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Ongoing through 02.08 Anything GoesWinner of 3 Tony Awards and 5 Drama Desk Awards, this show is a sure hit for anyone who appreciates great song and dance. Climb aboard and sail on this high seas musical adventure. Suitable for all audiences. Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets: $28. Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway, Pitman. 856-384-8381. www.thebroadwaytheatre.org.

02.04 - 03.11 Tiny Tots Obstacle Course Looking for something active for your 3-5 year old? This 30-minute class will build motor skills and coordination. 6 p.m. Price: $18 Member, $24 Non-Member. RiverWinds Community Center, 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford. riverwinds.govoffice.com.

02.04 - 03.11 Kids Obstacle Course Get kids active with this indoor obstacle course night. Children will start with a warm-up and stretch followed by fun obstacle course activities to get them moving. Class will finish with a cool down and stretch. Ages 6 to 12. 6:30 p.m. Price: $18 Member, $24 Non-Member. RiverWinds Community Center, 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford. riverwinds.govoffice.com.

02.04 James Baldwin, “The Price of a Ticket” and “The Fire Within” with Dr. Wayne GlaskerIf all you know of James Baldwin is his literature, you’ll be fascinated to hear about his activism career. In addition to the discussion, Dr. Glasker will present a segment of the film “The Price of a Ticket” and read an excerpt from Baldwin’s book “The Fire Next Time.” 6 p.m. Free. Woodbury Public Library, 33 Delaware Street. 856-845-2611.

02.05 Evening Pajama StorytimeChildren, ages 3 to 8, with a caregiver are invited to attend this “sweet” storytime. Wear your favorite pajamas and slippers. Bring a storytime pal and listen to Valentine stories and create a craft. 6:15 - 7 p.m. Registration is required. 1584 Coles Mill Road in Franklinville. 856-694-2833.

02.05 - 03.26 Yoga for KidsPartner poses, group games, self-awareness and respect for others are emphasized in this fun and creative class. Children will learn a variety of techniques and exercises to help them relax and calm their minds, as well as build strength, increase flexibility and improve coordination. Ages 6 to 12. 6 p.m. Price: $18 Member, $24 Non-Member. RiverWinds Community Center, 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford. riverwinds.govoffice.com.

02.06 Daddy and Me Art NightA great way to share time with someone you love. Build and create a unique birdhouse that feathered friends would love to visit. It also makes a great gift for Valentine’s Day. 6:30 p.m. Price: Members: $20 for parent and child, each additional child $3. RiverWinds Community Center, 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford. riverwinds.govoffice.com.

02.11 The 7:00 Society for grades 6 thru 12Labyrinth building is on the agenda for this month. Join in “installing” one in the library and learn how to make some more portable ones, too. 7 p.m. Woodbury Public Library, 33 Delaware Street. 856-845-2611.

02.12 Kids Canvas Board Valentines CraftValentine’s Day art craft for toddlers or young kid. “Love” with child’s handprint. Painted on a canvas hung with ribbon super glued on back. 6:30 p.m. Ages 5 to 12. Price: $10 Member, $12 Non-Member. RiverWinds Community Center, 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford. riverwinds.govoffice.com.

O2.14 & 15 Wine and Chocolate Wine Trail WeekendWineries across the state celebrate Valentine’s Day with this weekend-long event. Look for numerous Gloucester County wineries to host special tastings full of unique samples and sweet treats and live entertainment. www.newjerseywines.com.

02.18 Philadelphia Quakers and the Antislavery Movementwith Brian TempleAuthor Brian Temple discusses his most recent book “Philadelphia Quakers and the Antislavery Movement.” 7 p.m. Woodbury Public Library, 33 Delaware Street. 856-845-2611.

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02.19 Big Bang Board Game Night with Tiki Tiki Bring a friend, bring the fam, bring a sense of adventure and a desire to WIN! Learn a new game with Tiki pros or play an old favorite for a fun-filled evening. 6:30 p.m. Free. Woodbury Public Library, 33 Delaware Street. 856-845-2611.

02.19 Discover SCUBAInterested in SCUBA but don’t want to commit to the Open Water certification just yet? “Get your feet wet” with Discover SCUBA. This introduction to diving allows participants to get familiar with the equipment and feeling of breathing underwater all while under the careful supervision of a PADI certified SCUBA instructor. Offered on the third Thursday of the month from 6:30 - 9 p.m. in the Lap Pool. A one time fee of $40.00 is payable prior to participation at least 24 hours prior to the activity. RiverWinds Community Center, 1000 RiverWinds Drive, West Deptford. riverwinds.govoffice.com.

02.19 Wine 101 ClassLearn more about wine basics and increase your wine knowledge. Class will be fun, educational and a great experience to share with a friend. 7 - 8:30 p.m. Heritage Vineyards, 480 Mullica Hill Road, Mullica Hill. www.heritagewinenj.com.

02.20 & 02.21 CinderellaThe Broadway Theatre of Pitman’s live Children’s Theatre calls fantasy and imagination to the stage with performances designed by Mr. Malcolm to educate, entertain, and inspire. These Children’s Theatre productions are best appreciated by children ages 3 to 9. Using a mix of creative sets, music and live actors, each one-hour performance is filled with audience participation. Showtimes are 10 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday. $7 General Admission, $9 Reserved Seating. Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway. www.thebroadwaytheatre.org.

02.21 The Hit Men: Featuring Former Stars of The Four SeasonsExperience a look back through rock and roll history featuring former members of all-star acts like Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and Tommy James and the Shondells, performing classic favorites The Hit Men are known for regaling audiences with stories of the road and recording sessions with icons of the ‘60s and ‘70s. Opening act is comedian Dave Konig. 8 p.m. Tickets: $40. Broadway Theatre of Pitman, 43 S. Broadway Pitman. 856-384-8381. www.thebroadwaytheatre.org.

02.25 The Early History of South Jersey Railroads with Nick FrankunasCome on a ride through time with this family friendly presentation that covers everything from building the rails to what the trains carried. 7 p.m. Free. Woodbury Public Library, 33 Delaware Street. 856-845-2611.

02.26 The Civil War: A Film by Ken Burns: Part 2 with Dr. Diane TurnerJoin us for Part 2 of our year-long monthly showing of Ken Burns’ Civil War documentary. Each episode is approximately one hour and our guided viewing will include post-show discussion with Dr. Diane Turner. 7 p.m. Free. For more information, visit www.woodburylibrary.org. Funded by The Gloucester County Cultural and Heritage Commission. Woodbury Public Library, 33 Delaware Street. 856-845-2611.

02.26 Painting on The PatioPaint a seasonal wine picture that you can proudly hang in your house. Don’t know how to paint? Don’t worry – an artist from Paint Tyme will be here to help! All supplies and step-by-step instructions will be provided for you to create your own unique masterpiece. 7 - 8:30 p.m. Heritage Vineyards, 480 Mullica Hill Road, Mullica Hill. www.heritagewinenj.com.

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SCHOOL SPIRIT Families took advantage of the Scholastic Book Fair at Thomas E. Bowe School’s Family Night. Glassboro

fifth-grader Boston Barger and his mother, Deb Barger, check out fiction and non-fiction books.

Thomas E. Bowe School student Shaliyah Hall (left) and her mother, Sahlilyah Hall (center), shared a laugh during a game of Credit and Debit Bingo in teacher Adrianna Stowman’s (right) room during the school’s Family Fun Night.

family

Orchard Valley Middle School Future Acts volunteers pose for a photo prior to stuffing boxes as part of the “Gobble Up Hunger” drive.

friends

Ray Anderson, principal of Whitman Elementary School in Sewell, crosses the reading finish line. As part of The Principal’s Challenge of the Pizza Hut

BOOK IT! Program’s National Young Readers Week celebration, Anderson was challenged to read to all 23 classes at Whitman in a single day.

More than $1,100 was raised to

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by Washington Township High

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SCHOOL SPIRIT Families took advantage of the Scholastic Book Fair at Thomas E. Bowe School’s Family Night. Glassboro

fifth-grader Boston Barger and his mother, Deb Barger, check out fiction and non-fiction books.

Thomas E. Bowe School student Shaliyah Hall (left) and her mother, Sahlilyah Hall (center), shared a laugh during a game of Credit and Debit Bingo in teacher Adrianna Stowman’s (right) room during the school’s Family Fun Night.

family

Orchard Valley Middle School Future Acts volunteers pose for a photo prior to stuffing boxes as part of the “Gobble Up Hunger” drive.

friends

Ray Anderson, principal of Whitman Elementary School in Sewell, crosses the reading finish line. As part of The Principal’s Challenge of the Pizza Hut

BOOK IT! Program’s National Young Readers Week celebration, Anderson was challenged to read to all 23 classes at Whitman in a single day.

More than $1,100 was raised to

benefit “Stand up One More Time,”

a philanthropic effort started

by Washington Township High

School’s DECA Club at its fourth annual

DECA Volleyball Tournament.

Champions Team Chuckles included

Jake Tafel, Kevin Beal, Michael

Simmons, Michael Smethurt and TJ

Santos.Team Monsters, Inc.,

won the prize for best costumes.

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Widener University and NBC 10 recently selected Glassboro High School Junior Angelina Hodson as a winner of the Widener University High School Leadership Award. The awards program recognizes students throughout the region who demonstrate leadership qualities. As part of the award process, Angelina will be honored at a National Constitution Center Ceremony in March and will receive an invitation to leadership training at Widener University in the fall of 2015, along with a $20,000 scholarship to the school. Hodson (right) is pictured with GHS Guidance Counselor Marybeth Ragozzino.

Over the past two months, the Animal Advocates Club at Rowan University at Gloucester County has been collecting donations for six local animal shelters. This is the fourth year that the college community has come together to contribute a variety of pet items, such as food, towels, toys, beds and cleaning products for their four-footed friends.

Club Advisor Melissa Norbeck (right) and student Alyssa Jackson (left) helped to organize this year’s drive, filling three car loads with pet supplies and making deliveries to the Gloucester and Camden County Animal Shelters, Animal Welfare Association and Animal Orphanage in Voorhees, Animal Adoption Center in Lindenwold and Salem County Humane Society.

Students in Mrs. Kiki Pecheux’s French classes at Bunker Hill Middle School celebrated La Fête des Rois – Three Kings Day. Madame Pecheux’s first period sixth-grade class show off their crowns on La Fête des Rois.

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Seasonal vegetables are always featured in Maria ’s cooking.

Maria ’s Pasta Night is a coverted favorite of Gloucester seniors.

The DeMagistris, a family of close-knit Italians, has a long history of making memories over specia l dinners.

Patrons love Maria ’s home delivered meals of classic Italian comfort food.

Maria ’s parents are the driving force behind her community outreach to area seniors.

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Maria’s parents are the driving force behind her community outreach to area seniors.

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It all begins with a Friday phone call. Maria DeMagistris rings one of her patrons and asks her what she would like for dinner...next Tuesday. It’s a phone call that many seniors in Gloucester County cherish. This isn’t your standard rushed takeout order call. Maria stays on the line for some time catching up. She says she calls to keep in touch and converse about day-to-day events, and let each of her customers know they are not forgotten. And with the call ending, one more senior in the county looks forward to her dinner arriving on “Pasta Tuesday.”

In 2009, Maria embarked on a mission: to create a dinner delivery service for the community, particularly older residents who were homebound and didn’t receive many well-prepared meals...or visitors. Pasta Tuesday, a dinner service for the local senior citizens of Washington Township, Sewell, Turnersville and surrounding areas, was born.

With a grandmother from Naples, Italy, Maria grew up in a close-knit Italian family. Passed down from generations before, Maria now incorporates the knowledge and skills of cooking Italian, but for a much larger audience than her grandmother probably ever could have imagined. The love Maria holds for her family, and for food, has now blossomed into spreading that joy of cooking to the seniors in her Gloucester County community.

Maria cooks in memory of her beloved parents. Her father, a World War II veteran, received a Bronze Star, and her mother, Maria says, was a woman who cooked with her heart and soul. The loss of her parents has inspired her to help others, turning grief into triumph.

“My happiness comes from having the two most beautiful parents who gave me such a great foundation,” says Maria.

Her parents would be proud of her today, with all she is currently contributing to the community and the success of Pasta Tuesday. Not looking to make a profit, Maria hopes the cooking endeavor will make an impact on older residents who need the most help.

Her family’s Italian culture is at the heart of the food she prepares. Maria is known for her passion, which translates in her meals. She works to accommodate the dietary needs of seniors while keeping the flavors authentic, skillfully adjusting recipes to keep salt, sugar and fat quantities in check, being mindful that many of her diners suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes or heart conditions.

Maria’s loving attitude isn’t just about making great food. She says caring for seniors is at the heart of the business. She wants to make a positive impact on the community. Every meal is hand delivered with a visit and a smile, always using the freshest ingredients and served hot. Any meal Maria cooks is $8, no tip needed.

“Pasta Tuesday’s dinners are more than sustenance. The meal becomes a special dinner, a visit and a memory,” adds Maria.

Pasta Tuesday’s menu offers a wide variety of authentic Italian choices. She focuses on proteins like chicken, shrimp and pork in her meals, working to create healthy, tasty offerings. Popular entrees include Chicken Scallopini, Italian Fried Shrimp and Maria’s famous Cream Puffs. Traditional items like ravioli, lasagna, broccoli rabe and vegetable medley bring the whole meal together. Maria also offers many side dishes, along with different types of sauces that will satisfy many different tastes.

Maria is also in the process of a cookbook; preserving her parents’ legacy and helping to keep the family’s culture alive. Her family is also very active in the business. She is the proud mother of three children who support her charitable endeavors. Her son, David, a professional animator, is especially active in the business, volunteering his time to help his mother cook and deliver each meal.

Maria DeMagistris has shown us all that our memories do not die with the people we love, they live on through our actions...and in Maria’s case, in the dishes she delivers. She also looks forward to one day offering Pasta Tuesday to the surrounding New Jersey townships, and to starting up cooking classes for the community to enjoy.

For more information or to become a recipient of Pasta Tuesday’s deliveries, email Maria at [email protected].

GETTING SERVEDMaria DeMagistris…

filling stomachs and warming hearts

Story: Kiersten Westley Photos: courtesy of Maria DeMagistris

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Seasonal vegetables are always featured in Maria ’s cooking.

Maria ’s Pasta Night is a coverted favorite of Gloucester seniors.

The DeMagistris, a family of close-knit Italians, has a long history of making memories over specia l dinners.

Patrons love Maria ’s home delivered meals of classic Italian comfort food.

Maria ’s parents are the driving force behind her community outreach to area seniors.

a Visit and

The meal becomes“

Memory“special Dinner,

a

a

Maria’s parents are the driving force behind her community outreach to area seniors.

Maria DeMagistris cooks with love.

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Glassboro is a town undergoing a huge makeover with lots of new construction transforming the look of the college town. This building boom has meant great things for the area. “Rowan Boulevard has already created almost 300 permanent jobs, in addition to hundreds of construction jobs for the eight buildings on the new thorofare,” says Gloucester County Freeholder Heather Simmons. “The redevelopment project continues to be New Jersey’s largest municipal project of its kind and is expected to generate $5 million in new annual ratables within the next several years.”

One of the most dramatic parts of this redevelopment project is the construction on the Town Square (at the corner of Main and High Streets) which begins this spring. A fundraising campaign is underway for a 1.75-acre park, which will play host to large-scale community events while providing an outdoor activity spot for locals. “Community events are an important component of downtown redevelopment, attracting regional audiences to patronize our businesses and creating a vibrant, college-town setting,” adds Glassboro Councilwoman Anna Miller. There will be an arts pavillion, a memorial to Glassboro Veterans and to the Glassboro Fire Department (which was originally located on the park site).

Construction is set to be completed by July on Rowan Boulevard’s third mixed use building. 220 Rowan Boulevard is six stories and includes a joint medical space for Inspira and Cooper, along with 119 student apartments, 57 luxury penthouse apartments, and retail space on the first floor. “High quality, conveniently located medical facilities are a much needed addition to downtown Glassboro,” says Mayor Leo J. McCabe. “It is an important component of redevelopment as these services bring good jobs and build density to serve our businesses and restaurants.” Even more retail,

office and residential construction is planned for the boulevard.

Arts and culture are a major focus of Glassboro’s redevelopment initiatives. Look for more fun, more entertainment and more happenings coming out of the town. The Theatre Redevelopment Project for example looks to give a modern-day face-lift to the old Roxy Theater site on East High Street. The new facility will anchor the Arts & Entertainment District, providing mixed-use arts and entertainment spaces that are sure to bring new audiences to Glassboro. Rowan University has also acquired a building on West High Street at Ellis Street which it plans to convert into an art exhibit and office space, contributing to creating a robust Arts & Entertainment District.

Glassboro is becoming a prime location for retail merchants and offices, with a mix of familiar names in retail along with some novel newcomers. Rowan Boulevard and downtown businesses include the 129-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Barnes & Noble Superstore, Treasures on Broadway boutique, the Boulevard Salon and Forever Young Emporium. Eateries include Think Greek Grill, Green Zebra, PRIME Burger, Grilly Cheese, Studio 24 Scoops & More and Little Beefs. Also, HFM Investment Strategies and the Gloucester County Chamber of Commerce have opened new offices on Rowan Boulevard. Rowan University’s College of Graduate and Continuing Education is also located on the Boulevard. “Rowan Boulevard brings young professionals, graduate students and residents downtown all hours of the day, every day of the week, boosting economic activity for downtown merchants,” says Business Development Director Ronda Abbruzzese.

| Story by Jacqueline Rupp | Photos courtesy of the Borough of Glassboro

NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHTGLASSBORO

Glassboro may be known as the home to Rowan University, but originally the town did live up to its name, meaning “Glass Works in the Woods.” In centuries past, glass making was the driving force of the area. Glassboro now has become much more known as a hub of education than of glass making. And today the town is marking another transformation, into a cultural center for South Jersey, with many new additions to the area coming soon. If Glassboro had a slogan, today, it would be “more to come” as the area is on the brink of big changes and new additions.


“The area is on the brink of big changes and new additions.”


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Glassboro is a town undergoing a huge makeover with lots of new construction transforming the look of the college town. This building boom has meant great things for the area. “Rowan Boulevard has already created almost 300 permanent jobs, in addition to hundreds of construction jobs for the eight buildings on the new thorofare,” says Gloucester County Freeholder Heather Simmons. “The redevelopment project continues to be New Jersey’s largest municipal project of its kind and is expected to generate $5 million in new annual ratables within the next several years.”

One of the most dramatic parts of this redevelopment project is the construction on the Town Square (at the corner of Main and High Streets) which begins this spring. A fundraising campaign is underway for a 1.75-acre park, which will play host to large-scale community events while providing an outdoor activity spot for locals. “Community events are an important component of downtown redevelopment, attracting regional audiences to patronize our businesses and creating a vibrant, college-town setting,” adds Glassboro Councilwoman Anna Miller. There will be an arts pavillion, a memorial to Glassboro Veterans and to the Glassboro Fire Department (which was originally located on the park site).

Construction is set to be completed by July on Rowan Boulevard’s third mixed use building. 220 Rowan Boulevard is six stories and includes a joint medical space for Inspira and Cooper, along with 119 student apartments, 57 luxury penthouse apartments, and retail space on the first floor. “High quality, conveniently located medical facilities are a much needed addition to downtown Glassboro,” says Mayor Leo J. McCabe. “It is an important component of redevelopment as these services bring good jobs and build density to serve our businesses and restaurants.” Even more retail,

office and residential construction is planned for the boulevard.

Arts and culture are a major focus of Glassboro’s redevelopment initiatives. Look for more fun, more entertainment and more happenings coming out of the town. The Theatre Redevelopment Project for example looks to give a modern-day face-lift to the old Roxy Theater site on East High Street. The new facility will anchor the Arts & Entertainment District, providing mixed-use arts and entertainment spaces that are sure to bring new audiences to Glassboro. Rowan University has also acquired a building on West High Street at Ellis Street which it plans to convert into an art exhibit and office space, contributing to creating a robust Arts & Entertainment District.

Glassboro is becoming a prime location for retail merchants and offices, with a mix of familiar names in retail along with some novel newcomers. Rowan Boulevard and downtown businesses include the 129-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Barnes & Noble Superstore, Treasures on Broadway boutique, the Boulevard Salon and Forever Young Emporium. Eateries include Think Greek Grill, Green Zebra, PRIME Burger, Grilly Cheese, Studio 24 Scoops & More and Little Beefs. Also, HFM Investment Strategies and the Gloucester County Chamber of Commerce have opened new offices on Rowan Boulevard. Rowan University’s College of Graduate and Continuing Education is also located on the Boulevard. “Rowan Boulevard brings young professionals, graduate students and residents downtown all hours of the day, every day of the week, boosting economic activity for downtown merchants,” says Business Development Director Ronda Abbruzzese.

| Story by Jacqueline Rupp | Photos courtesy of the Borough of Glassboro


Glassboro may be known as the home to Rowan University, but originally the town did live up to its name, meaning “Glass Works in the Woods.” In centuries past, glass making was the driving force of the area. Glassboro now has become much more known as a hub of education than of glass making. And today the town is marking another transformation, into a cultural center for South Jersey, with many new additions to the area coming soon. If Glassboro had a slogan, today, it would be “more to come” as the area is on the brink of big changes and new additions.


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Check out The South Jersey Museum of American History and its look back...WAY back in time as it presents a Fossil Exhibit running from February 14 through March 28th. This exhibit will cover all the periods from the Precambrian through the Quaternary (that means really really old for you non-paleontologists out there). It will contain select fossils representing the geological and biological changes occurring on Earth over the past 1.5 billion years. As an added coolness factor, an emphasis will be placed on fossils found in South Jersey, so you can check out what your ancient neighbors looked like. The museum is located at 123 E. High Street in Glassboro.

Look forward to...Glassboro hosts many exciting events throughout the year. Here’s a few not to miss:

Memorial Day Parade (05/25) on High Street. A Glassboro tradition for nearly one hundred years.

Cruise Night and Car Show (09/04) held along Downtown Glassboro’s Rowan Boulevard. This juried show includes more than 300 cars lining the streets and attracts thousands of attendees.

Saint Anthony’s Italian Festival (09/19) on Rowan Boulevard.This authentic Italian Street Fair features food, entertainment and culture for the 10,000 visitors that normally attend each year.

Glassboro Craft Beer Festival (10/03) again, on Rowan Boulevard. Landmark Americana hosts this festival, which includes dozens of craft beers from around the country.

Glassboro Unity Day (10/10) throughout Downtown Glassboro, is a community celebration geared to the entire family.

Glassboro and Rowan Present Boro in Lights (12/04) Rounding out the year, this traditional winter festival includes a fire truck parade, tree lighting with Santa Claus, holiday music, and lots of hot chocolate!

Examples of fossilized mammal teeth on exhibit at The South Jersey Museum of American History. From left to right: from the Pleistocene Epoch - Wooly Mammoth and Mastodon; from the Pliocene Epoch - Rhinoceros, Horse and Camel.


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NewYou2015

While many of our best intentioned

resolutions may have dwindled away,

there’s still time to redirect that self-

improvement motivation to action.

Here we chat with a few local experts

to get you looking and feeling

better… head to toe…and all points

in between.

Starting at the top

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It’s winter, the air is dry, temperatures are harsh, and many days our do’s are suffering from a bad case of hat hair. We visited Frank Rizzieri owner of Rizzieri Salon in Sewell to give us some help to get our locks out of the winter doldrums.

Frank is a nationally recognized stylist, colorist and beauty consultant and the visionary behind Rizzieri, two award winning salons, a celebrated day spa, two respected schools of cosmetology and massage and a rapidly growing management consulting firm. He is known in the beauty industry as a top stylist, and was recognized as North American Hair Stylist of the Year in 1989, 1990, and again in 1993. Frank has worked with international designers such as Helmut Lang and Calvin Klein, and with major product manufacturers. His creative approach to beauty has been captured on magazine covers and in articles in numerous national magazines such as Mademoiselle, Cosmopolitan, British Elle and, Australian Elle. Here’s his advice!.

What are a few ideas you have for a new look in the new year in terms of hair?A new look in terms of hair is all about subtle changes. Such as if you part your hair in the middle, change your part. If you don’t have a bang, cut a bang or fringe. In color, go a little lighter or change the tone. A subtle change can help make a whole new look without having to be drastic.

What is one product we should make sure we have in our beauty cabinet?You should have a leave in conditioner.

What are some therapies available for thinning hair?Thinning hair is a tough topic, and a lot of therapy can be provided with product. Aveda has an amazing line called Invanti that has been proven to be extremely effective. To add immediate thickness and volume to your hair you can add extensions such as Vomor.

What about for severely damaged hair? Do you have any treatments for that? Treatments for severely damaged hair would start off with a fresh cut. By removing the damage and starting with a fresh canvas to maintain with quality products such as Aveda Damage Remedy. Once you cut the damaged hair and start treating it, you need to start a consistent daily regimen to maintain a healthy look, which includes follow up cuts. What are three new hair habits we should all pick up in the new year?1. Keeping your visits to the salon at no more than 6 weeks for cuts and color. 2. If you have mid length to long length hair, you need to get into a proper regimen of using a comb or wetbrush to work through your hair along with leave in conditioner to help conserve your hair from getting split ends. 3. If you are going into the sun, be sure to cover your hair with a hat because it will protect your hair from the sun’s harmful rays and as an added bonus it will protect your skin. How can we help protect and repair hair from winter dryness?Be on a strict salon schedule along with receiving salon professional treatments when you receive any color service or hair cut. What are some new trends for the new year?Some trends from haircut perspective is disconnected cuts that will give your hair more volume. For color, undone color is hot, anything that doesn’t look “perfect” whether it be lighter on the ends or darker on the ends.


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Climbing the narrow stairs from Sheryl’s Hair Essentials Salon to Brenda Plazio’s Reflexology studio in Pitman, one is greeted by two things. First there’s the calming scent of lavender that fills your lungs as you enter the room, which is immediately followed by Plazio’s welcoming smile. More like a girlfriend you would want to sit down with to share coffee and gossip than a clinician, Plazio immediately makes you feel at home and comfortable in her sunny second floor studio, a spa/Victorian drawing room hybrid. The centerpiece of this space is the zero gravity chair where Plazio performs her reflexology on clients who come from all parts of South Jersey and Pennsylvania for her therapies. Sitting in the chair is like perching atop a cloud and it’s easy to see why Plazio says that many clients can’t help but fall asleep during their foot-focused sessions.

“A lot of people don’t know what reflexology is,” explained Plazio. “Many times they think it’s just a foot rub, so why not just go for a whole body massage rather than one that just focuses on the feet.” But Plazio is quick to point out reflexology is so much more than a massage. It’s a therapy that has been around for over 5,000 years and Plazio said that while it has been popular for many decades in the UK and Austrailia, here in the states we’re just starting to catch up on appreciating its benefits.

“There are over 7,000 nerve endings in the bottom of the feet. They’re connected to all the different organs and systems of our bodies. A reflexologist manipulates different points and reflexes using different thumb and

Down to the toes: Reflexologyfinger techniques that causes a physiological response in the body, causing the body to relax,” explained Plazio. She added that reflexology can work out deposits and release toxins. “It lowers blood pressure and increases circulation.” Plazio said she’s had great success with clients with sciatic nerve pain and chronic pain issues, adding that if your only other option is a course of medication, it may be worth it to give reflexology a try before going on a course of prescription drugs.

Another area that Plazio is enjoying success with is her repro-reflexology program, designed to help women with fertility issues. With three of Plazio’s clients having recently conceived, Plazio described the outcomes as nothing short of amazing.

Plazio, who was in the 9 to 5 office cubicle regimen for decades decided a few years back that she wanted to do something different with her life. Reflexology, she said, allows her to do what she’s always wanted with her life: directly help people and improve their lives. To her friends and family who asked, “Do you really want to spend your day touching people’s feet?” Plazio said it’s become second nature and that all she thinks about is how she can help someone with their healing process, whether that be from chronic pain, depression, fibromyalgia, infertility or any number of other ailments she addresses. With warmed towels, the aforementioned cloud chair, and being left with as Plazio described it “feelings of complete relaxation and wellbeing,” it must be hard for feet to want to leave.

It’s hard for many of us to decide when a weight issue has gone from a cosmetic concern to a health risk. Dr. Lisa Medvetz, director of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery at Lourdes Medical said weight loss surgery can be an extremely helpful tool for people who just can’t seem to lose the extra weight. Medvetz said it’s very easy to gain more weight over a number of years than it is possible to lose with just a new diet and workout. She advises patients that this is when weight loss surgery can literally be a lifesaver.

In general, Medvetz said obesity is a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 to 35 and morbid obesity is a BMI greater than 40 or a BMI of 35 to 40 with related medical issues like sleep apnea, diabetes, hypertension.

“Usually what people see is they’re gaining weight,” explained Medvetz. “They’re gaining but they’re trying to lose it, so they go on a diet. Diets do not work! They may work one to two percent of the time, but people usually see themselves gaining.”

She cautioned that any one of us can run into an obesity problem. “If you put on five pounds over the holidays, but you do that for ten years, that’s quite a lot of weight. It can be very insidious. Say you gain ten pounds a year, in five years, you’re overweight.”

All over: Bariatric/Metabolic Surgery Medvetz added that at a certain point the

challenge becomes too much to take on alone. “What typically happens is someone gains weight over a number of years, they can’t lose the weight, and they keep gaining. Their doctor starts mentioning losing weight, but they can’t lose it, then they start developing these associated health issues, like sleep apnea, like diabetes, and then surgery really becomes the only option.” She added that studies have shown it is extremely difficult to lose more than 10 percent of your excess body weight through diet and exercise alone. “So if you have 100 pounds to lose, that’s not going to get you very far, very few people can lose that type of weight on their own.”

Medvetz said choosing weight loss surgery is not a short cut or easy out for people who are overweight. She said her patients not only exhibit a lot of courage in their decision, but the surgery is only successful when it’s paired, like her program does, with psychological support to address food-dependency issues and lifestyle changes. “When people finally decide to have the weight loss surgery, they have to commit to the lifestyle changes. It’s not a one-day quick fix, it’s an entire lifestyle change.”

| Story by Jacqueline Rupp | Photos provided by Rizzieri Salon and Lourdes Health| Rizzieri Salon, 239 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road, Sewell, www.rizzieri.com| Brenda Plazio Reflexology, 26 E. Holly Avenue, Pitman, www.BrendaPlazioReflexology.com| Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County, 218A Sunset Road, Willingboro, www.lourdesnet.org


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Climbing the narrow stairs from Sheryl’s Hair Essentials Salon to Brenda Plazio’s Reflexology studio in Pitman, one is greeted by two things. First there’s the calming scent of lavender that fills your lungs as you enter the room, which is immediately followed by Plazio’s welcoming smile. More like a girlfriend you would want to sit down with to share coffee and gossip than a clinician, Plazio immediately makes you feel at home and comfortable in her sunny second floor studio, a spa/Victorian drawing room hybrid. The centerpiece of this space is the zero gravity chair where Plazio performs her reflexology on clients who come from all parts of South Jersey and Pennsylvania for her therapies. Sitting in the chair is like perching atop a cloud and it’s easy to see why Plazio says that many clients can’t help but fall asleep during their foot-focused sessions.

“A lot of people don’t know what reflexology is,” explained Plazio. “Many times they think it’s just a foot rub, so why not just go for a whole body massage rather than one that just focuses on the feet.” But Plazio is quick to point out reflexology is so much more than a massage. It’s a therapy that has been around for over 5,000 years and Plazio said that while it has been popular for many decades in the UK and Austrailia, here in the states we’re just starting to catch up on appreciating its benefits.

“There are over 7,000 nerve endings in the bottom of the feet. They’re connected to all the different organs and systems of our bodies. A reflexologist manipulates different points and reflexes using different thumb and

Down to the toes: Reflexologyfinger techniques that causes a physiological response in the body, causing the body to relax,” explained Plazio. She added that reflexology can work out deposits and release toxins. “It lowers blood pressure and increases circulation.” Plazio said she’s had great success with clients with sciatic nerve pain and chronic pain issues, adding that if your only other option is a course of medication, it may be worth it to give reflexology a try before going on a course of prescription drugs.

Another area that Plazio is enjoying success with is her repro-reflexology program, designed to help women with fertility issues. With three of Plazio’s clients having recently conceived, Plazio described the outcomes as nothing short of amazing.

Plazio, who was in the 9 to 5 office cubicle regimen for decades decided a few years back that she wanted to do something different with her life. Reflexology, she said, allows her to do what she’s always wanted with her life: directly help people and improve their lives. To her friends and family who asked, “Do you really want to spend your day touching people’s feet?” Plazio said it’s become second nature and that all she thinks about is how she can help someone with their healing process, whether that be from chronic pain, depression, fibromyalgia, infertility or any number of other ailments she addresses. With warmed towels, the aforementioned cloud chair, and being left with as Plazio described it “feelings of complete relaxation and wellbeing,” it must be hard for feet to want to leave.

It’s hard for many of us to decide when a weight issue has gone from a cosmetic concern to a health risk. Dr. Lisa Medvetz, director of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery at Lourdes Medical said weight loss surgery can be an extremely helpful tool for people who just can’t seem to lose the extra weight. Medvetz said it’s very easy to gain more weight over a number of years than it is possible to lose with just a new diet and workout. She advises patients that this is when weight loss surgery can literally be a lifesaver.

In general, Medvetz said obesity is a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 to 35 and morbid obesity is a BMI greater than 40 or a BMI of 35 to 40 with related medical issues like sleep apnea, diabetes, hypertension.

“Usually what people see is they’re gaining weight,” explained Medvetz. “They’re gaining but they’re trying to lose it, so they go on a diet. Diets do not work! They may work one to two percent of the time, but people usually see themselves gaining.”

She cautioned that any one of us can run into an obesity problem. “If you put on five pounds over the holidays, but you do that for ten years, that’s quite a lot of weight. It can be very insidious. Say you gain ten pounds a year, in five years, you’re overweight.”

All over: Bariatric/Metabolic Surgery Medvetz added that at a certain point the

challenge becomes too much to take on alone. “What typically happens is someone gains weight over a number of years, they can’t lose the weight, and they keep gaining. Their doctor starts mentioning losing weight, but they can’t lose it, then they start developing these associated health issues, like sleep apnea, like diabetes, and then surgery really becomes the only option.” She added that studies have shown it is extremely difficult to lose more than 10 percent of your excess body weight through diet and exercise alone. “So if you have 100 pounds to lose, that’s not going to get you very far, very few people can lose that type of weight on their own.”

Medvetz said choosing weight loss surgery is not a short cut or easy out for people who are overweight. She said her patients not only exhibit a lot of courage in their decision, but the surgery is only successful when it’s paired, like her program does, with psychological support to address food-dependency issues and lifestyle changes. “When people finally decide to have the weight loss surgery, they have to commit to the lifestyle changes. It’s not a one-day quick fix, it’s an entire lifestyle change.”

| Story by Jacqueline Rupp | Photos provided by Rizzieri Salon and Lourdes Health| Rizzieri Salon, 239 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road, Sewell, www.rizzieri.com| Brenda Plazio Reflexology, 26 E. Holly Avenue, Pitman, www.BrendaPlazioReflexology.com| Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County, 218A Sunset Road, Willingboro, www.lourdesnet.org


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FIT & FabULOUSSome like it hotSo what’s so hot about “Hot Yoga” you wonder? (I know I wondered). I visited Laughing buddha Hot Yoga in West Deptford to find out (and photograph some seriously amazing poses). It’s very easy to discover the secret to the heat. What’s so hot? The room!...and YOU after a few minutes inside.

Hot Yoga takes place in a studio set to about 105° Fahrenheit! Yep, you read that right… the sweat starts pooling on your brow just about the moment you step foot into the sauna room. and…unfortunately my camera lens was a bit steamy/sweaty too at first!

anyone who has tried yoga knows that it’s no joke… it really kicks your butt! The instructors here are exceptionally skilled in the art of Yoga. It’s seriously crazy they can do these poses with such ease, isn’t it? So, if locking in these difficult moves already makes you a sweaty mess, why would anyone get the idea to try striking these poses in 105° heat?

Those who are devoted to this activity claim that it yields all kinds of benefits, some of which include detoxification (heavy sweating = flushing toxins through the skin), helping the body relax (since that’s what our bodies naturally do in excessive heat) which results in easily warming up the muscles so that the postures are easier (and safer) to attain, elevated heart rate (making it better for those who enjoy more intense workouts), and some say it improves their breathing which helps with mental focus and concentration. Just make sure you’re very well hydrated before you try it! a water bottle is a must-bring accessory.

besides the benefits of the heat, giving Yoga a try and adding it to your fitness regimen has many other perks. asanas (the yoga postures) aren’t just about stretching; they’re designed to work internally too. They don’t just help with flexibility either; these moves also make you work your muscles for increased strength and balance. and Myya Pavone, instructor and owner of Laughing buddha, added an interesting benefit. She says Yoga is one of the few exercises that leaves our bodies with a surplus of oxygen, rather than depleting us of oxygen. Myya is so passionate about yoga, she lives and breathes this stuff...literally.

The studio is well decorated for relaxation. The ambiance that greets you when you walk through the door, with rich Indian-inspired tones and textiles, is cozy and calming. The energy of the yo-goers (totally made that up) is friendly and relaxed.

Myya offers two types of classes at Laughing buddha, Hot Yoga, both of which are 90-minute classes for everyone from the very beginner to the advanced student. Everyone practices the same disciplined series of 26 asanas (each done twice) at their own level of ability. Myya says the purpose of the disciplined nature of this class is to positively encourage you to challenge your own limits and challenge it does! There is also Hot Vinyasa offered, which is more free form and open to the instructor’s creative sequencing. This one also works for both beginner and advanced students, with poses that can be customized for all levels of abilities.

Surprisingly, it doesn’t take very long for your body to acclimate to the heat and Myya says not to be intimidated it. She adds that many beginners don’t think they’ll be able to handle the high temps, but she encourages students to stick with it to allow their body time to adjust. She says that once that happens, they don’t even notice the temperature anymore.

as for me, I will definitely be dropping in on another class at Laughing buddha Hot Yoga in the very near future, but this time I will leave my camera at home!

Laughing buddha Hot Yoga is located at Sherwood Square Shopping Center, 943 Kings Highway, West Deptford. www.hotyogasj.com, 856-537-7423.

| Story and photos by Kristy Straub

Kristy Straub is a local photographer, who

not only took our cover shot, but also shoots

professionally for the South Jersey region.

Read her blog, which details her photographic

adventures at syllipsiphotoblog.wordpress.

com and visit her on the web at www.

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FIT & FabULOUSSome like it hotSo what’s so hot about “Hot Yoga” you wonder? (I know I wondered). I visited Laughing buddha Hot Yoga in West Deptford to find out (and photograph some seriously amazing poses). It’s very easy to discover the secret to the heat. What’s so hot? The room!...and YOU after a few minutes inside.

Hot Yoga takes place in a studio set to about 105° Fahrenheit! Yep, you read that right… the sweat starts pooling on your brow just about the moment you step foot into the sauna room. and…unfortunately my camera lens was a bit steamy/sweaty too at first!

anyone who has tried yoga knows that it’s no joke… it really kicks your butt! The instructors here are exceptionally skilled in the art of Yoga. It’s seriously crazy they can do these poses with such ease, isn’t it? So, if locking in these difficult moves already makes you a sweaty mess, why would anyone get the idea to try striking these poses in 105° heat?

Those who are devoted to this activity claim that it yields all kinds of benefits, some of which include detoxification (heavy sweating = flushing toxins through the skin), helping the body relax (since that’s what our bodies naturally do in excessive heat) which results in easily warming up the muscles so that the postures are easier (and safer) to attain, elevated heart rate (making it better for those who enjoy more intense workouts), and some say it improves their breathing which helps with mental focus and concentration. Just make sure you’re very well hydrated before you try it! a water bottle is a must-bring accessory.

besides the benefits of the heat, giving Yoga a try and adding it to your fitness regimen has many other perks. asanas (the yoga postures) aren’t just about stretching; they’re designed to work internally too. They don’t just help with flexibility either; these moves also make you work your muscles for increased strength and balance. and Myya Pavone, instructor and owner of Laughing buddha, added an interesting benefit. She says Yoga is one of the few exercises that leaves our bodies with a surplus of oxygen, rather than depleting us of oxygen. Myya is so passionate about yoga, she lives and breathes this stuff...literally.

The studio is well decorated for relaxation. The ambiance that greets you when you walk through the door, with rich Indian-inspired tones and textiles, is cozy and calming. The energy of the yo-goers (totally made that up) is friendly and relaxed.

Myya offers two types of classes at Laughing buddha, Hot Yoga, both of which are 90-minute classes for everyone from the very beginner to the advanced student. Everyone practices the same disciplined series of 26 asanas (each done twice) at their own level of ability. Myya says the purpose of the disciplined nature of this class is to positively encourage you to challenge your own limits and challenge it does! There is also Hot Vinyasa offered, which is more free form and open to the instructor’s creative sequencing. This one also works for both beginner and advanced students, with poses that can be customized for all levels of abilities.

Surprisingly, it doesn’t take very long for your body to acclimate to the heat and Myya says not to be intimidated it. She adds that many beginners don’t think they’ll be able to handle the high temps, but she encourages students to stick with it to allow their body time to adjust. She says that once that happens, they don’t even notice the temperature anymore.

as for me, I will definitely be dropping in on another class at Laughing buddha Hot Yoga in the very near future, but this time I will leave my camera at home!

Laughing buddha Hot Yoga is located at Sherwood Square Shopping Center, 943 Kings Highway, West Deptford. www.hotyogasj.com, 856-537-7423.

| Story and photos by Kristy Straub

Kristy Straub is a local photographer, who

not only took our cover shot, but also shoots

professionally for the South Jersey region.

Read her blog, which details her photographic

adventures at syllipsiphotoblog.wordpress.

com and visit her on the web at www.

syllipsiphoto.com.


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MoM MoM’s CoFFEE HousE PouNd CAkEOK, so we agree grandmothers usually don’t send the romance vibes... but one taste of George’s Pound Cake at Mom Mom’s Coffee House and we were head over heels. Made with love and inspired by recipes from his grandmother, George the baker offers his cakes in sizes from full bundt to small mini-cakes that he calls pound cake chips (approx. $25). With flavors ranging from Banana Chocolate Chip to Home Sweet Honey, there’s sure to be a flavor suited to your own special honey. 305 S. Main St., Williamstown. www.georgespoundcakes.com.

HAvEN dAy sPABlooming orchids, elegantly upholstered spa sofas, tranquil lighting and warm, rich earth times of gold and brown filling the walls, Haven Day Spa is accurately named. It is an atmosphere designed for relaxation and pampering. But beside the sophisticated decor, Haven offers up some very therapeutic services, like the Hot Whiskey Scour Pedicure and Shea Sugar Smoothie facial ($100), that make a thoughtful gift. For the ultimate in romance, though, try the Couple’s Ritual, which begins with a Crystal Mud foot bath followed by a therapeutic massage ($205). Tower Square at Five Points, 133 Egg Harbor Road, Suite D-E, Sewell. www.havendayspa.com.

WiNtErlANd iCE skAtiNg riNkJust before it thaws for the season, get in one more couple’s skate at Winterland, the holiday pop-up outdoor skating rink in downtown Glassboro. This budget-friendly (admission is $9, $7 for kids and seniors, skate rental additional $3) date night doesn’t skimp on romance, with its open-air design. With a skate shop, music and concession stand, there’s good reason to miss a lap; just remember to get back out on the ice for those couples-only songs. 25 West High St., Glassboro. winterlandiceskatingrink.com.

dANCEs By diANEIf you know what the acronym DWTS stands for, then this pick is for you. Longing to star in your own Dancing with the Stars moment? Then Dances by Diane’s studio is a great way to commemorate love day. With classes in ballroom, Latin, country line and the waltz, the studio offers something for everyone, even those with the classic “two left feet” affliction. Because as the old saying goes, the couple that salsas together stays together, or is that the couple that watches DWTS together? 201 Broadway, Westville. www.dancesbydiane.com.

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Kingsway Coach Karyn Pickard celebrates a hard fought victory

| Story by Al Thompson | Photos courtesy of Kingsway High School

If you stay busy at something you love, you will not only never be bored, milestones will just come up and hit you in the face without you seeing them coming.

Such was the case for Kingsway girls basketball coach Karyn Pickard, who, after 18 years on the job, recorded her 300th win as a head coach when the Dragons defeated Triton on January 3, 2015.

“I really didn’t think much about it at the time when it occurred,” Pickard said. But when Pickard had a moment to herself and reflected on the milestone, it hit her right in the heart. “It was very emotional,” Pickard said. “More emotional than I anticipated. You don’t think about so when it happens I guess you’re not prepared for it....for the emotion that’s involved.”

Now in her 19th season, Pickard talked about her road to coaching Kingsway High School. The journey has had its up and downs. Pickard played basketball, field hockey and softball for Highland High School in Blackwood. She said it was her basketball coach at Highland, Diane Trautwein, who inspired her to make sports her life’s work. “She had the ability to make you play for her,” Pickard said. “That’s one of the things I’ve tried to model myself after.”

Coming from an athletic family, Pickard said sports was always a part of home life. “My mother encouraged participation in sports,” Pickard said. “I just hoped that one day I could some day get myself in a position where I could maybe encourage or help other kids the way my high school coach helped me.”

Playing college sports at Davis & Elkins College in Elkins, West Virginia. Pickard said she earned a scholarship for field hockey and was allowed to play basketball for the Senators here. It was while playing college sports that Pickard started having knee problems. “I ended up with three major surgeries in my last three seasons of college ball,” Pickard recalled. “I was one of those ‘out of control’ athletes...I was a goalie, a catcher...that’s what I did. The first time I injured my knee, during a softball game, I tore the ACL and kept playing and that made it worse. It finally went during a field hockey game.”

Those knee problems as a player lingered into her adult life and sidelined Coach Pickard for five years. In 2003, Pickard had to resign as head coach because of her knee injuries. She was forced to endure a number of surgeries during that period, which eventually led to a knee replacement. “I ended up with nine knee surgeries total,” Pickard said.

She returned to coach Kingsway in 2008. In her absence, the Dragons had three different coaches and just two winning seasons. Success hasn’t been a problem of late, as Kingsway is the defending Tri-County Conference-Royal Division champion and has finished above .500 in four of the past five years.

Pickard’s current team has struggled so far posting a 3-5 record. The Dragons feature two of the better players in the area in junior forward Zoe Hahn and senior guard Tiana Morgan. Kingsway’s disappointing record is due in part to a tough schedule, with losses coming against conference contenders such as Gloucester Catholic, Timber Creek, Cherry Hill East, and Clearview. Like a true optimist, Pickard says she believes her players will turn the season around. “As the season progresses we’re starting to come together,” Pickard said. “The puzzle hasn’t been put together yet, but we’re heading in the right direction.”

Pickard, who says she enjoys coaching more than ever and has no plans to change her role at Kingsway, was asked about how she feels about the impact high school coaches have on their athletes regardless of the sport or gender. The Kingsway Middle School teacher said since she passed the 300-win mark she has been able to see first hand the impact she has had on many of her former players going back to the first win.

“Two things happened to me recently,” said Pickard, whose team annually plays in a game that benefits cancer patients. “One...one of my players from my first team that went 24-1, they were awesome kids. Her name is Tanya DeRosa and she posted on Facebook a picture of she and I at the cancer charity game and she wrote, ‘This is my high school coach, I model myself every single day after this woman because I aspire to be who she is and what she has made me become.’ It was really pretty neat.”

Pickard talked about other former players such as Sheryl Ferry who also played in her first win and Robin Jaramillo, another player who, along with Ferry, has gotten into coaching, showed up at her home with a basket of fruit to congratulate her on No. 300.

“You don’t think about it but you hope you are impacting lives,” said Pickard, whose career record is 300-172. “That’s why you do it. But you always wonder if you are, you hear so much negative. And that’s what eats you up. Then all of a sudden, after doing it for 18 years, people are knocking on your door thanking you...it’s really overwhelming.”


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Kingsway Coach Karyn Pickard celebrates a hard fought victory

| Story by Al Thompson | Photos courtesy of Kingsway High School

If you stay busy at something you love, you will not only never be bored, milestones will just come up and hit you in the face without you seeing them coming.

Such was the case for Kingsway girls basketball coach Karyn Pickard, who, after 18 years on the job, recorded her 300th win as a head coach when the Dragons defeated Triton on January 3, 2015.

“I really didn’t think much about it at the time when it occurred,” Pickard said. But when Pickard had a moment to herself and reflected on the milestone, it hit her right in the heart. “It was very emotional,” Pickard said. “More emotional than I anticipated. You don’t think about so when it happens I guess you’re not prepared for it....for the emotion that’s involved.”

Now in her 19th season, Pickard talked about her road to coaching Kingsway High School. The journey has had its up and downs. Pickard played basketball, field hockey and softball for Highland High School in Blackwood. She said it was her basketball coach at Highland, Diane Trautwein, who inspired her to make sports her life’s work. “She had the ability to make you play for her,” Pickard said. “That’s one of the things I’ve tried to model myself after.”

Coming from an athletic family, Pickard said sports was always a part of home life. “My mother encouraged participation in sports,” Pickard said. “I just hoped that one day I could some day get myself in a position where I could maybe encourage or help other kids the way my high school coach helped me.”

Playing college sports at Davis & Elkins College in Elkins, West Virginia. Pickard said she earned a scholarship for field hockey and was allowed to play basketball for the Senators here. It was while playing college sports that Pickard started having knee problems. “I ended up with three major surgeries in my last three seasons of college ball,” Pickard recalled. “I was one of those ‘out of control’ athletes...I was a goalie, a catcher...that’s what I did. The first time I injured my knee, during a softball game, I tore the ACL and kept playing and that made it worse. It finally went during a field hockey game.”

Those knee problems as a player lingered into her adult life and sidelined Coach Pickard for five years. In 2003, Pickard had to resign as head coach because of her knee injuries. She was forced to endure a number of surgeries during that period, which eventually led to a knee replacement. “I ended up with nine knee surgeries total,” Pickard said.

She returned to coach Kingsway in 2008. In her absence, the Dragons had three different coaches and just two winning seasons. Success hasn’t been a problem of late, as Kingsway is the defending Tri-County Conference-Royal Division champion and has finished above .500 in four of the past five years.

Pickard’s current team has struggled so far posting a 3-5 record. The Dragons feature two of the better players in the area in junior forward Zoe Hahn and senior guard Tiana Morgan. Kingsway’s disappointing record is due in part to a tough schedule, with losses coming against conference contenders such as Gloucester Catholic, Timber Creek, Cherry Hill East, and Clearview. Like a true optimist, Pickard says she believes her players will turn the season around. “As the season progresses we’re starting to come together,” Pickard said. “The puzzle hasn’t been put together yet, but we’re heading in the right direction.”

Pickard, who says she enjoys coaching more than ever and has no plans to change her role at Kingsway, was asked about how she feels about the impact high school coaches have on their athletes regardless of the sport or gender. The Kingsway Middle School teacher said since she passed the 300-win mark she has been able to see first hand the impact she has had on many of her former players going back to the first win.

“Two things happened to me recently,” said Pickard, whose team annually plays in a game that benefits cancer patients. “One...one of my players from my first team that went 24-1, they were awesome kids. Her name is Tanya DeRosa and she posted on Facebook a picture of she and I at the cancer charity game and she wrote, ‘This is my high school coach, I model myself every single day after this woman because I aspire to be who she is and what she has made me become.’ It was really pretty neat.”

Pickard talked about other former players such as Sheryl Ferry who also played in her first win and Robin Jaramillo, another player who, along with Ferry, has gotten into coaching, showed up at her home with a basket of fruit to congratulate her on No. 300.

“You don’t think about it but you hope you are impacting lives,” said Pickard, whose career record is 300-172. “That’s why you do it. But you always wonder if you are, you hear so much negative. And that’s what eats you up. Then all of a sudden, after doing it for 18 years, people are knocking on your door thanking you...it’s really overwhelming.”


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