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In this issue.. -COVER STORY “Making A Diffence” Mark Feldstein, North Caldwell Resident -BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Portraits by Michael Stahl -Family Spotlight The Alessi Family And as always so much more! NORTH CALDWELL www.n2pub.com DIRECTORY © 2016 Neighborhood Networks Publishing, Inc.

973-226-0800 Police Headquarters AREA DIRECTOR Brian P. O’Neill 973-226-0800 Fire Headquarters [email protected] 973-228-6410 All Borough Offices 101 Administrator Extension EDITOR Becky Clapper 100 Borough Clerk Extension 102 Mayor’s Office Extension WriterS Kat Krannich 106 Building Permits Extension Joseph Alessi 112 Construction Code Official Extension 109 Municipal Court Extension CREATIVE TEAM Amber Rogerson Allie Leger

107 Engineering Extension Evin Leek Josh Crothers Broadway Squar e Mall 100 Health/Welfare Extension West Caldwell, NJ | 973.226. 2726 101 Planning Board Extension contributors Cathryn Kessler Maria Rampinelli 100 Board Of Adjustment Extension Bunny Jenkins Jake Wolf Willowbrook Mall 106 Public Works Extension Kat Krannich Jessica Wiederhorn Wayne, NJ | 973.785.0330 113 Recreation Extension Chrissy Davenport Teddy Press 106 Recycling Extension Andrea Hecht www.michaelanthonyjewelers.com 111 Tax Assessor Extension 105 Tax Collector Extension NC Magazine Kamni Marsh 100 Trash Collection Extension Assistant Publisher 103 Water Billing Extension 586 Passaic Ave. West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Ad coordinator Melissa Gerrety 973.226.2726 [email protected] IMPORTANT CONTACTS Cover Photo By: John Paul Endress Montclair’s Premier Oral Surgery Practice is Now Scheduling Firemen’s Community Center 973-228-4060 Wisdom Teeth & Implant Consultations; Tennis Courts 973-228-6433 No Need to Swim Around Endlessly for Quality Care Municipal Pool 973-228-6434 Board Of Education 973-228-6438 West Essex Regional High School 973-228-1200

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8 North Caldwell Magazine • August 2016 August 2016 • North Caldwell Magazine 9 precious pets Photos and article by Jessica Weiderhorn, North Caldwell Resident

Ginger Toothless

Lucy Sienna The Gracen The Gracen family adores cats. They have had many cats over the years, and currently have four. They are named Ginger, Tooth- less, Sienna, and Lucy.

Ginger is the oldest and fuzziest of the Gracen clan, and at 15 years old she prefers to sleep the day away like many teenagers! She likes anything with cheese in it, and every night she gets a cats little bit of easy cheese from the can with her dinner.

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10 North Caldwell Magazine • August 2016 August 2016 • North Caldwell Magazine 11 Name: Jonah Hecht kids2kids Age: 7 Written by Jessica Weiderhorn, North Caldwell Resident Birthday: July 21, 2008 Photos by Portraits by Michael Stahl Grade: Second Grade Favorite Movie: The Sandlot and Space Jam Favorite Book: Anything with sports, Ballpark Mysteries by David A. Kelly, and The Magic Treehouse by Mary Pope Osborne Favorite Song: Watch Me (Whip), Wobble Baby, and Uptown Funk Sports I Play: Football, Basketball, Baseball, Tennis, and Soccer Instruments I Want to Play: Guitar Special Interests/Hobbies: Sports Favorite Vacation: Pennsylvania, Michigan, Mexico, New York City, and Disney World Upcoming Challenge(s): Spelling Tests Something Unique About Me: I am a big University of Michi- gan fan and was born in New York City When I Grow Up I’m Going to Be: A football player, then retire and be a basketball player, and then a dad Favorite Food: Hamburgers and Hibachi Favorite Color: Red, White, Blue, Yellow, Gold, and Silver Favorite Animal: Dingo Favorite Subject: Math

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12 North Caldwell Magazine • August 2016 Kids August 2016 • North Caldwell Magazine 13 Alessi serves on the Essex County was elected as the council president. Since Mayor Bar Association. The Bar association Alessi did such a terrific job on the council, he was is a professional body of lawyers. encouraged by the council to serve as Mayor at the end of Mayor Levine’s term. Family Mayor Alessi feels so proud to represent such an amazing town like Alessi’s favorite part of being mayor is being North Caldwell. Compared to other involved with the youth in the community. He By Cathryn Kessler places he has lived, he admires the believes it is very rewarding to acknowledge young open spaces and the lush trees our athletes, scouts, performers, and scholars for their town has to offer. achievements. He is also thankful for the experienc- Elected officials are uniquely posi- es he has with his interns. Through his interns, he tioned to spur action and bring com- Joe first became involved with the believes he is able to better his stance in the local Spotlightmunities together in helping kids and North Caldwell government in 2001. government. He also appreciates the opportunities families lead healthier lives. Mayor During this time he was elected to he is given when he marries couples. Joe Alessi has served as our Mayor serve as a councilman. In 2004, he since 2010 and has worked diligently to resolve many of the problems our community has encountered. (973) 776-2219 Lidia’s Mayor Joe Alessi was born in Pas- CLEANING SERVICES saic, New Jersey. As a child, Joe and his family lived in West Orange and later moved to South Orange. Joe Commercial/Residential attended Catholic school when he was Spreading Happiness through North Caldwell in elementary school. He attended one clean house at a time! Satisfaction Guaranteed Montclair Academy, currently known Screened and trained as Montclair Kimberley Academy, employees throughout his high school years. In high school, Joe was an avid member Free Estimates in school politics and played an active role in student body government. His mother was a retired school teacher [email protected] and his father was a furniture dis- P.O. Box 656 tributor in downtown New York. Essex Fells, NJ 07021

Owner Lidia Benedette Joe attended University of South- ern California. In college, he was a member of the young republicans club. The Mayor is still a huge fan arson cases. He has been in private and Marietta. Dena is an invest- Robert & Christine Mojy' of USC football and attends a game practice for almost 20 years with ment banker for Wells Fargo in at least once a year. Joe earned his his office in Verona. His practice Santa Monica, and Marietta is a social B.A. at the University of Southern includes land use, commercial and media editor for Shei Magazine. FLOOR SMART California. He is a graduate of Seton corporate transactions, real estate Both Marietta and Dena attended the Rugs | Carpet | Tile | Wood Laminate Hall School of Law School where he and litigation. In fact Joe served as North Caldwell school system. was an Associate Editor and then the attorney for the North Caldwell We Offer: the Business Editor of the distin- Planning Board prior to being elected Joe is involved with The New Jer- • Largest Selection Of Floor Covering In The Area guished Seton Hall Law Review. to as Mayor. His knowledge of land sey Italian Heritage Commission After completing a judicial clerk- use law, negotiating corporate and (NJIHC). This organization height- • Design Professionals On Premise ship in the Superior Court of New commercial transactions and his ens the cultural identity of Italians • Complimentary In Home Design Consultation Jersey, he worked as an associate at overall experience, gave him the and Italian Americans through the • Free In Home Measuring And Estimates a Wall Street firm. He then decided necessary credentials needed in his appreciation of historical, current • Professional Installation to go into the public sector and role as Mayor. contributions and the accomplish- entered the Essex County Prosecu- ments of people of Italian heritage. 437 W. Mount Pleasant Avenue (Route 10 East) - Livingston, NJ 07039 tor's Office where he tried some Joe and his wife, Diane, moved to Joe also serves as a council member 973-597-9000 100 cases including homicide, child North Caldwell in 1988 where they on the alumni council at Montclair www.Rmoomjy.com abuse, rape, armed robbery, drug and raised their two daughters, Dena Kimberley Academy. In addition, Americas Floor Choice Since 1958 14 North Caldwell Magazine • August 2016 August 2016 • North Caldwell Magazine 15 from the IS IT mayor's desk Photo by David Kaptein of Hot Enough David Kaptein Photography FOR YOU?

Well the dog days are upon us, but For those of us that are more adven- budget allows for it. Subject to the with air conditioning I can say it cer- turous, the tennis courts are being McConnell Family’s approval, he would tainly beat blizzards. repaired and resurfaced. After forty like to add a special memorial marker years of green and red courts, we are for Sergeant Dereck McConnell, an The pool membership is higher than it taking the opportunity to upgrade to Afghanistan war veteran. Sergeant has been in the last two years. All the blue and green so that we may be con- McConnell was injured while on duty members seem to be enjoying them- sistent with the U.S. Open. July 23, 2011. He died on March 18, Dream Homes Come in All Sizes selves, especially our senior citizens 2013 at Walter Reed National Military who have been taking advantage of Residents enjoyed taking advantage Medical Center. 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Other features include: central air (July 2016), furnace and HWH (2014), HW nic is being held on Saturday, Septem- refurbishing the Veteran’s Memo- thousands of dollars and the conserva- floors, central vac, UG sprinkler system, paver driveway and walkway, new sliding glass doors and so much ber 10, 2016 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm at rial adjacent to town hall as his Eagle tion of one of most valuable resources. more! North Caldwell was named the 11th Best Suburb in the US according to Business Insider 2015. $919,000 the North Caldwell pool. It is always a Scout Project. In order that the work good event and well attended. Besides be done in compliance with the cus- I hope everyone has a great last month being a fun time, the various town toms and courtesies associated with of summer. 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16 North Caldwell Magazine • August 2016 August 2016 • North Caldwell Magazine 17 north caldwell living The “Not-So-Secret”

(we seem to have moved a lot!), he "We like the quietness and countrified brought me to the Hamilton Drive feeling of North Caldwell. Anyone neighborhood, and the house had a looking to be close to everything- Garden 'for sale’ sign out front, and we both like NY, shopping, airport, etc.—yet immediately fell for it." feel away from the hubbub—North Caldwell is the place for them." What do you like about living in North Caldwell? Why others would love it too?

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You may have driven by and missed this from the rear windows looking at hillsides in the of us managed masterpiece of architecture now hidden distance—in certain times of day it is like looking to turn this dated behind the fabulous plantings and land- at the English countryside. home into a gem. It is a scaped grounds. If you attended one of big house, but it feels very cozy and 973-618-9224 their many soirées, then you may have We love our yard and beautiful gardens. It is very homey. And the beagles love it!" www.enifco.com had a peek into their "secret gardens" quiet and serene and is like living in a country estate." North Caldwell Resident overlooking the scenic vistas. How did you first hear of But it didn't start out like that! North Caldwell? And find When Steve and Nancy Bliss pur- your home? chased their home ten years ago, they "When we first moved in, my first concern was had a vision and a plan. Over the next getting the gardens planned and growing. Steve "We both were born and raised in few years, they totally transformed knows that I need a garden to take care of to keep Montclair; after we married we the property and created their dream me happy and sane. This house has a perfect owned homes in Upper Montclair home, and amazing gardens. exposure for a dream garden so it has been a joy to and Verona, so we were well aware create. The views of the yard from the first floor of North Caldwell. We found our What do you love/like about windows are amazing. home because it was near our office your house? on Passaic Avenue and Steve ran into We renovated the entire house—the house had a detour one day on his way back "We loved its street presence as great bones but the decorating and colors were very to the office and ended up finding soon as we saw it. All of the light dated. Steve has a great eye for structural ideas, the neighborhood. When we were coming in the big windows; the view and I have a creative decorating sense; so the two thinking about buying a new home

18 North Caldwell Magazine • August 2016 August 2016 • North Caldwell Magazine 19 attention kindergarten class of 2017-2018 Join The Grandview Making A Saturday Preschool Program Beginning in October 2016, there will be a Saturday will be four years old by October 1, 2016. It will feature special Difference Preschool Program for children entering Kindergar- visitors, tours of the school, story time, crafts and snack time. By Mark Feldstein ten in the Fall of 2017. This is also a great opportunity for parents to volunteer and help the NCPE- North Caldwell Partnership for Education. The Program will be held at Grandview School in North Caldwell from 10-11:15am one Saturday each For more information regarding the Grandview Saturday Pre- month from October 2016 through April 2017. school Program or to volunteer to help with the program please contact Kathy Simon, Tracy Cuvin, Marisa Fishman or Karen The goal of the Saturday Preschool Program is to Roth by email [email protected] I've always wanted to be philanthropi- familiarize you child with their new school and cally involved with a non-profit organi- classmates prior to the first day of Kindergarten. For registration forms, please go to the NCPE Website: zation that supports something close to www.ncpartnership.org and click the “forms” tab. my heart. I had never really had inter- This Program, which is facilitated completely by est in many organizations, until I found parents, is open to all North Caldwell children who Registration deadline is Friday, September 16th. NJ Sharing Network. It was actually by accident, as I had heard about a 5K race for a work-related client. Having some interest in running, I took on the chal- lenge of training for the 5K and enjoyed the format of raising a little money GRAND OPENING along the way. It was at that same time that a family friend, Debbie, was cop- ing with a difficult family situation of his transformation really impacted After running several of NJ Sharing Network’s 5K’s managing her son’s very serious heart me positively. One year after Sam's and raising around $15-20,000 in all, I decided to condition, congenital defects he had at transplant, he completed his first 5K take a year off, mostly plagued with back and knee The Weight is Over. birth. I had sometimes seen Sam as a with the NJ Sharing Network with issues one expects after turning 40! Having had a • Orthopedic Manuel Therapy • Individual Hands On Therapy • Sport & Therapeutic Massage • Orthopedic Back Pain • Rehabilitation Sport Injuries toddler at the beach or around town; he me, albeit, I ran and he walked! It was chance to heal and rest, I am back up and on to more was developing at a pace that was not great to share that day with him. events. I recently registered for the New York City on track with those around him. There Triathalon and plan on using this event to help raise were many risks to him being around It turns out two other people in my money to support organ donor awareness and their others, and a simple cold or infection office have also benefited from organ cause. Every dollar donated inspires me to train could have catastrophic results. donors, and I must say I am happy they harder and reach my goal of crossing the finish line. are around me to share my life with. Nine months after my first 5K with I hope you can help me reach my goal, and not only NJ Sharing Network, Sam received NJ Sharing Network and Sam Prince contribute, but spread the word about the benefits a donor heart in March 2011, and aligned like stars for me... I saw the of organ donation and transplantation. www.statewidebariatrics.com what ensued was an amazing trans- beauty and benefit of organ donation formation from a lethargic kid, to and transplatation. It was at that time If you want to learn more about donating visit 123 Highland Ave Suite 202 | Glen Ridge an outgoing, glowing, energetic boy that my passion for running became a my website for more information. https://www. 973-429-7600 who embraced his new lease on life. I cause for raising money for this won- njsharingnetwork.org/markfeldstein Karl Strom MD FACS John De Hoyos, DPT Advanced Laparoscopic General and Bariatric Surgeon saw what Sam’s heart transplant did derful organization, who’s primary role Doctor of Physical Therapy Statewide Bariatrics offers safe, minimally invasive, weight loss to help him flourish, and watching is saving and enhancing lives through 355 Bloomfield Avenue-Caldwell procedures. In addition to prompting rapid, significant weight loss, the gift of organ and tissue donation. (Next to Crossfit, Indigo Yoga) these procedures also improve or resolve related health problems, 973-228-0072 such as diabetes, hypertension and sleep apnea. Not only do our www.Lightportpt.com patients enjoy a better quality of life, they are also healthier!

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This is often painted in a contrasting referred to as “millwork.” color (like white) and hides the seam at the bottom of the wall. with broccoli Crown molding is a more formal and traditional look. It's often Here are some terms you may have heard and what made up of several pieces to create a more complicated “profile.” Who doesn’t love an easy stir-fry? This one changes things up a bit 3. Heat a large skillet over medium flame. Once hot, add 1 Tbsp the mean: It's typically painted to match the base molding. You often see by using plant protein (tofu) in place of your typical meats. Tofu coconut oil until melted. Add the tofu cubes and let cook until Base molding – where the floor meets the wall. crown molding omitted on homes with a more modern aesthetic. gets a bad rap, but when buying organic, non-GMO it’s a fine alter- golden brown on the bottom. 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It's used benefits of eating clean, low-processed soy based products (reduc- skillet and briefly stir fry until slightly browned on the edges Wainscoting – A half-high wall covering of trim, usually with in some styles of trim, but not others. If you want a sills, make ing cancer risk, in fact!) Go for it and make one night vegetarian (may need to add more coconut oil). Lower the heat then pour some kind of “cap” molding. sure it's included as part of your trim details. this week! I think you’ll love it with this Asian twist. the sauce into the skillet with the broccoli. Stir and cook until Panel Detail – A wainscoting detail made to look like inlaid the sauce begins to bubble and thicken. Turn off the heat and wood panels. Wainscoting is a half wall design of trim. It spans styles. In a Yields: 3 stir in the cooked tofu cubes Profile – The shape of the molding, if you looked at it cut as a “country feel,” you might have a white bead board design half way 5. Serve the tofu and broccoli over a bed of cooked rice, or cross section. up with wall. A “cap” molding piece tops it so you don't see the Stir Fry noodles topped with sliced green onions. edge of the bead board. Some designs will use wood or bead board · 14oz. block extra-firm, non-GMO, organic tofu that has been stained, providing warmer, less country-kitchen feel. · Pinch of salt · 2 Tbsp cornstarch In formal settings, wainscoting is generally white and may have a · 2 Tbsp coconut oil (for sautéing) “panel detail.” This is a very colonial look. Trim will be incor- · ½ lb. frozen broccoli florets (or fresh, steamed) porated to make it seem like wood panels have been inlaid on the · 3-4 scallions, sliced wainscoting. In some rooms that feature solid wood walls (think · 4 cups cooked rice or cooked rice noodles an “English study,”) the panel detail might be part of the full wall and not just the wainscoting. Sauce · ¼ cup tamari Today's moldings are made either of paint-grade wood, clear · 2 Tbsp water wood, “MDF” and composite materials. First off, clear wood · 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil is a “pretty” grade of wood with no knots or joints that is suit- · 2 Tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup able for staining. Regular wood or “paint grade” trim is wood · 2 Tbsp rice vinegar that may have joints or other blemishes that would show through · 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger stain, but not paint. MDF stands for medium density foam. It's an · 2 cloves garlic, minced extruded material that makes great molding, but also needs to be · 2 Tbsp sesame seeds painted. Composite moldings are generally some form of plastic · 1 Tbsp cornstarch and often come molded in the final use color (most often, white.) Instructions Trim and molding installation is finely detailed work and mold- 1. Remove the tofu from the package and place it on paper towels, ings can be a significant cost, but given how much character it press the tofu to extract excess water. Cut the pressed tofu adds to a room, it pays to find the right look for you. into 1-inch cubes then season with a pinch of salt. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp cornstarch over the cubes then toss to coat. Repeat with Catch up on past articles about renovation and home addition the second tablespoon of cornstarch, or until the tofu cubes projects at: http://stilleandsons.com/articles/index.htm . have a nice even coating of cornstarch. (c) 2012-2016 Woody Kamena 2. In a small bowl combine the contents of the sauce. Stir until the brown sugar and cornstarch are dissolved, set the sauce aside.

28 North Caldwell Magazine • August 2016 August 2016 • North Caldwell Magazine 29 some Lavender, Mint or even Catnip vegetation around your pergola to keep the mosquitos and other pests away from your relaxing garden oasis.

Increase Property Value Realtors across the country have not- ed that quality landscaping increases a home’s value by 20%! Maximizing Go Vertical your yard’s potential and creating ar- With the advent of more and more eas in it that are useful for the entire homeowners designing vertical family is an essential way to “come gardens in their yards, pergolas have out of the red” with your property. begun to become an integral part of People looking to buy will always find gardening. Plants such as Ivy can be homes with custom details more ap- used to grow up lattice or beams of a pealing and inviting. Creating shade pergola to create their own form of and privacy with a pergola is benefi- privacy and shade. Fruits and vegeta- cial for all of your outdoor entertain- bles that need stakes to grow typically ing needs and spaces, small or large, in the garden thrive near pergolas where they can but most importantly it is a wonderful By Jason Sponzilli latch on with ease. Don’t forget -plant investment in your home and future.

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