Danielle Davis earns a Gold Medal at US Figure Skating’s National Solo Dance Series
PARSIPPANY — US Figure Skating’s National Solo Dance Series Final was held recently at the University of Delaware and representing the Eastern Region, in both Pre-Gold Solo Pattern and Novice Solo Combined, is Parsippany Hills High School Senior Danielle Davis.
In order to qualify for Nationals, Danielle had to compete in a series of competitions, in order to accrue points.
She competed at both the 2016 Morris Open and the 53rd Annual NJ Council of FSC Championships held at the Mennen Arena, the May Day Open and the Chesapeake Open in Maryland, The Southern CT Open in Darien, Skate Wilmington in Wilmington DE, and lastly Lake Placid Dance in Lake Placid, New York. Only the top 6 skaters in each level for each region (Eastern, Midwest and West) were invited to participate.
Danielle was at the top of her group after qualifying for the Final round by dancing the Blues and the Paso Doble. For the final round, she had to dance the Starlight Waltz.
Danielle is a member of the SC of Morris and is coached by Kenneth Foster and Anna Zadorozhniuk. This is the second time Danielle has earned a Gold medal at Nationals. The first time was in 2014, when she won in the Silver level.
CCM Professor to Present at Pennsylvania Labor History Conference
MORRIS COUNTY — Dr. Jill Schennum, chair of the Department of Sociology, Economics and Anthropology at County College of Morris (CCM), will present at the Pennsylvania Labor History Society and Steelworkers’ Archives conference later this month on the decline of unions and economic disparity.
Schennum is one of four people scheduled to speak at the society’s annual conference to be held September 16 and September 17 at St. John’s Windish Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bethlehem. She will speak on September 17.
Schennum, of Blairstown, earned her Ph.D. from CUNY in 2011. Her dissertation, “Bethlehem Steelworkers: Reshaping the Industrial Working Class,” focused on the economic inequality that resulted from the loss of union jobs when Bethlehem Steel closed in 2003.
Having worked in Bethlehem as a social worker during the 1980s, Schennum was struck by the image of the steel mills, which gave her a passion to learn more. As a professor of anthropology at CCM since 1998, Schennum continues to research the lives of former steelworkers and the decline of Bethlehem Steel. She has since turned her dissertation into a book, which she expects will be published next year.
M&T Bank Supports St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center with $5,000 Platinum Sponsorship
M&T Bank announced their corporate sponsorship of St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the humane treatment of animals. The bank’s $5,000 platinum-level sponsorship will fund the center’s Food Bank for Pet Families in Need, which collects, organizes, and delivers food and supplies to struggling pet parents.
“St. Hubert’s Food Bank for Pet Families in Need is about much more than collecting goods, it’s about keeping families together,” says Vincent Moretti, Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager at M&T Bank and board member of St. Hubert’s. “When struggling financially, pet parents often face the impossible decision of giving up their animals due to lack of resources. We are proud to help St. Hubert’s offer critical assistance to keep pets with their families.”
The Food Bank for Pet Families in Need is a significant component of St. Hubert’s community outreach efforts. Goods are collected and organized by St. Hubert’s, loaded into the organization’s van, and distributed to partner locations on a regular basis, standing ready to fulfill emergency needs in between deliveries. St. Hubert’s currently partners with ten recipient organizations, including The Salvation Army Dover Corps, Morristown Community Soup Kitchen, Interfaith Food Pantry, and Somerset Food Bank Network.
“The Food Bank for Pet Families in Need serves to ensure families aren’t forced to surrender their pets when they face financial hardship,” says Heather Cammisa, president and CEO of St. Hubert’s. “We’re grateful for M&T Bank’s support to further reduce the number of companion animals who find themselves homeless simply because their families have fallen on hard times. This sponsorship will make a strong impact on this facet of St. Hubert’s Pet Retention services.”
St. Hubert’s other community services include pet adoption and animal rescue, humane education, a pet helpline, pet training, professional education, animal-assisted therapy, and pet loss support. As a platinum sponsor, M&T Bank’s funds will contribute to the organization’s general operating expenses as well its selection of the Food Bank for Pet Families in Need.
About St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center
Founded in 1939, St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the humane treatment of animals. Its services to the community include pet adoption and animal rescue, humane education, a pet helpline, pet training, professional education, animal-assisted therapy, and pet loss support. St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center has shelters in Madison and North Branch, NJ, a dog training school in Madison, and a PetSmart Charities Everyday Adoption Center at the PetSmart in Mt. Olive. For more information about St. Hubert’s, visit www.sthuberts.org or contact the Madison shelter at (973) 377-2295 or the North Branch shelter at (908) 526-3330 or the Everyday Adoption Center at (973) 448-7601, ext. 7.
About M&T Bank
M&T is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s principal banking subsidiary, M&T Bank, operates banking offices in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, Maryland, Connecticut, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Trust-related services are provided by M&T’s Wilmington Trust-affiliated companies and by M&T Bank.
Dover Sailor volunteers at Habitat for Humanity
DOVER — Chief (Select) Aviation Support Equipment Technician Michael Rodriguez, from Dover, and assigned to Navy Recruiting District New York, uses a circular saw to cut roofing material during a community relations project with Habitat for Humanity. The chief petty officer selects and members of the command’s Chiefs Mess spent the day volunteering in the community placing roof sheathing on an ongoing build as part of CPO 365 Phase II. Habitat for Humanity in Nassau County, NY is a local non-profit organization providing simple affordable homes for hard-working, low-income families in Nassau County.
Parsippany Soccer Club 43rd Opening Day
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Soccer Club celebrated its 43rd Opening Day on Saturday, September 10 at Veterans Memorial Park.
The 2016 Fall Intramural Teams consists of approximately 1,600 Parsippany children from ages 4 to 18.
The 2016-2017 offices include Al Zalewski, President; Christopher Brown, Vice President of Intramural; Diego Amenta, Vice President Travel; Alison Cogan, Vice President of Finance, Mike Kells, Vice President of Purchasing; Scott Olsen, Vice President of Facilities; Trish Weiss, Registrar; Andrew Ladas, Treasurer and Secretary Kevin Wall.
The District 7 team sponsors are Anthony Francos Pizza, Bagel City Grille, Colorgraphics, Cups, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kona Ice, NJ Lenders, Piage Electric, Soccer Zone USA, Tabor Pizza, TJ’s Sportwide Trophies, Valentino’s Pizza.
The District 6 team sponsors are A gradeahead, Applebee’s, Blue Diamond Disposal, Byran J. Sacccal Electric, Buffalo Wild Wings, Family Martial Arts Center, Sterling Affairs Caterers, Gangala Landscaping, Heros Journey CrossFit, Mancino’s Pizza and Italian Cuisine, Mt. Lakes Medical Center, Prisco Construction, SozzerZoneUSA.com and Tabor Pizza.
Division 6 Girls teams are sponsored by American Eagle Tree Service, Hollister Construction, Parsippany Columbiettes, Snellings Law, SoccerPatches.com, Tabor Pizza and Thom-Mist.
Division 5 boys sponsors are Baldwin Pizza, Caggiano Orthodontics, Caliber Home Loans, Dun-Rite Specialized Carriers, Five Guys, Hollister Construction, Landmark Consultant, Rescue Bytes, Two Brothers Landscaping, Barberio’s Bombers, Field Pro, Modell’s Sporting Goods, Smiles by Dr. D., and Parsippany Soccer Club.
Division 5 girls are sponsored by Provident Bank, Rauchberg Dental Group, The Money Store, Tiger Schulmann’s Marital Arts, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Atlantic Ambulance and Hanover Marriot.
Division 4 boys sponsors include Anazione Electric and Lighting, Bressler, Amery and Ross, CJ Mechanical Heat/Cool, D&B Chinese Food, dePierro Defenders, Kindred Hospital of NJ, Provident Bank, The Tutoring Center and MLBTB.
Division 4 girl sponsors are Baldwin Pizza, Floor Expo, Indus American Bank, Lomelo Design, The Tutoring Center and Parsippany Soccer Club.
Division 3 boys sponsors include Mundi Westport Group, Valley Auto Wreckers, Parsippany Soccer Club, Parsippany Soccer Club, Coppola Crushers, Meth’s Mavericks, PTF Sports, Shaffer Steel Corp., and MLBTB.
Division 3 girls include K. Hoeler Plumbing and Heating, Peluso’s Pride, ValueRX Pharmacy, Modell’s Sporting Goods and MLBTB.
Division 2 Boys and Girls sponsors are Tony Piccininni and Vinnie Ferrara and Alison Cogan.
The objective of the Parsippany Soccer Club (PSC) is to develop, promote, and govern the game of youth soccer within the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills.
The Parsippany SC Clubhouse is located at 580 Smith Road.
For more information on Parsippany Soccer Club, click here.
Club Scouts Pack 142 Popcorn Show and Sell event
PARSIPPANY — Glacier Hills Association Cub Scouts Troop 142 is selling assorted popcorn as part of their annual fundraising efforts. On Saturday, September 10, they were at Stop & Shop, Littleton Road and Route 10 collecting donations and selling their products.
Since its beginning, the Cub Scout program has been a fun and educational experience concerned with values. Besides providing a positive place where boys can enjoy safe, wholesome activities, Cub Scouting focuses on building character, improving physical fitness, teaching practical skills, and developing a spirit of community service.
From building a pinewood derby® car to learning to roast the perfect marshmallow with friends at a family campout, your child will LOVE Cub Scouts.
For more information click here.
NewBridge Services’ to hold 21st Annual Golf Outing
PARSIPPANY — Golfers and non-golfers alike can enjoy a fun-filled, relaxing day at the Knoll Golf Club West on October 10 in support of NewBridge Services, a nonprofit that builds stronger communities through counseling, housing and educational programs.
NewBridge’s 21st Annual Golf Outing kicks off with an 11:00 a.m. brunch followed by a 12:15 p.m. shotgun start at the Knoll Golf Club West, one of the finest golf courses in New Jersey. The event is part of the Liberty Mutual Invitational, a nationwide series of tournaments that benefit select charities.
NewBridge will also host its second-annual Women’s Golf Clinic and Health & Beauty Retreat, which includes golf instruction, yoga practice, skincare sessions, and networking.
All guests will come together to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, followed by a gourmet meal and reception.
The cost of the full day of golf and festivities is $275.00 per golfer and $1,100.00 per foursome. The cost for the Women’s Golf Clinic and Health & Beauty Retreat is $160.00.
Area businesses, families and individuals are encouraged to sponsor the event. NewBridge offers an array of options, from $200 for a tee sponsorship to $10,000 for a master sponsorship. Click here to see the full list of sponsorships and to register for the event. Contact NewBridge Director of Development Vicki Hess at vhess@newbridge.org for more information.
Proceeds benefit NewBridge Services, a 53-year-old nonprofit that serves more than 8,500 children, adults and seniors in northern New Jersey each year.
About NewBridge
NewBridge Services, a 501c(3) nonprofit, is a premier provider of counseling services, housing and educational programs in northern New Jersey serving more than 8,500 children, adults and seniors each year. NewBridge treats mental illnesses and addictions; teaches skills for coping with stress, grief and challenging relationships; builds and manages affordable housing; offers school-based programs that teach children and adolescents resiliency skills for healthy emotional development; helps young adults succeed in their education and prepare for careers; and supports seniors so they can remain independent. Throughout its more than 50-year history, NewBridge has remained true to its mission of bringing balance to people’s lives by tracking shifts in communities’ needs and providing innovative, effective programs to meet them.
Coffee with Parsippany Police to be held
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Police Department wants to get to know you over a cup of coffee at Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, September 14.
Coffee with a Cop is a casual, relaxed way for the community to socialize with their police officers and vice versa. Residents can ask questions, voice concerns, or simply chat with police officers over free coffee and snacks.
Coffee with a Cop is a national program created by Hawthorne Police Department in California that’s strived to close the gap between police officers and the community they serve since 2011. Coffee with a Cop has been hosted in all fifty states and has even expanded to Canada, Europe, Africa, and Australia.
“Coffee with a Cop is on a mission to improve trust and build relationships – one cup of coffee at a time,” their website states.
Coffee with a Cop will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon at the Boiling Springs Bank on 66 North Beverwyck Road.