It seems impossible now, but before my son was born, my knowledge of Down syndrome was limited to a few volunteer experiences in high school and the 1980s drama “Life Goes On.” Fast forward eight years, and it seems half of my friends are connected in some way to Down syndrome. Everywhere I go, I … Continued
By, Lauren Kolacki If an unforeseen circumstance arose would you be financially secure? If an economic depression hit or a natural disaster occurred, would you have a backup plan? Mark Evans, Executive Director for Stream, can finally say he would be prepared, but his situation hasn’t always been that way. For twelve years Mark worked as … Continued
The Teal Tea Foundation Spreads Ovarian Cancer Awareness One Fundraiser at a Time By Abigail Urban Have you ever spotted teal ribbons tied around trees in your local town during September? These decorations might have been placed by the Teal Tea Foundation, whish is a foundation that raises awareness of ovarian cancer and raises money … Continued
By, Lauren Kolacki From the first day of school until the day our children turn 18, our main goal is getting them through the awkward stages of puberty and the challenges that accompany high school. We expect good grades and even better decisions regarding peer pressure and their future. That is not necessarily the case … Continued
Who doesn’t enjoy a great movie? Going to the movies is fun! Movies allows us to experience a life that we may never really get to experience by placing ourselves on the shoes of the characters on the movie being watched. Movies are an escape from reality. Here are some hitting theaters soon. Friday, October … Continued
As two longtime volunteers of Susan G. Komen Central and South Jersey (Komen CSNJ), Janet Marzocca and Scott Present go above and beyond in their roles, working side-by-side with staff, survivors, other volunteers and donors to make the organiza- tion’s annual walk event special, memorable and meaningful. “I have been privileged to work with so … Continued
By Abigail Urban The Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice (BRCSJ) is a non-profit dedicated to providing a safe environment and educational space for people of every background. Chief Activist Robt Seda-Schreiber and his colleagues make it their goal to protect and respect all people, from the LGBTQIA community, to immigrants and to those of … Continued
By Abigail Urban The Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice (BRCSJ) is a non-profit dedicated to providing a safe environment and educational space for people of every background. Chief Activist Robt Seda-Schreiber and his colleagues make it their goal to protect and respect all people, from the LGBTQIA community, to immigrants and to those of … Continued
Save the date: Sunday September 23rd, just around the corner!!!!!!!!! By Pam Teel The first annual psychic fundraiser is being held at the Baird Homestead at 24 Baird Road, Millstone Township. It is being hosted by the Friends of Millstone Reg- istered Historical Properties. The time is 11:00 am to5:00 pm. Please join us and … Continued
FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE RAISED MORE THAN $19,000 FROM ITS “CASINO NIGHT” FUNDRAISER Millstone Township Foundation for Educational Excellence (MTFEE) raised more than $19,000 from its Fifth “Casino Night.” MTFEE is a non-profit organization devoted to funding grants for items that nurture extraordinary educational experiences for every student in the Millstone Township Public Schools and are … Continued