Woman’s Club presents Fifth Grade Spelling Bee

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Woman’s Club presents Fifth Grade Spelling Bee

PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills presented their annual “Fifth Grade Spelling Bee” on Friday, January 19, held at Parsippany Hills High School.

The Judges for the event were Greg Elbin, President Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation; Michael DiSanto, Principal, Parsippany Hills High School and William Westhoven, Reporter, Gannett NJ Daily Record.

Two students from each fifth grade class in all of the ten elementary schools were represented.

The winners of the 2018 Fifth Grade Spelling Bee are:  First Place: Ali Hagag, representing Knollwood Elementary School; Second Place: Sunny Yang, representing Intervale Elementary School; and Third Place: Riya Jain, representing Littleton Elementary School.

The three winners  are invited to participate in the NJSFWC District Spelling Bee to be held on Saturday, February 3 in Rockaway. Registration for that event is at 9:30 a.m. and the bee begins at 10:00 a.m. (The snow date is February 10).

The regional winners will then be invited to the State Championship on March 3 at NJSFWC Headquarters, 55 Liberty Center Way, New Brunswick. (The snow date is March 10).

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, or click here to visit their website.

Morris County Young Republicans welcomes Doug Steinhardt

Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Young Republicans welcomes Doug Steinhardt

BOONTON — The Morris County young Republicans welcomed Douglas Steinhardt, Republican State Chairman at its January meeting held at Vinnie’s Pizzeria & Ristorante.

The event was sponsored by Freeholder John Cesaro.

Chairman Steinhardt is a partner at Florio, Perrucci, Steinhardt and and Cappelli.

He was the first five-term Mayor in Lopatcong and previously served as Chairman of the Warren County Republican Committee. Chairman Steinhardt addressed the crowd about the State of the New Jersey Republican Party going into 2018.

Doug served on President Donald J. Trump’s Presidential campaign National Finance Committee. After being named to NJ’s Electoral College delegation for President Trump, Doug served as counsel for Donald J. Trump for President, Inc. in the post-2016, general election, provisional ballot counts in Orange County, FL. Since the November 2016 general election, Doug has been a frequent visitor to the White House and Washington D.C. on various matters of client, political and legal interest.

Doug received a BA in History from Gettysburg College, where he was also a four-year member of the Gettysburg NCAA Division III football team. At Widener University Law School, Doug was a member and, later, associate editor of the Law Review.

Doug and his wife Trudy were married in Belvidere in 1996 and live in Lopatcong Township with their two children.

John Cesaro joined the freeholder board in June 2012 when he filled an unexpired term that ended December 31, 2012. He served as deputy director of the freeholder board in 2015 and 2017.

He is a former Parsippany-Troy Hills councilman who served on that governing body from January 2006 until mid-June 2012. While he was on the township council he held the position of council president from 2008 – 2009.

The Morris County Young Republicans February meeting will feature guest speaker Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce on Thursday, February 15 starting at 7:00 p.m. at Thatcher McGhee’s, 53 Broadway, Denville. The event is sponsored by Rob Zwigard, Executive Director of the Morris Victory PAC.

Both Assemblywoman DeCroce and Mr. Zwigard will address the guests but in the spirit of Valentine’s Day, instead of our traditional question and answer format each person will have the opportunity to ask their question one-on-one in a speed dating format to each speaker. As always this event is free and open to the public of all ages.

The Morris County Young Republicans are determined to grow the membership and build strong Republican networks in all of the 39 municipalities in Morris County. They encourage you and anyone you know to join the club by donating yearly dues of just $35.00.

You may bring a check made payable to “Morris County Young Republicans” to the February meeting, or mail a check to the office at 26 Schuyler Place, Morristown, NJ 07960.

You can also pay online by credit card by visiting the “Contribute” page on our website, by clicking here. Membership dues allow the club to grow and run events that benefit Republicans at all levels.

For club voting rights, members must be registered Republicans between ages 18-40 and live in Morris County but we welcome any of our friends outside of those requirements to join as Associate Members and to attend all of our events.

Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio opens in Lake Hiawatha

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Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio opens in Lake Hiawatha

PARSIPPANY — Members of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon for the grand opening of Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio on Sunday, January 14. Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio is located at 138 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha. They can be reached by calling (973) 339-3222.

Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio was built as a place where people of all ages and experience levels can partake in yoga.  It is meant to be both a place of mental and physical wellness and a community center where ideas and skills can be exchanged.

Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio is owned by area resident Rama Jonnalagadda.

Many friends and family members joined Rama Jonnalagadda in the celebration

Rama got married at a young age to her husband Pandu Jonnalagadda and together they moved to the United States, a foreign country where they didn’t know the language and customs. With the support of Pandu, Rama taught herself English, made a home, took care of her parents, brought her brothers to America and helped them establish themselves and raise three children. Through all of this Rama never had the opportunity to pursue her dreams.

A few years ago, Jonnalagadda, started taking yoga classes which started the seed of a new dream. She pursued her interest, became a certified yoga instructor and opened a yoga studio. It’s rare to find south Asian women of my Rama’s generation who are willing to go against the grain and pursue their dreams and its rare to find husbands that are willing to support them.

The celebration cake

Sirisha Yalamanchi, Rama’s daughter, said “I am incredibly proud of both of them for starting this endeavor and I wish them the very best of luck.”

Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio will be open for business officially in February 2018.  Individuals can book classes on the mind body app and more information can be found by clicking here.

Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.

Frank Cahill, Executive Board Member Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce presents Rama Jonnalagadda with a membership certificate, as Councilman Michael dePierro, Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani, Mayor Michael Soriano looks on

All Saints Academy to host Tricky Tray

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All Saints Academy to host Tricky Tray

PARSIPPANY —  All Saints Academy will host its ninth annual Tricky Tray on Friday, February 9, in the All Saints Academy gymnasium at 189 Baldwin Road.

Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and prize drawings will begin at 7:00 p.m.  Prizes include 50/50, basket raffles, designer pocketbooks, and Grand Prizes include Jets and Devils tickets, sports and academic camps, Lakeland Hills YMCA membership, a gift certificate to Great Wolf Lodge, a week stay at PGA Village in Florida, and so much more.

Admission is $40.00, and includes three sheets of regular tickets, coffee and dessert.  Advance ticket packages are also available. Click here to download advanced ticket and reservation form.

Please contact the school at (973) 334-4704 for more information.

Thousands gather in Morristown as Women’s March kicks off

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Thousands gather in Morristown as Women’s March kicks off

MORRISTOWN — Marchers gathered in front of Morristown Town Hall for the 11:00 a.m. kickoff for a local Women’s March. Protesters marched up South Street for a rally on Morristown Green featuring Governor Phil Murphy and his wife, Tammy.

The second annual march mirrored the local, state and national marches held to coincide with the presidential inauguration of Donald Trump last January. This year’s slogan, “Power to the Polls” showcased the efforts of women in New Jersey and across the country who “have been rising,” according to this year’s planners.

Tammy Murphy, Jennifer DeMaio, Governor Phil Murphy and Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano

Wearing pink hats and holding handmade signs, thousands of people gathered in Morristown Saturday morning for a local Women’s March designed as both a protest of President Donald Trump’s first year in office and a call for a massive voter turnout in the November midterm elections.

Many Parsippany residents showed their support for Mikie Sherrill for Congress. Mikie is running to represent New Jersey’s 11th District in Congress to fight back against Donald Trump and to fight for our future. She is a Naval Academy graduate, Navy Pilot, former Federal Prosecutor and mother of four residing in Montclair.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Sorino was supporting a “Mikie Sherrill” badge on this jacket
Jonathan Nelson and Tammy Murphy
Thousands gather in Morristown for the Women’s March
Wall to wall people in front of Morristown Town Hall
Parsippany residents Betty Wyka and Brielle Wyka
Parsippany residents Judy Hernandez and Kendra Von Achen
Mikie Sherrill
Former Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Jonathan Nelson with Mikie Sherrill

The Morristown march is one of hundreds of events taking place this weekend to mark the first anniversary of the 2017 Women’s March on Washington, D.C., and its sister marches around the world.

Parsippany residents Judy Hernandez

Beau is the cutest ten-week old male Pit mix looking for a home

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Beau is the cutest ten-week old male Pit mix looking for a home

PARSIPPANY — Meet Beau! He is the cutest ten-week old male Pit mix with the sweetest personality.

Beau loves to cuddle and give lots of kisses. He particularly loves taking naps in fuzzy blankets and being treated like the baby he is! He is very smart and already learned “sit” and “paw” in his foster home! Not to mention he is starting to understand the idea of potty training! He is working on his leash training and crate training. Beau loves other dogs and would do best in a home with kids 6+.

Beau

If you are interested in adopting Beau, please fill out an application by clicking here. Due to the large number of puppy applications  received, they will only be processing applications after a $25.00 donation is made. Wise Animal Rescue us a volunteer-based group and want to ensure that all applicants are as serious about the adoption process as we are.

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W.A.R.’s goal is to find the perfect family dynamic and place our dogs in a loving, safe and permanent home. All of our dogs available for adoption are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on shots and microchipped.

Our adoption process starts with filling an application, home visit, meet and greet and then finalizing with an adoption contract and fee.

Beau! He is the cutest ten-week old male Pit mix

Parsippany Regional’s Alex Cavaluzzo scored his 150th point

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Parsippany Regional’s Alex Cavaluzzo scored his 150th point

PARSIPPANY — Thursday, January 18 was a great night for Parsippany Regional Ice Hockey at Mennen Arena: A huge win over Whippany Park and celebrated Alex Cavaluzzo’s 150 career points.

Parsippany Regional Ice Hockey will face Montville on Monday, January 22.

Alex is a senior at Parsippany High School.

Alex Cavaluzzo and the Parsippany Regional Ice Hockey Coaching Staff

Andy Choffo appointed to Board of Education

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Andy Choffo appointed to Board of Education

PARSIPPANY — Former Board of Education member Andrew Choffo was re-appointed to the Board of Education, on Thursday, January 18. Choffo is replacing Nicholas Kumburis who resigned on December 31.

Choffo, a long standing board member, lost re-election in the General Election in November to new board member Matthew DeVitto. Current Board of Education members are:

Mr. Frank Neglia, President
Mrs. Alison Cogan, Vice-President
Mr. Timothy Berrios
Mr. George Blair
Mr. Andrew Choffo
Mr. Joseph Cistaro
Mr. Matthew DeVitto
Mrs. Susy Golderer
Mrs. Judy Mayer

Choffo will have to run again in the next general election to be able to continue on the board past December 31, 2018.

In addition Mr. Frank Neglia, Mrs. Susy Golderer and Mrs.Judy Meyer term also expires December 31, 2018.

Connie Keller named “Kiwanian of the Year”

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Connie Keller named “Kiwanian of the Year”

PARSIPPANY — At the annual Awards Dinner of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, Past-President and current Treasurer, Connie Keller, was awarded with Kiwanian of the Year. Last year’s honoree, Carol Tiesi, presented the award to Connie.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Frank Cahill with Connie Keller

The criterias for Kiwanian of the Year are: Been a member in good standing for at least two years; Attended 60% of the meetings for the past two years; Completed a program that, in the committee’s estimation, deserves superior recognition, or held office and creatively planned Club activities for the current Kiwanis Year; Chaired a committee or served on a committee that completed Club work in a superior fashion; Worked on District or International program that brought recognition to our own Club; Completed a significant number of hours on community projects.

Our honorary for this year officially became a member of our Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany in 2011 although this member has been involved in the workings of our wonderful club for years, but this member was not official. Newsletters were created and printed, and mailed out to our membership by this involved individual before joining our Club. During this pre-membership period of time, this individual displayed a great interest in Kiwanis by attending evening meetings.

Carol Tiesi presenting the Kiwanian of the Year Award to Connie Keller

Connie Keller joined Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany in 2011 and has been an active member for seven years.  This member has held the offices of Vice President, President Elect, Club President, and President of our Foundation.  During this member’s Presidential year the Club celebrated our 25th  Anniversary. She also received the George F. Hixon Fellowship Award in 2014. Connie currently holds the Office of Club Treasurer and works timelessly on other important Club endeavors.

Frank Cahill introduces Carol Tiesi, who presented the award to Connie Keller

She works diligently on formulating and the printing of our Club Directory and provides our online Newsletter for our membership.  She has attended numerous Kiwanis Mid-Winter Conferences.  She has worked hard to invite a great many individuals to our Grand Tasting in October each year and in the printing of literature and tickets for the event.   She has also worked with the committees of Touch a Truck and Trivia Night to setup the program and to help to make sure that the events ran smoothly. She has also enjoyed serving the community by cooking at Homeless Solutions and participating in our yearly Breakfast for Santa at the Parsippany Child Daycare Center.

Michael and Jonathan Keller watches as their mom receives Kiwanian of the Year Award
Connie Keller proudly displays her award, as Club President Frank Cahill looks on

Parsippany Elks donates “Tackle Wheels” to PAL Redhawks

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Parsippany Elks donates “Tackle Wheels” to PAL Redhawks
Tackle Wheels

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Elks Lodge #2078 made a generous contribution to Parsippany PAL and the PAL Redhawks. 

The Elks contribution has allowed the Parsippany PAL Redhawks to purchase three Tackle Wheels which are a football training innovation that allows the kids to practice wrapping up on open field tackles without using another player, thus greatly reducing injuries.

Pop-up Dummy

They have also purchased a Pop Up Dummy which is safer than a traditional blocking dummy since there is no holder needed.

Lastly, since not every child has the opportunity to receive the private athletic training that has become common place today, the Program has also purchased two Power Harnesses, two Speed Chutes and an Agility Trainer which will allow everyone the opportunity to make themselves a little bit faster, a little bit stronger and much more confident on and off the field.

SKLZ Speed Chute Resistance Trainer

With the gift the PAL Program will be able to run more effective and even safer practices in the upcoming season and well beyond.

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