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Westfield DPW Releases Leaf Collection Dates WESTFIELD – The changing color of the leaves and the chill in the air reminds us that leaves will soon begin to fall and the Westfield Department of Public Works (DPW) is busy mak- ing preparations for the town’s annual leaf collection program. With coop- eration from all residents, and Mother Nature, the town can continue to pro- vide efficient and timely service. Collection will begin simulta- neously on the north and south sides on Monday, November 8, and con- tinue through Friday, December 10, or longer, based on need as deter- mined by the DPW. During this timeframe, two full passes of the town will be made, with additional passes if necessary. No leaves will be permitted in the streets until Monday, November 1. Residents must have all leaves out for final pick up before Wednesday, December 1. Residents can help by placing leaves in narrow rows along the street, and leaving space for drainage along the gutter. Do not pile leaves on or near drainage inlets, which can lead to local flooding. Tree branches and other de- bris will not be picked up. Residents are urged to not park vehicles on the street during collection days. Vehicles should never be parked on top of leaf piles as the hot exhaust systems can ignite the leaves and cause fires. Leaves will not be picked up if cars are in the way. In order to further maximize service, the town offers residents two other leaf disposal options: On demand pick-up and the conservation center. Residents will be allowed to place their leaves in bags at the curb for on- demand pick-up. Starting this year, leaves must be placed in paper bags which can be obtained free of charge starting on October 14 at the Town Conservation Center. The Conservation Center, located on Lambert Mill Road, will be open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. for any resident who wants to dispose of their leaves, loose, or in the above mentioned bags. The Conservation Center will be closed on holidays including Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christ- mas Day and New Year’s Eve. Additional information can be obtained on Channel 36, www.westfieldnj.net, or by calling the leaf hotline at (908) 789-4120. A WORTHWHILE DISCOVERY…Three Westfield High School freshmen discovered that writing skills and knowledge of history was a winning combina- tion in the Westfield UNICO Columbus Day essay contest. Essays were required to include accomplishments of famous Italians. Contest winners Katie Goellner wrote about Leonardo DaVinci; Annie O’Neill’s essay featured Giovanni da Verrazano and Rebecca Reyman researched the contributions of electric battery inventor Alessandro Volta. The winners, Rebecca, Katie and Annie, received a $100 savings bond from Robert Tarte, Chairman of the UNICO contest and Angelo Bonnano, District Governor of UNICO (far right). Board of Education President Anne Riegel attended the UNICO dinner and thanked the organization for sponsoring the contest and congratulated the winning students. Women’s Leadership Group Sets Networking Breakfast COUNTY – The United Way of Greater Union County’s Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) will hold its 2004 Fall Networking Breakfast on Thursday, October 28, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Galloping Hill Inn in Union. The event, sponsored by Enterprise Rent-A-Car, will feature keynote speaker Jill Patton. A financial con- sultant with AXA Advisors, she will discuss “Smart Women Finish Rich.” Tickets are $30 each. Proceeds will benefit the United Way’s Community Fund that supports more than 100 local programs for children and youth, senior citizens, people with disabili- ties, and families in crisis. Attendees will receive a FinishRich Workbook that includes tips on how to organize one’s finances at home, and to put money values, dreams and goals down on paper. The WLI brings together women from local businesses, government, education, healthcare and other orga- nizations to benefit the community. For tickets to the breakfast, please call Lorraine Wojtowicz at (908) 353- 7171, extension no. 117. Antique Appraisals Slated At YM-YWHA Facility COUNTY – For the third year in a row, theYM-YWHA of Union County in Union will present a special “Road- side Antique Show” on Tuesday, No- vember 2, at 6 p.m. Each person is invited to bring two items for discussion and appraisal. The cost is $6 per person ($4 for Y members). David Pownall Willis, an antique dealer, appraiser, lecturer and consultant, will be on hand to exam- ine the items. For more than a decade, Mr. Willis was the decorative arts dealer for the Newark Museum. He also has been an instructor in the area and has owned his own store in Plainfield for over 17 years. He is a member of the Associ- ated Antiques Dealers of New Jersey and an associate member of Southby’s. The show is open to the commu- nity. Advance registration by tele- phone is encouraged, as seating is limited. Suggested items to bring in- clude family heirlooms, old pottery, silver, photos, glass, brass and col- lectibles. Soda and snacks will be available. To reserve, please call Susan Silberner or the Y office at (908) 289-8112. Checks may be mailed to: YM- YWHA of Union County/Antique Show, 501 Green Lane, Union 07083. www.goleader.com