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Mt. Olive Online Publication November 19, 2024

Story Time Raises $ To Fight Childhood Cancer

By Cheryl Conway

Hop on the Hogwarts Express for Harry Potter Story Time with this local teen’s passion for reading and raising money to help children battling cancer.

Fifteen-year-old Jenna Alessandrini of Flanders, a freshman at Mt. Olive High School, is offering a story time on Tuesdays and Fridays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. through March 19. The first hour was held this past Tuesday, Feb. 16, but for those who still want to sign up, Alessandrini will offer a make-up session so listeners can catch up.

All proceeds for Alessandrini’s Harry Potter Story Time will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Her efforts not only entertain her younger peers but provide some financial support in children’s cancer research.

“I love reading,” says Alessandrini. “I like that you can read a book and enter another world, one of magic like Harry Potter, or one of mystery. I also love that you can relax and focus on something outside of your own life and escape into another one.

“Harry Potter was, and still is, one of my favorite series,” she continues. “It’s also something I believe every child should read. It deals with real world issues, like grief and friendship, while still captivating the reader and bringing them on a magical adventure. I just immediately thought that Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone would be the perfect book for this.”

Alessandrini came up with her reading fundraiser idea in January along with her mom’s brainstorming, she says.

“It was both mine and my mom Stefani Alessandrini’s idea to read to children for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,” says Alessandrini.

“I was accepted into the New Jersey chapter of the St. Jude Leadership Society, a group of about 30 high schoolers, and we are meeting on Zoom to discuss leadership skills and qualities and to learn how to be more active in our community,” she explains. “Part of that is raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. After our first session on Saturday, January 30, my mom and I were brainstorming about what I could do as one of my fundraisers.

“My mom is my mentor, whom we had to choose to guide us through our journey with St. Jude Leadership Society (SJLS),” she explains. “We were thinking of ways I could help people while raising money for St. Jude at the same time. My mom and I wanted to consider what I’m passionate about, knowing that it would make the fundraiser even more successful if I actually enjoyed doing it. I’ve always loved to read, and I’m also a big fan of the Harry Potter series, so we eventually landed on the idea of reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, one of my favorite childhood books, to children virtually.”

Virtual Sessions Planned

Alessandrini is holding her reading hour sessions on Google Meet.

The Harry Potter Story Time is aimed for mainly children aged 5-11, or those in elementary school, she says.

Listeners do not have to live in Mt. Olive to participate.

“It isn’t just closed to Mt. Olive kids since it’s going to be done through Google Meet,” she says. “I have listeners from New Jersey as well as a couple from Ohio. Anyone who wants to sign up is welcome!

“I have five listeners signed up right now, but I can accommodate as many as want to sign up,” she adds. “The more, the merrier!”

Reading Is Just One Chapter of Fundraising Plans

“As part of my involvement in the New Jersey chapter of St. Jude Leadership Society, I’m raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,” she explains. “I needed ideas for different fundraisers in which I could do this. My goal is to raise $5,000 for the children at St. Jude by June, the cutoff date. The Harry Potter Story Time is just one of the ways I’m going to do this.”

Alessandrini is off to a good start in her fundraising goals.

“Currently, I have raised $1,740 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital from my various fundraisers,” she says. “The Harry Potter Story Time has raised $375.”

Her deadline to raise money through the SJLS is June 15, she adds.

“From my Harry Potter Story Time, I hope to raise $500,” says Alessandrini. “We’ve been getting donations from people who don’t have children or know anyone of the right age for the story time that are still donating, which I really appreciate too.”

Reading is just one of several fundraisers she has done to support St. Jude’s thus far.

“I have done quite a few other fundraisers for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as a part of my involvement in SJLS so far this month,” she says. “I simply reached out to people I know to ask for donations and I posted my fundraising page on social media as well.

She just did a fundraiser for Valentine’s Day in which for every $5 donation she received by February 14, she created virtual cards for St. Jude patients to wish them a happy Valentine’s Day.”

Why St. Jude’s

Although there are so many causes and charities out there, Alessandrini has a strong desire to support St Jude.

“St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is such a deserving cause,” says Alessandrini. “I’m more than happy to fundraise for them, and I love that I’m able to do this fundraiser for them. It was just a given after coming up with the idea that I would donate the proceeds to St. Jude.”

This young philanthropist has done her research and backs up her reasoning for supporting this cause.

“St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is one of my favorite organizations,” explains Alessandrini. “The children they help are so deserving of any donations they can get. St. Jude patients and their families never get a bill from St. Jude. They believe that a family should only have to worry about getting their children healthy, not about paying for their treatments, travel, housing or food.

“St. Jude also works to research and understand childhood cancer,” she continues. “Since they first opened over 50 years ago, they have contributed to the increasing childhood cancer survival rate from 20% to 80%.

“I love St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and I’m so happy to be able to fundraise for them,” she says.

Raised To Support Charities

Alessandrini is no stranger to raising money to support causes. Her Harry Potter Story Time is just one of many that she has been involved in over the years, and she has others planned.

“In the past, I have done fundraisers for JDRF in which I raised money for them and participated in a walk to raise awareness for those with Type 1 Diabetes,” explains Alessandrini. “I have also been part of car washes, candy sales, restaurant partnerships, and more through my school. I’m in a number of volunteer clubs as well, and I raise money for various organizations through those. Additionally, two years ago I raised money to send myself to a leadership conference in Washington D.C. that I was nominated to attend.”

She has many more fundraisers planned.

“In the future, I also plan on doing more Harry Potter Story Time fundraisers with the next books in the series,” says Alessandrini. “I also plan on doing a St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser in which I sell St. Patty-themed cupcakes and baked goods for a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. I have ideas of doing a socially distant Walk-A-Thon, virtual baking or cooking classes, virtual trivia nights, and more.

“I’m also going to be doing multiple fundraisers to support a club my friend, Rachel Watkins, and I founded this year at the high school,” continues Alessandrini. “We’re called the Gender Equality Advocates and through the club we’ll be raising money for different women’s organizations as well as raising awareness of discrimination based on gender.”

An older sibling to her 13-year old sister, Katelyn Alessandrini who is in the eighth grade, Alessandrini is setting a fine example when it comes to altruism.

“I think it’s extremely important to help those who can’t help themselves, which is why I love fundraising,” says Alessandrini. “I’m a big advocate for helping others. I think everyone should try to bring more kindness into the world, whether it be as simple as saying hello to a neighbor or as big as running a nonprofit.”

COVID has not defrayed her from getting involved and making a difference. Alessandrini is involved in numerous clubs at MOHS.

"I’m in Model UN, Student Council, Class Council, STA (Students Taking Action), Key Club, Leo’s Club, and International Club,” she says. “I also co-founded my own club with my friend, Rachel Watkins, through the high school this year, called the Gender Equality Advocates.”

Story Time Participation Details

“To participate in my Harry Potter Story Time, it costs a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,” says Alessandrini. “For the whole five weeks and ten hours of reading, it will cost a $60 donation for one listener, $90 for two listeners, and $120 for three or more listeners in the same family. After registering, parents can pay on my St. Jude fundraising page: http://events.stjude.org/Jenna-Alessandrini

You pay right through the website, it’s very convenient and tax deductible.”

Donations will also be accepted by those who do not want to listen to the Harry Potter Story Time.

"If any Mount Olive Online readers would like to donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, I would be very appreciative,” says Alessandrini. “My fundraising page can be accessed at: http://events.stjude.org/Jenna-Alessandrini . If any children are interested in joining my Harry Potter Story Time, I would be so happy to have you! You can register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-oyvu_echtPQ5pmREo-XRWpbptYNjrQWMKgiY-UKS08Uhfw/viewform?gxids=7628

Twp. Officials Clear Concerns Over Shoveling

By Cheryl Conway

Just as the snow begins to melt from the last huge storm, more snow is expected to fall tomorrow.

If residents did not get to shovel the three feet of snow on their sidewalks earlier this month, they may need to be more mindful of that tedious chore with this impending storm as township officials raised this concern at its last Mt. Olive Twp. Council meeting.

Mt. Olive School District canceled school for Thursday, Feb. 18, so while kids are playing out in the snow, perhaps hand them a shovel to help clear sidewalks, towering snow mounds on corner streets and digging out fire hydrants.

Council members and the mayor discussed the snow ordinances at the last meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 9. According to the current Mt. Olive Twp. ordinance, residents have 12 hours of daylight after a snowfall stops to clear sidewalks, advises Mt. Olive Twp. Business Administrator Andrew Tatarenko.

Council President Joe Nicastro raised the issue for discussion at the beginning of the meeting saying he had received two calls and a few emails from concerned residents fearful that they would be fined if they had not cleared their sidewalk in time. Clearing sidewalks had not been an issue with normal snowfalls in the past, but being that this was an “unprecedented snowstorm,” the issue has unfolded.

“We don’t get this kind of snow,” says Nicastro, of 30 inches. “It’s important, sidewalks have to be done,” he says, so students and residents can have a clear path. But “some can’t do it” in a 12-hour period when there is “a massive amount of snow.”

With that concern in mind, Nicastro has suggested to change the ordinance to allow 24 hours to shovel sidewalks “if we get a certain amount of snow.”

He says, “it’s been a week already and it needs to be done,” to avoid a fine.

Tatarenko advised the council that extending the time limit to shovel would involve a policy decision. He suggests a 24-hour period but to stay away from inches as a measure for the time limit restriction.

Mt. Olive Twp. Mayor Rob Greenbaum advised the council to not make any changes to the ordinance.

“Everyone is overthinking this really,” says Greenbaum. “You are going to over legislate on this, on something we don’t really enforce. We don’t enforce these restrictions. He suggests giving homeowners a warning or notice, informing them that they will be fined if they do not clear the sidewalk.

“We’re not in it for collecting money,” says Greenbaum, but “obviously give notice before we take any action.”

He adds, “I never got any calls or messages on their need to clear sidewalks.”

Tatarenko suggests allowing 24 hours to clear sidewalks during a state of emergency, but Council Vice President Alex Roman disagrees saying “we do a lot of state of emergencies these days; we do it for three to four inches.” Roman would rather not depend on the amount of inches to extend the time frame to clear sidewalks.

Greenbaum reiterates his advice saying he does not think “we need to change the ordinance.” He says the best practice is to “give notice” to the homeowner that a fine will happen if the snow is not cleared in a reasonable amount of time.

“We will give notice before enforcement of a fine,” repeats Greenbaum.

Nicastro also raised the issue of driving and turning with huge snow mounds blocking the view of drivers.

“Just trying to make a right is almost deadly,” he says of his recent driving experience. “Piles are so high.”

Greenbaum did agree that businesses need to clear their eight feet of snow on corners.

“It is a danger to residents and businesses,” says Greenbaum, who is also concerned about cleaning out around fire hydrants.

The current ordinance has the township clearing out fire hydrants with the help of residents, says Tatarenko. “We ask residents to assist,” he says.

Greenbaum says clearing hydrants needs to change to strictly the homeowner responsibility, with exceptions to age restricted or elderly residents “who can’t physically do it.”

The mayor requests an ordinance amendment that requires homeowners to clean out the hydrant in front of their dwelling. If they are unable, they need to contact the township.

“It’s not that difficult to clean out in front of the hydrants,” says Greenbaum. “It takes only a few minutes. It’s your obligation to do it for your neighbors.”

New Property Opening Up

It was announced during the council meeting that property may open up next to the Mt. Olive Twp. Municipal Building on Flanders-Drakestown Rd.

Officials have suggested an appraisal to find out the value of the property. Funds would have to then come from the 2022 budget, says Greenbaum.

Some ideas for this potential property include a town community recreation center, indoor basketball court, or a food pantry.

Tatarenko says he will order appraisals on the property.

There are some highlands located there, he says, so the township may need approvals from the Department of Environmental Protection to build on that land.

Other News

Pirate’s Cove, aka Splash Pad, at Turkey Brook Park in Budd Lake, is set to open on June 26, announces Roman.

Roman also informs the council of the Mt. Olive School District Equity Task Force to address equity in the school district. He suggests that the council “be included on this board to add input on diversity.”

Zoom events are planned to recognize Mt. Olive’s 150th Anniversary. Romans says he is hoping for some outdoor activities to commence as soon as the weather warms. In the meantime, online stores are up and running with sales of commemorative memorabilia available for purchase.

Volunteers Summarize Diversity & Equity Progress in MOTSD

By Cheryl Conway

To salute Black History Month, the Mt. Olive School District held a remote learning day on Friday, Feb. 12 for all grades and students with guest speakers.

Students were engaged in activities featured on Google classroom and were listeners to notable authors, teachers, counselors and speakers who included: Cornell Thomas, an international speaker, author and mindset coach; Yvette Long, an author, counselor and teacher; Army Sgt. Julius Moore, a motivational speaker and university advisor; and Mt. Olive High School alumna Keturah Orji, a 2016 and 2021 Olympian and speaker.

Timing of the MOTSD Equity Task Force presentation also aligned with Black History Month as school board members and attendees of last month’s school board meeting, held Monday, January 25, tuned in to learn about the progress the volunteers have made so far in their mission toward change to provide equity and improve diversity for all students and staff, and put an end to systemic racism. Representatives from each of the Equity Task Force subcommittees gave an overview of their goals and strategies thus far.

Equity Task Force

Established this past summer, the task force held its kick-off meeting in mid-September.

More than 50 volunteers are involved, representing students, alumni, community members, educators and BOE members. An Equity Dashboard has been created to set goals and monitor progress with five Racial Equity Focus areas which include: Racially Inclusive Curriculum, Discipline Policies, Building Relationships, Access to Higher-Order Classes and Diversifying School Staff.

At the January BOE meeting, volunteers summarized progress from each subcommittee so far.

Lea Margosiak, a faculty staff member, spoke about the main goals of the Academic Achievement subcommittee. First goal is to ensure that all students can utilize courses offerings by the district. Some strategies to meet this goal include utilizing personal success plans; focus on individual experiences; and engage educators about equity and inequities in the current process as well as have open dialogue for tough conversations. A second goal of this subcommittee includes: Reduce absenteeism, to increase academic achievement by strategies such as mentoring, tracking attendance goals and guidance counselor meetings. Third goal is to expand high expectations for all students by tactics such as open dialogue, mentoring, support and explore issues of privilege, power and difference.

Matt Robinson, director of Elementary Education, spoke about the goals of the Disciplinary Policy subcommittee: To solicit input on disciplinary action with best practices via committee oversight and input; Ensure uniformity in disciplinary referral entries into the District SIS; and to assist at risk students and reduce disciplinary actions.

Tom Reszka, Social Studies Department chair and faculty member, summarized the Inclusive Curriculum subcommittee, with its four goals of completing a comprehensive audit by June 1 ensuring that all K-12 core content addresses diversity among racial, ethnic, religious, LGTBQ, gender groups and individuals with disabilities; utilizing analytical tools to conduct a standards alignment audit so teachers can revise curriculum maps to ensure that all courses include diversity among all groups; measure student perceptions of the district’s curriculum to make sure it is inclusive through surveys; and increase elective courses to include a deeper study of multicultural, racial, ethnic, religion, LGTBQ, gender and disabilities topics and issues.

Sirajj Ziyad, MOHS teacher of the new African American Studies course, gave an overview of the Relationship Building subcommittee. Its first goal was to revise and re-administer the School Climate and Culture Survey instrument to focus on student equity and positive relationships with teachers and staff. The plan was to distribute this survey to all staff, students and parents in February. Its second goal is to collaborate with the MOHS Tapestry Program to replicate the program to the middle and elementary schools. Final goal is to provide bias training to all staff on how to support students by building positive and healthy relationships. Three 45-minute sessions are planned for September, January and May.

Danielle Kay, English teacher at MOHS, summarized the goals and strategies for the Diversified & Staff Training subcommittee. Goal one is to identify, recruit and retain a diverse staff in the district. One strategy is to review current hiring practices through a lens of diversity, equity, inclusivity and accessibility. Another goal is to enhance recruitment of underrepresented groups within its teachers and administrator ranks by hosting a career fair, advertising and offering diverse interview committees. And lastly, strengthen and develop systems that support training, inclusion and retention of a diverse teaching staff by offering mentoring training, resources and support.

“We’ve created achievable goals,” says Suhaib Jawad, MOHS senior, who led the summary presentation of the MOTSD Equity Task Force last month. “We plan on revamping our curriculum.”

Moving forward, the Equity Task Force has planned bi-monthly meetings for its sub-committees and monthly meetings for all volunteers.

“We have a lot of work to be done,” says Jawad, “but our mission is to establish real change as a task force. The Mt. Olive Equity Task Force is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment with our school district and the greater Mt. Olive community.”

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Zywicki adds, “This is work we continuously do.” He looks forward to moving forward.

BOE Member Dr. Antoine Gayles, who also sits on the Equity Task Force, says the conversations so far have been “energetic.” He says that the Equity Task Force is “not just a school project” but rather “it’s a community endeavor” that is all encompassing to include not just racial diversity but gender diversity and religion as well.

“We are going to work very hard as an entire community,” says Gayles. He is looking forward to seeing how the strategic planning plays out with all of the subcommittees; “how the strategic plan turns into actual action for inclusion and equity that we’ve been planning for,” he says. Gayles “looks forward to the journey ahead.”

BOE Member Anthony Strillacci expressed concerns of what classes will be removed from the curriculum to make way for more diversified classes.

Zywicki explains that there will be inclusion in the current courses rather than adding or taking away courses. An option may be to reduce a year-long course of Social Studies to last a half a year and incorporate two electives to provide more diversified courses. The plan is to provide courses that are inclusively racially, genderly, religiously sound.

Zywicki says educators will be using tools annually to audit the curriculum in all the grade levels to provide a fresh curriculum every September.

The “primary strategy” is to infuse resources rather than “biased” textbooks, says Zywicki. They will be looking at the content of texts within each of the courses offered through advisement of the Amistad and Holocaust commissions.

Other School News

Gayles gave an update on some of the schools’ parent group meetings. The pandemic has reduced fundraising and activities of the parent associations, but some events are still planned.The Chester M. Stephens parent’s group was still planning its danceathon in January; Valentine Candy Gram and book fair February 22; Virtual Talent Show and chocolate sale in March; virtual science fair in April for Earth Day as well as a virtual TREPS Marketplace for fifth graders.

At the middle school, he says there are membership concerns and parents can still pay $10.50 online to join. Due to low fundraising, there will be no teacher grants this year but there will be teacher appreciation awards as well as an eighth grade dance and yard signs, Balloons in June, Spring Fling in May or June and an eighth grade masquerade ball.

COVID Cases

As of January 25, there were 106 teachers and staff in the district who were quarantined from COVID 19, says Zywicki.

BOE Member Liz Ouimet requested a breakdown of cases within each school and positions.

Despite the positive cases that continue among students as well, all schools in the MOTSD returned to a full day schedule with cohorts reporting each week. Cohort C still allows students remote learning.

BOE President Dr. Anthony Giordano stresses that if two or more unrelated positive cases are reported inside a school, that school must shut down for two weeks. He reminds all staff and students to be mindful of any symptoms of COVID 19 and stay home for virtual learning to stop the spread inside the school district.

Cheers To Mt. Olive’s 150 Year Anniversary

This year, 2021, marks the Sesquicentennial of Mt. Olive. Many exciting events are planned for this year’s celebration with annual happenings galore.

The official virtual kick off is scheduled for March 22, with the 150th Anniversary of Mt. Olive Township. On this date, the Mt. Olive School District will air a special presentation about Mt. Olive through the years, with student performances including the MOHS Air Force JROTC Presenting of Colors, choral, instrumental, drama, theater, World Language Honor Society, MOHS Foods Program Cuisine and more, all edited and produced by Mt. Olive High School students.

To celebrate Mt. Olive's 150th anniversary, Bright Horizons will be teaming up with the Mt. Olive Recreation Department to put together a fun socially distanced activity for the community to participate. The activity: Mt. Olive's History and Kindness Tour, was set to kick off on Sunday, February 14, with the children at Bright Horizons painting and writing kind and inspirational messages on rocks to be placed in “Kindness Rocks” gardens.

Bright Horizons will put together multiple "Kindness Rocks" gardens with signage encouraging members of the community to take a rock, leave a rock, give a rock, at the different locations each month. The signage will include instructions for participants to post a picture of themselves at the garden on a Facebook group that will be created for this purpose and shared on the Recreation Department and Bright Horizons Facebook pages.

Each month the “kindness garden” will be moved to a different historical location in Mt. Olive, with clues posted in the Mt Olive's History & Kindness Tour group on Facebook (join today!) When it is time for a new garden to pop up, there will be hints posted on the Facebook group about where to find the next garden.

Instead of just having one event to celebrate this milestone year, the township plans to host several throughout the year. It will do this by incorporating its 150 Years’ Celebration into each one.

For example, its annual 5K, which is set to be held on Saturday, April 17, at Turkey Brook Park, will have a theme “Run/Walk Through the Ages” with historic photos and photo opportunities along the course.

Another way to celebrate, is to purchase memorabilia that is available throughout the year. The recreation department has several items to purchase for this celebration. For example, there are lapel pins, holiday ornaments, spirit wear and historical blankets.

For those who own a business in town or the surrounding area, the township is selling banners that will be displayed at Turkey Brook and Flanders parks. All information about this year’s celebration, such as events, special on-line interactive games, virtual challenges and socially distanced activities as well as sponsorship opportunities and other items to purchase, can be found at www.mountolivetwpnj.org.

The Recreation Department is working diligently with a 150th Anniversary Committee, the Historical Society, the Mt. Olive Chamber of Commerce and the schools.

School Participation

Mt. Olive students are being offered the opportunity to take the challenge and research an aspect of Mt. Olive’s Yesterday -Today- Tomorrow. Middle school students are leading the way with video clips about the early history of Budd Lake, Veterans Memorial, and The Mt. Olive Police Department. This year under the guidance of Gifted & Talented Teacher Ann Greszczak, students are focusing on the history of the schools using the theme of Yesterday – Today – Tomorrow. The students plan to interview present and former principals. These clips will be available on the web page.

Local Icons

The late Bill Sturm was a local artist who produced beautiful sketches that captured the heart of Mt. Olive. The township received permission to reproduce his sketch book of 128 unique sketches in 2021. This will also be available to purchase.

Also as part of the 150th anniversary, Tim Jacobus, original illustrator for the iconic R. L. Stine Goosebumps book series, will create an illustration depicting the four seasons of Budd Lake. As with all of the Jacobus’ art, it will have a unique twist. The art will be available as a limited number print and will be signed by the artist. Jacobus, who has lived in Mt. Olive for almost 30 years, is responsible for the creation of more than 100 of the classic Goosebumps cover illustrations. In addition to creating artwork that encouraged children to want to read, Jacobus’ art was instrumental in making Goosebumps the second largest-selling book series in publishing history with over 350 million books sold.

The township has also teamed up with many of local eating establishments. Many have agreed to offer special dishes recognizing the150th Celebration. All information can be found on the Recreation Page www.mountolivetwpnj.org/recreation-department under a separate tab labeled 150th Anniversary. For specific events planned for the year:https://www.mountolivetwpnj.org/recreation-department/pages/community-events. The continued support of local businesses, corporations and volunteers is greatly appreciated. Happy 150th Anniversary Mt. Olive!

Local and County News

Vaccinations in Morris County Surpass 100,000

Snow Closes Vaccination & Testing Centers

Gardening Season Grows Closer

With the snow melting and warmer weather supposedly coming, it is time to be thinking about gardening plans for spring.

There are some spots left to reserve at the South Branch Preserve community garden in Mt. Olive.

Last year, 2020 was an unusual one to say the least, but some things remain—like the dedicated group of gardeners who come back to their plots at the South Branch Community Garden year after year. Last year every plot was spoken for, and many members were grateful to have a quiet, relaxing place to spend time outdoors working in the soil. There’s a strong collaborative spirit among the gardeners, and this extends out into the larger community, with 350 pounds of food donated to Mt. Olive food pantries. Of course the social events and open houses were missed, and the additional health measures weren’t anyone’s favorite, but everyone cooperated—with many already renewing their membership for 2021.

There are currently eight spots left for the 2021 season, and spring is just around the corner. Imagine a plot to soon be bursting with tomatoes, peas, lettuce, and flowers that bring butterflies to the garden. Join the South Branch Community Garden today!

Go to www.tlc-nj.org for more information or call 973-541-1010.

Snow Closes Vaccination & Testing Centers

Vaccinations in Morris County Surpass 100,000

Snow Closes Vaccination & Testing Centers

The Morris County Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Center in Rockaway Township and the Morris County COVID-19 Testing Center at the County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph will both be closed tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 18, due to inclement weather.

All vaccination appointments scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Center at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall are rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 20, and individuals will be able to receive their vaccinations at the same time of their original Thursday appointment.

Everyone who had an appointment for a COVID-19 test on Thursday, Feb. 18, at the testing center at CCM is urged to reschedule their appointment by going to https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/b8hq2y7k/

Vaccinations in Morris County Surpass 100,000

More than 100,000 vaccinations have been issued in Morris County to date, with nearly 30 percent being provided out of the Morris County Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Center, where a greater supply of vaccine is expected to allow authorities to ramp up efforts to vaccinate 2,000 people per day later this week.

“This is certainly a significant milestone, as Morris County keeps on pace with much more populated counties in getting vaccines into the arms of residents,” said Morris County Commissioner Douglas Cabana, a liaison to county Law and Public Safety operations. “But there are many, many more people we need to reach, and the only way to do that is for New Jersey to get much more vaccine than it currently receives. Our ability to vaccinate people is directly linked to the vaccine supply.”

The Morris County Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Center is one of six so-called “mega-sites” in the state sharing about 50 percent of NJ’s weekly supply of vaccine, which amounts to 135,000 to 150,000 vaccines per week. The Morris County Center, operating at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall, is now open seven days per week and delivering about 1,700 vaccines each day.

Surpassing 100,000 doses included a mix of first doses and second doses. Authorities anticipate increased supplies eventually will enable the Center to reach its full capacity of 2,500 vaccinations per day.

“The development and distribution of the COVID-19 vaccines are a testament to what can be achieved when we work together towards a common good,” said Kevin Lenahan, chief financial and administrative officer, Atlantic Health System. “The more than 17,000 team members, physicians, nurses and other caregivers at Atlantic Health System are committed to ensuring that the opportunity to be vaccinated is available to everyone who wants it, and we look forward to a more robust supply of vaccine to make that happen.”

The Morris County Regional COVID-19 Vaccination Center operates under a partnership between Morris County, Atlantic Health System and the State of N.J. The rating agency Moodys Investor Services released a report explaining that vaccine partnerships, specifically the cooperative efforts in N.J. are boosting economic outlooks.

The report highlighted how Morris and Gloucester counties effectively partnered with private sector health care providers for successful vaccine rollouts.

“The mega-site initiative provides a pathway for New Jersey to lessen the economic, financial and health effects from the pandemic,” the report stated. “Fewer COVID-19 cases will help boost the economy at both the local and state level with the knock-on effect of helping hospital finances.”

Morris County Commissioner John Krickus, who chairs the Morris County Recovery Task Force, said “We are proud that Morris County has the second highest vaccination rate in New Jersey thanks to the herculean efforts of Morris County staff, including the Sheriff’s Office, Atlantic Health System, the National Guard and the state Department of Health. This brings us closer to the safe reopening called for by our businesses, non-profits, religious leaders in our community.”

To register for alerts on when appointments become available, go to the AHS website here.

Vaccinations in Morris County Surpass 100,000

Morris County & 3 Non-Profits Unite To Help Homelessness

Homeless Solutions, Inc. (HSI), Family Promise of Morris County (FP) and Morris Habitat for Humanity (MHH) have announced they are working together to provide hope for women experiencing homelessness through a project utilizing upgraded, existing homes owned by the County of Morris.

The partnership began in early 2020 when FP and HSI collaborated on a joint application to utilize the Morris County-owned houses at Central Park in Parsippany to address human services needs identified by the Morris County Continuum of Care. The partnership leverages HSI’s experience in affordable housing and FP’s expertise in social work and case management for an innovative approach to ending homelessness.

"This is an amazing opportunity to work together,” said HSI CEO Dan McGuire, FP CEO Joann Bjornson and MHH CEO Blair Wilson in a joint statement.

“Sharing our resources and support from local community providers will allow us to convert this property into safe, affordable, shared housing for vulnerable women in our community. We thank the Morris County Commissioners and the Morris Advisory Leadership Group for embracing our vision for how this property can meet the needs of our community.”

The campus of nine homes, dubbed Promising Solutions through the partnership, is being upgraded by MHH.

The homes are in need of extensive renovations to the kitchens, bathrooms, and floors of the houses. Phase 1 of the project, which is to renovate four of the homes, is well underway and will be completed this winter. Phase 2 will complete the project including renovations to the remaining five homes, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2021.

“The renovation work so far has been impeccable, and dedicating these homes as a new residential campus for at-risk women will address an essential need in our community for women who have been left homeless or on the verge of homelessness,” said County Commissioner Tayfun Selen, a board liaison to Human Services programs.

The housing is ideally located in close proximity to many community resources including the Interfaith Food Pantry, Morris County Non-Profit Mall and FP’s Programs, with easy access to public transportation. The housing will eventually accommodate up to 32 women in a shared housing model. It comes at a pivotal time, with economic fallout from the pandemic causing spikes in homelessness.

The houses were once part of the Greystone Park State Psychiatric Hospital, which had operated on a sprawling campus now owned by Morris County and used as parkland as well as grounds for various government and non-profit human services programs. The hospital was relocated years ago in newer facilities on a smaller, state-owned tract located west of the parkland

Promising Solutions is already seeing positive results.

“I don’t know where I would be without this opportunity,” said a current tenant at the residential campus, who was previously homeless. “I had to flee from my situation and was living on the streets. It was cold and scary but now I feel safe and have the support I need. I’m so grateful for this place and for those that made it possible. I’m truly overwhelmed by the kindness of strangers.”

Each organization has a specific role. HSI is overseeing the renovations and will serve as landlord and maintain the buildings and grounds. FP will provide social services through a team approach including individual case management, referrals and linkages to appropriate resources for all tenants to ensure they get the support needed to stay on track for success. MHH is the perfect partner for the renovations. They not only made it affordable with their trusted labor, but they will also enlist volunteer resources – a true community effort.

About Homeless Solutions, Inc.: Homeless Solutions’ philosophy is “A Hand Up, not a Handout” and they’ve been fulfilling their mission to provide shelter, housing and support services to homeless and working poor people since 1983. Their goal is to give those they serve the tools and surroundings needed to rebuild their lives and become self-sufficient. What differentiates HSI is the continuum of housing provided through their Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing Program (THP), Mt. Kemble Home, and Affordable Housing options. To learn more visit www.HomelessSolutions.org

About Family Promise: With more than 30 years of experience, Family Promise of Morris County continues to mobilize community resources and people to end the crisis of homelessness faced by Morris County families and individuals by providing a continuum of services leading to self-sufficiency. FP’s vision is to strengthen our community by transforming lives impacted by homelessness through hope, dignity and respect. FP provides programs to best meet the needs of our community and are categorized under three umbrellas: Shelter, Housing, and Outreach. To learn more visit www.familypromisemorris.org

Morris Habitat for Humanity is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization committed to building homes, communities and hope. Through volunteer labor and donations of money and materials, Morris Habitat builds new homes and provides home repair services to income-eligible families in Morris and Middlesex Counties as well as Fanwood, Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Green Brook, North Plainfield and Watchung. Since 1985, Morris Habitat has served more than 650 households through home ownership opportunities, home preservation, and international home building programs. For more information, visit www.morrishabitat.org

Overdose Fatality Review Team Launched In Morris County

An Overdose Fatality Review Team (OFRT) is being launched in Morris County through a partnership between Prevention is Key (PIK) and the Morris County Division of Public Health to combat the rise in overdose deaths.

The OFRT has enlisted the support of multiple agencies and organizations to begin analyzing data, identifying regional trends and evaluating strategies to address opioid overdose deaths in Morris County. The initiative is being funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the New Jersey Department of Health under a successful model program developed in Maryland.

OFRTs consist of local, multi-agency, multi-disciplinary teams of professionals in a position to conduct comprehensive, yet confidential reviews of overdose deaths to ultimately improve response, prevention, treatment and public awareness services. By fully understanding more about overdose deaths in the county, local health officials can more effectively direct policies, practices, and partnerships to prevent future overdoses and allocate prevention resources and services where they are most effective.

“The idea of gathering a group of individuals from diverse professions to share their perspectives and experiences, and to learn from one another in order to make a recommendation on how to prevent future overdose deaths feels like a massive step in the right direction, and I’m happy to be part of that process,” said Samantha Neville of PIK, who will serve as the coordinator of the Morris County OFRT.

“Opioid overdose fatalities continue to be a serious public health crisis affecting individuals and families from all walks of life,” said Morris County Health Officer Dr. Carlos Perez, Jr. “The Morris County OFRT will play a critical and integral role in the development of critical interventions for prevention of opioid misuse and fatalities.”

In offering $100,000 grants to cities and counties throughout New Jersey last year, the NJDOH explained that the review teams can uncover the individual and population factors and characteristics of potential overdose victims. Knowing the who, what, when, where, and how of fatal overdoses provides a better sense of the strategies and coordination needed to prevent future overdoses and results in the better allocation of overdose prevention resources and services, according to the NJDOH.

"The Department recognizes the importance of local solutions to bring about a larger change that is needed to address the overdose crisis,” said N.J. Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli when the grant opportunity was rolled out last year. “The power of Overdose Fatality Review Teams is that they combine robust data with local partnerships, which is the perfect public health recipe for success. These teams will bring about innovation to help end the overdose epidemic.”

According to the NJDOH, the Maryland project improved the quality of referral systems, enhanced outreach to families to provide overdose prevention and treatment services by local health departments and other providers; identified new audiences for its naloxone trainings and amplified overdose awareness.

The NJDOH summarized the responsibilities of all OFRTs in the state:

Conduct multi-agency/multi-disciplinary reviews of all available information on an individual who dies from an overdose; promote cooperation and coordination across agencies involved in overdose investigations;
Establish policies and procedures for pooling all available information on overdose deaths from local, county, and state government agencies, law enforcement, private entities that maintain privacy and confidentiality and comply with all applicable State and Federal privacy and confidentiality legal requirements;
Identify points of contact between deceased individuals and healthcare, social services, criminal justice and other systems involved;
Identify the risk factors that put individuals at risk for drug overdose within their jurisdiction; and
Recommend how to improve local partnerships, policies and practices to prevent overdose deaths.

Morris County and Prevention is Key are pursuing partnerships with the following agencies and organizations to form an Overdose Fatality Review Team. Partners may include, but are not limited to:

The Municipal Alliances network in Morris County

Morris County Stigma Free Communities Initiative

Morris County Mental Health Addictions Services Advisory Board

Catholic Charities

Hope House

Daytop New Jersey

Grace Counseling Center

Morris County Aftercare Center

New Bridge Services.

Hope One

Various public schools

Morris County Department of Human Services

Morris County Prosecutor’s Office

Morris County Sheriff’s Office and Correctional Facility

Morris County Emergency Medical Services

Morris County Medical Examiner

Atlantic Health System

Saint Clare’s Health System

Special Olympics N.J. Donates Equipment To Arc

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have been unable to participate in Special Olympics activities, or even gather with others that they do not reside with, for almost a year. In an effort to help with the void of being able to gather and participate in athletic competition, Special Olympics New Jersey donated athletic game equipment to different agencies that serve this vulnerable population, including The Arc of Warren County.

The Arc of Warren County received a donation of almost $800 worth of equipment, including eight bag toss boards, two bocce sets, two bowling sets, 10 ring toss games, one whiffle ball set and a variety of tee shirts. These items are to be utilized to engage the individuals who the agency serves.

“It was important to Special Olympics New Jersey to make it a little easier for organizations to help their consumers stay active during this time,” says Matt Willey, Field Services manager, Special Olympics N.J. “This is why this statewide outreach was launched. This initiative includes working with agencies to hold a virtual bag toss competition, which is designed to keep this community engaged.”

Plans to utilize this equipment include incorporation of the games into Camp Warren, The Arc of Warren County’s camp located in Knowlton, this summer, as well as some athletic competitions between different group homes. Once the Recreation Department’s Social Club is up and running, all of these materials will be used to promote involvement.

“We are very pleased to receive this donation from Special Olympics New Jersey,” says Robyn Gardella, assistant director of the Recreation Department at The Arc of Warren County. “These products will provide us with additional resources to ensure that our consumers have a fuller recreational experience even under the restrictions that we are currently faced with.”

The mission of Special Olympics N.J. is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympic athletes and the communities.

The Arc is a national organization that serves individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their family members since 1950. The Arc of Warren County is one of 700 chapters of The Arc and serves more than 1,100 people annually for the past 66 years. Programs include residential group homes and supervised apartments, day services, community-based supports, advocacy services, recreation and summer camp, Special Olympics training, early intervention and a wide variety of additional social services.

Donations Sought To Empower Women’s Shelter

Strengthen Our Sisters Domestic Violence Shelter in Northern New Jersey is seeking donations to keep the spark of hope, and electricity, ignited at her houses for women and children.

Sandra Ramos, founder and director of SOS, is currently faced with demands from the organization’s energy provider that the shelter is 'not' a residence, and can no longer be considered eligible for relief from termination of service during the COVID pandemic.

The shelter consists of 7 houses, 2 licensed daycares, a thrift store, and food pantry; and operates with a volunteer staff. She began a drive to raise funds called Spark Our Sisters. For more information go to https://www.strengthenoursisters.org/spark-our-sisters/.

As one light turns on, another dims.

Her bright light came recently when she was interviewed last week by Steve Adubato for his television program "One on One with Steve Adubato," which features compelling real-life stories, and features political leaders, CEO's, and television personalities. Ramos was featured as part of the "25 for 25" series celebrating The Russ Berrie Foundation's Making a Difference Awards 25th Anniversary, honoring N.J. heroes.

In 2001, Ramos received the top award as founder of the nation’s first battered women’s shelter in 1970.

Her years as director of SOS have been a challenge, and just as her course seemed to brighten, the threat of losing heat and energy will greatly affect the lives of hundreds of women and children, with no other place to go.

“The winter months can be brutal on the homeless,” as stated in a press release from SOS. “One of our former employees at Treasures Thrifts store is currently homeless and has been living in a garbage can. This is probably unthinkable for most people, but because he is a man, the shelter could not help him. Unfortunately, he suffered frostbite and the loss of his toes in the process. Please help the shelter to continue the work that they do, to help others.”

A crowdfunding campaign has also been set up for Spark Our Sisters. Go to charity.gofund.com. Its goal is to raise $100K to keep the shelter operating.

Volunteer/donate at https://www.strengthenoursisters.org/spark-our-sister/.

Library Open For Curbside Pickup

The Mt. Olive Public Library is open for curbside pickup.

Requests can only be made via phone call or email.

There is a limit of six items for adults and eight for kids and young adults.

Patrons will be called once their items are available for pickup.

Bags will be placed outside of the library, marked with the last four digits of the patrons card number

Due to COVID-19, patrons may not enter library.

No books will be left outside the building after curbside hours.

Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Thursday: 4 p.m.-8 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Closed on Sunday.

For questions email: curbside@mopl.org; call 973-691-8686 ext. 106.

College News

The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

The Legacy Project at County College of Morris welcomed acclaimed writer Alexandra Chang, who discussed her debut novel, “Days of Distraction,” on Thursday, February 4.

The Legacy Project at County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph continues its yearlong series focusing on “War, Peace & Healing.” Additionally, events centered around diversity and equity round out the Legacy Project’s Spring Semester programming. The series includes lectures, panel discussions, photography and book discussions. All events are free, online and open to the public. All reservations are requested by emailing legacy@ccm.edu and a Zoom link will then be provided to participants.

“Since the pandemic occurred last March, some of our programming had to be cancelled,” said CCM Professor Samantha Gigliotti, from the biology and chemistry department and co-chair of the Legacy Project. “We wanted to honor the guest speakers who were scheduled last year and we continued with the topic of ‘War, Peace & Healing,’ this academic year. We also included very timely and relevant topics focusing on diversity and equity and believe these conversations will encourage positive dialogue in the community.”

Tuesday, February 23, at 7 p.m. – "A Reflection on Women's Suffrage,

100 Years in the Making with Susan Ware"

A pioneer in the field of women's history and a leading feminist biographer, Ware is the author and editor of numerous books on 20th-century U.S. history. Her most recent book is "Why They Marched: Untold Stories of the Women Who Fought for the Right to Vote." A Q&A with the author will follow the discussion. The event is funded by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities' Women's Suffrage & Beyond Program Award.

Thursday, March 4, at 12:30 p.m. - “Surviving the Rwanda Genocide with Eugenie Mukeshimana"

Founder of the Genocide Survivors Support Network, Mukeshimana will open up about how she survived the Rwanda genocide in the 1990s. After she shares her experiences of strength and survival, Mukeshimana will take questions from the zoom participants. The event is funded by a New Jersey Council for the Humanities Action Grant.

Tuesday, April 6, at 12:30 p.m. - "Shooting Ghosts: A U.S. Marine, a Combat Photographer, and Their Journey Back From War with Finbarr O'Reilly"

Combat photographer O'Reilly will discuss his work covering conflict around the world. He will also discuss his co-written memoir, "Shooting Ghosts." The event is funded by a New Jersey Council for the Humanities Action Grant.

The Legacy Project began in fall 2013 with a panel discussion centered on civil rights. On average, for the past eight years, the Legacy Project has engaged approximately 500 audience members per semester, or 1,000 audience members per academic year.

The CCM Legacy Project programming was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.

CCM Celebrates Black History Month With Premier

The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

In celebration of Black History Month, County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph, has scheduled an exceptional performance with actor James Lucas.

“Reflections: The Life and Times of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,” featuring Lucas, will take place online and premier on CCM’s YouTube channel Tuesday, February 23, at 7:30 p.m. To view this free one-time premier, go to www.ccm.edu/black-history-month/.

The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

CCM Celebrates Black History Month With Premier

James Lucas

Don’t miss Lucas’s powerful and insightful reflection on the civil rights movement as seen through the eyes of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Lucas is well known for his portrayals of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who became a driving force for the nonviolent struggle against racism and inequality. Lucas travels the country giving his powerful renditions of King’s “I Have a Dream,” and “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speeches and other one-man performances of the civil rights leader. President Bill Clinton described Lucas’ portrayal, “The most authentic and exhilarating King I have ever seen.”The program also will feature a prerecorded question and answer session hosted by Professor John Williford, chair of the Department of Psychology and Education at CCM.

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

The Promethean, the County College of Morris (CCM) student-produced literary and arts publication, has once again been recognized for excellence, winning another national award.

The 2019-20 edition of The Promethean recently was recognized by Graphic Design USA in its 2020 competition with an American Graphic Design Award. This award marks the 15th time since 2005 that The Promethean has been selected for recognition in this contest. It also marks the 40th national and international design award The Promethean has won since 2005.

CCM students who work on The Promethean, benefit not only by gaining significant hands-on graphic design experience, they also earn national distinction for their work. There is no category for students in the Design USA competition, meaning The Promethean was judged against work produced by professional designers in the very competitive field of graphic design.

“We are so very proud of our students who worked on this publication,” said Professor Kathleen McNeil, who serves as the faculty advisor for The Promethean. “There were 10,000 submissions for this award and only about 10 percent, or 1,000, received this prestigious recognition. That’s a real testament to the quality of the work produced by our students.”

Students who worked on the 2019-20 edition consisted of Haley Dring of Sparta, Kyle Waters of Lincoln Park, Alexandra Zanowicz of Rockaway, Megan Ramos of Rockaway, Samantha Bahia of West Orange, Connor Wisloff of Morristown and Tyler Rabinowitz of Long Valley.

For additional information on CCM’s Art and Design programs, visit http://bit.ly/CCMdesign.

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

Time To Check In With Yourself

Submitted by Diane Lang, positive living expert, life coach, speaker.

We are a month into the new year, a perfect time to evaluate how things have been going. Answer the questions below to help create new goals, action plans and routines.

1. What new things did you try out this new year? How is it going for you? Do you need to create new goals? New time frames? Action plans? Tweak your goals? Remember, baby steps are perfect. Baby steps allow for forward momentum without feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Start small - end big!

2. What do your morning and evening routines look like? A morning routine starts your day on the right foot. Your evening routine helps you sleep and replenish your body for the next day. Both are so important.

3. Are you spending time with people who empower you; make you feel good? Or people who make you feel worse about yourself? Your tribe can either lift you up or bring you down.

4. Have you reduced your media intake? Social media? If you're digesting fear, anger, confusion and sadness you are creating more negativity in your life. You are in control of your mindset and what you allow into your world. Choose love.

5. Is fear running your year so far? Is it paralyzing you? Keeping you stuck? If fear is playing a major role in your life, remind yourself of this great stat: 90% of what you fear never happens!

6.Are you making decisions/choices mindfully? Every time you react, make a decision, ask yourself is it made by love or fear?

If you are choosing love, you will feel it in your heart. It will be a loving, kind decision made with clarity.

If you're choosing fear, you are reacting impulsively, reacting from a place of anger, stress or confusion- it's a decision made with fear/ego.

7. Are you being the best version of yourself? How are you treating yourself? Are you being self-compassionate?

For more information visit: www.dlcounseling.com or email Diane Lang at DLCounseling2014@gmail.com.

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The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

CCM Celebrates Black History Month With Premier

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The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

The Legacy Project At CCM Hosts Engaging Series

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

CCM Student Publication Recognized for Design Excellence

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