As you drive down Main Street in Blairstown, you may have noticed the new shop located across

the street from Remax in The PRESS old office space. I first noticed it when I saw the new gold leaf sign. It glowed with old style lettering on the street-side window. The owner, Glenn Worman, actually installed the sign himself. Good as Gold is the name of Glenn Wormans collectibles shop. His family members also have collectables shops in Franklin, NJ and Milford, Pennsylvania. Glen grew up in Randolf, NJ and has been doing collectibles his whole life. He has done cleanouts of entire estates and auctions. Sometimes it is hard when your loved ones no longer need their estates and you need to find a trustworthy person that can assist you with the clean out

By Doreen Rutherford

process. It is an asset to have such a person within the community and we are thankful to have Glenn.

Good as Gold is currently buying gold and silver at his Main Street shop. Just bring down any of your

broken and unwanted jewelry and he will tell you the value. He can melt it down, appraise it or sell it on Ebay. If you have coins or quality rings with gemstones that are too good to melt down, he will sell them on Ebay for you for a percentage. He is also interested in vinatage car parts. If you are unsure of the value of your collectible, bring it to Glenn and he will even research it for you. Glenn mentioned to me while I was talking with him that a 40-piece set of vintage silverware can be worth over $500. Sterling dinnerware can also be melted down and turned into cash. This is a great time to take advantage of Glenn's talent and visit Good as Gold on Main Street in Blairstown. Dig in your attic, crawl around your barn and search the garage for coins, steins, silverware, carparts, glassware, jewelry and any collectibles you might have.

For more than 70 million baby boomers that are at or approaching retirement age, life has flown by rather quickly. At least thats how fellow baby boomer Laverne H. Bardy describes life in her book How the (Bleep) Did I Get This Old?: Aging and Other Catastrophes that Attack and Assault When Your Back is Turned. Join Bardy on March 10th from noon to 3pm at BookNest, 17 Main Street, Blairstown during her book signing. How the (Bleep) Did I Get This Old? is for sale at BookNest. The general topic of aging is discussed from

both a serious and comical aspect in each of the books six sections. Through this compilation of columns, Bardy discusses her decision to end a 21-year marriage and re-enter the single life, which leads her to

new encounters like singles dances where she meets some unforgettable personalities. She shares her often humorous adventures in dating from a vacation gone wrong to her relationship with a NASCAR fan who never quite got over Dale Earnhardts untimely death. Gray hair, cataracts, increased doctor visits and other joys of aging have columns of their own where Bardy tries to understand when the transition from young adult to middle-aged took place, and how it flew by without her even noticing. Laughing with high school friends 50

years later and becoming enamored when an attractive guy tries getting her attention are a few of the lighter stories. Bardys column, Lavernes View, has been syndicated with Senior Wire News Service since 2004. She builds on her popular column that has made readers laugh for years with more of her firsthand experiences into the world of aging. She hopes that the book can connect with her readers in the same way her column has. I want readers to read my book and react as they have about my column for years. I want

Wanted: Military Veterans for North Warren Regional Schools Veterans Program. NWR is currently seeking Veterans to participate in the Fourth Annual Voices of the Veterans program on May 23rd. Veterans of all military branches and all eras are invited to attend and be recognized for their service. The program includes breakfast, assembly introduction with keynote speakers, performances by the NWR band and chorus, commemoration ceremony, lunch on the lawn and classroom visits to speak with students. Registration is required. Contact Ms. Amy Horn for more information at 908362-8211, ext. 1139 or ahorn@northwarren.org The Evangelical Free Church of Blairstown will be providing child care for preschoolaged children and younger during their

Lenten prayer services on Wenesdays from 7pm to 8:30pm. However, they need your help. If you are willing to volunteer for child care for one of the five remaining prayer services (March 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th), call the church at 908-362-8979 or email office@efcbnj.org. Cadette/Senior Girl Scout Troop 775 from the North Warren Service Unit is holding a Usable Clothing Drive. All items donated should be in good, usable condition. Donations can be dropped off at the Johnsonburg Town Hall, 210 Main Street, Johnsonburg on March 8th, 5pm to 8pm, and March 10th, 9am to noon. For details, call 908-496-9861. The PRESS is still accepting photos for our Annual Point and Shoot Pet Photo Contest! See page 11 for details and this

weeks entries! We would like to wish Brandon Parry a happy birthday! He will be turning 24 on March 7th. Birthday wishes are sent to Amanda DeVatt, who is celebrating on March 8th. Chad Caiazzo has a birthday on March 10th. Have a great day, Chad! We would like to wish a happy birthday to Emily Zimmerer, Tanya Williams, Carla Morris and

Luke Kitzmiller a happy birthday. They will all be celebrating on March 12th. Happy birthday wishes are also sent to Nicole Harrington and Olivia Beers. They share a March 13th birthday. We love hearing from you! Send your birthdays, anniversaries, and other information to: The PRESS, PO Box 430, Blairstown, NJ 07825
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Here is a list of some of the notable books that have been added to the collection recently at Warren County Library: Bringing Up Bebe: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting, by Pamela Druckerman. Listen to My Trumpet! (An Elephant and Piggie Book), by Mo Willems. The Lady in Gold: The

Extraordinary Tale of Gustav Klimt's Masterpiece, Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer, by AnneMarie OConnor. Big Nate Goes for Broke, by Lincoln Peirce. Sundays Will Never Be the Same: Racing, Tragedy, and Redemption--My Life in America's Fastest Sport, by Darrell Waltrip. The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook: Inside the Kitchens, Bars, and Restaurants of Mad Men, by Judy Gelman. Bloodrose: A Nightshade Novel, by Andrea Cremer. The Last Gunfighter: Montana Gundown, by William W. Johnstone. Last Breath: The Morganville Vampires, by Rachel Caine. Fall from Grace: A Novel, by Richard North Patterson. Our Black Year: One Family's Quest to Buy Black in America's Racially Divided Economy, by Maggie Anderson. The Tea Party and the Remaking of Republican Conservatism, by Theda Skocpol. Alix and Nicky: The Passion of the Last Tsar and Tsarina, by Virginia Rounding. Immortal Rider (Lords of Deliverance), by Larissa Ione. Vintage Jewelry Design: Classics to Collect & Wear, by Caroline Cox. Drop Dead Healthy: One Man's Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection, by A.J. Jacobs. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Facebook, 2nd Edition, by Mikal E. Belicove. Visit warrenlib.org for more.

Kathleen Phillips Selected for Special Recognition by Hope Twp. Board of Education
Mrs. Kathleen Phillips was selected for special recognition for the second marking period of 2011-12. The Hope Township Board of Education and Leadership Team created and instituted a quarterly recognition program this school year for staff members who contribute to the learning environment; have outstanding development /implementation of a lesson/ unit; have exceptional use of technology or differentiated instructional strategies; develop/host a special activity. Mrs. Phillips was nominated and chosen for her notable work as a classroom aide. Mrs. Phillips works in several classrooms throughout her busy day, and is excellent at what she does. Her enthusiasm and can do approach is admirable. Although she has been employed in this capacity for only a short time, Mrs. Phillips is familiar with all of our students, having served as a substitute teacher at Hope School as well as other schools in the cluster. A graduate of William Paterson University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, Mrs. Phillips has also volunteered as a trained leader for the Boy Scouts of America. Apart from the classroom, Mrs. Phillips enjoys reading, travelling, walking and spending time with her family. The Board of Education and Administration recognized Mrs. Phillips at the February 28th Board of Education meeting with a certificate of appreciation and gift certificate.

CPT Steven James Benedetti Speaks at Society of Skeptics

Blairs Academys Society of Skeptics welcomed speaker U.S. Army Captain Steve Benedetti on February 28th. Captain Benedetti graduated from Blair in 2002 and as an infantry officer from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 2006. His talk focused on Afghanistan: Boots on the Ground. Upon graduating from West Point, Captain Benedetti went on to train at the U.S. Army Airborne, Air Assault, Pathfinder, Mountain Warfare and Ranger School. From 2008 to 2009, he spent 13 months as a platoon leader, executive offiver and company commander in the Pech, Shuriak and Korengal Valleys in the heart of Kunar Province, Afghanistan. In that role, he was responsible for more than 220 soldiers in what was deemed as the most dangerous place on earth by the New York Times. His unit remains the most decorated in the U.S. Army during Operation Enduring Freedom. Over the years, he has received a number of awards and decorations, including the Bronze Star Medal for valor in combat, the Bronze Star Medal for extraordinary service in a combat zone, the Army Commendation medal for valor in combat, the Navy Achievement Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal and the NATO Service Ribbon. Now a resident of Washington, D.C., Captain Benedetti has been detailed by the Army to the intelligence community to provide timely and accurate information to the nations strategic decision-makers. All Skeptics programs are free and open to the public. The weekly series is one of the premier high school lecture series in the country. For upcoming Skeptics programs, visit blair.edu/events/ev_ skeptics.shtm.

Blairstown Recreation Offers Workout Variety with Zumba, Yoga, Belly Dancing and Gentle Yoga Programs
The Blairstown Department of Recreation is offering adult classes in Zumba, Yoga, Belly Dancing and Gentle Yoga. Each program is designed to provide an awesome workout along with learning something new and having loads of fun. Registration for all spring programs opens at the Recreation Office Tuesday, March 6th during office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am to 1pm. Mail in or drop off box registration is also accepted. Non residents are accepted if space is available at an additional fee. Join the Party with our Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings from 6pm to 7pm at Givens Belet starting March 20th through June 7th. We invite you to "Join the Party" and enjoy this high energy and effective workout. The hour class zooms by with routines that are dynamic, exciting, and effective. The fee for all 24 classes is $170, 16 classes for $125 or 12 classes for $105. We offer a variety of packages for your convenience. Adult Yoga explores the principles of alignment in the classical yoga postures and flowing movements called Vinyasas. Prior yoga experience is helpful, but not required. This ongoing program starts Wednesday, March 21st through June 13th on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 7pm at Catherine Dickson Hofman Library. The fee for all 24 classes is $170, 16 Classes for $125, or 12 classes for $105. Ladies, unleash your inner Goddess with Belly Dancing. With these classes participants will learn sizzling shimmies, hip lifts & drops, snake arm, figure eights, veil dancing & more exotic moves. The dance is a great way to get fit, increase flexibility and reduce stress while having fun and socializing. The program operates on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 7pm at Givens Belet starting April 18th through May 23rd. The fee is $60. Gentle Yoga is an option for those who would like to pursue Yoga exercise, but may have some limitations or may be recovering from an injury. Gentle Yoga is performed in chairs and mats. It is an energizing program of yoga exercises and breathing designed for individuals who want to work on flexibility and strength without standing for long periods or siting on the floor. Gentle Yoga starts on Wednesdays, April 4th through May 23rd from 5pm to 5:45pm at the Catherine Dickson Hofman Library. The fee is $55. For details, visit blairs town-nj.org and click on Recreation, or call 908362-6663 ext. 232. Dear Editor, We are writing to advise your readers of new alternate side parking rules designed to facilitate snow removal on Main Street and Academy Street in Blairstown. Blairstown Township has amended the Vehicle and Traffic Ordinance to add a Temporary Parking Prohibition for Snow Plowing and Removal. The effect of the change is to establish alternate side parking rules for Main Street and Academy Street when there is a snowfall that accumulates enough to cover streets and highways. The change will make plowing and cleanup more efficient. During snow emergencies parking on the entire length of Main Street is permitted on the North side on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Parking is permitted on the South side on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Parking on Academy Street during snow emergencies is permitted on the East side on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Parking is permitted on the West side on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Unoccupied vehicles parked in violation of the Ordinance are subject to ticketing and towing. Signs announcing these parking rules are installed on both sides of Main Street near the Post Office and near the Main Street and Bridge Street intersection. Residents are asked not to shovel snow from their walks and driveways into the street. Thank you for your cooperation. Mayor and Committee Blairstown Township

Hopatcong Womens Club Announces News and Events BHS Presents 13 the Musical
The Hopatcong Womens Club met on Wednesday, February 15th at the Civic Center for a regular membership meeting. Upcoming and ongoing events were discussed, most notably the upcoming Annual Fashion Show and the Career Development Award. The Annual Fashion Show, now in its sixth year, has fast become a ritual for women of the Hopatcong and surrounding areas. To be held this year on April 22nd at the Ridgewood Restaurant, 35 Brooklyn Stanhope Road, from 1pm to 4pm, the Show will feature clothing fashions from Coldwater Creek, a vintage fashion show, a silent auction, a 50/50, and lots of fun for all. A buffet lunch will be served. Tickets are $35 each and there is limited supply, so be sure to obtain your tickets early by contacting Ellen at 973-398-5926, Selma at 973-770-4989, Norma at 973-398-4989, or Karen at 973-810-3611. Proceeds benefit the Hopatcong Womens Club Charitable Donations, and have in the past included DASI (Domestic Abuse), Scholarships, Head Start, Gildas Club, and many more. The Hopatcong Womens Club is offering a Career Development Award in the amount of $500 to a female Hopatcong resident who is planning to return to school. The recipient must be 25 years or older. Please call Norma Rung, Education Chair, at 973-398-4948 or e-mail at normarung @yahoo.com for an application. The application will be mailed to you. The completed application must be received by March 30, 2012. To close out the February meeting, Dante P. Liberti, CFP, from Dynasty Advisors in Iselin, NJ spoke to us about investing smartly and the need to invest so that the money you save at the very least keeps up with the rate of inflation. He was engaging, lively, and gave easyto-understand examples culled from his many years of experience in the field. If you are interested in contacting Dante for your personal investment needs, he can be reached at 866.284-1314 or at dliberti@dynastyadviso rs.com. The Hopatcong Womens Club meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Hopatcong Civic Center on Lakeside Blvd. Our next meeting will be March 21st at 10:30am. All local women looking to form new friendships and to find a special niche or pet project of interest to them are encouraged to contact Membership Chairperson Selma Reichert at 973-7704989. To learn more about the New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs, visit njsfwc.org. To learn more about the General Federation of Women's Clubs, visit www.gfwc.org. Belvidere High School students will perform the musical 13 on March 9th at 7pm and March 10th at 11am and 7pm. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance; there are no reserved seats. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for adults and $8 for senior citizens. They can be purchased by calling 908-475-4025 or by contacting dperelli@ belvideresd.org. 13 is a story about growing up. Evan Goldman has it all; hes popular, has the perfect family and lives in the greatest city in the world: New York. That is until his parents get divorced and hes forced to move with his mom to Indiana. 13 is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages.

Blairstown Rotary a Large Contributor to Community

creeds. As signified by the motto Service Above Self, Rotarys main objective is service in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world. Blairstown Rotary Club was created in 1947 and has been a large contributor to the North Warren community. Some examples of what has been accomplished and continuing over the years locally: -Donated Blairstowns first ambulance and helped start the Ambulance Corp. -Constructed and donated to the town a pavilion at Footbridge Park -Constructed and donated to the town restroom/utility building at Sycamore Park -Donated and maintain the town signs in cooperation with an eagle scout -Donate Dictionaries to all 3rd grades in the area for many years -Support and run the Halloween parade -Support and run the Easter egg hunt -Initiated and continue the 4th of July fireworks -Contribute equipment and funds to the Ambulance Corp -Contribute equipment and funds to camp Merry Heart every year -Provide scholarships each year to North Warren Students -Sponsor and support active Interact club at North Warren Regional high school -Sponsor and support Earlyact program at Elementary schools -Sponsored several local business people for outbound Group Study Exchange -Sponsored over 35 Rotary Youth Exchange students to study abroad for a year -Hosted over 60 Exchange students from abroad -Hosted over 70 Japanese summer exchange students -Sponsored 2-3 students to rotary youth leadership academy weekend each year In addition the Blairstown Rotary Club has contributed close to $100,000 to Rotary Foundation for health, hunger, and humanity projects around the world and to the eradication of Polio worldwide. Indeed we have a proud past an active present and a challenging obligation to the future. If you are interested in more information about the Blairstown Rotary or would like to join this group, join them any Thursday at the Forge Restaurant (upstairs) at 7pm or call Gene Woznicki, President, at 908-362-7454.

Rotary is a worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million business, professional, and community leaders. Members of Rotary clubs, known as Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. There are 33,000 Rotary clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas. Clubs are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races, and

Get Your Irish On At WCL

On March 10th from noon to 12:30, Get Your Irish On at Warren County Library Headquarters, 199 Hardwick St., Belvidere. Stop by and see Irish step dancing while listening to traditional Irish music and enjoy homemade soda bread and cookies. For more information, contact the library at 908-475-6322 or visit warrenlib.org.

Local Mans Photos to be Published in Book About Original Friday the 13th Film
Author David Grove contacted Blairstown-native David Zernhelt about including Davids photos in his upcoming book On Location in Blairstown: The Making of Friday the 13th
I was contacted by author David Grove, who told me he wanted to put my two photos within his new book that he expects to be out in bookstores sometime in the fall of this year. On Location In Blairstown : The Making Of Friday The 13th, is set out to be one of the best documentary type books ever made to the original 'Friday The 13th' film. I gave David the go ahead and it's all set in stone. A wonderful achievement this has been for the film, myself, some others and most importantly to the history of the original 1980, 'Friday The 13th' film after almost five years. It definately is going to be a highly sought after and collectible book. David Grove is also the author of some other popularly known books such as: Jamie Lee Curtis: Scream Queen, Fantastic 4: The Making Of The Movie, and Making Friday The 13th: The Legend Of Camp Blood. Grove has written for
By David Zernhelt

David Zernhelt and Peter Apostolou, owner of The New Blairstown Diner. Friday the 13th character Steve Christy was inside the diner while his camp couselors were being slaughtered by Jasons mother. tion with Sparkplug Press, released a detailed history on the Friday the 13th series. Peter M. Bracke released Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th on October 24th, 2005. The book chronicles the creation of the series up to the release of Freddy vs. Jason. Bracke spent three years researching the series and collecting more than 200 interviews from the cast and crew of each of the films. Bracke's extensive work for the book prompted Sean S. Cunningham to provide a foreword. Crystal Lake Memories also includes images, storyboards, concept art, and publicity material that had not been released to the public. A private party was held on October 22nd, 2005 at Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood for the book's premiere. A documentary film, titled, His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th, was released in February 2009. The film was directed by Daniel Farrands, who wrote the film, Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, and a documentary on The Ami-

David Zernhelt and Albert Skip Hartung in front of Skips former diner and store in Hope, which was used in the original 1980 film where character Annie asked for directions to Camp Crystal Lake. such publications as Dreamwatch, Fangoria, Film Review, Film Threat, Hot Dog, MovieMaker, Rue Morgue, Sci-Fi Magazine, Shivers and Total Film. There have been two documentary books released chronicling the making of the Friday the 13th films. In February 2005, FAB Press published their book containing interviews with the cast and crew of the Friday the 13th series of films. Grove interviewed over 100 key personnel involved in making the films to collect detailed production histories of each of the 11 films, not including interviews with other film professionals like Wes Craven. Grove's book also includes previously unseen production photos which were acquired from private collections. Eight months after the release of Grove's book, Titan Books, in associa-

tyville Horror. The film was broadcast on the Starz television channel during the first week of February and afterwards it was released on DVD on February 3rd, 2009. The documentary is hosted by special make-up effects artist Tom Savini, who interviews the cast and crew members of each of the Friday the 13th films, asking them questions on the choices they did during filming. It also features interviews with journalists and other filmmakers who offer their opinion of the series Lastly, I called the owner of the Blairstown Diner and told him the good news. Peter told me he still has our photo hanging in his gargage and that he definately wants to get a copy of the book when it's released. He was in very good spirits about it.

them to say, Yes, yes, yes... Exactly! I thought I was the only one who felt that way. Thats hilarious, Bardy says. We are all going through the same experiences and we only go through this journey once. We might as well enjoy it and laugh a little bit along the way. Laverne H. Bardy began her career in writing as the editor of her childrens schools Parent Teacher Association (PTA) newsletter in Livingston, NJ. Her professional career began as a press release writer for the West Essex Tribune. She moved on to Northern Horizons and Montage magazine, where her assignments ranged from interviewing small country store owners to reporting on what to do if confronted by a black

bear. She went on to freelance for other publications, and her work currently appears in a variety of anthologies. Bardy was finally able to show her creative, non-fiction writing skills when she was offered her own column, Lavernes View, in 1999. BookNest opened in September 2000 at 17 Main Street in Blairstown. Owner Herman Shoemaker offers new, out of print, used, overstocked and remaindered titles.

On February 28th, Hector Lopez of Water Wheel Farm rode his half Arab half Quarterhorse named Mojito past The PRESS office on Carhart Street in Blairstown. He was riding with his dog, Chiquita, to the local watering hole. For a February day, the weather was exceptional for riding. Blairstown is a horse-friendly town and it is common to see horses and riders still traveling the vintage streets of the quaint town.

The March 8th WCARTS group meeting will feature Diane Pratt doing a workshop on hand painting of black and white photographs. Diane Pratt has been photographing landscapes and gardens for 30 years, specializing in garden and scenic landscape photography for all types of publication. Diane creates a feeling of memories of another time and place by photographing with Black and White infrared film.

Selected images are hand painted using transparent oil and pencils to create a mood or feeling not easily created with standard black and white or color photographic materials. Diane will demonstrate these techniques, detailing the materials and methods necessary for success. The meeting will be held at 7pm, March 8th in the Oxford Twp. Municipal building, 11 Green Street, Oxford. The public is welcome.

The newly opened StillPoint Yoga Studio offers a series of daily classes, in a warm and safe environment. The studio is located at 155 Route 94 in Blairstown, just across from the A&P and above Caffe Nelle Cucina. Students are encouraged to attend as often as possible for the maximum benefits. By attending three times a week, the average cost per class can be as little as $6.25. Monthly workshops are offered for the member and nonmember alike at an extra, but reasonable cost. Delia Quigley has been a yoga practitioner and teacher for 30 years. She opened StillPoint Yoga Studio to provide a com-

fortable and safe environment for people to step away from the stress and pressures of their daily lives and explore the possibility of transformation and change on a cellular level, both mentally and physically. Based on her study of the ancient science of Hatha Yoga and the contemporary needs of the Western body-mind, she has distilled the practice for strong, fit and broken bodies alike. Words cannot convey the experience, or the feelings of energy and vitality following a yoga class. You will have to take time to discover that for yourself and with ongoing classes seven days a week you can find just what you need at StillPoint Yoga Studio.

Olde Tyme Barber Shop will hold a Cut-a-Thon for the Joan Knechel Cancer Center on March 11th from 10am to 2pm at 2 North Main Street, Hackettstown. All proceeds will go to foundation. Shop owner Donna Hutchinson and employee Melissa Malson will be volunteering their time to raise money for the foundation. For more information about the Joan Knechel Cancer Center, located at the Hackettstown Regional Medical Center, call Lisa Dimiceli at 908850-6722. For more information about the Cut-a-Thon or the Olde Tyme Barber Shop, call 908-441-2289.

Teen girls in need of a prom dress need look no further than Project Self-Sufficiency, thanks to the fifth annual Sister-to-Sister Prom Shop, which will be open from mid-March through mid-April. In addition to dresses of all lengths and sizes, the Prom Shop will feature shoes, wraps, hand bags and jewelry so that patrons can create the perfect ensemble. The Sister-to-Sister Prom Shop will be held at Project SelfSufficiency on Thursdays, March 15th through April 5th, from noon to 8pm. The shop will also be open from Tuesday through Friday, April 10th to 13th, from noon to 8pm and Saturday, April 14th, 9am to 1pm. Gowns and accessories will be offered to any teen girl in need at Project Self-Sufficiency is located at 127 Mill

Street in Newton. Teenage Project SelfSufficiency supporter Sophie Ilaria conceived the idea for the Sisterto-Sister Prom Shop along with her sister Isabella five years ago. Attending the prom is a once in a lifetime event, and we are thankful that the Sussex County community continues to help these young women to have a memorable evening by donating formal wear to our Prom Shop, Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency, said. Dresses and other types of formal wear are currently being accepted for display in the Sister-to-Sister Prom Shop. For information about donating dresses to the Sister-to-Sister Prom Shop, or for more information about Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500.

Belvideres Christine Nechay drives down the lane on her way to a lay up and 2 points during the game on February 27th. The game was the first round of the NJSIAA North 1 Group 1. Belvidere lost to their New Providence opponents, 52-66.

The Sussex County Arts and Heritage Councils annual Skylands exhibit has become a benchmark for quality art shows in the New Jersey highlands. All artists 18 years of age or older are invited to submit entries, and all media are accepted. Last year 84 works of art were selected from over 300 entries by artists in the tri-state area and beyond. This year the cash prizes total over $2,000. The juror is selected by a committee of experienced artists and professionals. This year Marilyn Stevenson, a veteran curator, gallery director, an accomplished art exhibition juror, and professional photographer, will judge the entries. Ms. Stevenson is currently the director and curator of The Gallery @The Glen Ridge Community Center in New Jersey and the assistant director of the New Century Artist Gallery in New York City. Her accreditations include being an invited juror for the National Association of Women Artists 122nd Annual Exhibition in New York City, curating over 20 shows for the East End Photographers Group in Riverhead, New York, and chairing annual juried exhibits for Studio Montclair in New Jersey. Among her artistic achievements are numerous solo exhibitions in New York and New Jersey, and group

shows in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Graz, Austria. She received a public art commission from the Atlantic Care Regional Medical Center and was a New York State Foundation for the Arts grant winner. Ms. Stevenson also worked as an art director, graphic designer, and technical illustrator. The exhibition serves as a major fundraiser for the Council. It is well attended by the public and highly regarded by artists of all levels of experience. The gala opening reception, with champagne/ wine, catered hors d'oeuvres and entertainment, will be held on Saturday, April 28th from 4pm to 7pm.

Awards will be presented at 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome. Tickets are $20 if purchased in advance and $25 at the door. Reservations can be made by calling the Council or by going to 25skylandsjuriedart.eve ntbrite.com. Artists interested in entering can download the entry form by going to the scahc.org, scrolling down and clicking on the link on the right. You can also call 973-3830027 or visit the gallery at 133 Spring Street in Newton. Hours are Tuesday thrrough Friday 9am to 3pm and Saturday 11am to 3pm. The show continues through June 2nd and can be viewed during normal hours Admission is free.

80s Night Concert Fundraiser Benefits Animal Rescues

In a great example of organizations joining forces for a common goal, animal rescue groups Eleventh Hour Rescue and Noahs Ark Animal Welfare Inc. are teaming with YouChoose, LLC for a rockin 80s Night: Live In Concert fundraiser on Saturday, March 10th at 6pm. The event will be held at the Ukrainian American Cultural Center, 60 Jefferson Road in Whippany. For information about ticket prices, how to make and pay for song requests and to purchase tickets online, visit YouChoose at www. youchoose.net and visit them on Facebook at facebook.com/events /314262188620748/. The affordable, family-friendly event will include dinner (can be purchased at the event), cash bar, contests, dancing and songs played by your YouChoose Band. Those who make and pay for song requests have the option of singing and/or playing with the band for their song. For more information, to become a sponsor, purchase tickets or make a song request, visit www.youchoose.net.

Spring Checklist for Home and Lawn Care First Time Home Buyers: The Housing
(NewsUSA) - Whether you're considering the resale value of your home or are simply resigned to doing maintenance projects to keep your house in good condition, your lawn and garden could certainly benefit from some TLC of the homeand lawn-improvement variety this spring. The exterior of your house commands most first impressions, and even mild winters inflict seasonal damage. If you don't know where to start, a homeimprovement project checklist may help. Consider the following lawn- and gardenmaintenance tips from home and garden experts at HGTV and MarthaStewart.com: *Remove piles of dead leaves from the lawn. Not only will your grass grow greener, a clean lawn helps maximize fertilizers and pesticides. Don't make the mistake of fertilizing your grass too early though. April is the general benchmark; any sooner might result in yellow spots and driedout patches of grass. *Check gutters for leaks and debris. Loose gutters cause improper drainage, so water can collect in basements and crawl spaces. Downspouts should point away from the foundation of the house and must be clear of all debris. *Start a roof fund. It's a good rule of thumb to check your roof for rotted, buckled, loose or missing shingles after winter because summer sun will only worsen the damage. Since roof maintenance is so expensive, it's also smart to start a fund before you need it. *Remove piles of wood or debris stacked near the home. Firewood should be kept far away from the foundation, and stacked 18 inches off the ground. These preventative measures help keep insect pests from exploring your home. *Don't strain yourself, and stay hydrated. This

Markets Key Players

(NewsUSA) - Firsttime homebuyers, more than any other demographic, stand to benefit the most in today's real estate market. In fact, a recent survey commissioned by Move.com reveals that 23 percent of adults plan to purchase a home in the next five years and that more than half of them will be first-time homebuyers. Consider that every time a renter buys a home, they make possible a chain reaction of transactions worth many times more than the actual value of the home they purchase. Because first-time homebuyers aren't selling properties, they don't put new homes on the market when they buy. As a result, firsttime homebuyers reduce real estate inventories and allow existing owners to trade-up or relocate. The growing number of first-time homebuyers suggests that conditions are finally attracting buyers back despite the critical picture in the overall economy. In the past, high prices and large down payments made buying a home for the first-time difficult. The right mix of attractive listing prices, tax credits, improved financing and a wide choice of properties seems to be attracting the first-time buyer. For first-time homebuyers looking to be players in today's real estate market, Move.com offers the following tips: Research Your Market. All real estate is localized and the key to a successful purchase is to know the market. In fact, the real estate market is so localized that prices among similar homes vary greatly even between neighboring towns. Make a list of what you want. Let your realtor know your criteria in order to find homes that meet your needs. You can go to Realtor.com to view homes that fit your specifications. This will give you an idea of what is possible in your price range and in the location you prefer. Get pre-approved. Although not a final loan commitment, a pre-approval letter can be shown to listing brokers when you are bidding on a home. It demonstrates your financial strength and shows that you have the ability to go through with a purchase. Lenders can be found in the finance section of Realtor.com. Make a decision. Once you find the best home that fits your needs, take action. Homebuyers often hesitate, and this could mean you miss the best home for you. If you have chosen a good mortgage broker and a sharp realtor, you should have the facts to make the right decision.

might be the first time you've done any heavy lifting or spent hours in the sun for months. Remember to drink plenty of fluids, take breaks and stretch your muscles. If you suffer from backaches and muscle strains, keep some relief on hand. *Call a professional to clean your AC unit. Heating and cooling experts recommend an annual servicing since clean coils work more efficiently. When the summer's blazing heat drives you indoors, your family will appreciate having an AC operating at peak levels.

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United Way Caregivers Coalition Seeks to Improve Lives of Warren Co. Caregivers
United Way of Northern New Jersey is seeking to partner with family caregivers and service providers in Warren County for a community-based coalition designed to provide resources, services, and education to support area caregivers and their loved ones. Caregivers are found in every community, caring for loved ones of all ages with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Family, friends or neighbors may care for an aging parent, a sibling with mental illness, or a child or spouse with a disability. An estimated 65.7 million Americans are unpaid family caregivers, according to the National Alliance for Caregiving. In Warren County, an estimated 24,000 residents act as unpaid family caregivers. residents would find helpful in their roles as unpaid caregivers. The input will be used to guide the Coalitions development. Join United Way on March 19th at 2pm at the Wayne Dumont, Jr. Administration Building, 165 County Route 519 South in Belvidere. The meeting will be held in the Cooperative Extension meeting room. For more information or to join the United Way Caregivers Coalition in Warren County, email Sarah. Brelvi@UnitedWayNNJ .org or call 908-8353550. United Way of Northern NJ is a non-profit organization working to improve peoples lives and strengthen communities by focusing on Education, Income, and Health. Give. Advocate. Volunteer. Live United. To learn more, call 908-835-3550 or visit www.UnitedWay NNJ.org.

United Way is taking the lead in building partnerships in Warren County to address this growing public health crisis in our community. The Warren County initiative is modeled on a similarly successful seven-year United Way Caregivers Coalition in Morris County. United Way plans to collaborate with Warren County caregivers, medical professionals, social service agencies, businesses, and other

community groups to help determine how care can be improved locally. Various mentoring programs, workshops, support groups and resources guides may be formed based on the needs and interests of local citizens. United Way of Northern NJ wants to hear from area caregivers as the formation of a United Way Caregivers Coalition in Warren County is taking shape. United Way has sched-

uled the first Coalition planning session to hear what kind of resources and services local