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Traffic group makes recommendations for River Drive By Frank Mustac Contributor
A citizens group aimed at studying traffic patterns along River Drive in the historic Titusville village formally submitted its findings before the Hopewell Township Committee after more than a year of work. Formed by the Hopewell Township Committee under former Mayor Harvey Lester, the Titusville Traffic Study Group was tasked with formulating ways that traffic should move through the village once two damaged stone bridges along the roadway were
rebuilt. The northern bridge was closed back in March 2011 after severe flooding caused damage to the structure. The southern bridge was closed as a result of damage sustained by Hurricane Irene in August 2011. Both culvert bridges are owned and maintained by Mercer County. Work crews began rehabilitation of the bridges on River Drive over Fiddlers Creek and Steele Run in December. Located within Hopewell Township, the village of Titusville was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. The
Delaware & Raritan Canal runs parallel to the river and Route 29, and is crossed by several two-lane bridges. A biking/walking trail also follows the canal. In the past, residents reported that before the two portions of River Drive were closed about six years ago, a relatively large number of motorists were driving through the neighborhood to avoid traffic on Route 29 during rush-hour commutes or traveling to and from downriver Washington Crossing State Park. Traffic has lessened since around the time of the bridge closures.
Peter Swanson, of the Titusville Traffic Study Group, presented the groups’ findings during the April 12 township committee meeting. Swanson is a resident of Titusville village and president of the Union Fire Company and Rescue Squad in Titusville. One of the recommendations for the portion of River Drive near the northern bridge is to open the road, but prohibit right turns from southbound Route 29 onto the roadway. Swanson said it may be preferable to limit the turn prohibition to weekdays when cutthrough traffic may occur, while
still allowing access to emergency vehicles. “It will allow two means of access to upper River Drive, which is especially important for the fire company,” Swanson said. “It will allow boat rescue access from the south, which is preferable for boaters with large boats.” For the portion of River Drive near the southern bridge, Swanson said one option was “to keep that area closed, but to provide emergency services access.” “This would require constructing a gate, which emergency servSee TRAFFIC, Page 9A
Officials recognize retiring police officer, approve promotion By Frank Mustac Contributor
A changing of the guard was celebrated by friends, family and colleagues alike during a recent Hopewell Township Committee meeting, as one officer retired and another took his place. After more than 25 years as a member of the Hopewell Township Police Department, officials gathered during the April 12 meeting to thank and honor the service of now former Sgt. Joseph R. Giordano. According to officials, Giordano first began working at the department back in 1992 as a police dispatcher. Two years later he made his way through the police academy and was taken on as a patrolman in 1994. As a patrolman, Giordano was assigned to a number of different outfits, including as a community policing officer and a bicycle officer. Six years later, Giordano was promoted to the rank of sergeant, where he took on a supervisory role for his fellow officers. Though his career was remembered on Monday, Giordano has been off the force since April 1. In an effort to fill the void left by Giordano’s retirement, the township committee approved the subsequent promotion of Det. Michael Sherman to the rank of sergeant in the police department. His promotion, effective April 3, will come with an annual salary of $119,414. In other news, the township
committee approved the hiring of Mark Kataryniak as the new director of community development. The position comes with an annual salary of $140,000 a year. Kataryniak, a civil engineer with a degree from New Jersey Institute of Technology, previously worked for Edison Township as its engineer, and director of engineering and planning. He also previously worked for French and Parrello Associates; Medina Consultants; and Birdsall Services Group. Photos by Mary Leck and Maia Reim The position of director of community development is a new post within the Hopewell Township administrative staff. The job essentially combines the position of Thanks to warm weather over the weekend, nature enthusiasts throughout the area took to the D&R Greencommunity development coordi- way to enjoy the scenery. nator with township engineer. Hopewell Township will need a a new municipal engineer when Paul Pogorzelski, the current township engineer and administrator, retires at the end of 2017. Also, the township’s previous coordinator of community development retired at the end of 2016. In his role as the director of community development, Kataryniak will also serve as the township’s zoning officer; planning board secretary; and storm-water program coordinator, according to the published advertisement for the job. The director will also perform as liaison to the municipality’s Environmental Commission; Historic Preservation Commission; Green Team; and Deer Management Committee and all municipal departments.
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VALLEY NEWS BRIEFS James and the Giant Peach
Timberlane Middle School proudly presents the beloved Roald Dahl tale of James and the Giant Peach, Jrâ⇔‹. Thursday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m., Friday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m. at The Hopewell Valley Performing Arts Center. All performances will be at the Performing Arts Center at the Hopewell Valley Central High School 259 Pennington-Titusville Road in Pennington. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students/senior citizens/teachers and on sale through www.showtix4u.com. General Admission seating will be available at the theater box office one hour prior to each performance.
Battle of Trenton tabletop recreation
The Battle of Trenton will be recreated on Saturday, April 22 by using miniature figures, dice and “Flint & Steel” rules developed by Richard Kane who will also be managing the game. Visitors can observe and some will be able to participate as the historic military commanders by issuing orders to their military units. As Colonel Rall can you save the Hessians from being captured by General Washington? It’s your chance to change history! The Battle of Trenton will be recreated at 1 p.m. at the Visitor Center Museum at Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville. The Visitor Center Museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring The Swan Historical Founda-
tion’s Collection of 500+ Colonial and Revolutionary War artifacts. For more information, call 609-7370623.
Earth Day concert The Church of Saint George in Titusville will observe Earth Day with a concert to be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday April 22. The free concert is open to the public. Music will be provided by the 12:30 Mass Band from the Church of Saint Ann in Lawrenceville. The 12:30 Mass Band has been providing both Liturgical and Coffee House music for the past ten years and has been delighting audiences during a number of engagements throughout Mercer County.
Republican spring breakfast The Hopewell Valley Republican Association will host their annual Spring Breakfast on Sat. April 22 at 8:30 a.m. The event will be held at the Hopewell Valley Golf Club which is located on CR654 in Hopewell. This year we will be presenting Senator William Schluter with our “Lifetime of Service Award.” Our special invited guest is Lt Governor Kim Guadagno. Suggested donation is $40 which can be paid at the door. For more information, contact Mike Chipowsky at 609737-8869 or mchipowsky@comcast.net.
Coffee Connections On Monday, April 24, an illustrated history of Hopewell Valley, complete
with stories and facts from the past, will be shared at Hopewell Borough Hall. Starting at 10 a.m., attendees will explore the early history of communities, farming, the railroad, formation of volunteer fire departments and recreational activities. Light Refreshments will be provided. Register by calling Randi at 609-537-0236.
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choir rankings and individual/section awards. The performances are all open to the public. Dinner and snacks will be available for purchase (cash only) in the PAC Lobby. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students.
Prescription take-back Mercer County Sheriff Jack Kemler announces another opportunity for residents to easily dispose of unneeded and expired prescription drugs during the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 29. The drop-off program held each spring and fall, is conducted by the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Justice. Mercer County residents can easily dispose of unused and expired prescription pills, by bringing them to the parking lot across of the Mercer County Administration Building at 640 South Broad Street in Trenton, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
A distinguished group will review the first 100 days of the Trump administration and what’s next for New Jersey and the nation, in a free, public forum April 26 at 7 p.m. at Har Sinai Temple in Pennington. Panelists include Democratic and Republican leaders of the NJ State Legislature, a prominent academic political expert, and the chief political correspondent for NJTV. The first months of the Trump administration has raised widespread concerns. Please join us as we exam- K-9 hero comes ine the political climate and to Hopewell how it affects us in New JerJoin Calvary Baptist sey and throughout the naChurch and Ties to Home tion. Troop Support at 3 East NJAJE Vocal Jazz Broad Street, Hopewell, on Saturday April 29 at 12:30 Festival p.m. to welcome K-9 Hero On Friday, April 28 from Haven from Herndon, Penn. Come and meet organiz5-8:30 p.m. in the Central High School PAC, the Inau- ers, Anne and Mike, and gural New Jersey Vocal Jazz several of the K-9 Heroes to Festival sponsored by learn more about their orNJAJE (New Jersey Associ- ganization, the work and aton for Jazz Educators) bravery of these dogs and will take place. Vox Central handlers, and what is inJazz will be competing volved in placing these against five other jazz highly intelligent, trained choirs from New Jersey dogs in their fur-ever retirehigh schools. There will be ment homes. The event will be held a panel of three judges who will determine the final rain or shine at the church. For additional information
istration is open now and all event information can be Golf outing found on the website at The Hopewell Valley www.penningtondayorg. September 11th and Emer- Lacrosse open gency Services Committee will host their sixth annual registration golf outing on May 8 at the Registration is now open Hopewell Valley Golf Club. for the Spring 2017 season Foursomes and hole sponof Hopewell Valley sorships are still available. Lacrosse, a recreational proFor more information, congram for boys and girls in tact Mike Chipowsky at grades 3-8. The group also 609-737-8869 or has a “Little Laxers” promchipowsky@comcast.net. gram for younger kids. Players at all skill levels Cuba Day at are welcome for competitive UUCWC play against teams from Enjoy an evening of au- nearby towns. Please visit our website thentic Cuban music and www.hovallax.com to regisimages on Saturday, May 20 ter. for a multi-media expericall 609-466- 1880.
ence with a live performance from Grupo Warachando. Come hear a Latin band while viewing imagery from the travels of Laura Brandt, Bob Laramie and others who traveled to Cuba for nine days on a photography expedition of a lifetime this past March. Price also include light snacks/desserts/beverages at intermission. Advanced tickets are $35 per person and $40 at the door. Advanced e-tickets may be purchased through EventBright or by emailing craftshow@uucwc.org.
Pennington Day Pennington Day will take place Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Centered on the crossroads of E. Curlis Avenue and Main Street, Pennington Day highlights the best of the town of Pennington and historic Hopewell Valley. More than an average street fair, this event combines community with art as well as family friendly fun and local vendors. Grant applications are received until April 15, booth and food vendor reg-
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Any Hopewell Township resident interested in becoming involved in the local Republican organization, or running for elected office please contact Mary Jane Chipowsky at (609) 7378869 or mjchipowsky@hotmail.com
HVYF&CA registration open
Hopewell Valley Youth Football and Cheer Association offers two youth programs. Jr. Bulldogs Spring Flag League is open to boys and girls, grades kindergarten through eighth grade. Fee is $75 for six sessions starting April 9, held Sunday evenings 6-7 p.m. Each session consists of instruction and game play. In the fall, HVYF&CA offers tackle and cheer. These programs are open to boys and girls ages 4 thru 14. Fee $150 for cheer and the youngest tackle level (ages 4-6 yrs. old), $200 for all other tackle levels. Visit www.hvbulldogsfootball.com for more information.
HVSA soccer registration open
Registration is now open for the Spring 2017 season of the Hopewell Valley Soccer Association, a recreational program for players of all skill levels. We are open to boys and girls from 3 years old through eighth See BRIEFS, Page 3A
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Briefs Continued from Page 2A grade. Games are held Sunday afternoons starting on April 23. For more information, visit www.hvsasoccer.org.
Community Closet clothing
The Hopewell Community Closet has reopened and has fall and winter fashions for all ages and sizes newborn to 3X. There’s something for everyone — men, women and children — for a freewill donation or free to those who are financially struggling. Shop hours are Saturdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Hopewell Community Closet is in Burton Hall of the Hopewell United Methodist Church in Hopewell Borough. Donations of gently used clothing, shoes and handbags are accepted at business hours. The mission of the Hopewell Community Closet is to provide access to free or low-cost clothing to struggling individuals and families. This ongoing outreach is operated by the United Methodist Women of Hopewell United Methodist Church. The freewill donations support UMW missions. The church is at 20 Blackwell Ave. More information is available at www.hopewellmethodist.or g.
featuring nine historic sites in Hopewell. It is available in four colors: cranberry, hunter green, duke blue and black on a natural background. The blanket measures 48 by 68 inches and includes a brief history of each landmark shown on the blanket. The cost is only $40 each. The landmarks are St. Michael’s Orphanage (1898), Old School Baptist Church (1715), Hopewell Academy (1756), Hopewell House (circa 1700), John Hart Monument (1865), Hopewell Fire Department (1911), Pierson/Gantz residence (1891), chocolate factory (circa 1900) and railroad station (1882). Blankets can be purchased by calling Mary Anne Van Doren at 609466-3060 or emailing hopewellblanket@gmail.co m. Supplies are limited. Proceeds support the auxiliary.
Yoga for all One Spirit Yoga holds a class for all levels of experience in the Hopewell Train Station every Wednesday at 9 a.m. Bring a yoga mat, beach towel, water bottle and wear comfortable stretchy clothes. Classes are designed to calm the mind, relax the body and restore spirit. For questions, contact Nancy McCormack at 609333-1188 or email mccormackne@comcast.net.
Heirloom blanket on sale
Adopt a flag for Pennington
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hopewell Fire Department is selling a one-of-akind heirloom blanket
The Pennington Parks & Recreation Commission is seeking donations to buy flags to display along Main Street and Delaware Av-
enue through September. The flags cost $42 and can be purchased as a donation on behalf of someone special or in memory of a loved one. The commission will send a letter of acknowledgment to the person for whom the flag was purchased, noting the name of the donor and reason for the donation. Donors will also be acknowledged in the local newspapers and at borough hall. To Adopt A Flag, pick up a form at Borough Hall or go to http://www.penn i n g t o n boro.org/Adopt_a_Flag.pdf. For information, contact Michelle Needham at 609818-1450.
ministry. Call 609-4661880 or 609-209-6046 or email info@calvarybaptisthopewell.com. The website is w w w. C a l v a r y B a p tistHopewell.com or www.AWalkofFaith.net. Registration is appreciated.
Mahjongg Thursdays in Hopewell
Postcard collection group
Beginners and experienced players alike can come down to the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, located at 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Rd. in Titusville, from 1:303:30 p.m. on Thursdays for weekly Mahjongg. New players are encouraged to attend and shadow experienced players. Entrance is free, but pre-registration is required for first-time players. For more information, 609-737-0605, ext. 668.
Grief support group meets Group and individual grief support and Biblical counseling are offered in day and evening hours at Calvary Baptist Church, 3 West Broad St., Hopewell, by Joseph A. Immordino Jr., a Walk of Faith counseling
125th flags on sale Hopewell Borough’s 125th anniversary flags are on sale for $25 at Borough Hall, 88 E. Broad St. The price includes the pole for the flag. Members of the 125th Anniversary Committee urge residents to “fly a flag to show your pride in the borough.”
Formed in 1972 to encourage interest in postcard collecting, the Washington Crossing Card (Postcard) Collector Club meets at the Union Fire Company, 1396 River Road (Route 29), Titusville. (Parking and entrance are in the rear of the fire house). The program is preceded by a bourse and followed by an auction. Meetings are usually the second Monday of the month at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 to let the collectors and dealers buy and sell or just examine. In all instances, see www.wc4postcards.org for a list of the lots. For information, call Betty at 215-598-7534 or Carol at 609-737-3555.
Stamp club posts schedule Coryell’s Ferry Stamp Club is open to anybody interested in stamp collecting and related subjects. In Au-
gust the group meets socially at homes. Monthly meetings are on the first and third Mondays. On the first Monday of any month, the site is the Deats Building, 122 Main St., Flemington. On the third Monday of the month, the site is The Crossing United Methodist Church, 1896 Wrightown Road, Washington Crossing, Pa. For information, call 215-598-7534 or 908-8067883.
Join Girl Scouts Girls in grades kindergarten through 12 will make new friends and have new experiences and opportunities in art, science, nature and community service when they join Girl Scouts. For information, go to gscsnj.org/join or email hvgsinfo@gmail.com with contact information.
Auxiliary meetings slated The Hopewell Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the firehouse, South Greenwood and Columbia avenues, Hopewell. New members are welcome. Contact membership Chairwoman Mary Anne Van Doren at 466-3060 for more information.
Post 339 meetings, events Hopewell Valley American Legion Post 339 meetings and events are held at 19C Model Ave., Hopewell Borough. Noel Singer is commander. For information, call Joe Kianka, 466-1149.
Alzheimer caregiver groups
Those with a family
member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s dis-
ease or a related dementia disorder, an Alzheimer’s Association support group can offer an opportunity to
find out more about com-
munity resources and learn
from others who are going through
similar
experi-
ences.
Support groups meet
monthly. To find out what
groups are meeting in the Greater
Mercer
County
area, call the helpline at 800-272-3900
or
visit
www.alz.org/nj.
Artists gather at railroad station
Artists gather to paint
and draw at the Hopewell
Railroad Station on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This is time to practice with other artists. There is
no fee. Bring art supplies
and projects. There are tables and chairs to use. Contact Huebner
Lucia at
Stout
grassfed-
beef@gmail.com to be put
on the email list or call 609466-0277. Send
items
to
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For details, call 609-8742163.
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STATE WE’RE IN
State targets illegal dumpers in parks, forests
By Michele S. Byers
It’s a gorgeous day, you’ve arrived at your favorite park and are looking forward to a hike, some bird-watching, photography and soaking in the sights and sounds of nature. You’ve gone a short distance when you come across - yikes! - a pile of construction debris, an old refrigerator, bags of trash and other junk. This scene is encountered by New Jersey outdoor lovers all too often. But it’s one that the state is working to combat through a beefed-up enforcement and awareness campaign. This month is the third anniversary of “Don’t Waste Our Open Space,” a coordinated effort launched by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection in response to increased dumping on the state’s natural lands. “Public lands all over New Jersey are being used as dumping grounds,” according to the Department of Environmental Protection. “Litter, garbage bags, tires, televisions, electronic waste, appliances, yard waste and construction debris are being dumped and threatening our local environment, animals and public.” The state owns and manages more than 170 parks, forests, wildlife management areas and preserves on some 813,000 acres of open space in this state we’re in. Not only does illegal dumping mar the natural beauty of these lands, it can cost taxpayers a lot of money to clean up. It also jeopardizes public health when hazardous chemicals are dumped. Since the start of the “Don’t Waste Our Open Space” campaign, State Park Police and Division of Fish and Wildlife conservation officers have arrested more than 130 people. Investigations have been initiated in all 21 counties. Those nabbed in the past year include a Mercer County man charged with dumping drums of dry-cleaning chemicals along the towpath at the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park; a hauler who allegedly collected trash from a park site in Philadelphia and dumped it in a Gloucester County wildlife management area; and a Passaic County man accused of discarding a couch at Allamuchy Mountain State Park in Sussex County. Owners of abandoned boats, trailers, campers and motor vehicles have also been caught. Technology is assisting in the crackdown, as State Park Police and conservation officers have installed motion-sensor cameras in strategic locations. The Department of Environmental Protection has created an app to allow park visitors to take photos on their phones and submit them directly to enforcement officers. Visitors without smartphones can call 1-877-WARNDEP to report possible violations. Hats off to the state for clamping down on illegal dumping! Hopefully, the combination of better surveillance, citizen assistance, more arrests and stiffer penalties will discourage would-be polluters from dumping their waste at taxpayer expense. And to learn more about preserving New Jersey’s land and natural resources, visit the New Jersey Conservation Foundation website at www.njconservation.org or contact me at info@njconservation.org.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Introduced budget an ‘improvement’ To the editor:
I am writing in regard to recent HVN articles on Hopewell Township’s 2017 budget. First and foremost, I want to commend Mayor Kuchinski and the entire township committee for delivering a fiscally responsible budget that limits our 2017 tax increase to 1.7 percent. Over the past two years of Democratic leadership, the committee has lowered the average annual tax increase to less than 1.2 percent, which is well-below the state’s 2 percent cap, not to mention the +6.3 percent average increases from 2012 to 2015 under Republican leadership. This is a big improvement. Like a homeowner with a home equity loan costing 3.5 percent, it does not make sense to keep extra monies in a low-interest savings account earning less than 1 percent. These monies are better-used to reduce debt. By not taking out new debt to fund $1.55 million in new capital equipment in 2017, township residents will save an additional $360,000 in interest costs over time. The township’s recent partnership with the school district has freed up $2 million that now can be returned to taxpayers, and I for one am glad to see it being returned vs. being held in township accounts. Second, I wanted to dispute the HVN reporter’s focusing almost solely on “concerns arising over budget surplus risk.” I attended the March 27 township committee meeting where the budget was introduced, and I listened to numerous residents who spoke out in favor of the budget and its prudent return of excess surplus to residents through reduced debt. (Did the reporter and I attend the same meeting?) Michele S. Byers is executive director of The only objector I heard was Harvey the New Jersey Conservation Foundation in Lester. Mr. Lester, who famously Morristown. switched parties in 2015 so that he could become mayor, is once again proving how little he knows about budget manwww.hopewellvalleynews.com agement. After he voted three times for Founded in 1956 by Harry A. Richard significant tax increases, residents voted Serving Pennington, Hopewell Borough and Hopewell Township Bernard Kilgore, Group Publisher 1955-1967 him out in 2015. While he has every right Mary Louise Kilgore Beilman, Board Chairman 1967-2005 to speak, the HVN reporter is ignoring other viewpoints. Andrew Martins Michele Nesbihal Managing Editor
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Unite to prevent heart disease and stroke in women To the editor:
We are residents of Hopewell Township and are writing in support of the 2017 Hopewell Township budget that was introduced last month. It is great to see our committee members working across party lines to deliver increased fiscal dis-
because 80 percent of cardiac and stroke
events may be prevented with education and action.
The American Heart Association Go
Red For Women movement, nationally
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inspires women to make lifestyle changes, mobilize communities and
shape policies to save lives. United, we
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Through the outreach and efforts of
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and stroke each day. We Go Red to help
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As chairwoman of the 15th Annual
Garden State Go Red For Women Lunch-
eon, I want women across the state to be
more aware of their heart health. The luncheon, set for Friday, May 19 at the Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village, will
help raise critical funds for the nation’s
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Together, we can prevent heart disease and stroke. It’s time to put our hearts into it and Go Red For Women. For more in-
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‘Dismissed’ from Hopewell Museum To the editor:
The first week in February 2017, I was
To the editor:
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cipline and lower taxes. Together, the Committee has held the line on annual municipal tax increases in 2016, and now again in 2017. Over the past two years, they have lowered the average annual tax increase to less than 1.2 percent, which is well-below New Jersey’s 2 percent cap, not to mention the more than 6.3 percent average increases we saw from 2012 to 2015. This is a big step in the right direction. And the Township’s broader initiative to lower borrowing and reduce debt levels will save additional monies in 2018 and beyond. It is notable that in 2017, Hopewell Township will pay off over $6 million in debt, a reduction of almost 10 percent in just one year. Like a homeowner with a home equity line of credit with a variable rate, it is critical that we begin reducing our loan balance as interest rates rise. Finally, we wanted to address the hollow protests on surplus usage from Harvey Lester, the failed township committee candidate from 2015. After working closely with the school district over the past several months, the township determined that $2 million in savings could be achieved by shifting the timing of its payments to the schools in July and August to better align with when township taxes are paid. This action reduced the amount of money the Township needs to carry in its surplus fund (which functions much like a checking/savings account) to cover these summer payments. It is absolutely appropriate that these monies are now being returned to residents. Even with these moves, the township expects to finish 2017 with a surplus balance almost 30 percent above the past 20year average of $8 million. To not return these monies to taxpayers would be akin to asking residents to agree to being taxed at a higher rate, just so the township could hold another $2 million dollars in a savings account earning less than 1 percent interest. That makes no sense. We spoke out in support of the 2017 budget on March 27, and ask you to join us in supporting its final adoption later this month.
Our mothers, daughters, sisters and friends are at risk. Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year—more than all cancers combined. Fortunately, we can change that
dismissed without notice from the Hopewell Museum. I did not resign. I joined the staff under Alice Blackwell in 1969.
Thank you to the many visitors for sharing their time, stories and gifts. Beverly A. Weidl
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Events at the Pennington Public Library include: NoveList Information Session: Find Books That Match Your Reading Style: Finished a great book and looking for more? You can discover your next favorite read with the library catalog and our reader’s advisory resource, NoveList. Stop by one of our brief information sessions to learn how to browse books by genre, find a read-alike, and more. Sessions will be tailored to your specific needs. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a $25 bookstore gift card. Registration preferred: kha@penningtonlibrary.or g. March 1 - April 21, Wed. at 2 p.m., Thur at 7 p.m., Fri at 4 p.m.; Length 15-20 min. Also by appt. Film & Discussion Landfill Harmonic: A Symphony of the Human Spirit: “Landfill Harmonic” follows the Recycled Orchestra of Cateura, a Paraguayan musical group that plays instruments made entirely out of garbage at the Kenneth Kai Tai Yen Humanities Building at The Pennington School. As this group takes its inspiring spectacle of trash-into-music around the world, we follow the lives of a garbage picker, a music teacher and a group of children from a Paraguayan slum. Landfill Harmonic is a beautiful story about the transformative power of music, which also highlights two vital issues of our times: poverty and waste. Discussion leader/artist: TBA. Co-sponsored by the Pennington Public Library and the Hopewell Valley Arts Council. Special
thanks to The Pennington School for their space. Free screening. Registration: kha@penningtonlibrary.or g. Sunday, April 30 at 3 p.m., 84 min College Options & Strategies for the Average Student: With over 30 years experience as an educator, Bobbi Hannmann understands the challenge that academic decisions can create for parents and for students. Bobbi’s goal is to simplify the process, encouraging the student to discover how special he or she is and how to convey this special personality as an applicant. Registration: kha@penningtonlibrary.or g Sunday, May 7 at 3 p.m. Your SHIP Has Come In: Medicare Talk: The NJ State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) offers free, confidential and impartial advice on the different parts of Medicare, when and how to enroll and what programs are on offer to help with the costs of Medicare. We have a fleet of trained SHIP counselors ready to help with Medicare questions. This session provides an overview of Medicare in 2017. Registration: kha@penningtonlibrary.or g. Monday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. Ongoing: Adult book discussion group: First Thursdays at 2 p.m. Drop by the monthly book discussion group for conversation. Registration is not necessary; all welcome. Too-Busy-for-Books book club: Second Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Designed for busy people, this club will read only a short work, one classic novel per month — nothing longer
than 120 pages. English language conversation sessions: Tutor Bambi Hegedus will lead relaxed and informal sessions on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Participants should have some knowledge of English. Emphasis will be on learning practical phrases and will be determined by the needs of participants. Color Me Calm: Research shows that coloring can be relaxing. Many adults in need of a break from stress are finding peace inside the blank spaces of a coloring page. The library will have coloring pages and supplies in the New Jersey Room and to enjoy this activity as a way to de-stress or just let your inner child out. Story Time with Ms. Kim: Treat your child and yourself to a morning out with rhymes, music, a small craft, and a read aloud that brings books to life! Story times have many benefits for children including: hearing another adult read, watching other children get engaged in a story, and exposure to a wide variety of authors and writing styles. Geared for children age 2-4, siblings and babies welcome. Wednesdays at 11 a.m., except last week of the month. Brazilian Portuguese Story Time: For children ages birth to 3 years. Join us for some fun with Brazilian Portuguese stories, songs and rhymes led by local volunteer Ms. Patricia Veldink. Last Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Events at the Hopewell Township branch, Mercer County Library, at 245 P e n n i n g t o n - Ti t u s v i l l e Road, next to Hopewell
Valley Central High School): Learn to download: Register for a 30-minute session with a librarian for one-on-one guidance in downloading free audio and eBooks from eLibraryNJ, streaming free movies, TV shows, music and audiobooks from hoopla, accessing online periodicals with Flipster, or using Freegal to stream or download music or stream videos. To make an appointment, email avanscoy@mcl.org or call 609-737-2610. Judy Michaels, recipient of the 2015 New Jersey Poets Prize, and Lois Marie Harrod, who has published 16 poetry collections, will join young poets from local schools for a Poetry Reading at the library on Sunday, April 23 at 3 p.m.. Please note the special Sunday scheduling. Stop by the Hopewell Branch Library and listen to some cool jazz with musicians from Hopewell Valley Vineyards during Thursday Night Jazz on Thursday, April 27 at 7 p.m. Resume reviews are available by appointment. Call Andrea Merrick at 609-737-2610 to register for a convenient time for help in creating or reviewing your resume. One-on-one help with library digital resources, like e-books, audiobooks and movies, is available by appointment. Call 609737-2610 or email avanscoy@mcl.org. Those who have something to put in the display case should contact Karen Taylor-Ogren at 609-7372610. If you have old Centralogues you’re thinking
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In a rush of excitement, more than 100 children gathered naturally dyed eggs on Saturday at the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association’s holiday celebration. About 240 hard-boiled eggs were colored with beets, carrots, red cabbage, grapes, turmeric and other natural dyes.
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PARSIPPANY - Senate President Steve Sweeney and Senator Joe Pennacchio joined with local officials, educators, advocates and parents in a community forum in Parsippany to discuss the importance of acting to ensure the state’s school funding formula distributes state aid fairly and equitably. Senator Sweeney and Senator Pennacchio joined with other participants in the forum in stressing the importance of acting quickly to get a reform plan in place. “The problems caused by the lopsided funding system become worse year after year,” said Senator Pennacchio. “It puts a severe strain on the schools that are treated unfairly, undermining our ability to support our schools fully and putting more pressure on local taxpayers. I join the chorus of educators and advocates in urging state leaders to follow through on the commitment to making needed reforms.” Senator Pennacchio has advocated for a number of reforms to the state school funding formula, including the full state funding of extraordinary special education costs that can impose a heavy burden on school
within Senator Bateman’s district, is the eighth most underfunded school district in New Jersey. “A lot has changed in Manville since the State enacted the School Funding Reform Act in 2008,” Senator Bateman said. “Years of underfunding have forced the school district to cut programs and lay off dedicated teachers, despite steady enrollment. Severe flooding events have caused property values to plummet. Businesses and families are leaving because they can’t afford skyrocketing flood insurance premiums on top of a mortgage and rising property taxes. “If the SFRA was distributing aid as intended, Manville families would be getting the property tax relief they need to stay in their homes, and their children would have a fair shot at a quality education. We need a fair school funding forto ensure that every Bateman calls for mula town, especially communischool funding ties like Manville that have lost so much of their tax reform base, get the State aid they Senator Kip Bateman deserve and not a penny (R-16) said that Manville less.” Mayor Richard Onderko’s testimony at a bipartisan school funding roundtable in Parsippany April 17 demonstrates the urgent Continued from Page 1A need to reform the state’s ices could quickly open to broken school funding for- get fire trucks or ambumula. lances through there,” he Manville, a borough said. “It would also require constructing a turnaround or a cul-de-sac on each side of the gate.” 28-29 at 8 p.m., and April 23 and 30 at 2 Swanson specified that p.m. Ticket information is available at closing the roadway would www.wigandbuckle.com. only be done for vehicular —traffic. Bicyclists and pedesDelaware Valley University is pleased to trians would still be allowed announce that Kristin Olszuk, of to travel along the road. Hopewell Township AdHopewell, has enrolled as a new student for ministrator Paul Pogorzelski fall 2017. explained that some of the
budgets and property taxpayers. Senator Sweeney, other legislators, educators, advocacy groups and local officials have identified two add-ons to the state’s school funding formula as “fatal flaws” that cause a lopsided distribution of aid. “We need to follow through on all the work that has been done in identifying the problems with the current formula and in creating a plan to address them,” said Senator Sweeney. “We have solutions we just need to act in a timely way to put them in place.” The school funding law of 2008 was altered to include provisions that have prevented districts with increased student enrollment from receiving fair compensation at the same time other school systems are over compensated with so-called “hold harmless” aid that gives them money for students they don’t have. The two add-ons were intended to be temporary but continue to be funded eight years later, exacerbating a disparity that leaves some districts with as little as 40 percent funding while others get 140 percent or more of the formula aid. Senator Sweeney is also advocating for an increase in state support of $100 million a year for five years. In addition to the $500 million in increased aid, the
$600 million in adjustment aid that is now overfunding some districts would be reallocated. This redistribution of hold harmless adjustment aid to underfunded school districts will help to eliminate the enrollment growth cap that discriminates against growing school districts in both cities and suburbs. The Senate created a special bipartisan committee to examine the state’s school funding system and to make recommended reforms. The study committee will also assess the impact of tax growth on the ability of school districts to fund their schools, evaluate special education services, look at perpupil administrative costs, the fairness of the current equalized valuation and income measure, and the impact of property tax abatements. It will also look for recommendations to lower property taxes.
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Emily Nyby of Hopewell, is participating in Wig and Buckle Theater Company’s spring production of the play “Amadeus.” Nyby is a graduate of Hopewell Valley Central High School and is pursuing a bachelor of music in audio and music production. Nyby is running sound for the show. Show dates and times are April 21-22 and
“Manville receives less state aid this year than we received back in 2010, even with student enrollment up over 100 students,” Mayor Onderko said. “A positive school aid adjustment would help stabilize property taxes and allow for a quality education to be offered to our students without cutting curriculum and teachers. Unfortunately, we cannot wait 3-5 years for a new funding school formula. Manville may be the ‘forgotten town’ when it comes to flood mitigation. We cannot afford to become the ‘forgotten town’ in acquiring more State aid for our schools.” “I commend Mayor Onderko for speaking out on behalf of the 10,000 Manville residents who cope with the financial impact of this crisis every day,” Senator Bateman said. “My colleagues in the Senate are working hard on a bipartisan basis to fix the formula now. It’s time for the Assembly Leadership to come to the table. Families in Manville, and underfunded school districts statewide, can’t afford to wait any longer for school funding reform.”
study group‘s recommendations would require approval or permits from the state Department of Transportation (NJDOT). Mayor Kevin Kuchinski said he would like to see what NJDOT would deem allowable first before crafting the resolution and ordinance documents that thaht township committee would have to approve before implementing some or all the the recommendations. “I think we want to know what is possible,” Kuchinski said.
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RELIGIOUS NOTES worship schedule is at 8 a.m. for Holy Eucharist Rite I and at 10 a.m. for Choral Holy Eucharist Rite II. The Sunday morning
St. Matthew’s Episcopal — The church is at 300 S. Main St., Pennington, across from Toll Gate Grammar School. Sunday
children’s program for ages 4 years through 8th grade, meets during the 10 a.m. service. Nursery care is also provided for children under
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4. The Rev. Barbara King Briggs is the rector. Questions? Call 609-737-0985 or visit www.stmatthewspennington.org. First Baptist, Pennington — Sunday services begin at 11 a.m. The Rev. Malik McKinley Sr. is interim pastor. The church is at the corner of Crawley Avenue and Academy Street in Pennington. For information, call 609-303-0129. Pennington United Methodist — Sunday services at the church start at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Daniel Casselberry is pastor. Nursery care provided for infants and children younger than age 4. Sunday school for adults and children age 5 and older starts at 9 a.m. The church offers a variety of services designed to help those with special needs. It is wheelchair accessible via an elevator. Individual wireless hearing aids are available, as is handicapped parking. The church 60 S. Main St. has off-street parking. For information, call the church office at 609-7371374 or visit www.pumcnj.com. St. James R. C. Church — The church is at 115 E. Delaware Ave., Pennington. The chapel is on Eglantine Avenue. Masses are held Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 8, 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held in the chapel at 9 a.m. Monday through Saturday. The sacrament of reconciliation is held
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NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. 802 was introduced and passed on first reading at a meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Hopewell, County of Mercer, on April 6, 2017, and that second reading/public hearing will be held on May 4, 2017 at 7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as possible, at the Hopewell Borough Council meeting to be held at the Hopewell Borough Hall, 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, at which time all persons interested shall be given the opportunity to be heard on the Ordinance.
NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED The Township of Hopewell, County of Mercer, has awarded a contract without competitive bidding as a professional service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11 5(1)(a). The contract and the resolution authorizing it are available for public inspection in the office of the Municipal Clerk.
Copies of this ordinance are available in the Municipal clerk's office. AWARDED TO: SERVICES: BY ORDER OF THE BOROUGH COUNCIL TIME PERIOD: CONTRACT AMOUNT:
Michele Hovan Borough Administrator/Clerk Summary of Ordinance No. 802: An ordinance to provide for and determine the rate of compensation and schedule of minimum and maximum salaries for officers and employees of the Borough of Hopewell.
Banisch Associates, Inc. Planning Services to update the Open Space and Recreation Plan element of the Master Plan April 12, 2017 to December 31, 2017 Not to Exceed $7,000.00
Laurie E. Gompf Municipal Clerk HVN, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $19.53
HVN, 1x 4/21/17 Fee: $21.39 NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. 803 was introduced and passed on first reading at a Regular Meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Hopewell, County of Mercer, on April 6, 2017, and that second reading/public hearing will be held on May 4, 2017 at 7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as possible, at Hopewell Borough Hall, 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, at which time all persons interested shall be given the opportunity to be heard on the Ordinance.
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION Notice is hereby given that Ordinance No. 804 was introduced and passed on first reading at a meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Hopewell, County of Mercer, on April 6, 2017, and that second reading/public hearing will be held on May 4, 2017 at 7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as possible, at the Hopewell Borough Council meeting to be held at the Hopewell Borough Hall, 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ, at which time all persons interested shall be given the opportunity to be heard on the Ordinance.
Copies of this ordinance are available in the Municipal clerk's office.
Copies of this ordinance are available in the Municipal clerk's office.
Summary of Ordinance No. 803: Ordinance to Exceed the Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits and to Establish a CAP Bank (N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14)
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HUNTERDON COUNTY SHERIFF'S SALE 3204 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION,HUNTERDON COUNTY DOCKET # F-58365-10
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOROUGH OF HOPEWELL IN THE COUNTY OF MERCER, STATE OF NEW JERSEY RELATING TO SEWER RATES AND AMENDING "THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE BOROUGH OF HOPEWELL, 1975," AS AMENDED BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Hopewell, County of Mercer, State of New Jersey, as follows: Section 1. Section 17-1a, Rates for Sewer use of Chapter XVII of "The Revised General Ordinances of the Borough of Hopewell, 1975," is amended to read as follows: "a. The following charges and rents shall be imposed for premises connected to the sanitary sewer system of the Borough. The charges and rents shall be computed from the amount and use of water taken from the water mains, during the preceding quarter, as measured by the reading of the water meter for the premises served. For Water Taken Each Quarter Rates Effective April 5, 2017
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BETWEEN: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE vs JANE C. COLLASO Execution for sale of mortgaged premises By virtue of a Writ of Execution in the above stated action to me directed and delivered, I shall expose for sale at public vendue and sell to the highest bidder on: Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon prevailing time, at the Sheriff's Office, 8 Court Street, Borough of Flemington, that is to say: Property to be sold is located in the CITY OF LAMBERTVILLE County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey Premises commonly known as: 215 HOLCOMBE WAY
Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect on April 5, 2017, upon its final passage and publication as provided by law. HB, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $42.78
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Dimensions: (approx): 114.00' X 66.60' Nearest Cross Street: MCDOWELL DRIVE The foregoing concise description does not constitute a full legal description of the property of which a full legal description may be found in the Office of the Hunterdon County Sheriff. The Sheriff hereby reserves the right to adjourn this sale without further publication. The approximate amount due, on the above execution is the sum of $718,315.92 together with lawful interest and costs of this sale. A deposit of 20% of the purchase price in cash or certified funds is required at the Close of the sale.
HUNTERDON COUNTY SHERIFF'S SALE 3193 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION, HUNTERDON COUNTY DOCKET # F-011913-16 BETWEEN: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY vs JOSEPH AMON, ET AL. Execution for sale of mortgaged premises By virtue of a Writ of Execution in the above stated action to me directed and delivered, I shall expose for sale at public vendue and sell to the highest bidder on: Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon prevailing time, at the Sheriff's Office, 8 Court Street, Borough of Flemington, that is to say:
THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO : Any unpaid taxes, water and sewer charges and liens. You must check with the Tax Collector for exact amounts due. Also subject to the amount of real estate taxes due. This sale is also subject to prior mortgages and judgments, if any(none known) and any existing open building permit(s) issued, if any by the municipality. You must check with the construction official for the status of permit(s). SURPLUS MONEY: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. FREDERICK W. BROWN, SHERIFF HUNTERDON COUNTY ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF ECKERT SEAMANS CHERIN &MELLOTT, LLC (914) 949-2909 DATED: October 27, 2015 HVN, 1x, 4/14/17, 4/21/17, 4/28/17, 5/5/17 Fee: $212.04 Aff: $15.00
Property to be sold is located in the CITY OF LAMBERTVILLE County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey
TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION
Premises commonly known as: 17 CORYELL STREET Tax lot 30 IN BLOCK 1035
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on May 3rd, 2017, at 7:30 p.m., in the Main Meeting Room of the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, 201 Washington Crossing – Pennington Road, Titusville, New Jersey 08560, the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Township of Hopewell (“Board”) will hold a public hearing on the application submitted by the undersigned (“Applicant”).
Dimensions: (approx): 22' X 85' Nearest Cross Street: UNION STREET The foregoing concise description does not constitute a full legal description of the property of which a full legal description may be found in the Office of the Hunterdon County Sheriff. The Sheriff hereby reserves the right to adjourn this sale without further publication. The approximate amount due, on the above execution is the sum of $446,105.63 together with lawful interest and costs of this sale. A deposit of 20% of the purchase price in cash or certified funds is required at the Close of the sale. Taxes current through 1st Quarter of 2017 plus interest on these figures through date of payoff and any and all subsequent taxes, water and sewer amounts. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. FREDERICK W. BROWN, SHERIFF HUNTERDON COUNTY ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF STERN & EISENBERG, PC (609) 397-9200 DATED: February 21, 2017 HVN, 1x, 4/7/17, 4/14/17, 4/21/17, 4/28/17 Fee: $212.04 Aff: $15.00
Applicant seeks a HARDSHIP VARIANCE from the requirements of the Township’s Land Use and Development Ordinance so as to permit construction of a new residence on an existing undersized lot. The Applicant seeks variance relief for the required minimum lot area and minimum lot width. These two (2) conditions are existing and will not be exacerbated by the applicant. Also, due to the narrowness of the lot, the applicant is requesting a variance from the required minimum side yard. The ordinance requires a minimum side yard of 40 feet and the applicant is proposing 10 feet. The premises involved in this application is located at 1266 Bear Tavern Road designated as Block 62, Lot 50 on the Hopewell Township Tax Map. The property is located in the Township’s R-100 Zoning District. In addition to the variances referred to above, Applicant will also seek any and all other variances, waivers or relief that the Board may deem to be necessary or appropriate in connection with this application. At said hearing, any and all interested parties may appear, either in person or through counsel, and present any questions, comments and/or objections they may have regarding this application. The application, plans and other documents and materials relating to this application are available for public inspection in the Zoning Office at the Township Municipal Building during regular business hours. Ned Roba, Applicant HVN, 1x, 4/21/17 Fee: $34.41 Aff: $15.00
Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon. The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Deacon Moore Hank, pastoral associate can be reached at 609737-0122. The fax is 609-737-6912. Nancy Lucash in the office of religious education/adult faith formation/RCIA can be reached at 609-737-2717. Visit stjamespennington.org for more information. Hopewell United Methodist —The Morning Worship begins at 10 a.m. Rev. Kate Hillis will be giving the morning message. A nursery is provided for infants and toddlers at that time. Children’s Sunday school meets during the morning worship service. The church at 20 Blackwell Ave. offers a blend of contemporary and traditional worship styles. It is handicap accessible. For information, contact Pastor Hillis at 609-466-0471 or visit www.hopewellmethodist.org. Hopewell Presbyterian — Worship starts at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday. Childcare is provided during the worship service. The church is handicapped accessible with an elevator to all three levels. Call the church office at 609-466-0758 or visit www.hopewellpresbyterian.org. The church is at the intersection of West Broad and Louellen streets. Second Calvary Baptist — The regular Sunday schedule is Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship is at 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Bible study and prayer is at 7 p.m. The pastor is the Rev. Michael Diggs Sr. The church at Columbia and Maple avenues can be reached by phone at 609466-0862. The fax number is 609-466-4229. Calvary Baptist — Sunday worship and Sunday school meets at 10 a.m. Nursery is offered during worship. The Rev. Dennis O’Neill is pastor. Philip Orr is the minister of music. The church is at 3 E. Broad St., Hopewell Borough, near the corner of East Broad Street and North Greenwood Avenue. A chair lift is available to the sanctuary. Call 609-466-1880 for more information or visit www.calvarybaptisthopewell.org. St. Alphonsus R. C. Church — Mass is celebrated Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held at 7 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Donna Millar is the coordinator of religious education and faith formation. The church is located at the corner of Princeton Avenue and East Prospect Street in Hopewell Borough. Questions? Call 609466-0332. For information, visit http://stalphonsushopewell.org. Pennington Presbyterian — Rev. Nancy Mikoski and Rev. David Hallgren are pastors. Child care is available starting at 8:45 a.m. The Christian Education hour is at 9:00 a.m., and worship service begins at 10:15 a.m. PPC also offers youth groups for junior high through high school students, and several senior focused programs. There are monthly local mission projects. Call the church office at 609-737-1221 or visit pennpres.org or see Facebook.com/PennPres. First Presbyterian of Titusville — The church
welcomes everyone in Christian fellowship on Sundays. At 9:30 a.m., Kids Connection classes will take place in the Youth Room, located in the Bannerman Building. Morning worship is at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary with the Rev. Kenneth Good preaching. Immediately following worship there is a time of fellowship and refreshments in the Heritage Room. At 11 a.m. the Adult Education class meets in the Heritage Room. All events at the First Presbyterian Church of Titusville are free, unless otherwise noted and open to the public. The church is at 48 River Drive along the banks of the Delaware River. More info is at www.titusvill e c h u r c h . o r g , facebook.com/titusvillechurch or by calling 609737-1385. Bethel AME Church Sunday service begins at 11 a.m. The pastor is Rev. Dr. Angela M. Battle. The Bethel AME Church is located at 246 South Main Street in Pennington. The phone number is 609-7370922. Visit the church’s website at bethelpennington.org for more information on future services and upcoming events. Titusville United Methodist — Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. Sunday School is held for preschool children through fifth grade during worship; nursery is available for younger children. The Rev. John Morrison is pastor. Questions? Call 609737-2622 or visit www.gbgm-umc.org/titusvillenj. The church is at the intersection of Church Road and River Road (Route 29) in Titusville. St. George R. C. Church — The Church of Saint George, 1370 River Road (Route 29) Titusville, holds Masses on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 11 a.m. Daily Mass is Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation is Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:10 p.m. the Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Sr. Dorothy Jancola is the pastoral associate. The religious education office phone is 609-730-1703. Parish phone is 609-7372015. Abiding Presence Lutheran — Regular worship services are held at 5:30 p.m. Saturdays and 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. on Sundays. Nursery care is provided during the Sunday worship service and Sunday school. The church is at 2220 Pennington Road, just south of I-95 at the corner of Rockleigh Drive and Pennington Road. For information, contact Pastor Becky Resch at 609-882-7759. St. Peter Lutheran — Worship services are held Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Contemporary worship is the third Sunday of each month at the 8 a.m. service only. The church is at the corner of routes 518 and 579 in Hopewell Township. The Rev. Stephen Gewecke is pastor. For more information about the church, call 609466-0939, or visit www.stpeternj.org. Ascension Lutheran — The church is at 900 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, Pa. Sundays, worship starts at 10 a.m. Fellowship starts at 11 a.m. Nursery care for infant through kindergarten is available. Women of Ascension and/or the Prayer Shawl See RELIGIOUS, Page 11A
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Science education is a national priority for all By Jim Waltman
A new concern is about to take center stage in Washington. Consternation that our national government is dismissing science, rejecting evidence-based decision-making, and poised to make drastic cuts to funding for research has prompted a national “March for Science� on Earth Day (April 22). The event, to be held in Washington, DC and in Princeton, Trenton and other locations around the country, is aimed at both celebrating and defending science. Organizers hope that the March for Science will affect how policy-makers consider and make decisions on an array of pressing national issues. Another core concern of the March is the quality of science education in our schools—an issue that has long been a national priority. Students in the United States have consistently received mediocre ratings in STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and math) compared to their counterparts in other nations, which has led to fears of declining global economic competitiveness. In response to these fears, new approaches to teaching science have emerged. The Watershed Association has made it a high priority to work with New Jersey schools to improve science education by helping them implement a new strategy called the “Next Generation Science Standards� (NGSS). NGSS places a greater emphasis on scientific inquiry and hands-on learning, and much less focus on simply memorizing facts and terms. NGSS was created by the National Research Council, the National Science Teachers Association, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and an organization called Achieve, in collaboration with more than two dozen states and other stakeholders in science, science education, higher education, and industry. The program represents a shift in how we think about education from the traditional model of teaching students factual information to a new approach that challenges them to think critically and attempt to address real world issues. The new standards entail the teaching of eight scientific “practices,� which include asking questions and defining problems, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, engaging in argument from evidence, designing solutions and communicating information. A recent column in Education Week by researcher Kirsten Daehler suggests that or-
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ganizations like the Watershed can play a critical role in implementing NGSS. Daehler writes that “many districts and schools lack the in-house expertise to ensure teachers are thoroughly grounded in life, earth, and physical science. To make up for this deficit, many local education agencies have successfully partnered with outside organizations to provide content expertise that complements in house support from district instructional coaches, lead teachers, and staff developers.� Watershed education staff have steeped themselves in NGSS, participating in several training seminars over the past two years on the new standards. This past fall, our staff teamed with teachers from John Witherspoon Middle School in Princeton, Timberlane Middle School in Hopewell and New Brunswick Middle School to develop and deliver NGSS-aligned, full-day programs. Princeton teacher Connie Escher was extremely enthusiastic about the experience her school had at the Watershed Center, saying, “We have a diversity of learners that were all engaged. It was the best field trip I’ve experienced as a teacher. It was clear that Watershed naturalists had a huge impact in designing the curriculum.� The issues of water pollution, flooding and drought—the heart of the Watershed’s mission—lend themselves nicely to NGSS investigation and instruction, for either a single day program or sustained focus over a full school year. This summer, our Watershed Science & Stewardship Academy will apply the same NGSS principles in working with high school students to address several different environmental challenges. We are also working in partnership with Princeton University and Rider University to present the Watershed Science Teachers Academy this summer to help area teachers understand and prepare for the NGSS. The Watershed endorses the advocacy for science and evidence-based policy-making that will take place at the national March for Science on April 22. But we are also committed to improving the way that science is taught in our schools. Jim Waltman is the Executive Director of the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association. The Watershed is a member-supported non-profit organization that works to keep water clean, safe and healthy in central New Jersey. For more information about the Watershed, including how to volunteer and donate to its efforts, and how your school can engage with the Watershed in NGSS science programming visit www.thewatershed.org or call 609-737-3735.
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Religious Continued from Page 10A Ministry meet every other Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. For information, call 215-497-0447 or visit www.ascensionweb.org. Princeton Community — The regular service is at 10 a.m. Nursery care and classes for children through the fifth grade are provided. There are weekly programs for teens. Princeton Community Church is at 2300 Pennington Road, Pennington. Visit online at www.princetonchurch.com. Questions? Call 609-7301114. First Assembly of God — The regular service schedule is Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday morning prayer meeting, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday family night, 7 p.m. Special needs accommodations are available. Child care and children’s church are held Sundays for infants through fifth grade beginning at 9:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings for all ages. The church is at 87 Route 31, Pennington. Questions? Call 609-7372282. Central Baptist — The
church is at 2015 Pennington Road (Route 31), Ewing. Call 609-882-0337 for information. Har Sinai Temple — This is a Reform temple at 2421 Pennington Road at Denow Road West in Hopewell Township. Friday Shabbat services begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 609-730-8100 or visit www.harsinai.org. Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing — The Rev. Kimberly Wildszewski, of Lambertville, is settled minister of the church at 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville. Services are at 9:15 and 11 a.m. Sunday children’s religious education and child care are available. Adult enrichment classes are open to guests. For info, call 609-737-0515 or visit www.uucwc.org. His Harvest of Souls Ministries — The nondenominational church holds worship services the first and third Sundays at 3 p.m. and the second and fourth Thursdays at 6 p.m. The church is at the Harbourton Community Church in Harbourton village, 1516 Harbourton-Rocktown Road, Hopewell Township. For
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The Sixties Spectacular is coming to the State Theatre By Mike Morsch
uring the summer of 1967, music producer Jeff Katz had gone to a swim club to hear a band he hoped to sign to a record deal. He had gotten his hands on a demo the group had cut that contained four original songs, and Katz liked what he heard. Katz and Jerry Kasenetz were partners in a production company called Super K Productions, under the auspices of Buddha Records. Negotiations between Katz and the band went back and forth for a few months. By October 1967, the group had signed with Super K Productions/Buddha Records. “Probably a month later, in November, Katz said, ‘I’ve got this song I want you to record.’ And he played it for us,” says Frank Jeckell, whose band Jeckell and The Hydes had formed in New Jersey in 1966 and whose members would form the nucleus of the new band. “We said, ‘Well, that’s nice, but it wasn’t what our deal was. We were going to record our original material and move forward with that. That’s what you agreed to, right?’” Katz brushed off the concern. “He goes, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah, but I think this is a hit. Can you guys take it and see what you can do with it?’” Jeckell says. “We had a little powwow, and the unanimous decision was that this song was a piece of crap, we want nothing to do with it and we’re not gonna touch it.” At the time, the band members were mostly all teenagers, with Jeckell being the oldest at 21. The others included Mark Gutkowski, Floyd Marcus, Pat Karwan and Steve Mortkowitz, all from Linden. As the oldest band member, though, Jeckell was the de facto voice of reason within the group. “I said, ‘Listen, yeah, you’re right, this is crap,’” Jeckell says. “‘We don’t want to play this kind of music. It’s stupid and it’s dumb. But if this is what they want us to do, what the hell, let’s just see what we can do with it and get it over with.’” So the band put together its version and it didn’t sound any better than the original demo tape that Katz had given them to listen to. “It was still a piece of crap and it wasn’t going to go anywhere,” Jeckell says. But then he had an idea: Why not give the song a “Wooly Bully” feel? “Wooly Bully” was a single from an album of the same name by Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs that sold 3 million copies and reached No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart a few years earlier in June 1965. So that’s what the band did. It gave a “Wooly Bully” feel to the song that Katz was certain was going to be a hit. And then the band members took it to Katz for a listen. “Jeff jumped out of his chair and yelled, ‘That’s it!’ And in December, we recorded it,” Jeckell says. As it turned out, Katz was right. By January 1968, the single “Simon Says,” by his new band, the 1910 Fruitgum Company, went to No. 4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and got as high as No. 2 on the charts in both the United Kingdom and Australia. Not only that, but the song is often cited as one of the songs that helped establish what was to be known as the “bubblegum pop” genre of music. The 1910 Fruitgum Company (“Simon Says” and “1, 2, 3 Redlight”), with original member Jeckell on guitar, will be on the bill for the Spring Sixties Spectacular show, April 29 at the State Theatre in New Brunswick. The show will also feature other hitmakers from the 1960s, including Peter Noone, original lead singer for Herman’s Hermits (“Mrs. Brown You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter” and “I’m Henry VIII, I Am”); B.J. Thomas (“Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” and “Rock and
Roll Lullaby”); and Dennis Tufano, original lead singer of the Buckinghams (“Kind of a Drag” and “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy”). It’s been just more than 50 years since the Chicagobased Buckinghams had their first and only No. 1 hit single, “Kind of a Drag,” written by fellow Chicagoan Jim Holvay and released by the Buckinghams in December 1966. The song reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in February 1967 and eventually sold more than 1 million copies. “We were doing covers at the time and we immediately connected with the song because we were excited that we had original material to do,” says Tufano, who will be backed by the 1910 Fruitgum Company for this show. “The songs Jim Holvay was writing for his band, the Mob, at the time were more R&B flavored. But he felt this song wouldn’t lay into his band the best, so he was very happy to give us a try and see what we could do with it.” It turned out to be a big year for the Buckinghams after the success of “Kind of a Drag.” Throughout the rest of 1967, the band had four more Top 20 singles, including “Don’t You Care” at No. 6, “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy” at No. 5, “Hey Baby (They’re Playing Our Song)” at No. 12 and “Susan” at No 11. And according to Tufano, those songs still resonate with audiences today and he never tires of singing them. “I’m grateful for the songs we had,” he says. “We couldn’t have had better material to go out there and play. I can still sing these songs from my heart with real emotion and meaning. “But the fact is, the energy that the audience gives
The Sixties Spectacular at the State Theatre will feature performances by (from top) Dennis Tufano, the 1910 Fruitgum Company, and Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits.
you, because what they bring to the songs, is amazing history. And that’s what I love,” he said. “When I grab the microphone now, I’m 19 again.”
The Spring Sixties Spectacular will be at the State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, April 29, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $35-$85; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469.
Also Inside: Children’s music fave Laurie Berkner, in concert and in print • Actor Andrew McCarthy talks about his first novel
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BOOKS By Keith Loria
’80s Star Has a New Role Actor Andrew McCarthy will discuss his first YA novel at Barnes & Noble
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illions of people remember Andrew McCarthy from his performances in ‘80s favorites such as “St. Elmo’s Fire,” “Pretty in Pink” and “Weekend at Bernie’s,” but in addition to his movie roles, McCarthy has also found success on Broadway, as a TV director and more recently as a writer. In 2012, his travel memoir, “The Longest Way Home,” became a New York Times best seller and was named as one of the best books of the year by the Financial Times of London. He’s also served as guest editor for the prestigious Best American Travel series and is an editor-at-large at “National Geographic Traveler.” Last month, McCarthy released his first novel, “Just Fly Away,” a young-adult thriller that is written from the perspective of a 15-year-old girl named Lucy. “I had been writing a different book; I spent seven to eight years writing about a man who had a child out of wedlock and kept the secret from his family, and my favorite character was always the 15-year-old daughter,” McCarthy says. “One day, I decided to change the perspective of it and started writing the story from her point of view, and I became an accidental YA author.” On April 25, McCarthy will be discussing his book at a reading and book signing at the Barnes & Noble at MarketFair in West Windsor. Although he has young kids of his own, McCarthy doesn’t have any teens. Once he started writing the story, he says, he heard the voice clearly and followed where it led. “When I finished, I gave the book to my 15-year-old neighbor and asked her to read it, and she said it sounded just like her and her friends, so that was a relief,” he says.
ing footsteps. His daughter Willow recently played the title role of Matilda on Broadway and his son, Sam, is currently filming the movie, “All These Small Moments,” where McCarthy’s former co-star Molly Ringwald will be playing his son’s mom. Although he himself has been concentrating more on directing over the last decade, including episodes of “Blacklist” and “Orange is the New Black,” last year he did get back into acting to take on the role of a troubled sex offender in ABC’s short-lived drama, “The Family.” “I hadn’t acted in a number of years before that and I Andrew McCarthy’s “Just Fly Away” is about a really loved it,” he says. “I forgot how much I really en15-year-old girl who discovers a secret about joyed acting so it was nice that I got to do it again. I would her father. like to do more of it, but I have been busy with directing.” Next month, McCarthy will get to work as producer and “It’s not based on anything I know; I don’t have a secret family out there or anything, but I wanted to write some- director of a 10-part series, “Condor” based the James thing about secrets and families and marriage and what se- Grady novel, “Six Days of the Condor,” which was adapted into a 1975 movie (“Three Days of the Condor”) starring crecy can do.” McCarthy spent years and wrote draft after draft of his Robert Redford. Until that project starts shooting, he’ll be original idea, but once the new format clicked, he said it on the road promoting “Just Fly Away.” “What’s really interesting is that I’ve had about two came much easier. “I knew the world; I knew the family, the town and all dozen people come up to me and tell me they have secret the secrets, so once I got inside her head, the rest was easy siblings, or their parents who they thought were step-parbecause I was so familiar with it,” he says. “The rest of ents are really biological parents, so there’s a lot of secrewhat I had worked on over the years is gone, and good rid- tive people out there,” he says. “I was surprised at how fairly not uncommon this all really is” dance in a certain way.” He was also surprised to learn that a majority of YA Although people have asked him what happens next to the character, McCarthy says he doesn’t see Lucy’s story readers are adults and that many of these books get into continuing because the book’s ending is strong. He does some serious issues. “It ain’t the Hardy Boys,” McCarthy says. “They are resay the story isn’t finished because “stories never are.” But that doesn’t mean he might not change his mind in ally dealing with some interesting subjects and social isthe future. And more can even come in the form of a dif- sues full-on and I think it’s great.” ferent medium. “I’m an actor and director and see things visually so I Andrew McCarthy will discuss and sign copies of his book, am sure as I was writing it, I could see it being a movie, so “Just Fly Away” at Barnes & Noble, 3535 Route 1, West Windsor, April 25, 7 p.m. For more information, go to barif it’s successful I can see that happening,” he says. Two of McCarthy’s three kids are following in his act- nesandnoble.com or call 609-750-9010.
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FAMILY FUN By Keith Loria
Stories and Songs for Kids Laurie Berkner will read her new book at Barnes & Noble, and sing at McCarter Theatre
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aurie Berkner has been a pioneer in children’s music over the last 20 years, responsible for such family favorites as “Bumblebee (Buzz Buzz),” “Victor Vito” and “Pig on Her Head.” In addition to being a children’s music superstar, Berkner is also an author, having penned three picture books that will be released by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers over the next two years. The first, “We Are the Dinosaurs” was recently released to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the release of her beloved “We Are the Dinosaurs“ song on her very first album. “When I’m writing a song, I’m thinking about whether the kids will like it and whether I’m going to connect to them through it,” says Berkner, who grew up in Princeton. “I’m also thinking about whether I want to sing it over and over again, so I guess that’s the part that connects with adults. ‘Old MacDonald Had A Farm’ is a great song for kids, but I couldn’t sing it 100 times!” On April 28, Berkner will be at Barnes & Noble in MarketFair, beginning at 6 p.m., to read her “We Are the Dinosaurs” book aloud, sing some favorite tunes and sign books at a meet-and-greet for fans. The next day, she will perform two concerts at McCarter Theatre in Princeton. The first will be at 11 a.m., and will be a relaxed performance, and then a show at 3 p.m. “On Friday, I’ll be doing a couple of songs and reading the book, and playing ‘We Are the Dinosaurs.’” Berkner says. “On Saturday morning, it’s a solo show, relaxed and sensory-friendly, and this will be my first time doing that. It’s about making the space friendly for kids who may find a normal concert a bit overwhelming.” For the later show on Saturday, Berkner will be appearing with her full band (Susie Lampert on keyboards, Brady Rymer on bass and Bob Golden on drums and percussion) and performing a selection of her top
Laurie Berkner grew up in Princeton and is returning to the area for two concerts at McCarter Theatre, including a sensory-friendly show, April 29. The kids music star also will talk about her book, “We Are the Dinosaurs” at Barnes & Noble at MarketFair, April 22. songs — mostly greatest hits and superhero songs. At both performances, audience members can expect lots of interaction. “All of my songs are interactive in some way, whether it’s hand motions or dancing or jumping or singing, there’s always something for kids to do and they don’t have to just sit in their seats,” she says. “I’ll be playing with my band and the main thing I ask is that if kids want, they can bring a stuffed animal to put on their heads for my song, ‘Pig on Her Head.’ It’s always fun to look out and sing about the different animals I see the kids have brought.” A former preschool music teacher by day and indie rocker by night, Berkner first
began selling her music nearly two decades ago out of her living room on her own label, Two Tomatoes Records. “I was a music specialist, which means I would go in as a freelancer and do music in preschools and daycare centers, and I struggled to find music that I could use in the classroom that made sense and gave them guidelines on how to use their bodies safely and also have fun,” she says. “One day I came in and asked the kids what they wanted to sing about. One kid yelled out ‘dinosaurs’ and I made up a song over the course of the next couple of classes.” That led to her recording an album, and her career really started to take off. At the
time, she was working in an all-female cover band at night, but eventually doing both was too much to handle and she decided to concentrate on children’s music exclusively. “The kids would yell out names of songs I had written, as opposed to people in a bar yelling ‘Free Bird’ every break,” Berkner said. “I realized it was much more fun, I was getting paid more, the hours were better and I got to write my own music.” Eventually, Berkner’s music started appearing on TV, with regular play on Nick Jr., in music videos played between programs and on the program “Jack’s Big Music Show.” In 2013, her short-form animated series, “Sing It, Laurie!” debuted on 24-hour preschool television channe Sprout. That show features original music written for the series. “I’ve been continually on television since about 2005,” she says. “I’m working on a new musical right now, which will be coming out in November. It’s called ‘Interstellar Cinderella,’ and it will be the third musical I have done with the New York City Children’s Theater.” She also has a new album of remixed songs coming out this year and has developed a teacher training program based around her music and traditional songs.
Laurie Berkner will perform two concerts at McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place Princeton, April 29. A solo acoustic, sen sory-friendly concert will begin at 11 a.m. and a concert with her full band will begin at 3 p.m. For tickets and information, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787.
Berkner will read her book, “We Are the Di nosaurs” and sing songs during an ap pearance at Barnes & Noble in MarketFair 3535 Route 1 South, West Windsor, April 22 11 a.m. For more information, go to stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/2368 or call 609-750-9010.
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Laptop Orchestra’s Anniversary Concert
On May 3 at 8 p.m. in Taplin Auditorium in Fine Hall on the Princeton University Campus, the Princeton Laptop Orchestra will present “PLOrk[10]: Tenth Anniversary Show”, featuring guest artists HPrizm, Iarla O Lionaird, and members of So Percussion (Princeton University Edward T. Cone Artists in Residence). HPrizm is a rapper/producer, also known as High Priest and a founding member of the Antipop Consortium collective. Lionaird is an Irish singer and producer. This special celebratory program, performed on elec-
tronic and acoustic instruments, will include an arrangement of a pop tune from Zimbabwe, a group-composed piece inspired by a space-themed poem written by Tracy K. Smith, and an unusual work that turns the performers into an interconnected “brain,” using a computational model of a giant squid axon as an instrument. This celebration invites the community to experience the sounds and sights of neurons firing, lasers spinning, stars glimmering, and voices transforming. Admission is free and open to all; no tickets required.
The group is directed by composer and instrument designer Jeff Snyder, and features new electronic instruments that arise from his research. Over the past 11 years, PLOrk has performed widely — presented by Carnegie Hall, the Northwestern Spring Festival in Chicago, the American Academy of Sciences in DC, the Kitchen (NYC), the 92Y and others — and has inspired the formation of laptop orchestras across the world, from Oslo to Bangkok. For more information, go to www.princeton.edu/music.
Princeton Summer Theater Season
Princeton Summer Theater has announced its 2017 season, which will run June 22 through Aug. 17. This summer’s season explores the interplay between the past and the present. The four selections reflect the challenges posed to us today by a society that is divided over whether it is better to look to the past for inspiration or to move in the direction of future progress. The characters in each play demonstrate vastly different ways of dealing with their individual histories, and are made stronger by facing this adversity. The season will begin with “Pippen,” running June 22 through July 9. Featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Roger O. Hirson, this Tony Award-
winning musical is a mystical coming of age tale of adventure. A mysterious troupe, spearheaded by the enigmatic Leading Player, follows a young prince as he sets out to discover his purpose in the world. The summer will get mysterious when Princeton Summer Theater presents Agatha Christie’s “Spider’s Web,” July 13-23. Christie’s play follows eccentric socialite Clarissa, who discovers a man murdered in her drawing room after years of spinning extraordinary tales of mystery to anyone who would listen. Next up will be Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible,” July 27 through Aug. 6. The play uses the proceedings of the Salem witch trials to examine the manic effects of mass hysteria
in society. As an increasing number of upstanding townspeople are accused of witchcraft, The fourth, and final, production of the season will be “Appropriate” by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Aug. 10-20. In this play, members of the fragmented Lafayette family reconnect to settle their father’s affairs, but soon discover that they must first tackle their unresolved issues with each other. Performances are Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m., 8 p.m. and Sun. 2 p.m. The season also will include a family show to be announced, which will run July 6-29. For tickets and information, go to www.princetonsummertheater.org or call 732-997-0205.
MOVIE TIMES Movie and times for the week of April 21-27. Schedules are subject to change.
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HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908-874-8181): Born in China (G) Fri.-Sat. 12:45, 2:50, 4:55, 7,9:05; Sun. 12:45, 2:50, 4:55, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 2:50, 4:55, 7. The Promise (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:20, 4:15, 7:10, 10:05; Sun.-Thurs. 1:20, 4:15, 7:10. Unforgettable (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 12:10, 2:35, 5, 7:25, 9:50; Sun. 12:10, 2:35, 5, 7:25; Mon.Thurs. 2:35, 5, 7:25. The Fate of the Furious (PG13) Fri.Sat. 6:05, 8:10, 9:10, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 6:05, 7:30. The Fate of the Furious (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:50, 3:55, 7, 10:05; Sun. 12:50, 3:55, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 3:55, 7. Smurfs: The Lost Village (PG) Fri.Sun. 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 2:30, 4:45, 7. The Boss Baby (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG) Fri.Sat. 1:45, 4:15, 7, 9:30; Sun.-Thurs. 1:45, 4:15, 7. The Boss Baby (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12:05, 2:30, 4:55; Mon.-Thurs. 2:30, 4:55. Beauty and the Beast (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG) Fri.-Sat. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05, 10:05; Sun.-Thurs. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05. Beauty and the Beast (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12:05, 3; Mon.-Thurs. 3. Kong: Skull Island (PG13) Fri.Sat. 1:45, 4:30, 7:15, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 1:45, 4:30, 7:15.
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Montgomery Cinemas (609-924-7444): Going in Style (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 2:40, 5, 7:20. The Lost City of Z (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1, 4, 7, 10; Sun.Thurs. 1, 4, 7. Their Finest (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:45, 4:25, 7:05, 9:45; Sun.-Thurs. 1:45, 4:25, 7:05. Gifted (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 2:20, 4:45, 7:10, 9:35; Sun.-Thurs. 2:20, 4:45, 7:10. The Zookeeper’s Wife (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10. Frantz (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 1:55, 7:15. Tommy’s Honour (PG) Fri.-Sat. 4:30, 9:50; Sun.-Thurs. 4:30.
PRINCETON PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): The Lost City of Z (PG13) Fri. 3:45, 6:30, 9:25; Sat. 12:45, 3:45, 6:30, 9:25; Sun. 12:45, 3:45, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 2, 5, 8. Get Out (R) Fri. 9:35; Sat. 1, 7, 9:25; Sun. 7:15; Mon.Tues. 5; Wed. 4:30; Thurs. 8:35. Paterson (R) Fri.-Sat. 3:30; Sun. 4:30; Mon.-Tues. 2:15; Wed. 2; Thurs. 2:15. National Theatre Live: Twelfth Night (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m. Art on Screen: Cave of Forgotten Dreams (NR) Mon. 7:30 p.m.
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“Blood Wedding,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Presented by The Academic Theatre and Dance program at Mercer County Community College, April 21-30; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333. “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” Performed by Somerset Valley Players, 689 Amwell Road, Hillsborough. Bubbly girlabout-town Holly Golightly couples with an up-and-coming writer to take a whirlwind tour through the exotic enchantments of urban life, April 28 through May 14. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Tickets cost $20, $18 seniors/students; www.svptheatre.org; 908-369-7469. “Curvy Widow,” George Street Playhouse, 9 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Musical comedy that follows the daily exploits of a feisty 50-something widow. Her adventures inspire laughter and reveal unexpected truths about life, love, survival and sex, May 2-21; www.georgestreetplayhouse.org; 732-246-7717. “Intimate Apparel,” McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. Historical romance by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage about woman’s discovery of her own empowerment and the true meaning of intimacy, Derek Hughes will perform at McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, April 24, 7:30 p.m. The May 5 through June 4; mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. magician has been featured on “Penn & Teller’s Fool Us” and was a finalist on “America’s Got Talent.” Tickets cost $50 and are available at www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787. CHILDREN’S THEATER “The House at Pooh Corner,” Kelsey Theatre on the vant girl who, against all odds, finds true love, May 6, 4 guests, first Wednesday of each month, 7:45-10 p.m. $10 campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old p.m., May 7, 2 p.m. There will be a special relaxed per- drink minimum; 215-740-7153. Trenton Road, West Windsor. Presented by Virginia Reperformances for families with ASD and special needs, sensiHome Free, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New tory Theatre as part of the Kelsey Kids Series. Faithfully tivity issues, or young children, May 6, 1 p.m. Brunswick. Country a cappella group and winner of seabased on the 1928 A. A. Milne classic, Winnie-the-Pooh and www.roxeyballet.org/cinderella. son 4 of NBC’s “The Sing-Off,” April 22, 8 p.m. Tickets friends make a visit to the magical Hundred Acre Wood in a cost $30-$50; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469. tale of imagination, fun and friendship, April 22, 2 p.m., 4 Liaisons: Re-Imagining Sondheim, McCarter Theatre, p.m. $12, $10; seniors/students/children; www.kelseythe91 University Place, Princeton. Pianist Anthony de Mare atre.net; 609-570-3333. CLASSICAL MUSIC asked 36 of today’s leading composers to “re-imagine” Pekka Kuusisto and Nico Muhly, Richardson Audito- their favorite Sondheim songs as solo piano works? ParDANCE rium on the campus of Princeton University. Finnish vio- ticipants range from Wynton Marsalis, Duncan Sheik, Black Grace, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New linist Pekka Kuusisto with the youngest composer to ever be Ethan Iverson, and Steve Reich to Nico Muhly, Fred HerBrunswick. New Zealand-based contemporary dance comcommissioned by the Metropolitan Opera, Nico Muhly, at sch, Paul Moravec — and Sondheim himself, April 25, 7:30 pany, performing a collection of short and full-length works, the piano. The program will include works by J.S. Bach, p.m. Tickets cost $50; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. April 21, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $27-$57; www.statethecontemporary works by Philip Glass and Arvo Part, recent Dante Fiore, Bordentown Regional Middle School, 50 atrenj.org; 732-246-7469. compositions by Nico Muhly, and Finnish folk songs, April Dunn’s Mill Road, Bordentown. Tenor Dante Fiore will perSoledad Barrio, 91 University Place, Princeton. 30, 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $25; princetonuniversityconcerts. form a spring concert featuring fun and romantic songs, Madrid-based flamenco company will perform its adaptaorg; 609-258-9220. April 30, 3 p.m. $20, $5 students; 609-298-5465. tion of “Antigone,” April 28, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $25-$55; The Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard P. mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. Marasco Center for the Performing Arts, 1629 Perrineville “Within the Quota,” Richardson Auditorium at AlexanRoad, Monroe. Under the direction of Chui-Tze Lin, the order Hall on the Princeton University Campus, Princeton. Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadchestra will perform Beethoven’s “Leonore Overture No.3” Reimagined version of 1923 pantomime-ballet with a score and SiCong Ma’s “The Mongolian Dance,” May 13, 7 p.m. walader Park, Trenton. “On the Edge,” invitational and juby Cole Porter, May 4, 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $25, $5 stu$3; monroetownshipculturalarts.com; 877-772-5425. ried exhibit for for young and emerging artists, through dents; tickets.princeton.edu; 609-258-9220. April 30; The Essential Paul Robeson, consolidates mate“Cinderella,” The College of New Jersey’s Kendall JAZZ, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. rial from previous major exhibit on Robeson, through April Main Stage Theater, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing. ClasLe Cabaret Francais, The Mansion Inn, 9 So. Main St., 30. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday noon to 4 p.m., Sun. sical, family-friendly production that is accessible to all auNew Hope, Pennsylvania. Cabaret hosted by Barry Peter- 1-4 p.m. ellarslie.org; 609-989-3632. diences. Enjoy the story of the stepsisters’ comic antics, son, with lyric books, sing-along and special performing Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princesome fairy dust, a handsome prince, and an ill-treated ser-
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ton. “Bruce Springsteen: A Photography Journey.” Curated by the Grammy Museum at L.A. Live. Exhibit features more than 40 photographs of the rock legend, and video interviews with the show’s five photographers: Danny Clinch, Ed Gallucci, Eric Meola, Pamela Springsteen, and Frank Stefanko. Together they revisit Springsteen’s career as a frontman and songwriter, capturing his charisma and off stage vulnerability, and documenting a great American musical legend, through May 21, 2017. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609924-8144. Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. “The Berlin Painter and His World: Athenian Vase-Painting in the Early Fifth Century B.C.,” The exhibition will present 84 vessels and statuettes from the period, including 54 of the finest vases attributed to the Berlin Painter, providing a window into the world of Athenian society 2,500 years ago, through June 11. “Revealing Pictures.” Exhibit presenting works by 11 leading international artists: Nikolay Bakharev, Edmund Clark, Daniel and Geo Fuchs, Tim Hetherington, Pieter Hugo, Liu Zheng, Zanele Muholi, Robert Polidori, Alec Soth and Miwa Yanagi. The photographs from the Christopher E. Olofson Collection at the Princeton University Art Museum, through July 2; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788.
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Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. Exhibit of nature photography by Roberta C. Scott, through April 26. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 609-275-2897. Gourgard Gallery at Town Hall, 23-A N. Main St., Cranbury. Photography by David Nissen. The exhibit will include images from three sources: Cranbury, New York City and Western Deserts, through April 28. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 23, 1-3 p.m. Admission is www.cranburyartscouncil.org. Princeton Day School Lower School Art Exhibit, Anne Reid ‘72 Art Gallery at Princeton Day School, 650 Great Road, Princeton. Exhibit includes the work of more than 200 Princeton Day School Lower School students in grades Pre-K through four, and will be the culmination of the interactions, collaborations, and contributions the school’s youngest students, through April 28. www.pds.org; 609-924-6700. “Schools for the Colored,” James Kerney Campus Gallery, Mercer County Community College Trenton Hall Annex, 137 N. Broad St. (across from the James Kerney Building). Exhibit by Wendel White featuring black-andwhite images with digital media to depict the racially segregated school buildings and landscapes that existed northern states, through May 4. Hours: Mon. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tues.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to noon, 3-6 p.m., Sat. noon to 5 p.m. Opening reception, April 12, 5-8 p.m. www.mccc.edu/jkcgallery. “The Natural Muse,” West Windsor Arts Council, 952 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. Exhibit featuring 32 works by area artists, juried by Joy Kreves, through May 6. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.westwindsorarts.org.
Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Weekly Wednesday Country Dance, April 26, 8 p.m. (Instruction starts at 7:30 p.m.), $9; www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Dancing and Dessert, Plainsboro Department of Recreation and Community Services, 641 Plainsboro Road. Ballroom dancing. Coffee and dessert, then take a dance lesson, June 10, 7-8:30 p.m., $12, $10 Plainsboro residents; 609799-0909, ext. 1719. Dancing by Peddie Lake, 112 Etra Road in Hightstown. Instruction by Candace-Woodward-Clough in swing, foxtrot,waltz and latin dancing. Classes will begin April 27 and April 28 for four weeks. Class starts at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $60 per person for four-week session. Registration required, emailcandaceclough1987@yahoo.com or call 732-995-4284. Friday Night Folk Dancing, at Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. One-hour instruction most weeks, followed by request dancing. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. $5; 609-912-1272.
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The Art of Preservation D&R Greenway Land Trust is hosting the exhibit, “Eternal Beauty, Perpetual Green: Preserves through the Seasons” at the Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton, through June 16. The exhibit intends to celebrate preservation, with many of the works depicting D&R Greenway preserves. Pictured is a landscape by Lora Durr featured in the exhibit. A reception will be held April 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to www.drgreenway.org or call 609-924-4646.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Eternal Beauty, Perpetual Green: Perpetual Green: Preserves through the Seasons,” Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton. Works by seven artists celebrating preservation, through June 16. Reception, April 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.drgreenway.org; 609-924-4646. Sculpture Exhibit by Patrick Strzelec, Graves Terrace at Paul Robeson Center of the Arts, 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Outdoor exhibit that provides the public with an introduction to Strzelec’s work preceding the installation of his work on Witherspoon Street at the site of the new Avalon Princeton residencies, through June, 2017. For more information, go to artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-9248777. “Mercer Family and Friends 2017,” Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike (Route 1), Lawrenceville. Art exhibit featuring the work of lara Sue Beym, John A. Brecko, Jr., Giancarla Macaluso, Bill Plank, Helene Plank, Margaret Simpson and Margaret Woo, May 2-31. Reception, May 6, “Gallery 33 at Comisky’s Greenhouses,” 315 Franklin 2-4 p.m. www.mcl.org; 609-989-6920. St. (Route 33), Hightstown. Exhibit of landscape oil paintings by artist Paul Mordetsky. Opening reception featuring Mordetsky as well as other artists, along with live music and Princeton Catch a Rising Star, 102 Carnegie Center, light refreshments, through May 18, 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/comiskys or call 609- West Windsor. Adam Kerr, April 21-22; Goumba Johnny and Steve Trevelise, April 29; catcharisingstar.com; 609448-1705. “The Black South in the Sixties,” Bernstein Gallery at 987-8018. Stress Factory, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. Bobby the Woordrow Wilson School in front of Robertson Hall on the Princeton University Campus. Exhibit of photography Slayton, April 21, 22, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., $20; Vinnie by Julius Lester, who photographed major portions of the Brand: Stories You Haven’t Heard Before, April 27, 7:30 black South and the civil rights movement from 1964 to p.m., Dave Attell, April 28-29, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m. Sunday 1968, when he was a leader of the Student Nonviolent Co- Night Live with Talent and Friends, April 30, 8 p.m. stressordinating Committee, through May 18. Hours: Mon.-Fri. factory.com; 732-545-4242.
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Friends of Princeton Nursery Lands Arbor Day Celebration and Lichen Walk, Mapleton Preserve/D&R Canal State Park, 145 Mapleton Road, Kingston. Dr. James Lendemer, a lichenologist from the New York Botanical Gardens in the Bronx, will lead a lichen walk in the Mapleton Preserve. He will identify and talk about these unique and fascinating organisms, some of which are considered to be among the oldest living things, and their importance, April 22, 2-4 p.m. Free; www.fpnl.org; 609-683-0483. Artists Studio Open House, 148 Monmouth St., Hightstown. Tour the historic building filled with the works of painters, potters, silk tapestries and other works. Admission is free. Artwork will be available for sale. There also will be door prizes, live music and light refreshments, April 23, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. artstationstudios.com. Princeton Garden Statesmen Men’s Learn to Sing Program, West Windsor-Plainsboro Community Middle School, 95 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro. All men who enjoy singing are invited to attend a free, five-week program. Students will learn the basic techniques of great singing, and have the opportunity to sing in small groups, and a chorus environment. Class dates are: April 25, May 2, 9, 7:308:30 p.m. For more information or to register, go to www.gardenstatesmen.org or call 888-636-4449. Cookbook author Joy Stocke, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St., Princeton. Join Wild River Review co-founder Joy E. Stocke and West Coast Editor Angie Brenner for mezes and conversation to celebrate the publication of their cultural and culinary cookbook, “Tree of Life.” Stocke and Brenner will be joined by cocktail whisperer Warren Bobrow who will make and serve Bosporus Fizzes, which he created for “Tree of Life.” Poet and Translator Edmund Keeley will be reading his poem Moussaka, April 27, 6 p.m. www.labyrinthbooks.com; 609-497-1600. Political Button Show, Titusville United Methodist Church, at the corner of River Road (Route 29) and Church Road, Titusville. East Coast collectors of political buttons, badges, ribbons and related ephemera will meet to sell, trade and display memorabilia from the 2016 campaigns, as well as from elections throughout the centuries, April 29, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission costs $3, free children 12 and under; tonylee08560@gmail.com; 609-310-0817. “UNCORK Spring” wine festival, Mercer County Park, West Windsor. Wineries will offer samples of wines, as well as selling wines, including may 2017 offerings. Food trucks will be selling meals and dessert. There also will be live music and a kids zone, April 30, noon to 5 p.m. Sampling tickets at the gate cost $20 (cash only), non-sampling tickets cost $5. Advance sampling tickets cost $15. Must be 21 or older to purchase sampling tickets. www.newjerseywineevents.com.
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PACKET PICKS April 21-22 Westminster Choir to sing in Trenton The Westminster Choir and Bang on a Can All-Stars, conducted by Joe Miller, will perform Julia Wolfe’s Pulitzer Prize-winning “Anthracite Fields” in the space of the Roebling Wire Works in Trenton, April 21 and 22, with concerts beginning at 8 p.m. both nights. Semi-staged by Doug Varone and utilizing video projections, Anthracite Fields is a docu-oratorio about the mining industry and the Pennsylvania mining community that thrived in the early 20th century. Coal from those mines played a vital role in Trenton’s industrial success. Roebling Wire Works is located at 675 S. Clinton Ave., Trenton. Tickets cost $20, $15 seniors/students. For tickets and information, go to www.rider.edu/anthracite_ fields or call 609-921-2663.
April 23 Artists Studio open house The Artists Studio will host its annual open house at its studios located at 148 Monmouth St., Hightstown, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour the historic building filled with the works of painters, potters, silk tapestries and other works. Admission is free. Artwork will be available for sale. There also will be door prizes, live music and light refreshments. For more information, go to artstationstudios.com.
Rep. Muoio lecture at WW Arts Council Representative Elizabeth Maher Muoio will be speaker during the next lecture presented by United State of Women-Mercer County, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the West Windsor Arts Center, 952 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. Muoio represents the 15th legislative district in the New Jersey State Assembly, and is the director of the Economic Development and Sustainability for Mercer County. She will discuss how residents can get educated, empowered and engaged in environmental policy decisions. The program is open to all. RSVP at heidikleinman@gmail.com.
April 27 Womanspace awards at Forrestal Village Womanspace will hold its 23rd Annual Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award Reception at the Westin in Forrestal Village in Plainsbor, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Two-time USA Olympic gold medalist in judo, Kayla Harrison will talk about her personal tragedy as a childhood sexual abuse survivor, and working through that hardship. The evening also will include a vacation raffle, offering a trip for two to Cancun, and a technology raffle with prizes including iPads, Amazon Echo, espresso machines and more. For more information, go to www.womanspace.org or call 609-394-0136.
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Faith Bahadurian
The joy of Facebook cuisine Our food columnist went online to find some delicious recipes I know the phrase “Facebook cuisine” may seem like some sort of oxymoron, but ever since I “got busy” on Facebook early last year, I’ve tried several recipes I’ve found there. I don’t count the recipes posted by traditional cooking sites that represent established magazine and network shows, but more the recipes from internet sites like delish.com that post videos, and from relatively unknown blogs. A discerning eye comes in handy here. When only a fast-action video is posted, sometimes without a link to a written recipe, you have to strain to catch the ingredients and measurements, much less the directions. These videos tend to have strange ingredient combinations, oddball measurements, painful amounts of sweeteners, etc. Or they gloss over instructions that may not work so well in practice. (I have a good eye for that kind of thing, thanks to years of “interpreting” recipes for my In The Kitchen columns.) But if you can winnow those out, there are some good dishes to be discovered, like the Balsamic Glazed Chicken below, now one of my go-to one-dish dinners. I also found a simple idea for quick baked potatoes that I couldn’t help trying, where you halve white or sweet potatoes and plant them face down on a baking sheet prepped with melted butter, grated Parmesan, and seasonings like garlic, salt, and pepper. Pop into a 400 degree oven for about 45 minutes, let sit undisturbed for a good 5 minutes once out of the oven (so cheese adheres), and then flip and enjoy. Especially good drizzled with a little ranch dressing.= Maybe too virtuous for me are the individual servings of The Perfect Bite Sized Breakfast from buzzfeed.com. You distribute spinach leaves, chopped tomatoes, and egg whites among oiled muffin cups and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes, or until whites are set. I’d probably use whole eggs and/or add a sprinkling of cheese. The website’s Roasted Veggie Salad with Avocado Dressing sounds very nutritious too. There are also sweet treats galore on Facebook, and someday I may try the slow-cooker Bananas Foster or the French Toast (made without sweeteners, actually) found at cooktopcove.com. I’m also sorely tempted by the To Die For Carrot Cake at momontimeout.com, with its addition of pineapple. It uses applesauce in place of oil. Some dessert recipes sound too sweet, even for me, although I was tempted by the Apple Dapple Cake at southernplate.com. But that’s not true of the Caramel Cheesecake Dip from snappygourmet.com, which recommends real, unsweetened whipped cream. And then there are the things that Facebook friends post, that send me racing to the market and kitchen. I
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From pan to plate, Balsamic Glazed Chicken, made from a recipe on delish.com. didn’t even know what a Take 5 candy bar was until Take 5 Brownies came along. (Hat tip to Jenny Hartin of The Cook Book Junkies and EatYourBooks.com.) The Take 5 bar, a combination of chocolate, caramel, peanuts, peanut butter and pretzels, has apparently been the inspiration for countless brownie recipes. Some contain the actual candy bar, others mimic the ingredients in it. I checked out several versions online, then decided to go my own (lazy) route, using a favorite brownie mix, Ghirardelli’s Double Chocolate (or whip up your own from scratch). I bury mini Take 5 bars in the batter, and scatter peanuts and maybe some mini pretzel squares on top, before baking according to package or brownie recipe directions. The sweetness is balanced by the salty in these treats, and the crunch-factor is perfect. Oh my! Balsamic Glazed Chicken Adapted from delish.com. Next time I might slip some shallots or
wedges of onion among the potatoes, too. — F.B. 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 ½ tablespoons whole-grain mustard 3 cloves garlic, minced kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (use boneless-skinless if you must, but don’t overcook) 2 cups baby red potatoes, halved (quartered if large, no larger than 1inch chunks) 1 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3-4 rosemary sprigs, for skillet Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, combine vinegar, honey, mustard, and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Whisk until combined. Add chicken thighs and toss until fully coated, then transfer to the fridge to marinate at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour. (Mine were mari-
nated closer to 3 hours.) Meanwhile, toss potatoes in a medium bowl with chopped rosemary and 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside. In a large oven-proof skillet, over medium-high heat, heat remaining tablespoon oil. Add chicken (reserve marinade) and sear, skin side down, 2 minutes, then flip and sear 2 minutes more. Add reserved marinade and bring to simmer; turn off heat, and then add potatoes to the skillet, nestling them between chicken, and rosemary sprigs. Transfer to oven and bake until potatoes are tender, and chicken is cooked through, 20 minutes. If potatoes need longer to cook, transfer chicken to a platter to rest and continue cooking potatoes until tender. (I did gently turn over potatoes about halfway through to encourage browning.) Serve chicken and potatoes with pan drippings. Faith Bahadurian blogs at njspice.net (also Twitter @njspice).
Pam Hersh
Affordable education is a beast of a challenge While the 60 audience members were feasting on food for thought and popcorn, the discussion taking place at Princeton’s Garden Theatre April 12 was focused on starvation — particularly state-government fiscal starvation of public higher education institutions. The Trenton-based New Jersey Association of State Colleges and Universities (NJASCU) hosted a free screening of the documentary “Starving the Beast,” with a postscreening discussion led by Pennington resident Michael Klein, the CEO of NJASCU. The film conveys, through a series of interviews with academics, administrators, and governing board officials some fierce and destructive political and philosophical battles being waged at public higher education institutions in Louisiana, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and North Carolina. Dr. Klein — aided by a PowerPoint presentation and two decades of policy research and advocacy experience in the higher education arena — presented data about New Jersey’s public institutional financial challenges, relative to the situations described in the film. He noted that over the 25-year period from 1991 to 2016, state-operating appropriations to New Jersey’s state colleges and universities
decreased by more than $8.4 million. Across all of New Jersey’s public institutions of higher education, per-student funding dropped nearly 40 percent over the same time fame as enrollment at public institutions increased by more than 100,500 students, about 58 percent. My first reaction to the film was a greater appreciation for how good things are in New Jersey — yes, shockingly good, despite the reduction of direct state aid. New Jersey’s public higher education institutions are renowned throughout the world for high-quality and diverse academic offerings, excellent graduation rates, and consistently modest tuition increases. Even though tuition is relatively high (as is New Jersey’s cost of living), the education is affordable, because state aid and grants are among the highest in the nation. Also, the facilities at the institutions have been substantially improved thanks to the voter approval in 2012 of a $750 million bond act — the first statebacked financing for higher education facilities in New Jersey since 1988. Is this excellence sustainable considering the dwindling state operating support? I work for Dr. Klein, known to me as Mike, whom I first met when he was a student at Princeton University, class of 1987. Only after I
watched “Starving the Beast” — presenting some apocalyptic scenarios for the future of public higher education — did I ask him: “Now what? Is there any hope?” “The state colleges and universities for the past two years have been flat-funded, and considering the fiscal challenges facing the state, I do not think the colleges and universities can count on increased operational support,” Mike said. “But I do see some ways that the state can help sustain the health of our public higher education institutions without further burdening taxpayers or increasing student tuition and fees.” Those include: • Restore the public-private partnership program that, because of a political logjam, expired in August 2016. The program had financed enormously successful redevelopment projects at our public institutions, most locally, Campus Town at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), a privately financed, mixed-use development on the TCNJ campus. • Reform the procurement and construction provision of the State College Contracts Law, whose mandates put the state colleges and universities at a considerable disadvantage when doing major construction projects.
• Provide regulatory relief from those statutes and regulations that cost the schools millions of dollars and fail to pass the common-sense benefit test, such as the environmental rule that requires public colleges to obtain special approval to recycle consumer electronics, like computer parts. Mike also suggested looking to certain states like Washington, which is not mentioned in the film, that have made exceptional progress in keeping the cost of a four-year public college/university education affordable without starving the institutions. In 2015, Washington’s public colleges and universities agreed to cut tuition by up to 20 percent over two years after lawmakers agreed to provide $200 million to make up for the shortfall. The deal aimed to roll back tuition increases over the previous 10 years; some of Washington’s universities had doubled tuition, after state funding fell 20 percent per student after the recession. After watching “Starving the Beast,” I became hungry for practical — not pie-in-the-sky — solutions to keep colleges healthy and fit, and satisfy the needs of their students and all the residents of the state. NJASCU’s proposed menu of reforms seems like an excellent place to start.
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Soul searching for the artist within Rhinold Ponder ‘right-sized’ his law practice in order to pursue his true passion
For Rhinold Ponder, longtime Princeton resident and Princeton University graduate, class of ‘81, art is his soul food. When he paints he is feeding his soul, and his paintings reflect his soul. It took decades of soul searching, however, before he realized what he needed to do to find the right kind of nourishment. The recipe turned out to be simple. He needed to paint — and paint in two figurative dimensions — aesthetics and social ethics. With support and encouragement from his wife, former Princeton Township Mayor Michele TuckPonder, he made the decision to give up his law practice and devote his life to painting, despite having a daughter about to go to college and a son in fourth grade. In January of 2017, he closed his physical law office and opened a new era of his life. The impetus for what he called the “right-sizing” of his law practice (he still has a few clients whom he can help remotely) occurred 15 years ago, when Rhinold “retired” from being on non-profit boards, because he loved being on the boards too much. I first met Rhinold when he was working as a busy New Brunswick-based lawyer, while also serving as president of the Crossroads Theatre board, a full-time unpaid job. He led the effort to rescue Crossroads Theatre from bankruptcy. Once the theater was resuscitated, Rhinold decided it was time to rescue himself and retire from all of his boards, in order to pursue painting, an avocation he started in high school in Chicago. Simultaneously learning that his mother had terminal cancer, Rhinold felt more compelled than ever to follow his heart. “As a teenager, I majored in commercial art, even won a National Hallmark competition,” he said. “When I came to Princeton University (graduating cum laude as a political science major), I did cartooning for some of the student publications. My desire to paint was always lurking in the background. I collected paints with the intention that I would start painting — soon.” “Soon” became 20 years. Rhinold eventually did unpack those paints, but not until after he and his packed-up paints went on to graduate school for master’s degrees in African American studies and journalism at Boston University and then law school at NYU. After all of his academic successes, he still was unsure about the direction of his career. He liked being creative and helping people and needed a way to apply his law degree to those desires. It was the dentist who fixed his teeth who also fixed his career ambivalence. “I was completing an internship at the appellate division in Jersey City and had no idea what to do with my life, until my dentist, Dr. Chester Peterson in New Brunswick, gave me the inspiration,” Rhinold said. “Dr. Peterson (the widower of Burnetta Griggs of the renowned Griggs family of Princeton) suggested that I come to New Brunswick
Rhinold Ponder with Taneshia Nash Laird, the new executive director of the Arts Council of Princeton. to start a law practice that focused on the needs of the lower- and middle-income population. Dr. Peterson had space upstairs in his office building. The concept of a socially responsible law practice really clicked with me,” said Rhinold, who looked forward to helping resource-limited individuals navigate everyday problems as well as entrepreneurial business ventures. In a no-degrees-of-separation world, Dr. Peterson also fixed Rhinold’s marital status. Dr. Peterson and the Griggs family hired Rhinold as the attorney overseeing the sale of the Griggs property, 26.5 acres of land on State Road in Princeton, to Princeton Township. The purpose of the sale was to create the Griggs Farm housing development, which would feature low, moderate and market rate housing, a project that was so significant for achieving Princeton’s housing goals. It was a socially responsible use of Rhinold’s legal talents. It also turned out to be a vehicle for Rhinold to meet the woman who would become his wife — Michele Tuck, a purchaser of one the units at Griggs Farm. Thanks to a recommendation from Dr. Peterson, Michele hired Rhinold to be the attorney representing her interests in the purchase
of a Griggs Farm home and then subsequently in the refinancing of the property. As Rhinold cutback on his socially responsible legal work, he increased his socially responsible voice in society through his artwork and his writing. He started a political and social justice blog Freestateofponder, which is the outgrowth of a Facebook page called Non-Black and White discussion Group. But for the past nine months, much of his time has been spent communicating with images. He specializes in two categories of work. The bestknown type of Ponder art appeals to the viewer’s sense of aesthetics with an underlying message. “I want to focus on expressions of hope and faith as unifying elements in a diverse society, which I find I best expressed by the human form in motion as in sports, dance, prayer, and play,” he said. His bodies-in-motion artworks are characterized by explosive color and expressionist style. He works mostly in acrylics but has been experimenting in all sorts of mixed media “My painting techniques are constantly evolving — for me the joy of practice is continual growth and experimentation,” he said. His experimentation is evident in his second category of artwork as social commentary whose goal is to use art through provocation to break communication barriers regarding race and justice, and how we view one another. His signature provocative social commentary art project is “The Rise and Fail of the N-Word: Beyond Black and White,” a sociological art project, first exhibited at Princeton University’s Carl Field Center. The art show featured work by 20 artists, 10 from the United States and 10 from other parts of the world. The “rules” were to create a logo using the N-word and make a captivating logo in color, not black-and-white. The results, which Rhinold intends to publish, revealed, “exactly what I suspected. The Americans had problems and felt constrained, where as the nonAmericans were not intimidated by the N-word. The racial dynamic stifled the Americans who could not get beyond the race issue,” he said. Rhinold’s well-received art show in August, 2016, at the Arts Council of Princeton’s Pop-up studio in the Princeton Shopping Center was titled: “Gotta Believe,” the name of the first painting Rhinold made as an adult, and it was created in honor of his mother. And I gotta believe that he will succeed, even though his effort to retire from all non-profit boards has failed. Three years ago, he joined the board of the Arts Council of Princeton, which hosted at the end of March a reception that served to welcome Taneshia Nash Laird as the Arts Council’s new executive director, and to reconnect me with Rhinold Ponder and his soulful art.
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Rich Fisher
A pop-up worth popping into Umbrella has set up temporary shop in downtown Princeton
Rejoice Princeton! Now in its ninth year as one of the most inviting antique/mid-century/modern home furnishing centers in the state, Umbrella Home Décor has set up shop downtown for the next three months. For those who live to decorate and re-decorate their abode, this is truly a moment to relish. While the main business is located above the Tomato Factory antique center in Hopewell, Umbrella Home Décor opened a pop-up store April 1 at Judy King Interior at 44 Spring St. in Princeton. Owners (and sisters-in-law) Fay and Linda Sciarra have imported samplings from each of their 10 Hopewell dealers to the pop-up shop, along with merchandise from the acclaimed Olde Good Things, for which Umbrella is the New Jersey distributor. If you are looking for that truly distinct item to set your home apart from the rest, this is a pop-up worth popping into. Or, even if you just want a little zest in your life, stop by because you never know what you might discover there. One thing you can be sure of, it will be a pleasant experience. For one thing, Fay and Linda are as charming as the store is fascinating. They will patiently, intelligently inform and assist every customer to procure what’s right. They consider themselves “purveyors of beautiful things for the home,” and realize that each home needs a different type of beauty. What really makes the store so cool is its unique, eclectic, well-crafted and reasonably priced inventory. “You’re going to find one-of-a-kind, beautiful, unexpected items for your home,” Linda said. “It can be accessories, furniture, lighting, art.” “I would say, ‘Expect the unexpected,’” Fay said. “This is not a mass-produced mall for your furnishings. It’s inspiring, it’s fun, it’s uplifting, it’s higher end and it’s much less expensive. If you were going to buy a George Smith-style sofa new today it would be $12,000, here we have it for $4,500. It’s for the sophisticated buyer, and you’re going to get incredible high style at a really good value.” She explains that when people visit a home and ask, “Where did you get that farm table, or that amazing lamp, or that beautiful handmade pillow, “the answer is Umbrella.” The Princeton locaton is scheduled to be open through June at least. A recent pop-up in Frenchtown stayed open for nearly a year. “There’s always a chance we’d want to stay,” Fay said. “You start to have an emotional connection with your customers. This is a beautiful store and being in downtown Princeton is prime.” Especially because Princeton is a market Umbrella wants to cover, since the shop reflects the town itself in many ways. “We just to get our name out there and show what we’re about and tap into people that don’t know about us,” Linda said. “We’ve had buyers on-line from California, Texas, Chicago, even Saudi Arabia,” Fay added. “We’re known nationally and we’ve grown every year for eight years but a lot of Princeton people don’t know we’re there. We’re hoping three months here will change that. It’s an amazing town.” The journey started on a Ferry Boat to Martha’s Vineyard, which is where they first met after coming from different backgrounds. Fay grew up just outside of Detroit and graduated from the University of Michigan. Wishing to relocate to a big city, she became a TV producer in San Francisco. Proving that love conquers all, she moved East to marry David Sciarra and become a stay-at-home mom. Her own mother, an artist who died just after she got married, suggested Fay try painting to help fill a void as she acclimated to the East Coast. One thing led to another and Fay became a commercial artist whose work was solid at the now-defunct Go For Baroque in Princeton, as well as in galleries throughout the country. That lasted for 15 years until the economic downturn hit, and her paintings weren’t paying the bills. As luck would have it, Linda started dating
Umbrella owners Fay and Linda Sciarra in their new pop-up location in Princeton. David’s brother, Peter. The two women met on a Sciarra family outing to Martha’s Vineyard and became immediate friends. Linda was born and raised in Wildwood Crest and is proud to still call herself a Jersey Shore girl. She and Peter split time between Wildwood and their home in Stockton. After 18 years of teaching special education for Cape May County Special Services, Linda began looking for different work. Fay, a Lawrenceville resident, was still selling art at the Tomato Factory when space upstairs became available. She approached her sister-in-law, and in 2009 they opened a small landing that has now grown to the entire upper level. They chose the name “Umbrella” because they collected a collaborative group of creative people all under the same ceiling. Current dealers include Gary Gandelman, Russell Hutsko, Richard Hoffman, Nancy Furey, Susan Weatherley, Maria Gage, Kevin McPheeters, Kathleen Jamieson, Judy King and Sholeh Djahanbani. “We kind of cover ourselves by picking the best dealers in the area,” Fay said. “They are the best in the greater Princeton area from as far as New Canaan, Connecticut, Far Hills, Lambertville, New Hope and Princeton, of course. Most of them have been in the business for 20 to 30 years and they continue to come up with amazing things.” And while the owners may not be attracted to all their dealers’ creations, they understand that one size does not fit all when it comes to decorating. “We don’t have to personally love every item,” Fay continued. “I don’t want to necessarily live with it in my house but part of the thrill is seeing what these 10 different fabulously creative people come up with. Taste is so subjective, so for us, we didn’t want to put ourselves in a position of judging what is good or bad. Our job is to curate it, not to reject. We need to make sure we’re very transparent and truthful about how old it is and whatever we need to honor the customer — where’s it from, how old it is.” “And,” Linda added, “to fairly price it and make it look good in the environment.” Aside from their dealers, the Sciarras are proud to be the Jersey outlet for Olde Good Things, a Scranton, Pennsylvania-based company with four stores in New York City and one in Los Angeles. Olde Good Things hails itself “The Place of the Architecturologists” as it creates unique tables and benches. “Our clientele like the eclectic, more unusual home furnishings,” said Fay, who sells some of her paintings at Umbrella. “We have a mix of things that have a story behind them. One of the reasons we call ourselves Umbrella Home Décor instead of Umbrella Antiques is we’re not an antique store. We’re like a hip, eclectic, continuously changing combination of old and new. You’re not going to find a repeat of the look of our store anywhere.” Thus, they are looking to further establish their own identity closer to home, which led to
the Princeton pop-up. Once nationally renowned interior designer Judy King closed down her Princeton establishment to devote herself to designing rather than designing and selling, she rented it to different businesses. But it had been sitting empty for a while and she approached the Sciarras, who carry the works of Judy’s mother, top designer Kathleen Jamieson, at Umbrella. In what they term a win-win situation, the women negotiated a price, King got a tenant and the two businesses combined forces. Joanne Palmer, who works for King, has an office in the pop-up. If customers cannot find what they are looking for in the store, the sisters-in-law refer them to Joanne, or other merchants in the field. “We have a very large rolodex,” Fay said. “If they need an upholsterer, we know upholsterers. When we get asked to do interior designs, we refer people to Judy. We don’t have connections to get the new couches and window treatments and rugs and paint color. That’s a whole other thing. What we specialize in are the one-of-akind, interesting, antiques and mid-century, gently used high-end brands.” The main reason for their second pop-up endeavor is to improve Umbrella’s visibility in Princeton and the surrounding areas. The store will become more a part of the local fabric by setting up a booth at CommuniversityArtsFest on April 30. “A pop-up is a valuable, attractive marketing tool,” Fay said. “It’s like a three-dimensional ad-
vertisement, where people get to really experience what you’re all about. Even though we are at Judy King Interiors — it is her building — we are Umbrella Décor, our logo is on front of the building and our signs are on the front of the sandwich board. This gives us a chance to try out a new location to see how well a store performs here, with very little risk. There is no long-term lease and minimal chance of losing money.” The pop-up store consists of a front and back room, and the inventory is set up in a way that makes a visitor want to look at darn near everything on the floor. And while Linda is considered the “businesswoman” and Fay the “artist,” both know how to set up a display to make it look pleasing. The two bounce ideas off each other constantly and help decorate each other’s homes. “We always did antiquing together,” Fay said. “We’re both visual and we both care about the beauty of our own houses so whenever we’d be on vacation together we’d go to the flea market every weekend. Then we’d get together and make our houses look pretty.” While the store is a sight to behold, a lot of sales come online using the 1stdibs.com website. But while online shopping is nice for those from distant lands, it would truly behoove local consumers to visit the Umbrella pop-up. Fay and Linda are about people as much as they are about product, and just chatting with them induces a good mood. “I think we’re just open to the customers,” Linda said. “We listen to them and make suggestions and have gone above and beyond a lot of times for the customers. If we don’t have it we help with what they’re looking for. We want the customer to feel they can come in here and get our full attention and full respect for our product.” “We love our business, we’re excited and inspired by what we sell and we want other people to get design inspiration,” Fay said. “That’s how you get repeat customers. This is furniture, it’s not somebody coming in and buying an ice cream cone. Someone comes in and they think about the farm table, they measure it, they send us pictures of where it‘s going to go, they want to know ‘Should I do this stain or that?’ We’re of service, we like to help them, it’s part of what we do and it creates relationships.” It also creates a Mecca for those who wish to be amazed and astounded by home décor. Truly a reason to rejoice! Umbrella is at 44 Spring St., Princeton. Hours: Mon. and Wed. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thurs.Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, email mailto:sales@umbrelladecor.com, go to www.umbrelladecor.com, or call 609-466-2800.
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Inside the area’s latest deals and sales
Shop Talk is a weekly notebook that informs readers of news, promotions, and sales happening at area businesses. To submit an item, email rfisher@centraljersey.com and put “Item for Shop Talk” in the subject line. This week’s items are as follows: The Optical Shoppe at 419 Harrison St. in Princeton is hosting a trunk show, April 27, 5 to 8 p.m. to celebrate Parisian eyewear company Lafont’s 30th anniversary. The Optical Shoppe will be presenting a limited-edition frame, as well as Lafont’s newest collection of spectacular frames for sight and sun. For more information, go to www.princetoneyegroup.com.
*** Twine. gift shop at 8 Somerset St. in Hopewell will be staging drive-in movie nights (without the car) in the backyard, running from various nights through the spring and summer starting with “Harry Potter and he Sorcerer’s Stone” on April 28. A cost of $10 per person includes a movie, unlimited popcorn and lemonade. Come as a family and kids are $5 each. Bring a chair or blanket, and also bring wine if you so choose. Upcoming movies feature “Raiders of the Lost Ark” on May 19 and “Back To The Future“ on June 23. For more information, go to www.twinehopewell.com.
*** Blue Mercury at 72 Palmer Square West in Princeton is offering Spring Makeup Parties on the following dates: April 21-22: Trish McEvoy makeover event April 28-29: Chanel makeover party May 12-13: Laura Mercier makeover party May 19: LaMer facial event May 20: Chantecaille facial and makeup event May 27: YSL Makeover party *** Art Station Studios at 148 Monmouth St., Hightstown, is holding a spring boutique open house and artist marketplace, April 23, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Twice a year the artists convert their working studios into galleries and open
them to the public. On view will be a wide array of fine art in all mediums, including functional pottery, oil paintings, white-line woodblock prints, photography, sculpture, watercolors, pastel, silk painting, collage, and more. Art will be available for viewing and purchase. This is an opportunity to see artwork in progress and talk to artists about their techniques and the content of their work. For those interested in taking art lessons, several of the artists have classes available. While strolling through the restored historic train depot, local musicians will be performing and light refreshments will be available in the artists’ studios. There will be free parking and admission. For more information, go to artstationstudios.com. *** Brooks Brothers on 17 Palmer Square E., Princeton, is holding a “Made To Measure Trunk Show,” April 22. Enjoy the ultimate tailoring experience and personalize a one-of-a-kind garment with the help of Brooks Brothers’ expert associates. Brooks Brothers is also accepting donations for Make-A-Wish through April 30. For more information, go to www.brooksbrothers.com or call 609-6886879. *** Palmer Square’s Girls Night Out will be held May 184 to 9 p.m. The event features an evening of exclusive promotions and discounts brought to women by the shops and restaurants in Princeton’s Palmer Square. To register visit www.palmersquare.com/events/girls-night-out. *** Princeton HealthCare System will celebrate Cancer Survivor Day, June 8 by hosting Amy Robach at the Hyatt Regency Princeton on 102 Carnegie Center Drive. Robach is news anchor for ABC’s “Good Morning America” and a New York Times bestseller; and breast cancer survivor. She will share her very public cancer journey and describe how it has given her a different perspective on life. Everyone is welcome for coffee, tea and desserts prior to the start of the program.
The event is free but registration is required. Register at www.princetonhcs.org or by calling 1-888-897-8979. *** Carter & Cavero Old World Olive Oil Company at 27 Palmer Square E., Princeton, is offering 200-ml bottles of rosemary olive oil and garlic cilantro balsamic vinegar for $10.95, and 500-ml bottles of the same two items for $20.95. Each marks a $3 discount. All Spanish pottery is 20 percent off. Deals last through April 30. For more information, go to www.carterandcavero.com or call 609-3560215. *** Fun & Fit Summer Camp at HRC Fitness is now offering registration for summer. A Readers Choice Winner 2016 as One of the Best in Somerset County, the camp offers: Sports, fitness, swimming, and nutrition Fitness classes including Yyga, Zumba, karate, and tumbling Activities like creative arts, games, music, art, and more Weekly bus trips and enrichment opportunities Community projects and visits from local safety organizations Opportunities to make new friends Learning experiences, relaxation, and more. Camp runs June 19 to Aug. 25 and offers full day (8 to 4 p.m.) half days (a.m. and p.m.) and partial weeks, as well as extended care. For more details and registration information, go to www.hrcfitness.com/summercamp. *** Princeton Learning Cooperative has announced that Jon Lambert, owner of the Princeton Record Exchange, will be recognized at the Celebration of Self-Directed Learning, April 29, 2 to 4 p.m. The event is being held at D&R Greenway’s Johnson Education Center at 1 Preservation Place in Princeton. The Self-Directed Learning Award is given to community members who took an independent educational path and have
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gone on to create successful and meaningful lives. The Princeton Record Exchange is listed as one of the best music stores in America by Rolling Stone, CNN, Time, and others. Current teen members, parents of former members and PLC staff members will also share inspiring stories of young people taking control of their time and education. Food and drinks will be donated by Small World Coffee; Lillipies; The Bent Spoon; McCaffrey’s; and Nomad Pizza, among others. Event sponsors include Classical Pilates; Kenney, Chase and Costa; Shibumi Farm; Pinneo Construction. Live music will be performed by current teen members. For more information and to reserve a free ticket, go to www.learningcooperatives.org. For more information on Princeton Record Exchange, go to www.prex.com or call 609-921-0881.
*** Scrap U & Artistry Too of 2 Clerico Lane, Suite 201 in Hillsborough is accepting registration for its summer camps, which include: July 5-7, Water World Theme: Create a variety of projects related to water — water bombs, watercolor fun, clay water swirl bowl and sensory water jars. July 10-14, Summer Breeze: Celebrate being outside and enjoying summer. Create projects related to the outdoors, such as wind chimes, rock people, grass heads, bird feeders and patio paint. July 31-Aug. 4: Kids Just Wanna Have Fun: Kids try new things and create masterpieces. Create a variety of projects, such as washer pendants/key chains, tie dye totes, clay creations, all about that paint and duct tape art. Aug. 14-18 I SEA You: Explore the beach and create projects related to the ocean such as sand art terrariums, beach frames, glow in the dark sand and tide pool canvas. Aug. 28-Sep. 1 Vacation Vibes: Retrace summer steps, record the fun things you did and try something new. Summer fun memory book, travel collage, fun with friends and memory cube. To register: www.scrapunj.com or call 732-239-5003.
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Be the host with the most Design your home in a way that brings spring entertaining to a new level By Keith Loria Special Writer
Hosting an evening of entertainment can present an array of challenges. Aside from providing food and drinks, creating an atmosphere of fun and relaxation for your guests sounds easier said than done. You’ll want to ensure there’s enough room to accommodate your guests and create a look they will not soon forget. There are a variety of ways to turn your home into everyone’s favorite spot, and one of the best ways is by distinguishing it with some high-end, luxury design. Deborah Leamann, owner of Deborah Leamann Interior Design in Pennington, says luxury design speaks volumes about home owners. “In the design arena, they are not interested in following trends or current fashion-forward items, but mainly investing in classic pieces with longevity — art, antiques and acquisitions that appeal to their personal style,” she says. “Why is it a good idea to do things a little unique? I do not believe in cookie-cutter design or following what every other design firm is doing. Having a unique twist to the design keeps interiors from being static and falling short on visual appeal.” Making some renovations to the home is one way to help make a house really stand out. For instance, upgrading electrical systems to a Forbes or Lomax switching system and becoming a “smart” house with a Lutron or Crestron system not
only can make you the envy of the neighborhood. Then of course, you can work on the physical design. “Investing in art and rugs that have value and can set a tone for the overall design is always a great idea,” Leamann says. “Having luxury baths and kitchens with upgraded appliances and finishes are timeless investments. Radiant heated floors, sound systems, elevators and custom closet designs round out the luxurious lifestyle.” The kitchen is often a focal point at parties. It is where food and drinks are prepared and meals are shared. Therefore, making sure that your kitchen is prepared is an essential aspect of hosting a party. Size is not a prerequisite for a great entertaining kitchen, although square footage will determine whether you can include features like an island or butler’s pantry. When it comes to creating the ideal kitchen for parties, one of the most vital aspects is that your kitchen serves as an effective entertaining space. This is determined through the specialty features that are integrated in the space to enable serving food and drinks to be easy tasks. The look of your kitchen is the essence to the vibe you want your party to have. A sleek look for your kitchen is recommended. When designing a one-wall, or single-wall kitchen, consider the placement and spacing of the elements of your work triangle: refrigerator, sink and stove/oven.
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Whether you’re entertaining indoors or outdoors, the right design can help create an elegant space for you and your guests. If you’re looking to make a statement on the exterior of your property, be it with a deck or patio, Leamann says natural surfaces are a must. “Blue stone, brick and field stone add a fabulous dimension and immediately speak luxury,” she says. She also recommends hiring a professional landscaper to enhance your home‘s curb appeal. Heated pools, hot tubs and fire features along with specialty lighting also can take summertime entertaining to new levels. Another idea is to invest in a fire pit and your guests will never want to go indoors, even
on chilly nights. Bring out the inner-kids in your guests by ending the night with everyone making their own s’mores. It’s a delicious way to keep the fun going. Bowden’s Fireside Hearth & Home in Hamilton can help you install a fire pit, and also has a great selection of barbecues and other outdoor living products. A secluded seating area becomes prime real estate for a fire pit setup. A grouping of weather-resistant chairs should surround any fire feature, and use decorated stones to call attention to the space. A great addition to a home
that wants to be known as the center for entertainment is a home bar. While these are normally reserved for adults who want to enjoy a cocktail, even in households where alcohol is not consumed regularly, it is nice to have a cozy spot to relax with a cappuccino, fruit
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HEALTH MATTERS
Dr. Philippe J. Khouri
Treating major depression with ECT the ‘Brain Defibrillator’
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States, affecting more than 16 million adults across the nation, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Often, depressive disorders can be treated with medications, psychotherapy or a combination of the two. However, in cases of severe depressive disorders not responding to medications, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has proven to be a safe and effective treatment approach that provides rapid relief. What is ECT? Electroconvulsive therapy is a procedure that causes changes in brain chemistry that can reverse the symptoms in severe depression and other conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder that are not responding to medication. During ECT small electric currents are sent to the brain through electrodes placed on the surface of the patient’s head. These electrical currents trigger a brief seizure, which helps to release certain chemicals known to improve cellular-level connections within the brain. Patients are administered general anesthesia prior to ECT and are unaware of the treatment as it is being administered. Is ECT safe? Yes. Electroconvulsive therapy is a wellresearched, highly effective procedure during which the patient is closely supervised. At the ECT Suite at Princeton House Be-
havioral Health, a unit of Princeton HealthCare System, every patient is closely monitored before, during and after the procedure by an anesthesiologist, a nurse certified in advanced cardiac life support, and an ECT psychiatrist. Not everyone will experience side effects from ECT, but some of the treatment’s more common side effects include: • Headache • Upset stomach • Muscle aches • Short-term memory loss While short-term memory loss has been associated with ECT, research shows that memory problems seem to be more associated with the traditional type of ECT called bilateral ECT, in which the electrodes are placed on both sides of the head. Today, ECT is being administered unilaterally, which involves applying the electrodes to only the right side of the head — the non-dominant hemisphere for most individuals. Unilateral ECT has been found to be less likely to cause memory problems, according to the NIH. Additionally, other advancements are significantly minimizing the risk. There is no longer a one-size-fits-all treatment approach. Rather the dose of the electrical stimulus is individualized for each patient. Further, older ECT equipment delivered a continual current, but today much shorter, brief pulse current frequent is used. While
the procedure takes only minutes, patients cannot drive immediately after and must have someone to drive them home. Who is a candidate for ECT? Patients with severe, treatment-resistant depression often find relief with ECT. Advances in ECT monitoring have expanded the ability to treat patients with co-existing conditions such as cardiovascular disease and sleep apnea. In addition to checking for signs of memory loss, doctors carefully monitor heart activity, blood pressure, oxygen consumption and other parameters. What are the benefits of ECT? As the NIH notes, two major advantages of ECT over medication are that ECT begins to work quicker, often starting within the first week, and older adults respond especially quickly. For many patients, ECT makes a significant difference in terms of coping abilities. It can relieve anxiety and mood instability, while restoring sleep, appetite, concentration, and the ability to feel and express emotion. In a sense, it is like resetting brain function. In addition, treatment with ECT can reduce lost work time, the need for hospitalization, the cost of medications and the number of side effects from taking multiple medications or having to take higher doses of medications to achieve symptom relief. How many treatments are generally given? Everyone is different and should receive
an individualized course of treatment. Initially, patients usually receive six to 12 treatments administered three days a week. The number of treatments is determined by the improvement in symptoms. After the initial treatment course, maintenance treatment may be needed to reduce the chances that symptoms will return. In many cases, patients who undergo ECT will also take antidepressant or a mood stabilizing medication as part of an ongoing treatment plan. While everyone feels sad or down sometimes, severe depressive disorders have significant biological correlates and are serious medical conditions that require treatment. If you struggle with severe depression that does not get better with medication and psychotherapy, ECT may help. Talk with your doctor about ECT and whether the treatment approach is right for you. For more information about ECT services at Princeton House, go to www. princetonhouse.org or call 609-613-4780.
Philippe J. Khouri, M.D., is board certified in adult and geriatric psychiatry. He is the Director of the Psychiatry Consultation Service at the University Medical Center of Princeton and Associate Medical Director of electroconvulsive therapy services at Princeton House Behavioral Health.
The top foods for a healthy heart By Keith Loria Special Writer
Dr. Perry Herman, on staff at Princeton Healthcare System, reminds his patients, “You are what you eat.” “What you put into your mouth translates into the fuel that is available to your body. Put in another way — food is medicine,” he says. “If we paid more attention to what we ate, then we would have less cardiovascular and other chronic diseases in this country. Diets high in saturated fat and simple sugars are toxic to your heart and entire body. They cause inflammation and ultimately with chronic exposure coronary and arterial vascular disease.” As an MDVIP-affiliated primary care physician who focuses on measuring risk for chronic
disease, and primarily cardiovascular disease, Princeton-based Dr. Simon Murray works very closely with his patients on exercise, diet and nutrition. Together with those in his care, he makes a plan that can work 365 days a year where both doctor and patient are accountable for helping to prevent and control heart disease. “Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death among men and women, and will affect half of all men and one-third of all women over the age of 40,” Dr. Murray says. “More than half of those who suffer from sudden cardiac arrest had no prior symptoms. The good news? An individual’s lifestyle can greatly reduce the chance of developing heart disease and reduce the chance of a survivor having a recurrent event.” Among his tips for healthy eating are to consume between five and nine servings of fruits
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Flemington Subaru Partners with Hunterdon Healthcare in Annual “Subaru Share the Love!” Campaign Raising Money For Local Foundation Christina O’Malley, Senior VP Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation accepts check from (left to right) Tim Morley, General Manager Flemington Subaru, Charlie Smith, General Manager Flemington Car & Truck Country & David Sammons, President and CEO of Subaru Distributors Corp. representing money raised from 2016-17 Subaru Share The Love Campaign.
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lemington Subaru, proud member of the Flemington Car and Truck Country Family of Brands, announced today the results of its 2016/2017 Subaru Share the Love Campaign which raised money for national charities as well as a designated “hometown charity.” Tim Morley, General Manager of Flemington Subaru; Charlie Smith, General Manager of the Flemington Car & Truck Country Family of Brands; and David Sammons, President and CEO of Subaru Distributors Corp. presented a check for $14,628.27 to Christina O’Malley, Senior Vice –President of the Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation (HHF). This check represented the amount contributed to Flemington Subaru’s chosen “hometown charity.” Beginning November 17, 2016 and running through January 2, 2017, customers who purchased a new Subaru selected from a list of organizations to receive a $250 donation from Subaru of America (SOA) in their name. The ninth-annual Share the Love program allowed customers the opportunity to make donations to four national charities: the ASPCA©, Make-A-Wish©, Meals on Wheels America© and the National Park Foundation. Additionally, customers of Flemington Subaru were given the opportunity to choose Flemington Subaru’s designated local charity, The Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation (HHF). HHF is the fundraising organization for Hunterdon Medical Center and supports the medical center’s mission to provide high quality healthcare for their community. “We are always happy to support this worthy program and raise money in the name of our long standing community partner, Hunterdon Healthcare Foundation” stated Steve Kalafer, Chairman of Flemington Subaru and the Flemington Car & Truck Country Family of Brands. “At Flemington Car & Truck Country we whole-heartily support the foundation’s mission to provide high quality, cost-effective healthcare for our local community, and welcome the opportunity to validate their cause.” “We are proud to give back to our local community anyway we can,” added Tim Morley, General Manager at Flemington Subaru. “Subaru’s Share the Love Program falls in line with who we are as an organization. We always look for opportunities to strengthen our community and build a better life for those less fortunate.” Subaru of America donated more than $23.4 million to national and local charities during its annual “Share The Love” campaign bringing the total donated through the life of the program to more than $94 million. Conveniently located at 167 Route 31 in Flemington NJ, Flemington Subaru, recipient of the 2017 DealerRater Consumer Satisfaction Award and a Subaru Stellar Performer Dealer, proudly offers for sale and services a full line of New & Certified Pre-Owned Subaru vehicles. The Flemington Car and Truck Country Family of Brands, “Family, Independent… Not Corporate,” is comprised of 16 manufacturer brands and 8 dealership locations on Routes 202 & 31 and is now in its 40th year of operation. For further information call 1-800- Flemington or visit Flemington. com.
and vegetables daily, limiting alcohol, choosing whole grains, lean proteins (fish, chicken without skin, beans) and low-fat dairy products, and limiting daily salt/sodium intake to around 2,000 mg. “Research suggests sodium retains fluid, which can increase blood volume thereby increasing blood pressure,” he says. “Read food package nutrition labels for sodium level. Frozen, processed and fast foods tend to be highest.” When buying produce, Dr. Murray suggests buying locally grown items, as a lot of fruit and vegetables imported from other countries lose some of their nutritional value by the time they hit the shelves. He adds that frozen produce works because the freezing locks in the nutrients. The American Heart Association recom-
mends eating fish (particularly fatty fish) at least two times (two servings) a week, especially fish high in omega-3s, such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, herring and trout. There are a number of things people can do in their diets to be more healthy. For instance, a handful of nuts such as almonds or walnuts will satisfy your hunger and help your heart. Berries are chock-full of heart-healthy phytonutrients and soluble fiber, so adding blueberries, strawberries, cranberries or raspberries in cereal or yogurt is a smart thing to do. Flaxseeds contain omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and phytoestogens to boost heart health, and people should take them in ground or milled form to reap the greatest benefit. Here are some other foods people should
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Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s tango in the night Spring gala raised funds for education outreach program in Trenton The Jasna Polana golf club in Princeton was transformed into a milonga (tango club) during Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s gala Under the Stars in Buenos Aires on April 8. Tango music performed by violin virtuoso Daniel Rowland and PSO musicians, professional tango dancers, and exotic décor evoked a sultry summer night in the city. The evening raised funds for the orchestra and its PSO BRAVO! education programs, particularly for a new initiative to bring the PSO’s music into the Trenton Public Schools. “Our goal this year was to introduce new elements and a unique look to keep the event fresh and full of energy,” said Stephanie Wedeking, gala chair. Among the additions were a party board sign-up for a cabaret evening with award-winning clarinetist/composer Derek Bermel, an extended cocktail hour, live-auction glow stick “bid paddles,” new auction items such as a private box at a Billy Joel concert and a special dinner orchestrated by PSO Music Director Rossen Milanov, plus the new theme of tango. Ms. Wedeking and her gala committee took inspiration from Daniel Rowland’s September 2016 PSO concert performance of Astor Piazzolla’s “Invierno Porteno” movement from the composer’s tango-infused Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. “We were honored and excited that Daniel reprised his stunning performance at the gala. His passionate playing absolutely captivated gala attendees,” Wedeking said. To complement the music, red,
yellow, and orange flowers lit by amber pin-lights echoed ceiling illumination to create an ambience evocative of an evening in Buenos Aires. Professional tango dancers circulated among guests for conversation and photos, then performed a tango demonstration before choosing partners to whirl around the dance floor. A tango trio with bandoneón kept the dance floor in constant motion. This year’s gala included a special PSO BRAVO! Challenge to attendees to participate in a new initiative to bring the Princeton Symphony Orchestra to Trenton public schools in a runout performance of the orchestra’s popular School Day Concert. “Transporting hundreds of school children from Trenton to Princeton just isn’t feasible for Trenton Public Schools, so the Princeton Symphony Orchestra is being pro-active and bringing the orchestra to Trenton,” said David Tierno, PSO board president emeritus and honorary gala chair. “Now school children there will be able to experience the joys and inspiration of a live orchestra performance in their own backyard.” More than 100 PSO BRAVO! performances and events each year engage students at every age level, and are presented free of charge to schools and throughout the community. The PSO relies on fundraising support to bring music to the concert hall and beyond. For more information on PSO BRAVO! and how to contribute to the PSO BRAVO! Trenton initiative, go to www.princetonsymphony.org/education.
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Violinist Daniel Rowland during a performance by PSO musicians of Astor Piazzolla’s “Invierno Porteno” from “Four Seasons of Buenos Airea” at the orchestra’s gala, April 8.
From left: Dave Tierno, chair emeritus, honorary gala chair Stephanie Wedeking, and violinist Daniel Rowland. At right, Stephanie and Robert Wedeking.
Heart Continued from Page 8 consider to help their heart health: • Crisp, fresh broccoli florets dipped in hummus are a terrific hearthealthy snack with a whopping list of nutrients, including vitamins C and E, potassium, folate, calcium and fiber. • Oatmeal is not only a favorite comfort-food but a nutrient powerhouse. • Dark beans, such as kidney or black beans, are high in fiber, B-vita-
mins, minerals and other nutrients good for your heart. • Asparagus is filled with mighty nutrients such as beta-carotene, folate and fiber, and provides just 25 calories per cup, or 5 calories per large spear. And just because you’re trying to keep your heart healthy doesn’t mean you can’t indulge once in a while. Dark chocolate is considered good for
your heart health, as long as its at least 70 percent cocoa. On the other side of the equation, there are plenty of things in people’s diets that are considered to be dangerous for the heart. Soda is one of the worst, as it raises sugar levels and puts stress on your artery walls and increases risk for cardiovascular disease. Heavily processed meats like hot
dogs, sausage, and most deli cuts tend to be loaded with additives. They’ve also repeatedly been linked to higher rates of heart disease. Then there’s refined carbs, which tend to be pumped up with sugar and additives, none of which are doing your heart any favors. Dr. Herman notes that making simple changes in what you eat, how often you exercise and how you man-
age stress can help put the brakes on heart disease. “My advice, first and foremost, is to eat ‘real food’ throughout the day and phase out needless sugar products and artificially processed junk food,” he says. “Diets high in lean proteins including fish, poultry, small amount of nuts and seeds and low fat diary are cardio protective.”
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On a quiet Hopewell Borough street less than half mile from Boro Bean and Nomad Pizza, this lovely home is move-in ready. Features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, an openconcept floor plan and a finished walkout lower level inlaw suite. Central air, city water and sewer.
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One of the best school systems and prestigious neighborhoods! Two story entrance foyer welcomes you into this Beautiful Center Hall Colonial seated on 0.61ac backing onto private wooded lot. Home features gleaming hard wood floors (except 2nd fl) and recessed lighting throughout. Vaulted ceiling in large living room, a spacious library, and the family room features beautiful marble surround wood burning fire place for that cozy time! Corian Counter tops in the center island and a kitchen with spacious breakfast nook. Second floor master suite with his & her walk in closet, Jack & Jill bathroom, and a princess suite with walk in closets. The fenced in yard with Spa built into the heated kidney shape in-ground is ready for your hot summer day and pool side party enjoyment! 1 New Road Kendall Park, NJ 08824
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Lambertville City $549,500 102 McDowell Dr. Welcome to Lambert’s Hill! This stunning three-bedroom townhome is meticulously maintained and situated on a premium wooded lot offering privacy and relaxation in this sought-after community. (ID#6939845) 609-397-0777
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$168,500
70E Park St 2-19. 3rd flr Condo. Elevator, view, 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Historic Bordentown, access to major hwys, train, bus & shops.. (ID#6913431)
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Florence
$215,500
511 Broad St. Completely renovated 3 BRs, 1.5 bath home. New walls, flooring, kitchen, baths, siding, H/VAC, hardwood, electric, windows & more. (ID#6933362)
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Lawrenceville
$494,000
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Robbinsville
$664,900
43 Pickering Dr. An East facing 4 BR, 2.5 BA, Colonial located in highly sought after community of Washington Greene, awaits you. (ID#6909038)
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Cream Ridge
$339,900
184 Burlington Path Rd. Beautiful 4 BR, 2 BA expanded Cape boasts SS Kitchen appliances, Media Room, 2 car detached garage. (ID#6955165 ) 609-586-1400
Hopewell Boro.
$680,000
Hopewell Twp.
$499,900
Franklin Twp.
$510,000
Lambertville City
$689,900
Morrisville Boro.
$219,900
11 Clinton St. An exclusive opportunity to own one of three luxury townhomes in the heart of Lambertville with the D&R canal in your backyard. Three levels of luxurious living space! (ID#6837229) 609-397-0777
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110 Darrow Dr. Situated in the heart of Hopewell Valley in the desireable Princeton Farms, 4 BR 2 ½BT Colonial. A perfect blend of country and neighborhood. (ID#6962527) 609-737-1500
515 Crown St. This twin house transformed into duplex is located on a quiet street with beautiful views. Completely renovated with two bedrooms and full kitchen and appliances on each floor. (ID#6951323) 215-862-9441
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Princeton Junction
$269,872
24 Fairview Ave. Dir: Rt. 1 to Washington Rd. to Fairview(ID#6946788)
609-586-1400
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$419,000
110 Kingwood Stockton Rd. Delightful stone & clapboard home in scenic village of Rosemont w/ large antique barn/workshop. (ID#3378118) 908-782-0100
Ewing Twp.
$239,900
140 Susan Dr. Well maintained large 4BR/ 1BT 2 Hf BT located in Hillwood Manor siting on a large fenced in yard. Come and Tour Today! Contact Stefanie Prettyman (ID#6963121 ) 609-737-1500
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$215,000
5 Hopkinson La. Center hall colonial in w/custom upgrades & whole house generator. All public utilities. (ID# 3366703 ) 908-782-0100
$365,000
19 Gateshead Dr. Immaculate 4 BR, 2.5 BA home. Features: kit, w/granite counter & cntr isld, IG pool w/6ft priv fence. EP Henry pavers. (ID#6888508)
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$432,800
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30 2nd St. 4BR 2 ½ BT. There is room for every one and every thing in this sought after location! This is a house you will love to call home. (ID# 6959829) 609-737-1500
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784 Lower Ferry Rd. Beautiful, sunny & spacious! This sparkling 4 BR 2 ½BT home has been updated to charm from the moment you step through the front gate. (ID#6962435) 609-737-1500
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109 Einstein Way. Magnificent 3BR, 3BA, in Riviera 55+ community, 2-story great room, 1st fl master suite, study, kit, huge 2nd fl loft.(ID#6957851)
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23 Jasmine Ct. This Society Hill 3BR, 2.5 BA is beautifully upgraded, remodeled kit, updated flooring, new paver patio. Just steps away from Main St. (ID#6936262)
609-921-2700
$240,000
6 Spencer Dr. New home with 3 BRs, 1.5 BA, gar & bsmnt. within walking distance to Elementary School. On oversized lot. Prof landscaping (ID#6849095)
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59 Faxon Dr. Dir: Hutchinson Rd to Ambleside to Saugas to Uxbridge to Faxon. House is located behind #57, second door at back. (ID#6960388)
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23 Hamilton Ct. A lovely 4 BR, 2.5 Bath Alexander Model in the desirable Lawrenceville Green at the end of a cul-de-sac. Newer HAVC & windows. (ID#6957674)
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Pennington Boro.
$449,900
Lambertville City
New Hope Boro.
$589,900
West Windsor
127 E Delaware Ave. Steps from the heart of Pennington Borough, the perfect blend of in town convenience, high walkability rating and all around fun. 3 BR 1 ½BT. (ID#6962526) 609-737-1500
40 W Bridge St. Mixed use property right in the center of New Hope Borough. In demand location! Awesome views of the busy New Hope and plenty of sunlight. (ID#6951304) 215-862-9441
$599,995
268 Holcombe Way. This beautiful end unit Patterson model townhome is situated on a professionally landscaped premium exterior lot. (ID#6937522) 609-397-0777
$599,999
109 South Lane. WOW! Gorgeous fully renovate ranch with pool,Picturque setting win WWindsor Twp. Top rated schools. Fabulous kit & Baths, New Roof, New HVAC, Freshly painted. (ID#6958497) 609-921-2700
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LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Bordentown, NJ. A 14,000+ SF shopping center with two 1,556+SF spaces available for lease. Offers easy access to Route 130 and Interstates 95, 195, 295 and the New Jersey Turnpike. BUSINESS Rocky Hill, NJ. A full service catering business for sale. There is no real estate included in the sale of this entity. Exceptional opportunity for the start up or experienced caterer. A complete property profile is available. Doing great numbers and has enormous upside. GREAT LOCATION An exceptional Hamilton, NJ, 5+ acre property available for sale. Conceptual plan available. VACANT LAND Hamilton Township, Mercer County, New Jersey. A 1.5 + acres vacant parcel of land available for sale. Property offers good visibility from Kuser Road, making it a prime location for development. WAREHOUSE/OFFICE Hamilton, NJ. An 11,534+ SF office/warehouse and a 2,185+ SF plus loft vehicle maintenance garage available for sale with 5+ acre vehicle/equipment storage. COMMERCIAL BUILDING Ewing, NJ. Two buildings on a 1.2+ acre lot available for sale. A to family and a 3,000+ SF commercial building. Call for details. RESIDENTIAL LOT FOR SALE! 0.75 acres in West Windsor. Will not last. GREAT OPPORTUNITY Princeton, NJ. 1,800+ SF of office space directly on Nassau Street. Corner location. Functional office space at a very competitive rate. Available for lease. DEVELOPMENT SITE East Windsor, NJ. 2.08± acres of vacant land available for sale (0.8+ acres are wetlands). It is near Route 33 and the New Jersey Turnpike (Exit 8). Richardson Commercial Realtors 609-586-1000 Announcements NEED TO REACH MORE PEOPLE? Place your 25-word classified ad in 130 NJ newspapers for $560. Call Peggy Arbitell at 609-3597381, email parbitell@njpa.org or visit www.njpa.org. (Nationwide placement available.) Ask About our TRI-BUY package to reach NY, NJ and PA! Keeping an eye on your governments? Manually search the site or register to receive email notifications and/or save your searches. It's a free public service provided by NJ Press Association at www.njpublicnotices.com
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1987 Mercedes Benz 560SL Convertible Great condition, 65,500 original miles, Auto. Trans., always garaged and regularly maintained. Beautiful Champagne light brown exterior and leather tan interior. Comes with a removable hardtop and a folding dark brown softtop. AC, AM/FM/CD radio. $16,500, Call 609-712-7737. Help Wanted
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