SPARTA - On Aug. 16, the Sparta Ecumenical Council and the First Presbyterian Church are asking the community to help children in need through out the county with their educational supplies for the new school year. To donate supplies, go to the office at the First Presbyterian Church, 32 Main Street or by writing a check to the First Presbyterian Church marked for “Educational Supplies.” Items needed: pens, pencils, crayons, erasers, paper, files, folders, binders, construction paper, pencil cases, pencil sharpeners, rulers, note pads, back packs, high lighters and more, Any family in need of this type of assistance or for more information, call Margaret at 973-729-6197.