Windsor-Hights Herald 2017-05-12

TIMEOFF

NEWS

Single again

Major collecting effort

‘Curvy Window’ at the George Street Playhouse. Plus: Tom Lewis sings songs of the sea in Princeton.

East Windsor collects unused and unneeded prescription drugs. Page 3A

Vol. 51, NO. 19

Published every Friday

Friday, May 12, 2017

609-924-3244

centraljersey.com

windsorhightsherald.com

Mayor details East Windsor’s achievements By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

When most mayors report on their towns at the annual “state-ofthe-township” address, they may keep their remarks limited to the top 10 significant achievements. But East Windsor Township Mayor Janice Mironov was hardpressed to do that when she delivered her annual State of the Township address last week. Instead, Mayor Mironov reeled off a list of 21 items - ranging from the opening of new shopping centers to the relocation or expansion of pharmaceutical companies in East Windsor Township. “Everything is really great. The town is booming and municipal government is strong financially,” Mayor Mironov said at the event, which was sponsored by the MidJersey Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Mironov pointed out that 2017 marks the fifth straight

year of holding the line on the municipal property tax rate. There has not been an increase in the municipal property tax rate in five years. While Mayor Mironov was proud of the town’s ability to keep municipal property taxes in check, she was also proud of the new developments that have been built in East Windsor Township. Several new shopping centers have opened for business in East Windsor Township recently, bringing new stores for residents, she said. Those new shopping centers include The Galleria at East Windsor on Route 33,and The Shoppes at East Windsor on Route 130. Combined, they have brought nearly 20 new stores to the area, she said. But it’s not just new shopping centers that have opened their doors in East Windsor Township. Mayor Mironov said several pharmaceutical companies have

either expanded their current facilities or moved to the township. For example, the ForDox pharmaceutical company has renovated and expanded a property on Princeton-Hightstown Road. Hovione, which is a Portuguese pharmaceutical company, has added 28,000 square feet to its existing 24,000-square-foot building on Lake Drive, while Novitium Pharmaceutical has moved into a 45,000-square-foot space, also on Lake Drive. But perhaps the most significant development is that of Aurobindo Pharma, which is based in India. The company is building a 567,000-square-foot warehouse, distribution and manufacturing center on the corner of PrincetonHightstown Road and Old Trenton Road. And while Mayor Mironov is proud of those projects, she also pointed to the township’s ability to take care of its senior citizens

through the development of assisted living facilities and apartments. The Seasons at East Windsor will be built on a three-acre site on Princeton-Hightstown Road. It is a 120-bed assisted living facility that has received Planning Board approval and is moving through other processes, she said. The Woods at East Windsor, which is basically completed, is an 86-unit senior citizen marketrate apartment development. Built by Sterling Properties, it is on Lanning Boulevard - between the East Windsor Senior Center and Wheaton Pointe, which is a Springpoint Foundation senior citizens development, Mayor Mironov said. While Mayor Mironov is proud of the new developments and tax ratables in East Windsor Township, she is also proud of the newly installed solar panel array at the Police/Court Building at 80 One Mile Road. The solar array is

on adjacent land donated by to the township by McGraw-Hill, she said. The solar array will generate more than 577,000 kilowatts of energy annually, offsetting nearly 100 percent of the Police/Court Building’s energy use. The township will save $527,933 over the 15-year term of the power purchase agreement with Altus Power America, she said. The township has the option to renew the agreement for two additional terms of five years each. “I am really proud of our municipal government. It’s exciting to see things going forward - retail, small businesses, corporations,” the mayor said, wrapping up her remarks. “I don’t think a lot of towns can boast of such a healthy mix in their community. East Windsor is always becoming a better and better community,” Mayor Mironov said.

Hightstown’s 96th annual Memorial Day parade is set

215-354-3146

Hightstown resident Irving Schrom, who fought in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II, will be among three grand marshals of the 96th annual Hightstown Memorial Day Parade. Also serving as grand marshals are two Korean War veterans, Henry Floyd and Alvin Miller. The title of this year’s parade is “Honoring Those Who Answer the Call.” The parade will be held on Monday, May 29, and kick off at 9 a.m. from the corner of Dutch Neck Road and Stockton Street. It will move down Stockton Street, turn on to Bank Street and then right on to Main Street. There will be ceremonies at the two memorials in front of the library, as well as a wreath-laying ceremony from a boat on Peddie Lake. After the speeches at the reviewing stand in front of the firehouse, the parade moves up Main Street to Dutch Neck Road and ends at the VFW. There will be a picnic/barbecue at the VFW and a display of antique cars. The Joint Bases-MDL, as well as the Army National Guard, are expected to participate in the parade.

Photos by Rebecca Nowalski

Among those attending the rally were Mary Timberlake of Princeton, left; Rita Strmensky of East Windsor above top; and Meredith Mocha, 7, of East Windsor.

‘Standing Together’ rally celebrates diversity Judith Arnold believes that Central New Jersey offers a rich mixture of ethnicities, religions, interests, talents, and strengths the very foundation on which the country was built. So Arnold and Deborah Macmillan, both members of The League of Women Voters of East Windsor-Hightstown, decided to conduct a meeting of a variety of community groups to consider hold a rally to celebrate diversity. The result was a “Standing Together” Rally to Celebrate Diversity, spearheaded by the League of Women Voters of East Windsor-

Hightstown, drew individuals from various backgrounds May 7 to Montgomery County Community College. “Now is a time when we should celebrate and show support for our values and those who work today to fulfill the American dream and to help others do so,” said Arnold. Macmillan emphasized that many Americans today - citizens and other residents - need to know that many people stand together in support of one another. This event featured several speakers at the beginning and end of the rally representing a variety

of racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. The “Standing Together” event also included a 1.2k (3/4 mile) walk through the campus. Participants were encouraged to create and carry signs with positive messages and images celebrating diversity. Three of the most imaginative and/or inspirational signs were awarded a gift card prize. According to the League of Women Voter organizers, the rally was intended to affirm the value of diversity to society and defend that importance. “It was a time for neighbors

Index Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A Classified . . . . . . . . . . C/D/E Lifestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1B

and friends, new and old, to illustrate the meaning of the saying ‘The whole is greater than the sum of the parts,’” said Arnold. Macmillan agrees saying, “We looked at ‘Standing Together’ as a true celebration of diversity in its many facets,” said Macmillan. “At a time when many live in fear, and hate crimes are on the rise, it seemed particularly fitting for people across all backgrounds to rally and connect by standing and walking - together.” For more information on “Standing Together,” send an email to StandingTogether2017@gmail.com.

Call us Movie Times . . . . . . . . . . . 9B Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7A Police Blotter . . . . . . . . . . . 2A

News: (609) 924-3244 Classified: (609) 924-3250 Advertising: (609) 924-3244 To subscribe: (215) 354-3146

2A Windsor-Hights Herald/The Cranbury Press

Friday, May 12, 2017

www.windsorhightsherald.com/www.cranburypress.com

POLICE BLOTTER

The East Windsor Township Police Department initiated the following police reports through Wednesday, May 3, 2017.

A 33-year-old East Windsor woman was charged with shoplifting, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia after an incident at 3:30 p.m. April 28 at Target. Officers responded to Target on a report of a shoplifter who concealed numerous items valued at $138.80 and attempted to leave the store without paying. The investigation also revealed the suspect was in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The suspect was arrested and later released pending court action.

Officers responded to the Exxon on Route 130 South at 1:08 p.m. April 29 on a report of a burglary. The caller reported that he observed an unknown male exiting the business while he was serving customers. It was determined the suspect removed approximately $997 from the office. The incident remains under investigation.

A 39-year-old man from Lake Elsinore, CA, was charged with DUI, refusal to submit to a breath test, carless driving, reckless driving, failure to ob-

serve signal, making an improper U-turn, failure to maintain lane and failure to exhibit insurance after being stopped at 2:10 a.m. April 30 at Route 130 and Route 571. While on patrol, an officer observed a vehicle travel through a red traffic signal. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop and while speaking with the driver, smelled an alcoholic beverage, along with noticing his eyes were blood shot and watery. The driver was given field sobriety tests, arrested for DUI and later released pending court action. The Hightstown Police Department initiated the following police reports from May 2 through May 7, 2017. A 20-year-old Edison man was arrested May 2 for an active warrant out of Tinton Falls Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on North Main Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released on his own recognizance. A 37-year-old Hightstown woman turned herself in May 3 on an active warrant out of Hightstown Municipal Court. She was processed and released on her own recognizance.

A 35-year old Hamilton man was arrested May 4 the Hamilton Polioce Department for an active warrant out of Hightstown Municipal Court. He was turned over to the Hightstown Police Department and subsequently transported to the Mercer County Adult Correctional Facility, in lieu of bail. A 38-year-old East Windsor man was arrested May 7 for DWI, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Monmouth Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, and processed. After he was processed, he was unable to find someone to pick him up and he was then transported to the Robbinsville Police Department to be held for 12 hours per John’s Law. A 43-year-old Burlington man was arrested May 7 for an active warrant out of Burlington County Municipal Court and a 43-year-old Trenton man was also arrested May 7 for an active warrant out of Eastampton Municipal Court, during the course of a call for service on Main Street. Both were transported to police headquarters, booked, and processed. One was released on his own recognizance. The other was transported to the Mercer County Adult Correctional Facility, in lieu of bail.

GET CONNECTED!

SERVING THE COMMUNITY é

é é

Mother’s Day Specials $1000 off

$200 off

Invisalign

In office bleaching

• Invisalign • Invisalign Teen • Zoom Whitening • Home Sleep Dental • Snap On Smile • Lumineers • Visilite Oral Cancer Exam

From left, Steve DeMicco, president 4CM&M, Former Governor James Florio, Amy Mansue, president RWJ Barnabus Health, Southern Region, CASA of Middlesex County Board Chair Gerald Pomper and Senator Joseph Vitale, at CASA of Middlesex County's annual fundraiser, held May 7 in New Brunswick. Mansue received an award for her years of working to improve the well-being of New Jersey children. Proceeds from the event will help children in foster care.

Hightstown resident receives honor at benefit for area foster children Hightstown resident Amy Mansue, president, Southern Region for RWJBarnabas Health, was honored recently at Toast 2017, an annual fundraiser that benefits children in foster care. About 200 community members and local and state leaders and child advocates attended the New Brunswick event, hosted by CASA of Middlesex County. Dignitaries included former Governors James Florio and James McGreevy and state Senator Joseph Vitale, among others. Former state Sen. William Hamilton and CASA board member presented the award to Mansue. “Amy has had a distinguished career in healthcare and public policy,’’ Hamilton said. “She had made many, many contributions to the well-being of children

across New Jersey.’‘ Held at Steakhouse 85, Toast 2017 drew praise from attendees, who enjoyed a champagne brunch and a silent auction, while raising much-needed funds to recruit, train and support more Court Appointed Special Volunteers (CASA), who look out for the best interests of foster children, said Stephanie Brown, director, CASA of Middlesex County. Only about one-quarter of Middlesex County children in foster care have someone solely dedicated to looking out for their best interests, Brown said. Research shows that children without a CASA are likely to spend more time in foster care, struggle at school and return to foster care because of repeat abuse, Brown explained. As the former president

William Tarallo CFP® Managing Principal 1246 S River Rd Ste 105b Cranbury, NJ 08512 Direct: (609) 655-0202 Ext. 1 bill.tarallo@wfaﬁnet.com www.billtarallo.wfadv.com

Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 6/30/17

• One Visit Veneer • One Visit Root Canal • Tooth Colored Fillings • Adult and Child Orthodontics • Implant-Tooth Replacement

Dr. Marjan Habibian

* ÃÊUÊ-«>ÃÊUÊ-Õ«« iÃÊUÊ-> iÃ -iÀÛ ViÊUÊ ÃÌ> >Ì ÊUÊ Ã«iVÌ ,i Û>Ì ÊUÊ-> ÌÊ i iÀ>Ì ÀÃÊ> ` i>ÌÊ*Õ «ÃÊUÊ i> Ê iÌiVÌ iÀÃÊUÊ,iÃÕÀv>V }ÊUÊ « } / iÃÊUÊ iV }ÊUÊ Õ Ê,iÌ> Ê-Ì Ài Fibre Tech With 25 Year Warranty "«i Ê Ê9i>ÀÊÇÊ >ÞÃÊ Ê7ii

> Ê ÜÊv ÀÊ>

503 Plainsboro Road • Plainsboro, NJ 08536

, Ê -/ / t

609-452-2600

747 Route 18 East Brunswick NJ www.Stardust-Pools.com Phone: 732-691-4038 Fax: 732-238-4605

www.ToothFairyFamily.com

and chief executive officer of Children’s Specialized Hospital, which treats children facing special health challenges, Mansue often met children who had been abused or neglected and were in the state’s foster care system. “I saw up close the health issues that can arise when children suffer the trauma of abuse or are born with disabilities due to parental substance abuse,” Mansue said. “They need the caring, watchful eye of an adult who has only their best interests at heart. “CASA never loses sight of the kids,” Mansue added when accepting the award. “Their sole focus is the protection and well-being of these children. It cannot be overstated how important that is. Every other entity in the child protection system has other interests.”

FOR OV ER 22 YEARS

Let us make your smile magical!

Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 6/30/17

Courtesy photo

/ToothFairyDental

L SPECIA RS DAY MOTHE Foam Float Soft regular $

NOW $

1355/15/17 ends

99!

VÕÃÌ iÀÃiÀÛ ViJÃÌ>À`ÕÃÌ « Ã°V Vi ÃiÊ£Î6 ä{În{nää

Friday, May 12, 2017

www.windsorhightsherald.com/www.cranburypress.com

Windsor-Hights Herald/The Cranbury Press

East Windsor collects unused, unneeded prescription drugs By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

It only took four hours for East Windsor Township to collect 35 pounds of unused, unneeded or expired prescription medicine during “Operation Medicine Cabinet,” according to East Windsor Township Mayor Janice Mironov. The program, sponsored by the New Jersey Division of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, seeks to get that medicine out of residents’ homes and into the hands of federal officials for disposal by offering the oneday special program. “I think it was a great

success,” Mayor Mironov said of the event, which took place April 29. The program provides an opportunity to dispose of unwanted, unused or expired medications in a secure and environmentally responsible manner. It also prevents possible misuse and access to the drugs by unauthorized persons and young people, Mayor Mironov said. But that’s not the only chance for residents to drop off unused or expired drugs. East Windsor Township set up a permanent drop box for unneeded, unused and expired drugs in the lobby of the Police/Court Building at 80 One Mile Road last

summer. The drop box at the Police/Court Building is available for residents to dispose of medications around the clock, every day of the year. The goal is to make it convenient for residents, so they will not have to rely on once-a-year events such as Operation Medicine Cabinet to get rid of medications. Since the permanent box was installed last summer, 427 pounds of unused, unneeded and expired drugs have been collected. The East Windsor Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse researched the program and helped to set up the collection box.

Local student a finalist in statewide drug prevention artwork contest

Lada Labas of Walter C. healthy life without drugs. derstand that there are alterBlack Elementary School in Their artwork will help natives to drugs that are fun Hightstown was one of 30 fi- other children and teens un- and rewarding.” nalists from across the state to participate in the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey’s Fourth Grade Folder Contest award ceremony held May 3 at the Middlesex Fascial Stretch TherapyTM is a unique, County Fire Academy. complete & comprehensive system More than 7,000 fourthof table-based assisted stretching, graders participated in the confocusing on the joint capsule & test. All 30 finalists received connective tissue that surrounds medals for their creative peermuscles, bones & joints. to-peer substance abuse prevention artwork with the %HQHĸ WV theme, “Fun Things to Do In• Increases Flexibility & stead Of Doing Drugs.” Joint Range of Motion Lada focused on artistic • Lengthen & Re-aligns Muscles alternatives to drugs in • Improves Posture “Paint Over Drugs.” “These young students • Decreases Aches & Pains from around the state are setResults Felt in One Session! ting tremendous examples Cumulative Results with for others to follow,” said Multiple Sessions! Angelo M. Valente, executive director of the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Christine Femia, Jersey. “They are to be comExercise Physiologist. mended for delivering compelling messages through MyoFascial Stretch Therapist their artwork to other stu973-214-7764 or cfem23@aol.com dents about enjoying a

Stiff Joints? Tight Muscles?

Photos by Rebecca Nowalski

Council K of C No. 6284 blood drive The Council K of C No. 6284 Red Cross blood drive, the 27th drive the club has held since August 2004, was held May 6 at the First Aid Squad in Hightstown. The goal for this drive was 40 donations. O negative blood supply is critically low at this time and O negative blood donations were being sought. Council K of C No. 6284 has has collected a total of 1,158 donations of blood that have saved 3,474 lives since the group began having the event. Kristen Burgoyne of Hightstown, top photo, is assisted by American Red Cross blood collections specialist Tajh Innis, who processes blood samples after the donation process is complete. Diane Laszlo of Hightstown, bottom photo, takes her turn at donating blood.

4A Windsor-Hights Herald/The Cranbury Press

Friday, May 12, 2017

www.windsorhightsherald.com/www.cranburypress.com

WHAT’S GOING ON Fri., May 12

Mon., May 15

On a Roll: Sushi Making with Sofia Milner at 7 p.m. at Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury. Come learn the basics of sushi making with local resident and culinary instructor Sofia Milner, and try some samples. Part of the library’s Booking the Cooks series. Registration required. Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth-2.5 years and a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.

Mystery Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing Live by Night by Dennis Lehane. New members always welcome. Sing-Along with Kim Yarson from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For ages birth-5 and a caregiver. Dance to Kim’s high-energy guitar music as she plays classics and original songs. Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during lunch hour. This short mediation will help us regain the peace that we lose through our busy mornings and it will also help us get

Sat., May 13

Second Saturday Story Time at 11 a.m. at Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury. Join us for a family story time featuring songs, stories, and a craft! With caregiver. Ages 2-5.

www.windsorheightsherald.com www.cranburypress.com Bernard Kilgore, Group Publisher 1955-1967 Mary Louise Kilgore Beilman, Board Chairman 1967-2005

Mike Morsch

Donna Kenyon

Regional Editor

Executive Editor

Joseph Eisele

Michele Nesbihal

Publisher

General Manager mnesbihal@centraljersey.com

145 Witherspoon Street Princeton, N.J. 08542 Corporate Offices

198 Route 9 North, Suite 100 Manalapan, N.J. 07726 © Packet Media, LLC. 2017.

(609) 924-3244 FAX (609) 921-2714 (Advertising) FAX (609) 924-3842 (Editorial)

through the rest of our day smoothly. Get In Sync with Your Movements from 10 a.m. to noon at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Stay healthy and safe! Learn to move in ways to avoid injuries in your everyday life. Join us for this informative presentation, including exercises by Gauri, from Synergex Physcial Therapy. Please register at www.mcl.org. The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Women’s League Presents “Keep This Toss That” at 7 p.m. Join organizing humorist Jamie Novak for a laugh-out-loud funny look at the challenges to getting organized. Be prepared to smile as one or more of these excuses hit home. Aside from a laugh or two, you will walk away with tips on how to save time by getting organized. If you are wondering what to keep, what to toss, what to share or sell and where and how to let it go, this workshop is not to be missed. Jamie Novak is the author of multiple bestsellers including Keep This Toss That. You may have seen her on HGTV, QVC or Better TV. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.

Tues., May 16 Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learn-

There is always something

Wed., May 17 Benefits of Believing in Reincarnation at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Arvind D. Shah of the Ratna Global Foundation will talk about the many benefits of a belief in reincarnation including improving creativity, maintaining calm, solving phobias such as a fear of heights and promoting a joyful death. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Midweek Math Tutoring from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in math help for 1-8 grade students with Peddie School student tutors.

Thurs., May 18 Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge

the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn simple and powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. Bring a mat or large towel. Instructor, Aruna, is a trained Isha facilitator. Please register at www.mcl.org.

of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330. Everyday English at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Taught by ESL instructor Stephanie Owens. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.

Sun., May 21

Fri., May 19

Movie: Arrival at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Amy Adams. Rated PG-13, 116 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Genealogy Club will be sponsoring a discussion titled, “The Intersection of Genetics and Genealogy,” at 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker, Anthony May, a scientist by day and a genealogy addict by night, will lead the discussion. Anthony is a native of New Jersey and has been engaged in genealogy research since the age of 16. Inspired by his great-grandmother, a descendant of slaves from rural Mississippi, Anthony set out to explore his family’s story. Anthony’s mission is to inspire young people to explore their origins through genetic genealogy and family history research. Please join us for Anthony’s inspiring story of search and discovery. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520. www.bethel.net. Contact the Synagogue Office with any

Drum Circle at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join musician and teacher Reed Thomas to create simple rhythms using hand held drums and various percussion instruments. No experience required. Movie: Allied at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Brad Pitt. Rated R, 124 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Open Play for Babies & Toddlers from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Caregivers can drop in with little ones ages birth-2.5 years to play with the library’s toys in the community room and socialize.

Sat., May 20 Yoga for Beginners from 10:30 a.m. to noon at

See CALENDAR, Page 5

special happening at Meadow Lakes! F

G EVENING O

RTAININ ICIOUSLY ENTE EL D A R FO S U

R E T A E H T R E N DIN

JOIN

ing English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 4481474. for any of these three classes.

EATER W LAKES TH THE MEADO

H S I K O BO ONGS, S F O E U V E R A TES SCENES & QUO

Join us for an evening ﬁlled with good food, Jo go good friends and good theater! Enjoy a sneak preview of the energizing lifestyle you could be pr liv living every day.

Th is your ticket to Bookish, This a Meadow Lakes PlayReaders production

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24 PLEASE RSVP BY MAY 20 P 877-602-1324 87 Can't make it? Call for a personal tour! Ca

0524

LAKES A M E A D OW N PRODUCTIO S R E D A E R Y RESIDENT PLA

OPEN

OPEN SE

ATING

Meadow Lakes is located just outside of Hightstown in East Windsor, off Etra Road, across from the Peddie School athletic fields. The main entrance is directly across from Ward Street. For detailed directions, visit our website. This event will include an informational presentation about our community that will last at least 10 minutes.

SEAT

BOO KI Play SH, A M Read eado ers P w La Wed rodu kes nesd ction ay, M ay 2 4

ING

**CO

Wedn es

MPL

day, M

IMEN

ay 24 **COMP

LIMENTA

OPEN SEATING

Wednesda y,

RY**

May 24

300 Meadow Lakes, East Windsor, NJ 08520 | A Senior Living Community | meadowlakesonline.org

TARY

Friday, May 12, 2017

www.windsorhightsherald.com/www.cranburypress.com

Windsor-Hights Herald/The Cranbury Press

Calendar Continued from Page 4 questions, (609) 443-4454.

Mon., May 22

Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing & painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during lunch hour. This short mediation will help us regain the peace that we lose through our busy mornings and it will also help us get through the rest of our day smoothly. Tween-Parent Book from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in Grades 3-5 and their parents are invited to enjoy snacks and discuss this month’s book. “The Thirteen-Story Treehouse” by Andy Griffiths is his month’s title.

Tues., May 23

New to Medicare at 3 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Looking for answers to common questions about Medicare, including coverage, enrollment, eligibility, and claims? The State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or SHIP, is a free and impartial health bene-

fits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers funded through state and federal monies. This talk will break down Medicare into its different parts so you can understand and decide what coverage you need, when and how to get it, as well as offering an opportunity to arrange individual follow up if you still have questions. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474 for any of these 3 classes.

Wed., May 24 Embroidery Circle at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The Embroidery Circle is open to all skill levels - including absolute beginners. Bring embroidery projects you are working on to share with others or work in the good company of fellow embroiders. No registration is necessary. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Me-

morial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Midweek Math Tutoring from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in math help for 1-8 grade students with Peddie School student tutors.

Thurs., May 25 Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330. Everyday English at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Taught by ESL instructor Stephanie Owens. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.

Fri., May 26 Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth-2.5 years and a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun fol-

lowed by play time with the library’s toys.

Tues., May 30 Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474 for any of these three classes. Free Immigration Legal Clinic from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474 for a free 15 minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.

ing from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in math help for 1-8 grade students with Peddie School student tutors

Robbinsville, NJ. Call (609) 443-4454 or e-mail membership@bethel.net to RSVP. RSVPs are requested but not required.

Fri., June 2

Bald Eagles in Cranbury, 6:30 p.m., Cranbury Public Library. Local resident Bob Kane explains how he uses a unique recycling process to entice bald eagles onto his property for photographs. A selection of his photos will be featured. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury.

“The Vinyl Dialogues,” a discussion of memorable albums from the 1970s, 6:30 p.m., at the Cranbury Public Library. Cranbury Press Editor Mike Morsch, author of The Vinyl Dialogues book series, will discuss the stories behind the making of memorable albums of the 1970s as told through interviews with the artists who made the music. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury.

Thurs., June 8 Photo Editing with your Tablet at 1 p.m., Cranbury Public Library. Learn how to edit and enhance your photos using available apps on your tablet. Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury.

Wed., June 14

Thurs., June 15

The Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Senior’s Group invites you to join them for the last meeting of the season, “Food and a Flick,” at 1 p.m. Have a dairy lunch and enjoy a movie. All for free. Please RSVP by June 9. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609443-4454; www.bethel.net.

Wed., May 31

Fri., June 9

Continuing events

Hickory Corner Book Discussion at 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson. New members are always welcome. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Siblings welcome. Midweek Math Tutor-

Join the East Windsor congregation of Beth El Synagogue for a relaxed, musical, family friendly Friday night service, Shabbat on the Lake, at 5:45 p.m. The service will be held at the picturesque gazebo on Lake Drive in Robbinsville’s Town Center. The evening provides an opportunity to meet the clergy and friendly congregation. Please bring your own chair(s) and/or blanket(s) as limited seating will be available. In case of inclement weather, services will be held at The Robbinsville Senior Center, 1117 Route 130,

Spinning Yarns Craft Circle: This club meets the first and third Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Visit the Gambino Room for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. Read It and Eat It! Cook Book Club: This club takes place the third Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Call the library to reserve a copy of this month’s book or visit www.goodreads.com/topic/ group_folder/264622.

6A Windsor-Hights Herald/The Cranbury Press

www.windsorhightsherald.com/www.cranburypress.com

Friday, May 12, 2017

www.windsorhightsherald.com/www.cranburypress.com

Windsor-Hights Herald/The Cranbury Press

MERCER COUNTY NOTES Teen arts festival scheduled

Hundreds of teenage artists and performers will experience the 2017 Mercer County Teen Arts Festival on Friday, May 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The festival provides high school and middle school students from the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public, private and parochial schools an opportunity for a day of full arts immersion at the West Windsor campus of Mercer County Community College. The day is filled with master classes, workshops and hands-on art-making activities. Through these sessions, teens have the opportunity to make new friends and network with their peers, learn new artistic skills, enhance skills they already have and become better prepared for their future. Sessions are offered across artistic disciplines. Among the many offerings are: plein air painting, ceramics and portfolio review for those engaged in visual arts; performing arts students can explore music improv, modern dance or rock vocals; and students with literary ideas can work on creative storytelling and publishing workshops. Critique sessions are also a key aspect of the day. Experts and teachers in each arts field offer students constructive feedback on their work and performances to help advance studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; understanding of their work, provide suggestions for future exploration in their field, and even offer guidance for their future academic and career endeavors. These critiques go beyond a simple statement of an artwork being â&#x20AC;&#x153;great,â&#x20AC;? and truly offer opportunity for the students to see their work in a new light. All art and performances presented for critique are further evaluated by the adjudicators, and a select group of stuLegal Notices Housing Authority of the Borough of Hightstown Hightstown, New Jersey Parking Area Improvements at Hightstown Public Authority Housing INVITATION TO BID

The Housing Authority of the Borough of Hightstown will receive sealed Bids on at 131 Rogers Avenue, Hightstown, NJ 08520 for the following items as outlined in the Technical Specifications: PARKING AREA IMPROVEMENTS HIGHTSTOWN HOUSING AUTHORITY HOUSING

Bidders are to submit Bids in a sealed envelope marked with the job title as it appears in this advertisement written on both an envelope containing the Bid and on an outer envelope.

A deposit of $50.00 (Check or Money Order only), is required and is refundable on return ofthe specifications and documents within ten (10) days after Bid Date in unmarred condition.

All Bidders are hereby notified that they must comply with all applicable Federal, State and Municipal Laws, rules and regulations, including, but not limited, to those pertaining to Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Ownership, Disclosure and Security. Bidders must also comply with New Jersey Statutes 40A:11-16, with regard to listing subcontractors.

dents are offered a special opportunity to present their work at the State Teen Arts Festival, which takes place May 31 through June 2 at Ocean County Community College in Toms River. The Mercer County Teen Arts Festival is presented by the Mercer County Division of Culture and Heritage. The Division is excited to introduce a new Teen Arts Festival Coordinator, Marisa N. Benson, for the 2017 event. Benson is a Ewing-based arts consultant with experience in community arts and festival programming. She has worked on large multi-arts festivals and events in Trenton, Camden and Orange, with a specific expertise in arts programming for youth, family and community audiences. Questions about the Mercer County Teen Arts Festival or other Division of Culture and Heritage programs may be directed to teenarts@mercercounty.org or 609-278-2712.

Sealed bids shall be received until 11:00 AM prevailing time on Friday June 16th at the Borough of Hightstown Housing Authority offices at 131 Rogers Avenue, Hightstown, NJ at which time all bids shall be opened and read aloud publicly.

The Housing Authority of the Borough of Hightstown reserves the right to reject any and all Bids or to waive any informality in the Bidding.

No Bid shall be withdrawn for the period of sixty (60) days subsequent to opening of bids without the consent of the Housing Authority of the Borough of Hightstown.

A bid must be accompanied by a Bid Guaranty which shall not be less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the total bid. At the option of the bidder, the guaranty may be a certified check, bank draft, U.S. Government Bond (at current date market value) or a bid bond secured by guaranty Surety Company. Performance and Payment Bond will be required of the successful bidder.

This project is 100% financed with 2016 CFP, 2017 CFP and operational funds.

This is an Equal Opportunity for Businesses and Lower Income Persons (HUD Act of 1968, Section 3) (Applicable to Contacts in Excess of $200,000.00).

The work to be performed under this contract is on a project assisted under a program providing direct Federal Financial Assistance from the department of Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended.

All Bidders must be licensed, registered or otherwise legally permitted to conduct construction contracting business in the State of New Jersey. The Bidders must also satisfy all insurance requirements set forth in the Bid Specifications. Bidders must be capable and experienced in subcontracting pertinent portions of the Work to qualified and experienced subcontractors, and installers.

Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) will be offered full opportunity to bid and will not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex or national origin in consideration of an award. Housing Authority of the Borough of Hightstown Allen Keith LePrevost, Executive Director

WHH, 1x, 5/12/17 Fee: $71.61 Aff: $15.00

Obituaries

Second Annual Trail Run and Festival scheduled

Experience the Abbott Marshlands the way our nocturnal wildlife neighbors do during the Tulpehaking Nature Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Twilight Beaver Walkâ&#x20AC;? on Friday, May 12. A Mercer County Park Commission Naturalist will guide you through the trails to use all your senses to detect beavers and other night critters. A favorite spot for beavers, the Abbott Marshlands is the perfect place to see evidence of these aquatic architects. Beavers are responsible for creating and expanding wetlands that attract a plethora of life to the new habitat. The dams they build create deeper and more stable sources of water for ducks, frogs, fish and more. These diverse and teeming pools will be something to keep an eye out for on the walk, and you might even see a beaver at work. Come explore the Abbott Marshlands on this guided night hike. Participants will look for tail slaps, chewed branches and tree trunks, beaver lodges and dams as well as the beavers themselves, while also being on the lookout for other creatures that go bump in the night. Meet at the Tulpehaking Nature Center at 7:30 p.m. Bring a flashlight, water and sturdy shoes. This program is $5 per person or $20 per family; pre-registration is required. Please call (609) 888-3218 or email natureprograms@mercercounty.org.

Dig out those sneakers for an exciting trail run in Pennington. On Sunday, May 21, from noon to 4 p.m., the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association is holding a 10K and 5K trail run and festival on its 930-acre Watershed Reserve. Proceeds from the race and festival benefit the Watershed Association, whose mission is to protect and restore clean water and a healthy environment in central New Jersey. Joining the event is Bennett Beach, 67, a Boston Marathon runner. He is coping with a rare neurological movement disorder called task-specific dystonia, which causes him to have a severe limp when he runs. Beach will be help as an announcer, greeter and awards presenter. Race day winners, both men and women, in each run will receive a $100 cash prize. A souvenir water bottle will be given to those with the top times by age group. Please find the race details and course description online at www.thewatershed.org/trail-run. Discounts are available for youth, students, and Watershed members. Pre-registration is recommended and is discounted, but day of registration will be accepted. The new separate 10K and 5k loop courses are designed to tour the various habitat on the reserve, including meadow, wetland, and forest before passing through the Honey Brook Organic Farm along Wargo Road. The expanded festival will feature live music, and will have beer, wine, and food for sale by Antimoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Kitchen and treats by Kona Ice. Additionally, the Greater Mercer Public Health Partnership will offer a family nature walk at 3 p.m. 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.

Legal Notices

Park Commission plans â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Twilight Beaver Walkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Superior Court of New Jersey Chancery Division County Middlesex Docket No. F-006694-17

Drawings and Specifications covering the above requirements may be obtained at the office of the Authority during office hours between 9:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday beginning Wednesday, May 17.

There will be a pre-bid meeting held at the Authorityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offices on Wednesday May 31st at 10:00 AM. The purpose of the pre-bid meeting is for all interested parties to familiarize themselves with the project so a more accurate bid can be submitted. Attendance is not mandatory but is strongly recommended.

The nature center is located at 157 Westcott Ave. in Hamilton. It is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, please visit www.mercercountyparks.org.

NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS

EAST WINDSOR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC NOTICE of MEETING Please be advised that the East Windsor Regional School District Board of Education will hold a SPECIAL Meeting on Monday, May 15, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hightstown High School Cafeteria located at 25 Leshin Lane, Hightstown, NJ

STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: BIBI BUDHAN A/K/A BIBI S. BUDHAN YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to serve upon Udren Law Offices, P.C., plaintiff's attorneys, whose address is Woodcrest Corporate Center, 111 Woodcrest Road, Suite 200, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08003, telephone number (856) 669-5400, an Answer to the Complaint filed in a civil action, in which Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Indenture Trustee for American Home Mortgage Investment Trust 2007-1 is plaintiff, and BIBI BUDHAN A/K/A BIBI S. BUDHAN, ATLANTIC INSURANCE ADJUSTERS INC., B AND R RECOVERY LLC, FICTITIOUS SPOUSE OF BIBI BUDHAN A/K/A BIBI S. BUDHAN, COMPLETE CARE, JANE DOE TENANT(S) (NAME(S) BEING FICTITIOUS), JOHN DOE TENANT(S) (NAME(S) BEING FICTITIOUS), MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, VANZ LLC JUNE 10 SERIES02, are defendants, pending in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, Middlesex County, and bearing Docket F-006694-17 within thirty-five days after 05/12/2017, exclusive of such date. If you fail to do so, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. You shall file your Answer and proof of service with the Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey, 25 W. Market Street, CN-971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accordance with the rules of civil practice and procedure. This action has been instituted for the purpose of 1) foreclosing a Mortgage dated 01/18/2007 made by Bibi Budhan a/k/a Bibi S. Budhan, as mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Brokers Conduit recorded on 02/05/2007 in Book 12154 of Mortgages for Middlesex County, Page 0018 ; Said Mortgage was then assigned to American Home Mortgage Servicing, Inc. f/k/a AH Mortgage Acquisition Co., Inc. on 05/24/2016, recorded on 09/22/2016, in Book 01190, Page 0807 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Indenture Trustee for American Home Mortgage Investment Trust 2007-1 on 04/27/2016, recorded on 10/27/2016, in Book 01193, Page 0216 ; and 2) to recover possession of, and concerns premises commonly known as 1758 South 2nd Street, Piscataway, NJ 08854, Block 203; Lot No. 23 f/k/a Block 38, Lot 23. If you are unable to obtain an attorney, you may contact the Lawyers Referral Service in the county of venue by calling (732) 828-0053. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may communicate with the Legal Services Office of the county of venue by (732) 249-7600. You, BIBI BUDHAN A/K/A BIBI S. BUDHAN are the mortgagor and Real Owner of the premises. Michelle M. Smith, Esquire Clerk of the Superior Court CP, 1x, 5/12/17, Fee: $42.78 Aff: $15.00

sen d a l l Leg a l s a d c o py t o :

Email: legalnotices@centraljersey.com Any questions, or to confirm, call: 609-924-3244 ext. 2150

The Board will immediately go into closed session to discuss: Â&#x2021; 6XSHULQWHQGHQW (YDOXDWLRQ Formal action may be taken. Paul M.Todd SBA/Board Secretary EWRSD WHH, 1x, 5/12/17 Fee: $16.74 Aff: $15.00 East Windsor Regional School District Board of Education Hightstown, NJ 08520 PUBLIC NOTICE THE EAST WINDSOR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION SEEKS APPLICATIONS FOR VACANT EAST WINDSOR SEAT Due to the resignation of an EAST WINDSOR representative, there is a vacancy on the Board of Education of the East Windsor Regional School District. Letters of interest should be mailed or hand delivered to Paul M. Todd, Board Secretary, at 25A Leshin Lane, Hightstown, NJ 08520, and must be received no later than end of business on FRIDAY, MAY 26, 2017. The Board will interview interested applicants at its June 5th, 2017 regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the HHS cafeteria, located at 25A Leshin Lane, Hightstown, NJ. The Board will then vote in open session to appoint the new member. To be eligible for this interim appointment to the Board, a person must Â&#x2021; EH \HDUV ROG Â&#x2021; D UHVLGHQW RI (DVW :LQGVRU 7RZQVKLS IRU DW OHDVW RQH \HDU Â&#x2021; D 86 FLWL]HQ DQG UHJLVWHUHG YRWHU Â&#x2021; DEOH WR UHDG DQG ZULWH Â&#x2021; QRW GLUHFWO\ RU LQGLUHFWO\ LQYROYHG LQ DQ\ FRQWUDFW ZLWK RU FODLP DJDLQVW WKH VFKRRO district.

7KH VXFFHVVIXO FDQGLGDWH ZLOO VHUYH XQWLO WKH %RDUG UHRUJDQL]DWLRQ PHHWLQJ LQ -DQXDU\ 2018. Paul M. Todd Business Administrator/Board Secretary EWRSD WHH, 4x, 4/28/17, 5/5/17, 5/12/17, 5/19/17 Fee: $130.20, Aff: $15.00

&KHU\O $QQH +DUW QpH (OGULGJH &KHU\O $QQH +DUW QĂ&#x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

Directory of Worship Services ST. PAULâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CATHOLIC CHURCH 214 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ 609-924-1743

Mass Saturday Vigil 5:30pm Sunday 7am, 8:30am 10am, 11:30am & 5pm Mass in Spanish at 7pm Msgr. Joseph Rosie, Pastor

worshipdirectory@centraljersey.com

Contact Ashley Smalls to Advertise

Â&#x2021; 6HUYLFH7LPHV Â&#x2021; 6HPLQDU\ &ODVVHV Â&#x2021; 0LQLVWU\ (YHQWV

All Denominations Welcomed! (609) 874-2179

8A Windsor-Hights Herald/The Cranbury Press

www.windsorhightsherald.com/www.cranburypress.com

Friday, May 12, 2017

CENTRAL JERSEY’S GUIDE TO THE ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

‘Curvy Widow’ at George Street Playhouse looks at the joys (and horrors) of mid-life dating By Bob Brown

he George Street Playhouse closes out its 2016-17 season — and indeed its present venue — with this kicky pocket musical of a mere 87 intermission-less minutes. Bobby Goldman’s autobiographical play is the basis for “Curvy Widow,” a fast-paced romp through the horrors and joys of postmenopausal widowhood in the digital age. George Street’s production notes offer next to nothing on Ms. Goldman or her work. For her profile, she says merely, “Since my slutdom is on stage, I’m not really sure I have anything else to add.” This show, running through May 21, does have a past, however, in a one-woman, non-musical play starring Cybill Shepherd. Its 2008 San Francisco opening was treated unkindly in the trade paper Variety and elsewhere, for being “clueless,” “witless,” and “charmless.” Apparently, Ms. Goldman, widow of noted writer for theater and screen James Goldman, needed more-sympathetic friends from her husband’s world, despite being at his right hand. But she did not fold up and wither away. Somewhere along the line, her story has been reimagined as a tuneful, choreographed entertainment, with music and lyrics by Drew Brody, choreography by Marcos Santana, and voila! The chrysalis emerged as a butterfly of a different color. Bobby (played Broadway veteran Nancy Opel) remains at the center. Directed by Peter Flynn, seven other actors in this ensemble cast give Opel’s Bobby all the musical and dramatic support she can handle in 18 numbers. Things kick off with Bobby “Under Control” (sung by Opel, Ken Land as husband Jim, and the ensemble). Instrumentalists are a piano-cello-percussion trio: Andrew David Sotomayor, Nioka Workman, and Arei Sekiguchi. They move it right along. Things fall apart suddenly with Jim’s fatal heart attack, leaving Bobby rudderless. Her female friends are a Greek chorus of three (Andrea Bianchi, Elizabeth Ward Land, and Aisha de Haas). Also giving her perspective and encouragement is her shrink — formerly Jim’s shrink (Alan Muraoka, who has several other roles as Bobby’s various dates). His advice is — in polite terms — to hook up and get some action. This is a scary prospect for a 55-year-old woman who’s been married for more than 30 years. Nowadays, to put yourself out there you have to go online. Bobby does what anyone would do under the circumstances — she fills out her profile to downplay the negatives and highlight the positives. As “Curvy Widow” she hopes to reel the dates in — which Opel does with a bang in the signature number. What follows are the inevitable and fretful musings over the responses — some creepy, some sad — and deciding on the “Rules for Whittling Down,” as Bobby pares the choices. On websites that emphasize sexual connections, Bobby must deal with the ways men compare their endowments to certain inanimate objects.

The men (Land, Muraoka, and Christopher Shyer) demonstrate in a hilarious dance routine, which is a soft-R, for those who are concerned. After a few awkward dates, Bobby realizes she needs medical help with problems that confront women of a certain age. Her female friends offer advice and contacts in “The Gynecologist Tango,” ending with Bobby tossing around an enormous application that seems too weird to apply. Throughout her search for the right “match,” Bobby is plagued by the hovering presence of her late husband (Land). Jim mocks her attempts to hook up. He’s the guilty conscience that gnaws at her. Bobby has her own business in construction, but she’s been identified with Jim’s work for so long that leaving it behind is part of the struggle to break free. That’s also part of reentering the dating scene. Do you want Mr. Right, or even Mr. Comfortable who’s Mr. Good Enough? Or do you need space? In “What More Do You Need?” Bobby faces that dilemma when it seems she’s found the match in the wealthy business man named Per Se (Shyer). Bobby is not one to fulfill others’ expectations. Ultimately, this is a show about how you renegotiate your future when the present collapses around you. It’s about digging into your inner resources and finding yourself — the person that you left behind when you lived through another. It’s also about priming the sexual pump at a certain age. This is, after all, an adult entertainment. It’s tuneful, to be sure — but I can’t say you’ll go home humming any of the numbers. The very talented ensemble does a terrific job portraying myriad characters

Top: Nancy Opel and Andrea Bianchi in “Curvy Widow” at George Street Playhouse. Center: a musical number with Opel and other cast members. Above, Opel as Bobby Goldman.

and undergoing rapid costume changes. Opel is the highenergy center, and makes this musical sizzle. Her Bobby is a naughty widow who’s endearing and fearless. And she can belt out a tune that rings the rafters — rafters that will literally come down after the show closes this month. Like Bobby, George Street Playhouse will reinvent itself and reemerge in a new building on the same site by 2019. Artistic Director David Saint chose the perfect musical to end the season and the Playhouse. Don’t miss this high-energy salute to new beginnings. Curvy Widow continues at George Street Playhouse, 9 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, through May 21. For ticketsandinformation,gotowww.georgestreetplayhouse. org or call 732-246-7717.

Also Inside: The seafaring songs of Tom Lewis in Princeton

2 TIMEOFF

May 12, 2017

STAGE REVIEW By Anthony Stoeckert

‘Fixed’ at Passage Theatre David Lee White’s play offers insight into mental illness and friendship

ith his new play, “Fixed,” David Lee White is aiming to write effectively and believably about mental illness. I’m no expert, but this story rings true, and there is one particularly powerful scene that is stunning, even painful. While mental illness is at the center of “Fixed,” being presented by Passage Theatre at the Mill Hill Playhouse in Trenton through May 21, White also writes about friendship, and what our obligations are to those we love. “Fixed” is set in Trenton and opens with Ronnie (Maria Konstantinidis) on a street corner, confronting people (unseen by the audience) who ignore her. She states her right to stand where she is, asks passersby if they see a pit bull, and talks about going to the “Rhombus.” One of the people she encounters is

Daryl (Phillip Gregory Burke), who was friends with Ronnie in high school but hasn’t seen her in a decade. He’s shocked and saddened by what he sees, and takes her to the police who bring her to a center. Daryl calls the other member of their trio, Valerie (Alicia Isabel Rivas), who has left Jersey for California to pursue an acting career. These three friends were inseparable and influenced each other’s lives in many ways. We learn through flashbacks that Daryl was an athlete until Valerie hit him with her car, injuring his kneecaps. She wants him back in school, not only because she feels guilty, but because she cheats off him in class, and needs him to graduate. Ronnie and Valerie bring Daryl to the Rhombus, which is located in Princeton, near the Institute for Advanced Study, because they believe the Rhombus has heal-

127th Anniversary Concert

Photo credit: Steve Mekler

Hopewell Valley Central High School 259 Pennington-Titusville Road Pennington, New Jersey 08534

Reception with Refreshments and Dixieland Music follows concert Dr. Jerry Rife, Conductor and Music Director

www.Blawenburgband.org

“Fixed” is being performed at the Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 E. Front St., Trenton, through May 21. For tickets and information, go to passagetheatre.org or call 609392-0766.

George Street Playhouse Season Announcement

Sunday May 21st, 2017 3:00PM

FREE ADMISSION

Photo by Michael Goldstein

From left: Maria Konstantinidis, Alicia Isabe Rivas and Phillip Gregory Burke in “Fixed.” ing powers. During their visits there, these friends talk, share, smoke pot, laugh, and think about their futures. There’s also love and sex between them, but true romantic relationships weren’t pursued. The play shifts from the past to the present and all three actors are effective in playing the teen and adult versions of their characters. Valerie and Daryl may not have mental illness, but they’ve had their struggles to deal with, and the difference between teens and adults is clear. Konstantinidis gives the best performance of the night. Ronnie’s behavior as a teen could be typical of someone that age, but as we watch, we see signs that she was troubled all along. We also learn about Ronnie’s painful past, and there are moments where Konstantinidis has to be strong for Valerie’s sake, while showing a little vulnerability. As the older Ronnie, Konstantinidis

never goes over the top, and one scene where Ronnie is desperate to get out of the hospital to her unlivable house is just amazing. Konstantinidis had the audience on edge as Ronnie tries everything from anger to manipulation in trying to get what she wants Burke also does wonderful work. His character is more steady and controlled, but he too has a lot to work with. Daryl is concerned for his friend, but he’s also dealing with the death of his wife. Rivas is effective as a woman torn between a dream, her friends. The fourth cast member is Deena Jiles-Shu’aib, who plays Janine, a nurse who brings truth, and some humor, to the show. “Fixed” is making its premiere with this run, and it’s not perfect. Some dialogue about mental illness sounds more like a textbook than characters talking. Another element that needs work is the voices Ronnie (and the audience) hears. Sometimes this effect works, but, not to be glib, there’s one voice that sounds like something out of “Star Wars.“ Still, that doesn’t take away from the power of this play.

eorge Street Playhouse has announced that productions for its next two seasons will take place at 103 College Farm Road, just off of Route 1 in New Brunswick. The new location is two miles from the theater’s current home on Livingston Avenue. Formerly known as the Agricultural Museum of New Jersey, and now owned by Rutgers University, the site will serve as the interim location of the Playhouse for two years as its future home, a new theater center, is built on Livingston Avenue. George Street Playhouse plans to be in residence at College Farm Road beginning in June. “This building is meant to accommodate large numbers of patrons which makes it the perfect choice for our temporary home” said David Saint, George Street’s artistic director. “It is fully accessible, offers an expansive lobby that features spaces for gathering at intermission as well as for private parties, includes free parking, and will accommodate a unique and intimate performance space.” George Street also announced its 201718 season, which will open in October with an updated version of “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” with book and lyrics by Playhouse regular Joe DiPietro, and music by Jimmy Roberts. The new version will receive its premiere at George Street. Next up will be “Act of God,” the hit Broadway comedy by David Javerbaum in which God takes human form. “Act of God” will be followed by “American Hero,” written by Christopher Demos Brown, author of “American Son,” which made its premiere at George Street this year. In the play, an Iraq war hero’s perfect life starts to unravel when a fellow Ma-

rine seeking justice shows up threatening to expose a hidden past. The season will continue with “Trying” by Trying by Joanna McClelland Glass. Internationally known Frances Biddle, Chief Judge of the Nuremberg trials, fierce opponent of the Japanese internment camps during World War II, and Attorney General under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, is 81 years old, elegant, sharply cantankerous, and trying to put his life in order. When a young, secretary is hired, the two struggle to communicate but come to understand how two strangers at very different places in their lives can unexpectedly and forever influence each other. The play play was written by Joanna McClelland Glass, based on her real-life experience as Biddle’s secretary. Closing the 2017-18 season is “The Nerd” by Larry Shue, author of the awardwinning “The Foreigner.” The play begins on Willum’s birthday, and his party gets a jolt of excitement when Rick Steadman, a fellow ex-soldier who saved his life but who he never met, stops by for a visit. When he realizes that Rick is socially inept and will overstay his welcome with a vengeance, Willum must put together an outrageous plan to rid himself of this wacky GI who came to dinner. Season subscribers will receive seats at College Farm Road comparable to their current seats, and will be offered exclusive priority seating options when the Playhouse moves into its new home in the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center in 2019. The George Street Playhouse at College Farm Road facility will also house the theater’s administration offices, the prop and costume shops, and rehearsal space. See GEORGE STREET, Page 3

Hours: 9am-5pm: Monday May 1st thru Sunday June 18th, 2017 NOAH SYNDERGAARD

AARON JUDGE

VINCE VELASQUEZ

May 12, 2017

TIMEOFF 3

IN CONCERT By Anthony Stoeckert

Music with a Nautical Bent A seasick Royal Navy veteran is bringing music of the sea to Princeton

om Lewis served in the British Royal Navy for 24 years, and for the past 30 years has made a living as a musician, singing songs about the sea for folk music audiences around the world. So it would be fair to assume that Lewis spent his life on the open seas, and lying in his bunk at night, writing songs about his adventures. Nothing could be further for the truth. The reality is that Lewis suffers from severe seasickness, and as far as music goes, “It did not register in my brain at all that I might ever do this,” he says. But making music is what he does, and he’ll be performing at Christ Congregation Church in Princeton, May 19 for a concert that is closing the Princeton Folk Music Society’s 2016-17 season. Lewis was born in Belfast “whilst the bombs were still dropping,” and ended up going to school in Gloucester, England, when his mother moved there. “But when it came time for me to get out and make my own way, a friend of mine ‘seemed to be’ joining the Navy but he was very trepidatious about it,” Lewis says. “So I said, ‘Oh go on, I’ll join with you.’ So I did and he didn’t.” He began his naval career as an engineering apprentice. Four years later, he was a trained marine engineer. “Then when they send me to sea, I find out I was chronically and irrevocably seasick.” That led to him joining the submarine service, because he didn’t get sick when a submarine went underwater. After retiring in 1983, he and his wife, Lyn, moved to the Cana- Tom Lewis will perform a Princeton Folk Music Sodian Rockies, where Lewis planned on becoming a black- ciety Concert, May 19. smith. Instead, he wrote songs, which made their way to well as places like Singapore and Gibraltar. “I suddenly found myself going around the world, New England. “I started getting invitations to come and sing them,” singing and telling stories about the sea and ships and Lewis says. “That sort of morphed into what might be sailors,” Lewis says. “Because the 24-year career that I thought I had in the Royal Navy was actually just the aploosely termed a career.” He built his repertoire by drawing from his knowledge prenticeship for when my real life started, which turned out of traditional songs he had heard at folk clubs in Britain, as to be standing on a stage and engaging people with songs

George Street

size and the other larger and suited for the productions of plays and musicals. For more information, go to www.gsponline.org or call “Along with this important announcement, I am also in- 732-246-7717. credibly pleased to announce George Street Playhouse’s 2017-18 Season at College Farm Road,” Saint said. “We centraljersey.com centraljersey.com have put together a fantastic lineup of drama, comedy, and Packet Packet Media, Media, LLC. LLC. a musical to inaugurate our interim location.” The new performing arts complex on Livingston Avenue GET GET CONNECTED! CONNECTED! will feature two state-of-the-art theaters; one an intimate Classifieds Classifieds Classifieds

Cranbury Inn Restaurant A Mother’s Letter

My Dearest Family, I want to thank all of you for the lovely time shared at the Cranbury Inn Restaurant on Mother’s Day, May 14, 2017. Your choice of such a beautiful Inn with its early American charm and ambiance, located in historic Cranbury was perfect! All of our food was beautifully presented and the service was excellent. I personally have never had such a wonderful Champagne Brunch (10:30am-2pm). I later heard from Aunt Alice that the Inn’s special Dinner Buffet (started 3:00 pm) was superb. The staff and management as usual were attentive to our every need. This day will always be remembered. Thank you again for your love! Love, Mom 609-655-5595 4PVUI .BJO 4USFFU r $SBOCVSZ /+

Tom Lewis will perform at Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton, May 19, 8:15 p.m. Tickets cost $20, $10 students, $5 children. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. www.princetonfolk.org; 609-799-0944.

Shop for your

Continued from Page 2

The Historic

and stories. And I loved it.” He says he never dreamed of becoming a musician before he started doing it. He had friends who were musicians and while he revered them, he was never jealous of them, and didn’t want that kind of life. “When my wife and I emigrated to the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, the last thing that I thought could possibly happen was to have a career in international folk music, but that’s just the way it works out,” Lewis says. “John Lennon said it best when he said, ‘Life is what happens when you’re making other plans.’” His concerts feature original tunes, traditional songs, sea shanties, new arrangements of old songs, and songs he writes to old poems. “I unashamedly steal good songs from other people who will let me anywhere near them,” he says. During an interview, he talked form his narrowboat, on which he and Lyn were on a three-year voyage of the English Inland Waterways. He’s able to do that, he says, because the canal he’s riding on is just five feet deep. “We’re not rolling around, with me holding my stomach, groaning,” he says. When he lived in Canada, Lewis performed regularly in New England, Princeton, and further south. Living in England makes trips to the U.S. much less frequent, as his Princeton concert is marking the start of his first tour in the States in 10 years. He says he’s looking forward to returning and sharing his music. “The appetite for what I consider real folk music is still strong and hearty everywhere from the bottom of the Chesapeake Bay right up into to the Maritime Provinces of Canada,” Lewis says. “It’s a wonderful place to be, for somebody who does the music that I do.”

Great Great Content Content Great

Local Local News News Local

MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS

and all your spring gardening plants

St. Lawrence Rehabilitation Center’s

ANNUAL SPRING FLOWER SALE FRIDAY SATURDAY MAY 12th MAY 13th 9am to 5:30pm 9am to 1pm

Annuals • Perennials • Veggies Organic Herbs • Hanging Baskets

www.slrc.org (609) 896-9500 St. Lawrence is located on Route 206 in Lawrenceville; just off Exit 7-B of Route I-95

4 TIMEOFF

May 12, 2017

CROSSWORD PUZZLE “FOR MOM” By BRUCE HAIGHT 1 6 10 14 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 29 30 32 33 36 39 40 41 44 48 50 51 52 54 55 57 58 60 61 63 67 70 71 72 77 81 82 83 86 87 89 90 92 93 95

ACROSS Sharp group Stage award “Kisses, dahling” NASA nods Beatles’ “White Album” song whose title follows “If you want me to” Cost of living? “Yikes!” Beatnik’s “Gotcha” Tycoon, e.g. Biblical verb Bete __ On one’s game Euterpe Unyielding Map feature Crux Resort of a sort One brought to a potluck Map abbr. Drubbing Boater or bowler Antacid name since 1872 Remove Con K.T. of country music Offer to pay Venezia casino winner Fill with merchandise Transcript info One digging hard rock? Just like that Greet with a beep Takes action Metro barrier Title of honor Russian refusals Encounter stiff competition Toy, perhaps Novelist Seton Invite to one’s loft, say Jones many keep up with? Blush relative Dummy Mortimer Do wrong One way to split Move, at Coldwell Banker Heave-ho Willpower

99 Medical research org. 100 Comics resident of the Okefenokee Swamp 102 NATO founding member 103 Jimmy on sausage labels 104 Part of NATO: Abbr. 105 Brass, e.g. 107 Prayer leaders 109 76-Down brand 111 Rich, and then some 114 Land 120 Major pain 121 Becloud 122 Apt time to recognize this puzzle’s honoree 123 Pond denizens 124 Indian tourist city 125 Bind, in a way 126 Swerves 127 Gas across the border 128 Highlander 129 Clutter 130 “Fiddler” meddler 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

DOWN “La Bohéme” role McGregor of “Trainspotting” Familia girl Trudges Creamy sauce __ Biscuit, product debut of 1912 ’50s-’60s sitcom nickname “The Wreck of the Mary Deare” author Hammond __ “MIB” characters Construction units Word of possession Mandatory bet Words after “jolly” in an iconic ad Affaire de coeur “Really?!” Diva Te Kanawa Something to

21 23 27 28 31 33 34 35 37 38 40 42 43 45 46 47 49 53 56 58 59 62 64 65 66 68 69 72

build on Cons Theme Whiz Big beef Kid’s plea Ping-Pong shot __ bean “Good Eats” host Brown Sun blocker Briefcase fastener Ruin, weatherwise “Double, double toil and trouble” time This and this Energize Rock genre Heron cousin Baseball or football Reject Simpson trial figure Kaelin Chicago exchange, briefly, with “the” Stagger Fey in American Express ads “Pronto!” Do-it-yourselfer’s buy Hollywood Walk of Fame symbol Not as much __ Pie Wall builder

73 74 75 76 78 79 80 84 85 88 90 91

Boredom Compact supplies Certain bond, briefly Best Buy buy Caused by Rubberneck Maestro Solti Outstanding Modeled, say Arranges strategically “In my opinion ... ” Author Chomsky

96 97 98 101 106 107 108 110 111 112 113

94 It’s on the house X, at times Progressive movement Antipasto fish Exerciser’s accessory Slowly, in music Toughen Ripped off Website charge Locks in a barn? What seems like forever One of Chekhov’s “Three

Sisters” Duty Pac-12 team Harbinger Imperfection Where Anheuser-Busch is BUD 122 “Ben-Hur” studio 115 116 117 118 119

Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Nichols Lewis

THINGS TO DO

STAGE

GALLERIES

“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, 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. “The Explorers Club,” Performed by ActorsNET of Bucks County at The Heritage Center, 635 N. Delmorr Ave., Morrisville, Pennsylvania. Nell Benjamin’s comedy in which a female explorer attempts to join an all-male bastion for explorers, and brings in tow a primitive blue-painted man from a previously lost tribe, through May 14. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. www.actorsnetbucks.org; 215-295-3694. “Clue,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Musical based on the movie (based on the classic board game) in which six unique guests, plus a butler and a maid, assemble for a dinner party at the home of Mr. Boddy, who turns up dead, through May 20; buckscountyplayhouse.org; 215-862-2121. “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, through May 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, through June 4; mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Genre-bending musical by John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask, May 19, 8 p.m., May 20-21, 2 p.m., 8 p.m., www.statetheatrenj.org; 732246-7469. “Boy from Oz,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Pierott Productions’ staging of musical based on the life of famed singer-songwriter Peter Allen, May 12-21; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333.

“Gallery 33 at Comisky’s Greenhouses,” 315 Franklin 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 light refreshments, through May 18, 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/comiskys or call 609448-1705. “The Black South in the Sixties,” Bernstein Gallery at the Woordrow Wilson School in front of Robertson Hall on the Princeton University Campus. Exhibit of photography by Julius Lester, who photographed major portions of the black South and the civil rights movement from 1964 to 1968, when he was a leader of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, through May 18. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. Taiko Lyding exhibits her latest collection of traditional Japanese paintings, through May 24. 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. Exhibit of the New York City United Federation of Teachers Painting Class from the New Jersey outreach chapter, through May 24. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.cranburyartscouncil.org. “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, through May 31. Reception, May 6, 2-4 p.m. www.mcl.org; 609-989-6920. Wondrous on Witherspoon, 14 1/2 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Wondrous on Witherspoon (also known as the WoW Pop-Up Gallery) will once again be “popping up” to offer works of art for sale by New Jersey artists. A portion of proceeds will be donated to charities, through June 8. Artists reception, May 19, 6-9 p.m. www.facebook.com/WondrousOnWitherspoon. “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. Hours: Mon.Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.drgreenway.org; 609-924-4646.

As You Wish McCarter Theatre will host a screening of the classic movie, “The Princess Bride,” followed by a Q&A with Cary Elwes, May 20, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Elwes stars in the classic movie about love, sword fighting, adventure, and revenge. McCarter is located at 91 University Place, Princeton. Tickets cost $30-$40; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. at Alexander Hall on the Princeton University campus. Jazz at Princeton University, helmed by acclaimed saxophonist/composer Rudresh Mahanthappa, will present the world premiere of pianist/composer Billy Childs’ “Rejoice,” a new work commissioned by Princeton and performed by Princeton’s 18-member Creative Large Ensemble with special guest Childs. The group also will perform Childs’ piece “Do you Know My Name,” as well as arrangements of Childs’ music by Darcy James Argue. Childs and Mahanthappa also will perform as a duo, May 13, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $15, $5 students; tickets.princeton.edu; 609-258-9220. Audra McDonald, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. The six-time Tony winner will perform a concert of Broadway songs and music from the Great American Songbook, May 13, 6 p.m. $35-$75. Tickets for the State Theatre’s including a live dance band, food, auction and the concert cost $700; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-2467469. Dark Star Orchestra, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. Grateful Dead cover band that recreates historic concert set lists, May 15, 7:30 p.m. $38-$40; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787.

CHILDREN’S THEATER “Biscuit,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Based on the books by Alyssa Satin Copucilli Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadabout a girl who learns there’s a lot to owning a puppy, walader Park, Trenton. Ellarslie Open 34. Juried exhibit supMay 20, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570- porting area artists, through June 25. Gallery talk with 3333. winning artists, June 4, 2 p.m. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday noon to 4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. ellarslie.org; 609-989BALLET 3632. “The Sleeping Beauty,” Patriots Theater at the War MeMorven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princemorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. Princeton Ballet School, ton. “Bruce Springsteen: A Photography Journey.” Curated the official school of American Repertory Ballet, will pres- by the Grammy Museum at L.A. Live. Exhibit features more ent the full-length classical ballet “The Sleeping Beauty ,” than 40 photographs of the rock legend, and video interMay 20, 2 p.m., 7 p.m. $35; www.arballet.org. views with the show’s five photographers, through May 21, 2017. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609-924-8144. Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of CLASSICAL MUSIC Princeton University, Princeton. “The Berlin Painter and The Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard P. His World: Athenian Vase-Painting in the Early Fifth CenMarasco Center for the Performing Arts, 1629 Perrineville tury B.C.,” The exhibition will present 84 vessels and statRoad, Monroe. Under the direction of Chui-Tze Lin, the or- uettes from the period, including 54 of the finest vases chestra will perform Beethoven’s “Leonore Overture No.3” attributed to the Berlin Painter, providing a window into the and SiCong Ma’s “The Mongolian Dance,” May 13, 7 p.m. world of Athenian society 2,500 years ago, through June $3; monroetownshipculturalarts.com; 877-772-5425. 11. “Revealing Pictures.” Exhibit presenting works by 11 leading international artists: Nikolay Bakharev, Edmund JAZZ, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. Clark, Daniel and Geo Fuchs, Tim Hetherington, Pieter Le Cabaret Francais, The Mansion Inn, 9 So. Main St., Hugo, Liu Zheng, Zanele Muholi, Robert Polidori, Alec Soth New Hope, Pennsylvania. Cabaret hosted by Barry Peter- and Miwa Yanagi. The photographs from the Christopher E. son, with lyric books, sing-along and special performing Olofson Collection at the Princeton University Art Museum, guests, first Wednesday of each month, 7:45-10 p.m. $10 through July 2; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 drink minimum; 215-740-7153. p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is Jazz at Princeton University, Richardson Auditorium free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788.

MUSEUMS

MUSIC

MISCELLANY

Joyce Carol Oates, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St., Princeton. The author will discuss her newest novel, “A Book of American Martyrs.” Luther Dunphy is an ardent Evangelical who envisions himself as acting out God’s will when he assassinates an abortion provider in his small Ohio town while Augustus Voorhees, the idealistic but self-regarding doctor who is killed, leaves behind a wife and children scarred and embittered by grief, May 17, 6:30 p.m. www.labyrinthbooks.com; 609-497-1600. Children’s Day at Rockingham, Rockingham is located at 84 Laurel Avenue/Kingston-Rocky Hill Road, Franklin. Children are welcome to come and enjoy Rockingham’s annual Children’s Day. The site, which served as General George Washington’s final wartime headquarters in later 1783, will offer activities and demonstrations of 18th-century life with support from the Montgomery High School Live Historians Club and the Rockingham Association, May 21, noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free, no registration required; www.rockingham.net; 609-683-7132. Exploring African American History & Culture in New Jersey: A Workshop on Sources, Methods, & Tools, Grounds for Sculpture, 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton. The 1719 William Trent House Museum and the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum, in partnership with the Grounds for Sculpture and the New Jersey Historical Society, will host an all-day workshop on exploring African American history and culture in New Jersey, May 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration required by May 17. $40; www.williamtrenthouse.org.

LIFESTYLE 1B

Friday, May 12, 2017

A Packet Publication

PACKET PICKS May 13 Bird talk at St. Michaels D&R Greenway Land Trust will host “Exploring Birds and Nature” with author Kim Kurki, 1-3 pm, at the barn at St. Michaels Farm Preserve, Hopewell. National Wildlife Federation’s “World of Birds” author and illustrator Kim Kurki will present an interactive program showing how nature is full of treasures to be discovered. She will share her collection of natural artifacts, such as nests, eggs, feathers and surprises. There will be a craft activity and a hike around the preserve. For families with preschool to elementary schoolage children. rsvp@drgreenway.org or 609924-4646.

May 16 Lynne Olson at Princeton Library New York Times bestselling author Lynne Olson will discuss her newest book, “Last Hope Island” at the Princeton Public Library, beginning at 7 p.m. “Last Hope Island” is an account of how Britain became the base of operations for the exiled leaders of Europe in their desperate struggle to reclaim their continent from Hitler. The library is located at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. For more information, go to princtonlibrary.org or call 609-924-9529.

May 17 Joyce Carol Oates at Labyrinth Books Joyce Carol Oates will discuss her new book, “A Book of American Martyrs,” beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St., Princeton. In the novel, Luther Dunphy is an ardent Evangelical who envisions himself as acting out God’s will when he assassinates an abortion provider in his small Ohio town while Augustus Voorhees, the idealistic but self-regarding doctor who is killed, leaving a family behind. For more information, go to www.labyrinthbooks.com or call 609-497-1600.

May 19 One Table Cafe in Princeton Eddie Glaude will speak at the next One Table Cafe dinner at Trinity Church in Princeton, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Reservations must be made by May 17. Professor Glaude is the Chair of the Department of African American Studies at Princeton University. He is a regular on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” and is the author of “In a Shade of Blue: Pragmatism and the Politics of Black America.” One Table Café is a community-supported restaurant where all are welcome. Diners pay for their meal on a pay-what-you-can basis. All proceeds go to benefit Trinity’s hunger partners. Bahama Breeze at MarketFair on Route 1 in West Windsor will provide the meal. Trinity Church is located at 33 Mercer St. in Princeton. To RSVP, call 609-216-7770.

LOOSE ENDS

Pam Hersh

She’s all set for success Stage designer Alexis Distler’s latest work can be seen on stage at McCarter Theatre My comments upon meeting Alexis Distler, the set designer for McCarter’s current production “Intimate Apparel,” must have been somewhat annoying to her. I refrained from pinching her cheek and saying “I can’t believe how big you have gotten.” l did gush, however. “Are you the daughter of Steve Distler [business entrepreneur and restaurateur] and Roxanne Kendall [pediatrician]? I have known them for years,” I said. “Furthermore, my kids graduated from Princeton High School — just a few years before you graduated in 2000.” I said all of that, thinking that in New Jersey there are no degrees of separation. At this point in her life, the 35year-old Distler — well known and respected among theater professionals for her set design talents — probably inspires a different reaction among individuals who meet her parents. They would probably say, “Is Alexis your daughter? I just saw the fabulous set she designed at the The Duke on 42nd Street in New York; Hartford Stage, or George Street Playhouse. Those George Street productions in New Brunswick — “Daddy Long Legs” and “Nureyev’s Eyes” — were close to, but not in, her hometown. Alexis, who now lives in Brooklyn, said she was very excited and honored to be able to return to Princeton in a professional role, rather than just a social role. When growing up in town, her parents often took her and her two younger siblings to McCarter. She loved the theater, took an acting class at Princeton High School and discovered that her love of the theater had nothing to do with her desire to act. “I did not particularly like the class, but I never lost my fascination with the art form,” said Distler, who took numerous art classes at the Arts Council of Princeton and was always doing creative art projects, including some theater scene painting. While in high school, it never occurred to her to bring her creativity and love of the theater together into an actual profession. She was

Photos by T. Charles Erickson

Alexis Distler on the set for “Intimte Apparel” at McCarter Theatre. Below, an image from the play. a pre-law student at Washington University in St. Louis when she decided to take a scenic painting and set design class with Professor Chris Pickart. “That changed everything. He inspired me to see a clear path to a profession that combined everything I love,” said Distler, who continued studying set design in college and went on to get her

M.F.A. at New York University. “What I love most about set design is the convergence of mind, heart and hands,” she said. “You use your mind when analyzing the text of the play. You use your heart when collaborating with the actors and understanding the play’s characters; and you use your hands to make the models that become the basis for the set.”

Distler got the chance to work on the current McCarter play, thanks to both her friendship with the director Jade King Carroll, as well as her employment with Beowulf Boritt Design, the Manhattan-based theater design company. Distler noted that McCarter Artistic Director Emily Mann is a mentor to Carroll, who became acquainted with Alexis when the two of them worked on a production of “A Raisin in the Sun” at Juilliard (Carroll was the director; Alexis was the assistant set designer). Furthermore, Beowulf Boritt not only has been employing Alexis, but also mentoring Alexis. She said her learning has been continuous and likely will go on forever. Every design situation is different. She said that with “Intimate Apparel,” the challenge was portraying intimate encounters in different locations. “Intimate Apparel” by Lynn Nottage is about Esther, an African American woman who works as a seamstress in Manhattan in the early part of the 20th century. She receives a letter from a man named George Armstrong, who is working on the digging for the Panama Canal. A possibility of romance exists, and she also has a flirtatious relationship, with Mr. Marks, who is Jewish and whose faith forbids contact with any woman who isn’t his wife. In creating the world for the play, Distler uses wood scaffolding as the unifying artistic theme and varies the color of the wood and the lighting to differentiate the locations. Scaffolding also was a way to convey the “weaving” theme of the play. As far as how her own career will play out, she has one goal — “to keep on telling good stories, working with good people, and making people think and feel.”

Intimate Apparel will be performed at McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton through June 4. For tickets and information, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609258-2787.

A showcase for films and filmmakers The Nassau Film Festival is getting bigger, and more global by the year By Anthony Stoeckert Features Editor The first Nassau Film Festival in 2015 featured about 15 short movies from 35 submissions. Last year the number grew to 24 films, selected from 250 entries. Princeton’s spring festival is growing by the year as the 2017 showcase of short films will offer 42 selections, chosen from 336 submissions. Also growing is the geography that is represented in the films. Lewis Goldstein, the festival’s organizer, says the first year focused largely on local films, while last year saw an increase in international submissions. This year’s festival, running May 20-21 at the Princeton Garden Theatre, will have a truly international flavor, with films from Australia, South Africa, Bangledesh, Senegal, the Czech Republic, Iran, China, the U.K., and Brazil “It was an explosion this year of submissions because the film festival has gotten more traction,” Goldstein said. “It’s become more well known and it’s starting to become a festival for short films that filmmakers have heard about and want to submit their films to and gain recognition.” Goldstein, who is the assistant superintendent of schools in Princeton, started the festival after he made a documentary, called “St. Louis Cemetery No. 1,” about a cemetery in New Orleans. (That film was shown at February’s New Jersey International Film Festival at Rutgers).

“The Burning Old Boy” a film by Rahman Mani of Bangladesh will be shown Saturday morning during the Nassau Film Festival. “I finished the documentary. I came back and I thought all about the other film festivals in Princeton, and I thought, wouldn’t it be nice to showcase talent in a different kind of film festival and attract those who make short films,” Goldstein said. “I thought it would be a great opportunity and a way for any upcoming filmmaker or student filmmaker to submit a film, gain acceptance and get their names out there.” He says the Nassau Film Festival has received positive feedback, not only from audiences but from filmmakers. “The whole theory is that festivals not only educate but they bring people together and give them something to talk about,” he said. “Another positive aspect is that a festival of this kind brings tourism to the town, from in and out of state.”

The festival is broken down into categories. It will begin at 9 a.m. on May 20 with opening remarks. Then student-made animated movies will be shown from 9:15 to 9:30 a.m. That will be followed by documentaries, fiction student films, and a panel featuring morning filmmakers. Fiction films from non-student filmmakers will begin at 12:45 p.m., followed by a panel discussion from the afternoon filmmakers. Sunday will begin with opening remarks, followed by documentary films from 9:10-10:15; then fiction films from 10:20-11:45 a.m., and then panel discussions. A “best of” award, chosen by judges and the audience, will be recognized in each category. Films include “Blanche’s Bichon Buzz,” a one-minute film from a 10year-old filmmaker, Isabella Sharp. Other student films include “The Guilt

List” by Tereza Hirsch of the Czech Republic. “Samedi Cinema” by Mamadou Dia of Senegal is about efforts to save a theater in Senegal. Documentaries about local subjects include “Communiversity,” by Syth DeVoe of Princeton; “Passage to Hope,” a film by Tom Pyle of Princeton about mental illness and the National Association of Mental Illness (NAMI); and “A Wonderfully Difficult Journey,” a movie about Mercer Arc by Kirk Ponton of Princeton. “All three of those local filmmakers have really spent a lot of time to bring the message of hope and care and what goes on in our local community,” Goldstein said. Other interesting films include “The Endless River,” an Iranian film that was censored in its home country, and “Hi My Name Is,” a movie about online dating, made by Tiara Montgomery of New Jersey. Two of Goldstein’s favorites are “Shalia,” by Brazlian filmmaker Joao Inacio about a person living in a foster home, and the French film “A Whole World For A Little World,” by French filmmaker Fabrice Bracq. “It’s about a mother who’s dying who tells her baby a fictional story about a prince and a princess, basically how she and her mother met, and wants to pass that story on to her while she still knows her,” Goldstein said. “It’s very emotional and very well done.” The Princeton Garden Theatre is located at 160 Nassau St., Princeton. For more information, go to nassaufilmfestival.org.

2B A Packet Publication

Your Home

The Week of May 12, 2017

from savings to luxury How to plant a tree for successful growth

More sunlight and warm temperatures frequently inspire homeowners to spend more time in the great outdoors during spring and summer. Outdoor projects often top homeowners’ to-do lists in spring and summer, with gardens and landscapes taking center stage. Planting more trees around the yard is one popular project that can improve property value and benefit the environ-

ment. Why plant trees? There are plenty of reasons to plant trees. Trees provide a natural form of shade, reducing air temperature by blocking the sun’s rays. This can reduce reliance on air conditioning systems and make it more comfortable to spend time outdoors during the summer. North Carolina State University College of Agri-

culture & Life Sciences says trees absorb and block noise and reduce glare. They also can trap dust, pollen and smoke. Trees also absorb carbon dioxide and potentially harmful gasses from the air. One large tree can supply a day’s worth of oxygen for as many as four people, while also storing 13 pounds of carbon per year. Getting started Visit a garden center or nursery and select a tree that

50% OFF

ALL OMEGA CUSTOM CABINETRY

April 1st thru May 31st. All orders must be placed by May 31st

33 Princeton-Hightstown Road | Princeton Junction

609.799.5777 | bathsetc.com Hours: Mon-Fri 10-5 Sat 10-3 Evenings by appointment

will be hardy in your planting zone. Choosing native trees can increase the likelihood that the new tree will adapt to its surroundings. Also, inspect trees to determine if they’re healthy before taking them home. Look for evidence of root girdling, which occurs when the roots circle around the perimeter of the container and surround the trunk. Trees should not have any dead or dormant branches. The DIY Network suggests locating the tree where it can thrive. This means selecting a spot that can make it easier for the tree to grow tall and wide. Avoid planting near the house, where roots can crack concrete or asphalt, and always plant away from underground pipes. Planting the tree Now it is time to amend the soil. It’s not enough to

Planting a tree the right way can improve the landscape and the environment. enrich only the soil in the hole where the tree will be placed. Move out into a circular area beyond where the roots will start so that roots can expand and properly anchor the tree. The next method of success is to ensure that the tree has a large enough hole to contain the existing root ball and allow for roots to grow and ex-

pand. Better Homes and Gardens experts say to prepare a hole that is two to three times as wide as the root ball of the tree. Treat the root ball gently. If the roots are wrapped in burlap, remove the burlap or push it to the bottom of the hole. Backfill the hole with soil and check that the tree is straight. Stake the tree to help it stay upright and straight until the roots anchor it more effectively. A layer of mulch around the base of the tree can prevent weeds and reduce water loss. Water daily for several weeks until the roots have fanned out. It’s best to leave trees be for the first growing season, only removing broken or diseased limbs. Resist pruning and shaping until the tree has survived its first growing season. — Metro Creative Connection

How to conserve water when temperatures rise Spring and summer are synonymous with increased hours of sunlight, warm temperatures and, oftentimes, an increased reliance on water to feed recreational pursuits and lawn and garden needs. The Water Information Program states that 3.9 trillion gallons of water are consumed in the United States each month and the average person uses 176 gallons of water per day. Water conservation may be essential when the risk for weather-related drought looms. Practicing year-round conservation efforts can help ensure smart usage of local watersheds, lakes and reservoirs and help maintain these water sources for years to come. It also helps the average person reduce his or her carbon footprint while saving people a little money along the way. Explore these water-saving tips to make smart use of water. • Collect shower water in a bucket while you are waiting for the water to heat up. Use that water to irrigate plants around the house or even outdoors. • Check for leaks around the house. Put a few drops of food coloring in the toilet tank and see if it spreads into the bowl within a half-hour. If it does, that means a leak is present and gallons of water may be being wasted. • Keep a pitcher of drinking water in the refrigerator. This way, when you come inside from the heat you’ll have a cold

Underground irrigation systems can be more effective and eco-friendly than hoses for homeowners who want to maintain lush lawns in spring and summer. drink at the ready and will not have to run the tap to fill a glass. • Install a lawn irrigation system so that you can maximize the amount of water that gets to the roots. Arrange the sprinkler heads so surrounding driveways and sidewalks are not getting “watered” as well. • Apply the minimum amount of fertilizer required, as fertilizers can increase water consumption. • Aerate lawns and garden beds so the water reaches the roots rather than running off the surface of the dirt. • Employ rain barrels to collect rain water runoff. Rain barrels can help to repurpose rain water rather than simply allowing it to wash into storm drains. • Reduce reliance on sprinklers and hoses for summer

recreation. Instead, rely on pools and other devices that use recirculating pumps. • Homeowners with pools can limit how often they backwash their pool filters. • Solar pool covers can warm up pool water naturally and also reduce the rate of water loss through evaporation. • Inedible plants can benefit from the nutrient-rich water siphoned out of a home aquarium when cleaning the tank. • Add organic matter to the landscape to increase water absorption and retention. Top dress areas as needed throughout the season. Water conservation efforts can help homeowners maintain their lawns and gardens during heat waves and even save them a little money while benefitting the planet as well. — Metro Creative Connection

A Packet Publication 3B

The Week of Friday, May 12, 2017

WHAT’S IN STORE

Rich Fisher

Be happy in your home, with Ashton-Whyte

Under the “about” tab on her shop’s website, Ashton-Whyte owner Ellen Sabino makes it a point to note “we do not conduct business over the internet.” And there is a darn good reason for that. Looking at photos on a website does not come close to the actual experience of being in Sabino’s Pennington shop, which is tricky to label. Perhaps the term “home furnishings and a whole lot of other cool stuff” might serve the purpose. “Being here in the shop, is a huge part of what makes this brick-and mortar-store unique,” said Sabino. “It’s a very visual, very tactile environment. We work with fabric a lot. There is still a demand for actually touching something and seeing it. I don’t’ really want to compete with the internet, because the reason I did this has nothing to do with the internet. It’s actually the opposite. I’m visual, I love to see beautiful things and love to be able to experience them in person. That’s to me, what makes this a viable business.” It is not just touch and sight. The shop summons plenty of senses. There is sound in the pleasant dispensing of information by the staff; taste when they offer a cup of coffee from nextdoor neighbor Uncle Ed’s Creamery; and smell, as the shop’s aroma is downright seductive. “We use a lot of diffusers that have sticks or reeds in them, and they diffuse the fragrance,” Sabino said. “We sell a lot of fragrant candles. I have a friend who says whenever she’s given a gift from here that it always smells like AshtonWhyte. She says, ‘I hate when the smell goes away, I love that smell.’ I’m kind of immune to it, but I know what she means.” Aside from providing an oasis-like atmosphere, the most important detail to note is that shoppers will find an array of inimitable merchandise that can spruce up their home or personal appearance. Ashton-Whyte is one of the few shops around where one can find bedding on one side of the room and cocktail napkins on the other. The list is impressive, featuring apparel, personal accessories, bathroom accessories, artwork, lamps, towels, rugs, soaps, lotions, baby gifts, table linens, jewelry and a few other surprises. The inventory comes from Sabino’s passion to style a residence in accordance with each patron’s situation, along with their special taste and personality. “A lot of the products we carry, you can’t find somewhere else,” she said. “We are so happy, willing and excited to help people furnish their home regardless of whether it’s their first home and they have nothing, or they’re downsizing at a later time in life and want a couple of new things. “We’re good at helping people in individual

From linens to baby items, candles, jewelry and more, Ashton-Whyte has something for everyone. situations find things they love that just make them happy to be in their home. That’s the goal. I love to walk into my own home and look at the things that are mine.” She is careful to make her price points fair and diverse, in order to cater to all ranges of clientele. It is one of the many things she has learned over 22 years of running Ashton-Whyte — the job she was born for. As a little girl growing up in Lawrence, Sabino could not wait for the Sears Catalog to arrive. Not for the toys, like most kids, but for the . . . bedding? “I loved bedding,” she said with a laugh. “My mother was like, ‘What’s the matter with you?’ I’d flip through that catalog and go right to the bedding section and say ‘Can I get this new bedding?’ I really loved it, I don’t know why. I didn’t study design; I didn’t even study anything crazy. I studied economics.” But after graduating from The Pennington School and Wellesley College, Sabino pursued a secret dream to become an actress. She gave it five years, doing theater in Philadelphia and getting bit parts as an extra in “Rocky V” “and that awful sequel to ‘Mannequin.‘“ From there she went to New York to study and audition but soon realized the struggling actress role wasn’t leading to fame or fortune. “My personality is not meant for that sort of career,” Sabino said. “Too much sitting and

waiting, not enough activity. It’s not running through my veins. I enjoyed it but it’s a hard life. The odds are about the same as playing the lottery. “I didn’t see myself being fulfilled by it and I don’t do well with that kind of uncertainty. So much is out of your control. So little has to do with how good you are, there are just too many other elements to it. But I did it, knowing that I didn’t want to regret that I never tried.” So at age 28, Sabino shifted gears and went back to retail, a field in which she performed some internships during college. Due to her familiarity with Pennington, she felt the need for a linen shop in town. And while some people confuse the store’s name with a law firm, it is a product of some research. Sabino procured a book of old English shop names. Starting with the A’s, she liked the name Ashton. She added the second name because most linens tend to be white, so the decision was made to tweak the spelling and make it Ashton-Whyte. “It’s always been bed linens, bath linens and table linens and baby items,” she said. “And then it naturally evolved. We do a lot with rugs, lamps, furniture. We do table tops, not just the table linens. The plate, the flatware, the stemware. “In 2011 I decided to kind of branch it out and incorporate personal things — jewelry,

handbags, a little bit of clothing. I felt that I started to understand the customer and there was this need to meet other demands that we had.” Sabino’s knowledge of her customers is almost encyclopedic, to the point where when she searches for inventory she will select things based on their tastes. “It’s not hard to find beautiful things that cost a lot of money. There is no challenge in that. There is a challenge in finding beautiful things that don’t cost a lot of money. If I find a vendor that makes a great item and it doesn’t cost what my customer will expect, I love those. Those are like little surprises for them in here.” She uses anywhere from 75 to 100 vendors based in New York City and Atlanta. While she jokingly bemoans that she takes no glamorous buying trips to Europe, it is worth noting that by remaining in the Eastern part of the U.S. she saves travel costs and passes the savings on in her pricing. Interaction with Sabino and her small, energetic staff of Jeanne Faber, Zoe Thompson and Janet Reside is laced with humor, information and just plain small talk. There is never any pressure applied, as Sabino says she “is flattered that people just want to come in and look around and see what I have.” While Ashton-Whyte does not sell merchandise on the web, it will provide information exchange via e-mail. Once a purchase is made, free gift-wrapping is offered. “If you stood here long enough, you’d say ‘Do you know every person who walks through this door?’ And we almost do,” Sabino said. “We call them by name. We’ll walk some of them out to the car if they’re not that agile. We record all sales under their names, so if they come in and say ‘I bought this thing four years ago but I forget what it is’ we can look it up and tell them exactly what it was.” Whatever it was, be assured it is classic quality. And Sabino defines that as meaning AshtonWhyte does not chase trends, it deals with items that serve as investments. “You’re not going to buy something and then you look at it five years from now and say ‘Oh, that was a really bad trend,’” she said. “There is room for trendy things in homes. There’s nothing wrong with being more trendy, but I like being in the business of selling things that become the anchors of the room. These are things that will last for years and years. You’re spending good money and they should last and you shouldn’t feel the need to replace them. But they can evolve with the room or your lifestyle. That’s what I mean by classic.” Ashton-Whyte is located at 157 West Delaware Ave., Pennington. For more information, go to www.ashtonwhyte.com or call 609-737-7171.

42nd Annual St. George Educating children with special needs since 1974 Please join us for two very special events Friday, May 19th Community Open House

May 18th-21st, 2017

6:00 pm -8:00 pm at Rock Brook School 109 Orchard Rd. Skillman. DJ, Arts/Crafts, Face Painting, Petting Zoo and Food Trucks including Kona Ice, Rutgers Grease Truck & Mary the Queen of Pork!

Sunday, June 4th An Evening of Two-Step & Honky Tonk onk 4:00 – 8:00 pm at The Lodge at Montgomery, ry, Skillman Includes Line Dancing, Live Bluegrass band, BBQ buffet, Open wine/beer bar, Auction, and prizes for Best Costumes. $75 per person. Sponsorship Opportunities available.

For more information about these events call (908) 431-9500 or visit www.rock-brook.org

Thursday, May 18th 5:00-10:00pm Friday, May 19th 12noon-11:00pm Saturday, May 20th 12 noon-11:00pm Sunday, May 21st 12 noon-7:00pm Saturday, May 20th, 2017

www.stgeorgehamilton.com

4B A Packet Publication

The Week of May 12, 2017

Don't Forget M

Mother's Day Specials

Crape Myrtles

each

3 Gallon Pots

A Packet Publication 5B

The Week of May 12, 2017

GREENHOUSE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

GaskosFamilyFarm.com

MON. - SAT. 9AM-5PM; SUNDAY 9AM-3PM

VOTED NEW JERSEY’S BEST GARDEN CENTER Mix-N-Match

Family Farm Greenhouses “THE PLANT WAREHOUSE”

732-446-9205

112 Federal Road Monroe Twp.

JACOBS ELEPHANT LADDER PERENNIAL

8”POTS

FOR

EAR 499

Don't Forget M

EACH

Mother's Day Specials

L A N O Z

RED RUBRUM GRASS

SUPER SALE

FULL BLOO

GERANIUMS LARGE FLOWER 5½” POT

$ FOR

MANY 69 EACH COLORS

Remember Gasko’s is committed to making gardening a fun & affordable experience!

FULL OF COLOR!

GORGEOUS

FULL OF COLOR!

10” BASKETS 14” COCONEST

BASKETS ONLY

$ EACH

SUPER SALE

MAJESTY DIPLADENIA HIBISCUS BUSHES BUSHES PALMS $ $ 99 10 EACH FOR 3 GALLON POT

4” POTTED

12” DECORATIVE DECORATIVE 16” POT TERRACOTTA POT

JASMINE BEAUTIFUL – FULL OF COLOR!

5 MANDEVILLA HIBISCUS VINE TREES 99 $ ONLY $ BEAUTIFUL

ONLY

12 29 99 14

14 w/ trellis $ ONLY

LOTS OF COLOR

99 EACH

99 $ 99 $ EACH EACH

EACH LARGE SELECTION OF POTTERY ALL VERY REASONABLY PRICED

You Can’t Afford not to Check Out Gasko’s Family Farm - We have one of the best selections of shrubs, perennials and annuals that you’ll ever ﬁnd! We grow almost all of our plant material so nobody can compare to our price or our quality!

Cash or Checks Only! NO Debit or Credit Cards

6B A Packet Publication

The Week of May 12, 2017

HEALTH MATTERS

Dr. Alicia Brennan

Sports-related brain injuries in children

Each year, thousands of children are treated in emergency departments across the country for sports and recreation-related traumatic brain injuries, commonly known as concussions. While sports are a great way for children to stay active and healthy, children who continue to play while they have a concussion may have prolonged symptoms, and their brains will take longer to recover. Further, if a child has a repeat concussion that occurs while the brain is still healing from the first, it can result in severe consequences. Despite even the best of efforts, not all concussions can be prevented. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why it is especially important for parents and coaches alike to recognize the symptoms of a concussion and understand how to manage a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recovery, including knowing when it is safe for them to return to the game.

What is a concussion? A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or jolt to the head or body that causes

the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. This fast movement or shaking can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging the brain cells. This can cause the brain to not work normally, and can result in serious side effects. While much attention is paid to adults who play professional sports, the majority of sports-related concussions happen in children and adolescents. Statistics show that about 1-in-20 to 1-in-30 high school athletes will sustain a concussion per season. This means that on average one to three players per team will sustain a concussion during the season. What are the signs and symptoms? First, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to note that concussions can occur even if a child does not lose consciousness. In fact, only 10 percent of children with concussions report being â&#x20AC;&#x153;knocked out.â&#x20AC;? Some symptoms of a

COMMUTER BUS SERVICE BETWEEN: HILLSBOROUGH AND ND 42 STREET - NY !! NEW STARTS 6:00AM DAILY Visit us online at www.COMMUTERWIZ.com For fast and convenient ticket purchasing! 732-249-1100

www.facebook.com/SuburbanTransitBus

concussion can appear immediately after the injury, while others may not show up for days. The most common symptoms fall into four categories: physical, sleep, thinking and remembering, and mood disruption. These symptoms include: â&#x20AC;˘ Headache â&#x20AC;˘ Nausea and vomiting â&#x20AC;˘ Balance problems or dizziness â&#x20AC;˘ Slowed reaction time â&#x20AC;˘ Sensitivity to light or noise â&#x20AC;˘ Fuzzy or blurry vision â&#x20AC;˘ Sleeping more or less than usual, trouble falling asleep, feeling fatigued or drowsy â&#x20AC;˘ Difficulty concentrating or remembering â&#x20AC;˘ Confusion â&#x20AC;˘ Feeling â&#x20AC;&#x153;mentally foggyâ&#x20AC;? or slowed down â&#x20AC;˘ Feeling emotional, irritable, sad, nervous, depressed Symptoms often will worsen over a matter of days and when the brain is stressed, for instance when studying or participating in physical activity. Symptoms may last

worse or does not go away â&#x20AC;˘ Slurred speech, weakness, numbness or decreased coordination â&#x20AC;˘ Repeated vomiting or nausea, convulsions or seizures â&#x20AC;˘ Unusual behavior, increased confusion, restlessness or agitation â&#x20AC;˘ Loss of consciousness

Dr. Alicia Brennan days, weeks or even months. If you suspect your child may have a concussion, keep them out of the game until they can be evaluated by their pediatrician. In rare instances, a dangerous collection of blood (hematoma) may occur on the brain and can squeeze the brain against the skull. If your child exhibits any of the following more serious danger signs, call 911 and seek emergency treatment: â&#x20AC;˘ One pupil larger than the other â&#x20AC;˘ Drowsiness or inability to wake up â&#x20AC;˘ A headache that gets

COMMUTER BUS SERVICE BETWEEN: TWIN RIVERS SOUTH BRUNSWICK AND JERSEY CITY STARTS 6:50AM DAILY BUY TICKETS HERE: WWW.SUBURBANTRANSIT.COM 732-249-1100

www.facebook.com/SuburbanTransitBus

How are concussions diagnosed and treated? There is no single test for concussions. They cannot be seen on imaging tests like CT scans or MRIs because those tests look at the structure of the brain, and a concussion does not affect the structure, but the function. Instead, the doctor may assess your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s condition through a physical exam and a combination of tests that challenge memory and function. Initial treatment for a concussion is rest. Rest â&#x20AC;&#x201D; physical and mental â&#x20AC;&#x201D; allows the brain to heal. Children with concussions should not participate in activities that exert the brain or body, including: â&#x20AC;˘ Activities that could cause another bump to the head such as sports, gym class, riding a bike â&#x20AC;˘ Physical activities that cause a sustained increase in heart rate or make symptoms worse â&#x20AC;˘ Activities that require a lot of concentration such as attending school, doing homework, playing video games, texting or being on social media Children should never return to play on the same day a suspected concussion has occurred. A childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s return to school and sports

after a concussion should be a gradual process that is carefully managed and monitored by the pediatrician. The Center for Emergency Care at University Medical Center of Princeton (UMCP) has pediatricians from Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital of Philadelphia on site 24/7 to consult on emergency cases involving infants, children and adolescents. The Center sees 7,500 children annually. If a child needs to be admitted, he or she is cared for in UMCPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inpatient pediatric unit, where a CHOP pediatrician is on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Learn more Princeton HealthCare System, through its Community Education & Outreach Program, will host a discussion about sports-related brain injuries in youth, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on May 17 at University Medical Center of Princeton, 1 Plainsboro Road, First Floor, Education Center, Conference Room E. The discussion will also include a tour of the Emergency Department. To register for the free session or for more information, go to www.princetonhcs.org/calendar or call 888-897-8979 To find a pediatrician with Princeton HealthCare System, go to www.princetonhcs.org or call 888-7427496.

Alicia Brennan, M.D., is board certified in pediatrics and Medical Director of Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s Hospital of Philadelphia Pediatric Care at University Medical Center of Princeton.

Visit and ENJOY Our New Website: hendrixsonsfurniture.com

MAY SALE STICK_PP0517

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Last chance to buy Stickley at 2016 prices â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

Stickley Lowest Price of the Year This is your last chance to buy Stickley at 2016 prices. Visit either our Furlong or Emmaus location for an amazing selection of in-stock Stickley furniture and upholstery, all available for immediate delivery. PLUS take *45% off all IN-STOCK inventory (for a limited time only). Ask about special savings on special orders too!

CELEBRATING OUR FIRST 50 YEARS

( & $(#') * (%!$# * $% $ * ' * * *

!! ) * "" (& * &'#(' '% ' * ' * * 7* *Discount taken off MSRP for in-stock merchandise only. 2017 pricing goes into effect June 1.

A Packet Publication 7B

The Week of Friday, May 12, 2017

SHOP TALK

Your source for news and sales at area stores

Shop Talk is a weekly notebook that gets out the word about sales, promotions, and new businesses that are opening in the area. This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s items are as follows: Wine & Design, a paintand-sip franchise with a location in Monroe, is set to be featured on ABCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shark Tank,â&#x20AC;? May 12 at 9 p.m. To celebrate, Wine & Design will host an event for families and the community at at Garveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Restaurant & Pub, 405 Spotswood Gravel Hill Road, Monroe, beginning at 8:30 p.m. Wine & Design Monroe will offer every adult guest a discount card to an upcoming class. There also will be a gift certificate giveaway for a free class for four guests for May or June. There also will be a two-day discount offering of 10 percent off class purchases. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are huge fans of Shark Tank,â&#x20AC;? says Wine & Design Monroe, Samantha Elsafty. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to provide the Monroe community with a fun and creative way to join in on our excitement and celebrate this huge accomplishment.â&#x20AC;? To redeem the 10 percent off class purchases, customers must visit the Wine & Design website and enter â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;SHARK10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; online at check out or call the studio May 12-13. Wine & Design Monroe is located at 475 Spotswood Englishtown Road, Monroe For more information or to book the next available class, email monroe.nj@wineanddesign.com, go to wineandde-

May 12-13: Laura sign.com/monroenj, or call Mercier makeover party 732-605-0200. May 19: LaMer facial *** event There will be a ribbon May 20: Chantecaille cutting and open house to facial and makeup event celebrate the newly conMay 27: YSL Makeover structed Family Support party. Center at Daytop New JerFor more information, sey at Crawford House, go to May 23 at 2 p.m. Light rewww.bluemercury.com or freshments will be served call 609-497-9100. and New Jersey Lieutenant *** Governor Kim Guadagno Twine. gift shop at 8 will serve as guest speaker. The welcome and dedi- Somerset St. in Hopewell cation with comments from will be staging drive-in Lt. Governor Guadagno will movie nights (without the run from 2 to 2:30, followed car) in the backyard, runby an open house from 2:30 ning from various nights to 4 p.m. The event is open through the spring and sumto the public. To RSVP mer. Next up to be shown is email Francesca Viola at fvi- â&#x20AC;&#x153;Raiders Of The Lost Arkâ&#x20AC;? ola@daytopnj.org. The new family support center at Crawford House helps mothers rebuild broken relationships and re-establish trust with their children and other family members in a space designed to foster the motherchild bond and family connection. The project was made possible by funding from the RWJ 1962 Charitable Trust, NJ Department of Community Affairs and Montgomery-Rocky Hill and Hillsborough Rotary and a gift in memory of Shirley Martin. Crawford House is located at 362 Sunset Road in Skillman. For more information, go to daytopnj.org or call 888-432-9867.

on Friday, May 19. 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Raiders of the Lost Arkâ&#x20AC;? on May 19 and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Back To The Futureâ&#x20AC;&#x153; on June 23. For more information, go to www.twinehopewell.com. *** The Farmhouse Store at 43 Hulfish St. in Princeton is holding a Bella Notte sale through May 20. Bella Notte Linens manufactures vintage-inspired, high-quality, eco-friendly luxury bed-

ding. Receive 20 percent off custom orders of their merchandise for two weeks in May. For more information, call 609-688-0777. *** Treat mom to a massage gift certificate this Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day at Cranbury Therapeutic Massage. A free bar of dark chocolate is offered with every purchase. Instant gift certificates are available a t www.cranburymassage.co m or by calling 609-6551801. *** Palmer Squareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Girls Night Out is being held on Thursday, May 18 from 4 to

9 p.m. The event features an evening of exclusive promotions and discounts brought to women by the shops and restaurants in Princetonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palmer Square. To register, go to www.palmersquare.com/ev ents/girls-night-out. *** Celebrate Spring in Bordentown on historic Farnsworth Avenue, May 13. Events include the Franklin Carr Memorial Iris competition and Hats in Bloom exhibit and competition at Old City Hall, 13 Crosswicks St., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information and applications, contact Vicki Gaudier at 609-203-0541.

*** Blue Mercury at 72 Palmer Square West in Princeton is offering Spring Makeup Parties on the following dates:

MAY IS BETTER HEARING MONTH Encouraging better hearing healthcare for everyone Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no better time to focus on your hearing health. Better Hearing Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about hearing disorders and encourage life-altering treatment. If you have untreated hearing loss, or if you know someone who does, Total Hearing Care stands UHDG\ WR KHOS :H DUH RĆŞHULQJ FREE hearing assessments* throughout the month.

LIMITED-TIME OFFER

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay. Call now to schedule your FREE hearing assessment.*

Purchase any pair of hearing aids, get a FREE Hearing Aid Dryer & Freshener!** r 8VHV JHQWOH KHDW WR UHPRYH PRLVWXUH DQG FRQGHQVDWLRQ r (QYLURQPHQWDOO\ IULHQGO\ t QR FRVWO\ FKHPLFDOV RU GHVLFFDQWV QHHGHG r $FFRPPRGDWHV XS WR SDLUV RI KHDULQJ DLGV RU FRFKOHDU LPSODQW SURFHVVRUV r %XLOW LQ EDWWHU\ WHVWHU t QR PRUH WKURZLQJ DZD\ EDWWHULHV SUHPDWXUHO\ r 6LPSOH RQH WRXFK RSHUDWLRQ r &RPSDFW DQG OLJKWZHLJKW t IRU XVH DW KRPH RU DZD\

DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T MISS THIS SPECIAL OFFER! **Limit one per person. For new patients only with the purchase of a pair of hearing DLGV 1RW YDOLG ZLWK DQ\ RWKHU RĆŞHU :KLOH VXSSOLHV ODVW 3URGXFW SLFWXUHG PD\ QRW EH WKH H[DFW PRGHO RĆŞHUHG 2ĆŞHU H[SLUHV

HILLSBOROUGH &RXUW\DUG 'ULYH +LOOVERURXJK 1-

PLAINSBORO 0DUNHW 6W 6XLWH 3ODLQVERUR 1-

(877) 343-1195

(877) 343-0055

ZZZ QMKHDULQJDLGV FRP Sharon A. Stoor %& +,6 $&$ %RDUG &HUWLĆŹHG LQ +HDULQJ ,QVWUXPHQW 6FLHQFHV 1- +HDULQJ $LG 6XSHUYLVLQJ 'LVSHQVHU /LF +LOOVERURXJK 3ODLQVERUR Mohammad Abdel-Rahman 1- +HDULQJ $LG 'LVSHQVHU /LF +LOOVERURXJK Julie A. Hogarth 1- +HDULQJ $LG 'LVSHQVHU /LF 0* 3ODLQVERUR

7KH SXUSRVH RI WKLV KHDULQJ DVVHVVPHQW DQG GHPRQVWUDWLRQ LV WR GHWHUPLQH LI WKH SDWLHQW V PD\ EHQHĆŹW IURP XVLQJ KHDULQJ DLGV $Q\ GHWHUPLQDWLRQ PDGH LV QRW D PHGLFDO GLDJQRVLV ,QIRUPDWLRQ ZLWKLQ WKLV RĆŞHU ZDV FRUUHFW DW WLPH RI SULQWLQJ &&5*2) &

8B A Packet Publication

The Week of Friday, May 12, 2017

IN THE KITCHEN

Faith Bahadurian

Discover the wonders of ravishing radishes

Radishes are consumed throughout the world, usually raw or pickled, and the peppery bite of this member of the Brassicaceae family is welcome in salads, on buttered bread, in Korean kimchi and Chinese pickles, and as garnish to many a taco. Aside from baby greens, radishes were usually my first crop of the spring, and I planted several varieties: classic red, yes, but also elongated white-tipped French Breakfast radishes, multi-hued Easter Eggs, and white Icicles. They make good companion plants because they repel many pests, so I’d often throw in a second crop around newly transplanted tomato plants. Many years ago I saw my first Misato (aka Watermelon) radish in a seed catalog. I was attracted the stunning pinky-red interior, but had no luck with them in my own garden, maybe because I didn’t plant this large winter variety at the right time of year. Years later and they’re showing up in restaurants and better grocery stores, including at the Whole Earth Center in Princeton, where I bought one just the other day. It’s worth having a basic mandoline to thinly slice the Misato, and you can simply lay the slices out on a plate drizzling them with good olive oil and flaky salt. Think of it as radish carpaccio. I also see long Japanese Daikon radishes at the Whole Earth Center, and believe I’ve spotted Black Spanish radishes, which I plan to try next time I find them. Their dark exterior gives way to a bright white interior and, aside from peeling and eating them raw, they can be baked like beets and peeled as they cool. And that versatility is the wonderful thing about radishes. Even ordinary red ones roast up into lovely little “bombs” of concentrated flavor. Drizzled with olive oil, glazed with dill butter, mixed into grain salads, a cooked radish is as handy as raw. And remem-

TRINITY CHURCH AT ROCKY HILL RUMMAGE BAKE SALE

1 CRESCENT AVENUE

SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2017 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Doors open at 8:00 am and will close at 2:00 pm. Coffee and baked goods will be sold from 8:00 am on. The grill will start at 10:00 am with hamburgers and hot dogs for sale and will continue until 1:00 pm.

Bag sale from 1:00 to 2:00 pm for $4.00

Spring salad with thinly sliced Misato. ber the leaves are edible, too. Glazed Radishes, Braised Leaves Adapted from “Entertaining 1-2-3,” Rozanne Gold, Little, Brown (1999). Serves 6. 4 bunches red radishes with leaves (about Â½ pound each) 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon sugar Wash radishes and remove stems and leaves. Wash leaves well under cold water to remove grit. Cut larger radishes in half stem to tip. Place them in a medium pot and add enough cold water to just cover along with a large pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon, saving cooking water. Melt butter in a large skillet and add radishes, cooking over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add sugar and continue to cook another 4 minutes, until radishes are tender and slightly glazed. Bring the water back to a boil and simmer (i.e. blanch) greens for 1 minute. Remove with slotted spoon right into the skilled with the radishes and cook it all together for one more minute before serving. Can be prepared ahead and reheated. Roasted Radishes with Kalamata Dressing Adapted from “Small Victories, Recipes, Advice + Hundreds of Ideas for Home Cooking Triumphs,” Julia Turshen, Chronicle Books (2016). Serves 4. This cookbook, from a top recipe developer and writer who has worked with many famous chefs, deserves an award for its interesting recipes that are simple enough for new cooks, but intriguing enough for the more experienced. I highly recommend it! — F.B. 1 ½ pounds radishes, split lengthwise with a bit of stem left on 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt 1 small garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 12 pitted Kalamata olives, finely chopped 1 tablespoon finely-chopped fresh Italian parsley or chives, or 1 teaspoon finely-chopped fresh oregano Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment. Put radishes on parchment and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil, sprinkle with large pinch of salt. Toss together with your hands. Roast, stirring occasionally, until radishes are tender and lightly browned, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, put the garlic, a large pinch of salt, and vinegar in

a small bowl and let them sit for 10 minutes while garlic mellows. Slowly whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons oil then stir in the olives. Transfer radishes to serving platter, spoon over the dressing, and scatter over the parsley. Serve immediately.

Watermelon Radishes With Burrata Adapted from bonappetit.com. 4 servings. David Tanis makes a version of this using crème fraiche instead of burrata. And for a more substantial salad using these colorful radishes, search online for saveur.com’s Watermelon Radish, Ahi Tuna, and Snap Pea Salad. — F.B. 8 ounces burrata or bocconcini (small mozzarella balls) 2 watermelon radishes, very thinly sliced 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper For the garnish: Chopped fresh chives and finely grated lemon zest Tear or cut the burrata into pieces (or use bocconcini) and place on serving platter. Toss radish slices with oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Arrange over cheese and drizzle with any remaining dressing. Top with chives and lemon zest.

Stir-Fried Beef With Sweet-and-Pungent Radishes Adapted from “The Thousand Recipe Chinese Cookbook,” Gloria Bley Miller, Grosset & Dunlap (1966). About 4 Servings as part of a multi-dish meal. Â½ pound lean beef 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons soy sauce 10 to 12 radishes 2 tablespoons oil 1 Â½ tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons vinegar Â¼ to Â½ cup water Slice beef thinly against grain. Combine cornstarch and soy sauce, add beef, and toss to coat. Slice radishes. Heat oil in wok or skillet, add beef, and stir-fry until redness disappears. Remove from pan. Add sugar, vinegar, and water to pan and heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Return beef and stir-fry about 2 more minutes. Add radishes, stirring just until heated though. Serve at once. Faith Bahadurian blogs at njspice.net (also Twitter @njspice).

Bring and enjoy your lunch on our OUTDOOR PATIO while we service your vehicle.

FRANKLIN

BRIDGEWATER 1316 Route 22 East (908) 231-9800

1503 Route 27 South (732) 828-6116

Located at Morgan Lane

Between Cozzens Lane and Bennetts Lane

SALE

UÊ "Ê «« Ì i ÌÃÊ iViÃÃ>ÀÞÊUÊ Ê `` Ì > Ê iiÃ

PRESCRIPTION EYEGLASSES AND SUNGLASS

$7 PP7

OFF

Signature Service Oil Change

15% OFF Any Additional Fluid Services

Most vehicles. Redeemable at the Bridgewater or Franklin locations. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 6/12/17

PP15

This promotion is not to be combined with any insurance plans and/or with any other promotions and/or discounts, etc. Not applicable to previous purchases and/or when discount is not asked for at time of sale and/or when coupon is not presented at time of sale. Offer excludes Maui Jim & Costa Del Mar brand. See Optical for additional details and exclusions. Offer valid 4/1/17 to 5/31/17. (Grace U. Danieles, N.J. License #NJ31TD-3827)

Total Purchase Cost of Prescription Frames & Lenses

and/or ALL In-Stock Designer Prescription Sunglasses & Non-Prescription

THE OPTICAL SHOP AT BRIDGEWATER

100 Canal Pointe Boulevard Suite 100 Princeton, NJ • 609-419-1920 Centre Drive, Suite 1B • Monroe Township, NJ • 609-409-2777

www.outlookeyecare.com

A Packet Publication 9B

The Week of Friday, May 12, 2017

GUEST COLUMN Kristin Friberg

Mothering around the bend I find myself holding my breath as I round the bend and spot the two dilapidated rocking chairs in front of the home set back from the road. Just across the way, I try to catch sight of a pair of pet llamas, who may sometimes be seen next door. If I don’t hold my breath until I’ve passed this spot in the road, bad luck will reign. That’s the common lore, according to my now 13-yearold daughter, and if I miss it this one time and something bad happens, it will be my fault. For the last four years, my daughter has become part of the fabric of a small tight-knit school that she will be leaving in June. Together, we’ve embraced its pillars of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship and it has grounded us. With high school right around the corner, and as we start to consider thoughts of the future, there are, of course,

unknowns. But everything that begins must end, and with those endings come new beginnings. When I first became a mother, I surrounded myself with books to help light the path. Louise Erdrich’s “The Blue Jay’s Dance” was sandwiched between Tracy Hogg’s “The Secrets of the Baby Whisperer” and Marc Weissbluth’s “Happy Sleep Habits, Happy Child.” I would write a schedule for everything. Rules were our friends. Structure would get us through. There are plenty of bumps, hills, and valleys, and somehow you make it . . . to adolescence. As your child approaches high school, the idea of just four years — four — punches you in the gut. The realization strikes that you had better have used those formative years to build a solid foundation because the adolescent brain tends to shut its doors to parental wisdom and embrace those of its peers.

Arts Council seeks poster artwork The Arts Council of Princeton invites members of the community to express their creativity by designing artwork celebrating the arts council’s 50th Anniversary. Participants are encouraged to submit artwork encompassing the ACP’s mission of “building community through the arts.” Artwork may be any medium that can be reproduced on an anniversary poster and marketing materials. Artwork submission deadline is May 31 at 5 p.m. Applicants should ideally live or work in the Princeton or sur-

rounding areas and have familiarity with the Arts Council of Princeton. The contest is open to individuals (all ages), companies, organizations, educational institutions, or groups associated with such institutions. Entries should reference, either abstractly or not, the theme. Art may be supplied in two-dimensional format or as an electronic file. Details and guidelines are available at www.artscouncilofprinceton.org. For more information, call 609-924-8777.

MOVIE TIMES

Movie and times for the week of May 12-18. Schedules are subject to change.

HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908-874-8181): King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:10, 4:05, 7, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 1:10, 4:05, 7. King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:35, 4:30, 7:25, 10:20; Sun.Thurs. 1:35, 4:30, 7:25. Snatched (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:30; Sun. 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:15; Mon.-Thurs. 2:45, 5, 7:15. Snatched (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:10, 3:25, 5:40, 7:55, 10:10; Sun.Thurs. 1:10, 3:25, 5:40, 7:55. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1, 1:30, 4:05, 4:35, 7:10, 7:40, 10:15; Sun.-Thurs. 1, 1:30, 4:05, 4:35, 7:10, 7:40. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12, 2, 3:05, 5:05, 6:10, 8:10, 9:15; Sun. 12, 2, 3:05, 5:05, 6:10, 8:10; Mon.-Thurs. 2, 3:05, 5:05, 6:10, 8:10. The Fate of the Furious (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05, 10:05; Sun.-Thurs. 1:05, 4:05, 7:05. The Boss Baby (PG) Fri.-Sat. 12:15, 2:40, 5:05, 7:30, 9:55; Sun. 12:15, 2:40, 5:05, 7:30; Mon.-Thurs. 2:40, 5:05, 7:30.

MONTGOMERY CINEMAS (609-924-7444): 3 Generations (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 2:30, 4:45, 7, 9:15; Sun.Thurs. 2:30, 4:45, 7. The Dinner (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:40, 4:20, 7, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 1:40, 4:20, 7. Norman: The Moderate Rise and Tragic Fall of a New York Fix (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:40, 4:25, 7:10, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 1:40, 4:25, 7:10. A Quiet Passion (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45; Sun.Thurs. 1:30, 4:15, 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. 4:45, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 4:45. The Zookeeper’s Wife (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 1:55, 7:10. PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-2791999): The Dinner (PG13) Fri. 4, 6:45, 9:25; Sat. 1, 4, 6:45, 9:25; Sun. 1, 4, 6:45; Mon. 5:15, 8; Tues. 8; WedThurs. 2, 4:30, 8. A Quiet Passion (PG13) Fri. 6:45; Sat. 1, 6:45; Sun. 6:45; Mon. 8; Tues. 5:15; Wed.-Thurs. 5. Their Finest (R) Fri.-Sat. 4, 9:25; Sun. 4; Mon.-Tues. 5:15; Wed.-Thurs. 2. National Theatre Live: Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m. Exhibition on Screen: The Artist’s Garden (NR) Tues. 8 p.m. National Theatre Live: Twelfth Night (NR) Wed. 7 p.m. Prof. Picks: Wide Blood (1979) Thurs. 7:30 p.m. T

Driving along these back roads, I feel the ground is shifting under my tires. The terrain is one with which I’m both familiar and strikingly unfamiliar. I’m turning a corner, rounding a bend, and confronting the reality that there’s no way to know what lies ahead.

Kristin Friberg has spent over a decade as readers’ services librarian at the Princeton Public Library. In addition to writing for the library blog (from which this column was reprinted), she oversees six other writers, coordinates the library’s Instagram team, oversees adult book groups, teaches technology classes and leads staff readers’ advisory training. She lives in Hopewell.

10B A Packet Publication

The Week of Friday, May 12, 2017

JUNE 26 - august 4, 2017 summer day school & Youth Camp

Summer Day School at Peddie is a six-week session geared toward rising 6th through 12th graders. Students can choose from enrichment courses in a variety of subjects to prepare for the rigors of their next academic year. In Summer Youth Camp, campers ages 6-9 will learn, swim and explore, and will also enjoy special programs like Mad Science, Bricks for Kids, Yoga instruction and more. Youth Camp promises a summer your child won’t forget!

summer Athletics

Don’t miss this exciting experience to learn and practice with some of Peddie’s best coaches! Peddie Basketball Camps Peddie Golf Camp Peddie Swim Camp

summer ARTS

Green Apple Theater Camp excites young thespians (ages 8-11) just beginning their acting careers, while Summer Theater Camp takes older campers (ages 11-15) to another level. Join our own Peddie School arts faculty and guest Broadway professionals in this fun summer theater program. Register online at:

peddie.org/summerprograms

Packet Media Group

Week of May 12th 2017

classified

real estate

careers

at your service

real estate

wheels

to advertise, contact Tracey Lucas 908.415.9891 | tlucas@newspapermediagroup.com

Jody Berkowitz

Left: Steve and Jody Berkowitz. Below: Jody and her family.

Sales Associate Office: 908-359-0893

Cell: 908-803-2902 | Email: jodyberkowitz@gmail.com | buysomersetcountyhomes.com

. Where did you grow up? A. I grew up in Rockaway NJ in a lake community called White Meadow Lake which is in Morris County. After high school, I attended Ramapo College of New Jersey in Bergen County to obtain my Bachelor Degree in Business. I purchased by first condo in Middlesex County and now I live and raise my family in Hillsborough in Somerset County. I love Hillsborough and it’s central location to everything. I’m a life-long Jersey Girl at heart and understand the demographics and housing market in different communities.

years, I was a volunteer for the Fresh Air Fund where I was the chairperson for all of Somerset and Hunterdon County. I was responsible for recruiting families to host inner-city children for summer vacations. We were also a host family and enjoyed having kids at our house all summer.

. What are the top 3 things that separate you from your competition? A. First, I take a very honest and comprehensive look at my client’s situation, family, financial goals, and the marketplace. Next, I build a relationship with my client and embrace their goals as my own. Finally, I accept a high level of responsibility for my clients’ . What do you see in the future for Real Estate sales satisfaction and achievement of these goals. and prices? A. In my 25 years of selling real estate, I have seen . How long have you worked in real estate? markets swing in varying degrees. I have sold in buyers’ A. I started in the mortgage business after college markets and sold in sellers’ markets. Although it is very hard and decided to transition to real estate in 1992. I to predict the future, the real estate market has been very worked as a sales associate with the Top Producing Agent at strong the last couple of years. Interest rates are at an all- Prudential NJ Properties. We were the #1 Award Winning time low so many first-time homebuyers are trying to get into Sales Team in the entire company. I switched to Keller the market. I also see an increase in the number of investors Williams Realty in 2013 and have been a Top Producing Agent as well as the Director of Agent Services. I was looking to enter the market. also involved in the New Agent Mentoring and Training . What do you enjoy doing when you are not Program. working? A. In addition to being with my family, I like to stay . What is your specialty? active by working out, biking and walking. I also recently A. I love working with first time homebuyers. completed my first Rugged Maniac race. For the past 10 There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone purchase their first home. I also work with investors. I have invested in many properties 2230 Route 206, myself, I’m currently a landlord and I have successfully Belle Mead, NJ 08502 flipped homes. This gives me the experience and insight into these markets. In addition, I also sell in a 908-359-0893 lot in adult communities since many of my clients are downsizing.

featured homes Listed by

Jody Berkowitz Sales Associate

Cell: 908-803-2902 | jodyberkowitz@gmail.com buysomersetcountyhomes.com

2230 Route 206, Belle Mead, NJ 08502 |

908-359-0893

HILLSBOROUGH

MONTGOMERY

$587,000

$589,000

$599,000

25 Yates Drive – PRIVATE LOCATION that backs to woods. Enjoy outdoor living sitting on the back deck overlooking the woods, or relaxing on the front porch! Kit has been remodeled & includes new cabinets, granite counters, SS appliances & center island. Kitchen opens to family room & has SPECTACULAR VIEWS!. Spacious Master BR has 2 walk in closets & en suite bath. Upstairs also features 3 addit’l large BRs plus an extra room which makes a great ofﬁce or reading nook. Furnace, AC & roof have all been recently replaced. This desirable Heritage Greens neighborhood has tennis courts, playground & walking path. Close to shopping, daycare, restaurants & mins away to NYC bus!

16 Yates Drive – IMMACULATE Home in Desirable Heritage Greens community. Sitting on one of the largest lots in the neighborhood! Entire home has been freshly painted in neutral tones & has BRAND NEW ROOF! Furnace/AC less than 2 yrs old, HWH & Washer/Dryer less than 5 yrs old & all NEW kitchen appliances! Other features include 2 story entry, FIRST FLOOR OFFICE, woodburning frplc in fam rm, Laundry on 1st ﬂr, large Master w/2 walk in closets & en suite bath w/double vanity, stall shower & tub. FINISHED BASEMENT includes large rec room, xercise room or play room. Lots of storage. Community offers playground, tennis & walking paths. Close to shopping, daycare, restaurants & mins to NYC bus!

15 Cobblestone Court – CHARMING COLONIAL tucked away in a desirable CUL DE SAC location in great neighborhood! 4 BRs PLUS very spacious 1st flr office/guest suite w/cath ceilings & skylight! You will love the spacious rms w/lots of windows. Other features include remodeled kit that opens to fam rm, hrdwd flrs on both levels, wdbrning frplce, large Mast suite w/2 walk in closets and spacious master bath. Roof, furnace and AC less than 5 yrs. Montgomery Twp has highly rated schools and is minutes from downtown Princeton.

HILLSBOROUGH

$439,000

$749,900

20 Wolfe Drive – CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION! This home has been completely updated! New kit w/ new cabinets, granite counters & marble & glass backsplash. Bathrooms have been renovated including a jetted jacuzzi tub. Harwood ﬂoors, new windows, new paver driveway and walkway, limestone steps. Ground level family room has ﬁreplace & 4th BR. Crown moldings throughout.

26 Deer Path – IF YOU LOVE TO ENTERTAIN, then this house is for you! Amazing fully renovated kitchen w/ cherry wood cabinets & top of the line appliances, opens to family room & overlooks beautiful backyard w/inground pool! When you are done with your busy day, the master suite has a bonus room where you can go for a peaceful retreat! First ﬂoor ofﬁce, 3 car garage and many other features will want to make you move in today!

COMING SOON!

$539,000

COMPLETELY RENOVATED from top to bottom, this home is ready for you to move right in! Beautiful kitchen overlooks resort style yard complete w/inground pool, hot tub, and gazebo. Home backs to open space so yard feels private, yet you are close to schools, shopping and transportation. If you are looking for a turn key home in a wonderful neighborhood, this is it!

Packet Media Group

Week of May 12th 2017

showcase of homes Lawrence Twp

$788,800

LAWRENCE TWP

$899,000

MONTGOMERY TWP

$675,000 Bac On Thk Mark e et

PRICE REDUCED Find charm & character around every corner in this stately, well-kept 5 BR, 4/2 BA Colonial located on 3+ acres w/Princeton address. Updated eIK adjacent to Fam Rm w/activity loft. office/library w/wet bar & in-law/ au-pair suite on 1st flr. three season sun room overlooks multilevel deck & IG pool. MBR suite w/frplce & French drs to private balcony. Full, finished walk-out bsmnt. New HVAC, septic system & recently updated electrical panel.

Premium location!! This Princeton address estate has 7 acres...5 + acres are farm assessed land. Stately brick 4BR, 3BA home on 1.5 of manicured grounds. Includes FDR & LR, FR, sunny 4 season room. A marblefloored foyer, solid hdwd flrs, 2 flpcs. The Kit has custom oak cabinets w/a Cherry stain & adjoining breakfast rm allows for informal dining. Poss. 5th BR & full BA on 1st flr. MBR has sitting/dressing RM, walk-in closets & full BA. Lrg barn w/2 stables, paddock & stocked pond. Mins to the Princeton Twp border, Rte 206, NJTP, US 1 & train stations. Listed by Donna M. Murray Sales Associate, REALTOR®

Listed by Donna M. Murray Sales Associate, ReALtoR® 253 Nassau Street Princeton, NJ 08540

Cell: 908-391-8396 donnamurray@comcast.net

609-924-1600

A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC.

Princeton

$1,299,000

This c. 1740 historic Colonial sits high in the River Road Historic District, overlooking Millstone River Park. Features: 5BR, 3.5BA, updated kit w/ stone wall, custom cabinets & SS appl’s. Breakfast rm, formal LR w/ fplc, formal DR w/ vaulted ceiling; office/library, FR w/ views of a flagstone courtyard, & MBR suite w/ dressing/sitting room & renovated BA w/round soaking tub & shower. 2 car detached GAR w/ 2nd floor. All on 1.5acres! Listed by Donna M. Murray Sales Associate, REALTOR®

Cell: 908-391-8396

253 Nassau Street Princeton, NJ 08540

Cell: 908-391-8396

donnamurray@comcast.net 2015 NJ REALTORS® Circle of

253 Nassau Street Princeton, NJ 08540

Excellence Award® Winner -Platinum

609-924-1600

A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC.

LAMBERTVILLE

donnamurray@comcast.net 2015 NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Award® Winner -Platinum

609-924-1600

A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC.

00270697

$599,000

HOPEWELL TWP

00270699

$369,000

Just reduced!! Elegant Custom Finished Colonial. Custom finished gated 5BR, 5.5BA Colonial w/in Rosedale Estates! Sits on 1.92 ac. 2 story foyer w/Marble flr. LR w/brick Fplc, & palladium windows. Library w/built-ins recessed lights, double sided fplc & hdwd flrs. Kit w/island, & high end appls. Solarium & wrap around deck. MBR suite w/Fplc, sitting rm, Jacuzzi, Sky lights, & Italian Marble flrs. Au-pair/Mother-Daughter suite w/ private entrance! Listed by

Watch the sun set over the beautiful Delaware River from this wonderful townhome in the heart of Lambertville. Built within the walls of an 1830 grist mill, this home is bright and welcoming, with an open floor plan. Exposed stone walls, custom kitchen, many renovations and upgrades. 3 decks offer spectacular views across to New Hope. 2 bedrooms, 3½ baths, 2 fireplaces, patio, dock, garage. Listed by Donna Pheor Realtor®

Robert “Bob” Levine

BRoKER/Sales Associate Licensed in NJ

190 Nassau Street Princeton, NJ 08542

609-921-2700

Cell: 609-273-3621 boblevine@ymail.com

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.

Listed by Valerie Sands REALTOR®

45 N. Main Street Lambertville, NJ 08530

609-397-3007

www.RiverValleyInfo.com

00266634

real estate news Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® Honors Rocco D’Armiento Team with Chairman’s Circle Gold Award Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORSÆ recently honored the Rocco D’Armiento Team, Princeton Home Marketing Center sales associates, with a Chairman’s Circle Gold Award for their excellent sales performance for 2016, placing them in the top 2 percent of all BHHS agents. Team members, led by Rocco D’Armiento, include Wendy and Melissa D’Armiento. “My team always goes above and beyond, doing whatever it takes to get the job done,” remarks Rocco D’Armiento.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® is a part of HomeServices of America, the nation’s second largest provider of total home services. The company has more than 4,500 sales associates in over 65 sales offices across the Tri-State area. Through its affiliate, the Trident Group, the company provides one-stop shopping and facilitated services to its clients including mortgage financing and title, property and casualty insurance. BHHS Fox & Roach is the #1 broker in the nationwide BHHS network of 1,400 broker affiliates. Our company-sponsored charitable foundation, Fox & Roach Charities, is committed to addressing the needs of children and families in stressful life circumstances and has contributed over $5.5 million to more than 250 local organizations since its inception in 1995. Visit our Website at www.foxroach.com.

real estate classified ads Place your ad now at centraljersey.com Real Estate

Condo for Rent

Delaware: New Homes: Sussex and Kent counties from $169,000. 9 communities close to Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Bay(Bower's Beach) or Nanticoke River(Seaford). 302653-7700 www.LenapeBuilders.net

CONDO FOR RENT KINGSTON,NJ 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo for rent. Includes pool,tennis, smoke and pet free. Rent $1278 plus utilities. Please contact 732-689-1170

centraljersey.com Classifieds

GET CONNECTED! Great Content

Local News

Apartments for Rent PRINCETON Furnished and clean. One bedroom, kitchen, living room. Utilities included, cable tv and wifi. Private off-street parking. No pets. No smoking. $1375. 609-915-5809 PRINCETON 2 Bedroom Apartment for Rent Newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment available immediately. 5 minutes from Nassau St. Central air, laundry room, personal storage space, off street parking. $2,000 a month, one month security. Call 732-398-0441

Week of May 12th 2017

Packet Media Group

real estate news Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® Trident Insurance Agent Named 2016 Agent of the Year Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS’® Trident Insurance Agency was recently named the 2016 National Agent of the Year by MetLife Home & Auto. This award is in recognition of the company’s new business growth, retention and low losses. Pictured here are (l to r) Paul E. Garvin, MetLife Auto & Home senior vice president; Cathy Shepherd, Trident Insurance Agency vice president & general sales manager; Peg Dynakowski, Trident Insurance Agency vice president & risk manager; and Brenda Perkins, MetLife Home & Auto vice president, Northeast Region. The Trident Insurance Agency dates back to 1906. After a string of mergers and acquisitions over the years, the company has grown into the dominant market leader throughout the Tri-State area. The 17th largest personal lines agency in the U.S., Trident Insurance Agency has been recognized as a top agency by Travelers, SafeCo, Lititz Mutual, Westfield and Mercer Insurance. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® is a part of HomeServices of America, the nation’s second largest provider of total home services. The company has more than 4,500 Sales Associates in over 65 sales offices across the Tri-State area. Through its affiliate, the Trident Group, the company provides one-stop shopping and facilitated services to its clients including mortgage financing, and title, property and casualty insurance. BHHS Fox & Roach is the #1 broker in the nationwide BHHS network of 1400 broker affiliates. Our company-sponsored charitable foundation, Fox & Roach Charities, is committed to addressing the needs of children and families in stressful life circumstances and has contributed over $5.5 million to more than 250 local organizations since its inception in 1995. Visit our Website at www.foxroach.com.

Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® to Hold Future Open House Extravaganza Weekends Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® will sponsor two more Open House Extravaganza Weekends, May 20-21 and June 2425. Any listing with an open house scheduled for that weekend will be advertised on Facebook in the zip code of their location for 24 hours pre-promoting the event. “Our Open House Extravaganza Weekends have proven to be a huge success for our agents and their sellers and we’re looking forward to continuing the program in the coming months,” said Steve Storti, BHHS Fox & Roach chief marketing officer. More than 700 open houses were advertised during the last Open House Extravaganza Weekend, resulting in 139,728 ad impressions, 7,308 clicks to the property detail pages and more than 4,000 groups attend the opens.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® is a part of HomeServices of America, the nation’s second largest provider of total home services. The company has more than 4,500 Sales Associates in over 65 sales offices across the Tri-State area. Through its affiliate, the Trident Group, the company provides one-stop shopping and facilitated services to its clients including mortgage financing, and title, property and casualty insurance. BHHS Fox & Roach is the #1 broker in the nationwide BHHS network of 1400 broker affiliates. Our company-sponsored charitable foundation, Fox & Roach Charities, is committed to addressing the needs of children and families in stressful life circumstances and has contributed over $5.5 million to more than 250 local organizations since its inception in 1995. Visit our Website at www.foxroach.com.

Call the ROCCO D’ARMIENTO TEAM today for more details!

RESIDENTIAL Plainsboro

$469,000 55

Dey

$5,799,000

Road.

Beautiful 2 family Bilevel home on over 3/4 acre lot. Main flr has all refinished hdwd flrs, Kit. has newer SS appls. 4BR, 3 full BAs. Upper level has 3BR, LR, DR, Kit, 2 Full BAs. Main level has FR, 1BA, EIK, Laundry room and garage. Relax on the upper deck and look out over the open space. First floor is great for an in-law suite. New kitchen and full bath. Freshly painted thru out. Minutes to train station, Rt 1, Rt 95 and NJ turnpike. Walk to parks, golf course and shopping center. Excellent West Windsor Plainsboro school system.

Cranbury

Princeton

$1,050,000

8 Players Lane. Enter through an automatic gated entrance to a private enclave of 6 homes, in the most prestigious Jasna Polana Estates & a stone’s throw from the 230 acres Jasna Polana Golf Course, includes FREE membership. 7BR, 7BA & two 1/2BAs home to call your own private luxurious retreat that sits at the top of the cul-de-sac with custom built-in pool. So much to see.

Cranbury

$939,000 11 South Main Street.

181 Plainsboro Road. Custom Designed Architectural Gem...on 2 acres of parklike landscaped private property, this Contemporary home is located in Historic Cranbury. features 4BD, 3 Full BA, 2 half baths, family room, LR w/fieldstone frplce, DR, air cond solarium w/flr to ceiling windows. kit is chef’s dream, fin bsmnt, IG pool and so much more!!

Hightstown

$369,000

21 Meadow Drive. This home resembles perfection and

charm. Features incld: Hrdwd flrs thruout. Frm LR, updated kit complete w/granite counters. Newer kit appli. Form DR. Mast BR w/WIC. Fin bsmnt w/gas stove, utility sink, freezer & refrigerator. Mins from the NJ turnpike Train station and RT 295. Walk to the great restaurants & shops of Hightstown. House was featured in the Hightstown garden club Garden tour.

BEAUTIFUL HISTORIC HOME.. built in 1846 has been featured in the Historic Cranbury home tour. Rich in history & impeccably updated. Features pumpkin pine hdwd flring throughout, updated kit w/granite counters & ss appliances, 4BD, 2 full BA & 2 half BA, det 2 car gar. Located on almost 1 acre w/screened in deck. MUCH MORE!!

Cranbury

$769,000

43 Washington Drive. This move-in ready Claridge model in Shadow Oaks is ready to impress. 5 BR, 3.5 bath. The kitchen has granite island w/stool seating, granite counters, SS GE applncs. Fam Rm w/granite breakfast bar. The DR & LR w/hrdwd flring. The MBR is the perfect getaway w/a WIC. Paver patio overlooks flower gardens & koi ponds with waterfall. Also has Cent Vac sys, newer HVAC & roof.

COMMERCIAL Princeton

Reduced $975,000 278-280 Franklin Ave.

Medical/Office building 3000 sq ft total. Current use is a Dermatologist office formerly a dentist office. Many possible uses with township approval. The 1500 sq ft of doctor’s office hosts waiting room, reception area, 3 exam rooms, kitchen, private office, and much more. Business for sale also for additional $150k. Another 1400 sq ft of building is home to 4 bedroom, 2 full bath apartment currently being leased.

Lawrenceville For Lease or Sale $799,900 2025 Princeton Pike Beautiful 7,000 sq ft office building for sale or lease. Former doctor’s office on 1st flr w/6 exam rms, waiting rm, 6 BA, conf rm, kitchenette, lab & private office. 2nd flr is 3,500 sq ft & has many potential uses w/2 BA. 3500-7000 sq ft for lease. 38 parking spaces avail. Great exposure from Lawrenceville Rd & Princeton Ave. Mins from Rte 1 & I-95.

ROCCO D’ARMIENTO TEAM REALTOR®, e-Pro, SRES Five Star REALTOR award since 2010. Selling Residential & Commercial • Licensed in NJ & PA NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Award® Winner - Gold 2012

Cell: 267-980-8546 Office: 609-924-1600 ext. 7601 Wendy, Rocco, and Melissa

Rocco.DArmiento@FoxRoach.com www.roccodarmiento.foxroach.com

A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC.

253 Nassau Street Princeton, NJ 08540

609-924-1600

00263447

Packet Media Group

Week of May 12th 2017

Packet Media Group

Week of May 12th 2017

careers

to advertise, call 609.924.3250 | Monday thru Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Require a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting or Financial Management, or foreign equivalent, plus at least 5 years of cumulative work experience in the Finance & Accounting field. Any suitable combination of education, training or experience is acceptable. US permanent work authorization is required. Send resumes to: CohnReznick LLP, 4 Becker Farm Road, Roseland, NJ 07068. Attn: A. Sullivan/PMK

EXPERIENCED SUMMER SCHOOL TEACHERS

Needed in Geometry Honors Peddie Summer School in Hightstown. June 26 – August 4 Email: dmartin@peddie.org

Help Wanted Computer/IT: ZS Associates Inc. in Princeton seeks a Senior Technology Design Analyst – II (entry) to lead detailed technology discovery analysis and articulate technical design work directly to clients. Req. Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, or rlt’d + 18 months of exp. in job offered, Software Developer, Programmer Analyst, or related, or in a relevant consulting role working on technology delivery engagements. Must have extensive experience in project delivery management activities such as organizing appropriate project documentation protocols, using project planning tools, tracking project deliverables to timelines and objectives; experience in applying business area problem solving frameworks; knowledgeable about issues, methodologies, resources, and training required to help build detailed project plans for technology projects; formal software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodology experience applied through project delivery; and experience w/ Enterprise Solution Programming (e.g.: SQL and Informatica), database development and/or management, or ETL interfacing. Up to 20% domestic travel required Email resume to careers@zsassociates.com w/JOB ID NK17.

Chief Risk Officer (Plainsboro, NJ): Resp for dvlpng & implmntng rsk mgmt frmwrk for glbl macros strtgies incldng mrkt rsk, countr-party rsk & rsk govrrnce. Min Reqs: Mast deg in Finance, Engnrng, Math or rel + 3 yrs exp in rle rltd to fincial rsk mgmt. Exp prfrmng rsrch & quant anlys on prtfolios w/ fincial dervtvs using Bloomberg, Excel & Access. Exp anlyzng vrious trdng strtgies & dvlpng vrious stat mdls to mnitor & msure prfrmnce & prdct rsk expsre. Resumes: J. Kioko, Willowbridge Associates Inc., 101 Morgan Lane, Ste. 180, Plainsboro, NJ 08536.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT FT/PT in Cream Ridge family practice office. Excellent venituncture, EKG, vaccine administration, vital signs, computer skills needed. Send resume to: raptermu@aol.com.

FRONT DESK Dental office in Princeton. Some computer skills, will train. One to two days a week. 609-924-9034

Senior C# Developer @ Bloomberg LP (Princeton, NJ) F/T. Crte hgh prfrmnce, web & srvce-orintd applctns using C# & Python as lngugs. Dsgn & dvlp dtbse tier using SQL Servr 2005/2008 & Oracle. Work in Test Drven Devlpmnt (“TDD”) envirnmnt utlzng Git for cntnuous intgrtn. Prtcpte in all phses of sftwre dvlpmnt lifcycle. Engr qualty sftwre & prvde solutns & seamlss intgrtn with entrprse systms. Posit reqs a Master’s deg or foreign equivalent in Comp Sci, Info Netwrks, Engg (any) or rltd & 1 yr of exp in the job offd or as Sr Sftwre Engr, Sftwre Engr, Prgrammr Anlyst or rltd. Alternatvly, emplyr will accpt a Bachelor’s deg & 5 yrs of prgressvly rspnsble exp. Exp must incld: ASP.NET/WCF using C#; SQL Server 2005/2008; Oracle 11g; JavaScript; and, Unix/Linux environments. Emp will accept any suitable combo of edu, training or exp. Send resume to Bloomberg HR, 731 Lexington Ave, NY, NY 10022. Indicate B78-2016. EOE.

GET GET CONNECTED! CONNECTED!

marketplace

to advertise, call 609.924.3250 | Monday thru Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Auction

Miscellaneous

US Treasury Department Auction Bid Online 5/16 thru 5/23 for many items located at 111 Herrod Blvd. Dayton NJ to include: Apple MacBook Pro Laptops, iPad, Computers, TV's, Electronics, Jewelry, Designer handbags & watches, aircraft parts, Iranian Carpets & Tamping Rammer (export only). Preview: Monday, 5/8 from 9am-3pm, 111 Herrod Blvd, Dayton, N.J. 08810 Full inventory, photos other preview locations at www.cwsmarketing.com 855-463-3183

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 800-263-5434

Garage Sale MONROE TOWNSHIP The Italian American Club at Cranbury Crossing Community Yard Sale Saturday May 20 Raindate: May 21 9am - 2pm New items, household, toys, linens, etc. 48 Cranbury Station Road

PRINCETON - Giant 58th Annual UUCP Spring Rummage Sale Saturday, May 13, 9am - 2pm, 50 Cherry Hill Rd at Route 206, Princeton. All sale proceeds benefit local charities! Food, live music -Bring the family for a great time and great bargains! http://www.uuprinceton.org/ spring-sale-may-13/ Lawrenceville Multi Family Yard Sale Sat, May 20 8am-2pm 87 Federal City Road Furniture, china, home & holiday decor, collectible dolls including American Girl, musical instruments,clothing jewelry, books, games, toys, 2011 Triumph Bonneville. No early birds!

Garage Sale PRINCETON Community Yard Sale Furniture, Books, Toys, Clothes, and More! Saturday, May 13th from 9:00am-12:00pm At the corner of Canal Pointe Blvd. and Farber Road Princeton, NJ PLAINSBORO, NJ 32 Thoreau Drive ESTATE SALE SATURDAY MAY 13th AND SUNDAY MAY 14H 9:30 - 3:00 Selling handmade rugs, 4 poster bed and armoire, girls bedroom set, sofa and loveseat, collectibles, costume jewelry, traditional Indian clothing, kitchenware, silks, vintage violin, patio furniture, and so much more. PENNINGTON ESTATE SALE Friday 5/12 Saturday 5/13 10 am - 3 pm Upscale modern furniture. Leather sofas, sectional, and chairs. Bookcases, dinette, dining room, bar stools, credenza, bedroom, wicker sofa and chairs, office furniture, gym, patio, grill, generator, snow blower, plus more! LoriPalmerEstateSales.com 101 West Shore Drive

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. (NationPest Control Service: KILL BED BUGS! Buy Harris wide placement available.) Ask Bed Bug Killers/KIT. Available: About our TRI-BUY package to Hardware Stores, The Home reach NY, NJ and PA! Depot, homedepot.com AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING - Get FAA certification to fix planes. Approved for military benefits. Financial aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-827-1981. Got Knee Pain? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a pain-relieving brace at little or no cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1-800489-7701 Deliver your message to over 3 million readers! Place a 2x2 Display Ad in 114 NJ weekly newspapers for ONLY $1400. Call Peggy Arbitell at 609-3597381, email parbitell@njpa.org or visit www.njpa.org. Ask About our TRI-BUY package to reach NY, NJ and PA! DISH TV - BEST DEAL EVER! Only $39.99/mo. Plus $14.99/mo Internet (where avail) FREE Streaming. FREE Install (up to 6 rooms) FREE HD-DVR 1-800-886-1897 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon and Associates at 1-800-450-7617 to start your application today!

Public Notices 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 Business Opportunity ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS: Do you want to reach over 2 million readers? Place your 25-word classified ad in over 130 newspapers throughout NJ for $560. Contact Peggy Arbitell 609-3597381 or visit www.njpa.org

Business Services A PLACE FOR MOM - The nation's largest senior living referral service. Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is FREE/no obligation. Call 1-800-813-2587 Financial Svcs: FINANCING - Fix & Flips, SFH 1-4 Units, Hard/Bridge loans, Stated income - NO doc Loans, Up to 90% Cost, 100% Rehab, Purchase-Refinance, MultiUnit, Mixed-Use, Commercial; 888-565-9477

Health Care

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

IF YOU USED THE BLOOD THINNER XARELTO, suffered internal bleeding, hemorrhaging, required hospitalization, or loved one died while taking Xarelto between 2011 to present, you may be entitled to compensation. Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1800-535-5727

FURNITURE - Queen sofa bed, desk with Hutch, sofa and love seat, chairs and lamps. By appointment only. Pictures available. 732-566-4508

Pets for Sale LOVE BIRDS FOR SALE 3 PAIR OF MATED LOVE BIRDS Asking $100 per pair. Please contact Ray at 908-359-5040 or 904-401-1927. The birds are proven mated pair

Sheraton-Hepplewhite Federal Secretary/Desk Vintage 1910s. Wood inlays and rare tambour doors. Appraised value $1,500 to $5,000. Your price $1,495. (609) 977-5844

Packet Media Group

Week of May 12th 2017

at your service

to advertise, call 609.924.3250 | Monday thru Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Want Customers to Call You? Advertise on this Page. Call 609-924-3250

• SHOWCASED • 00224995.0506.04x02.WilliamsonElec NJ Lic. 5174

Hopewell, NJ

Since 1960

Residential, Commercial, & Industrial Electrical Contractor All aspects of electrical construction and maintenance

Fire and burglar alarms • Bucket truck service to 45’ • Underground cable location, fault finding and repairs Electrical load studies • Dealer for Cummins Generators

From installs to troubleshooting and repairs We Do It All!

609-466-0124

Painting 4056867.0422.02x02.RJPaintingLLC.indd

Caregivers

Want Customers to Call You? Advertise on this Page. Call 609-924-3250

Electrical Services

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR since 1960 — nJ lic. 5174

Residential & CommeRCial Hands and Hands Home Care, LLC is happy to announce the many services that are now available to those in need. Our staff is professional as well as reliable. If you are in need of any of the following services, please call for an appointment. We will be happy to meet with you and discuss your needs. • Flexible Hourly Rates • Bathing/Dressing Assistance • Assistance to Special Needs • Grocery Shopping •Individuals • Meal Preparation & Delivery • Live-in Care • Errands • Friendly Companionship • House Cleaning • Medication Drop-off/Pick-up • And More... • Personal Care Assistance

all siZe JoBs — Call for ANY Wiring need!

00224548.0506.02x02.Allens.indd

Please contact Ms. Carleen Coates to schedule an appointment at

electrical Construction & maintenance installs * troubleshooting * Repairs Fire/Burglar alarm & teledata Wiring Bucket truck service to 45 ft. Underground Cable Fault Finding/Repair electrical load studies dealer for Cummins Generators

609 466-0124 4056757.0415.02x03.CifelliElec.indd

Hopewell, nJ

(609) 638-1449 Home Improv Spec 00267371.0428.02x03.RockBottom.indd

00267080.0428.02x02.BillsPainting.indd Serving All Areas

4056971.0429.02x02.GroutGeek.indd

Contractors

Carpentry 4056766.0415.02x02.ADGCarpentry.indd

All Your Local News Just A Click Away!

2014 Recipient of NJ Dept. Historical Preservation Award

News • Sports • Lifestyle • Entertainment Auto • Real Estate • Classified

Building Services 4056842.0422.02x02.Twomey.indd

609-466-2693

Home Repairs

609-216-1555 908-917-1755

732-873-6780 | www.rockbottomlandscaping.net

NTRY DET

Alterations • Additions • Old House Specialist Historic Restorations • Kitchens • Baths • Decks Donald R. Twomey

Princeton, NJ 08540