Lake Parsippany Open House and Flea Market draws visitors from all over

PARSIPPANY — Rain was predicted for all day Saturday, but there was no sign of rain during the Lake Parsippany giant flea market and Open House, on Saturday, June 2.

The day was full of events including dragon boat, swimming, face painting, food, playing in the sand, live music and a flea market offering many items. Parsippany CERT, Parsippany Police Department and many organizations were present educating residents, and distributing literature.

You can join the LPPOA Ladies Club for fun and community involvement. Interested individuals should contact Diane Low at (973) 887-1268. The fishing club meets once a month and holds fishing contests during the season. Thru their Trout Stocking Program, they host a “Stocking Day” event where the lake is stocked with trout one week before the season opens. Young anglers get the opportunity to learn about our program and release trout into the lake. Interested in joining the fishing club contact Tony Suprum at LakeParFishingClub@gmail.com.

Lake Parsippany is a private lake community quietly nestled in the center of Parsippany-Troy Hills, in Morris County. This 168 acre lake and grounds is fully funded and maintained by membership fees and member volunteers. They receive no State, County or Township funding. The Community welcomes everyone to join our association, regardless of where you live and enjoy a piece of the lake.

The Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association members maintain and manage all operations of the lake throughout the year. The membership preserves this beautiful natural resource through its fees and through active volunteer participation in the community.

Membership is required to participate in its many activities that include fishing in a trout stocked lake, sailing, swimming, sunbathing, competitive sports, concerts, dances, family fun nights and much more.

Membership in the Association is not limited to Lake Parsippany Property Owners. Renters and residents from outside of the Lake Parsippany area are also welcome to join. The Association is a not for profit organization.

In addition to all of the activities available with membership, the Association also supports various Clubs and Committees.

Lake Parsippany is home of the New Jersey Dragon Boat Club. Dotting of the eye is an annual ritual of the New Jersey Dragon Boat Club during the open house day. 2018 marks the 18th year in which the NJ Dragon Boat Club has been at Lake Parsippany.

NJ’s 1st dragon boat club, started with a recreational crew, added a competitive crew and then a junior crew since their first visit to the Boat House.

Placing pink roses in Lake Parsippany in support of Woman’s Breast Cancer Awareness

This ancient Chinese Eye Dotting ceremony, “The Awakening of The Dragons,” features local and visiting dignitaries painting red dots on the eyes of the ceremonial dragon boat figure heads to officially “wake” them up.

Mayor Michael Soriano “dotting the eye of the dragon.” Dotting of the eye is an annual ritual of the New Jersey Dragon Boat Club.

Hoffman Beach opens up full time for the summer starting Friday, June 22. From now until then the beach is open Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

For more information on Lake Parsippany, click here.

Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance: Andrew Cornwallis and Chief Christopher Miller
Boy Scout Pack 142
The Garden Club
Patrolman Remo D’Alessandro and Brian Conover distributing literature from the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department
Lake Parsippany Ladies Club
Lake Parsippany Book Club
Bach to Rock
Volunteer Firefighters Wanted!
Parsippany residents JoAnn Stankard and Tommy Stankard strolling through the flea market at Lake Parsippany Open House
Parsippany CERT
Sonia was just adopted from Wise Animal Rescue. Tyler Cloutier, Rebecca Hruby, Sonia, Lori Wink and Jennifer Quick
Lake Parsippany Fishing Club
Boats on the lake
Children playing in the sand

Parsippany Chamber awards Scholarship to Adam Giovanelli

PARSIPPANY — Adam Paul Giovanelli received the 2018 Scholarship Award from Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce during the Senior Awards Ceremony held on Monday, June 4.

Upon graduation on June 21, Adam will be attending Rutgers University majoring in Economics and Finance. Adam has an overall GPA of 4.4234.

During Adam’s high school years, he had the benefit of numerous opportunities that have led him to his ultimate success. As a student, he has shown a strong dedication to his academic career by complementing it with involvement in many co-curricular activities at Parsippany Hills High School has to offer. These opportunities have been the vehicle that has fostered Adam’s values as a student and as a person.

During his high school  years, Adam was State Vice President, Chapter President, Chapter Secretary of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). He was also State Competitor/State Delegate: First in New Jersey: Accounting and Restaurant Virtual Business Competition; State Competition; Personal Finance and Financial Consulting; second in Core BA Exam.

Adam has also taught financial literacy to elementary school students during the High School Heroes Program.

Presenting the Scholarship was Board Member and Scholarship Committee Chairman Nicolas Limanov and Executive Board Member Frank Cahill.

PACC is a service organization for businesses, merchants, residents, and volunteers that provides education, information, and networking opportunities to the Parsippany Area. Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce works with our local and county governments and stand ready to pursue any matter that can make our community a better place in which to live, conduct business, and make a living. They promote a healthy and more prosperous economic climate.

 

 

PHS holds its annual drunk driving assembly

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School presented the Eighth Annual anti-drunk driving assembly program to the seniors, in the school’s auditorium and outside parking lot on Thursday, May 31, warning the students about drinking and driving especially during Prom season. Six seniors were actors involved in a two car accident where seniors were drinking and driving. The actors were Kyra Reich, Olivia Leon, Tarik Ayaz and Shobin Mannapuran.

Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly
Scenes from PHS annual drunk driving assembly

Parsippany High School Hawkeye Award Winners

PARSIPPANY — The Hawk Eye Awards recognize the extraordinary efforts of the students, staff and parents of Parsippany High School that make a difference in their school and the community.

To the Native Americans, the hawk was a symbol of strength, vision, and truth. The hawk had keen eyesight which it used to open the eyes of others. The hawk was the great messenger of the skies. It soared with the power to overcome difficult situations and helped others to achieve great victory. We are looking to recognize the modern-day Redhawks with the greatest vision and strength- those parents, staff and students who, like the Native American hawks of the past, see a bigger picture and do everything in their power to make it clearer for the rest of us. These “Hawk Eyes” lift others up through their words, actions and values, and as a result, Parsippany and PHS is an even better place to live, learn and grow.

Each year, PHS will recognize students, teachers or parents for going the extra mile to make a difference in our school or community.

Parsippany High School presented the 2018 Hawkeye Award Winners on Saturday, June 2.  This years winners are:
Staff: Mrs. Engfer, Mrs. Muheisen and Mr. Miller
Parents: Cindy LoPresti and Pete Lanigan
Students: Khalid Alzubi and Sarah DiPippa.

Thanks for all you do to make Par High such an incredible place.

Missy is looking for a furever home

PARSIPPANY — Missy is a 13.5-year-old Maltipoo! Don’t let her age fool you, Missy can easily hang with the younger crowd! She is very loving and sweet. She has a laid back disposition and is happiest when cuddling with you!

She enjoys going on short walks around the neighborhood. She walks fantastic on a leash! Missy is very well behaved and eager to please! She is fully housebroken and not destructive when left alone.

Missy does wonderful with other dogs and would be fine in a home with cats! She is currently being fostered with a 7-year old dog and they play and nap together! Because Missy would prefer a home on the quieter side, it would be best she goes home with kids above the age of 13.

Missy enjoys being in people’s company and never asks for much besides one’s love and affection. She is an amazing dog who deserves nothing but the best for the remainder of her golden years!

If you are interested in adopting Missy, please fill out an application by clicking here.

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Missy is a 13.5-year-old Maltipoo! Don’t let her age fool you, Missy can easily hang with the younger crowd!

Council meeting rescheduled; Budget hearing continues

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 12 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, June 13 starting at 7:30 p.m.

In addition, the third session for Budget Hearings has been scheduled for Wednesday, June 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Both meetings will be held at the Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.

The public is invited to attend all meetings. A portion of each meeting will be set aside for public comment. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.

Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the American with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. Please call (973) 263-4357 to make a request for an auxiliary aid.

Jay Webber for Congress stops in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY — Jay Webber, a candidate for Congress, made a visit to Parsippany on Saturday morning, June 2 during a “Meet and Greet” with Parsippany Republicans. Webber is running in New Jersey’s 11th district.

Jay Webber shaking hands with an area resident

Webber is running in the Tuesday, June 5 primary election against Tony Ghee; Peter De Neufville of Mendham; Patrick Allocco and Martin Hewitt.  The winner will then be on the ballot in November against a Democrat; either Mikie Sherrill and Tamara Harris, whoever wins the Democrat nomination on Tuesday.

Tony Ghee said that Peter De Neufville, one of his opponents in Tuesday’s primary, offered him an appointment to the Morris County Parks Commission in exchange for withdrawing from the race and endorsing him.

Ghee, one of five Republicans running in New Jersey’s 11th district, says he perceived the offer as a “quid pro quo” of a job in exchange for an endorsement.  Ghee sent a letter to federal and state prosecutors to ask them to investigate. (Click here to view letter)

Jay Webber discussing issues with a Parsippany resident

Book Launch event at PAL draws over 300 people

PARSIPPANY — Heartfulness Trainer and Author Joshua Pollock, was at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road on Saturday, June 2 releasing his new book “The Heartfulness Way.” Over 300 people attended the release and book signing.

Joshua Pollock

The Heartfulness Way is building on ageless oral tradition, Kamlesh D. Patel – widely known as Daaji, the fourth guru in the Heartfulness tradition – traces a seeker’s journey as he examines the nature of spiritual search. Through a series of illuminating conversations between a teacher and a student, Daaji reveals the principles of the Heartfulness practice and philosophy to Joshua Pollock, a Heartfulness practitioner and trainer. “In this simple and elegant book, Daaji reveals the ancient secrets of Heartfulness mediation for a well-integrated life. A must read for anyone interested in incorporating meditation into their life style.”

Sridath Reddy, Frank Cahill, Loretta Gragnani, Jay Webber, Joshua Pollock, Louis Valori and Michael dePierro holding a copy of the new book

Kamlesh Patel is known widely as Daaji. His teachings arise from his personal experience on the path of Heartfulness, while reflecting his deep spirit of enquiry and respect for the world’s great spiritual traditions and scientific advancements. Daaji practiced pharmacy in New York City for over three decades before being named the successor in a century-old lineage of spiritual masters. Fulfilling the many duties of a modern-day guru, he travels widely, extending his support to spiritual seekers everywhere. A self-professed student of spirituality, he devotes much of his time and energy to research in the field of consciousness and spirituality, approaching the subject with scientific methodology – a practical approach that stems from his own experience and mastery in the field.

Assemblyman Jay Webber – New Jersey’s 26th District

Joshua Pollock is a Heartfulness trainer and practitioner from the United States. An accomplished Western classical violinist, he has performed and taught throughout the world, including multiple collaborations with composer A.R. Rahman. Pollock is a dedicated spiritual aspirant, and is enthusiastic about sharing his passion for meditation, frequently lecturing at private seminars, holding practical demonstrations in corporate, educational and governmental settings, and providing ongoing individual support to local seekers. Pollock holds a Bachelor of Musical Arts degree from Indiana University and two master’s degrees from Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. He currently resides in India with his wife and their two children.

“The Heartfulness Way is a work of art. Daaji beautifully captures the essence and power of spirituality. This authentic book will transform your life,” said Partha Nandi, MD FACP.

There was also a group meditation and an opportunity to purchase the book and have the author autograph it.

For additional information click here or email varsha.taskhedkar@gmail.com or parsippany.heartfulness@gmail.com.

Joshua Pollock handing Michael dePierro a copy of the new book, Joshua Pollock

Candidate Tamara Harris commends Congress Members regarding Toys R Us

MORRIS COUNTY — Democratic Congressional Candidate Tamara Harris today announced her support of Senator Cory Booker, Senator Menendez, and Representative Bill Pascrell for their demand of severance pay for the discharged workers of Toys R Us, which is based in Congressional District 11, where Harris is running for election.

“Since the announcement of the closing of the Wayne-based toy manufacturer in our district I have used my voice to advocate for our elected leaders in New Jersey and in Washington to ensure that the displaced Toys R Us workers receive severance and the assistance they need at this critical time in their lives.

“I commend our state congressmen for putting people before politics by standing with those who lost their jobs and fighting for severance pay and financial regulation.

“It’s time we have members of Congress who will fight to protect workers and families, even if it means standing up to corporate campaign donors.

 

Two new Police Officers graduate Academy

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers Daniel Sisco and Steven Kurza graduated the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy Class #90.

The Basic Course for Police Officers is a five month academy where they receive training in various areas such as First Aid, Constitutional, State and Motor Vehicle Laws, Firearms, Defensive Tactics and Vehicle Operations to name a few.

Officers Sisco and Kurza, pictured here with Chief Andrew Miller and other officers of the Parsippany – Troy Hills Police Department, will be assigned to our Patrol Division and begin their three month Field Training Officer program this weekend.