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Whippany Event Updates - September (Please pass along)…

G’day everyone - here's a list of local things coming our way…

(Click on the hyperlinks to get more info on the event)

 

September

·         Saturday, 9/11 - Remembrance Service & Candlelight Vigil @ the Morris County Fire & Police Academy (7pm)

·         Saturday, 9/18 - American Legion Pig Roast @ The Whippany American Legion (1pm to sunset)

·         Sunday, 9/26 - Run for Lesley - Motorcycle Charity Poker Run to support Lesley Dalton (Reg @ 9am & run leaves at 11am)

October

·         Sunday, 10/3 - Whippany Fire Department Fund Drive

·         Sunday, 10/3 – 22^nd Annual Walk to Remember @ the Municipal Parking Lot at Chetnut Avenue, Suffern, NY (1pm)

·         Monday, 10/4 - Hanover Township PTA Golf Outing @ Farmstead (Call Jen Heckler @ 973-818-9141)

·         Saturday, 10/9 - Mark's Hope for a Miracle Benefit @ the Ukrainian Culture Center in Whippany (7:30pm to midnight)

·         Saturday, 10/9 -  The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light The Night: Taking Steps To Cure Cancer

·         Sunday, 10/10 – Morris County Corrections PBA Clam Bake @ Morris Plains VFW (Noon to 6pm)

·         Wednesday, 10/13 – Beefsteak for Police Officer/Firefighter Jason Tani @ the Lodi Boys & Girls Club (7pm – 10pm)

·         Saturday 10/16 & 10/17 - Avon Walk for Breast Cancer - NYC – We’re getting closer to this benefit and we can use your support!! Click here to donate and learn more. (Yup, I’m walking 40 miles thru NYC so support boobies!!)

·         Saturday, 10/23 - 5th Annual Hanover Township FMBA Local 109 Beefsteak @ The Whippany American Legion (Doors open at 6:30)

 

2011

·         Saturday, 2/26 – NJ Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge

Please let me know if you have any events coming up that you want me to add.  I will be sending this email out at the beginning of the month to local organizations that either I’m part of or friends of mine our part of.  It’s my goal to start spreading the word about our local events so that we can all enjoy them!!!  If you have any ideas on how I can improve this or want me to add anyone/anything else, please let me know!!! 

 

Hope you’re smiling and have a great evening!!!

 

Giddyup

 

Henry III is walking 40 miles for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in NYC and needs your support.

G’day –

As most of you know, I love getting involved with charities and helping others and this fall I'm going to take it to the next level.  Over the next week I'm going to either be reaching out to you via email or through facebook to help support me for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in NYC.

On October 16-17, “Simply the Breast” will be among thousands of people dedicating their weekend to walking as part of the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer.  We'll walk a marathon and a half (39.3 miles) and we’re ready for the adventure…

I am eager to get started with my fundraising and I need your support!  I have pledged to raise $2000 for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer as part of my participation in the walk. 

The money raised goes to the Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Crusade, a 501(c)(3) public charity whose mission is to provide access to care and to work toward finding a cure. They provide funding to organizations all over the country in five areas: medical research, clinical care, support services, educational and advocacy seminars, and community-based, non-profit early detection breast health programs.

Please help to support me and the breast cancer cause by making a generous contribution to my efforts (Every bit counts!!). You can make your donation online by simply clicking here or on the link at the bottom of this message, which will bring you right to my personal page. Please remember as you're making your donation that in less than the time it took to read this e-mail, another woman in the U.S. was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Thank you for supporting me always, but especially in this challenge; you really do make a difference.

Click here to visit my personal page.
If the text above does not appear as a clickable link, you can visit the web address:
http://info.avonfoundation.org/site/TR?px=5441561&pg=personal&fr_id=1970&et=0Y-ZLYXaOz8far4Pa3jftg..&s_tafId=438075

Click here to view the team page for Simply the Breast
If the text above does not appear as a clickable link, you can visit the web address:
http://info.avonfoundation.org/site/TR?team_id=87370&pg=team&fr_id=1970&et=dWup4-wx6AfwzWXMPaA9Kg..&s_tafId=438075

 

Giddyup

Whippany Event Updates - August (Please pass along)…

"From there to here, and here to there, funny things are everywhere. " Dr. Seuss

 

Happy Friday –

 

Here's a list of things coming our way!

 

August

·         Saturday, 8/14 - Whippany VFW Post 5351 BBQ @ the Whippany VFW (1pm to sunset)

·         Sunday, 8/22 - Fundraiser for Bob Hall @ Bar A in Belmar for an old roommate's father diagnosed with stage 4  Glioblastoma (BBQ lunch and live music by the Chris Morrisy Band (1pm - 5pm)

 

September

·         Saturday, 9/4 - Boonton Labor Day State Parade & Carnival

·         Saturday, 9/11 - Remembrance Service & Candlelight Vigil @ the Morris County Fire & Police Academy (7pm)

·         Saturday, 9/11 - WPHS Wildcat Football 2nd Annual Beefsteak @ Whippany Park HS (6pm - 9pm) - Men only

·         Saturday, 9/18 - American Legion Pig Roast

·         Sunday, 9/26 - Run for Lesley - Motorcycle Charity Poker Run to support Lesley Dalton (Reg @ 9am & run leaves at 11am)

 

October

·         Sun, 10/3 - Whippany Fire Department Fund Drive

·         Mon, 10/ 4 - Hanover Township PTA Golf Outing @ Farmstead (Call Jen Heckler @ 973-818-9141

·         Saturday 10/16 & 10/17 - Avon Walk for Breast Cancer - NYC -- More to follow on this two day 4o mile walk for breast cancer where you can join our team or donate (Yup, I'm waling the 40 miles!!)

·         Saturday, 10/23 - 5th Annual Hanover Township FMBA Local 109 Beefsteak

 

 

Please let me know if you have any events coming up that you want me to add.  I will be sending this email out at the beginning of the month to local organizations that either I’m part of or friends of mine our part of.  It’s my goal to start spreading the word about our local events so that we can all enjoy them!!!  If you have any ideas on how I can improve this or want me to add anyone/anything else, please let me know!!!  We’re also going to post a list of these events on the Whippany Fire Departments webpage if you want to check there throughout the month for updates….

 

Hope you’re smiling and have a great evening!!!

 

Giddyup

Our brief afternoon of fame - 24 Hour Restaurant Battle...

Happy Saturday!

Sweet – The Food Network Show 24 Hour Restaurant Battle Lauren and I are going to be on is starting this week!!  It features dueling two-person teams of aspiring restaurateurs who have 24 hours to conceive, plan and open their own restaurants for one night with a prize of $10,000.  We’ll keep you posted because we’ll be on the season finale!!

 

Click here for the trailer: 24 Hour Restaurant Battle  

Here’s a bit more of a description…

On each team, one person handles front-of-house issues like decor, seating and service while the other manages back-of-house matters like menu planning, shopping and, of course, cooking. When the doors open, each restaurant serves a discerning group of diners, along with Scott and a rotating panel of judges representing three areas of expertise: restaurant marketer, restaurant reviewer and restaurant investor. Based on the restaurant's concept, execution and viability, the judges choose a winning team to receive $10,000 seed money toward realizing their dream.

 

Giddyup

For all of you that live in Hanover Township - Here's a list of things going on...

“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.”  Dr. Seuss

 

Happy Thursday –

 

Here's a list of things coming our way for all of you that live in Hanover Township!

 

July

• Monday, July 19th - HTWP Concerts in the Park @ Brickyard Field @ Bee Meadow Park: 7:30- 9:00pm - "Bobby and The Jets"

• Wednesday, July 21st WFD Golf Outing - Sky View Golf Club - Need golfers & sponsors - Click here for more info to be part of this fun day...

• Monday, July 26th - HTWP Concerts in the Park @ Brickyard Field @ Bee Meadow Park: 7:30- 9:00pm - "The Duprees"

 

August

• Tuesday, August 3rd - National Night Out @ Police Headquarters:   5:30 to 8:30
• Sunday, August 8th - Two Kids Foundation Charity Car Show @ The Birchwood Manor: 9am - 5pm

• Sunday, August 22nd - Fundraiser for Bob Hall @ Bar A in Belmar for an old roommate's father diagnosed with stage 4  Glioblastoma (BBQ lunch and live music by the Chris Morrisy Band: 1pm - 5pm

 

September

• Saturday, Sept 11th - 9/11 Ceremony
• Saturday, Sept 9/18 - American Legion Pig Roast

 

October

• Saturday Oct 16th and Sunday Oct 17th - Avon Walk for Breast Cancer - NYC -- More to follow on this two day 4o mile walk for breast cancer where you can join our team or donate

• Saturday, Oct 23rd - 5th Annual Hanover Township FMBA Local 109 Beefsteak

 

 

Please let me know if you have any events coming up that you want me to add.  I will be sending this email out at the beginning of the month to local organizations that either I’m part of or friends of mine our part of.  It’s my goal to start spreading the word about our local events so that we can all enjoy them!!!  If you have any ideas on how I can improve this or want me to add anyone/anything else, please let me know!!!  We’re also going to post a list of these events on the Whippany Fire Departments webpage if you want to check there throughout the month for updates….

 

Hope you’re smiling and have a great evening!!!

Giddyup

Whippany Fire Company Golf Outing - 7/21 @ Sky View Golf Club (Need players and sponsors)

Whippany Fire Company Golf Outing - Wednesday July 21st @ 9am

ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT

WHIPPANY FIRE CO.

Exciting times are in the future of the Whippany Fire Co.  As you may have heard, we are going to be relocating to another site.  For us, it is a time of planning, growth, and hard work.  This project underscores how important your financial support is to the Whippany Fire Company.  We expect the work and expenses of a new firehouse to be great.  We expect the benefits of a new firehouse to be even greater. 

Let us take this opportunity to thank you.  We may never get a chance to thank you in person and we do not want you to think that your efforts have gone unnoticed.  We are very proud of our firehouse and we strive to keep it a first class facility.  We have always been proud to serve you and look forward to serving you long into the future.

Please click on the below for the flyer and registration form or email me for more info!

Download WFDGolfFlyer2010

Schedule of Events

Registration/Breakfast -7:30AM

Shot Gun Start – 9:00AM

Buffet/Prizes to follow

Outing Fee is $125.⁰⁰ per Golfer

This Includes:

Bagels & Doughnuts

Golf / Cart

Light Lunch at the turn

Buffet Luncheon

Beer & Beverages

 

Mail your payment early to ensure your reservation at this sold-out event! All payments are due July 14, 2010

Sponsorship Opportunities

All sponsors will be recognized with signage & gratefully acknowledged.

LUNCH SPONSOR………….$2,000.⁰⁰

Recognition at lunch PLUS TWO foursomes

BREAKFAST SPONSOR........$1,000.⁰⁰

Recognition at continental breakfast PLUS one foursome

BEVERAGE/SNACK CART…..$750.⁰⁰

Sign on cart PLUS one foursome

CORPORATE GOLF PACKAGE..$650.⁰⁰

Sign at a hole PLUS one foursome

CONTEST HOLE SPONSORS...$200.⁰⁰

Longest drive, straightest drive, or closest to pin

HOLE SPONSORHIP…..….…..$125.⁰⁰

Sign at hole

Checks & Registration should be returned to:

Whippany Fire Company Golf Outing

Primary Election this Tuesday!! Vote for Schleifer, Francioli, Renner and Hansch!!!!

Happy Monday...

Many of you have asked me about the primary’s coming up this Tuesday 6/8 and who I’m supporting and for those of you that live near the high school, you may have even seen my name on the ballet for a county committee seat!

 

So, here’s my 2 cents worth…

 

It’s extremely important that you and your families get out and vote because we need to ensure that we have business minded individuals representing our town who are proactive in forming partnerships with organizations that are or will become a good tax ratable for our town.  Just as important as this, we need individuals who show high moral character and do not succumb to lower their standards to try and win an election!!

 

*** Township Committee (Two positions): ***

 

Ken Schleifer – I’ve known Kenny for many years through the fire department and he has a true understanding of how business operates and what is needed to form lasting relationships which allow him to achieve his goals in a manner beneficial to all parties involved. For more info, click here…

 

Ron Francioli – I’ve come to know Ron more recently as he’s been an instrumental part of the relocation of our firehouse.  The dedication and insight he has shown has been invaluable and through this experience, I can understand why he’s been elected to the NJ Mayors Hall of Fame!! For more info, click here…

*** County Committee***

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(This is a committee which allows our town’s voices to be heard on the County, State and National level): Two positions for each district in Hanover (1 male / 1 female) - Maria & I are running for our district #6 (people who vote at WPHS)

 

Henry Hansch III – Yup, that’s me and if you want to know more about me, click here…

 

Maria Renner – (Write in vote needed) – The new comer and here’s a quick bio - She’s currently active on the Hanover Economic Development Advisory Committee as well as the Boards of the Morris County Economic Development Corporation, New Jersey Aviation Association and the Morristown Aviation Association. She’s been working at Morristown Airport for almost 19 years and is the Sr. Director of Operations and Government Affairs. Since she is a Hanover resident and works at the airport that is actually located in our Township, she has strived for striking a balance between the quality of life for the residents and the economic opportunities that the airport can bring. And on top of this she has a 6 year old in our school system so she’s very in tune with what our youth need!!!  Unfortunately , we did not file a petition for Maria so this is why we have to do a write in. For more info about Maria, click here…

 

Note: In order for you to cast a “write in” vote for Maria, you need to go to the write in section of the Republican County Committee (FEMALE) and then type in “Maria Renner”.  The name will display to the left of the keyboard and when you are finished, press enter. I know, I know – It’s a bit of a challenge – though I have faith you can remember this and not break the voting machine!!!!

 

Over Communication...

As we try to please all parties involved when it comes to making a decision on a project - are we actually hurting ourselves?

A friend of mine passed along the following article written by Joel Spolsky that talks about this dilemma and the consequences.  

We all know that it's important to get everyone on board, though this article may make you think twice before you send your email out to your entire mailing list or go ahead and invite someone to the meeting so they dont feel left out...

Click here to read the full article - A Little Less Conversation

Giddyup

Have you met Samuel Shazam yet?

G'day all -

Let me introduce you to my friend Samuel Shazam. His sole purpose in life to bring laughter and smiles wherever he goes, and he does go everywhere. You see, there are many Shazams in this wonderful world which enables him to maximize the amount of smiles he can spread. He joins his friends as they adventure and when they see something they think will make someone smile, they snap a picture with Shazam and share it!! He is now asking you to do the same.  To join the fun and get your very own Shazam, please check out his facebook site or send him an email at shazampictures@gmail.com ...

Giddyup

Its amazing what happens when you practice and enjoy what you do...

Happy Sunday!!!

Aristotle said "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence therefore is not an act, but a Habit".  How many of you want to get in shape, play an instrument or advance in your career?  Now the next question is if you let your Lizard Brain (Seth Godin reference) hold you back and fall prey to your excuses.  Or do you set a goal for yourself and everyday chip away at it until before you know it, you've mastered it and find a new ways to challenge yourself.

Attached is a video of three youngsters that have learned this at a young age.  And the reason it comes so easy to them is because they truly enjoy what they are doing!!!

What can you become excellent at??

Giddyup