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October 20th              Famous People

​🎂 Prominent Figures Born on October 20
  • Snoop Dogg (Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr.) – Iconic American rapper, singer, actor, and producer (born 1971) 
  • Kamala Harris – 49th Vice President of the United States, first female, African-American, and Asian-American to hold the office (born 1964)
  • John Krasinski – American actor and director, known for The Office and multiple acclaimed films (born 1979) 
  • Viggo Mortensen – Danish-American actor famed for The Lord of the Rings trilogy (born 1958) 
  • Tom Petty – Influential rock musician, singer-songwriter, frontman of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers (born 1950; passed 2017) 
  • Mickey Mantle – Legendary MLB Hall-of-Fame center fielder for the New York Yankees (born 1931; passed 1995) 
  • Danny Boyle – British film director and screenwriter behind Trainspotting and Slumdog 
  • YoungBoy Never Broke Again – Popular American rapper, singer, and songwriter (born 1999) 
Other Notable Birthdays
  • Jerry Orbach – American actor/singer, renowned for Law & Order (born 1935; passed 2004) 
  • Béla Lugosi – Hungarian-American actor famed for portraying Dracula (born 1882; passed 1956) 
Rock and roll has always had a rebellious spirit, and staying young—whether physically, mentally, or emotionally—is a recurring theme. Here are some iconic rock and roll songs that mention or celebrate staying young:

🎸 Classic Rock Songs About Staying Young
  1. "Forever Young" – Bob Dylan / Rod Stewart
    • Dylan’s version is poetic and reflective, while Stewart’s is more anthemic. Both celebrate youth and the wish to preserve it.
  2. "Young at Heart" – Frank Sinatra (covered by many rock artists)
    • Though originally a pop standard, it’s been embraced by rockers for its timeless message.
  3. "My Generation" – The Who
    • A defiant anthem of youth, famously declaring “I hope I die before I get old.”
  4. "Born to Run" – Bruce Springsteen
    • Captures the urgency and passion of youth, with themes of escape and freedom.
  5. "Youth Gone Wild" – Skid Row
    • A glam metal anthem that celebrates rebellious youth.
  6. "Rock and Roll Never Forgets" – Bob Seger
    • A nostalgic look at aging rockers who still feel young when the music plays.
  7. "Young Americans" – David Bowie
    • A soulful, ironic take on the American youth experience.
  8. "We’re Not Gonna Take It" – Twisted Sister
    • A youth rebellion anthem that’s become iconic.
  9. "I Wanna Be Forever Young" – Alphaville (covered by many rock bands)
    • Synth-pop originally, but covered by rock artists for its timeless message.
  10. "18 and Life" – Skid Row
    • A darker take on youth and consequences, but still centered on the theme of being young.

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About October 20, 1955
Born in Hackensack Hospital
Day of the Week: Thursday
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
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​My children's book publishing partnership with my oldest son Matt


First book in the Adventures of Skel and his crew  Kindle version released January 8, 2026,

paperback January 9-10

Second book Skel's have hearts in development due end of January on Amazon​

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​Skel's Holiday Adventure Paperback – Large Print, January 9, 2026
by Matthew Fugazzie (Author), John R. Fugazzie (Author)
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​Skel's Holiday Adventure Kindle Edition
by Matthew Fugazzie (Author), John Fugazzie (Author)  Format: Kindle Edition
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Skel loves Halloween, but now he wants to celebrate every holiday!

Skel is a happy skeleton who can’t wait to celebrate Halloween each year. But he dreams of getting to take part in the festivities for every holiday. Christmas, Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, and the Fourth of July—there’s so much fun to be had! Skel has a plan for the Skeleton Crew to join in on the celebrations together.

Skel and the Skeleton Crew enjoy spreading messages of positivity and good values. Children can laugh and read along with their adventures while learning important messages for growing up. Bring home Skel’s Holiday Adventure and let your kids get a jump start on reaching for the stars!

This book is ideal for young kids between ages 4 and 8. It will draw them in with the fun characters and teach them about friendship, kindness, respect, inclusiveness, and positivity. 
Skel's Holiday Adventure makes the perfect gift for birthdays and special occasions.

Skel and the Skeleton Crew are waiting for you to join them on their next big adventure!
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Lily's Big Sister Surprise Paperback
Large Print, July 7, 2025
by John R. Fugazzie (Author), Matthew Fugazzie (Contributor)

A Big Surprise Brings Even Bigger Joy!
Lily is a young girl whose life is already full of love and adventure. But one sunny morning, everything changes with Mommy and Daddy’s special announcement: Lily is going to be a big sister!

​Follow Lily as she prepares for her important new role. With help from her loving family, Lily discovers that being a big sister isn’t just about sharing toys—it’s about sharing your heart.

A tender, charming story about the joy that a new sibling can bring. It’s perfect for growing families ready to celebrate a new arrival!


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Dominick's Italian Restaurant and Bar -  1 Hoboken Road East Rutherford NJ


​We Skels love Lily's Pies and wash them down with drinks at Dominick's

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​The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries - developed and developing - ​in a global partnership. They recognize that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests

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All the brand, name, graphics, images, logos, web site support and related materials are the intellectual property of John R. Fugazzie and can be licensed by partners under a written agreement..
John R. Fugazzie is the developer of presentations, courses, and workshops associated with the following intellectual properties:
helping-Brands, Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA, Ask Professor John, helping-Women, helping-Veterans, and helping-Latinos.
All brand names, graphics, images, logos, website content, and related materials are the exclusive intellectual property of John R. Fugazzie. These assets may be licensed to partners through a formal written agreement.
NhNUSA Legal Statement and current structural status

Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA is a social franchise founded by John R. Fugazzie on January 27, 2011 in the River Edge NJ Public Library. The organization operated from May 24, 2012-December 24, 2017 as a 501 (c)(3) New Jersey nonprofit. The organization now continues its amazing growth helping people and the continued expansion under the leadership of its founder John R. Fugazzie.​

Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA (helping-Brands)  is the intellectual property of John R. Fugazzie who is the sole owner of the brand, name, images, logos, social media groups, web sites, and all current and future related materials. John R. Fugazzie maintains all rights to the use and distribution of these materials and any duplication and use without the written permission or license is prohibited Copyright 2011-2026.


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