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What's on at Barrow
Celebrate reading at our Book Fair!
The Book Fair will be arriving in school soon, with hundreds of new children's books to browse and buy.
Come and join us!
3.20pm - 4pm Tuesday 26th June and Wednesday 27th June
There are over 200 titles for you and your child to choose from, and with prices starting from only £2.99, there's sure to be a book for everyone. Grab a bargain with the 3 for 2 offer. If you can't make it to our Book Fair, try our discounted Gift Vouchers available at travellingbooks.co.uk/parents. They're a great way to ensure your child doesn't miss out. Don't forget that every book you buy can help to get FREE BOOKS for our school library! Gift vouchers, cash or cheques (payable to Friends of Barrow School) only. Sorry no phone payments.
This news was posted in Jun 2018
Barrow School Swimming Pool Hire
Book a fun family swim session at our newly refurbished swimming pool during the school holidays. £15 per hour
The pool is now also available on weekends for birthday parties or throughout the week for regular private hire. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
To book a swimming session, please contact the school office on 01284 810223.
This news was posted in Nov 2017
School creates builders' yard for children
Can they fix it? Well a group of pupils certainly can after a village school created a builders' yard for them. Barrow Primary School set up the site complete with wheel barrows and various materials, donated by Kent Blaxill, in its outdoor learning area.
The school, in Colethorpe Lane, created the yard, dubbed 'Barrow Builders', to appeal to its 'boy heavy and young' Reception class. Headteacher Helen Ashe said: "We've got 20 boys in a class of 30 and more than half the class are born in the summer term. "The staff went out of their way to think outside the box to look at how we can motivate and challenge these children. "We contacted Bury St Edmunds merchants Kent Blaxill and the result is a hugely engaging area which is just great. "They delivered a whole load of resources for free and we've been able to create this incredible space that the rest of the children are desperate to have a go at. "It's encouraging pupils to work together, communicate and it's helping their motor skills and spacial awareness.
The girls in the class are also enjoying the yard as well as children in Year 4 who are paired with Reception pupils through a buddy system. As well as Kent Blaxill, Mrs Ashe also thanked parents and the RSPCA who have donated other items and equipment to the school.
Read more at: Bury Free Press
(Photo) Early year pupils with Jason Brightman (branch manager at Kent Blaxill in Bury) and Nadine Fairweather (Early years teacher and deputy head). PICTURE: Mecha Morton
This news was posted in Sep 2017
Open Morning.
If your child was born between 1st September 2013 and 31st August 2014 they will start school in September 2018. The deadline for applications is 15th January 2018. We understand how important choosing the right school is and so, on behalf of our pupils and staff, we would like to warmly invite you to visit our school and experience for yourself the quality of the outstanding education we offer.
The school will be open to visitors throughout the morning from 9.30am to 12pm.
We will be delighted to show you around on a normal working day at a time to suit you. Please contact the school office and we will be pleased to make arrangements to give you a tour and answer any questions you may have.
This news was posted in Sep 2017
Barrow Primary School is 'Outstanding'
On the 2nd December 2016 Barrow CEVC Primary School welcomed the Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) Inspector. We have now received our inspection report. We are delighted to tell you that Barrow School has been graded as Outstanding in all the inspection categories.
Click on the link below to see full report:
This news was posted in Jan 2017
Teachers are ready to tread the boards
Teachers at Barrow Primary School are swapping the classroom for the stage as they prepare to tread the boards in their community panto. Continuing with a tradition that is now in its third year, staff have been busy rehearsing their musical adaptation of Dick Whittington.
The curtain will rise on the fun-filled show at Barrow Village Hall on December 19, 20 and 21 and will bring in funds for the school.
Headteacher Helen Ashe, who plays Alice Fitzwarren, said it sets an example to the children as the teachers are challenging themselves to take on a project 'outside of their comfort zone'.
She added: "The staff give up an enormous amount of their time to do it and it's a great team-building activity too." The show has been written by deputy headteacher David Barrett, who plays King Rat, with professional actor Mark Denny.
Read more Bury Free Press
This news was posted in Dec 2016
Panto Time! Dick Whittington
It's that time of year again!
The Barrow School Staff Pantomime
Proud to Present
Dick Whittington
'The Purr-fect Christmas Treat for all the Family!'
At Barrow Village Hall
Refreshments will be on sale before the show and at the interval
£6 Adults
Please visit the school office or call 01284 810223 for ticket enquiries.
This news was posted in Nov 2016
Remembrance Service
This year's Remembrance Service focused on the effect that war has had on the children of the world. Year 3 became a living sculpture of the 'Kinder-transport' children who were sent away from their families in WW2. Early Years children shared the poem 'Little Poppy', impressing all their parents with their confidence. Year 1 shared creative prayers, shredding drawings of their special belongings and imagining what it would be like to go without shoes. Year 4 children lead the service and the songs, which were very powerful and helped the whole school community to reflect and remember together.
This news was posted in Nov 2016
Harvest Generosity
The 23rd September saw one of the highlights of the School's religious calendar as the children enjoyed a brisk walk to All Saints Church for the Harvest Festival. With generous gifts from their families to donate, the children enjoyed a service led by Annie Throssell and Nicola Grieves, with a message based on 'What a wonderful world'
The Children enjoyed singing 'Big Red Combine Harvester', 'Generosity Song' and their Harvest hymn with a great deal of gusto. There was even a chance for some to test their skills in a Countdown-style word creation game. Year Four children were involved throughout the service in sharing prayers and a reading of Psalm 104. Thank you to all who came along or who made contributions to Tayfen House.
This news was posted in Oct 2016
Summer Swimming Pool Update
We are delighted to say that professional lettings have been steadily growing at our refurbished swimming pool at Barrow school, with Elite Swimming Academy and Water Babies providing a range of lessons for the local community throughout the week. The children at Barrow, along with a number of other local primary schools, are also all enjoying our swimming facilities as part of their PE provision.
Whilst we have been using the pool since the beginning of the year, there is still some work to be done to complete the refurbishment fully. This does mean, therefore, that the pool will be closed over the summer holidays so that this can take place with the minimum of disruption to the swimming lessons that take place during term time.
We are very keen, however, to continue to make the pool available to the local community through private lettings, as we have usually done each year. As the planned work should be finished by the start of the Autumn Term, we would envisage making the pool available during October half term for families to rent on an hourly basis. We will advertise more details nearer the time.
This news was posted in Jun 2016
Young and old enjoy vintage games at Barrow
Young and old enjoyed a morning of vintage games as a village primary school continues to strengthen its links with the local community.
Barrow Primary School welcomed members of the village Lunch Club , who joined Year 2 pupils for games such as Beetle Drive and dominoes.
They also talked about the school's key Christian value of honesty and times when they had broken rules.
Teacher Victoria Bush said: "We are looking forward to planning next half term's get together - a creativity morning to continue building links with the local community."
From Bury Free Press
This news was posted in May 2016
Revamped swimming pool opens at Barrow school
The future of a swimming pool at a village school has been secured for generations to come following a £50,000 revamp.
It follows a six month refurbishment project between the school and the Newmarket-based Elite Swimming Academy (ESA). The work allows the school to have full year round use of the pool and ESA will use it as a coaching venue out of school hours.
This news was posted in Feb 2016
Pupils at a village school made a regal return.
Pupils at a Barrow primary school made a regal return after the Christmas holidays.
From Bury Free Press
This news was posted in Jan 2016
Sleeping Beauty - Staff Panto
It was not just the children at Barrow Primary School who put on Christmas productions because the staff also put on their own panto at the village hall for the second year.
Following the success of last year's Cinderella, they did Sleeping Beauty, co-written by assistant head-teacher David Barrett and the school's IT support manager Mark Denny, who also directed the show.
The king was teacher Nick Keefe, who was last year's dame, while it was David's turn as dame this year as the queen.
The villain (boo, hiss) was the evil Fairy Nuff, better known as head-teacher Helen Ashe.
The three night production raised money for the school's PTA funds to provide facilities for pupils.
David said: "Writing it ourselves, we've written the parts knowing the people who'll play them well and we could choose our own character names.
"I must thank all the school for their support and the local community."
This news was posted in Dec 2015
Bury St Edmunds schools get some constructive help
Boxes of lego and some unwanted filing cabinets have been donated to schools in Bury St Edmunds.
Havebury Housing handed over 12 boxes of the building bricks which will help youngsters from Tollgate Primary School and Barrow Primary School with a maths project.
Meanwhile County Upper students were given the filing cabinets which Havebury no longer requires as it moves further towards a paper free environment,
Havebury health and safety facilities manager, Ed Zipfel, said the Lego had been in need of a good home while the filing cabinets and folders had become available as a result of an environmental project at Havebury.
"The document management scheme aims to reduce our level of printing, helping us contribute to a greener environment. As a result of storiny less hard copies of documents, a number of our cabinets and folders became surplus to requirements.
Helen Ashe, Barrow headteacher, said: "We are very grateful to Havebury for their generous donations. The Lego kits complement those the trust has recently been awarded for a joint mathematics project."
From Bury Free Press Read more: http://www.buryfreepress.co.uk/news/local/latest-news/buryst-edmunds-schools-get-some-constructive-help-from-havebury-housing-1-7021188
This news was posted in Dec 2015
Happy 80th birthday to its ex-pupil dinner lady
Barrow School says happy 80th birthday to its ex-pupil dinner lady.
Alma Wright knew something was going on when the youngest children at Barrow Primary School started wishing her happy birthday.
But she still did not expect the eve of her birthday to become such a big event when she turned up at yesterday for her job as a midday supervisor – but, then, today is her 80th birthday.
Alma, who lives in Barrow, has been working at the Bury St Edmunds All-Through Trust school for 47 years and started there as a pupil when her father moved to barrow as the village policeman when she was 10. Then her two daughters and granddaughter went there and great grandson Myles Illiffe is there now.
Alma said: "The girls I work with wouldn't let me do any work, so I wandered around from child to child."
She has always lived in the village and husband Ron is only from Risby, so working at the school she was natural.
"I did anything they needed me for," she said. "I've always been a dinner lady but I used to run a little nursery group in the village and I've done volunteering, reading with the children.
"Over the years the school's had pieces added on and taken off. It's a beautiful school – the staff, the children, and everything, it's lovely.
"I'm afraid they'll tell me I've got to stop because I don't want to."
This news was posted in Nov 2015
Barrow Primary School celebrates its TA's
A great big thank you has been given to Barrow Primary School's teaching assistants to mark Teaching Assistants' Day.
This news was posted in Sep 2015
Exciting New Development for Education in Bury
Following a bid to the Department for Education (DfE), the Bury St Edmunds All-Through Trust is delighted to announce that we have progressed to the 'pre-opening stage' for a new Technical Academy in Bury St Edmunds.
The Trust has long advocated the need for fresh approaches to different routes in education, all with equal parity. Through the Technical Academy, the Trust will seek to create one such route by embedding teaching within a vocational context, developing the skills young people need for the modern workplace. Within a broad curriculum, the focus of the academy will be on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) subjects which are the key to the success of the UK economy. Our bid has been supported by many local and national companies including ARM, Bosch, British Sugar, Claas UK, Marshall's, Microsoft, Rolls Royce, Treatts, UK Power Networks and Vitec as well as the University of East Anglia and the Suffolk business partnership.
All students will be members of our All-Through Trust with access to its extra-curricular opportunities. At age 13, students will be able to opt for either the STEM academy or County Upper with the flexibility to move at 14 or 16.
We now have a short period to develop our plans further, particularly with regard to the site and physical resources required for the new Technical Academy. During this period the Trust will be working closely with the DfE, our industrial supporters and other stakeholders, particularly parents and the local authority, to ensure that we realise this very exciting new initiative to provide an outstanding option for Bury St Edmunds and West Suffolk.
This news was posted in Sep 2015
School hold ballot to choose new logo
Pupils at Barrow Primary School have been getting involved in the election fever sweeping the country by holding their own vote - to choose a new school logo.
The students are taking part in a whole school ballot today (Thursday) to choose the new emblem, picked from three designs by Tom Rowley, a local graphic designer.
Helen Ashe, headteacher, said the exercise was to 'inspire, engage and connect' children with democracy, while forming part of the school's drive to promote British values in its curriculum.
"For the children at Barrow it's an excellent opportunity to find out more about and discuss Parliament and democracy in the UK and relate these concepts to their own lives," she said.
The final decision on the new logo will be made by the school's governing body.
Dr Viv Hughes, chair of governors, said: "It is great for the children to experience decision-making through a democratic process."
This news was posted in May 2015
Teaching boss hails Trust schools
The man responsible for teacher training across the country visited the Trust on 6 March and described us as a "beacon of good practice".
Charlie Taylor, the chief executive of the National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL), visited our County Upper and Barrow Campuses. NCTL is an agency sponsored by the Department of Education, created in 2013 and oversees the training of teachers in the UK.
Helen Ashe, the headteacher at Barrow Primary, said: "He was very positive about what he saw here and I think he went away impressed with the way our schools work together. He described both of the schools as a beacon of good practice in East Anglia."
This news was posted in Mar 2015
Science project at Barrow Primary School
The activities, organised and presented by Nadine Payne and Colin Hanfrey from County Upper School, in Bury St Edmunds, gave Years Three and Four pupils the opportunity to try out their scientific investigation skills.
Year Three teacher and science coordinator David Barrett said: "The children really loved it and lots of them were asking when we were going to do more.
For full story East Anglian Daily Times (Click Here)
This news was posted in Jan 2015
New headteacher at top school in Barrow
The new headteacher of an 'outstanding' rated village school has pledged to build on its 'brilliant work' to ensure every child flourishes.
Helen Ashe has taken on the leading role at Barrow CEVC Primary after serving as deputy head for two years and more recently as acting head.
It follows the departure of Alison Earl, who has taken on the post of headteacher at Tollgate Primary, in Bury St Edmunds.
Both schools are part of the all-through Bury Academy Trust, which is led by County Upper.
See Bury Free Press for full artical (Click Here)
This news was posted in Jan 2015
Teachers tread the boards for fun-filled panto
Teachers at Barrow Primary School have brought a wealth of family fun to their village after staging a pantomime this week.
They performed Cinderella at the village hall and hope to have raised about £700 for the school. It was directed by IT specialist Mark Denny, who has worked as an actor in film, TV and theatre.
See Bury Free Press for full artical (Click Here)
This news was posted in Dec 2014
Staff Pantomime at the Barrow Village Hall
16th & 17th Dec 2014 6pm (doors open at 5.30pm)
Book your tickets at the school office to avoid disappointment!
£5 Adults & £2 Children
This news was posted in Dec 2014
Felt Making in Year 1
The Year 1 children thoroughly enjoyed the morning they spent making felt visiting teacher Victoria Bush.
Mrs Bush helped us to make individual felt crosses, which she then joined together to form our wonderful large felt
This news was posted in Oct 2014
Children perform at Theatre Royal in Bury
Children from Barrow Primary School, near Bury St Edmunds, have taken part in the Shakespeare Schools Festival (SSF) at the Theatre Royal in Bury on Monday.
The 30-minute production of Romeo and Juliet was staged with Year 3 children.
Speaking ahead of the show, teacher David Barrett said: "There are lots of interesting aspects to our production. We have really tried hard to incorporate all of the techniques the facilitators introduced at the workshops and so we are using some interesting ways of telling our story."
SSF offers students from all backgrounds the opportunity to perform Shakespeare on their local professional stage. It also gives teaching staff the confidence and skills to take on the challenge of directing a Shakespeare play with even very young children.
Other schools in the Bury St Edmunds All-Through Trust also performed different plays on the same night.
Artical from EADT (Link)
This news was posted in Oct 2014
Barrow school children work with local artist
Children at Barrow School are getting arty this month in a new creative project based around the school's Christian ethos.
Read full story from Bury Free Press
This news was posted in Sep 2014
Reducing absence from school
Changes to Penalty Notice Code of Conduct To Tackle Attendance
This news was posted in Sep 2014
Family Fridays 8.50-9.20 am
These will continue this term with an opportunity for developing artistic skills. Through observational drawing skills of looking closely, noticing details and making improvements will be developed. These skills are also important for other areas of the curriculum. Most children and adults do not know how drawing is learned, it is not just a talent that is inherited, drawing skill emerges with practice. Observational drawing forms only one aspect of developing artistic skills, imaginative art will be a feature in other lessons. Realising that improvement comes with practice, being comfortable with mistakes and becoming confident in attempting something new are essential aspects of learning for life. If you or a family member would like to spend some time in school learning alongside the children we would love to see you.
This news was posted in Jun 2014
At the beginning of May, Barrow School was one of the first two schools in the Country to have been awarded the Families First Quality Award by the Family and Childcare Trust and the National Association of Family Information Services. By achieving the Award, the School has demonstrated that it works with parents and families to involve them in their child's education and contributes to the life of the School. The school has also demonstrated how it provides quality information, advice and assistance
This news was posted in Jun 2014
Bag2School now works with over 20,000 schools organising textile collections to raise money for,PTA's, Scout Groups and Clubs.
Our Bag2School Collection has been arranged for Tuesday 3rd June 2014
Any questions - please ask your school collection organiser FOBs
This news was posted in May 2014
Family Fridays
Family Fridays 8.50-9.20 am (Starting 25th April)
This half term family members and friends are welcome to join the children in school to play a range of maths games. These will be based in each classroom with an overspill area in the hall if any classroom is very busy.
This news was posted in Apr 2014
The children in Years 3 and 4 at Barrow Primary School have enjoyed a visit from staff and students from West Suffolk College as part of their chocolate based topic this term. Having already learned lots about the Aztecs, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and how chocolate is made, the visit was an interesting and exciting way of bringing their learning to life. The children took part in chocolate making workshops led by the College's chocolatiers. Fully funded by West Suffolk College as part of their community activity programme, the children and their parents worked with lecturers and students to make their own Willie Wonka inspired chocolate treats.
This news was posted in Apr 2014
Parents Week
It is well recognised that involving parents and carers in their children's education can help remove barriers to learning, improve attitudes and behaviour and raise attainment. The recent inquiry into raising standards of education in Suffolk acknowledges the importance of recognising the contribution parents make in the education of children. At Barrow Primary School we are working hard on engaging our parents by taking part in National Parents' Week from 21st – 24th October 2013.
As part of this national initiative, we have organised a range of activities designed to celebrate the hard work parents do, raise awareness of the importance of spending quality one-to-one time with a child and develop learning through a range of enjoyable and inspiring activities. We aim to help parents create and celebrate those important moments that make being a child and being a parent so special. With all the extra pressures modern parents face, we recognise that it can be difficult to find the time that children really need.
There are a wide range of activities planned and some events will be run with the support of specialist staff from our Academy Trust partner schools. These will include iPad sessions, campfire skills, craft workshops and a breakfast cafe. They are all scheduled to take place on different days, and at a variety of times, to allow parents to select the things that they would like to do at a time that is most convenient. We are encouraging all parents to get involved with at least one activity throughout the week.
Headteacher, Alison Earl, commented 'We want Barrow School be a place where everyone who has a stake in our school community is welcome and involved. Through this special week of activities, we hope to break down any barriers that parents may have in an atmosphere of shared enjoyment and learning.'
The staff at Barrow would also like to extend an invitation to members of the community, parents or staff from other schools to come along and see the range of things happening at Barrow throughout the week. Details of events taking place throughout the week are available on the school's website. Please contact the school directly to arrange a visit.
This news was posted in Oct 2013
Shakespeare Festival
The children from Barrow Primary School are taking part in the Shakespeare Schools Festival at the Theatre Royal in Bury St Edmundson Tuesday, 15thOctober. The 30 minute production, an abridged version of Romeo and Juliet, will be staged with a selection of Year 3 and 4 children, who are all aged between 7 and 9; these are amongst some of the youngest children taking part in the Festival. Alison Earl, Headteacher, said 'It is an exciting opportunity for the children to engage with their cultural heritage and also perform in a professional theatre.'
SSF affords a unique learning opportunity for both the teachers as well as pupils; giving staff the confidence and skills to take on the challenge of directing a Shakespeare play with even very young children. Cast Director at Barrow, Helen Ashe, commented 'There are lots of interesting aspects to our production. We have really tried hard to incorporate all of the techniques the facilitators introduced at the workshops and so we are using some interesting ways of telling our story.' The Barrow production uses the whole cast to tableaux the scenary as well as choral speaking to add empahsis and drama. The accompanying sound track features everything from Rhianna and Taylor Swift to Star Wars!
The three other schools in the Bury St Edmunds Academy Trust are also performing different plays on the same night. The festival is part of a national programme of Shakespeare performances organised by the same company. The idea of the festival is to inspire a new generation of students to build a life-long relationship with Shakespeare's work.
This news was posted in Oct 2013


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Child Care (2)
With over 25 years of experience, EurAupair is an official United States government designated exchange visitor program sponsor. EurAupair is a U.S. not-for-profit, public benefit organization founded to improve understanding among people of different countries through cultural exchange.
EurAupair is one of the oldest, largest and most trusted au pair agencies in the United States. Through its network of affiliated overseas offices, EurAupair screens young people who want to become au pairs. Like the au pair tradition itself, EurAupair has its roots in Europe. From this long-standing heritage, EurAupair brings to the United States bright, responsible au pairs who assist in caring for your children in exchange for inclusion in American family life, the opportunity to study at an American college, and exposure to a new culture.
An au pair offers parents extra support to make juggling a busy schedule easier. Au pairs can transport your children to music lessons, Little League and Scout meetings - so your children needn't miss out on anything! Au pairs can get children ready for school in the morning, greet them and help them with homework in the afternoons, care for a sick child or take them to the doctor or dentist when you can't be there.
Alumna: Alaina Sviderskis '00, Community Counselor/New Jersey
250 North Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(407) 963-6135
Little Ones' Academy
My at-home daycare, Little Ones' Academy is a Community of Love Built by Hand conveniently located near the neighborhood park and to major highways 287, 22, and 28. I provide a nurturing environment where children are safe to play, explore, learn, and grow. Parents receive a sample day plan and photos of the children are posted throughout the day to a website that requires a private code for access (photos are NOT public). I am Diana Manahan, a hands-on Mom, who left my business in the Interior Design field to open Little Ones' Academy, named for my children and yours. I do believe a balance between free-play and guided activities creates the ideal setting for positive emotional and developmental growth. In addition to being a Mom, I have served as both a nanny and babysitter. Recommendations are available upon request. Little Ones' Academy is a legal business allowing parents to claim these childcare costs on their tax returns. My goal is to provide a wonderful, diverse, and nurturing environment, that you and I can be proud of as parents and caregivers, for all of our children.
Alumna: Diana L. Manahan '08, Child Care Giver, Owner
110 Thompson Avenue
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(908) 432-4757
Communications (2)
LightStream Networks
LightStream provides telecommunications services and constructs customized fiber optic networks for their enterprise, government, and other assorted customers.
Alumnus: Deaglan McNamara '02, President/Owner
2033 Rochelle Lane
Carrollton, TX 75007
(432) 788-8801
Provides radio play by play of High School sports on our website www.njir.net
Parent: Joe Nolan '05, '09, Owner
211 Baker Avenue
Westfield, NJ 07090
(908) 233-4178
Construction, Architecture and Design (5)
My husband and I run an architectural business (Broadloom) as well as plan and execute events through our global dinner club (Highlands Dinner Club). Please check us out on facebook and connect.
Alumna: Rana Walmer '94, Business Manager/Owner
296 1/2 Old York Road
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 208-9839
De Sapio Construction Inc.
De Sapio Construction, Inc. is a family owned and operated construction business specializing in commercial, institutional and industrial buildings of all sizes. In addition to Construction Management, Design Build and Property Management / Maintenance services we are also General Contractors routinely performing excavation, concrete, masonry, rough and finish carpentry work with our own forces. For this reason our proposals are quite competitive. The De Sapio Family has been providing high quality workmanship and affordable pricing since 1947. We are pre-qualified with the State of New Jersey for up to $12 million and NJ SDA Certified Contractor. We are also a Category 5 approved Small Business Enterprise. We are located in Kingwood Township, Hunterdon County. Our service area includes Hunterdon, Mercer, Somerset and Warren counties in Central New Jersey.
Parent: Anthony De Sapio, Jr '10, '11, '13, '14, '16, '20, Vice President/Owner
280 Ridge Road
Frenchtown, NJ 08825
(908) 996-3888
Jim Foley Carpentry LLC
Let Jim Foley help you around the house. Whether it is wood restoration, building the deck of your dreams, or just some touch-ups around your home, Jim Foley Carpentry is there to help. Have some furniture to assemble? Let Jim take care of it!
Alumnus: Jim Foley '99, Owner
Readington, NJ 08870
(908) 627-5099
Munley Furniture
Custom designer and manufacturer of fine furniture, built-ins, kitchens and architectural woodwork and finishing.
Alumnus: Chris Munley '73, ICS '69, Owner/Sole Proprietor
403 Cornell Boulevard
Raritan, NJ 08869
(908) 722-9579
The Reynolds Group, Inc.
We are a civil engineering firm providing site engineering design, surveying and landscaping architectural services for private and public clients. We are conveniently located in Raritan Borough, but have worked on projects all over the state of NJ and in PA. Our clients include major commercial property owners/managers, residential developers, small business owners, schools and universities, as well as local municipalities. Our services include, but are not limited to, site plan layouts, subdivision plans, stormwater management planning and design, property surveying and landscape plans.
Parent: Lynne Krauser, P.E. '20, Project Engineer
575 Route 28 - Suite 110
Raritan, NJ 08869
(908) 722-1500
Consulting and Staffing (4)
CGS Technology Associates, Inc.
An Information Technology Services company headquartered in New Jersey and founded in 1983, CGS is a recognized leader in providing professional IT staffing solutions to Fortune 2000 companies in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region with plans to expand operations into major Eastern seaboard, Midwest, and Southwest markets. CGS' expert staff is experienced in leading-edge technologies and disciplines with domain expertise across industries that include Finance, Banking, Pharmaceutical, Mobility /Telecommunications, Management Consulting, Insurance, Legal and Consumer products. Our Professional Services Division provides staffing services at levels that range from Technology Architecture, Program & Project Management, Business Analysis, Application Development, Network /Infrastructure design development and support. Our technology experience includes Project Management, Data Architecture, ERP Functional Analysis, Infrastructure Design and Support, Software Development, System and Program Testing, and Business Systems Analysis. CGS technology staff delivers satisfaction time and time again and our repeat business and continued client satisfaction is evidence of the competence and professionalism with our staff.
Alumnus: Gus Guida '04, Senior Account Executive
Kforce Inc.*
Kforce is a professional staffing services firm specializing in flexible and direct hire staffing in Technology and Finance & Accounting, engaging 36,000 highly skilled professionals annually with more than 4,000 customers.
Alumnus: Matt Riordan '85, Sales Director
4 Campus Drive
Parsippany, NJ 07054
(973) 401-2208
*Whether you are a client or a candidate we will provide preferential pricing for any and all alumni.
Matthew Industries, Inc.*
Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Consulting services specializing in Manufacturing, Service, and Packaging industries.
Alumnus: Bruce Teeling '73, President/Owner
81 Country Acres Drive
Hampton, NJ 08827
(908) 894-3982
Discount: Please call or email to inquire.
Metamorph Leadership Group, LLC*
Metamorph Leadership Group specializes in individual, team and organizational development for small to medium sized companies who want to grow their business by developing their people. We provide executive coaching to every level of leader, leadership development solutions, and high performing team development workshops. We also specialize in employee engagement, culture change, and strategic business change. Our team is certified in Results Based Coaching from the Neuroleadership Institute, Insights Discovery, Hogan Leadership Forecast, DiSC, MBTI, PROSCI, Kirkpatrick Four Levels of Learning. We also have workshops designed around improving communication skills.
Parent: Lynne Allegra '11, 20, PCC, MAOB, President and Founder/Owner
234 Washington Valley Road
Bedminster, NJ 07921
(908) 672-5419
Discount: To Be Determined on Signed Business Proposal
Digital Advertising (1)
Providing digital marketing solutions for all business to grow, Hibu helps businesses compete and succeed through many digital products such as: Websites, Mobile Websites, Reseller for Google, Yahoo and Bing, Search Marketing on major search engines, Display Advertising, Facebook Social Campaigns, Digital Listings Management, and Management of Business Reviews.
Alumnus: Ryan McKeever '99, Account Manager
(732) 233-2693
Environmental Services (2)
Falgi Carting*
Family owned solid waste company with over 40 years experience in New Jersey.
Parent: Sal Falgiano '14, Owner
156 Baekeland Avenue
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 271-4260
Discount: $25.00 off on dumpster rental.
VM3 Environmental, Inc.*
Since 2005, VM3 Environmental Inc. is a forefront leader in the indoor environmental inspection and sampling industry proudly serving San Diego, Los Angeles, and Orange counties performing over 8,000 inspections and counting. Our ACAC Council Certified Residential Microbial Inspectors CDPH Lead Inspectors/Risk Assessors and DOSH Certified Asbestos Consultants possess the breadth of experience and knowledge when it concerns the art of identifying and assessing mold, lead paint, bacteria and allergens and its relation to a healthy, indoor air environment. At VM3 Environmental Inc., we are committed to providing the highest level of service to each client by providing thorough, accurate and honest evaluations of each property we inspect.
Alumnus: Andrew Konopacki '91, President/Owner
2888 Loker Avenue East Suite 211
Carlsbad, CA 92010
(866) 513-6653
Discount: 10%
Funeral Homes (1)
Cusick Funeral Home
We provide individualized funeral services designed to meet the needs of each family. Our staff of dedicated professionals is available to assist you in making funeral service arrangements. From casket choices to funeral flowers, we are here to guide you through all aspects of the funeral service.
Alumnus: James Cusick '68, ICS '64, IHS Parent '00, '04, ICS Parent '96, '00, Owner, Partner
Alumnus: Joseph Cusick '68, ICS '64, Owner, Partner
80 Mountain Avenue
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-4100
Hair, Cosmetics, Skin Care and Salon Services (6)
This is the company that puts mascara on lashes and food on tables; fights wrinkles with one hand and breast cancer with the other; knows the value of a perfect lip, but still opens its mouth and speaks out against domestic violence and for women's financial independence. This is the company that not only brings beauty to doors, but also opens them. This is Avon: The company, that for over a century, has stood for beauty, innovation, optimism and, above all, for women.
Parent: Roxanna Shariff, ICS '26, Independent Consultant
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(201) 519-7857
At Beautycounter, our mission is to get safe and effective skin care products into the hands of everyone. We are committed to a health and safety standard that goes well beyond what is required by U.S. law. Our products contain no secret and harmful ingredients.
Parent: Allison Sorrentino, ICS '21, ICS '25, Independent Consultant
5 Chippewa Trail
Branchburg, NJ 08876
(908) 208-9246
Discount: 10% of proceeds to ICS HSA
Mary Kay*
At Mary Kay Inc., our expert team of scientists uses the most advanced skin care and Color Cosmetics providing women everywhere with products that deliver results.
Parent: Roxann Zeni '19, '21, Independent Beauty Consultant, Owner
71 Blue grass Boulevard
Branchburg, NJ 08876
(908) 655-5141
Discount: 10% and 10% of proceeds in support of the Immaculata Marching Band.
Perfectly Posh
You deserve to be pampered and taken care of the same way you pamper all of those around you. Perfectly Posh isn't just about really great, naturally based products. It is really all about YOU! We are inspired by women who embrace the idea that they DESERVE IT, whether they're pampering themselves, their friends, or running their own pampering businesses. Take some time for yourself and indulge in a little pampering (or a lot)! You deserve it!
Parent: Roxanna Shariff, ICS '26, Independent Consultant
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(201) 519-7857
WKG Design*
A boutique Hair Salon specializing in Hair color.
Alumna: Wendy Gross '85, Stylist/Owner
8888 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite #22
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 294-1476
Discount: $25.00 off any color service; $15.00 off any haircut/blow dry.
Young Living*
As the world leader in essential oils, we believe that everyone deserves a life full of abundance and wellness. Our vision is to bring the life-changing benefits of essential oils to every home, family, and lifestyle.
Parent: Allison Sorrentino, ICS '21, ICS '25, Independent Consultant
5 Chippewa Trail
Branchburg, NJ 08876
(908) 208-9246
Discount: 10% of proceeds to ICS HSA
Health, Fitness, Sports and Recreation (7)
Action Karate of Nazareth*
Providing Martial Arts instruction, self-defense, and character building for over 10 years. Our team is experienced with children ages 3-18, special needs children can be accommodated, teens, and adults classes are popular. Call now to join Action Karate and speak to Head Instructor Seth Bittner. Action Karate Nazareth is conveniently located in Nazareth PA serving Nazareth, Easton, and Bethlehem. If you are in the area stop by and visit our school, meet with an instructor. Action Karate Martial Arts school hosts great birthday parties, after school programs, summer camps, 1 on 1 martial art instruction, physical fitness, Demo Team performances, and more.
Alumna: Jesse Damiano Bittner '05 and Seth Bittner, Owner
606 Municipal Drive
Nazareth, PA 18064
(610) 746-3600
Discount: 1 free month of karate!! Just mention that you saw us in the alumni directory!
Pure, safe & beneficial botanically based nutrition, skin care & cosmetics. Vegan, gluten free, free of toxic chemicals, PETA friendly products. All manufactured here in the USA! Clinically tested with real results. Doctor approved!
Alumna: Stephanie Luca Ciarrocca '82, Executive District Manager/Owner
4 Myers Lane
Stockton, NJ 08559
(908) 328-3607
Discount: Can become a Preferred Client and receive 20% discount.
Diamond Nation
We are dedicated to providing top level instruction and facilities for serious players looking to take their game to the next level. We have created an environment that allows you the opportunity to learn and train properly in order to advance your skills and playing abilities. We provide education, evaluation, development, competition, and exposure to our young athletes under the supervision, experiences, knowledge and direction of our outstanding staff utilizing the finest state-of-the-art facility in the country.
Alumnus: Jack Cust '97, Owner
129 River Road
Flemington, NJ 08822
(908) 284-1778
Fitness Together*
Fitness Together is the ultimate program to get back in shape so you feel and look your best. The results can be amazing! Each day we help people just like you achieve your goals. But don't take our word for it, see what our clients have to say and check out our studios client reviews and success stories on our website!
Billy Beyer, Owner
44 South Finley Avenue
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
(908) 204-9909
Discount: 1 free consultation and 1 free session if you email us! And 2 free sessions with purchase of any package.
We are a dynamic fitness center that strives to make fitness a way of life. Whether you're a family of four or a single professional, our fitness staff wants to encourage everyone to stay in shape. Our equipment and advanced studios focus on an array of areas such as muscular strength, endurance, cardiovascular health and conditioning, and core strength. In addition, we offer family-friendly programs that will keep both kids and parents active and engaged.
Alumnus: Jack Cust '97, Owner
Flemington, NJ 08822
(908) 782-4009
Indiana Pacers*
Sales in the sports industry for pro teams, collegiate athletic associations, or non-profit entities.
Alumna: Kevin Albert '11, Corporate Ticket Sales Manager
125 South Pennsylvania Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 917-2738
Discount: Please call or email to inquire.
Rock 'N Ryde Indoor Cycling*
Rock 'N Ryde Indoor Cycling has twenty (20) real Ryder bikes that burn 20 percent more calories than any other stationary bike.
Parent: Lynn Vanderbeek '11, '14, '15, Owner
1931 Washington Valley Road
Martinsville, NJ 08836
(732) 868-5400
Discount: 5% off any package, excluding intro package or other currently discounted rates.
Healthcare, Medical, and Dental (9)
There are new allergy treatments available that are helping millions of people live healthier, more active lives. Our practice, founded by Dr. Kristine Krol in 1989, is committed to offering these new therapies to you. By using innovative and practical techniques, we have helped our own patients become desensitized to allergies, avoid hospitalization, and enjoy life more fully. We care for patients of all ages, from very young children to older adults. Our services include the complete diagnosis and treatment of all types of allergies.
Parent: Dr. Kristine Krol, M.D. '99, '01, Owner
177 West High Street
Somerville, NJ 08873
(908) 725-8666
Aquinas Healthcare*
We provide home care services for seniors while giving their families peace of mind. We offer hourly and live-in home health aides or nursing visits. We are private pay only or long term care insurance will pay for our services. Aquinas Healthcare is a family owned and operated business which treats each client like family.
Alumnus: John Redmond '85, Owner, President
266B Morris Avenue
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 467-8502
Discount: 10% off first 2 months of services
C&M Medical Billing, LLC
We are a medical billing company located in Parsippany, NJ. We provide services for all types of physician specialties. We are a 100% USA-based company, in business since 2004.
Owner: Marie Ferguson-Russo, ICS '17, ICS '19, ICS '21, Owner, Managing Partner
41 Baldwin Road, Suite 1
Parsippany, NJ 07054
(973) 541-9101 x4517
Center for Rehabilitation and Sports Excellence
Physical Therapy and Sports medicine facility who treats, high school, college, and professional athletes.
Parent: Dino Pinciotti '08, '11, '13, Director of Physical Therapy
2 Worlds Fair Drive
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 537-0200
Central Jersey Surgeons
Surgical excellence has always been at the forefront of Dr. Edward D. Buch's practice. Board Certified in General and Vascular Surgery, Vascular Technology and Wound Care, Dr. Buch has been practicing medicine for more than 25 years, and has been named one of the Top Doctors in New Jersey for the past eight years. Surgery & Services include: general surgery, wound care, melanoma removal, gall bladder, hernia repair, vascular surgery, varicose and spider vein treatment, and BioTE Hormone Replacement.
Parent: Dr. Edward Buch, M.D., '99, '01, Owner
611 Courtyard Drive #600
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(908) 722-0030
HearClear Hearing Center*
We provide audiology and hearing aid services and have offices in Hillsborough and Watchung.
Parent: Brian McClintock, ICS '26, Owner, Audiologist
390 Amwell Road, Suite 407
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(908) 431-4224
Discount: 10% discount on all hearing aids
McAdam Chiropractic
Local sports injury and pain relief specialists.
Alumnus: Bradley J. McAdam Jr., DC '08
794 US Hwy 202/206 North
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 218-0800
Jonathan P. Mundth, DMD, PA.
High quality, state of the art, cosmetic and family dental practice.
Parent: Dr. Jonathan Mundth, '02, '08, '10, '14, Owner
140 Main Street
Chatham, NJ 07928
(973) 635-5522
Somerset Dental Arts*
Dental office for families.
Alumna: Dr. Dawn DiGrazia '94, Dentist/Owner
279 East Main Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-2999
Discount: $99 take home whitening or $100 off in office whitening or $99 New patient exam and cleaning.
Information Technology Services (3)
Integrity Card Systems*
We provide merchant services which consists of credit card processing, e-commerce, gift and loyalty cards, POS systems.
Alumnus: Chris Mammaro '91, CEO/Owner
46 Maple Avenue
Asbury, NJ 08802
(908) 510-0905
Discount: Free credit card terminals
MaxxVault LLC provides software solutions for the management, distribution and control of corporate documents. Benefits of MaxxVault Enterprise include: reduced costs, improved efficiency, increased customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.
Alumnus: Keith Slyman '87, Director of Professional Services
3340 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 400
Bohemia, NY 11716
(631) 446-4800
Schmidt's Computer Solutions, Inc.*
Schmidt's Computer Solutions has been in business for over 18 years and offers computer consulting services to small and mid-size businesses. We bring personal to the impersonal world of technology. We provide IT services for any industry type with a specialties in Legal. Let us keep your business' IT infrastructure current and relevant with service and consultation.
Alumnus: Robert J. Schmidt '92, President/Owner
17 Maple Avenue
Annandale, NJ 08801
(347) 452-3637
Discount: To Be Determined on Signed Business Proposal.
Interior Design (1)
The Design Studio of Somerville
The Design Studio of Somerville transforms homes into extraordinary places full of comfort, character and charm. We offer fine furnishings and accessories to enhance your home's beauty. The focal point of the business is our custom interior design services. We invite you to talk with us about the possibilities that await you.
Parent: Cindy Stabile '12, Senior Interior Designer/Retail Sales Manager
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 685-1921
Lawyers and Legal Associates (4)
Law Office of William N. Senger*
A Somerset County Law Firm serving the needs of northern and central Jersey clients for more than 50 years focusing on real estate transactions, estate/tax planning and estate administration.
Alumnus: William N. Senger ICS '82 IHS '86
19 North Bridge Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 726-3561
Discount:10% off any legal services
Van Olst Associates*
Legal nurse consultants working exclusively with attorneys in merit review, standards of care, etc. for personal injury and medical malpractice. We are also able to provide testifying experts for litigation in most medical disciplines.
Alumna: Theresa M. Van Olst '68, Owner
904 Fieldstone Way
Haines City, FL 33844
(717) 823-1316
Discount: Free initial consult on all new cases.
Law Office of Stephen Williams
Law practice serving the needs of Central Jersians who need legal services in the areas of Family law/Divorce; Criminal, Traffic and DWI defense, Estate Planning and Real Estate sales and purchases.
Alumnus: Stephen Williams '77, Owner
50 Main Street, Suite 3E
Flemington, NJ 08822
(908) 284-0074
Zohn & Zohn, LLP*
Zohn & Zohn, LLP, is a law firm with attorneys in Warren, NJ (Somerset County) and serves the legal needs of individuals, families, business owners and small businesses.
Parent: Edward Zohn '18, Owner
7 Mount Bethel Road
Warren, NJ 07059
(908) 791-0312
Discount: Negotiable discount for alumni and parents.
Music, Entertainment and Instrument Sales (3)
Peter Lynch Violins*
I am a violinmaker and make instruments for professional musicians and advanced students. The shop also specialized in setup and sound adjustments. Shipping within US for trial. Please contact me to discuss your instrument needs.
Alumnus: Peter Lynch '81, Owner, Violinmaker
14200 Bethel Church Road
Manchester, MI 48158
(734) 255-0662
Discount: 10% discount to alumni and family
Rea Music & Retreats*
Rea Music & Retreats specializes in designing and facilitating Catholic retreats; including high school and/or youth group programs for age groups 14 yrs old and above, school faculty, parish staff, one day or multi-day events. Rea has developed dozens of retreat programs and customizes every retreat to the group's specific needs.
Rea is also a musician who can lead music at a retreat, conference, youth rally or Catholic liturgy. Most recently Rea has authored a spiritual leadership program for student leaders entitled: A.C.T. Disciples in Progress.
Alumna: Maria Larangeira '82, Owner
17561 SE 121st Circle
Summerfield, FL 34491
(732) 673-6658
Discount: Percentage of Retreat fee will be donated to St. Joseph's Youth Ministry
Sax Plus One*
Sax Plus One is a collective of musicians from the South Jersey/Philadelphia areas who provide musical entertainment options for your event or restaurant. It's sax...plus your choice! The group specializes in acoustic jazz standards and most frequently performs as a duo, but the group has performed as a trio, quartet, and quintet and has also performed a range of music from old classics to contemporary hits. That's the beauty of the customization offered by our organization! Owner and saxophonist Joe Strazz has been working actively on the local scene as a freelancer and has been seen in the past with many groups including "The Jericho Horns with John Cook" and "Mesquite Honey." Together, he teams up with some of the brightest in upcoming musicians to bring you the best in musical entertainment…and sometimes even a surprise or two! It's the magic of live music with a customizable twist!
Alumnus: Joe "Strazz" Straczynski '08, Saxophonist, Composer/Arranger, Owner
(732) 690-4046
Discount: Rates negotiable according to specific situation.
Pet Supplies (1)
Pupcakes and Pawstries Barkery and Shoppe*
We have cool stuff for your dog. We stock high quality food and treats along with everything else you need to outfit your life with your dog. We offer the best rewards program in the country!
Alumnus: Paul Puglisi '91, Owner
(908) 626-0080
*Discount: 10% off purchase with Spartan Alumni Card
Photography and Video Production (2)
Life in Pixels Photography*
Life in Pixels is a boutique portrait studio in Bridgewater. We specialize in maternity, newborns, children, and family portraiture.
Alumna: Kathleen Odenthal '05, Owner
72 Bradley Lane
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 524-1724
Discount: 50% off your session fee!
Mai Day Productions*
We are a full service video production company from sports game film to weddings to real estate.
Alumnus: Patrick Djamoos '97, Owner
150 West End Avenue, Suite 5
Somerville, NJ 08876
(855) 962- 4329
Discount: 15%.
Real Estate Sales, Rentals and Relocation Services (8)
EA Boniakowski
EAB Insurance & EA Boniakowski Real Estate have been difference makers in the local community since 1960. The businesses are family owned and operated out of Green Brook & Martinsville NJ. Doris, Joe & Tom Boniakowski continue to provide a second to none business experience by putting their customers first.
Alumnus: Scott Torgrimsen '98, Insurance & Real Estate Services
929 North Washington Avenue
Green Brook, NJ 08812
1954 Washington Valley Road
Martinsville, NJ 08836
(732) 910-2797
Budd Van Lines*
Budd Van Lines is an independent national van line specializing in corporate relocation. We offer a unique service delivery model called Team Pack & Team Haul. Our model is recognized by the household goods industry as the most consistent, reliable and highest in customer satisfaction.
Parent: Marcy Scalera Budd '18, VP Corporate Relations/Owner
24 Schoolhouse Road
Somerset, NJ 08873
(732) 627-0600 x1203
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's International Realty
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's International Realty is central New Jersey's premier real estate firm that combines the rich heritage and deep experience of two highly respected family companies. Callaway Henderson Sotheby's International Realty is a part of Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC, connecting the finest independent real estate companies to the most prestigious clientele in the world.
Alumnus: John Lazor '77, Sales Associate
Helping sellers sell their home with Zero to a max of 3% commission through our #1 Virginia FSBO website and our Flat Fee MLS Listing Service. Helping buyers buy a home and put half my commission back in your own pocket. Assisting home sellers and buyers since 1995 in Virginia, Maryland and DC.
Alumna: Debbie Kent '78, Owner
3 Palomino Court
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
(540) 582-5777
Discount: 10%.
The Garibaldi Group
The Garibaldi Group celebrated 98 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, servicing the global needs of both the corporate and investment arenas. At The Garibaldi Group, it is our people that set us apart and serve as our greatest asset. Because of our people, we have been trusted for our integrity and engaged for our perspective since 1919. We offer our clients a diverse and sophisticated group of associates, with each member of the company delivering talent, experience, expertise, humor and enthusiasm–that blend of human understanding and functional knowledge so vital to the practice of real estate. In our independent firm, our professionals are individually chosen for assignments that fit their talents and experience. Our philosophy is to ensure the highest level of service for our clients, with a principal of the firm overseeing every transaction.
Parent: Greg Marsh '19, Chief Financial Officer
14 Fairmount Avenue
Chatham, NJ 07928
(973) 507-0360
Keller Williams Towne Square Realty
I established The Duncan Home Team in 2004, after practicing Real Estate independently for 4 years. I sell residential Real Estate throughout
Alumna: Christina Duncan '99, Owner/Broker Sales Associate
222 Mt. Airy Road
Basking Ridge NJ 07920
(908) 507-8575
Weichert Realtors
After a long corporate career, I started a new chapter in life that puts my real estate investing experience to work for people buying and selling homes. Let me help you turn "For Sale" to "SOLD!"
Parent: Susan Odenthal '01, '02, '05, Sales Associate
3290 Route 22 West
Branchburg, NJ 08876
(732) 485-3600
Weidel Real Estate
I specialize in commercial and Industrial real estate but also handle residential sales as well. I have been a resident of Hunterdon County my entire life and I currently reside in Kingwood Twp., NJ. I currently serve the Hunterdon, Somerset, Warren and Mercer County areas. In addition to my real estate services, I am also a Project Supervisor for De Sapio Construction Inc., a family-run construction and real estate leasing business in Frenchtown, NJ. I have been a Project Supervisor for my family for over five years and am very knowledgeable on all aspects of the construction and property development industry.
Please do not hesitate in contacting me with any of your Commercial, Industrial or Residential property needs!
Alumnus: Anthony De Sapio, III '10, Real Estate Sales Associate, Owner
280 Ridge Road
Frenchtown, NJ 08825
(908) 507-4724
Restaurant, Food and Beverage Services (8)
AD Catering & Events
953 Bloomfield Street
Hoboken, NJ 07030
(201) 222-8399
Anthony David's
953 Bloomfield Street
Hoboken, NJ 07030
(201) 222-8399
Belmonte's Ristorante*
Traditional Italian food right on Cookman Ave in downtown Asbury Park. We are BYOB and within walking distance of the boardwalk. Outdoor seating, catering, and private parties are also available!
Alumnus: Sean Hart '00, Owner
632 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
(732) 776-7500
Discount: Mention this posting and get free coffee and dessert! Valid for Spartan alumni and parents of alumni only please.
Bin 14 Winebar & Trattoria
Broadloom/Highlands Dinner Club
My husband and I run an architectural business (Broadloom) as well as plan and execute events through our global dinner club (Highlands Dinner Club). Please check us out on facebook and connect.
Alumna: Rana Walmer '94, Business Manager/Owner
296 1/2 Old York Road
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 208-9839
Discover Wine*
Discover Wine has a wonderful selection of great value, hand picked wines at a perfect price-point. Also have craft beer on tap for Growlers. One of the store owners is always there to offer personal attention and help you determine your particular preferences.
Parents: Ken Rommel '09, '12, Owner; Kevin Cahill '12, Owner
66 West Main Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
Discount: 10% off purchase with Spartan Alumni Card or mention Immaculata.
QCrew BBQ Catering Co.*
Qcrew BBQ has built a reputation in Somerset County and throughout the state as a premier off-premises BBQ caterer since 2009. We specialize in cooking our BBQ live, on-site at events such as weddings, company picnics, backyard BBQ's, and more. In recent years a demand for our BBQ items has sparked a new business and a way to serve you. You can now have your favorite Qcrew BBQ items delivered to your home or business, for any catered event, throughout the calendar year. Our menu items are all homemade, authentic BBQ and best described as crowd pleasers. We look forward to adding you to our list of satisfied customers! Visit our website at Somersetbbq.com
Alumnus: William Dixon '83, Owner
176 US Highway 202
Suite 114B
Ringoes, NJ 08551
(908) 256-1198
www.qcrewcatering.com–Live BBQ catered events
www.backdoorbbqcatering.com–Pick up and delivery of our menu items
www.qclassiccatering.com–Rustic style wedding event
Discount: 10% off any catering for Immaculata High School alumni, alumni's family, and current and past faculty.
Savor Restaurant
We are a contemporary American Restaurant serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. We offer 2 private party rooms that comfortably holds up to 46 and 76 people respectively for any of your catering needs.
Alumni: Robert Petix Jr '95, Owner; Lisa Petix '96, Owner
18 West Main Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 685-1975
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Gallery on Main*
Gallery on Main is an art gallery, antique shop, custom framing shop and restoration shop offering works by artists from around the world, local artists, and Featured Artist of the Month as well as interesting vintage and antique items, including furniture, decorative objects, household items, masks, folk art, textiles, toys, collectibles and more. We especially love one-of-a-kind pieces and those not commonly seen. If you don't see what you're looking for, let us know and we'll see if we can find it for you! From high-quality custom picture framing for paintings, works on paper, display-worthy keepsakes and other objects, you name it, we can frame it. We have 30 years of professional picture framing experience, plus a true love of the craft and great pride in our workmanship. Our restoration and conservation services bring damaged or time-worn art and photos back to life. We host art- and antiques-driven events, including meet the artist opportunities. Check out our website to see what's happening and have some fun with us!
Alumni: Michelle Pankowski Kassick '88 and Shaun Daley '88, Owners
30 West Main Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 722-4234
Discount: 15% off custom framing and select items in the gallery.
Starlite Gaming*
Video game store specializing in all types of gaming from the original Nintendo to the most modern game systems made.
Alumnus: Chris Godin '99, Owner
4650 Ladson Road, Suite E-F
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 879-2488
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I sell products from the Thirtyone gifts company. They have bags, organizing home products and jewelry. The company is based off Proverbs 31 and is based on empowering women and girls to celebrate, empower and reward others.
Alumna: Amy Lowe '01, Consultant, Owner
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(919) 368-6544
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Eastern Machinery Co.*
Eastern Machinery sells and services metal fabrication machinery in 5 states. Press brakes, shears, plasma cutting, press brake tooling and machines to roll plate, just to name a few.
Parent: Keith LeBoeuf '10, '13, '14, '19, Owner
75 Hartpence Road
Milford, NJ 08848
(862) 812-8600
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Electronic Measurement Labs, Inc.
Sales and Service of safety equipment for fire, environmental and industrial applications.
Alumnus: Richard J, Pleconis Jr. '91, Director of Operations/Executive Sales
668 Easton Avenue
Somerset, NJ,08873
(800) 452-6822
John Maltese Iron Works, Inc.
We are a family owned structural steel fabrication and erection business. We have been in business since 1954, when my grandfather started the company.
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1453 Jersey Avenue
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Blinky Studios
I work with my clients to provide modern, fun, and elegant printed designs for their business or personal needs. I specialize in logos, stationary, greeting cards, invitations, event posters and more. If there is something you would like designed (including things that aren't listed), reach out to me and we can discuss what you are looking for!
Alumna: Lauren Machlica '08, Designer/Owner
(908) 883-0382
Destination Athlete
At Destination Athlete® we take immense pride in putting our customers first. We serve Athletes, Parents, Coaches, Team Coordinators, Booster Clubs, Corporations, Small Businesses and many more throughout Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren Counties. We are a full service screen printer and embroiderer and whether you need branded apparel, custom uniforms or special equipment we've got you covered. We get to know each customer to outfit them properly with exactly what they need. We provide our free design assistance to customize your uniforms to your exact specifications.
Owner: Joe Cannavo
56 Payne Road and Route 31, Suite 12
Lebanon, NJ 08833
(908) 730-0600
Express Solutions
Express Solutions can do your signs, banners, posters, presentation folders, trade show sell sheets as well as your promotional mailings and items.
Parent: Rich Mezzacca '91
104 Union Avenue
Manasquan, NJ 08736
(732) 469-7563
F and E Signs LLC*
We are a family owned and operated sign company with over 20 years of experience. If you need a small sign or a large sign, we can help you. Vehicle lettering, truck and van lettering, fleet vehicles, real estate signs. Contact F and E for all your sign needs. Thank You.
Alumnus: William Curcio '97, Owner
298 Duer Street
North Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 565-0966
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Personalized Paraphernalia*
We offer embroidery and screen printing for clubs/teams spirit wear, team sports uniforms, and clubs/teams printing on clothing for any occasion.
Parent: Laura Wolfe '03, Owner
22 Division Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 526-0602
Discount: 10% off any order over $250.
Promo-Coach by DiversiPrint Inc.*
Too often, companies take ordering branded needs into their own hands without guidance and as a result, advertising dollars are often wasted and the promotions don't reflect the company's image. As a Veteran Owned Small Business we have partnered with small businesses to Fortune 100 companies over the past 25 years. We have worked directly with Immaculata. We provide branded ideas that work specifically for our client's corporate message and target audience to maximize their budget and marketing impressions. Promotional Productions, Apparel, Awards, Signage, Office needs, are just a few services we offer. We would love the opportunity to prove to you that we would be a good resource.
Alumnus: Chris Zarelli '02, Owner
1124 Route 202 South, Suite B16
Raritan, NJ 08869
(908) 685-2225
Discount: Free corporate branded cap. Free virtual concepts with company logo along with free ideas and consulting for your specific corporate marketing needs.
Rutko Engraving Systems
Rutko Engraving services corporate, municipal, and personal accounts providing a wide range of interior and exterior signs, trophies and recognition awards, and engraved name plates and legend plates in thousands of styles and colors.
Alumnus: Tom Rutkowski '68
800 Lincoln Boulevard Suite B
Middlesex, NJ 08846
(732) 356-1208
Signarama North Plainfield*
Local family owned print and sign business. We design, build or print, and install all kinds of signs, banners, print and mailing materials, Some items include: Large lit or unlit building signs, light boxes and letters; all types of interior signs; lawn signs / realty signs; normal or supersized banners; car wraps and vehicle lettering / graphics; and brochures, business cards, mailers, posters, etc.
Alumnus: Sean Decker '91, President/Owner
1030 Route 22 East
North Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 561-4167
Discount: Discounts ranging from 7.5% on special order items up to 15% on banners and bulk print orders—personal or business. All non-profits receive 10% all the time.
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Coastal Home and Villa
A boutique vacation rental company located on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. We specialize in oceanfront and ocean view rental homes and villas located in one of the top vacation destinations in the United States.
Alumna: Gillian Grassi Alsko '89, Owner
Off to Neverland Travel
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Alumna: Catherine Cullen Tom-Wolverton '02, Magic Maker/Independent Contractor
(908) 620-6084
Uncharted Dreams Travel
Lao Tzu once wrote: The journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step. Uncharted Dreams Travel is here to ensure that your first step leads you smoothly into an unforgettable journey that will provide a lifetime of cherished memories. Our vast experience travelling the globe has given us knowledge in the workings of hotels, cruises, airlines, tours, and every facet of what makes a splendid vacation. Our full service travel consultants gather your goals and navigate this oftentimes convoluted web, giving you peace of mind and stress-free travel arrangements and accommodations. We always research the best possible prices without sacrificing quality. At Uncharted Dreams Travel, we consider our name a very personal motivation. Nothing stirs the soul quite like a dream's potential on the cusp of realization. Anyone can book a trip. Let us chart your dreams.
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Keynote speech, Chou Wen-chung Festival, Taipei, Taiwan, 2003.
It is understandable that the current generation of composers is having difficulty in breaking through this barrier, even though their achievements in Western contemporary music has been outstanding.
Unfortunately at the moment, the arts in the United States have been completely taken over by giant corporations and converted into commodities for entertainment.
…Even worse is to ignorantly apply and distort the essence of Eastern cultures under the banner of cultural exchange. Whereas, on the other hand, composers who are not yet controlled by the entertainment industry are ignored entirely. All of these should be recognized by composers and educators elsewhere so as to maintain one's own "independent" spirit, thereby avoiding the pitfall of blind emulation or imitation, or worse, being manipulated as merchandise.
The peak of Western civilization is over. In the future, the civilization of the world will have to depend on interaction among all cultures, and on uncovering sources or tides that have contributed to cultural changes. Chinese civilization should be one of the mainstreams in the future. Whether that is achievable depends completely on the wenren artists and cultural scholars of China in the future.
To arrive at such a sublime stage of accomplishment in culture … particularly in composing … we urgently need serious efforts in learning and research, in fieldwork, and in cultural conservation. Even more urgent is the need for developing a fresh perception for composing based on knowledge of our own cultural evolution and expectations for its future. Therefore, what I regard as education reform must not be limited to our colleagues at educational institutions. Besides, we must eliminate on a broad scale all the viewpoints perpetrated by feudalistic attitude and colonial psychology. This is why over the past half-century, I was always willing to compose less so as to conduct more research and fieldwork, and to lead projects on cultural conservation and development.
In the U.S., according to its tradition, education and culture always depend on contributions from its private and financial sectors. Coordination and funding are usually provided by non-profit foundations established for such purposes.


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Dairy Farmer Richard Gibson in Africa Got to be worth a look, Tonight at 9pm BBC 2
Dairy Farmer Richard Gibson in Africa Got to be worth a look, Tonight at 9pm BBC 2
+1 should be good i reckon
It's quite good.
This Richard Gibson doesn't sound as if he's always lived/farmed in Devon. North Yorks accent?
This rain stuff is badly shared out
Great ambassdor for the british farmer.
Will the producers repeat in reverse? Bring the African to Exmoor!
Humbling is the only word for it. Somehow puts most of our gripes and complaints into perspective.
agree there, can see how hard life is for some, but what are they keeping the cattle for? it said at the start that its a status symbol between tribes, more cattle = more respect so my question is why dont they eat some of them and live a better lifestyle, the water situation could be put right by digging a well as there is clearly water if they dig for it they could then be using the water from it to irrigate the ground to grow grass for the cows? am i missing somthing ?
Give it full throttle
Thanks for the link.That was an excellent programme.
This programme is being repeated on bbc2 rite now
Puts our own problems into perspective; what a pity the rainfall couldn't be shared out more evenly! Would be good to see a return visit of the Kenyan cattle keeper to Richard's farm in Devon. I too wondered what they get out of devoting their entire lives to basically looking for feed and water for their cattle?
I wonder if some of the 'well digging' was a bit stage managed. The cattle had to be pursuaded to come for a drink, and there wasn't any sign of panic.
They also skipped quickly over the fact that the Kenyan Government regularly delivered drinking water, making it seem that collecting brackish water in old plastic containers was a continuous full-time job.
And the Son who was teasing Richard about having to be circumcised seemed a bit streetwise with an evil sense of humour. Maybe he was a lawyer in Nairobi, just home for the weekend.
Why dont they have a spade for digging? If they have 200 cattle and can afford an assault rifle they can surely afford a spade.
His face when they offered to circumcise him was a picture! Mzuri!
Also my dad can confirm that bit was not staged as it took a good 4 hours to dig the hole which is why he is so passionate to get the tribe a clean water supply. Also regarding not using a spade, Digging with a bucket (as opposed to a spade) my dad told me it was easier as the spoil needs to be deposited away from the well. This is more relevant as the well becomes deeper as they can be up to 12 feet deep.
Hope this answers your questions and please have a look at the charity if you have a spare minute!


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Festive treats: Try alternatives to the modak from across the country
From Bengal to Telangana, every state has a special Ganpati dish. This Ganeshotsav, try one of these lesser-known recipes.more lifestyle Updated: Sep 03, 2016 10:31 IST
Ganeshotsav means grand celebrations, elaborate pandals and, of course, modaks. But few know that the festival can be a treat for food lovers across the country. From West Bengal to Tamil Nadu, each state has a special Ganpati dish. This year, give the modaks and puranpolis a break, and try one of these lesser-known recipes, to celebrate the festival with a twist.
Bellam Pasham, Telangana
Serves 2
• For the base, knead 350 gm maida with water to make it into a soft dough. Spread a blob of dough on a flat surface. Use a knife to cut strands of it. Roll each strand using your hands to give it a noodle-like shape.
• For the jaggery syrup, take 250 ml water and soak 100 gm of jaggery in it. Strain the syrup. Add the wheat noodles into the syrup and bring to a boil. Add half a handful of cashew nuts, 4 crushed cardamoms and 1/2 cup finely chopped coconut. Cook until the jaggery water is soaked in by the noodles. Before serving, pour a spoonful of pure ghee on top of the Pasham and serve with modaks and laddoos.
Recipe: Sandeep Raj, chef and organiser at the Ganeshotsav committee of Andhra Pradesh
Read: Environment comes first for Ganpati, Durga Puja organisers
Ello Jhelo, Bengal
Serves 3
• Mix 2 cups maida with a pinch of salt and 1/4 tsp of poppy seeds in a bowl. Add 3 tbsp of oil and mix using water to knead into a soft dough. Make round puris from the dough.
• Flatten out each puri and use a knife to make vertical lines in the middle, without cutting it out from the edges of the puri — the ends should remain intact, with strands in the middle.
• Fry puris in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes. Dip them in sugar syrup (by dissolving sugar in water in 1:2 ratio, and letting it cool until all sugar granules are properly dissolved); or dust with icing sugar for garnish. Serve with fresh cream or vanilla ice cream.
Recipe: Ananya Banerjee, home chef and author of Planet Gastronomy: 100 Most Popular Global Recipes
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Sundal, Tamil Nadu
Serves 3
• Pressure cook 1 cup chickpeas soaked overnight; keep aside.
• Roast 1 tbsp coriander seeds, 3 tbsp chana dal and 1 dried chilli in hot oil; blend to a powder.
• Heat 1 tsp hot oil and crackle 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1 tsp urad dal, 1 sprig curry leaves and a pinch of hing. Add roasted ingredients to pressure cooked chana and mix. Season with salt, chilli powder and ground masala; add 3 tbsp grated coconut to it and mix well.
• Garnish with coriander, nuts and raisins before serving
Recipe: Ananya Banerjee, home chef and author of Planet Gastronomy: 100 Most Popular Global Recipes
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In addition, the bio-oxidation process renders 88.6% of gold contained in the sulphides available for extraction, compared to only 9.4% using conventional gold extraction without oxidation. A high weight loss of 45.7% was obtained during oxidation resulting in the gold grade almost doubling to 17.8 g/t from the original 9.80g/t, but still maintaining the same amount of gold in the plant feed. This mass reduction reduces considerably the size and cost of equipment required in final gold extraction processing. The reagent consumptions noted in the test work for gold extraction were also modest and comparable to those associated with current bio-oxidation plants used in the gold mining industry.
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From the time we're little itty bitty kids to mature adults, farts are awefully funny. I don't know why, but they just are. As adults, we learn to control our gasiness so as to not disturb other people or embarrass ourselves in public. I'm pretty grateful for that fact, otherwise we'd be living in a world of stink!
Now that I'm a mom, my view on farts has expanded. Seriously! In fact, I often seek them out, engaging in all kinds of baby manipulation to release the pressure that causes my little one such grief. Trinity is an amazingly pleasant baby but when she has gas, she lets the world know with anguished cries. Her screams are loud and her little faces gets all squished in agony…it's heart wrenching and I'd do anything to relieve her discomfort and bring back her smile.
So I go "fart hunting". I start with a little bouncing and a little burping and then I move on to massaging my baby's belly to exercising her legs and doing some leg presses. I've spent hours watching videos on YouTube of moms detailing how they help their baby fart. If you asked me a couple of months ago if that's what I envisioned for my Friday nights, I would have thought you had a few screws loose! But now, I spend some of my time learning how to help my baby be as comfortable and safe as possible…even if it is Friday night!
To relieve Trinity's gas, I find that massaging her belly clockwise with gentle pressure works great. I then sit her on my lap with her back leaning on my belly and I move her legs in a bicycle like motion, eventually bringing both legs in applying gentle pressure with her knees on her belly. When a fart actually squeezes out, I'm joyous…like I just won the gold medal at the local marathon. I feel so accomplished! It's incredibly funny to see grown-ups all excited because they were able to squeeze a fart out of their baby. I've even found myself singing a little "fart song" to Trinity that I made up. It goes something like.."Big Fart, Little Fart, we'll spend a while. Let's get the gas out so Baby can smile".
It's a bit crazy the things we start to do, say and sing when you become a new mom. I've got little songs for just about everything…even farting
When I'm helping Trinity find some comfort, that little squeak of a noise means I've brought her some relief. Sometimes she even smiles and starts to coo after we squeeze them out which makes us even happier.
Trinity's able to move some of the gas on her own, wriggling around in her crib or on her Aquarium mat. I don't know why, but every time I hear it I'm giggling like a little school girl. In her car seat, she looks like she's doing something sneaky with a coy little grin and then she lets it rip. Today at the supermarket, her little fart was so loud that the guy on the line behind me started to giggle…I think it's because Trinity had a big smile on her face when she let it loose (that's my girl!).
To help with the gas, we've turned to a great product called ColicCalm. I tell everyone about it because it's actually been a bit of a miracle for us. That combined with my dairy-free diet (Trinity's on breastmilk only) and she's doing great. One little dose of ColicCalm and Trinity goes from wailing to peacefully happy. We can hear the gas bubbles breakdown in her belly and soon after giving it to her, she usually let's out a giant burp or two.
I've gotten great advice from moms who've helped me improve my burping technique and also taught me great belly massaging to relief the gas. I'm very thankful for the moms who detailed their strategies in video on YouTube because it definitely helps the new moms like me who are learning along the way.
What works for you? I'd love to hear it (be sure to share your funny baby fart stories too:)


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