpli- fied the process with our new carnival provider this year and now all pre-purchased wristband vouchers are valid for any night of the carnival, stated Daggon. McCafferty Enterprises will offer on-site unlimited ride wristbands for $35 each every night except Saturday night. Pre-sale vouchers can be purchased online through Mount Olive Recreation www.mountolivetownship.com/recreation.ht ml or by coming to the Recreation office Monday through Friday from 9am to 4:30pm. There are only 500 discounted vouchers available for pre-sale, and once they are gone, they are gone. Dont miss the Beer Tent hosted by McCafferty Enterprises and the Mount Olive Recreation main stage area featuring per- formances from Endean Irish Academy, Slattery School of Irish Dance and Theater Dance Company on Saturday afternoon. Then well transition over to feature different live musicians after 5:00pm. If your business is interested in having booth space at the carnival time is of the essence as spaces are going fast. We have a limited num- ber still available, please contact Laura Rimmer (973-691-0900 x7263) or LRimmer@MtOliveTwp.org to reserve your spot. For additional information on the carnival please visit our website www.MountOliveTownship.com/recre- ation.html or call the Recreation Department at 973-691-0900 x7264. Page 44, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. 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Olive Recreation got involved. "We used to write flyers out by hand," says Linda. "I used to write every little envelope." Now, "Jill sends it out through the mail." During the span of 30 years since the parade began, Linda says they had to cancel twice because of torrential downpours, mostly because "the band doesn't want to march with their instruments in bad weath- er." Although the number of parade partici- pants remained stable over the years, the Sohls say participation from the sports teams has dwindled. "We lost them along the way," says Bill, because many have games over Memorial Day weekend. While sports is important, the Sohls agree that students do not really understand the true meaning behind Memorial Day, especially based on many responses they get through the essay contest. "It's very enlightening on what the kids seem to think what Memorial Day is," says Linda. Some say "it's the first day of sum- mer. But it's the day men volunteer to give us our freedom." Not just the kids, but even some adults overlook the message of Memorial Day, especially those who try to fundraise during the parade, says Linda. "We always kept it that it wasn't a fundraising event," says Linda. "Someone wanted a trampoline and games for kids, we said 'no.' This is a day to honor the vets. This isn't a carnival. This is not what it's meant to be. You can take one day out of your life to honor troops, to honor the men and women who gave us the freedom today." Enlisted into the U.S. Navy in April 1966 until he was discharged from active duty in Jan. 1970, Bill knows all too well what it is like to serve his country. His role was to serve as his ship's electronic technician for radio equipment, cruising from New York to the Western Pacific and through the Panama Canal; he also provided gun fire support during Vietnam. "When I got out of the Navy, Vietnam time frame was not very supportive when you look at the military," says Bill. Holding parades and memorials are an important way "to continue in that spirit" of accepting the role the military plays whether they don't come back or get wounded seriously. With relatives that also served, Linda says "it's always been close to my heart, the veterans." Her father served in the navy dur- ing Vietnam; and two uncles served in World War II. While they will always be passionate about Memorial Day and its festivities to honor veterans, the Sohls have decided to pass on their role as parade chairs after this year. "Time flies," says Bill, who served two terms from 1988 to 1995 as a Mt. Olive Twp. Councilman, and then its business administrator from 2006 to 2012. The time has come in which we are "going to hand it off to next year's parade and beyond." With three grown children and five grandchildren who are getting involved in Cub Scouts in their own town, Linda says "We want to see our grandkids march in their parade in Hackettstown. We want to support them before they're off driving and having girlfriends. "The biggest thing is the grandchildren," says Linda. "Time marches on and you want to be there for them." With the township and recreation involved with the committee, the Sohls are confident that the parade will be in good hands. "You got the core of a good working committee," concludes Bill. Co-Chairs of Memorial Day Parade... continued from page 37 Attention Mt. Olive Business Owners! Give your business a boost! Advertise in mt olives most read paper* The Mt. Olive News 100 mailed to all homes and businesses Call Joe Nicastro at 800-691-7549 Joe@mjmediallc.com *Readership survey conducted by CVC audits St. Louis. Mo Page 46, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Joe Klock, Sr. B ack in the prattle again. (Randumb brainburps not ready for full-columnal treatment): Why don't we use more unarmed traffic deputies to ticket minor violations that don't require a full-fledged police offi- cer? They could be paid with a portion of the fines, if and when collected, would reactivate retirees and would render justice to scofflaws. In a similar vein, licensed and qualified Physician Assistants might/could be a solution to the looming problems of physician shortages, skyrocketing costs and hypochondri- acs who game the present system. Gotta wonder why we limit our Presidents to two terms, but allow Sinators and Reprehensibles to remain in office as long as they can fog a mirror, follow a party line, raise cam- paign money and buss the butts of like-minded supporters. A word to the wide: Regrettably (and unavoidably), it is impossible for us to lose weight that we didn't first put on. Inconveniently, this includes every unnecessary calorie that we stuff into our mouths without promptly spitting it out. The difference between charity and political patronage is the same as that between the always-voluntary sharing of wealth and its sometimes-arbitrary redistribution. Only the former is inherently virtuous. Love and hate are not opposite emotions; the flip side of love is not hate, but indifference. Among the people who can't understand that are those who have not observed their silver wedding anniversary or had several siblings. Undisciplined genitalia are, ipso facto, the facilitating weapons of mass reproduction. More power to the peepholes? Without whistle-blowers, snitches and tattle-tales, all of whom are held up for scorn, our system of justice would seem to tilt in favor of the guys in black hats. Query: What will happen in the land of the free stuff as the Peters who are needed to pay the Pauls peter out and the Pauls grow in both number and demands? Money will buy you a dog with an impeccable pedigree, but only love will make its tail wag. A militantly confirmed bachelor once observed that mar- riage brings music into a man's life, in that he soon learns to play second fiddle at home. Arachibutyrophobia is a word which designates a fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of one's mouth. Impress your friends by casually working that into your next cocktail party chit-chat! (If that fails to cower them, try hippopotomonstros- esquippedaliophobia (fear of long words). Ode to an unattractive call girl: "She mightn't be too come- ly, and she may, in fact, be homely. But she's hell-and-gone ahead of a cold and empty bed." Pathway to wealth for the intrepid young: Buy income- producing real estate with borrowed money (and expert advice!), then let your tenants pay the debt down with depre- ciated dollars. "The truth, the whole truth and noting but the truth," which is demanded of us-all when we testify in court, are elements rarely combined in political oratory, courtship and barroom banter. Conservatives who don't like guns simply tend not to buy them; liberals who don't like guns tend to want them to be declared illegal. What say you? A great American pastime: Stewing without doing (AKA awfulizing.) Reminder to those who blindly follow others: In a sled-dog race, only the lead dog ever enjoys a change of scenery. Steps toward plagiarism: 1) At the first usage of someone else's material, specify: "As (name the source) famously said......". 2) At second usage, change the attribution to: "As someone once said......". Upon your third usage and forever thereafter, make it: "As I've always said....." Procrastinator's action plan: One for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, four to get ready, five to get ready, six to get ready, etc., ad infinitum. Only in America could a driver's license or other valid ID be required to cash a check or belly up to the bar, but NOT to vote. Few things in life are more satisfying than when we old- sters see our children coping with teenagers of their own. Among the things least useful to humanity (or hupersoni- ty, if you're into political correctness) are your appendix, alge- bra, the Social Register, cockroaches and the Kardashian sis- ters. Exhortation becomes extortion, and an offer becomes a rip-offer, when "just pay additional shipping and handling" more than doubles the cost of an Internet-huckstered product and reduces the "guaranteed refund" to a relative pittance. Do the math before you take the bath! Th-th-th-th-that's all, Folks!* (Until the next dump of over- flow trivia.) Pee-Ess to you young-uns: If you DON'T remember Bugs Bunny on "Looney Tunes," never mind! Freelance wordworker Joe Klock, Sr. (joeklock@aol.com) winters in Key Largo and Coral Gables, Florida and summers in New Hampshire. More of his "Klockwork" can be found at www.joeklock.com. Chips Off The Old Klock - Volume XXIII Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 47 Mount Olive Public Library Free Programs for Children M ount Olive Public Library has many fun and free programs for children planned for May. Preschool Play, Mother Goose, Storytime, & Library Fun now through the end of the week of June 1st. Dates and times are sub- ject to change as needed. Preschool Play: 2 through 6 years old, Tuesdays @ 10:00am. No registration required. Mother Goose: Infants 6-23 months, Tuesdays @ 11:15am. No registration required. Storytime: 2 through 6 years old, Wednesdays @ 10:00am, No registration required Library Fun: 2 through 6 years old, Thursdays @ 10:00am. No registration required Special Programs Lego Club: We pick the theme, you take the building challenge. Grades K-5. Saturday, May 24th @ 2:00pm. No regis- tration required Fun with Math: See how fun math can be. Grades K-1 . Saturday, May 31st @ 2:00pm Registration requested and limited to 12 children. Step Into a Story: In honor of Childrens Book Week (May 11th 17th), visit the library and see how you can Step Into a Story! For further information call the Youth Services Department at 973-691-8686. I can feel the electricity in the Town as the weather finally appears to be getting nicer. Mount Playmore is near completion and I hope to have it open for Memorial Day Weekend. The response to date has been overwhelmingly positive as the playground rises towards completion. It is my hope that Mount Playmore and Turkeybrook will con- tinue to be the focus of our Town, especial- ly in that we really do not have a town cen- ter. I would like to thank all of the volun- teers who gave their time to make Mount Playmore happen. We accomplished build- ing Mount Playmore, and at the same time were able to bring in a budget which con- tained no tax increase for 2014. Due to our pro business approach, we are seeing construction all over Town. Fratelli Baretta, Siemens, Centercourt (Indoor Sports Facility) are just a few of the sites currently under construction. Mareveland Farms will be underway soon, an adult active community across from the Flanders Golf Course will prove to be a huge tax ben- efit to the Town for years to come, as well as a benefit to the shopping areas in Flanders. We continue to work with the owners and potential developers of the old BASF site to try and maximize every benefit the Town can possibly see out of future occu- pancy at that site. I expect to be able to tell you of some developments involving that area of Town shortly. The Town was for- ward thinking and purchased 57 acres adja- cent to the BASF site when the tract became available which when sold for development will hopefully bring a huge windfall to the Town. We are working on many other great concepts for improving the Town, including improvement of Flanders Park, improving playing conditions on existing fields and facilities, adding new facilities. We contin- ue to consider concepts like opening a Town run indoor facility like a PAL Building and Boardwalk along Budd Lake, as well as many other Town wide improvements. In addition, we have many exciting recreation sponsored events upcoming From the Mayors Desk including the second ver- sion of the mud run in June and the Tour de Mount Olive (my personal favorite) later in the year. These are very exciting times to be living in Mount Olive. I appreciate the opportunity to be on that journey with all of you. Sincerely, Rob Greenbaum, Mayor Mount Olive Township. Next Issue Date June 17, 2014 Deadline June 6th Call Joe for info. 973-809-4784 Page 48, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline G lenn Tippy, owner of GBW Insurance in Flanders and President-elect of the Professional Insurance Agents of New Jersey (PIANJ) (third from right), is joined by other insur- ance representatives from around the state, in meeting with Congressman Leonard Lance, fourth from left, as well as other Congressional leaders from New Jersey. Tippy, as owner of GBW Insurance, dis- cussed consumer issues such as with the National Flood Insurance Program and the insurance needs of owners of small N.J. businesses. "We really appreciate Congressman Lance's work on improving flood insurance. And he is always a sup- porter of small business issues," said Tippy. T he Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce's hugely popular Marketing in the Morning monthly business networking event celebrated its 3rd anniversary in April. The event has grown beyond expectations, with over 50 business people a month now participating in the early morning function. Among those who attended a modest gathering three years and who were at the April meeting were L-R, Harry Browne, Immediate Past Chamber President Greg Stewart, Ray Miller, Pat Bent, Tony Cretella, and current Chamber President Peter King. Stewart and King and the chamber initi- ated the program, in associ- ation with the Hackettstown Marketing in Morning Celebrates 3rd Anniversary Business Improvement District, as a way to encour- age networking among local business people. In second photo, business people attending the 3rd anniver- sary MIM pose for a group picture. In center front, Andrea Kirchuk received a special award for her "Word of the Day", which has become a staple at the meet- ings. 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However, if you will be having a party and want to get beverages ready for the crowd, create a salty ice bath. Salt does not actually make water colder, but it will suppress the freezing point of water. That means water can become much colder -- and retain that tempera- ture -- without freezing over to ice. If no salt were added, the coldest the water would reach would be 32 F. By adding salt, water can get as low as -6 F. This means items sub- merged in a salty ice bath will get colder much more quick- ly. Fill a cooler half-way with ice. Add the beverages until they are covered by ice. Then add water until the ice is sub- merged. Mix in table salt or rock salt to suppress the freez- ing point of the water. After 10 minutes or more, the bever- agesshould be icy cold. Did You Know? Attention Schools, Churches, Organizations Send Your Press Releases to mary.lalama@gmail.com Page 50, May 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline by Michele Guttenberger O n Saturday June 7th the West Orange National Historic Park of the Thomas Alva Edison site will celebrate Edison Day. This is a day of free admis- sion and special programs for every age. The park has col- laborated with West Orange partners to bring the largest Edison Day ever! Included in Edison Day is recognition to New Jerseys 350th anniversary. Edison Day guests can attend the traveling New Jersey Hall of Fame Mobile Museum. The Mobile Museum is the place where Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi get to share honors with Thomas Edison in the NJ Hall of Fame. Edisons innovations are still inspiring in the 21st Century. Think electric car. Edison promoted the use of electric cars using his batteries over 100 years ago. The NJ Electric Auto Association be will be at the Edison Day event. Attendees with get to meet and talk to real-world owners of electric cars - get the low-down without the media hype. Meet owners of Tesla, Nissan, Ford, Toyota, Honda and more. Find out what it's really like to drive elec- tric. The Electric Cars will be parading in at 11am and then parade out at 4pm. Electric car drivers will be hanging out all day where Edison kept his electric cars at his estate home garage at Glenmont just a mile from the Edison labo- ratory (check main visitor center for passes to Glenmont). A tradition on Edison Day is recording music. Live musical bands get to record their music exactly the same way Edison did back in 1897 on wax cylinders. Four groups of New Jersey musicians will record on 100 year old phonographs. Attendees get to listen in and decide if it sounds like the MP3 music of today. We can only wonder what Edison would have thought about this his lab and home in West Orange, NJ being a National Historic Park site. Would he think it is a hoot that a kid can earn his/her Junior Ranger badge and patch with his name on it? Even though this park is a manmade won- der, it still receives its own Junior Ranger park badge and patch. Edison Day is the perfect time to become a Junior Ranger. Those who enrolled in the National Park Service Junior Ranger program are happy to learn New Jersey has 12 National Park sites. Many have started their NPS Junior Ranger patch and badge collection when they were young children and now find an opportunity to continue their col- lection again as adults. You are never too old to be a Junior Ranger. There is a dedicated website for each Park. Youngster or the young at heart can get a head start on the Junior Ranger experience or extend it after visiting the park site. To obtain the park badge there is a set of Junior Ranger workbook activities for children from ages 5 and up to complete to attain their badge. After they successfully completed their list of activities they must take an oath that they promise to share their knowledge with others and enjoy and protect all National Parks. This recognition cer- tificate is signed by a Park Ranger and presented to them along with their badge. Edison Day Is A Great Free Saturday Event in June at the National Historic Park in West orange Here is the link for more Junior Ranger information www.nps.gov/edis/forkids/beajuniorranger.htm For more details on Edison Day contact: Thomas Edison National Historical Park 211 Main Street West Orange, NJ 07052 Web site: www.nps.gov/edis Visitor Information 973-736-0550 x11 Fax: 973-243-7172 Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2014, Page 51 Oil & Filter Change Buy 4, Get 5th FREE Most Cars Up to 5 qts. 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