This Friday December 6, Homeless Solutions here in Cedar Knolls is holding its 5^th Annual A Night in the Cold, where participants pledge to sleep outside for the night to raise funds and awareness for the homeless and at risk in our community.

Stephanie Cicale, the Chief Development Officer for Homeless Solutions joins Jim Monaghan this morning on Jersey Magazine to talk about the organization and how it serves our community.

This year’s event will be on Friday December 6^th, with people sleeping outside of the Homeless Solutions offices in Cedar Knolls again.

There will also be a gathering there to kick off the evening, where participants and supporters including local dignitaries and sponsors, formerly homeless guests of Homeless Solutions and staff can come together in constructive conversation. Certain parts of the evening will be livestreamed to the participants sleeping in their respective locations.

Funds raised from this event will support Homeless Solutions’ efforts to provide shelter, services, and stability to those without accommodations especially in the cold winter season. Last year we raised over $230,000 with 272 participants! This year’s goal is to raise $260,000.

This event has continued to grow each year as the needs of the unsheltered community in Morris County continue to rise. As of November 1, there were 1,572 unduplicated homeless and housing insecure households seeking services in Morris County – an increase from 1318 households in November 2023.

• WhyHunger's 2024 Hungerthon

  WhyHunger’s Hungerthon is an annual educational and fundraising campaign to tackle the root causes of hunger in America and ensure everyone’s right to nutritious food.

  Now in its 39th year, WhyHunger’s Hungerthon brings together thousands of supporters across the U.S., with artists like Bruce Springsteen and Yoko Ono Lennon who believe in their shared vision of a hunger-free future for all.

  Hunger in America is on the rise. Last year, 47.7 million people – including nearly 14 million children – struggled to get enough to eat. But you can make a lasting difference.

  Hunger ends where justice starts. By donating to WhyHunger’s Hungerthon, you are moving the needle beyond charity to invest in solutions that strike at the root of hunger.

  A hunger-free tomorrow starts today. Take action at Hungerthon.org.

  Donations raised through WhyHunger’s Hungerthon help connect people with nutritious food today and provide funding, training, and other resources to grassroots organizations that are working to end hunger and its root causes across the U.S.

  Visit Hungerthon.org to donate, bid or select a gift item. The celebrity auction is live on Charitybuzz.com/Hungerthon now – Dec 5th, and throughout the campaign you can join online with #Hungerthon.

  If you or someone you know needs help, call the WhyHunger Hotline at 1-800-5-HUNGRY, text your ZIP Code to 1-800-548-6479 or visit WhyHunger.org/FindFood to get connected to free, local food and resources in your community.

• Greetings From the Garden State

  Thanksgiving is such a wonderful holiday.

  There’s all the food, plus friends and family – and sometimes, well, that combination can lead to a little stress.

  So this week on our Greetings From the Garden State segment, host Mike Ham spotlights New Jersey comedienne Monique Latise.

• How To Avoid Getting Scammed This Holiday Season

  A new 2024 AARP Fraud Watch Network report highlights the ways criminals are targeting consumers this holiday season. The report shows four-in-five (82%) U.S. consumers have experienced some type of fraud this year – including gift card scams, counterfeit products, phishing attempts disguised as delivery notifications, and more. The research also shows many consumers are not aware of the types of fraud they may come across when shopping online.

  Kathy Stokes, AARP’s Director of Fraud Prevention Programs, shares tips on how to spot and avoid scams and provide advice on what to do if you’ve already been targeted by fraud. She’ll also has data from the most recent AARP Fraud Watch Network survey gauging consumer awareness of safe shopping practices.

• Rock N Ruff

  WDHA’s Rock N’ Ruff is back with a spectacular young dog! Meet Diesel from RBARI – Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge!

  It’s Terrie Carr with another epic adoptable looking for a forever home! Dials is the perfect example of the amazing dogs waiting in your local shelter groups.

  Diesel Is So Handsome!

  

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  Diesel (the rockstar) is a young Husky mix, that came from an overcrowded shelter to RBARI, to find a new family to love him! Diesel is a year old, VERY friendly, super smart, aims to please, is loyal, and energetic! In typical Husky fashion, he loves to play, figure things out, and bond with his humans. He’s a great dog. Large but not too large.

  Young, but not too young- although a year is still considered a puppy, so training and patience are always key with young dogs, however, Diesel is a very quick learner. He even loved taking a crack at the mic in the WDHA studio! And of course, hanging with our staff! He loves meeting everyone at WDHA and would even like a doggie friend to play with.

   

  How To Adopt Diesel!

  Reach out to our friends at RBARI – they are at 2 Shelter Lane in Oakland New Jersey, 07436

  

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  Or Call RBARI at 201-337-5180 and of course check out their website- https://rbari.org to fill out an application.

  As always I thank you for your support with our “Opt To Adopt” mission! So many animals need our help. Our friends at Associated Humane Societies in Newark especially these days as the shelter is FULL! Please click here to find out how you can help.

  And for more of my pet-related content- check out the WDHA Rock N’ Ruff Roundtable Page

  RNR Roundtable HERE

• Coach Sheets Ride In

  Jeremy Sheetinger is the head baseball coach atGeorgia Gwinnett Colleg where he led the Grizz Gang to the 2021 NAIA National Championship.

  These quick hits may, on the surface, be geared toward his fellow baseball coaches, but his motivational message can easily be applied to the classroom, workplace, and your personal relationships.

  This week, we go back to Thanksgiving Day 2021 where Coach Sheets talked about having an attitude of gratitude during this time of thanksgiving.

  Jeremy Sheetinger | Sheets on X (formerly Twitter): "🚘 HOW 'BOUT THAT RIDE IN? 🚘And sending a very #HappyThanksgiving2021 to each & every one of you!Little twist...Easy today to be grateful for what we DO have. Let's find a way to be grateful for what we DO NOT have.It all led us to right now!⚡️ Positive Vibes Only!#👊 pic.twitter.com/SwS2x8Ktwf / X"

  🚘 HOW 'BOUT THAT RIDE IN? 🚘And sending a very #HappyThanksgiving2021 to each & every one of you!Little twist...Easy today to be grateful for what we DO have.

• Local Look

  Looking for something fun to do in the area? Chris Swendeman has you covered with this week’s Local Look.

  There are always so many fun events happening in our local communities.  Check out what’s in store for this week in New Jersey.

  • Kick off December right with the trip to Jackson Township at Six Flags Great Adventure for their Holiday In the Park extravaganza. You’ll love seeing the millions of lights throughout the magical wonderland as the theme park is transformed to the North Pole for the holiday season. There will be festive treats, holiday lineup entertainment, and so much more.
  • If you’re looking to get into the spirit of the season, then New Brunswick is the place to be for their winter wonderland running now through Christmas Eve. There will be multiple activities celebrating the holidays with plenty of festivities for everyone. Visit New Brunswick.com for details, times, and costs.
  • And get those photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus early this year as they will be taking photos at Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff. It’s all set in a charming farm style backdrop. Kids can write letters to Santa on site or bring one to drop off in their mailbox that’s headed straight to the North Pole. The event runs next Saturday, December 7th from 9 a.m. to 1230. Tickets for all entry is just $5. Visit abmasfarm.com for further details.

   

  And that’s your Local Look for this week on The Jersey Magazine.  If you’d like your event to be featured on The Local Look, you can email us at JerseyMagazine@wdhafm.com.  See you next week on 105.5 WDHA.

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