September 2019
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Publisher: John White Content Coordinator: Stacey McEvoy Designer: Tom Zielinski Contributing Photography: Christine Loy www.christineloyphotography.com christineloyphotography@gmail.com
The summer is over. I know...it's sad. I hope people don't throw late season peaches at me for saying this: I'm not all that broken up that summer is in my rear view mirror--autumn truly is my favorite time of year. There's nothing better than fall foliage, a trip to the apple orchard in a comfy sweater, baking a pumpkin pie (although I do believe that the pumpkin spice market has gone off the rails) and to be on the sidelines of a few good fall games. Our September cover story features 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. Turn to page 6 to meet them.
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On page 11, our Expert Contributor real estate agent Marianne Slamm penned a piece (I love the title) "Is it Time to Take Down the Wallpaper?" in which she talks to you about how to get your house refreshed, decluttered and picture perfect to sell...or simply enjoy.
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I learned something from our Expert Contributor Liberty Drug & Surgical. Have you ever heard of cosmeceutical compounding for skin rejuvenation? Your dermatologist can actually discuss your skin's specific needs with a compounding specialist pharmacist who uses scientific research and pharmaceutical grade ingredients to compound a product. Wow. Information about the Fountain of Youth is on page 19. It’s not easy to accept your “new normal” if you are diagnosed with a chronic illness. Finding a support network is vital. Expert Contributor Joe Gonsalves of the Madison Area YMCA shares some thoughts on page 22. Meet a celebrity who grew up in Chatham! Our "10 Questions" feature is with Ali Leberfinger, an anchor, reporter, and host on a variety of radio and television programs. Ali is the traffic anchor during The Michael Kay Show on ESPN, and has also been on NY Country 94.7, z100, and New Jersey 101.5, to name a few. Turn to page 20. Read all about 10-year-old hockey player Will Ferchak, our Sports Spotlight feature, on page 12. Enjoy the start of autumn and get ready for pumpkin spice EVERYTHING! 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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We are a collective of top-notch teachers and counselors who have all have spent more time than we should admit with SATs, ACTs, Subject tests, college essays, college lists: You name it, we’ve worked with it. We offer one of the most deeply resourced and experienced teams in the world of test prep and college admissions.
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
Whether we come to your home, meet in a convenient location for you, or you come to our Springfield, NJ showroom, we help you find high-quality flooring that fits your lifestyle at prices that fit your budget.
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.
Law Offices of Rosemary Stone-Dougherty A Limited Liability Company
LEGAL REAL ESTATE Rosemary Stone-Dougherty, Esq. NJ & FL Bar Member 54 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 973-635-0300
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Chatham MediSpa is a full service medical spa offering non-invasive services Legal Services offered: such as Botox, Dermal Fillers, Skin Laser treatments, SculpSure, and more. • Real Estate Purchases/Sales • Estate Planning • Refinancesoffers exceptional legal assistance Based in Chatham, Rosemary proudly Landlord/Tenant Disputes • Land Use/Variance Applications • Probate• Collection Led by renowned facial plastics specialist, Dr. Oleh Slupchynskyj, we are at• the for your real estate transactions. To Rosemary, the key to success is keeping cutting-edge of facial anti-aging techniques, such as Fat Transfers and Non- 973-635-0300 • 54 Main Chatham, NJ 07928 you informed and St., educated, while protecting you as you move forward Surgical Facelifts. www.rsdlawfirm.org rsdlawfirm@aol.com through the legal•processes of buying, selling, or making improvements to your home.
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 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.
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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 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.
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Test prep and college counseling Phone: 973-457-1150 Contact: Rick Michalak, Owner Email: rickm@breakawayprep.com
WHERE FAMILIES ARE FIRST Families matter to the attorneys at DHKW, who recognize that family law cases require sensitivity and financial sophistication. DHKW provides both support for the emotional and psychological impact of divorce and the expertise to plan for their clients’ financial wellbeing. DHKW has vast experience in negotiating, mediating, arbitrating, and litigating cases involving divorce, custody, parenting time, alimony, division of assets, and liabilities, as well as domestic violence and appeals. The firm’s partners include former and current chairs of the Essex and Morris County Bar Associations’ family law committees, a former Morris County Bar Association president and Morris County Bar Foundation president, and a current officer of the New Jersey State Bar Association’s Family Law Executive committee and the Morris County Bar Association. Three of the firm’s partners are New Jersey court-approved mediators and three are AAML-certified family law arbitrators. Phyllis S. Klein, Esq. and Stephanie Frangos Hagan, Esq.
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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RESIDENT FEATURE
MEET THE MICHALAK FAMILY By Stacey McEvoy
Photos by Christine Loy Photography and courtesy of the Michalak family
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wenty-one years ago, the Michalak family moved to Chatham from the Midwest. “Chatham felt like home right away,” says Caroline. “We moved in at a time when a lot of new families were coming here with their small children, and we met so many nice couples through the Newcomers Club,” she says noting that most of their best friends now are originally from the Chatham Newcomers & Social Club— which is still a great source for people to meet friends in Chatham.
in Curriculum Development at DePaul University and taught 6th grade in the Chicago suburbs. Four years later, the family moved to St. Louis, MO, for two years for Rick to try his hand at Edison Brothers. As they had started their family, Caroline was busy with the first two of the couple’s three children.
Caroline and Rick met in 1984 in Chicago while attending Northwestern University. Rick grew up on the south side of Chicago, and Caroline grew up in the suburbs of Cleveland. Shortly after graduating in 1986, Rick began teaching at The Princeton Review in Chicago and quickly moved to managing the Chicago area operations for nine years. Caroline graduated in 1988 and worked in freelance commercial production for a couple of years.
In 1998, the family moved to Chatham when The Princeton Review asked Rick to come back to the company and work in New York to oversee North American Operations where he remained for 10 years.
After marrying in 1991, the couple lived in Lake Forest, IL, while working and pursuing advanced degrees. Rick earned his MBA at Northwestern University. Caroline earned her Master’s degree
“We have had a lovely 20 years living on Oak Drive. The neighbors were immediately welcoming” Caroline says. “Some very nice families have moved in over the past few years, but we still have
Rick and Caroline chose Chatham because they knew a friend from college that grew up here, and thought it would be a good place to start looking. Caroline house hunted for one day and bought the fourth house she visited.
many great neighbors who have been on Oak for over 20 years.” The couple’s three children attended Chatham’s public schools from kindergarten through high school graduation, and Caroline was an active volunteer in the district. She also has served as a substitute teacher and paraprofessional. Olivia, 23, graduated from Vassar College and now lives and works in Manhattan. Sofie, 22, graduated from Skidmore College and will be moving to Austria in the fall to teach English to high schoolers. Jack, 19, just started his second year at the University of Chicago. The family also includes Louie, a 10-yearold mixed breed dog, who thinks he’s the “town crier” and a 5-year-old tabby cat named Lester. After parting ways with The Princeton Review, Rick started his own standardized test prep company Breakaway Prep in Chatham 13 years ago. Breakaway Prep specializes in private tutoring for the ACT and SAT, individual subject tests and AP tests. The company also offers college admissions counseling. Currently, 50-60 tutors and specialists work with students throughout the area suburbs. Caroline joined the team 11 years ago to help with accounts receivable and the managerial end of the business. “It’s been great helping thousands of kids achieve their academic dreams,” says Rick.
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Sharing thoughts about the exciting yet daunting journey of getting into college, Rick says, “I have been in this business for some 33 years and during that time, the stress level that students and their parents feel about the college application process has increased dramatically. But Chatham parents don’t have to subject themselves and their kids to that insanity. There are 3,500 colleges and universities in the United States. The
old saying, “If you can write a check, you can go to college,� holds true for the vast majority of those schools. And while the competition is tough for the top schools in the country, you (Chatham mom and dad) have done a lot already to help your kids along.� Rick offers some observations. “We don’t have to live in Chatham and pay the taxes that we do just so our kids can go to one of the best high schools in the state. But we do. And we don’t have to travel up and down the East Coast so our kids can go to every showcase for lacrosse, field hockey, football and cross country or attend camps/tourneys, debate, do forensics, robotics, play cello or attend Boy/Girl Scout conferences and leadership conferences, etc. just so our kids can be the best ____ (fill in the blank). But we do. And we don’t have to hire SAT tutors and math, science or history tutors just so our kids can ace the SAT or get an A in Mr. Meguerian’s Gov/Pol class. But we do,� he says. And then, Rick wraps it up in three sentences that might help put some families more at ease: “At the end of the day, our kids are going to go to great colleges because our kids are highly desirable students. Good, smart, hard-working kids are still in demand at top schools all over the country. So give yourselves, and your kids, a breather. We’ve all earned it.� When Rick is not prepping kids to take assessments, he plays golf any chance he gets. Caroline enjoys taking painting classes at the Visual Arts Center in Summit. Two things that the whole family can agree on is that they are foodies and big fans of the Adirondacks. “We love to try any new restaurants in the area— near or far. “We are loving Sorriso Kitchen these days,� says Caroline. “Our favorite thing to do is travel to the Adirondacks and relax by a lake and enjoy the mountains and the quiet,� says Rick.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
September
Sun., Sept. 1 RED BRICK SCHOOL HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN DAY TO VISIT @the Red Brick Schoolhouse Museum (corner of Fairmount Ave. and Southern Blvd.) Time: 2-4 p.m.
Fri., Sept. 6 & 20 CHATHAM TOWNSHIP RECYCLING www.chathamtownship-nj.gov
FARMERS MARKET
Wed., Sept. 4 & 18
Time: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
GEN Y AND OTHERS JOB SEARCH AND NETWORKING GROUP @Library of the Chathams
Mon. Sept. 9
Time: 7:30 p.m. The group is a forum dedicated to Generation Y young adults and others interested in job search, networking and career development. www.chathamlibrary.org Thurs., Sept. 5, 12,19 & 26 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE @Library of the Chathams Time: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. For those wanting to improve their English language skills. Language Education and Resources Network and volunteer tutors will conduct the program for 8 weeks which continues into October. Students will be divided into small groups by skill level. Books will be provided. Register online, in person or call (973) 635-0603. Fee: Free www.chathamlibrary.org
Time: 10:30 a.m. Instructor Tory Stroker, Registered Dietician of ShopRite, Chatham, will Discuss adding veggie noodles to your diet as an alternative to wheat and rice dishes. Call Center to sign up (973) 635-4565
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
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@Senior Center of the Chathams Time: 10:30 a.m.
Thurs. Sept. 12 & 26
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CHATHAM TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING
Mon. Sept. 9 SOCIAL SECURITY WORKSHOP: 67 IS THE NEW 65 @Library of the Chathams Retired human resources professional Neil Berger will present a Social Security workshop. Topics such as how much you can earn in a year and still collect Social Security benefits; whether you can collect benefits on your ex-spouse’s work record and when you should apply will be discussed in laymen’s terms. Sign up online or call (973) 635-0603. www.chathamlibrary.org
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Time: 7:30 p.m. www.chathamtownship-nj.gov Fri., Sept. 13-Tues., Dec. 3 THE ART LEAGUE OF THE CHATHAMS FALL EXHIBIT Cost: Free Solo show of paintings by Debora Thedinga. The exhibit NJ & Beyond-Landscape Paintings will open with a reception 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13 at the Lundt-Glover Gallery. Art is available for sale. The building is handicapped accessible. For more information, call 973-635-0845.
Sunday, Sept. 15 WATERWORKS ARTISTS’ EXHIBIT @Library of the Chathams Time: 2:15 - 4 p.m. The Networks Artists will hold a show of their watercolor and acrylic paintings representing the work of Lyle Brehm of Summit, Sandra MacTernan of Summit, Ann Piekarz of Berkeley Heights, George Polazzi of Bloomingdale, Gail Silver of Short Hills and Jill Vondervor-Frank of Maplewood. The show will be available for viewing on Sat., Sept. 6, and an opening reception for the artists, sponsored by the Friends of the Library, will be held Sun., Sept. 15. All are welcome to attend. The show may also be viewed during regular library hours throughout the month. www.chathamlibrary.org
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NUTRITION SERIES: VEGGIE NOODLES, AN ALTERNATIVE TO WHEAT AND RICE
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CHATHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING @Chatham Borough Hall
Tues. Sept. 10
Sat., Sept. 7, 14, 21, & 28
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Thurs. Sept 19 FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING @Senior Center of the Chathams Time: 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Provided by Ascend Healthcare. Walk-ins welcome www.chathamseniorcenter .org
Fri., Sept. 20 @1 p.m. and Tues., Sept. 23 @ 7:15 p.m.
Tues. Sept. 24
ITALIAN CONVERSATION GROUP
WHAT IS CANNABIDIOL (CBD) AND WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
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Luciana Santoriello and Frank Foca will moderate Italian discussion groups.
Time: 7 p.m. Alan Brown, owner of and compounding pharmacist at Liberty Drug in Chatham, will discuss the medical effects of Cannabidiol (CBD), a legal, non-addictive, non-psychoactive compound derived from the hemp plant. Benefits of using CBD help provide relief from pain, anxiety, inflammation, stress, insomnia, seizures and headaches.
www.chathamlibrary.org Fri., Sept. 20 CONSERVATION 7 STEWARDSHIP AT TURTLEBACK ZOO @Senior Center of the Chathams
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Time: 12:30 p.m. Caring for animals at the Turtleback Zoo (TBZ) in Essex County goes deeper than just feeding and cleaning. This presentation will cover the history of zoos in general and Turtleback Zoo specifically; the evolution of TBZ’s conservation, education and research mission; and what the zoo does to protect and serve the
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Wildlife locally and globally. Please call the Center to sign up.
Join Dr. Miriam Hillman PT, DPT, CKTP of Professional Physical Therapy for this highly informative and interactive seminar that will educate the audience on methods to prevent injury as well as improve power, strength and speed in your sport!
Mon., Sept. 23 MEDICARE 101
IMPROVING YOUR ATHLETIC APTITUDE: TRAIN SMART TO AVOID INJURY @Madison Area YMCA, 111 Kings Road in Madison Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
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Time: 12:30 p.m. This presentation will cover the five parts of Medicare – Parts A, B, C, D and E. It will also present the different ways in which to get your Medicare insurance and what are the rights of Medicare beneficiaries. Presented by Mark Schunzel, Humana. Call the center to sign up. www.chathamseniorcenter.org
Fri., Sept. 27 BLOOD DRIVE
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@Madison Area YMCA Time: 1–7 p.m. www.madisonareaymca.org Sun. Sept 29 THE JERSEY TOMATO FROM CHERRY TO BEEFSTEAK
Mon. Sept. 23 “LOCK DOWN” WITH AUTHOR NANCY KISLIN
@Chatham Twp. Municipal Building, 58 Meyersville Road
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Time: 2 p.m.
Time: 7 p.m. Nancy Kislin, LCSW, will offer a presentation about her book “Lock Down: Talking to Your Kids About School Violence.” “Lock Down” is an unprecedented professional insight and critical therapeutic guide to help parents, teachers, school administrators and social service professionals successfully nurture and heal children in the era of school shootings.
The presentation will be given by Judith KrallRusso, followed by a tomato tasting. www.chathamtownshiphistoricalsociety.org
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THE CHATHAMS: DEDICATED TO CLEAN ENERGY AND A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Contributed by Kara Sibilia, MyChathamNJ
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n recent years, New Jersey has been making strides to address and alleviate the impact of greenhouse gas emissions for its residents. According to NJ.gov, NJ’s emissions goal is down 80% from 2006, with a baseline goal set for 2050. This past June, Governor Phil Murphy announced that the state will return to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) as of January 1, 2020. The RGGI is the first mandatory marketbased program in the United States dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions;a cooperative effort among the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont and shortly, New Jersey– a huge win for the state in its transition to a sustainable, low carbon economy.
According to the Centre for Sustainable Development, out of Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, the concept of a “sustainable community” is more than just one type of neighborhood, town or region, “rather it is continually adjusting to meet the social and economic needs of its residents while preserving the environment's ability to support it.” It is evident that The Chathams remain committed to this concept, not only through awards won (2018 Sustainability Champion and Sustainable Community Certification), but also through events and initiatives that bring public awareness to these efforts. One of the largest accomplishments put forth through Chatham’s local government and partners dedicated toward the betterment of environment and quality of life is the Annual Sustainability Fair. This year marks the 5thyear that Chatham has run this event – its goal being to model the New Jersey state initiative of implementing a carbon free economy. “(The Chathams) have always been interested and engaged in the environment and the well-being of our residents. It was this realization that was the trigger and the beginning of our Sustainability Fair,”offers Chatham Borough Council Member Victoria Fife. Janice Piccolo, Director of Community Services for Chatham Borough and Sustainability Fair co-chair notes, “We are making the fair more robust in 2019 with category-centered vendors and sections.” This year the fair is broken down thematically, focusing on the following areas: Sustainable Health and Wellness, Sustainable Food and Waste Management, Sustainable Community Development and Sustainable Environmental Management. A key component of the fair’s outreach is sustainable community development, with “Quiet Communities” being a main element. Quiet Communities, Inc. is a non-profit organization supporting efforts to make communities cleaner, quieter and safer for everyone. Sustainability Fair co-chair and Quiet Communities NJ Representative, Julie Kolehouse-Diplas, says, “The state of NJ is currently committed to transitioning power sources to renewable energy –
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solar, wind, etc. and away from fossil-fuel based sources of electricity.” Chatham’s Sustainability Fair brings in companies and non-profit organizations dedicated to these initiatives to educate and inform area residents. Kolehouse-Diplas continues, “(The) key to sustainability is adaptation. This means that climate change resiliency is a (major) component to every community’s sustainability. To that end, the goal of this year’s Sustainability Fair is to offer the community of The Chathams a comprehensive program to further the state’s goal to achieve a carbon free economy by 2050. It is critical that government, businesses – both profit and non – as well as representatives from organizations in the broader community have the opportunity to share, collaborate and implement goals to achieve full community participation and, thereby, the most comprehensive education outreach possible to truly move forward sustainably.”
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Contributed by Marianne Slamm uring these past few months, I’ve spent a lot of time with clients who must ready their homes for sale. Some clients were more ready than others. Still, the one thing they all had in common was the many hours they spent getting their homes picture perfect. Standard operating procedure for my clients includes a one- to two-hour meeting with a stager. The stager prepares a laundry list of all tasks that require completion before the house can be photographed even before it goes on the market. From decluttering counters and closets, to painting or taking down wallpaper, to landscaping and deep cleaning: All these tasks are fair game.
clean your office, rid a kitchen drawer of all its mismatched Tupperware. Tackling these easy items up front builds confidence and keeps you going. I may not have immediate plans to move this year or next, but I’m set on enjoying a nicely staged, decluttered home. It beats putting the last fluffy pillow on the sofa and never getting the chance to sit on it. A ready-to-move mindset can get our homes to picture perfect. And because we’re staying put, we still get to reap the benefits. Contact me at 973.376.0033 or 973.216.1912 for information about the current Real Estate Market in Chatham and surrounding areas or to make an appointment.
As I watched my clients’ lists grow, my thoughts turned homeward. What would the stager say about my house? How ready would it be? How would she fill my to-do list? I decided to find out, and the decision turned out to be a good one. Suddenly I was faced with my own laundry list. Pull down wallpaper. Swap out the more antique of my antique furniture and heavy drapes. Roll up the oriental rug. The stager was brutally honest. It took some getting used to, but I soon began to envision the transformation as the stager left me with these helpful takeaways: Ask for help. You can’t do everything alone. Set a budget and identify trusted professionals. Do what you can and call in reinforcements for the remainder. Set goals. Go room-to-room to itemize your workload. Schedule trade and service providers in advance to meet your deadlines. Recognize that some work may be affected by weather or logistics. Be patient. This all takes time. Enlist your family. SOS everyone…including your kids. If they’re like mine, they’re apartment dwellers. They reject toting their baby blankets, high school yearbooks, sports equipment, American Girl dolls or Legos to their new digs. Still, they stop short of trashing them. Instead, they want you to store them. Donate items. Choose an organization and donate things you no longer need. A worthwhile endeavor, engineering donations takes time. Factor that into your logistics planning. Sort and shred. Paper can be a huge problem. My tax returns from 1996 are now in a bag for shredding! They’ll be headed to The Senior Center of the Chathams, which sponsors free onsite shredding every April and October. Start simple. Replace the spread and shams on your bed, reupholster the dining room chairs, clear off the bookshelf,
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.
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SPORTS SPOTLIGHT: WILL FERCHAK
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By Elizabeth Guckian en-year-old Will Ferchak is well on his way to hockey superstardom. As a second-year player on the Squirt Major Team for the New Jersey Devils Youth Hockey Organization, Will has blossomed into quite the distinguished player.
First inspired by his father's passion for the game, Will started hockey lessons at age three-and-a-half, one year after his first skating lessons. Since then, Will has lived and breathed hockey, devoting almost all of his free time to the sport. While he’s been playing for five seasons on the Devils Youth Program, he previously played for two years on the New Jersey Colonials Mini Mite Program. Will also plays for Chatham Hockey, where he enjoys spending time with his Chatham friends, and on various elite tournament teams that travel around the East Coast, including the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Knights, Connecticut Junior Rangers, Hockey Essentials, and the Boston Junior Whalers. Tryouts for these teams become more and more competitive each year, which is a testimony to Will’s sheer skill and dedication. He's also considered a AAA or Tier 1 level player, which is the top competition level available to youth hockey players in the United States. This means Will is playing among the best talent in his age group, but he loves the competitive spirit of the game and enjoys making friends who share his passion for the sport. “Will is an outstanding skater,” says Matt Gualtieri, Will's NJ Devils Youth Coach last season on the Squirt Minor Team. “He has great hands and the ability to score goals. What impressed me the most about him during the season was his improvement in his ability to see the ice. He consistently passes on his line and has a strong ability to read the play both offensively and defensively.” However, none of this merit comes without a great deal of hard work and time commitment. During hockey season, Will spends six days on the ice per week, averaging 90 to 120 minutes a day. Sometimes he has a game or multiple games plus a practice in the same day, and sometimes this involves driving hours from one rink to the next. Even in the few weeks of the
year that are considered off season, Will's hockey hustle does not stop; he fills his schedule with various hockey camps and private lessons that focus on power skating, shooting, skills, and drills. A student at Lafayette School, Will proves himself to be just as much of a strategic thinker off the ice as on it. An avid reader, Will continuously reads books that focus on hockey plays and strategies, and memorizes stats of various NHL teams. His mother Laura says, “He is always thinking about his next move, similar to a chess player.” Looking toward the future, Will has some big aspirations: Since a very young age, he has expressed interest in playing hockey for Delbarton and Boston College. “We have been to several games at both schools and he always leaves the rink by saying that, ‘soon enough it will be me playing here,’” Laura says. “While we know how difficult that path may be, Will believes that you can do anything you put your mind to and that certain things are meant to be.”
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CHATHAM NEWCOMERS: MEN'S POKER NIGHT, BOOK CLUB AND LADIES' NIGHT OUT Chatham Newcomers and Social Club men's poker night at Mike Barber's home (L-R): Ken Miller, Alex Chaykin, Taposh Bari, Matt Kahn, Sam Garrett, James Lee, Sean Lyng, Dan Lockwood (Courtesy of Chatham Newcomers and Social Club)
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Contributed by Chatham Newcomers and Social Club ummer fun was had by all at events hosted by Chatham Newcomers and Social Club! The men let the games begin with a Texas Hold’em style poker event with a side game of foosball. Then, Newcomers hosted a well-attended book club discussing Howard Stern Comes Again and a Ladies’ Night Out at Providence Bar & Kitchen in New Providence.
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can be challenging for a coach to implement due to practice time constraints and each player’s specific needs. Our team of Physical Therapists (PT’s) are specifically trained to identify these weaknesses and implement an injury prevention program or if an injury had occurred, guide your young athlete back to playing again.
PREVENTING FALL SPORTS INJURIES
Additionally, back pain, hip strains, knee, Achilles and shoulder tendinitis as well as foot / ankle sprains are other common Fall sports non-contact injuries. Space limits us from discussing all of these injuries but we can help you with more specific information including symptom identifiers, causes and key exercises for prevention and recovery.
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Visit:https://www.professionalptandtraining.com/fall-sportsinjury-guide Here are some general tips and considerations:
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• Many pains your child may be experiencing are due to a steep incline in sport training intensity to which the body cannot adapt especially during the pre-teen and teen development years as muscles, tendons, joints and ligaments are still growing. If not addressed early, young athletes may not be able to catch up for the entire season.
all is a time when lots of things quickly swing back into action. This rapid restart also increases the likelihood of injuries from participation in Fall sports traditionally including soccer, football, field hockey, volleyball, cross country and girls tennis. Additionally, many sports are now played year round including baseball, lacrosse, basketball, and hockey. This adds an additional risk for injuries to your young athlete.
• There is no substitute for rest. Rest, Rehab and Recover (RRR) now while the season is young or you may be sitting out for the championship game. • Sleep is imperative for healing. This is when the body releases growth hormone.
Sports injuries are classified into two categories; contact injuries and non-contact injuries. Contact Inj uries are just as the name implies. They are due to a collision on the field / court with someone or something. A broad topic to be discussed at another time.
• Good form will improve game performance and prevent training injuries. • Play the sports that are in season. Playing a specific sport for more than eight months of the year can increase the likelihood of injury.
But did you know that non-contact injuries can be very severe and season ending? Take the common injury to the infamous Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and sometimes its two cohorts—the medial collateral ligament (MCL) and medial meniscus. Together, these are often called the “unhappy triad” as this combined injury to three structures of the knee usually means the end of the season, surgery and possibly missing a winter sport too.
• Avoid playing on multiple teams for the same sport in one season. • Ice painful areas for twenty minutes. Heat is rarely recommended for these injuries. • Over the counter anti-inflammatories and pain medications have side effects and may actually delay healing. Consult your doctor.
How can such a devastating injury happen without a collision? They occur when athletes cannot control their own momentum. For example, when a player attempts to make a sudden stop or change of direction, the foot may plant, but the knee and upper body may not be able to slow down enough to make that change or maintain correct alignment of in this case the knee. This results in sheer or excess torque of a joint, ending in a ruptured ACL, MCL and medial meniscus. So a young athletes ability to control their momentum is key in preventing injuries. Interestingly, many of the muscles controlling this deceleration and positioning of the knee are not all even around the knee. They are in the hip, ankle and core muscles which may make weak links in the bodies movement chain hard to identify. Some great preventative programs are available; although, they
• Playing through an injury will decrease performance, increase the overall time to recover and possibly be a detriment to the team. • Untreated or incompletely treated injuries for adolescents can cause earlier need for surgery as a young adult. More resources on this vast and important subject are offered including Sport Specific Injury Reports, access to our Understanding Sports Injuries Podcast, article citations and schedule your young athlete for a complementary Athletic Aptitude Assessment. To access all of these great resources, simply visit: www.professionalptandtraining.com/fall-sportsinjury-guide
Common Non-Contact Sports Injuries Injury
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Common to Sport
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Lumbar strain
Pain in the low back Pain in the front of the hip usually with running
Field Hockey, Volleyball, Tennis, Lacrosse
Consistent bending down
Patellar tendinitis
Pain just below the knee cap with running or jumping
Tennis, Volleyball, Cross Country
Hip Flexor strain
ACL Injury Severs Disease or Achilles Teninitis Stress Fractures of the foot
Cross Country, Soccer, Hockey
Repetitive swing of a leg ie forceful running or kicking Poor running and jumping form
Pain and instabillity of the knee
Soccer, Football, Volleyball, Tennis
Pain in the Achilles
Cross Country, Volleyball, Tennis
Quick changes of direction without control of momentum Loading of Achilles too quickly and inflexibility
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Loading of the foot too quickly
Pain across the top or side of foot
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SOUTHERN BOULEVARD SCHOOL IS 90 YEARS OLD Contributed by Patricia Wells, Chatham Township Historical Society
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outhern Boulevard School is celebrating its 90th year. In September 1929 the doors were opened to the first students. Previously, students had attended three small schools: Mount Vernon (known as the Red Brick Schoolhouse), Green Village School, and Noe Farm School (officially Chatham Township #3 Public School and often known as Boulevard School). Mount Vernon and Green Village provided classes for grades 1 through 8, but because of its small size Noe Farm School taught only grades 1 through 5. Older students were sent to school in Madison. There were only two classrooms and two teachers at Mount Vernon and Green Village, and only one room and one teacher at Noe Farm School. As early as 1925, parents and the Board of Education (BOE) had become concerned about crowding in the schools. Mount Vernon was so crowded that the BOE arranged for the 7th and 8th grade students to go to Chatham Borough. The town began planning for a large new fireproof modern school. It would have five classrooms for eight grades. Miss Belcher, who had taught grades 1 through 4 for many years at Mount Vernon was excited at the prospect of having only grades 1 and 2 in her classroom.
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Students and teachers of Chatham Township Public School 1929-1930. There were 143 students, 5 teachers and 5 classrooms. (Courtesy of Chatham Township Historical Society)
In 1927 voters approved $70,000 (equal to $1,064,500 today) for the new building and its furnishings and a call for bids went out. However even the lowest bid was higher than this, so a second vote was required to approve an additional $15,000. The 3 ½ acre Holmes Lot on Southern Boulevard was purchased for $6,000 and building began. The school would be called Chatham Township Public School. Today you can identify it as the rectangular section of that faces Southern Boulevard. A 1929 article from The Chatham Press noted, “A public spirited citizen of the Township is providing a baseball diamond for the boys and girls, and playground equipment will be added by the authorities later. In the basement of the school is a large recreation room, with a stage at one end.” The school fielded girls and boys basketball teams and a baseball team that competed against neighboring schools. The first graduating class of 8th graders consisted of 17 students, as compared to 34 graduates in Chatham Borough. The school population continued to grow, and the first addition was added to the school in 1936 only seven years after it opened. A second addition was need in 1949. In 1954, Lafayette Avenue School opened to serve grades 5-8 and Chatham Township Public School was renamed Southern Boulevard School. High school students continued to go to Chatham or Madison High Schools.
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Chatham Township Public School under construction 1929. Now Southern Boulevard School. (Courtesy of Chatham Township Historical Society) September 2019 | 15
ENHANCING CHATHAM HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS: CHS ATHLETIC BOOSTERS Contributed by Chatham Athletic Boosters
In the past few years, the Boosters have contributed to the initiation of new sports programs: Sailing, Girls Ice Hockey, Boys Volleyball and Paddle— the first high school paddle team in the nation. Because these sports are in trial phases, they do not receive any funding from the district, so the Boosters’ contributions really help offset students’ costs.
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hatham High School Athletic Boosters, the only organization that raises funds to support all the high school’s athletic teams, fills the gap between what the School District of the Chathams can provide through its operating budget and what teams actually need. All members help fundraise throughout the year. As the school population has grown, the Boosters have focused on making it possible for more students to participate in athletics. By working together to raise money, and deciding together how it’s spent, it encourages the community support of all athletic teams. The Boosters donate approximately $50,000 per year in coaching stipends, its largest expense. These stipends are paid above and beyond what is covered by the district’s operating budget— meaning the contributions allow for additional coaches for many teams. This often permits teams to expand their rosters allowing more students to participate. Coaches request funds for items or expenses through the athletic director. Boosters members vote on how the money is dispersed. Funds from the Boosters also pay for fan buses to transport students to county and/or state level games that are out of the area, and often cover costs for coaching clinics. The Boosters sponsor the flowers given out on Senior Day and
Additionally, each year, a committee of Boosters members awards graduating seniors with a monetary scholarship to the Most Accomplished Athlete, both male and female.
Pictured at the Athletic Boosters' annual fundraiser in January 2018 with past presidents: Rob Barnett, Paul Anello, Dawn Druhot, April Wingate and current president Joe Luzi (Courtesy of Chatham Athletic Boosters)
all teams receive a yearly stipend to use toward team expenses. Some of the sports equipment recently purchased by the Boosters include a 4-man tackle sled for the football team, a large tent that serves as home base and a shaded spot for Track/Cross Country and floor strips for Fencing. The Boosters donated just under $100,000 for improvements at Cougar Field in 2017 which included a new scoreboard, press box and snack shack, and are currently in the process of installing a new scoreboard at Haas Field.
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The Boosters also sponsor a local charity each year. The boys’ and girls’ basketball teams, in conjunction with the Boosters, host a holiday tournament and donate all proceeds. Recent recipients have been the local Fire Departments, Chatham Bridging the Gap and the Jamie Pinaire Foundation. The Board, which consists of the President, VP, Secretary, Treasurer, and Head Liaison who coordinates all the volunteers, hold a meeting on the first Tuesday of each month. Board members who complete their term can serve on an Executive Advisory Board. All community members are invited to attend meetings. The Boosters’ three primary funding sources are the Annual Appeal where postcards are sent to the homes of all students in August, an annual fundraiser which is usually held in January and concessions sold year-round at home games—Chathamites are encouraged to attend lots of games--and buy hot dogs and ring pops too!
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10 QUESTIONS WITH. . . . ALI LEBERFINGER By Elizabeth Guckian
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his month, our "10 Questions" feature is with Ali Leberfinger, an anchor, reporter, and host on a variety of radio and television programs. Ali is the traffic anchor during The Michael Kay Show on ESPN, and has also been on NY Country 94.7, z100, and New Jersey 101.5, to name a few. She can also be seen on WABC-TV, where she's a fill-in for Heather O'Rourke, and freelances as a lifestyle reporter for HipNewJersey.com, a digital publication covering everything Garden State. Ali, who goes by the name Alex Lee on the air, lived in Chatham Borough with her family nearly her whole life, but now lives in Florham Park. After graduating from Chatham High School in 2009, Ali attended The College of Charleston, where she majored in Communication with a concentration in media studies and a minor in Italian studies. What made you choose to work in broadcasting?
I first developed an interest in broadcasting around the time I was in middle school. Every morning before school my sister & I would come downstairs to eat breakfast and my mom would have the Today show on (I wanted to be the next Katie Couric). Now that I am older and working in the industry, I love meeting different people from all walks of life and hearing their stories- I think everyone has a story to tell, and love when I get a chance to be the one to help them tell it. I also always knew that I wanted to work in an industry that gave my voice a platform for good, and that’s something I think about as I plan for the future. What are the most challenging and rewarding parts of your job? The most challenging part of my job has to be the hours. Sometimes I’m up for a shift at 2 o’clock in the morning, and then other days I’m not in the studio until 2 o’clock in the afternoon. Those early morning, or middle of the night, wake-ups definitely take a toll on you physically and mentally, but once I am awake and in the car on my way, it’s all good, because I love the people I work with and they make the time fly by. Before I know it the show is over and I can go home and take a nap! The rewarding part of my job is 100% the people that listen to or watch my shows. Any interesting stories from your job? I was on ABC one morning and the newsroom was out of coffee, so one of the show directors & I went down to another floor to track some down (I need at least 2 cups to get through an early morning TV shift). As we’re walking down the hall and chatting – not paying attention to where I’m going – someone suddenly rounds the corner right in front of us and I nearly collide head on with her. Thankfully I looked up at the last second and was able to jump out of the way. When my tired brain registered that it was Kelly Ripa, on her way in to do her show, I was mortified, and immediately said excuse me & apologized. She was super cool, though, and laughed it off. She actually even apologized to me! Definitely a surreal moment! 20 | Chatham Living
Working at ESPN, do you meet a lot of athletes in your job? Who's your favorite and why? Chris Canty immediately comes to mind - he is friendly, kind and extremely well-spoken. He is smiling every time I’ve seen him. A lot of athletes go into sports radio when they retire from playing, but I find that very few are as versatile in their knowledge of sports, outside of the one they played as Chris is. I also have to mention Michael Kay here. He’s not an athlete, but has been the voice of the Yankees for the last 25+ years and is without a doubt one of the most genuine people I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting/working with. Any career goals for the future? I hope to continue to work in radio, television, and the digital space, but perhaps expand on my dossier. I enjoy the work I do with Hip New Jersey, and I’d love to bring that kind of content into my television and radio careers. I’d also like to explore sports and entertainment reporting, maybe even get into news. I love to travel so that’s something I’d like to find a way to incorporate into my work. I think it’s all about being open to whatever comes your way, while also creating opportunities for yourself. Any favorite Chatham restaurants or stores? Quartet and Chianti! Quartet is my go-to for gifting, and my boyfriend and I try to eat at Chianti once a month. We split a grilled chicken Caesar salad and a grandma pie… the best!
What's a perfect day in Chatham for you? The perfect day in Chatham is coffee at Drip first thing Saturday morning, followed by a trip to the Farmer’s Market. A yoga class at Powerflow; the teachers the best. Then in the evenings, grilling and hanging out in my backyard with family and friends. We lived on Orchard Road between Fairmount and Washington, and my backyard was my happy place. If you could have coffee with any famous person, dead or alive, who would it be? He’s not famous but I have to say my dad’s father, Jock. He died the year before I was born so I never got to meet him. He emigrated from Germany at the age of 9, fought for the United States in WWII, and worked 3 jobs to support his family. I would love the chance to have a conversation with him. I’d also love to have coffee with Giuliana Rancic because she is someone in the broadcast industry that I admire and try to emulate! She works hard and has overcome a lot of adversity to build her brand, and I think she would have a lot of valuable lessons to share!
If you were shipped to a deserted island for six months, what album, book, or movie would you bring? Any Elin Hilderbrand book! Best beach/light reads. I can’t get enough! Where is the most interesting/favorite place you have visited? I have two. The first one is Chiavari, Italy - I minored in Italian studies in college, so I spent a month studying abroad the summer before my senior year. We stayed in a little town right on the beach where nobody spoke English but it was the most amazing experience, and I will never forget that place or the people I met there. Second is Arosa, Switzerland – It’s a small village about 2 hours by train from Zurich, and I grew up skiing there with my family & friends. We stay in a hotel that is ski on/ ski off, and when you need to go into town for something, the hotel will give you a sled to ride down the mountain through the woods and it’s just magical.
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BEAUTIFULLY PRESERVED AND A STORY TO ENLIGHTEN: 178 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE
Viner J. Hedden (Courtesy of Chatham Historical Society)
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Contributed by Jessica Crandall, Chatham Historical Society eautifully preserved through the decades, the home at 178 Fairmount Avenue was built in 1910 for Dr. Edward H. Hamill and his wife, who had moved up from Alabama. Dr. Hamill served in the Confederate army at the outbreak of the Civil War, and rose quickly through the military ranks, being promoted to lieutenant then captain. After the conclusion of the war, Dr. Hamill attended Alabama College, and then travelled north to New York City to attend medical school. After graduation, he joined the Prudential Life Insurance Company and served as an examining doctor, before quickly being promoted to head of medical staff. Like so many Chatham men at the turn of the century, Dr. Hamill had strong ties to Newark. Many of his friends and associates in Newark were beginning to build family homes in Chatham, which was transforming into a suburban hotspot. Dr. Hamill followed suit and his grand Chatham residence was completed only months before his untimely death. Dr. Hamill’s wife, Emma, however, occupied the house until her death in 1938. The Hamill House was constructed by a friend of Dr. Hamill’s, Viner J. Hedden. His Newark based company, VJ Hedden & Sons, is credited with constructing some of the most stylish and costly buildings on the eastern seaboard. Mr. Hedden was responsible for the construction of the since demolished 1892 Prudential
Foyer of 178 Fairmount Avenue (Courtesy of Chatham Historical Society)
Building and Greystone Park in Morris Plains. Still standing, he built the Essex County Court House in Newark, and many of the train station houses on the DL&W rail line, including the Short Hills and Chatham stations. VJ Hedden & Sons was also known for having one of the most state-of-the-art construction plants in the country, where they assembled exquisite interior finishes from very expensive types of wood. This Hamill House displays that specialty trademark interior with expertly crafted woodwork. The superb preservation of this home is a testament to the care of Chatham residents for their local community. This home is one of the many on Fairmount Avenue and throughout the borough that retain the crucial characteristics of their original construction, providing a window into how Chatham looked more than a hundred years ago.
Chatham Train Station c.1915 (Courtesy of Chatham Historical Society)
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