Kiwanis Club to present seminar on “Child Safety”

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Kiwanis Club to present seminar on “Child Safety”

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany is presenting a free seminar on “Prevent your Child from Being Kidnapped, Abducted, or Sexually Exploited.”

The seminar will be held on Tuesday, September 19 starting at 6:30 p.m. at Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.  Space is limited, so please register by clicking here. Attendees must be over 18 due to the nature of the subject matter.

Approximately 2,000 children are reported missing each day or ONE EVERY 37 SECONDS.

Help protect your child from becoming a part of these alarming statistics by attending this program on child safety. Attendees will be provided with the tools to prevent child abduction, kidnapping and sexual exploitation as well as the safe use of technology (PCs and cell phones).  Mr. Robinson will dispel common safety myths, while providing skills parents, educators and police can teach children to help prevent them from becoming a victim.

Alan J. Robinson

Our guest speaker, Alan J. Robinson has spent years with NCMEC/Project ALERT (“America’s Law Enforcement Retiree Team”), a division of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, funded by the Department of Justice and the Adam Walsh Foundation. He is a national speaker on “Measures to Prevent your Child from Being  Kidnapped, Abducted, or Sexually Exploited”.

Mr. Robinson is an expert in this field and has authored numerous articles on the subject; he is a police academy instructor and provides training workshops for: the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, FBI, corporations, PTA’s and school systems.  He has made several TV appearances, been the subject of many news articles, as well as the recipient of many awards for his work in this field from state governors, prosecutors, and law enforcement as well as many grateful parents and educators.

This seminar is provided by Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany and The Morris County Sheriff’s Office.

Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Our members, Kiwanians, are service-minded men and women who are united in their commitment and compassion for others.

Any community need can become a Kiwanis service project, especially the needs of children. Kiwanis service projects range from efforts that help local communities to Kiwanis International’s Worldwide Service Project for the elimination of iodine deficiency disorders.

Kiwanis members dedicate more than six million volunteer hours and invest more than $100 million in service projects that strengthen communities and serve children every year.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. Join Kiwanis for breakfast to learn how you can change the world “one child, one community.”

For more information click here.

 

 

The Lucas Family participated in week-long trip to Guatemala to build homes

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The Lucas Family participated in week-long trip to Guatemala to build homes

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany residents Ken and Cristina Folan, along with two of their children, Lucas and Teresa, participated in a week-long service trip to Guatemala to build homes for families living in poverty through the organization From Houses to Homes.

Lucas Sebastián Folan with Heysell. This week Lucas was blessed enough to build a home for her and her beautiful family. Lucas was so deeply touched by their humility and especially by Heysell’s big dream of becoming a dentist and having her own practice when she grows up. She is so smart and studious (and only 5 years old!) that he knows that she will achieve whatever goals she sets for herself. Lucas has so much love for Heysell, her family, and the Guatemalan people.

This was the family’s seventh trip since 2009, and their fourth trip with a group from Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel Church, Cedar Knolls. This trip, the group built four homes, making it a total of twenty houses built through the Notre Dame parish since it began sending volunteers in 2014. This year, the group built in and around the town, Pastores.

Lucas is a 2017 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School and Teresa will be a Junior in the fall. Lucas will be attending Hofstra University.

The one-room cinder block houses are built over a five day work week. Volunteers are split into groups of 5-7 and work alongside two Guatemalan workers from the organization who direct the construction. During the week, volunteers also have the opportunity to visit the organization’s school, Kemna’oj, located in the town Santa Maria de Jesus, and medical clinic, located in Pastores.

From Houses to Homes is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2004 by the late Morristown native, Joe Collins.

In his own volunteer work in Guatemala between 2001 and 2004, Joe recognized that despite the richness of the Guatemalan country and culture, there was much to be done about the severe poverty and poor living conditions that many Guatemalans faced.

Collins developed the organization with the goal to provide housing, education, and healthcare for the communities that needed it. Since 2004, From Houses to Homes has built 1,219 homes in Guatemala.

To learn more about From Houses to Homes and how to donate or volunteer click here.

Anyone interested in participating please contact Judy Baker, the From Houses to Homes director here in New Jersey: judybaker@fromhousestohomes.org.

Photos by Cristina Folan
Photos by Cristina Folan
The one-room cinder block houses are built over a five day work week

“Flavors of India” Celebration held at Veterans Park

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“Flavors of India” Celebration held at Veterans Park

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Shri Sanatan Mandir held their 25th Anniversary “Flavors of India” Celebration Fair on Sunday, August 13, at Veterans Park.

Many area merchants supported the event with displays of their business as well as area restaurants featuring their India favorite dishes.  The event was well attended with music, dancing, a magician and more throughout the sunny afternoon at Veterans Park.

Sponsors of the event included Indus American Bank, Lakshmai Dream Foundation, Raman Abrol, CPA, Voyager Wealth Management, Jodhpuri, Mohta Family, Virender and Vidya Labroo, Kumar Patel Family, Seth Family, Vijay K. Pendse, MD OB GYN, Norad Communications and India World Foundation.

Indus American Bank renews PACC membership

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Indus American Bank renews PACC membership

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Indus American Bank, 1452 Route 46 west, recently renewed its membership in Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce. Indus American Bank, slogan is “Let us grow together,” and they are doing that with the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce. Indus American Bank has been a very active member for a number of years.

Presenting Indus American Bank with their annual membership plaque is Dr. Patrick Selimo, Chairman of the Welcoming Committee.  He had the honor of making the presentation to Jhalak Kapadia, Assistant Vice President and Branch manager of the Parsippany branch.

Indus American Bank is a bank founded for the South Asian American Community, from individuals to business owners, offering high quality financial products and personalized service.

Indus American Bank, is a wholly owned subsidiary of IA Bancorp, Inc, founded in 2004 by local businessmen and community leaders to provide superior financial products and services to its local community.

Their Mission Statement is a testament of their objectives and goals. Indus American Bank is strong and secure and is one of the first commercial bank focused on serving the South Asian community.

Headquartered in Edison, Indus American Bank operates a full service branch in Edison, Parsippany, Jersey City, Plainsboro and Hicksville (NY) and plans to expand to other cities in New Jersey and New York. Indus American Bank has been founded specifically to serve the needs of the South Asians, one of the fastest growing segments of the Asian ethnic group over the coming decade. Presently, Indus American Bank serves both the business as well as the retail customer.

Indus American Bank specializes in core business banking products for small to medium-sized companies with emphasis on real estate based lending as well as all the other products that are offered by main-stream banks.

Indus American Bank’s focus is to establish and maintain long term relationships with its customers by creating mutually beneficial relationships built on trust and integrity.

The Banks’ employees believe personal attention is of utmost importance when delivering sound, friendly and professional financial services that exceed customers’ expectations. Indus American Bank employees are empowered to think outside the box to deliver comprehensive financial services.

Police Across Morris County Participating in Impaired Driving Enforcement Crackdown

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Police Across Morris County Participating in Impaired Driving Enforcement Crackdown

MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Park Police and police agencies covering Morris County’s 39 municipalities are gearing up for the state’s largest annual drunk driving crackdown which runs through Monday, September 4.

Police Across Morris County Participating in Impaired Driving Enforcement CrackdownThe 2017 “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Statewide Labor Day Crackdown runs until September 4. During the campaign, local and state law enforcement officers will conduct sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols targeting.

“Despite years of enforcement and public awareness efforts, too many people still make the unfortunate decision to get behind the wheel while impaired.

“Nearly 30 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities in New Jersey are alcohol related,” said Gary Poedubicky, Acting Director of the NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety. “This is a zero tolerance campaign. If drivers are caught operating their vehicle while impaired they will be arrested,” he added.

Freeholder Doug Cabana

“On behalf of the entire Morris County Freeholder Board, I am asking all Morris County residents to be responsible when you get behind the wheel of your car or truck or motorcyle. It is a safety issue for all of our residents and visitors, and I certainly don’t want to see you in my courtroom,” said Freeholder Director Doug Cabana, who also Parsippany’s municipal prosecutor.

“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” is a national campaign designed to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving through high-visibility enforcement backed up by educational activities including national radio and television advertisements, posters, banners and mobile video display signs.

The campaign looks to curtail impaired driving during the busy summer travel season, including the Labor Day holiday period.DUI Checkpoint lighter sign at night

Morris County Park Police Chief Gabe DiPietro reminds drivers: “Illegal drugs, including marijuana, and even legally prescribed pills, can lead to a charge of Driving While Intoxicated, if officers suspect a driver’s impairment is due to being under the influence of one of these substances.

“It’s certainly not just alcohol anymore, and over the past few years, we’ve seen a significant increase in Driving While Arrest charges stemming from narcotics.”

Law enforcement agencies participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 2017 crackdown offer the following advice:

  • If you plan to drink, designate a driver, someone who will not drink alcohol, before going out.
  • Take mass transit, a taxi or ask a sober friend to drive you home. Click here for a discount on Uber.
  • Spend the night where the activity is held.
  • Always buckle up, every ride, regardless of your seating position in the vehicle. It’s your best defense against an impaired driver.
  • If you’re intoxicated and traveling on foot, the safest way to get home is to take a cab or have a sober friend or family member drive you to your doorstep.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Schools to open September 6

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Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Schools to open September 6

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — It’s almost that time of year. Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Schools will open this year on Wednesday, September 6.

September 6 is one of the most dreaded days of the year for students. The Parsippany-Troy Hill Township School District has released its 2017-2018 calendar for public schools.

Grades K-12 are scheduled for 184 days, which allows for 4 snow/emergency days. If the number of snow/emergency days used is either more or less than four, the calendar will be adjusted accordingly. If more snow days are needed they will be taken from the April Break beginning with April 6.

The calendar includes important dates such as winter and spring vacations, religious holidays, federal holidays, early dismissals and parent-teacher conferences.

Here is the full list of dates to know for this school year:

August

  • Thursday, August 31: Teachers Report, Professional Development

September

  • Friday, September 1: Teachers Report, Professional Development
  • Monday, September 4: Labor Day
  • Tuesday, September 5: Teachers, Grades 6 and 9 Orientation
  • Wednesday, September 6: First Day for Students
  • Thursday, September 21: No School (Rosh Hashanah)

November

  • Tuesday, November 7: No School for Students (Professional Development for Teachers)
  • Thursday, November 9: No School (NJEA Convention)
  • Friday, November 10: No School (NJEA Convention)
  • Wednesday, November 22: Half Day
  • Thursday, November 23: No School (Thanksgiving)
  • Friday, November 24: No School (Thanksgiving holiday)

December

  • Friday, December 22: Half Day
  • Monday, December 25 through Friday, December 29: No School (Christmas Recess)

January

  • Monday, January 1: No School (New Year’s Day)
  • Monday, January 15: No School (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

February

  • Monday, February 19: No School (Presidents’ Day)

March

  • Monday, March 12: No School for Students (Professional Development for Teachers)
  • Friday, March 30: No School (Good Friday)

April

    • Monday, April 2 through Friday, April 6: No School (Spring Recess)

May

      • Monday, May 28: No School (Memorial Day)

June

    • Tuesday, June 5: No School for Students (Professional Development for Teachers)
    • Tuesday, June 19 and Wednesday, June 20: Half Day for Students
    • Thursday, June 21: Last Day for Students and Teachers, Half Day for Students, Graduation

Click here to download the entire calendar.

View the Solar Eclipse at the Library

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View the Solar Eclipse at the Library

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — View the Solar Eclipse on the Parsippany Main Library’s Big Screen on Monday August 21, 12:00 Noon to 4:00 p.m. and The Lake Hiawatha branch at 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Solar Eclipse. The moon moving in front of the sun. Illustration

Parsippany Main Library is located at 449 Halsey Road.  The Lake Hiawatha branch is located at 68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha.

View NASA’s live stream of the Solar Eclipse on the library’s movie screen.  

It’ll reach it’s midpoint of 73% coverage (the most we’ll be able to see in Morris County) at exactly 2:44:28 p.m.. The moon will finish its journey at 4:00:59 p.m., when the sun will be totally uncovered again.

Hear scientists explain the various stages and see the eclipse at various stages across the country.

Here are more safety tips from NASA here:

  • Homemade filters or sunglasses are not safe for looking at the sun. Five manufacturers have certified that their eclipse glasses and handheld solar views meet international standards, and they are Rainbow Symphony, American Paper Optics, Thousand Oaks Optical, TSE 17 and Baader Planetarium.
  • Stand still and cover your eyes with your eclipse glasses or solar viewer before looking up at the bright sun. After glancing at the sun, turn away and remove your filter — do not remove it while looking at the sun.
  • Do not look at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed sun through an unfiltered camera, telescope, binoculars or other optical device. Similarly, do not look at the sun through a camera, a telescope, binoculars or any other optical device while using your eclipse glasses or hand-held solar viewer — the concentrated solar rays will damage the filter and enter your eye(s), causing serious injury. Seek expert advice from an astronomer before using a solar filter with a camera, a telescope, binoculars or any other optical device.

Turkistanian American Association holds successful picnic at Lenni Lenape Park

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Turkistanian American Association holds successful picnic at Lenni Lenape Park

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Turkistanian American Association held an annual picnic on Sunday, August 13 at Lenni Lenape Park in Parsippany.  Over 250 members, friends and family joined for this annual picnic.  The children were playing in the park, adults were dancing to the music of Salim Entertainment, while the chefs prepared Turkish treats for everyone.

Turkistanian American Association is a cultural non-profit organization established in 1958. The organization strives to preserve and cherish Turkistanian customs and traditions. Their goals are to maximize the recognition of our culture, cultural heritage, and identity. They encourage the members to be involved in the community, and to establish and maintain a link between the community in both the United States and their native land. Furthermore, the organization strives to acquaint the American public with the religious, cultural life, and traditions of Turkistan, especially Uzbekistan.

Turkistanian American Association members have access to community programs and resources that enhance their understanding and appreciation of the culture. Membership in the organization can play an important role in the personal development and social growth of the members. 90% of the members are Uzbek origin. The organization has members from all over the United States, but most of our members reside in the tri-state area.

Turkistanian American Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

For more information about Turkistanian American Association, click here.

American Pickers to film in New Jersey

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American Pickers to film in New Jersey

NEW JERSEY — Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to New Jersey. They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout the region in September 2017.

American Picker is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique ‘picking’ on History. The hit show follows Mike and Frank, two of the most skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections and learn the interesting stories behind them. As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, Mike and Frank are on a mission to recycle and rescue forgotten relics. Along the way, the Pickers want to meet characters with remarkable and exceptional items.

The pair hopes to give historically significant objects a new lease on life, while learning a thing or two about America’s past along the way. Mike and Frank have seen a lot of rusty gold over the years and are always looking to discover something they’ve never seen before.

They are ready to find extraordinary items and hear fascinating tales about them. American Picker is looking for leads and would love to explore your hidden treasure. If you or someone you know has a large, private collection or accumulation of antiques that the Pickers can spend the better part of the day looking through, send your name, phone number, location and description of the collection with photos to americanpickers@cineflix.com or call (855) OLD-RUST.

LHY Partners with the Homeless Bus to Feed the Hungry

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LHY Partners with the Homeless Bus to Feed the Hungry

MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA and community volunteers gathered at the Y to prepare 300 sandwiches to be delivered to the “Homeless Bus” and were then transported to New York City on Saturday evening, August 12. The Y provided all the food products.

The history of the Homeless Bus began in 1992 when Director, Mark Landgrebe, attended an Anthony Robbins seminar in Hawaii and he heard about a program that helped feed needy families on holidays, prompting him into action. At first, Mark delivered food only on holidays, but he quickly realized that holidays weren’t enough and that these people were in need of assistance every day. Lacking the funds to aid them daily, Mark, and his wife Anna, settled on Saturday night deliveries and they have consistently visited these people weekly ever since, logging in over two decades of visits. On most trips into NYC, they serve a meal usually consisting of, Cup-O-Noodles soup, turkey and cheese sandwiches, hot chocolate, water, cookies, and other various snacks.

The Lakeland Hills YMCA is located at 100 Fanny Road, Mountain Lakes.

Kids Eat Free at Applebee’s on Labor Day

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Kids Eat Free at Applebee’s on Labor Day

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — While Labor Day brings the unofficial end of summer, it’s the perfect day to kick up your feet and enjoy the fruits of your labor. On Monday, September 4, families are invited to celebrate the much-needed holiday and enjoy a kids eat free special at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar located at 1057 Route 46.

Specifically, families who dine-in at Applebee’s on Labor Day will receive up to two free kids’ meals with each adult entrée purchase. Children ages 12 and under can choose any entrée on the Applebee’s Kids’ Menu, accompanied by their choice of a side dish, and juice, milk or chocolate milk. With 26 menu items and more than 650 combinations of entrées, sides and beverages, the Applebee’s Kids’ Menu offers more Kids LiveWell – approved meals than any other national casual dining restaurant.

The Kids Eat Free special is available at Applebee’s locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises in New Jersey, Long Island, Florida and Georgia. In New Jersey, Applebee’s is located in Brick, Bridgewater, Butler, Clark, Clifton, East Hanover, Edison, Flemington, Garfield, Hackensack, Hackettstown, Hillsborough, Howell, Jersey City, Jersey Gardens, Kearny, Lacey, Linden, Manahawkin, Manalapan, Manchester, Middletown, Milltown, Mt. Olive, Newark, Newton, North Bergen, Northvale, Ocean, Paramus, Parsippany, Phillipsburg, Piscataway, Rockaway, Tinton Falls, Toms River, Totowa, Union, Wall and Woodbridge.

Established in 1985, Doherty Enterprises, Inc. is recognized as the 68th largest privately-held business in the New York Metro area by Crain’s Business and the 11th largest franchisee in the United States as ranked in the Restaurant Finance Monitor, operating seven restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Quaker Steak & Lube, Noodles & Company, and two of its own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub and Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas. In 2015, Nation’s Restaurant News ranked Doherty Enterprises as the 78th largest U.S. Foodservice revenue company, up from 85 in 2014. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates over 150 restaurants in northern, southern and central New Jersey, on Long Island, as well as locations throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island and sections of Florida and Georgia. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Communities We Serve” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.” (www.DohertyInc.com).

Bobby Wilson will be Performing in the NAfME All National Honors Choir

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Bobby Wilson will be Performing in the NAfME All National Honors Choir
Bobby Wilson, is a junior at Parsippany High School

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Bobby Wilson, a junior at Parsippany High School, auditioned for and was accepted into the NAfME All National Honors Choir.

His video audition was selected out of the thousands of singers who auditioned from around the country. He will have the opportunity to perform in Disney World, Monday, November 26 to Wednesday, November 29.

He will also be performing in the New Jersey All State Honors Choir in Atlantic City during teacher’s convention. Bobby is looking forward to pursuing Music Education in college.

Bobby is the son of Craig and Christine Wilson.

The All-National Honor Ensembles performers represent collaboration and creativity in its highest musical form. The All-National Honor Ensembles consist of a concert band, symphony orchestra, mixed choir, and jazz ensemble. Students were chosen through an audition process. The concert band and symphony orchestra will each have 155 and 152 instrumentalists respectively, the jazz ensemble 21 instrumentalists, and the mixed choir 281 vocalists. Eligible students have qualified for their state-level honor ensemble program and competed against top students for a spot in these national honor ensembles.

The NAfME All-National Honor Ensembles (ANHE) represent the top performing high school musicians in the United States. So much more than a musical ensemble; it is a comprehensive, musical and educational experience.

The ensembles will meet at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida under the baton of leaders in the field of music education. The NAfME All-National Honor Ensembles are represented in the following components:

  •    Concert Band
  •    Mixed Choir
  •    Symphony Orchestra
  •    Jazz Ensemble

1920s Country Fair and Harvest Festival

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1920s Country Fair and Harvest Festival

MORRISTOWN — Come one, come all! On Sunday, September 17, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., join the hundreds of visitors that come each year to the spectacular 1920s Country Fair & Harvest Festival at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township.

Spend a fun fun-filled day on the farm with endless activities for the whole family. Meet the friendly farm animals, take a wagon ride, learn the Charleston, and play old fashioned games. There will be a variety of delicious food for purchase.

Take part in fun, interactive activities all afternoon. Lend a hand churning butter and pressing apples into cider. Watch a blacksmith perform his craft, and see a side-saddle demo. Stop by the Visitors Center, and view an array of handmade crafts, fresh vegetables, and stunning floral displays.

Be sure to visit the historic homes at Fosterfields. Compare the authentic 1920s Farmhouse, where the farm foreman and family once lived, to The Willows, the 1854 Gothic Revival-style mansion, where the Foster family used to reside. See what’s cooking in the Farmhouse and what daily chores are being completed. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy!

Admission is $8.00 per adult, $7.00 per senior (65+), $6.00 per child age 4 through 16, and $4.00 per child age 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2. Friends members are half price with a current membership card.

For more information and directions to Fosterfields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township, visit, morrisparks.net, or call (973) 326-7645.

The Morris County Park Commission features one of the region’s best park systems in the state of New Jersey. It currently protects and maintains 18,927 acres at 38 distinct sites plus offers a year-round calendar of events and activities for all to enjoy!

Cyberbullying – Often a Devastating Form of Child Abuse

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Cyberbullying – Often a Devastating Form of Child Abuse

MORRIS COUNTY — Cyberbullying is often a devastating form of child abuse, and as the new school year is fast approaching, Deirdre’s House (click here for website), which is the Center for Morris County’s child victims, is urging urges parents to talk to their children about the damaging effects of cyberbullying.

Maria Vinci Savettiere, Executive Director of Deirdre’s House

According to Maria Vinci Savettiere, Executive Director of Deirdre’s House, “parents need to have frank discussions with their children about the long-term, sometimes life-threatening consequences of cyberbullying on child victims.’’

The most effective way to stop cyberbullying is at its source by educating children as to the often negative, life changing effects cyberbullying may cause.

Here is what you can do to prevent your child from engaging in cyberbullying behavior:

  • Regularly remind your children about the importance of treating others the way they would want to be treated.  They should be encouraged to be as polite online as they are in person.
  • Talk about how some things we might do or say to someone that seem funnyat the time are actually hurtful.
  • Remind them not to write or forward hurtful messages.
  • Regularly check in on the online behaviors of your children.  Problematic behavior must be addressed with reasonable and appropriate discipline.
  • Ask them not to send messages when they are angry. Make sure they ask themselves before clicking “send,” how they would feel if they received that message.
  • Urge them to help kids who are victims of bullying online by not joining in and showing bullying messages to an adult.

Here is what you can do if your child is engaging in cyberbullying behavior:

  • Explain the severity of their actions. Ask them if they would like their actions reported to law enforcement or school authorities.
  • Explain to your child that this kind of behavior is unacceptable. Stop any show of aggression you see and talk about other ways your child can deal with the situation.
  • Ask them to stop the bullying immediately. Make it clear to your child that you take bullying seriously and that you will not tolerate this behavior. Encourage them to apologize to the victim.
  • Have them take a break from whatever medium they are using, For example, if they are making hurtful comments about others on Facebook, get them to take a break from Facebook for a few days. If they are sending nasty text messages, then they should lose their cell phone privileges for a while.
  • Talk to them about the devastating psychological harm they could cause. We are all aware of the terrible cases of children taking their own lives because of bullying of all types. Don’t sugarcoat the effect that their cyber bullying could have on the child they are targeting. Ask them:how would you feel if someone did these things to you or to someone you love?
  • Try to find out why:Ask your child – Did something happen to make you act this way? Is there something going on at home that is encouraging this type of behavior? It may be that your child is the target of bullies and turned to bullying in response. Maybe your child has gotten involved with the “wrong crowd’’ and has been coerced into bullying by others to stay popular with that crowd. If you discover the cause, try to help them deal with that
  • Monitor their Internet and phone activity. Move the computer out of their bedroom.
  • Increase your knowledge of technology. Parents may be unaware of the full range of technologies used by their children. Try to familiarize yourself with these technologies.
  • Share your concernswith your child’s teacher, counselor, or principal. Work together to send clear messages to your child that his or her bullying must stop.  If you or your child needs additional help, talk with a school counselor or mental health professional.

Most important, remember:  Parents are the first line of defense in the war against cyberbullying!

For more information about Deirdre’s House and bullying, click here.

Deirdre’s House is the Center in Morris County for child victims of abuse and/or neglect . It is the only site in Morris County where a child victim can be interviewed and digitally recorded by law enforcement, medically examined and treated by a pediatric abuse specialist, prepared for trial, and clinically counseled in English or Spanish—-all under one roof.  Since opening its doors in 1996, Deirdre’s House has provided services to over 24,000 of Morris County’s child victims.  

 

CCM Offers Free Workshop on Finding Grants for Nonprofits

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CCM Offers Free Workshop on Finding Grants for Nonprofits

RANDOLPH — The County College of Morris (CCM) Library’s Foundation Center Funding Information Network is offering a free workshop on finding grants for nonprofits on Monday, August 28.

The workshop will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the Sherman H. Masten Learning Resource Center, Room 205, on CCM’s Randolph campus, 214 Center Grove Road.

The purpose of this workshop is to find foundation and public charity programs that fund students, artists, writers, filmmakers, musicians, researchers and other individual grant seekers.

The CCM library is a participant in the Foundation Center’s Funding Information Network. Network partners provide a suite of resources including the most comprehensive database on U.S. and, increasingly, global grant makers and their grants.

The workshop is free but registration is required. Call (973) 328-5300 to reserve a seat.

Emma Swan will be a featured playwright in “One Act Jamboree”

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Emma Swan will be a featured playwright in “One Act Jamboree”

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Emma Swan, a junior at Parsippany High School, will be one of the featured playwrights at the Rhino Theatre’s One Act Jamboree in Pompton Lakes from Friday, August 25 to Sunday, August 27.  Emma’s one act drama, No News, was selected to be staged over hundreds of submitted plays. At seventeen, she is the youngest playwright in this year’s One Act Jamboree.

The drama was written by Emma last year as part of a class assignment for her creative writing class.  She is thrilled for the opportunity to have her work staged and performed for an audience. 

The Rhino Theatre’s One Act Jamboree will feature seven one act plays. At the end of each performance, audiences will be asked to vote for their favorite.  The winner with the most votes over the weekend will win $500.00. 

The Jamboree runs Friday through Sunday, tickets can be purchased by clicking here.

Rhino Theatre is located at 237 Hamburg Turnpike.

Driver charged with DWI after motor vehicle crash

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Driver charged with DWI after motor vehicle crash

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Sergeant Matthew LaManna and Patrol Officer C. Dottino responded to the area of Route 46 West and Crown Point Road for a motor vehicle crash at 8:44 p.m. on Sunday, August 13.

After arriving on scene, Patrol Officer Christopher Dottino determined that a 2009 Audi A3, driven by Christina Vignola, 30,Parsippany, crashed into the rear of a 2014 Toyota Corolla.

No injuries were reported. Upon further investigation it was determined that Ms. Vignola was driving while intoxicated.

She was subsequently arrested and transported to Police Headquarters and charged with Driving While Intoxicated and Reckless Driving.

She was released on her own recognizance pending her court date.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

 

Kiwanis Club delivers school supplies to Parsippany Human Services.

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Kiwanis Club delivers school supplies to Parsippany Human Services.

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany recently delivered its Annual Back-to-School Supplies to benefit the children of Parsippany-Troy Hills. The collection was delivered to Parsippany’s Director of Human Services Michele Picone.

The school supplies were donated by members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. Items included backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, crayons, erasers and other assorted items for the children to prepare for back-to-school.

To reach Michele Picone, Director of Humans Services call (973) 263-7163.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany ensures that all children have the opportunity to lead healthy, successful lives. They believe that by helping one child, you help the world.

For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany click here, or visit the club at their weekly breakfast meeting held on Thursdays at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46.

Applebee’s Parsippany is not closing

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Applebee’s Parsippany is not closing

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — DineEquity, the parent company of the Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar brand, announced last week that it expects to close between 105 – 135 restaurants across the country.

Doherty Enterprises, owners of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar Parsippany, wants to assure our valued guests and employees that the franchised Applebee’s locations that they own and operate are 100 percent open for business.

As an organization, Doherty Enterprises has a strong financial footing with a strategic plan that calls for continued new unit growth. They are a recognized leader in the industry, operating more than 150 restaurants across seven strong concepts. They look forward to continuing to fulfill our company’s mission to Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers while delivering a quality dining experience that our guests have come to expect.

Established in 1985, Doherty Enterprises, Inc. is recognized as the 68th largest privately-held business in the New York Metro area by Crain’s Business and the 11th  largest franchisee in the United States as ranked in the Restaurant Finance Monitor, operating seven restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Quaker Steak & Lube, Noodles & Company, and two of its own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub and Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas. In 2015, Nation’s Restaurant News ranked Doherty Enterprises as the 78th largest U.S. Foodservice revenue company, up from 85 in 2014. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates over 150 restaurants in northern, southern and central New Jersey, on Long Island, as well as locations throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island and sections of Florida and Georgia. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Communities We Serve” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.”

Applebee’s Parsippany honors the “Greater Parsippany Rewards” card by offering a 10% discount on all food items.

 

PHHS Students volunteer during “Macy’s Shop for a Cause” event

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PHHS Students volunteer during “Macy’s Shop for a Cause” event

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Students from Parsippany Hills High School volunteered this past weekend for March of Dimes at Macy’s in the Rockaway Mall.

It was the annual Shop for a Cause. Volunteers included Philip Yao, Jeremy Yang, David Lam, Konner Stavrou, Olivia Terrell, Rishi Yagappen, Matthew Kwan, Karoline Xiong, Katherine Grant, Yuanting Yang, Dua Ahmad, Alexis Higginbotham and Ravi Parekh.

Macy’s customers to participate in its 12th annual Shop For A Cause charity event benefitting the March of Dimes, which began on Thursday, August 10 through Sunday, August 13. Macy’s Shop For A Cause was a four-day shopping event created to support the fundraising efforts of nonprofit organizations. Since 2006, the program has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for thousands of charities across the country. New this year, Macy’s partnered with the March of Dimes to produce a short film titled, “First Hug,” which can be viewed by clicking here.

For the seventh year, Macy’s has designated the March of Dimes, the leading nonprofit organization in support of pregnancy and baby health, as its national in-store and online beneficiary of Shop For A Cause. Customers were asked to give $5 to the March of Dimes at any Macy’s register and receive a savings pass valid for 20 to25 percent off select regular-priced and sale items all weekend long.

As part of Macy’s support for the March of Dimes mission to give every baby the healthiest start in life, Macy’s is inviting shoppers to write a letter of hope and support to a family of a baby in a hospital Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) by clicking here.

“Macy’s has supported the work of national and local charities through our Shop For A Cause program for more than a decade,” said Lauren Anania, Macy’s director of cause marketing. “Together with our associates and customers, we are deeply proud to again raise much-needed funds for the March of Dimes in support of families across the country, while offering shoppers four days to enjoy great savings.”

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