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Former athletic director arrested, charged with theft By Andrew Martins Managing Editor
A three-month investigation into the financial records of the Hillsborough High School Athletic Department led to the arrest of its former director, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office officials announced earlier this week. Michael Fanizzi, 53, was taken into custody without incident at his Conover Way home Friday, March 16 and charged with thirddegree theft by unlawful taking for allegedly pocketing more than $10,000 in cash from four years of sporting event ticket sales. He was released pending a court ap-
pearance. Officials said the investigation began last December when both the Hillsborough Township Police Department and an anonymous individual notified the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Special Investigations Unit that a possible theft of funds had taken place within the high school’s athletic department. At the time, Powell said the investigation was initiated at the request of Superintendent Dr. Jorden Schiff’s office. The prosecutor’s office alleges that Fanizzi received checks from the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA)
as reimbursement for services rendered during high school athletic events between 2013 and 2017. During that time, it was expected that the checks would be deposited into the board of education’s account. What the investigation revealed, according to detectives, is that Fanizzi deposited the NJSIAA checks into the athletic department’s bank account instead of the cash ticket sales. He would then keep some of the collected proceeds. As a result, detectives said there was $10,700 of cash missing from the athletic department. Fanizzi was hired to replace
Rocky Forte, who retired after 26 years at HHS, back in 2003. Prior to joining as the high school’s athletic director, he was the athletic director at Belvidere High School. Rumblings of Fanizzi’s alleged involvement in the missing funds dates back to last November, when he was quietly placed on administrative leave by the Hillsborough Township Board of Education. Just over a month later, officials approved a temporary measure to appoint Michael Davis, the district’s supervisor of health and physical education, to serve as the high school’s athletic director. Officials at the school district declined to comment.
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Citizens group appeals ethics board decisions By Andrew Martins Managing Editor
Months after the Hillsborough Township Ethical Standards Board cleared then Committeewoman Gloria McCauley and Business Administrator Anthony Ferrera of any wrongdoing after a citizens group accused them of a quid pro quo, those same citizens have filed an appeal with the state. Roger E. Koch and a group called Citizens for Hillsborough formally filed appeals with the local finance board of the state Department of Community Affairs’ Local Government Services Division last month. The appeals correspond with real estate transactions between McCauley and Ferrera, as well as another transaction between McCauley, who became mayor in January 2018, and Township Clerk Pamela Borek. In both cases, the appeals state Ferrera and Borek chose McCauley to list the sale of their respective homes “on or around August 2017.” The complaints and appeals both allege that the business administrator and township clerk did so after the township committee, including McCauley as mayor, voted to approve their salary increases. According to the complaint, those actions violated aspects of N.J.S.A. 40A:9-22.5, which states that “no local government officer or employee or member of his immediate family shall have an interest in a business organization or engage in business transaction, or professional activity, which is in substantial conflict with the proper discharge of his duties in the public interest.” In a joint statement from McCauley, Ferrera and Borek, the township officials called the initial complaints a “partisan strategy to influence voters” prior to the November 2017 election. “There were no listing agree-
ments or discussions pertaining thereto between the parties prior to adoption of the salary resolution,” they said. “To infer one event was contingent upon the other without any evidence whatsoever to support such an allegation is nothing more than disingenuous partisan politics.” All three officials attested that the salary increases unanimously approved by the township committee last year took place prior to the separate listing of Borek’s and Ferrera’s homes. “The fact of the matter is each year the township evaluates and adjusts the annual salaries of employees as appropriate,” they said. “The evaluation process includes analysis of the annual salaries being paid to local government employees in other municipalities based on job title and responsibilities. The township followed this same procedure for 2017 culminating in the adoption of a resolution establishing the annual salaries and wages of 34 of its municipal employees.” Koch also contends that the ethics board itself faced conflicts of interest when it made its determinations last December. In both cases, their “admitted personal relationships with the members of the township committee, the accompanying natural sympathy favoring committee member McCauley, and the natural inclination not to offend the personal relationships with the township committee” should have disqualified them from making a determination. The ethics board’s conflicts, Koch wrote in the appeal, stem largely from the fact that each member is appointed by the governing body. In the case of the McCauley and Borek complaint, Koch wrote in the appeal that the board denied the citizens group the chance to withdraw its complaint in advance on the Dec. 23, 2017 hearing.
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Giving back The Hillsborough UNICO recently donated non-perishible food items to the township’s food bank. Members Bob Wagner, Nathan Santaromita and Anthony Ferrera (pictured from left) were on hand to deliver the local Italian-American service organization’s donation at their recent meeting.
Volunteers recognized for environmental work By Andrew Martins Managing Editor
A non-profit organization aimed at supporting and preserving the approximately 470-squaremile Raritan River headwaters region recently gave recognition to a group of volunteers hailing throughout Somerset County for their stewardship of the area. During the Raritan Headwaters Association’s Feb. 22 meeting, Ray Croot, of Hillsborough; Su-
zette “Suki” Dewey, of Tweksbury Township; Brian Lynch, of Mine Hill; Robert Falcone, of Long Valley; Shana Goodchild and Roberta Brassard, both of Tweksbury Township; and the Jacobs Family, of Bedminster Township, were honored for their work. “We truly could not do the great work we’re accomplishing without the help of our dedicated volunteers,” RHA Executive Director Cindy Ehrenclou said.
“We’re so grateful to each one of them and thank them from the bottom of our hearts.” According to officials, the Bedminster-based Raritan Headwaters Association has been working since 1959 to “protect, preserve and improve water quality and other natural resources of the Raritan River headwaters region through efforts in science, education, advocacy, land preservation and stewardship.”
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During the ceremony, RHA officials said each honoree contributed to the environmental impact of the Raritan River headwaters in a significant way. Croot, the first Suky Dewey Award recipient, was described by officials as an “all-star volunteer.” As a citizen scientist, he tests nearly half a dozen sites throughout the year, participates in the annual stream cleanup, improved habitats
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CALENDAR Library card art contest Mon. March 5 to Sat. March 24 - Calling all artists! Enter the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Library Card Design contest to have your art featured on a special, limited edition library card. The competition will launch on March 5 with entries accepted until March 24. The winning artwork will be featured on limited edition Library cards, which will be available Summer 2018 while supplies last. The design must incorporate books and/or reading and consist of original artwork. There will be two categories: Children (birth-12) and Teen/Adult (13-adult). There will be one winner chosen from each category. All eligible entries will be posted on SCLSNJ’s Facebook page, facebook. com/SCLSNJ, for online voting from April 9-22. You may also vote in person, call your local branch, or email your name and vote to designcontest@sclibnj.org.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Sat. March 24 – The Hillsborough Township Volunteer Fire Company #3
and Auxiliary are holding their annual pancake breakfast, featuring the Easter Bunny at 324 Woods Rd, Hillsborough. Bring your cameras to take pictures with the Easter Bunny! The first Seating will be at 8:15 a.m., with doors set to open at 8 a.m. The second seating will be at 10:45 a.m., with doors opening at 10:30 a.m. The breakfast buffet includes pancakes, french toast, scrambled eggs, sausage, ham, yogurt, fruit, assorted beverages and more. For reservations or questions, email Genene Rozycki at nenerie22@aol. com with “Easter Bunny Breakfast” in the subject line, or call 908-829-4447. Include your name, phone number, preferred seating, and number of tickets requested. Tickets are $12 per person. Children under 2 years old attend for free if they sit on an adult’s lap. When ordering, please provide a break down by the number of kids under 2, how many kids and how many adults. Payment is due once you receive an email confirming your reservation. Mail your payment to: HTVFC #3 C/O Rozycki, 30 Joshua Drive, Hillsborough, NJ 08844. Make checks payable to: HTVFC #3 Auxiliary. No refunds and no strollers, please.
Clover Hill Reformed Church Sun. March 25 - The Clover Hill Reformed Church Worship and Sunday School will be at 10 a.m., on Palm Sunday, March 25. Our sermon will be based upon Psalm 118:12, 19-29 and Mark 11:1-11.
The Clover Hill Reformed Church Holy Week Service Schedule: • Maundy Thursday, March 29, at 7:30 p.m. – We will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper during worship. Our sermon will be based upon Exodus 12:110, 11-14 and John 13:1-17, 31b-35. • Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, April 1, at 6:30 p.m. to be held outside behind the church building. Scripture for service will be Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 and Mark 16:1-8. • Easter Sunday, April 1, 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. worship services. Our sermons will be based upon Isaiah 25:6-9 and Acts 10:34-43. The Clover Hill Reformed Church is located at 890 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, in the historic village of Clover Hill. Since 1834 we have been providing worship, education, fellowship and mission opportunities for individuals and families in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. For more information, call 908-369-8451 or visit our website at www.cloverhillchurch.org.
College night Wed. March 28 - Local author Susan Alaimo will host “College Night” at the Hillsborough Library on Wednesday, March 28 at 7 p.m. to share information from her latest book, College Planning Strategies for New Jersey Students. Alaimo is the founder and director of SAT Smart, which has prepared local students for the PSAT, SAT and ACT exams for the past 25 years and also offers private tutoring for all high school subjects as well as college application servic-
es. In the book, she shares information that is particularly relevant to New Jersey high school students, such as the availability of local scholarships, cost effective college programs, and the colleges/universities that are most popular with New Jersey students. The upcoming presentation is free, but advanced registration is required. Call 908-369-5362 to reserve seating.
Rotary Club Easter egg hunt Sat. March 31 - The Annual Rotary Club of Hillsborough Easter Egg Hunt, a Hillsborough tradition for the past 17 years, will be held this year on Saturday, March 31, beginning at 11 a.m. at the Youth Football Complex on Triangle Road (between Auten and South Triangle Roads). The event activities and snacks are free to Hillsborough families. The Easter Bunny will again be on hand to meet children and pose for pictures. Two face-painters will be available to decorate children’s faces. And everyone is welcome to enjoy free hot dogs and hot chocolate. New this year, from 11 – 11:30 a.m., is a dedicated egg hunt area for one and two-year olds assisted by a parent. Older children will be organized into three age groups with specific starting times to allow parents with children of multiple ages to supervise and photograph each child’s hunt. Three and four-year olds will start off at 11 a.m., followed by five and six-year olds at 11:15 a.m., and concluding with seven and eight-year olds at 11:30 a.m. Parents are advised to arrive at least 30
minutes early to allow time Raritan Borough in Somfor parking at the complex. erset County and Hampton Borough in Hunterdon Historical society County. To sign up, go to raritanheadwaters.org/ hosts talk streamcleanup to view an Sun. April 8 - The Som- interactive map of cleanup erset County Historical sites, then click the registraSociety is pleased to an- tion link to reserve a place nounce the second in a se- at your preferred site. ries of talks: Early Life in Groups of more than 15 the Village of Blawenburg people should contact Anand Blawenburg Reformed gela Gorczyca, water qualChurch by Dr. David Cohen ity manager for Raritan Sunday, April 8 at the so- Headwaters, directly at agociety’s headquarters, 9 Van rczyca@raritanheadwaters. Veghten Drive, Bridgewa- org or 908-234-1852 ext. ter. 315 to make arrangements. The Village of BlawenIndividuals and groups burg and the Blawenburg who register by March 1, Reformed Church, part of will be guaranteed a free Montgomery Township in custom-designed t-shirt for southern Somerset County, each person; those who regare on the National and New ister by March 26 will be Jersey Registers of Historic guaranteed stream cleanup Places. In his presentation, supplies like gloves and Dr. David Cochran will trash bags. Individuals and share interesting facts about groups can still register afthe village and church re- ter March 26, but they may vealing what life was like in have to provide their own nineteenth and early twenti- cleanup supplies. eth century. The stream cleanup will Doors at the Van Veght- be held on April 14 from 9 en House will open at 1:30 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. p.m. Light refreshments will be available. As space 4-H is limited, RSVP by calling Science-sational 732-425-2751 or sending an email to PR@somersethis- Day torynj.org. Sat. April 14 - Somerset
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Sat. April 14 - Want to help make streams in your community cleaner and healthier? Join Raritan Headwaters, the region’s watershed watchdog, for its 28th annual Stream Cleanup on Saturday, April 14, at dozens of sites in Hunterdon, Somerset and Morris counties. Online registration is now open for the Stream Cleanup, which will include about 50 sites. Two new sites were added this year:
County 4-H will open itself up to kids in grades 1-5 for its annual 4-H Sciencesational Day on Saturday, April 14. This fun-filled event will take place at the Ted Blum 4-H Center located at 310 Milltown Rd., in Bridgewater, from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Science-sational Day is open to 4-H members, as well as non-members. The cost is $25 per child. Parents can attend for free. For more information, including how to register go
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Feeling off? Go for a walk and feel better! There’s no “magic potion” to cure everything that ails us, but a nonprofit health group is touting the next best thing: walking. Walk with a Doc, whose mission is to encourage physical activity and reverse the effects of sedentary lifestyles, says walking is the most effective way to improve the health of people of all ages. Walking is low-impact and easy on the joints. It can be done anywhere. And, according to the American Heart Association, walking has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity. Once people start walking, they’re hooked! Walk with a Doc’s website lists 100 great reasons to lace up your sneakers and get moving. Here are some highlights: Blood pressure - Regular exercise makes your heart stronger, and a stronger heart pumps more blood with less effort. When your heart works less, the force on your arteries decreases, lowering blood pressure. “Becoming more active can lower your systolic blood pressure — the top number in a blood pressure reading — by an average of 4 to 9 millimeters of mercury. That’s as good as some blood pressure medications,” wrote the Mayo Clinic. Stress – Stress causes deterioration of the brain - especially the hippocampus, which controls memory. That’s why people become forgetful when stressed. Exercise elevates the brain’s production of hormones that help with improved cognitive function, mood and learning. In addition to reducing stress, walking can make you smarter! Cholesterol – Studies show a relationship between exercise and reducing the so-called “bad” cholesterol, known as LDL. Exercise stimulates enzymes that help move LDL
from the blood and blood-vessel walls to the liver. From there, cholesterol is excreted. The more you exercise, the more LDL your body expels. Weight control – Unfair as it seems, metabolism varies from individual to individual. A lucky few inherit a speedy metabolism. Men tend to burn more calories than women, even when they’re not moving. And metabolism slows steadily after age 40. You can’t control your age, gender or genetics, but a brisk walk will speed up your metabolism. Joints – Walking helps maintain cartilage health, and building stronger muscles means less pressure on joints. Heart health – The heart is a muscle, and exercise makes it stronger and increases its efficiency. Walking can also lower heart rate and reduce the incidence of heart attacks. The average heart beats 80 times a minute – that’s 115,200 times in a day! – but those who exercise regularly tend to have lower heart rates. Digestion – Walking stimulates digestion. And because exercise can accelerate breathing and heart rate, it helps with the natural contraction of intestinal muscles. Backaches – Walking strengthens the muscles in your feet, legs, hips, and torso, increases the stability of your spine, and conditions the muscles that keep your body in the upright position. Walking improves circulation, nourishing the soft tissue in the spinal structure and removing toxins. It also improves flexibility and posture, allowing a greater range of motion. Diabetes – Type 2 diabetes, also known as adult onset diabetes, is linked to behavioral and lifestyle factors, including excess weight, lack of exercise and smoking. Not only can walking help with weight loss, but studies found
that the adrenaline rush and stress relief from exercising reduces cigarette cravings. Increased life expectancy - The World Health Organization recommends 2.5 to 5 hours of brisk walking per week, or less time with more vigorous activities. Studies found that people who get the full recommended amount of exercise have an average 3.4-year gain in life expectancy. Even those who got only half as much exercise lived an average of 1.8 years longer. For the full list of 100 reasons to walk – each of which links to an article or study – go to http://walkwithadoc.org/ why-wa lk/. Walk with a Doc organizes public walks led by local physicians. While walking, you’ll get your medical questions answered by doctors. For a nationwide listing of doctor-led walks, go to http://walkwithadoc.org/our-lo cations/ walk-directory/. But if there are no doctor-led walks nearby, go with friends, an organized group or by yourself. The important thing is to get started and keep it up! And to amplify the positive health impacts, walk outside in nature. Any exercise is good, but studies show that walking in a natural setting provides the biggest boosts to mental and physical health. Get outside and walk today! And to learn about preserving New Jersey’s land and natural resources – including great places to walk – visit the New Jersey Conservation Foundation website at www.njconservation.org or contact me at info@njconservation.org. Michele S. Byers is executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation in Morristown.
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Five strategies to save thousands on college When talking about college debt, the statistics are never encouraging. In fact, the story gets sadder each year. The average recent college graduate has amassed a debt exceeding $35,000 and joins the ranks of 44 million borrowers who collectively owe $1.3 trillion in education debt. The key is to avoid being a part of this grim statistic by considering some highly effective strategies. • When choosing potential colleges, high school students should consider a wide range of schools. Students will find that if they apply to a college that is a tier below the level of school to which they could likely get accepted, the scholarship money will almost certainly be much greater. Students planning to major in business, for example, often seek to gain acceptance to NYU’s Stern School of Business where the cost hovers around $70,000 a year for tuition, fees, room and board. These same students could reasonably expect to be welcomed at St. John’s University in New York, St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, and a host of other institutions with impressive business schools, substantially lower costs of attendance, and generous merit money (to attract strong students) which does not get paid back. • Once a student has received acceptances from several colleges, compare the scholarship offers. If the student’s first choice college offered less scholarship money than another, parents should call the preferred college, share the competing offer, and ask if they can match it. Also, ask if there are any other scholarships at the college for which the student would be eligible. Colleges are ranked on their yield – the percent of accepted students who actually enroll – and they are often very willing to do what they can so an accepted student will say “yes” to their offer of admission. • Be proactive in seeking outside scholarship money.
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As fans of “Shark Tank” know, there’s a highly effective app called “Scholly” that identifies potential scholarships that are both appropriate and available to college-bound students. Students go to www.myscholly.com or the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to download the application for “Scholly Scholarship Search.” They are asked to answer a question in each of eight categories and, within minutes, provided with a current list of available scholarships that are likely an ideal match. Students should also visit their Guidance Office where applications for local scholarships are available. They will likely offer scholarships in smaller amounts than those of national organizations, however the competition is much less intense. • File a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and answer “yes” to the question on whether the student would like to be approved for Work Study. It’s always wise to be eligible for work-related opportunities on campus, particularly if a job comes along to do research for a
college professor or partake in some other academic endeavor. Work study is also a great way for students to earn spending money as the last thing they should do is accumulate credit card debit to add to any college debt. • Encourage students to raise their GPA and SAT scores. At almost every college, the amount of scholarship money a student is awarded is based somewhat on high school grades, and to a greater extent on SAT scores. By carefully preparing for the SAT, and taking it several times in order to get the best possible score, students can maximize their merit award. This is frequently the easiest and most productive way for students to minimize their student debt.
Susan Alaimo is the founder and director of SAT Smart in Hillsborough that has been offering PSAT, SAT, and ACT preparation courses, as well as private tutoring by Ivy League educated instructors, for more than 25 years. Visit www.SATsmart.com or call 908-369-5362.
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Volunteers Continued from Page 1A at RHA nature preserves, served as a social media ambassador and helped with a host of other tasks. “When we need help, he comes running,” RHA Volunteer Coordinator Trish McGuire said. “He’s here at the drop of a dime.” Croot is also a certified “River Friendly” resident and has installed a model rain garden in his town. As a volunteer and RHA Board of Trustees member since 2000, Dewey was honored by having the aforementioned Suky Dewey Award named after her. “The world needs more people like Suki,” Ehrenclou said. He later described Dewey as a passionate environmentalist who believes deeply in the possibility of a greener planet. “She rolls up her sleeves and digs in, we’ve been so lucky to have her.” Lynch is a volunteer who regularly monitors two stream sites while also serving as a site coordinator for the organization’s annual stream cleanups. He was also recognized for alerting the RHA that a company had been violating its water quality permits. Falcone is a long-time site coordinator for the stream cleanup, leading his scout group. “Robert puts his whole heart into trying to find the right site so his scouts have a fulfilling experience,” said Angela Gorczyca, RHA’s water quality manager. All six members of the Jacobs family, parents Mimi and Lawrence and children Jenna, Lia, Matthew and Thomas, were recognized during the event for their work with RHA. Officials said the family regularly
volunteers at the Country Fair, bluebird monitoring and Nature Day Camp, as well as individual Girl Scout and Eagle Scout projects. “They’re a great family and we’ve been so lucky to have them as part of our watershed community,” said Lauren Theis, RHA’s education director. Goodchild, Tewksbury Township’s Land Use Administrator, and Brassard, the Tewksbury Township Municipal Clerk, were recognized by the organization for their work in manaing the community test well program every fall. Mara Tippett, RHA’s well test manager, said the family regularly went “above and beyond” their regular duties to help expand the well test program and improve public health. Goodchild is a resident of Bethlehem, Pa., while Brassard lives in Washington Township. Along with the individual honorees, RHA honored Morgan Stanley as its corporate volunteer of the year, with volunteer coordinator Arun GunduRao singled out for his role in recruiting his co-workers. Over the course of three days last June, Morgan Stanley brought over 80 volunteers to help out with a variety of projects at RHA’s Fairview Farm Wildlife Preserve in Bedminster and Fox Hill Preserve in Tewksbury. “When Morgan Stanley comes, we really get our money’s worth,” RHA Land Projects Manager George Schaberg joked.
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County 4-H Youth Development Program. to 4histops.org, under Open For additional informato the Public. Registration is tion about the carnival or due March 23. joining 4-H visit 4histops. 4-H Association org, e-mail somersetcounty4h@co.somerset.nj.us or Spring Carnival call 908-526-6644. Sat. April 21 - The Somerset County 4-H Associa- Run Around the tion is pleased to invite the Park 5K public to its 3rd Annual Sun. April 22 - The fifth Spring Carnival, which will annual Run Around the Park take place on April 21 from 5K, hosted by the Hills10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Ted borough Parks and RecreBlum 4-H Center at 310 ation Department, will take Milltown Road, Bridgewaplace on Sunday, April 22 ter. at 9 a.m. at Ann Van MidAdmission for the carnival is $12 per participant, dlesworth Park. The non-competitive, which is all-inclusive for games, activities, crafts, and recreational run is held on trails and through fields prizes. Adults are free. There will be over 40 of Ann Van Middlesworth booths with fun activities Park and is for the whole for the children such as ro- family. The event represents botic spin art, beanbag toss- a fun way to enjoy Hillsboring, fishing, face painting, ough’s parks and participate magic, as well as a petting in an active lifestyle. After the run, all particizoo. There will also be food for sale such as hot dogs, pants enter the Finish Line walking tacos, cotton candy, Festival, with music, food, bubble tea and popcorn. All and even more fun. Runners and walkers proceeds will go towards supporting the Somerset of all ages and abilities are
welcome to participate. Registration and more information are available now for the Run Around the Park at hillsboroughnjrecreation. org.
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Neshanic Garden Club luncheon Continuing and auction events Thurs. April 26 - The Neshanic Garden Club will be hosting a spring luncheon and basket auction, along with door prizes, on Thursday, April 26 at 12 p.m. The event will be held at Neshanic Valley Golf Club, 2301 South Branch Road, Neshanic Station. Our special guest, Bruce Crawford, director of the Rutgers Gardens will speak on “Container Gardening: Terra Cotta and Beyond.” Tickets are available for a $35 donation by contacting Barbara Zielsdorff at either 908-3591750 or BZielsdorff@ gmail.com. Deadline to purchase tickets is April 10. For further information about club meetings, please
In compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law of the State of New Jersey adopted January 14, 1976, as amended and supplemented, notice is hereby given that I/We: Upendra & Ashwini BELHE applied to the HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT for an approval to permit the conditions outlined below:
Democrats are looking for candidates The Hillsborough Democrats are seeking potential candidates to run for the two Hillsborough Township Committee member seats open in the general election this November. Any interested Democrat should submit a letter of interest and a resume to John Beggiato at 62 Peterson Road, Hillsborough NJ 08844 by Monday, March 26. Applications will be reviewed immediately. Direct questions to chair@borodems.org or call Beggiato at 908-5055150. Becoming a Literacy Volunteer Tutor
Legal Notice Please take notice In compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law of The State of New Jersey adopted January 14, 1976, as amended and supplemented, notice is hereby given that I, John A. Armenti applied to the HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT for an approval to permit the coditions outlined below: 'C' Bulk Variance(s) Requesting Bulk C Variance for extending garage 4ft. Setback ordinance is 25ft, existing setback is grandfathered to 17ft. New setback will be 13ft or 24% more over existing setback. Total of 48% over the 25ft. ordinance setback.
I/We hereby propose to construct a sunroom addition on property located at 12 McCarles Drive, Hillsborough, NJ 08844, known as Block 205.27 Lot 12 on the Hillsborough Township Tax Maps, owned by Upendra & Ashwini BELHE.
I hereby propose to enalrge existing garage on property located at 16 Crestwood Avenue, known as Block 156 Lot(s) 25 on the Hillsborough Township Tax Maps, owned by John A. Armenti.
Any person or persons affected by said project will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on the application scheduled for April 4, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey. The application is on file and available for public inspection within the Planning Office of the Municipal Complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey, during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Any person or persons affected by said project will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on the application scheduled for April 4th, 2018, at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey. The application is on file and available for public inspection within the Planning Office of the Municipal Complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey, during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Name of Applicant John A. Armenti
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LEGAL NOTICE HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP PLANNING BOARD APPLICATION 18-PB-01-MSP Notice is hereby given that Apex Land Associates LLC (the “Applicant”) has filed an application with the Hillsborough Township Planning Board (Application 18-PB-01-MSP) for phased preliminary and final major site plan approval for the property located at Block 175, Lot 23.01 (formerly a portion of Block 177, Lot 23.01) in the Township of Hillsborough, with the street address of Mountain View Road (former Belle Meade Depot Site) in the Township of Hillsborough (the “property”). The Applicant seeks phased preliminary and final major site plan approval to construct a 209,795 square foot state-of-the-art indoor athletic and recreation facility, comprised of three (3) connected building components, as well as three (3) outdoor synthetic turf multipurpose fields. The programs offered at the facility will provide a solution to local and regional sports, recreation and event needs. The result is a project that assists in the development of athletes, encourages healthy lifestyles and creates a welcoming social experience for youth, adult and family participation as well as making a positive impact on the local economy. The main portion of the facility is a 100,850 square foot hard-shell building. Included within this building are: • Four (4) regulation basketball courts that are easily converted to ten (10) volleyball courts. • Mezzanine seating overlooking the basketball/volleyball courts. • Kids Adventure areas including play climb area and rock climbing gym. • Team and multipurpose rooms • Café and Food Preparation areas • Retail and/or medical office and clinics leased space • Administrative offices, restrooms and other supporting spaces The facility’s eastern portion is an 86,400 square foot air-supported dome that will be inflated year-round. It will contain a 330ft x 210ft turf field that will host soccer training, clinics, camps, and competition as well as other sports and recreation programs. The field can divide into three 210ft x 110ft fields to allow for multiple games and activities at one time as well as multiple youth development classes and sports performance training. In addition to multi-purpose field sports, the turf field will be developed to accommodate a 200ft softball/youth baseball field and will include bleacher seating and equipment storage. The rear portion of the facility is another air-supported dome with an area of 22,545 square feet that will also be inflated year-round. Within this dome is dedicated space for sports performance training including six (6) batting/pitching tunnels, an equipment training area, turf training area, and a sprinting track. Adjacent to the indoor facilities will be three (3) outdoor synthetic turf multi-purpose fields for use by rectangular-field sports such as soccer, football, lacrosse, field hockey, rugby, etc. These outdoor fields will include bleachers and lights. Construction of the outdoor synthetic turf fields will be phased. Two (2) of these turf fields shall be constructed immediately and made operational along with the opening of the hard-shell building and domes while one (1) of these outdoor fields will be constructed at a later time. The Applicant is requesting the following design waivers as part of the proposed development: • Parking spaces are 10’ x 18’ where 10’ x 20’ is required. • Parking lot aisle is 25’ where 30’ is required. Testimony will be presented at the time of the hearing in support of the application. Although the Applicant is not aware of any variances, additional waivers or other relief required for this application, the Applicant will seek whatever variances, waivers, checklist item waivers, design waivers, or any other relief that may be required, in the opinion of the Board and their professionals, or as may be identified by the Board professionals in their review, in order to implement the proposed plan and design. The Applicant will also seek whatever variances, other waivers, checklist item waivers, design waivers, or any other relief as may be required, in the opinion of the Board, in order to grant approval. Amendments to the application and the plan may be made at the time of the Public Hearing based upon comments from the Board and its professionals. Any person or persons affected by said project will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on the application to be held on April 5, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. in the Courtroom of the Hillsborough Township Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844. The application is available for public inspection at the Planning Board office in the Hillsborough Township Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844, during normal business hours from 8:00 am to 4:00pm. Alexander G. Fisher, Esq. Savo, Schalk, Gillespie, O’Grodnick & Fisher, P.A. 77 North Bridge Street Somerville, NJ 08876 Attorneys for Applicant HB, 1x, 3/23/18 Fee: $76.26 Affidavit: $15.00
persons with dementia to meet and develop a mutual support system.” The group meets the first Monday and second Wednesday of each month at the Bridgewater United Methodist Church, 651 Country Club Road, Bridgewater. All are welcome. Midweek meals: The Wednesday, Mid-Week Meals held in Asbury Hall, at the United Methodist Church of Bound Brook have started back up. All seniors are invited for a full course meal for the low cost of $4. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a good meal and warm fellowship. We hope you have a healthy and enjoyable summer and look forward to seeing you in September.
Send items to amartins@ centraljersey.com or fax to 609-924-3842. The deadline for submissions each week is 3 p.m. on Friday. For details, call 609-874-2163.
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‘C’ Bulk Variance(s) for relief from maximum impervious coverage, 21% requested where 20% is permitted, to construct a sunroom addition.
Upendra & Ashwini BELHE Applicants
Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County is recruiting volunteer tutors to teach literacy skills to adult learners. Tutors receive 15 hours of training in Basic Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages during five weekly sessions. Upon completion of the training, tutors are matched with an adult learner. They generally meet once a week for tutoring sessions, typically at a local library. LVSC will offer its Spring Tutor Training class on following consecutive Thursdays, April 5, April 12, April 19, April 26 and May 3 from 6 to 9 p.m. at The PeopleCare Center in Bridgewater. For information and to register, visit www.literacysomerset.org or call 908725-5430. Alzheimer’s caregiver support group Following the guidelines of the Alzheimer’s Association, the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group is “a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of Legal Notices
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Notice is hereby given that Brenden Ruh (the “Applicant”) has filed an application with the Hillsborough Township Board of adjustment (Application BA-17-07) for minor site plan approval, use variance approval, and bulk variances/waivers for the property located at Block 175.18, Lot 8.01 in the Township of Hillsborough, with the street address “346 South Branch Road” (the “property”). The Applicant proposed to use the property for a landscaping/hardscaping business in addition to the existing single family residence, which is a non-permitted use in the R-Residential District and requires a use variance pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55-D-70d(1). The application also necessitates the following bulk variances/waivers: • Side yard setback variances for two proposed moveable 10’x10’ sheds within 2ft of the property line and for proposed moveable 10’x20’ storage container within 20ft of the line. • Waivers from Minor Site Plan Checklist Item K (Contours at 2-foot minimum); Item L(9) (Locations of Buildings and Structures within 200ft); Item N(12) (Number of Parking Spaces); Item N(15) (Lighting Plan). Waivers for Environmental Impact Statement and Traffic Impact Statement/Report. Testimony will be presented at the time of the hearing in support of the application. The Applicant will seek whatever variances or waivers are required, in the opinion of the Board and their professionals, or identified by the Board professionals in their review, in order to implement the proposed plan and design. The Applicant will also seek whatever variances or waivers are required, in the opinion of the Board, in order to grant approval. Amendments to the application and the plan may be made at the time of the Public Hearing based upon comments from the Board and its professionals. Any person or person affected by said project will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on the application to be held on April 4, 2018 at 7:30pm in the Courtroom of the Hillsborough Township Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844. The application is available for public inspection at the Planning Office in the Hillsborough Township Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844, during normal business hours from 8am to 4pm. Patrick Gorman, Board of Adjustment Clerk HB, 1x, 3/23/18 Fee: $32.55
LEGAL NOTICE THE COMMISSIONERS OF FIRE DISTRICT NO.1 HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP COUNTY OF SOMERSET, NJ RESOLUTION 2018-04 AUTHORIZING REGULAR MEETING SCHEDULE FOR THE 2018 -2019 YEAR WHEREAS, Public Law 1975, Chapter 231, Section 13, requires a public body to post and maintain posted and to distribute to designated newspapers and to further file with the Municipal Clerk for the purpose of public inspections, a schedule of the regular meetings of such public body to be held during the calendar year; and WHEREAS, such schedule of regular meetings is required to contain the location of each meeting to the extent that it is known, and the time and date of each meeting; and WHEREAS, Public Law 1975, Chapter 231, Section 3-D, provides that where the annual notice or revisions thereof, in compliance with sections of the subject act, set forth the location, time and date of any meeting, no further action shall be required for such meeting. NOW, THEREFORE, be it RESOLVED by The Commissioners of Fire District No. 1 Hillsborough Township, County of Somerset, NJ as follows: (1) All regular meetings of the Commissioners shall take place at the Hillsborough Township Municipal Building, 379 So. Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 and begin at 8:00 p.m. on the following dates: 2018 - 2019 SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS MARCH 13, 2018 APRIL 10, 2018 MAY08,2018 JUNE 12, 2018 JULY 10, 2018 AUGUST 14, 2018 SEPTEMBER 12, 2018 OCTOBER 09, 2018 NOVEMBER 13, 2018 DECEMBER 11, 2018 JANUARY 08, 2019 FEBRUARY 12, 2019 FEBRUARY 16, 2019 MARCH 12, 2019
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(3) A summary of this Resolution shall be mailed/e-mailed to one of the following: Hillsborough Beacon, Courier News, and Messenger Gazette. (4) A certified copy of this resolution shall be posted and shall be maintained on the official bulletin board of Hillsborough Township and shall also be kept on file by the Municipal clerk for the purpose of public inspection. CERTIFICATION: I, John Lazorchak, Secretary of the Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Hillsborough Township, County of Somerset, NJ hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the Commissioners at a Regular Monthly Meeting held on March 13, 2018. John Lazorchak, Secretary Hillsborough Township Board of Fire Commissioners County of Somerset BFCmeetingdates2018 A motion was made by Commissioner Nuara, seconded by Commissioner Catarombon, Jr. to approve Resolution 2018-04 as read. Roll call vote: All approved. HB, 1x, 3/23/18 Fee: $72.54
Legal Notice, Application BA-18-01
Please take notice that on April 4, 2018 at 7:30 pm, a public hearing will be held before the Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment in the Courtroom of the Municipal Complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ, on the application of George R. Farley, for the Board's consideration of variances needed to construct a single family residential home at the property located at 28 Equator Avenue and designated as Block 34, Lots 1 and 20 on the Hillsborough Township Tax Map.
The applicant is requesting “c” bulk variances for: lot area because 2 acres is required and 0.4 acres is provided; a front yard setback variance of 10.0 feet is requested for the new home whereas a 40-foot front yard setback is required; a variance for lot width at setback of 85.0 feet is requested whereas 120.0 feet is required; a front yard setback variance of 11.8 feet is requested for an existing detached garage whereas a 40-foot front yard setback is required; a side yard variance of 20.6 feet is also requested for the existing detached garage whereas a 26-foot side yard setback is required. It is also being requested that the Board of Adjustment grant any additional approvals, interpretations, variances, design waivers or exceptions determined to be necessary or which may develop during the review and processing of this application.
Any person or persons affected by this application will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing in accordance with the rules of Board of Adjustment. The application is on file and available for public inspection within the Planning Office of the Municipal Complex at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Patrick Gorman, Board of Adjustment Clerk HB, 1x, 3/23/18, 1x Fee: $25.11 PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received from Bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.2 via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 4/5/18, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08625; for:
Route 206, Southbound Merge Improvements with I-287 Ramp, Garretson Road to Commons Way, Contract No. 026023721, Bridgewater Township and Bedminster Township, Somerset County, 100% State UPC NO: 023721 DP No: 18105
Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L 1975, c. 127); N.J.A.C. 17:27. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.19, contractors must provide a Certification and Disclosure of Political Contribution Form prior to contract award.
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury , Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontractors prior to contract award or authorization. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Wage and Hour Compliance at the time of bid.
Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe, follow the instructions on the web site. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the following locations: 200 Stierli Court Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Phone: 973-601-6690
One Executive Campus Rt. 70 West Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 Phone: 856-486-6623
New Jersey Department of Transportation Division of Procurement Bureau of Construction Services 1035 Parkway Avenue PO Box 600 Trenton, NJ 08625 HB, 1x, 3/16/18, 3/23/18, 3/30/18 Fee: $131.13
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is available at each meeting. instructors lead classes. Free transportation erset County Office on Aging & DisabilVisit us at www.HillsboroughSe- is available. Call 908-369-3880 for details. ity Services have announced the program Our April 5 meeting will have our ap- niorsChapterA.webs.com. — Chickie Haines schedule for the Somerset County Senior preciation lunch served after a brief busi— Gene Reinhardt Call 908-874-3231 Wellness Center at Hillsborough, located at ness meeting; sign-ups will be from 11 Publicity Chairperson 339 S. Branch Road. a.m. to noon. At our May 3 meeting, Susan SENIOR ROOM All Somerset County-operated senior Slate-Wagner from T-Mobile will share inCHAPTER B centers offer a nutritionally balanced lunch, In the Senior Activity Room, shuffleformation about their discounts to seniors. Monday through Friday, for a suggested Check out Hillsborough’s Senior Club board, pool table, darts and ping pong are Trips & Programs donation of $2.50 for anyone age 60 and Chapter B’s website for the latest up-to- available for all Hillsborough seniors to Thurs., Mar. 29 – Casino Night in the above. Menu choices include a hot meatthe-minute information at hsccb.webs.com. use in the first and largest area. Cards and Afternoon. Noon to 2 p.m. in the multibased or meatless entrée and a cold meatContact Ralph Fariello with additional games are played in the middle area. Compurpose room. Free. Food, prizes, and fun. based or meatless boxed lunch. Please items at the next club meeting. puters are in the third area for your use and Limit of 100 people. make reservations before 10 a.m., at least The next monthly meeting will be enjoyment. Tues., Apr. 3 – Book Club will meet at one business day in advance. Why not inheld April 12, which will feature our Spring Monday: Knitting, crocheting and nee2 p.m. in the Senior Activity Room. Attendvite a friend or neighbor to join you for Luncheon starting at noon. Tickets must dlepoint from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ees will share a report of their latest readlunch. Or come earlier in the day and enjoy be bought in advance. The doors will open Tuesday: Bridge, pinochle and other ing. one of the center’s many programs. at 10:30 a.m. for members to buy tickets for card games April 15-21 – Golden Isles of Georgia. If you drive or have your own ride, you future trips and other events. You can bring Wednesday: Mah jongg from noon to 4 Guided tour of beautiful and historic sites can attend any of the centers. To stay up to a bag lunch if you want. Coffee and tea will p.m. Canasta from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Georgia and South Carolina: Jekyll Isdate with Somerset County events and inbe provided. Thursday: Bridge from 9 a.m. to 1:30 land tram tour and mansions, Beaufort, St. formation, sign up for free email alerts at Tickets for all special events will only p.m. Simons Island and lighthouse, Savannah www.co.somerset.nj.us/subscribe or follow be sold at monthly meetings before the Friday: Mah jongg from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a harbor cruise, theatre show, mansion us on Facebook and Twitter. event. They include the following: spring and museums. Seven days, nine meals. Cost SOMERSET COUNTY SENIOR Adults age 60 and older are invited to luncheon, June celebration, June anniver$1,259 double includes gratuities. Depart WELLNESS CENTER visit the county-operated Hillsborough Sesary (every five years), fall luncheon and Hillsborough Municipal Bldg. at 7:30 a.m. AT HILLSBOROUGH nior Center at 339 South Branch Road. The holiday party. Maritime Canada Coastal Wonders The next bingo will be held April 19. The senior centers operated by the Som- with all its rugged and pristine beauty. See SENIORS, Page 8A Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $3 for Aug. 22 to Sept. 1, 2018. See Halifax, one double card, $5 for two; this includes Peggy’s Cove, Cape Breton, Cabot Trail, lunch with two hot dogs, chips, a drink, and Prince Edward Island, Anne of Green Gaa dessert, along with prizes and surprises. bles, Hopewell Rocks, Bay of Fundy and If you have a new email address or want Exterior Lunenburg. This Collette trip includes to be added to Club B’s email list, see Ralph Car Wash hometown pickup, airfare Newark to/from Fariello at the next meeting. Halifax, 10 nights in top hotels, 16 meals. Activities and Trips Trip is closed. plus tax Trips in 2018: Save these dates. SignFor information on any of our upcomups will take place in January and February ing trips, call Diana Reinhardt at 908-369with details to follow: 4362. Martin Guitar Factory, Nazareth, Penn. News & Notes - April 24 All Hillsborough seniors age 60 and If you want to bring a friend on any State-of-the-Art Equipment older are invited to join Chapter A. Youngovernight trip, they do not have to be a club Spot Free Rinse plus tax er spouses of seniors are also eligible for member. If any trips are sold out, you may membership. Dues are $5 a year and new Shammy Dried call to add your name to a waiting list. On UNLIMITED members may join at any meeting. Call Wash Your Car all trips, you should bring photo ID and As Often As You Like! Dorrie Guarniero at 908-334-8091 with MONTHLY health insurance card(s). Fast Sign-up questions. PLAN Just Ask Our Attendant Community Events General meetings are held on the first Keep in mind the township’s Mr. Fix-It Thursday of each month unless otherwise program, run by the Social Services Deannounced. Executive Board meetings are partment. Minor home repairs can be arheld on the fourth Wednesday of every ranged on Wednesdays between 8 and 11 month, unless otherwise noted. a.m. for Hillsborough seniors 60 and older. On meeting days, doors open at 11:30 Call 908-369-3880 for details. a.m., allowing time to review upcoming Free exercise classes for all ability levevents and make reservations. Refreshels are available to all Hillsborough se4/5/18 ments are available when doors open and niors in the municipal building Mondays, after the meeting. Wednesdays and Fridays for 45 minutes — Help our Food Bank by bringing an right where we hold our meetings. Certified item to each meeting. The suggestion box
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in a pattern of your choice. Then, after the paint dries, you can select an uplifting or inspirational quote that we will place on the canvas. To ensure we have enough supplies, please register by March 21 by calling 908369-8700. March 23 – The Week in Review, 10 a.m. Join us as we recap the new headlines of the week and discuss with the group articles of interest. Bring an exciting event to share or join in on our lively weekly discussion of local and national events. March 26 – 2017 Short Story Readings. Listen to the most memorable short stories of 2017. Some will be read by our own clients and staff while others will we will listen to recordings by professional actors.
March 26 – Scrabble Friends, 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a friendly game of scrabble; with sufficient interest, we may plan opportunities for members to compete with other area scrabble clubs. March 26 – Canasta Card Club, 12:30 – 2:45 p.m. Although many variations exist for two, three, five or six players, it is most commonly played by four in two partnerships with two standard decks of cards. March 27 – Trivia Time, 10:15 a.m. Did you know that solving puzzles or challenging yourself with new, mind-stretching exercises can stimulate the brain and enhance your critical thinking processes? Join us for some mind-tingling brain stumpers and a fun-filled intellectual workout.
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AT THE LIBRARY The Hillsborough Library’s schedule is as follows: Monday through Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday: 1-5 p.m. Through the month of March, view the collections of Sunitha Somasundaram and Neva Asinari. The library is looking for reliable teen volunteers to help out at various programs. Community service hours will be awarded to all volunteers at the end of the school year for their attendance and space is limited. Visit SCLSNJ.org or call 908-369-2200 for information or to register. Program dates and times are subject to change. All programs are free and registration is required unless otherwise indicated. Adult programs (registration required): • Friday Afternoon Movie - “Sister Act”, starring Whoopi Goldberg. Originally released in 1992. Fri. March 23, 1-3 p.m. • Suspense with Susie Book Discussion - “The Secrets She Keeps” by Michael Robotham. Tues. March 27, 7-8 p.m. • Spanish Conversation Group - Native Spanish speakers Rosa Maria Merlo and Alicia Fontana will lead a new Spanish conversation group. Basic knowledge of Spanish is preferable, but all are welcome. Wed. March 28, 6:30-8 p.m. • Ladies of Song: Rhonda Denét and the Silver Fox Songs Trio - The Hillsborough Library welcomes back the extraordinary vocal talents of Rhonda Denét, flanked by the Silver Fox Songs Trio, to perform jazz and soul standards by notable ladies of song. Thurs. March 29, 7-8 p.m. • Matinee Movie - “Wonder,” starring Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson. Rated PG. Sat. March 31, 2-4 p.m. • English Conversation Group - Practice speaking English in a friendly setting. Basic English skills required. Hosted by Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County. Mon. April 2, 9; 7-8:30 p.m.; Wed. April 11, 10-11:30 a.m. • Needles, Hooks, and Books: Fiction Book Discussion - “Little Fires Everywhere” by Celeste Ng. Bring your knitting, crocheting, or needlepoint for a casual night of needlework and book conversation. Tues. April 3, 7-8 p.m. • Geeky Grown-Ups Group - This is a monthly meeting of Geeky Grown-Ups, otherwise known as adults who are enthusiastic about science fiction, fantasy, and gaming topics. Come make friends and share your interests. Wed. April 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Introduction to Microsoft Excel - An introductory presentation to the popular Microsoft Excel data/spreadsheet program followed by a Q&A session. Wed. April 4, 7-8 p.m. • Tai Chi: Meditation in Motion - In this program, presented by Dr. Gang Huang, participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice some aspects of Tai Chi. Thurs. April 5, 7-8 p.m. • Country Line Dancing with Georgeanne - Have some fun stepping out to some of the latest songs on country radio as well as a few of the classics. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself dancing to a little pop, too. Mon. April 9, 7-8 p.m.
Youth programs (registration required): • Tail Waggin’ Tutors - Each registered child will get 10 minutes to read to a specially trained dog. Grades K-4. Fri. March 23, 3:45-4:45 p.m. • Reading Buddy - Your child will increase their love of reading while reading aloud with a reading buddy volunteer. Grades K-4. Sat. March 24, 2-4 p.m. • Designer Egg Decorating - Learn several different advanced methods for decorating stylish eggs and creating your own dye colors in this hands on experience. Every participant will get 4 eggs to decorate. Grades 5-12 and adult. Sat. March 24, 2-3 p.m. • First Roots Music - Ms. Jenni will present an entertaining music class that helps your child develop language, literacy, social and listening skills in a fun, nurturing, family-friendly setting. Ages birth - 36 months. Mon. March 26, 10-10:45 a.m. • SCLSNJ Website Training - Parents, learn side-byside with your children some tricks to navigate the new SCLSNJ website. Let a librarian demystify this powerful tool for you. Grades 3-8. Mon. March 26, 4:15-5 p.m.; Sat. April 7, 10-10:45 a.m. • First Roots Music - Ms. Jenni will present an entertaining music class that helps your child develop language, literacy, social and listening skills in a fun, nurturing, family-friendly setting. Ages birth - 36 months. Mon. March 26, 10-10:45 a.m. • Storytime: Toddler Time - Introduce the pleasure of books to your child through stories, songs, and a simple activity. Ages 18-36 months. Tues. March 27, April 3; 9:3010:15 a.m. • Storytime: Rhyme Time - Build brain power with 20 minutes of nursery rhyme fun. Ages birth - 24 months. Tues. March 27, April 3; 10:30-10:50 a.m. • College Process: Everything You Need to Know Discover the early steps of college prep, PSAT/SAT/ACT test prep, how to effectively choose colleges, strategies to increase your chances for acceptance, scholarships and financial aid. Grades 9-12 and parents/caregivers. Wed. March 28, 7-8:30 p.m. • Craft in the Children’s Room: Book Craft - Celebrate the upcoming National Library Week and create a book craft in the children’s room while supplies last. All ages. Mon. April 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Monday Morning Playtime - A social interactive time with literacy resources and activities for you and your child. This week: The Little Gym. For parents/caregivers with children up to 36 months. Mon. April 2, 10-10:45 a.m. • Storytime: Toddler Time - Introduce the pleasure of books to your child through stories, songs, and a simple activity. Ages 18-36 months. Tues. April 3, 10; 9:30-10:15 a.m. • Storytime: Rhyme Time - Build brain power with twenty minutes of nursery rhyme fun. Ages birth - 24 months. Tues. April 3, 10; 10:30-10:50 a.m. • Storytime: Bedtime Stories in the Children’s Room Wear your pajamas if you wish and snuggle up with your favorite stuffed animal friend or doll for this drop-in story-
time. All ages. Thurs. April 4, 7:30-7:50 p.m. • Building a Website - Learn how to create a website using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This is a two day program. You must register for both dates. Grades 5-12. Fri. April 5, 6; 1-4 p.m. • SCLSNJ Website Training - Parents, learn side-byside with your children some tricks to navigate the new SCLSNJ website. Let a librarian demystify this powerful tool for you. Grades 3-8. Sat. April 7, 10-10:45 p.m. • National Library Week - Stop by the youth services room every day this week for some hands on activities. All ages. April 9-14 • Tween Craftacular: Cinch Sack Decorating - Get your craft on at the library. We provide the supplies, you supply the creativity. Grades 5-8. Tues. April 10, 5-6 p.m. • Leadership Academy (Formally Teen Advisory Board) - Formerly Teen Advisory Board. Learn leadership skills as you co-plan and co-run teen/tween programs with the Teen Librarian. Community service hours will be awarded at the end of the school year. Grades 9-12. Tues. April 10, 6-7 p.m. • KIDZ Art Zone: Straw Blown Self-portraits - Budding artists can have fun creating masterpieces with their friends. Grades K-4. Wed. April 11, 4-4:45 p.m. Volunteer Opportunities Interested in being a teen volunteer at SCLSNJ’s Hillsborough Library branch? Email hil.teens.scls@gmail.com for an application and additional information. Grades 7-12. Homework Help Center Mondays and Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m. March 26 - May 31 The homework help center is available to students in grades 3-12 in all subjects. Drop-in only, no registration needed. Writing Center Get help with informational and creative writing assignments, proofreading, grammar, spelling, college essay peer review, and midterms/finals writing assignments. The writing center is available to students in grades 3-12. Dropin only, no registration needed. Tuesdays - Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Library resources Book A Librarian - Get personalized help with the online catalog, databases, research questions, storytime plans, locating materials, library apps and readers’ advisory. Parents, children and teens can request an appointment at the Youth Services desk by filling out a simple form. All ages. Bag of Books to Go - You can request, at the Children’s Desk, a bag filled with books related to a theme. Book Discussion Kits - Do you belong to a book discussion group or would you like to start one? Are you looking for a good book to share and have copies for everyone in your group? Our book discussion kits contain ten books that can be checked out for six weeks.
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