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Dear Residents, It's the second anniversary of Chatham Living! Honestly, it's hard to believe. We've been on an excellent adventure featuring wonderful families, organizations, local businesses and inspirational kids in Chatham while meeting new friends along the way. Chatham Living is all about celebrating community. Thank you for bringing us into your home and hopefully, putting us on your coffee table each month.
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As we did to commemorate our first anniversary, we've put together a compilation of the year's past cover features--a tip of our hat to the families who graciously allowed us into their lives to share their stories with our community. What better time of year than the fall to lace up your running shoes? But, "Are You Running Yourself into the Ground?" asks Matthew Riordan of Professional Physical Therapy, our physical therapy expert contributor. Turn to page 21 to learn how to avoid running injuries. On page 11, our carpet and flooring expert contributor Dianne Grossman of The Carpet Girl writes an article "Why Before They Buy" that explains the deeper "why" that her family business embraces. "Plan for the Tough Times While We Are Still in the Good Times!" writes Chatham Wealth Management, our wealth management expert contributor. Find the firm's recommendations and advice on page 15. Dr. Barbara Fodero, our orthodontics expert contributor, provides an excellent piece "Frequently Asked Questions About Braces and Orthodontics" on page 16. Community Wellness expert contributor Madison Area YMCA offers an article on page 12 about how important it is for teens to be involved in the community, with lots of suggestions to get teens interested. Additionally, the Y broke ground on an expansion that will include a new eight-lane competitive pool and a full-court basketball gymnasium. See photos on page 13. Happy Halloween! Stacey and John
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EDUCATION Breakaway Prep Test Prep & College Admissions Rick Michalak, Owner 268 Green Village Rd, Suite 2, Downstairs, Chatham, NJ and 18 Bank St. Downstairs, Summit, NJ 07901 973-457-1150 • rickm@breakawayprep.com breakawayprep.com
ACUPUNCTURE Morgan Reade, NJ Advanced Acupuncture Downtown Madison 6 Green Village Road, Madison, NJ 201-400-2261 www.njadvancedacupuncture.com Morgan Reade L.Ac., M.S. Morgan is Board Certified through NCCAOM (National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists and Oriental Medicine). As a practicing Acupuncture Physician he perfected his acupuncture skills on a broad spectrum of patients including sports injuries, autoimmune thyroid, digestive and infertility. He is dedicated to the preservation and advancement of the art, science and practice of Oriental Medicine in an ethical manner, enhancing the health and well-being of the general public and his patients.
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FAMILY DENTISTRY Dr. Jacqueline S. Reid DDS 390 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 973-635-9456 www.jacquelinesreiddds.com Since 1998 our office has proudly provided high quality dentistry in Chatham and surrounding areas. Services include all aspects of modern dentistry as well implant restorations and prosthetics, cosmetic restorations. Dr. Reid is on staff at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital as director of the dental residency training program.
CARPET & FLOORING Dianne Grossman The Carpet Girl 1 Cornell Pkwy, Springfield Township, NJ 973-218-1155 • dianne@thecarpetgirl.com www.thecarpetgirl.com
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COSMETIC NON-INVASIVE AND INVASIVE SKIN PROCEDURES Dr. Oleh Slupchynskyj, MD, FACS Chatham MediSpa 552 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 973-966-1000 www.facechange.org/medispa/
KITCHEN & BATH RENOVATIONS Alan Archuleta, Archuleta Builders 973.986.6656 alan@archuletabuilders.com https://archuletabuilders.com/ Whether you are a homeowner, architect or real estate investor, finding the right contractor is key to the quality and success of your home renovation project. With attention to detail and a stylized eye, Alan Archuleta has his name on every home renovation project his team undertakes.
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LEGAL REAL ESTATE Rosemary Stone-Dougherty, Esq. NJ & FL Bar Member 54 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 973-635-0300
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COMMUNITY WELLNESS Madison Area YMCA Family Center 111 Kings Road, Madison, NJ 07940 973-822-YMCA (9622) www.madisonareaymca.org marketing@madisonymca.org The Madison Area YMCA is a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With quality programs that develop a healthy spirit, mind and body at any age, we believe everyone, regardless of age, income or background, should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
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LEGAL: DIVORCE MEDIATION AND LITIGATION Phyllis S. Klein, Esq. and Stephanie Frangos Hagan, Esq. Donahue, Hagan, Klein & Weisberg, LLC 44 Whippany Road, Morristown, NJ (973) 467-5556 pklein@dhkwlaw.com and shagan@dhkwlaw.com www.dhkwlaw.com Legal disputes involving marriage and children are among the most difficult situations a family can face. Phyllis Klein and Stephanie Hagan have been practicing family law for over 30 years. Their goal is to help clients through this challenging experience with compassion and understanding- advocating for favorable resolution through negotiation or mediation whenever possible, but always with total preparation to litigate successfully, if necessary.
ORTHODONTICS Dr. Barbara Fodero, DDS, MS Chatham Orthodontics 33 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 973-701-2200 www.chathambraces.com
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Dr. Barbara Fodero has provided orthodontic treatment for children and adults for over 17 years. She earned her dental degree from the University of Michigan, graduating first in her class, and continued there to complete three years of training in the specialty of orthodontics.
PHARMACY Liberty Drug 195 Main Street Chatham, NJ Phone: 877-836-0111 • Fax: 973-635-6208 www.libertydrug.com Liberty Drug and Surgical serving the Chatham area since 1965 has evolved into a premier compounding center as well as a full service pharmacy. Our state-of-the-art compounding lab enables us to provide customized medications in a variety of dosage forms for adult, pediatric, and veterinary patients.
PHYSICAL THERAPY Matthew Riordan Professional Physical Therapy & Training 111 Kings Road, Madison, NJ 973-270-7417 matthew@professionalptandtraining.com
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Matthew Riordan holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rutgers University. He is the founder of Professional Physical Therapy & Training and has been conveniently located within the Madison and Summit Area YMCAs for more than 14 years. Matthew and his staff of Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy provide One-on-One specialized treatments to help people prevent as well as recover from musculoskeletal injuries and surgeries. He and his staff are also active members in the community.
REAL ESTATE Marianne Slamm, ABR, SRES Sales Associate Keller Williams Premier Properties marianneslamm@gmail.com www.Marianne-Slamm.kw.com M - 973-216-1912 Chatham has been my home for 25+ years. As your local agent, I’d welcome the opportunity to help you, your family and friends fulfill their dreams of buying, selling or investing in real estate in Chatham and the nearby towns.
WEALTH MANAGEMENT Chatham Wealth Management 10 Town Square #100, Chatham, NJ 800-472-8086 www.chathamwealth.com Chatham Wealth Management is a SEC registered investment advisor serving high net worth individuals, retirement plans and trusts. Our expert portfolio managers and financial planners average more than 25 years of investment experience.
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IT'S CHATHAM LIVING MAGAZINE'S 2ND YEAR ANNIVERSARY! By Stacey McEvoy
For our 2nd anniversary, we did a round-up of our cover features. Thank you to all who shared their stories with us so that we could bring them to our community. We are truly grateful.
Smile and eat happy with the Bellas family. Our November issue featured Karen and Jimmy Bella's Sorriso Kitchen that serves creative fresh farm-to-table breakfast and lunch while supporting the special needs community. Sorriso means smile in Italian. The inspiration for the name was the Bellas’s son LJ (Lawrence James) who has Down syndrome. Their son Nico, a Chatham High School sophomore, also helps at the restaurant.
Staying strong, believing in miracles and giving back. December brought us the DiMaggio family. The family shared the incredible journey they took when their middle son Michael was hit by a car five years ago. Not only did Michael recover from his injuries, the family started the Annual Michael DiMaggio Blood Drive that happens every December at Chatham High School. 6 | Chatham Living
Three generations of kindness and compassion. In January, we featured the Flemming family. The family’s 50+ year history in the area includes the establishments of Garden Terrace Nursing Home in Chatham and Bottle Hill Tavern in Madison. Truly a family effort, their work in the community has built things that helped and changed the lives of many people in Chatham, Madison and beyond.
The Loofbuorrow Shaw family was featured on our February cover. Jason is the CEO of Perfect Color Ventures, a business started by him and his brother after evolving it from the third generation 75-year-old home decorating family business. Kelly, deeply involved in the schools and in the community, including the Municipal Alliance Committee of the Chathams and the Madison Chatham Coalition, also works in the family business.
Making our communities shine for seniors. Our March cover featured Tri-Town 55+ Coalition, a non-profit, community based organization that partners with representatives of business, non-profit and public agencies to address the quality of life and diverse needs of older adults and their families in Chatham Borough, Chatham Township and Madison Borough.
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The Gupta family shared their story with us in May. Five and a half years ago, Christine had a stillbirth at 38 weeks. Although a cause was never found, Christine and Sid channeled their grief into becoming advocates for paying attention to how and how often babies move during the last trimester of pregnancy. The couple is involved with two nonprofit organizations The Star Legacy Foundation and The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey.
Making the world “heart” safe. The Babbitt family appeared on our April cover. After losing their son John to Sudden Cardiac Death in 2006, JoAnne, Dave and their son Andrew started the John Taylor Babbitt Foundation which has done incredible work in helping to prevent Sudden Cardiac Death through donations of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and funding research. In May 2020, the JTB Walk for Heart that takes place at The Pingry School will celebrate its 14th annual walk.
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Mark and Jen Semioli were on our June cover with their children Mia and Milo. Jen and Mark are familiar faces in the community—most especially to children in Chatham and surrounding towns— as basketball and soccer coaches. Jen played basketball for Duke University and is now a travel coach for the Chatham Basketball Club. Mark played professional soccer for the LA Galaxy and New York/New Jersey Metro Stars, now known as The New York Red Bulls, and is now a travel soccer coach at the Madison Area YMCA.
The Boys of Summer appeared on our July cover. If you took a walk to Shepard Kollack park during the summer and saw men playing softball, you saw the Boys of Summer—the Chatham men’s softball league team at play. Coach Doug Chase of the River Grille team shared some history, traditions and fun about the league.
Our September cover story featured the Michalak family who have enjoyed living in Chatham for the last 21 years. Raising their three children here and opening a flourishing college prep business Breakaway Prep, Rick and Caroline have helped thousands of kids achieve their academic dreams. They shared some thoughts and observations on the college process to help put families at ease.
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The Moskowitz family was our August cover story. Jenny and Dan celebrated their silver anniversary this year as well as their 25th year living in Chatham where they raised their daughter Megan and son Rob. Dan is a co-founder of Chatham Wealth Management, a boutique investment firm in the borough. An active community volunteer, he is a well-known Chatham High School football coach.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Tues., Oct. 1 CHATHAM COMMUNITY SERVICES: EMERGENCY SQUAD
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Mike Lemons of the Chatham Emergency Squad will teach basic first aid and what to do in a medical emergency. www.chathamlibrary.org Friday, October 4 PARTY AT THE POND (TO BENEFIT COVENANT HOUSE, NEW JERSEY) @The Noe Pond Club Time: 7-11pm 395 Southern Boulevard, Chatham, NJ $85 PP Cocktails, live band, hors d’oeurves, silent auction. To purchase tickets or register as a remote bidder in the silent auction, please go to www.cbo.io/CH/tix Sat. Oct. 5, 12, 19, & 28 FARMERS MARKET
@Chatham Train Station Time: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. www.chathamborough.org Sun., Oct. 6 DREW ART ASSOCIATION MULTI-MEDIA ART SHOW @Library of the Chathams Time: 2:15 p.m An opening reception will be held in the Lundt meeting room. The art show may also be viewed during regular library hours throughout the month. www.chathamlibrary.org Sun., Oct 6 OPEN DAY AT THE RED BRICK SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM @Corner of Southern Blvd and Fairmount Ave. Time: 2-4 pm chathamtownshiphistoricalsociety.org Mon., Oct. 7 REMEMBER THE LADIES: WOMEN DURING THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION @Library of the Chathams Time: 7 p.m. Joe Farkas, lecturer and a docent at Washington’s Headquarters in Morristown, will speak about women’s lives during the
Sat., Oct. 19 HALLOWEEN: A HAUNTED HISTORY @Library of the Chathams Time: 2 p.m.
Revolutionary period of our country’s history. www.chathamlibrary.org Tues., Oct. 8 CHATHAM COMMUNITY SERVICES: MORRIS COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER @Library of the Chathams. Time: 11 a.m. What happens when you call 911? Morris County Communications System Analyst Jayme La Jeunesse and a dispatcher will detail how the center operates, focusing on how the 911 system works. www.chathamlibrary.org Thurs. Oct. 10 & 24 CHATHAM TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING
@Chatham Township Municipal Building Time: 7:30 p.m. www.chathamtownship-nj.gov Sat. Oct. 12 FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE
@Chatham Borough Fire House Plaza Time: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. www.chathamborough .org Mon., Oct. 14 PULITZER PRIZE WINNER AMY ELLIS NUTT TO SPEAK @Library of the Chathams Time: 7 p.m. Ms. Nutt will speak about her book Becoming Nicole: The Transformation of an American Family www.chathamlibrary.org Tues., Oct. 15 CHATHAM COMMUNITY SERVICES: POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS @Library of the Chathams Time: 11 a.m. Chatham Borough Police Community Service Officer Brian Colatrella will discuss Operation Reassurance. This is a vital service offered to senior citizens in the Chathams. Peter Glogolich, former Chatham Borough Fire Chief, will give an informative presentation about fire safety. chathamlibrary.org
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Author and lecturer, Kevin Woyce will discuss the strange history of Halloween from Old World Harvest festivals to our modern holiday. Learn about the origins of the Jack O’ Lantern, Orson Welles’ 1938 “War of the “Worlds” radio broadcast, the first monster movies and much more. www.chathamlibrary.org Tues., Oct. 15 & Mon., Oct. 28 CHATHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING @Chatham Borough Hall Time: 7:30 p.m. www.chathamborough.org Sun., Oct. 20 MADISON AREA YMCA THE MIND MATTERS 5K AND 1-MILE FAMILY FUN RUN: MENTALLY HEALTHY, ONE STRIDE AT A TIME www.madisonareaymca.org
Sat., Oct. 26 MADISON AREA YMCA'S 2019 HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR Time: 3 - 5 PM
The annual Halloween Spooktacular costume party is a FREE community event bringing friends together for a great afternoon of Halloween hijinks! This hauntingly fun event includes activities for everyone. All members of the community are invited to come out and enjoy some creepy crafts, an obstacle course, a devilish dance party, bounce houses, healthy Halloween snacks, tricks and much more! $10 suggested donation for nonmembers. Contact Associate Kids Central & Family Programming Director Erin Holt at 973.822.9622 x2222. Register online or in person at the Family Center by Tues., Oct. 22. www.madisonareaymca.org Sat., Oct. 26 PBA HALLOWEEN EVENT Time: 10 a.m.
www.chathamborough.org Thurs., Oct. 31 HALLOWEEN PARADE
@Library of the Chathams Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Meet in the Children’s Room and join the parade around the library grounds. Bring your camera for photo ops with some largerthan-life characters. www.chathamlibrary.org
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Lastly, we all want our teens to be good human beings. Encourage your teen to set a good example through actions that will make him or her a positive influencer. It just might be contagious.
Taking care of the whole teen is vital. Besides making nutritious food choices, maintaining a healthy weight, getting ample sleep and focusing on schoolwork, teens need outlets and interests to help them discover their potential and blossom. Joining clubs and teams is a way for teens to feel like they belong or are a part of something, a key to teen happiness. There’s probably a club out there for everything your daughter or son can think of. But maybe there is a specific cause they believe in that doesn’t have a club—your teen could start one... because every teen has the potential to be a leader! According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, when teens connect with their community, they do better in school, find it easier to stay out of trouble and are less likely to become depressed. Being an active participant paves the way to becoming an independent and successful adult. Finding opportunities at a safe, welcoming, supportive place to develop skills is essential. In our community, the Madison Area YMCA is the place to be for teens. Hundreds of kids in our area think so. Teens are welcome to hang out at the Boszhardt Family Teen Center during the week and attend Teen Scene on Friday nights. Teens can bring friends and make new ones while they connect, explore, experience and try it all.
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CHATHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY 4TH ANNUAL HISTORY & HOPS CELEBRATES MAIN STREET
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Contributed by the Chatham Historical Society hatham’s first Main Street was carved by the Lenni Lenapi tribe as they made their yearly journey from the mountains to the shore and back again. The path they followed was called the Minisink Trail and the river they crossed they called the Fishawack. The first definite settlers in Chatham were John and Daniel Day. They were farmers butbecause of the location of their property near the river, they became merchants. They built Day’s Tavern that was a stopping place for people coming from the east and west. This was the first establishment on Main Street. In 1868, Chathamites were still mainly farmers and the town had a population of about 700 citizens. But the railroad was starting to change things. Trains stopped in Chatham to uncouple cars carrying coal so they could make it up the steep incline to Summit. The trains also brought vacationers to Chatham for its salubrious air. Other trades and businesses were necessary. Hotels and boarding houses were built, Liverymen were needed to take visitors from the depot to the hotels and boarding houses. Horse and wagons were needed to carry freight from the depot to local businesses. Masons, carpenters and plumbers were needed for the new homes being built. By the end of the nineteenth century, Chatham’s Main Street had changed from a dirt path to a bustling small town center. If this story peaked your interest, we invite you to join us at the fourth annual History & Hops event taking place on Fri., Oct. 25 at 7:30 at the Fish & Game Club where the story will continue. Along with vintage Chatham photos and more historical information about Main Street, there will be delicious food, wine and, of course, beer. Live entertainment will be provided by Chatham’s own Mike McLaughlin, Sal Arnuk, and Chris Tomaino Unplugged.See old friends, make new ones and raise your glass to Chatham’s history.Please check out our website for more information and to purchase tickets: www.chathamnjhistoricalsociety.org.
Picturesque Main Street before the south side was developed. The building on the left started as a hardware store in the mid-18th Century and remained one until 1996. The streetscape is still recognizable today. (Courtesy of Chatham Historical Society).
Even in the 1920s, traffic at the intersection at Main and N. Passaic was a problem. Notice the structure near the corner. Known as the “cop in the box,” it provided a place for policemen on duty to wait until they were needed to direct traffic or cross pedestrians. (Courtesy of Chatham Historical Society).
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The best advice we can give to our clients is to plan for the tough times while we are still in the good times. 1)Create an emergency fund that is accessible and liquid so if you hit an unexpected bump in the road you can weather the situation without having to sell investments at a bad time in the market. 2)Diversify your portfolio. Putting together a portfolio with an income component from dividends and interest is a great way to make sure you still have money coming in if something happens to your main source of income. Even if the investments in the portfolio go down in value, the income will continue to come into the account. 3)Create a long-term plan now. When tough times hit many things in your life can turn bad at the same time. The economy slows resulting in lower income or losing a job while the market declines and the value of your house takes a hit. While at the same time, your costs are NOT going down! Planning for your future financial needs during the good times will help you play offense during the bad times as opposed to always being on the defensive when things turn south. At Chatham Wealth Management we work with clients to create, implement and monitor a long-term financial plan and we manage their investments to work toward reaching their life goals. Please visit our website at www. chathamwealth.com or call 800-472-8086 if you would like to meet for a complimentary portfolio review and discuss your financial plan.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT BRACES AND ORTHODONTICS Contributed by Dr. Barbara Fodero, Chatham Orthodontics
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Question: What foods are not okay to eat with braces? Answer: Avoid sticky, chewy foods, like caramel, and hard candy as well as very crispy or crunchy foods, like hard pretzels and really tough pizza crust. These can damage braces and wires, which can cause unnecessary repair appointments and increase your time in treatment. Question: Will I need to wear a retainer after I get my braces off?
ctober is National Orthodontic Health Month! The following are answers to commonly asked questions about orthodontic treatment. Question: How long will I have braces?
Answer: That answer depends on how severely crowded your teeth are and how difficult it is to correct your bite. It can range from 6 months to a few years. Question: Do braces hurt? Answer: It might be uncomfortable or even slightly painful for the first few days after you get braces. By the end of the first week, you’ll adjust to having braces. You might feel a day of discomfort after you have them adjusted, but it won’t be as big of an adjustment as you had getting them initially. Question: How often do I have to go in for checkups with the orthodontist? Answer: In general every 6 to 8 weeks, but your orthodontist will tell you specifically how often is right for you. Question: Does Invisalign work as well as braces? Does it take longer? Answer: Invisalign works as well as braces when patients that wear their clear aligners at least 20-22 hours a day. It will take longer if you don’t. There are some circumstances where braces work better than Invisalign. Consult with an orthodontist to find out which is the best option for you.
Answer: Yes! Otherwise your teeth may shift back. You need to wear a retainer as long as you want straight teeth! Question: Do I still need to see my general dentist when I have braces or Invisalign? Answer: Before starting orthodontic treatment you should see your dentist to make sure your gums are healthy and there are no cavities. During orthodontic treatment you should see your dentist at least every six months. If you struggle with brushing or have a history of tooth decay, you should see your dentist every three months while in braces. Question: What do you do about a mouthguard with braces? Answer: There are over the counter mouthguards that are designed specifically for braces. Consult with your orthodontist on the particular mouthguard that is best for you. Question: Will braces affect playing a wind instrument? Answer: Braces will not adversely affect your ability to play a wind instrument. Question: What can cause me to be in treatment longer? Answer: If you are constantly breaking your braces or not wearing your rubber bands as prescribed your treatment will take longer. In addition, missing your appointments or continuously re-scheduling appointments, particularly last minute, can prolong treatment.
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10 QUESTIONS WITH. . . . SAM FEHER By Elizabeth Guckian
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his month, our “10 Questions” feature is with Samantha Feher, the Editorial Assistant and Assistant to the Editor-in-Chief at Cosmopolitan Magazine. Samantha grew up in Chatham Township, where she lived with her family before recently moving to New York City. After graduating from Chatham High School in 2015, Samantha attended Elon University, where she graduated with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Multimedia Authoring. Samantha is also a social media influencer (@samanthafeher), using her creativity and passion for fashion to inspire and connect with larger audiences. What does your job entail and what are your day-to-day responsibilities? I’m definitely a Jack of All Trades at my job. As the editorial assistant AND assistant to the Editor-in-Chief at Cosmo, I assist not just Jess (our EIC) with her day-to-day tasks, but also the entire rest of the team. Plus, I get to write for the site and the magazine! There’s a lot that goes into it, but it’s super rewarding because I learn something new every day How did you end up in your current job?
I always knew I wanted to work at a magazine, and from the age of seven, I wanted to be the “Editor-in-Chief of Cosmo, specifically.” In college I studied Journalism and Multimedia Authoring, and I used internship/freelance experience on top of my formal education to prepare myself for the exact job I have today (I had really done my research). I graduated one semester early because I knew that if the spot opened up and I couldn’t apply, I’d regret it forever. As luck would have it, the position became available two weeks before my graduation date, and I applied right away. Here I am today! What are the most challenging and the most rewarding parts of your job? The most challenging part of my job is the inability to “turn it off.” I definitely have work on the brain 100% of the time. But the truth is, I don’t even mind it that much because every part is rewarding. When you work at a brand like Cosmo, it’s easy to remember why you worked so hard to get here in the first place. It’s just a special place to be. Why did you choose this career? I chose this career because I love to write, and because I love to connect with people. Cosmo offers me the unique ability to connect through writing with people I really relate to—young women—on a massive scale.
How did your Chatham education help you get to where you are today? I had wonderful teachers at Chatham High. Deloatch, Meguerian, Gagliardi, Cordano and Henderson are standouts. These teachers didn’t necessarily worry about my performance on tests and quizzes—they just pushed me and challenged me in all the right ways. I think they seriously helped me create the person I am today. You're a social media influencer. How did that happen, and what do you love most about it? It was a total accident! A picture of mine was reposted on a popular account when I was 18, and from there, things kind of spiraled (upwards, I guess)! There are two things I love about being an influencer: having a large platform on which I can promote causes I believe in, and the ability to connect with people I’d otherwise never meet! Who are your fashion role models/inspirations? Bella Hadid, retro Elton John, Alexander Wang…I’m kind of all over the place. My wardrobe is very versatile and I draw inspiration from every part of the spectrum because I love to experiment. Constant transformation is essential to my look. What’s your favorite app? Insight Timer — it’s a meditation app. My brain has this wicked way of constantly moving at top speed, so simple meditations are a great way to stop… thinking. What’s one item you can’t live without? My mom’s high school class ring. It’s just super sentimental to me. My mom is my best friend in the world, and she gave this to me when I was in high school – I haven’t taken it off since! What’s a perfect day in Chatham for you? A backyard BBQ at my parents’ place. There’s nothing better than a warm, sunny afternoon at the Feher household. Dad’s on the grill, Mom’s on… everything else. Classic rock is on the Sonos and I’m surrounded by friends and family. There’s probably some kind of cornhole situation going on, and everyone is eating and drinking and laughing. It’s when I’m happiest to be alive. October 2019 | 17
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Fellow Newcomers took a break from back to school activities and met for a Couples’ Night Out at Charley’s Aunt for casual drinks and bites on their bistro patio. September, Book Club kicked off with a discussion of The 5 Love Languages, The Secret to Love that Lasts by Gary Chapman. Light bites, drinks and insightful discussion were had by all. Also in September, the ladies were stretched and toned at Club Pilates in Madison during a 50-minute workout class. Every year, our well-attended and anticipated event of the year is our Fall Socials event. This year we will be celebrating Oktoberfest with DJ, food, drinks and games on Sat., Oct. 5 at 7:30 pm. “Prost!” Joining and registering for events like these is easy and can be done online: https://www.meetup.com/Chatham-Newcomersand-Social-Club/events. Even if you’ve been in town for only a few days or for many years, we have many new as well as seasoned Chatham residents in our membership. Annual fees are $45/FAMILY. Also check out our website at https://www.chathamnewcomers. com, follow us on Instagram (search: chathamnewcomerssocial) and like our Facebook page (search: Chatham Newcomers and Social Club) to see our upcoming events and photos October 2019 | 19
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PUTTING FOOD BY IN YESTERYEARS Contributed by Patricia Wells, Chatham Township Historical Society
commonly used today. This jar had a threaded neck and a flat metal lid with its attached gasket. The lid was held on by a reusable metal ring.
Ad for fruit press and cherry stoner made by Enterprise Manufacturing Co of PA, Philadelphia. (Courtesy of Chatham Township Historical Society)
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Since fruits and vegetables were often ready for harvest all at once, your mother would have embraced timesaving kitchen devices. Sargent’s Gem Food Chopper, patented in 1892, was a favorite. The hand cranked chopper screwed onto the edge of the kitchen table and had several different blades, producing different cuts. It could chop vegetables, puree fruit, and turn meat into sausage. The design was so simple and useful, it was widely used until similar electric devices replaced it in the late 1940s. Devices such as apple peelers, cherry stoners, food mills, food presses and breadmakers were invented and patented. The cherry stone shown here allowed the cook to load cherries into the hopper, turn the wheel, and separate the cherry stones from the fruit. This significantly sped up an otherwise tedious task. A perusal of historic cookbooks shows housewives wasted little. Vegetables were made into pickles, fruits into juices, jams and jellies. Corn cobs could produce a sweet jelly and watermelon rind, cantaloupe slices and pumpkin cubes could be turned into delicious sweet pickles. At the end of the season green tomatoes were made into pickles or marmalade.
Vintage ad for the Universal Food Chopper (Courtesy of Chatham Township Historical Society)
Early Mason Jars were proudly stamped with the patent date Nov 30, 1858. (Courtesy of Chatham Township Historical Society)
Stop by the Red Brick Schoolhouse Museum at 24 Southern Boulevard to see vintage kitchen goods and old cookbooks. The museum is open the first Sunday of every month from 2-4 pm or by appointment. Chathamtownshiphistoricalsociety.org.
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ARE YOU RUNNING YOURSELF INTO THE GROUND?
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Running is a very common form of exercise. And why not, just throw on a pair of sneakers and go, right? Well not really. Chances are if you run even just a few miles a week just to stay in shape or if your training for a marathon, you’re very likely to sustain an injury. Here are a few points to help you avoid a running injury: 1. Listen to what your body is telling you. Every step counts. Running is an athletic endeavor, which when done properly, involves body, mind and spirit. 2. Landing softly -- With the impact of up to 6 x your body weight being transmitted through your bones each time your foot strikes the ground, purposefully focusing on a softer landing is one of the key form improvements to focus on. The common belief is that a runner is able to land softer if they are striking on or falling forward onto the forefoot. However, some notable distance runners have successfully avoided injury with a soft heel landing despite the traditional forefoot landing training. 3. Cadence-- Cadence is how many steps you take per minute. This is important because the correct cadence can limit overstriding. Overstriding can lead to muscular strains and tendonitis. A cadence of 180 steps per minute has been shown to be optimal for avoiding overstriding and maintaining a good speed.
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ART LEAGUE OF THE CHATHAMS HAPPENINGS Contributed by Ann Frommer, Art League of the Chathams
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FTC brings together 9th-12th graders who have a passion for engineering and technology. The competition requires teams to design and construct robots that complete in challenges that vary from year to year and are determined by FTC game designers. For example, in last year’s game, teams were tasked with depositing cubes and wiffle balls into the proper space. Beyond the technical aspect, the program also requires teams to learn hands-on lessons regarding how to connect with our communities, through mentorship, education, and sponsorship. Under the leadership of our Robotics Coach Julie Ryan, the program has had incredible success since its formation in 2015.
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Customized Medications For patient’s specific Needs Our state-of-the-art compounding lab enables us to provide customized medications in a variety of dosage forms for adult, pediatric and veterinary patients. Highly trained pharmacists and technicians. Specialties: Customized hormone replacement therapy Pain management • Hospice care • Sports medicine Pediatric dosage forms • Veterinary compounding
Both teams advanced to the State Championship where we competed against the top 30% of the teams in New Jersey. One team advanced past this championship as a high-level award winner to the Eastern Super Regional Championship in Scranton, PA, where we competed against top 7% of the teams from Maine to West Virginia. For the past two years, CHS teams advanced to the World Championship in Detroit, MI. Only 2% of teams make it to this high level of competition! At all competitions, both teams won various awards related to excellence in engineering, programming and community involvement. Additionally, Coach Julie Ryan was recognized for her commitment to the success of both teams. They have experienced exponential growth due to their success, nearly quadrupling in size since their first season, and have achieved gender parity. As a component of their work, team members are tasked with finding mentors and sponsors from the community to support the team throughout the season. If you work in any STEM field (such as engineering or computer science) and would be interested in video chatting or coming into our classroom to speak with the teams about your experience, we would love to connect with the Chatham community! These meetings will be held throughout the school year. If you are interested, please email Emily Lamb at emilylamb@chatham-nj.orgor Coach Julie Ryan at jryan@chatham-nj.org.
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