The newly formed JOY Mission Ministry of the First United Methodist Church of Blairstown joined together with

many others to help raise awareness and funds for Parkinson's Disease through the

By Kim Miller

Michael J. Fox 3rd Annual Belvidere Fox Trot 5K on April 14th. Team Fox is inspired to raise funds and awareness for Parkinsons research. The founder of the race has inspired us to raise more funds and awareness for

Parkinsons research. The Belvidere Fox Trot 5K was started in 2010 in Belvidere. Held in April to highlight Parkinsons Awareness Month, this 5K run and one-mile community walk is a way to fundraise together and engage the community. To date, Foxtrot has raised over $13,000 for Team Fox and Parkinsons research! Thank you to all in the community who supported us on our one mile walk!

Kylie Orcutt of Blairstown and her college roommate, Holly Stewart, sat in their dorm room one weekend recently and wrote a song together. It was a duet tribute song to Tim Tebow of the Denver Broncos football team the popular quarterback who shows his faith on and off the football field.

The song was put on YouTube and shown to a producer, who immediately encouraged the girls to copyright and record it. Kylie and Holly recorded the song Faith on His Face in a Nashville, Tennessee studio with a five-piece band and it is now available on iTunes.The college

roommates are planning to make a donation to the Tebow Foundation, which brings faith, hope and love to those in need. Kylie is a Blairstown resident and a freshman at Belmont University in Nashville. She is the daughter of Walter and Robin Orcutt of Blairstown.

The North Warren Regional Marching Band is selling advanced tickets for their tricky tray on April 27th. Only entry level tickets and admission will be sold in advance, through April 9th. If you are interested in ordering entry level tickets and admission in advance, email nwrmbtt @gmail.com or call Sandy at 908-448-1889 for details. Frelinghuysen is now accepting Volunteer Award nominations. Nominations are open to all Frelinghuysen Township residents who volunteer in the community and/or school. Nominees should reflect the traits of a great humanitarian: humility,

energy, empathy, purpose and love. Nominations will be accepted until Monday, May 7th. To nominate a township resident, visit www. frelinghuysen-nj.us/jw _award.htm. Wanted: Military Veterans for North Warren Regional Schools Veterans Program. NWR is currently seeking Veterans to participate in the Fourth Annual Voices of the Veterans program on May 23rd. Veterans of all military branches and all eras are invited to attend and be recognized for their service. The program includes breakfast, assembly introduction with keynote speakers, performances by the NWR band and chorus,

commemoration ceremony, lunch on the lawn and classroom visits to speak with students. Registration is required. Contact Ms. Amy Horn for more information at 908362-8211, ext. 1139 or ahorn@northwarren .org. The Byram Animal Rescue Kindness Squad (BARKS) will be holding a pet adoption day on May 21st from 9am to noon at the Byram Pound on Mansfield Drive in Byram. They will then be hosting the event at the Newton Veterinary Hospital at 116 Hampton House Rd. in Newton from 1pm to 4pm on May 21st. Both cats and dogs will be up for adoption. For more

information, call 973300-3185 or visit barksinc.com. Birthday wishes are sent to Bailey Halpin, who will be celebrating on April 25th. We would like to wish London Dickey a happy birthday. She will be celebrating on April 27th. Mary Farino and Steven Morris will be celebrating their birthday on April 29th. Have a great day! We love hearing from you! Send your birthdays, anniversaries, and other information to: The PRESS, PO Box 430, Blairstown, NJ 07825 thepressnews@enter.net thepressnewsonline.com Like Us on Facebook!

Here is a list of notable books that have been added to the collection recently at WCL: Imagine: How Creativity Works, by Jonah Lehrer. Let's Pretend This Never Happened: (A Mostly True Memoir), by Jenny Lawson. The Social Conquest of Earth, by Edward O. Wilson. Unnatural Acts (Stone Barrington), by Stuart Woods. The Extraordinary Education of Nicholas Benedict (The Mysterious Benedict Society), by Trenton Lee Stewart. No, They Can't: Why Government Fails-But Individuals Succeed, by John Stossel. I AM Wishes Fulfilled Meditation, by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer. The Duckling Gets a Cookie!?, by Mo Willems. Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative, by Austin Kleon. Prague Fatale (Bernie Gunther), by Philip Kerr. Lady

Almina and the Real Downton Abbey: The Lost Legacy of Highclere Castle, by The Countess of Carnarvon. Driving Mr. Yogi: Yogi Berra, Ron Guidry, and Baseball's Greatest Gift, by Harvey Araton. An Accidental Affair, by Eric Jerome Dickey. Do Yourself a Favor... Forgive: Learn How to Take Control of Your Life Through Forgiveness, by Joyce Meyer. Kiss the Dead (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter), by Laurell K. Hamilton. Horseshoe Crabs and Velvet Worms: The Story of the Animals and Plants That Time Has Left Behind, by Richard Fortey. The House at Tyneford: A Novel, by Natasha Solomons. The Lost Wife, by Alyson Richman. American Triumvirate: Sam Snead, Byron Nelson, Ben Hogan, and the Modern Age of Golf, by James Dodson. The Innocent, by David Baldacci.

13 Hands Performs at Breathing Room in Celebration of Mothers Day

In Celebration of Mothers Day Weekend, Dalien, also known as 13 Hands, will be at Breathing Room Center to share a grounding, root chakra based Mother Earth yoga class with his special, extended 45-minute sound Meditation savasana that youll love with flutes, gongs, hang drum, bowls and other ethereal instrumentation. Bring Mom to this special and relaxing event on Saturday, May 12th from 2pm to 4pm. Cost is $35 per person if pre-registered with Cheryl, or $40 on the day of the event. 13 hands is a spirit bridge between yoga, contemporary, world healing and kirtan music. This two time, Grammy nominated artist, world chant, shamanic musician, and E-RYT500 instructor has been immersed in yoga, holistic health education and contemporary, healing and world music for nearly 20 years. Playing 20 instruments and performing about 100 events, concerts and workshops a year, hes had the honor to share RUN DMC, Ani DiFranco, Evan Slamka of Ours, Paula Cole, Laurie Anderson, Christine Lavin and the late Pheobe Snow, Krishna Das, WAH!, Shyamdas, Dave Stringer and others. He offers proven sound healing, yoga and empowerment programs to treat symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder. For more information, visit 13hands.com

stage with Seane Corn, Amy Ippoliti and Desiree Rambaugh

Green Twp. Recreation Advisory Committee Accepting Applications for Miss Green Twp.
The Green Township Recreation Advisory Committee is sponsoring and now accepting applications for the Miss Green Township Pageant. The application deadline is May 25th. The pageant is open to young ladies who have passed their 17th birthday, but have not reached their 22nd birthday by the application deadline. All applicants must be bona fide, year-round residents of Green Township. They must proof submit of residence with their

Breathing Room Hosts Spring Detox, April 30

Breathing Room Center will be holding a Spring Detox on April 30th, called EsScential Yoga: yoga with essential oils. The one-hour class, followed by a 30minute informational session on essential oils, will take place from 9:30am to 11am. Many of the health challenges that we face today can be linked to pollutants and toxins in our environment that most of us come into contact with on a daily basis. Come enter an environment that supports physical, mental and emotional cleansing in this specially designed yoga class for detoxing the body, mind and spirit. Discover the healing qualities of therapeutic-grade essential oils that will rejuvenate and revitalize... this is the time of year to detox. The class is $20 per person and oil kits will also be available for purchase. To register, contact Cheryl at 973-896-0030 or cheryl@breathing roomcenter.com.

applications. Contestants must be willing to represent the township at the Sussex County Farm and Horse Show, as well as other community events. All contestants must dress in formal wear, preferably a long gown, if possible. Entries must include your name, address, phone number, date of birth and signature (and parent or guardians signature if contestant is under 18 years old). must Contestants enclose a one to two page essay including the following: informa-

tion about yourself, such as schools/ occupations, hobbies and interests, accomplishments and future goals; what is special to you about Green Township?; why you would be a good representative of Green Township. Entries can be sent to Miss Green Township Pageant, C/O Kate Mull, 13 Summit Rd., Andover, NJ 07821. The pageant will be held on June 5th at 5pm in the pavilion at EverGreen Park. Winners will receive monetary prizes.

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Moves to New Office

Matthew Donovan of the financial services firm Edward Jones, opened a new office at 180 Howard Blvd., Suite #14, Mt. Arlington, NJ. The new office opened for business on February 28th. The phone number is 973398-0028. Mr. Donovan, who has been a financial advisor since 1983, said, "We are excited about our new location, and we are eager for our clients to visit us." Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliate, in clients to understand their personal goals -from college savings to retirement -- and create long-term investment solutions that emphasize a well-balanced portfolio and a buy-and-hold strategy. Edward Jones embraces the importance of building longterm, face-to-face relationships with clients, helping them to understand and make sense of the investment options available today. Edward Jones, which ranked number five on FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2012, is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones website is located at edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is www.careers .edwardjones.com.

Canada. Every aspect of the firm's business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. The firm's 12,000-plus financial advisors work directly with nearly 7 million

The Community Supported Garden (CSG) at Genesis Farm is holding an Open House on April 28th, from 11am to 2pm. The public is invited to come see how healthy and delicious food is grown for 300 share-holding households in a holistic, Earth-friendly waywithout chemical pesticides, herbicides or petroleum-based fertilizers. Tour the farm, meet the growers, enjoy a light lunch made with the farms harvest, and take a hay ride. The event is free and will take place rain or shine. The CSG at Genesis Farm began in 1988 as one of the first examples of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) in the country, in a creative response to corporate farming prac-

tices that deplete our environment. Its sustainable farming practices enrich the soil, compensate farmers fairly, and preserve open space for future generations. The CSG bring friends and family together for meaningful relationships with each other and with the land. Fresher and more delicious food cannot be found anywhere. This wonderful journey of being a shareholder at the CSG At Genesis Farm has coincided with my being more happy in my kitchen; I see more variety in my cooking and more happiness from family at the dinner table, says Julia Kislevitz from the Teaneck satellite group. The CSG at Genesis Farm cultivates about 20 acres of land with the

over a hundred varieties of vegetables, herbs and flowers that make up each members share. An additional 10 acres is cultivated with grains

such as wheat, oats, barley and rye, and dry beans, all of which are available to members for purchase. There are three greenhouses that

provide fresh greens over the winter months, and root cellars and other facilities for winter root storage. They have a fruit orchard, hardy kiwi vines, and pickyour-own crops such as flowers and berries. A flock of hens helps add fertility to the fields and eggs also available for purchase. The majority of work is done by three full-time farmers and their apprentices. Members are not required to work on the farm, although volunteers are welcome. Sign-up forms for the season, which begins in May, will be available. Members purchase shares in the farms bounty that are picked up either every week or every other week. Shares are freshly harvested the morning

of pickup. Shares can be purchased in full year, summer, or winter options. Going to the farm for pick-up (of vegetable shares) is a mini retreat into a world in balance says long time member Wayne Miller of Hackettstown. The CSGs address is 41B Silver Lake Road, Blairstown (physical location in Frelinghuysen Twp). At the open house, visitors will be able to meet the farmers, take a tour, discuss share options, and enjoy some delicious food made from the farms harvest. All members of the public are welcome; please RSVP if you plan to come. Contact the CSG at 908-362-7486, email csgarden info@gmail.com or visit csgatgenesisfarm.com.
Photo by Robert Yaskovic

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Debra E. Koss, MD, of Sparta, New Jersey, will present "Managing Difficult Behaviors in Children What parents and teachers can learn about the most effective ways to manage (and minimize) problematic behavior" on May 9th, 7pm to 8:30pm at the Student Center Theater at Sussex County Community College. This lecture is one of approximately 500 Speak Up for Kids! events that will be taking place nationwide during National Childrens Mental Health Awareness Week, May 6th through 12th. Local sponsors, Sussex County NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and the Morris/Sussex office of Family Support Organization have collaborated with Dr. Koss to bring Speak Up For Kids! to Sussex County. A project of the Child Mind Institute (CMI) and the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP), Speak Up for Kids! is designed to help educate the public to recognize the signs and symptoms of child

and adolescent psychiatric disorders so that children who are affected get the help they need. Being able to recognize mental illness in children is an important first step in getting help, says Dr. Koss, who, in addition to her private practice in Sparta, is the past president of the New Jersey Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Early identification and intervention have a tremendous impact on treatment and positive outcomes, Dr. Koss adds. Patty Tomaszewski, program director of the Morris/Sussex office of Family Support Organization, says, We are proud to join together with Dr. Koss and NAMI to bring Speak Up For Kids! to Sussex County. Bringing awareness and providing education about childhood and adolescent mental illnesses helps to remove the stigma often associated with it and makes it easier for families to get the help they need. In addition to the lecture, local agencies will be available to provide literature and

information about services they offer for families struggling with childhood or adolescent mental illness. We are thrilled to have Dr. Koss share her expertise, says Kathleen Fitzsimmons, president of the Sussex County affiliate of NAMI, Speak Up For Kids! is also a great chance to connect parents and educators to helpful resources in our community. For additional information and to register for Speak Up For Kids! event in Sussex County, contact Family Support Organization at 973-

940-3194. For directions to Sussex County Community College, go to sussex.edu/aboutus/ mapanddirections/. The Child Mind Institutes Speak Up for Kids is an annual public education campaign during National Childrens Mental Health Awareness Week. Speak Up for Kids connects parents and teachers with professionals in their community for free talks on psychiatric and learning disorders and other issues relating to raising healthy, happy kids. Speaking up is the first

step to getting kids the help they need. Since its inception in 1979, NAMI has been dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMIs leaders and members are the families, friends and individuals that serve to strengthen communities across the country through awareness, support, education, and advocacy, offering hope, reform, and health. For information about the Sussex County affiliate of NAMI, call 973-2140632 or visit www.nami -sussex-nj.org. Family Support Organization offers support, education and advocacy to families raising children with special emotional, behavioral or mental health needs. Through one-to-one peer support, educational workshops, support groups and a warm line, parents and caregivers are able to recognize their strengths, understand their rights and responsibilities, and navigate the NJ System of Care. FSO assists parents to become their childs best advocate. For more information about FSO, contact the Morris/

Sussex office at 973940-3194 or visit www. fso-hsw.org. The Child Mind Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming mental health care for children everywhere. Founded by Dr. Harold S. Koplewicz and Brooke Garber Neidich, Child Mind Institute is committed to finding more effective treatments for childhood psychiatric and learning disorders, building the science of healthy brain development, and empowering children and their families with the information they need to get help, hope, and answers. The Child Mind Institute does not accept funding from the pharmaceutical industry. To learn more, visit www.childmind.org. Representing more than 8,400 child and adolescent psychiatrists nationwide, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) is the leading authority on children's mental health. AACAP Members actively research, diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders affecting children, adolescents and their families. For more information, visit www. aacap.org.

National Expert on College Athletic Recruiting Gives Belvidere HS Students Dose of Reality
Jason Klebez, athletic director at Belvidere High School is hosting an event Wednesday, May 2, 2012, for the schools student-athletes and their parents, who will get a strong dose of reality about the world of college recruiting. In an eye-opening presentation, national keynote speaker Jack Renkens will share with the audience the lessons hes learned during many years as a high school and college coach, athletic director and parent of a high school athlete. One fact athletes and their parents may not want to hear: less than one percent of all student-athletes will play their sport at a Division I school. On the other hand, a wealth of opportunities is available for student-athletes at colleges and universities below that level. In his 16th year as an athletic/motivational speaker, Renkens has three key messages for the audience: You dont get to pick the school. The school picks you; A college coach cant recruit you if he or she doesnt know who you are. You need to market yourself. Dont get hung up on the term athletic scholarship. Focus on funding, which is made up of academic money, merit dollars, grants, endowments and achievement funds. Renkens presentation will begin at 7pm in the schools auditorium. It is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www. recruiting realities.com.

Art Association in Roxbury Hosts May Meeting and Printmaking Demonstration

The Art Association in Roxbury will be holding its monthly meeting on Thursday, May 3rd at 7:15 PM at the Roxbury Senior Center, 72 Eyland Avenue, Succasunna, NJ. People come to these meetings from near and far, including Morris, Sussex, Warren, and Somerset Counties, to see demonstrations by local renowned artists. The program will include a printmaking demonstration by Joyce Ellen Weinstein, a resident of Milford, PA. She will discuss her current methods of silkscreen-printing combined with linoleum cutting. Joyce Ellen Weinstein was born and raised in New York City and she recently moved to Milford, PA. Weinstein received her Masters of Fine Arts degree from the City College of New York and also attended classes at The Art Students League. She is an international artist. She received several fellowships. Some of these include fellowships to the Mishkenot Shaananim, Jerusalem, the Blue Mountain Art Center, New York, and the Europos Parkas Museum of the Center of Europe, Lithuania. She painted a mural in Prague, Czech Republic. Her works are in many public and private collections around the world. Weinstein is

Sussex County Bar Association Hosts Annual Law Day Celebration

The Sussex County Bar Association welcomes the public to the annual Law Day celebration on Monday, April 30th, at 7:00 p.m., at the historic Sussex County Court House in Newton. This years Law Day program will feature a presentation highlighting the significance of our court system, No Courts, No Justice, No Freedom, by Mark Hontz, Esquire. The event will also honor the success of the Mock Trial team from High Point Regional High School, and recognize local attorneys Stephen McNally and Ann Pompelio for their service to the community during the past year. Refreshments and live patriotic music by the Law Day Brass Ensemble will be provided. Law Day USA is a celebration of the Rule of Law in the United States which was first proclaimed in 1958 by President Eisenhower. The event occurs annually on or near the first day of May. In recognition of the importance of the legal system in America, local attorneys will fan out and teach about the rule of law at area middle schools and high schools on Tuesday, May 1st. The Sussex County Bar Association is proud to have offered a Law Day event for 17 consecutive years, notes Mark Hontz, organizer of the annual event. In a time when funding for courts across the country is in jeopardy, we welcome this opportunity to open the doors of our historic court house, and celebrate the importance of our unique legal system with our friends and neighbors. Law Day is sponsored by the New Jersey State Bar Foundation and made possible through funding from the IOLTA Fund of the Bar of the New Jersey. For additional information about the Foundations other lawrelated activities, please call 1-800-FREE-LAW or visit the Foundation on the Web at www.njsbf.org.

among the artists included in Fixing the World: Jewish American Artists of the Twentieth Century and The Book as Art, National Museum of Women in the Arts. She has received many honors and awards and has been named a Fulbright Senior Specialist Candi-

date. She has won many prestigious awards. Please her website www.JoyceEllenWeinst ein.com for more information. The program is open to everyone. Admission is free and refreshments are served. For further information, please call 973-398-6304.

Operation: Peanut Butter, Jelly and Beans! Hopatcong Womens Club Announces Spring Project and Other News
The New Jersey State Federation of Womens Clubs of GFWC, of which the Hopatcong Womens Club is a member, has initiated a three-month effort of collecting nonperishable food items with the goal of restocking the shelves of the states food pantries, shelters and soup kitchens. The spring months of April, May and June are important because typically donations fall off during these months since its after the Holidays and peoples attention go to other things Baby songbirds seem to learn how to sing from the adult birds of their species, and if they are raised by other species, they don't sing the same as their ancestors. They often make strange warbling noises, but may also learn the songs of other species. In the latter case, they can pass these songs on to their offspring. like gearing up for the summer. To participate in donating food to help the cause, donation bins for the Hopatcong Womens Club are located in town at the Hopatcong Post Office, Borough Hall, Skylands Medical Group, and Sovereign Bank. If your organization is interested in participating in the Operation: Peanut Butter, Jelly and Beans initiative, call Marjorie Strohsahl at 973-943-2155. For local food donations, visit any one of the donation bin locations listed. In other news, on April 4th the Highlands District of the NJSFWC held an Achievement Day/Spring Conference at the Zeris Inn in Mountain Lakes. Members that received recognition included: Pat Beach, who won an award for all-around work in the Highlands District for her report on our Special State Project. Pat Andersen, our current co-president, was recognized for being the District Assistant and the District Day of Service Chairman, and the Club was recognized for co-hosting the Highlands Performing Arts Day and participating in the 1894 Society. Two gold ribbons were awarded to Ellen Buongiorno, for both the Christmas Card and Scrapbook projects she entered, and one blue ribbon was awarded to Monica Cavano for her childrens sweater entry. New Officers for the Hopatcong Womens Club 2012 2014 Season were approved: Co-presidents: Ellen Buongiorno & Marlene Colabella 1st Vice President: Monica Cavano 2nd Vice President: Selma Reichert 3rd Vice President: Cindy Marinese Recording Secretary: Linda Kalata Corresponding Secretary: Betty Flinn Federation Secretary: Pat Andersen Financial Secretary: Margaret Dam Treasurer: Pat Beach The Hopatcong Womens Club meets the third Wednesday of each month. The final meeting and luncheon of the season will be held at Pavincis Restaurant on May 16th , and will be $25 per person. Regular meetings resume in September. For more information or to reserve a space for the May meeting, please contact Selma Reichert at 973-770-4989. All local women looking to form new friendships and to find a special niche or pet project of interest to them are encouraged to contact Membership Chairperson Selma Reichert at 973-7704989. To learn more about the NJSFWC (New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs), visit the Federation website at www.njsfwc.org and to learn more about the GFWC (General Federation of Women's Clubs), visit gfwc.org.

Letter to the Editor

I was thrilled to see the photo taken by Charlie Fineran. I do not, however, believe it was a bobcat. Perhaps other locals will agree with me that it looks far more like a tawny phase panther. Our area as well as Pa. have reported many sightings. My husband Jim interviewed people who had seen them for the Panther Committee in Pa for years. Few people realize that this creature is alive and well in Warren County! Hmmm, guess we can figure out how Panther Valley got it's name! Known by many names:Mountain Lion Painter Catamount Klandagi Fire Cat Coowahchobee Katalgar Koicto Cougar Panther Pumato Cougars have been referred to by many names. Traveling near the Everglades in 1513 Spanish explorer Cabeza de Vaca reported seeing a lion. cougar namesOther European explorers believed they were seeing tigers or panthers (a name used for African leopards). European settlers modified lion to mountain lion, a name still used today in the western United States, although cougars inhabit many places other than mountains. Those in portions of the southern and eastern United States referred to the big cat as "painter," which is probably a dialect variation of panther. New Englanders coined the term "catamount" or cat of the mountain. I wish Charlie had mentioned if he actually saw the tail! Edlyn Richelderfer 52 Spring Valley Road Hardwick, NJ edlyn1321@gmail.com

Personal Request
Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr for Christ, you left us an Epistle in the New Testament. With good reason many invoke you when illness is at a desperate stage. We now recommend to your kindness T.E. May the cure of this patient increase his/her faith and love for the Lord of Life, for the glory of our merciful God. Amen.

StillPoint Yoga Studio Holds Back Care Essentials Workshop

StillPoint Yoga Studio will be holding a workshop on back care essentials on April 28th, 10:30am to noon at 155 Rt. 94, Suite 6, Blairstown. Cost is $25 for StillPoint members and $35 for non-members. In todays fast paced and stressful world 85 percent of American adults suffer from some sort of back pain. Seeking gentle, non-invasive ways to relieve their suffering people are turning to Yoga to help heal back injuries, relieve strain from sitting at computers and driving for long periods of time; for scoliosis, and even for post back surgeries. There are no quick fixes, but that is exactly why yogas slow, step by step progression is so effective. Individuals are often told by health practitioners to strengthen their abdominals to help relieve back pain. This can help, but with all the factors of why your back hurts taken into consideration something more is needed and this is where Yoga can be beneficial. Yoga means to connect the mind, body and breath. Each yoga pose is structured to stretch and strengthen the entire body system; including but not limited to, muscles, bones, tissues, ligaments, and tendons. The lungs, liver, stomach, intestines and other organs are also muscles and Yoga provides an excellent stretch and massage for them as well. A regular practice of Yoga can increase flexibility and strength, improve your balance, help your digestive system to work more efficiently and reduce that nagging pain in your back. The back care essentials class will introduce you to the gentle ways in which a consistent practice of Hatha Yoga can bring you relief from back pain or to help you prevent back problems in the first place.

Michele BlinnBarreiro, BrokerAssociate at RE/MAX House Values 4 in Hackettstown has recently celebrated her five year anniversary with RE/MAX. She specializes in Residential properties, Townhomes and Foreclosure and Short Sales serving Morris, Warren and Sussex counties.

In her career with RE/MAX thus far, she has earned the NJAR Circle of Excellence Award, 2007-2009and the RE/MAX Executive Club Award from 20062010. To better serve her clients, she has earned such designations as the CDPE, Certified Distressed Property Expert designation and the BPOR, Broker Price Opinion Resource designation. To contact Michele Blinn-Barreiro of RE/MAX House Values 4 in Hackettstown, call 908-852-1333 or 908310-9164. Also, visit micheletosell.com. RE/MAX of NJ was founded in 1985 and has grown from a single office to over 170 with nearly 3,000 sales associates across the state. RE/MAX of NJ continues to be one of the leading real estate organizations in New Jersey. Visit remax-nj.com for more information.

Frelinghuysen Elementary School Holds Annual Science Fair

Fifth and sixth grade students participated in the schools annual Science Fair on April 4 th. The students conducted experiments following scientific method in school and gave oral presentations to community judges. All students received recognition for the hard work and participation. Sixth grade first, second and third place winners were: Bryce Manz and Jordan Savarese for The Mysterious Maze, Paige Lippmann and Kelly Vuz for Lima Bean Life, and Adam Albanese, Jorge Lopez and Xavier Lopez for Solid H2O Melters. Fifth grade first, second and third place winners were: Julie Karlsson, Julia Rutherford and Maggie Saalfield for Crazy Chemicals, Sabrina Fernicola and Emily Neuffer for Stomach Simulation and Tommy Aigotti and Partner for Stain Busters. The Junior Scientist Award was given to Adriana Cowell, Rachael Eitner, and Danielle Towey for Water Powered Electricity. The Best Overall Display award went to Schuyler Alpaugh, Moira Kellaher, and Brianna Lang for Pansy Project. A warm Thank You is extended to the judges, Frelinghuysen PTO, parents, and First Hope Bank for their continued support.

Lisa Feidler and Jane Voorhees are Artists of the Month at Gallery 23. Their work will be highlighted in the windows of the gallery throughout the month of April. Lisa Feidler, a resident of Blairstown, is a selftaught artist. Though she holds a degree in business administration, art is her true lifes passion. Drawn to the ethereal, mystical quality of glass and gems, Feidler chooses to express her artistry by creating glass beads which she uses in her one-of-a-kind jewelry. Feidlers work is distinguished by her use of whimsical and bold colors, sparkling dichroic glass, various semi-precious stones and metals, and vintage glass and crystal components. She incorporates her hand made glass beads into her jewelry, creating designs that are a delightful, edgy departure from the typical. Jane Voorhees, also a resident of Blairstown, is the newest artist to join Gallery 23. Long ago, Voorhees discovered the iconic power of fantasy sculptural

jewelry. She casts and fabricates rings, pendants and earrings in silver and gold. A sense of whimsy and attention to detail is a signature of her style. She can be reached at stettner@goes.com. Gallery 23, an artist co-op, is located at 23 Main St., Blairstown. Theyre open Monday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm and Sunday, noon to 4pm. Call them at 908-362-6865 or visit www.gallery23.net

Motorized Shades: Energy- Lawncare Tips: Help for Your Best Lawn and Yard Ever ( N A P S I ) T h e r e s Saving, Practical Decor good news for hom( N A P S I ) Yo u r shades can be more than a decorative element, if theyre motorized. Motorized shades are a cool way to add technology to your home and can make life easier, save energy-and more. Here are features and benefits: Control Hard-ToReach Windows Do you have high living room windows or windows behind a sunken tub in your master bath? What about windows behind your kitchen sink? Shades in hard-to-reach areas can be difficult to open and close. With motorized shades, you can easily adjust shades with one button press. Add Convenience Manually lowering shades takes time. With motorized shades, you can lower them all at once without even getting up from your chair. Plus, you may be more apt to raise and lower these shades than manual ones. Eliminate Cords Unlike many manual shades, motorized shades are cordless, so kids and pets cant get tangled in the cords. Save Energy Adjusting shades with the seasons can help keep your heating and cooling expenses from going through the roof. Motorized shades make it easy to block the suns rays in summer to help keep a room cool or let them in to warm a room in winter. Motorized honeycomb shades feature pockets that trap air, providing superior insulation. The fabrics may provide better insulation than your windows. Protect Interiors Over time, the suns rays can damage fabrics, artwork and flooring. Your being able to press a button to lower shades and block those harsh rays will help extend the life of your homes interior. Affordable Luxury Now you can have the benefits of motorized honeycomb shades without pulling wires for electricity-with Serena remote controlled shades by Lutron. Because you control them via a remote, theyre great for hard-to-reach windows. eowners who want the grass to grow greener on their side of the fence. Throughout May, lawn, garden and equipment experts will provide free, one-on-one advice on everything from how to control pests and finally win the battle against weeds to troubleshooting a lawn mower that wont start. Well help everyone who calls and take as long as necessary to get homeowners the answers they need, says Trey Rogers, an internationally known expert on lawn and yard care and leader of the hotline, which is sponsored by Briggs & Stratton Corporation. For example, if your grass is brown or dying where it should be green, he advises, there may be a simple solution. 1. Can you blame it on the dog? The nitrogen in dog urine can burn your lawn and cause a widespread brown patch problem. You can create a special gravel or mulch area and train Fido to go there. 2. Is your mower blade dull? Dull blades tear rather than cleanly cut the grass, which can weaken and damage the

lawn. Have the blade sharpened once a year. 3. Did you spill fertilizer or overfeed your lawn? Too much fertilizer is a well-known grass-burning culprit. Always follow package instructions when applying fertilizer. If your spreader drops too much , water that spot on the lawn generously. 4. What about too much water? If you overwater or if water pools in certain areas on your lawn, you can drown the grass roots, causing areas to die out. Survey your lawn for dips you want to avoid dousing. 5. How do I grow grass in the shade? In deep

shade, put down mulch instead. In partial shade, seed the area in the spring and fall, when leaves dont block the sunlight. From May 1st to 31st, anyone can get a free online or phone consultation with a lawn, garden or equipment expert on any problem by visiting YardSmarts .com or calling 1-866YARD-TIPS (9273847). Photo submissions are welcome if the problem is difficult to describe. In addition, every Friday during the month of May, experts will be available for livechats to share information more broadly with homeown-

ers. The top lawn and garden questions will be posted on the website, yardsmarts.com, where you can also find expert advice and information related to yard care and equipment. The Yard Smarts Hotline is sponsored by Briggs & Stratton, the largest maker of engines for outdoor power equipment. If getting your yard in the best shape ever isnt enough motivation to check out the hotline, the company will give away a $300 gift certificate each week to one homeowner to purchase a new lawn mower or other needed yard care equipment.

Tips for Decorating with Stronger Colors

(NAPSI)When it comes to decorating, color experts are predicting that homeowners will be seeking out stronger colors in their search for intensity. The bold choice to turn to vibrant, optimistic colors is two-fold: a search for euphoria for some and, for others, a sense of oneself. According to PPG Pittsburgh Paints color expert Dee Schlotter, for many people, intensity is a survival strategy in times of crisis. For some, it means seeking out extremes of sensation, rebelling against the bland existence that comes with cynicism and disenchantment. For others, it means unplugging in order to reconnect with a life they feel is fleeting, added Schlotter. Sensation seekers will go for colors that stir the senses and set them in motion, amping up the chromatic density of their lives. Expect their spaces to be full of strong contrasts-heavy and weightless, shadow and light, hot and cold. On the other hand, some individuals will use strong color as a way to turn inward and unplug. Expect them to opt for quiet, understated palettes accented by deep, rich colors in order to create the space they need to take time to relax. If you are thinking of taking the leap to strong, deep color, here are some tips: If you appreciate deep, rich colors outside your home-whether in the clothes you wear or when you see these colors in restaurants or other peoples homesthen you will probably also like them in your own home. Consider an accent wall. This is a great way to get a smaller taste of strong color while still adding interest to the room. Test first. Use a large test sheet and a time testview your color in all light: morning, noon and night. Live with it for a few days to make sure you love it. Dont let timidity hold you back. Recognize that theres only one life to live and theres no time to waste.

For Sale: Portable Air Conditioner: Used 2 days, 9000 BTU, digital readout with remote. Latest technology. Was $508, will sell for $375. Call 570-236-4172. (3/5) Whole House Furniture Sale plus some antiques. Priced to sell. Cash only. 2 Saturdays: April 14 & 21 from 10 to 3. 52 Spring Valley Road, Hardwick. 2 miles from Rt. 94, Marksboro. After sale, Call 908362-8291. (3/5)

Multi-Family Yard Sale April 28th, 9am-5pm April 19th, 9am-2pm 8 Decatur St., Columbia HH Items, Furniture, Baby Toys & Much More. Partial House Contents Sale: May 4th & 5th, 9am-4pm. 106 Walnut Valley Rd./Mt. Hermon Rd., Blairstown. 67 Charger, Loose Coal, Antiques, China, Glass, Furniture, Tools, etc. No Checks.

Motorcycle: 1982 Harley Davidson Wide Glide FXWG. 1340cc big twin Shovelhead engine. Custom chrome. Pristine cond. $8000. Call 908459-5881. (10/10) 2006 Polaris Predator 90 Quad in excellent condition. Great for kids. Garage kept & orig. owner. $1,000. Call 732-546-7755. (3/5) 2007 Yamaha Y2 450F: adult-owned. Perfect cond. Many extras. Call for more info. $3500 OBO. Call 908362-6522. (1/5)

May 4th & 5th, 9am-6pm. Upland Wood Burning 40 Locust Lake Rd., Hope Stove: Cast Iron, very good Furniture, Housewares, condition, takes up to 24 Karakoe, Commercial logs. $495, firm. Call 610Sewing Machine, 381-5389. (3/5) Suitcases, Stove, Antique Ladys Desk, Old Chairs, For Sale: Headstrom metal Old Sleds, Bird Houses, swing set w/ playhouse; Maple Bar Stools, Old Round glass top vinyl patio Kitchen Tables, Electrontable & 4 chairs; old tools. ics, CDs, Halloween Call evenings: 908-534Hayride Props, Frames, 4393. (3/5) Clothes, etc. Clothes: Boys sizes, 8, 9 & 10; Girls sizes, 3, 4 & 5 Brand Names; excellent condition, $1-$3. Call 610759-7295. (5/5) New Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set: very pretty & comfortable. Still in plastic. Can help w/ delivery. Must sell. Call 570-213-7731. (1/5) Multi-Family Yard Sale May 5th & 6th, 8am-4pm 84 Auble Rd., Knowlton Twp. Tools, Toys, HH Items, Wall Oven, Canoe, Baby Items, Furniture, etc. CHEAP! Yard Sale Listings are FREE in The PRESS! Send us Your Info Using the Form Below!

2002 US Cargo Enclosed Trailer: dual axle/rear barn doors & side access door. Freshly painted. Excellent condition. Asking $2500 OBO. Call 347-957-2348. (2/5) 1995 VW Passat GTX VR6 175,000. 5-spd. Runs great. Needs little TLC. $1800. Call 484-239-7065. (2/5) 1993 Ford Aerostar Van: 75k miles, runs well, new tires, new brakes, new battery. Asking $3,200, or best offer. No rust. Call 610-905-0511. (5/5) 1987 Mustang Convertible: (Antique) Pearl White with black top, red and white interior. Fully restored, $9,000. Call 570236-1301. (5/5)

May WCARTS Meeting Features Diane Long, Greeting Card Workshop

Explore the world of artful, handmade greeting cards with Diane Long. On May 10th, the WCARTS group meeting will feature Diane Long in a workshop on

creating greeting cards. In a fast paced world of texts, posts and emails, hand written and hand crafted sentiments are rare. See how to produce one-of-a-kind

greeting cards using rubber stamps and ink. See a variety of different techniques to produce the look of antiquing, embossing and stamped scenery. You can also embellish photographs for personalized cards. The meeting will be held at 7pm, May 10th

in the Oxford Township Municipal building, 11 Green Street, Oxford. The public is welcome and refreshments will be served. There will be a $20 materials fee for those wishing to participate, or $37 for WCARTS membership fee and workshop fee.

Dr. Prager Presents New Book, Signing and Talk

It has been shown to significantly diminish the effects of dozens of diseases and disorders including cancer, obesity, stroke and depression. In The Vitamin D Survival Guide Dr Prager explains the benefits of vitamin D and some simple ways to increase our intake and exposure. This book is a quick read and its easy to understand. Dr Howard Prager is a respected instructor and lecturer on nutrition. He is always seeking to better serve his patients in a more holistic way. He maintains a private chiropractic practice in New Jersey. Sparta Books is located at 29 Theatre Center in Sparta.

Dr. Prager of Sunrise Nutrition Center will be at Sparta Books on May 19th, 10am to 11:30am, for a book signing and talk about his new book, The Vitamin D Survival Guide. Vitamin D is one of the most necessary elements to good health.