* * * * * * E C R W S S * * * * * * L o c a l P o s t a l C u s t o m e r Proverbs 3:5 Like Us on Facebook. Scan QR Code By Joseph Stanley Kurp Jr. F or over twenty three years, Deacon Frank Owens has been a beloved figure in Chester, and especially at St. Lawrence Church. Since he was ordained as a Deacon, he has contributed in becoming a major part St. Lawrence and the entire Chester community. To commemorate his meaningful years of service with his retirement from active diaconate ministry nearing, Frank and his family will be honored on Sunday September 21st, 2014 during the 11:30AM mass at St. Lawrence, locat- ed on Main Street P.O. Box 730 in Chester. Along with Frank and his family being honored during mass, a reception will follow at St. Lawrence Church Hall, located at the churchs lower level. The reception, which includes lunch and mingling with other parishioners looks to bring Franks family and the entire St. Lawrence commu- nity together to celebrate his many years of service. I dont remember ever wanting to become a deacon, but I did feel a strong urge to live a life of service said Frank. That is exactly what the role of deacon is, to be of service. Frank is a North Carolina native as he was born in Asheville. Married for over 50 years to Conchita Owens, the two, along with their 3 children have been residents of Chester since they moved there from South Jersey in 1974. Before becoming a Deacon, Frank received an under- graduate degree in the field of music and had a career in teaching high school instrumental music for a year. After moving to New York City, he found it difficult to land a music position and started working in the airline industry. Longtime St. Lawrence Deacon to be Honored for Years of Service Frank worked as an Airline Industry Manager for AT&T Market Management and worked for many years with Trans World Airlines in cities like Kansas City, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington. After leaving the airline industry in 1985, he had a HR career with a specialty in out- placement until 2004. Wanting to live a life of service, Frank began his dia- conate formation in 1988, about 12 years after he and his family joined St. Lawrence in 1976. Franks family has con- tinued to receive unconditional love from the St. Lawrence Church family and have been fully committed to serving the Chester and St. Lawrence community ever since then, espe- cially since Frank retired from full time HR consulting. Frank especially loves serving the children of Chester because he feels they are always open and that they may be future contributors to the church and its community. Through baptisms, funerals, joys, and sorrows, Chester families have honored me by inviting me into their hearts and homes said Frank. These relationships are solid and unconditional, built and sustained by love and all through the grace of God. Although Frank is retiring from active ministry, Frank remains committed to serving the St. Lawrence and Chester communities as administrative duties and other schedule demands for Frank will now enable him to expand his serv- ice commitments. Deacon Frank Owens T he Chester First Aid Squad is once again partnering with Chester Township and Chester Borough to organ- ize the popular annual Town-Wide Treasures Garage Sale. The event will be held on Saturday, September 13th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m, with a rain date of Sunday, September 14th - As in past years, sellers can set up at their homes, and for a $10 fee be listed with key items on a master list on a town-wide Google map. This is a convenient method for treasure hunters and sellers alike. Last year over 40 house- holds participated in the event. As an alternative to setting up at home, sellers are invited to display their wares at the centrally-located CFAS headquar- ters location at 100 North Road across from Black River Middle School in Chester. Local community groups and busi- nesses are also welcome to set up a table, as well as residents of neighboring towns. For a spot at the CFAS location, a tax- deductible donation to CFAS of $20 is requested. Participants should bring one or two tables; chairs will be provided. CFAS will provide free popcorn, and soda and water will be avail- able for sale. Free ambulance tours will be offered to the pub- lic. For more information about the Town-Wide Treasures Garage Sale Event, email: recreation@chestertownship.org; To participate, register at: http://register.communitypass.net/ chestertwp Chester First Aid Squad (CFAS) Partners with Chester Twp and Boro for Annual Town-Wide Treasures Garage Sale Page 2, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline T ickets are now on sale for the Chester Lions Club sponsored "Mark Twain Himself" show that will take place at the Black River Playhouse on Saturday, October 25th at 7:30 PM. One hundred years ago Mark Twain was the most popular speaker and entertainer in the world. He traveled the world packing the- aters and town halls. "Mark Twain Himself" returns author and humorist Samuel Clemens to the stage. All from the pen of Mark Train and authentic in every detail, this very entertaining and hilarious show is performed live on stage by acclaimed stage actor Richard Garey. This is great theater chock full of comedy and heartwarming drama. Tickets are priced at $18 per person and may be obtained by contacting Lion Stan Pukash at JoanandStan@embarqmail.com. Tickets are limited and will sell out quickly "A man who carries a cat by the tail learns something he can learn in no other way." Mark Twain Mark Twain Himself C hester Lioness Club meets on the first Thursday of the month (except July and August) at 6:30 PM in the Lamplighter Restaurant, 190 West Main Street, Chester, NJ. New members are welcome. For more information phone Holly Simmenroth 908- 879-5932. The clubs purpose is to encourage civic minded persons to serve their community and foster a spirit of understanding among the people of the community, state and world. Activities include raising funds to provide scholarships to high school gradu- ates for further education, assisting The Jersey Battered Womens Association, Camp Marcella for the Blind, The NJ Foundation for the Blind, The Lions Charitable Foundations, The American Cancer Society, Chester Area Senior Housing, Chester Lions Club Oktoberfest, The Chester Theater Group, The Chester Food Pantry, The Messiah Community Resource Corporation, Operation CHILL- OUT, Homeless Solutions , Community Hope, Matheny Medical and Educational Center, The Market Street Mission, Creative Heartworks, The Chester Theater Group, The American Cancer Society, Operation Jersey Cares providing "We Care" packages for the Armed Services , as well as participation in Community Events and The Chester Lions endeavors. Chester Lioness Club Activities W ashington Township Recreation Chef it up 2 go is going kid show crazy!! We will have our little chefs and their mom, dad, nana, etc. prepare some fun foods from one of our favorite Kid Shows or Movies!! Chef it up 2 go is for ages 2-5 and will be held on Thursdays September 18- October 9, 2014 from 4pm-5pm at Washington Township Senior Center, Long Valley with a non-refundable fee of $45. Space is lim- ited so register no later than September 11, 2014. For more information contact the recre- ation office at (908) 876-5941or email us at recreation@wtmorris.net or visit our web- site atwww.wtmorris.org. Washington Township Cooking Class for Ages 2-5 Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 3 Page 4, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline H ealth Supportive Chef Sue Stimpson will teach us how to cre- ate delicious and healthy fruit, veg- etable, green juices and smoothies. We will also learn about equipment, tools, tips and tricks to make juicing smoothie creations a success. Washington Township Recreation Department is sponsoring this free healthy cooking on Healthy Smoothie on Wednesday, September 24 at 12:00pm at the Senior Center in Rock Spring Park, Long Valley. Please join us to learn about fun and easy plant based meals to be added to your diet. This class is opened to all ages and pre-reg- istration is required. Call or email Recreation to register at (908) 876-5941 orrecreation@wtmorris.net before September 19, 2014. Washington Township Healthy Smoothies O n September 7th at 9:30am, the Stanhope United Methodist Church in Netcong will hold its yearly out- door worship service, followed by a picnic. The service will include communion. All are welcomed to attend. The church is located at #2 Route 183 in Netcong. For more information call 973-347-0247. O n Saturday, September 27th from 10 am - 3 pm the United Presbyterian Church in Flanders will be holding its annual Apple Festival. . Events include RH Farms Market, Irish Dance, a Rock n Roll Band, Live Auction, bouncy house, picnic food, games, face painting, "Just Two Bucks" Table, and a Pie and Bread Baked Goods Table. Theres fun for the whole family! The church is locat- ed at 58 Drakesdale Road in Flanders. Community Welcomed to Outdoor Service Apple Festival J oin Stanhope Hose Company #1 And The Stanhope Recreation Commission For A Corned Beef And Cabbage Fundraiser on Saturday, September 6th, 2014, at the Stanhope Fire House on Main Street in Stanhope from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. The cost $20 per person in advance and $25 per person at the door if tickets are still available seating is limited. (Free beer, soda, and water) Children under 10 are free and will be served hot dogs and french fries. Irish music for your listening pleasure! Tickets are on sale now through September 1st, 2014. For information or to purchase tickets, please contact: Tammy at 201-602-4970, Mike at 201-207-1231 or Mark at 862-432-0237. Corned Beef And Cabbage Fundraiser! Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 5 SUMMER BLOWOUT SALE! GERMAN MADE ? A REPUTATION BUILT ON INNOVATION, QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE All Miele products are instantly identifi- able by their innovative design, use of the finest technology and their unsur- passed commitment to quality. Few other companies can boast of as many first to do... statements. In fact, Miele has built its reputation on introducing radi- cally new approaches to solving real problems long before oth- ers even identified the problem. 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Current inventories are at dangerously low levels and less than half a day supply is avail- able for NJ hospitals and patients. Summer collections are usually slower than normal but this year the State Health Department is reporting a 12% reduction in collections from last year state wide. This has created a deple- tion of readily available blood products for hospitals and trauma centers. Our first major objective is to make sure the blood is ready when patients are in need and given our cur- rent inventory levels, we are urging the pub- lic to respond stated Tina Ilao, President and CEO for the blood center. Demand continues to outpace collections and BCNJ is asking the public for their help in replenishing the cur- rent blood supply. Anyone 17 years or older, in general good health and who has not donat- ed in the past 56 days are asked to consider blood donation at this time. The Blood Center of New Jersey requests that you visit their web site at www.bloodnj.org to find a donation site nearest you. In addition, dona- tion centers are located in Parsippany and West Orange to help with your donation. Blood center officials note that each unit of blood donated is broken down into several components including platelets, plasma, and red cells, so one donation can save up to three lives. The donation process is safe and simple. Donors are first asked medical history ques- tions and given a mini-health check, includ- ing pulse, blood pressure, and iron level. The actual donation of blood takes just 5 to 7 min- utes, and then the donor is given a snack and juice. The entire process generally takes under one hour. Donors will receive a free cholesterol screening. 16 year olds can donate with a consent form signed by accompanying parent/guardian, weight 120 pounds and be in general good health. There is no upper age limit for donors provided they meet health requirements. Donors should bring a signed or picture form of identification and know their S.S. #. Please eat a meal one hour before donating and drink plenty of water. For those who have recently traveled out- side of the United States and for other eligi- bility questions, please call the blood center at 973-676-4700, ext. 132. If you require any additional information, please call 1-800-652-5663, during regular business hours. Blood Supply Dangerously Low Page 6, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline JOAN SIRKIS LAVERY, ESQ. IN PRACTICE FOR OVER 25 YEARS B A N K R U P T C Y We are a Debt Relief Agency and can help you file for Bankruptcy Relief under the Federal Bankruptcy Act Mention This Ad & Receive A $25.00 Discount FREE CONSULTATION 699 WASHINGTON STREET SUITE 103 HACKETTSTOWN N RELIEF FROM CREDITORS N Chapter 7 - Liquidations N Chapter 13 - Wage Earner Plans Evening Hours Available Call 908.850.6161 By Ejvind Boccolini T he community center in Chester Township will likely be quite a green and efficient facility when complete. Though no exact completion date can be known at this time, as officials are continu- ing to make decisions on the next phases of the project, the barn community center, a historic building and former dairy, is shap- As part of their silver award project, girls from Cadette Troop #1307 held several cookie booth sales to raise enough money to buy a new oven/stovetop range and a coffee maker for the barn at Highlands Ridge Park. They also set up collection bins at BRMS and Bragg schools and held a dona- tion event at Shop Rite where Chester area residents generously donated items to help stock the warming station's kitchen with utensils, pots, pans, etc. Let's thank these girls, some of whom are pic- tured here with Mayor Cogger, for their outstanding citizenship! ing up quite nicely. Donations continue and so does the work on this project. The Barn at 100 North Road will serve as a community center and warming station, and in a phone interview last week, Construction Official Jim Fania said Chester Township is grateful that Girl Scout Cadette Troop 1307 raised money to pur- chase and then donate a new oven/stovetop range and coffeemaker. Also, a custom logo was painted on the floor by artist Charlie Pellecer before we sealed it, said Fania. Fania also said that all the trim work is done, as is the painting. The second floor of the barn is set to be worked on as well. The next phase of construction is being decided by officials, and the building will not be open until it is fully complete. This is for the safety of the residents, Fania said. He also noted there are a lot of ideas that the mayor wants to implement, and the goal is to achieve the best efficiency. The many donations of materials, as well as time and Chester Community Center Shaping Up Nicely continued on page 10 Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 7 I n Awe Foundation, Inc. is a registered US based 501 (c) 3 non-profit organi- zation. Its mission is to encourage, engage, and empower individuals affected by abuse and/or addiction using recovery coaching and counseling to inspire individ- uals and communities towards change through lasting transformation. The foundation provides Enthusiasm in Action through coaching and counsel- ing. This uniquely tailored approach com- bines coaching that compliments counsel- ing provided in one-on-one and intimate group settings. The foundations clients and coaches work together to establish accountability on an on-going basis. This relationship enforces and inspired actions that build confidence and help clients to live purposeful and productive lives. In Awe Foundation has grown greatly since its incorporation in 2011. By 2012 the foundation began acquiring clients and coaches who helped spread its message. By 2013, In Awe Foundation held 16 work- shops at no cost to the surrounding com- munity. This included working with Take Shape for Life - a coach based solution to the problem of obesity in America. The Foundation provides a weekly internet radio show through the Hunterdon Chamber Radio. Speak Up and Step Out brings Inspiration through conversation with famous authors, coaches, politicians, industry experts, and local entrepreneurs who support the foundations mission. Listen every Tuesday from 1pm to 2 pm at: http://www.inawefoundation.org/step-up- and-speak-out-weekly-radio-show/. Currently, In Awe Foundation is plan- ning its fourth annual fundraiser in October 2014 in collaboration with the4 Partnership for a Drug Free NJ featuring top talent in the industry, and teaming up with local talent Police Commissioner Brian Swingle and Ruth Altamura-Roll, MA.NCC, LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Future plans for webinars on Anger Management as well as in person Anger Management Groups to be offered to the community. Ultimately the vision of the foundation is to have a physical facility known as a Coaching Center. This Coaching Center will provide for 18 months of services to include counseling and recovery coaching and leadership life skills, along with legal, medical, technology skills. Recovery Life Coach, Founder/President of In Awe Foundation, Meena Singh was awarded the Woman of Outstanding Leadership in Personal Development in May 2013 by the International Womens Leadership Association in New York. Ms. Singh creat- ed In Awe Foundation after her own strug- gles with abuse and addiction. Read her full story Face Your Fears, at: http://www.inawefoundation.org/meena- singh/. The foundation is currently operating solely from donations, interns, and volun- teers. Any contributions would be greatly appreciated to help the foundation further its cause and vision. To support the In Awe Foundation and its work through donations or volunteering, visit at: http://www.inawefoundation.org/contribu- tions/ or www.gofundme.com/332r8k. For more information about In Awe Foundation, visit: http://www.inawefoun- dation.org. To contact In Awe Foundation, call: (973) 440-8427 or e-mail: Info@InAweFoundation.org. An Awesome Story of Success Page 8, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline T he Ritter Family, people who brought you Livingston Car Wash, is at it again. They recently opened Morristown Car Wash and revitalized the car wash experience with a high end hand wash, located in the center of Morristowns automobile district. The hand wash experi- ence takes car washing to the next level. Its an all new, state of the art facility with the latest and greatest equipment the industry has to offer and the know how that only comes with 50 plus years experience. The facility is specially designed to accommo- date everything from todays sports cars to the classics of yester year. We take every possible step to ensure that your vehicle is washed in the safest and most gentle process possible. We prep every vehicle to ensure that any of the dam- aging particles that would possibly damage Morristown Car Wash Has Revitalized The Car Wash Experience a vehicles finish are removed with high pressure prior to entering the tunnel wash process. We believe that the most efficient and safest way to wash a vehicle is by hand using mild detergents. Harsh chemicals can destroy the finish on your vehicle while stripping off protective waxes leaving the painted surfaces vulnerable to damage from environmental factors. After the vehicle is prepped for washing, thick mild detergents are foamed onto the vehicle and mitted in to lift the dirt off of the vehicle. Then the vehicle proceeds through the tunnel to receive any extra waxes to protect and shine the vehicle followed by a fresh water rinse. After the car passes through the finishing step in the tunnel, the blowers, the finish- ing employees towel dry the vehicle with microfiber towels and pressure blow the water out of the mirrors and thoroughly clean all windows. To see what else we do.and there is moreyoull just have to try us. Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 9 Page 10, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline energy, have been most helpful and officials are grateful of this kindness from the community. Officials are now considering geothermal quotes - design and install quotes to just see the cost and rate of return. The mayor wants us to be as close as possible to green, Fania said. Chester Township residents have been donating time and materials toward this project for a while now. This group effort will result in the creation of a commu- nity center to be proud of. Several of the Chester Township residents are also contractors and their aid in the creation of this community center has been incredibly helpful. Open space funds were used to purchase the community center, and it will be a place where local residents can come to get water, or heated shelter in the event of an emergency. The facility can also be used as a venue for a school concert with a choir or band. In general, it will also be designated as an emergency management center. Officials have installed radiant heating in several areas of the building, then finished the bathrooms, and installed gas connections over time. In addition to materials, resi- dents have also donated labor which has been a big help. The facility may have wifi access, and may allow resi- dents to charge their phones and use their labtops. When the community center is complete, there will be a partly open ceiling, and community members attending an event at the center can walk upstairs and view a band or choir, for instance, from upstairs. From upstairs looking down, they will also have an excellent view of the two-story fireplace. These features will add nicely to the facility, mak- ing it an attractive and useful community center. Some other features will include French doors and gran- ite countertops in the kitchen area, a meeting room upstairs, and on the very top of the building, there will be a copola with windows and a light hanging down in the middle. Inside the building, there will be a "wagon wheel" chande- lier. In other Chester Township news, the Chester Township Police Department continues to instruct D.A.R.E (Drug Awareness Resistance Education) at the Black River Middle School. The officers were directly involved in a variety of activities designed to support, educate, and befriend the children. Police officers work to facilitate the growth of these children as members of the community. The Chester Township Police Department has participated in activities and presentations at the school regularly visit with students. Also, Chester Township police will be cracking down on drunk drivers as part of a national campaign. In 2013, alco- hol-impaired fatalities accounted for 22 percent of New Jerseys motor vehicle fatalities, it notes on the Chester Township website. In Chester Borough,check the borough's websitehttp://www.chesterborough.org/calendar/2014-09 for the many meetings scheduled so you can give your input. Over time, borough officials have been working on Larison redevelopment planning, and continue to hold meetings on this and other visionary projects. Chester Community... continued from page 6 O ut-of-work individuals looking for employment can take advantage of free occupational training and job search assistance offered by the Morris/Sussex/Warren Workforce Investment Board and Employment and Training Services. Donna L. Buchanan, director of program operations for Morris/Sussex/Warren ETS, said the agency has successfully provided job skills training services to area residents for more than 50 years. In this extraordinarily competitive employment market, it is essential that job seekers make an extra effort to stand out from the crowd, Buchanan said. Keeping skills sharp and updating resumes with attained credentials will lead to well- paying jobs in 21st century careers. According to Buchanan, ETS offers eligible job seekers grants of up to $4,000 for training in labor-demand occupations at leading training schools and community colleges, online training, and On- the-Job Training. In addition, training in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint is available at the Morristown One-Stop Career Center. For individuals seeking English as a Second Language (ESL) and Basic Computer instruction, training is available through the Workforce Learning Link, located in the One-Stop Career Center in Randolph. Training eligibility is subject to Workforce Investment Act program guidelines. More infor- mation on Job Skills Training is available online at www.morrishumanservices.org/skills.asp. Employment Services information is also online at www.morrishumanser- vices.org/jobs.asp. Individuals can also call 973-285-6880 for information on these and other free training opportunities, or to schedule a training orientation. Morris Workforce Agency Announces Free Skills Training for Unemployed Job Seekers Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 11 N o storm or injury can prevent Jeff Copen from running a top notch sports training facility and health club. In its second year, Chester Health & Performance Center at 95 West Main Street in Chester has been ranked #1 in the nation in sports training with 133 athletes attaining scholarships. Not the average health club, Chester PHC caters to the average person rather than bodybuilders and heavy lifters. Unable to fulfill his dream of playing for the NFL after sidelined from a career-ending injury, Chester PHC Owner Jeff Copen fol- lowed his passion to work in the field of health and sports. His motivation has been to help other aspiring athletes to reach their potential by preventing injuries and increase athletic ability. Even though I was not able to pursue my own career, there were others I could help reach their potential by preventing the injuries that halted my career, and increasing the athlet- ic ability of others, says Copen, former Rutgers University football player, and stand- out football, basketball and track athlete from West Morris Central in Chester. So I started by creating my own training philosophy and went back to school to get certified in train- ing. Copen started his training in Albuquerque, N.M., quickly having success at the collegiate and professional level, including a three-year stint as a trainer for the United States Olympic Team in Colorado Springs. With local roots, having grown up in Long Valley since 1982, Copen returned to NJ to open his first sports training facility and health club in 1996 in Allamuchy. After seven years, he opened his second facility in 2002 in Mt. Arlington; and his third facility ten years later- Chester PHC. I was ready to create a different type of health club, Chester Health & Performance Center that catered to the average person and not to bodybuilders and heavy lifters and to stress the benefits of sports training to young athletes to increase productivity and decrease injury, explains Copen. I created my own training program called Pre-Hab designed to increase productivity and decrease injury in athletes. To date, we have graduated 133 scholar- ship awarded athletes including 22 All Americans and a Heisman Trophy winner and many pros. This year alone we have four stu- dents going on to compete at the collegiate level. Two are from West Morris Central going to Univ. of Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. One is from Mendham going to Rochester Institute of Technology; and one from Gill St. Bernards going to Univ. of Scranton. As a health club, personal training facility and sports training facility, Chester PHC prides itself as a family run family friend- ly environment not a giant warehouse facility. The facility opened in Chester in Dec. 2012, despite set backs faced from Hurricane Sandy three months prior. For more information, call (908)955-7773. Sports Training Facility Muscles Average Athlete Page 12, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Gelsamina Malanga Gelsa Broker/Sales Associate Office: 908-879-4900 Ext. 150 Cell/Text: 908-217-7131 www.gelsa.com Coldwell Banker 191 Main Street, Chester, NJ 07930 I am a Full Service Seller/Buyer Agent with 28 years of experience Go to www.gelsa.com for Listing Information and Lots of Photos of this Home! Want to See what your Home is Worth in Todays Market? Go to www.gelsa.com and Click on Market Snapshot NEW VALUE PRICE ...YOU WILL BE IMPRESSED! 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According to Brian Stellingwerf who was instrumental in start- ing the carnival when he was 11, "in the past twelve years alone, we have successfully donated over $21,000" making a difference in the lives of less fortunate children. The Children's Carnival will take place at Horseshoe Lake this year, 72 Eyland Avenue, Roxbury, NJ, 07876 on Sunday August 3rd, 2014, 3:00pm to 6:30pm. Join the Chester Lions Club in donating any amount to provide vital services to needy families. Gift cards will be pur- chased from the Ledgewood Wal-mart with the proceeds. Roxbury Social Services distributes the cards in conjunction with Operation Backpack. Community Hope, founded almost 30 years ago by Carmela Lunt and Eileen Griffith, has created a brighter future for those in our communities disabled by men- tal illness. In support of their effort, the Chester Lions Club has donated $3,500 to subsidize Community Hope's Annual Getaway for the disabled in several Morris County resi- dences. The three day trip is the only opportunity for many of them to experience a holiday. The organization creates a bright future for individuals recovering from mental ill- ness and substance abuse by providing housing and services in a dignified, respect- ful and person-centered way. Emphasizing wellness and recovery, the programs focus on helping individuals set goals and strive to meet them. Residents attend rehabilita- tion programs, volunteer their time or secure employment. Those interested in the Chester Lions Club's continuing effort to help others can contact Phil Savell at 908-879-6543 or visit our website at wwwchesterlionsclubnj.com. The Chester Lions Club News Next Issue Date June 17, 2014 Deadline June 6th Call Joe for info. 973-809-4784 Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 13 J oin the Morris County Historical Society on Thursday, September 11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a 1920s Speakeasy Night, an evening celebration of its current exhibit Bottoms Up: Cocktails, Cider, and Civil Rights. The evening fea- tures light refreshments, historically- inspired spirituous beverages, 1920s- themed tours of Acorn Hall, and at 5 p.m., Professor Peter Mabli of Fairleigh Dickinson University is on tap with a lec- ture on the history of whiskey. Bottoms Up: Cocktails, Cider, and Civil Rights follows Morris Countys tavern, hotel, and restaurant culture from the rise of Florham Parks infamous Canary Cottage during Prohibition through to the day Randolphs Saltz Hotel closed its doors. The exhibit looks at a diverse 60 year peri- od from 1918 through 1978 in Morris County that included Prohibition, the devel- opment of African-American taverns, the first LGBT bar in northern New Jersey, and the Jewish culture of the Mount Freedom Borscht Belt resorts. Admission for the 1920s Speakeasy Night is $15 for non-MCHS members, and $8 for MCHS members. For more informa- tion about this special event, please call the Morris County Historical Society at 973- 267-3465. The Society is located at Acorn Hall, 68 Morris Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960. Founded in 1946, the Societys mission is dedicated to the discovery, preservation, promotion, and interpretation of Morris County history through events, programs, exhibits, and preservation advocacy. The Morris County Historical Society is a mem- ber-supported, 501 (c)3 non-profit organi- zation. The MCHS receives operating funds from the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the New Jersey Historical Commission, and project grant funding from the New Jersey Cultural Trust, The Morris County Heritage Commission, and the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust. The Morris County Historical Society Presents: 1920s Speakeasy Night Attention Schools, Churches, Organizations Send Your Press Releases to mary.lalama@gmail.com Page 14, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline S o your dog had an accident or your kids spilled juice or din- ner guests spilled wine on your rug and now youre in panic mode. But no need to worry, most stains are treat- able if addressed quickly! First thing with any liq- uid stain is to blot it up with a damp paper towel as quickly as possible. Remember to blot not to rub it in (rubbing will exac- erbate the problem by pushing the stain further into the carpet fibers). 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For other floor care tips, follow us on Facebook at www.face- book.com/jsdesignerfloor- ing or subscribe to our blog at aknotabove.wordpress. com Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 15 T he Chatham Community Band-Jazz Ensemble, is an all- volunteer organ- ization dedicated to preserving clas- sic jazz, big band and swing music. The jazz ensemble performs at local venues includ- ing the Methany Center in Peapack, Franciscan Oaks in Denville, and the annu- al Fishawack Community Day in Chatham. For more information on the band, visit www.ccb-jazz.org. Instrumental musicians, interested in joining the band should contact the director, George Estes at 973-326-8982 or email at geestes@optonline.net for more information. Local Jazz Ensemble Keeps Classic Jazz, Swing and Big Band Music Alive Page 16, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Friends of the WTPL Movie Night - Wednesday, August 20, at 6:30 p.m. A brilliant con man, along with his equal- ly cunning and seductive British partner, is forced to work for a wild FBI agent who pushes them into a world of Jersey power- brokers and mafia that's as dangerous as it is enchanting. Free snacks! Lunch 'n' Learn: "What You Need to Know About Home Health Care But Are Afraid to Ask" - Monday, August 25, from Noon - 2 p.m In several industry surveys, upwards of 90 percent of the elderly say they want to stay at home and age in place. But some sen- iors seem leery of home care. That may be because there are a few misconceptions that often surround care for the elderly at home. Come and learn from Barbara London, Elder Care Expert and President of Freedom Elder Care, about the ins and outs of choosing the appropriate home health care agency and services for you or your loved ones. A complimentary luncheon will be served. Seating is limited, so you must reg- ister by calling the library at 908-876-3596 Sponsored by the Senior Resource Center, 50 Route 24, Chester, NJ, 908-879- 2202, www.SeniorResourceCenter.org. Strength and Cardio Classes Registration is now open for new stu- dents for the Fall session of Strength and Cardio classes which will begin the week of September 8. Evening classes are held on Mondays at 5:30 and Wednesdays at6:00 at the Community Presbyterian Church on Main Street in Chester. Afternoon classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 at the Long Valley Presbyterian Church on Bartley Road. 'We don't miss a muscle' in these fun, high-energy classes which combine upper and lower body workouts, (using weights and loop bands), with cardio and ab routines. All classes begin with a warm-up and end with a long series of relaxing stretches. Routines are all done to upbeat music and the time flies by! You'll never have more fun getting in shape than you will with us!! Classes fill up very quickly, so call today for further information and to register. Contact Arlene at LifeLong Fitness ~ (201) 317-5871. Visit our website ~ www.lifelong- fitness1.com ~ for more information on what we have to offer. Family Chess Club - Thursday, August 28, at 7 p.m. All ages welcome, even grownups - must be able to play. Play for prizes! Use our LEGO chess board! No registration required. Washington Township Happenings Yoga Fall Yoga classes are now forming and it is for ages 13-99. Yoga is suitable for every- one, from the absolute beginner to a more seasoned practitioner, and will consist of a series of strengthening, toning, relaxing breath and meditation exercises. Fall Yoga is a ten week program and will be held on Wednesdays from October 1 December 10, 2014 at Washington Township Senior Center. Classes will be held from 1-2PM or 4:15-5:15pm with a non-refundable fee of $105. Space is limit- ed so register no later than September 24, 2014. For more information contact the recre- ation office at (908) 876-5941 or email us at recreation@wtmorris.net or visit our web- site at www.wtmorris.org. Senior Chair Yoga. Yoga is suitable for everyone and is a growing population of aging adults that can greatly benefit from gentle stretches, guided breathing tech- niques and assisted strength building. Chair Yoga is a ten week program and will be held on Wednesdays from October 1 December 10, 2014 at Washington Township Senior Center, Long Valley from 11:00am-12:00pm. Early-Bird registration is a non-refundable fee of $95 before September 22nd. Fee will increase after September 22nd to $105. Space is limited so register no later than September 29, 2014. For more information contact the recre- ation office at (908) 876-5941 or email us at recreation@wtmorris.net or visit our web- site at www.wtmorris.org. Radio City Bus Trip Washington Township Recreation is sponsoring a trip to Radio City Music Hall to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular on Saturday November 15, 2014 for their 1:00pm matinee show. Bus leaves the Senior Center, located in Rock Spring Park at 10:00am and will return approx. 4:00pm. This will allow you some time to walk around before the show to pick up lunch or do some lite shopping. A nonrefundable fee of $66 for Residents and $72 for Non Residents in the 1st Mezzanine seating section is due before October 31, 2014. Tickets are sold on a first come basis so do not wait as we only have 12 tickets left. A trip form must be filled out along with your check made payable to WT Recreation, and mail to Washington Township Recreation, 50 Rock Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853. If you have any ques- tions, please contact our office at 908-876- 5941 or visit our website at www.wtmorris.org. Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 17 T he Knights of Columbus-Council 5410, based in Flanders, NJ recently awarded scholarships to local high school seniors in the Flanders, Randolph and Chester areas. Recipients were Timothy Iverson- St Lawrence the Martyr Parish- Chester, Jeffrey Noble-St Elizabeth Seton Parish-Flanders, Julienne Manning Caprio- Grandaughter of David Manning (deceased charter member of Council 5410) and Matthew Carle-St Matthew the Apostle Parish-Ironia/Randolph . The Knights of Columbus congratulates each of these deserving high school seniors and wishes each continued success in their future aca- demic careers. The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic Men's fraternal, charitable, bene- ficial and service organization, founded in 1882, with over 1.8 million members world- wide. Knights of Columbus Council 5410 Flanders Scholarship Recipients Page 18, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline A LOHA of Flanders is hosting a fun filled Open House on Sunday, August 24 at their Netcong Center. ALOHA has been helping kids improve their math and language skills since 2006. The enhanced learning experience they pro- vide for youngsters results in an all-around development of the child. To celebrate the joy of learning and being a pioneer in the field of mind math, ALOHA of Flanders is hosting an open house event in their Netcong location. Its a great way for parents and kids to experience what ALOHA has to offer. The fun and edu- cating event will be packed with games, activities, demos, raffles, and exciting prizes. During the Open House, parents and kids will be able to: Learn about various ALOHA programs Meet the teachers Interact with current ALOHA families The courses at ALOHA are designed to give kids the competitive edge in school and they have helped a number of kids across the country and continue to help many more. ALOHA stands for ABACUS Learning of Higher Arithmetic. ALOHA offers both Mind Math and Reading | Writing Program. ALOHA Mind Math is an after school program designed and structured by a panel of experts from the field of Mathematics. The program is imparted by certified and qualified teachers who aim to provide a fun filled and interactive learning environment. Comprehensive Development of both the right and the left brain is what experts rec- ommend in child. Not only does the childs ability to solve mathematical problems improve; with ALOHA the childs attention span, memory, analyzing power, observa- tion, listening and logical reasoning gets enhanced leading to all round development. ALOHAs Reading | Writing program is an after-school, instructor-led program with an emphasis on writing for children from grades 1 to 5. The program goes beyond the kids current school curriculum to foster lit- eracy, providing meaningful opportunities for practice and application. Particular emphasis is placed on phonemic awareness, decoding and reading. The ALOHA Reading | Writing program encourages active learning of these skills by combining reading and writing through journaling, dis- cussing current events, and participation in the ALOHA Reward System. Small group classes ensure that the kid receives step-by- step instruction from a qualified and trained Witness First-Hand What ALOHA Has to Offer Kids teacher. Activities in each session are designed to encourage reading and writing and listening, speaking, and self-evaluation. For more information please contact us at: ALOHA of Flanders, 42 Main Street (II Floor), Netcong, NJ 07857, 973-804-0120 ALOHA of BASKING RIDGE, School of Saint Elizabeth, 30 Seney Drive, Bernardsville, NJ 07924, 973-804-0120 Visit us at: For Flanders: http://www.aloha- usa.com/centers/Flanders For Basking Ridge: http://www.aloha- usa.com/centers/BaskingRidge Follow us at Face Book: www. facebook. com/ pages/ Al oha-of- Basking-Ridge/129818903758428 www.facebook.com/pages/Aloha-Mind- Math-Flanders-NJ/197854156900322 Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 19 O n July 22nd 2014, The OFFICE Tavern Grill hosted its Grand Opening to Benefit The Morristown Neighborhood House. Located off the Green in Morristown on south street. Many came out to enjoy the new addition to the neighborhood It was a great evening to showcase the new renovations, food and service said Owner Anthony Scotto. Serving up signature dishes like Chicken and Waffles, Sweet Potato Nachos, Short Ribs with Grits. With cocktails flowing, the night did not end there. Wanting to give back to the community through this event, The OFFICE Tavern Grill teamed up with several local companies to support the fundraising portion of the evening. Audi, Depasquale Spa, Mendham Spa, Press Jewelers, Braunschweiger Jewelers, Hendricks Gin, Hudson Baby Bourbon, Morris Essex Magazine and Velocity 1 Media, donated and supported the event in which The OFFICE Tavern Grill of 40NORTH Restaurants was able to raise and contribute $7725.00 to the mission of The Morristown Neighborhood House and Cornerstone Family Programs. Take a look at some of the great pictures! The OFFICE Tavern Grill Hosted Its Grand Opening Page 20, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 21 By Cheryl Conway A fter a year-long celebration with events in recogni- tion of WashingtonTownships 275th anniversary, Long Valley residents can become even greater his- tory buffs this year which marks New Jerseys 350th Anniversary. To recognize NJs milestone, the Washington Township Historical Society has planned several events such as dedi- cation of a new Historical Marker in downtown Long Valley, annual historical house tour as well as participation in The Pathways of History tour in October. By learning about their history, residents can appreciate the area more in which they live. You have to know where you came from, what you have now and what you need to protect, says Betsy Guzenski, vice president of the Washington Township Historical Society and co-author of Images of America Series Washington Twp.-Morris County. The area does have rich history. As part of NJs 350th Anniversary, Washington Twp. has been asked to participate in the Pathways of History Tour for the first time. The Pathways of History tour is an annu- al event in Northern Morris County that will be heldSat., Oct. 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sun., Oct. 12, noon to 4 p.m. There are no admission fees. To prepare for the tour, Guzenski has been trying to coordinate some displays at the Washington Township Historical Society Museum at 6 Fairview Ave. inLong Valley, such as a Family Tree of Washington Townships founding fathers. Samuel Swackhamer was one of the founding fathers who came over in 1732. Once he settled here, he wrote to his friends in Germany and said you need to come over here too, describes Guzenski, who is very familiar with the towns history after spending only six weeks writing the series on Washington Twp. published last year in celebra- tion of the townships 275th Anniversary. Agriculturally it was perfect, explains Guzenski as to what attracted the founding fathers. With the Raritan River running through it, it had open fields, it reminded him of the area he came from in Germany. Swackhamer was an imprisoned passenger from Germany who had been released in the area, she says. The Duffords also came over in 1738. With some fami- ly members from the founding families still living in the area or close enough, the Swackhamer and Dufford families recently held a reunion in town. Also included in the tour is a visit to the Old Stone Union Church Cemeterylocated right next to the museum. In ruins, but since stabilized since the Washington Twp. Historical Society has become its caretaker, the structure was the first church that housed the German/Lutheran and German/Reform congregations. The church ruins were stabilized about three years ago by an archaeologist hired to make sure the foundation was stable enough to maintain. In the 1970s, the church roof fell in. nobody repainted walls or took care of it, so it caved in, says Guzenski, who has been involved with the histor- ical society for the past six years after she retired from 33 years of teaching. In the future, Guzenski hopes for seeding to grow a memorial garden for visitors and fix up the church so peo- ple can walk inside to sit. John Solomon Teetzel, a famous person from the area that carved headstones at cemeteries, signed one of the headstones at the cemetery. He signed JS Teetzel on the headstone of Catharina Flack, which was later switched to Flock, a well known name in town such as Flocktown Road and FlocktownSchool, adds Guzenski. The church is also historically significant because Pastorate Henry M. Muhlenberg, who is known as the father of Lutheranism in America, preached there. The cemetery is the burial grounds of the first settlers of what was then called German Valley. The name of the town had switched several times since its origin. The Lenape Indians had called the area Long Valley; the Dutch changed it to Dutch Valley; the founding fathers of Germany changed it to German Valley in 1805, but then after the war in 1910 many did not want to identi- fy with Germany, so the name was switched back to Long Valley, explains Guzenski. There are also four townships in NJ that are named Washington Twp., but the local one was named first, she notes, adding that George Washington did spend a night in the area. Before the area became its own township, it was part of Roxbury Twp. It was huge, says Guzenski. People said we could be our own township so in the late 1700s, Long Valley broke off on its own. With 44 square miles, and Roxbury also 44 square miles, Long Valley area dwellers wanted to be under their own town government, she says. Long Valley has always been the hub of the township Long Valley Residents Embrace NJs 350thAnniversary continued on next page Page 22, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline of Washington Twp. In 1887, 11 districts made up the Washington Twp. area, she describes. Those districts were divided into three main areas: Middle Valley Historic District, German Valley Historic District and Schooleys Mountain area. Other than the Long Valley district, the rest of the areas are very rural, says Guzenski, who describes it as starting out as a big agricultural township, with a lot of orchards such as corn, potatoes and whatever they needed to sur- vive like wheat, hay and barley. One fellow made molasses; he had sugar cane and made molasses, says Guzenski. In 1810, the Washington Turnpike was completed so res- idents of GermanValley could travel to Morristown. By the late 1800s, we were one of the first major resort areas in America, rivaled by Newport, Rhode Island andSaratoga Springs. Many tourists were attracted to the local area because of the purest water at a spring at Schooleys Mountain dis- covered by the Indians, says Guzenski. Two chemists from the University of New York conducted an analysis of the chalybeate water and claimed it to be the purest water in the world. While the water was pure enough to drink, it tasted vile, she says, but people wanted to visit the area just to bathe in it. For hosuing, Joseph Heath started Heath House, followed by a compound of buildings. Other establishments followed. In 1810, Connover Browne established the first hotel in the area near the springs on Schooley Mountain called Belmont Hall, which later became known as Dorin Court. We were a hot spot for the wealthy, says Guzinski attracting noteworthy people to the area such as the Roosevelts, Ulysses S. Grant and Benjamin Harrison. Celeste Holms grandmother owned a farm in the area and lived here until she died; Thomas Edison rented a cottage in the area; Albert Einstein went to Long Valley for chicken dinners on Sundays. It was a hopping place, says Guzinski, who has lived in Long Valley for 28 years in a 1730 Stone Barn owned by a local farmer, the Zellers. Long Valley is also home to John C. Welsh who started Welsh Farms in town in 1891. Once the Jersey Central Railroad was established in 1876 and ran for 100 years, a tremendous amount of quar- ries were established in the area for iron ore and crushed stone to pave highways, describes Guzinski. The railroad also led to a decline to the hotel era in the township, says Guzinski, with tourists then choosing to visit beaches instead. They could go to Newport, they had ocean beaches and big money, or Saratoga Springs for horse races, or even to the beautiful mountainous resorts in the Catskills. To learn more about historical places in Long Valley, attend the annual historical house tour, Autumn in the Valley Historical House Tour set for Sat., Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year historic homes built along the South Branch of the Raritan River will be featured. To recognize NJs 350 years, The Washington Township Historical Society is a participant in Pathways of History, Sat., Oct 11 and Sun., Oct.12. This is a self-guided weekend tour with about 18 local history groups in Morris County participating. Washington Twps special events for that weekend will feature musical historian Sharon Kuechelmann on Saturday; and historical tours of the Union Church and Cemetery; exhibits on The Famous Schooleys Mountain Spring and Grand Hotels, the High Bridge branch of the Central Railroad; a clarinet once played by a local boy for the Marquis de Lafayette; the hotel register with the signa- ture of President Ulysses S. Grant; and vignettes on local past residents of Washington Twp., explains Mary Ann Kordys, president of the Washington Twp. Historical Society. As part of the 350th Anniversary of NJ, a new beautiful sign that was put up last year in front of the 250 year old Zion Lutheran Church in downtown LongValley will be dedicated to recognize the German Valley area. A date for the sign dedication has not been set yet. The new Historical Marker was installed through a grant from the Morris County Heritage Commission, according to Kordys. Local residents jumped into their towns history last year with events held almost every month to recognize Washington Twps 275 year anniversary. Events ranged from a lecture series at the library; a beer called 1738 named by the Long Valley Pub; concert at Middle Valley Community Center which was the original store/post office; historical tour of Old German Valley; fall festival and parade with Ort family members as grand marshals filling up tractors to ride during the parade; and even an 1800 style baseball game with players wearing vintage uniforms and late 1800 baseball rules. continued from previous page Long Valley Residents... Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 23 P icture the quintessential Chester Township home and you see 610 Old Chester Road. Situated where one can enjoy the bucolic land- scape of the surrounding area, this 4 bedroom 3 bath home has that and more. Oversized bay and picture windows, slid- ing glass door and an abun- dance of skylights everywhere make the home a bright and sunny place. Built in the 1800s with two 20th Century additions, the house retains the charm of original features such as built-in cupboards, book- shelves, window seat, and a brick fireplace, while also pro- viding the light and high ceil- ings of a more contemporary design. The kitchen and din- ing room area have windows galore. Sunrises and sunsets flood the house in the morn- ings and evenings. Located on the first floor, creating one- floor living space if desired, the master has windows that look out onto both the front and back landscape. A wood burning fireplace and over- sized bay window set the stage for the living room. Adjoining and open to that room is the den which also goes from front to back. This layout then offers terrific light with a bay Wonderful Home In Bucolic Setting window in the front and an entire wall of windows and side slider along the back. A second floor bedroom has its own entrance making it a potential studio or guest suite. There is a full bath directly off this room. Patios at the front and back running nearly the entire length of the house offer wonderful outdoor living space. Offered at $575,000, this home is listed with Susan Eagan of Coldwell Bankers Mendham Office. She may be reached at 908-963-1112. Page 24, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Deborah Waddell, Dipl. Ac., C.A. Valley Professional Center, 59 East Mill Road (Rt. 24), Suite 2-201-A, Long Valley, New Jersey, 07853 (908) 876-3643 Treating: Mental and Emotional Issues Musculo-skeletal and Neurological Upper Respiratory Tract Gastrointestinal Disorders Reproductive System SPECIALIZING IN INFERTILITY IN FEMALES & MALES Deborah Torrance, Dipl. Ac., C.A. As Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine continue to gain acceptance in the west, they are increasingly being used in conjunction with western conventional medicine to treat a range of conditions, including cancer. Acupuncture in par- ticular has received a lot of attention for its use in cancer pain and post-operative and chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. According to an article by Dr. N. Samuels (2002) published in the research journal, Harefuah: Acupuncture's use in cancer patients has been recommend- ed by the American Cancer Society (ACS) for the treatment of cancer and treatment-related symptoms. Pain, nausea, breathlessness, vasomotor symptoms and limb edema have all been found to respond to this treatment modality.(2) Dr. Samuels further states that acupuncture can act against carcinogens (factors attributable to cancer develop- ment) through its ability to reduce stress and enhance immune function.(2) In fact, several cancer centers have begun incorporating acupuncture for treating cancer-related symptoms such as pain(3) and many patients have had sig- nificant results in the reduction of their symptoms.(4) Before describing how acupuncture can be effectively inte- grated into the care of the patient, it may be helpful to first gain an appreciation of what cancer is and the various west- ern conventional therapies that are often used in its treat- ment. What is cancer? As you may know, cancer is one of the leading causes of death in North America. Cancer aris- es from abnormal changes in the genetic make-up of cells that cause them to multiply uncontrollably. The abnormal cells then spread locally or to other regions of the body via the lymphatic or blood circulation. Several factors are believed to trigger the cell mutations that give rise to can- cer. These include hereditary susceptibility, immune dys- function, increasing age, improper dietary intake, extreme stress, hormonal therapy and environmental, infectious, and therapeutic carcinogens (agents that are associated with cancer development).(5,6,7) Conventional treatment Common cancer therapies include surgery, chemothera- py, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and hormonal thera- py. While surgery involves the physical removal of tumors, other treatments such as chemotherapy work on inhibiting cell growth and multiplication. All these therapies can be very effective and are often critical components to helping a patient survive. Removing tumors through surgery and radiation can prevent further metastases ( spread of cancer to other areas of the body) and complications. Unfortunately, these and other treatments can be very diffi- cult for the body to process and recover from. Several of the drugs used in chemotherapy are not only toxic to cancer cells but to healthy cells as well and can cause mild to severe bouts of nausea. By depleting the bone marrow and thus inhibiting the production of white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelet cells, chemotherapies can increase a person's risk of infection, cause fatigue and dizziness, and impair wound healing respectively. Furthermore, chemotherapeutic agents can cause hair loss and skin rash- es from damage to the cells of the hair follicles and skin.(5,6,7) Hormonal drugs such as tamoxifen (used in the treatment of breast cancer), have also been shown to increase the risk of thrombosis (blood clotting) and endometrial cancer.(7) Traditional Chinese Medicine Traditional Chinese medi- cine (TCM), which consists of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, tuina (Chinese massage therapy), Chinese Dietary Therapy, counseling, and physical exercise (such as Tai Qi and Qi Gong), is a comprehensive medical system based on over three thousand years of experience. The ear- liest drawings of tumors have been found on turtle shells and "oracle bones" from the eleventh century B.C. Texts dating from 200 B.C. have detailed descriptions of the qual- ity of tumors and their cause.(8) Similar to conventional western medicine, TCM attributes cancer to one or a com- bination of factors such as genetics, lifestyle, and environ- ment. Cancer is the accumulation of external or internal fac- tors or both, that create disharmony in the normal function- ing of the body, and combine to produce a diseased state (8,9). In ancient texts, it was believed that factors such as extreme cold and intense sadness could also lead to unhealthy conditions such as cancer.(8) When treating patients, the TCM physician takes a complete inventory of the person and considers such things as musculoskeletal abnormalities, energy level, body temperature, complexion, sleep, appetite, diet, digestive functioning, emotions, and overall lifestyle. Acupuncture for various stages of cancer or conditions where the cancer is detected early, acupunc- ture can maintain and promote the normal functioning of the body.(10) Several studies done primarily on animals The Multiple Benefits of Acupuncture in Cancer Treatment have shown its ability to boost the immune system and encourage the growth of healthy functioning cells.(3) This could be important for counteracting the result of radiation and chemotherapy that tend to attack both normal and abnormal cells. An additional benefit of acupuncture is that it can induce a state of deep calm and relaxation and allevi- ate physical and emotional tensions. In cases where a tumor has formed, acupuncture can be used pre- and post-opera- tively where appropriate as an adjuvant therapy to surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy.(10) According to a study done by Poulain (1997) on 250 patients who underwent gynecol- ogical surgery for cancer, acupuncture was shown to speed recovery time.(11) A another study done by Aldridge (2001) on a series of 40 breast cancer patients, found that acupunc- ture could reduce nausea and vomiting following surgery and significantly reduce post-operative pain.(12) For advanced stages of cancer, acupuncture can be used in con- junction with other forms of palliative care to significantly reduce the sensation of pain.(10) In some cases, patients may be able to reduce the dosage of pain medication sub- stantially and thereby avoid the harsh side effects that are often associated with them.(11) Some final thoughts Cancer is not a death sentence. It is a life-changing experience not only for those who have it, but for others as well. Educating ourselves as to what options are available for treatment and overall healing can only improve our opportunities to live a healthier and happier life. From providing adjuvant therapy for pain and associated emotional aspects relating to cancer, to treating side-effects such as nausea and decreased immu- nity arising from the more toxic and invasive conventional treatments, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine are invalu- able resources that can guide the body towards a healthier state. References 1. Vancouver Hosts Symposium on Traditional Chinese Medicine and Cancer http://www.Acupuncturetoday.com. Accessed February 18, 2004. Samuels N (2002) Acupuncture for cancer patients: why not? (article in Hebrew) Harefuah. 141(7):608-610, 666. Click here. Accessed March 17, 2004. 3. Filshie J, Thompson JW. Acupuncture. In: Doyle D, Hanks G, Cherry N, Calman K editors. (2004) Oxford textbook of palliative medicine-3rd ed. NY: Oxford University Press. P. 410-424, 1093. 4. Johnstone PA, Polston GR, Niemtzow RC, Martin PJ (2002) Integration of acupuncture into the oncology clin- ic. Palliat Med. 16(3):235-9 Click here. Accessed March 6, 2004 5. What is Cancer? Click here. Accessed Feb. 18, 2004. 6. Holmes, HN (2001) Professional guide to diseases. 7th ed. Springhouse, PA: Springhouse Corporation. 7. Tierney LM, McPhee SJ, Papdakis MA (2004) Current medical diagnosis and treatment 2004. 43rd ed. NY: The McGraw-Hill Companies Incorporated. 8. Gordon JS, Curtin S (2000) Comprehensive cancer care: integrating alternative, complementary, and conventional therapies. NY: Persus Publishing. 9. Li P (2003) Management of can- cer with chinese medicine. St. Albans, UK: Donica Publishing Limited. 10. Mak E. Acupuncture in Cancer Treatment. Click here. Accessed Feb. 18, 2004 11. Poulain P, Pichard Leandri E, Laplanche A, Montagne F, Bouzy J, and Truffa-Bachi J (1997) Electroacupuncture analgesia in major abdominal and pelvic surgery: a randomized study. Acupuncture in Medicine. XV (1), 10-13. Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 25 A rea residents are invited to enjoy a day of family-friendly music for the cost of canned food donations that will support the Community Foodbank of New Jersey. Foodstock 2014, organized by Sound of Humanity, Roxbury Recreation, and Roxbury Arts Alliance will take place at Horseshoe Lake Park, Roxbury, NJ, on August 30, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. For less than $10 the cost of four 16 ounce cans of food a family of four can help New Jersey residents who dont have enough to eat and hear eight different bands that are donating their time and talents to support this event, said Larry Salomon who heads Sound of Humanity. All of the canned goods that will be collected will go directly to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, which has over 1,000 partner organizations through- out the state of NJ. Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) distributes more than 40 million pounds of food a year, helping feed more than 900,000 hungry people in the state. Every day, we see hard-working families, struggling seniors and vulnerable children who face hunger, said Julia Kathan, Director of Public Relations and Communications for CFBNJ. Our latest numbers show that there are more than 39,000 people in Morris Country alone including nearly 16,000 chil- dren who dont always know where their next meal is coming from. In some cases, the neighbors who are hav- ing difficulties feeding their families are working, and might not qualify for most forms of public assistance. We recently met a Morris County mother who, like her husband, has a job but cant make ends meet as they try to raise their two young daughters. This womans eyes filled with tears at a local food pantry. She told us, Its simple. Food helps us live, said Kathan. Among the bands that have volunteered to play for Foodstock 2014 are Matt Mead Band (Elizabeth, NJ), The Bent Benjamins (West Chester, PA), and Under a Ton (Roxbury, NJ). Each of these bands will play music that every member of the family can enjoy, said Salomon. Additionally, there will be food vendors on hand so you can buy lunch for the family without having to miss a single note. A few activities for younger kids will also be available, at an extra cost, if your children want to do something else during the festi- val. This event is made possible by the gener- ous support of local businesses: Aires Jewelers, D Lovenbergs Portable Toilet Rentals, Kuiken Brothers, Merry Musicians, PanAVid, The Powder Bar, and ShopRite. 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After School Peanut Butter Apple Pie Recipe contributed by winner Alisa L., Midwest region Servings: 8 pieces Prepared pie crust Chopped peanuts (optional) Filling: 7 apples, peeled cored and sliced 2/3 cup sugar 3 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon lemon juice Crumble: 3/4 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup flour Place crust in 9-inch pie pan and crimp edges. Use dried beans to weigh down bottom. Bake crust for 1015 minutes, or until crust is light- ly browned. Mix all filling ingredients together and put in crust. Using hands, mix crumble ingredients until in pea-sized pieces. Top apples with crumble. Dont worry if sky high, apples will cook down and pie will be perfectly propor- tioned. Bake at 350F for 4050 minutes. Keep edges covered with foil until last 15 minutes. Garnish with chopped peanuts. Easy PB & J Breakfast Tarts Recipe contributed by winner Susan M., West region, Servings: 8 tarts 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour 6 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon sea salt 2/3 cup shortening 6 tablespoons peanut butter plus 4 heaping teaspoons for filling (1/2 teaspoon per tart) 1/2 cup cold water 5 tablespoons jam (strawberry works well) Drizzle option 1: 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 tablespoon jam 1 tablespoon milk Drizzle option 2: 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon strawberry extract, optional 1 tablespoon milk Preheat oven to 350F. In medium bowl mix together flours, sugar and sea salt. continued on next page Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 27 $25 or more check Limit 1 per table. Cannot be combined with Prixe Fixe or any other coupons. Not valid on Holidays. Expires 9/30/14 $ 5.00 OFF BOOK YOUR NEXT PARTY WITH US! $50 or more check $ 10.00 OFF Limit 1 per table. Cannot be combined with Prixe Fixe or any other coupons. Not valid on Holidays. Expires 9/30/14 COOKING CLASSES ARE BACK! Starting in September! Using pastry cutter, cut-in shortening and peanut butter, until mixture resembles small peas. Drizzle mixture with cold water until mixture is moist and holds together. Roll out on floured surface to at least 1/16th of an inch thickness. Using 3-by-5-inch index (recipe) card for template, cut into sixteen 3-by-5-inch shapes. Re-rolling works fine. In middle of eight shapes, smear 1/2 heaping teaspoon peanut butter and heaping teaspoon of jam on top. Be careful not to go to edges. Using fingers, wet edges with water and place another piece of pastry on top. Press all sides well, and using fork press all edges to secure. Using fork, gently poke tops in four places so steam can escape. Place inch apart on parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 1314 minutes until starting to brown around edges. Cool on rack. Whisk together drizzle of choice in small bowl. Drizzle over cooled tarts. Note: This pastry is very user-friendly and delicate. Freeze tarts up to one month and defrost at room temperature before serving. Nutty Jalapeno-Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe contributed by winner Lori M., Southwest region Servings: 12 peppers 12 large jalapeno peppers, split open (not all the way through) and seeded 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 cup shredded cooked chicken 13-ounce package cooked bacon pieces 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 cup crushed cornflakes Preheat oven to 350F. Place peppers in medium bowl and cover with boiling water 2 minutes. Drain and pat dry. In medium bowl, mix together peanut butter, chicken, bacon and cheese. Fill each jalapeno with mixture. Smear each pepper with a little mayonnaise and roll in cornflakes in shallow dish to cover. Place jalapeno on non-stick baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven until golden, about 1520 minutes. continued from previous page Page 28, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline A uthors Diana Drew and Robert Grayson took an inspiring sojourn as they wrote the new book "Jewish Threads: A Hands-On Guide to Stitching Spiritual Intention into Jewish Fabric Crafts" (Jewish Lights Publishing). Exploring the intriguing stories behind each of the book's 30 Jewish fabric craft projects from throughout the United States and Israel, the authors redis- covered many of the Jewish traditions underlying hand- made fabric crafts. Members of the Temple Hatikvah Sisterhood will retrace the steps the authors took on the way to this spiritual awak- ening on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 9:45 a.m., at the Sisterhood Membership Kickoff Breakfast, at the synagogue, 58 Pleasant Hill Road, in Flanders. The Sisterhood Membership Kickoff Breakfast is free and open to the pub- lic. In a special talk, titled "Jewish Threads: Crafting a Jewish Life," the authors will discuss the spiritual journey they took in writing the book and the Jewish traditions that suffuse these crafts. Jewish cultural heritage will come to life through the stories of these fine handcrafted pieces. As part of this special event, attendees will have a chance to hand-sew Feelie Hearts for grieving children. These small, stuffed fleece hearts, which are given to chil- dren who have suffered a terrible loss, are donated to organ- izations both in the United States and in Israel. Deep-rooted, spiritual inspirations and religious convic- tions about life and death, peace and war, birth, marriage, healing, family life, holidays, new beginnings, and how those beliefs influence the work of fabric artists--all are interwoven into the fabric of "Jewish Threads," which takes readers on a journey of sacred creativity. The book presents an array of fabric craft projects, plus the backstory behind each of the pieces featured in the book--how and why they Authors to Speak at Temple Hatikvah Sisterhood Membership Kickoff Breakfast were made and what sparked the idea for each one. Among the projects spotlighted in the book are tallitot (Jewish prayer shawls) and Torah mantles, shulchan (lectern) covers for the synagogue, Purim puppets, a knit seder plate, an apples & honey Rosh Hashanah challah cover, a ChanuCats quilt for Chanukah, and many more. A section titled "Inspirations" includes stories of five more projects that inspired the authors to write the book, including a quilted chuppah (Jewish wedding canopy), cre- ated collaboratively by members of National Council of Jewish Women, West Morris Section, of which Drew serves as co-president. Grayson, a prize-winning former daily newspaper reporter and magazine writer, writes books for young adults. Says Drew, an award-winning writer and book editor, " 'Jewish Threads' brings together the disparate threads of my own life--Judaism and Jewish observance, sewing and knit- ting, writing and editing--while stitching together the inspiring stories of fabric artists from throughout the United States and Israel. Collectively, these personal stories, and the projects that spring from them, form a patchwork of modern-day Jewish life. The part introductions, written by Robert Grayson, place these crafts in historical perspective, with tales from the Jewish tradition that give these fabric crafts added resonance today." For further information about the Temple Hatikvah Sisterhood Membership Kickoff Breakfast, contact cmarge88@yahoo.com. O n Sunday, October 19, Macculloch Hall Historical Museum in Morristown, NJ presents its second biennial Historic District House Tour, sponsored by Millea Bros. Auctions+Appraisals. Participants will have the opportunity to visit eight historic properties seven private homes and 1810 Macculloch Hall in one of Morristowns most prestigious Historic Districts, all within walking distance. Tickets are available online at maccullochhall.org, $40 in advance. Beginning September 2, tickets will also be available at the Museum, and from local retailers: Lauren B. (Morristown), Suzis (Morristown), British Home Emporium (Madison), Garden Cottage (Bernardsville), Laura Claire (Bernardsville). On October 19, tickets will be available only at the Museum ($45 for event-day sales). Funds raised from the tour help support the Museums oper- ations, its public and educational programs, and the preser- vation and maintenance of its historic building and grounds. Additional information about the Historic District House Tour is available at maccullochhall.org. Historic District House Tour: A Walk through Time Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 29 Page 30, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 31 Please Note: The views and opinions of these columns does not reflect the view and opinions of MJ Media LLC. Contact the individual writers with your feedback. By Diane Sori I will make you (Israel) a great nation; I will bless you and make your name great... and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed." (Genesis 12:2,3) "Lift your eyes now and look from the place where you are - northward, southward, eastward, and westward; for all the land which you see, I give to you and your seed forever." (Genesis 13:14,15) The true borders of Israel have been breached as per the word of God...the cur- rent borders of Israel mean NOTHING to those out to kill us all. And so sides have been taken and alliances of sorts made, but while the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan appears on the surface to support Israel in its current battle with Hamas, all is NOT as it appears for below the surface facade lies Jordan's deep ties with Israel's enemies, and with a king who speaks out of both sides of his mouth. "We condemn the Israeli aggression and we support the Egyptian cease-fire propos- al," King Abdullah II said last week...seem- ingly taking both sides yet taking NO side (remember, Egypt's proposal favors Israel over Hamas)...in other words trying to appear neutral but being neutral in this case is in reality Jordan's king being what he real- ly is...a wolf in sheep's clothing. And in this battle for Israel's very survival, you either stand with Israel or you stand with Israel's enemies, and Jordan's king is in fact Israel's enemy NO matter how the media tries to paint him as Israel's friend. To understand this one must look at the modern history of Jordan starting with Israel's birth as a nation in 1948, and one must also look at who Hamas' friends and enemies are. It's easy to say who Hamas' friends are...as the battle in Gaza goes beyond the obvious battle of muslims versus Jews. Now with this battle...this proxy war...becoming a true ideological battle of the Muslim Brotherhood, Hamas, Hezbollah, and their backers Iran, Qatar and Turkey against Israel and the more moderate muslim nations of Egypt and Saudi Arabia...Jordan falls somewhere in between friend and foe with foe actually being their dominant role. For example, the infamous oil rich nation of Qatar (who Obama made the keeper of the five terrorists he exchanged for one American traitor) outwardly funds Hamas. Giving $400 million to Hamas in 2012 alone, the Qataris do NOT hide the fact that they support and fund other radical islamist groups as well, including the Muslim Brotherhood under whose umbrella Hamas falls. And Turkey...a nation with deep philo- sophical ties to the Muslim Brotherhood yet a nation at odds with its desire to become part of the western world...has as its Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who heads what in actuality is an islamic government, and who is a man that outwardly criticizes Israel's rightful military action in Gaza. And Iran...the very nation who vocally expresses its desire to wipe Israel off the map...while being muslim but NOT being an Arabic nation...is a nation once at odds with Hamas who did NOT share their support of Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria...is a nation who Hamas has now made amends with and who has now pledged to rearm Hamas as their weapons...their rockets...run low. But what of Jordan...a country who made peace with Israel in 1994. The Jordan-Israel Peace Treaty signed on October 26, 1994, guaranteed Jordan the restoration of its occupied land by defining its western bor- ders, and assured it an equitable share of water from the Yarmouk and Jordan rivers. But this was a treaty signed by King Hussein only because he could NO longer afford to go to war against Israel. Remember, during the Six-Day, War Jordanian forces suffered a humiliating defeat after they attacked Israeli-held West Jerusalem. By the third day of the war, the IDF had completely forced the Jordanian and Iraqi armies...the Iraqis who had come to aid the Jordanians...out of the West Bank, and the formerly Jordanian- controlled West Bank, with its one million Palestinian population, came under Israeli military occupation. As a result 300,000 or so Palestinian refugees then fled to Jordan...a country who on the surface out- wardly appears to support Israel but who we...my RIGHT SIDE PATRIOTS partner and friend Craig Andresen and myself...believe is using that support as a front to hide the truth about their deep ties and continuing support and tolerance of the Muslim Brotherhood and of Hamas itself. The Jordanian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood, the ideological parent and monetary supporter of Hamas, is Jordan's largest political group, with Jordan's branch being founded in 1945. Loosely connected to its Egyptian counterpart, and supporting the Palestinian cause and rejecting Western influence on both its domestic and regional affairs, the Muslim Brotherhood...and now by Hrlin Parker N othing gets the blood flowing faster and hotter than fear and hate. In the 1950s it was the relentless fear mongering led by Senator Joseph McCarthy that had Americans looking at each other not as fellow countrymen, but at potential saboteurs. Neighbors, friends, co- workers, even family members. Nobody was immune. It wasnt called the Red Scare for nothing. Let alone the Socialist epithets being thrown around today by our ever fearful, ever victimized, right wingers. Back then, to be accused of being a Communist was tantamount to being called a terrorist today. All too often, though, there was no evi- dence, no factual reason to accuse most people who were drawn into the maw of the McCarthy scare machine. Just as in the days of the Salem witch hunts, for anyone to deny the accusations, or indeed for anyone else to come to the defense of those unjust- ly accused, was reason enough to tar them all as liars. The Salem witches were put to death. McCarthys victims were shunned from society. Quite literally, in some cases, kicked out onto the street. In the perspective of time, reasonable people look back at McCarthys red scare period which engulfed most of the 1950s in disbelief and genuine astonishment. How could so many ordinary Americans have been swayed by the outrageous accusations of Senator McCarthy and all of his follow- ers? Sure, times were much different. Communist run countries, spearheaded by the Soviet Union, had not run their course, and in some ways were more popular and doing as well as, or even better than, demo- cratically run countries. But that couldnt then, and cant now, excuse the sinister and truly evil efforts of the right wingers of the day to whip up unjustified hatred and dis- dain for their fellow Americans The merciful end of the McCarthy peri- od came when attorney Joseph Welch put it to the remorseless Senator, You've done enough. Have you no sense of decency, sir, at long last? Have you left no sense of decency? Well, not today and probably not tomor- row, but one day, hopefully sooner rather than later, this question will be asked of all those in todays radical right wing, the Tea Partiers, like Senator Ted Cruz, Representative Joe Barton, the radio huck- sters Mark Levin, Glenn Beck, the odious Rush Limbaugh, all of them. We are in a period of time even more noxious, and with the potential to be more calamitous, than the McCarthy period. I believe historians will agree the Tea Party period really took flight in 2010, and that it was ignited by the inability of Americas white, generally southern, gener- ally evangelical, conservatives to accept that a black man had been elected President. Clearly, starting then, all semblance of rational discourse went away. A once proud Republican Party, one that could articulate theories and policies for governing and moving our country forward, is no more. From cap and trade prescriptions for deal- ing with polluting gases to the reviled Obamacare. Republicans now denounce, in scathing, hate filled rhetoric, policies they themselves developed. Why? Because President Obama, and middle of the road Democrats, supported these policies. These were believed to be bi-partisan policies, since they were born from Republicans, which would provide middle ground for laws that could be passed in a multi-party Congress. Tea Partiers dont even pretend now to have any positive agenda. No prescriptions to solve any of our many problems. Todays Tea Partiers hurl epithets and accusations with no supporting evidence. No facts. Just ideology. Just scare mongering, in keeping with their sense of victimhood. Joe McCarthy would be proud and maybe even a bit envious. But Im an optimist. This nightmare will come to an end. One day, not soon enough, somebody will turn off Laura Ingrahams microphone, and the microphones of all of those like her, because theyll realize that no, in the end, she and her ilk have no sense of decency. None. And thats a shame. Send comments to harlin@harlinparker.org Israel's Allies and Enemies: The Truth Exposed... The New McCarthy Period " continued on page 34 Page 32, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline By Joe Klock, Sr. S pontaneous droppings gleaned from bottom of the Inspirational Bird Cage: When NASA's robot, CURIOSITY, explored the sur- face of the planet Mars, it reportedly found no evidence of ESPN, empty beer cans or pornography, proving that our astronauts were, indeed, the first men to have visited there. A word to the wise is usually unnecessary. RUDYARD KIPLING REVISED: "If you can fill each unforgiving minute With sixty seconds' worth of distance run, Yours is the world and everything that's in it, And a heart attack before you're fifty-one." Politics is the modern American art of getting money from the rich and votes from the poor by promising to insu- late each group from the greedy, self-serving goals of the other. Roseanne Barr and others like her exhibit a touch of crass. Too many cooks tend to make far more dirty pots and pans than does one cook who is working without assistance. Few things spotlight the illogic of American politics more clearly than the selection of our Vice presidential can- didates. After millions of dollars are spent in primary elec- tions, the choice of our second-in-command is left, entirely and arbitrarily, in the hands of the successful candidate, with no input whatever from the electorate. Why not, one wonders, bestow that honor on the second choice of the nominee's party? This would seem to be a better idea than anointing the hand-picked, politically expedient and often feckless nominee of the front runner. How come words of wisdom are so often in conflict? E.g., "Haste makes waste" and "He who hesitates is lost." Query concerning a respected old saying: If beauty is, in fact, only skin deep, just what are we looking for: Glamorous guts? Cute kidneys? Lovely livers? Why do my children's birthdays make me feel older than my own do? Tell me how come we tend to be so apprehensive about tearing off those "Do Not Remove" tags from new pillows, blankets and mattresses? Like, what's the worst they can do to us if we get caught in the act or are later ratted out by a hostile bedmate? You can succeed as a parent by simply making your children feel safe, guided, wanted, loved and worthwhile. Most of the other merit badges and demerits are likely to befall you accidentally. Give your pets and your kids everything they want and you'll probably end up with good pets and troublesome kids.. Always leave people you love with warm words each and every time you part company with them; it might well be the last time you'll ever see them in this world. Rather frequently, people who say that something can't be done are interrupted by other people who are actually doing it. Leisure, praise and rewards are best enjoyed when they have been really earned. By and large, as long as you feel reasonably good, older tends to be more gratifying than younger. Have you ever noticed that the things you love to do are the things that you do best? It makes little or no sense to expect that our children will listen to our advice and ignore the conflicting examples we set for them. The best way to enjoy your children is to love them for Chips Off The Old Klock what they are, rather than thinking about what you'd like them to be or what they might have become. A good goal in life is to be all that you can be that you WANT to be; chances are slim-to-none-that you'll ever be more than that. Most people really want advice for the same reason that drunks want lampposts - for support, rather than for illumi- nation. Most people who are fond of saying that money isn't everything usually have more than enough of it. PARODY ON BARBRA STREISAND'S HIT SONG, "PEOPLE:" "Peepholes, people who use peepholes, are the yucki- est people in the world. Through your curtains, they're peeking through your curtains, Skulking about outside, ogling your backside, Acting more like creeples than peo- ples. (Granted, the foregoing opusette needs work. Collaborators will be welcomed and royalties shared equi- tably.) A SENSIBLE RULE TO FOLLOW: Don't speak - never utter a syllable - unless and until you are absolutely sure that the sounds you make will be an improvement over the silence you will irreversibly destroy. ON PREDICTIONS: It's almost a sucker bet that the future will arrive with a surprised look on its face. Freelance wordworker Joe Klock, Sr. (joeklock@aol.com) winters in Key Largo and Coral Gables, Florida and summers in New Hampshire. More of his "Klockwork" can be found at www.joeklock.com. Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News, August 2014, Page 33 In Peapack Gladstone, there is a new war memorial in Liberty Park and it salutes those who have served in Iraq, Afghanistan and many other conflicts around the globe, and who are not currently rec- ognized by any memorial in the Park. We thank all those who so bravely served, or are so bravely serving still at this time. Page 34, August 2014, Tell Them You Saw It In The Black River News Like us on facebook www.facebook.com/mypaperonline Hamas...has been allowed to operate to one degree or anoth- er by the Jordanian monarchy on a continuous basis. And the Muslim Brotherhood's political party...the Islamic Action Front...has the largest number of seats of any party in the Jordanian parliament, and uses to their advantage that most...6.4 million...of the roughly seven million people liv- ing in Jordan are of Palestinian origin...as in they or their parents were expelled or fled to Jordan in both the 1948 establishment of the State of Israel and in the '67 Six-Day War with Israel. Tolerating their actions while other Arab countries such as Egypt ban and dissolve them (this past Saturday Egypts highest administrative court dissolved the political party of the previously banned Muslim Brotherhood and ordered its assets liquidated), Jordan's kings have accepted and even encouraged the Muslim Brotherhoods presence within its country even if it meant just looking the other way to their 'questionable' dealings at times. In fact, in 2008, the Jordanian government banned any existing political or newly formed party unless it had five hundred members and branches in five of its counties. This allowed the Muslim Brotherhood to increase their stronghold throughout the country, and today the Muslim Brotherhood has a large fol- lowing in Jordan's major cities, while Hamas has large grass- roots support in the Palestinian refugee camps. And while both private and public institutions and businesses have raised millions of dollars for the Palestinians in Gaza, King Abdullah II has donated blood though Hamas to aid those wounded in Gaza, and in Jordanian mosques prayers have been said to commemorate those killed in Gaza by Israel. Also remember, Jordan is the only Arab country to grant Palestinians the right to Jordanian citizenship (this followed Jordan's annexation and occupation of the West Bank)...making them by all legal accounts Jordanians...mak- ing this fact key to where any nation called 'Palestine' should be...even though many (1.4 million) currently continue to live in refugee camps scattered throughout the West Bank and the northern part of Jordan. Now as far as Jordan's direct relation with Hamas is con- cerned, remember, Hamas was founded during the First Intifada (1987-1991)...the first uprising by the Palestinians against Israel after the '67 war that led to the transfer of the West Bank and Gaza to Israeli control. But when Israel cap- tured these territories they were NOT Palestinian states, but was territory annexed by Jordan after the 1948 war and all residents there were granted Jordanian citizenship. Gaza was annexed by Egypt in 1949, although its residents held a refugee status in Egypt and when Egypt and Israel signed a peace treaty in 1979, Israel actually offered to return Gaza to Egypt but the Egyptians refused NOT wanting the added burden of dealing with the Palestinians. And so Jordan main- tained its claim over the West Bank until 1988, when it for- mally withdrew its right over the territory after conceding to the Palestinian peoples demand for independence...which was voiced through the Intifada...which was voiced though the stones they threw. So for Jordan siding with Hamas is personal...as in a per- sonal vendetta against Israel for taking over territory that was once theirs...a personal vendetta that must be hush- hushed if King Abdullah II is to remain in power...and know that there are indeed factions within Jordan that most assuredly want him to go. More on that in part-3 of this investigative report. So as the current situation escalates between Israel and Hamas...as Hamas breaks cease-fire after cease-fire...make notice of the fact that there has been nary a word said or action taken by Jordan in support of Israel. The very country whose outward appearance leads one to believe they side with Israel has in NO way stood up for Israel beyond the simple fact that Israel's Jordanian ambassador has NOT be expelled...yet that is. And herein lies the truth of where Jordan's...of where King Abdullah II true allegiances lie...and that is indeed with the Palestinians...who in fact are Jordanians by all legal and ethnic accounts...and to whom Hamas controls. Simply, if one sides with the Palestinians...with Hamas...one by defac- to cannot side with Israel NO matter how many times the media says they do. And that fact holds the key to how to solve the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. Bottom line...King Abdullah II..the very man who sup- ports the Palestinians 'right of return'...is the lynch pin that is stopping the creation of a Palestinian homeland because he will NOT give up any Jordanian land for the people his own father made citizens...a people who in fact hold 'yellow cards' and 'green cards'... residency permits allowing them to live and work in Israel while they maintain their Jordanian citizenship...is the king who will NOT give up any land to the very people who are actually Jordanian by blood. And this is where today's political unrest stems from...in Abdullah's immense ego fueled on by his need for pay- back...while at the same time Jordan being where a true and lasting two-state solution could be found. Agree? Disagree? Send comments to thomaslotito@veri- zon.net comments will be forwarded to Diane Sori. continued from page 31 Israel's Allies and Enemies... 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Expires 9/30/14 Back to school E ntertaining, joyous, fun, are just a few words to describe Oktoberfest, the signature event sponsored by the Chester Lions Club presented this year on September 27th and 28th at Chubb Park in Chester. The entry fee is only $6, free to Children under 12. Keeping with tradition, the Oktoberfest will focus on celebrating traditional music, native dress and a special Oktoberfest beer only available for a short time. A carnival atmosphere pervades Bavarias biggest party and Chesters Oktoberfest will not be outdone. Authentic German foods including bratwurst, German potato salad, sauerkraut and smoked pork chops will be offered along with tasty apple strudel, delicious beehive cake and authentic plum cake. The weekend long event will offer non- stop entertainment. The Adlers, a notable German Band will perform familiar German tunes and will be accompanied by spectacular Bavarian dancers in authentic costume. Activities for the more energetic will include Pony Rides, Rock Climbing Wall, Obstacle Course, Super Slide, Sand Art, Spin Art and more. A very large selection of Classic cars will also be displayed ranging from the functional Volkswagen to the ele- gant Mercedes or enjoy Face Painting by Bella Faccia Painting. Experience the thrill of auto racing with Funkart Party racing or follow the antics of the funny clown. Enjoyment at every turn. Volunteers from area schools and organ- izations make the Oktoberfest function smoothly every year and this year will be no exception. Community involvement and generous sponsors allow the Chester Lions Club to continue its contributions to numer- ous charities. In previous years the net pro- ceed from the Oktoberfest were donated to such organizations as Soldiers Angels, an organization that supports our service men and women and the Lions Eye Research Foundations ophthalmic surgeons of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey specializing in glaucoma treat- ment as well as area Fire Departments, 1st Aid Squads, Police Departments and Hurricane Sandy Relief. With your support, the Chester Lions Club can continue its effort to help others. Join us for a family fun day, Help us cele- brate our 16th Oktoberfest. For further information contact Phil Savell at 908 879 6543 or visit our website at Chesterlionsclubnj.com. Come Enjoy Oktoberfest Celebration! 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