View the Solar Eclipse at the Library

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View the Solar Eclipse at the Library

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — View the Solar Eclipse on the Parsippany Main Library’s Big Screen on Monday August 21, 12:00 Noon to 4:00 p.m. and The Lake Hiawatha branch at 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Solar Eclipse. The moon moving in front of the sun. Illustration

Parsippany Main Library is located at 449 Halsey Road.  The Lake Hiawatha branch is located at 68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha.

View NASA’s live stream of the Solar Eclipse on the library’s movie screen.  

It’ll reach it’s midpoint of 73% coverage (the most we’ll be able to see in Morris County) at exactly 2:44:28 p.m.. The moon will finish its journey at 4:00:59 p.m., when the sun will be totally uncovered again.

Hear scientists explain the various stages and see the eclipse at various stages across the country.

Here are more safety tips from NASA here:

  • Homemade filters or sunglasses are not safe for looking at the sun. Five manufacturers have certified that their eclipse glasses and handheld solar views meet international standards, and they are Rainbow Symphony, American Paper Optics, Thousand Oaks Optical, TSE 17 and Baader Planetarium.
  • Stand still and cover your eyes with your eclipse glasses or solar viewer before looking up at the bright sun. After glancing at the sun, turn away and remove your filter — do not remove it while looking at the sun.
  • Do not look at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed sun through an unfiltered camera, telescope, binoculars or other optical device. Similarly, do not look at the sun through a camera, a telescope, binoculars or any other optical device while using your eclipse glasses or hand-held solar viewer — the concentrated solar rays will damage the filter and enter your eye(s), causing serious injury. Seek expert advice from an astronomer before using a solar filter with a camera, a telescope, binoculars or any other optical device.

Turkistanian American Association holds successful picnic at Lenni Lenape Park

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Turkistanian American Association holds successful picnic at Lenni Lenape Park

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Turkistanian American Association held an annual picnic on Sunday, August 13 at Lenni Lenape Park in Parsippany.  Over 250 members, friends and family joined for this annual picnic.  The children were playing in the park, adults were dancing to the music of Salim Entertainment, while the chefs prepared Turkish treats for everyone.

Turkistanian American Association is a cultural non-profit organization established in 1958. The organization strives to preserve and cherish Turkistanian customs and traditions. Their goals are to maximize the recognition of our culture, cultural heritage, and identity. They encourage the members to be involved in the community, and to establish and maintain a link between the community in both the United States and their native land. Furthermore, the organization strives to acquaint the American public with the religious, cultural life, and traditions of Turkistan, especially Uzbekistan.

Turkistanian American Association members have access to community programs and resources that enhance their understanding and appreciation of the culture. Membership in the organization can play an important role in the personal development and social growth of the members. 90% of the members are Uzbek origin. The organization has members from all over the United States, but most of our members reside in the tri-state area.

Turkistanian American Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

For more information about Turkistanian American Association, click here.

American Pickers to film in New Jersey

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American Pickers to film in New Jersey

NEW JERSEY — Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to New Jersey. They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout the region in September 2017.

American Picker is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique ‘picking’ on History. The hit show follows Mike and Frank, two of the most skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections and learn the interesting stories behind them. As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, Mike and Frank are on a mission to recycle and rescue forgotten relics. Along the way, the Pickers want to meet characters with remarkable and exceptional items.

The pair hopes to give historically significant objects a new lease on life, while learning a thing or two about America’s past along the way. Mike and Frank have seen a lot of rusty gold over the years and are always looking to discover something they’ve never seen before.

They are ready to find extraordinary items and hear fascinating tales about them. American Picker is looking for leads and would love to explore your hidden treasure. If you or someone you know has a large, private collection or accumulation of antiques that the Pickers can spend the better part of the day looking through, send your name, phone number, location and description of the collection with photos to americanpickers@cineflix.com or call (855) OLD-RUST.

LHY Partners with the Homeless Bus to Feed the Hungry

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LHY Partners with the Homeless Bus to Feed the Hungry

MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA and community volunteers gathered at the Y to prepare 300 sandwiches to be delivered to the “Homeless Bus” and were then transported to New York City on Saturday evening, August 12. The Y provided all the food products.

The history of the Homeless Bus began in 1992 when Director, Mark Landgrebe, attended an Anthony Robbins seminar in Hawaii and he heard about a program that helped feed needy families on holidays, prompting him into action. At first, Mark delivered food only on holidays, but he quickly realized that holidays weren’t enough and that these people were in need of assistance every day. Lacking the funds to aid them daily, Mark, and his wife Anna, settled on Saturday night deliveries and they have consistently visited these people weekly ever since, logging in over two decades of visits. On most trips into NYC, they serve a meal usually consisting of, Cup-O-Noodles soup, turkey and cheese sandwiches, hot chocolate, water, cookies, and other various snacks.

The Lakeland Hills YMCA is located at 100 Fanny Road, Mountain Lakes.

Kids Eat Free at Applebee’s on Labor Day

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Kids Eat Free at Applebee’s on Labor Day

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — While Labor Day brings the unofficial end of summer, it’s the perfect day to kick up your feet and enjoy the fruits of your labor. On Monday, September 4, families are invited to celebrate the much-needed holiday and enjoy a kids eat free special at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar located at 1057 Route 46.

Specifically, families who dine-in at Applebee’s on Labor Day will receive up to two free kids’ meals with each adult entrée purchase. Children ages 12 and under can choose any entrée on the Applebee’s Kids’ Menu, accompanied by their choice of a side dish, and juice, milk or chocolate milk. With 26 menu items and more than 650 combinations of entrées, sides and beverages, the Applebee’s Kids’ Menu offers more Kids LiveWell – approved meals than any other national casual dining restaurant.

The Kids Eat Free special is available at Applebee’s locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises in New Jersey, Long Island, Florida and Georgia. In New Jersey, Applebee’s is located in Brick, Bridgewater, Butler, Clark, Clifton, East Hanover, Edison, Flemington, Garfield, Hackensack, Hackettstown, Hillsborough, Howell, Jersey City, Jersey Gardens, Kearny, Lacey, Linden, Manahawkin, Manalapan, Manchester, Middletown, Milltown, Mt. Olive, Newark, Newton, North Bergen, Northvale, Ocean, Paramus, Parsippany, Phillipsburg, Piscataway, Rockaway, Tinton Falls, Toms River, Totowa, Union, Wall and Woodbridge.

Established in 1985, Doherty Enterprises, Inc. is recognized as the 68th largest privately-held business in the New York Metro area by Crain’s Business and the 11th largest franchisee in the United States as ranked in the Restaurant Finance Monitor, operating seven restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Quaker Steak & Lube, Noodles & Company, and two of its own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub and Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas. In 2015, Nation’s Restaurant News ranked Doherty Enterprises as the 78th largest U.S. Foodservice revenue company, up from 85 in 2014. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates over 150 restaurants in northern, southern and central New Jersey, on Long Island, as well as locations throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island and sections of Florida and Georgia. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Communities We Serve” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.” (www.DohertyInc.com).

Bobby Wilson will be Performing in the NAfME All National Honors Choir

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Bobby Wilson will be Performing in the NAfME All National Honors Choir
Bobby Wilson, is a junior at Parsippany High School

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Bobby Wilson, a junior at Parsippany High School, auditioned for and was accepted into the NAfME All National Honors Choir.

His video audition was selected out of the thousands of singers who auditioned from around the country. He will have the opportunity to perform in Disney World, Monday, November 26 to Wednesday, November 29.

He will also be performing in the New Jersey All State Honors Choir in Atlantic City during teacher’s convention. Bobby is looking forward to pursuing Music Education in college.

Bobby is the son of Craig and Christine Wilson.

The All-National Honor Ensembles performers represent collaboration and creativity in its highest musical form. The All-National Honor Ensembles consist of a concert band, symphony orchestra, mixed choir, and jazz ensemble. Students were chosen through an audition process. The concert band and symphony orchestra will each have 155 and 152 instrumentalists respectively, the jazz ensemble 21 instrumentalists, and the mixed choir 281 vocalists. Eligible students have qualified for their state-level honor ensemble program and competed against top students for a spot in these national honor ensembles.

The NAfME All-National Honor Ensembles (ANHE) represent the top performing high school musicians in the United States. So much more than a musical ensemble; it is a comprehensive, musical and educational experience.

The ensembles will meet at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida under the baton of leaders in the field of music education. The NAfME All-National Honor Ensembles are represented in the following components:

  •    Concert Band
  •    Mixed Choir
  •    Symphony Orchestra
  •    Jazz Ensemble

1920s Country Fair and Harvest Festival

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1920s Country Fair and Harvest Festival

MORRISTOWN — Come one, come all! On Sunday, September 17, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., join the hundreds of visitors that come each year to the spectacular 1920s Country Fair & Harvest Festival at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township.

Spend a fun fun-filled day on the farm with endless activities for the whole family. Meet the friendly farm animals, take a wagon ride, learn the Charleston, and play old fashioned games. There will be a variety of delicious food for purchase.

Take part in fun, interactive activities all afternoon. Lend a hand churning butter and pressing apples into cider. Watch a blacksmith perform his craft, and see a side-saddle demo. Stop by the Visitors Center, and view an array of handmade crafts, fresh vegetables, and stunning floral displays.

Be sure to visit the historic homes at Fosterfields. Compare the authentic 1920s Farmhouse, where the farm foreman and family once lived, to The Willows, the 1854 Gothic Revival-style mansion, where the Foster family used to reside. See what’s cooking in the Farmhouse and what daily chores are being completed. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy!

Admission is $8.00 per adult, $7.00 per senior (65+), $6.00 per child age 4 through 16, and $4.00 per child age 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2. Friends members are half price with a current membership card.

For more information and directions to Fosterfields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township, visit, morrisparks.net, or call (973) 326-7645.

The Morris County Park Commission features one of the region’s best park systems in the state of New Jersey. It currently protects and maintains 18,927 acres at 38 distinct sites plus offers a year-round calendar of events and activities for all to enjoy!

Cyberbullying – Often a Devastating Form of Child Abuse

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Cyberbullying – Often a Devastating Form of Child Abuse

MORRIS COUNTY — Cyberbullying is often a devastating form of child abuse, and as the new school year is fast approaching, Deirdre’s House (click here for website), which is the Center for Morris County’s child victims, is urging urges parents to talk to their children about the damaging effects of cyberbullying.

Maria Vinci Savettiere, Executive Director of Deirdre’s House

According to Maria Vinci Savettiere, Executive Director of Deirdre’s House, “parents need to have frank discussions with their children about the long-term, sometimes life-threatening consequences of cyberbullying on child victims.’’

The most effective way to stop cyberbullying is at its source by educating children as to the often negative, life changing effects cyberbullying may cause.

Here is what you can do to prevent your child from engaging in cyberbullying behavior:

  • Regularly remind your children about the importance of treating others the way they would want to be treated.  They should be encouraged to be as polite online as they are in person.
  • Talk about how some things we might do or say to someone that seem funnyat the time are actually hurtful.
  • Remind them not to write or forward hurtful messages.
  • Regularly check in on the online behaviors of your children.  Problematic behavior must be addressed with reasonable and appropriate discipline.
  • Ask them not to send messages when they are angry. Make sure they ask themselves before clicking “send,” how they would feel if they received that message.
  • Urge them to help kids who are victims of bullying online by not joining in and showing bullying messages to an adult.

Here is what you can do if your child is engaging in cyberbullying behavior:

  • Explain the severity of their actions. Ask them if they would like their actions reported to law enforcement or school authorities.
  • Explain to your child that this kind of behavior is unacceptable. Stop any show of aggression you see and talk about other ways your child can deal with the situation.
  • Ask them to stop the bullying immediately. Make it clear to your child that you take bullying seriously and that you will not tolerate this behavior. Encourage them to apologize to the victim.
  • Have them take a break from whatever medium they are using, For example, if they are making hurtful comments about others on Facebook, get them to take a break from Facebook for a few days. If they are sending nasty text messages, then they should lose their cell phone privileges for a while.
  • Talk to them about the devastating psychological harm they could cause. We are all aware of the terrible cases of children taking their own lives because of bullying of all types. Don’t sugarcoat the effect that their cyber bullying could have on the child they are targeting. Ask them:how would you feel if someone did these things to you or to someone you love?
  • Try to find out why:Ask your child – Did something happen to make you act this way? Is there something going on at home that is encouraging this type of behavior? It may be that your child is the target of bullies and turned to bullying in response. Maybe your child has gotten involved with the “wrong crowd’’ and has been coerced into bullying by others to stay popular with that crowd. If you discover the cause, try to help them deal with that
  • Monitor their Internet and phone activity. Move the computer out of their bedroom.
  • Increase your knowledge of technology. Parents may be unaware of the full range of technologies used by their children. Try to familiarize yourself with these technologies.
  • Share your concernswith your child’s teacher, counselor, or principal. Work together to send clear messages to your child that his or her bullying must stop.  If you or your child needs additional help, talk with a school counselor or mental health professional.

Most important, remember:  Parents are the first line of defense in the war against cyberbullying!

For more information about Deirdre’s House and bullying, click here.

Deirdre’s House is the Center in Morris County for child victims of abuse and/or neglect . It is the only site in Morris County where a child victim can be interviewed and digitally recorded by law enforcement, medically examined and treated by a pediatric abuse specialist, prepared for trial, and clinically counseled in English or Spanish—-all under one roof.  Since opening its doors in 1996, Deirdre’s House has provided services to over 24,000 of Morris County’s child victims.  

 

CCM Offers Free Workshop on Finding Grants for Nonprofits

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CCM Offers Free Workshop on Finding Grants for Nonprofits

RANDOLPH — The County College of Morris (CCM) Library’s Foundation Center Funding Information Network is offering a free workshop on finding grants for nonprofits on Monday, August 28.

The workshop will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the Sherman H. Masten Learning Resource Center, Room 205, on CCM’s Randolph campus, 214 Center Grove Road.

The purpose of this workshop is to find foundation and public charity programs that fund students, artists, writers, filmmakers, musicians, researchers and other individual grant seekers.

The CCM library is a participant in the Foundation Center’s Funding Information Network. Network partners provide a suite of resources including the most comprehensive database on U.S. and, increasingly, global grant makers and their grants.

The workshop is free but registration is required. Call (973) 328-5300 to reserve a seat.

Emma Swan will be a featured playwright in “One Act Jamboree”

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Emma Swan will be a featured playwright in “One Act Jamboree”

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Emma Swan, a junior at Parsippany High School, will be one of the featured playwrights at the Rhino Theatre’s One Act Jamboree in Pompton Lakes from Friday, August 25 to Sunday, August 27.  Emma’s one act drama, No News, was selected to be staged over hundreds of submitted plays. At seventeen, she is the youngest playwright in this year’s One Act Jamboree.

The drama was written by Emma last year as part of a class assignment for her creative writing class.  She is thrilled for the opportunity to have her work staged and performed for an audience. 

The Rhino Theatre’s One Act Jamboree will feature seven one act plays. At the end of each performance, audiences will be asked to vote for their favorite.  The winner with the most votes over the weekend will win $500.00. 

The Jamboree runs Friday through Sunday, tickets can be purchased by clicking here.

Rhino Theatre is located at 237 Hamburg Turnpike.

Driver charged with DWI after motor vehicle crash

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Driver charged with DWI after motor vehicle crash

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Sergeant Matthew LaManna and Patrol Officer C. Dottino responded to the area of Route 46 West and Crown Point Road for a motor vehicle crash at 8:44 p.m. on Sunday, August 13.

After arriving on scene, Patrol Officer Christopher Dottino determined that a 2009 Audi A3, driven by Christina Vignola, 30,Parsippany, crashed into the rear of a 2014 Toyota Corolla.

No injuries were reported. Upon further investigation it was determined that Ms. Vignola was driving while intoxicated.

She was subsequently arrested and transported to Police Headquarters and charged with Driving While Intoxicated and Reckless Driving.

She was released on her own recognizance pending her court date.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

 

Kiwanis Club delivers school supplies to Parsippany Human Services.

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Kiwanis Club delivers school supplies to Parsippany Human Services.

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany recently delivered its Annual Back-to-School Supplies to benefit the children of Parsippany-Troy Hills. The collection was delivered to Parsippany’s Director of Human Services Michele Picone.

The school supplies were donated by members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. Items included backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, crayons, erasers and other assorted items for the children to prepare for back-to-school.

To reach Michele Picone, Director of Humans Services call (973) 263-7163.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany ensures that all children have the opportunity to lead healthy, successful lives. They believe that by helping one child, you help the world.

For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany click here, or visit the club at their weekly breakfast meeting held on Thursdays at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46.

Applebee’s Parsippany is not closing

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Applebee’s Parsippany is not closing

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — DineEquity, the parent company of the Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar brand, announced last week that it expects to close between 105 – 135 restaurants across the country.

Doherty Enterprises, owners of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar Parsippany, wants to assure our valued guests and employees that the franchised Applebee’s locations that they own and operate are 100 percent open for business.

As an organization, Doherty Enterprises has a strong financial footing with a strategic plan that calls for continued new unit growth. They are a recognized leader in the industry, operating more than 150 restaurants across seven strong concepts. They look forward to continuing to fulfill our company’s mission to Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers while delivering a quality dining experience that our guests have come to expect.

Established in 1985, Doherty Enterprises, Inc. is recognized as the 68th largest privately-held business in the New York Metro area by Crain’s Business and the 11th  largest franchisee in the United States as ranked in the Restaurant Finance Monitor, operating seven restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Quaker Steak & Lube, Noodles & Company, and two of its own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub and Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas. In 2015, Nation’s Restaurant News ranked Doherty Enterprises as the 78th largest U.S. Foodservice revenue company, up from 85 in 2014. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates over 150 restaurants in northern, southern and central New Jersey, on Long Island, as well as locations throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island and sections of Florida and Georgia. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Communities We Serve” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.”

Applebee’s Parsippany honors the “Greater Parsippany Rewards” card by offering a 10% discount on all food items.

 

PHHS Students volunteer during “Macy’s Shop for a Cause” event

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PHHS Students volunteer during “Macy’s Shop for a Cause” event

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Students from Parsippany Hills High School volunteered this past weekend for March of Dimes at Macy’s in the Rockaway Mall.

It was the annual Shop for a Cause. Volunteers included Philip Yao, Jeremy Yang, David Lam, Konner Stavrou, Olivia Terrell, Rishi Yagappen, Matthew Kwan, Karoline Xiong, Katherine Grant, Yuanting Yang, Dua Ahmad, Alexis Higginbotham and Ravi Parekh.

Macy’s customers to participate in its 12th annual Shop For A Cause charity event benefitting the March of Dimes, which began on Thursday, August 10 through Sunday, August 13. Macy’s Shop For A Cause was a four-day shopping event created to support the fundraising efforts of nonprofit organizations. Since 2006, the program has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for thousands of charities across the country. New this year, Macy’s partnered with the March of Dimes to produce a short film titled, “First Hug,” which can be viewed by clicking here.

For the seventh year, Macy’s has designated the March of Dimes, the leading nonprofit organization in support of pregnancy and baby health, as its national in-store and online beneficiary of Shop For A Cause. Customers were asked to give $5 to the March of Dimes at any Macy’s register and receive a savings pass valid for 20 to25 percent off select regular-priced and sale items all weekend long.

As part of Macy’s support for the March of Dimes mission to give every baby the healthiest start in life, Macy’s is inviting shoppers to write a letter of hope and support to a family of a baby in a hospital Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) by clicking here.

“Macy’s has supported the work of national and local charities through our Shop For A Cause program for more than a decade,” said Lauren Anania, Macy’s director of cause marketing. “Together with our associates and customers, we are deeply proud to again raise much-needed funds for the March of Dimes in support of families across the country, while offering shoppers four days to enjoy great savings.”

Miracles Taekwondo hosts self-defense seminar

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Miracles Taekwondo hosts self-defense seminar

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Miracles USA Taekwondo hosted a self-defense seminar for real estate agents at its Parsippany location on Saturday, August 12.  The one-hour class, under the instruction of Head Master Suhan Kang and other Miracles USA Taekwondo Masters, provided participants with instruction on a variety of self-defense and Hapkido techniques.

The seminar was focused at enhancing real agents’ personal safety while hosting open houses.

Miracles USA Taekwondo donated the proceeds of the event to the Parsippany Fire Department District 5. Mr. John Dente, President of Parsippany Volunteer Fire Department District 5, and Patrick Fales, Brian Ricci and Nick Dianuzzo were in attendance at the event, lending their support to the Masters as well as showcasing the latest addition to their fleet of fire-fighting vehicles. Other supporters in attendance included Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Vice President Robert J. Peluso, Frank Cahill, Executive Board Member Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, Ildiko Peluso, Board Member Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce and Mr. Brendon Foster, a local home mortgage consultant.

Miracles USA Taekwondo is an ardent supporter of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township and hopes to further educate the community on the basics of self defense.

Kyra Kozar, Event Manager for Miracles Self-Defense, has advised the next self-defense seminar will be held at LA Fitness, 1159 US Highway 46, on Saturday, September 23, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is open to the public and all are invited to participate. Admission is $10.00 per person. There will be a separate event for children of self-defense participants at LA Fitness at that same time and date. A Miracles USA Taekwondo Master will instruct children in board-breaking techniques. The purchase price for each board is $5.00.  Proceeds from the self-defense and board-breaking events will again be donated to the Parsippany Volunteer Fire Department District 5.

For additional information, please phone Miracles USA Taekwondo at (973) 808-5050.

Miracles USA Taekwondo opened its first Taekwondo school in New Jersey in May 2015. The school is owned and operated by the prestigious Kang Family of South Korea. Their school is based at the Parsippany Shopping Plaza, 388-B US Highway 46 West.

Classes in Taekwondo are offered to children and adults from Monday through Saturday. The school is also the home of the Miracles USA Taekwondo elite competition team, under the direction of four-time World Taekwondo Federation poomsae champion, Master Suji Kang.

Miracles USA Taekwondo is committed to providing tools of self defense to the Parsippany community to enable men and women to protect themselves when faced with danger. Its goal is to keep residents of Parsippany powerful, confident, safe and secure.

ShopRite and Huggies will donate diapers for every pack purchased

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ShopRite and Huggies will donate diapers for every pack purchased

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Now through October 31, 2017, Parsippany ShopRite shoppers can help these families by purchasing Huggies diapers at ShopRite and for every pack purchased, ShopRite and Huggies will also donate a day’s worth of diapers to the National Diaper Bank Network.

In total, Shoprite and Huggies will donate up to 500,000 diapers, with a significant portion going to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey to help the 50,000 babies in New Jersey living below the poverty line.

This is the first time ShopRite has partnered with Huggies to raise awareness for this important cause, and support Huggies’ No Baby Unhugged initiative, a national effort to combat diaper need among impoverished families.

Parsippany ShopRite is located at 808 Route 46 West.

In 2010, Huggies commissioned a study that found one in three U.S. families suffer from diaper need – the inability to provide fresh, clean diapers for baby. Since then, Huggies has donated more than 200 million diapers and wipes to help babies in need. (photo credit: Huggies)

Parth Parikh awarded Fulbright Scholarship to teach in India

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Parth Parikh awarded Fulbright Scholarship to teach in India
Parth Parikh arrived at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi in June

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hills resident Parth Parikh was awarded a U.S. Fulbright Scholarship to spend nine months teaching and researching education in New Delhi, India.

Parikh has been in India for the past two months. Parth Parikh, is a 2010 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School and then graduated Magna Cum Laude from The College of New Jersey in 2014 with a degree in Political Science. He was a sixth grade World History teacher in Passaic.

Thanks to a Fulbright award, his wish came true. In June he headed to New Delhi to teach English to high school students.

Parth Parikh said “My driven and proven commitment to education and multi-culturalism made me an ideal candidate for the Fulbright-India ETA scholarship. As an educator for Teach For America, a national nonprofit dedicated to the promise of a quality education to all children, I have developed a unique toolkit that will guide my success as an English teacher in India. I have had the rare opportunity to teach three different grade levels, three different subjects, and two different languages. Although challenging, my role as an inner-city teacher provide me with invaluable experiences that are immediately transferable to the Fulbright program in India.”

“Success as a Fulbright-ETA in India requires the ability to adapt to new settings and the unique intellectual demands of my students. As a sixth grade world history teacher in Passaic, I did not have a choice but to meet this expectation. Without a strong command of Spanish, I was asked to teach a bilingual history class composed of seventeen non-English speaking students. The struggle of overcoming a language barrier while being held to rigorous instructional standards, was an enormous challenge. With urgency, however, I held myself accountable to study and practice Spanish. Ultimately, my work-ethic was rewarded, and by the end of the year I was able to teach lessons fluently in Spanish. Even in my mono-lingual class in Newark, I am expected to adapt my instruction to the different learning levels of my students. In India, I will have the flexibility and grit necessary to overcome regional language barriers, and provide an individualized learning experience for my students,” said Parikh.

In June he headed to New Delhi to teach English to high school students

“Furthermore, my experience teaching in both a predominately Hispanic and a predominantly African-American community prepares me for the cultural responsiveness required of an effective international teacher. Having a different skin color, language, or culture than my students never stopped me from developing relationships. By organizing and leading my school’s after-school debate team, I was able to candidly discuss issues that immediately impacted my students and their community. These “beyond the classroom” initiatives were critical to my class culture, and will be even more critical to my success as a Fulbright-India ETA in such a diverse and culturally rich nation,” said Parikh.

He concluded by saying “Finally, and most importantly, teaching has taught me true humility. Ensuring a quality education requires me to leverage various groups including parents, administration, and colleagues. Therefore, my students’ achievements reflect the work of a team, not me alone. Yet to remain accountable for my share of the responsibility, humility is essential to objectively analyze my performance, receive criticism, and aggressively seek to learn from my failures. Although the skills gained from my experience equip me for the demanding role of a Fulbright ETA in India, I am eager to learn even more from the Fulbright community to meet the demands.”

Parikh said “Upon return from my experience abroad as a Fulbright ETA scholar, I hope to become a further agent of change in my community. With hands-on familiarity with both U.S. and international schools, I plan to be a public voice for multi-culturalism and positive educational transformation. One day, all children will have access to a quality education.”

Four candidates file to be Board of Education members

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Four candidates file to be Board of Education members

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Four Parsippany residents filed with the Morris County Elections to seek a position as a member of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education.

Timothy P. Berrios, George L. Blair, and Andrew Choffo are seeking re-election, while Matthew DeVitto is seeking a seat on the Board of Education.

Berrios, Blair and Choffo’s terms expire on December 31, 2017.

Residents will have an opportunity to choose three candidates during the General Election on Tuesday, November 7.

The current members include Mr. Frank Neglia, President (2018); Mr. Andrew Choffo, Vice-President (2017); Mr. Timothy Berrios (2017); Mr. George Blair (2017); Mr. Joseph Cistaro (2019); Mrs. Alison Cogan (2019); Mrs. Susy Golderer (2018); Mr. Nicholas Kumburis (2019) and Mrs. Judy Mayer (2018). (Note: Term ends December 31 of the year indicated)

The Board of Education is made up of nine members who are elected by registered voters of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township.  Members are elected to three-year terms.   The Board President and Vice-President are elected by the majority vote of their fellow Board members.

  • Board members voluntarily and generously contribute their time and expertise to the district. They do not receive any payment or benefits for their service. We are fortunate to have specialists from several professional fields represented on our Board.
  • In addition to their attendance at public board meetings and committee meetings; Board members are also required to attend NJSBA (New Jersey School Boards Association) training sessions.
  • Members of the current Board have attended our schools; had children who graduated from Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Public Schools; and have children or grandchildren who currently attend our schools.  Our decisions affect not only your family, but their own as well.
  • Board members have no legal authority, except when acting as a group at official Board meetings.
  • The Board works hard to deliver the best education that it can within the financial constraints imposed by the State of New Jersey.

Two Junior Firefighters Graduated Junior Firefighter Class

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Two Junior Firefighters Graduated Junior Firefighter Class

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Brandon Schweizer Jr, and Dylan James recently graduated from Morris County Public Safety Academy, Junior Firefighter Class.

Brandon and Dylan are now trained firefighters and join the ranks of Parsippany District 5 Fire Department as Junior Firefighters. Attending their graduation was Chief Brandon Schweizer Sr.

Junior Firefighter Brandon Schweizer Jr. and Chief Brandon Schweizer Sr.

The Parsippany District 5 Fire Department has been serving eastern Parsippany since 1928. They are an all-volunteer fire department with a current membership of over fifty men and women who utilize two fire houses for response.

Woman’s Club Announces Upcoming Meeting Schedule

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Woman’s Club Announces Upcoming Meeting Schedule

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — The first General Meeting of the new 2017-2018 club year for the Woman’s Club of Parsippany Troy Hills (WCPTH) will be held on Monday, September 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Building, 100 Centerton Drive.

The meeting is open to all area women interested in learning about the club and its involvement in the local community.

The Club has served the township and the state with initiatives to support not only education, but also home life, conservation and more.

WCPTH is very proud to have been instrumental in the founding of the Parsippany Library and the Parsippany Child Day Care Center.

Today the Woman’s Club is involved with the Parsippany Food Pantry, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, Jersey Battered Women’s Service and Child Abuse Prevention – NJ.  The club also supports Boatsie’s Boxes for the military serving overseas, UNICEF, Heifer International and other worthy and charitable causes. The club really does offer something for everyone.

The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC), which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service.

For more information call Cathy at (973) 984-0758, e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com, click here to visit their website.

2017-2018 General Meeting Schedule
Meetings start at 7:00 p.m.Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Building
100 Centerton Drive

  • Monday, September 25, 2017
  • Monday, October 23, 2017
  • Monday, November, 27, 2017
  • Monday, January 22, 2018
  • Monday, February 26, 2018
  • Monday, March 26, 2018
  • Monday, April 23, 2018

Meeting schedule is subject to change.  Please contact Cathy if interested in attending a meeting or to confirm date and time.

 

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