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The ‘The story could end on Dec. 13,’ he Serving our Community observed, citing the day voters will Since 1888 decide the fate of the referendum, ‘or it Item could begin all over again.’ November 24, 2005 Superintendent of Schools Richard Brodow, on the bond referendum 75 cents weekly of Millburn and Short Hills www.theitemonline.com

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By Harry Trumbore has failed to provide her with an White, in turn, declared she was of The Item analysis of the operating expenses being “maligned,” prompting board that will be incurred if the bond- member Scott Kamber to declare With the vote on a $40.2 million related classrooms are built. She that Reidenberg’s attack on White bond referendum to fund sec- also asked for projected budgets was “beyond the pale.” ondary school construction three for coming school years. Reidenberg also made the point weeks away, heated debate about When board members Joel Rei- that the three dissenting board the bond came to a boiling point at denberg and Carol Marcus told members had voted against Monday night’s Board of Educa- White those costs—including approving $8.2 million in state tion meeting. salaries and health benefits—were assistance. It is unlikely that the Throughout the meeting, board speculative and could not be cal- state funding will come through members argued among them- culated accurately, White the bankrupt Schools Construc- selves as members of the audience answered, “The bottom line is I tion Corporation, Reidenberg said, by turn voiced their disapproval or want the numbers. Why don’t I but rather in the form of debt ser- support of the proposed construc- deserve to get them?” vice relief. tion. Reidenberg and, later, member “You can’t equate $8.2 million Board member Brenda White, Ronni Schuman-Brown, took issue in funding to $8.2 million in inter- who is one of three board mem- with White’s own letter to The est coverage,” White maintained. bers opposed to the referendum, Item in which she claimed she had, Robert Zegalarski, assistant super- maintains the tax impact of the at a finance committee meeting, intendent for business, however, bond on the average homeowner discussed in detail how she calcu- told the board he believed the debt will be approximately $1,200, not lated her $1,200 tax figure. Rei- service relief covered the principal the $396 presented in board litera- denberg told White she had not as well as the interest of the bond. ture. discussed the issue with the com- Kamber chastised the board for White protested attacks on her mittee. Schuman-Brown, who failing to act on his request to hire credibility by past and current along with board president Debbie a consulting architect to oversee board members in letters to The Frank, was also named in White’s Item and said the administration letter, agreed. SEE BOE, PAGE B8

EDUCATION Grades 5, 7 to be tested By Harry Trumbore grams. Because the state has er districts. of The Item moved slowly in choosing a stan- “Not all children are learning at dardized test for the third and fifth the same levels,” Doyle said. “Pub- Sometime between the barrage grades, Doyle told the board Mill- lic education needed a kick.” of accusations and invectives burn has ordered Terra Nova tests, For his part, Superintendent of hurled by both board and audience “because we presume the state is Schools Richard Brodow said the members at Monday night’s Board not going to be on time.” new tests will re-ignite debate of Education meeting, the board Doyle said before the meeting about the extent of testing now managed to take action on a mod- that the tests can be returned required under the No Child Left est amount of resolutions and hear should the state proceed with Behind legislation. reports on academic programs and plans to implement an “off the “I believe we’re quickly reaching curriculum. shelf” test statewide. the point where there is far too ADAM ANIK/THE ITEM Maryann Doyle, assistant super- “The standardized tests are not much testing,” Brodow said. intendent for curriculum and terribly important to us,” the assis- New initiatives are being forged Township student Catherine Naas, 9, left, takes turns with fellow resident Gabriela Mottesi, 9, instruction, told the board that the tant superintendent said. The test- between the high school art unpacking frozen turkeys from shipping crates at the East Orange City Hall Saturday district will comply with the state ing schedule adversely impacts department and the Paper Mill morning. Approximately 30 members of the Junior League of the Oranges and Short Hills Department of Education’s instructional time for classes, she Playhouse, Doyle also announced and their children assembled Thanksgiving gift bags that were distributed to more than 100 announcement last week that stan- said, claiming that for a district at the meeting. A presentation of needy families identified by the East Orange Health Department. dardized testing must be extended such as Millburn, that has main- visual and performing arts will be to grades 5 and 7 this spring. tained a high level of achievement, held at the theater in March, she Under the No Child Left Behind the test results are not helpful in said, and a poster competition for ENVIRONMENT Act, standardized testing of third analyzing and improving curricu- Essex County art students will be grade students began last year. Stu- lum. held in conjunction with the stag- dents in the fourth, eighth and 11th Nonetheless, Doyle said stan- ing of “A Midsummer Night’s grades were already subject to dardized testing focuses attention Road work imperils trees established standardized test pro- on comparing standards with oth- SEE GRADES, PAGE B8 of 28 residents Saturday morning asked by the residents to attend. ATHLETICS Undercliff to discuss the township’s plan and He said Monday he will convey inspect the trees lining the street. residents’ concerns about the need residents move to The group, which calls itself the for the road repair project to the South Mountain Property Values township’s engineering depart- save 15 pin oaks Group, examined 15 pin oak trees ment and the township adminis- Turf boosters going public in the block between Millburn trator. By Patricia Harris Avenue and Southern Slope Drive Saturday’s meeting was precip- By Harry Trumbore the new turf, a new running track group is gearing up its fund-raising of The Item of The Item and generated a list of eight trees itated by a letter dated Sept. 22 and improvements—which may efforts, it is continuing to move for- that could be saved. Doty sent to all the residents of Save some of that holiday include additional synthetic sur- ward with site plan work. The township forester is work- Doty said Monday that depend- Undercliff Road. In the letter, Doty spending money until after Christ- faces—to the playing fields behind “It’s been kind of quiet,” admit- ing with a group of concerned res- ing on the placement of storm said, “In cooperation with the mas. the stadium will run close to $3.5 ted Meguerian, “but we’re going idents on Undercliff Road to pre- drains in the road repair project, township engineering department, That’s when a group looking to million. through the process and have done serve some of the 20 trees that line two of those eight trees also might the shade tree department is taking finance an artificial turf field at the James Meguerian, the founda- the street and that had been sched- have to be taken out. the necessary action of removing high school stadium plans to tion’s president, said while the SEE TURF, PAGE B8 uled for removal due to a road Also present at the hour and a the structurally unsound pin oak widen its fund-raising efforts to the repair project. half meeting was Committeeman general public. Thomas Doty met with a group Daniel J. Baer, who had been SEE ROAD, PAGE B8 “We’re moving forward toward our goals,” Mayor Thomas C. McDermott said this week. “At this point, we’ve solicited donations from smaller groups.” McDermott is one of many res- idents working in conjunction with municipal officials and the Board of Education to finance the project. The idea of private funding for an overhaul of the high school ath- letic facilities has been an issue ever since voters passed an $18 million bond referendum in Sep- tember 2002 to fund construction at the elementary schools. At that time, they also vetoed a second proposal on the ballot to replace the grass field with an artificial sur- face at a cost of $1.4 million. Parties interested in pursuing the installation of an all-weather JIM CONNELLY/THE ITEM artificial turf formed the Millburn Architect Don Fiore, left, and Jim Stone of the Millburn Sports Sports Activity Foundation a year Activity Foundation, Inc. display a promotional poster Friday ago and began exploring ways to detailing proposed improvements the foundation hopes to fund raise private funding. PHOTO COURTESY OF SHEILA VARKI at the high school. Behind them, engineer Keith Disko takes To date, members of the organi- measurements of the high school stadium’s surface. The zation have reportedly collected Residents of Undercliff Road meet with Thomas Doty, township forester, fourth from left, to foundation plans to begin a public fund-raising campaign soon inspect pin oaks on the street, scheduled to be removed because of a road repair project. As a several hundred thousand dollars in initial seed money. Foundation to raise money for artificial turf playing fields and a new result of Saturday’s session, a list was generated of eight trees that are structurally sound and running track. can be saved. officials estimate the current cost of

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POLICE Auto thefts plague neighborhood By Harry Trumbore 38. sional driver’s license. women physically resisted arrest of The Item The force of the impact report- and were handcuffed with difficul- A car thief reportedly targeted edly pushed Zaro’s car into the Assault ty. cars parked in a neighborhood off rear of a car in front of her, driven A mother and daughter were They were transported to police White Oak Ridge Road last week. by Stacy Strich of Colonia, 28. arrested the afternoon of Nov. 15 headquarters where they were According to police, a Richard Santosdionicio, whose car had after an argument with police over charged with aggravated assault Drive resident the morning of Nov. to be towed from the scene, was a parking ticket turned physical. and resisting arrest. Amani 17 discovered his 2000 Jeep had cited for careless driving. Zaro, A police officer patrolling the Ibrahim also was cited for driving been taken from his driveway dur- who received a summons for dri- parking decks at The Mall at Short with a revoked license. ing the night. Other residents on ving an unregistered vehicle, Hills shortly after 6 p.m. reported- the street that morning reported reportedly complained of chest ly observed the two women sitting Fraud the door to a Mercedes Benz had pain and was transported by the in separate parked cars in an area Police were summoned to The

E51580-01 been damaged and the glove box Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer designated for handicapped park- Mall the afternoon of Nov. 14 after inside a BMW was rifled. First Aid Squad to Overlook Hos- ing. He approached them and a security officer at Saks Fifth Police said the stolen Jeep was pital for observation. informed them he would have to Avenue detained a man they recovered in East Orange on Nov. In a similar accident on Route write each of them a summons. He claimed had fraudulently returned 18. 24 Nov. 14, Anna Paulowych of asked for their licenses, which they an expensive coat in exchange for An unsuccessful attempt to Union, 39, was stopped in traffic turned over to him. money and a less expensive gar- break into an Audi parked on shortly after 9 a.m. when her car While the officer was writing the ment.

E54443-01 Clive Hills Road also was report- was reportedly rear-ended by a car tickets in his patrol car, the two According to reports, the man, ed the morning of Nov. 17. driven by Heather Aquinaldo of women approached and reported- identified at Sarkis Grigoryan of A Silver Spring Road couple Somerset, 19. ly began to protest the tickets. Glendale, Calif., 26, asked to returning from a weekend out of Police charged the teen with According to the officer, they exchange a $895 coat and pro- town Nov. 13 reportedly discov- careless driving. Paulowych report- yelled at him until he closed his duced a receipt. The security offi- THE WINSTON SCHOOL ered someone broke into their edly suffered neck pain, but refused door. cer told police the receipt con- ACUSTOM -FIT EDUCATION Lexus and ransacked the glove medical treatment. According to reports, the daugh- tained a code number that only Please come to our Winston School Open House compartment. Township resident Anna ter, later identified as Amani can be used in a single transaction. Last week, a similar series of Rashkovsky, 56, was driving south Ibrahim of Staten Island, 30, went The officer said the receipt already Learn about our individualized approach to education where thefts from automobiles was on Old Short Hills Road around around the patrol car and entered had been recorded in a prior return we recognize each student’s unique learning style. reported in nearby neighborhoods 11:30 p.m. Saturday when her car it through the passenger side door made to a Beverly Hills, Calif., Wed. Nov. 30, 2005 9am-11am • Thurs. Jan. 12, 2006 9am-11am around Lawrence Drive and reportedly collided with a car dri- and took her mother’s license. branch store. To make a reservation for our Open House please call Northbrook Drive. ven by a Springfield teen-ager who While Ibrahim ran back to her After store officials allowed or email Pamela R. Bloom, Ed.M, Head of School was exiting Talbot Court and mak- car, police said her mother, Aliya Grigoryan to exchange his coat for Auto accidents ing a left turn. Ibrahim, 50, also from Staten a less expensive one, and paid him (973) 379-4114 • [email protected] Julissa Zaro of Perth Amboy, 34, Police report Rashkovsky suf- Island, tried to keep the officer the $573.84 difference in price, WINSTON is an independent day school for intellectually capable elementary and told police she was stopped in traf- fered from neck pain and three from exiting his vehicle by pushing they reportedly watched him exit middle school age children. THE WINSTON SCHOOL helps students reach their full potential in a welcoming and stimulating environment. fic on Route 24 east of Hobart teens in the other car suffered arm on his door. the store and discard the receipt, Avenue shortly after 8 a.m. on Nov. and facial injuries. The officer called for assistance which the security officer retrieved WINSTON is accredited by the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges. WINSTON does not discriminate by race, creed, gender or ethnic origin. 17 when her car was struck from Police charged the 17-year-old and another officer arrived and as evidence. THE WINSTON SCHOOL • 100 East Lane, Short Hills, NJ 07078 behind by a vehicle operated by driver with failure to yield and with found Amani Ibrahim parked Police charged Grigoryan with Adela Santosdionicio of Irvington, violation of the terms of her provi- nearby. Police report the two fraud. FIRE

Please Join Us for Our Department assists at auto wreck scene By Harry Trumbore complaining of chest and back the scene reportedly stabilized the 7:30 a.m. In the basement they of The Item pains. They secured Zaro’s neck woman, who suffered cuts and reportedly discovered a large Township firefighters were with a brace as a precaution and abrasions, and fastened a brace amount of water coming from the drawn to the scene of several put her on a longboard to transport around her neck. Power tools were boiler’s overflow valve. motor vehicle accidents during the her to the ambulance. used to cut the driver’s side door At the same time, water was past week and in two cases assist- A 78-year old woman told from the car before the woman leaking from a third floor radiator Grand ed with extricating victims from police she became fatigued while could be safely removed from the and through several light fixtures. their damaged automobiles. driving north on Kennedy Park- vehicle. Firefighters then trans- Firefighters report it took 45 Arriving at the scene of a three- way Nov. 16 shortly after 3 p.m. ferred the driver to an ambulance minutes to drain the water from car accident on Route 24 the and lost control of her car, which for the trip to the hospital. the heating system. The home- morning of Nov. 17, firefighters careened off the road and struck Reports of a water problem owner was advised to have repairs Opening were told one of the drivers, Julissa two trees. drew fire personnel to a South Ter- made to the boiler and have the Celebration Zaro of Perth Amboy, 34, was Fire personnel who arrived on race residence Monday around electrical outlets inspected. SATURDAY NOVEMBER 26th COMMUNITY e are kicking off our Grand Opening W with special Wheels set in motion for tri-town bike path discounts and refreshments. Proponents of a three-town the tri-town route, he said. Mountain Reservation to car traf- said. Visit us during the day and pick up a ticket for our Grand Prize bicycling path that would include The group, which calls itself Tri- fic on Sunday mornings. The road He said he will be working on Drawing: a fabulous collection from Towle Silversmiths which the roadways in the township are Cycle, intends to seek grant fund- could then be opened to bicycle the project with fellow Committee includes 8 place settings of fine china, 8 matching service plates, seeking ways to appeal to biking ing, Baer said, noting that banding and pedestrian traffic for several member Sandra H. Haimoff. 8 wine glasses and 8 place settings of flatware. The Perfect Setting enthusiasts while the project is together as a number of towns in a hours. Baer said he is heartened by the specializes in fine giftware and tabletop appointments. Stop by and being completed, Committeeman region can improve the chances of Also, by early next year, the response he has received so far. Daniel J. Baer said Monday. drawing grant money. group will seek input from the pub- More than 100 residents signed a find a unique gift solution for everyone on your holiday list. Baer said he attended a meeting The group will meet again on lic, Baer said. petition in October supporting Nov. 13 with representatives of Sunday, Dec. 4, to consider ideas “You need eight or 10 people bicycling and pedestrian efforts in Maplewood and South Orange that will maintain interest in estab- who are willing to work hard on the township. The Perfect Setting where they discussed integrating lishing the path, according to the the plan,” he said. Baer said he continues to SCHWARTZ & CO. individual plans for bike paths and Committeeman. Some of the ideas The township’s plan, which is receive calls and letters from resi- 524 Bloomfield Ave. • Verona, N.J. 07044 designated lanes along the road- under consideration include a tri- still in its infancy, will likely include dents expressing interest in devel- STORE HOURS: Mon. through Fri. 10am to 6pm • Sat. 10am to 5pm ways. Key connector streets— town bike race in May and peti- trails, designated street lanes and oping the path. 1-973-571-2160 WWW.NATSCHWARTZ.COM including Wyoming Avenue and tioning Essex County officials to signs marking the route where

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF JULIA PERSINGER THINK SNOW Students from St. Rose of Lima School write cards to accompany 22 baskets sent to U.S. Naval Lt. Cynthia Persinger Lisa and SEASON LEASE TRADE-IN EVENT her squadron, VAQ-135. Behind the children is a poster board showing photographs of Lisa as a former student and in her $100.00 Gift Cards with Packages current role as a jet pilot. The students are, from left, Christopher Nascone, Nina Lima, Tessa Giordano, Megan Furlong and COMPLETE $ $50.00 Gift Cards with Skis/Boards Kendra Rogers. SKI OR $25.00 Gift Cards with Jackets SNOWBOARD 89 Trade-in any old Ski, Snowboard or Jacket HOMECOMING PACKAGE and get your &up FREE GIFT CARD Thousands In Stock for future use. Pick Up Now - Return Next Fall IDEAL FOR GROWING FAMILIES Old equipment & jackets donated to Free Tune-ups & Binding Adjustment New Jersey’s needy families From St. Rose to pilot, with love Free Mid-Season Size Change (Gift Card with this season’s merchandise only) E54399-01 HOURS: M-F 10-9 SAT 9-6 year of high school, she was a cat- SUN 10-5 Students echist in the church’s religious edu- RT10 W • MORRIS PLAINS • (973) 267-0964 HUGE MEGASTORE • WORTH THE TRIP • WWW.PELICANSKI.COM cation program. assemble baskets Julia Persinger, Lisa’s mother and a pastoral associate for cate- for soldier grad, chetics at the church, has been telling students in the school and ORGANIC Drycleaning squadron religious education program about her daughter’s career, using a Clean your garments with us and enjoy By Patricia Harris poster board filled with pho- much fresher feel and smell of your gar- tographs as a visual aid. ments at no extra cost! of The Item The photographs show Lisa As a service project, students in when she was a schoolgirl and as a the St. Rose of Lima School and pilot entering the cockpit of her the St. Rose of Lima Church’s reli- plane, an EA6B Prowler, which is •Nomoreworriesaboutbad gious education program assem- based on the aircraft carrier Lt. Cynthia Persinger Lisa enters the cockpit of the jet she flies odor and chemical residue bled “welcome home” baskets last Nimitz. for the U.S. Navy, an EA6B Prowler. on your garments. week for a former student who is In her talks, Persinger provided • Much softer feel of your garments. now a jet pilot in the U.S. Navy anecdotes such as how the plane is the Nimitz. Persinger took with her hand lotions, gift certificates, pic- • Restores your garments touch and and the 224 members of her refueled in the air and lands on the a banner that said, “Welcome ture frames, photo albums, cook- color beautifully. squadron. carrier. Home and Thank You, Lt. Cynthia ies, crackers and candies and • Truly clean dry cleaning is Lt. Cynthia Persinger Lisa, along “I wanted to show how a stu- Lisa and VAQ135, Love, St. Rose instant cameras. guaranteed. with her squadron, VAQ-135, dent from here could achieve a of Lima Family.” Students from the The students wrote cards to returned to the United States earli- career such as Cynthia’s,” Persinger sixth grade classes of the religious accompany the baskets and, in all, er this month following a six- said. education program and the 22 baskets were assembled. month deployment in Iraq. Persinger also has been reading school’s Student Council had Persinger said Lisa and her hus- Enjoy any DRY CLEANING at 50% OFF the regular price!!! (maximum discount $6.00) Lisa is stationed at the Whidbey her daughter’s e-mails to the stu- signed the banner. band, Lt. Michael Lisa, will be Offer expires November 26th, 2005 Island Naval Air Station in Wash- dents, including one written just During the week of Nov. 14, home for a week at Christmas and ington state. before the 27-year-old woman each class in St. Rose of Lima’s are planning to come to the school The daughter of Joseph and Julia entered combat in Iraq. religious education program and and religious education programs Monterey Cleaners Persinger of Windermere Terrace, Earlier this month, Persinger school put together a basket to be to thank the students. 569 Millburn Ave. • Short Hills • Tel: 973-376-0411~2 longtime township residents, Lisa went to California to meet Lisa, sent to the naval air station. “It’s been an incredible relation- Pickup & Delivery Service attended St. Rose of Lima School. who returned to the U.S. at the Students and their families ship for my daughter as well as the E54430-01 During her junior and senior port in San Diego, Calif., aboard donated items such as note cards, students,” Persinger said.

DMDA 1st Annual Holiday Boutique Greenberg sets productivity goal at By Patricia Harris The marketing niture, trellises, pots and other them into account. I’d like to make Orange Lawn Tennis Club of The Item committee has accessories for gardens. the DMDA work for as many peo- 305 North Ridgewood Rd., South Orange plans to canvass The backyard of her building ple as possible.” Becky Greenberg, the incoming the business serves as a showroom and is set up She said she believes the organi- 973-762-0928 president of the Downtown Mill- owners in the with outdoor furniture, plantings zation is “in a good place,”with the Monday & Tuesday...November 28th & 29th burn Development Alliance district to deter- and a pond. hiring this fall of a new executive (DMDA), said this week she is mine what spe- Since establishing in the down- director and the strengthening of looking forward to a productive cial events and town, Greenberg has been serving ties with the Township Committee. 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. year for the organization, one in Greenberg promotions work on the customer attraction and “The downtown is important to Open To The Public which the committees can do their best for them, she retention committee, which she the town and needs the support of work and make positive sugges- said. The committee also is devel- chaired for four years. the council,”she said, crediting out- FREE ADMISSION tions for improvements in the oping a campaign that will set Mill- During her tenure, she suggest- going president Art Fredman with Unique Holiday Gifts from downtown. burn’s Special Improvement Dis- ed developing a shopping and din- the improvement in relations. Greenberg will take over the trict apart from others in the state. ing guide, which the DMDA pro- Greenberg also commented on Vendors on the East Coast helm in January of the organiza- Greenberg, a co-owner of The duces annually and which is a report recently submitted to the tion charged with managing the Garden Path along with her hus- mailed to residents. DMDA by the finance committee. Interested Vendors are welcome to call for additional downtown district. band, Barry, has been operating The committee has also run Fredman convened the committee In particular, Greenberg said, her Millburn Avenue business for sidewalk sales and sponsored spe- to evaluate if the DMDA’s dollars information...A portion of the proceeds are to be she is anticipating suggestions from 10 years. cial promotions such as carolers at are being well spent, she said, and donated to the American Red Cross... the marketing committee, which As a retailer, she said, she is Christmas time. its members looked at special E54448-01 has had a new chairman since the always looking to enhance the dis- The customer attraction and events from a strictly financial beginning of the year, and has put trict’s appeal as a shopping desti- retention committee will become viewpoint, she said. forward some good ideas, Green- nation and increase foot traffic. part of the marketing committee Seen from that perspective, berg said. The committee is being A landscape architect by profes- next year, she said, as its functions some of the events the DMDA chaired by Kim Bloom, a township sion, Greenberg sells garden furni- rightly place it in that area. runs are not profitable, although it resident with a background in mar- ture and accessories such as “I’m an upbeat, positive person,” is important to consider the intan- keting, and has met on several address plaques and doorbells Greenberg said in characterizing gibles of goodwill and interest the occasions to hammer out a set of through her store and makes house her management style. “If there are events generate for the downtown, goals. calls to offer consultations on fur- differing opinions, I’ll try to take she said.

CELL TOWER BOE hears appeal to nix easement By Harry Trumbore Oakey Tract near the intersection That was good news for resident with the school board, when it had of The Item of Hartshorn Drive and Highview David Zwang. not. Residents opposing construc- Road. “They can’t get this equipment “All we ask is that you educate tion of a cellular telephone tower The company’s attorney testified up there without you,” Zwang said, yourselves,” said resident Debbie in the Oakey Tract asked the before the zoning board in August adding board refusal to allow Cin- Roth. “There are tons of kids walk- Board of Education Monday night that permission from the Board of gular access to the site would effec- ing through the woods. It’s not a to reject the telephone company’s Education would be needed to per- tively kill the project. healthy situation.” request for an easement to the site. mit access for workers to erect the Board member Joel Reidenberg “For years and years, this piece The board owns the 32.7-acre cell tower. However, the school said he reviewed the letter from of land has been so hotly contested parcel of land and leases it to the board Monday night said they Cingular and walked the site. Rei- about what to do with it,” Zwang township. were not approached by Cingular denberg stated he believed a grav- told the board. Cingular Wireless has submitted until October. el access road referred to by Cin- He made the point that school a site plan application to the town- “They asked for an easement,” gular is not on board property. and town officials have consistent- ship Zoning Board of Adjustment said board president Debbie Frank. He said he is disturbed that tran- ly rejected development of the wild to construct a monopole on an L- “We’re not prepared to grant it.” scripts of the August zoning board tract of land for housing or a new shaped portion of land owned by Frank said the matter would be meeting—provided by residents— school. the New Jersey American Water referred to the Property Commit- suggest Cingular was representing “Now we’re going to allow a cell Company in a wooded area in the tee. it already had entered into talks tower?” he asked. E54494-01 IT 1124 Pg A4 Yellow Red Blue Black

‘Assessing how to act begins by asking the right questions. The first question in this Page A4XX situation must be, what do we need to The Item of Millburn and Short Hills continue appropriate programming as the November 24, 2005 school population grows?’ www.TheItemOnline.com 2SLQLRQ Alisa Deitz, Campbell Road resident A community now divided It wasn’t that long ago that we were wondering why parents and other concerned residents were not making time in their busy lives to attend Board of Education meetings. Now, it seems, the board should be selling tickets to what has become the hottest sporting event in town. Monday night’s meeting may have struck a new low in a public display of discord at a school board session, on the part of both the public and the board members themselves. Elected officials maligned each other, hurling accusations of lies and secrecy. Audience members spoke out of turn and over each other in a hostile arena of words and epithets. The proposed $40.2 million bond referendum slated to go on the ballot Dec. 13 is arousing the interest of residents to the level of a volcanic eruption. The anti-bond contingent and the pro-bond forces have hardened their respective stances, which is their right. But somewhere along the way, civility has taken a back seat. The school board members, for their part, have provided a glimpse into board dynamics the likes of which we haven’t wit- nessed in this town, in our memory. Negotiations among mem- bers, heretofore conducted privately, have been laid bare for the public to see. Previous boards have prided themselves, rightly or wrong- ly, on hammering out their differences internally, in executive session or in informal meetings where the public is not present. Whatever grievances were carried over into the public meet- ings, the board presented a united front in conveying whatev- er decisions were made behind closed doors. While such deliberations have drawn criticism and accusa- tions of totalitarian decision-making, the board at least always appeared impervious in image. This present day board seems indifferent to such behavior and, in fact, appears to be unraveling at the seams. /HWWHUV WR WKH (GLWRU Three members of the elected body clearly are at odds with the other six. Given the privacy of former boards, that may not be an unusual mix. What is remarkable is the level of animos- Build schools now pare the children, who are our ued plateau. The truth is that for your confidence in us. Serv- ity that is spewing forth at almost every board meeting of late, nation’s future, with the tools for they did know the numbers then. ing on the Township Committee to address needs living in the 21st century. The truth is that the September is a tremendous responsibility from the sitting members themselves. 2002 Board of Education and you have our commitment The public is one thing. The elected board is another. The Editor, The Item: Alisa Deitz newsletter spoke of much higher that we will make every effort to third component in what has become a graceless atmosphere Over the past 10 years this 16 Campbell Road numbers than we actually have do what is best for our town, over the referendum, of course, consists of the school admin- community has passed three seen and referred to the “pro- both for today and for the future. construction bonds. In each case longed plateau.” Being “open, accountable and istrators. They have barely maintained their composure at the building was inadequate. Bond referendum The boiling continued when accessible” was not just a cam- these testy sessions. Some now say that this is a result concerned Taylor Road residents paign slogan. It is a promise of The superintendent has at times remained stony silent. At of poor planning on the part of won’t get her vote asked why the trailers were still what you can expect from us. other times, even he has engaged himself in the fray and struck the administration or Board of at Glenwood even though con- However, we need your contin- Education. Editor, The Item: struction has been complete for ued support and involvement. out verbally at his critics. When I volunteered to be part Fool me once, shame on you, more than a year and their ques- This is now a two-party town, In the spirit of finding some way to resolve the crucial deci- of the High School Long Range fool me twice, shame on me. tions were met with evasions and and we will look to both experi- sions called for by the bond referendum vote, we all need to Facilities Planning in December I voted for the bond referen- stall tactics. They were actually ence and fresh ideas in governing take a deep breath and calm down. 2003, that’s what I thought too. dum in 2002 because of the over- told that Glenwood needed the our town and moving it forward. Over the next year, what I dis- crowding at the elementary space. The campaign is now behind One way or another, a decision will be made Dec. 13 and we covered was that the decisions schools and the representations The residents pointed out that us and the real work is just all will have to find a way to live with it. about what to include in prior that the bond would satisfy all enrollment at Glenwood has beginning. It is up to all of us to Should the bond referendum pass, the doomsday predic- construction bonds was primarily space needs in the district. In decreased from 473 in 2002 to work together for the good of our tions put forth by the anti-group may or may not prove omni- driven by short-term financial particular, the representations 448 now with the same number community. scient. concerns, not by long-term were that the space needs had of sections and that there was no Ellen Steinberg analysis of what was needed. already been addressed at the good reason to keep the trailers 41 Kenilworth Drive Construction at the middle school may indeed be over- Instead of spending the money secondary schools with the 1999 there. It was not a surprise to me Jim Suell whelming and certainly will be disruptive. But it is doable. and doing it right the first time, bond and that no further expan- that Superintendent of Schools 338 Wyoming Ave. After all, construction has been completed in the past while each additional time we need to sion would be necessary at the Richard Brodow said he would school has been in session. build, we are faced with higher middle and high schools. Con- discuss the issue with them after construction costs. It’s a classic struction of the addition at the Jan. 1. Coincidental that the Appreciates town’s Should the bond referendum fail, we may find ourselves fac- case of penny-wise and pound- middle school had just been bond vote is on Dec. 13 and they ing a space crunch of formidable proportions. foolish, short-term focus. If the completed in 2002. want to make Glenwood appear book drive response We may face a demotion of our school system’s excellent rat- current construction is not Board, administrators, anyone, crowded? I think not. ing and all the dire predictions that have been attached to such approved in December, the only please tell me how you can base The only answer to the com- Editor, The Item: certain outcome is that when the an $18 million bond in 2002 on ments by White and the Taylor As many of you know, I a scenario, from lower real estate values to limited curriculum construction finally does take enrollment projections of 5,531 Road residents is that we were all launched a town wide book drive offerings. place, it will cost all of us even for the 2010-2011 school year sold a bill of goods in 2002 and this summer to benefit the Boys To those harboring such fears, we can only suggest that the more. and then just three years later they are trying to do it again. & Girls Club of Newark board will likely bounce back with an alternative plan, I haven’t met anyone who base a $40 million bond referen- The truth is that they used (BGCN) to help them build their wants to pay higher taxes. Cer- dum on enrollment projections even higher enrollment projec- library. unknown at present, just as they did in 2002. tainly no one on the Long Range in the worst case of 4,600 for the tions (as published in the Sep- As a result, we were able to Let’s allow ourselves to gather information in the coming Planning Committee was eager 2010-2011 school year? tember 2002 newsletter) to sell deliver 792 books in September days leading to the referendum vote. Let’s continue to listen to make any suggestions which It is unbelievable that what that bond than they are using for their clubhouse. Because of and learn and make our individual decisions. were expensive. We eliminated was an acceptable school config- now to support this one. The their success, we decided to many areas from consideration uration then, when enrollment truth is that they represented in extend the book drive, collecting Let’s leave the rancor out of this educational experience, for for just that reason. projections were higher, is no that same newsletter and verbally donations at both Millburn High the community’s sake. Some people have said that longer acceptable now, when at meetings that there would be School and Millburn Middle the responsible choice in the projections are lower, and will no further expansion necessary School. I am happy to report that upcoming vote is to be conserva- cost us more than three times the at the middle and high schools. on Nov. 4, we delivered 1,502 &RPPXQLW\ (YHQWV tive, that the future school popu- amount of that bond. The truth is that they agreed ver- books to the Westside Clubhouse lation is overestimated. In fact, What rang a chord with me at bally and in writing in the Sep- of the BGCN. The books will be TODAY, NOV. 24 MONDAY, DEC. 5 the far riskier decision is to do the Nov. 7 Board of Education tember 2002 newsletter that the used in their outgoing mentoring Thanksgiving. 7:30 p.m. Environmental nothing or to postpone a deci- meeting was Brenda White’s bond would include funds for the and literacy programs. Commission meeting. Town Hall. sion. If we fail to act now, who comment that was not pro or construction of four general Our book drive would not THURSDAY, DEC. 1 will accept the responsibility for con bond, but related to the 2002 classrooms at Glenwood, two of have been possible without the 7:30 p.m. Historic TUESDAY, DEC. 6 the increasing student body and bond issue and the representa- which would replace the tempo- extraordinary support of Keith Preservation Commission 8 p.m. Township Committee all the accompanying hazards: tions made by the board at that rary trailers. The truth is that Neigel, principal of the high meeting. Town Hall. meeting. Town Hall. large classes, overcrowded facili- time—five members of which still construction is complete, enroll- school; Michael Cahill, principal ties, decreased programs and the sit on this board and are propo- ment is down and the trailers are of the middle school; Theresa SATURDAY, DEC. 3 WEDNESDAY, DEC. 7 potential decline in Millburn’s nents of this bond. She said she still there. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. New Eyes for 8 p.m. Board of Recreation high standards and reputation? stood up and asked the board in We are being asked to spend SEE LETTERS, PAGE A5 the Needy jewelry and giftware Commissioners meeting. Gero Assessing how to act begins by 2002 if they were sure that no $40 million for an extra 100 stu- salesroom open. New Eyes Park Recreation Building. asking the right questions. The more construction would be nec- dents over today’s enrollment at headquarters, 549 Millburn Ave. 8 p.m. Planning Board first question in this situation essary at the middle and high the middle and high schools, if meeting. Town Hall. must be “What do we need to schools and she was assured it the worst case projections prove Letter policy continue appropriate program- would not be. She said it made accurate. This is not a $40 mil- Letters may be edited and may be ming as the school population her blood pressure go up when lion dollar problem. Please don’t published, reproduced or distributed in grows?” she heard Carol Marcus and Joel be fooled again. Make the board print, electronic, or other forms. The Certain groups have shown Reidenberg say they would sup- come back to us with a well-con- views and opinions expressed in Letters to that they believe the first and port this $40 million bond even if ceived plan. the Editor are not necessarily those of only question should be, “How there were no increased enroll- The Item or its affiliates. Submissions much does it cost?” By starting ment at the middle school and Elizabeth A. O’Brien should be typed and double-spaced, and solely with cost, essential educa- high school. My blood pressure 10 Forest Drive must be signed and include a daytime tional issues are lost. The alterna- went up as well. telephone number for verification. Letters tive to building is a very high-risk What made my blood boil was KATHLEEN M. HIVISH, Vice President, Publisher that cannot be verified or are anonymous choice. Ronni Schumann-Brown’s expla- will not be published. Not all letters will EVELINE SPEEDIE, Editor Candidates thank In this case, the truly responsi- nation of why they were wrong necessarily be published. Send letters to BRIAN WINTERBERG, Advertising Manager ble and conservative choice is to just three years ago. She said that STEPHEN BORG, Vice President township voters the editor by e-mail to vote for the construction to she knew they made those repre- [email protected], by fax to (973) Published at 343 Millburn Avenue, KERRY RUBIN, Director, Classified TeleCenter Editor, The Item: ensure that the Millburn Middle sentations, but they didn’t really 921-6458 or by mail to Editor, The Item, Millburn, NJ 07041 GLENN GARVIE, Vice President, Production and High Schools have the facili- know the numbers then and that This is a thank you to the resi- 343 Millburn Avenue. 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AN OLD STONE HOUSE LETTERS a critical component in building a better future. I wish to thank What is most FROM PAGE A4 everyone in the community who intriguing about this graciously donated their books etching is that it Gonnella, a vice principal at the and demonstrated Millburn’s gen- refers to the house middle school; Bob Hogan, Direc- erosity to our neighbors in need. as an old stone tor of Parks and Recreation; and house. The dresses the staff at the municipal pool. Daniel Berkowitz on the figures date We are very fortunate to live in 49 West Road the picture to the a town that believes education is MHS Class of 2007 1890s, but Stewart Hartshorn began to develop Short Hills Item newspaper available at Web site Park only shortly Item readers interested in seeing It offers stories from various sec- before that. Perhaps the paper’s Web site, can visit tions of the paper, which is pub- the title refers to www.theitemonline.com. lished on Thursdays, including the style of the The site carries major news arti- late-breaking updates. stone house, which cles as reported on publication day. looks now much as it did then and continues to Copy For Lifestyles Is Due Monday, Noon. impress travelers who exit the train at the Short Hills station, which the house faces.

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Santa attending two breakfasts

As part of Downtown Millburn holiday events, reservations are now being accepted for the “Mag- ical Breakfasts with Santa,” which will be held on two Saturdays, Dec. 25-50% 10 and Dec. 17, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. OFF Breakfast with Santa, which is HE NTIRE TORE sponsored by the Downtown Mill- T E S burn Development Alliance E54457-01 (DMDA), will be held at Charlie Brown’s Restaurant, 35 Main St. The festivities include a buffet breakfast and magic show featur- Donia’s Decor ing Bobby J. Gallo. ASAP Photo, located in down- WELCOMES MARIE CANNELLA town Millburn, will take compli- FORMERLY OF RADEENS OF MILLBURN mentary photos of children with Custom Window Treatments • Complimentary Interior Design Service Santa. The cost for adults is $10, $8 for Relocation THE DECOR’ YOU’RE LOOKING FOR children 5 and over, and $5 for SALE IMPORTING FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD children ages 2 to 4. Children This Location Furniture • Lighting • Oriental Rugs under age 2 are admitted free. Only! Reservations can be made by Accessories • Gifts • Home Accents • Bedding • Textiles E54272-01 calling the DMDA at (983) 379- IN-HOME SHOPPING AVAILABLE 2341 or by sending an e-mail to 12 Mine Brook Road Route 22 East [email protected]. Bernardsville Sophisticated Styling With A Green Brook 908-953-9100 Metropolitan Point Of View 732-424-0900 (Across from Movie Theatre) www.doniasdecor.com (Across from Outback Steakhouse)

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6HUYLFHV (YHQWV GIFT GIVING Charles Martel Services for former township degree in history from Albion Col- resident Charles Noyes Martel lege and a law degree from the Christ Church into Your Kingdom. were held Nov. 17 in Matawan. Mr. George Washington University Today, Thanksgiving, 10 a.m.: 7 p.m.: The evening service will Martel, 58, died Nov. 12 in Mor- School of Law. Holy Eucharist. The Rev. Allison feature a general Bible study and ristown Memorial Hospital. Born in the township, he moved Read will preach and celebrate at discussion. A workmen’s compensation to Old Bridge 26 years ago. the service. The sidesman will be attorney for more than 25 years, he Mr. Martel is survived by his Juli Towell. St. Rose of Lima Church was currently working at the law wife, Kathleen; a son, Andrew Sunday: For the first Sunday of 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 office of Robert W. Frieland in Charles of Fayetteville, N.C.; a Advent, Read will preach and cel- p.m.: Mass is offered. The sacra- Morris Plains. daughter, Julia Rose of Old Bridge; ebrate at the 8 a.m. service. The ment of reconciliation is offered Mr. Martel was an elder at the his mother, Lucene of Manchester; sidesman will be Theodore Saturday from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, and a sister, Patricia Howe of Houlis. Read will preach and the and Mass is offered at 5:30 p.m. Matawan, and worked on missions Northville, Mich. Rev. E. Bevan Stanley will cele- projects, helping people repair In lieu of flowers, memorial con- brate at the 9:30 a.m. service. The St. Stephen’s Church their homes. He was also an Eagle tributions can be made to the First sidesmen will be Sam Reckford 8 and 10 a.m.: A spoken ser- Scout with Troop 16 in Millburn. Presbyterian Church of Matawan, and Patricia Shewmaker. The first vice of Holy Eucharist with homi- Mr. Martel earned a bachelor’s 883 Highway 34, Matawan, 07747. lesson will be read by Terrence ly is at 8 a.m., followed by a Holy Finan, the second lesson will be Eucharist service with homily, read by Owen Lampe, and the choir and organ at 10 a.m. Barbara Montuoro Prayers of the People will be read Church school classes for chil- by Sandra Johnson. Nursery care dren ages 2 and a half through PHOTO COURTESY OF WYOMING PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH A Mass for former township res- University of Pittsburgh, where she will begin at 9:15 a.m. A Coffee eighth grade meet at 10 a.m. in ident Barbara V. Montuoro was was a member of Kappa Kappa Hour follows the 9:30 a.m. ser- the Parish Hall. Nursery care is Nathaniel Rolfes, Danielle Giambattista and George Pan, offered Nov. 15 in St. Rose of Lima Gamma. vice. provided at the 10 a.m. service. from left, participants in the Mustard Seed After School Church. Mrs. Montuoro, 68, died Born in Newark, she lived in the Care Program at Wyoming Presbyterian Church, show Nov. 10 in Morristown Memorial township for 27 years before mov- Community Congregational Wyoming Presbyterian Church shoeboxes filled with items they collected for Operation Hospital. ing to Basking Ridge about a year Church 10 a.m.: For the first Sunday of Christmas Child, a charitable program run by Samaritan’s A substitute teacher for the ago. 9 a.m.: The Rev. Jennifer Testa Advent, the Rev. Ronald Johnson Purse, an international charity. The boxes were filled with Westfield Board of Education, she Mrs. Montuoro is survived by leads an Adult Forum. will lead worship and preach the toiletries and small toys and trinkets donated by the was a member of the Millburn her husband, M. Joseph; two sons, 10 a.m.: For the first Sunday in sermon, Beginning at the End. students and their families. Republican County Committee Mark C. and Joseph A.; a daughter, Advent, John and Julie Meyerholz Scripture readings are Isaiah and the Short Hills Twig 17 of Stephanie Bellamy; a brother, Bill welcome all to the worship ser- 64:1-9 and Mark 13:24-37. The Overlook Hospital. Hoffman; and five grandchildren. vice. The Rev. Testa will deliver Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper She also was a Sunday school In lieu of flowers, memorial con- the sermon, Why Wait,based will be celebrated. Church officers teacher at St. Rose of Lima tributions can be made to St. Jude on Isaiah and Luke. Testa leads serving communion will be Betty Temple hosting journalist Church. Children’s Research Hospital, 501 the congregation in worship and Braunschweiger, David Berry, Mrs. Montuoro earned her St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn., prayers. Warren H. Brown minis- David Gellatly, Chris MacIntyre, Amir Taheri, an award-winning been a columnist for the pan- bachelor’s degree in 1959 from the 38105-1905. ter of music, and the Chancel Charles Christophe, Leigh Porges, journalist, author and commenta- Arab daily Asharq Al-Awsat and Choir will offer inspirational Greg Framke and Susan Sing. tor will discuss “America and the its sister daily Arab News and was musical selections. After the chil- The Chancel Choir will sing. Future of the Middle East: A New executive editor-in-chief of Kay- Veronica Braun dren’s sermon, students continue Church school for preschoolers Perspective,” Thursday, Dec. 8, at han, Iran’s main daily newspaper on to their Sunday school class- will begin at 10 a.m. Children 8 p.m. at Congregation B’nai for eight years. A Mass for former township res- ship for 30 years before moving to es. Following worship, Advent from kindergarten through sixth Jeshurun. He is currently editor of the ident Veronica Braun was offered Springfield three years ago. will be celebrated with an Advent grade will meet in Fellowship The community forum is co- French quarterly Politique Inter- Monday in St. Rose of Lima Mrs. Braun is survived by a Wreath Decorating Lun- Hall at 10 a.m. for a special sponsored by American Jewish nationale. Church. Mrs. Braun, 95, died Nov. daughter, Pamela Pasquale, four cheon. Nursery care is provided Advent project. Seventh and Committee and Congregation The program is free and open 16 in her Springfield home. grandchildren and three great- and all are welcome to attend. eighth graders will be in worship. B’nai Jeshurun. to the community. She was a member of the Ladies grandchildren. Wednesday, 9 a.m.: Testa leads Crib and toddler care is available Taheri has published nine For additional information or Auxiliary and Life-Lighters, both of In lieu of flowers, memorial con- a mid-week Bible Forum on in the Crib Room during the wor- books, including “Holy Terror,” a to reserve a space, call (973) 379- St. Rose of Lima Church, and the tributions can be made to the Mill- women of the Bible. All are wel- ship hour. Following worship, study of Islamist terrorism. He has 7844 or email [email protected]. Serra Club of the Oranges. She burn-Short Hills First Aid Squad, come. everyone is invited to Hospitality also was a member of the Spring- P.O. Box 226, Millburn, 07041, or Hour. Presbyterian Youth Con- field Seniors. the Springfield First Aid Squad, Covenant Presbyterian Church nection, fellowship for young Born in Newark, she lived in P.O. Box 247, North Trivett 10:30 a.m.: The Rev. David people at Wyoming Church, will Nursery school holds gift fair Summit for 20 years and the town- Avenue, Springfield, 07081. Miner will preach the sermon, not meet this week. The Hedwig Gruenewald Proceeds from the gift fair go to Effects of Faith. This will be the Nursery School of Congregation support the nursery school. final sermon in the Hebrews 11 Members of the religious B’nai Israel will host its first-ever For more information, call Copy For Religious News Is Due Monday, Noon. series on faith. All are invited for community are invited to holiday gift fair on Wednesday (973) 379-4040. coffee and continental breakfast submit information for from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the at 10 a.m. Sunday school classes publication. News should be temple. for all ages are postponed until submitted via e-mail to Local vendors will offer unique next week, Dec. 4. [email protected] or by holiday gifts for friends, family THREE DAYS ONLY! calling (973) 921-6453 or by and the home. Items will include AUCTION First Baptist Church writing The Item, 343 trendy children’s clothing, toys, FINE ART, ESTATE & ANTIQUE 10:30 a.m.: The Rev. Richard Millburn Ave., Millburn, hand-knitted items, jewelry and Hines will deliver the sermon, 07041. other fashion accessories, family FINE FURNITURE / EXQUISITE JEWELRY / FINEART / PERSIAN & ORIENTALRUGS Remember Me When You Come portrait packages and personal- ized stationery. MUST BE LIQUIDATED AT NOMINAL BID, OR NO RESERVED. EXTRAORDINARY PERSIAN RUGS FROM SMALL TO PALACE SIZE. INVESTMENT CALIBER FINE ART - PICASSO, CHAGALL, DALI, DELACROIX, L. NEIMAN, TARKAY & MORE. HIGH VALUE ITALIAN AND FRENCH FURNITURE, CLASSICAL BRONZES, CERTIFIED JEWELRY AND HIGHLY Advent & Christmas Tarkay COLLECTIBLE OBJECTS OF ART. 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Dec. 6 Tuesday Advent Lecture Series 7:30 PM “Advent from a Carmelite Perspective” Very Rev. Jack Russell, O. Carm. Seton Hall University Faculty TBJ’sTBJ’s Dec. 13 Tuesday Advent Lecture Series 7:30 PM “Meditation of the Life of St. Luke” Terry Golway HHolidayoliday Writer for America and New York Observer “Boutique“Boutique a andnd B Beyond”eyond” Dec. 18 Sunday Annual Parish Candlelight Carol Sing 4:00 PM Sing along with Chorus, brass, organ, th harp, flute and percussion. Tuesday, November 29 9:30am-6:30pm Dec. 21 Wednesday Advent Reconciliation Temple B’nai Jeshurun 7:30 PM 1025 South Orange Avenue FREE ADMISSION AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Christmas Masses Shop for jewelry, cashmere sweaters, belts, hats and gloves, wraps, Christmas Eve 5:30 PM - Family Mass children and baby clothing and accessories, stationery, home goods, 7:30 PM - Carol Mass artwork, books, frames, teachers’ gifts and more! 9:30 PM - Candlelight Carol Service 10:00 PM - Solemn Mass with Procession to Crib Sponsored by TThehe W Women’somen’s A Associationssociation o off B B’nai’nai J Jeshuruneshurun Christmas Day 8:00, 9:30, 11:00, AM & 12:30 PM E54460-01 E54273-01 IT 1124 Pg A7 Yellow Red Blue Black

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By Thom Molyneaux also be mentioned that “The Nor- for The Item mals ”is an energetic, often very If Luna Stage in Montclair funny, sketch comedy that delivers opened its season by blasting off to more than its fair share of laughs, the far edge of theatricality and in a well-paced production that experimentation with “Robeson in welcomes back some Luna veter- Space,” for their second production ans and introduces three fresh tal- they’re sitting in a comfortable ents to the Montclair stage. broad comedy, rocking on the The playbill tells us that “The familiar front porch of farce. Normals” is set in the suburbs, but Indeed, “The Normals” by Chris Jessica Parks’ detailed cartoon of a Widney hearkens back to the clas- ramshackle house and cluttered sic comedies about show-biz folks porch, unkempt yard (with off- and assorted loveable eccentrics stage grazing sheep) tells us we’re that George S. Kaufman penned closer to Tobacco Road than Wis- with Moss Hart and Edna Ferber, teria Lane. The play opens with way back in the day (as they say, John Tuttle, writer/ actor/produc- now, in the day). Plays such as er (played by actor/director, Paul “The Man Who Came to Dinner,” Whelihan), interrupting his lawn- “You Can’t Take It with You” and mowing to get back to writing his “The Royal Family” spring imme- musical version of “The Odyssey.” diately and affectionately to mind. John has been working on this epic Kaufman and his cohorts based musical for some 17 years and, the characters in their comedies on although it will require a $12 mil- specific, easily recognizable friends lion budget, take five days to per- and enemies. Everyone knew that form, in Greece, on 15 different the “royal family” were the Barry- Grecian islands, to which the audi- mores and that Sheridan White- ence will be transported back and side in “The Man Who Came to forth by boat, John actually has a Dinner” was based on Alexander backer who seems close to raising Woolcott–once, Woolcott, even all the money. Meanwhile, his wife, played Whiteside in a summer the- Molly, (Luna favorite Mona Hen- ater production—and it didn’t take nessy) an actress/dancer, is trying PHOTO COURTESY OF LUNA STAGE the audience long to figure out that to come up with enough money to Members of the Normal family and their friends encourage Atlas, portrayed by Daniel Paul Johnson, third from left, standing, to a lovably manic character named meet three months of overdue “Banjo” in the same play was mod- mortgage payments, fix an over- pursue a theatrical career during Luna Stage’s production of “The Normals.” Also featured in the cast, are, from left, standing, eled on a lovable Marx brother flowing septic tank, repair a Keara Hailey, Rita Rehn and Mona Hennessy, and, kneeling, Paul Whelihan. The show continues in Montclair through Dec. 11. named “Harpo.” decrepit roof, faulty plumbing, and In fact, Dorothy Parker once two cars that are falling apart etc, complained that Kaufman et al. etc. And if these grease-paint-in- backwater burgs and off, off, off zen brought in to play off against del’s choice of Keara Hailey to play suddenly break out in his cartoon had used her as the model for a the-blood theatrical troupers Broadway, Equity and non-equity the show-biz types and assorted her. Miss Hailey has an appealing world of farce. These moments are character in plays and books so haven’t been dealt a bad enough productions), feel this is a waste of eccentrics. The “outsider” serves as warmth and dazzling smile. When genuine, often dramatic, and well often that if she wrote an autobi- hand, they are also facing the talent and a betrayal of the family contrast, comic foil, and the eyes she pairs with Daniel Paul Johnson played by the talented cast, but are ography she could be sued for pla- tragedy of an only son who wants tradition. John’s quest for a pro- and sensibility of the audience to and as Gigi teaches Atlas how to almost jolting in their disconnec- giarism. to be an accountant. duction of his “Odyssey” and the the bizarre behavior of the broad- dance the box step for the school tion to the world of the play. We Chris Widney hasn’t taken that Atlas (Daniel Paul Johnson), somewhat reluctant decision of ly drawn characters. Chris Widney production, the two combine to don’t expect real blood from car- approach; his down-on-their-heels their handsome son, is blessed with Atlas to play Curly in the high scuttles that classic ploy by making give us as sweet and as charming a toon characters. actors and writers are more gener- a pitch-perfect singing voice. Both school’s senior class production of his “outsider,” Gigi Lambert, ” a scene as we’ve seen in a good ic than specific, so his less “royal,” his parents and their life-long flam- “Oklahoma” are the springboards blind girl who wants to dance in a while. “The Normals” runs through more “normal,” family is less clas- boyant friend, Bobbie-Jo Hassett from which—as they say—the hilar- Broadway chorus. The author hasn’t been quite as Dec. 11 at Luna Stage in Mont- sic Kaufman comedy and more (Rita Rehn), a musical comedy ity ensues. Although I question the author’s successful in maintaining a consis- clair. Call the box office at (973) extended “Saturday Night Live” stalwart (mostly in road compa- In these kinds of farces, there is choice of this character, I’m tent style in his script. Abruptly, 744-3309 for tickets and informa- sketch comedy. That said, it must nies, small town conventions, always an “outside,” a regular citi- delighted with director Jane Man- moments of real humanity will tion, or visit www.lunastage.org.

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The Maplewood Glee Club will awarded at the glee club’s spring 0001558465-01 present its winter concert, “Songs concert. We Love To Sing,” Saturday, Dec. In addition to major concerts in Special Advertising Feature 3, at 8 p.m. in the South Orange the spring and fall, the club pre- ATLANTIC CITY Middle School, 70 North Ridge- sents special concerts throughout wood Road, South Orange. the year at local nursing centers, CASINOATLANTIC CONFIDENTIAL CITY Albert Ganter will conduct the retirement homes and hospitals. By Ellen Burke Rawls BY TONY AUGUST concert and Tricia Woods will be The club welcomes new members. W169997-01 the accompanist. Gloria Thur- Rehearsals for the spring concert $1 OFF mond, professor of voice at Seton will begin in early January on Hall University and a soprano, will Monday evenings at the DeHart Tony DeSare be featured at the concert. The Center in Maplewood from 7:45 to Cantamus Children’s Choir will 9:45 p.m. joins SNL at the Sands * also perform. The glee club can be contact *With this ad. One discount permitted. tlanticCity is becoming an ever more popular destination for the The concert is Ganter’s first with through the Web site, www.maple- 165 of America’s best craft artists. four-dayThanksgiving holiday weekend. Andtolurevisitors to the Maplewood Glee Club. He is woodgleeclub.org. Fabulous gifts for every age, taste and budget! A the director of music at St. Cecilia Tickets for the concert at $10 for their casinos, all the hotelsareoffering exiting showroom lineups for Parish in Kearny, where he con- the general public and $6 for National Guard Armory • Western Avenue, Morristown, NJ the big weekend. Hot ticketsinclude Carly Simon’sshowsatBorgata’s ducts the English, Spanish, Por- senior citizens and students. They Admission $7 (all weekend access) / Under 16 Free • artrider.com • 973-455-0338 immenseEventCenter Friday andSaturday nightsat8p.m. Tickets tuguese Choirs, Praise Band, can be purchased at the door. I-287 to exit 30B. West to Rte. 202N. 3 miles to Bailey Hollow Rd., left, go to end. Armory 400 ft. on right. Or, I-287 to exit rangefrom $125 to $175. 35 to Rte. 124W (follow 124W 3/4 around square). Right onto Washington St. Left at Western Ave., 2 miles to Armory. T Tonight Show stalwartJayLenoPlays two showsat8and10p.m. Chamber Singers and is the princi- E40011-01 pal organist. In addition, he is on on Saturday night atCaesars Circus Maximus.Ticketsare $75. Grammy the faculties of Good Shepherd Awardwinner Gladys Knight, arguably oneofthegreatest soul singers Academy in Nutley and St. Cather- of our time, will be taking the midnight train to Resorts for two shows ine of Siena in Cedar Grove, where Friday at10p.m. andSaturday at8p.m.Ticketsare $55. 12 MILES WEST In the face of all the pricier offerings,myown choice for the week- he developed a Kodaly-based music curriculum for both schools. end is to catch the verytalented TonyDeSare attheSands Saturday He has also written and imple- night. Visitors who know their way around the New York nightclub THEATRE COMPANY scene are already looking for the Joe Piscopo’s SaturdayNight Live mented a musical education cur- riculum for St. Anthony High show attheSands November 26. Featured this weekend is Tony School, Jersey City. 562 BLOOMFIELD AVE. • BLOOMFIELD, NJ • 973.259.9187 • 12MILESWEST.ORG DeSare, the young man who’s been favorably compared with Michael Ganter founded the 135-voice Buble, HarryConnick Jr., even the late, Bobby Short. Joe’sspecial guest is an engaging interpreter of America’spopsongbook - the works of Cantamus Children’s Choir, made Cole Porter,theGershwins,Harold Arlen, andRodgers &Hart. up of St. Catherine and Good Singer/pianist/composer Tonyhas achieved ravesperforming at the Shepherd students. HAPP OW Y HOLID ILABLE N Times SquareMarriott Marquis, the legendaryCafé Carlyle (on Bobby Tricia Woods, the accompanist, AYS FROM ATES AVA 12 MILES T CERTIFIC Short’s night off) which led to an extended engagement at Bemelman’s is a former faculty member of the WEST! HOLIDAY GIF Bar, andwas invited to perform in the Birdland revue “Our Sinatra.” I n Brooklyn Conservatory of Music fact, itwas atJilly’s, the old RatPack hangout, whereTonyfirstmet and the National Keyboard Work- DECEMBER 2ND-17TH DECEMBER 5 Piscopo, who immediately invited himtojoin his new SaturdayNight shop. She has taught more than seriesattheSands.Tonyhas already made two appearances herewith 1,000 New York City children TROUPE OF CONCERT Joe, drawing Standing O’s from the casinocrowds.This time out, he’ll through classroom programs such VAGABONDS PRESENTS: bring along a 15-piece big bandtofleshouthis songs, andoneofthe as the Musical Theater Founda- NIGHT OF THE READING best reasons to come to the Sandsisthe very affordable $25 ducat, a tion, Brooklyn Conservatory’s far cryfrom the hugecoverimposed on those who caught Tony’s Music Partners and Create! A res- MEEK SERIES Virginia Woolf, and the Killing of the Angel recentengagement atMichael Feinstein'ssupper club in New York. ident of Maplewood, she is an Adapted by Steve Ruskin and Kirk Woodward. of the House by Ronald J. Meyers Tony released his firstCD“WantYou,”earlier this year,which A down and out Santa finds a "magic bag" accompanist for Alvin Ailey Dance Intelligence and passion for ideas struggle to overcome debuted in May atNo.16andcontinues to climb Billboard’s Top Jazz and Barnard College Dance com- bringing holiday joy to believers and cynics everywhere! the terrible things that happened in that house. Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm Monday at 7:00pm Charts.Borders Books,where the CD is flying off the shelves,has named panies and is the author of two Sundays at 1pm • All Tickets $10 Suggested donation $5 Tony’s “Want You” their “OriginalVoices” pick for August. His national blues piano method books pub- promotionaltour behindthenew CD has introduced DeSaretoenthu- lished by Alfred Publishing. Free picture with Santa and siastic new audiencesinBoston,Los Angeles,Philadelphia,Chicago and Each year the Maplewood Glee DECEMBER MEET SANTA Palm Beach. Tony isanative of Glens Falls, NY. He holdsabusiness Club awards a scholarship to a a gift bag for each child! 2ND AND Sponsored by degree from Ithaca College and now residesinWestOrange, NJ. Locals local area high school student BEFORE THE 9TH The Bloomfield Center Alliance, Inc. can catch up with Tony when he plays occasional gigs atShanghai Jazz planning to continue his or her SHOW! Fridays from 6:30-7:30pm in Madison,NJ. music studies. The glee club has Opening for DeSare is Giada Valente.Arriving this side of the Pond been awarding the scholarship to a from hernative Venice a year ago, Giada has become apopular per- graduating high school senior since formerinNew York clubsand hotels.Herstyle is a revivalofthe 1971. The award is named for John famousromanticItalian,American andNeapolitan standardspresented A. Plumer, a former member of the with a blendofpopandjazz elements.Valente has just been castfora club who was responsible for initi- SPONSORED BY: majorrole in the upcoming Broadwaymusicalbased on the life of ating the scholarship program. MarioLanza titled “Be My Love.” Be among the firsttodiscover this The value of the award is young talent at the Sands Saturday, virtually on the eve of her Broadway presently $1,500. Auditions for the debut next spring. 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Health &Fitness E45652-01 Putting ‘wellness in motion’ Local fitness studio promotes At this Thanksgiving season, it is can help you. We are always avail- efits from gentle and regular care a pleasure to pause and express able for such consultations to bet- and feel their lives return to nor- kids indoor winter activities our sincerest appreciation for the ter help and guide our patients at mal. This holiday season, give wonderful gift of community of no charge. yourself the “gift of health.” Call How many times have you want to hibernate. Then what they down by age groups. Each class is friendships old and new. (973) 467-3993. Come see us at looked at your children during the should be doing is finding indoor 45 minutes long and incorporates Thank you for the pleasant asso- Millburn Chiropractic Arts. long cold winter months wishing activities to replace their outdoor both strength training and cardio- ciation we have enjoyed during the Don’t end the year Dr. Paula Viespi is a Diplomate there was some physical activity ones. vascular fitness. year. of the American Chiropractic they could be participating in? Whether it be indoor soccer, “It’s a great way for kids to have We are offering a “gift of health” with an overload of Board of Sports Physicians and has Kids, like grown-ups, tend to basketball or walking on the fam- fun with their friends and stay in for this Thanksgiving from our a master’s degree in clinical nutri- slow down their activity levels ily treadmill, children need to shape during the long cold winter office at Millburn Chiropractic tion. during the winter. This leads to move during winter, Puryear said. months,” he said. In addition, Arts. If you think you or one of stress, aches and She has been in family practice weight management issues, loss of PHF Fitness Studio, Inc. takes PHF now offers a spinning pro- your friends or family members since 1983 and treats a variety of strength and decreases flexibility. it a step further with circuit train- gram exclusively for teens. Indoor might need the benefits of chiro- pains musculoskeletal conditions, Steve Puryear, owner of PHF ing for kids. cycling is a great way to increase practic care, this is the time to find including pediatric, pregnancy Fitness Studio, Inc. says winter is “We offer children, ages 6 to 18, leg strength and improve your car- out. related back pain, disc problems especially tough on children’s the opportunity to get in great diovascular fitness level, accord- Our dedicated staff of profes- Don’t end the year with an over- and headaches. activity levels. Kids are used to physical shape,” said Puryear. ing to Puryear. sionals are available to speak to load of stress, aches and pains. The being outside riding their bikes or “Kids have nowhere to go during you and set up a complimentary weather change is particularly bad For any questions, call Dr. running around on the play- winter. We offer a way to keep For more information consultation with one of our doc- for our patients who suffer from Paul Viespi at (973) 467-3993 ground. them active and healthy all winter regarding these programs, call tors to determine if and how we arthritis. They get tremendous ben- or consult her at 68 Essex St. During winter these types of long.” Steve Puryear at PHF Fitness activities go to the wayside. Short According to Puryear, the cir- Studio,Inc., 511 Millburn days and ugly weather make kids cuit training classes are broken Ave., (973) 379-7117. Support group aids cancer families Curves offers workout plan The Northern New Jersey Chapter of the Leukemia Information Resource Center, First Connection Pro- & Lymphoma Society is sponsoring an educational gram, Family Support Groups, Patient Education, grief support group through Dec. 21 at The St. Barn- Patient Financial Aid Program, Advocacy Network abas Ambulatory Care Center, 200 South Orange and the Trish Greene Back to School Program. for women of all ages, levels Ave., in Livingston for parents who have recently lost The Society is a non-profit organization that relies a child to cancer. on the generosity of corporate and individual contri- The Millburn and Livingston makes it convenient to exercise The members are instructed to Facilitating the group will be Kathy Sonnabend- butions to advance its mission. Curves, independently owned by on almost any schedule. work their personal hardest on Kleinman, LCSW, oncology social worker. Headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., the Society Marc and Rosemary Oliver, Using hydraulic fluid as resis- the machines and to maintain The group meets on Wednesday evenings through has 66 chapters in the United States and additional allows women of all ages and fit- tance, Curves machines accom- their heart rate, which is checked Dec. 21, except for the second week of December branches in Canada. It is the world’s largest voluntary ness levels to perform all five of modate any female frame without every eight minutes. when the session will be held on Tuesday evening, health organization dedicated to funding blood can- the components of a complete fit- having to change plates or weight Regular strength training Dec. 13. cer research and providing education and patient ser- ness program: warm-up, com- stacks. speeds up metabolism, bones and There is no fee to attend. However, advance regis- vices. bined strength and cardio train- Each machine works two com- burns fat, relieves arthritis and tration is required and space is limited. For addition- Since its founding in 1949, the Society has invest- ing, cool down and stretching. plete muscle groups resulting in a fibramyalgia pain and brings al information or to register, call either Deborah ed more than $360 million in research specifically tar- Experienced instructors at total body workout. By working down cholesterol levels and blood Halpern or Laura Mott at (908) 654-9445 or contact geting leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Last year Curves offer one-on-one training at a fast enough pace that raises pressure readings. Most impor- them via e-mail at [email protected] or [email protected]. alone, the Society made more than 812,000 contacts in a no pressure, comfortable the heart rate, aerobic benefits are tantly, it builds a sturdy muscle with patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals. atmosphere that has helped also achieved. frame and strong bone that pre- About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society For more information about blood cancer or the women of all ages and fitness lev- A circuit of 22 stations enables vent osteoporosis and safeguard The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission is Northern New Jersey Chapter, visit www.lls.org/nnj els achieve results. Its “30-minute the time crunched exerciser to flexibility. to cure leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and Hodgkins or call the Society’s Information Resource Center workout” promise, and travel pol- move around the circle two and Disease and to improve the quality of life of patients (IRC), a call center staffed by master’s level social icy, which allows members to uti- one-half times, utilizing each sta- For more information, call and their families. workers, nurses and health educators who provide lize any of the more than 9,000 tion for only 30-second intervals, (973) 376-5656 or (973) 597- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society offers a com- information, support and resources to patients and worldwide Curves locations, making it fast, fun and effective. 9700. prehensive array of services to patients and families their families and caregivers. IRC information spe- touched by blood cancers. 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A12 The Item of Millburn and Short Hills Thursday, November 24, 2005 (GXFDWLRQ www.TheItemOnline.com THANKSGIVING FUN Next Board of Education meeting is at middle school The last Board of Education meeting in 2005 is tain School) and 27,March 13 (at Deerfield School) scheduled for Monday, Dec. 12, at Millburn Middle and 27,April 10 (at the high school library) and May School. 1. Meetings in 2006 are scheduled for Jan. 9 (at All meetings begin at 7:45 p.m. and are held in the Wyoming School) and 23, Feb. 13 (at South Moun- Education Center unless otherwise noted.

PHOTO COURTESY OF DEERFIELD SCHOOL PTO Deerfield School kindergarten students dress up as pilgrims and Native Americans for a Thanksgiving celebration Nov. 17. Leading the festivities are students, from left, Joshua Weisman, Viviana Zeballos, Grace Sanders and Andie Horowitz, and teachers Jennifer Nord, Lisa Wolfe and Nicole Piazza. Stage band holding fruit sale Open 7 days/week The 2005 Millburn High School call Mindy Scheierman at (973) Nathan Barbakoff, Nipun Kant, stage band is holding its annual 376-3600, extension 374. Orders Camille Cole and Mickey Roth Florida Citrus Sale. will be accepted until Thursday, (trombones); David Kobray, Dan As in past years, the program Dec. 1. Vinegrad and Jason Tkach (trum- offers top quality fresh fruit, with The members of the 2005-06 pets); Paul Adler, Daniel Griffith, delivery scheduled for mid-Decem- stage band are student directors Jake McNulty, Brandon Sherman, ber. Andrew Van Tassel (saxophone) Sam Budish, Jesse Fried, Brian Lee, Proceeds from the fruit sale will and Scott Nadelson (trumpet); Ayla Gordon, Joey D’Alessio and Store Closing Sale help defray costs of jazz festivals Yong Cho, Conor Gilsenan, Kaylin David Lincer (rhythm); Ross Link- and performances planned for the Shutte, Greg James and Jill Adler er and Alex Franke (audio techni- students this year. (reeds); Jennifer Wang (flute); cians). save up to 60% on everything The annual “Night of Jazz VII” concert, scheduled for Thursday, Final Weeks April 20, will feature prominent professional jazz artists performing clothing sizes preemie - 4T, accessories, toys, with the students. In addition, the stage band is planning on per- books, bedding, furniture and more! forming at a music festival and floor samples and store fixtures for sale too continuing the annual “MHS Jazz

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www.TheItemOnline.com The Item of Millburn and Short Hills Thursday, November 24, 2005 A13 SONGS AND SWIRLS Forums on bond referendum are scheduled

The Dec. 13 vote on the $40.2 Members of WeLoveMill ance departments. High school Carri Cohen at (973) 218-1623. million bond referendum to fund burn.com also are currently dis- representatives scheduled to Dan Strickler, a resident who construction at the middle and tributing literature at local super- appear are Keith Neigel, principal; filmed a video of conditions inside high schools is three weeks away markets, the train station and the Nancy Siegel, head of the guidance the secondary schools and taped and supporters and opponents of township recycling yard.The Mill- department; and vice principals interviews with members of the the referendum are scheduling burn Conference of Parents and William Miron and Michele Pitts. school administration, teachers informational sessions for the pub- Teachers will host two forums for Middle school representatives and members of the long-range lic. residents interested in learning scheduled to appear are Michael committees that studied space WeLoveMillburn, a citizens’ about space needs at the secondary Cahill, principal; vice principals needs at the secondary schools, is group opposed to the current con- schools. The first forum is sched- Theresa Gonnella and David scheduled to present his video, struction plans, will sponsor a uled for Tuesday, Nov. 29, at 7:30 Pawlowski; and John Rogers, guid- “Educating Millburn,” at the Bauer forum Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. p.m. at Millburn High School. ance coordinator. Community Center in Taylor Park at the Millburn Free Public Library, The second forum is scheduled Other speakers scheduled to Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. according to David Dwyer, the for Wednesday, Nov. 30, at 10 a.m. speak at the sessions include Strickler also offers free copies organization’s founder. (not 11 a.m., as originally Ronald Castaldo, principal of of his video through the Web site, Three members of the Board of announced) at the Millburn Free Hartshorn School, and Julianna www.educatingmillburn.com. Education who voted against Public Library. Kusz, the district’s director of spe- Both WeLoveMillburn and PHOTO COURTESY OF GLENWOOD SCHOOL PTO approval of the referendum, Scott The forums will last approxi- cial services. VOTE YES, a citizens’ group sup- Glenwood School first graders Ilina Kapoor, left, and Lucia Kamber, Joshua Scharf and Bren- mately 45 minutes and will feature An audience question-and- porting the referendum, regularly Geng perform a Japanese dance during the cultural program da White, are scheduled to appear, school administrators, including answer session will follow the pre- update information about bond Nov. 7 in which students also presented traditional dances Dwyer said, and the evening will the principals and vice principals sentation by the school officials. issues on their Websites, include a question and answer ses- of the middle and high schools as For further information, contact WeLoveMillburn.com and from China, Italy and Hawaii. sion. well as the directors of the guid- Paula Touger at (973) 495-5220 or www.voteyesmillburn.org. Residents hold carnival fund-raiser to benefit autism assistance group Hoop-A-Paluza IV, a fund-rais- Chateau and Whole Foods donat- “When we reviewed the numer- cally increase the number of kids areas: children’s health services, in charitable work can be exciting ing event held Nov. 6 at Millburn ed food and drinks for the partici- ous applicants for this year’s main they can help is very exciting.” outreach to affected families and and fun, and we’re energized by High School that included basket- pants. grant, we were very impressed with Hoop-A-Paluza, Inc. (HAPI), a pediatric medical or scientific the support the community has ball contests and carnival style Organizers said proceeds from Alpine’s reputation and expertise,” New Jersey nonprofit corporation, research. Since its inception in given us.” entertainment, raised more than the event will fully fund the first said Ed Zimmerman, chairman of is a public charity founded by a 2002, HAPI has raised more than $240,000 for the Alpine Learning year of the Alpine Learning Hoop-A-Paluza. “We were moved group of nine friends, including $580,000 to aid pediatric causes HAPI is a tax-exempt Group. Group’s Early Detection and by the depth of their waiting list. township residents Ed and Betsy including cancer, diabetes, and organization under Section Participants enjoyed music, Treatment Program for toddlers There are so many people seeking Zimmerman and Jodi Cooperman. burn treatment. 501(c)(3) of the Internal crafts, inflatable rides and other with autism. Alpine will also part- services for young children with The organization concentrates “One of our main goals was to Revenue Code. For more carnival-themed activities through- ner with local hospitals to provide autism that Alpine’s current edu- its efforts on improving the physi- find a way to involve kids in help- information about Hoop-A- out the event, and local establish- a free parent training and lecture cational program has 20 applicants cal and mental well being of chil- ing other kids,” Ed Zimmerman Paluza, visit the organizatoin’s ments including Tinga, La Strada, series to families of newly diag- for every spot. Knowing our fund- dren in New Jersey. HAPI supports said. “We think this is a great way Web site at Millburn Delicatessen, Bagel nosed children. ing will enable Alpine to dramati- activities primarily in the following to show our children that engaging www.hoopapaluza.org.

Special ed committee sponsoring IEP workshop St. Rose Scout collecting toys at police headquarters The Special Education Commit- The workshop will feature par- child and guides delivery of sup- For his Eagle Scout service pro- holiday season. Michael may drop off unwrapped tee of Millburn-Short Hills will ent advocate and former township port services. Parents of classified ject, Life Scout Michael Minio, 14, The holiday party will be held toys and gifts for children in the host a workshop on the Individu- resident Renay Zamloot. children are invited to attend the a member of Boy Scout Troop 17, next month in Orange at Isaiah box provided at the Millburn alized Education Program (IEP) Every public school child who workshop and should make reser- St. Rose of Lima Church, is gath- House, a shelter for women and Police Department through Dec. 1. and parents’ rights Dec. 1 at 7:30 receives special education services vations with Jane Gomez, Special ering toys for children who are vic- children who have suffered from p.m. in the Williamsburg Room of must have an IEP, which outlines Education Committee president, at tims of domestic violence and will domestic violence. For additional information, the Millburn Free Public Library. the educational program for the [email protected]. help organize a party for them this Anyone wishing to assist call (908) 687-7517.

SDC helps women become bold and stylish E54225-01 Suite Dreams Collection (SDC), things. Hot this session is the bomber under the direction of owner Jill “Gifts should be a pleasure to hat, which is offered in nylon and Still Pulvirent, is celebrating its first year purchase and a thrill to receive,” faux fur in many color options. Going and continues to delight the shop- she said. “With the holiday season Pulvirent searches for the unique Strong! per with its beautiful and eclectic quickly approaching one finds even in this category. Now Open Late Thursdays collection of women’s accessories, many different people on their gift- “Meeting designers from around Til 8pm For Holiday gifts and newly added men’s sec- giving list, including the hostess, the world gives me a chance to Shopping Thru Christmas tion. the children’s teachers, tutors, provide interesting choices to my open 7 days “All my items are carefully coaches, piano instructor, religious customers,” she said. A woman 11am-5pm selected by me or manufactured school teacher, hairdresser, mani- from Chicago designs with her webuy&sell exclusively for me,” Pulvirent said. curist, secretary assistant and many husband a whimsical line of hats, two floors of “I am particularly concerned with others.” gloves and scarves in earth and antiques carrying only the most unusual SDC offers appropriate selec- jeweled tones. & furniture designs executed with the finest tions for both men and women 2 min. from Short Hills Mall craftsmanship.” from $10 and up. Wrapping is Suite Dreams Collection is 511 Morris Ave. Pulvirent has lived in Short Hills included whether it be Hanukkah, located at 351 Millburn Ave., Summit, NJ

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THANKSGIVING DAY FOOTBALL Millers prep for visit from rival Madison

By Jim Connelly of The Item The seniors on the Millburn High School football team would like nothing more than to close out their interscholastic careers with back-to-back victories. To accomplish such a feat, the Millers need to defeat archrival Madison in the 73rd renewal of one of the state’s longest-running Thanksgiving Day series. Kickoff for the Northern Hills Conference, Suburban Division contest is set for 11 a.m. at Millburn. The Millers will have their work cut out for them against a Dodger squad that failed to qualify for the state playoffs only because the use of an ineligible player forced the Morris County school to forfeit its season-opening win over Lake- land. Both squads enter the turkey day contest coming off New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Asso- ciation consolation game triumphs on Nov. 12. Millburn (3-6, 1-5 Suburban Division) halted a four-game losing skid with an 18-7 defeat of North Hunterdon. Madison (3-6, 3-3) recorded a 28-0 win over Weehawken. For the Dodgers, who snapped a two- game slide, it was their fourth shutout of the 2005 campaign. “They are a good football team and should have been in the play- offs,” Miller head coach Carmen PHOTO COURTESY OF MILLBURN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM Guarino said. “We match up well Head coach Carmen Guarino, at left in top row, and his 12 seniors lead the Millers into action against visiting Madison at 11 a.m. today in the 73rd renewal of the with them.” The local gridders enter the tra- traditional Thanksgiving Day game. Seniors donning the Miller blue and white for the final time are front row, from left, Paul Carbone, Chris Spinelli, David Sison, ditional season-ending contest Scott Atkins, Oliver Roe, Elliot Goldman and Julian Durando and, top row, second from left, Andrew Shewmaker, Rich Hedin, Charlie Freundlich, Derek Falcone seeking to prevent a third consec- and Danny Parcells. utive Madison triumph. Madison has won the last two back Nick Corvino (6-1, 210). MILLER NOTES to Lakeland. The Millers are moving up to the triumph at Madison in 2002. meetings by a combined 55-0 “They are a very physical team Millburn’s 12 seniors—Scott The Millburn-Madison contest conference’s Skyline Division at Millburn has failed to score in score, 27-0 last year at Madison’s and like to play smash mouth foot- Atkins, Paul Carbone, Julian is one of two Suburban Divison the start of the 2005-06 school the last 10 quarters against Madi- Twombly Field and 28-0 in 2003 at ball,” Guarino said. Durando, Derek Falcone, Charlie games scheduled for Thanksgiving year. Schools are placed in the son. The last time the Millers Millburn. Guarino is looking for the Freundlich, Elliot Goldman, Rich Day. Caldwell (6-3, 5-1) hosts But- conference’s two division on the scored against the Dodgers was in “They don’t throw the ball too excitement that comes with play- Hedin, Dan Parcells, Oliver Roe, ler (2-7, 2-4) at 10:30 a.m. Millburn basis of enrollment. the second quarter of the afore- much and that is the strength of ing on Thanksgiving to provide his Andrew Shewmaker, David Sison could finish in a fifth-place tie in The traditional Millburn-Madi- mentioned 2002 contest on a 20- our defense, defending against the team with an extra lift. and Chris Spinelli—along with the league standings with a win son game will not be affected by yard touchdown pass from Doug run,” Guarino said. “I think our seniors will be ready senior manager Sarah Chu are over Madison and a Butler loss to the local gridders changing divi- Britton to Teddy Sullivan and the Key members of Madison’s to play as it is their last game on scheduled to be recognized before Caldwell. sions. ensuing extra point by Britton. Wing-T offense include senior their home field and the final the game. The Thanksgiving Day contest Guarino has not had much suc- The annual Millburn football quarterback Noah Giglio (5-10, opportunity to play in front of the The Millers are 2-3 at home this marks Millburn’s final game, for at cess on Thanksgiving Day. His banquet is scheduled for Sunday, 180), senior halfback Frankie home crowd,” Guarino said. season. The Dodgers are 2-3 away least two years, as a member of the teams are 1-4 against the Dodgers, Dec. 18, at 12:30 p.m. at The Crys- Davis (5-6, 140) and senior full- from home counting the forfeit loss conference’s Suburban Division. with the lone victory being a 14-12 tal Plaza in Livingston.

INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS MHS releases 2005-06 winter campaign schedules The Millburn High School F-2 Chatham H-3:00 February M-13 Verona A-4:00 January Th-22 Chatham A-6:00 M-12 Livingston H-4:15 Th-2 Pequannock H-7:00 Th-16 Madison A-4:00 T-3 Pequannock H-4:00 F-23 Mountain Lakes H-6:00 department of athletics has S-12 Hillsborough H-7:45 T-7 Delbarton A-7:00 S-18 Livingston# H-2:30 F-6 Glen Ridge H-4:00 January announced the school’s winter Th-15 Nutley H-5:00 Th-9 Montville A-7:00 T-21 Caldwell H-4:00 T-10 Montville A-4:00 W-4 West Orange A-6:00 sports schedule. S-17 West Orange A-6:00 S-11 Rahway H-7:00 Th-12 Verona A-4:00 W-11 Madison A-6:00 The schedules for the boys win- S-18 Wayne Valley A-8:30 Th-16 Madison A-7:00 VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL F-13 Villa Walsh A-4:00 Th-12 Pequannock H-6:00 ter track team and the girls winter W-21 Jonathan Dayton A-5:15 F-17 Whippany Park A-7:00 T-17 Madison A-4:00 S-14 Delbarton= H-Noon track team have yet to be finalized. F-23 Hanover H-9:00 T-21 Caldwell H-7:00 December Th-19 Livingston A-4:00 W-18 DePaul H-6:00 January W-22 Watchung Hills# A-3:00 F-16 West Orange A-7:00 F-20 Caldwell H-4:00 S-21 Butler A-Noon All schedules are subject to T-20 DePaul H-7:00 change. Daily schedule updates are M-2 West Orange H-4:15 !: Union Catholic Tournament. Th-26 DePaul A-4:00 W-25 Caldwell H-6:00 F-6 Hillsborough A-4:00 #: Continental Airlines Arena. Th-22 Butler A-4:00 T-31 Westfield H-4:00 February available by calling the athletic Th-12 DePaul H-5:00 T-27 North Plainfield# H-5:30 February W-1 Montville A-6:00 department’s sports hotline at S-14 Livingston A-4:15 JUNIOR VARSITY BOYS Th-29 Millburn Tourn. H-TBA Th-2 Pequannock A-4:00 S-4 St. Benedict’s Trn. A-9:00 (973) 564-7130, extension 229. Th-19 West Milford A-5:00 BASKETBALL January F-3 Glen Ridge A-4:00 T-7 Montclair H-6:00 The 2005-06 Millburn High S-21 A.L. Johnson H-4:15 T-3 Pequannock H-4:00 T-7 Verona H-4:00 S-11 W. Milford Trn. A-9:00 December W-4 Oak Knoll A-4:00 School winter sports schedule: W-25 A.L. Johnson A-6:00 F-16 West Orange H-5:30 Th-9 Montville H-4:00 W-15 Irvington H-6:00 F-27 Gov. Livingston A-9:15 S-7 St. Elizabeth A-10:00 T-14 Villa Walsh H-4:00 =: Auxiliary gymnasium. T-20 DePaul A-5:30 T-10 Montville A-7:00 February Th-22 Butler H-5:30 Th-16 Madison H-4:00 S-4 Jonathan Dayton H-4:15 F-13 Villa Walsh H-7:00 T-21 Caldwell A-4:00 VARSITY BOYS FENCING VARSITY BOYS SWIMMING T-27 S. Plainfield# H-10:00 T-17 Madison A-7:00 S-11 Gov. Livingston H-6:00 Th-29 Hanover Park H-10:00 Th-23 Lakeland A-4:00 December December S-18 Lakeland A-7:45 Th-19 Livingston A-4:00 Th-1 Montville H-8:30 F-30 Watchung Hills A-10:30 F-20 Caldwell H-7:00 T-20 Gov. Livingston H-6:30 Home rink: South Mountain Arena, January VARSITY WRESTLING Th-22 Columbia H-4:30 T-6 Delbarton A-TBA West Orange. 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January S-4 Essex tourney$ A-9:00 T-6 Mount St. Dominic A-TBA February T-3 Pequannock H-5:30 T-7 Montclair H-7:00 VARSITY GIRLS FENCING Th-8 Ridge H-8:30 W-4 Oak Knoll A-5:30 W-1 NHC tournament A-3:30 FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALL F-10 A.L. Johnson A-TBA December T-13 Pequannock H-8:30 All matches at Plaza Lanes, Madi- S-7 St. Elizabeth A-11:30 S-11 Union H-1:00 W-14 St. Elizabeth H-8:30 December T-10 Montville A-5:30 T-20 Gov. Livingston H-6:30 son. F-16 West Orange H-4:00 W-15 Irvington H-7:00 Th-22 Columbia H-4:30 M-19 Union H-8:30 F-13 Villa Walsh H-5:30 S-18 Quadrangular H-10:00 Th-22 Madison A-TBA T-20 DePaul A-4:00 January VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL T-17 Madison A-5:30 F-24 District 10 H-TBA January Th-22 New Providence H-4:00 Th-19 Livingston A-5:30 T-3 Hunterdon Cent. 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B2 Thursday, November 24, 2005 The Item of Millburn and Short Hills www.TheItemOnline.com YOUTH FOOTBALL TENNIS FINALISTS Millburn Chiefs drop title game in overtime Charles Kamara once again pre- tion to the Richmond Boro 20. vented a Millburn Recreation The overtime format called for Department gridiron squad from each team to start at the opposi- capturing a New Jersey Suburban tion’s 25-yard line. Youth Football League champi- Richmond Boro won the coin onship. toss and elected to play defense. Kamara scored on a two-yard The Chiefs failed to pick up a run in overtime Sunday afternoon, first down, leaving it up to their lifting Richmond Boro, N.Y., to a defense to give the offense a sec- 6-0 defeat of the Millburn Chiefs in ond chance. the league’s “A” Division Super The Millburn offense never did Bowl contest at Tatlock Field in get that opportunity. Summit. Kamara broke off a 23-yard line The setback left the squad of on Richmond Boro’s first play local eighth graders, a 16-14 win- from scrimmage. Kamara fumbled ner over Richmond Boro during the ball when hit by Benedict. the regular season, with a final Richmond Boro fell on the pigskin, record of 8-1-1. setting the stage for Kamara’s title- Richmond Boro, which had winning touchdown run on the PHOTO COURTESY OF MILLBURN RECREATION DEPARTMENT defeated this same group of town- ensuing play. Finalists in the Millburn Recreation Department’s fall tennis tournaments gather for a group photo. From left are women’s ship players in the league’s seventh grade title game a year ago 12-8 on GAME NOTES doubles champions Betsy Wertheimer and Yumiko MacInnes, women’s doubles finalists Rachel and Julie Alter, men’s singles the strength of two Kamara touch- Millburn’s James Collingwood champion Mike Schmidt, men’s doubles finalists Rich Robins and Dan Whitten and men’s doubles champions Frank Johnson downs, threatened to score on its recorded 11 unassisted tackles. and Pradeep Crasto. Julie Alter also won the women’s singles title. Robins was the runner-up in the men’s singles tournament. opening drive. The Millburn secondary, anchored The team from Staten Island by Benedict and A.J. O’Leary, did marched deep into Millburn terri- not allow Richmond Boro to com- tory. The Chiefs’ defense, after plete a pass throughout the game. Hockey scrimmage scheduled Richmond Boro picked up a first This group of players was com- $ 95 down at the Millburn 11, stiffened peting in a league title game for the The Millburn High School ice urday at 4:15 p.m. at the Richard J. Your Choice: 599 and regained possession on downs. third straight season. As sixth hockey team is scheduled to meet Codey Arena at South Mountain Each team’s defense continued graders in the fall of 2003, they Madison in scrimmage action Sat- in West Orange. to dominate as the contest helped the Millburn Braves outlast DuBrow’s Husqvarna remained scoreless through three Scotch Plains 13-7 in triple over- is now an authorized quarters of play. time in the league’s “C” Division Item sports editor Jim Connelly is now an authorized Millburn mounted a scoring championship contest. can be reached via e-mail at AUTO threat late in the fourth quarter. 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www.TheItemOnline.com The Item of Millburn and Short Hills Thursday, November 24, 2005 B3 Millburn Soccer BEAT CAPTURES SOCCER TITLE Club roundup Jordan Kaplan scored a goal Darvin and Gabe Inwood. Sunday for the Millburn Soccer Connor Bourke, Ben Haltmaier, Club’s Wildcats in a 3-1 loss to the Tackin Tarighian and George Montgomery Lancers. Keeper Jack Langberg recorded strong outings Colarossi and defenders Vebant for the Millburn Victory team in a Jaipuria and Alex Barkley starred 2-0 loss to the Summit Slammers. in a losing cause. Isabel Miller and Jordan Silbert Also on Sunday, the Millburn each scored a goal, helping the Storm received stellar play from Millburn Mustangs gain a 2-2 tie keeper Katria Tomko and defend- with the Somerset Hills Red Storm. ers Emma Beckerman and Olivia Paige Bredder starred in goal for Sullivan in a 1-0 loss to the North the Mustangs. Brunswick Jazz. The Galaxy received strong play Sarah Bayersdorfer scored two from defenders Sarah Kessler and goals and Allie Zuck one, sparking Samantha Kuvin in a 6-0 loss to the the Millburn Starz to a 3-1 defeat of North Hunterdon Titans. the Aberdeen-Matawan Lightning. Stellar defensive performances Haley Fitzpatrick assisted on one from Elizabeth Elder, Lindsey of Bayersdorfer’s goals. Defender Bindra and Erin Blank helped the Taylor Rosenbaum and keeper Jor- Millburn Spirit post a scoreless tie dan Lee turned in stellar perfor- with the Bridgewater Rage. Spirit mances contributed to the win. keepers Samantha Okinow and Midfielder Cailley Silbert and Jessica Alaexander combined to keeper Emily Cross excelled for the hold Bridgewater scoreless. Millburn Eclipse in a 2-0 loss to the Nicholas Minter and Matt Stine Montgomery Hornets. each scored a goal, pacing the Mill- Jill Distler, Gaby Lee, Isabel burn Strikers to a 2-1 defeat of the Manfredonia and Emlia Meo Branchburg Flames. The Strikers starred for the Millburn Liberty in received stellar defense from Max a season-ending 3-0 loss to the Nesser and Evan Bograd. Somerset Hills Wildfire. In action from Saturday, Meryl Keepers Julianne Capron and Fishler’s two goals propelled the Alex Lorditch combined for the Millburn Storm to a 2-1 defeat of shutout, helping the Millburn Wiz- the Monroe Lady Hawks 2-1. zards post a scoreless tie with the Kristina Van Sant tallied an assist Watchung Hills Roadrunners. and Margarida Abrantes, Courtney The Millburn Power dropped Liebermann and Eugenie Hage- both ends of a home-and-home mann provided strong defensive PHOTO COURTESY OF MILLBURN RECREATION DEPARTMENT doubleheader with the Tewksbury support for the victors. An exuberant group of Beat players and coaches display their championship trophies following a 1-0 defeat of the Freedom Cheetahs 1-0. Lydia Vollavanh Defenders Emily Dalton, Lind- Friday night at Millburn High School in the title match of the Millburn Recreation Department’s sixth through eighth grade Nikki Willens, Martha Meguerian, say Stearns and Lauren Young pro- girls soccer league playoffs. The Beat’s Kerry Adler scored the lone goal of the match with 12 minutes left in the first half. Erica Leh, Danielle Spinelli and viding stellar support for keeper Members of the championship squad are, front row, from left, Aliza Caplan, Erin Lustbader, Gabrielle Miller, Jordan Eglow, Hannah Schwamm turned in Katie Fitzgerald in the Millburn Michele Beck, Alexandra Cohen, Samantha Fortuna and Mollie Pester and, second row, coach Marc Pester, coach Frank Fedele, superb efforts for the Power. Eclipse’s 2-0 loss to the West Wind- Rachel Stein and Julia Acierno sor-Plainsboro Kickers. 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KNIGHTS SHINE AT NIGHT GIRLS LACROSSE Township club conducting registrations The Millburn-Short Hills Girls spring season is Dec. 1. Reg- Lacrosse Club is accepting regis- istration forms received trations for its winter clinic as well after that date will be as the spring season. assessed a $25 late fee. Registration information can be obtained by visiting the club’s Web Mail completed site, www.mshglax.org. registration forms to Susan Deadline to register for Johnson, 29 Marion Ave., both the winter clinic and Short Hills, 07078. Make

PHOTO COURTESY OF MILLBURN RECREATION DEPARTMENT Anthony DelGreco’s goal 10 minutes into the match gave the Knights a 1-0 win over the Express Friday night at Millburn High School in the finals of the Millburn Recreation Department’s sixth through eighth grade boys soccer league playoffs. Members of the championship team are, front row, from left, Joseph Caulfield Jr., Andrew Fonseca, Robert Xie, David Kang, DelGreco, Jeffrey Baum and Patrick Maguire and, second row, coach Michael Boldt, Michael Stern, Ian Boldt, Lewis Goodman, Danny Freeman, Gregory Hughes and coach Patrick Freeman. Not pictured are team members Vincent Kindfuller and Shai Bar-Chaim.

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF MILLBURN RECREATION DEPARTMENT Dyami Jusdanwala scored two goals and Rachel Ben-Menachem and Rachel Lima each scored Dean Koman, Nicky Meo and Tyler Park each scored a goal Nov. 17, pacing the Buffalo to a 3-0 one Nov. 17, sparking the Falcons to a 4-0 defeat of the Badgers in the championship match of defeat of the Dragons in the championship match of the Millburn Recreation Department’s the Millburn Recreation Department’s fourth and grade girls soccer league tournament. fourth and fifth grade boys soccer league tournament. Members of the championship squad Members of the championship squad are, front row, from left, Ali Cohen, Samantha Kramer, are, first row, from left, Dan Rappoport, Meo, Daniel Flaks, Matthew Newman, Samuel Gersho, Sara Winkler, Blair Blumberg and Lima, second row, Caroline Willian, Jasdanwala, Ben- Isaac Sherrill and Nicholas Azulay, second row, Max Hayum, Matthew Survis, A.J. Mallon, Menachem, Natalie Wetmore, Kerry Justich, Jessica Reedy, Hillary Lehrhoff and Katie Bowan Joshua Lee, Koman and Park and, third row, coach Gary Survis, coach Sandy Mallon and coach and, third row, coach Gadi Ben-Menachem and coach Diana Justich. Not pictured is coach Roger Koman, Not pictured is team member Miguel Carrazza. Vincent Lima.

INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS Millburn High School announces winter scrimmage dates Dayton, Springfield. 4:30 p.m. Freshman girls basket- 10 a.m. Varsity and junior varsity John XXIII. The Millburn High School FRIDAY, DEC. 2 ball vs. West Essex. boys basketball vs. Somerville. 4 p.m. Freshman boys basketball department of athletics has 4p.m.Varsity boys basketball vs. TUESDAY, DEC. 6 4:30 p.m. Varsity and junior var- 10 a.m. Freshman boys basket- vs. Pope John XXIII. Roselle Catholic. Time to be announced. Varsity announced the school’s winter sity basketball at West Essex. ball vs. Somerville. 4 p.m. Varsity and junior varsity and junior varsity wrestling vs. sports scrimmage schedule. 4:30 p.m. Freshman boys bas- girls basketball at Verona. 5:30 p.m. Junior varsity boys New Providence and Parsippany All schedules are subject to ketball at West Essex. TUESDAY, DEC. 13 change. Daily schedule updates are basketball vs. Roselle Catholic. Hills. Time to be announced. Varsity available by calling the athletic SATURDAY, DEC. 10 and junior varsity wrestling at SATURDAY, DEC. 3 WEDNESDAY, DEC. 7 Time to be announced. Varsity Newark Academy, Livingston. department’s sports hotline at (973) 4 p.m. Varsity and junior varsity and junior varsity wrestling at 4 p.m. Varsity and junior varsi- 564-7130, extension 229. 2p.m.Varsity and junior varsity girls basketball vs. West Essex. YOUR The 2005-06 Millburn High boys basketball vs. Dickinson. South Plainfield. ty boys basketball vs. Pope School winter sports scrimmage 2 p.m. Varsity and junior varsity REALTOR schedule: girls basketball at Newark Acad- SATURDAY, NOV. 26 emy, Livingston. SOURCE 4:15 p.m. Varsity ice hockey vs. MONDAY, DEC. 5 Madison. South Mountain Arena, FOR SALE - CHATHAM TOWNSHIP A Convenient Guide to Locating Your 4 p.m. Varsity and junior varsity Ideal Real Estate Professional West Orange. girls basketball at Jonathan

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Recreation department CROSS COUNTRY Township offering youth softball clinic Millburn’s Murphy places 48th in M of C The township recreation depart- Clinic times are 3:30 to 5 p.m. ment is accepting registration by Registration fee is $75. youth soccer roundup Millburn High School harrier home from school sick on mail through Dec. 1 for its softball Registration forms may be Peter Murphy was not feeling his Thursday,” Miller head coach Jeff clinic for fourth through eighth downloaded from the township’s Jonathan Atwater scored the Galaxy. Matthew Auerbach scored best Saturday morning when he Kaye said. graders. Web site, www.twp.millburn.nj.us. clinching goal in the shootout Sat- for the Galaxy. traveled to Holmdel Park to Murphy, even at less than 100 The clinic will be offered Sun- For more information, call the urday, giving the Fury a 2-1 win compete in the New Jersey State percent, managed to outrun 136 day afternoons from Jan. 8 through recreation department at (973) over the Revolution in Millburn 2nd-3rd girls league Interscholastic Athletic Associa- competitors. March 5 with the exception of Feb. 564-7097. Recreation Department second Gabriela Mottesi scored two tion Meet of Champions. “Peter had a great season, 26 at Millburn Middle School. and third grade boys soccer league goals Saturday, propelling the Murphy settled for a 48th- being first team all conference action. Lionfish to a 3-1 defeat of the place finish in 16:42.57. and all-county, placing sixth in Atwater scored in the first half Snappers. Teammate Paige Kriko- “It was a cool day and com- the sectionals and ninth in the for the Fury. The Revolution rian scored a goal. pounded an illness—he went groups,” Kaye said. received a first-half goal from The Snappers received a goal Dylan Boyd. from Amber Teetsel. Sam Eglow’s second-half goal Alexandra Abrams scored in the gave the Crew a 2-1 win over the second half, giving the Barracuda a Burn. The Crew’s Matt Abrams 1-0 win over the Sailfish. DON’TREPLACE YOUR OLD BATHTUB... and the Burn’s Peter Kost scored in Lindsay Dinowitz scored once Reel the first half. in each half, leading the Dolphins REGLAZEIT! $ Dean Schweinler’s hat trick pro- past the Sharks 3-0. Teammate We also do 299 W/COUPON pelled the MetroStars past the Laz- Taylor Leen also scored a goal. Sinks, Tile, Tub regularly $399 Surrounds in the ers 4-0. Teammate Kyle Weissman Elizabeth Rovit and Faith Bel- tallied a goal. cuore scored in the second half, & Color Travel Charge The Clash edged D.C. United 1- lifting the Marlins past the Starfish May Apply 0 on a second-half goal from 2-0. savings! Daniel Elbaz. Alexander Ordonez tallied a hat The recreation department www.easternrefinishing.net trick and Zachary Aronson, Jake extended each of the league’s EASTERN REFINISHING CO. • 800-463-1879 Call for details! and Joey Aronskind and Eric seasons by a week to allow COUPON EXPIRES 12/7/05 Mintz each scored a goal, power- rained out matches of Oct. 8 to ing the Mutiny to a 7-1 rout of the be played.

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GRADE ment (AP) program at the high each course next year,” she said, Schuman-Brown said. nology. viewed a video and slide presenta- school. “it’s safe to say that we’ll be seeing Software in student computer In other board business, the tion by Daniel Brundage, director FROM PAGE A1 At the present time, the school an increase.” labs also was upgraded and new board approved a number of poli- of physical education and health, offers 50 sections for 26 different Schuman-Brown also provided computers were provided to many cies and voted to accept $7,500 on the high school’s Adventure Dream.” English students also have course offerings. a review of the technology depart- departments. from the Education Foundation of Education program. been invited to a workshop about According to Schuman-Brown, ment and updates on instruction. Roth also has converted the dis- Millburn-Short Hills. The program allows students to theater criticism at the Paper Mill, officials believe they can expand In his two years in the district, Paul trict to a new central program and The funds represent $5,000 challenge themselves and practice Doyle said. the criteria for acceptance into AP Roth, director of technology, has provided training for all core teach- from Atlantic Philanthropies for teamwork as they learn to climb Ronni Schuman-Brown, chair- courses without jeopardizing stan- upgraded the district’s infrastruc- ers and staff. the high school’s music program and maneuver on high wire appa- man of the Program Committee, dards. ture, implemented systems to track He now will attempt to align the and $2,500 from Dr. R. Mints for ratus equipment located on the reported that school officials have “While it’s too early to report inventory and repairs and district curriculum with recently the Miller Walk at the high school. school’s playing fields. been studying the Advanced Place- how many sections we’ll have of redesigned the district Web page, adopted state standards for tech- The board and audience also

flier circulated in the neighbor- would have concerns, too. Hav- TURF the local firm that will oversee the season. Although school and recre- ROAD hood. They were also concerned ing the discussion brings attention FROM PAGE A1 construction of the new field, said ation department teams will bene- FROM PAGE A1 there was no guarantee of tree to the trees.” the organization has set its goals in fit the most from the playing sur- replacement. Doty said he showed Baer commended Doty for our due diligence.” two phases. face, Stone made the point that the trees along Undercliff Road.” Doty the residents how to evaluate the coming out on a Saturday to meet He said the organization has The first phases, Fiore organization hopes to install low went on to say the entire street is health of the trees, and the group with the residents and said his taken a hard look at the various explained, is to get the new field level lighting for nighttime use by to be resurfaced, have curbs reached consensus on which trees impression was that the residents synthetic surfaces on the market and track in place. joggers and walkers. rebuilt and have stormwater are structurally damaged and must were satisfied with the results and and their practicality. The second phase is to upgrade Until now, both Stone and basins repaired. be removed. Some of the trees were in total agreement on which “We’re looking at fields in sur- the playing fields behind the stadi- McDermott said fund-raising “The letter threw us all for a show wood decay and have trees should be removed. rounding communities, seeing how um. efforts have centered on contribu- loop,” said Sheila Varki, one of the mushrooms growing on them, “It was a wonderful representa- they work and what they cost,” “We want to make them more tions from foundation members residents helping to organize the some are hollow and one is dead, tion of community involvement, Meguerian said. usable, more maintainable,” Fiore and the pursuit of grant monies meeting with Doty. “We haven’t he noted. Most of the trees have and it was an educational experi- In addition to renovating the said. Proposed renovation of the and the support of sports organi- had any problems with flooding or overgrown the curb, he said. To ence,” Baer said. stadium playing surface, he added, stands and locker rooms, he said, zations and clubs. Now, Stone storm drains.” save the roots of trees that are to Doty said he is considering the organization hopes to upgrade will apparently have to wait until said, it is time for the organization Residents requested the meet- remain, the existing curb under which types of trees to plant as the deteriorating track surface cir- the first two phases are completed. to begin a more public push for ing with the forester because of the trees would be left in place. replacements, taking into account cling the playing field. “People will be able to use this support. their concerns about destruction Doty characterized Saturday’s the location of utilities and power A surveyor was at the field tak- 12 hours a day,” Stone said. “May 15 is the date we’re shoot- of the distinctive tree-lined char- meeting as amicable and said he lines. ing measurements Friday as archi- Despite rainy weather this fall, he ing for to start installing the field,” acter of the neighborhood, the welcomed the public input on the He said he advocates using a tect Don Fiore and Jim Stone, the said, high school teams in Summit he said. “We’ve been working on potential negative impact on air proposed project. variety of trees. foundation’s vice president, using an artificial turf reportedly this a year, but now it’s going to quality and the possible reduction “I appreciate the residents’ con- “I will plant the right species in observed. Fiore, of Heintz & Fiore, did not miss a practice or game all happen.” of property values, according to a cerns,” he said. “If I lived there, I the right spot,” he pledged.

Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices BOE and implemented them according board has been remiss is address- to school building codes in a more ing the problem of class sizes,” LEGAL NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF MILLBURN FROM PAGE A7 cost-effective fashion.” Hartshorn parent Laurie Inglese NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR UNPAID TAXES, Audience members joined told the board. ASSESSMENT, OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS any construction issues. He also board members in decrying the She asked the board to consider Notice is hereby given that the following described real property situated in the Township of Millburn, County of Essex, in which municipal liens remain in arrears, will be sold by the undersigned at Public Auction on the 13th day of December, 2005 at 2:00 p.m., local prevailing told the audience that should the divisiveness in the community. some sort of redistricting to time, in the Meeting Room, second floor, Millburn Town Hall, 375 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, New Jersey. Said real property will be sold on bond fail, the board should find a While Reidenberg lamented the achieve equality among the ele- December 13, 2005 for the amounts of the 2004 municipal liens chargeable against the same. price tag that the public is com- “outright malice” of dialogue in the mentary schools. Camitta told her Such sale shall be made in fee, to such persons as shall purchase the same, subject to redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but in no case in excess of 18 percent per annum. The payment for the sale shall be made before the conclusion of the sale (cash, certified check, fortable with and build a new pro- community and board member that the board does monitor class cashier’s check, money order or attorney trust account) or the property will be resold. Any parcel of real property, for which there is no pur- chaser, will be sold to the Township of Millburn, in fee, for redemption at 18 percent per annum, and said Township of Millburn shall have the ject around that figure. Debra Camitta related how she sizes and that Hartshorn’s average same remedies and rights as other purchasers, including the right to bar or foreclose the right of redemption. The sale is subject to 2004 mu- In response to bond opponents had received misinformation from sizes, in particular, were being scru- nicipal liens remaining unpaid as of December 31, 2004. who believe the board should have bond opponents handing out liter- tinized. The properties below may be redeemed by payment of the amount due, plus interest and costs to such date. The names shown below are as they appear in the tax duplicate and do not necessarily mean that the parties are the present owners of the property. ONLY CASH, CERTI- followed more closely the plans for ature, resident Jeffrey Diecidue said In answer to requests from audi- FIED CHECKS, CASHIER’S CHECKS, MONEY ORDERS OR ATTORNEY TRUST ACCOUNTS WILL BE ACCEPTED. middle school construction pre- he was disturbed to read the letter ence members to provide plans for NAME ADDRESS BLOCK / TAX SEWER TOTAL sented by a long-range planning by Reidenberg, Schuman-Brown the proposed construction, Super- LOT committee, Schuman-Brown said and Frank criticizing White. intendent of Schools Richard Timpson, Deborah Ward 55 Great Hills Road 2801 / 29 13,942.40 13,942.40 that plan was just a design concept “I couldn’t help but think how Brodow said large mock-ups Gerald A. Viturello Tax Collector and did not take into consideration nasty the three board members should be displayed in all schools Millburn Item-1548403 school building codes. appeared in naming Brenda White by next week. Fee:$159.96 Answering criticism that the in their letter,” Diecidue said. He “The story could end on Dec. November 17, 24; December 1, 8, 2005 board’s architect expanded the called the board “dysfunctional” 13,” he observed, citing the day vot- THE ITEM OF MILLBURN committee’s original plans, Schu- and the bond proposal “ill-con- ers will decide the fate of the refer- RESOLUTION TO INTRODUCE, APPROVE & SET PUBLIC HEARING man-Brown said, “If anything, he ceived.” endum, “or it could begin all over 2006 DOWNTOWN MILLBURN DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE BUDGET AND SHORT HILLS followed their recommendations “Because of the referendum, the again.” The following is submitted as the Downtown Millburn Development Alliance Budget, for the Public Notice Dept. Downtown Millburn Special District, Essex County, for the year beginning January 1, 2006 and ending December 31, 2006. 1 Garret Mountain Plaza BE IT RESOLVED that the following statements of revenues and appropriations shall consti- tute the Downtown Millburn Development Alliance Budget for the year 2006: 6th Floor BE IT RESOLVED that said budget be published in the Item of Millburn and Short Hills in the P.O. Box 471 issue of November 24, 2005. Notice is hereby given that the following budget was approved by the Township Committee West Paterson, NJ 07424-0471 Santa arrives in snowflake parade of the Township of Millburn, County of Essex, on November 1, 2005. Call toll-free A hearing on the budget will be held at Millburn Town Hall on December 6, 2005, at 8:00 p.m. at which time and place taxpayers and all persons having an interest therein shall be 1-888-891-9467, given an opportunity to present objections. press 4 for the Public Notice Dept. The 22nd annual Snowflake Community organizations are sponsors are Burgdorff ERA Real- or e-mail to Parade will be held Sunday, Dec. 4, invited to participate with floats tors, PNC Bank and Millburn GENERAL REVENUES SID Assessment $160,000.00 publicnotices@ at 1:30 p.m. along Millburn decorated for the holiday season, Township. Sponsorship & Grants Clean Communities Grant 5,000.00 northjersey.com Avenue in downtown Millburn. or carrying banners identifying Parade co-sponsors include Jersey Fresh 400.00 (text or Word format preferred) Snowflake Parade 15,000.00 The parade is organized by the their group as they march in the Martini’s Restaurant, No-Ralph, General Sponsorships 8,000.00 Fax numbers: Downtown Millburn Develop- parade. Inc., Millburn Common Associ- Events 201-646-4532 and 973-569-7441 Farmers Market 4,000.00 ment Alliance (DMDA) and will Registration forms are available ates, Investors Savings Bank, La Classic Car Show 5,000.00 Deadline is 12 Noon Tuesday Holiday Breakfasts 3,800.00 include professional bands from from DMDA, (973) 379-2341, Strada Restaurant and Schultz Shopping & Dining Guide Ad Sales 30,000.00 3300for Thursday0001260284-01 edition 5.139 the area as well as community [email protected]. Furriers, Inc. SUB-TOTAL GENERAL REVENUES 232,200.00 public notice p groups and local businesses. The parade is funded by dona- All levels of sponsorship are still When submitting0001260284-01 a public notice Santa will arrive at the end of tions from local businesses and available. Surplus 12,430.00 advertisement, please indicate the the parade on Millburn’s new organizations. For additional information, call TOTAL REVENUE/INCOME $244,630.00 name of the publication in which you wish to place the ad, and your hook and ladder fire truck. This year’s major corporate DMDA at (973) 379-2341. GENERAL APPROPRIATIONS & EXPENSES Program Services requested run date(s). Also provide Special Events billing name, address, telephone Farmers Market 3,750.00 number, and daytime telephone Classic Car Show 2,500.00 _ Breakfasts 3,250.00 (if different). Prepayment required Snowflake Parade 12,000.00 unless previously credit-approved. Block Party 3,000.00 Visual Improvements Line rate: Old Guard to hear gallery owner Downtown Sign at Clock Plaza 1,000.00 Visual Enhancements 9,000.00 43¢ Contributions 2,500.00 A notarized affidavit will automatically The members of the Millburn zation’s vision for Millburn. 29, giving members the opportuni- DMDA Flower Tubs 2,500.00 be mailed to advertiser certifying proof Sidewalk Sweeping/Maintenance 20,000.00 Old Guard will learn about DMDA’s mission is to revitalize ty to celebrate the holiday season Millburn/Essex St. Bridge Boxes 2,400.00 of publication within five business days. appraising art at their meeting Dec. the Special Improvement District with family and friends. Facade Grants 3,000.00 Business Retention Fee $20 1 in the Bauer Community Center to make it a popular destination for The Millburn Old Guard meets Business Recruitment 2,000.00 Dues, Subscriptions & Conferences 1,500.00 Check public notices online at in Taylor Park. residents and consumers and a Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Customer Attraction & Promotion northjersey.com or There is no meeting today, Nov. successful location for business. Bauer Community Center in Tay- Shopping & Dining Guide 20,000.00 Website 1,000.00 njpublicnotices.com 24, allowing members to celebrate On Dec. 15, Richard Futter, lor Park. Feature programs start at Merchant/Resident Newsletter 2,000.00 Thanksgiving with family and president of the Millburn-Short 11 a.m. Members are retired and Sidewalk Sales 1,500.00 0001260284-01 Advertising 1,500.00 SHERIFF’S FILE NO. 2005 008919 Holiday Season Promotions 2,000.00 friends. Hills Chamber of Commerce, will semi-retired men of the township SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Steve Suskauer, owner and present the Chamber’s vision for and surrounding communities. Support Services CHANCERY DIVISION, ESSEX COUNTY, Administrative Expenses DOCKET NO. F1356004 WELLS FARGO director of the David Gary Art Millburn. The Old Guard welcomes guests to Executive Director’s Salary 57,500.00 BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS IN- Gallery in Millburn, will present The Chamber’s mission is to any of its meetings. Executive Assistant Salary 29,000.00 DENTURE TRUSTEE, ETC. PLAINTIFF -vs- Part-time Help 4,000.00 PRAMOD PATEL, ET ALS. DEFENDANTS the program “Art and Appraisal” promote Millburn-Short Hills Besides meeting every Thursday, Payroll Taxes 12,000.00 Execution for Sale of Mortgaged Premises Insurance By virtue of the above stated writ of Execu- Dec. 1. Suskauer has been in the through effective advertising, members organize and participate Health Insurance 5,800.00 tion, to me directed, I shall expose for sale Workers Compensation 800.00 by Public Auction, in SHERIFF’S OFFICE, art business for 35 years. planned events, community ser- in many activities such as bowling, Parking Permits 400.00 Essex County Courts Building in Newark, on What does the future hold for vices, networking and education. bridge, shuffleboard, golf and tours Tuesday, December 06, 2005, at one-thirty General Operating Expenses P.M. (Prevailing Time). downtown Millburn and how do On Dec. 22, the Old Guard will to interesting sites or events. Rent 8,400.00 Commonly known as: Insurance 390 WHITE OAK RIDGE RD we get there? The Old Guard will celebrate the holiday season with Liability 1,800.00 (MILLBURN) hear two presentations on this sub- its annual luncheon at the Bauer Anyone interested in joining Directors & Officers 1,830.00 SHORT HILLS, NJ 07078 Office Supplies 2,400.00 Lot: 22 Block: 4903 ject. Center for members and their should ask a friend who is a Office Equipment 1,200.00 Size: 100 x 263 feet Maintenance & Repairs 1,000.00 Distance to nearest cross street: 884.62 feet On Dec. 8, Arthur Fredman, spouses or significant others. member to bring him to a Postage 2,000.00 Nearest cross street name: PARSONAGE president of the Downtown Mill- This is a gala luncheon with meeting or simply contact Telephone 2,700.00 HILL ROAD Professional Services A full legal description can be found in the of- burn Development Alliance food by chef Doug Reed. membership chairman Doug Accounting/Auditing 3,600.00 fice of the Register of Essex County. Legal Fees 1,500.00 A deposit of 20% of the bid price in certified (DMDA), will present the organi- There will be no meeting Dec. Reed at (973) 763-4524. Payroll Services 1,000.00 funds is required at the time of sale. Licenses, Fees & Permits 100.00 Prior Liens/Encumbrances Board Administration 1,200.00 2005 Taxes Quarter 2 Open + Penalty Grant Consultant 10,000.00 $252.87 2005 Taxes Quarter 3 Open + Penalty TOTAL GENERAL APPROPRIATIONS & EXPENSES 244,630.00 $3,105.00 Chamber is hosting networking luncheon Sewer Open + Interest $114.00 Thomas McDermott, Jr., Mayor Total $3,471.87 The Millburn-Short Hills Cham- Sherman calls herself an image Anything,” “Building a Database of Salvatore Bate, Deputy Mayor The approximate amount of the Judgment Daniel Baer, Committeeman to be satisfied by said sale is the sum of ber of Commerce will host a fanatic with more than 20 years of Contacts,” and “The Risks in Net- Sandra Haimoff, Committeewoman SEVEN HUNDRED SEVENTY EIGHT Mary McNett, Committeewoman THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED THIRTY Lunch and Learn Business Boot experience in marketing and pub- working and How to Handle Attest: THREE AND 57/100 DOLLARS Camp featuring an interactive lic relations for some of the world’s Them with Ease.” Joanne Monarque, Township Clerk ($778,833.57), together with the costs of this The Item 1558174 sale. roundtable discussion on “Net- most luxurious brands. Joining her Following a brief presentation, Fee $88.58 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the November 24, 2005 sale from time to time as provided by Law. working Skills: How to Build Valu- on the panel will be three repre- guests will be invited to ask ques- Newark, N.J. October 31, 2005 ARMANDO B. FONTOURA, Sheriff able Relationships Through Mean- sentatives from diverse areas of tions and share ideas about pro- NOTICE OF HEARING PLUESE, BECKER & SALTZMAN, ingful Interactions.” The event will business: Jim Clark, vice president ductive networking tactics, while Planning Board of the Township of ATTORNEY(S) Millburn, New Jersey The Item 1537308 be held on Tuesday, Dec. 6, from of investments for A.G. Edwards enjoying a gourmet lunch. The TAKE NOTICE that MAURICE M. WEILL, NOTICE OF HEARING Fee $87.72 TRUSTEE has made an application to the Board of Adjustment of the Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 2005 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. at Lilac Restau- & Sons; Diane Claussen, manag- cost is $20 per person for members Millburn Township Planning Board in con- Township of Millburn, New Jersey nection with the CONVERSION OF A TAKE NOTICE that David and Debra NOTICE OF HEARING rant, 194-196 Essex Street in Mill- ing director of the Paper Mill Play- who register in advance, and $25 SPACE FROM OFFICE TO RETAIL on Abrams have made an application to the Board of Adjustment of the Property in Millburn Township, located at Millburn Township Board of Adjustment in Township of Millburn, New Jersey burn. house; and Nancy Stone, president for non-members or for at-door #374 MILLBURN AVENUE Block 801, Lot 5, connection with the construction of a deck on TAKE NOTICE that Mr. and Mrs. Broitman The Lunch and Learn event will and designer of Nancy and David registration. Guests are welcome. which requires the following: Property in Millburn Township, located at 52 have made an application to the Millburn SITE PLAN APPROVAL, PARKING VAR- Elm Street, Millburn, NJ 07041, Block 208, Township Board of Adjustment in connection include an open discussion mod- Fine Jewels.Topics to be covered For more information contact the IANCE (164 REQUIRED W/100 SPACES Lot 20, which requires the following (bulk with the construction of a single family home PROVIDED ON-SITE AND 8 SPACES PRO- variance) (use variance) relief, (minor) (pre- on Property in Millburn Township located at 2 erated by Ellen Lubin-Sherman, include “Opportunities aren’t Ran- Chamber of Commerce at (973) VIDED ACROSS THE STREET AT 387 liminary) (final) (site plan) (subdivision) Sylvan Way, Block 4504,Lot10, which re- principal of LAUNCH, a Summit- dom – the Best Places to Network,” 379-1198 or e-mail info@mill- MILLBURN AVE., AND WAIVER OF LOAD- (waivers): Requested variance is to erect a quires the following Bulk Variance relief: ING REQUIREMENT AND ENVIRONMEN- deck - 606.2e1(e) & (f). RELIEF FROM THE MINIMUM REQUIRED based coaching service. Lubin- “How to Talk to Anybody About burnchamber.com. TAL IMPACT STATEMENT. Sideyard setback and sideyard combined FRONT YARD SET BACK, 40 FEET The Applicant may also seek other varian- The Applicant may also seek other varian- REQUIRED, 33.58 FEET PROPOSED. ces and waivers as the need may arise dur- ces and waivers as the need may arise dur- ARTICLE 6 SECTION 606.2E.1D ing the course of the hearing on this Applica- ing the course of the hearing on this Applica- The Applicant may also seek other varian- tion. The application is now App. #307 on tion. The application is now Cal. #2473 on ces and waivers as the need may arise dur- the Secretary’s calendar, which is scheduled the Secretary’s calendar, which is scheduled ing the course of the hearing on this Applica- Rotary group seeks program applications for a hearing on DECEMBER 7, 2005 at 8:00 for a hearing on 12/5/05 at 7:00 p.m. in Town tion. The application is now Cal. #2662 on p.m. in Town Hall, 375 Millburn Avenue, Mill- Hall, 375 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, New Jer- the Secretary’s calendar, which is scheduled The Rotary Foundation of Peace and Conflict Studies at Chu- ties and Bernardsville, should sub- burn, New Jersey. All documents relating to sey. All documents relating to this applica- for a hearing on December 5, 2005 at 7:00 this application are on file in the office of the tion are on file in the office of the Secretary p.m. in Town Hall, 375 Millburn Avenue, Rotary International is currently lalongkorn University, Bangkok, mit their applications by Nov. 30. Secretary of the Planning Board daily be- of the Board of Adjustment daily between the Millburn, New Jersey. All documents relating tween the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to this application are on file in the office of accepting applications for the first Thailand, the country’s oldest uni- Call past district governor George Monday through Friday. Any interested party through Friday. Any interested party may the Secretary of the Board of Adjustment dai- two sessions of its new short-term versity. Kaiser at (973) 383-5817 for addi- may appear at said hearing and participate appear at said hearing and participate there- ly between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 therein in accordance with the rules of the in in accordance with the rules of the Zoning p.m., Monday through Friday. Any interested Rotary Peace and Conflict Studies Applicants who live in Rotary tional information. Interested indi- Planning Board. Board of Adjustment. party may appear at said hearing and partici- MAURICE M. WEILL, TRUSTEE David Abrams pate therein in accordance with the rules of Program housed at the newly District 7470, which includes Sus- viduals can also consult the Web Applicant Applicant the Zoning Board of Adjustment. The Item 1558246 The Item 1556428 The Item 1557993 established Rotary Center for sex, Warren, Morris, Essex coun- site at www.rotary.org. Fee $16.34 Fee $15.05 Fee $13.76 November 24, 2005 November 24, 2005 November 24, 2005