PARSIPPANY — The “Friends” are holding their annual “dining out” event at Annabella’s in Parsippany once again. The dates of the event are Monday, May 20 and Tuesday, May 21 from 1:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Click here to download flyer.
Please present the flier to your server when ordering. If you should forget it, just say “I’m here for the Friends fundraiser”. All proceeds go towards additional library programs. Thank you for your continued support.
c is located at 329 Smith Road.
MORRIS COUNTY — A-1 Auto Transport, Inc., one of the nation’s largest car shipping companies with offices in New Jersey has announced they are offering their scholarship to local area students. The scholarship for $250, $500 and $1000 is open to students who are enrolled in an accredited college, high school, truck driving school or other logistics program either full or part time and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. There is no minimum age to enter for the scholarship.
The scholarship will be sent directly to the financial office of the student’s school.
To Enter students need to write an essay/article based on a topic shown on the company website by clicking here. Essays must be at least 1000 words and are required to be 100% original and not found published anywhere else online. All essays/articles entered will be published on the company website and attributed to the student.
The company is looking for original thoughts and ideas for topics including:
More ideas for topics can be found on the scholarship page of the A-1 Auto Transport website by clicking here.
Deadline for Entry isMarch 10, 2020 and all following years. For example March 10, 2021 will be the deadline for 2021.
Essays will be voted on by the public once they are published to the website and the Scholarship Committee will determine a winner based on the number of votes. The winner will be announced on the website and notified by email by the end of March 2020.
PARSIPPANY — Naval Support Activity Bahrain Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CWO3) David Pace Jr., a Parsippany, native, to follow in his father’s footsteps.
Now, 26 years later and half a world away at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain, Pace Jr. serves as the leading-edge of the Navy the Nation Needs.
Pace Jr., a 1987 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a quality assurance officer at NSA Bahrain, forward-deployed to the Arabian Gulf region in the Navy’s U.S. 5th Fleet.
“I am a subject matter expert in the engineering department to guide and mentor junior and senior sailors in their daily tasks,” said Pace Jr..
Pace Jr. credits success in Bahrain, and in the Navy, to many of the lessons learned in Parsippany.
“I learned the value of hard work and determination,” said Pace Jr. “Help everyone out and make it better than you found it.”
U.S. 5th Fleet directs naval operations to ensure maritime security and stability in the Central Region, which connects the Mediterranean Sea and Pacific Ocean through the western Indian Ocean. They work with partner nations to ensure freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in international waterways.
NSA Bahrain enables the forward operations and responsiveness of U.S. 5th Fleet and allied forces in support of Navy Region Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia’s mission to provide services to the fleet, warfighter and family.
The Navy’s U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations encompasses about 2.5 million square miles of ocean, and includes the Arabian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, Red Sea and parts of the Indian Ocean. This expanse, comprised of 20 countries, includes three critical choke points; the Strait of Hormuz, the Suez Canal and the Strait of Bab al Mandeb at the southern tip of Yemen.
Serving in the Navy means Pace Jr. is part of a world that is taking on new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
“I’m incredibly proud to serve with each of our Sailors, Coast Guardsmen and Marines forward-deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations,” said Rear Admiral Paul Schlise, deputy commander for NAVCENT/ U.S. 5th Fleet. “They represent the very best of our country and serve as volunteers in a complex and dynamic region that’s vital to our security. I am honored to work alongside these warriors.”
A key element of the Navy the nation needs is tied to the fact that America is a maritime nation, and that the nation’s prosperity is tied to the ability to operate freely on the world’s oceans. More than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered by water; 80 percent of the world’s population lives close to a coast; and 90 percent of all global trade by volume travels by sea.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community, and career, Pace Jr. is most proud of being advanced to Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) in 2013.
“With drive and determination no matter where you start you can achieve anything,” said Pace Jr.. “I came into the Navy at 23 years old in February 1993 as an undesignated fireman. I made it to Senior Chief Petty Officer at my 18 year mark, and then advanced to CWO. I went from an E-2 to a CWO3 in 23 years. My parents were very proud.”
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Pace Jr. and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes contributing the Navy the nation needs.
“I am proud to serve my country and hope that I am making my family proud,” said Pace Jr. “I met my wife in 1998 when we both served on USS Supply stationed in New Jersey. We have been together for over 20 years and have three wonderful children. She retired in 2017 after 27 years of service and I have four years left to make 30 years and retire.”
PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills Water Department is continuing its annual Hydrant Inspection & Flushing Program Crews during the early morning hours and conclude each day at noon.
The program is expected to run until May 27. This program is essential to maintaining the water system which involves us systematically opening fire hydrants to increase water flows, therefore allowing to flush any minerals and deposits from the water mains. While flushing the system won’t interrupt your water service, when crews are working in your neighborhood you may notice a temporary drop in your water pressure or discolored water. This is normal and is not a health hazard. If this occurs, simply let your cold water tap run until it is clear. Check for discolored water before using the washing machine or dishwasher.
If water pressure or water volume seems low after flushing has been completed, check your faucet screens for trapped particles. If you have any specific questions about the hydrant flushing in your area you may contact the Water Department at (973) 263-7099 Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
PARSIPPANY — Neil Katta, Grade 6, from Brooklawn Middle School was honored as Mayo Performing Arts Center’s April Music Students of the Month, prior to the Friday, April 19 performance by The Romeros.
There were also students from Mountain Lakes, Randolph and Morristown honored.
The students were recognized for their achievements on stage prior to the concert and had the opportunity to meet the performers.
Students were nominated by their teachers and were chosen by the Theatre’s Education Department based on their commitment to and excellence in the performing arts. The Theatre will honor a group of students every month throughout the season and invites area teachers to nominate students for this honor. Students will be invited to perform at a year-end recital in June.
The 2018-2019 Music Student of the Month program is supported by The Walter F. and Alice Gorham Foundation, Inc.
Music Students of the Month are:
Neil Katta
Grade 6, Brooklawn Middle School; Parsippany; Nominated by Joseph Stella
Neil is a talented musician in the 6th grade band at Brooklawn Middle School. During concert band he plays the alto saxophone, but in jazz band he is the guitarist. This is Neil’s first year in middle school and although he is relatively new to jazz, he is quickly showing off his guitar skills by navigating chords and melodies with ease. Aside from his musical talent, Neil is also a very mature, polite and respectful student.
Jared Hill: Grade 9, Mountain Lakes High School; Mountain Lakes; Nominated by Tom Matt Jardim Jared Hill has been involved in the guitar program since 4th grade. He has demonstrated an insatiable curiosity for learning the guitar in all its styles and techniques. As a student at the Wildwood Elementary School, he learned classical guitar technique and a good note reading foundation. At the Briarcliff Middle School, Jared continued his playing by being involved in our after school guitar club. As a freshman at Mountain Lakes High School, he is now enrolled in the guitar class elective and is clearly the most well-rounded and advanced player. He also volunteers to help the middle school guitar ensemble in an accompaniment role. The fact that Jared is the first person to be ready to play and the last person to leave demonstrates his love for the instrument and shows his desire to take maximum advantage of what my guitar program has to offer.
Ongshu Dutta
Grade 8, Randolph Middle School; Randolph; Nominated by Tom Davidson
Ongshu grew up surrounded by the arts, and he was inspired to begin to study music because of his family members knowing how to play a myriad of instruments. At age six, Ongshu started learning to play the piano. He was later inspired to study the guitar after listing to the song, “Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd. So at the age nine, alongside the piano, he began to study the guitar. Ongshu also performed in the talent show in 5th grade at Fernbrook Elementary School. In 6th grade, he was able to perform his dream song, “Wish You Were Here” and “Love Potion Number 9” by The Searchers at Saint Francis Residential Living in Denville. He also enjoys playing music by The Eagles and Ed Sheeran. Although Ongshu’s loves performing pop and rock music, he believes that the best part of his music career thus far was being accepted into the Randolph Middle School Jazz Ensemble in 6th grade because it gave him the chance to perform in a band and have fun with friends who had similar music interests. Being involved in the jazz ensemble has taught him many things that he could have not learned by himself.
Julia Landi
Grade 12, Morristown High School; Morristown; Nominated by David Gallagher
I have had the pleasure of working with Julia over the past 3 years. She has been a member of the marching band for 2 years playing guitar in the front ensemble and playing a crucial role in our jazz themed show. Julia is also a member of the Spectrum Jazz Band, the top jazz band at the high school that competes in festivals throughout the school year. Julia has been playing in the pit orchestras for the high school musical since her sophomore year as well. That year she even pulled double duty volunteering to play for the middle school production of Shrek as well. Other musicals have included Legally Blonde and The Addams Family, which have some truly unique and complicated guitar parts and Julia handled them like a rockstar, playing as if she was a professional in the pit.
Dominick Tucci
Grade 12, Randolph High School; Randolph; Nominated by Michael Lichtenfeld
During his time at Randolph High School, Dominick consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic and a dedication to success. His efforts have produced high quality results time and time again. Dominick demonstrates great integrity, enthusiasm, and energy as a student. He works diligently in his music courses to prepare himself for collegiate level classes and ensembles. His work is consistently through and punctual and he is also helpful with classmates. Dominick is a fine role model for other students and his philosophy of putting others first will serve him well as he begins the next step on what I’m sure will be a very successful journey. Many of his fellow students seek his advice and support and Dominick is always there for them. Dominick is also a very skilled guitar player and has successfully auditioned into and performed many concerts with our jazz program here at Randolph High School.
Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey. The 2018-2019 season is made possible, in part, by a grant the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as support received from the F.M. Kirby Foundation and numerous corporations, foundations and individuals. The Mayo Performing Arts Center has been designated a Major Presenting Organization by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. Mayo Performing Arts Center was named 2016 Outstanding Historic Theatre by the League of Historic American Theatres, and is ranked in the top 50 mid-sized performing arts centers by Pollstar Magazine.
Dear Editor:
This letter is a statement read at the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Meeting of April 16, 2019.
As outlined in a recent presentation by Ed Snieckus, Parsippany now has a plan for meeting its affordable housing obligation. The first project in the 8,000 plus affordable and market unit plan was the recently approved project at 1515 Route 10. Before the remainder of the projects get underway, it is important for the council to take steps to protect the taxpayers of Parsippany by making sure that the mistakes that were made on the 1515 project are not repeated.
Townships are at a distinct disadvantage when negotiating a PILOT (Payment in lieu of taxes) agreement. Every clause in the PILOT is drafted by the developer for the benefit of the developer. If you have any doubt of that, recall the instance where Parsippany wanted to include wording that would provide financial protection if educational costs exceeded predicted levels. That proposal was dismissed immediately by the simple statement that developers are unwilling to take on risks.
It is also important to understand that projects governed by PILOTs do not contribute to the ratables of a township. This characteristic has significant drawbacks for the taxpayer. For example,
• A township receives far less in taxes under a PILOT than it would receive under the standard taxation method involving ratables. In the case of the 1515 PILOT, that tax reduction is in the neighborhood of $2 million annually.
• Ratables decrease the tax rate for everyone. In contrast, PILOTs do not decrease the tax rate because they don’t count as ratables.
• None of the PILOT revenue is allocated to schools, the Open Space Fund, or interest and principal payments on bonds issued by the township.
• The affordable housing units associated with a PILOT expire after 30 years, whereas if the apartment complex was a conventionally taxed ratable, the affordable units would be permanent.
By the end of the public discussion on the project at 1515 Route 10, pitfalls such as the ones listed above were uncovered, and it became apparent that the taxpayers of Parsippany would take a financial beating if the agreement was approved. When the vote came up, every member of the council expressed their dislike for the PILOT. However, because of the affordable housing component of the project and the threat of a lawsuit from the developer, four of the five members reluctantly voted in favor of the agreement.
I’m sure that other developers have taken note of the highly favorable PILOT that was awarded to Stanbery, and will look to procure the same type of arrangement for their projects. Parsippany taxpayers need to be protected from developers looking to use a PILOT agreement as a weapon to maximize their profits, so the council must take steps now to ensure that such tax giveaways are never granted again. I am proposing that this can be accomplished by passing an ordinance that would prohibit the township of Parsippany from entering into a PILOT agreement with any project that contains residential units.
Bob Venezia
Parsippany
MORRIS COUNTY — Nine communication students from County College of Morris (CCM) recently travelled to Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia to take part in the Business of Sports Media and Marketing night, hosted by the Phillies and Temple University’s Fox School of Business.
The students’ participation in the event was part of CCM’s growing initiative to provide students with experiential learning opportunities, including networking and hands-on experiences, internships and apprenticeships.
The night began with a moderated question and answer session that featured executives from the Phillies, NBC Sports, NBC10 and Telemundo62. Phillies pitcher, David Robertson, also made an appearance to discuss his college and major league experience. The floor was then open to the audience, and two CCM students took the opportunity to ask questions.
After introducing himself, Christian Didea, of Chester, asked Robertson what his experience was like pitching for the Phillies after having played for the Yankees for six years. Didea was able to interview the pitcher in a professional setting, exercising the skills he has learned in class.
Lloyd Wilson, of East Orange, directed a question to the panel, asking for advice for aspiring sports commentators. After the session was over, Michael Harris, vice president of Marketing and New Media for the Phillies, talked with Wilson about Wilson’s CCM-sports talk show, “Lounging with Lloyd.” Harris then offered to watch the show and provide Wilson with some advice for future episodes.
“It was a huge honor to be a part of the Business of Sports Media and Marketing night,” Wilson said. “Being able to share my information with Mr. Harris was a moment I will never forget, and I plan on networking with the organization in the future.”
Seven of the students on the fieldtrip were part of CCM’s Sports Journalism course –anew communication class, taught by Professor John Soltes, that teaches students how to report, write and edit sports-centered journalism articles.
During the networking hour, students were also able to hold the Phillies 1980 and 2008 World Series trophies, take a picture with Gary “Sarge” Matthews – the 1983 National League Championship Series MVP and Phillies Ambassador – and meet with personnel from various departments such as those who spearhead the Phillies intern program. After the networking session was finished, the students were able to watch the Phillies play against the New York Mets.
The Sports Journalism course will be offered again during the 2019-2020 academic year. To learn more about the Communication Program at CCM by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY — Austin Thomas Whiteman, a 2018 Graduate of Mountain Lakes High School, has been named to the Dean’s List at Lafayette College in recognition of superior academic work during the Fall 2018 semester. In addition, Austin, has earned the AP Scholar with Distinction Award for achieving an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of three on five or more exams.
While attending Mountain Lakes High School, Austin graduated with honors and was a member of the National Honor Society and National Spanish Honor Society, Platinum Athletic Award Recipient for Participation in sports for all four years for all three seasons. He received the MLHS Basketball Coaches Award and was Captain of MLHS XC State Championship Team.
Austin is studying a double major in Mathematics and Economics and will graduate in three years (instead of 4) due to AP credits. He is the starting member of Lafayette Club Basketball Team and Leopard for a day Lunch Host Ambassador.
Lafayette College is a private liberal arts college based in Easton, Pennsylvania, with a campus in New York City, New York. Founded in 1826 by James Madison Porter and the citizens of Easton, the school first held classes in 1832.
PARSIPPANY — The Layups 4 Life organization will be hosting its’ 5th Annual 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament on Saturday, April 27, starting at 9:30 a.m., at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road. This is a fun event that helps raise funds for the fight against cancer.
It is open to teams of players ages 18 and up.
Since 2014 Layups 4 Life has raised over $76,000 for cancer research and clinical trials supporting one of the leaders in cancer research and innovation, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Led by cancer survivor Dan Exter and his wife, Dana Levine Exter, Layups 4 Life organizes one of the largest annual 3v3 charity basketball tournaments in New Jersey.
For more information on the tournament or to register your team, Click Here.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Retirees Education Association will hold its May meeting and luncheon on Wednesday, May 8 at The Birchwood Manor, 111 North Jefferson Road, Whippany.
The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. to be followed by the luncheon at noon.
The cost for members is $30.00 and guests is $35.00. The Association will also have elections for new officers at this meeting. Speaker will be Jamie Novak, author and humorist, to discuss downsizing.
Donations to the Interfaith Food Pantry, either food or monetary, will be collected at the meeting. For reservations call (973) 818-1353. For additional information click here.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County School of Technology’s Learning Center, located in Denville, has openings for preschool children to register for the morning session for the Fall 2019.
The morning program runs Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. School is in session from the end of September to the middle of June.The Learning Center is an on-site preschool program taught by students in the Academy for Education and Learning and supervised by two certified teachers. Lesson plans are developed using the New Jersey Department of Education’s Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards and address a plethora of topics, which infuse mathematics, literacy, language, social studies, and science concepts. Fine and gross motor skills are developed through a variety of daily activities.
Children must be three years old by October 1, 2019 and residents of Morris County. Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis. Tuition for the year is $1,425, which is broken into four equal payments. The first payment is non-refundable and due at the time of enrollment to secure a spot.
For more information on how to enroll a child in The Learning Center please call (973) 627-4600 ext. 276 and leave a message or click here. You can also download an application by clicking here.
The Morris County Vocational School District is a countywide public school district that provides vocational and technical education to public high school students in Morris County. This school prepares high school students for future careers, through its academy programs, each focusing on a particular trade as well as an advanced college preparatory program. Students apply to one of the 13 different academies in a process that starts with an application in 8th grade. The highly competitive process begins with a general admissions test and is followed by group interviews on an academy basis. The school has an overall acceptance rate of 30%.
The four-year academies focus on health-care science; visual and performing arts; education and learning; computer science; digital design; culinary arts; construction arts; finance and international business; animal science; math, science and engineering; law and public safety; and sports medicine. Several academies are located within area high schools and also partner with County College of Morris.
The school district also offers high school juniors entrance into the share-time and technical education programs, which allow students to attend their own high school for a half day. Students apply in 10th grade. Those programs include allied health; auto body and collision repair; auto service technology; carpentry; cosmetology; culinary arts and hospitality; cyber security and information protection; electrical trades; engineering, design and advanced manufacturing, fundamentals of building and grounds maintenance; fundamentals of food service; horticulture and landscape design; machining and welding technologies; and plumbing and pipe fitting.
PARSIPPANY — The Easter Bunny made a surprise visit to Parsippany by stopping in at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center on Saturday, April 13.
The Easter Bunny greeted and visited with children. Parents had the opportunity to take their child’s photo with the Easter Bunny and then the children received a coloring book, crayons, a chocolate bunny and assorted candy given out by Mayor Michael Soriano.
PARSIPPANY — Carol Tiesi, a member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, was elected Division 9 Lieutenant Governor on Tuesday, April 9 at the Division Board Meeting held at the Randolph Diner. Also, Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation President Frank Cahill was elected Lieutenant Governor Elect.
Tiesi will start serving her term as Lieutenant Governor on October 1, 2019. She will be sworn in as District 9 Lt. Governor at the annual Kiwanis District Convention held in late August at the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal. Cahill will shadow her term and then take over in October 2020.
Tiesi joined Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany in December 2009. She served as Vice President from 2012-2013, President from 2013-2014 and Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation President from 2014-2015.
“It will be an honor for me to serve District 9 as Lt. Governor for 2019-2020 and bring my Kiwanis experience and vision to all the clubs in the district,” said Tiesi.
She served on the Board of Directors since 2012 and is presently the chairperson of Community. She also is very involved with Breakfast with Santa at Parsippany Child Day Care Center, Parsippany Fall Festival and School Supply Collection for the Township of Parsippany. She is also a volunteer on the Grand Tasting, Touch-a-Truck and Prevent Child Abuse (Pinwheels for Prevention) committees. She is also the K-Kids Advisor for the past ten years at Littleton School and Captain of the Relay for Life of Morris County Kiwanis Team and Leadership Committee, 2016-2019.
She has been honored with the George F. Hixon Fellowship award in 2011 and was named Kiwanian of the Year in 2016.
Kiwanis Clubs in District 9 include Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, Boonton Kiwanis Club, Kiwanis Club of Morristown, Kiwanis Club of Randolph, Kiwanis Club of Bernardsville, Montville Kiwanis Club, Kiwanis Club of The Chathams, Kiwanis Club of Denville and Kiwanis Club of Somerset Hills.
Cahill who is currently the President of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation has served as Vice President (2015-2016), President-elect (2016-2017) and President (2017-2018). He has also chaired the Publicity/Website committee since 2014. Currently he handles the volunteers for cooking at Homeless Solutions. Cahill is one of the founding members of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, charted by Kiwanis International on February 1, 1992.
PARSIPPANY — On Monday, April 29 the Children’ Brain Tumor Family Foundation (CBTFF) and the Dance Academy of North Jersey (DANJ) are joining together to present an evening of song and dance to shine a light on the fight against pediatric brain tumors.
The Glimmer of Hope fundraiser will be held at the beautiful Bickford Theater in the Morris Museum, and will feature performances from a variety of talented singers and dancers from some of Broadway’s hottest shows, and premier dance companies in New York, New Jersey and beyond.
The current line-up includes:
Austen Bohmer – Currently appearing off-Broadway in Days of Rage
Scott Coulter – Long-time award-winning NYC Cabaret singer
Blair Goldberg – Kinky Boots, Annie Get Your Gun
The Jam Project – Award winning tap ensemble, seen last season on World of Dance
Blaine Krauss – Currently appearing in The Cher Show, previously in Kinky Boots
Jess LeProtto – Hello, Dolly!, Cats, Newsies, So You Think You Can Dance
Leo Manzari – Tap dancer, musician, actor – appeared on Homeland (Season 6)
Madison Moore – Former Miss Kansas Teen USA (2016)
Malerie Moore & Diego Garcia – appearing through the courtesy of The Milwaukee Ballet II
Kimber Sprawl – A Bronx Tale, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Jaclyn Walsh & Brandon Koepsell – alumni of the Walnut Hill School for the Arts
Aidan Wolf – Joffrey Ballet School
In addition, guests will be treated to award-winning performances from dancers with For Dancers Only from Little Falls, NJ, the MPAC Performing Arts Company of Morristown, the Montclair State University Department of Theater and Dance, and the DANJ.
The Emcee is Troy Moore, owner of MadiMali homes. Moore is a designer, actor, dancer and local celebrity from Kansas City who has been featured on HGTV and in multiple design publications.
Standard admission to this unique fundraising event is $50, with VIP tickets available for $125. VIP ticket purchases will include premium seat selection in the theater and a complimentary cocktail hour held at the Morris Museum provided by one of the event sponsors, Rails Steakhouse and executive chef Frank Falivene.
Brain tumors are the most common solid tumor found in children, and the most fatal. The Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation is committed to supporting research that will change those statistics. The CBTFF was founded in 2015 by families united in tragedy and heartbroken from the experience of watching their children and loved ones battle this devastating diagnosis. One of those founding members and the chairman of the Glimmer of Hope event is Brenda Ries from TEAMSean.
TEAMSean was formed in 2012, as friends and family came together to support Sean Ries of Parsippany, New Jersey who was born on Valentine’s Day, 2007 and was diagnosed a week before his 5th birthday on February 6th, 2012, with a large dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumor (DNET) in the left side of his brain. The next day he underwent the first of three brain surgeries he would have that year. In 2017, he faced a relapse of his tumor.
Now, in 2019, seven years, four brain surgeries and 30 rounds of radiation later, Sean is in the middle of his sixth-grade year at Brooklawn Middle School in Parsippany and while his remaining tumor is stable, he and his family continue to wage war against his diagnosis and work hard to support the research.
“We are thrilled and honored to have so many incredibly talented professionals take to the stage to help us raise awareness and support the tremendous research underway at the Children’s Brain Tumor Project” said Brenda Ries, TEAMSean, co-founder and treasurer of the CBTFF, “Not only is this guaranteed to be a breathtaking evening of song and dance, but it gives us all a glimmer of hope that we can get the support we need to find a cure for the children and families who receive the heartbreaking diagnosis of an inoperable brain tumor.”
The VIP cocktail hour starts at 6:00 p.m. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and the performance will begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. Click here to purchase tickets. Please contact Brenda@cbtff.org if you are interested in being a sponsor or have questions.
The Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation is a volunteer led 501(c)3 led by families impacted by pediatric brain tumors. The organization is dedicated to raising funds for the Children’s Brain Tumor Project which is a research effort at the Weill Cornell Pediatric Brain and Spine Center, co-directed by Dr. Mark Souweidane and Dr. Jeffrey Greenfield. The project is “powered by families” and significantly funded through donations made by the families, friends, and supporters of the children, teens and young adults who confront the heartbreaking diagnoses of rare and inoperable pediatric brain tumors.
The Dance Academy of NJ (DANJ) offers classes and programs for children starting at the age of two years and progressing through adulthood. Students may take one class per week, participate in a full curriculum, earn a spot on the competition team, or focus on preparing for university/conservatory programs or professional positions in dance companies and/or theater. Jason Luks, Artistic Director, leads an incredible team of dance educators from some of the most prestigious university-based and conservatory dance programs including NYU’s Tisch School of Arts, The Juilliard School, Ailey, Marymount Manhattan, UNC School of the Arts, the Broadway Dance Center and Steps. Many of them are also members of highly esteemed dance companies such as Keigwin + Co, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, The Phoenix Project Dance, Pilobolus, The Difference Between, Mark Morris, and others.
PARSIPPANY — On Wednesday, April 16, at approximately 5:30 p.m. the Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department, Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company District 3 and Cedar Knolls Fire Department were dispatched to Harry & Judy Drive for a possible structure fire on the second floor.
Upon arrival, Parsippany Police Department confirmed a moderate smoke condition and began to evacuate the building. Boonton Fire Department was requested for the RIC as a precaution.
The resident of a second floor unit had a grease fire on the stove and and in the oven causing smoke to fill the second floor. The Boonton Fire Department was canceled and multiple PPV BlowHard Fans were used to clear the smoke.
Par-Troy Emergency Medical Services also arrived at the scene.
HANOVER — Hanover Realty has applied to Hanover Township to construct a new Panera Bread in the Wegmans Shopping Center on Sylvan Road. The new Panera Bread will be located in front of the 24 Hour Fitness which will be holding its grand opening late June.
Panera Bread Company is an American chain store of bakery-café fast casual restaurants with over 2,000 locations, all of which are in the United States and Canada. Its headquarters are located in Sunset Hills, Missouri.
Panera Bread has locations in East Hanover, Denville, Florham Park and Parsippany.
For more information on Panera Bread, click here.
MORRIS PLAINS — The area’s “First Watch” is preparing to open soon in the Briarwood Commons, 1711 Route 10 East, Morris Plains. They will be joining Chick-fil-a which is also under construction and is expected to open in the Summer.
The closest First Watch is located at 1235 West Chestnut Street, Union. There is also another New Jersey location at 1012 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill.
Some of the delicious items on their menu include Avocado Toast, Power Wraps, BLT Benedict, Bacado Omelet, Frittata Rustica, Asian Pork Belly Breakfast Bowl, Mediterranean “Baked” Eggs, Lemon Ricotta Pancake, Floridian French Toast as well as the traditional “two fresh cage-free eggs any style with your choice of bacon, smoked ham, savory chicken sausage patties, turkey or pork sausage links. Served with whole grain artisan toast, all-natural house preserves and fresh, seasoned potatoes. Substitute Udi’s Gluten Free toast at no additional charge.”
Other stores in Briarwood Commons include Kohls, Harmon Face Values, Pro-Haircutters, Massage Envy, GameStop, Village Spa, Terry’s Pet Depot, Chipotle Mexican Grill, GNC, Wells Fargo, Mattress Firm and Verizon Wireless.
Briarwood Commons has four spaces available: 40,239 square feet, 5,547 square feet, 8,368 square feet and 4,000 square feet. The shopping center is in the process of completing a complete remodeling.
First Watch opened as a daytime café in 1983 – a first-of-its-kind restaurant serving breakfast, brunch and lunch only. The idea was that they would focus on daytime dining, work to perfect it, without trying to moonlight as a dinner place. That’s right… For our staff, that meant no night shifts. Ever. They could leave work in time to pick up the kids from school, play a round of golf, get homework done, or simply enjoy the afternoon. That philosophy still exists in their restaurants today!
First Watch was awarded the 2018 Business Intelligence Group Best Places to Work Award. The 2018 Best Places to Work identifies the organizations doing all they can to improve performance by challenging their employees in an environment that makes work fun and engaging. The Business Intelligence Group honors those companies who help their employees accelerate their careers, knowledge and performance. Come join our team and see what all the fuss is about!
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MORRIS COUNTY —Residents in many areas of Morris County, and throughout Northwest Jersey, may encounter black bears in the coming days as the bears begin emerging from winter dens and searching for food.
Black bears have been sighted in all of New Jersey’s 21 counties, but the population is densest in the northwestern counties of Sussex, Warren, Passaic and Morris.
Black bears are not true hibernators. They are emerging from their dens after a period of winter dormancy known as torpor, during which they may lose up to 20 percent of their body weight. They need to restore this weight for the mating season, which begins in late May and continues well into summer.
One of their primary natural food sources in spring is skunk cabbage, a leafy plant that grows along edges of rivers and streams and other wetlands. Grasses, forbs, tubers, bulbs and insects are other natural food sources. Bears may also feed on carrion.
Bears have an acute sense of smell and can detect scents across great distances, making it critical to prevent bears from being attracted to other food sources around properties, such as trash, food residue on grills, bird seed and pet food.
“Bears are by nature wary of people, however, animals attracted to neighborhoods may learn to associate people with food,” said Division of Fish and Wildlife Acting Director Dave Golden. “When bears make that connection they may become aggressive, cause property damage or seek handouts from people.”
It is important to note that intentional feeding of a bear is dangerous, illegal and carries a fine of up to $1,000.
The DEP’s Division of Fish and Wildlife offers these tips to minimize encounters with bears:
Install electric fencing to protect crops, beehives and livestock.Morris Residents: Black Bears Leaving Winter Dens in Search of Food
If you encounter a black bear in your neighborhood or outdoors while hiking, fishing or camping, follow these tips:
People should leave the area and allow the bear to continue on its way. When frightened, bears may seek refuge by climbing trees. If the bear does go up a tree, clear the area and give the bear time to climb down and escape.
Report bear damage, nuisance behavior or aggressive bears to the Wildlife Control Unit of the DEP’s Division of Fish and Wildlife at (908) 735-8793. During evenings and weekends, residents should call their local police department or the DEP Hotline at 1-877-WARN-DEP (1-877-927-6337).
The Division of Fish and Wildlife offers public education programs about how to safely coexist with black bears and minimize negative interactions with them. Presentations to school children, civic organizations, communities and other groups are available free of charge by calling biologist Michelle Smith at (609) 259-6961 or emailing Michelle.Smith@dep.nj.gov.
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PARSIPPANY — Over 1,800 Easter eggs were hidden on the property of St. Andrew Lutheran Church. Children of all ages had fun finding the eggs. Eggs were filled with surprises for children of all ages
The very successful event was coordinated by Tina and Mark Levorse, and donations for the eggs came from all the parishioners.
Saint Andrew Evangelical Lutheran Church is an inter-generational and inclusive congregation which is mission-driven, Christ-minded and open to new ideas. They are a fun mix of ages, characters, individuals, families, orientations, vocations, abilities and callings.
Saint Andrew is a joyful place with a heart for mission to people in need … locally, nationally and globally. Saint Andrew is a welcoming place where being there is more important than what you wear; and where you’re going is more important than where you’ve been.
St. Andrew Lutheran Church is located at 335 Reynolds Avenue. For more information, click here
PARSIPPANY — Delaware Valley University is proud to announce that Juliet Campbell enrolled for the fall 2019 semester. The University looks forward to welcoming Juliet Campbell to campus this fall!
Delaware Valley University is an independent, comprehensive university with more than 1,000 acres in Bucks and Montgomery counties. Founded in 1896, DelVal emphasizes experiential and interdisciplinary learning and provides small class sizes where students learn on a first-name basis.
Through the innovative Experience360 Program, all DelVal students gain real-world experience in their fields. Located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, DelVal combines the comfort of small-town living with the excitement of big-city access.
DelVal offers more than 25 undergraduate majors in the sciences, humanities, and business, seven master’s programs, a doctoral degree in education and a variety of adult education courses. The University’s vision is to be the leader in experiential education, empowering all learners to transform the world. Learn more click here.
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