2018-03-23 Windsor-Hights Herald

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East Windsor receives road improvement grants By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Portions of Old Cranbury Road and Oak Creek Road in East Windsor Township will be repaved, thanks to a pair of state Department of Transportation grants totaling $801,000. East Windsor Township received a grant for $410,000 to resurface a section of Old Cranbury Road, between Route 130 and the Cranbury Township border, said Mayor Janice S. Mironov. Holland Lane, which runs be-

tween Old Cranbury Road and Oak Branch Road, also will be resurfaced. A portion of Rocky Brook Road, between Old Cranbury Road and Oak Branch Road, also will be resurfaced. Old Cranbury Road is a major road between East Windsor and Cranbury townships. It provides access to Route 130, and local residential neighborhoods such as Cranbury Manor, as well as recreational and commercial facilities, Mayor Mironov said. The second grant, which totals $391,000, will pay for the repav-

ing of a portion of Oak Creek Road, between Heathwood Drive and Windsor Center Drive. Also, Heathwood Drive will be repaved between Oak Creek Road and Dutch Neck Road. The portion of Oak Creek Road that is slated for repaving provides access to Windsor Center, the Melvin H. Kreps Middle School and several residential developments off Dutch Neck Road, Mayor Mironov said. All of the projects call for removing the top layer of asphalt and putting down a new layer of

asphalt. Improvements to concrete curbs and driveway aprons, as well as handicap ramps and drainage, are also included. “We are appreciative to receive this increased significant grant funding to support our efforts to improve important roadways in East Windsor,” Mayor Mironov said, adding that those roads have deteriorated and are in need of repairs and improvements. “These state grant funds are an important resource in our efforts to undertake needed local roadway improvements in East Wind-

sor,” the mayor said. Otherwise, township officials would have to use local taxpayer dollars to pay for the work. East Windsor Township received state grants to pay for improvements to Brooktree Road and Wiltshire Drive last year, and for work on Probasco Road in 2016. The state grants paid for roadwork on Dorchester Drive, from Dutch Neck Road to the West Windsor Township border in 2015, and on Hickory Corner Road between Dorchester Road and Dutch Neck Road in 2014.

East Windsor Public Works employees get raises By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

East Windsor Township Department of Public Works employees will receive salary increases averaging 1.8 percent over the life of a four-year collective bargaining agreement that has been approved by Township Council. Township Council has also introduced a companion salary ordinance to accompany the contract between East Windsor Township and Teamsters Local Union 469. The agreement, which is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2016 and ends on Dec. 31, 2019, covers the job titles of equipment operators 1 and 2; senior mechanic; laborer/driver; mechanic; heavy laborer; general maintenance worker, and custodian. The agreement calls for a 1.5-percent increase retroactive to 2016; a 1.75-percent increase for 2017; and 2 percent each year for 2018 and 2019. The pay range for custodians in 2016 was $37,184 to $46,594. In the final year of the contract - which reflects interim pay hikes- the salary range will be $39,363 to $49,324. For heavy laborers and general maintenance workers, the salary range was $40,912 to $51,258 in 2016. In the final year of the contract, it will be $43,309 to $54,262. Laborer/drivers and mechanics were paid between $44,997 and $58,069 in 2016. The salary range in the final year of the contract is $47,634 to $61,472. The salary range for senior mechanics and equipment operator 1 was $49,503 to $63,879 in 2016. In 2019, which is the final year of the contract, they will be paid between $52,404 and $67,623. The highest paid DPW employee, which is equipment operator 2, had a salary range of $54,449 to $70,267 in 2016. The salary range tops out at $57,640 to $74,386. The agreement also includes longevity pay for employees who were hired before Sept. 1, 2014. DPW employees who have worked there for at least five years will receive longevity pay. Longevity pay for employees who have worked for the DPW for five years to nine years is $778. Those who have worked for the DPW for nine years and one month to 14 years will receive $1,407. Employees who have worked for the DPW for 14 years and one month to 19 years will get $2,038 in longevity pay. DWP employees who have 19 years and one month service will be paid $2,548 in longevity pay.

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Tops in science Above, Kristen Rodrigues-Prabhu, of Perry L. Drew Elementary in East Windsor, accepts her award in the General Science category during the Mercer Science and Engineering Fair awards ceremony at Rider University on March 13. At right, Rachna Acharya, of Perry L. Drew Elementary in East Windsor, accepts her award in the General Science category.

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POLICE BLOTTER The East Windsor Township Police Department initiated the following police reports through Wednesday, March 14, 2018: A 46-year-old woman from Cream Ridge, N.J., was charged with shoplifting after an incident at 4:54 p.m. March 8 at the Target on Route 571. An officer was dispatched to the store on a report of a shoplifter in custody. Target employees observed a patron conceal several articles of women’s swimwear under her clothing and attempt to leave the store. The woman was arrested and later released pending court action. A 34-year-old man from Wrightstown, N.J., was charged with possession of under 50 grams of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle and maintenance

of lamps after being stopped at 8:56 p.m. March 9 on Route 130 South. After observing a vehicle with a malfunctioning headline, an officer conducted a motor vehicle stop. During the subsequent investigation, marijuana was found in the vehicle. The driver was arrested and later released pending court action.

following police reports from March 9 through March 18, 2018:

A 28-year-old Freehold man was charged with possession of under 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia after being stopped at 8:13 p.m. March 10 on Route 33 East. An officer conducted a motor vehicle stop after observing a vehicle with a malfunctioning headline. During the subsequent investigation, marijuana was found in the vehicle. The driver was arrested and later released pending court action.

A 26-year-old Hamilton man was arrested March 11 for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Mercer Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. An 18-year-old Skillman man was arrested March 14 for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on South Main Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date.

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A 23-year-old Jersey City man was arrested

March 16 for possession of suspected heroin, possession of hypodermic needles, and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a citizen dispute, in the main parking lot of police headquarters. He was escorted inside the station, booked, processed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. A 20-year-old Trenton man was arrested March 18 for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Broad Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. A 48-year-old Englishtown man was arrested March 18 for possession of suspected crack cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Woodside

Ave. During the motor vehicle stop, the frontseat passenger, a 45-year-old East Windsor man, was also found in possession of suspected crack cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia. The passenger was transported by EMS to the hospital after officers observed that he was feeling ill. The driver was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. A 22-year-old Browns Mills woman was arrested March 9 for an active warrant out of Pemberton Township Municipal Court, during the course of call for service, in the parking lot of the Main Street lot. She was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released after posting bail. A 25-year-old Hightstown woman was arrested March 15 for an active warrant out of Bucks County,

PA, during the course of a call for service on the 100 Block of Westerlea Ave. She was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and transported to the Mercer County Adult Correctional Facility, awaiting extradition. A 20-year-old Trenton woman was arrested March 18 for an active warrant out of Trenton Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Broad Street. She was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released on her own recognizance with a pending court date. A 34-year-old Monroe man was arrested March 18 for driving while intoxicated, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Franklin Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued motor vehicle summonses and released to a family member.

Hightstown awarded municipal aid grant for road improvements The Borough of Hightstown has been awarded a NJDOT Municipal Aid Grant for $746,500 for improvements to Lincoln Av-

enue, Hagemount Avenue and Rocky Brook Court in the Borough of Hightstown. Mayor Lawrence Quat-

trone said the Borough Council was thoughtful in its decision as to what projects to include in the application for the grant. After carefully reviewing the needs for infrastructure improvements, Lincoln Avenue, Hagemount Avenue

and Rocky Brook Court were determined to be a top priority, and the Department of Transportation agreed. The project will include replacement of deteriorated curb, new sidewalk where possible and where none

exist, and mill and overlay with repairs as necessary, as well as the upgrade of existing inlets to meet NJDOT Bicycle Safe Grate Standards and NJDEP Stormwater Regulations. There were 656 applications submitted requesting

more than $298 million in funding from NJDOT’s $161.25 million in available funds. Mayor Quattrone commended borough engineer Carmela Roberts for crafting the grant application.

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WHAT’S GOING ON Fri., March 23

Movie: Only the Brave at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated PG-13, 133 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Lego Play at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Join us for Lego fun at the library. Play with other children ages 2 through 5. Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth to 2.5 years and a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.

Sat., Mar. 24

Family Movie: Coco (2017) at 10 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. When Miguel accidentally finds himself in the land of the dead, he’ll need the help of his great great grandfather to make it back home. Rated PG, running time: 109 minutes. This program was made possible by generous funding from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Branch. Writers’ Group at 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Please bring five pages of a work in progress to discuss with other writers. Kids’ Public Speaking from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown

Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Tweens ages 8 to 12 will learn and practice the fundamentals of public speaking and debate through fun activities lead by a teen volunteer. Upcycle Crafts from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For ages 5-10. Join local Girl Scouts to learn how to turn ordinary items into creative crafts! No registration required. Spirituality Insight Session from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Facilitated by library staff member, Leena, a 10 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Registration suggested at www.mcl.org.

Sun., March 25

The exhibit, “When George Came to Cranbury,” will be featured at the Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East, in Cranbury. This exhibit includes items representative of the period when George Washington and his troops were in Cranbury on June 26, 1778, on their way to the Battle of Monmouth. It will also include the re-created dining room from the home of Dr. Hezekiah Stites, where Washington stayed when he was in Cranbury.

Mon., March 26

Nonfiction Book Group will meet at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris 1830 to 1900

by David McCullough. No registration is necessary and new members are always welcome. The Sinking of the Titanic will be discussed at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. There are many questions surrounding the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Why was the ship speeding through an ice field? Why did the “unsinkable” ship sink in only two and a half hours? Why didn’t a nearby ship respond to their distress call? Whey were so many life boats launched at less than capacity? Join maritime historian Michael A. Hyduk who will address these and many other questions based on his research and analysis and describe a stunning conclusion. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Monday Night Book Group: Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azar Nafisi, 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. For two years before she left Iran in 1997, Azar Nafisi gathered seven young women at her house every Thursday morning to read and discuss forbidden works of Western literature. Join us for our monthly meeting to discuss this fascinating book. Preregistration preferred. Make It! Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2 to 6 with a caregiver can drop in during the program to make this week’s craft

and stay to play with the library’s toys. Lunch Time Guided Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10-year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2-3 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers).

K-6th Grade Tutoring from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474. Kids’ Public Speaking from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Tweens ages 8 to 12 will learn and practice the fundamentals of public speaking & debate through fun activities lead by a teen volunteer.

Tues., March 27

Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5.

Classic Movie: Singin’ in the Rain (1952) at 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Come for an afternoon matinée and watch an Old Hollywood classic. Ages 15 and up. Preregistration preferred. This program was made possible by generous funding from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Branch. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2 to 6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with

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Calendar Continued from Page 3A the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling 609448-1474 for any of these three classes. Immigration Lawyer Consults from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by phone at 609-448-1474 for a free 15 minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.

Wed., March 28

Dementia Conversations will be discussed at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to handle difficult conversation around some of the most common issues that arise regarding Alzheimer’s or Dementia.; how to plan ahead to reduce stress and about helpful resources to enhance quality of life for people suffering from the disease. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association of New Jersey. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Hickory Corner Book Discussion will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing “I am Malala” by Malala Yousafzai. No registration is required and new members are always welcome! Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Basics at 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. The Alzheimer’s Association presents this workshop covering the facts and myths regarding aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia; the common risk factors and causes; the stages of the disease; and current treatments. Preregistration required. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2 to 6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Midweek Math Tutoring from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in math help for 1st gradehigh school students with Peddie School student tutors. Evening Guided Meditation from 8 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memori-

al Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Come join us for guided meditation at the end of your day. Leave feeling relaxed & rejuvenated. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.

Thurs., March 29

Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Computer Class: Powerpoint for Beginners at 1 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to create a basic presentation, how to add new slides, text and images. Call the library to register at (609) 4480957. Computer Class: Publisher for Beginners at 2:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Newsletters, posters and brochures are a snap with Publisher. Learn to work with text and images. Call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Cuentos en español/ Bilingual Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Cuentos, juegos, música y artesanías para edades 2 – 5. Stories, games, music, and a craft for ages 2 through 5. Speakers of all languages welcome. Adult Movie: Get Out (2017) at 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. When a young African American man visits his white girlfriend’s family, he discovers a sinister reason for the invitation. Rated R. Running time: 103 minutes. Preregistration preferred. This program was made possible by generous funding from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Branch.

Sat., March 31

Isha Yoga & Meditation will be held at 3 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory

Corner Road, East Windsor. The Isha Foundation, an international non- profit organization founded by Sadhguru, is offering this Yoga and Meditation workshop. Learn physical postures, breathing methods and meditation techniques to improve your overall wellbeing. No previous knowledge of yoga required. Call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957.

Tues., April 3

Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5. Rainbow Dahlia Flowers at 6 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Use rainbow-colored paper to make a pretty dahlia for spring. Ages 15 and up. Preregistration required.

Thurs., April 5

Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs and a craft for ages 2 through 5. Adult Movie: Darkest Hour (2017), 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Winston Churchill struggles over how to deal with the threat of Adolf Hitler during World War II. Rated PG13. Run time: 125 minutes. Preregistration preferred. This program was made possible by funding from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Branch.

Fri., April 6

Lego Play at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library,

276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Join us for Lego fun at the library. Play with other children ages 2 through 5.

Sat., April 7

Writers’ Group at 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Please bring five pages of a work in progress to discuss with other writers.

Sun., April 8

Mon., April 9

Get Connected: Tech Q&A at 10:30 a.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main St., Cranbury. Have questions about your smartphone or tablet? Drop in and have your tech questions answered. Baby Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, music, and play for tiny tots ages 6 months through 2 years.

Tue., April 10

Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5.

Wed., April 11

Join Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor for Yom Hashoah services at 7:15 p.m. Rabbi Jay M. Kornsgold and Cantor Larry I. Brandspiegel will lead this service commonly referred to as Holocaust Remembrance Day. Join members of Beth El Synagogue, children and teens of the Beth El Religious School and Hebrew High School as well as the Beth El choir as we commemorate this day of remembrance. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-4434454; www.bethel.net. Elder Investment Fraud and Preparing for Retirement at 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. The New Jersey Bureau of Securities presents a lecture about learning to spot fraudulent investment activities and how to prepare for retirement. Preregistration required. Wii Sports at 5 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Take turns playing the sport of your choice on our Nintendo Wii. Ages 7–12.

Thu., April 12

Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5. PowerPoint Basics at 2:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Learn to create basic presentations, format text, and insert images. Mouse and keyboard skills are required. Preregistration required.

Fri., April 13

Poetry Craft for Kids from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Drop in between 2 and 4 p.m. to celebrate National Poetry Month with a poetry-themed craft. For ages 5–12.

Sat., April 14

Escape Room from at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main St., Cranbury. Solve a series of puzzles and riddles using hints, and strategy to escape the room. Space is very limited, so enroll online or at the library early. Recommended ages 8 to adult.

Sun., April 15

The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Genealogy Society presents “The Intersection of Genetics and Genealogy” at 7:30 p.m. Direct-to-consumer DNA testing provides the toolbox for solving difficult genealogical problems. Anthony May will provide a guide to selecting the right DNA test, understanding your results in the context of your family tree and present examples of how those with little to no knowledge of their family history can make big discoveries. May has been engaged in genealogy research for more than a decade. He is a molecular biology and genetics researcher for the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in Newark, New Jersey. He holds a certificate in Genealogical Research from the Boston University Center for Professional Education. Beth El Synagogue is

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and up. This program was made possible with generous support from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Library.

Mon., April 16

Thurs., April 19

Music Mondays at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Play instruments, learn about rhythm, and sing songs with friends. Ages 2–5.

Tue., April 17

Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5. Classic Movie Matinée: North by Northwest (1959), 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. A New York businessman is pursued by a spy after being mistaken for a government agent in this suspenseful Hitchcock film. Ages 15 and up. Preregistration preferred. This program was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Library.

Wed., April 18

Microsoft Word Basics at 2:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Learn the basics of creating and formatting documents in Word. Mouse and keyboard skills are essential. Preregistration required. Teen Movie: Justice League, 5 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. The Justice League defends the world from Steppenwolf. For ages 13

Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors presents Rabbi Jay M. Kornsgold discussing “Who Wrote the Torah?” at 1 p.m. Learn what modern man came forth and said about who wrote the Torah. RSVP to the Synagogue office. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609443-4454; www.bethel.net. Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5.

Fri., April 20

Lego Play at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Join us for Lego fun at the library. Play with other children ages 2 through 5. Afternoon Movie: Wonder (2017), 2:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. An inspiring story of a fifth-grade boy with a facial deformity who attends a new school and tries to fit in. Based on the book by R.J. Palacio. Rated PG. Run time: 113 minutes. Preregistration preferred. This program was made possible by funding from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Branch.

Sat., April 21

Family Movie: The Emoji Movie, 10 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library,

276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. An outcast emoji goes on a journey across various apps in this comedy set inside a smartphone. Rated PG. 86 minutes. This program was made possible by generous funding from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Branch.

Mon., April 23

Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will be hosting an AARP Drive Safety Program from 5 to 8 p.m. The course consists of two, three-hour sessions, is conducted by a trained AARP instructor and is geared toward the needs of older drivers. Attendance at both sessions is required to be certified for the completion of the course. Attendance in the class improves driving skills, may provide a discount on auto insurance and can remove two points from driving records. Consult your agent for details on the possible insurance discount. AARP membership is not required to participate in the class. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Make checks payable to AARP and RSVP to the Synagogue office by Monday, April 16, 2018. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-4434454; www.bethel.net. Baby Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, music, and play for tiny tots ages 6 months through 2 years. Reading Genius Book Club at 4 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. If See CALENDAR, Page 7A

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Obituaries

Barbara Anne Garcia Barbara Anne Garcia (née Dwyer; née Jennings) of Hightstown found peace on March 13, 2018 after a quiet battle with cancer. Barbara, a longtime resident of Hightstown, was originally from Monroe Township. Born June 19, 1956 to father, William Jennings, and mother, Barbara Killen both now departed. She was the sister of Cheryl Dougherty, Susan Gardner, Thomas Killen, and the late William Jennings Jr.; the mother of Denise Garcia, Angela Lancos, and John Dwyer III, and grandmother to ten beautiful children - her heart was full. That fullness was shared with anyone who had the time to sit one-on-one with her and have a cup of coffee with Barbara, and there was always a pot on the stove. Barbara will be missed by all whose lives she touched, and those lives will always shine brighter for having been blessed with her love. Memorial services were held at Peppler Funeral Home, 114 So. Main St. Allentown.

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Legal Notices Superior Court of New Jersey Chancery Division County Middlesex Docket No. F-005632-18 NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS

STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: ANTONIA RIVERA, HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, AND HIS, HERS, THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to serve upon Udren Law Offices, P.C., plaintiff's attorneys, whose address is Woodcrest Corporate Center, 111 Woodcrest Road, Suite 200, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08003, telephone number (856) 669-5400, an Answer to the Complaint filed in a civil action, in which Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. is plaintiff, and ANTONIA RIVERA, HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, AND HIS, HERS, THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST, JANE DOE TENANT(S) (NAME(S) BEING FICTITIOUS), JOHN DOE TENANT(S) (NAME(S) BEING FICTITIOUS), FICTITIOUS SPOUSE OF ANTONIA RIVERA, STATE OF NEW JERSEY , UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, are defendants, pending in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, Middlesex County, and bearing Docket F- 005632-18 within thirty-five days after March 23, 2018, exclusive of such date. If you fail to do so, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. You shall file your Answer and proof of service with the Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey, 25 W. Market Street, CN-971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accordance with the rules of civil practice and procedure. This action has been instituted for the purpose of 1) foreclosing a Mortgage dated 02/25/2008 made by Antonia Rivera, as mortgagor(s), to World Alliance Financial Corp. recorded on 03/27/2008 in Book 12895 of Mortgages for Middlesex County, Page 0533 ; Said Mortgage was then assigned to Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. on 09/30/2010, recorded on 10/15/2010, in Book 01045, Page 0588 ; and 2) to recover possession of, and concerns premises commonly known as 235 Sprague Avenue, South Plainfield, NJ 07080, Block 51; Lot No. 3. If you are unable to obtain an attorney, you may contact the Lawyers Referral Service in the county of venue by calling (732) 828-0053. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may communicate with the Legal Services Office of the county of venue by (732) 249-7600. Y o u , A N T O N I A R I V E R A , H E R H E I R S , D E V I S E E S A N D P E R S O N AL REPRESENTATIVES, AND HIS, HERS, THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST, are made party defendants herein by virtue of the death of ,deceased, the owner of mortgaged property being foreclosed herein, because you may have an ownership interest in the mortgaged property and for any right, title or interest you may have in, to or against the mortgaged property. Michelle M. Smith, Esquire Clerk of the Superior Court CP, 1x, 3/23/18 Fee: $43.71 Affidavit: $15.00

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Docket No. F-003977-18 Superior Court of New Jersey Chancery Division Middlesex County

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:

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Maurice Evans, his heirs, devisees and personal representatives and his, their or any of their successors in right, title and interest Michelle Carpentiero YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to serve upon McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, counsel for the plaintiff, with an address of 99 Wood Avenue South, Suite 803, Iselin, NJ 08830, with a telephone number of 732-902-5399, an Answer to the Complaint filed in a civil action where Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company is the plaintiff and Maurice Evans, his heirs, devisees and personal representatives and his, their or any of their successors in right, title and interest, et al. is the defendant. The action is pending in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, Middlesex County, and bears Docket No. F-003977-18. Your Answer must be filed within thirty-five (35) days of March 23, 2018, excluding that date, or if this publication runs after March 23, 2018, within thirty-five (35) days after the actual date of publication, excluding that date. If you fail to file an Answer, judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. You shall file your Answer and Proof of Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior Court, Hughes Justice Complex – CN 971, Trenton, NJ 08625, with a copy to McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, in accordance with the NJ Rules of Court. This action has been instituted for the purpose of (1) foreclosing a mortgage dated October 25, 2007 made by Maurice Evans, a single man, as Mortgagor to Acre Mortgage & Finance Inc., recorded in the Middlesex County Clerk's Office on November 7, 2007 in Book 12696, page 0890, which mortgage was assigned to the above named Plaintiff, which has the right to enforce the note secured by the mortgage; and (2) to recover possession of the land and premises commonly known as 32 Kearney Avenue, Borough of Sayreville, South Amboy, NJ 08879 and is further described as Lot 17, 18 and 19, Block 302. If you are unable to obtain an attorney, you may communicate with the New Jersey Bar Association by calling 732-249-5000. You may also contact the Lawyer Referral Service of the County of venue by calling (732) 828-0053. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may contact the Legal Services office of the County of venue by calling (732) 249-7600. YOU, Maurice Evans, his heirs, devisees and personal representatives and his, their or any of their successors in right, title and interest, are made a party defendant to this foreclosure action because Maurice Evans executed the note and mortgage. You, unknown heirs, may be liable for any deficiency, and for any right, title and interest you may have in, to or against the subject property. YOU, Michelle Carpentiero is joined for any lien, claim or interest she may have in, to or against the Mortgaged Premises as a result of the death of her father, Maurice Evans. Plaintiff’s inquiry has revealed that Michelle Carpentiero does not reside at the Mortgaged Premises. Michelle M. Smith Clerk of Superior Court of New Jersey CP, 1x, 3/23/18 Fee: $50.22 Affidavit: $15.00

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Please be advised that due to inclement weather, the Borough of Jamesburg had to cancel the Council Meeting that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 21, 2018. Please see the new meeting date and time below: The Borough Council Meeting will be held Wednesday, March 28, 2018 @ 7:00 PM. The above meeting will be held at the Jamesburg Borough Hall, 131 Perrineville Road, Jamesburg, New Jersey.

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Federal Project No: NHP-0033(309) UPC NO: 124250 DP No: 18102

Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Specifically, the contractor, sub recipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 26 in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the contractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate.

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.

The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award.

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 various Design Field Offices at the following locations: 200 Stierli Court Mt. Arlington, NJ Phone: 973-601-6690

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Calendar Continued from Page 5A you are ages 7 through 12 and love to read, you must join us to talk about the graphic novels you’ve read this month. Then we’ll do a fun craft activity together.

Tues., April 24

Excel Basics at 10:30 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Learn how to input data and format spreadsheets for everyday tasks. Mouse and keyboard skills are essential. Preregistration required. Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5. Planting Craft for Kids from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. April is the month for Earth Day. Let’s celebrate with a planting craft. For ages 5–12. Make-a-Wish Dandelion Finger Painting at 6 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor Get creative and make a decorative dandelion to make a wish on. Ages 15 and up. Preregistration required.

Wed., April 25

Learn to Use iBiographer at 7 p.m. at the Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main St., Cranbury. This is a free online tool designed to preserve your family’s history, memories and documents in one safe place to share with the whole family. Sophia Milner will be available with tips on how to get started securing your family’s past. Enroll online

or at the library. Wii Sports at 5 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Take turns playing the sport of your choice on our Nintendo Wii. Ages 7 – 12.

Thurs., April 26

The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Werner Lecture Fund presents the memoir “Portraits of a Hidden Child and Lost Childhood” at 7 p.m. This story is about being a 4 year old Jewish child who, in order to survive, became a hidden child, separated from her parents and forced to assume a new name, a new religion and a new town in which to live. This event is free. Please call the synagogue office to RSVP. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net. Cuentos en español/ Bilingual Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Cuentos, juegos, música y artesanías para edades 2 – 5. Stories, games, music, and a craft for ages 2 through 5. Speakers of all languages welcome. Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will be hosting an AARP Drive Safety Program from 5 to 8 p.m. The course consists of two, three-hour sessions, is conducted by a trained AARP instructor and is geared toward the needs of older drivers. Attendance at both sessions is required to be certified for the completion of the course. Attendance in the class improves driving skills, may provide

a discount on auto insurance and can remove two points from driving records. Consult your agent for details on the possible insurance discount. AARP membership is not required to participate in the class. The fee is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Make checks payable to AARP and RSVP to the Synagogue office by Monday, April 16, 2018. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-4434454; www.bethel.net.

Sat., April 28

Writers’ Group at 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Please bring five pages of a work in progress to discuss with other writers.

Sun., April 29

Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor invites residents to participate in a fun-filled afternoon of dancing from 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. Put on your favorite dancing shoes, cowboy boots or any old shoes and enjoy square dancing, circle mixers, dance games and more. All ages welcome. Bring the whole family. The cost is $10 per adult and $5 per child. Purchase a slice of pizza and a drink for $2. RSVP by April 25, 2018 to (609) 443-4454 or admin@bethel.net. Include the number of pizza slices when providing your reservation. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www. bethel.net.

Mon., April 30

Music Mondays at 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor. Play instruments, learn about rhythm, and sing songs with friends. Ages 2 – 5.

Sun., May 6

The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, Mercer County Genealogy Society presents “Researching Jewish Genealogy on the Internet” at 7:30 p.m. There are numerous online genealogy resources for genealogists researching their Jewish ancestors. Learn about the main repositories for Jewish Genealogy available on the internet. This program will illustrate how to search efficiently in different Jewish

and non-Jewish databases. Daniel Horowitz will help you overcome the barrier of the language with a basic lesson of Hebrew, focusing on tombstone terminology and how to translate it efficiently to English; as many of the Jewish repositories available are only in Hebrew. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.

Continuing events

Spinning Yarns Craft Circle: This club meets the first and third Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Visit the Gambino Room for an hour of knitting, crochet-

ing, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome. Read It and Eat It! Cook Book Club: This club takes place the third Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Call the library to reserve a copy of this month’s book or visit www.goodreads.com/topic/ group_folder/264622. Toddler Stay and Play: This event is held Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in the at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Early literacy story time helps prepare children with future reading skills. Children ages 12-24 months with a caregiver stay and play. Movie Club: This club meets on the third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St.

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MERCER COUNTY NOTES Commission accepts venison donations for HHH program

The Mercer County Park Commission cooperated with its hunters this season to obtain venison donations to Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH), a non-profit organization that works with butchers, hunters and food banks. This first year’s initiative resulted in the donation of 14 deer harvested by the end of the hunting season. The Naturalist Department provided drop-off donation days to licensed county hunters in the Deer Management Program at both Mercer Meadows and Baldpate Mountain during hunting season. Donated deer were taken to the Farmers’ Butcher Shop in Pennington where the venison was processed, picked up by HHH and distributed to charities throughout New Jersey and to America’s Second Harvest Food Banks statewide. The Park Commission paid the additional processing fees not covered by the HHH program. Approximately 518 pounds of venison were provided to the program, translating to 2,072 servings of protein by this county initiative. Venison is a valuable resource to those in need, offering a high-protein food source to populations with limited access to nutrition. The Deer Management Program is held annually to im-

prove the health of forest ecosystems within the parks and in coordination with regional efforts to reduce the overpopulation of white-tailed deer in central New Jersey. The program complies with all hunting regulations set by the State of New Jersey.

County seeks help with location of potholes

Mercer County takes pothole repairs seriously. While crews regularly patrol our roadways, they simply cannot locate every pothole. That’s why we are asking for your help. If you see a pothole on a Mercer County roadway, report its location to the county dispatcher by calling 609530-7510, providing specific information about the location of the pothole including helpful landmarks, travel lane direction, adjacent addresses and any information that could assist the county in locating and repairing the pothole. If you are not certain the road in question is maintained by the Roads Unit, refer to our County Routes and Roadways webpage for listings by municipality: http://www. mercercounty.org/ departments/transportation- and-infrastructure/highway- division/county-routes-and- roadways. If the roadway is not under county jurisdiction, the county will forward the information to the proper author-

ity for their action.

Park Commission now accepting picnic reservations

The Mercer County Park Commission is now accepting reservations for the five county-owned picnic areas for the 2018 season. These include the West and East Picnic Areas in Mercer County Park, Rosedale Picnic Area in Mercer Meadows, Princeton Country Club Picnic Area in West Windsor, and Valley Road Picnic Area in Hopewell Township. For a link to the online Community Pass reservation system, visit the Park Commission website at http://mercercountyparks.org/facilities/picnic-areas. Interested parties should have either a MasterCard or Visa card ready to make a reservation. Reservations will be made automatically on a first-come, first-served basis. For those residents without an Internet connection, reservations also can be made over the phone or in-person at the Recreation Center at 1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ 08550. For more information, call the Recreation and Events Center at (609) 443-8560 or visit www.mercercountyparks.org.

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‘Women of Achievement’ dinner scheduled for March 27 The Mercer County Commission on the Status of Women will honor six outstanding women this year at its annual awards dinner Tuesday, March 27, at Mercer Oaks Clubhouse in West Windsor. The cocktail reception starts at 6 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person, and advance reservations are required by March 12. Since this event typically sells out, tickets will not be available at the door. Honorees are women who live in Mercer County. This year’s recipients are: Women of Achievement - Regina Arcuri, Doreen Finley, Heidi Kahme and Martha McDougald; Young Women of Achievement Kate Liu, a junior at The Lawrenceville School and Elizabeth Araba Aikins, a senior at Robbinsville High School. The Woman of Achievement Award recognizes Mercer County residents who volunteer their time to make the county a better place to live, raise a family, and work. The Young Woman of Achievement Award honors high school students for their outstanding volunteer work within the county.

Jewish peer program taking applications

Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County is currently accepting 11th and 12th grade teens (as of the 20182019 school year) to partic-

ipate in Gesher LeKesher, a Jewish peer leadership program. As Gesher “Madrichim” (peer leaders), teens lead a group of 7th - 9th grade “Talmidim” (learners) in outreaches addressing trending topics from a Jewish perspective including friendships, the impact of social media, peer pressure, healthy dating relationships and addressing anti-Semitism on campus. This is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills which can be used in college and beyond while meeting and working with other Jewish 11th and 12th graders in the Greater Princeton Mercer Bucks area. Last year’s peer leaders represented nine area high schools. Gesher LeKesher meets six hours each month - two Monday night trainings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and an additional outreach time either Monday/Wednesday night or Sunday morning. For more information, visit www.jfcsonline.org/ gesher-lekesher/ or contact Celeste Albert at 609-9878100 x210 or celestea@ jfcsonline.org.

Agricultural agent to give talk on growing vegetables

Mercer County agricultural agent Meredith Melendez will present a program, “Planning, Planting and Caring for Your Vegetables to Maximize Your Harvest,” on Saturday, April 7, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Tulpehaking Nature Center in Hamilton. This program is sponsored by the Rutgers Master Gar-

deners of Mercer County, Tulphaking Nature Center and the Mercer County Park Commission. The talk will focus on garden planning and practices to minimize post-harvest losses, how to extend shelf life of vegetables and proper harvesting techniques. Many postharvest diseases are caused by poor planning and growing-season problems. Melendez will help attendees plan the best ways to get “more veggies with less work” this growing season. The Tulpehaking Nature Center is at 157 Westcott Ave. in Hamilton. Offstreet parking is available in front of the Watson House with easy access to the nature center’s main entrance on the side of the building opposite the gazebo. Registration is recommended for this program; please email programs@mgofmc.org. The nature center provides programs and exhibits that encourage visitors to explore and discover the many cultural, historic and natural resources of the Abbott Marshlands. It is owned by the County of Mercer and operated by the Mercer County Park Commission. For more information about the nature center, programs and schedule of events, go to www.mercercountyparks.org.

are constantly arriving. A volunteer orientation session for 2018 is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 24, at the Wildlife Center. Those who are interested are required to attend only one of the two sessions for this unique opportunity. Volunteers must be able to commit to one four-hour shift per week, from April through September. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and have a current tetanus vaccine, and are required to attend one orientation session. The Mercer County Wildlife Center is owned by the County of Mercer and operated by the Mercer County Park Commission. The center is located on Route 29 in Hopewell Township, approximately 12 miles north

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of Trenton. To register for either orientation session, or for more information, contact Volunteer Coordinator Jane Rakos-Yates at jrakosyates@ mercercounty.org or call 609303-0552, ext. 103. For more information about the Mercer County Wildlife Center or other facilities within the Mercer County Park Commission, visit www.mercercountyparks.org.

Park commission to host summer nature camps

The Mercer County Park Commission’s Nature Programs will host educational summer camps for children ranging in age from pre-K to eighth grade. The summer camps are developed and instructed

by the Park Commission’s team of naturalists. Baldpate Mountain Nature Camp is a weeklong camp packed with handson nature explorations, science experiments, hikes through the forest and unstructured nature play. Camp days are devoted to a nature-specific topic and may include bugs, forest ecology, birds and tracking. Two different camps accommodate children entering grades 1 through 3 and those entering grades 4 through 6. New this year, campers have the option to register for one or two weeks of camp. Camp sessions will be offered July 9 through 13, July 16 through 20, July 30 through Aug. 3 and Aug. 6 through 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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