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Veteran to be grand marshal of Memorial Day festivities By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

An Air Force veteran who served in Vietnam will host this year’s Memorial Day parade and subsequent proceedings later this month. During the Hillsborough Township Committee meeting on May 9, officials named Ron Newsom as the 2017 Grand Marshal for the Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony and the honoree at the 12th annual Salute to Veterans Breakfast. According to event planners, Newsom will lead the Memorial Day Parade from its starting point at the intersection of Auten and Triangle Roads at 10:30 a.m. on

Saturday, May 27. From there, the parade will continue along Auten Road, onto New Amwell Road and then onto Beekman Lane, ultimately coming to an end at the Garden of Honor, located at the Peter J. Biondi Municipal Building. Once there, Newsom will be the featured speaker during the Garden of Honor Ceremony, which is slated to begin at 11:15 a.m. Committeeman Greg Burchette touted Newsom’s selection as an apt choice, given Newsom’s background. “What more fitting way to honor our veterans at the Salute to Veterans Breakfast, but to also

have them lead our parade and then finally having our Grand Marshal address the crowd during the Garden of Honor Ceremonies,” Committeeman Greg Burchette said. Officials said Newsom was a Buck Sergeant E4 in the Air Force, where he served as part of the 96th Combat Support Group in Vietnam. Once back home, he was stationed at Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas. Upon leaving the military, Newsom returned to his hometown of Memphis, Tenn. to attend the University of Memphis. Following his collegiate life, he got a job at Kraft Foods, where he spent the next three decades in various man-

agement positions. Now, as a retiree, Newsom has lived in Hillsborough for 25 years with his wife of nearly 50 years, Rose. The couple raised three children, DeLisa LaPolice, Matt Newsom and Shawna Guzy, who brought six grandchildren into the world. Officials said Newsom is also a former Grand Knight with the Somerville Knights of Columbus, a former president of the Hunterdon Barbershop Chorus, the president of Hearthstone at Hillsborough Active over 55 community and a current member of the Mary, Mother of God choir. All Hillsborough veterans are invited to participate in the Salute

to Veterans Breakfast and to lead Hillsborough’s Memorial Day Parade and Commemoration program. Registration is required for the breakfast and can be completed online at the township’s Parks and Recreation website, by calling the Parks and Recreation Department at 908-369-4832 or by completing the paper registration form. The day’s festivities will kick off during the breakfast at the municipal building starting at 7:30 a.m., followed by the paraden which will begin at 10:30 a.m. The ceremony at the Garden of Honor, at 11:15 a.m., will conclude the formal events for the day. The rain date is Sunday, May 28.

Alleged human traffickers of two teens arrested

By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

Two separate cases of human trafficking involving 16-year-old girls in Somerset County were recently brought to a close by detectives from the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office and local law enforcement agencies. Last Friday, Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives John W. Fodor and Chief of Police Matthew Donnelly of the Elkton, Maryland Police Department announced the arrests of Joneigh A. Tempro, 22, Brentwood, New York and Joshua M. Stewart, 28, of Bay Shore, New York for allegedly directing one of the girls to engage in prostitution throughout the county. Officials said they initially received information regarding the alleged activities last month. Detectives assigned to the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, along with detectives from the Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Unit initiated an investigation into the allegations, revealing that both Tempro and Stewart were knowingly promoting the 16-yearold for sexual activity with various clients in exchange for money. The identity of the girl and where in the county she was from is being withheld by investigators due to the fact that she is a minor. On May 10, detectives from the county, along with officials from the Elkton Police Department responded to a residence in Elkton, Maryland that had been identified by the FBI as the location where Tempro and Stewart were staying. At approximately 11 a.m., Robertson said the two men were

Danielle Belford

Joneigh A. Tempro

Joshua M. Stewart

arrested without incident. A search of the home reportedly yielded numerous items related to the investigation. Both men were charged with first degree promoting prostitution involving a child under the age of 18 and first degree human traf-

ficking promoting a child under the age of 18 to engage in sexual activity. Tempro and Stewart were taken to the Cecil County Detention Center in Elkton, Maryland pending extradition back to New Jersey.

On Tuesday, the prosecutor’s office also announced the arrest of Danielle Belford, 20, of Branchburg Township for allegedly engaging in prostitution and making arrangements to use another 16year-old girl in prostitution. According to officials the in-

vestigation began when the prosecutor’s office received a tip regarding Belford’s alleged activities on Thursday, May 11. Detectives from the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Unit, the Major Crimes Unit, and the Hillsborough Police Department conducted the subsequent investigation, determining that Belford was allegedly advertising prostitution services from herself and the 16-year-old. The following day on May 12, an undercover detective with the prosecutor’s office contacted Belford through her online advertisement and made arrangements to meet with her. During the meeting, she allegedly negotiated with

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Flanked by enthusiastic skateboarders, Deputy Mayor Gloria McCauley was on hand at the Ann Van Middlesworth Park last Saturday to cut the ceremonial ribbon, officially reopening the park after renovations completed earlier this year.

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Officials reopen skate park at AVM park By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

Skateboarders in Hillsborough Township and the surrounding area once again have an in-town location to ride, as officials recently celebrated the reopening of the skate park at Ann Van Middlesworth Park. Deputy Mayor Gloria McCauley and Committeeman Frank DelCore, along with more than a dozen of local skaters, were at the

park on Pleasant View Road last Saturday for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly renovated park. Last summer, officials approved funding for the park’s renovations by the Connecticut based company, Rampage Skate Park Equipment following an open request for bids. Among the changes made to the skate park were the installation of a “state-of-the-art concrete skate bowl and ramp,” along with

a new bike ramp. Officials chose Rampage, because its estimated costs were not to exceed $49,800, while American Ramp Company submitted a $98,000 price tag for the project. “Funding for the renovations came through capital planning recommendations and investing in our parks is a priority of the township making it one of the best places to live in America,” McCauley said. The skatepark is one of 19

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CALENDAR Proud to be an American Day

Thurs. May 25 - For the third year, Ed Graf, a Social Studies Instructor at Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School, has put together an event titled Proud to be an American Day. Proud to be an American Day will be held on May 25, with events beginning at 8:30 a.m. The purpose for the day is to teach students the importance of honoring our veterans and the reasons we celebrate Memorial Day. In an effort to expand the event county-wide, invitations have been sent to all high schools within Somerset County. Following the events, a luncheon will be held for all of the attending veterans, honorees and their families. For more information contact James Strickhart at 908526 -8900, x7169 or jstrickhart@scvts.net.

Memorial Day Breakfast and Parade

Sat. May 27 - Each year the Hillsborough community comes together to honor the service and sacrifice of all Veterans during the Annual Salute to Veterans Breakfast, Memorial Day Parade and Garden of Honor Commemoration Program. The breakfast begins at 7:30 a.m. and is held rain or shine. The parade begins at 10:30 am and the rain date for the Parade and Garden of Honor Ceremony is Sunday, May 28. Veterans can register for the Breakfast by either calling the Recreation Department or visiting their website and follow the

“Register for Activities” link on their homepage. Non-profit Community organizations wishing to participate in the parade are invited to sign up online through the Parks and Recreation website as well.

Meet the Democrats Thurs. June 1 - Meet Jane Staats and Harry Burke, Democratic candidates for Hillsborough Township Committee during an evening of Music and Politics in the Barn. The event will take place from 6-9 p.m. at the beautifully restored Cashel Farm Barn, located at 145 Wertsville Road. Refreshments and appetizers will be available, as James Popik plays live music. Attendees can also participate in a silent auction. County and Assembly candidates will also be present. Suggested donation to attend is $55 per person and $80 per couple, though all amounts welcome. For more info, visit borodems.org and “Staats and Burke for Hillsborough” on Facebook. Questions and RSVPs can be sent to info@borodemsorg.

Annual Green Fair Sat. June 3 - The Annual Green Living and Wellness Fair, which will be held rain or shine, is from 9 a.m. until 12 noon at the Peter J. Biondi Municipal Building on Saturday, June 3. Participating local businesses will have informative presentations, displays and demonstrations to raise awareness of the many facets of living a healthy lifestyle, including making sound nutritional choices, making long-term life plan-

ning decisions, choosing a green lifestyle as well as many health screenings. There will be a poster contest open to all school aged Hillsborough residents to design a “Living Green” themed poster. Submitted posters should communicate a positive message on the benefits of living a Green Lifestyle, on an 8 Â½” x 11” size paper. Please include name, address, home phone number, age, grade and school on the back of the poster. Posters must be submitted to the Administration Office by Friday, June 2 at 4:00 p.m. for consideration for the contest. All participants will receive a certificate of participation from Mayor Suraci and finalist prizes will be presented at a future Township Committee meeting. Those organizations wishing to participate in the fair must register in advance by calling the Health Department at 908-369-5652. To register to participate in the YMCA Hop 5K, please visit the YMCA’s website at http://www.somersetcountyymca.org/giving/hillsborough-ymca-hop5k.

Flea Market by Chapter A Seniors Sat., June 10 - Senior Citizens Chapter A will sponsor an Indoor Flea Market at the Hillsborough Municipal Building 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All vendors are welcome; spaces are non-refundable. Reserve a table for $20. For more information, call Amy 908-9044877 .

Neshanic Garden Club meeting Thurs. June 15 - The Neshanic Garden Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, June 15, at the Montgomery United Methodist Church, 117 Sunset Road in Skillman. The program this month is entitled Sensible Science for Maintaining a Healthy Landscape, presented by Forestry expert, Dr. Neil Hendrickson from Bartlett Tree Research Lab. Come to the light luncheon at 12 p.m. Prospective members are encouraged to attend. For further information about club meetings, please contact club president Marion Nation at 908359-6317. For more information regarding the club, visit neshanicgardenclub.org and like the group on Facebook.

Har Sinai Temple Women’s Red Tent Shabbat Fri. June 16 - The Har Sinai Temple will hold an outdoor shabbat service for its female members from 5:15-8:30 p.m. on Friday, June 16. Attendees will meet at Baldpate Mountain parking lot, at the Fiddler’s Creek Road entrance in Titusville, for a picnic dinner under the red tent. After dinner, there will be a 30 minute walk up the mountain for shabbat service, after which there will be a walk back down the mountain for Oneg. Attendees are urged to wear comfortable shoes, a jacket and to bring a folding chair or blanket. Entry will be $12 for members and $20 for non-

members. To RSVP, e-mail hstsisco@yahoo.com. For weather related questions, call the Har Sinai Temple at 609-730-8100.

Summer Basketball Camp The Dan Schantz Basketball Camp has announced the camp dates for this summer. Once again, the camp will be held at Mary, Mother of God, in Hillsborough. The camp, in its eleventh season, will be directed by Dan Schantz, former Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach at St. Patrick High School in Elizabeth. There will be three sessions offered this summer: Week #1: June 26th 30th, is open to girls in grades 5 through 8 (as of September 2017) Week #2: July 10th 14th, is open to boys in grades 5 through 8 Week #3: July 24th 28th, is open to boys in grades 5 through 8 This camp will focus on the fundamentals of basketball and will include contests, games, prizes, lectures and drills. All campers will participate in three full court games per day and receive a camp T-shirt. For a camp brochure, or more information, please contact Dan Schantz at s c h a n t z b b a l l camp@gmail.com, or call 908-334-3771.

Continuing events Pop warner: Calling all 5-7 year olds. Hillsborough Dukes Pop Warner are offering free Flag Football registration to first time players. We are offering an instructional and safe environment with fun training activities to teach core

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skills. Every child plays every game and the Dukes are the only organization that requires coaches to be USA Football Heads Up Certified. There are no tryouts or team drafting. Visit register.hillsboroughdukes.com to register. Use Promo Code: newfamily. Offer expires on June 30 and a refundable work bond is required at time of sign up. For any questions, contact football@hillsboroughdukes.com. VFW meetings: Monthly meetings of Hillsborough VFW Post 8371 are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the county nutrition center, 339 South Branch Road. The post’s mission is to honor and help other veterans. All veterans with foreign service are welcome. For information about activities, contact Ron Miller at 908-369-5195. Coping with addiction: Parents of Addicted Children helps parents understand and cope with drug problems they are facing, and will face, with their children. Meets first and third Monday of month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Neshanic Reformed Church, 715 Amwell Road. Alzheimer’s support group: The Alzheimer’s Association has a support group in Hillsborough. Family members and caregivers come together to share information and support in a safe, confidential atmosphere. Meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Brookdale Hillsborough, 600 Auten Road. Call 908-431-1300. Mothers of Preschoolers: MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Fridays at the Fellowship Bible Church building, 109 New Amwell Road. The group says it meets to “laugh, cry and embrace the journey of motherhood.” Sponsored by Crossroads Community Church, it hears speakers, has a craft or project and lots of conversation and refreshment. Child care is provided. For information, see www.crossroadsnj.org/MOP S. Registration fee is required. Divorce support group: A nondenominational support group to help separated and divorced people to a new See CALENDAR, Page 3A

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POLICE BLOTTER

The Hillsborough Township Police Department reported the following incidents from March 1 to April 1, 2017. The charges are no more than an accusation and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;An 18-year-old woman from Belle Mead was taken into police custody on Wed. April 5 and charged with possession of marijuana. According to police, the woman was stopped in her vehicle on Amwell Road by a member of the Hillsborough Township Police Department. She was also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled dangerous substance and failure to exhibit a valid insurance card. She was processed and released pending a court appearance. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;A 39-year-old man from Flemington was arrested for driving while intoxicated on Sun. April 16 after he was stopped in his vehicle on Amwell Road. Police said the manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blood alcohol

limit exceeded the legal limit. He was also charged with possession of an open container of alcohol in a vehicle, failure to maintain lane and failure to give way to overtaking traffic. He was processed and released pending a court appearance. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;A 31-year-old Hillsborough woman was charged with hindering apprehension on Sun. April 30 after she was stopped in

Officials said the woman provided false identification to the police in order Local teen and Eagle Scout Maxavier Steimel was recognized by the Township Council earlier this month for completing and donating a retired American flag bin. to avoid being charged for driving with a suspended driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. She was also charged for several traffic violations.

beginning. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Hillsborough Presbyterian Church, Route 206 at Homestead Road. Call 908-295-6740. Catholic divorcee program: The Mary, Mother of God Church, on Triangle Road, are offering a ministry for divorced men and women in the area. Hosted by Deacon Jake

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She was processed and released pendthe detective for a sexual act involving herself and the teen. Belford was subsequently placed under arrest and taken into custody by the prosecuerofgod.org. Swim lessons at HRC: torâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office and the Hillsborough Police Department.

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and Mary McCormick, the 12-session program will feature 30-minute films each week based on the teachings of the Catholic church. The program is open to anyone. Meetings will be held Monday evenings on the following dates: 1/9, 1/23, 2/13, 2/27 and 3/13. There is a $15 entry fee. For more details, contact Deacon Jake and Mary McCormick at 908-9478665 or deaconjake@marymoth-

The Swim Academy at HRC, located at 30 Brower Lane, Hillsborough, is offering swim lessons for all ages and levels. Call HRC Fitness at 908-359-3600 to register or visit www.hrcfitness.com for class schedules. Send items to amartins@centraljersey.co m or fax to 609-924-3842. For details, call 609-8742163.

She was charged with third degree endangering the welfare of a child and fourth degree promoting prostitution by procuring a prostitute for a patron. Belford was released on her own recognizance, while the 16-year-old girl was turned over to the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency.

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The Hillsborough Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedule is as follows: Monday through Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday: 1-5 p.m. Starting this year, the Hillsborough library will be open on Sundays, 1-5 p.m. throughout the year except for the following dates: May 14, May 28, June 18, Sept. 3. The library is looking for reliable teen volunteers to help out at various programs. Community service hours will be awarded to all volunteers at the end of the school year for their attendance and space is limited. Volunteer Opportunity: Reading Buddy - May 20, 1:50-4 p.m. Volunteer Opportunity: Reading Buddy - May 27, 1:50-4 p.m. Through the end of May, view the collections of Hester Auletta and Wenting Hou. Visit SCLSNJ.org or call 908-369-2200 for information or to register. Program dates and times are subject to change. All programs are free and registration is required unless otherwise indicated. Special events â&#x20AC;˘ Hillsborough High School Club Fair - Curious about the clubs offered at the Hillsborough High School? Stop by our fourth Annual HHS Club Fair. This is the perfect opportunity to explore new clubs and talk to HHS stu-

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dents about why they love their groups. There will be informative flyers, activities and door prize raffles. Great for HHS students wanting to branch out and for HMS students looking toward the future. Best for Grades 712, families are welcome to attend. Sat. June 3, 1-3 p.m. Adult programs (registration required): â&#x20AC;˘ English Conversation Group - Practice speaking English in a friendly setting. Basic English skills required. Hosted by Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County. Mon. May 22 at 7-8:30 p.m.; Wed. May 24 and 31 at 10-11:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Evening Movie - â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fences,â&#x20AC;? starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis. (PG13) Fri. May 19, 7-9:15 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Afternoon Movie - â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Time for Sergeantsâ&#x20AC;? starring Andy Griffith, Myron McCormick and Don Knotts. Originally released in 1958. Fri. May 26, 1-3 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Suspense with Susieâ&#x20AC;? Book Discussion - â&#x20AC;&#x153;Finding Jakeâ&#x20AC;? by Bryan Reardon. Tues. May 30, 7-8:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Ballroom Basics with Arthur Murray - Have fun learning to dance. Danila and Nuria Kartashov from Arthur Murray Dance Center of Hillsborough will teach you how to Foxtrot, Rumba and Merengue. This class is designed to introduce beginners to Ballroom. No partner is needed. Please wear smooth-soled shoes. Wed. May 31, 7-8:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Awesome Awful Art - Inspired by the Bad Art Museum, you are invited to ignore the art world rules and create a mixed media art piece that reflects your personal muse. No experience necessary. All materials supplied. Expertise provided by Tina Rear of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scrap U and Artistry Too.â&#x20AC;? Thurs. June 1, 7-8:30 p.m. Youth programs (registration required): â&#x20AC;˘ First Roots Music (Newborn to 3 years) - Ms. Jenni, a Kindermusik educator and owner of First Roots Music Studio, will present an entertaining music class that helps your child develop language, literacy, social and listening skills in a fun, nurturing, family-friendly setting. Mon. May 22, 10-10:45 a.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Kidz Art Zone (Grades K-4) - Budding artists can have fun creating masterpieces with their friends. This program: Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Flowers With Mixed Media. Wed. May 24, 4-4:45 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Everything You Need to Know About the NEW SAT, NEW College Application, ACT Exam and Entire College Process (Parents/Caregivers and Grades 9-12) Presented by Susan Alaimo, founder and director of S.A.T. Smart. This presentation will cover: early steps of college prep, PSAT/SAT/ACT test prep, how to effectively choose colleges, strategies to increase your chances for acceptance, scholarships and financial aid, and an open-ended Q&A session. Wed. May 24, 7-8:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ College Panel Q&A (Grades 9-12) - Current college students will discuss everything from what you actually need to bring to college, to the pros and cons of pledging fraternities/sororities, to advice they wish they knew before they got to college. Afterwards, teens will have

the opportunity to ask questions of their own. Thurs. May 25, 7-8 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Special Storytime: Just Dance! (Ages 2-6) - Join us for stories and activities. Fri. May 26, 10-10:45a.m.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Toddler Time (18-36 months) - Introduce the pleasure of books to your child with stories, songs and more. Tues. May 30, 9:30-10 a.m.

â&#x20AC;˘ Rhyme Time (Newborn-24 months) - Build brain

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kindergarten child get ready to read. Enjoy stories to-

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day through Thursday: 6-8 p.m. Program Closed: April 11-13, April 27 Homework Help Center - Kids who need homework assistance can meet with a teen volunteer after school

for help on a variety of subjects. Grades 3-12. Monday and Thursday: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 4:30-8:30 p.m. Program Closed: March 20-23, April 10-13, April 27 Divide & Conquer with Cassie - A 100 percent free math tutoring service at the Hillsborough Public Library,

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School. Math tutoring will be offered in half-hour slots for students in grades 1-8 and in math classes up to Algebra I. Limit 2 sessions per month. Mondays &

Wednesdays: 4-6 p.m. Program Closed: May 29. Program ends on June 1

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HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR CORNER CHAPTER A

At our June 1 meeting, Shawn Lubitz of Affinity Federal Credit Union will discuss the Shop Hillsborough Credit Card. He will present how to get the card and how property tax credit will be applied. At our July 6 meeting there will be Intergenerational Bingo where 30 Day Camp kids age 5 to 10 years will play Bingo with us. Rotary Club will prepare lunch boxes. Trips & Programs

Fri. May 26 - Pizza and a movie: “No Time for Sergeants.” Pizza at noon in Senior Activity Room. $5. Movie at 1 p.m. Sat., June 10 - Indoor Flea Market, sponsored by Chapter A, will be held at the Hillsborough Municipal Building. All vendors are welcome; spaces are non-refundable. Reserve at table for $20 or for more information call Amy 908-904-4822. Tues. June 13 - Book Club will meet at 2 p.m. in the Senior Activity Room. Attendees will share a report of their latest reading. Wed., June 21 to Fri., June 23 - Finger Lakes bus trip with two nights stay in Auburn, NY. The trip includes visits to the Corning Museum of Glass, a guided tour of the Rose Hill Mansion, tour and lunch at New York Wine & Culinary Center, a tour and tasting at Casa Larga Vineyards, and a cruise of Lake Skaneateles. The trip’s cost is $443 for triple occupancy, $483 for double occupancy and $603 for single occupancy; plus optional insurance. Reservations require a $300 deposit, with final payment due on May 4. Depart Hillsborough Municipal Building 8 a.m. For information on any of our upcoming trips, call Diana Reinhardt at 908-369-4362. News & Notes

All Hillsborough seniors age 60 and older are invited to join Chapter A. Younger spouses of seniors are also eligible for membership. Dues are $5 a year and new members may join at any meeting. Call Dorrie Guarniero at 908-3348091 with questions. General meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month unless otherwise announced. Executive Board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted. On meeting days, doors open at 11:30 a.m., allowing time to review upcoming events and make reservations. Refreshments are available when doors open and after the meeting. Help our Food Bank by bringing an item to each meeting. The suggestion box is available at each meeting. Visit us at www.HillsboroughSeniorsChapterA.webs.com. — Gene Reinhardt Publicity Chairperson

CHAPTER B

The monthly meeting will be held June 8 for the summer luncheon. The doors will open at 10:30 a.m. for members to buy tickets for future trips and other events. The luncheon/meeting will start at noon. Tickets for all special events will only be sold at monthly meetings before the event. They include the following: spring luncheon, June celebration, June anniversary (every five years), fall luncheon and holiday party. Meeting attendees can bring a bag lunch if they would like, since coffee and tea are provided. New members are welcome. The next bingo will be held on June 15. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Cost of $3 for one double card or $5 for two and includes lunch with two hot dogs, chips, drink and a dessert, along with prizes and surprises.

If you have a new email address or want to be added to Club B’s email list, see Ralph Fariello at the next meeting. Activities and Trips June 19-22: Coastal Maine and Boston Tall Ships. $723 for double occupancy, $939 for single Occupancy, four days, three nights, six meals included, two with lobster. Partial payments due now. July 26: Bushkill Falls, Penn. Lunch and entertainment, including a showing of “Cabaret.” Many activities will also be part of the docket, including access to the fitness center, bingo, horseshoes and more. Beer, wine and soda will be served for the family style luncheon. Tickets are $80 and will be available at the May meeting. If you want to bring a friend on any overnight trip, they do not have to be a club member. If any trips are sold out, you may call to add your name to a waiting list. On all trips, you should bring photo ID and health insurance card(s). Community Events Keep in mind the township’s Mr. Fix-It program, run by the Social Services Department. Minor home repairs can be arranged on Wednesdays between 8 and 11 a.m. for Hillsborough seniors 60 and older. Call 908-369-3880 for details. Free exercise classes for all ability levels are available to all Hillsborough seniors in the municipal building Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for 45 minutes — right where we hold our meetings. Certified instructors lead classes. Free transportation is available. Call 908-369-3880 for details. — Chickie Haines Call 908-874-3231 SENIOR ROOM In the Senior Activity Room, shuffleboard, pool table, darts and ping pong are available for all Hillsborough seniors to use in the first and largest area. Cards and games are played in the middle area. Computers are in the third area for your use and enjoyment. Monday: Knitting, crocheting and needlepoint from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday: Bridge, pinochle and other card games Wednesday: Mah jongg from noon to 4 p.m. Canasta from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday: Bridge from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday: Mah jongg from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER Adults age 60 and older are invited to visit the countyoperated Hillsborough Senior Center at 339 South Branch Road. The center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. All programs begin at 11 a.m. unless otherwise noted. Its phone is 908-369-8700. Fit & Flex with Rose every Tuesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. This free weekly exercise program changes frequently and is suitable for all. Included are stretches, strength training, laugh yoga, breathing exercises and more. From 12:30-2 p.m. on Tuesdays, the Healthy Bones Exercise Class, a peer-led, 24-week exercise and education program, will be held for individuals at risk or who have osteoporosis. Exercises focus on balance, strength, flexibility and posture. Advanced registration is required, as well as a doctor’s note, prior to the first class and then once every year. For a new participant, the price is $45, which will include ankle weights, a participant manual and the class fee. If ankle weights are not needed, the price is $15. Enjoy lunch for a suggested donation of $1.50 or more. (Price for guests under 60 is $5.35). Call 908-369-8700 before 10:30 a.m. the day before to make a lunch reservation.

MANVILLE SENIOR CORNER

The Manville Senior Citizens meet at noon on the second Thursday of each month at the VFW on Washington Avenue. The next meeting will be on Thursday, June 8. Tickets for the July 12 picnic will be on sale. Cost is $10 for members and $20 for guests. Membership is open to anyone age 50 and older, residents and non-residents.Registration for recreation department exercise activities for seniors can be done at the library as well as the recreation department. Just pay at the facility when you register. All classes are at the Community Room in the Library. Senior chair yoga with Carrie is scheduled on Fridays at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. from April 7 to June 30. Fee is $20. Senior chair aerobics classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. from April 3 to June 28. Fee is $15. Senior low-impact chair aerobics are on Tuesdays at 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. from April 4 to June 27. Fee is $7.50. Senior Zumba Gold classes will be held on Thursdays at 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. from April 6 to June 29. Fee is $7.50. Movie and a buffet will continue on announced dates. Canned goods or nonperishable food items will continue to be collected before each meeting. Remember to bring

Center schedule:

May 19 - “Ask the Nurse” by Steve Majewski, Senior

Helpers, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Do you always feel like you

never have enough time to get all your questions answered

when visiting the doctor? Join Senior Helpers for our annual Ask the Nurse program. Bring your questions and join our group discussion. May 19 & 26 - Horseshoe and Bocce Ball Club, 9:30

a.m. Enjoy time outside while being part of our Horseshoe

and Bocce Ball Clubs. Great for all ability levels; instruction will be available. (Weather Permitting) May 22 - Scrabble Friends, 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a friendly game of scrabble; with sufficient interest, we may plan op-

portunities for members to compete with other area scrabble clubs. May 22 - Canasta Card Club, 12:30 - 2:45 p.m. Although

many variations exist for two, three, five or six players, it is

most commonly played by four in two partnerships with two

standard decks of cards. Players attempt to make melds of

seven cards of the same rank and “go out” by playing all cards in their hand. May 22 - May Jeopardy. Challenge yourself in this

mind-stimulating morning of jeopardy celebrating all things May.

May 23 & 30 - Trivia Time, 10:15 a.m. Did you know

that solving puzzles or challenging yourself with new, mindstretching exercises can stimulate the brain and enhance your critical thinking processes? Join us for some mind-tingling brain stumpers and a fun-filled intellectual workout.

May 24 & 31 - Mahjong Club, 12:30 - 3 p.m. Have you

always wanted to learn how to play mahjong or are you fa-

miliar with the game but just in need of fellow players? Lessons and refreshers are available. Please call (908) 369-8700 for more information.

May 24 - “Preventing Medication Errors” by the Visiting Angels, 10:45 a.m. A National Institute of Health study found that 40% of older adults aged 65 and older take five or more prescription medications and 90% take at least one

prescription. The same study found that as many as 55% of

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May 25 -”Who Am I?” 10:15 a.m. Ask clever questions

while exercising your mental abilities to determine the iden-

tity of famous historians, celebrities, authors and public figures.

May 25 - Puzzle Club, 10 a.m. Strike up conversation, make new friends and enjoy assembling puzzles together. May 26 - Bingo Bonanza, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Bingo is

more than just an exciting activity. Researchers found that

playing Bingo has multiple benefits. It promotes socializa-

tion, strengthens hand-eye coordination, and takes concen-

tration-which improves listening and short term memory one item per member to help stock the Food Bank. The executive board will continue to hold its meetings skills. on the Thursday prior to the regular meeting. Legal Notices Recreation events LEGAL NOTICE Atlantic City — The bus normally leaves at 9 a.m. from Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: the VFW parking lot the third Wednesday of each month ORDINANCE 2017-03 for Caesar’s. The next trip to Atlantic City will be WednesAn Ordinance titled, day, June 21. The cost is $35, of which $30 will be returned. “An Ordinance authorizing acceptance of Porous Pavement Maintenance Easements for the properties identified of the tax map of the Wednesday, June 14 — Doolan’s Spring Lake Rock and Township of Hillsborough as Block 142, Lots 28 and 29” Roll Show. Cost is $76. Three entree are available. Must was introduced at a Meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough, of Somerset, State of New Jersey held on April 11, 2017 and was passed and give your choice when making your reservation. Contact County approved by the said Township Committee at a regular and duly convened meeting held on May 9, 2017. Josephine Pschar at 908-722-0156. Borek Thursday, June 29 — Trip to the Sands Casino in Beth- Pamela Hillsborough Township Clerk lehem, Penn. The bus leaves from the Manville VFW at 10 HB, 1x, 5/19/17 Fee: $19.53 a.m. The cost is $30, with $20 back and $5 for food. ConLEGAL NOTICE tact Josephine Pschar at 908-722-0156. Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: Sunday, September 10 to Wednesday, September 13 — ORDINANCE 2017-05 Trip to Lake George. Tour Lake George, visit Adirondack An Ordinance titled, Winery, Saratoga Springs and much more. Cost is $585 for “An Ordinance authorizing acceptance of Dedications and Easements from Country Classics IV Limited Liability Company, for Country Classics in the double and $745 for single. Contact Kathy Petrone at 908Millstone Valley - 1 Phase 4A. ” 526-2948 for reservations. This Ordinance will be further considered for final passage by the Township Committee at the Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey at a meeting Wednesday, December 5 — A Slice of Brooklyn: being held on June 13, 2017, at 7:30 PM or at any time and place to which such meeting may be adjourned. All persons interested in the Ordinance may obtain a copy from the Christmas Lights Tour and luncheon at Chimney Rock Inn. Office of the Township Clerk located in the municipal complex between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., at no cost, and persons interested in the Ordinance may appear at the Cost is $90. Reservations can be made with Jo Pschar at hearing and will be given the opportunity to be heard concerning this Ordinance. Pamela Borek 908-722-0156. Hillsborough Township Clerk — Gerry Klimowich HB, 1x, 5/19/17 Fee: $22.32

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NOTICE OF DECISION HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP PLANNING BOARD

The Hillsborough Township Planning Board held a public meeting on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Courtroom of the Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex, at which time the following Resolutions were memorialized:

Danielle LEVATINO - File 16-PB-13-MRV – Applicant GRANTED Minor Subdivision Approval and ‘c bulk variance for relief from minimum lot width at setback (Proposed Lots A (new lot) and B (remainder lot)); and preexisting nonconforming side yard setback for Lot B; to subdivide 2.62 acres into two lots, on Property known as Block 205.05, Lot 45 on the Hillsborough Township Tax Maps, located at 621 Hillsborough Road, in the R, Residential Zoning District, with conditions.

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Neil and Barbara VAN CLEEF / HRC Associates, LLC - File 16-PB-17-SRV - Applicant GRANTED Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan Approval; ‘c’ bulk variances for relief from maximum front yard setback (Lot 34.01); maximum height for existing structure (Lot 34.01); minimum buffers (Lots 145 and 34.01); maximum foot print of (new) building (Lot 145); and parking waivers, sign waiver and design waivers; to construct a new two-story, freestanding fitness building with office space on Brower Lane (Lot 34.01); construct an addition to existing office building (Lot 34.01); construct a one-story addition on the Brower Lane side of the existing health club / fitness center (Lot 145), and revise parking and circulation throughout the site, on Property known as Block 199, Lots 34.01 and 145 on the Hillsborough Township Tax Maps, located at 30-40 Brower Lane, in the GC, Gateway C Zoning District, and in the ASD Overlay Zone, with conditions.

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COLLEGE CONNECTION By Susan Alaimo

Where to go and what to do to ‘follow the money’

The top two cities for job seekers this year are Miami and Orlando, Florida. That’s according to the latest report by the career site Indeed. While the U.S. unemployment rate is at a nearrecord low, some cities have brighter prospects than others. Indeed considered the 50 metropolitan areas with the greatest number of job postings, and evaluated them on four factors: work/life balance, salary compared to cost of living, job availability and job security. The vast majority of the

25 “best places” for job seekers, according to Indeed, are warm weather cities. Two additional Florida cities made the list: Jacksonville and Tampa. So, too, did six California cities: Sacramento, San Jose, San Diego, San Francisco, Riverside and Los Angeles. Raleigh and Charlotte, NC, Memphis, TN, Las Vegas, NV, Atlanta, GA, and the Texas cities of Austin, Houston, and San Antonio were also recommended for their great job prospects. Good news for the grad-

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uating Class of 2017 is that the average starting pay for new college grads is historically high — hovering about $50,000. Of course, the salaries college graduates can expect is largely dependent on their field of study. Jobs in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) fields have starting salaries that are well above the average. Topping the pay scale are software developers, engineers, and actuaries. Additional fields with high starting salaries are physicians in all specialties,

lawyers, pharmacists, and financial managers. At the lower end of the pay spectrum for college graduates are jobs in animal science, social work, culinary arts, and parks, recreation and leisure studies. Students who have not yet chosen their path of higher education would do well to take these “statistics” into consideration. If a future career in the Sun Belt is appealing, the easiest route is often to attend a college or university in a warm weather city with great job prospects. Students frequently convert

college internships into full time jobs. College students also develop lifelong friends, and prospective job contacts, during their college days so it’s not a bad idea to start out in a city where you would like to stay. Likewise, students should certainly take their talents and interests into consideration when choosing a college major. But they should also be well aware of the type of jobs and salaries - that lie ahead for graduates in the field. By researching, and thinking things through,

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Socializing with nature in the Garden State

Americans appear to have a mixed relationship with the outdoors.” On one hand, most people say that nature is one of their most enjoyable interests. But on the other, they don’t spend much time outdoors. The gap between interest in nature and the amount of time actually spent in natural settings is explored in a fascinating new study, “The Nature of Americans.” The study’s authors surveyed nearly 12,000 adults and children to identify barriers that keep people from going outside, and find ways to overcome them. According to the study, Americans of all ages understand the tremendous benefits nature provides. “The vast majority of adult Americans surveyed reported that nature is highly important for their physical health and emotional outlook,” the report said. “Most noted that certain smells and sounds of nature bring to mind some of their happiest memories, that being in nature provides

a sense of peace, and that being in nature helps to give meaning and purpose to their lives.” The same applies to children. Youngsters in the age 8-12 range said contact with nature “made them happier and healthier and deepened their relationships — in short, that exposure to nature promoted their physical, psychological, and social well-being.” Their parents agreed. But the majority of adults spend only five or fewer hours a week outside. The number was slightly higher for kids ages 8-12, who spent an average of 6.5 hours a week outdoors. But the same youngsters spent more than double that amount of time indoors on computers, televisions and electronic devices. So why doesn’t a love of nature translate into more time outdoors? Here’s what the study found:• The places where many people live, work, and go to school make it difficult for them to have contact with the natu-

ral world; • Most people have competing priorities for time, attention and money; • Most Americans no longer directly depend on the natural world for their livelihoods and subsistence, and thus don’t spend work hours outdoors; • New technologies, especially electronic media, keep people indoors; • Many people are uncomfortable being outdoors alone and lack social support, such as friends to accompany and encourage them. Many children are kept indoors by a lack of available adult supervision. One interesting recommendation is to encourage outdoor groups to work on changing perceptions about nature. As it turns out, many adults perceive nature as something remote and inaccessible - like a national park or wilderness far from home. People might go outside more often, the study theorized, if they saw that smaller parks in their neighborhoods can provide highquality nature experiences.

CAMPUS CORNER Alyssa Giarrusso, of Hillsborough, was honored April 20 at Ohio Wesleyan University’s 13th annual Dale J. Bruce Scholar-Athlete Awards Dinner. The celebration recognized Battling Bishop athletes from Ohio Wesleyan’s 23 varsity sports for their academic and athletic successes during the 2016-2017 school year. Giarrusso earned the Top Fifty Academic Award. She competed in Battling Bishop Women’s Soccer. —In front of a large crowd in Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall on a Saturday night in New York City, Ithaca College music students performed a special concert on the same stage where such famed artists as Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman and Joshua Bell have played. Titled “The Exquisite Hour: Music of

Although the study is detailed, the takeaway is simple: People don’t need to be sold on the value of nature. They already like it. But making nature experiences less solitary and more social can be key to enticing more people outside. So take action now! Find a neighborhood park and invite your family and friends along to explore. To find parks in your community, go to www.jerseyfamilyfun.com/new-je rsey-parksplaygrounds/. For a list of state parks and forests, go towww.state.nj.us/dep/parks a n d f o rests/parks/parkindex.html. “The Nature of Americans” was prepared by a public-private collaborative, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, Wildlife Management Institute,

Love and Rapture,” the April 29 performance featured the Ithaca College Choir, Chamber Orchestra and Symphony Orchestra. Wren Murray and Christian DeFreese, both of Hillsborough, performed in the concert. —Josselyn Geyer, of Hillsborough, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Geyer was initiated at Elon University. —Matthew Yoder, of Hillsborough, graduated from York College of Pennsylvania on May 13. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History.

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Power and Humanity McCarter finishes its season with ‘Intimate Apparel’ Photos by T. Charles Erickson

By Bob Brown

or its final play of the 2016-17 season, Princeton’s McCarter Theatre offers a gem. Lynn Nottage’s play about the unremarked lives of New York’s humblest, circa 1905, strikes all the right notes. “Intimate Apparel” weaves threads of varied colors into a complex fabric whose sheen flashes and fades with the hopes and disappointments of its people. Jade King Carroll’s brilliant direction evokes a perfect balance of characters and situations. You’re always on the edge, never knowing what’s next. The play’s main character, Esther (Quincy Tyler Bernstine), is a plain-Jane seamstress pushing 35 who scrapes out a living in a lower-Manhattan tenement. Bernstine gives a heart-rending performance as a woman of color who is exceedingly modest and self-deprecating. Certain that her homeliness will never win a suitor, she’s resigned to a solitary life creating fancy undergarments for prosperous ladies whom nature has favored more. A case in point is Mrs. Van Buren (Kate MacCluggage): white, privileged and fetching in a very pretty undergarment that highlights Esther’s skilled handiwork. The two seem worlds apart: Esther shy and deferential, Van Buren bold and confident — or so it seems. The two actually share a special loneliness that reveals itself in the second act. Esther’s landlady, Mrs. Dickson (Jessica Frances Dukes) has had her own experience with men and marriage. She’s a booster who’s constantly bucking up her most-enduring tenant, 17 years and counting. But it’s not until Esther receives a letter from a stranger in Panama that she begins to think her life might take a turn. George (Galen Kane) labors long, hot days, digging the world’s biggest ditch between two oceans. He, too, is lonely and longs for companionship. His writing is plaintive and poetic. He seems a gentle, Christian man, someone who just might be right for Esther — although

she has to take that on faith. Being illiterate, she asks Mrs. Van Buren to read George’s letters, and to respond on her behalf. It’s a task her white friend takes on with relish. Before you know it, Esther has agreed to marry George, sight unseen. One of the play’s more humorous scenes is the wedding night as two strangers fumble for the right moves. Esther breaks the awkwardness to give George a special gift — a gorgeous, red-silk jacket she has tailored from embroidered Japanese fabric. The silk cloth was a special purchase from her regular supplier, Mr. Marks (Tasso Feldman), an East-European Orthodox Jew. The Esther-Marks relationship is very deftly portrayed by Berstine and Feldman. It has a subtle romantic undertone that is always on the verge of breaking out into the open. The two share a love for fine fabrics and a respect for godly values that binds them closer than any other characters — despite their racial and ethnic differences. Their actions are guided by firm values. Esther’s piano-playing friend Mayme (Jessica Frances Dukes) has come to the city with the same aspirations as Esther, although her body is her ticket to financial security. She’s brassy and sassy and grabs life in a way Esther fears. The two women share stories and confidences, a lot more than Esther can imagine. Ironically, although they are cut from the same cloth, their lives take very different shapes. And what ties it all together is the fateful Japanese jacket. This play is so seamlessly crafted and performed with such understatement that its power and humanity overtake you unexpectedly. While it portrays social issues, the character’s lives and stories are the play’s essence. Every character is distinct and fleshed out in a way that gives them life well beyond caricature. It’s an outstanding cast, with Berstine especially moving as Esther.

Quincy Tyler Bernstine and Tasso Feldman in “Intimate Apparel” at McCarter Theatre. Above left, Galen Kane and Bernstine. Above right, Kate MacCluggage and Bernstine.

Although the story is bittersweet, there’s plenty of humor, and a dash of ragtime. Alexis Distler’s set design, an open, two-story scaffolding, clearly marks out the different spaces for each of Esther’s interactions. And what would a play about intimate apparel be without great costumes? Dede M. Ayite’s designs show us an underview of things before Victoria had a secret. “Intimate Apparel” is the kind of play you wish all plays were — great story, great acting, great sets and costumes. It’s an all-around great evening of theater.

“Intimate Apparel” continues at the Berlind Theatre in the McCarter Theatre complex, 91 University Place, Princeton, through June 4. For tickets and information, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787.

Also Inside: Seth Sikes sings Judy Garland in New Hope • Reviewing ‘Clue’ at the Bucks County Playhouse

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A Love Letter to Judy Seth Sikes will sing the songs of a legend at the Rrazz Room in New Hope

rowing up on a small town in Texas, Seth Sikes discovered Judy Garland on TV. “Unlike most people, whose love for Judy started with ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ my love affair with Judy began with a movie called, ‘Summer Stock,” Sikes says. “Here I am a little boy in rural Paris, Texas seeing this lady driving around a tractor singing songs and I was mesmerized by her.” Garland sings the iconic “Get Happy” in the movie, and it quickly became Sikes’ favorite. From there, he started watching every Garland movie he could find and learned his aunt had VHS tapes of the legendary performer singing. “So, while other kids my age were listening to age-appropriate music, I was watching these old movies and singing these old songs around the playground,” Sikes says. “I knew I needed to get out of there.” His original plan for a career was to become a band director, since he was well versed in both drums and trumpet. However, that dream took a detour late in high school, when he became involved in the choir and starred in his school’s musical. “I totally forgot about band and realized I needed to be in the theater world, and that meant going to New York as quickly as possible,” Sikes says. “I moved there when I was 18, went to acting school, but realized

Seth Sikes’ love of Judy Garland began when he saw her sing on television. I didn’t want to be an actor, although I still loved the theater.” He took a job as an assistant director for a while, but realized he really missed singing. “I would get my fix by singing old standards at piano bars, and after not being on

stage for about a decade, I got the nerve to do a tribute concert to Judy, which was supposed to be a one-night only event I was going to do for friend, and people really liked it,” Sikes says. “It started getting reviews, and a following and I haven’t stopped since.” He performs his “Seth Sikes Sings Judy Garland” regularly, and will bring the show to the Rrazz Room in New Hope, Pennsylvania, May 20. “The show is a journey of my life-long obsession with Judy Garland,” he says. “How her songs led me to a life in show business and led me to New York and her music has helped me get through various ups and downs in my life.” Thinking back to his original interest in the woman who most famously played Dorothy, Sikes feels his interest is a bit different than other fans of Garland. That’s why his show is a bit different than other tributes. “A lot of people like to talk about her survival and how she overcame all these rough times, but I never concentrated on any of that because when I first discovered her, I didn’t know about any of that,” he says. “To me, she was just this mesmerizing person with this voice that was overwhelming. In addition to continuing to sing cabaret, Sikes has been busy in New York. He directed the original musical “Bunked!”

which won Outstanding Musical at the New York International Fringe Festival and also directed the well-received “The 7th Annual Broadway Beauty Pageant.” He’s also recently performed both a Liza Minnelli tribute and a Bernadette Peters tribute. “I’m sort of becoming known as the boy who sings these tribute shows of these iconic ladies,” he says. “One of the exciting things about coming to New Hope is I haven’t done the Judy show in a couple of years. I’ve added some new material and I’m really looking forward to revisiting Judy’s story.” One of his favorite things about doing what he does is introducing new audiences to the songs of Judy Garland. “I’ll have young people come up to me and tell me that they’ve been listening to her songs since seeing my concert and that means such a great deal to me,” he says. “I think people when they see someone is singing Judy Garland, especially a male, is that they assume it’s an impersonation or a drag thing, but that’s not what this is. It’s me singing the songs, but not a hint of that. There is no cynicism involved. It’s an utter love letter to her.”

“Seth Sikes Sings Judy Garland” will be performed at the Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania, May 20, 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $25-$35; www.therrazzroom.com; 888-596-1027.

FOOD AND FUN By Anthony Stoeckert

To Farmers Markets We Go

There is no surer sign of spring than the return of farmers markets. Every year, these destinations for healthy foods (and some indulgent treats) seem to get bigger. In addition to fruits and vegetables, farmers markets offer baked goods, honey, meats, live entertainment,

cooking demos, health screenings and more. The Princeton Farmers Market is back on Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon St., (next to the Princeton Public Library), Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market offers a variety of locally grown produce, flowers, crafts and more.

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Live music is performed 12:30-2:30 p.m. This year’s vendors include Blue Moon Acres; Cherry Grove Organic Farm; Chickadee Creek Farm; Davidson’s Exotic Mushrooms; Holly Jolly James; Jammin Crepes (serving freshly made crepes made with local ingredients); Jersey Girls Bakery; Nutty Novelties (selling 13 varieties of nut butter); Picklelicious (serving New Yorkstyle pickles, olives, pickled condiments and more); Terhune Orchards, Wildflour Bakery (gluten-free and vegetarian baked goods); and many more. For more information, go to princetonfarmersmarket.com. The West Windsor Farmers Market is marking its 14th year at the Vaughn Drive Commuter Lot in West Windsor. With 16 regional farms, 12 artisan food and natural product vendors, weekly community groups, live music, special events and cooking demonstrations, the market runs Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors will find seasonal, locally grown fruit, vegetables, mushrooms, pastured meats and poultry, cheese, milk and farm fresh eggs, woven fiber products, fresh pasta, breads, baked goods, honey, prepared foods, wine, and much more. Breakfast and lunch selections include savory and sweet crepes, locally sourced egg sandwiches and fresh pressed juice and acai bowls. Bring your knives, scissors and lawn tools for sharpening at Nice and Sharp, on-site weekly. On May 20, the West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance will host a “Learn to Bike” event for children. Also on May 20, the market will host its “Spring Safety & Services Day” with West Windsor and

Princeton Junction fire, police, emergency and public works vehicles on site for children to touch, climb on and meet the friendly neighborhood officers in the community. For more information, got to westwinds o r f a r m e r s m a r k e t . o rg , emailwwcfm@yahoo.com or call 609-9334452. The 2017 Capital City Farmers Market is offering hand-crafted teas, produce, sweet treats, cold pressed juices, prepared foods and more. The market is held in Trenton’s Mill Hill Park, 165 E. Front St., and has become a destination for lunch as much a place to buy fruits and vegetables. It takes place Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. New this year is Cream Ridge Winery, Marchese Farm, and Shibumi Farm, a sustainable mushroom farm based out of Princeton that grows more 35 varieties of mushrooms. Returning vendors include Asprocolas Acres; Q’s Cookies; The Salad Basket; Arlee’s Raw Blends; Buttery Sensations; The Garvey School; Tea-For-All; Studio B Bakery and Bistro; Nutty Novelties; CLEB Jewelry; and Al Francis Fashions. For more information, go to www.destinationtrenton.com. 31 & Main Farmers Market at Campus Town in Ewing will begin June 11. College of New Jersey. In addition to the four farms that participated last year, the market will be expanded to include freshly made pasta by Lore’ Pasta, handmade jams and jellies by Jams by Kim and gluten free baked goods and foods from Wild Flour Café Bakery. Items available at the marketfeature a variety of conventional and organic fruits and vegetables, meat, eggs, honey, mushrooms, cheese and gluten free baked goods. The returning vendors from the market’s first season include: Cherry Grove Farm, Z FoodFarm, Pineland Farms and Fulper Family Farmstead. Music for June includes the Ewing High School Master Singers on June 11; Paul Daloia on June 18; and Dr. Jazz on June 25. The market will be open rain or shine on Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 29 for more information, go to www. 31mainfarmersmarket.com or call 443 248-6738.

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STAGE REVIEW By Anthony Stoeckert

Rolling the Die With ‘Clue’ Bucks County Playhouse presents a mystery-comedy based on the movie, based on the board game

lot of comedies hit their high notes early on and have trouble maintaining the laughter as the show goes on. “Clue on Stage” does just the opposite. For much of its 90 minutes, the play is pleasant enough, and offers a few laughs, but it’s nothing special. Then there is an inspired bit at the end that drew howls from the audience. I don’t want to say much about that moment, but I will say it is a tour de force for Carson Elrod, who plays Wadsworth, the butler (of course there’s a butler). This is a character who is very proper and formal throughout, and when Elrod gets his moment to let it all hang out, he does it brilliantly. He expresses shock, frustration, gets ridiculously emotional over a cat, and throws in a line that is right out the day’s headlines. Of course, there’s been a lot of news since I saw “Clue” and that joke about the FBI already is outdated, but maybe Elrod will have something else up his sleeve. The play is based on a movie, which was based on the board game. The setup is classic: On a foggy night in 1954, a group of people who don’t know each other (for the most part) are invited to Mr. Boddy’s New England mansion. None of them know why, but one thing they have in common is that they’re all being blackmailed by their host (William Youmans, playing one of several parts). The guests are greeted by Wadsworth, who tells them (and the audience) just enough to keep the story going. Wadsworth appears to be a mere servant and is following his boss’ instructions. We’re shown the rooms from the game (the study, conservatory, kitchen, etc.) and also the weapons (revolver, candlestick, wrench, and whatnot).

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The cast of mystery-comedy ‘Clue’ at the Bucks County Playhouse. The characters are all broad types. Colonel Mustard (Kevin Carolan) works at the Pentagon, but is a bit dim, it takes him a few seconds longer than everyone else to figure things out. Mrs. White (Erin Dilly) is widowed, dressed in black but rather unsentimental about her two late husbands. Mrs. Peacock (Sally Struthers) is the wife of a congressman, and is prone to taking bribes. Mr. Green (Brian J. Carter) is a government employee, who’s fearful that his homosexuality could cost him his career. Miss Scarlet (Lindsay Nicole Chambers) runs an escort service in Washington, business is good since there are 535 members of

Congress, and they’re all married. There are a few murders, and I think the show misses an opportunity to bring some suspense to the evening. Comedy is the order here, and writers Jonathan Lynn (who’s credited as the author of the screenplay) and Eric Price and Hunter Foster (credited as contributing “additonal material,” Foster also directs) keep the show light and airy, but I don’t think a moment or two of suspense would have thrown off the pace. The are some humorous bits, such as Struthers gulping down soup everyone else finds inedible, and a Yiddish-inspired dance number led by Duncan’s Professor Plumb. But this show has the thinnest of plots, so thin it’s just 90 minutes and it still includes a bit where the characters run around to Benny Goodman’s “Sing Sing Sing” (an amazing piece of music, but my goodness, it’s so over-used). There’s also a lot of running around, and even a re-cap of the plot that leads to the great payoff at the end. The sets by Anna Louizos are terrific. Boddy’s mansion is massive with multiple rooms, and walls move swiftly to create different rooms. Lighting by Ryan O’Gara creates a mysterious, foggy look at times. There are a few nods to the board games, including secret passages, and a joke about Monopoly. My favorite is that a dossier in an envelope that looks like the one that comes with the game.

“Clue On Stage” continues at the Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope Pennsylvania, through May 21. For tickets and information, go to www.bcptheater.org or call 215-862-2121.

IN CONCERT By Anthony Stoeckert

Strike Up the Blawenburg Band

As Jerry Rife puts together the program for the Blawenburg Band’s annual anniversary concert, he makes sure to include music audiences most likely aren’t familiar with. For example, for this year’s concert, the conductor selected the overture from Friedrich van Flowtow’s opera “Stradella” and Percy Aldridge’s “Australian Up-Country Tune.” No Blawenburg Band concert would be complete without the music of John Philip Sousa, and this year’s concert will feature the legendary bandleader’s “University of Illinois March” and “Wisconsin Forward Forever.” Playing these lesser-known works helps the band cele-

brate in style, and also builds its repertoire as it heads into its busy summer season, but Rife says there is another reason. “It also has a third purpose, I would say, and maybe this is one of the most important ones, maybe more important than the other two,” he says. “And that is that it educates our audience about the lost music of the golden age. The music you don’t get to hear — the ‘Stradella’ overture, the ‘Australian Up-Country Tune’ or the marches of Sousa that you don’t know.” This year’s concert marks the Blawenburg’s 127th an-

nivesary, and will take place May 21 at Hopewell Valley Central High School’s Performing Arts Center in Pennington. These annual concerts began in 1990 to mark the band’s 100th anniversary. The members of the Blawenburg Band (of which there are about 75) continue a tradition dating back to the days where towns had their own bands to provide live entertainment. “I like to program music based on the golden age of concert bands,” Rife says. Those typical programs would include an overture, an

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THINGS TO DO

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“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. “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, through May 21; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333. “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. “The Merchant of Venice,” F.M. Kirbry Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey opens its season with the Bard’s play about a money-obsessed, patriarchal, dysfunctional society where wealth bestows power, through June 4; shakespearenj.org; 973-408-5600.

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 about a girl who learns there’s a lot to owning a puppy, May 20, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-5703333. “Disney’s The Little Mermaid,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. The Yardley Players presents stage adaption of movie classic, May 26 through June 4; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333. DANCE “The Sleeping Beauty,” Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. Princeton Ballet School, the official school of American Repertory Ballet, will present the full-length classical ballet “The Sleeping Beauty ,” May 20, 2 p.m., 7 p.m. $35; www.arballet.org.

MUSIC

CLASSICAL MUSIC Sharim v’Sharot, 1867 Sanctuary at Ewing of Preservation New Jersey, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing. Sharim v’Sharot (People of Song) will perform songs of peace in the Jewish perspectives from 11th-century Sephardic Spain, 19th-century German Psalm settings, mid- and late-20thcentury prayers, and 21st-century Israeli song, May 21, 3 p.m. Tickets cost $20. For advanced tickets go to www.sharimvsharot.org or call 609-392-6409.

JAZZ, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. Le Cabaret Francais, The Mansion Inn, 9 So. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Cabaret hosted by Barry Peterson, with lyric books, sing-along and special performing guests, first Wednesday of each month, 7:45-10 p.m. $10 drink minimum; 215-740-7153. “Michael J. Bernabe,” Princeton Abbey and Cemetery, 75 Mapleton Road, Princeton. Bernabe and his jazz ensemble will perform a concert titled “Through the Kaleidoscope,” May 21, 2-4 p.m. $10 suggested donation; www.cmsmidatlantic.com/princeton-abbey. “Drummer E.J. Strickland and his “Transit Beings,” Tavern on the Lake, 101 N. Main St., Hightstown. Playing

sical legend, through May 21, 2017. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609924-8144. Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. “The Berlin Painter and His World: Athenian Vase-Painting in the Early Fifth Century B.C.,” The exhibition will present 84 vessels and statuettes from the period, including 54 of the finest vases attributed to the Berlin Painter, providing a window into the world of Athenian society 2,500 years ago, through June 11. “Revealing Pictures.” Exhibit presenting works by 11 leading international artists: Nikolay Bakharev, Edmund Clark, Daniel and Geo Fuchs, Tim Hetherington, Pieter Hugo, Liu Zheng, Zanele Muholi, Robert Polidori, Alec Soth and Miwa Yanagi. The photographs from the Christopher E. Olofson Collection at the Princeton University Art Museum, The comedy classic “The Blues Brothers” will be through July 2; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 screened as part of the Hollywood Summer Nights p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is series at the Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nas- free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788. sau St., Princeton, May 25, 7:30 p.m. The comedy stars Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi as singers who go on a quest to save an orphanage. Holly“The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with wood Summer Nights showcases classic movies on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the Cary Elwes,” McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, summer, beginning with Alfred Hitchcock’s “Sus- Princeton. Screening of the classic film, followed by a Q & picion,” May 24. Admission costs $11, $3 for pa- A with star Cary Elwes, May 20, 7:30 p.m. $30-$40; trons 18 and younger. Dress in the theme of the www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. Children’s Day at Rockingham, Rockingham is lomovie and get free popcorn. For more information, go to www.thegardentheatre.com or call 609-279- cated at 84 Laurel Avenue/Kingston-Rocky Hill Road, Franklin. Children are welcome to come and enjoy Rock1999. ingham’s annual Children’s Day. The site, which served as with Strickland in Hightstown will be Sarah Charles, vo- General George Washington’s final wartime headquarters cals; Nir Felder, guitar; Tom Guarna, guitar; and Ben in later 1783, will offer activities and demonstrations of Williams, electric bass combining jazz, hip-hop, funk, fu- 18th-century life with support from the Montgomery High sion and more, May 26, 7:30 p.m. $25; rejsjazz.com. 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. Joyce Carol Oates, Labyrinth Books, 122 Nassau St., Princeton. The author will discuss her newest novel, “A Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, CadBook of American Martyrs.” Oates tells the story of two very walader Park, Trenton. Ellarslie Open 34. Juried exhibit supdifferent and yet intimately linked American families. Luther porting area artists, through June 25. Gallery talk with Dunphy is an ardent Evangelical who envisions himself as winning artists, June 4, 2 p.m. Hours: Wednesday through acting out God’s will when he assassinates an abortion Sunday noon to 4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. ellarslie.org; 609-989provider in his small Ohio town while Augustus Voorhees, 3632. the idealistic but self-regarding doctor who is killed, leaves Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princebehind a wife and children scarred and embittered by grief, ton. “Bruce Springsteen: A Photography Journey.” Curated May 25, 6 p.m. (rescheduled from May 17) www.labyrinthby the Grammy Museum at L.A. Live. Exhibit features more than 40 photographs of the rock legend, and video inter- books.com; 609-497-1600. “Six Days in June, The War that Redefined the Midviews with the show’s five photographers: Danny Clinch, dle East,” Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor, 50 Maple Ed Gallucci, Eric Meola, Pamela Springsteen, and Frank Stream Road, East Windsor. Documentary screening and Stefanko. Together they revisit Springsteen’s career as a frontman and songwriter, capturing his charisma and off discussion in recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the Six stage vulnerability, and documenting a great American mu- Day War, June 11, 10 a.m. RSVP at admin@bethel.net.

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IN CONCERT Continued from Page 3 opera overture, marches, shorter pieces, and a big piece to close out the first half. The second half would then feature patriotic music. Rife especially likes to include lesser-known works by Sousa. Blawenburg concerts traditonally end with Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forever,” but Rife also make sure to include lesser-known pieces such as “Wisconsin Forever Forward.” “It’s one you don’t get to hear, you know he wrote 136 marches and you only hear the main ones,” Rife says. ‘We play those too, but we like to play the ones that are really good but you don’t get to hear too often.” As rooted in tradotion as it may be, the Blawenburg Band isn’t stuck in the past. The program includes new music, such as a medly of Andrew Lloyd-Webber songs, and Nigel Hess‘ “The Catskills,” written in 1999. Indeed, the concert features music from the 19th to the 21st centuries. “We try to mix it up,” Rife says. “Variety is the spice

and draw of our concert, just as it was with Sousa’s band.” The annual concert also marks the start the Blawenburg Band’s busy summer season, which includes a series of concerts at the Hopewell Train Station, a concert at Arts Council of Princeton’s Summer concert series at the Princeton Shopping Center, and the Fourth of July celebration in Yardley, Pennsylvania. Throughout the year, the band also plays at church socials, senior centers, and retirement homes. The free anniversary concert will be followed by a reception featuring refreshments and Dixieland music played by a small ensemble from the band. The Blawenburg Band will perform its 127th Anniversary Concert at the Hopewell Valley Central High School Performing Arts Center, 259 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington, May 21, 3 p.m. Admission is free. For information, goo to www.blawenburgband.org.

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PACKET PICKS May 20 Amusement park lecture at Trent House The Trent House in Trenton will welcome Rick Geffken, beginning at 2 p.m., to speak about his latest book, “Lost AmusementParks of the North Jersey Shore,” written with George Severini. The book brings together images from the Library of Congress, local historical societies, and private collections to document how the Jersey Shore became the most famous vacation and recreational destination in the coastal United States. Geffken will share those images and tell the story of how James Bradley in Asbury Park and William Sandlass Jr. in Highland Beach created mass entertainment for hundreds of thousands of people. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Tickets cost $10. The 1719 William Trent House Museum is located at 15 Market St., Trenton. For more information, go to www.williamtrenthouse.org or call 609-989-3027.

May 21 Children’s Day at Rockingham Historic Rockingham will hold its annual Children’s Day celebration, noon to 5 p.m. 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. Activities might include trying on replica 18th-century clothing and learning to write with a quill and ink; playing historic games; trying crafts such as making paper hats and epaulettes (shoulder decorations for an officer). Rockingham is located at 84 Laurel Avenue/Kingston-Rocky Hill Road (Route 603) in Franklin. No registration is required. Admission is free, donations will be accepted. For more information, go to www.rockingham.net or call 609-683-7132.

Music and literature lecture in Princeton The English-Speaking Union, Princeton Branch, will present a lecture by John Burkhalter and Sheldon Eldridge, beginning at 3 p.m. at The Kirby Arts Center at the Lawrenceville Center in Lawrenceville. “Uneard Musick and Eighteenth-Century British Literature” will feature John Burkhalter, lecturer and recorder player and Sheldon Eldridge, harpsichordist. They will discuss the role of social harmony, as a subject in 18th-century English novels and plays. Burkhalter has studied the performance of early music at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston and Baroque music at Harvard. Eldridge is a graduate of Westminster Choir College and has studied at Merton College, Oxford. Admission costs $10. For more information, go to www.esuus.org/princeton.

Race panel in Princeton The Princeton Community Democratic Organization will host a Getting Beyond Racism panel with high school and college students at the Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton St., Princeton, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Moderators are Michele Tuck-Ponder, former mayor of Princeton Township, and Rhinold Ponder, an attorney and artist. Local students will share their views and ideas on racism, justice and equality. Admission is free. For information, email info@princetondems.org or go to www.princetondems.org.

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Fighting for big ideas Joan Bartl is part of the movement aimed at creating a public bank for New Jersey The connection between fighting against “Dick-and-Jane” gender stereotyping and fighting for a public bank in New Jersey is a fighter called Joan. A resident of Princeton since 1968, Joan Bartl is known as a tireless advocate for causes intended to improve the lives of those living in her community. Using weapons of passion, energy and intelligence, she has fought to end hunger, to end gender stereotypes, to end domestic abuse, to end civil rights abuses, and most recently to begin a new era in New Jersey public financing by establishing a public bank. Working as a volunteer, Bartl is the coordinator of Banking On New Jersey, www.bankingonnewjersey.org), a non-profit citizens group created to educate and coalesce support for the creation of a public bank in New Jersey. The goal of a public bank is getting the best use out of public money to serve the public good, according to Bartl. Public banks invest municipal dollars locally for community benefit. The website defines the mission as “bringing the value of a municipally owned public bank to New Jersey. We envision a public institution managed professionally, guided by strong citizen oversight, and accountable to the public as its only stockholders. The bank will have flexibility to support current community needs and foster resilience in the face of economic and natural hardships. We promote a bank that works in partnership with local banks, credit unions and community development financial institutions to make loans in our local communities.” With a professional background in finance and marketing, Bartl for the past quarter century has served as president of her own credit card processing business, called Payment Management. Her advocacy for a public bank, therefore, was born out of her fiscal sense, as well as her moral and community sense. The first time she merged finances with community service was decades

ago, when her knowledge and advocacy on gender equality issues brought her and five other women with whom she worked consulting jobs, as well as proceeds from children’s books they co-authored. “Any income I got from consulting or book sales, I would put into a savings account,” she said. “I saved $17,700 and got 5 percent interest — which I used as the down payment on my first house in Princeton.” This was not only a great investment for her, but also for the public good, because it kept Bartl in town. Bartl works collaboratively on public banking advocacy with the national public banking organization, the Public Banking Institute (PBI). This educational non-profit works to achieve the implementation of public banking at all levels of the American economy and government. PBI’s board chair, Walt McKee, lives in New Jersey, and often accompanies Bartl to “friend-raising” meetings and discussions about public banking. North Dakota is the only state with a public bank, but interest throughout the country is growing. Bernie Sanders has just thrown his support behind establishing a public bank for Vermont. Gubernatorial candidate Phil Murphy has made the issue one of the central themes in his campaign. Murphy says he would like to see a state-owned bank that would allow college students and small businesses to access loans at more equitable rates than those charged by profit-driven commercial institutions. Accustomed to seeing Bartl fight on behalf of society’s most vulnerable, I was at first a bit puzzled when I learned she was advocating for a project seemingly removed from the segment of the population that for years se felt so compelled to serve. In fact, Bartl said, “it is my commitment to individuals struggling with a number of fiscal and social issues that got me involved in public banking. It struck me as the only sustainable way to finance the initiatives whose future always seems in peril

Joan Bartl is a volunteer for a group that’s building support for a public bank in New Jersey. because of funding issues. . . . A public bank working in partnership with community banks ensures that local money works locally and stays local, supporting development and businesses that build up our neighborhoods and increase our common wealth.” I never got a chance to ask Joan how a public bank would preserve the single most important aspect of my life — getting my morning coffee. The computer meltdown that closed

Starbucks stores throughout the Mercer region and maybe beyond on May 16 made me feel helpless and disoriented. I assume a public bank would be powerless to solve the social issue of caffeine-deprived vulnerability. But knowing fighter Joan Bartl as well as I do, I would rule out nothing. She welcomes all other questions about the public bank concept. You can email her at joanbartl@bankingonnewjersey.org.

The Role of a Young Lifetime Kaila Jones is dancing the lead in the Princeton Ballet School’s ‘The Sleeping Beauty’ By Anthony Stoeckert Features Editor For its annual spring ballet, Princeton Ballet School is performing Tchaikovsky’s “The Sleeping Beauty.” The school rotates the ballets it features in its spring production, and this year marks the 60th anniversary of the first time it danced “The Sleeping Beauty.” There’s something else that’s special about this year’s production because Kaila Jones is dancing the lead of Aurora, which is considered a pivotal role for dancers. Kaila also is the first African American student to dance the role for Princeton Ballet School as it presents “The Sleeping Beauty” at Patriots Theatre at the War Memorial in Trenton, May 20. Kaila, who is 16 and is a junior at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South, started dancing when she was 4 years old. “My sister had danced with Princeton Ballet School, and my mom decided to put me into ballet as well to expose me to different activities,” Kaila says. “She enrolled me in a twoweek summer program and after that I continued with ballet and gave up gymnastics — ballet was just too fun to resist!” Kaila is a member of the school’s Professional Training Program. Her featured roles include dancing the lead in last year’s spring ballet of “Swan Lake.” Pamela Levy, the director of Princeton Ballet School, says she was impressed with Kaila when she first saw her dance last year. “Kaila’s dancing immediately caught my eye,” Levy says. “She simultaneously exudes both strength and delicacy in her dancing, while remaining musical and precise. As Aurora in ‘The Sleeping Beauty’ she is as close to perfection as one can be. Like Aurora, she is 16 years old, and portrays the role with the joie de vivre of her character. Kaila’s hard work and dedication to ballet brings her closer and closer to a professional level. We are so proud of her.” Kaila said getting the opportunity

Kaila Jones danced the lead for the Princeton Ballet School in “Swan Lake” last year, and will play Aurora in “The Sleeping Beauty” this weekend. to dance Aurora means the world to her. “It’s been very challenging,” she says, “especially since I’ve never done something so physically demanding with so many acts where I am involved and dancing a pas, a solo, or even miming.” The school last performed “The Sleeping Beauty” in 2014. Kaila remembers it well and a dream she had during that production. “In the beginning of Act 1 the friends kneel and wait for Aurora to enter for her 16th birthday,” she says.

“The music starts out quiet and she walks out, and I remember kneeling in the silence hoping one day I might get to be Aurora and now that I am getting the chance it feels almost surreal. I’m beyond excited for the whole cast to perform, we‘ve all worked so hard and this show is so special to each one of us.” In addition to dancing the coveted role, Kaila says being the first black student to dance Aurora for the school is example of how ballet is becoming more diverse. “If I had to say something for

younger students who might be struggling with stereotypes — it can be easy to lose motivation when people expect you to dance a certain way or have certain features or qualities — it would be to work to achieve what you want to get out of the art form, not what others are expecting from you.” “The Sleeping Beauty” will be performed at Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, Trenton, May 20, 2, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $35; www.arballet.org.

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Get the swing back in your golf game

Whether you have been golfing for years or are just starting out, swinging a club can take a serious toll on your body. In fact, thousands of people seek treatment for golf related injuries each year. University Medical Center of Princeton’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Network offers specialized therapeutic and rehabilitative services for golf-related injuries designed to improve flexibility, joint stability, endurance and conditioning so patients can get back in the game. Common golf injuries An estimated 32 million people played golf in 2016, according to the National Golf Foundation. And while golf is generally considered a low-risk sport, it is associated with a significant number of injuries. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 131,000 people were treated in hospital emergency rooms, doctors’ offices and clinics for golf-related injuries in 2015. Most golf-related injuries are the result of improper technique or overuse. Less often they are caused by a single direct blow, like hitting a tree root. Though to some swing-

ing a golf club may look easy, a golf swing is actually a complex and coordinated series of high-velocity movements that involve the entire body. These movements require serious muscle control and strength to allow your body to rapidly coil in one direction, then uncoil just as rapidly in the opposite direction. Not to mention the significant strength needed to appropriately decelerate and finish the swing. Over time, this repetitive movement can cause wear and tear to your muscles, tendons and joints and result in pain and injury. Some of the most common golf-related injuries include Low back strain. As the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) notes, low back pain is a common complaint among golfers, and is often caused by poor swing. The rotational stresses of the swing can place considerable pressure on the spine and muscles. Additionally, poor flexibility and muscle strength can cause minor strains that over time can lead to serious injuries. Elbow pain or “golfer’s elbow.” Golfer’s elbow is an inflammation of the tendons that attach your fore-

Taking steps to improve your health also can help improve your golf score. arm muscles to the inside of the bone at your elbow. These muscles and tendons can become damaged from overuse, leading to pain and tenderness. Rotator cuff tendonitis. Repetitive motions can cause the rotator cuff tendons to become irritated or damaged leading to pain, stiffness and limited movement. Wrist tendonitis or sprains. Wrist tendonitis typically occurs in the leading hand and will cause pain, tenderness and swelling. Plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is characterized by heel or foot pain caused by the weakening of the plantar fascia, the strong band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot. The prolonged walking and standing required with golf and ill-fitting golf shoes are

the main culprits. Specialized rehabilitation University Medical Center of Princeton’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Network provides specialized physical therapy services for people with golf-related injuries and for those who want to get back in the game after an illness or surgery. Patients (with a prescription from their doctor) receive an initial evaluation and individualized plan of care that includes strengthening and corrective exercises specific to their unique needs. In addition, the K-Vest — a wearable, biofeedback device — enables physical therapists to measure and assess your golf swing and customize your rehabilitation program to target specific areas and movements

that need to be adjusted. One of the best ways to prevent injury or re-injury is to ensure you have a solid swing technique. Other tips for avoiding injury or re-injury include the following: Maintain proper posture. Avoid hunching over the ball, which may contribute to back and neck strain. Don’t over-swing. Swinging the club too hard or too fast may stress your joints. Warm up. You should always warm up before a round of golf. The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine recommends that golfers of all ages adopt a specific routine of stretching and flexibility exercises that they perform before each round. In addition they should always hit some golf balls before a game, starting with the wedge and gradually working up to the driver. Maintain a good base of physical fitness. Stronger and more flexible muscles are less injury prone. Your exercise program should include stretching and strength training as well as regular aerobic activity to keep up your endurance for the course.

Lift and carry clubs carefully. When lifting your bag, keep your back straight and use the strength of your legs to lift. Choose proper footwear. Wear golf shoes that fit well and have short cleats. Short cleats can help prevent strain on you knees and ankles. Learn more Princeton HealthCare System, through its Community Education & Outreach Program, will host a discussion titled FORE! Get the Swing Back in Your Game at Plainsboro Rec Center, 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, May 24, 7-8 p.m. To register for the free session or for more information, go to www.princetonhcs.org/calendar or call 888-897-8979. To learn more about UMCP’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Network golf rehabilitation program, go to www.princetonhcs.org or call 609-853-7840.

Barbara Kutch, PT, DPT, CSCS, is a physical therapist and certified strength and conditioning specialist with University Medical Center of Princeton’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Network. She is also Titleist Performance Institute Certified.

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Shop Talk is a weekly notebook that gets out the word about sales, promotions, and new businesses that are opening in the area. Send items to astoeckert@centraljersey.com. Please put “Shop Talk” in the subject field. This week’s items are as follows: The Skillman Farm Market will host a cookout event, May 20, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This event welcomes the entire family with complimentary face painting (noon to 2 p.m.), pony rides, and farm tours by hayride. The Farm Market, located on Simply Grazin’ Farm at 1932 Route 206 in Skillman, offers a direct source for locally raised meats. The Farm Market open every Thursday, Fri-

day, Saturday 11am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm. Mark and Lynne Faille of Simply Grazin’ Farms opened the Skillman Farm Market to make their products more easily accessible to the surrounding communities by providing locally grown food directly from the source. It offers grassfed beef, organic and pasture raised pork and poultry, and other specialty items. For more information, go to simplygrazin.com. *** There will be a ribbon cutting and open house to celebrate the newly constructed Family Support Center at Daytop New Jersey at Crawford House, May 23 at 2 p.m. Light refreshments will be served

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and New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno will serve as guest speaker. The welcome and dedication with comments from Lt. Governor Guadagno will run from 2 to 2:30, followed by an open house from 2:30 to 4 p.m. The event is open to the public. To RSVP email Francesca Viola at fviola@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. *** Princeton Sprts Management is offering $50 off its International Futbol Camp at Pennington, June 26-30. To receive the discount, use the code PSE when reg-

istering at princetonsportsmanagement.com/events/internationalfutbolcamp. *** Blue Mercury at 72 Palmer Square West in Princeton is offering Spring Makeup Parties on the following dates: May 19: LaMer facial event May 20: Chantecaille facial and makeup event May 27: YSL Makeover party. For more information, go to www.bluemercury.com or call 609-497-9100. *** Twine. gift shop at 8 Somerset St. in Hopewell will be staging drive-in movie nights (without the car) in the backyard, running from various nights through the spring and summer. Next up to be shown is “Raiders Of The Lost Ark” on 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 “Raiders of the Lost Ark” on May 19 and “Back To The Future“ on June 23.

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The Week of Friday, May 19, 2017

MOVIE TIMES

Movie and times for the week of May 19-25. Schedules are subject to change.

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HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908874-8181): Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (PG13) Thurs. 7:20 p.m. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (PG13) Thurs. 7:15 p.m. Alien Covenant (R) Fri.-Sat. 2, 4:50, 7:40, 10:30; Sun.-Thurs. 2, 4:50, 7:40. Alien Covenant (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10; Sun.-Wed. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10; Thurs. 1:30, 4:20. Baywatch (R) Wed. 7:25; Thurs. 2, 4:45, 7:30. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (PG) Fri.-Sat. 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:40; Sun. 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:20; Mon.-Thurs. 2:40, 5, 7:20. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (sensory friendly) (PG) Sat. 10 a.m. Everything,

Everything (PG) Fri.-Sat. 12:40, 3:05, 5:30, 7:55, 10:20; Sun. 12:40, 3:05, 5:30, 7:55; Mon.-Thurs. 3:05, 5:30, 7:55. King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:30, 4:25, 7:20, 10:15; Sun.-Wed. 1:30, 4:25, 7:20; Thurs. 1:30, 4:25. King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (luxury recliners, reserved) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:10, 4:05, 7, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 1:10, 4:05, 7. Snatched (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 12:35, 3, 5:15, 7:50, 10:15; Sun. 12:35, 3, 5:15, 7:50; Mon.Thurs. 3, 5:25, 7:50. Snatched (R) Fri.-Sat. 5:05, 7:20, 9:35; Sun.-Tues. 5:05, 7:20; Wed. 5:05. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1, 4:10, 7:15, 10:20; Sun.Thurs. 1, 4:10, 7:15. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:50, 3:55, 7, 10:05; Sun. 12:50, 3:55, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 3:55, 7. The Boss Baby (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12:15, 2:40; Mon.-Wed, 2:40.

Date change for Joyce Carol Oates signing

Joyce Carol Oates’ appearance at Labyrinth Books scheduled for May 17 has been moved to May 25, 6 p.m. Oates will read from her new novel, “A Book of American Martyrs,” in which the author tells the story of two very different and yet intimately linked American families. 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. Oates is a recipient of the National Medal of Humanities, the National Book Critics Circle Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award, the National Book Award, and the PEN/Malamud Award for Excellence in Short Fiction. She is the Roger S. Berlind Distinguished Professor of the Humanities at Princeton

University and has been a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters since 1978. Her most recent books include “We Were the Mulvaneys,” “A Widow’s Story,” “Carthage,” “The Accursed,” and “The Lost Landscape: A Writer’s Coming of Age.” Labyrinth Books is at 122 Nassau St., Princeton. For more information, go to labyrinthbooks.com or call 609-4971600.

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Montgomery Cinemas (609-9247444): The Wedding Plan (PG) Fri.-Sat. 2:10, 4:45, 7:20, 9:55; Sun. 2:10, 4:45, 7:20. The Lovers (R) Fri.-Sat. 2:45, 5:05, 7:25, 9:45; Sun.-Thurs. 2:45, 5:05, 7:25. Chuck (R) Fri.-Sat. 2:35, 4:55, 7:15, 9:35; Sun.Thurs. 2:35, 4:55, 7:15. 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. 4:30, 10; Sun.Thurs. 4:30. Their Finest (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:45, 4:25, 7:05, 9:45; Sun.-Thurs. 1:45, 4:25, 7:05. The Zookeeper’s Wife (PG13) Fri.Thurs. 1:40, 7:15.

PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): Norman (PG13) Fri. 4, 7, 9:30; Sat. 1, 4, 7, 9:30; Sun. 1, 4, 7; Mon. 5:15, 8; Tues. 2, 8; Wed.-Thurs. 2, 4:45, 8. The Dinner (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 6:45; Sun. 1, 6:45; Mon. 8; Tues. 2, 5:15; Wed.-Thurs. 5. A Quiet Passion (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 4, 9:25; Sun. 4; Mon.Tues. 4:45; Wed.-Thurs. 2. National Theatre Live: Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (NR) Tues. 7:30 p.m. Hollywood Summer Nights: Suspicion (NR) (1941) Wed. 7:30 p.m. The Blues Brothers (R) (1980) Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

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. What do you see in the future of Real Estate sales and prices? A. The Real Estate market is steady in Princeton. As with any market, there is a constant movement and fluctuation throughout the year. The Spring Market is always hot but I see growth in re-sale prices and a boom in the demand for new constructions which of course affect the pricing of a neighborhood. Princeton’s location and vibrant community has allowed the real estate market to stay strong through the years, but the current influx of buyers has definitely raised the demand for homes!

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. Is there a certain community in the area which has become your main focus? A. I enjoy having a very versatile and expansive business throughout the area. Nonetheless, quite a bit of my focus goes to Princeton Landing. I have lived on Sayre Drive for over a decade and have sold over 300 homes there. Because my family and I call Princeton Landing our home, I am very knowledgeable about the market there. It is such a beautiful, park-like community with all of the amenities of a 5-star resort and close proximity . What do you like most about living in this area? A. I love living in the Greater Princeton area! This area to major roadways and Princeton Junction Train Station. is blooming with culture, history and renovation, yet it is still Many of my clients have found their perfect home in a place where you can enjoy a quiet evening, as you would in a Princeton Landing and I am happy to call them neighbors. country estate. Princeton is also an international city. I have quite . What is your current focus is Real Estate? a few clients who relocated from other countries for continuing A. Right now, I am focusing on the booming education or work, and I find joy in helping them settle in our town New Construction in Princeton. It seems that almost and feel at home as they transition from their homeland. every street I turn on, there is at least one new home

. What designations do you have and what does it mean for the people you work with? A. I am honored to announce that I have been awarded the highest designation that Realtors can attain – Platinum Level by the NJAR Circle of Excellence, another year in a row, since 2012! In today’s complex market, Real Estate professionals have to be innovative, diligent and consistent in order to excel. I have also been recognized to be in the Top 1% of all Realtors nationwide. For clients, this means that they can be assured that my years of

being built. To some, it is a little discouraging, to see old homes being torn down to build a new, but I think that it is a necessary step in helping the town’s Real Estate market flourish and overall growth. There are so many buyers looking to buy a home in Princeton, and they are most certainly interested in new construction projects.

. What is one tip you have for someone looking to buy or sell a home? A. Call a real estate professional! Both buyers and sellers are educated in todays’ 343 Nassau Street web-driven world. However, not all information Princeton NJ 08540 listed on-line is accurate, nor can it replace the experience and knowledge offered by a real of Princeton estate professional. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

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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.

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$275,000

262 Pennington Harbourton OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 5/21 1-3pm In desirable Lambert Hill, this Livingston end unit, on an oversized lot offers unobstructed sweeping views and an elegant first floor master suite. An airy open floor plan is distinguished by custom millwork, stained glass transoms and gleaming wood floors. the light-filled great room, with gas fireplace, adjoins an expansive, gourmet kitchen. two more bedrooms, private office, mezzanine loft and attached two-car garage.

Well maintained, 3 bedroom Ranch home, set back off the road with mature trees. This must-see home is a perfect starter home or ideal for downsizing. Oak floors, large living room, windowed breakfast room, atrium with sliding glass doors to yard. The serene backyard is open with a wooded backdrop. In the desirable Hopewell Valley School District. Easy access to I-95, Capital Health, 15 minutes to Princeton and Lambertville. Listed by Barbara Berardo REALTOR®

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This 4 BR, 2.5 BA SF Brandon Farms home is waiting for you! Main flr has 9 Ft ceilings, crown & chair rail moldings and recessed lighting thruout. Features LR & DR, Eat-in kit w/center-island, walk-in pantry & all new 2017 LG SS applncs. Over-sized Fam room w/large windows & gas frplce. 1st flr laundry, ample closet storage & newly refinished mudroom closet. on 2nd level 3 BRs & hallway Bath. Full fin. bsmnt. Located in the highly acclaimed Hopewell Valley School district.

If you are 55+ why rent just an apartment when you have you can have a golf course community home? Spacious 2nd floor condo w/ 2BR & 2 BA, EIK, DR, washer/dryer,Garage & Balcony. Fitness ctr.,tennis, indoor/outdoor pool, clubhouse activity,& more Easy NYC commute at exit 8A NJTPKE $1500.00 mo. Owner NJ Licensed Real Estate Sales Agent Call Gary 732-491-5726

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Covered Bridge Manalapan Recently renovated 2BD/1BA 1st FL unit. New kit/bath/tile/paint/carpet/blinds. Neutral tones. 55+ adult community. $1375/mth. Call or leave msg. (908) 451-0706

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Yardville $585,000 5 Bear Ct. Gorgeous 4 BR, 2 ½ BA Colonial nestled on quiet cul-de-sac w/ gourmet kitchen, 2 ﬁreplaces, multi-level deck and lots more.

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Chesterﬁeld

EN E OP US O H

$448,000

151 Recklesstown Way. Brick Charmer w/3 BRs, 2.5 BA offers great location & many upgrades. New school 1 street over. (ID#6961623)

609-298-3000

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Lawrenceville

$1,299,000

4 Vista Dr. This outstanding 6,500sf home with Princeton address is situated on 1.92 professionally landscaped property. Beautifully restored. (ID#6968372)

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$219,900

59 Faxon Dr. Hutchinson to Ambleside to Saugas to Uxbridge to Faxon. House is located behind #57, second door at back. (ID#3384165)

609-586-1400

5/21 1-4pm

Delaware Twp.

$152,900

22 Hemlock Ct. Move-in ready 3rd ﬂr end unit Condo w/2BR, 2BA w/balcony. EIK, spacious LR. Close to major hwys, Hamilton Train Station & Veterans Park. (ID#6923551) 609-586-1400

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Pennington Boro.

Robbinsville

5/21 1-4pm

Hamilton

$458,700

18 Dogwood La. Immaculate, updated Ranch home with spectacular views. Screened porch, HW ﬂoors & more! (ID#3386746) 908-782-0100

East Windsor

$339,900

56 Brooktree Rd. Premium location, private lot backs to woodlands. Feat: 3 bed, 2.5 baths, family rm with brick ﬁreplace, 13x21 master bedroom, part. ﬁnished bsmt. Pristine Condition! (ID#6960484) 609-298-3000

Hopewell Twp.

$749,900

14 Fox Run Rd. Situated on a scenic cul de sac at the end of a winding drive, sits this stately custom built, 4 BR 2 ½ BT Colonial on 2.63 acres. Come enjoy the views! (ID#6977319) 609-737-1500

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$769,000

Robbinsville

25 Winterset Dr. Spacious ranch offers 4 BR, 3 BA includes a full in-law suite. Updated kitchen, reﬁnished hdwd ﬂrs, full basement. (ID#6978994) 609-586-1400

$352,872

Bridgewater Twp.

690 Donald Dr S. Master on main ﬂoor, updated kitchen, hardwood ﬂoors, expansive rear deck & more! (ID#3375971) 908-782-0100

$515,000

North Hanover

$365,000

Bristol Twp.

$274,900

Chesterﬁeld

5 Saddle Way. Stunning 4 bdr 2.5 bth E facing corner property! Many upgrades throughout, 1st fl office, Amazing kit, open flr plan. (ID#6953888) 609-921-2700

$445,000

97 Sandbrook Headquarters Rd. A gorgeous, lovingly refurbished home on 4 wooded acres in rural Delaware Township. Features a beautiful new kitchen with lots of cabinet space. (ID#6965762) 609-397-0777

Hopewell Twp.

$1,199,999

Hopewell Twp.

$779,000

Lambertville City

$599,995

18 Scudder Ct. Inviting 4BR 2 ½ BT. A classic Cape Cod that has been transformed into an ideal blend of traditional charm meeting the utmost in today’s open-concept ease of livability. (ID#6974117) 609-737-1500

$695,900

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Hopewell Twp.

8 Bayberry Rd. Newly-constructed home, set on 3.66 acres, as you enter down a long driveway past the pond, in picturesque countryside. 4BR 2 ½ Bath. (ID#6896630) 609-737-1500 5/21 12-3pm

Burlington

$230,000

Columbus

$408,000

Delaware Twp.

$475,000

East Windsor

$379,900

Lambertville City

$549,500

West Windsor

$729,800

6 Spencer Dr. Welcome to your new home with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, garage and basement within walking distance to the elementary school. A must see! (ID#6964538) 609-298-3000

7 Danny Lane. Nestled on an over 1 acre lot, offering 4 BRs, 3BA, gleaming HW ﬂR, renovated kit w/quartz counters, Master suite w/Jacuzzi tub. (ID#6931594) 609-921-2700

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54 Chesterﬁeld Jacobstown Rd. Historic Colonial (2,680 Sq Ft) on 4.7 Acre lot: Covered “Sitting” Porches, original ﬂoors, remodeled kitchen & inground pool. (ID# 6907441) 609-298-3000

2 Roosevelt Ave. Walk to Pennington from this 4 BR, 4 BT home with new kitchen, study, full ﬁnished walk out basement, & gorgeous backyard w/ pool. Close to Princeton, routes 1, 295 and trains (ID# 6957048) 609-737-1500

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450 Pheasant Ln. Exceptional home in a great neighborhood! New Roof and Windows in 2014, Newer appliances, Newer Central Air, Newer Sliding Glass doors. (ID#6847433) 215-862-9441

3 Merrick Pl. Light ﬁlled with striking architectural detailing & a wonderfully convenient location – truly make this home a unique example of beautiful practicality. 4BR 4BT. (ID#6996044) 609-737-1500

268 Holcombe Way. This beautiful end unit Patterson model townhome is situated on a professionally landscaped premium exterior lot. (ID#6937522) 609-397-0777

102 McDowell Dr. Welcome to Lambert’s Hill! This stunning three-bedroom townhome is meticulously maintained and situated on a premium wooded lot. (ID#6939845) 609-397-0777

107 Oak Creek Rd. Updated 4 BR, 3.5 BA colonial. Freshly painted, HW ﬂrs, high-end appl, open kit,2 master suites, fabulous wooded yard. Min. to NJ TPK, HWYs. (ID#6934765) 609-921-2700

36 Lakeshore Dr. Exceptional 4BR, 2.5BA, 3 car gar. stunning sunlit colonial, in serene and picturesque at Princeton Manor. Sunroom, private wooded backyard. (ID#6974075) 609-921-2700

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BRIDGEWATER $315,000 3402 Pinhorn Dr. This lovely move-in ready 3 BR, 2.5 BA townhome has updtd kit. w/granite counter & updtd BAs, plus W/B FP & cherry flrs in LR/DR. Dir: 3402 Pinhorn Drive. (Web ID 3379119) 908-874-8100

EAST AMWELL TWP. $699,000 Stunning contemp on 11+ acres. Rnvtd 2010 & packed w/designer elements & style: stone FP, kit. w/granite, SS app, wet bar, 4BR, 3.5BA, full w/o Finished Basement. (Web ID 3380694) 609-921-1900

$149,000 Location, Location. This spacious 2 BR, 2 1/2 bath end unit will not last. The large living room and dining room combo has a sliding door to allow access to the patio. (Web ID 6976992)

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EAST WINDSOR $249,900 Beautifully renovated 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA end unit townhome in Twin Rivers. First floor has gleaming hardwood floors & gorgeous kitchen. This home has it all. (Web ID 6968571) 609-448-1400

Jays

EWING TWP. $193,000 A 3 BR, 1 BA split level in Fleetwood Village w/ updated kitchen and appliances. Foyer enters into living room and proceeds to formal dining room. (Web ID 6849456) 609-448-1400

FRANKLIN TWP. $325,500 150 Saratoga Ct. Not just a home but a Lifestyle. Movein ready townhouse features 2 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths with one-car garage, plus corner fireplace and oversize patio. Dir: 150 Saratoga Court. (Web ID 3379564) 908-874-8100

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FRANKLIN TWP. $443,000

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Popular Concord with great room that is in move-in condition on a tree-lined backyard. Come and see you won’t be disappointed. Dir: 21 Jays Corner. (Web ID 3386268)

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HAMILTON $525,000 Unique home w/ cstm woodwork throughout full of charm & character. The large, eat-in kitchen includes a new stove with double oven, microwave and a center island. (Web ID 6927071) 609-448-1400

HILLSBOROUGH $780,000 Cstm 4 BR, 3.5 BA 5,000 sq ft deck home in Sourland Mtn near Princeton w/ 9+ acre, sep. entr. 1BR/1BA ste w/ kit., loft, LR, master on main, 9ft base, WD fl, Trek deck. (Web ID 3381420) 609-921-1900

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Freddie Gomberg LAWRENCEVILLE $499,900 A 4 BR, 2.5 BA home w/ updtd kit. w/ granite, cabinets, SS Viking gas range, brick FP, master w/ vaulted ceiling & WIC, finished basement & fenced yard w/ patio. (Web ID 6915573) 609-799-3500

LAWRENCEVILLE $1,385,000 This 5 BR, 4 1/2 BA cstm-built home on 5 secluded acres features a 2-story foyer, lg LR w/gas FP, formal DR & kitchen w/ cstm cabs. & granite cntrtps, plus heated pool. (Web ID 6902840) 609-921-1900

MANVILLE $375,000 511 East Frech Av. A 5 BR, 2.5 BA Col. in desired section of Weston set on an extra lg lot, w/ HW flrs, spacious closets, central vacuum and newer windows. Dir: 511 East Frech Ave. (Web ID 3380890) 908-874-8100

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Ann Harwood

MONTGOMERY TWP. $335,000 222 Tomahawk Ct. This lg 2 BR townhome w/ a 20 x 16 Loft has newer water heater & AC 2012, approx. 15 mins to Princeton & 20 mins to New Brunswick train. Dir: 222 Tomahawk Court. (Web ID 3385252) 908-874-8100

Norma Cohen

MONTGOMERY TWP. $648,500 A move-in ready 4 BR, 2.5 BA Colonial w/ 2-story foyer, updtd kit. w/ Quartz counter, SS range, microwave, under-mount sink, beautif landscap & 2-car gar. (Web ID 3385221) 609-921-1900

MONTGOMERY TWP. $749,900 Wish no more for all your wishes come true in this 4 BR with study, 2.5 BAs on a 2.6-acre property located in cul-de-sac in Montgomery Twp. (Web ID 3383594) 908-874-8100

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PLAINSBORO TWP. $1,149,000 8 Alfalfa Circle. Come see this beautiful St Andrews II model on a 1+ acre wooded lot in the Crossings at Grover Mills East Estate, featuring 5 BRs & 5 1/2 BAs. Dir: Deery Mtg to Alfalfa. (Web ID 6924429) 609-448-1400

PRINCETON JCT. $709,000 A 4 BR & 2.5 BA Colonial on cul-de-sac, brick front, main fl laundry, WB FP, updtd kit. w/ SS applcs., HW fls & 2-car garage. WWP Schools. (Web ID 6977306)

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Lori Janick

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Linda Twining

PRINCETON $929,900 A 5 BR, 2.5 BA home on corner lot, master w/ 2 WICs, marble BA w/ high-end finishes, updated EIK, full basement, screened porch, FP, close to major commuter rt. (Web ID 6806776) 609-799-3500

Yoomi Moon

TITUSVILLE $675,000 Historical farmhouse on a secluded 4.5-acre lot. Beautifully maintained & surrounded by gardens, pool & mature trees. Guesthouse w/ BR, full BA, loft & gas FP. (Web ID 6975733) 609-921-1900

Kelly Yu

WEST WINDSOR TWP. $525,000 A 4 BR, 3 full BA Cape with updated kitchen with granite and SS appliances, FP, hardwood floors, 2-car garage and WWP schools. (Web ID 6954009) 609-799-3500

WEST WINDSOR TWP. $849,900 Classic 5 BR, 3 & 2½ BA home facing east on a premium lot in West Windsor, w/over 4,500 sq ft of living space. Features HW floors on both levels. Minutes to schools. (Web ID 6921764) 609-921-1900

PRINCETON JCT. $739,000 This 4 BR & 2.5 BA Contemporary Colonial has HW fls, kit. w/42” maple cabinetry, Quartz counters, gas FP, sun porch, master w/ WIC, fin basement & WWP Schools. (Web ID 6845119) 609-799-3500

Joseph Baylis

TRENTON $169,000 Absolutely gorgeous almost new 3 BR, 2.5 BA townhome in the highly desirable Catherine S. Graham Square. Just move right in & enjoy the spacious open floor. (Web ID 6955266) 609-448-1400

Shehla Rupani WEST WINDSOR TWP. $1,099,900 This 4 BR & 4.5 BA in Princeton Oaks, brick front has in-law suite, kit. w/ granite, cherry cabs, SS applcs., lg pantry, master w/2 WICs, fin bsmnt & WWP schools. (Web ID 6856164) 609-799-3500

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