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by Debbie Potter he Randolph High School Girls continued to prove they are worthy opposition for the top level gymnasts in our region. On Oct 10th they took on Passaic Valley. Cailtlyn Sebastian, Millie Potter, Alyssa Styles, Carly Weinstein and Taylor Lamia competed on vault. Rachel Alpert, Carly Weinstein and Taylor Lamia competed on Bars. The three top scores on Beam were from Caitlyn, Taylor and Carly, and after all amazing floor routines, Taylor, Rachel and Carly's were counted. The total team score was 95, to Passaic Valley 102.85. The next meet against Wayne Hills was a much closer battle, Randolph 94.3, to Wayne 97.63. Talia Segelman produced a very nice vault, followed by Alyssa, Millie, Carly and Taylor. On bars, Rachel, Carly and Taylor set a high standard. The 3 best scores on beam were from Caitlyn, Taylor and Carly. Talia showed her skills on floor, along with great routines from Caitlyn, Rachel, Carly and an amazing score of 8.75 from the team captain, Taylor Lamia. The last meet
before sectionals was at home to Indian Hills. Rachel Alpert, Alyssa Stiles, Millie Potter and Carly Weinstein all did well on Vault. Rachel, Carly and Taylor Lamia were the 3 to produce scores on bars. Beam gave Millie,
Taylor, Rachel and Carly a chance to show what they can do, and finally the routines on floor were by Talia, Alyssa, Millie, Carly and Rachel. The end result was Randolph 95.85, Indian Hills
102.95. After a tough season, the girls did well enough to make it to sectionals. They all worked extremely hard, with the help and support of their coaches, Sue Falini and Beryl Roman.
t. Olive High School Parents Club is having their annual Tricky Tray on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at The Holiday Inn, 1000 International Drive, Budd Lake, NJ. Doors open at 6:00pm. The cost of admission is $25.00 per person which Includes hors doeuvres, chips `n dip, dessert, soda, tea, coffee (No outside food permitted) and ONLY if pre-purchased in advance, also included is 1 sheet of regular tickets, 1 medium ticket and 1 50/50 ticket. Entrance tickets must be prepurchased by December 2, 2012.
You can purchase your tickets online! Go towww.coolerads.com/mtolivetrickytray. When you purchase your tickets online you will also receive a FREE $25 Restaurant.com Card. You can also purchase your pre-order sheets & entrance tickets on Nov. 19 & 28 from 6:30-8:00pm at Mt. Olive High School Commons Area (Lobby). For additional information call Mary Lalama at 973-768-1815 or Karen Clint at (973) 229-2840 or email mohsparentclub@yahoo.com.
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lise Testone, who made the top 6 American Idol 2011 made a visit to Dr. Edward Smiths office located at 2 West Hanover Ave, Suite 201 in Randolph, where her mom works as the office manager. Elise made it to the top 6 on the Fox TV
show American Idol and then went on the American Idol nationwide tour which included performing in 40 cities and the Philipines. She is now working on her career writing and performing her music. Her music can be found on Itunes.
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by Elsie Walker ncorporating a variety of musical styles and skits, the story of the birth of Christ, from Zechariah in the temple to the visit of the wisemen will be portrayed through song, harp, drama, puppetry, bells, and sign as six area churches come together for the 10th Annual Christmas Arts program, to be held on December 2nd at 5pm at the Port Morris United Methodist Church, 296 Center Street in Landing. An offering for Hurricane Sandy Relief will be taken at the end of the program. Sharing the music of its bell choir and childrens choir will be the St. James Episcopal Church from Hackettstown. Louise Olshan is the director of the bell choir; Pam Laura directs the childrens
singing Do You Hear What I Hear? The churchs pastor, the Rev. Bob Mayer will join Michael Robinson (Lower Berkshire Valley United Methodist Church) in a duet of the contemporary British carol, The Saviors Day. Joining together in the finale, members of the participating churches will take part in forming a living nativity. For more on the program information, call: 973-347-0381.
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ighting a Christmas tree may seem like child's play, but time and again people struggle with the task. Untangling wires and wrapping them around boughs can be nerve wracking, but lighting a tree doesn't have to be a chore when you follow some tips from the professionals. First, keep in mind that wrapping lights around the tree horizontally is more work and often doesn't produce a multidimensional effect. Rather, string the lights from the trunk up to the top, working vertically. This is actually how the tree decorators at Rockefeller Center in New York City
do the famous tree year after year. This method helps eliminate tangled wires and empty spots. Remember to plug in the strands of lights before you begin to check for burnt-out bulbs and to adjust the spacing of lights to prevent dark spots. Think about varying light bulb sizes to add more dimension. String an inner layer of small LED white lights to produce an inner glow on the tree before adding larger, colored lightson top to increase visual appeal. Just be sure to match the same wattage of the lights so that you do not have power surges and can prolong the life of the bulbs.
Tell Them You Saw It In The Randolph News, November 2012, Page 5 was the organist for the fiftieth anniversary performance. After that, there were various choir directors and organists and some years it fell by the wayside. However, now it is back. Repp, who will be playing the churchs Austin pipe organ, is the organist/choir director at First United Methodist Church in Newton. Repps impressive background includes studying with Robert MacDonald at the Riverside Church in New York City and the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, New Jersey. He has been accompanist for the Sussex County Oratorio Society, the Livingston Festival Choir Concerts, and the Livingston Broadway Show Tunes Revue. In addition, he has performed numerous organ concerts on a variety of organs including those at St. Thomas Church in Manhattan and the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Newark. He has been affiliated with the New Peapack Players, was the founder of the Peapack Reformed Church Community Choir, is accompanist for the Pike County Choral Society Reflecting on the return of Messiah, Repp shared that he is happy to be playing Messiah again and hopes that this tradition will continue as an annual event.
by Elsie Walker longtime Christmas tradition returns to the Dover area with a performance of Handels Messiah at First Memorial Presbyterian Church in Dover on December 16th at 4pm. The performance will focus on the Christmas portion of the work and features several local residents as soloists. The church is located at 51 Blackwell Street. Messiah was composed by George Fredrick Handel in the 1700s. The work tells the story of Christ from birth to death. Probably, the most recognized piece of the work is the Hallelujah chorus, which will be included in the Dover performance. Featured in the program are soprano Katherine deKonick of Hopatcong, alto Kathleen Meredith of Andover, tenor John Meredith of Andover, and bass Gregory Vionier of Rockaway The director is Nancy James, who is the Director of Music and organist at Grace United Methodist Church in Dover. There are 40 people in the chorus. Henry Repp, of Netcong, is the organist for the current performance. He noted that performing Messiah is a tradition that goes back decades at the church, although there have been some gaps between performances. He believes they started in 1932. He
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Gallup Poll, 1 in 4 women own a firearm and we want our store to be the place women can come and feel comfortable shopping, asking questions and educating themselves in the same way men do. I also want to help and encourage responsible individuals to assert their 2nd Amendment Right. Having proudly served in the US Army, I have had the opportunity to see firsthand what happens when peoples unalienable rights are stripped from them. Firearms are quickly
becoming mainstream. The National Shooting Sports Foundation estimates the industry is responsible for approximately 180,000 jobs and has impact on the U.S. economy of $28 billion. While most other retail businesses have experienced steady declines, gun sales have been increasing for the past 10 years, according to the FBIs National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). From 2001 to 2011, NICS has reported a 52% increase in firearm
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ove over Food Network! St. Michael School can now claim they too have a few good chefs of their own! Thanks to Miss Cianfaglione, our first grade teacher and cooking club instructor. Miss Cianfaglione grew up in a home where cooking meals was more of a passion than a necessity. She wanted to share this enthusiasm of cooking with the students at St. Michael School so she started a cooking
club. Miss C enjoyed introducing different spices and different tastes for the children to try. For the past few weeks, 15 students met twice a week to make a variety of foods that included garlic bread, pizza, baked brie with apricots, Oreo truffles and many more delicacies! When asking the students what they like best about the cooking class, they all have a lot to say! Ciara Fernandez proudly states that the Oreo Truffles were her favorite. Makayla
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illions of greeting cards are sent out each holiday season. Estimates suggest that 85 percent of the United States population, or roughly 250 million people, mails out greeting cards. That adds up to billions of cards going through the postal system -- and all in a relatively short period of time. Men and women who hope to send holi-
xperience life during the Civil War at Christmas time on both the home front and at a soldiers winter encampment on Saturday, December 1 from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 2 from 12 Noon to 4 p.m. at Historic Speedwell in Morristown. At the encampment, visit and speak with soldiers from the 2nd NJ Brigade as they prepare for a holiday away from home. Walk inside their authentically reproduced huts, and watch them cook a holiday meal over a camp fire. On the reverse side, youll get a feel for the home life during this period as well. Listen to the family read actual letters from Union troops written to their loved ones at the Vail home and see how it was decorated during the Civil War.
Attend a Civil War era Officers Ball, recreated in the 1849 Carriage House with live fiddle music, room decorated with pine and ribbon. An authentic period dance instructor teaches re-enactors and visitors on how to properly dance these historical pieces. Officers are clad in their best uniforms ready to dance with fashionably dressed women from the period. With traditional crafts, treats, and more, youll be sure to have a full-day (or two) of entertainment. Also visit the Speedwell Gift Shop for unique stocking stuffers and holiday decorations. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors (65+), and $5 for children ages 4 to 16. For more information, please call 973-285-6550.
Thanksgiving turkey leftovers have been stored away, a good majority of people also begin their greeting card writing after Thanksgiving as well. Those who want their cards to arrive first will mail them within a few days of Thanksgiving. When sent domestically, it is safe to assume that cards mailed out up to 2 weeks before Christmas will arrive on time. After that point, you may be risking lateness, particularly for rural delivery addresses unless cards are continued on page 12
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Recently, St. Michael School held a Car Raffle fund raiser for scholarships. The Saint Michael School families were asked to sell raffle tickets for a 2012 Chrysler 200 car at a value of over $18,000. For just $75.00 a ticket this new economical car is an amazing deal! With only a maximum of 500 tickets to be sold, each buyer had a incredible odds to win a brand new car. It took a consorted effort of all school families to sell their allotted tickets. Mrs. Daniela Sacco of Hopatcong took home a new IPAD for selling the most tickets! It seems that many times this type of raffle is awarded to someone kind enough to support our efforts, but yet, still someone not known by many school families. This year, our car raffle was awarded to a St. Michael School family that has given many hours of time, talent and treasure to our school! The Formica Family is the winner of our car raffle! We are fortunate to have the Formica children in our classrooms and likewise lucky to have their parents involved in our school activities!
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can save time. It is unlikely that professional photos taken in December can be printed and mailed and still arrive on time. Also, be sure to heed copyright laws concerning photographs. It may be illegal to scan an image from a photographer or photo studio and have prints made without written permission. Postage is another thing that will have to be considered when mailing out cards. While many cards fall under the weight and size limits of a regular first class postage stamp, unusually shaped envelopes or heavy greeting cards may cost more. Rather than have them returned, it is a good idea to have at least one card weighed at the post office to ensure the right amount of postage is affixed. Some cards will be packaged with envelopes that state "Additional postage may be required" right on the box. Greeting cards are an important component of the holiday season. Ensuring they arrive on time requires planning and sending them out with ample time to spare.
ithes have become synonymous with religious giving, but tithing was not always connected to religion. "Tithe" comes from the Old English word "teogoa," which means "tenth." It evolved to refer to a percentage of an individual's income that is paid in dues, primarily to a church. A tithe also referred to a group of 10 households that lived close to one another and acted as sureties to the king. Some suggest the religious tithe concept was established in ancient Hebrew and Old Testament teachings. While there may be mentions of tithing in religious documents, most scholars confirm that New Testament
scriptures are most responsible for the concept of religious tithing. The Christian Church didn't officially adopt tithing until the year 787 under Pope Adrian I. Tithing actually can be traced back even further than the beginnings of Christianity and Judaica, however. There are references to tithes as early as ancient Mesopotamian times and other eras of the Ancient Near East. A tithe may be an amount voluntarily held aside for charitable giving. It also may be a tax or levy placed on a person's income. To keep with the ancient concept of tithing, many people tithe 10 percent of their income.
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By Cheryl Conway urricane Sandy ripped through Mt. Olive taking out some trees in its path, but it did not uproot the giant spruce recently discovered to play the role of the famous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree this year. Cars lined the street on Corey Road in Flanders on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at 10 a.m. to attend the tree cutting on Flanders/Drakestown Road across from Silver Spring Farm restaurant. The road was blocked off to allow a crane and scissor truck to remove the 80-foot Norway Spruce. The tree 80 feet tall, 10 tons and 50 feet in diameter- came from the yard of Joseph Balku, former local businessman. Wrapped and wired before it was cut down, the tree was hoisted by a huge crane onto a 115 foot long trailer, driven up Flanders/Drakestown Road, to pass town hall, up Wolfe Road, to the Trade Zone. Police later escorted the flatbed truck across the George Washington Bridge into New York City, to be erected at Rockefeller Center on Wed., Nov. 14. Students of the Mt. Olive Middle School cheered from their busses as they watched the huge tree pass by its school during dismissal.
which is broadcast live annually across the nation. The tree, usually a Norway spruce, measures 69 to 100 feet, and has been put up every year since 1933.
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continued from previous page Christmas tree remains lit at Rockefeller Center through Jan. 6. Once removed, it is recycled for a variety of uses. The last tree that came from NJ was a 72 foot Norway Spruce from Hamilton, NJ, in 2008. Other trees have come from other states such as Connecticut, Vermont, Ohio and upstate New York. The Mt. Olive Recreation Department, meanwhile, has planned a community trip
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to attend the famous tree lighting ceremony scheduled for Wed., Nov. 28. For more information on attending the trip, call 973-691-0900, ext 7261; or email jdaggon@mtolivetwp.org. Cost is $30 per person to cover the coach bus. Depart ITC Wal-Mart Parking lot at 4 p.m. to arrive at Rockefeller Center approximately 6 p.m. Depart at 10 p.m., returning around 11:30 p.m.
umba Party in Pink", Dance for a Cure, is what Gold's Gym Hackettstown did to raise over $1,700.00 for Breast Cancer on October 5th. We had such a wonderful turnout! 75 people members and non-members were partying from 6-8pm on a friday night!
The members were rocking with Zumba Instructors - Tonie Lalite, Dena Bippart, Renee Dorn, Kelley Kisatsky and Irma Fonseca. A special thanks to our community donators!! We are so grateful for your generosity. Weis Market, GNC, Panera Bread, Fork It Up and our individuals Tonie Latite, Geril
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he prestigious School of the Garden State Ballet performs The Nutcracker at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2, at the Roxbury High School auditorium. This is a benefit concert in support of the Roxbury High School Dance Program. The Garden State Ballet, www.gardenstateballet.org , cast will include 35 dancers along with a 25 piece orchestra. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors, students and children. Tickets are general admission with open seating at the door. Cash or check should be made payable to Roxbury Arts Alliance, or on-line at www.roxburyartsalliance.org. The Vagabond Players present "A Vagabond Family Christmas" at the Investors Bank Theater for several performances at 8 p.m. on Dec. 7, 8, and 14, and at 2 p.m. on Dec. 9 and 14. Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door and on-line at www.roxburyartsalliance.org Holiday Hullabaloo, A fun filled family comedy,, will be staged at the RoxPAC -Investors Bank Theater. Former neighbors the Huffenpuffs and the Wigglebees, now living a winter apart, have accidentally invited each other to spend Christmas with the other. Come see what
silliness ensues as each family flies to opposite ends of the country and discovers goodwill, good cheer, and Christmas all over the place Shows are Saturday, Dec. 22 at 3 and 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 23, at noon and 3 p.m. Tickets are $5 for seniors/children 4 years and up and $8 for adults with open seating and will be available at the door. Coming on Friday, Feb, 8, Grammy winning vocal Jazz ensemble The New York Voices will perform at Roxbury High School. Details soon at www.roxburyartsalliance.org and www.newyorkvoices.com. Coming on April 21 is the Roxbury Poetry Festival at the Investors Bank Theater. Coming May 19 will be vocal artists Harmony in Motion at the Investors Bank Theater. The Roxbury Arts Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The RoxPAC Investors Bank Theater is located at 72 Eyland Ave Succasunna, NJ 07876 inside the Horseshoe Lake Park Complex Tickets for events can be purchased on-line at www.roxburyartsalliance.org or at the Roxbury Recreation Office at Horseshoe Lake 973 448 2015 www.roxburyartsalliance.org. Have Questions ? Call Mark Barbone at 201 745 7718.
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Thomas Edison Brought Modern Day Holiday Celebration to the American Household
music in your home was on the To Santa Wish List for many American households. In 1902 Edison had perfected his music cylinder records with the Edison Gold Moulded Records, an improved hard black wax cylinder that could be played hundreds of times before wearing out. This music was brought to the American household through Edisons recording studio in New Jersey. It is this studio that concentrated the USA recording industry in the New York City New Jersey area, making it the record capital of the nation. Another American Holiday tradition is watching Holiday themed movies. This is still another credit we can give to Thomas Edison. Besides a recording studio in New Jersey, he also produced cinema at the New Jersey movie studio in West Orange. This studio was affectionately nicknamed the Black Maria and was erected in 1892. One of the
By Michele Guttenberger t was Thomas Edison who gave the world electric Christmas tree lights and festive outdoor lighting manufactured from the Edison Illumination Company. Edward H. Johnson was both a partner and friend of Edison and was also the Vice President of the Edisons Illumination Company. Johnsons home became the first home in 1882 to have electric tree lights. But a few train commuters got to see an electric light show a few years before the Johnson family tree was lit. In 1880, these same strands of electrical lights were strung around the outside perimeter of Edisons Menlo Park Laboratory. Lucky New Jersey train passengers got to experience the worlds first electrical Holiday light display as the trains traveled pass his laboratory location. The first electric Christmas tree at the Johnsons home had a patriotic color scheme of red, white and blue and it also rotated. The American public was not eager to use electric lights for their trees because they feared the safety on this new technology. It took a President to start an American electric tree lighting tradition. In 1895, President Cleveland had the White House family Christmas tree illuminated with electric light bulbs. The tree was decked with hundreds of multi-colored lights. Although electric Christmas tree lighting may have taken over forty years from its inception to become an American household tradition, this was not true with the phonograph industry. Realizing the love of recorded music in American households (another holiday tradition), was discovered by accident. In 1890 Edison's Talking Doll with a pre-recorded cylinder became a marketing marvel. It was the first home entertainment prerecorded sound device. The talking doll industry proved to be a disaster with more broken dolls returned than sold making the Edison Phonograph Toy Manufacturing Co a short lived venture. However, it helped inspire the launch of a new market for the household phonograph and record industry. By 1902, having a record phonograph and prerecorded
first family Christmas movies was produced by the Thomas Edison Company. It was the Charles Dickens' 1843 classic novel A Christmas Carol which was released for the 1910 Holiday Season. Technical limitations forced this story to be condensed into a 17 minute film. However, the special effects were the pioneering mastery of double exposure techniques. Today you can still visit the recording studio, see the Talking Doll, watch a silent movie or tour the outdoor movie studio at West Orange, NJ where so many modern American holiday traditions were started. Please visit The Thomas Alva Edison Museum- NPS Open Wednesday through Sunday. Hours are 9:00am - 5:00pm Fee is $7.00 211 Main Street West Orange, NJ 07052 Visit website for more details http://www.nps.gov/edis/index.htm
he first Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center was erected in 1931, two years before the opening of Rockefeller Plaza, where the tree now draws thousands of tourists each year. The tradition began when construction workers hard at work on building Rockefeller Center decorated a roughly 20-foot tall balsam fir tree on Christmas Eve in 1931. Strings of cranberries and tin cans were among the items used to decorate the tree. While there was no tree in 1932, the first official tree was unveiled in 1933 in Rockefeller Plaza, and the lighting ceremony was broadcast over NBC Radio. The 1933 tree, at 50 feet tall, dwarfed the 1931 tree. However, the 1933 tree paled in comparison to the 10-ton Norway Spruce erected in 1999, which measured 100-feet tall and remains the tallest tree ever erected at Rockefeller Center. The tradition of the Rockefeller Center tree continues to evolve to this day, but the evergreen it is no longer lit with incandescent light bulbs. LED bulbs that consumea fraction of the energy of traditional bulbs are the bulbs of choice now. In addition, in 2007 Rockefeller Center partnered with Habitat for Humanity, who used the tree after it was taken down to furnish lumber for home construction.
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ost New Jersey families had it pretty rough in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Many had to endure massive power outages, gas shortages, and the lack of heat, running water and warm meals. Difficult times such as this often bring out the best or the worst in people. At St. Michaels School in Netcong, it brought out the best! When school reopened the week after the storm, many families were still without power. Some had temporarily relocated to nearby hotels. Others were making due at home.
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urricane Sandy left massive devastation in her wake when she tore through southern New Jersey. Many families are left without some of the things that we take for granted in our daily lives, including food and a place to stay. Join us in helping to feed these families who are in great need of your support. Mansfield Girl Scout Senior Troop 792 is hosting an online food drive to benefit the Monmouth/Ocean County food bank in Neptune, NJ to aid those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Please go to http://www.yougivegoods.com/Hurricane SandyShoreRelief and click on "donate to this drive" to send your choice of food to families on the Jersey shore. Any donation you are able to give - no matter how big or small - is sure to make a difference in the lives of others. Thank you in advance for your support!
On Dec. 8 (2p.m.-7p.m.) and Dec 9 (7a.m.-7p.m.), the Christmas Market to benefit African Surgery will be held at Assumption Church on Maple Ave. in Morristown. The charity is run by a parishioner(Tom Johnson), who spends 4 months a year arranging surgery for the needy in Sierra Leone,Africa,especially the children. The Market provides financial support via the sale of artwork photos,crafts and bake goods. All vendors donate between 50%-100% of profit to African Surgery. The Christmas Market is held in the Community room in the rear of the church. Parking is available in the rear church lot and on nearby streets. Further info is available by cotacting Ray Cavanagh at rcavanagh12@hotmail.com or by calling Ray on 9735254052.
meals were donated by Simply Gourmet in Randolph and the Plaza Restaurant in Newton. The DeSarios, who own the Plaza Restaurant and are the parents of two St. Michaels students, said they are happy to help. They noted, If we are ever in need, we know we can count on our St. Michaels family to help us! When the school community first set out to help the families, some wondered where they would get enough food to feed everyone. School administrative assistant Terry Sydrock said, It was like the parable of the five loaves of bread and two fishes. When we told people there was a need, the response was overwhelming. We ended up with an abundance of food. But the food wasnt the only thing the families received at the meals. What stood out the most was the generosity of each and every family. Families provided encouragement, laughter and kindness for one another as they enjoyed the delicious meals. Many who were fortunate to have power displayed further kindness and humanity by offering those in need warm showers, laundry service, warm homes, generators and a listening ear. Principal Ernest Jackson, who is a U.S. Army veteran, said he learned a lesson years ago from his former military commander General Russell Honore that people need to take care of their own back-yard before they can successfully help people in other back-yards. At the St. Michael School, Terry Sydrock, teacher Diana Kuncken, several other teachers and staff members worked tirelessly to take care of the families in their back yard by helping to helping the school and church community to feel safe, healthy and warm during this trying time.
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udiences can begin the holiday season with a family classic brought to life in this musical extravaganza at the Sitnik Theatre in the David and Carol Lackland Center starting Thanksgiving weekend. Featuring a cast of 50 actors on the stage, The Wizard of Oz is a musical tradition following the story of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Lion and Toto, too. These beloved characters visit Hackettstown on their way to the Emerald City, as CSC presents the ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANYS (RSC) adaptation by Frank Gabrielson and John Kane, with Music and Lyrics from the MGM motion picture score by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg. The RSC said this adaptation came about when the Artistic Director of the company asked for a show that could be performed annually over the Christmas season, so this show is especially made for families to celebrate the holiday season. Artistic Director Carl Wallnau stated, You only have to say the title of the show to people, and a smile comes on their face. This production includes lively dance routines and familiar songs such as the Academy Award-winning song Somewhere Over the Rainbow as well as an added show-stopping dance number, The Jitterbug, which was edited out from the original movie. Directed and choreographed by Broadway, film, and television veteran Michael Blevins, The Wizard of Oz features a cast of 50 actors from the New Jersey and Pennsylvania area. This holiday musical is meant as a way to celebrate all the programs of the Centenary Stage, including talents from professional Equity actors as well as members of the acclaimed Young Performers Workshop, Centenary theatre students, and local performers. YPW Alum and Montclair State University Theatre stu-
in a horse-drawn sleigh, horse-drawn carriage rides between Centenary and the Holiday Gazebo, a parade featuring the Colonial Musketeers, performances by local choirs and a holiday bazaar. For more information on the celebration, visit the Hackettstown Business Improvement District website at hackettstownbid.com. The dining hall at the Lackland Center will also host a special Yule Fest dinner ($12.50) before the show dates on Saturday, November 1st and 8th and a brunch ($10.00) on Sunday, November 2nd and 9th. There will be different vendors from the community also set up selling special holiday gifts so that audiences can get an opportunity to catch up on their holiday shopping. The Wizard of Oz opens Friday, November 23rd and will run until December 9th. Tickets range from $20-$29.50 with discounts for students and seniors. Every Thursday night is Family Night, which offers a 2-for-1 rush ticket price when purchased at the door. Performance times are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. There are also 2 p.m. matinees on Friday, November 23rd (preview) and Wednesday, November 28th and 10 a.m. school matinees on Tuesday, December 4th and Wednesday, December 5th. To purchase tickets or to find more information on other performances in the 2012-2013 season, visit www.centenarystageco.org<http://www.centenarystageco.org/> or call (908) 979-0900. Patrons are encouraged to check the age recommendations for individual shows. The Wizard of Oz is sponsored in part by Restaurant Village in Long Valley and Hackettstown Regional Medical continued on next page
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Left to Right: Lea Antolini (Sparta) as Auntie Em, McKenzie Custin (Bethlehem, PA) as Dorothy, Jeremy Hilgert (Delaware Water Gap, PA) as Zeke/Lion, and Nick Ardito-Martelli (Hackettstown) as Hickory/Tinman [Photo Credit: Pat Lanciano]
continued from previous page Center. The Centenary Stage Company is a not-for-profit professional equity theatre, in residence at Centenary College, dedicated to serving as a cultural resource for audiences of the Skylands Region with professional music, theatre and dance events and arts education programs throughout the year. Performances at the Centenary Stage
Company are made possible through the visionary support of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, the NJ State Council on the Arts, and CSC members, friends and sponsors, including Premier Sponsor Heath Village, Silver Sponsors Hackettstown Regional Medical Center and The Holiday Inn, and Series sponsors, Fulton Bank, Mamas and Caf Baci.
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Meet Cassidy! Cassidy is a handsome puppy that is about 4-5 months old and weighs about 30 pounds. He has a shiny black coat with some white on his chest & paws. Just look at his cute face! Cassidy was found abandoned on the rural streets of NC, something we see way too often in that area. Luckily, we were able to save him and he is now in a loving foster home in NJ. Cassidy is shy at first when he meets new people or in new surroundings but warms up quickly. Cassidy is happy in his foster home & is getting lots of TLC. Cassidy just adores his foster family & his foster mom says "He is just a love!" He is such a good boy. If you have a furever home for Cassidy, please email us at FureverHomeResuce@att.net for an adoption application. For more photos fhdr.petfinder.com
Meet Fancy Fancy would like you to know she is looking for her furever home! Fancy is an affectionate and loyal pup who wants to be your best friend. She was rescued from a high kill shelter in NC and is now living in a foster home. She enjoys exploring & playing in the yard and she enjoys the company of other dogs. Fancy is a smart pup who loves to please and loves to be with you. She is a shepherd mix, about 8-10 months old and weighs about 30 pounds. She is beautiful with a petite body, adorable face and cute ears! Fancy loves to give everyone kisses. She would be a wonderful addition to any home. Everyone who meets her falls in love with her! If you have a furever home for this pet, please e-mail
Meet Kara! I am a go with the flow type of dog & my easy going personality will fit any home. I am now living in a wonderful foster home in NJ after being rescued from a high kill shelter in NC. My foster family says I am sweetie pie! I am affectionate, friendly & smart. I am already house trained and I know to sit before I get a treat or my food. I love giving kisses & getting petted behind my ears. I am having fun in my foster home playing with the kids & the foster's dog. I also like just playing by myself with my toys. I am a puppy who just likes to have fun! I am a lab mix, maybe mix with boxer, about 6 months old and I weigh about 25-30 pounds. Give me a chance and I will steal your heart! If you have a furever home for this pet, please e-mail FureverHomeRescue@att.net and request an adoption application. www.fhdr.petfinder.com
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Take a gander at Gandolph from Eleventh Hour Rescue. This very handsome 3 year old, American Staffordshire Terrier mix, has wonderful light brown hazel eyes that look up to you in the most adoring way, with a smile on his face and often with his head cocked slightly to one side. Always willing to please, he is a very active and playful boy. On the leash, although strong, he is easy to correct to keep him on track. When taken off leash in the fenced-in play area he is then in his favorite place to romp and play. Any toy will do, as long as there is plenty of action involved. He has a wonderful, short, smooth, silky coat that requires only limited grooming to keep him at his best. Once he has been properly exercised, he will rest quietly at your feet awaiting your next command. To read more about Gandolph, to see all of our adoptable pets, to see our upcoming events, or to make a donation, please visit: www.ehrdogs.org or call: 973664-0865.
Here is Kiwi Max from Eleventh Hour Rescue. This handsome man is a 6 year old Pit Bill mix with a big head and a big heart to match. He was found as a stray, completely undernourished, emaciated, and suffering with a case of Heartworm. Since that time, he was received loving care in a foster home; he has gained his weight back, and has been successfully treated for his Heartworm condition. Through it all, he remains a well behaved, loving, and faithful companion. He is now ready for the next phase of his life, to find that loving family to adopt him and bring him home at last. He knows some basic commands and gets along with other dogs. To see more pictures of Kiwi Max as well as a video, please visit: www.ehrdogs.org or call: 973-664-0865 for more information.
Meet the newest Odd Couple from Eleventh Hour Rescue. This is Sophia and Blanche. They were both found together in their house left abandoned when their owners moved out. Sophia is a small, 5 year old, female Bassett Hound mix weighing 50 lbs. Unfortunately, due to a severe eye condition, she is now totally blind and cannot see anything. However, she still exhibits a great deal of confidence in her demeanor and she is able to get around very well on her own. And she is such a pretty girl. Blanche, her partner, is a very tiny, older, fragile, 8 lb, Pomeranian/Shih Tzu mix about 9 years old. She prefers a quiet home with lots of opportunities to take a nap. Both dogs are low maintenance and rely on each other for comfort, so it would be best if they both get adopted together. To read more about Sophia and Blanche, to see all of our adoptable pets, to see our upcoming events, or to make a donation, please visit: www.ehrdogs.org or call: 973-664-0865.
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he hottest item to give and exchange this holiday season is a cookie. Thats because each cookie shared this November and December can mean supporting Cookies for Kids Cancer, a nonprofit that raises funds for pediatric cancer research through cookie sales. Glad has teamed with businesswoman and mother Ivanka Trump and award-winning chef and head judge of Bravos Top Chef Just Desserts Johnny Iuzzini to help spread the word. You can help in two ways: Send a virtual cookie to a friend at www.Glad.com. Host a Cookies for Kids' Cancer Bake Sale or Cookie Exchange. Register the event at www.cookiesforkidscancer.org and share how many cookies were sold or exchanged. Glad will donate up to $1 for each edible or virtual cookie exchanged, up to $100,000.
Cookies for Kids' Cancer inspires individuals, communities and businesses to join in the fight against pediatric cancer. Pediatric cancer is the leading cause of death by disease for children in the United States, yet approximately half of the drugs used to treat children with cancer are at least 20 years old, according to the Institute of Medicine. As a mom, I want to do everything I can to help our children, said Ivanka Trump. The Cookie Exchange reminds us that the simplest transactions can be most impactful. Everyone can make a difference, one cookie at a time. Here is one of Iuzzinis original holiday cookie recipes for inspiration: Lime Shortbread Makes about 2 1/2 dozen 2-inch cookies 2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into small cubes continued on next page
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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. draw some conclusions. Let alone that Romney and the Republicans should be ashamed of how their side ran their campaign (one of the most dishonest campaigns in my lifetime), it is clear that the Republicans offered us a return to their childlike belief that all government is bad and only private enterprise, unfettered, laissez-faire private enterprise, is good. Look, were all capitalists but grownups understand that, as history has shown, we need clear, strong, well policed and enforced government rules that provide a fair playing field for everyone, where nobody gets an unfair advantage, nobody is defrauded, and we protect our vital country, including our air, our water, our lands, our food, and our health. Romney pushed on the economy. Yes, were still struggling. But remember, the Great Recession was not caused by regular middle class working folks. This is not a classic business cycle recession. It was the result of unfettered financial institutions running amok. They were allowed to do so with the blessing and downright encouragement of the Republicans hackneyed nostrums about the inherent goodness and selfcorrecting nature of private enterprise. If Romney had been elected, we would be right back there, giving a free hand to job creators. If I have one wish this post election season, it is to see that ridiculous term, job creators, put out to pasture. First, all wealthy people, most wealthy people, are not creating any jobs, any more than you or I. Businesses do not hire people based upon their income taxes. Business 101: companies come into existence and expand to provide a service or product in order to meet a DEMAND for that service or product. No demand, no service or product. Even Henry Ford famously understood this when he decided to pay his factory workers much higher than prevailing wages so that those workers might have enough money in order to buy Ford cars. But todays Republicans, no matter how many times their supply side and trickle down beliefs are shown to be fantasy, just keep on pushing the same old same old. The share of both wealth and current income for Americas middle class has taken a beating over the past several decades. Without wealth, without sufficient income, how can there be sufficient demand? There are only so many wealthy continued on next page
By Harlin Parker he presidential election is over. We all won. Well, at least most of us won. Whether youre Democrat, Republican, unaffiliated, even unregistered to vote, we Americans won with President Obamas reelection. Only some truly vile characters, like the Koch brothers, Carl Rove, and even Grover Norquist, lost. Although I fear theyve only lost a battle as they and their jolly band of Tea Partiers have already made clear that they will continue their war against the rest of us. Yet even with Obamas win, this was not a great election. You know, we can have a discussion of the clearly dysfunctional primary system, where small, unrepresentative states like Iowa and New Hampshire have laid claim to some kind of entitlement to always be the starting points. We can have a discussion about how, while it is true that the USA is a republic comprised of sovereign (such as they are) states, and thus the Electoral College is allowed to dictate the winner of presidential elections, damn the popular vote total. We might even have a discussion about how each state, oftentimes how each county in each state, gets to direct how elections are conducted, where people can vote, how they vote, when they vote, and how even today (or maybe especially today) so many states just cant seem to do this function, this most basic and profoundly important function, competently. But to have a discussion on any of those topics would be downright depressing, given the level of ineptitude and dysfunctionality that exists today. And I dont want to be depressed. Instead lets talk about some good news. President Obama won reelection, both in the Electoral College, very decisively, and in the popular vote, quite convincingly. The popular vote totals do show, though, how polarized the American electorate has become. Mitt Romney did, however, win the Confederacy. And what does that tell us? Obamas reelection means weve all won if for no other reason than because, if Romney had won, most of us would have lost. Yes, Romney took different positions at different times on a whole host of issues so that it became downright impossible to know what exactly, if anything, he truly believed about anything. That constant equivocation, the unrelenting prevarication, came to define Romney. Even so, we can
By Luigi Luciano he election is over. I am not a sore loser by any means. The voters cast votes and re-elected Obama. We now have to move on and live with the consequences of the voters actions. I must only assume that because he got in that the economy is in good shape and we will see a great improvement going forward. Voters felt we have been going in the right direction. With that said then we should not hear from a single person who voted for Obama that things are not good, if they lose their job and can't find one then oh well you voted for the direction we have been going in. I do not mean that sarcastically but with sincerity that these people thought we are going in the right direction and voted for no change. When the Military gets cut those Military states like Virginia lose jobs that's OK, this was the right course you wanted to continue on. When the true unemployment
numbers come out around 9% or more that's OK as well. Stay the course things will get better and the people that are out of work that voted for him will understand things take time. Remember he inherited such a mess it takes time. When the Bush tax cuts expire and the average middle class family pays around $2500.00 per year or more extra in taxes,if you voted for him that's OK because you are among the wealthy and can afford to pay more. Last when your health insurance eventually is run by the government and you need care and are rejected for you age that's OK too if voted for Obama, you did your job you are just to old to be worth spending money on. It will also be better for the country because Medicare and Social Security will be going bankrupt soon and if more people can't collect it leaves more for the young. continued on next page
Tell Them You Saw It In The Randolph News, November 2012, Page 31 continued from previous page people. They can only demand so many cars, so many houses, so much food. We need a prosperous middle class much more than we need a prosperous elite class. But, of course, Republicans are about more than just their disproven economic ideas. Regrettably, todays Republicans are little more than a bunch of very angry, older white people and religious zealots who, to borrow Romneys phrase, view themselves as victims. Listen to them. They profess themselves to be the only true patriots. They view themselves as the only people who work, who produce. They are the makers. The rest of us are the takers. Facts of course, as Romneys own campaign made clear, are irrelevant. And these folks clearly have a perverse interest in other peoples sex lives and an unhealthy, un-American, desire to dictate to others, especially women, what they can and cannot do with their own bodies. You know, this is America. Religion is fine for those who believe and desire to follow it in their own lives. Just dont force your religious beliefs on the rest of us. Yet today, Republicans are gripped by religious zealots who insist on using the power of government to force everyone to adhere to their narrow religious doctrines. And the party is overwhelmingly white. Even with outliers like Governor
Bobby Jindal and Governor Nikki Haley, the Republican party tent is shrinking into electoral irrelevancy. For those of us who want real choices, who want real, honest, policy debate, this is not good. Republican denial and self-proclaimed virtue continue, alas. Tea Partiers are still here (even Star Ledger conservative columnist Paul Mulshine has had it with them). They claim Romney lost because he wasnt a true believer. Republicans claim that the Democrats somehow stole the election, rigged the results by, among other things (and I had to laugh out loud about this) suppressing the vote. The only voter suppression efforts that took place in this country were all the voter identification laws pushed in several states by Republicans. We could go on, as there are any number of issues to discuss. Lets end with one thought: Dont panic. Dont worry. Even if you didnt vote for Obama, I promise you the sun will come out tomorrow. This is a great country filled with capable, smart, driven people. This countrys best days are still ahead of it. But if you truly believe this country is in an inevitable, irreversible decline, move. Go. Why would you want to stay? Adios. We wont miss you. The rest of us have work to do. Send comments to harlin@harlinparker.org
continued from previous page I look forward to the huge inauguration event that the Obama's will through and should with the economy recovering and things getting better we should all celebrate this great event. People out of work and being thrown out of their homes who voted for him should be thrilled by this. He deserves to have a huge party even though you can;t afford to eat. If your luck goes the right way you can be added the to food stamp program and you too can now throw a party. Life is good for Obama, I look forward to more weekly parties at the white house,seeing his family on vacation after vacation and watching him tee off on that 18th hole wishing I can play golf as good as he does. Life is good. I am happy that I was wrong thinking that we were going in the wrong direction and glad the voters of
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s the holiday season approaches, it is always recommended to take some time out to relax from the hustle & bustle of preparing for Christmas and family gatherings. Set aside some time amidst your shopping and holiday baking to attend Rutherfurd Halls Afternoon High Tea on December 9th. Enjoy the tradition of an afternoon tea, complete with scrumptious tea sandwiches, scones, and set amidst the historic backdrop of Rutherfurd Hall. Visit www.rutherfurdhall.org to use either an electronic or a printable invitation pre-designed for you to send to your friends to join you for an afternoon of tea and holiday spirit! December 9, 2012 2:00-6:00pm with limited seatings at 2pm & 4:00pm. Tickets are $20 Per Person Reservations are Required Accommodations for tables of 10 or less. Tickets are available through www.rutherfurdhall.tix.com Tickets also available at Mountain Villa School M-F 83:30pm and at Rutherfurd Hall on Wednesdays from 1-4pm and at our cultural events. Tickets will NOT be available at the door for this event. Rutherfurd Hall is proud to host a traditional Afternoon High Tea on December 9, 2012. Take a step back in time by reserving your spot now for this high society tea at historic Rutherfurd Hall, which will be festively adorned for the
cious buffet from Perona Farms and admire the ornate fireplaces, beautiful woodwork, and festive decorations of Rutherfurd Hall while imagining what it was like to take tea here in the early 1900s. Feel free to dress from formal to casual, whichever suits your preference. Sip tea, delight your taste buds with scones and pastries, and surround yourself with friends, family, and the spirit of the holiday season! About Rutherfurd Hall: Rutherfurd Hall has National and NJ State Historic Landmark Designation. Famed architect Whitney Warren designed the 18,000 square foot Tudor country home in Allamuchy, NJ in 1902. Warren also designed Grand Central Terminal in New York City as Warren and Wetmore Architects (1903-1911) and Frederick Law Olmsted & Sons designed the landscape plan; they are most well-known for Central Park in NYC, and the Mall in Washington D.C. The Vision for Rutherfurd Hall is to become a self-sufficient enterprise that protects and preserves its historical, cultural, and architectural integrity; all while providing educational and enrichment opportunities for the residents of Allamuchy and the surrounding communities. We are a growing cultural center and museum. Go to www.rutherfurdhall.org and click on Education and Events to learn more (and sign up for our monthly e-blasts!)
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By Elsie Walker he people of the Drakestown United Methodist Church felt that they wanted to contribute to a ministry outside of their comfort zone and outside of the local area. Their pastor, the Rev. Bob Mayer, said they have found just that through participating in the Appalachian Service Project (A.S.P.). This fall marked the third year the church has participated in the project. Churches pay their own way to travel to Appalachia where they are put on work teams which help to make homes safer and more livable in one of the poorest parts of the country. Four people from the Drakestown church went, joined by 10 from the Butzville United Methodist Church. The group went to Brenton, West Virginia, which is at the Southwest corner of West Virginia, close to Kentucky and Virginia. Most of the residents there are either coal miners, truck drivers or loggers. However, the area suffers from a high rate of unemployment. The homes are small and most have been in the families for years. The area we go to is very, very rural.lots of mountains and hollows. The roads snake in and out of these mountains. Houses are up in the hills and we pass several coal mines on the way. The nearest town with any sort of stores, restaurants or medical facilities is Pineville, 12 miles away. So, it is definitely a remote area. But, I must say that the people are wonderful. They are grateful for what they have and thank God for taking care of them, said Mayer. Once on the job, Mayers church group was assigned a project to help a young man living in a home built in 1936, but with no kitchen. We put in a new kitchen cabinet and sink and painted the bedroom and the outside. [We]put up a retaining wall, since the house is on the side of a mountain. We also redid the pipes under the house, said Mayer. He shared that the other work team added a 10 x 10 room
Recently, members of the Drakestown United Methodist Church and Butzville United Methodist Church went on a trip to fix homes in Appalachia. Here they pose for a group photo. onto a house for an older couple. However, the project was not as straight-forward as it may sound. In order to get to this house, they had to cross a homemade suspension bridge. It was 150' long and was about 30' over the water. The planks on this bridge would literal fall off as they walked across it. It was their only access to this house because a coal train was stuck on the railway that ran along the back of the house. Another group coming in later was going to repair the bridge, shared Mayer. While the repairs they made were certainly needed, Mayer noted that the A.S.P. stresses that the relationship the volunteers develop with these families is more important than the work itself. It is definitely a time in which people reach out to one another. Mayer reflected on what it meant to him. These folks were just so grateful for everything that they have and they don't have much compared to what we have here in Jersey. It is definitely a humbling experience for everyone involved. We are already in the planning stage for next year. Some of us will be making another trip in the Spring to work at the A.S.P. center itself. This mission to Appalachia is something that God put in front of us. It was, and is, an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and it makes a difference in us. How can we not help those who are in need? We do what we can with what God has given us, he said.
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Page 34, November 2012, Tell Them You Saw It In The Randolph News All events (unless otherwise noted) will be held at: Temple Hatikvah, 58 Pleasant Hill Road, Flanders, 973-584-0212 Sunday December 2nd: B'Yachad for the Very Young 9- 10 am A monthly Jewish program (arts and crafts, storytelling and movement) for children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult. Please R.S.V.P. to Terri Ellentuck Wolf at: BYachad @TempleHatikvahNJ.org. $10 per session fee. Come join us for a fun learning adventure! Sunday December 2nd Boy Scouts of America-- Jewish Emblems Class 12:30-2:30 PM Join Scouting Commissioner Jon Bittner, Chair of the Lenape Jewish Council on Scouting and Rabbi Rudin for a fast-paced and fun session on earning the Maccabbee, Aleph, Ner Tamid and Eitz Chaim emblems. These emblems are among the most challenging and prestigious in the BSA panoply but with Mr. Bittner and Rabbi Rudin's help, you won't believe how quickly you can master them and wear the emblems proudly! No preparation required- for more information, contact Rabbi Rudin at Rabbi@templehatikvahnj.org. Lunch served. Open to all Jewish Boy Scouts. Sunday, December 2nd Am HaSefer Book Club 4:30-5:30 pm For our first outing, we read the modern
classic, Michael Chabon's The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay. Exploring the immigrant experience, fantasy and American popular culture, Entertainment Weekly says "This...novel blended comic books, Jewish mysticism, and American history into something truly amazing." Come, even if you haven't yet read the book. RSVP: Rabbi Rudin atRabbi@templehatikvahnj.org. Tuesday, December 4th Chanukah Boutique 4pm- 6pm Come support our Temple Gift Shop and fill your Chanukah gift lists at the same time! We have jewelry, household Judaica, kids' presents, ritual objects, menorahs, car mezuzot and much more on the way. If you have any special requests, or to make a personal shopping appointment outside of Chanukah Boutique hours, contact Ina at 973-584-0212 x822 or email giftshop@templehatikvahnj.org. Remember: Chanukah begins December 8 this year! Wednesday, December 5th Chazak Club for Jewish Seniors 12- 1:30 PM Is that Abraham or Avrameleh? Join Chazak, the Temple Hatikvah Seniors Club for a trip into American and Jewish history as historian Marty Alboum presents, Abraham Lincoln: the Jewish Connection! Learn about some of the intriguing conneccontinued on next page
Tell Them You Saw It In The Randolph News, November 2012, Page 35 continued from previous page tions and relationships between Honest Abe and the Jewish community as the country went through its most tumultuous challenges ever! Marty Alboum lectures at Rutgers and Bergen Community College: so he knows what he's talking about! Chazak activies are sponsored by Temple Hatikvah and the Hirschorn Foundation Bagel luncheon included! Chazak Club activities are free for community seniors: donations are welcome! Sunday, December 8th Community Menorah Lighting 7-8 PM Join Rabbi Rudin and the fabulous musical ensemble The Kveching Schmendricks as we light the Menorah in Long Valley, ushering in the joyful festival of Lights! The Menorah lighting takes place on the porch of Splash Restaurant, 1 East Mill Road in Long Valley. Join us for delicious latkes and songs! Sunday, December 8th J-Summit Chanukah on Tap! 8-9 PM Jewish 20-somethings are invited to join winter brew beer tasting at the Brew Pub, 1 Fairmont Road in Long Valle, following community Menorah Lighting. Come by for Chanukah goodies, good company and the most famous beer in western Morris! For more info please contact: Rabbi Rudin
at Rabbi@templehatikvahnj.org. Chanukah Fun and Storytime with Rabbi Rudin and Friends Chanukah Fun Time with Rabbi Rudin and Friends for children ages 2-9 and an adult caregiver. Come by for stories, songs, a craft and Chanukah goodies! For more info please contact: Rabbi Rudin at Rabbi@templehatikvahnj.org. Sunday, Dec. 9th 1-2 pm Mount Olive Library, 202 FlandersDrakestown Road Flanders, NJ 07836 Monday, Dec. 10, 10:30 - 11:30 AM Hackettstown Library, 110 Church St. Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Monday, Dec. 10 1-2 PM Washington Township Library, 37 East Springtown Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853 Saturday, Dec. 15th The New Chanukah Dance 6:30-10 PM CHANUKAH DANCE REMIX! The Kvetching Schmendricks are back with their Chanukah hits including a hot new release! Our Hebrew School kids take the stage for our opening number! Cost: $15.00/10.00 and children under three free. Admission includes dinner, latkes and rockin' out with the Bad Boys of Jewish Rock! Not to be missed! For more info please contact: Rabbi Rudin atRabbi@templehatikvahnj.org. Family Friendly event.
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