MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA has an opportunity for parents and their child to experience everything that the Early Childhood Learning Center has to offer.
Parents may come to the Y with their 18-month-old to 3-year-old on the first Wednesday of the month, October 7 through April, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., meet the teachers and witness the fun.
Singing, playing, stories, and art are included during this interactive environment. It is free. Non-members are welcome but pre-registration is required.
Click here (use code PLAYSCHOOL) or by calling April at (973) 334-2820.
RANDOLPH — New Jersey high school students with a passion for photography and a talent for taking good photos have until April 16, 2016 to enter the County College of Morris (CCM) Fourth Annual Photo Contest for the chance to win prizes and recognition.
The contest is conducted by the Photo Club at CCM. Again this year, the competition’s sponsor, Unique Photo Superstore in Fairfield, will be providing first-, second- and third-prize gift certificates.
High-school-age photographers are being asked to submit photos on the theme of “Borderlands.” Professor Hrvoje Slovenc, who teaches photography at CCM, explains, “By definition a borderland is an area of overlap between two things. We’re looking for images that visually define a line between two geographic locations, states of minds, emotions or between history and myth, or whatever else our photographers envision.”
Winning photographs, honorable mentions and finalists will be featured in an exhibition also including work by CCM photography students. The exhibit will take place May 2016 in the CCM Art Gallery. Winners will be required to submit high-resolution files for the exhibition and may need to show proof of ID and authorship.
Photo contest participants are encouraged to join the “CCM Photo Club Competition” Facebook page (click here) to receive news, announcements and vote for the photo that will receive the “Popularity Award” for obtaining the most likes. Voting for the Popularity Award begins at midnight on April 30, 2016 and the winner will be announced at the opening of the exhibition.
Last year, the CCM Photo Club received more than 600 submissions from high school students. In the previous competitions, winners have come from Morris County School of Technology, Morris Knolls, Columbia, Bridgewater-Raritan, Sparta and Mount Olive high schools, as well as Blair Academy.
Photos can be submitted now through midnight April 16, 2016. To enter online, by clicking here. To enter by mail, send prints or digital files to County College of Morris, Photography Department, DH 201, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ 07869-2086 with contact information included.
There is no limit to the number of entries and finalists will be notified on April 30, 2016.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo and Deena Leary, Director of the Morris County Department of Planning and Public Works, have been honored by the non-profit TransOptions mobility organization for support of efforts to improve transportation options and the quality of life in Morris County and Northwest Jersey.
They were among the recipients at TransOptions’ recent 2015 recognition event held at the Meadow Wood Manor, Randolph.
The awards highlighted the efforts of elected and government officials, businesses, teachers, municipalities, and individuals who made a positive difference in their communities during the past year in the areas of transportation, business, safety and community.
DeFillippo, a second-term freeholder and former mayor and councilwoman in Roxbury, was honored as 2015 Elected Official of the Year as an advocate for “smart transportation planning’’ through her role as a freeholder in serving on the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority’s Board of Trustees.
Leary was honored as 2015 Government Official of the Year for her long-standing efforts to improve transportation options for residents of Morris County, where she oversees six divisions, including transportation planning, road and bridge construction, and land preservation.
“There are so many deserving people and groups who were honored by TransOptions for their hard work and dedication to making our county and this region of New Jersey a better place to live and work,’’ said DeFillippo. “I congratulate them all, and also congratulate TransOptions, for their efforts to improve the quality of life for our communities.’’
TransOptions is a transportation-oriented non-profit organization that delivers programs and services that improve mobility, the environment and quality of life in northwestern New Jersey.
It helps find alternative commute options and offers programs in bicycle, pedestrian and teen driver safety, as well as environmental education and sustainability. The organization also provides commute options such as carpooling, vanpooling, mass transit, biking and walking.
The full list of TransOptions 2015 “champions,’’ includes:
Elected Official of the Year: Morris County Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo
Volunteer of the Year: Lesa McGuiness, JCP&L
Government Official of the Year: Deena Leary, Director of Morris County Department of Planning and Public Works
Employer of the Year: Realogy
Outstanding Media of the Year: WSUS Radio
Teacher of the Year: Fred Fogle, Kitattinny Regional High School
Cycling Advocate of the Year: Stephen Noble of REI
Commuter of the Year: Hal Herbert, BASF
Supporter of the Year: PSE&G
Municipality of the Year: Hanover Township
Safety Champion of the Year: Rose McCauley, Hanover Township Public Schools
Each of the “champions’’ also was awarded a citation of “commendations and praise’’ from the legislators of the 25th Legislative District –state Sen. Anthony Bucco and Assemblymen Michael Patrick Carroll and Anthony Bucco. Jr.
The following employers received 2015 recognition from TransOptions as New Jersey Smart Workplaces:
Platinum-level New Jersey Smart Workplaces: AAA, Alcoa, Atlantic Health System, BASF, Bayer Healthcare, Morris Plains Borough, County of Morris, Cycle Craft, Drew University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Marty’s Reliable Cycle, MetLife, NECA, Nestlé Nutrition, NJM Insurance Group, Pershing LLC, Realogy, REI, Thorlabs Inc., Tiffany & Co., Wyndham Worldwide
Gold-level: Avis Budget Group, Washington Borough, Fiserv, The Casey Group, GlaxoSmithKline; Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, Hanover Township, Washington Township (Warren County), TransOptions
Silver-level: Borough of Madison, County College of Morris, Hyatt Morristown, KYOCERA Document Solutions America, Inc., Maersk, Inc., Yukon Graphics
Bronze-level: DSM Nutritional Products, Morris County Chamber of Commerce, Hartshorn Group, New Bridge Services, ShopRite of Morristown, Sussex County Chamber of Commerce.
PARSIPPANY — “The Last Air Battle of World War II: a Veteran Remembers” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8, at the Bethel in Trinity Park, in Mount Tabor.
Bill Watkinson, a WWII veteran naval aviator who flew fighter aircraft from the carrier USS Yorktown, will speak about the very last missions flown over Japan during July and August 1945. Watkinson lives in Flemington, but still spends time in South Carolina serving as a docent aboard the USS Yorktown museum.
There will be photographs and a brief video.
“I’ll have copies of a magazine article I recently wrote about Bill and his squadron titled ‘The Last Waltz,'” said Mount Tabor author David Sears. “As you know, August/September marks the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. There are fewer and fewer chances now to hear directly from those who participated.”
There will be a magazine and book signing after the program, with proceeds going to the co-sponsors of the program, the Mount Tabor Historical Society and the Mount Tabor Branch of the Parsippany Public Library System.
Refreshments will be served at 7:00 p.m. and the program begins at 7:30 p.m. Attendees are advised to park at the Mount Tabor post office at 26 Simpson Avenue.
For directions, visit www.mounttabornj.org. For more information, call (973) 975-0001 or (973) 627-9508.
PARSIPPANY —The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms will host the Crafting the Future Gala on Saturday, October 17, at the Mountain Lakes Club, 18 Lake Drive, Mountain Lakes. The event starts at 6:00 p.m.
This festive evening will feature cocktails, dinner, entertainment and live and silent auctions, all in support of the ongoing restoration and educational programs of the Stickley Museum.
Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen is serving as the event’s Honorary Chair. Congressman Frelinghuysen was an original Charter Member of the Craftsman Farms Foundation and has remained a stalwart supporter throughout the organization’s history. Ulysses Grant Dietz, Chief Curator and Curator of Decorative Arts at The Newark Museum, will be honored at the event for his role in elevating recognition of the Stickley Museum as a significant architectural and historical landmark, not only on a local but a national level.
Guests will have the opportunity to bid on an exciting array of packages in both silent and live auctions. Offerings include a 24-hour driving experience with a Tesla Model S, Tiffany & Co. cuff bracelets, vacation and staycation packages, unique decorative arts items and an original Stickley rocking chair. Absentee bidding will be available.
Barbara Weiskittel, President of the Board of Trustees, notes, “The gala is consistently one of the highlights of the year for the Stickley Museum. Not only do we rely upon the gala to raise approximately 25% of our annual operating costs, the evening is just a wonderful time for celebration. I never cease to be amazed by the overwhelming sense of warmth and camaraderie as our friends and supporters gather together for this special evening. We invite anyone who would like to enjoy a great night out in support of a worthwhile cause to join us.”
For more information or to purchase gala tickets, click here.
On days when there are no special programs, the museum’s regular hours are Thursday through Sunday, from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 p.m. year round, with tours hourly from 12:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. The entrance is located at the intersection of Manor Lane and Route 10 West, Morris Plains. Standard admission is Free for Members; $10.00 for Adults; $7.00 for Seniors and Students; $4.00 for Children.
Craftsman Farms, the former home of noted designer Gustav Stickley, is owned by the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills and is operated by The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Inc., (“SMCF”) (formerly known as The Craftsman Farms Foundation, Inc.). SMCF is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization incorporated in the State of New Jersey. Restoration of the National Historic Landmark, Craftsman Farms, is made possible, in part, by a Save America’s Treasures Grant administered by the National Parks Service, Department of the Interior, and by support from Morris County Preservation Trust, The New Jersey Historic Trust, and individual members. SMCF received an operating grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission. SMCF gratefully acknowledges a grant from the New Jersey Cultural Trust. Educational programs are funded, in part, by grants from the Arts & Crafts Research Fund.
Joe Walsh performed at Montclair High School on Saturday. Note the MHS pennant in the lower right hand corner. “I never planned on living this long, but here I am,” said Joe Walsh on the stage of the auditorium of Montclair High School, Saturday night. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer – who graduated with…
PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is collecting used smart phones, cell phones, IPADS and IPODS during October, which is Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.
All money earned by recycling these items will be donated to Jersey Battered Women’s Service (JBWS) of Morris County.
Collection boxes are located in
Cerbo Lumber & Hardware, 1855 Route 46 Eastbound
Atlanta Bread Company, 1711 Route 10 Eastbound in the Kohl’s Shopping Center
Green Pond Dry Cleaners, 1 Baldwin Road in the Baldwin Shopping Center
IHOP, 792 Route 46 Westbound, in the Arlington Plaza Shopping Center
For additional information on JBWS, please contact info@jbws.org.
For information on the Woman’s Club involvement with JBWS call Cathy Haney at (973) 335-9769.
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC (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 or click here to view website.
PARSIPPANY — In May 2010, owners of a home on Pigeon Hill Road in the Powder Mill section of Parsippany, contacted Town Hall to report that water was flowing onto their property and flooding their backyard. When an employee of the Township’s Engineering Department came to their home to investigate their complaints, he performed a test strip on the water. The homeowner claims the test strip revealed the presence of chlorine.
After conducting the test strip, the Engineering Department ordered the Township’s Water Department to shut off the main water supply to Pigeon Hill Road and nearby Skyview Terrace. However, the Water Department identified no problems or breaks in the water lines and turned the main water line back on.
The following month, with flooding continuing onto their property, the homeowner once again contacted the Engineering Department but was advised that further testing revealed that in actuality, no chlorine was found in the water on the property and the water in the yard was ‘natural spring water’ and that ultimately the water problem was the homeowner’s responsibility.
Almost three years after registering their original concern about the water flooding their property, in March 2013, the homeowner once again returned to the Engineering Department to complain about the incessant flooding of their property that by now had continued for almost three years. That same month, they were told by a Sewer Department employee that the water appeared to be coming from a retaining wall on a neighboring property on Skyview Terrace but the surface water was still attributed to the natural groundwater.
Flooding continued throughout 2013 and into the following year and after one particularly heavy rainfall on April 30, 2014, the homeowner again contacted the township Engineering Department to request that someone come to the property to investigate the cause of flooding.
Two days later, an engineering department employee came to homeowners property and reiterated that the water was natural spring water.
However, on May 9, 2014, nearly four years after the flooding had begun, the water stopped flowing on the property and the flooding problem was completely resolved, as if someone had shut off a water valve.
The next day the homeowner learned that there were two township water main pipes that had been broken and were fixed on May 9, 2014, four years after first learning of the leak.
The homeowner has since filed a lawsuit seeking damages against the Township. Attorney Vijayant Pawar of Morristown is currently representing Parsippany and in court filings, denies the accusations the homeowner claim.
Parsippany Focus asked several members of the Township Council if they were aware of the lawsuit. All admitted they were not aware of nor ever told of the situation.
Mayor James Barberio did not answer a request for comment.
(Article was sourced through court documents filed in Morris County Superior Court)
PARSIPPANY — It began over 100 years ago with one woman, Girl Scouts’ founder Juliette Gordon “Daisy” Low, who believed in the power of every girl. She organized the first Girl Scout troop on March 12, 1912, in Savannah, Georgia, and every year since, made her vision a reality, helping girls discover their strengths, passions, and talents.
Today the Girl Scout mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
Girl Scout is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. And with programs for girls from coast to coast and across the globe, Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to do something amazing.
If you’re 5 to 17 years old, you can be part of the largest organization for girls on the planet!
At Girl Scouts, girls are always counting down to the next adventure we’ll go on together. Maybe it’s artistic. Maybe it’s an experiment. Maybe it’s getting outside or helping the community. With us, you’ll make a bunch of new friends and have a ton of new experiences that show you how exciting the world is, and how awesome you are, over and over again.
And you’ll do it with other girls and caring adults who just might become your friends forever.
Click here to join a local Parsippany Girl Scout group.
Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Girl Scout Promise
On my honor, I will try:
To serve God and my country,
To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
Girl Scout Law
I will do my best to be honest and fair,
friendly and helpful,
considerate and caring,
courageous and strong, and
responsible for what I say and do, and to
respect myself and others,
respect authority,
use resources wisely,
make the world a better place, and
be a sister to every Girl Scout.
CEDAR KNOLLS — After we published this article, we were informed that Sargent returned back to Cedar Knolls Mall, and has been reunited with its owners.
Thank you for your support.
Lost Dog, urgent, please help. “Sargent” went missing from Cedar Knolls Mall. Please don’t chase, call (862) 219-1946.
Rhodesian Ridgeback/Lab Mix. Red, neutered rescue dog adopted from a shelter in Colorado.
He’s very fearful and barks at strangers; he’s anxious because he was abused and will run if approached. He had a beautiful collar stitched in primary colors and tags.
Our beloved dog escaped through a car window in the parking lot of the Cedar Knolls Mall, Ridgedale Avenue.
2006-2007 PAL Board of Directors included Carmine Catalano, Joseph Serrao, Jeff Hale, Sharon Magnussen, Joseph Plescia, Mayor Michael Luther, Chief Michael Filippello, Jayne Beline, Andrew Berns, Joseph Bevacqua, Leon Downes, Billy Boes, John Bucciarelli, Kevin Pizzuta, Michael Ruggier, Dr. Philip Santiago, Dick Schlenger, Tom Tuite, James Weathersby, Dr. Joseph Weisberg, Bob Wilhalme and Fred Zimmerman.
PARSIPPANY — The PAL celebrated it’s 50th Anniversary on Wednesday, September 30 at Knoll Country Club West.
The dinner was in honor of the work by the volunteers who conceived, built, and operated the PAL organization over the last 50 years, and they honored specific PAL founders and supporters at the dinner in a brief ceremony.
This year’s honorees included Select – Morris County Building & Construction Trade Unions: Carpenters Local 254, Electricians IBEW Local 102, Laborers Local 3, Asbestos-Insulators Local 32, Bricklayers & Allied Crafts Local 4, Iron Workers Local 11, Operating Engineers Local 825, Painter Local 711, Pipefitters Local 274, Plumbers Local 24, Roofers Local 4, Sheet Metal Workers Local 22, Sheet Metal Workers Local 254, Sprinkler Fitters Local 696, Tile Marble & Terrazzo Local 7.
2006-2007 PAL Board of Directors: Carmine Catalano, Joseph Serrao, Jeff Hale, Sharon Magnussen, Joseph Plescia, Mayor Michael Luther, Chief Michael Filippello, Jayne Beline, Andrew Berns, Joseph Bevacqua, Leon Downes, Billy Boes, John Bucciarelli, Kevin Pizzuta, Michael Ruggier, Dr. Philip Santiago, Dick Schlenger, Tom Tuite, James Weathersby, Dr. Joseph Weisberg, Bob Wilhalme and Fred Zimmerman.
Joni Benos, Sandy Neglia, Frank Neglia and Undersheriff William Schievella
Ryan Chmura and Nicolas Limanov
Director of Recreation Joe Plescia with his wife Susan Plescia
Greg Elbin with Jayne Beline
Jim Hecht with Robbie Furman
Loretta Gragnani with Robbie Furman
Undersheriff William Schievella
Board of Ed President Fran Orthwein and Vice President Frank Neglia
The Weisberg Family
Tony Bonavitacola, Executive Director with his wife Becky
Thomas J. Mastrangelo and Dr. Joseph Weisberg
Captain Thomas Carney and Patrolman Dave Cavaliere
Executive Director Tony Bonavitacola addresses the audience
Dr. Joseph Weisberg addressing the audience
Joe Plescia addressing the audience
Jeff Hale, Carmine Catalano and Joseph Plescia
Mayor James Barberio
Thomas J. Mastrangelo presents the PAL with a proclamation.
Executive Director Tony Bonavitacola hold the prolamation by Assemblywoman Betty deCroce and Assemblyman Jay Webber
Members from Carpenters Local 254
Members from Electricians IBEW Local 102
Members from Laborers Local 3
Members from Pipefitters Local 274
Members from Painter Local 711
Members from Roofers Local 4
Members from Sheet Metal Workers Local 254
Ann Cucci, Ellen Sandman, Brenda Barberio and Michelle Picone
Ellen Sandman, Joe Weisberg and Ann Cucci
Parsippany Police Chief Paul Phillips, Undersheriff William Schievella and Parsippany Police Captain Thomas Carney
PHHS Head Football Coach Dave Albano and his wife Christina
Marni Deuer and Becky Bonaviticola
General Manager Knoll Country Club Catering Kyp Andreou, with Davey and Nancy Willans
Captain Thomas Carney with Howard Letts
Nicolas Limanov with Karen Gajewski
Dr. Phillip Santiago with his wife Susan Santiago and Nicolas Limanov
The current Board of Directors of the Parsippany PAL include: Dr. Joseph Weisberg, President; James Garrick, Vice President; Peggy Clayton, Secretary; Beth Tutty, Treasurer; James R, Barberio, Mayor; Paul Philipps, Chief of Police Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills; Brian Stanton, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Liaison; Frank Neglia, Board of Education Liaison; Tony Bonavitacola, Executive Director; Det. Dan Cicala, Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department Liaison; Dr. Karl Alorbi; Rosemary Linder Day; Mike Whalen; Bob Wilhalme and Anthony Abrantes.
Honorary Directors include Joseph P Plescia, National PAL Board Member; Mike Pulsinelli, IBEW Local 102 and Steve Rosacha, TD Bank.
PARSIPPANY — The Eastlake Elementary School PTA is holding a fundraiser at Houlihans on Thursday, October 22 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Eastlake Elementary School PTA.
Valid on to-go orders. No coupon or discounts may be appied to the fundraiser events. No early bird menu. Flyer may not be distributed in our around Houlihan’s property.
Click here to download a flyer. Must present flyer to your server.
Houlihans is located at 1735 Route 46 East. Please RSVP by October 20 to silvan20@optonline.net.
If ever a man needed a hurricane, it was Chris Christie. That was painfully evident Friday as our part-time governor made a tour of the Jersey Shore to try and get some air time courtesy of Hurricane Joaquin. Christie had spent the earlier part of the week in Iowa, where he’s been camping out in the…
MORRIS COUNTY — Mennen Sports Arena ‘Learn-To-Skate’ program has been cited by U.S. Figure Skating as one of the top five programs in the country and is recognized for their high participant enrollment in the Basic Skills Programs. Mennen Sports Arena, a facility of the Morris County Park Commission is continuously recognized both nationally and locally for their exceptional skating programs.
Each year U.S. Figure Skating commends the basic skill programs which enroll over 1,000 skaters annually. Since 2008, Mennen Sports Arena’s ‘Learn-To-Skate’ has exceeded the 1,000 skaters benchmark, and during the 2014-2015 season enrolled over 1,300 students.
Reynold Fauci, Director of Recreation for the Morris County Park Commission, explained, “Our growth is a direct result of the tremendous coaching staff which consists of Olympians, esteemed hockey coaches, and show skaters with years of experience and all have a passion for instruction. Mennen’s step-progression approach realizes the individual goals of each skater and provides support to reach those goals.”
“Also the accessibility and variety of ‘Learn-To-Skate’ classes are major contributing factors to the program’s appeal,” he continues.
Mennen Sports Arena, located in Morristown, offers sessions year-round, with a variety of levels and concentrations for all ages and abilities, from tots to adults, and beginners to a more serious skater.
Jackie Kulik, Skating School Administrator or better recognized as the spirit and energy behind the program’s success stated, “’Learn-To-Skate’ skaters develop a love for the sport. Gradates of our programs have become show skaters, ice dancers in productions, such as Disney on Ice and the Ice Capades, Division I hockey players, and ice skating enthusiasts for life.”
Since 1975, ‘Learn-To-Skate’ has shaped figure and hockey skaters. With over 25 unique basic skills programs per session, classes for beginners to advanced skaters, and children to adults, Mennen has one of the most comprehensive programs in the nation.
To commemorate this achievement, William G. Mennen Sports Arena’s ‘Learn-To-Skate’ program will be featured in the October issue of Skating magazine, and Reynold Fauci will be presented with a plaque from U.S. Figure Skating.
For more information, and ‘Learn-To-Skate’ registration, click here or call William G. Mennen Sports Arena at (973) 326-7651.
Although the latest forecasts show Hurricane Joaquin heading out to sea, New Jersey residents can still expect a rainy weekend with the threat of coastal flooding. A coastal flooding warning is in effect for most of New Jersey along the Atlantic and Delaware Bay until 6 p.m. Sunday. Heavy rain and 6-to 10-foot waves will contribute…
PARSIPPANY — Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar, the upscale burger restaurant which offers gourmet burgers combined with perfectly paired wine selections, will open its fourth New Jersey location – and the brand’s largest – on Tuesday, October 6 at 1900 State Route 10, Parsippany.
Corporate Chef David Maini, showing off Zinburger’s first test kitchen
The restaurant will feature Zinburger’s first test kitchen where executive chefs will work on menu development, test new technology, create training videos and hold conferences for General Managers and chefs.
The new location also features a private dining room, which seats up to 32 and an additional 21 on the private patio. The private dining room and patio will allow Zinburger to host holiday parties, sporting event parties, weddings and business lunches for larger groups.
Since opening the East Coast’s first Zinburger in Clifton, nearly five years ago to much fanfare, stellar reviews and packed crowds, Zinburger has developed an almost fanatical customer following who enjoy made-to-order gourmet burgers, hand-dipped shakes and floats, decadent pies and 23 wine varieties.
During the grand opening week, Zinburger will be selling a limited edition VIP Gold Package for $100.00 with all proceeds benefiting the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern NJ, an organization that builds self-esteem and brings quality mentoring to children throughout northern New Jersey.
For a $100.00 donation, guests will receive a $100.00 Zinburger gift card and a Zinburger VIP Gold Card, which entitles the guest to top of the wait list status plus half price bottles of wine for the next six months.
“We are thrilled for the opportunity to work with organizations like Zinburger that place a strong value on supporting the community they work in,” said Lori Konya, Chief Executive Officer, Big Brothers Big Sisters on Northern New Jersey. “We welcome Zinburger to our community and believe in supporting those who support our mission.”
All the gourmet burgers at Zinburger are scratch-made and cooked to order on a griddle in their own juices. The Certified Angus Beef and American-style Kobe Beef are ground fresh twice a day. Signature burgers include the Zinburger (with Manchego Cheese & Zinfandel Braised Onions) and the Kobe Burger (with Vermont Cheddar & Wild Mushrooms).
Zinburger’s décor is sleek, contemporary, upbeat and playful featuring rich wood and earth tones and stylish, comfortable seating. The 8,633-square foot restaurant features 16 high definition televisions located throughout the restaurant and bar with a seating capacity of 286. Zinburger also features a huge patio with a fire pit, lounge seating and dining tables.
Zinburger offers a full bar with cocktails, 24 beer selections including 16 on tap and a wine menu that includes 23 varieties affordably priced from $5.50 to $12.50 a glass.
Zinburger offers a full bar with cocktails
On Wednesdays, guests can enjoy half-price bottles of wine. Happy Hour, weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., features discounts on beer and cocktails, $5.00 Plain and Simple Burger, and half-price sides including Double Truffle Fries, Zucchini Fries, Sweet Potato Fries and Hand-cut Fries.
In addition to gourmet burgers, Zinburger also offers a Turkey Burger, Turkey Sloppy Joe, Ahi Burger, Veggie Burger, two chicken sandwiches and five hearty salads.
A dessert menu features old fashioned, hand-dipped shakes, floats and malts as well as banana cream and chocolate cream pies.
El Diablo (Fire Roasted Jalapeños, Pepper Jack Cheese, Braised Onions, Lettuce and Chipotle Mayo)
West Coast Chicken (Havarti Cheese, Avocado, Tomato, Lettuce and Mayo)
About The Briad Group®:
The Briad Group is headquartered in Livingston and is one of the fastest growing hospitality companies in the U.S. The Briad Group’s entities are: licensed franchisees for Wendy’s, TGI Fridays™, Marriott, Hilton and a licensee for Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar. The Briad Group is one of the largest TGI Friday’s franchisees in the U.S.
The Briad Group has a licensing agreement with Fox Restaurant Concepts to expand Zinburger and has the rights to develop Zinburger in all 23 states east of the Mississippi. Currently, Zinburger has locations in Clifton, Paramus, Cherry Hill, Nanuet, NY Huntington Station, NY, Durham, NC, Charlottesville, VA, Atlanta, GA, Sunrise, FL and Boca, FL.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission:
Big Brothers Big Sisters’ mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with carefully screened, trained, supervised mentors.
TRENTON — After Hurricane Sandy caused fuel shortages and massive gas station lines across New Jersey, the federal government began a $7 million program to help retailers prepare for another storm. But, with another hurricane headed up the East Coast, only 36 New Jersey gas stations have installed generators through the program so they can keep…
NEWARK — The producer who worked with Lady Gaga at the start of her career will get another chance in court to fight an earlier judgement ordering him to pay $7.3 million to a talent scout, the New Jersey Law Journal reported Thursday. RELATED: Judge upholds $7.3M verdict against Lady Gaga’s N.J. producer A judge in…
Former Mayor Mimi Letts, Susan P. Strechay and her husband, Bob.
PARSIPPANY — The longest-serving member of the board of directors of the Brookside Housing Corporation is Susan P. Strechay. She started on the board in 1975 and served until August 2015 when she and her husband, Bob, moved to be near her son and grandchildren.
In appreciation for all of her years of service, on September 26, 2015 the board of directors of Brookside named the community room in her honor. On hand for the recognition ceremony were her two of her sons, Rob and Dan along with their wives and children. Also present were members of the board, as well as Alan Rich who has served as the attorney for the board since 1978, as well as the PRD Management team who oversee the management of the building.
Her husband, Bob Strechay, served as the Township’s business administrator for many years.
The Brookside housing complex, with 192 units of affordable senior housing, was the culmination of a volunteer effort by the Parsippany-Troy Hills Senior Citizen Housing Corporation. This organization started in 1970 when Mayor Jack Fahy appointed a committee to look into providing affordable housing for senior citizens. The building opened in June of 1982.
The project development was financed by the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency. HMFA provided the funding to acquire the property, to construct the building and provide all the site improvements. The rents for the apartments are subsidized by the Federal Housing and Urban Development Agency’s Section 8 program.
For a period of time the project was stalled due to the fact that all new Federal Section 8 rent subsidy funding was frozen by the federal government. Without subsidy funds, the NJ HMFA would not provide the construction funding. The board was therefore very grateful that the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills purchased the property and held it until the Section 8 funds were restored at which time the HMFA provided funding for the Board to buy back the property from the town.
Under Sue’s leadership as President of the Board and a dedicated board member, Brookside has remained an attractive, pleasant and well maintained complex. It has been given many awards for the quality of the maintenance and managements of the building.
Brookside Senior Citizens located at 1111 Parsippany Boulevard is an independent living community. They provide safe and easy-maintenance living for seniors who can still live independently, and enjoy engaging in social activities with other seniors.
Current board members are Mr. Bruce T. Benson, Mr. & Mrs. Robert De Guarde, Ms. & Mrs. Steven Dilluvio, Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Garbarino, Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Huss, Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Merola, Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Rockland, Mr. & Mrs. John Schlitt and Mr. & Mrs. Elliot Warm.
For more information about Brookside Housing Corporation call (973) 299-1620 to speak with a local Care Advisor.
Susan P. Strechay addressing the audience
The plaque erected on the wall
Attorney Alan Rich
Kathy Voon Sternberg giving Susan a bouquet of flowers
PARSIPPANY —The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms will host the Crafting the Future Gala on Saturday, October 17, at the Mountain Lakes Club, 18 Lake Drive, Mountain Lakes. The event starts at 6:00 p.m.
CEDAR KNOLLS — After we published this article, we were informed that Sargent returned back to Cedar Knolls Mall, and has been reunited with its owners.
MORRIS COUNTY — Mennen Sports Arena ‘Learn-To-Skate’ program has been cited by U.S. Figure Skating as one of the top five programs in the country and is recognized for their high participant enrollment in the Basic Skills Programs. Mennen Sports Arena, a facility of the Morris County Park Commission is continuously recognized both nationally and locally for their exceptional skating programs.
