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Vol. 3 No. 9 www.mypaperonline.com September 20, 2011

By Elsie Walker

Is that Minnie Mouse with a dark wet nose? PagingNurse Johnson! Wait, does that nurse have a long tail?Humans aren’t the only ones that like to dress up for

Halloween. Dogs like to get into the spirit, too. They cando that while helping other animals by participating inNoah’s Ark’s annual Howl and Hike. The event, whichincludes a pledge walk, will be held on Sunday October16th from noon – 4pm at Horseshoe Lake, 72 Eyland

Howl and Hike: A Great Time for Dogs and Their Humans

Oneparticipantsteals theattention at a past Howl andHike

by coming as Minnie Mouse.

Human aren't the only ones who like to come in costume.

This dog came as a nurse toa previous Howland Hike.

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Avenue in Succasunna.“This event is one of our s ignature fundraisers and

allows us to continue the programs our community needs:pet adoption, housing and care for homeless pets, guidanceand support for pet owners dealing with challenges relatedto pet ownership, reduced cost spay and neuter and humaneeducation, “ said Todd Cramer, Execut ive Director of Noah’s Ark Animal Welfare Association Inc.

There’s no admission fee (though donations are suggest-ed). The event includes the pledge-raising walk, a doggiecostume contest, music, vendors, plus the opportunity tomake a difference in a pet’s life through adoption. About300 people are expected, most with their dogs.

Noak’s Ark is still seeking sponsorships for the walk.Cramer noted that the association appreciates those whoarealready supporting thewalk or support theshelter’s work allyear long: Custom Sign Source, Well Bred Pet Boutique inChester, Doug Finley Photography, Petfinder. com, MorrisAnimal Inn and Morris K-9 Campus, D&V Landscaping,Christie Engineering, The Pooch Spa, Vet Dispatch andPetango.com

As a pledge-raising walk, the Howl and Hike is an eventwhere walkers can ask friends, family, colleagues and theiremployers to sponsor their participation with a monetarypledge. Besides individual walkers, teams of walkers can beformed (such as scout troops, companies, etc.), raise the

pledges collectively and then walk together with a teamlogo or banner.“Our goal is to raise $25,000 this year and we have a

generous donor (who wishes to remain anonymous) whohas agreed to match the first $4k raised. All pledge-raisersearn a prize and there are other prizes earned based onamount of pledges raised. We have three grand prizes forthetop three individual pledge raisers: A flat screen HDTV,Ipod Touch, and lunch and movie for two. The top teamwins lunch for a maximum of ten at Ron's Landmark inNetcong. Team members are eligible for individual prizes

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On Saturday, September 10th, the Hackettstown Community Band, under the direction of

Andrew Lawrence, performed a concert at Belvidere's 24th Annual Victorian Days

Celebration. The Hackettstown Community Band receives partial funding from the Warren

County Cultural and Heritage Commission.

Send us your photos, press releases andupcoming events and we’ll publish

them in our next issue.Email us at [email protected]

Trinity United Methodist Church, in

Hackettstown will host a Men’sBreakfast on Saturday, September 10

at 8 a.m. in Starr Hall. Guest speaker willbe Rev. Dr. John Patrick Colatch, Directorof Religious Life, College Chaplain and

United Methodist Pastor at LafayetteCollege in Easton, Pa. Dr. Colatch will

speak about young adults and what they are

looking for in their spiritual lives. There isno charge for this breakfast, and all men areinvited to come and enjoy great food, fel-lowship, prayer and music. For more infor-mation and to reserve a seat, call the church

office at (908) 852-3020.

Trinity Church to Host FreeMen’s Breakfast




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RoNetco Supermarkets, operators of the ShopRite of Mansfield (1965 Rt57 West & Allen Road) announces

the 2011 Partners in Caring initiative, a pro-

gram to fight hunger in communities servedby ShopRite stores. A series of events at thestore is planned to raise awareness of hunger experienced by our neighbors, aswell as raising much needed funds to

replenish inventories in the local foodbanks. Shoppers are invited to participatein these hunger-fighting family events thatare fun and, most importantly, helpful to

those who are struggling to provide nutri-

tious food for their families. These pro-grams are part of ShopRite’s business phi-

losophy of being Partners in Caring for ourNeighbors’ Families, Homes and

Communities.Now through October 1

• Donations of used books, CDs and DVDsare being accepted for the ShopRite BookSale – suitable for all agesSaturday, September 24

• Ice Cream Social – 50’s Style – grab your

“poodle skirt” and join the “gang” at theShopRite of Mansfield for some old-fash-ioned fun featuring popular ice creamfloats, shakes and smoothies or be creativeand build your own ice cream sundae while

listening to those oldie by goodie tunesfrom yesteryear.

Shoprite Announces2011 Partners in Caring initiative

T

he House of Good Shepherd, in asso-

ciation with Skyland World Travel,has scheduled a 7-night vacation

cruise aboard the Celebrity Summit startingon May 20, 2012. The cruise is open to thepublic and is a great way for residents to

enjoy a vacation to lovely Bermuda whilehelping the House of the Good ShepherdContinuing Care retirement community at

the same time.For a free presentation (with light

refreshments) about this cruise on

Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m., RSVP toSkyland World Travel, 908-852-7081.

Rates vary depending on your budget,depending on the type of accommodations

ranging from interior cabins to balcony andocean view cabins. A portion of each ticket

House of the Good Shepherd to Sponsor Cruise to Bermudasold will be donated back to The House.

Celebrity Summit® is undergoing a daz-zling revitalization, being upgraded with

AquaClass® accommodations including theMediterranean-themed Blu specialty restau-rant and enjoy a unique, memorable dinnerat the cutting edge QsineSM restaurant,

with a menu and wine list housed in aniPad®.

The revitalization also includes morestaterooms, more verandas, an expanded artcollection, and completely new décor

throughout."This is a terrific way to enjoy a vacation

and donate to a great cause at the same

time," said Deborah Beards, ExecutiveDirector of The House.

Participants in the program will alsoreceive $50 of on-board credit and other

amenities, including complimentary roundtrip bus from Hackettstown to Bayonne.

For further information about the cruise,phone Skyland World Travel, 908-852-7081or email [email protected].


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Submitted by Art Charlton, WarrenCounty Public InformationDepartment

With flu season approaching, Warren

County has launched its seasonalflu/pneumonia vaccine program and set aschedule of vaccine clinics available to thepublic.

Influenza is a highly contagious viral

infection that spreads easily from person toperson through air droplets projected bysneezing or coughing. The virus can alsospread by hands contaminated with the

virus. It is a serious public health problemthat causes severe illness, hospitalizationand a high risk of complications mainlyoccurring among children younger than age2, adults aged 65 or older and people of any

Warren County AnnouncesSeasonal Flu, Pneumonia Vaccines

age with certain medical conditions orweakened immune systems.

In order to keep this illness at bay, theWarren County Public Health Nursing

Agency is offering the following flu vac-cines sites throughout Warren County.

The pneumonia vaccine is also beingoffered for anyone but especially those of greater risk; people 65 years and older, any-

one aged 2 through 64 who has a long-termhealth problem or a disease or condition thatlowers the body’s resistance and any adultaged 19 through 64 who is a smoker and has

asthma.Warren County will be offering the

flu/pneumonia vaccine at the WCPHNAoffice at 162 East Washington Ave.,Washington, N.J. on Mondays in Septemberfrom noon to 4 p.m. and on Mondays in

October from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Recipientsare asked to call the WCPHNA office at(908) 689-6000, ext. 260 or 261 to schedulean appointment.

More locations and dates will be added.Residents are advised to check the newspa-pers, TV and radio stations, or call the

PHNA flu hotline at (908) 689-6000, ext.

267 for updates.The vaccines are available at no fee for

individuals with traditional Medicare PartB. For those with all other insurance cover-

age, the cost is $15 for the seasonal flu vac-cine and $35 for the pneumonia vaccine.Vaccination Schedule:• Mondays during September from noon to4 p.m. and Mondays during October from 8

a.m. to 4 p.m. at the WCPHNA office, 162East Washington Ave., Washington.• Other clinics are scheduled as follows:• Tuesday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.,

Phillipsburg Senior Nutrition & ActivityCenter, 321 Marshall St., Phillipsburg.• Tuesday, Sept. 27, 1 to 2:30 p.m., OxfordSeniors, 11 Green St., Oxford.• Sunday, Oct. 2, 12 to 3 p.m., SecondPresbyterian Church, 65C Washington St.,

Oxford.• Tuesday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., WarrenCounty Community College, 475 Route 57West, Washington, NJ.

Updates to the clinic schedule will be post-ed on the Web at www.co.warren.nj.us/Healthdept/phn/VCpgm.html.

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By Steve Urena

T

he Domestic Abuse and Sexual AssaultCrisis Center in Warren County is look-ing for volunteers of all shapes and

sizes. Hundreds of people suffer from abuse inthe state of New Jersey and the center is a solu-tion and a safe haven. The center has beenopen since 1989 and has been aiding victimsfor many years.Its mission is to be there for victims of domes-tic and sexual assault and to guide them tor e c o v e r y .The agency also deals with any crisis related todomestic violence and sexual assault, datingviolence, stalking, and human trafficking.Susan Allen who is a member of the centerexplains its beginnings:

“The agency began as a grassroots

effort by concerned members of the com-munity who decided to volunteer theirtime to answer a crisis hotline and takevictims fleeing domestic violence intotheir homes. Today, we know this is veryunsafe and thankfully our emergencyshelter, Morningside provides a safehome-like environment where womencan make plans and goals for building alife free from abuse. “

People who want to volunteer willhave to go through extensive training sothey can be qualified to help people.Allen shares what a typical day is like forpeople who work and volunteer at theagency:

“A typical day at the agency includes

answering hotline calls to assist victimsand their support systems in times of cri-sis; providing supportive counseling toclients in the shelter as well as non-resi-

dential clients who meet with counselorseither at the agency offices or at otherlocations convenient for clients; provid-ing legal advocacy for clients involvedwith the legal system; and providing sup-port and advocacy to women transition-ing to an independent life away fromtheir batterers. “

Allen stresses that men are just asimportant as women in the volunteerprocess as it gives women who have beenabused a positive male influence and itshows them that not all men are abusers.While most people think that victims at

the center are women, men are also vic-tims too.Like any organization, Allen looks for

anyone who can contribute somethingpositive to the center. Anyone with a spe-cial talent is more than welcome to jointhe agency as a volunteer:

“We are looking for people who arewilling to donate their time and talent forthe benefit of others. Volunteers must firstcomplete our free training, which pro-vides a comprehensive overview of theissues surrounding domestic violence andsexual assault. This training helps volun-teers better understand where our clientsare coming from, so they can be moreeffective in helping us meet their needs.”

Crisis Averted: How You Can Volunteer for New Jersey’s Best Crisis Center The center provides the training which

starts this September. Future volunteersmust complete 36 hours of domestic vio-lence training and 36 hours of sexual

assault training. The center offers train-ing twice annually, once in the spring andonce in the fall and classes are held everyTuesday and Thursday from 6 pm to 9pm for 10 weeks.

“Volunteers learn about the dynamicsof domestic violence and sexual assaultthrough many different ways, says Allen,We teach them through lecture, literature,videos and activities. Upon completion,

volunteers will be certified to volunteerwith any domestic violence or sexualassault crisis center in the state. “

Volunteers have many different

responsibilities once they are trained.They can be a part of the DomesticViolence Response Team that providesservices to victims at all police stations inWarren County, or the Sexual AssaultResponse Team that responds and assistsvictims at hospitals to offer support andresources. Volunteers can also work atthe shelter by answering the hotline, gro-

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NJ Blood Services, which suppliesblood products and services to 60hospitals throughout the state, is in

need of volunteers to work blood drives. Theblood service volunteer is an integral memberof the collection team whose task is to assistdonors with registration, escorting and canteen

duties, and to watch for post donation reac-tions. Volunteers should have the ability torelate to the public, be able to perform differ-ent jobs as needed and have the willingness to

follow the rules. For additional informationcontact R. Jan Zepka at 732-616-8741 or [email protected].

Blood Drive Volunteers Needed

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The 8th Annual Senior Expo, spon-

sored by the Warren CountyRegional Chamber of Commerce, isset for October 22, 2011, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.at Warren County Vocational Technical

School, 1500 Route 57 in Washington. TheExpo showcases products and services tar-geted at the 50+ active senior and caregivermarket.

According to Chamber President and

CEO, Robert Goltz, sponsorships andexhibitor space are still available. The foursponsorship levels are: Platinum - $3,000;Gold - $2,000; Silver - $1,000; and Bronze

- $500. Sponsors receive complimentarybooth space as well as other marketingadvantages.

“This event typically draws a large vol-ume of attendees and spots are filling up

fast,” noted Goltz. “The senior care marketis growing rapidly and the expo is a great

place to put your business name and prod-

ucts in front of a targeted audience.”The expo is marketed through the socialmedia, posters, radio stations, and severalweekly and daily newspapers. This year we

have taken the Senior Expo to the next levelby adding a Facebook page to build on thissuccessful event. The page will be onemore area that seniors and their caregiverswill be able to find out about what Warren

County has to offer. Exhibitors and spon-sors will be able to provide information andresources for this growing community. OnFacebook, search for “Warren County

Seniors” and become a fan.For more information on sponsorships

and booths, contact the Warren CountyRegional Chamber of Commerce, 475Route 57 W., Washington NJ 07882 at (908)835-9200, [email protected]

or www.warrencountychamber.org.

Warren County to sponsor 8th Annual Senior Expo, Oct. 22

Send us your photos, press releases andupcoming events and we’ll publish

them in our next issue.

Email us at [email protected]




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as well,” said Cramer.He’s also come up with a unique way to

inspire the association’s Board of Trusteesand staff’s fundraising efforts for the event.“I've issued a challenge to our board of

trustees and staff: Raise $6k collectively andthey can do anything they want with my hairand then I will wear the hair style and a kiltwhile greeting our patrons on a busySaturday afternoon. The staff and board arenot eligible for the prizes so I wanted to issuean internal challenge. Top internal fundraisergets a prize as well,” said Cramer.

A part of the Howl and Hike that getseveryone’s attention is the costume contest.Those dogs that come in costume can com-

pete for the title of scariest, cutest, and mostoriginal. Those dogs that get their humancompanion to dress up as well can vie for theBest Owner/Dog Pair.

In addition to the walk and costume con-test, there are other things in store to makesure the attendees have a howling good time.Music will be provided by Eric Hayes.WDHA's Terry Carr will be the MC andWDHA's Street Scene Team will be on handwith prizes. There will be food and a varietyof activities: a Smooch-A-Pooch booth, racecowboy Ed on Hippity Hop inflatable horses,

microchip identifier clinic, Pet-I-Cure nailclipping boutique, Petcasso pet paintingwhere your dog is the artist, and a best Jack

O’Lantern contest. There will also beassorted vendors. They’re referring to the lat-ter as the Bow-Wow bazaar. It will include: jewelry, K-9 Campus dog training and day-care, Sam's Club, dog walking services, dogcollar and leash vendors. The association isstill seeking vendors.

There will also be a chance to give a pet aforever home.

“We have a new feature at Howl and Hikethis year: Adoption Alley. Noah's Ark will bethere with dogs and other groups such asMount Pleasant Animal Shelter, St. Hubert'sAnimal Welfare Center, and Father John'sAnimal House will have pets available foradoption,” shared Cramer.

The Howl and Hike offers an enjoyable

time for human and canine alike . Whenasked what was the best part of the event,Cramer replied, “The best part of Howl andHike is gathering with our community andtheir pets for an afternoon of fun familyactivities that won't break the bank. It movesus to see so many people come out to supportus. “

To register to collect pledges for the walkvisit www.noahsarknj.org and click on theHowl & Hike link for full details and todownload the brochure and pledge forms.Walkers can create their own online fundrais-ing page which can be posted to Facebook

and Twitter or emailed to friends to make iteasier to raise pledges and win prizes.

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The United Methodist Women fromTrinity United Methodist Church,Main Street, Hackettstown, will host

its Annual Craft Show on Saturday, October

15 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., in Starr Hall.Guests are invited to see what these talent-

ed crafters have made! Come and enjoysome delicious baked goods and have awonderful lunch! This is a great start to

your Christmas shopping. For more infor-mation, call (908) 852-3020.

The public is invited to join in one of

several worship services on Sunday,September 11 at Trinity United

Methodist Church, 213 Main Street,Hackettstown. The Chapel service beginsat 8:15 a.m. Church school begins at 9:15a.m. The Contemporary Worship alsobegins at 9:15 a.m. with music provided by

the Celebration Praise Band. The tradition-al service begins at 10:45 a.m. with musicprovided by the Chancel Choir. Creativeactivities and nursery care will be availablein the nursery. Trinity will host the 10th

Anniversary Remembrance of the 9/11

attacks from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., during whichtime people are invited to join for a prayerservice.

The church has scheduled the following

events:• Friday, Sept. 16 --the Prayer ShawlMinistry at 1 p.m.

• Saturday, Sept. 17--Men’s Bible Study at 7a.m., Blood Drive at 8 a.m., Saturday NightWorship at 5 p.m.

The Thrift Shop is open Tuesday through

Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. andThursday from 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. TheThrift Shop can be reached at (908) 850-3669. The church office is open Mondaythrough Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please

call the church office at (908) 852-3020

with questions concerning any program orvisit the Web at www.catchthespirit.org.

Rally Day at Trinity – Everyone Back to Church

Trinity Methodist Church to Host Annual Craft Show, Oct. 15





Wilkodontics, a procedure

developed by Doctor’s

Thomas and WilliamWilko, enables patients to be in and

out of braces within 3-8 months.

Although a full explanation is

hard to find on the Internet, a few

journals have clarified exactly what

Wilkondontics is.

This new development isn’t about

a new technology, but rather a new

approach to conventional braces that

rapidly speeds up the same results: a

surgical procedure followed by the

work of cells in the body and regular

braces. Here is how it works:

Like every other orthodontic

process, Wilkodontics begins with

an evaluation. The patient can’t have

any current diseases or infections

and they also have to keep up with

the treatment in order for the process

to work (visiting their orthodontist

every two weeks).

After the evaluation, the braces

are put on. There is then a surgerycalled a corticotomy. This procedure

may sound scary, but it’s considered

not very invasive and is usually done

in-office by an oral surgeon or peri-

odontist with a local anesthetic.

When the surgery is done on bone

cells, they essentially go into hyper-

drive to speed up the biologic

process that moves and aligns the

teeth. “It’s like the cells have Nascar

speed,” said Dr. Haze, a local ortho-

dontist and Wilkodontics enthusiast.

Because of the procedure, the teeth

are shifting safely, and with minimal

discomfort.

A procedure that could normally

take around 3 years, Wilkondontics

cuts out over 2 years in treatment,

making straight teeth possible in 6-8

months!

Straight Teeth in 6-8 Months





Chris Biamonte and Kelly Shea,

Hackettstown-area Jazzerciseowner/instructors, will offer a 50% off

special during their Fall Open House.Prize drawings will be held for current stu-

dents who bring guests during the Open

House, and those signing up can take advan-tage of the September special --

$99 for October through December, withJanuary ticket purchase or auto-pay signup and50% off the one-time joining fee.

The special is valid for new students and thosenot registered for three months or more.The Open House will run during the week of

September 19th and will take place atJazzercise of Hackettstown, Starr Hall, TrinityUnited Methodist Church, 213 Main Street.

“We like to give prospective students agreat deal so they can see what Jazzercise isall about as they implement their fitness res-

olutions,” Biamonte and Shea said. “Newstudents are always welcome to check usout, but the Open House week, with the 50%off special, makes it that much easier!”Jazzercise of Hackettstown offers 20 weekly

classes.Open House festivities include informa-

tion on the Jazzercise program, door prizes,

refreshments, and 20 one-hour classes dur-

ing the whole week. Participants shoulddress to exercise. Morning classes are heldon Monday, Wednesday, Friday, andSaturday at 8:15 am (low-impact MWFT);and Monday through Saturday at 9:30 am.

Afternoon classes take place at 4:30 pm onTuesday and Thursday. Evening classesoccur at 5:45 pm Monday throughThursday; 5 pm on Friday; and at 7 pm onMonday, Wednesday, and Thursday. There

are plenty of opportunities for students towork out, and babysitting is available for anominal fee at all classes except the MWF

8:15 am and MWTh 7 pm classes.A 60-minute Jazzercise class includes a

warm-up, high-energy aerobic routines,strength work, and a cool-down stretch seg-ment. Jazzercise combines elements of dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga,kickboxing and more to create fun and effec-

tive exercise for people of every age and fit-ness level. Other formats offered inHackettstown include Jazzercise Circuit,BodySculpt by Jazzercise, JazzerciseExpress, Jazzercise Personal Touch

(Personal Training), and Junior Jazzercise.

Jazzercise of HackttstownHosts Open House






Bouncing, giggling, rolling and

swinging upside down are all in a

day’s fun for students at The Little

Gym of Roxbury. The new gym, located on

Route 10 across from the Ledgewood Mall

helps children between the ages of 4 months

and 12 years develop their motor skills,

coordination, balance, social skills and self-

esteem through curriculum-based gymnas-

tics and movement programs.

The Little Gym of Roxbury (formerly of

Randolph, NJ) opened its doors last

December and local parents are encouraged

to bring in their kids for a free trial class.

There is a class available for any busyschedule. Classes are offered EVERY day,

even weekends! In addition, The Little Gym

reserves Saturday and Sunday afternoons

for Awesome Birthday Bashes and Parents’

Survival Nights.

Free trial classes at The Little Gym give

all children an opportunity to experience the

curriculum-based fitness program that

evolves with each stage of their cerebral and

motor-skills development. Educators atThe

Little Gym recognize that giving the oppor-

tunity to every child to exercise while using

their imaginations, instills a healthy disposi-tion from a young age. The Little Gym pro-

gram takes youngsters, of all abilities, from

4 months through to 12 years.

At The Little Gym, children gain confi-dence in a safe, non-competitive environ-

ment, with close guidance and encourage-

ment from highly trained instructors. The

tailored program helps youngsters get the

most from each stage of their individual

development. It promotes co-ordination,

balance, rhythm and flexibility, as well as

providing an opportunity to let off steam,

make new friends and, above all, have fun.

In addition to a free introductory class,

The Little Gym invites children 3 years to

12 years old to enroll and participate in a

two special clinics at the gym. On Friday,

September 30th, The Little Gym instructors

will be offering a back handspring clinic.

And then on Friday, October 14th they will

offer a clinic focusing on cartwheels. These

clinics are open to the public and do not

require membership. For more information

call The Little Gym of Roxbury (973)537-

0990. Your child will be flipping in no time!

“Our philosophy is to introduce kids to

the world of fitness in a caring and non-

competitive way,” said Mary Burke,

Director. “Our students progress at their

Experience The Little GymFor Free!






own pace. Rather than be the best, weencourage them to try their best. Our goal isto help as many children as possible to

thrive.”The Little Gym is the premier developer

of motor skills in children worldwide. The

company was founded in 1976 by Robin

Wes, an innovative educator with a genuine

love for children. The Little Gym

International, Inc., headquartered inScottsdale, Ariz., was formed in 1992 to

franchise The Little Gym concept. Today,

The Little Gym International has more than

200 U.S. locations and an additional 43

throughout the world, is considered the pre-

mier developer of motor skills in children.

For more information, visit The Little Gym

at www.thelittlegym.com.

Little Gym...continued from page 12

About Jazzercise

Judi Sheppard Missett, who turned herlove of jazz dance into a worldwide dance

exercise phenomenon, founded theJazzercise dance fitness program in 1969.She has advanced the business opportunities

of women and men in the fitness industry bygrowing her program into an internationalfranchise business that today hosts a net-work of more than 7,800 instructors teach-ing more than 32,000 classes weekly in 32

countries.

The workout program has positivelyaffected millions of people worldwide.Benefits include increased cardiovascularendurance, strength, and flexibility, as well

as an overall "feel good" factor. For moreinformation on Jazzercise of Hackettstown,contact Chris Biamonte (for weekday morn-ing and afternoon classes) at 908-296-5450or Kelly Shea (for evening and Saturdayclasses) at 908-850-5648. For worldwide

class information, go towww.jazzercise.com or call (800) FIT-IS-IT.

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Jazzercise...

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T

he First Presbyterian Church of Hackettstown will hold a roast beef dinneron Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 4 to 7

p.m. Seating and serving is on a first come, firstserve basis. The family style dinner will includeroast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, coleslaw,green beans, bread and butter, beverages anddessert.

The dinner will be held at the Chapelbuilding at 291 Main Street (Rt. 46 West)opposite the First Presbyterian Church.Parking is available on Main Street or in theparking lot behind the church entered fromWashington Street. There is a walkway

alongside the Church to Main Street.Tickets cost $12 for adults and $8 for chil-

dren aged 12 and under. Advance purchase

of tickets is recommended, as only a limitednumber of tickets will be available at thedoor. Take-out dinners will be available withtickets purchased in advance.

To purchase tickets or for further informa-tion, please contact Vicky (908-813-3418) orBarbara (908-852-3025) or the church office(908-852-4011) from 9 a.m. until noon. Allproceeds will benefit the church’s CapitalCampaign Fund to support church restora-tion and capital improvements.

First Presbyterian Church toHold Roast Beef Dinner

cery shopping, gardening, helping chil-dren with homework,. Volunteers canalso serve on fundraising committees andas board members.

The center will continue to help thelives of many and hope that more peoplewill volunteer. You can call the center at908-453-4121 and get a volunteer appli-cation and to schedule an interview. Allenloves her work at the center and shareswhat the center means to her:

“In our society, there are many people

who are in situations where they arebeing abused and I want to help my com-munity by spreading the knowledge I

have to people that don’t know about thisproblem and to educate victims that thereis help and the abuse does not have tocontinue. Victims have a voice, they justneed to learn how to use it and for theones who have learned, it brings a senseof joy and warmth to me that I was ableto make a difference in someone’s lifeand the appreciation you get in return isindescribable. “

Allen hopes that volunteers who jointhe center can share the same satisfactionof helping the community as she does.People who want to volunteer can go towww.besafewc.org for more information.

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Radon is a naturally occurringradioactive gas that comes fromthe decay of uranium found in mostsoils. Radon can enter the home bymoving up through the ground andinto the air above before moving intoa home in a variety of ways, includingthrough cracks in solid floors, throughconstruction joints, and throughcracks in walls. Gaps in suspendedfloors and around service pipes areadditional entry points for radon. Once

radon enters a home, it then becomestrapped inside, where buildup canoccur. Radon buildup can potentiallybe very harmful or even fatal. Aradioactive gas, radon is amongthe leading causes of lung cancerin the United States. In fact, onlysmoking causes more lung cancerdeaths than radon, which can enter ahome whether that home is new, old,well-sealed, or drafty. Homeownersconcerned about radon, which isinvisible and odorless, should have

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Things to consider

when budgetingyour homeimprovement project

Before beginning a home improvementproject, homeowners should construct abudget to ensure the project is a success.

Home improvement projects havebecome de rigueur for todayʼshomeowners. Be it a kitchen remodelor the ever popular man cave project,home improvement projects remain a

goal for many homeowners.As enticing as a home improvementproject might be, no project can besuccessful until a budget has beenestablished. The right budget will keephomeowners from going deep into debtwhen improving their homes, ensuringthat, upon the projectʼs completion,they can fully enjoy their revampedcastles without the specter ofsignificant debt hanging ominouslyover their heads.

Before beginning a home improvementproject, homeowners can take thefollowing things into consideration.

• Personal finances: It sounds simple,but homeowners must examine theirfinances before starting a homeimprovement project. Just because abank will loan out money for a projectdoesnʼt mean the project is affordable.Homeowners should compare theirmonthly expenses with their incomes,and then determine whatʼs left thatmight be able to go toward a project.

Monthly expenses include everythingfrom groceries to mortgage payments.When the comparison betweenmonthly expenses and monthly incomehas been made, homeowners can geta grasp of just what they can andcannot afford.

• Credit score: Many homeownersfinance home improvement projectswith loans from the bank. Particularly inthe current economy when banks arebeing forced to tighten lending

requirements, securing such loans isnʼteasy. Homeowners with significantcredit card debt should eliminate suchdebt before beginning a project. Doingso serves multiple purposes. First and

foremost, eliminating outstanding debtwill free up more money to allocatetoward the project. Eliminating debt willalso make loan applicants moreattractive to prospective creditors,increasing their chances of securing aloan and a lower interest rate.

• The projectʼs priority: Budgeting ahome improvement project alsoinvolves being honest as to just hownecessary the project is. For example,a man cave might be a dream project,but should it be a priority over other

things around the house? If wear andtear is taking its toll on the roof, forinstance, the money going toward theman cave should probably be allocatedto replacing the roof instead. If aproject is low on the priority list buthigh on the want list, re-examine thoseprojects higher up on the priority list todetermine if they are more deserving ofimmediate attention and funds thanvanity projects.

• Overrun costs: Not every homeimprovement project will come in at or

under budget. Many, in fact, go overbudget due to a host of factors.Homeowners should not be caught offguard when a project goes overbudget. Instead, plan for the project togo over budget and expect suchfrustration. Allocate extra money in theoriginal budget for overrun costs. Thiswill reduce stress and frustration, and ifthe project comes in under budget,then thereʼs extra money when theproject is completed.

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On your sideUNDERSTANDINGDIFFERENTSIDING OPTIONS

Seemingly from the moment a home ispurchased, its new owners startenvisioning ways to transform their newpad into their dream home. Once theyturn their key for the first time,homeowners enter an empty home andsee a blank slate on which they canimprove.

But even before homeowners entertheir new home, chances are thehomeʼs exterior has inspired a few

improvement ideas as well. One of themore common home improvements ischanging a homeʼs exterior siding.Many new homeowners want to changetheir homeʼs appearance with siding butmight not be sure which option is thebest fit for them. The following guide tosiding options might help make thisdecision that much easier forhomeowners still on the fence.

• Vinyl: Vinyl siding is a popular choiceamong homeowners who donʼt want tobreak the bank to change their homeʼs

exterior look. Vinyl siding is one of themore affordable siding options, andmany homeowners are attracted to itsdurability and reputation as a very low-maintenance siding option. Seamlessvinyl attracts homeowners because ofits aesthetic appeal. In general, vinylsiding is wind-resistant and unlikely torot, scratch or blister, and vinyl sidingdoes not attract insects nor is itsusceptible to mold or mildew. However,some vinyl siding cannot withstand

extremely cold weather.

• Solid wood: Wood siding can last for

decades and many homeowners loveits old-fashioned appeal. However,homeowners who donʼt want the hassleof worrying about their homeʼs exteriormight be better suited to other options,as wood siding can be difficult tomaintain. Because wood will expand orcontract depending on the season,wood siding is prone to cracking orsplitting, and especially humid climatesmight foster mildew in wood siding.Wood siding typically requires restainingor repainting every few years, and suchmaintenance is necessary throughoutthe sidingʼs lifespan. Proper and routinemaintenance of wood siding can alsohelp reduce the risk of termites or mold.

• Aluminum: Durable and affordable,aluminum siding is easier to maintainthan wood, though many homeownersstill choose wood over aluminum on thebasis of aesthetic appeal. Manyhomeowners often come down todeciding between aluminum and vinylsiding, and environmental concerns

might come into play when making thatdecision. Aluminum siding is consideredby many to be the more eco-friendlyoption, as some feel vinyl siding is badfor the environment and might evennegatively affect human health.Aluminum siding is generally wind-resistant and homeowners enjoy itsstatus as a relatively low maintenancesiding option.

• Stucco: Many homeowners preferstucco siding because of its uniquemakeup that allows them to choose adesign and color uniquely their own. Amanufactured product made up ofcement, lime, sand, and water, stucco iseasy to maintain and can last a verylong time. Stucco installation, however,is an intricate process and homeownerscan expect to pay more for stuccoʼsinstallation than they would with otheroptions, even though the installation canbe finished very quickly, particularlywhen compared to wood siding.

Stucco remains a popular siding optionamong homeowners who want tochange their home’s aesthetic appeal.





Many homeowners want to introducepattern to their rooms but donʼt knowwhere to start. They may wonder if twopatterns match or how to determinescale. It may take a little practice, but

using pattern is easier than one maythink.

Nothing adds visual interest to a roommore than pattern and color. Whilehomeowners may have the knack withcolor, they may shy away from pattern.Individuals can trust their instincts —theyʼre usually right. For those who havemastered pattern with their wardrobes,

itʼs time to try out some pattern in homedesign.

Varying pattern size adds dimension to aroom. Not every pattern should be thesame size and variety, otherwise things

can look too matched and staged. Tryvarying patterns of similar colors butexperiment with size. For example, placea largely patterned area rug on the floor.An ottoman may feature a medium-sizedpattern. Mix things up by alternatingthrow pillows in a floral or paisley printwith subtle stripes. However, make surethe texture of the fabrics match. Gauzy

curtains with heavy chenille pillows mayclash.

When selecting patterned items, choosesimilarly colored items. This way even ifthe fabrics or patterns arenʼt exactly thesame, theyʼll look cohesive throughcolor. For a room to feel a bit moreupbeat, consider complimentaryopposite colors. If you prefer a morerestful atmosphere, try a palette of colorsfrom the same family. Just vary theintensity of the shades.

Homeowners who have gained somepattern confidence may want to strikeout on their own to create a room that isunique. Those who still need a little helpmay want to consider taking the path ofdesigners before them. There are certainpatterns and fabrics that have alreadybeen established as working together forcertain design styles. Here are a few.

• American Southwest: Navajo patternsare at the forefront of this design styleand can be used on upholstery orpillows. Use a smaller-scale stripe onwindow treatments. Solid-shaded throwpillows in a complementary color to the

Navajo pattern will coordinate well.

• English country: This style is about

large-scale chintz on sofa and draperies.

Mix in narrow striped, slip-covered

lounge chairs for a little extra panache.• American country: A small floral print

on the sofa or comforter can be offset

with a large country quilt pattern hung on

the wall as a wall treatment.

Checkerboard checks, medium stripes

on draperies or select crocheted

valences coordinate well.

• 18th century: Lavish patterned fabrics

in chintz or paisley featuring golds and

robinʼs egg blue are just some of the

options for classic decorating.

• Modern: Mix stripes and geometricpatterned items in splashes of color to

add a modern feel to a room.

Individuals can experiment with patterns

to make a room more personalized and

less of a neutral blank page. If it proves

difficult to come up with patterns that

work together, look at design magazines

or books for some inspiration.

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Use a magazine picture as inspiration for your room, then select similarly shaped and

scaled furnishings that mimic the look for less money.

Interior designers have a knack forpulling together furniture andaccessories to create rooms withwidespread appeal. But not everyhomeowner has the resources to hire aprofessional to help turn their interiorfrom drab to fab. Fortunately, it doesnʼtalways take a pro to transform a homeʼs

interior.The key to creating a beautiful room isplanning. Designers do it and so shouldyou. Measure the dimensions of theroom and create a sketch of the areausing graph paper or computer software.Be sure to plot any windows or doors onthe drawing so that you will be aware ofobstacles.

Homeowners unsure of what they wantshould browse through magazines orpictures on the Web for inspiration.Search for key phrases that describe

your design style, such as Tuscan,farmhouse, country, colonial, etc. Thenread up on the components of thesestyles that define it. This will help youselect items that fit with the style.

Once a particular style has been chosen,

create a design board just like theprofessionals. Cut out swatches offabric, select paint swatches, findmagazine pictures that fit with your goaland arrange them on a piece of posterboard. See how the items work together.If you are unsure of colors, see whichshades were used in the inspiring picture

and determine if it will coordinate withyour home.

When designing, identify or create afocal point in the room and build off ofthat. This may be a large window,fireplace, or even the entertainmentcenter if itʼs a family room. Placefurniture around the focal point and thenmove outward.

Itʼs also important to keep scale in mind.Large walls or tall ceilings will createplenty of wall space. A small print or wallhanging will be lost in such an area. Be

sure to choose furnishings andaccessories that fit with the scale of theroom. In other words, a huge sectionalmay overpower a small living room.

When choosing colors, make sure theyare cohesive. Research the color wheel

that artists use to help with designing theroom. Some colors are complementaryor opposites and still work together.Homeowners nervous about colorshould choose a color from fabric orfurniture and use a few different shadesof the same color in the room. Select anaccent color that can be used on trim or

as a spot of color on a pillow oraccessory.

When plotting wall hangings or otherdecor, odd numbers often look morepleasing to the eye. Experiment withdifferent sizes of framed artwork ordifferent shaped accessories for visualappeal. For example, a few rectangularshaped items with a circular clock and aconical flower vase can mix it up in theroom. This is where looking at magazinelayouts can be extremely helpful.

Many stores sell items that mimic the

look of higher-priced items. Whencopying a designer room, select piecesthat are similar, but not necessarily thesame brands. Consider shopping atsecond-hand stores or antique shops fordiscounted pieces. With a little new

fabric or stain, many items can look like

new again. Shopping online also may

enable shoppers to find items more

readily and see how they look in staged

rooms.

When designing, it never hurts to think

outside of the box. Items that were

intended for outside may work wellinside as well. Hanging lanterns or plant

stands could be put to use in a rustic

room. Save some money by making

some items yourself. For instance, if you

cannot find a particular throw pillow or

drapery that fits with your style, go to a

fabric store and purchase fabric to make

your own.

Decorating doesnʼt have to cost a

fortune or look like you pieced odd items

together. By following the guidelines of a

designer room and selecting lower-

priced items that mimic the shape and

scale of similar accessories, itʼs possible

for any homeowner to create a room for

less.

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EASYAND ECONOMICALSOLUTIONS FORTHOSE POSTPONEDREMODELING PLANSby Gale Steves

If you cannot wait any longer tomake some much needed

changes in your home, you arenot alone. Americans are onceagain getting ready to begin thehome improvement process.This pent-up energy oftenbegins in the kitchen, a roomthat gets a lot of wear and tearbut also seems to go out offashion more quickly thesedays.

This time around, you will bemore cautious like manyconsumers are with their

choices and costs … and yetyou want to make observablechanges.

The most obvious change isinstalling a new countertop.Remember that countertopsrepresent 30 percent of thecolor in any kitchen. Create newexcitement by simply replacingyour tired, scratched or stainedcounter surface with one made

from the latest generation ofpremium laminate.

The latest additions to thepopular Wilsonart®HD® HighDefinition® design series reflectnew interest in natural, classicand tumbled marble, limestoneand travertine.

The good news is thisfashionable look is availablewithout the high cost of stone orthe constant maintenance thosestones require.

These lighter, less patterned

laminate designs are perfect fortodayʼs hectic lifestyle. In fact,the new cost-efficientcountertop can be installedwithin a few hours and withoutdisrupting family life. They alsogive an existing kitchen thepromise of a whole new lookthatʼs universally appealing.That equals a big change forsmall change.

All of these new designs areavailable in a new surface effect

of a lower matte-gloss sheenthat seems almost glazed. The“Glaze” texture is actually alayering of matte features overa glaze of semi-gloss. Thiscreates a timeworn result that isless reflective and morerestrained. Itʼs a perfectbalance for the sophisticateddramatic materials that are partof todayʼs kitchen: stainlesssteel, chrome, copper, and evenglass.

Wilsonart patterns benefit fromAEON Enhanced Performancetechnology, which brings fourtimes the scuff and scratch-resistance of conventionallaminate, as well as five timesthe wear resistance to thesurface. Unlike granite, thesurfaces of these new laminatesare non-porous and never needto be sealed.

Here are some other remodelingideas that will have high impactwithout high expense:

• Replace your old refrigerator withan energy-efficient model. Look inthe big box stores for floor modelsor even those with a little dent onthe side, which will never be seen.

• Refresh your cabinets with a coatof paint, and change all thecabinet hardware in the process.This makes everything look new.

• Swap out your old ceiling lightfixture and install under cabinetlighting as well. A little light canmake a dramatic difference.

• Change your sink or sinks.Consider a new sink when adding

a laminate countertop. Thesesinks were designed to bemounted to a laminate surface.

Still puzzled by the process or needmore help choosing the right color orpattern for your countertop? Visitwww.WilsonartHD.com for many goodanswers.

Gale Steves is a frequent contributor to

home design publications.





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Each of the five plans — TheTownhouse, The Stratford, TheColonial, The Islander and TheTranquility — have their owninformational page that includes freedownloadable plans and a completematerials list. Additional deck plans willbe added to the site in the comingmonths.

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THE HIDDENCOST OF

CONVENIENCEWith so many different devicesdeemed necessary these days,people often are unaware of theamount of energy used and thecosts associated with keepingthese devices running. While therehas been a lot of discussion on“vampire” devices, electronics thatcontinue to consumer power even

when in the stand-by position, itseems that many other everydayhidden costs are overlooked.

Take a refrigerator that was purchasedten or more years ago. It may still berunning today just as strong, and appearthat is does not need replacing. But didyou know that the refrigerator technologyhas improved energy efficiency featuresand offer better performing motors tohelp save electricity? According to theCalifornia Energy Commission(www.consumerenergycenter.org), olderrefrigerators could be costing you up to

$280 a year in electricity. A newer, more

efficient model could pay for itself in a

year or two.

Similarly, if you have an older television

with the classic cathode-ray tube in it,

even if just as a secondary TV in the

bedroom, it still may be consuming more

energy than you think. A study done by

Cornell University found that a similar

size LCD monitor compared to a CRT

monitor used nearly 69 percent less

energy (25 watts (LCD) vs. 80 watts

(CRT)), including 40 percent less when in

stand-by mode. With the energy

difference in mind, it might be the last

evidence you need to justify buying a new

TV for the bedroom.

A more everyday example that might notbe considered as often is batteries.Batteries power all of our portabledevices, and without them, we arepowerless to use them — quite literally.Standard alkaline batteries may last along time, but we constantly need asupply of them on hand and they can beexpensive. When you stop to add up howmany AA or AAA batteries a standardhome uses (all those remote controls,wireless keyboards, mice and gamecontrollers, not to mention the loud toysfor the little ones), the hidden cost ofreplacement batteries can surprise you.Luckily, thereʼs a solution thatʼs moreefficient and costs less over time.Rechargeable battery technology hasimproved in the last five years that gets rid

of many of the questions of usingrechargeables.

One example of these batteries is theʻeneloop,ʼ a pre-charged rechargeablebattery that you can use out of thepackage and recharge up to 1,500 times,made by SANYO. It also keeps its charge,up to 85 percent after two years of non-use. Because the eneloop is ready to useand has low self-discharge (meaning thatit holds its charge for a long period oftime), they are more appealing and morecost-effective than ever before. If they areable to meet the demands of our remotes

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us back is either not acknowledging the

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the new technology that could save us

money in the long run and lower the total

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The Community Children’s Museum isbuilding upon last year’s very successfulHalloween Spooktacular in style. This

year, the multi-generational family event will be

held at Morris County Vocational School inDenville, NJ on October 22, 2011 from12:30pm-4:30pm to accommodate the expandedline-up of activities and performers. This funevent will help raise funds for the museum’s chil-

dren’s programs and to keep admission costsaffordable for all.

The general public is invited to enter theircake creations into the Halloween CakeDecorating Contest. Judges from area bak-

eries, including The Artist Baker(Morristown), Becker Bros. Bakeshop

(Randolph), and Sweet Lucy’s Bakery(Morristown) will be making the tough deci-sions about which cakes are the most creative

in their categories to win great prizes. All of the entered cakes will be on display for thepublic to see and vote on during the Fun Fest.Everyone can try their hand at decoratingcupcakes donated by Becker Bros. Bakeshop

with their own Halloween designs and theneat them.

During the 4 hour HalloweenSpooktacular Fun Fest Children’s Singer BigJeff will entertain with his engaging and

hilarious Halloween songs and Tweedles the

Clown will make funky balloon sculpturesand paint children’s faces with their requests.There will be pumpkin painting, a pumpkincarving demonstration and a cooking demon-stration of yummy seasonal delights by Chef

Melody from Kids Green Kitchen. Kids andadults alike will love the cool Halloweengames and many arts & crafts projects to takehome. People can also wear their favoriteHalloween costumes to be reviewed by local

artists and teachers who will hand out prizesfor the most creative and spooktacular cos-tumes at the event. All can join in the mon-ster mash dance and if you’re feeling brave,sit in on the slightly scary story time. Bring

your cameras to take pictures of your little

ghouls and ghosts in the Halloween-themedphoto display area.Vendors and crafters are invited to set up

a table to promote their business and selltheir products to increase their visibility inthe community for a small fee. In addition,many sponsorship levels are available and allbusinesses are encouraged to join our lead

sponsors: the Star Ledger and MJ MediaLLC, NJKids of this not-to-be-missed event.

The fun will take place on October 22,2011 from 12:30pm-4:30pm at the MorrisCounty Vocational School. All inclusive

admission is $10 per person for non museum

Halloween Thrills at 2nd Annual Spooktacular Fun Fest October 22!members, $8 per person for members andseniors. Children 2 and under are free. Entry

into the Cake Decorating Contest is $10 percake and includes two free tickets to the

event. Visit www.communitychildrens muse-um.org for more details and Cake DecoratingContest entry forms.

The Community Children’s Museum is anon-profit organization where childrenexplore and learn through hands-on fun inart, science and world cultures. The

Museum’s regular hours are Thursday

through Saturday from 10am to 5pm.Admission is $5 for children ages 6 months

and older, $5 for adults and $4 for seniors.Funding for the museum has been made pos-

sible in part by the Arts Council of the MorrisArea through the New Jersey State Councilon the Arts/Department of State, a Partner

Agency of the National Endowment forthe Arts. For more information call (973)366-9060 or visit www.community chil-drensmuseum.org.

Presbyterian Church of Morris Plainswill host Family Fun Day onSaturday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to

2 p.m. The event offers a day of fun for fam-ilies of young children and features a pet-ting zoo, pony rides, a pumpkin patch,

games, crafts, food and so much more.

Families are invited to come out and enjoythe day and share friendship with neighbors.

This free outreach event will be held rainor shine and is provided by the PresbyterianChurch of Morris Plains, located at 400Speedwell Ave, Morris Plains, N.J. For

more information, call 973-229-4145.

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Dr. Sarah Logan for MT Olive Vet. Hospital

By Cheryl Conway

At Mt. Olive Veterinary Hospital in Budd Lake, Dr. Sarah Logan

pays attention to not only her patients but also the concerns of their

families.

Logan - veterinarian and owner of the hospital, cares for more

than 3,000 dogs and cats throughout Mt. Olive as well as surround-

ing areas. She moved into her new 4,000 sq. ft. building on Route

46 west in March 2010, after being located in a much smaller build-

ing across the street for almost a decade.

She decided that a larger space was needed in order to expand

her practice and see more patients.

“It was time to move; it was time to expand to see more clients

and have more room to work in,” says Logan of Hopatcong. “We

were outgrowing our space.”

Dogs and cats of all sizes and breeds are provided with various

services at Mt. Olive Veterinary Hospital including medicine, sur-

gery, dentistry, wellness, x-ray, ultrasound and pain management,

Logan’s specialty.

Logan, 45, bites off more than the care of her patients by digging

deep into the concerns of their families.

“What we do best is I think we do a really, really good job of

taking care of our owners of our patients,” says Logan. “We’re call-

ing them the next day… three days later to see how their therapy is

doing. We spend a lot of time following up with the people.”

With one of her patients very ill, Logan says she has spent a lot

of time talking with specialists and the pet owner.

“I’ve been literally calling this lady everyday for the past ten

days,” says Logan. “Not just me but my staff too. That’s what we

do. We will go above and beyond to do the best job for them….their

family and their pets.”

Besides follow-up calls, Logan spends a lot of time talking to petowners about their options for care.

“Families are involved,” she says. “We talk about things. I spend

all day talking to people trying to figure out what to do with their

pet, how to get their dog fixed. Doing the right thing doesn’t always

mean doing everything out there.” Logan reviews options with fam-

ilies to determine “what can you afford; does it make sense to do

that? What makes sense to the animal, to the person?”

While she was always interested in science, Logan admits that

her desire to become a veterinarian happened later in her life. With

a bachelor’s degree from Brown University in Rhode Island, Logan

worked as an investment banker at Chase Manhattan Bank on Wall

Street for two years, before moving to Philadelphia to take science

classes.

“I was not a lifer,” says Logan. “I was not one of those people

that at age three wanted to be a veterinarian. My entire life I’ve

always been interested in science and medicine but I never wanted

to take care of people, never wanted to work on people.”

Aware of her interest, her parents suggested that she consider

being a veterinarian.

“I thought it was a great idea,” she admits. “I like medicine, I

like science, I like animals.”

Logan graduated in 1996 with her doctorate degree in veterinary

medicine from the University of Pennsylvania. She worked in the

emergency room of the Veterinary Hospital of the University of

Pennsylvania for five years, and 17 years overall in her career in

emergency room services.

Pleased with her career choice, Logan says she enjoy “the prob-

lem solving aspect of it. I love surgery. I like the human interaction

that happens. I like interacting with people. That’s fabulous. ”

Logan does perform surgeries at the veterinarian hospital and

provides heated cages for her surgical patients. Most surgeries do

require an overnight stay, in which Logan provides pain medication.

For animals that “are that sick, you don’t want to be in my hospital,”says Logan. “You want to be in an emergency clinic 24/7.”

When she is not providing medical care to animals, Logan –

Mt. Olive Veterinary Hospital:

Caring For Pets and Their People

wife, mother of three, and owner of two dogs, two cats and two rab-

bits - is a trustee for the Noah's Ark Animal Shelter in Ledgewood,

and does a lot of charity work for them.

Logan, along with two other part-time veterinarians, sees

patients Mondays through Saturdays by appointment only. Hours

are Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday and

Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; andSaturday, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For more information or to make an

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Everything about antiques – sales,repairs, appraisals and more – is fea-tured at the Warren County Antiques

Fair & Festival.The 6th annual event, which expanded to

a full weekend last year and continues togrow, will be held Saturday and Sunday,September 24-25, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 4

p.m. both days at the Warren CountyFairgrounds, Route 519, HarmonyTownship, New Jersey.

Renowned antiques authority HarryRinker from the nationally syndicated radioshow “Whatcha Got?” returns after a popu-lar visit last year to once again offer free

appraisals throughout the two-day festival.Joining the show this year is Fawn

Macnab, who has more than 25 years of experience in the furniture conservationbusiness. Macnab specializes in chair can-

ing, rushing, rattan binding and seat weav-ing. She will be demonstrating seat weav-

Warren County Antiques Fair & Festival Brings Back Old Vibes, Sept. 24-25

ing and furniture restoration.Macnab joins the show’s roster of

antiques conservators and repair craftsmen,which includes Michael Hartnett of the

Broken Things Fixed restoration studio inStanhope, NJ, and John Simone of the OldTime Watch & Clock Shop in Phillipsburg,NJ. Hartnett will receive broken or dam-aged ceramic items for repair and discuss

the care and conservation of antiques andcollectibles, while Simone will accept bro-ken timepieces for repair, and display vin-tage clocks and watches as he meets withattendees to discuss the finer points of col-

lecting.The Warren County Antiques Fair &

Festival also features displays, presenta-tions and lectures. Historic tool authority

Bob Garay will display his legendary col-lection and lecture on early period NewJersey tools. Anthropologist Ivan Raupp,who is dedicated to preserving the ancientart of blacksmithing, will demonstrate using

his open fire Buffalo forge.Members of the Blue Mountain Antique

Gas & Steam Engine Association will pro-vide an extensive display of early 20thCentury engines and farm equipment.

In addition to the many individual deal-

ers, the show features groups of dealersfrom several antiques co-ops, includingSleepy Hollow Antiques Center of MountBethel, Pa., and The Bakery Antiques

Company, an antiques mall in Benton, Pa.The rain-or-shine show is unique in that

it is virtually “rain-proof,” with all dealersmoving into the fairgrounds’ expansivebuildings and pavilions if the weather

demands it.The fair is featuring musical entertain-

ment by a 1920 Violanta Dutch StreetOrgan, a fanciful instrument making festivemusic on mechanically-played reed, string

and percussion instruments. The Violanta issponsored by Water Street Antiques &

Bohemian Dreams Antique Emporium, bothlocated in Belvidere.

Admission is $8 for individuals aged 13and up (children aged 12 and under areadmitted free) and a $1 off coupon is avail-able on the show’s Web site. More informa-tion is available at

www.warrencountyantiqueshow.com andon FaceBook, via e-mail [email protected] or bycalling 908-343-5873. Dealers who wouldlike to participate can download applica-

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October is Breast Cancer AwarenessMonth, and Alfonso’s Salon is offering

hair extensions in two different shades of pink, to raise money for breast cancer researchand hopefully an eventual cure. The extensionsare $12. each, and all profits and donations fromthis fundraiser will go to theSusan G. Komen Foundation -Passionately PinkFor The Cure.

"We always do something in October forBreast Cancer Awareness", says AlfonsoMerola owner/stylist of Alfonso's Salon atSutton Plaza in Flanders. You hear of somany people that have been affected eitherdirectly, or indirectly, when it happens to afamily member, or relative, neighbor, or co-

worker. It's important for everyone to be dili-gently aware of it, and to do what we can tobring the cancer rate down. Presently the bestdefense against breast cancer is prescreeningto stop it before it happens."

The salon will start the fundraiser the lastweek of September and continue to the endof October. In 2010 the salon was able toraise $5,000.00. This year with everyone'shelp they hope to exceed that amount,appointments are suggested, but notrequired. The process only takes a couple of minutes, the extensions are compressed intothe hair, and can be taken out at any time.

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For clients that don’t want an extension,but want to donate to the cause, donations arebeing collected in a jar up front at the salonlocated at 293 Route 206, Sutton Plaza,Flanders, and at Valentino's Pizza next door.

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The dog days of summer may be

dwindling, but a furry fall festival is

riding in on their tail. Dog lovers -Mark your calendar for September 24th and join Eleventh Hour Rescue (EHR) for their

7th annual Puptoberfest.Puptoberfest’s goal is celebrating pets

and their people. Puptoberfest is a family-friendly event with activities for adults andchildren, with two legs or four.

Join the crew from WDHA and WMTRand over 3000 other dog lovers for an eventfilled day featuring: keepsake pet photos,games, contests, paw painting, canine goodcitizen testing, food, entertainment, and the

infamous canine fashion show. And if youwould like to add to your family, rescueddogs will be available for adoption through-out the day.

Rain or shine, the event takes place at the

Craigmeur picnic grounds at 1175 Green

Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ on Saturday,

September 24th. The gate opens at 11:00 amand activities continue until 5:00 pm. Theentrance fee is $5.00 for individuals and$10.00 per family. This fee is waived for

previous Eleventh Hour adopters.All proceeds from the event benefit

Eleventh Hour Rescue, a volunteer-based501c3 non-profit organization. EleventhHour Rescue has rescued over 3,500 dogs

since 2004 and continues to save dogs fromeuthanasia throughout the US. EHR pro-vides food, shelter, medical care and lovingattention for every dog in their care until

they find a permanent home.For additional information about EHR

and Puptoberfest see www.ehrdogs.org orcall 973.664.0865.

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football, besides watchingthe game of course, is tail-

gating with delicious foodand tasty drinks. So beforesettling in to watch yourfavorite team toss the

pigskin, roll out some good-ies that will score extrapoints with friends and fam-ily.

These entertaining ideas

from Wilton will ensure youdon’t cause a delay of gameby rushing and fumblingaround your tailgate.Whether hosting fans at

home or celebrating at thestadium, start by drafting a

roster of easy-to-preparesnacks like chips and salsaor veggies with dip. Justmake sure to have a yummyvariety to hold ravenous

receivers over until half-time.

Now for the tailgateMVP: mini pulled porksandwiches. This tiny take

on a familiar favorite makesfor perfect handoffs to yourhungry crowd. Here’s thegame plan:

• Homemade pulled pork

is easy. Just marinate porkshoulder in a spicy-sweetmustard mixture, then cookslowly until fork-tender.

• While the pork cooks

make homemade buns. The

Wilton Whoopie Pie Panmakes perfect petite bunsfor the pork. Kick off theprocess with frozen breaddough rolls and accent with

a sprinkling of sesame seedsbefore baking. Assemble thesandwiches, or set out thefixings and fans can helpthemselves. Top off with

pickles and pennant-shapedpicks.

• Run out the game clockwith Chocolate KickerCereal Treats, a surefire

way to bring your team tothe end zone.

For the football-shapedChocolate Kicker CerealTreats recipe and other tail-

gating ideas, visit

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Mini Pulled Pork

Sandwiches

For Pork:1 onion, chopped6 cloves garlic, peeled1 jalapeño pepper, seededand chopped

3/4 cup apple cider vinegar1/2 cup ketchup1/3 cup molasses1/4 cup Dijon mustard2 teaspoons Worcestershire

sauce2 teaspoons chili powder2 teaspoons paprika1 tablespoon salt4 pounds pork shoulder

roast, trimmed of excess fat1 quart water

In bowl of food proces-sor, combine all ingredientsexcept pork and water;

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overnight.In large pot, mix pork,

marinade and water. Bringto simmer over low heat.

Cook covered 2-1/2 to 3hours or until pork pulls

apart easily with a fork,turning meat every half hour. Remove pork frompot; shred. Meanwhile, overhigh heat, reduce sauce by

2/3 or until slightly thick-ened. Pour over shredded

pork and toss to coat.For Rolls:

12 frozen bread dough rolls,

thawed according to pack-age directions1 egg, lightly beaten

with 1 tablespoon water2 tablespoons sesame seeds

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sit in a warm area 30 min-utes or until doubled in size.

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1/2 to 1 cup broken tortilla chips (your choice of color)1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

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by Elsie Walker

The contestants wonder who will get a crown. Earlierin the day, they were interviewed by the judges.Now the talent, swimsuit, evening gown, and on-

stage question competitions have narrowed it down, but

everyone holds their breath as they wait to hear who willbecome Miss Gateway, Miss Tri-County, and MissNorthern Lakes.

The thrill and entertainment of a Miss America pageantwill be coming to the area on October 1st when the MissGateway 2012, Miss Tri-Country 2012, and Miss Northern

Lakes 2012 pageants (preliminaries to the Miss New Jerseyand Miss America pageants) are held at the StanhopeUnited Methodist Church, #2 Route 183 in Netcong. Doorsopen at 5:30pm, with admission paid at the door. The eventstarts at 6pm with a production number, “North Jersey

Triple’s Glee Project”, featuring songs from the popular TVshow.

12 -14 young women will be competing for the threecrowns. Those women include local resident Devon

Caposello of Lake Hopatcong. It will be Caposello’s firsttime competing in the Miss America system.

“Piano, vocal, dance ….ballet on pointe, lyrical, jazz…guitar, and singing,” are what Terry Karns said thatthe audience can expect to see during the talent portion of

the competition. Karns, of Stanhope, has been involvedwith the Miss America organization for 25 years and isExecutive Director of the Miss Gateway pageant. SharonRosequist of Netcong is Executive Director of the Miss Tri-County pageant, and Jeanne Viscito, Berkeley Heights, is

the Executive Director of the Miss Northern Lakes pag-

Last year's contestants gather on stage after the pageant's evening gown competition.

On the Road to a Crown

eant.All of those involved in putting on the event are volun-

teers. Karns noted that all the positions at the local and statelevels are handled by volunteers. Some are giving back toan organization that has helped them.

“Several former titleholders are coming back to givetheir time [at the October pageant], said Karns.

He noted that last year the Miss America organizationawarded $40,000,000 in scholarships (combined local,state, and national level). It is the largest provider of schol-

arships to young women.

Proceeds from the October pageant’s audience admis-sion, refreshments sold during intermission, and raffle go tothe pageants’ scholarship fund. Each winner of a title willget a scholarship, plus other prizes. IHOP has donated twoof the crowns.

The winners will also go on to compete in the Miss NewJersey pageant held in Ocean City, New Jersey, June 12-16,2012. Karns will be there, too, cheering on the local title-holders.

“Absolutely! We have to be there to support our girls,”

he said.





by Michele Guttenberger

While developing his tele-

phone transmitter in July of 1877, Edison envisioned a

machine that could record and playback telephone messages. Edison laidout the designs for his idea and gave itto his machinist John Kruesi to con-

struct. A pivotal milestone in historywas made the first week of December1877 when a sound generatingmachine called the phonograph wasinvented.

Edison had achieved 1,090 patentsin his lifetime. He had 195 patents forthe phonograph which comprised of 18 percent of his total patents. Thephonograph was one of the most

remarkable inventions of its time.However, what is even more awesomewas that it was invented by a personwho was completely deaf in his left earand had 80 percent hearing loss in his

right ear. Without argument, one cansay that the phonograph was inventedby a deaf inventor.

Edison’s hearing loss was a result

of contracting childhood scarlet fever.

He sustained further hearing loss at theage of 14 years from a head trauma

incident. Edison spent his entire adultlife with almost total hearing loss, yet

he felt inspired to make these soundmachines that he physically could notfully appreciate. He did not improveupon an existing technology. He wasthe creator of new discoveries in an

industry that never existed beforewhere the invention was to generate aproperty his own senses did not havecomplete admission to. Now that is

truly a great visionary inventor. Weare reminded that physical challengesdo not disable great visionary minds.They instead trigger these great mindsto journey beyond their own physical

boundaries to inspire invention of thatwhich is closed off to them in theireveryday world.

This August the Thomas AlvaEdison Museum started workshops on

how to make the museum more wel-coming for visitors who are blind orvisually impaired. They invitedexperts Joe Ruffalo - President,

National Federation of the Blind, New

Jersey – www.nfbnj.org http://www.thruoureyes.org/ email

[email protected]; Carol Castellano- President, National Federation of the

Blind – , Parents of Blind Childrenwww.blindchildren.org email [email protected] and ChristenaGunther Access & CommunityPrograms, The Metropolitan Museum

of Art email [email protected] experts gave some interest-

ing perspective on the potential talentsthe blind have in presenting the world

from a different angle. This may be thestart needed to lure visionaries withphysical sight limitations to inventvisual wonders that only they can rev-olutionize from a sightless perspec-

tive.You can see the display of Edison’s

phonograph inventions. Visit TheThomas Alva Edison Museum. OpenWednesday through Sunday. Hours are

9:00am - 5:00pm Fee is $7.00 - 211Main Street West Orange, NJ 07052Visit website for more detailshttp://www.nps.gov/edis/index.htm

Thomas Edison

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T Y Aft 9/11 R bbi t S k t I t f ith M ti




With the 10th anniversary of the 9/11

attacks, the recent politicalupheaval in the Arab world, and

Europe grappling with virulent anti-Muslim

sentiment, interfaith dialogue has taken a backseat on the world stage. But Burton L.

Visotzky, a rabbi, raconteur, author andbridge-builder, will shed light on this compli-cated picture, when he serves as AdathShalom’s scholar-in-residence Friday andSaturday, Nov. 18 and 19, at the synagogue,

841 Mountain Way, Morris Plains.Rabbi Mark Biller, the spiritual leader of

Adath Shalom, will welcome the scholar-in-residence. “Rabbi Visotzky was one of mymost wonderful teachers at the Jewish

Theological Seminary,” Rabbi Biller said.

“He mixes humor with deep insight to teachhistory, Jewish midrash, and politics.”

Rabbi Visotzky has a wide-ranging back-ground in interfaith relations. He has spoken

with the president, the pope, and the Saudiking. He consults with the U.S. StateDepartment and has met with imams theworld over. This lively, engaging and enter-

taining speaker has made a career out of pro-moting understanding between the faiths, aspecialty that won him recognition in arecent issue of Newsweek.

A professor of rabbinic literature and

interreligious studies at the JewishTheological Seminary, Rabbi Visotzky will

educate and update participants on the cur-rent state of Muslim-Jewish and Christian-Jewish relationships. He will also offer his-torical and religious insights into the currentstate of interfaith relations.

Rabbi Visotzky will lead several discus-sions as Adath Shalom’s scholar-in-resi-dence. On Friday evening, Nov. 18, at asponsor dinner, he will give a short talk

based on his new book, “Sage Tales:Wisdom and Wonder from the Rabbis of theTalmud” (Jewish Lights Publishing). DuringFriday night Shabbat services, he will focuson Jewish relations with the Vatican. Rabbi

Visotzky, who has spent much of his career

trading insights with high-ranking Catholic,Protestant and Muslim clergy, has served asvisiting professor at the Pontifical GregorianUniversity in Rome.

On Saturday morning, Nov. 19, he willgive a sermon titled “Isaac Unbound: ThreeReligions Read the Akedah (the binding of Isaac),” examining how each of the threeAbrahamic faiths views this biblical story.

At a Kiddush luncheon following Saturdayservices, the scholar-in-residence will dis-cuss “From Cairo to Qatar: RecentDevelopments in Jewish-Muslim Dialogue.”

Ten Years After 9/11: Rabbi to Speak at Interfaith Meeting To register for the scholar-in-residence

program, contact [email protected];(973) 539-4440, or visit www.adathshalom.net.

Rabbi Visotzky is available for telephone

interviews in advance of his appearance asAdath Shalom’s scholar-in-residence. Toarrange an interview with Rabbi Visotzky,contact Diana Drew at (973) 895-3356 or

[email protected].

State agencies now have to feature and pro-mote “Jersey Fresh” products in their

eateries under a law signed today byGovernor Christie that was sponsored byAssemblywoman Alison Littell McHose andSenator Steve Oroho.

“Serving homegrown produce or baked

goods at our state facilities sends a positivemessage about our state, supports localeconomies and helps preserve New Jersey’sfarming heritage,” McHose, R-24, said.“When people eat at a New Jersey facility,

they should have no doubt they’re in theGarden State with plenty of menu optionsfeaturing Jersey peaches, corn and tomatoesto choose from.”

The bipartisan measure, A-2342, wassigned on August 17, 2011 by GovernorChristie. The law requires state agencies toprovide enhanced visibility and accessibility

to “Jersey Fresh” and “Jersey Grown” prod-ucts served in their facilities.

“All state agencies, departments and facil-ities should be purchasing New Jersey grownproducts if it is practical and feasible,” Orohostated. “Not only are Jersey grown productsfresher and better tasting, but their purchase

helps the local economy, supports NewJersey farms, preserves open space and pro-tects the environment.”

The bill reflects changes under a lawsponsored by McHose and Oroho and signed

by Governor Christie in January that includ-ed baked goods under the “Jersey Fresh”label.

“We need to make sure that farmingremains a big part of our state’s economy and

culture,” McHose said. “Encouraging the useof the products grown and baked by localfarmers is one way to accomplish that.”

New Law Promotes ‘Jersey Fresh’ Products for Local Farmers


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By Elsie Walker

I

f you like apple, music, games and sales,

then the place to be is the AppleFestival Community Fair being

held at the United PresbyterianChurch of Flanders. The 10th

annual event, which will beheld on September 24thfrom 10am – 4pm, fea-tures fun for all ages.The rain date for the

event is the followingSaturday, October1st. The church islocated at 58Drakesdale Road in

Flanders.“We will be selling

many baked goodsmade with apples, applecider donuts, as well as

apples donated from Ashley Farms “ saidRev. Rick Oppelt, pastor of the church.

Live music will be provided by musi-cians from the church including Oppelt,plus there will be a fall favorite: hayrides.

Children-focused fun will include abounce house, children’s crafts, and chil-dren’s games and prizes.

For those that like to shop, there will bea “just two bucks” flea market, several ven-

dors, and a used books sale. Also, a liveauction will take place at 1pm.

As it has been at every AppleFestival, a blood mobile will beon hand for those who would

like to donate blood.“The need for bloodcontinues to be high

and it is one way indi-viduals can do a

small thing to helpothers, “ said Oppelt.

Proceeds from thisevent will go to support-

ing the many programs of the church, including its fami-

ly ministries and mission trips. The churchis involved within the surrounding neigh-borhoods and beyond. In addition to partic-

ipating in local projects, each year it sends alarge group to work on making homes saferand drier in Appalachia through theAppalachian Service Project.

For more information on the Apple

Festival Community Fair call 973-584-8195or visit the church’s website atwww.unitedpcf.com.

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12OZ 6PK NR

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12OZ 6PK NR

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WE CAN ORDER DIFFERENT KEGS JUST CALLOR COME IN TO PLACE AN ORDERHeineken 2x12 pk NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26.99

Heineken 2x12 pk Cans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25.99

Corona 2x12 pk NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26.99

Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA NR Case . . .$35.99

Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA NR Case . . .$55.99

Ithaca Flower Power IPA NR Case . . . . . .$40.99

River Horse Tripel Horse NR Case . . . . . .$40.99

Sam Adams Octoberfest 2x12 pk NR . . . .$29.99 Three Olives 1.75L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$28.99 Thre Olives 750ml . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18.99

Skiny Girl Margarita 750ml . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13.99

Red Stag 1.75L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29.99

Pinnacle Vodka 1.75L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18.99

Jello Shots - Mix and Match . . . . . . . . .10 for $8.99

Bacardi 1.75 L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$19.99

Smirnoff 1.75 L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$19.99

Kettle One Orange 750mL . . . . . . . . . .$25.99

Dewar’s 1.75L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29.99 Traveler’s Club 1.75 L . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$11.99

Wild Turkey American Honey 1.75 L . . .$34.99

Exclusive Flavor Vodka 750mL . . . . . . .$12.99

Three Olive Vodka Family 1.75 L . . . . .$28.99

Johnnie Walker Blue 750 mL . . . . . . .$179.99

Grand Marnier 1.75 L . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$65.99

Yukon Jack 1.75 L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$30.99

Skinny Girl Margarita 750 mL . . . . . . . .$13.99

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Macallan12 Year750ml

$46.99

Carta ViejaCabernet

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