MORRIS COUNTY— Many dozens of county residents in need attended the annual Project Homeless Connect event today in Morristown, where they participated in the consumer-focused, one-stop event designed to provide an array of resources and support to those experiencing homelessness in our Morris County community.
Morris County Freeholder Kathy DeFillippo and Sheriff James M. Gannon offered words of welcome and support to the residents and the dozens of volunteers who gathered on a very rainy morning at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Morristown.
Freeholder Kathy DeFillippo addresses the Project Homeless Connect gathering
They were joined by county residents Deana Moscatello and Anthony Justo, who offered powerful and moving, first-hand stories about their personal ordeals with homelessness.
“Homelessness in our county affects people from every walk of life. Most have multiple disabilities, including mental illness, substance use disorders or other chronic health conditions,’’ said Freeholder DeFillippo. “Homelessness affects our neighbors, our children, our veterans, and our families.
Anthony Justo gives his first-person account of dealing with adversity
“That is why it is essential to provide this special day, today, when anyone struggling with homelessness can come and receive help and hope,’’ she added.
More than 40 community-based service providers participated in the event, providing resources free of charge to all who attended, including mental health information, substance abuse treatment, health screenings, housing information and veteran’s resources.
“Project Homeless Connect is a county-wide partnership designed to provide some of our community’s most adversely affected individuals with resources, referrals and support,” said Bob Davison, Chief Executive Officer of the Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris, the lead agency coordinating the event.
“It is important for people facing such basic challenges as not having a roof over your head or knowing where your next meal is going to come from to be welcomed and treated with dignity and respect,” he added.
Project Homeless Connect began in 2004, when the city of San Francisco organized a special day dedicated to providing necessary services to the homeless. The Morris County Project Homeless Connect event began in 2008 under the leadership of the Mental Health Association and typically serves about 200 people each year.
Agencies, through donations collected throughout the year, gave out clothing, coats, hygiene products, backpacks, gift cards, food and more. They also offered free medical services, including free flu shots and health screenings for homeless residents.
Deana Moscatello told her personal story, as Freeholder Kathy DeFillippo applauds in the background
“We may not be able to provide each of our attendees with an immediate solution to their problems, but we can let them know that Morris County is a community with a myriad of available resources and compassionate service providers who are there to assist them, not just on Project Homeless Connect Day, but throughout the year,” Davison said.
PARSIPPANY —Breaking news: Route 80 Mile Marker 44.8 near Smith Field. Motor vehicle accident involving a Adirondack Trailways bus carrying 35 people. I-80 partially closed both directions.
Multi ejections| Driver Heavily entrapped| Requesting medevac|
One death, 2 critical and multiple injuries. Reports 35 people on bus. Reports of 18 people transported to Morristown Memorial Hospital. PAL is being used by emergency personnel
The bus was DEFINITELY NOT a NJ TRANSIT or LAKELAND BUS. Unconfirmed reports state the bus was operated by Adirondack Trailways.
As details are released Parsippany Focus will update story.
PARSIPPANY — In celebration of 11 years in business the Wellness Gala will host a free event on Sunday March 10, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Parsippany Sheraton Hotel, 199 Smith Road.
The Wellness Gala is hosting a free event to help demonstrate the benefits and effectiveness of holistic healing, health and healing modalities to the community. “We are offering this event as a free service to the public as a thank you for supporting the Wellness Gala for the past 11 years. The Wellness Gala, has been able to host over 500 events nationwide, with the generous support of the wellness community”, says Founder & CEO, Debbie Peterson. My hope is that the community will come out and support the numerous practitioners and learn about the various holistic modalities that are available to everyone. This will be a memorable event that will not leave anyone disappointed.”
The event is free to all attendees and includes: Speaker sessions, Unlimited mini-sessions with experts in the fields of Health, Beauty, & Wellness, Hors d’oeuvres and Live Music! Cash Bar Available.
Special guest appearance by Shira, NY Times renowned medium, pet communicator and author.
Due to limited space, organizers are asking that you RSVP by clicking here. For more information please call (973) 713-6811.
PARSIPPANY — Students from Central Middle School participated in the school-level competition of the National Geographic GeoBee on January 23.
Brandon Cukrow an eighth grade student, won first place, and Aditya Vemuri, a seventh grade student, winning second place. The school-level competition is the first round in the annual National Geographic GeoBee, a geography competition designed to inspire and reward students’ curiosity about the world. The Moderator of the Geography Bee at Central Middle School was 8th grade social studies teacher Lara Olarte and the event was organized by 7th grade social studies teachers Lauren Hosonitz and Casey Maass.
Questions cover not only geography, but also cultures, physical features, history and earth science. The National Geographic Society developed the GeoBee in 1989 in response to concern about the lack of geographic knowledge among young people in the United States. Over more than three decades, 120 million students have learned about the world through participation in the GeoBee. School champions, including Brandon Cuckrow will take an online qualifying test; up to 100 of the top test scorers in each state then become eligible to compete in their State GeoBee.
The winners of the State GeoBees receive an all-expenses-paid trip to National Geographic Society headquarters in Washington, D.C., next May to participate in the GeoBee national championship, competing for cash prizes, scholarships and an all-expenses-paid Lindblad expedition to the Galápagos Islands aboard the National Geographic Endeavour ll.
PARSIPPANY — Hi there! My name is Lambchop, but everyone calls me Lambie. I am 17 years young and a purebred Bichon Frise. I am soft and gentle like a Lamb, hence my name.
I am very sweet and loving. I will give you my heart and soul in exchange for a few pets. I never ask for much besides your affection. What more could a girl want?
I adore children and seniors, and everyone in between! I hate to brag but I am extremely well-behaved and a perfect companion! I am housebroken and walk great on a leash.
I am very laid back and easy going. My favorite hobbies include laying next to you on the couch and taking naps in my bed.
I can’t wait to find my forever home where I can live out the rest of my golden years!
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PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Public Library Children’s Department is hoping to receive donations for items that would enhance the department. Check out the mittens on display, created by our teen volunteers in the children’s room to see what we need/want! Bring home a mitten, purchase the item on the selected mitten and bring back the mitten with your item. We greatly appreciate it.
PARSIPPANY — The wall surrounding Waterview Marketplace collapsed this morning due to the heavy rainfall.
Waterview Marketplace is located at the intersection of Route 46 and Waterview Boulevard, across the street from Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department.
The right lane of Route 46 West at Waterview Blvd. is currently closed due to a partial collapse of the retaining wall adjacent to the roadway. We currently do not have a time frame on when the lane will reopen.
Parsippany Township Engineering personnel are currently on scene evaluating the situation.
According to RD Realty all stores are looking to open in the summer of 2019.
Whole Foods, Shake Shack, Ulta Beauty, Orangetheory, Homesense, The Paper Store, B.Good, DSW and MedFirst are tenants that signed leases in the new shopping plaza.
As details are released Parsippany Focus will update this article.
PARSIPPANY — In December, after working tediously for three years and waiting six long months for the final results, Mrs. Joanne Hirsch, teacher of English at Central Middle School and a 40 year veteran of the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District, received the news that she was waiting and hoping for. It was in an email, splashed across the screen, “Congratulations! You are a National Board Certified Teacher!”
Joanne with Mark Gray
National Board Certification is the highest award in the nation intended to recognize excellence in teaching and is regarded as the “gold standard” in teacher certification. There are four components that are required addressing 1) content knowledge; 2) differentiation in instruction; 3) teaching practice and learning environment; and 4) effective and reflective practitioner, all of which must be attempted within three years. If a candidate does not pass one or more of the components, he/she has a total of two additional years within which to complete the process. The four components include an online exam with both multiple choice and written response elements to assess the teacher’s content knowledge, video tapings of students in the classroom engaged in the learning process, analysis of student growth and progress through various writing assignments and assessments, evidence of instructional strategies which include best practice teaching methods along with differentiation techniques and their impact on student learning and achievement, and finally, self reflection on one’s teaching practices. All submissions must be uploaded to the National Board website and submitted by a specific due date in May and scores are not posted until December of each year. Candidates are all scored anonymously by the National Board which includes highly trained professionals, many of whom are National Board certified teachers.
At a recent faculty meeting, one of Mrs. Hirsch’s colleagues, Sarah Hare, honored her with a beautiful tribute in which she stated, “…besides Mrs. Hirsch’s superb work ethic, immediate feedback to students on their written work, deep respect and calmness in responding to and interacting with her students, she is one of those talented teachers who simultaneously finds ways to make work seem like fun, actually makes it fun, while maintaining the highest of expectations.”
Mrs. Hirsch started in 1979 at Parsippany Hills High School where she worked for over twenty five years. She has also worked at Parsippany High School, and for the last decade or so at Central Middle School. Her various roles throughout her time in this district have included advisor for the PHHS literary magazine, assistant director of PHHS school productions, advisor for the PHS Voice of Democracy speech competition during which several students placed first in the county, coordinator of the CMS school wide spelling bee, and recipient of several grants. In addition, in 2015, one of Mrs. Hirsch’s students won first place in a nationwide writing contest sponsored by Ringling College of Art and Design which awarded both her and her student a substantial prize.
When asked why she would choose to pursue the challenge of National Board Certification so late in her career, Mrs. Hirsch responded, “I didn’t do it for any accolades. I did it solely for myself as affirmation of my vast content knowledge and pedagogical techniques, my veritable commitment to students to strive for academic excellence, and most importantly, my infinite love of teaching.”
In New Jersey, only .25% of teachers hold this certification and less than 3% in the nation. Mrs. Hirsch is the only teacher in the entire district who holds this certification.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School has just kicked off another year of DECA, a student business competition that creates professional business development through role-play and test based events.
Parsippany Hills has a long lasting pattern of success in DECA. Each of the last two years, dozens of Par Hills students have qualified to compete in the New Jersey DECA State Career Development Conference after performing well at the regional level. Each of those two years, seven students from the school have also advanced to the International Career Development Conference, where they competed against other highly skilled students from across the globe.
With a new chapter leadership team and several excited first-year members, Parsippany Hills DECA looks to continue this success in the 2018-19 school year. The club currently holds roughly 45 members and is led by the leadership team of:
Meagan Bostek (12th) – President
Tirth Patel (12th) – President
Aryam Padhiar (12th) – Vice President of Leadership
Winnie Shin (12th) – Vice President of Hospitality
Maddie Cantrell (12th) – Vice President of Marketing
As the club continues to work towards a successful and progressive outcome this year, please support the students by coming out to the various DECA fundraisers throughout the year, and by following the club on its social media at @parhillsDECA on Instagram. Go vikings!
PARSIPPANY — One of the Seven Grand Initiatives of the 2018-2020 General Federation of Women’s Clubs Administration is for 1000 Clubs to do a service project on Martin Luther King Day, January 21. With so much in the news about human trafficking the Parsippany Woman’s Club decided to help with the S.O.A.P. (Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution) Project. After purchasing a case of 1,000 bars of soap, members of the club got together and put “hotline” labels on each bar of soap. The soap was then given to a representative from a local group that collaborates with the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking (NJCAHT) for distribution to area hotels.
WCPTH Club members hard at work from lower left: Lois Preis White, Diana Freidinger, Janet Reilly, Teri Wohld, Betty Lagitch and Cathy Cerbo
S.O.A.P. stands for “Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution” and is a hands-on outreach to fight sex trafficking at large events and in communities.
S.O.A.P. was founded by author, advocate and survivor, Theresa Flores. On her worst night, after being auctioned off to nearly two dozen men in a dingy, dirty, inner city Detroit motel, Theresa recalled the only item that would have reached out to her, a bar of soap. With that in mind, she created S.O.A.P. — Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution — to help reach out to other victims.
Click here to learn more about S.O.A.P and how you can help
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of NJSFWC, which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service. General Meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month from September to April at 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery, 100 Centerton Drive. For more information call Marilyn at (973) 539-3703, e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com or click here for their website.
WCPTH Club Member Marilyn Marion. Photos courtesy of Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy HillsWCPTH Co-President Joan Garbarino, CAN Representative Rev Mandy Bristol-Leverett and WCPTH Co-President Diana Freidinger “delivering the soap” Photos courtesy of Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano will be delivering a State of the Township Address for 2019 on Thursday, January 24 starting at 8:00 p.m.
The State of the Township will be held at Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.
If you have any questions, please call the Mayor’s Action Center (973) 263-4262.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High and Parsippany Hills seniors are encouraged to apply for the $1,000 scholarships open to both male and female students. Multiple scholarships will be awarded. Apply through your school’s Guidance Department and follow their timeline and procedures. The scholarship application is also available on the club’s website by clicking here.
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of NJSFWC, which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service. General Meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month September through April at 7:00 p.m. at Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery, 100 Centerton Drive. For more information call Marilyn at (973) 539-3703, e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com www.parsippanywomansclub.org or click here for their website.
MORRIS COUNTY – The Morris County Vocational School District in partnership with County College of Morris (CCM) is offering two new Share Time programs, Culinary Arts & Hospitality, and Horticulture & Landscape Design, for Morris County high school students. These programs will provide students the opportunity to prepare for careers in these fields of study.
Culinary Arts & Hospitality is designed for students with an interest in the hospitality industry and in the preparation, cooking and presentation of food, usually in the form of meals. Students will learn through college-level work and hand-on activities. The courses will provide a solid foundation of knowledge for the Restaurant and Culinary industries and a good understanding of management principles that will lead to a more successful career. These studies may eventually take students into diverse fields such as hotels, restaurants, cruise ships, amusement parks, destination marketing, convention centers, country clubs, travel, tourism, event planning and other related industries that practice hospitality principles on a regular basis.
Horticulture & Landscape Design is a program for students interested in the green industry. This program has a strong foundation in plant and soil science partnered with rigorous hands-on training in landscape design, construction, maintenance and greenhouse production techniques. Students will complete projects using the greenhouses on CCM’s campus, the plant preparation laboratory, the landscape design studio, the computer laboratory and the horticultural shop. Studies will prepare students for many opportunities for rewarding and high-paying careers, such as a Landscape Designer, Landscape Contractor, Greenhouse and Nursery Manager, Sports Field Manager, Golf Course Superintendent, among others.
“Utilizing cutting edge technologies, in state-of-the-art facilities at CCM, students will be prepared for careers in growing industries, said Shari Castelli, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction at the Morris County Vocational School District.
Upon completion of the two-year program, students will earn over 30 credits from CCM and may also earn Certificates within the programs. Students may then enroll for CCM’s Associates Degree, pursue workforce placement or transfer with advanced standing to a four-year college or university.
“We’re delighted to offer Morris County high school students these fast-track programs to prepare them for careers in the rapidly expanding fields of Culinary Arts and Hospitality and Horticulture and Landscape Design,” said Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, President of CCM..
Students in tenth grade may apply via online application by clicking here, click Share Time Programs. The application deadline is March 29.
Share Time programs are half-day sessions providing juniors and seniors in high school the opportunity to receive daily career and technical education training as part of their school program. Horticulture & Landscape Design is currently planned for the morning session and Culinary Arts & Hospitality will be during the afternoon session. Both programs will be held at CCM in Randolph.
For additional information, call the Morris County School of Technology at (973) 627-4600 ext. 277.
PARSIPPANY — Bright Horizons at Parsippany will be holding a Mitten Drive in an effort to collect new mittens or gloves for the less fortunate children in the surrounding areas.
If you would like to contribute, please stop by and drop off donations to the main office. Together we can make a difference. They will be collecting mittens until Friday, January 25.
PARSIPPANY — Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad installed the 2019 officers at a dinner held at The Mansion, Mountain Lakes, on Saturday, January 19.
Lauryn Nolan was sworn in as President; Matt Nicosia as Vice President; Martin Elliott, Chief; Shaun Wellman, Deputy Chief; Gary Razen, Recording Secretary; Sandra Talmadge as Corresponding Secretary and Chris Brown as Secretary.
Amber O’Neil received a plaque for ten years of devoted service and loyal support to Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad from President Chris BrownBob Heinzerling received a plaque for thirty years of devoted service and loyal support to Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad from President Chris BrownMartin Ellicott received the “Bob Deckenback Award” from President Chris Brown. The Bob Deckenback Award, named after Bob Deckenback, (Deceased member) who gave his life towards anything with helping others. The award was created a few years prior to his passing so he could see people that were earning this award named after him.
Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad is located at 25 Crescent Drive. In order to better serve the needs of the rapidly expanding community The Rockaway Neck Fire Department (Parsippany Fire District 5 today) was established the Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad in 1952.
The original ambulance building was located at 119 Old Bloomfield Avenue but was moved to its current location in May of 1972.
Since 1952 the Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad has provided emergency medical services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to the areas of Eastern Parsippany and Lake Hiawatha. Ambulances are staffed with New Jersey State certified EMTs and Certified Emergency Vehicle Operators.
100% of our members are Volunteers representing the true spirit of the community.
Rockaway Neck First Aid SquadRockaway Neck First Aid Squad Members Justin Bermudez and Kirk FellerParsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano and Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad President Chris BrownParsippany Rescue and Recovery Deputy Chief Paul Anderson and his wife, EliseParsippany-Troy Hills Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani and her husband AdamParsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Michael dePierro and his wife, DeloresRockaway Neck First Aid Squad celebration cake
PARSIPPANY — At it’s annual Reorganization meeting held on Saturday, January 12 at Birchwood Manor, of Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance, Mayor Michael Soriano swore in the following officers: President, Jennifer Thurkauf; Sgt. Earl Kinsey, EMS Liaison and Trustee; Chief Jennifer Sikora and Vice President Melinda Ernst.
Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance has been serving the community since 1942. They are your “Neighbors helping Neighbors”.
Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance does not bill for their services and all of the members are volunteer. Their only source of income is their fund drive, and a small quarterly stipend from the Township. Some of their average yearly costs are Medical Supplies: $23,000; Vehicle Fuel: $13,000; Vehicle Repairs: $25,000; and Building Utilities: $14,000.
Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance Squad
Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance has a very active Junior Squad, who are between the ages of 16 and 17 who work with the members over age 18 to gain experience in the field of Emergency Medical Services. If you ever have any questions about anything pertaining to the squad, its members or the services we provided, please call the business number (973) 887-3003, Monday through Friday 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Leave a message if no one answers on extension 10, with your name, phone number and the reason for your call.
PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Honored four individuals at its Annual Holiday Party held at Hanover Manor on Tuesday, January 8.
Past President Frank Cahill was honored with “Kiwanian of the Year,” Nicolas Limanov and Bonnie Sturm was honored with George F. Hixson Fellowship and Gordon Meth received the Tablet of Honor.
Frank Cahill receiving the Kiwanian of the Year award from Connie Keller and President Karen DeChristopher
Connie Keller, and last years Kiwanian of the Year, presented Frank Cahill, with the 2018 Kiwanian of the Year Award. Keller said “This year’s Kiwanian of the Year is being recognized for making significant contributions to our Club last year. Under this person’s guidance our club significantly increased its membership last year, earning us the #2 spot in the State for fastest growing club. He attended every project we had and participated in every fundraiser. He gives our club great publicity and advertising. And because of him and his dedication to our club, Parsippany knows what a “Kiwanis” is. I am proud to award this year’s Kiwanian of the Year to Frank Cahill.”
Kiwanis member Nicolas Limanov receiving the George F. Hixson award from President Karen DeChristopher and President-elect Susan Elbin
In 1983, the Kiwanis Children’s Fund established the George F. Hixson Fellowship. Named for Kiwanis International’s first president, Hixon Fellowships. It’s a way of recognizing people who have contributed significantly to Kiwanis’ history of generosity. In fact, clubs and Kiwanians often give in honor of another person or organization – recognizing others’ help and commitment with a Hixon Fellowship.
For the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, we award the Hixon to a person(s) who have contributed to the betterment of the club and made significant contributions to the club and community. This year, the Hixon Award goes to two very special people.
Nick was supported by many guests at the event
Susan Elbin said “This Kiwanian has been an active member in our club for the past four years. Starting out by volunteering regularly for Homeless Solutions, he quickly jumped in with both feet into many of the other service projects the club performs. Without having prior experience in leading a large fundraising event, this Kiwanian stepped up two years ago to chair the Touch-A-Truck committee. His first year he was mentored by club members – especial Bob Keller. Last year, he began putting his own touches on the event — adding the landing of State Police Helicopter, the K-9 dogs, and Picatinny Arsenal. He worked with Frank Cahill to get local businesses like IHOP and Lake Hiawatha Dairy to donate promotional items to prepare a “giveaway” package upon leaving the event. He is already wheeling and dealing for 2019. He is also involved in non-Kiwanian, community activities such as being a First Responder, a FAA drone Pilot for the Parsippany Office of Emergency Management and working for several townships in Public Safety Telecommunications. He is a Board Member in both the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce and Wise Animal Rescue. This Kiwanian, at the age of 23, is credited for saving two lives, one from a car fire and the choking victim. He is also co-chair of the Young Children Priority One committee, the youngest member of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany – helping to keep up all young! Thank you and congratulations to Nicolas Limanov.”
Ron Orthwein, Karen DeChristopher, Bonnie Sturm, Davey Willans and Betty Polen
The second George F. Hixson Fellowship was presented by Kiwanis Member Betty Polen. Some Kiwanis Clubs give to honor a non-Club person or organization to recognize their commitment to helping their community. Until now, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany has never done that. However, with the second Hixon, we are presenting just that.
Betty said “This individual has been active with one of the Sponsored Youth Clubs, now called Youth Leadership Clubs, sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, for over twenty years. Many of our Club’s members have had the opportunity to work with this individual on several projects and have witnessed a wonderful interaction with Club officers, general club members and the New Jersey District Board. This individual believes in leading by example and makes it very clear to all of the club members that they are part of a service club, not a social club. Every Club member is required to sign a service agreement that defines the rules that they must follow to remain a club member in good standing as well as a commitment to complete a certain number of service hours during each marking period. The members of this Youth Leadership Club, known as “Key Club” are always to volunteer for anything and everything when they are asked to help, whether it be to support their local Kiwanis Club of the Township in general. She is a tremendous supporter of the New JErsey District of Key Club. Every year she brings as many Key Clubbers as possible to Fall Rally at Six Flags Great Adventure. Her Club always brings a large donation of school supplies or food donations or whatever is requested for that year to support the District Project. During the years that the Eliminate Project was the Kiwanis and Key Club International’s Project, her Key club raised oer $10,000. Please join me in congratulating Bonnie Sturm on becoming a George F. Hixson Fellowship award recipient.
Parsippany Hills High School teacher Bonnie Sturm hugs Betty Polen upon accepting the George F. Hixson Fellowship
The Tablet of Honor was presented to Gordon Meth by Ron Orthwein.
The Tablet of Honor is one of the highest awards bestowed upon an individual from the Kiwanis International Foundation. Along with their plaque, each recipient’s name also appears on a Tablet of Honor accolade in the lobby of the Kiwanis International office in Indianapolis. The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany has honored eight people for their hard work and dedication to the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. The eight current honorees are Harold Gantert (deceased), Karen Gajewski, Michael Mulhaul, Bob Keller, Joyce Garrow, Steve Dickens, Dr. Joseph Weisberg and Ron Orthwein.
The criteria for the Tablet of Honor are the same as the criteria for the George F. Hixson Fellowship with one notable exception, the recipient must have worked every year in the club in all areas of the Hixon criteria for a minimum of ten years.
Ron Orthwein, Karen DeChristopher and Gordon Meth
Orthwein said “I have known this individual for the past 13 years and I can attest to the fact that he meets all of the criteria for this award. It is difficult if not impossible to review this individual’s accomplishments without immediately giving away his identity so instead I will just go through his Kiwanis Resume with you.
Past President Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany and Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation
Past Lieutenant Governor Division 9 New Jersey District of Kiwanis International (Twice)
Past Governor New Jersey District of Kiwanis International
Current Financial Counselor New Jersey District of Key Club International
Current Governor Elect New Jersey District of Kiwanis International
Current President Kiwanis Club of South Orange-Maplewood
Coach for the newly formed Kiwanis Club of Clifton
“I have the pleasure of awarding Gordon Meth with this such high honor,” continued Orthwein.
For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, click here.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany has honored eight individuals with the Tablet of Honor
PARSIPPANY — Kaufman, Semeraro & Leibman, LLP is happy to announce that they successfully represented two governmental employees in a hostile work environment/discrimination/retaliation lawsuit which settled under terms of confidentiality, for $1,750,000.00.
The claim involved allegations that a manager discriminated against the employees due to one employee’s immigration status and due to the other having children out of wedlock. It was alleged that the employees were verbally abused over a three year period and ultimately retaliated against when they reported the abuse to upper management.
After extensive discovery including evidential hearings and the deposition of 12 past and current employees, the employer agreed to settle without any admission of liability and under the condition of anonymity and confidentiality.
If you or anyone you know has been the victim of a hostile work environment, discrimination, harassment, retaliation or wrongful termination, please contact Kaufman, Semeraro & Leibman, LLP.
Kaufman, Semeraro & Leibman has a Parsippany office located at 90 East Halsey Road and can be reached by calling (973) 585-6254.
PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation donated $7,500 to Camp Nejeda at its annual Holiday and Awards Dinner held at Hanover Manor on Tuesday, January 8.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation President Frank Cahill, and Kiwanis Member/Wine Tasting Chairman Michael Mulhual presented the check to Jennifer Passerini, Development Director Camp Nejeda and Bill Vierbuchen, Executive Director Camp Nejeda. Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Karen DeChristopher looks on.
This year wine selection at our annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser was provided by Joe Canal’s Discount Liquor Outlet, 799 Route 46 East. Joe Canal’s is known for sizable selection of discount wine, beer and spirits.
There is a very diverse selection of wines from all parts of the world with descriptions, recommendations and ratings available on display at Joe Canal’s. This is super helpful and takes the intimidation of selecting wine a breeze for any novice.
Grand Tasting Chairman Michael Mulhaul said “We raised over $315,000 in the past twenty two years, in which Kiwanis Club was able to donate to other non-profit organizations, including Camp Nejeda, New Jersey Sharing Network, Lake Drive Program – Mountain Lakes School District, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Eliminate and Autism.”
At Camp Nejeda youth with diabetes are given the opportunity to live, if only for one or two weeks, in a world where having diabetes is the norm and where there is no need to explain blood sugar testing, finger pricks, insulin injections, ketones, ‘lows’ (insulin reactions), boluses or ‘carb’ counting because everyone here already understands.
Camp Nejeda is fully licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health and accredited by the American Camp Association. ACA accredited camps meet up to 300 standards for health, food service, safety, and program quality.
Grand Tasting Chairman Michael Mulhaul said “We are already planning our 23rd Grand Tasting which will be held on October 17, 2019.”
For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany click here.
Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad is located at 25 Crescent Drive. In order to better serve the needs of the rapidly expanding community The Rockaway Neck Fire Department (Parsippany Fire District 5 today) was established the Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad in 1952.
