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Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians began one of America’s most beloved traditions in 1621 when they sat down for a feast known as “Thanksgiving.” Some of the following facts about the eating practices and food rumored to be used during the Colonial meal may surprise you. A full history of the holiday is available at www.historychannel.com.
The original Thanksgiving feast did not take place on the fourth Thursday of November, but somewhere between September 21 and November 11. The repast lasted three days long.
Pilgrims used their fingers, spoons and knives as utensils during the meal. Forks were not available. Salt was on the table, but pepper was not.
During the 17th century, people did not sample all of the fare on the table, only the food that was closest to their plate. Social standing was also determined by the food an individual ate. In addition,
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food was not served individually, rather in a familystyle manner.
The actual Thanksgiving meal did not center around turkey, but different meats. Vegetable dishes and sweets such as pumpkin pies were also not common.
Some foods that might have been featured on the first Thanksgiving menu include: cod, eel, clams, lobster, goose, duck, crane, swan, partridge, eagle, venison, seal, pumpkin, radishes, plums, grapes, walnuts, acorns, chestnuts, leeks, dried currants, parsnips, liverwort and olive oil.
The origin of the name “turkey” was believed to have come from Columbus who thought he discovered a peacock when he found the turkey. He called the bird “tuka,” which is “peacock” in an Indian language.
According to Lycos, approximately 2.7 billion pounds of turkey were processed in the United States last year.
By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN
Before Stuffing Yourself With Turkey, Dig Deep For Reasons to Be Thankful
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As American as apple pie and Yankee baseball, the warm tones and familial, comforting landscapes of Greenwich, N. Y. native Grandma Moses evoke that allAmerican pride and sentiment.
Moses worked on farms in upstate New York as a young girl before marrying Thomas Salmon Moses, a farmer in 1887. Upon her nuptials, she moved to Shenandoah Valley, Va.
Bearing 10 children, only five of the offspring survived. Moses then moved to Eagle Bridge, N. Y. Around 1920, she began painting pictures for friends and relatives as a hobby.
Moses moved to Bennington, Vt. in 1930 when she was known to embroider pictures which were not met with favorable review. Five years later, she returned to Eagle Bridge and painted and exhibited her work with preserves at country fairs.
Exhibiting her work since 1938, Moses has had her work reproduced on Christmas cards and highlighted in several publications. She garnered a bundle of awards and published her autobiography, “My Life’s History,” in 1951.
Moses is known for her painted illustrations, which accompanied the poem, “A Visit by Saint Nick,” by Clement C. Moore in 1960. The State of New York declared her birthday as “Grandma Moses Day.”
Every Thanksgiving it’s the same old thing — watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, scarf down the turkey and trimmings and finalize those Christmas shopping lists before drifting off into a doze induced by the turkey’s tryptophans and relatives that have run amok.
But, as I peered down at the Plymouth Rock two weeks ago while vacationing in Massachusetts, the reasons, relationships and circumstances for which I should be thankful became as clear as crystal. I would like to use this editorial as an open “Thank You” card to those who have been truly inspirational in molding, amending and crafting the Arts & Entertainment Section of this newspaper since its inception in late April.
“If you think you know everything about arts and entertainment when you graduate from here,” stressed my Graphic Design Instructor Donna Mugavero at Moravian College, “well, you’ve got a lot to learn.” She was right. Artists, writers and musicians have come into the office of The Westfield Leader and The Times, and opened my eyes to new experiences and talents in the world of arts and entertainment that I never thought imaginable.
It would take an entire edition of this newspaper to thank each and every one of them. But, I will only highlight a few off the top of my head that have not only demonstrated phenomenal talent, but have given me a broader education in developing my own skills.
The mastery and professionalism of Maestro David Wroe of The Westfield Symphony Orchestra has left me speechless (and that’s hard to do.) The wisdom, honesty and insight that pours out of a Billy Callahan novel has astounded and refreshed me. Performances by the WYACT ensemble have embodied theater at its best. Music and lyrics by Maria Woodford and Alvin C. Madison have haunted me with their beauty and vision. Harry and Wende Devlin will always find a loyal admirer in me due to their prolific creativity, life experiences and hospitality.
The Arts & Entertainment Section of The Westfield Leader and The Times
would not sparkle as it does without the talent of “The Dining Table’s” Dr. Joseph P. DeAlessandro, “Popcorn’s” Michael Goldberger, “The Music Box’s” David Palladino, and the photography of David B. Corbin and Cheri Rogowsky. Contributing writers such as Kim Kinter, Kimberly A. Broadwell, Fred Rossi and Sonia V. Ochariw have also made fabulous contributions to this section.
I am thankful to all of the individuals who have volunteered to share their creativity and talent. I have learned volumes from your work.
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LEARNING FROM LITERATURE... Members of a special motherdaughter book club in Westfield create a potted planting with Lifesaver Holes and hyacinth bulbs based on the book, “Holes,” by Louis Sachar which the girls recently completed. Pictured, left to right, are: Erica Greene, Erin McCarthy, Carolyn Mulvey and Annie Puleio Sinisi.
By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times
WESTFIELD – Deep in the heart of Westfield, mothers and daughters are gathering to enjoy an open dialogue, answer thoughtprovoking questions and munch on pizza
– but it’s not just your average get together.
It’s a motherdaughter book club that challenges the minds of a small group of women and their mature daughters to dissect literature, exceeding basic reading com prehension required in the classroom
curricula. Crafts and foods are created based on the book of choice and a scavenger hunt takes the young readers on a mysterious journey with clues rooted in their reading.
The book club was established by Elisabeth Hanson and based on the book, “The MotherDaughter Book Club” by Shireen Dodson. Ms. Hanson contacted other mothers about the possibility of forming
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By DAVID PALLADINO
Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times
WESTFIELD — Maestro David Wroe and the Westfield Symphony Orchestra took the area by musical storm for the second time Saturday night at the Presbyterian Church in Westfield with an exciting concert including Piazolla’s Orchestral Tangos;
the Dvorak Cello Concerto featuring guest soloist HaiYe Ni; and the Finnish powerhouse, Symphony No. 2 by Jean Sibelius.
Musical selection was excellent and Romantic passion was no doubt the hallmark of the evening — a most interesting blend of repertoire and venue. The fire of an Argentinean tango along with nationalistic Scandinavian chords performed with abandon in the understated, conservative architectural space directly influenced by the Reformation.
The incongruity only added to the excitement. Saturday night, however, Maestro Wroe was standing in for the founder of the Scottish Presbyterian Church, John Knox – and what a sermon it was.
The concert opened with the Orchestral Tangos. The Argentinean composer Astor Piazzolla (19211992) put together an exhilarating, twomovement piece which conveys the traditional form of the tango, infused with newer harmonies and forms.
From the opening note, we knew that we were in for a treat. Principal cellist Eliot Bailen, who opened the piece, was right on target. The orchestra settled in immediately and set the tone of success for the rest of the evening.
Movement two began with the bassoon, quickly joined by the various other woodwinds in a fuguelike fashion. The offtempos and syncopation created excitement against the dissonance in the upper strings. Phrasing, attacks and re leases were well attended to.
For example, bass and cello attacks in their tutti sections were always vigorous. Tremendous ending
on a dissonant note — more fantastic incongruity within the walls.
Accomplished cellist Ms. Ni was featured in the second piece of the evening for Dvorak’s (18411904) masterful Cello Concerto. A native of Shanghai, she has appeared with many leading orchestras throughout the world including the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the San Francisco Orchestra and the Odense Symphony of Denmark. An upcoming soloist, her first CD was released in 1998 to international acclaim.
Ms. Ni was truly fabulous. Her refreshing, openly aggressive style is highly accurate in both intonation and timing. Phrasing was very effective – just enough time spent on the notes, only more so. Those who were there cannot deny that her passion, intonation and accuracy all combined for a truly successful rendition of the Dvorak cello staple.
More dynamic control from the supporting orchestra to highlight some of the more intimate sections of the piece would not necessarily have been a bad thing. However, since we are dealing with Bohemian nationalism here, it’s understandable – and to some, even commendable. The orchestra deserves credit and must be commended.
There was such intense interaction between conductor and soloist; Maestro Wroe following her every move, and soloist following the very heartbeat of the orchestra. The Czech folk influence in this piece is most beautiful and the orchestra did a fine job in conveying the true power of this moving work.
The colorful writing of Dvorak highlights the different sections of the orchestra. The brass section deserves particular mention. They are a strong section who are not hampered by their conductor, but are most pleasingly encouraged by him.
The confident tone of the third movement includes many strong sections for brass. Principal trumpet Donald Batchelder has some tone. The serious, non vibrato markings of Dvorak were handled with “in your face” accuracy. Fine job.
Of particular note are the excellent acoustics in this venue. In fact, placement of the orchestra, while tight, was well chosen. French horn section, produced exemplary sound resonance was captured and reflected clearly from their positions atop the center risers.
HaiYe Ni
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Sunday, November 28 – 5: 00 p. m. North Avenue Train Station Parking Lot Annual Tree Lighting and Santa's
Arrival with Girl Scout Mitten Tree Project & Youth Fellowship Food Collection. The Mayor will light our town Christmas Tree and Santa arrives on a Westfield Fire Truck. Music provided by the Westfield Community Band. Girls Scouts will collect warm new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, and socks for the needy. United Methodist Youth Fellowship will serve cocoa and collect nonperishable foods and canned goods for the needy.
Wednesday, December 1 – 12 Noon First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer St. Midday Musicale Concert.
Thursday, December 2 – 6: 30 p. m. MRNJOpen MRI of Westfield, Corner of South & Central Avenues
Tree Lighting Ceremony with Holy Trinity Church Adult and Children's Choir. Come meet Giants football hero Billy Ard and see Santa! Light refreshments will be served.
Friday, December 3 – 7: 15 p. m. Temple EmanuEl, 756 E. Broad Street Lighting of the Menorah. Shabbat
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Saturday, December 4 – 9: 00 a. m. 4: 00 p. m., Westfield Service League Thrift Shop, 114 Elmer Street
Holiday Sale call for additional details 2332530
9: 45 a. m. and 1: 45 p. m., North Avenue Train Station Santa Claus Train Ride sponsored by Jersey Central Railway Historical Society, $10 adults, $8 children under 12, Information 9087557456. Two hour ride to High Bridge with Santa giving out candy canes, coloring books, crayons and one HO Train Set prize per train car. Tickets available at Brunners Opticians, 100 East Broad St.
10: 30 a. m. 4: 30 p. m. South Avenue Train Station and Trolley Stops downtown
Free Trolley Rides in downtown Westfield. Park for free in the South Avenue Train Station Parking Lot and catch the trolley for a ride to downtown Westfield for shopping, dining and entertainment.
11 a. m. 2: 00 p. m. Watson Highlanders Pipe Band. Bagpipers and drummers will perform traditional festive music throughout downtown Westfield.
11: 30 a. m. 12: 30 p. m. Yuletide Carolers dressed in “Dickens” attire will stroll through downtown Westfield entertaining shoppers.
1: 00 p. m. 3 p. m. “Escape” Women's Barbershop Quartet. Harmony group will perform throughout downtown Westfield.
Sunday, December 5 – 11: 30 a. m. 2: 00 p. m. MotoPhoto Portrait Studio, 251 North Avenue Photos with
Santa. Free 5x7 with donation of 2 cans of nonperishable food for the Westfield Food Pantry.
6 p. m. Presbyterian Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Avenue Front lawn Tree Lighting and Carol Singing, accompanied by a Brass Quartet.
Wednesday, December 8 – 12 Noon First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer St. Midday Musicale Concert.
Thursday, December 9 – 6: 30 p. m. 8: 30 p. m. Musical Performances in downtown stores.
Saturday, December 11 – 9: 30 a. m. 12: 30 p. m. Town Bank of Westfield, 520 South Ave. Visit with Santa
Free photos, candy canes and coloring books, while supply lasts.
10: 30 a. m. 4: 30 p. m. South Avenue Train Station and Trolley Stops downtown
Free Trolley Rides in downtown Westfield. Park for free in the South Avenue Train Station Parking Lot and catch the trolley for a ride to downtown Westfield shopping, dining and entertainment.
11 a. m. 2: 00 p. m. Watson Highlanders Pipe Band Bagpipers and drummers will perform traditional festive music throughout downtown Westfield.
11 a. m. 1: 00 p. m. "Escape" Women's Barbershop Quartet Barbershop harmony group will perform throughout downtown Westfield.
11: 30 a. m. 12: 30 p. m. Yuletide Carolers dressed in “Dickens” attire will stroll through downtown Westfield entertaining shoppers.
7: 00 p. m. The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Ave. 12th Annual Holiday Concert by Schwabischer Sangergund, Inc. GermanAmerican theme with full orchestra, mixed chorus and soloists. Tickets and information 9082324743; $12 donation, $14 at the door.
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Sunday, December 12 – 10: 00 a. m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer Street “An English Christmas” performed by the Festival Choir.
2: 00 p. m. 4: 00 p. m. Musical Performances in downtown stores
6: 00 p. m. Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 1100 Boulevard Children's Christmas Program.
7: 30 p. m. Presbyterian Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Avenue, Sanctuary Candlelight Carol Service with the Chancel Choir, The Chancel Handbell Choir, Soloists, Harp, Viola, & Organ; James A Simms, Conductor.
8: 00 p. m. Church of St. Helen, 1600 Rahway Avenue The Promise of Advent: “A Time of Prayer and Song.”
Wednesday, December 15 – 12 Noon First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer St. Midday Musicale Concert.
Thursday, December 16 – 6: 30 p. m. 8: 30 p. m. Musical Performances in downtown stores.
Saturday, December 18 – 10: 30 a. m. 4: 30 p. m. South Avenue Train Station and Trolley Stops downtown
Free Trolley Rides in downtown Westfield. Park for free in the South Avenue Train Station Parking Lot and catch the trolley for a ride to downtown Westfield for shopping, dining and entertainment.
11: 00 a. m. 2: 00 p. m. Watson Highlanders Pipe Band Bagpipers and drummers will perform traditional festive music throughout downtown Westfield.
11: 30 a. m. 12: 30 p. m. Yuletide Carolers Carolers dressed in “Dickens” attire will stroll through downtown Westfield entertaining shoppers.
1: 00 p. m. 3 p. m. “Escape” Women's Barbershop Quartet Barbershop harmony will entertain shoppers throughout downtown Westfield.
Sunday, December 19 – 11: 00 a. m. Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 1100 Boulevard Special Music
Presentation at Sunday morning worship service.
2: 00 p. m. 4: 00 p. m. Musical Performances in downtown stores.
4: 00 p. m. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 250 Gallows Hill Road Holiday Concert featuring The Metropolitan Greek Choral Tickets: $40. Information: 2338533.
Friday, December 24 – 4: 00 p. m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer St. Spontaneous Children's
Pageant
5: 00 p. m. The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Avenue, Sanctuary Family Service and Pageant.
6: 00 p. m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer Street Christmas Pageant.
7: 30 p. m.; 9: 30 p. m.; and 12 Midnight Church of St. Helen, 1600 Rahway Avenue
Christmas Liturgies Carol Singing 30 minutes before each service.
8: 00 p. m. and 11: 00 p. m. The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Avenue, Sanctuary Candlelight Communion Service with Choir and Organ.
11: 00 p. m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer Street Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols.
Friday, December 31 – 7: 00 p. m. -1 a. m. First Night Westfield An alcoholfree celebration of the arts throughout Westfield. Information: 9085182983.
Sunday, January 2, 20001: 00 p. m. 3 p. m. 4: 00 p. m. The Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity, Westfield Ave & First Street
Festival of Lessons and Carols for Epiphany public welcomed.
Thursday, November 25, 1999 Annual Gift Guide The Westfield Leader / The Times of Scotch PlainsFanwood Page 7
CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK
At This Thanksgiving Season the WESTFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
gratefully acknowledges the many area businesses that support the 1999-2000 Season Concert Series.
May we suggest that you clip this roster to use as a ready reference when you require services and remember to mention the WSO.
ACCOUNTANTS/FINANCIAL SERVICES
Allorto, Fox & Co. ............................ 233-7890
ANTIQUES
Betty Gallagher Antiques .................. 654-4222
APPAREL
Doncaster ........................................... 233-8519 Mademoiselle .................................... 233-0763
ARCHITECTS/DESIGNERS
Maggie Taylor Interiors ..................... 654-6018 Robert Algarin ................................... 232-2225 Vincentsen Assoc .............................. 232-4642 Wallwise Design Center............ 973-533-0626
ART GALLERIES
Galeria West ...................................... 301-9217 Juxtapose Gallery .............................. 232-3278
AUDIO/VIDEO
Stuart's Audio-Video ......................... 232-0483
AUTOMOTIVE
Thomas Lincoln Mercury .................. 232-6500
BANKING
Haven Savings Bank ......................... 518-9800 Fleet Bank ......................................... 654-2400 PNC Advisors .................................... 317-6515 PNC Bank .......................................... 301-0666 Summit Bank ..................................... 654-0100 The Town Bank of Westfield ............ 301-0800
BOOKS
Town Book Store ............................... 233-3535
CAMERAS
Camera 3 ........................................... 654-7620
CARPETING/RUGS
Einstein Moomjy ............................... 755-6800
CHIROPRACTIC
Bonsall Chiropractic & Sports .......... 654-9228
CLEANERS
Flair Cleaners .................................... 232-8944
COMMUNICATION
Kelly Communication ....................... 232-1860
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Downtown Westfield Corp. ............... 789-9444
COOKING/KITCHEN
Classic Thyme ................................... 232-5445
DENTAL SERVICES
Dr. Lawrence Gibson ........................ 789-8811 Westfield Oral Surgery ...................... 233-8088
DRAMA/THEATER
Westfield Comm. Players .................. 232-1221
FLORISTS
Floral Expressions ............................. 233-8200
GIFTS/ACCESSORIES
Beautiful Things ................................ 322-1817 Periwinkle's ....................................... 233-2454 Richard Roberts Ltd. ......................... 322-5535
GLASS ART
St. George's Art Glass Studio ... 732 388-2266
GOVERNMENT
Assemblyman Richard H. Bagger ..... 232-3673 Assemblyman Alan Augustine .......... 665-7777
HEATING/COOLING
Reel-Strong ........................................ 276-0900
HOME MAINT./IMPROVEMENT
Komar Roofing & Siding .................. 232-6383
INSURANCE
Benninger, Tansey & Co. .................. 233-5400
INVESTMENTS
John Azzara Associates ............. 732-738-7552 Peter DeGiralamo ...................... 800-568-3404 Legg Mason Wood Walker, Inc. ........ 232-2686
JEWELRY
Adlers Jewelers ................................. 233-0900 Martin Jewelers ................................. 276-6718 Michael Kohn Jewelers ..................... 233-8811 Tarpley Jewelers ................................ 233-7048
LEGAL
Jennifer L. Brandt, Esq. .................... 272-9393 Lindabury, McCormick & Estabrook 233-6800 Frances Smith, Esq. PC .................... 233-5800 Youghans, Burke & Sahaj ................. 232-2300 Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer ...... 732 636-8000
LIQUOR
Bliwise Wines & Spirits ................... 233-1133
LODGING
Westfield Inn ..................................... 654-5600
MASSAGE
Therapeutic Massage, LLC ............... 317-5123
MEDICAL
Dermatology Asso. of Westfield ....... 232-3006 Endocrine Metabolic Associates ...... 654-3377 Thoracic Cardiovas. Sgry Grp .. 973-759-9000
MUSIC
Altenburg Piano House ............. 800-526-6979 Arbor Chamber Music Society .......... 232-1116 NJ Workshop for the Arts ................. 789-9696
PRINT MEDIA
Classical New Jersey......................... 233-9389 The Westfield Leader ........................ 232-4407
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO
Dave Rossi Photography ................... 232-8300
PRINTING
Copies Now ....................................... 232-1001 Falcon Printing .................................. 232-1991 Print Tech .......................................... 232-2287
REALTORS
Burgdorff Realtors ............................. 233-0065 Coldwell Banker ............................... 233-5555 Prudential Realty ............................... 232-5664 Taylor & Love .................................... 654-6666
RESTAURANTS
Chez Catherine .................................. 522-8846 Ferraro's ............................................. 232-1101 Galata's .............................................. 232-4517 Jolley Trolley ..................................... 232-1207 Kotobuki ............................................ 233-6547 Mojava Grille .................................... 233-7772 Northside Trattoria ............................ 232-7320 Theresa's ............................................ 233-8802 Southside Roman Bistro ................... 233-5334
SENIOR RESIDENCES
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside .. 654-4460 Chelsea at Fanwood .......................... 654-5200
STATIONERS/INVITATIONS
Lancaster, Ltd. ................................... 232-2232
TRANSPORTATION
Galaxy Coach, Inc. ............................ 232-8878
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