PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System, Lake Hiawatha Branch at 68 Nokomis Avenue, hosted its first-ever After Hours Halloween party for children on Friday, October 21, 2022.
The After Hours Halloween party was a “monster mashing” success with over two hundred people in attendance.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System is among 160 libraries nationwide to conduct digital literacy training funded by Public Library Association (PLA) Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive. The Public Library Association Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive, supported by AT&T, provides support to libraries of all sizes to conduct digital literacy training in their communities and help close the digital divide.
With the help of a local instructor who is fluent in Gujarati and Hindi, the Library will offer basic digital skills classes in both of these languages.
“The mission of libraries has always been about equitable access to information, literacy, learning, and culture. In the age of COVID-19, this mission has only become vital as libraries have played a critical role in keeping communities connected and online,” said PLA President Maria McCauley. “A 2020 PLA survey found that about 88% of public libraries provide some form of digital literacy support, but only 42% offer formal classes. Staffing and funding were the top barriers to providing technology training. AT&T’s investment with PLA and public libraries nationwide will boost access to digital literacy skills for the most vulnerable in our communities.” PLA’s free training site, Digitallearn.org, helps community members build skills and confidence using technology. Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System will help patrons utilize these resources in an upcoming workshop that will be conducted in person, in Gujarati and Hindi, at the Main Library on November 12 and December 10.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System, Main Library is located at 449 Halsey Road.
PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills October General Meeting, held on Monday, October 24, Membership Co-Chairs Ginny Scala and Janice Carrubba officially installed Diana Craig and Pamela Newman into the Woman’s Club.
Diana and Pamela join an enthusiastic group of volunteers brought together in fellowship and service to promote projects that produce positive outcomes in the areas of education, culture, and civic betterment of the community
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) and the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC), which are the largest volunteer women’s service organizations in the country/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 pm at the Parsippany Fire & Rescue Building at 100 Centerton Road, Parsippany. If you would like to attend our next General Meeting to find out more about what we do, call Ginny at 973-887-0336 or e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com.
Check us out on the web www.parsippanywomansclub.org .or follow the club on FACEBOOK or Twitter.
PARSIPPANY — Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills General Meeting will hold its next General Meeting on November 28 at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting is at the Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Building, 100 Centerton Drive.
This is one of their favorite meetings of the year! Once the business meeting ended members filled containers with cookies and hard candies that are distributed to local nursing homes.
For more information email womansclubofpth@gmail.com or call Ginny at (973) 887-0336.
PARSIPPANY — Jonah Lance was selected by Coach Dave Albano and Athletic Director Todd Ricker to receive a 2022 Steve DiGregorio Young Man of the Year Plaque.
This award is presented to one individual from each member school who demonstrates a selfless commitment to his community, his school, his teammates, and his peers.
These individuals have set the bar high, and the Super Football Conference is proud to present them with the 2022 Steve DiGregorio Young Man of the Year Plaque.
Each candidate will be honored at a New York Jets game, and they will have the opportunity to be selected as the 2022 Steve DiGregorio Man of the Year for the entire conference and will be recognized at the Steve DiGregorio Young Man of the Year Press Conference at Met Life Stadium.
Reprinted from Parsippany Focus Magazine, November 2022. Click here to view.
PARSIPPANY — The Key Club hosted another successful “Halloween at the High” on Friday, October 28.
Students from various clubs, including, Key Club, were dressed for Halloween and supervised the games, face painting, or just handed out candy to the children.
Witches, Dragons, Mirabel Dresses and Disney Encanto were among the costumes children of all ages walked the hallways and rooms of Parsippany High School. The classrooms and gym were packed with games for the children to play.
Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. It is a student-led organization that teaches leadership through service to others. Members of the Kiwanis International family, and Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities.
In addition to hosting Halloween at the High for children in the community, reads to Parsippany elementary school students in the SKIP program, assists at a local daycare center, and much more.
The Parsippany High School Key Club is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.
MORRIS COUNTY — Healthy Living Movement classes and lectures help you discover how to live well and equip you with the tools needed to improve your life. All classes are free and are open to Y members and non-members as well. No registration is needed for the series; just drop in. Bring a friend and share in this informative series, which takes place on the following Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.:
Thursday, November 10: Total Mobility
Healthy Living Director Darlene Kievit leads you through movements that focus on taking your joints through their full range of motion. Dress in comfortable clothes.
Thursday, November 17: Nervous-System Regulation
Integrative Yoga Health Coach Ivette Desai hosts this program on learning how to manage stress and anxiety using nervous system regulation tools such as rhythmic breathing and meditation.
For more than 100 years Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Y has been the leading community organization serving thousands of people, with its focus on Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility. For more information on Lakeland Hills Family YMCA please visit their website by clicking here or email Kelly Horvath at kellyh@lhymca.com. No one serves the community as powerfully as the Y does every day.
Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is located at 100 Fanny Road, Mountain Lakes.
MORRIS COUNTY — As the weather begins to get colder, the Market Street Mission in Morristown is preparing for its 32nd annual Coat Giveaway event. On Saturday, November 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. they will be handing out free winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves on the Morristown Green.
Men’s, women’s, and children’s coats will be available, and anyone in need of winter gear is free to join us.
As they lead up to the giveaway, they are collecting new and gently used winter coats, as well as hats, gloves, and scarves, from now through the end of October. Winter gear can be dropped off at our thrift store at 25 George Street, Morristown. Donation hours are Monday to Saturday (except Wednesdays) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Our Coat Giveaway is a great opportunity for community outreach, and are expected to serve hundreds of people on Saturday, November 5. They are grateful to everyone who donates and participates to make sure families have what they need to stay warm this winter!
For more information on our coat collection and giveaway event, please visit their website by clicking here.
The Market Street Mission and its Jersey Shore Rescue Mission location are an experienced organization with a proven method of helping to fight alcoholism, substance abuse, hunger, and homelessness in northern and central New Jersey. As a private non-profit we rely on the charitable support of compassionate donors to provide more than 110,000 meals and 30,000 nights of shelter per year. For more information on our emergency services, free addiction recovery program, community counseling services, and thrift stores please visit by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY — Nest Chiropractic donated bagels to the Parsippany Police Department in honor of National First Responders Day.
National First Responders Day on October 28 recognizes the heroic men and women who make it their business to take immediate action when disaster strikes.
Dr. Dan is originally from West Orange. He earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University in Marietta, Georgia. Prior to that, he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from The Catholic University of America. Dr. Dan is proficient in multiple chiropractic techniques including Diversified, cox flexion-distraction, activator Sacro-occipital technique, and Gonstead as well as being Webster certified. He comes from a family of chiropractors – his father, two aunts, an uncle, and a cousin are all currently in practice. When he is not helping others achieve their optimum health through chiropractic, he is an avid sports enthusiast and faithfully follows the Yankees and Giants.
Nest Chiropractic is located at 341 Smith Road, Parsippany. The Nest Chiropractic is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 1.
Regular Township Council Meetings will commence at 7:00 p.m. All meetings will be held on Tuesday evenings. Council meetings are held at Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.
Click here to download the agenda.
Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Please call (973) 263-4351 to make a request for an auxiliary aid.
Click here to download the 2022 agenda schedule.
Mayor and Council
Mayor James R Barberio
Council President Michael J. dePierro
Council Vice-President Loretta Gragnani
Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.
Councilman Frank Neglia
Councilman Justin Musella
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany PAL Community Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Parsippany PAL is located at 33 Baldwin Road.
To schedule an appointment click here.
Save the date for the next Parsippany blood drives: Tuesday, December 20, and Tuesday, January 3.
Whole blood donors are eligible to give every 56 days/8 weeks
Double Red Cell donors are eligible to give every 112 days/16 weeks
PARSIPPANY — Immunization Clinic for Dogs and Cats will be held on Saturday, November 12, at the Office of Emergency building, at the Recycling Center, 1 Pumphouse Road.
Dogs and Cats
Any questions please call the health department at (973) 263-7160.
Dear Editor:
I am supporting Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise for the Parsippany School Board. I am honestly disgusted by what the State Department of Education is doing with the health education curriculum. Under the title of health education, schools are required to teach:
Dear Editor:
Your School Board Election Vote for Candidates 4, 5, and 6 on the Ballot is Imperative
How important is it to vote in the November School Board Election? How important are students’ educational freedoms?
Elected School boards hold profound power over the direction of our schools and their students; what they don’t have the right to do is use that power to impose their personal beliefs on students and their families.
Yet this year it appears that is exactly what the School Board leadership, with support from political committees, is attempting to accomplish. Stifle dissent and unify the full Board around specific political ideologies.
Limiting students’ capacity to understand and meet the challenges of a diverse world through exposure to specific political ideologies is especially harmful and inconsistent with Parsippany’s community of different cultures, races, and faiths. Students represent their parents’ family’s history and a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and beliefs.
To govern cultural diversity requires a diversity of thought and differing opinions, so it’s critical that the School Board reflect diversity in their governance.
If you believe in your child’s educational freedom instead of education dictated by political ideology; In letting teachers teach without bureaucracy, politics, culture wars, and personal political agendas, it is imperative on November 8th to vote for Cogan, Von Achen, and Shappell.
Vote Rows 4, 5, 6 on the Ballot.
Janice McCarthy
MORRIS COUNTY — Help would be a phone call away for state residents who struggle to complete New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission transactions online under legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco and endorsed by the Senate Transportation Committee.
“In an effort to re-establish credibility with New Jersey drivers, MVC has transitioned many of its services to the internet,” said Bucco (R-25). “Unfortunately, many residents have found the process confusing and annoying.
“By requiring the commission to provide a call center where live representatives are standing by to help, this bill will alleviate much of the public’s frustrations,” the Senator added. “The hotline will ensure a higher level of customer service.”
The bipartisan bill, A-3663/S-1633 would require MVC’s call center to be available to the public on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at a minimum.
In addition, Bucco’s bill would require MVC to collect and publish online its quarterly performance reports, including information on the number of calls and wait times.
“MVC was roundly criticized for poor performance during the pandemic. Drivers felt abandoned and disrespected as long lines wrapped around facilities and agencies frequently closed for extensive sanitization and cleaning,” Bucco said. “With the creation of a responsive, effective phone center, this bill will help restore some of the public’s trust.”
Since introducing an online system for customers to make appointments for in-person services at motor vehicle agencies two years ago, MVC has expanded the site, adding options for getting licenses, registrations, and titles; and commercial driver’s license renewals. The commission now boasts that 80 percent of its motor vehicle services are available through its website.
Dear Editor:
I am writing this letter to support the only candidates – Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise – who are listening to the public and fighting for policies that will benefit the children of Parsippany – and to address the misinformation spewed forth by the Cogan, Von Achen, and Shappell campaign.
Censorship: Andy Choffo has for the past two years asked the district administration to enhance literary choices for children in high school and middle school. He has never advocated banning books. He has repeatedly asked that there be more diversity of the authors of the district administration imposed limited selection of books that our children can choose from. Never asking that these books be banned, he has asked for a counterpoint to books like The New Jim Crow, White Fragility, Imprisoned: The Betrayal of Japanese Americans During World War II, and Things That Make White People Uncomfortable. Mr. Choffo and his running mates are only asking that our children have the widest variety of books available so that they can form holistic opinions. Cogan and Von Achen have limited what our children have access to by never questioning what students are reading. Please refer to the Board of Education Meeting Minutes of July 29, 2020, page 19, to read Mr. Choffo’s question on books. (Click here to read).
Parental Rights: An amazing thing happened during the dark days of Covid in 2020 and 2021. Students were forced to learn from home. Parents witnessed first-hand what their children were being taught and were concerned. Then parents started coming to Board of Education meetings and questioning the school administration and Board of Ed Members because they had serious concerns about the direction school districts were going. Parents were labeled “domestic terrorists” by some for simply asking questions. The result was a grassroots effort by parents to get involved and run for their local Boards of Education. And they did by the thousands! Cogan, Von Achen, and Shappell have tried to label Moms for Liberty as an extremist organization. Andy, Jack, and Yvonne proudly support parental rights and accept the endorsement of Moms for Liberty. This organization was formed by former school board members fighting for parental rights. Click here to visit their website to learn more.
Learning Loss: Cogan, Von Achen, and Shappell appear to be focused on things that will not benefit the academic achievement of our students. Alison Cogan even said at the PTA candidate’s debate that the learning loss was not that bad! The fact is that there has been significant learning loss over the past two years. Our children have fallen behind and need Board of Education members who will set policies to get them caught up, instead of spending $10,000’s of taxpayer dollars on a fruitless partnership with the University of Virginia as Cogan and Von Achen have done. See what your children have not been learning by clicking here.
Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise are concerned about the students of Parsippany. That is the only reason they are running for a seat on the Board of Education. They are the best-qualified candidates to guide our school district through these troubled waters.
Sincerely,
Margo Peterson
PARSIPPANY — This single-family residential home is located at 5 Marston Drive, Parsippany. This property has four bedrooms and five bathrooms. This property has a lot size of 0.63 acres and was built in 1900 and sold for $777.000. There is 2,098 square feet of living space.
The property was listed by Andrea Martone, Realty Executives Platinum, and sold in 48 days.
Other recent Parsippany home sales:
| 2467 | Route 10* | $ 197,000.00 |
| 684 | Parsippany Blvd* | $ 455,000.00 |
| 510 | Vail Rd* | $ 615,000.00 |
| 28 | Glenwood Ave* | $ 275,000.00 |
| 2C | Yacenda Dr* | $ 410,000.00 |
| 191-13 | Beverwyck Road* | $ 177,000.00 |
| 189 | Allentown Rd* | $ 345,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route10* | $ 179,000.00 |
| 71 | Patriots Rd* | $ 495,000.00 |
| 54 | Averell Dr* | $ 524,500.00 |
| 2467 | Route10* | $ 199,000.00 |
| 56 | Intervale Rd* | $ 1,149,999.00 |
| 2467 | Route10* | $ 185,000.00 |
| 8 | Norman Ave* | $ 395,000.00 |
| 14 | Sweetwood Ct* | $ 450,000.00 |
| 215 | Jacksonville Dr* | $ 280,000.00 |
| 304 | Halsey Rd* | $ 550,000.00 |
| 27 | Winding Way* | $ 790,000.00 |
| 10 | Delbrook Rd* | $ 765,000.00 |
| 62 | Edgefield Dr* | $ 537,500.00 |
| 23 | Alan Dr* | $ 825,000.00 |
| 40 | Alexander Ave* | $ 775,000.00 |
| 25 | Glenwood Ave* | $ 475,000.00 |
| 108A | Minnehaha Blvd* | $ 475,000.00 |
| 13 | Windsor Rd* | $ 699,900.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10* | $ 210,000.00 |
| 58 | Mayetta Rd* | $ 425,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10* | $ 175,000.00 |
| 56 | Califon Rd* | $ 440,000.00 |
| 12 | Pennsylvania Ln* | $ 938,000.00 |
| 105 | S Powder Mill Rd* | $ 730,000.00 |
| 104 | South Powder Mill Rd | $ 800,000.00 |
| 14 | Ute Ave* | $ 365,000.00 |
| 91 | Allentown Rd* | $ 511,000.00 |
| 300 | Mohawk Ave* | $ 550,000.00 |
| 23 | Farrand Dr* | $ 742,000.00 |
| 129 | Minnehaha Blvd* | $ 520,000.00 |
| 4 | Candlewood Ct* | $ 785,000.00 |
| 41 | Intervale Rd* | $ 430,000.00 |
| 15 | Norman Ave* | $ 720,000.00 |
| 19 | Homer St* | $ 651,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route10 Bldg. 8-4B | $ 170,000.00 |
| 12 | Wolf Pl* | $ 595,000.00 |
| 5 | Exeter St* | $ 662,500.00 |
| 28 | Kelley Ln* | $ 540,000.00 |
| 39 | Whitewood Dr* | $ 670,000.00 |
| 5 | Tracy Ln* | $ 665,000.00 |
| 300 | E Halsey Rd* | $ 985,000.00 |
| 511 | Lake Shore Dr* | $ 530,000.00 |
| 10 | Cambridge Rd* | $ 725,000.00 |
| 4 | Walnut St* | $ 439,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10, Bldg 20 Unit 4A | $ 250,000.00 |
| 5 | Colony Ct* | $ 480,000.00 |
| 298 | Summerhill Dr* | $ 520,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10, Bldg. 19, 3A | $ 225,000.00 |
| 530 | Allentown Road | $ 500,000.00 |
| 39 | Chesapeake Ave* | $ 305,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10* | $ 199,000.00 |
| 1117 | Knoll Rd* | $ 525,000.00 |
| 14 | Lake Shore Dr* | $ 460,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10* | $ 238,000.00 |
| 178 | Bridgeton Dr* | $ 782,000.00 |
| 58 | Whitewood Dr* | $ 610,000.00 |
| 95 | Longport Rd* | $ 485,000.00 |
| 33 | Deauville Dr* | $ 818,000.00 |
| 21 | Stephen Ter* | $ 660,000.00 |
| 66 | Longport Rd* | $ 425,000.00 |
| 5 | Marston Dr* | $ 777,000.00 |
| 18 | Heritage Ct* | $ 535,000.00 |
| 1 | Lincoln Gdns* | $ 180,000.00 |
| 60 | Meadow Bluff Rd* | $ 900,000.00 |
| 1070 | S Beverwyck Rd* | $ 765,000.00 |
| 2350 | State Route 10 | $ 210,000.00 |
| 119 | Edwards Rd* | $ 582,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10* | $ 212,000.00 |
| 22 | Lakeside Dr* | $ 600,000.00 |
| 45 | Minnehaha Blvd* | $ 370,000.00 |
| 64 | Ball Ave* | $ 522,000.00 |
| 22 | Woodhaven Rd* | $ 715,000.00 |
| 21 | Valley Forge Ln* | $ 459,000.00 |
| 40 | Dartford Rd* | $ 765,000.00 |
| 119 | Summerhill Dr* | $ 480,000.00 |
| 2350 | Route 10 | $ 175,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10, Bldg. 24-5A | $ 266,000.00 |
| 19 | Hoffman Ave* | $ 350,000.00 |
| 35 | Hector Rd* | $ 745,000.00 |
| 2467 | Route 10, Bldg. 40-5A | $ 180,200.00 |
| 6 | Brentwood Dr* | $ 645,000.00 |
| 1 | Pondview Rd* | $ 650,000.00 |
| 36 | Lord Stirling Dr* | $ 679,000.00 |
| 8 | Ferndale Dr* | $ 775,000.00 |
| 71 | Brooklawn Dr* | $ 575,000.00 |
| 47 | Patriots Rd* | $ 506,000.00 |
PARSIPPANY — The annual “Halloween at the Hills’ will be held on Friday, October 28 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Parsippany Hills high School, 20 Rita Drive. Join them for their annual night full of fun and safe trick-or-treating!
The PHHS Interact Club is collecting non-perishable goods at Halloween at the Hills to help restock the shelves of the Interfaith Food Pantry. The collection of cans will take place in the cafeteria s you enter.
Enjoy the night with your family while giving back to the community.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department is taking back unwanted prescription drugs Saturday, October 29 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. in front of the Harmon Face Values Store, 3189 Route 46, located in the Morris Hills Shopping Center.
They cannot accept liquids, needles or sharps, ONLY PATCHES OR PILLS.
This drop off is ONLY for individual citizens. Businesses that deal with pharmaceuticals, doctors, health care providers, and pharmacies are prohibited from disposing of pharmaceuticals at the collection site under FDA guidelines.
According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.4 million Americans abused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.
PARSIPPANY — In honor of National First Responders Day on Friday, October 28, The Nest Family, Pediatric and Prenatal Chiropractic in Parsippany is offering a free first visit to first responders including firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and military (active and veterans).
The Nest is recently under the new ownership of West Orange native Dr. Daniel Roses, D.C.
“It’s extremely important to me to ensure that the brave people who protect, serve and keep our community safe are taken care of as well,” says Dr. Roses. “With many first responders in my family, I have seen the toll that the physical and mental stresses of their jobs take on their bodies. I know that regular chiropractic care can not only help with aches and pains that come with the job, but also allow our local heroes to maintain their maximum functionality.”
The Nest Family, Pediatric, and Prenatal Chiropractic are located at 341 Smith Road in Parsippany. It has been serving families, children, and expecting moms since February 2020 and is now under the ownership of chiropractor Dr. Dan Roses, D.C. The Nest was built upon the principles to nurture, empower, support, and teach the local community through chiropractic care.
Dr. Dan Roses grew up in West Orange. After earning his Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree from Life University in Marietta, Ga., Dr. Dan has spent the last three years working as an associate chiropractor at Roses Family Chiropractic in Bayonne and Revolution Chiropractic in Marlton. Now, Dr. Dan is humbled and excited to serve and take care of the people of Parsippany and its surrounding towns in his newest chapter as the owner and chiropractor of The Nest.
Dr. Dan is proficient in multiple chiropractic techniques including Diversified, cox flexion-distraction, activator sacro-occipital technique, gonstead and is certified in the Webster Technique for chiropractic care in pregnancy. He comes from a family of chiropractors – his father, two aunts, an uncle and a cousin are all currently in practice.
When he is not helping others achieve their optimum health through chiropractic, he is an avid sports enthusiast and faithfully follows the New York Yankees, New Jersey Devils, and New York Giants.
The Nest Family, Pediatric, and Prenatal Chiropractic is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, click here for more information.
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