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Police departments plan National Night Out By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Aiming to bring the police departments and the communities they serve closer together, the East Windsor and Hightstown Borough police departments are joining their counterparts nationwide to host National Night Out on Aug. 1. Established in 1984, National Night Out was developed as a

crime prevention program that seeks to build a partnership between the police and the community. It was created by the National Association of Town Watch, which is a crime prevention group. In that vein, the East Windsor and Hightstown Borough police departments have each planned an assortment of activities designed to bring out the residents in their towns to spend

some time with police officers sharing food, music and a good time. East Windsor Township’s annual National Night Out will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at the East Windsor Police Athletic League complex at 30 Airport Road. The event will feature demonstrations by K-9 drug detection dogs, plus police, fire and rescue displays. Parents can have their child’s car safety seat inspected to

ensure it has been properly installed. For the children, there will be a moon bounce, a rock climbing wall, face painting and refreshments. The DJ’s from New Jersey 101.5 FM radio station will be there, too. The Hightstown Borough Police Department is having its annual National Night Out event on Aug. 1, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. It will be held at Rocky Brook

Park on Bank Street, next to the Hightstown First Aid Squad building. It, too, will feature fun, food, games, rides and much, much more. The first National Night Out event in 1984 was celebrated by 400 communities in 23 states. Last year, National Night Out was celebrated by 16,000 communities in all 50 states, plus U.S. territories.

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Hightstown Theatre in the Park will present its fourth season in Association Park this weekend along with the debut performance of the Park Way Players. Hightstown Theatre in the Park is an affordable, summer theater program for middle and high school students. This summer, in addition to the five-week evening session for the older children, the Park Way Players was created for children entering grades 4-8. Hightstown Theatre in the Park was created by Kerrie Peterson and is a joint program of the Hightstown Parks and Recreation Committee and Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission. Once again the program is led by artistic directors Jonathan A. Martin and Chrissy Johnson, who also co-own the newly formed Recess Theatre and Performing Arts Studio in Robbinsville. The Park Way Players will be presenting “Jackie and the Golden Comet” by Tyler Cramer. When Jackie, a young girl who loves science, is challenged by a school “tough-guy” to launch her rocket into space, she and her friends set out on an out-of-this-world adventure. But when Jackie and her friends accidentally bring an alien back to Earth, they realize their troubles may have only just begun. Immediately following “The Trials of Robin Hood” by Will Averil will be presented. The tale of Robin Hood is told from the perspectives of Maid Marian, The Sheriff of Nottingham and Robin himself. Then the audience must decide who is telling the truth. The two performances run less than two hours. Bring a picnic or purchase snacks at the park. Performances are open to the public and will be held at the Gazebo in Association Park on July 28 and 29 at 6:30 p.m., and July 30 at 3 p.m.

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Hanging out with some 'Art in the Park' Kids of all ages had fun painting at the Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission booth July 21. The kids painted flags, which were hung on a clothesline for an "Art in the Park" display. A few of the parents also decided to unleash their creativity along with their kids. Barb Harrington and Ann Marie Miller coordinated the free art project. The Cultural Arts Commission supports local arts and artists. It creates programs and events that bring visual and performing arts to town, and supports other local organizations in the arts. The next Fun Friday is August 25 in Memorial Park in Hightstown.

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East Windsor property tax bills will be delayed By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

East Windsor Township property owners should begin looking for their 2017-18 property tax bills, which have been delayed because of changes, early next month. The mailing of the property tax bills has been delayed until Aug. 7 because

of the late adoption of the state budget and changes to state aid to school districts. The third-quarter property tax bill is normally due Aug. 1, but because of the late mailing, East Windsor Township officials are extending the due date to Sept. 1 without penalty. If the bill is paid after Sept. 1, interest will accrue on that bill. Meanwhile, East Wind-

sor Township property owners will see a small increase in their property tax rates. The total tax rate for 2017 is $3.32 per $100 of assessed value, compared to last year’s tax rate of $3.31. Breaking down the tax bill, the East Windsor Regional School District tax of $2.09 per $100 of assessed value accounts for 62.7 percent of the overall tax bill.

The East Windsor Township municipal property tax rate of 43 cents accounts for 13 percent of the total tax bill, and Mercer County makes up the rest. For a home assessed at the township average of $258,287, the total tax bill is $8,575.13. Of that amount, the East Windsor Township municipal property tax is $1,122 -

based the municipal property tax rate of 43 cents, which is unchanged from 2016. “The 2017 municipal budget again reflects a zero tax increase, while retaining the same service levels. Thus, the municipal tax component has remained the same for five straight years,” Mayor Janice Mironov said.

phernalia and being under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance after being stopped at 11:32 p.m. July 17 n Bennington Drive. An officer was dispatched to a report of a suspicious vehicle that was running with the interior light on, occupied by two people in front of a residence on Bennington Drive. While speaking with the driver the officer suspected that she was driving under the influence. The driver was given field sobriety tests, arrested and later released pending court action.

Brunswick woman was arrested July 23 for DWI, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Mercer Street. During the motor vehicle stop, a passenger in the vehicle, identified as a 27year-old North Brunswick man, was arrested for aggravated assault on a police officer and resisting arrest. The driver was transported to police headquarters, she was found in possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. She was booked, processed, issued several motor vehicle summonses, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. The passenger was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and later released on a summons complaint with a pending

court date.

Mayor Mironov pointed out that East Windsor Township serves as the tax collector for itself, the school district and the county. Although property owners may make their checks payable to East Windsor Township, the township is responsible for distributing the money that is due to each governmental entity.

POLICE BLOTTER

The East Windsor Township Police Department initiated the following police reports through Wednesday, July 19, 2017.

A 26-year-old Hamilton man was charged with possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, maintenance of lamps and possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle after being stopped at 11:42 a.m. July 15 on Route 130. While on patrol an officer observed a vehicle with a brake light that was inoperable and a motor vehicle stop was conducted. The investigation revealed that the driver was in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The driver was arrested and later released pending court action.

A 23-year-old Hamilton man and a 19-year-old Hightstown woman were each charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia after being stopped at 1:20 p.m. July 16 on Dorchester Drive. An officer was dispatched to a report of suspicious people near the rear-wooded area of the Princeton Arms North II Apartment Complex. The investigation revealed two of the individuals located in the area were in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The two suspects were arrested and later released pending court action.

The Hightstown Police Department initiated the A 50-year-old East following police reports Windsor woman was from July 18 through July charged with DUI, reckless 25, 2017. driving, careless driving, A 29-year-old North possession of drug para-

Adult Correctional Facility, in lieu of bail.

An 18-year-old Newark man was arrested July 18 for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on North Main Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date.

A 40-year-old East Windsor man was arrested July 23 for an active warrant out of the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department, during a pedestrian stop on the 100 Block of Franklin Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and transported to the Mercer County Adult Correctional Facility.

A 21-year-old Bridgeton man was in the custody of the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department July 20 for an active warrant out of Hightstown Municipal Court. He was turned over to the custody of the Hightstown Police Department and subsequently transported to the Mercer County

A 46-year-old East Windsor man was arrested July 24 for an active warrant out of Hightstown Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop in the Shop Rite parking lot. Mr. Frasier was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released after posting bail.

Patient care technician sentenced to 12 years for sex crimes By Philip Sean Curran Staff Writer

When two women came to hospitals where Richard D. Smith of Princeton had worked as a patient care technician, he saw an opportunity to sexually exploit them, including one who had a seizure and could not speak or move.

In a New Brunswick courtroom Friday to get sentenced to 12 years in prison for his crimes, Smith, 42, cried a lot as he read through a prepared statement. He told Middlesex County Superior Court Judge Diane Pincus that he was “ashamed and sorry to be in front of you today.” He asked for forgiveness of his family and “my victims,”

neither of whom was in the courtroom, read a passage from the Gospel of John about confessing “our sins“ and cried when his sister and his nephew walked out of the courtroom before the proceeding was done. He stood from the front row of the jury box, the same place where 12 men and women would have decided his fate had the case

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gone to trial. But Smith, on March 1, took a plea bargain from the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office instead to avoid that. Smith pleaded guilty to two counts of first-degree aggravated sexual assault for offenses April 30, 2013, when he worked at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, in Hamilton, and then in Nov.17, 2015, at University Medical Center of Princeton, in Plainsboro. The plea deal called for 12 years in prison, with the judge on Friday recommending that he serve the time in the state’s sex offender prison in Avenel. He could have faced 10 years to 20 years on each sexual assault offense, in which the Prosecutor’s Office could have petitioned the judge to have him serve the sentences consecutively, rather than concurrently. When the time came for her to speak, the judge kept repeating how “vulnerable” Smith’s victims were, and noted that a psychologist at the Avenel facility had noted that Smith would commit another offense if he were not treated. Public defender Susan Martin, Smith’s lawyer, said in court that Smith wants treatment for what she called his “issues.”

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WHAT’S GOING ON Fri., July 28

Mon., July 31

Movie: Before I Fall at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Zoey Deutch. Rated PG-13, 98 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth-2.5 years and a caregiver. Join us for singing and rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys. Draw it! Figures in Action from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For ages 9-14. Learn how to draw superheroes in action poses and create realistic drawings of people. Led by a local teen volunteer.

Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing & painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Lunch Time Meditation from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Presented by library staff member Leena, a 10-year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. ESL Writing from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers).

Sun., July 30

The Cranbury Museum’s latest exhibit, “Vinyl, A Magical History Tour,” will be featured from 1 to 4 p.m. at the museum, 4 Park Place East, Cranbury. From Sousa through Springsteen, this exhibit provides a visual tour of notable vinyl records and their accompanying album covers through the decades. On display are more than 200 records, featuring genres that include: British Invasion, Psychedelic, Punk, Folk, Jazz, Blues and Rock. In addition to LPs, 45s and 78s are also on display. Enjoy the music, history and visual tour of this fabulous collection.

Thurs., Aug. 3 Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4481330. Everyday English at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138

prove the quality of your life. This is a three-session series on Monday, Aug. 7; Wednesday, Aug. 8; and Thursday, Aug. 9. Call the library to register for the series at (609) 448-1330.

Wed., Aug. 9 Crafts & Games for Adults at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for card games, Scrabble, Checkers and other traditional board games or make a fun craft. Ages 14 to adult. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. No registration is necessary.

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A thousand books Soham Ghosh beams with pride after reading “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten." To celebrate this accomplishment, he will have a “I Read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten at the Cranbury Public Library” sign on his front lawn through July and August. Sign-up is ongoing at the library. Soham will be a kindergartener in the fall. Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Taught by ESL instructor Stephanie Owens. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4481330.

Fri., Aug. 4 Movie: The Whole Truth at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular

movie starring Keanu Reeves. Rated R, 93 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.

Mon., Aug. 7 Heartfulness Meditation at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Practical sessions on Heartfulness Meditation with Yogic Transmission. Experience simple yet effective guided relaxation and meditation techniques. Reduce stress, calm your mind and im-

Conversational English as a Second Language from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join librarian Mary Elizabeth Allen to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4481330. Everyday English at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Taught by ESL instructor Stephanie Owens. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4481330.

Fri., Aug. 11

Movie: The Zookeeper’s Wife at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Jessica Chastain. Rated PG-13; 124 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. The East Windsor congregation of Beth El Synagogue will have a relaxed, musical, family friendly Friday night service at 5:30 p.m. The service will be held at Thompson Park, Perrineville Road and Schoolhouse Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831, between Grove 1 and 4, by the Gazebo on the Lake. The evening provides a wonderful opportunity to meet our welcoming clergy and friendly congregation. Bring your own chairs and/or blankets as limited seating will be available. In case of inclement weather, services will be held at Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ. Visit www.bethel.net or call (609) 443-4454 after 1 p.m. for updates. Call (609) 443-4454 or e-mail admin@bethel.net to RSVP.

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Calendar Continued from Page 3 of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4481330. Everyday English at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Taught by ESL instructor Stephanie Owens. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 4481330.

System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Meryl Streep. Rated PG13; 110 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.

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Mystery Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing In Cold Blood by Sat., Aug. 19 Elks Lodge 1955 24th Truman Capote. New memRed Cross Blood Drive bers are always welcome. will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Elks 110 Wed., Aug. 23 Embroidery Circle will Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor NJ. The goal meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory will be 43 donors for this Corner Branch of the Mercer blood drive. The will be County Library System, 138 double unit machines at Hickory Corner Road, East Fri., Aug. 18 this drive. All presenting Windsor. Whether you are Movie: Florence Foster donors will receive a looking to create your first Jenkins at 2 p.m. at the coupon for a Dunkinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; stitch or expand your skills, Hickory Corner Branch of Donuts medium iced cof- learn new methods and techthe Mercer County Library fee and a donut. You can niques, or share embroidery art and craft ideas, the Embroidery Circle is open to all skill levels - including absolute beginners. Bring embroidery projects you are working on to share with others or work in the good www.windsorheightsherald.com company of fellow embroiwww.cranburypress.com ders. No registration is necBernard Kilgore, Group Publisher 1955-1967 essary. Mary Louise Kilgore Beilman, Board Chairman 1967-2005

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Friday fun Several children participated in the Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission booth July 21. The creations by the kids were hung on clothesline for an "Art in the Park" display. Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Taught by ESL instructor Stephanie Owens. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.

Fri., Aug. 25 Movie: The Sense of an Ending at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Matt Damon. Rated PG-13, 108 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hick-

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Continuing events

Nonfiction Book Group will meet at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Please call the library at (609) 448-1330 for the book title. No registration.

Wed., Aug. 30 Hickory Corner Book Discussion will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing Princess by Jean Sassoon. New

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MERCER COUNTY NOTES 4-H officials encourage entries for 99th annual fair

Have you perfected a new skill or hobby this year? Maybe you started a project a while back and have finally finished it. Well, bring it over to the 99th annual Mercer County 4-H Fair and the coveted Blue Ribbon could be yours. This year the fair will be celebrated July 29-30 at the Howell Living History Farm in Hopewell Township. There are many “Open Division” categories at the fair you do not need to be a 4-H member to exhibit. Your special family recipe, homegrown vegetable or creative project could earn a ribbon, and the general public is encouraged to submit entries. The fair will celebrate 4-H’s long association with Mercer County and Howell Farm by featuring family friendly activities, such as arts and crafts, animal shows and farm tours. This year’s theme is “99 Ways to Shine in 4-H.” Visit http://mercer.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h/fair, where you will find the fair exhibit book and a complete schedule. Any class listed — including arts and crafts, photography, foods, gardening, clothing, woodworking and more — may be entered under the Open Division. Projects will be received from the general public for entry in the fair on Friday, July 28, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Howell Living History Farm. The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 29, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 30. Admission and parking are free. Children’s activities, hay rides, music and exhibits will take place throughout the fair. Plenty of food and drink, including homemade ice cream, will also be available. The opening ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. on July 29. For more information about 4-H or entering projects in the fair, please contact Altaira Bejgrowicz at the Mercer County 4-H Office at (609) 989-6830 or email bejgrowicz@njaes.rutgers.edu.

Jewish Family & Children’s Service accepting program participants

Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Greater Mercer County is currently accepting 11th and 12th grade teens (as of the 2017-2018 school year) to participate in Gesher LeKesher, a Jewish peer leadership program. As Gesher “Madrichim” (Peer Leaders), teens lead a group of 7th - 9th grade “Talmidim” (Learners) in outreaches addressing trending topics from a Jewish perspective including friendships, the impact of social media, peer pressure, healthy dating relationships and addressing antiSemitism on campus. This is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills which can be used in college and beyond while meeting and working with other Jewish 11th and 12th graders in the Greater Princeton Mercer Bucks area. Last year’s Peer Leaders represented 10 area high schools. Gesher LeKesher meets six hours each month - two Monday night trainings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and an additional outreach time either Monday/Wednesday night or Sunday morning. For more information, please visit www.jfcsonline.org/gesher-lekesher/ or contact Celeste Al-

bert at 609-987-8100 x210 or celestea@jfcsonline.org.

Songbird banding program planned at preserve On select Sunday mornings this summer, visitors to the Fiddler’s Creek Preserve in Titusville will experience a “behind-the-nets” look at an active field research project. Bird in the Hand: Songbird Banding Program will take place on Sunday, July 30, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Visitors will learn about the research taking place and see wild birds up close as they are banded, measured and released. A member of the Mercer County Park Commission’s Naturalist staff will act as a host to the guests by interpreting the banding process, as well as answering questions about the purpose, goals and importance of conservation projects of this nature. As part of the research taking place, wild birds will be gently and safely captured in delicate nets by a licensed bird bander and ornithologist. While the birds are in hand, the Naturalist staff will share information about each species’ identification, behavior and ecology, and guests will get to see these beautiful creatures up close before they are released. This program emphasizes the importance of science to conservation and land stewardship. The Fiddler’s Creek Preserve is the Park Commission’s youngest reforestation area. Volunteers and staff planted trees and shrubs in fall 2012. As the reforestation area grows into forest, regular monitoring of the plant and bird community is important. Birds are considered an indicator species. Their presence, or lack thereof, is directly related to habitat type and quality. As the recently introduced plants and trees emerge to change the vegetation composition, the bird species frequenting the area should also change and develop. The bird banding program will monitor the dynamics of the preserve’s bird community. Species previously banded include field and song sparrow, common yellowthroat, indigo bunting, bobolink and many others. This program requires registration and children over 6 years old are welcome. Please be aware this program is held in a field; shelter and restrooms will not be available. Fee is $20 per adult, $10 per child. For more information and to register, please call 609-888-3218 or e-mail natureprograms@mercercounty.org.

fresh water ecology, testing Mercer Lake’s water, kayaking creeks and coves and observing wildlife. Aquatic Adventure Camp also includes activities such as fishing, taking a ride on the pontoon boat, hiking and a cookout. Campers will memorialize their week by making a gyotaku T-shirt to bring home. The Park Commission’s Summer Nature Camps are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and spots are limited. At this time, the Park Commission is unable to provide before or after care for children attending camp. For more information and to download registration forms, please visit https://mercercountyparks.org/#!/activities/summer-naturecamps.

Park commission plans first campout on Baldpate Mountain

The campfire will be crackling, children laughing and meteors visible in the night sky during the Mercer County Park Commission’s Come Out and Play Campout scheduled for Friday, Aug. 11, to Saturday, Aug. 12, weather permitting. For the first time, families will be able to spend the night on Baldpate Mountain and experience the park like never before. The Come Out and Play Campout is designed to provide a unique summer experience. Those interested can register through www.mercercountyparks.org. Cost for in-county residents is $20 per person; out-of-county residents, $30 per person. REI will be on site to assist participants with tent setup on Friday evening. For more information, call (609) 8883218. Legal Notices EAST WINDSOR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC NOTICE of MEETING Notice is Hereby Given, of the revised start time for the next meeting of the East Windsor Regional Board of Education. DATE: START TIME: LOCATION:

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Park commission plans Aquatic Adventure Camp The Mercer County Park Commission’s Nature Programs will host thrilling and educational summer camps for children ranging in age from pre-K to eighth grade. The summer camps are developed and instructed by the Park Commission’s team of Naturalists. The Aquatic Adventure Camp will be held at Mercer County Marina, July 31 through Aug. 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If your child loves being on the water observing nature, then Aquatic Adventure Camp will be a perfect fit. Designed to balance the fun of summer with science, Aquatic Adventure Camp will have your child diving into

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SPORTS

Team effort carries Babe Ruth squad to state title By Bob Nuse Sports Editor

The West WindsorPlainsboro Babe Ruth 15year-old all-stars have not relied on just one or two players this summer. The team has seemingly had contributions from different players every night, with each player making an impact at some point as WW-P finished third in the District One tournament and went on to win the Southern New Jersey State Tournament. With the win in the state tournament, WW-P advanced to the Mid-Atlantic Regional, which took place this week in Niskayuna, N.Y. “That has been one of the big keys to our success, different kids every night come through for us,” WW-P manager Sean Bluni said. “Each game we have a different couple kids contribute. Every player has done something to help us win a game this summer. It is a true balanced team effort. We have some really good players. But this year there has not been just one or two to carry us. We get contributions from the whole roster.” The WW-P team includes Princeton residents Ted Durbin and Judd Petrone, Plainsboro residents Justin Lockwood and Andrew SantaMaria, and West Windsor residents Will Raeter, Austin Hodges, Chris Bluni, Nate Millinger, Josh Eisenberg, Jack Dileo, Ian Muni, Luke Potts, Jake Naddelman and Eli Foster. Bluni’s coaches are Tom Dileo and Mike Potts. WW-P swept through the SNJ state tournament at Vet-

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Pictured are members of the West Windsor-Plainsboro 15-year-old Babe Ruth All-Stars, who captured the Southern New Jersey state championship with a 7-4 win over Hamilton. In the front row (left to right) are: Will Raeter, Austin Hodges, Chris Bluni, Andrew SantaMaria and Nate Millinger. In the back row are: manager Sean Bluni, Josh Eisenberg, Ted Durbin, Jack Dileo, Ian Muni, Luke Potts, coach Tom Dileo, Justin Lockwood, Jake Naddelman, and coach Mike Potts. Missing from the photo are Judd Petrone and Eli Foster. erans Park in Hamilton, posting wins over Millville, Jersey Shore and Hamilton, before clinching the title with another win over Hamilton. In a 7-4 win in the final, Durbin picked up the win on the mound with relief help from Hodges. Eisenberg, Raeter and Dileo, who was named the tournament’s Sportsmanship Award winner, each had two hits in the win. Eisenberg drove in three runs. In the winners bracket final, which was a 3-1 win over Hamilton, Muni pitched a superb game to lead the team to the win. “We were fortunate that

the kids played great,” Bluni said. “They were really ready to go and wanted it. There were four teams from districts that made it to the state tournament and we were third in districts. It was a great effort by all the kids. “We have kids from West Windsor, Plainsboro and Princeton. We have been able to pick up kids from different towns and that has helped with the growth of the league.” The title was the first for this group of players in any tournament since the majority started playing together in the Little League days. “This was the first time

we had advanced to states,” Bluni said. “I think we were third last year and the year before. It was a great experience and the kids rose to the occasion. We played some very close games in districts. We had a tough extra inning game that spent a lot of our pitchers. But we were ready to go for the states. “It’s a great mix and the kids have meshed well together.” The title comes at a good time for WW-P as the program looks to build momentum for baseball in its towns as well as Princeton and Cranbury, which are also part of the league.

“The Little League numbers are down and Babe Ruth numbers are down, but we tried hard to get the kids into the program,” Bluni said. “We got a lot of kids in and we are glad they decided to play this summer. There are a lot of options with school ball and travel. To mix in the Babe Ruth is tough.” But this group came together and played its best in the state tournament to earn a berth in the regional, which began with pool play on Tuesday. Bluni hopes other players in the area see how well this year’s team has played and it works as a spring-

board to having more players on the field. “The Babe Ruth program is a great program,” Bluni said. “Local kids play locally and they get to keep playing against their friends in a nice community environment. Hopefully by doing well in the post season that will help our program next year and in years to come. They had a great experience in the state tournament. It was close so a lot of family and neighbors and friends came out. That was good and hopefully we will have a good experience at the regional and that will create even more excitement.”

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Nathan Detroit (played by Steve Rosen, second from right) is determined to set up a high-stakes craps games in “Guys and Dolls.”

When You See a Crowd Standing and Cheering Loud... You can bet they just saw ‘Guys and Dolls’ at Bucks County Playhouse By Anthony Stoeckert

Elena Shaddow as Sarah Brown and Clarke Thorell as Sky Masterson in “Guys and Dolls” at Bucks County Playhouse.

tanding ovations have become so common that most of them are meaningless. They’re usually limp affairs, starting with a handful of people who will stand for anything, followed by a few others, and then a few more, probably out of pressure or even to get a head start on exiting the theater. But the on-the-feet appreciation given to Lesli Margherita after the opening night performance of “Guys and Dolls” at the Bucks County Playhouse was the real deal. Most audience members stayed in their seats through the curtain call, cheering enthusiastically for the actors who had thoroughly entertained them for two and a half hours. When Margherita came out, everyone jumped out of their seats and a loud ovation became thunderous. It was a genuinely exciting moment, and well earned because you’re not going to find a better performance on any stage anytime soon. Margherita is brilliant as Miss Adelaide, the frustrated fiancée of Nathan Detroit. She is true to the character but infuses Adelaide with her own personalty. Her voice is a powerhouse, soaring at times. Her exaggerated “New Yawk” accent is a hoot, and she brings terrific touches, like impossibly high hiccups to “Bushel and a Peck,” and some of the funniest eye twitching you’ll ever see. She’s the best reason to see this production, but far from the only one. On stage in New Hope, Pennsylvania, through Aug. 12, this staging, directed by Hunter Foster, is a home run. It’s almost perfect.

“Guys and Dolls” premiered on Broadway in 1950. Its book was written by Abe Burrows and Jo Swerling, based on stories by Damon Runyon. Set in New York City around the 1920s and ’30s, it’s about gamblers and degenerates, and based on this show, those characters made Manhattan one heck of a fun place. Nathan Detroit (played by Steve Rosen) runs a floating crap game, a fact he hides from Miss Adelaide, his fiancée of 14 years. Nathan has a chance to make a lot of money because some wealthy players from around the country are in town looking for action, but the cops are cracking down on gambling, and the only place that will host Nathan’s game is charging $1,000, paid in advance. Nathan tries to swindle Sky Masterson (Clarke Thorell) into a bet about the popularity of cheesecake and strudel, but Sky doesn’t fall for it. Sky does, however, bet Nathan that he can take any woman of Nathan’s choice out to dinner — in Havana. Nathan picks Sarah Brown (Elena Shaddow), the missionary devoted to cleansing Broadway of sinners like Nathan and Sky. “Guys and Dolls” truly is one of the great shows of all time. Frank Loesser wrote the songs, and each and every one of them is terrific. The uptempo numbers are funny and catchy, and the love songs will touch your heart. And in between those songs are two terrific love stories and lots of laughs. As good as everyone is, the female leads stand out because Shaddow is nearly as good as Margherita.

Her voice fills the room on “I’ll Know” when Sarah is resisting Sky (or doing her best to resist him). Then she shows another side of her voice with “If I Were a Bell,” which is sweet and sexy at the same time. Steve Rosen is a fine Nathan Detroit. His singing is solid on “The Oldest Established” but this part really comes down to comedy, and Rosen gets plenty of laughs. He’s very funny during such moments as Nathan trying to get Sky to make the bet; his banter with the owner of a local garage; and especially during Nathan’s antics with Big Julie (Brendan Averett) when the big game finally takes place. Julie, an intimidating presence to say the least, keeps losing, and to change his luck, he rolls his own dice, which don’t have spots — but it’s OK, because he remembers where the spots were. Darius de Haas and Blakely Slaybaugh play Nicely Nicely Johnson and Benny Southstreet, Nathan’s sidekicks, and these two, along with Rosen, do a great job with the show’s Runyon-esque language. And de Haas brings the house down with “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ The Boat.” If there’s a misstep here it’s Thorell as Sky. Thorell’s credits are impressive (“The Front Page,” “Annie,” and “Hairspray” on Broadway), and his voice is superb. But he fumbled some lines throughout the evening, and he didn’t bring the suave associated with Sky. But Thorell does sing Sky’s biggest number, “Luck Be a Lady Tonight” with gusto. “Guys and Dolls” likely has more big laughs than other musicals, especially between Nathan and Miss Adelaide. Nathan may be lying about not gambling anymore, but then Adelaide has told her mother that she and Nathan have been married for more than a decade. Not only that, but she told her mother she and Nathan have five kids, and a sixth on the way. Margherita and Rosen are a delight as Adelaide tells Nathan all of this. But the actors also bring heart to these characters. Rosen’s Nathan is genuinely touched by a letter written by Adelaide’s mother, and on “Sue Me,” which starts off funny, we find out that deep down, these two care about each other. Another heartfelt moment comes when Sarah’s grandfather Arvide (played by Lenny Wolpe) sings “More I Cannot Wish You” to her. The sets by Anna Louizos are charming and relatively simple. They feel like a show rather than a realistic depiction of New York, and it works. Nicole V. Moody’s costumes are spot-on, and Jeremy Dumont’s choreography is perfect. Director Foster stays true to the material, capturing it perfectly, but also bringing some new things, such as a very funny cow and some suggestive butter churning to “Bushel and a Peck.” Toward the end, we’re treated to a real gift when Shaddow and Margherita team up for “Marry the Man Today.” Seeing these two performers sing together was thrilling. The song starts out funny, especially when Sarah corrects Adelaide’s grammar, but by the end, the two voices are soaring and these women are defiant. The only downside is that after they were done, the show was almost over.

“Guys and Dolls” continues at Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, through Aug. 12. Tickets cost $40-$85; bcptheater.org; 215-8622121.

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By Anthony Stoeckert

A Safe Place for New Plays The New Feathers reading series will showcase works by area writers

lays need to be performed, and the New Feathers play-reading series in New Hope is giving the writers of Princeton’s Witherspoon Circle the opportunity to put their newest works in front of an audience. The series will debut at the Raven Resort in New Hope, Pennsylvania, Aug. 6, beginning at 6 p.m. It will continue on the first Sunday of each month (the September reading will take place on the second Sunday because of the Labor Day holiday) through the end of the year. Writers in the Witherspoon Circle meet regularly to share what they’re working on. Many of the members participated in a similar group at Passage Theatre in Trenton. “We’re all playwrights working on projects, and obviously as a writer you write independently in your own room or your own area, so it’s really helpful to hear your work out loud, interact with other people and hear people’s opinions on it,” says James Christy Jr., a playwright whose 2016 drama “A Great War” received four Barrymore Awards, which honor the best work in Philadelphia theater each year. Christy says meetings usually involve writers reading short chunks of their works, but sometimes they also read full plays. “It’s for writers by writers and it’s a very positive atmosphere, we’re supportive and everybody is rooting for each other,” he says, adding that getting feedback is an important part of the writing process. “The thing about feedback is that it can be very helpful, but it also can be damaging if the feedback is not delivered in a helpful and structured way,” Christy says. New Feathers was started by Mandee K. Hammerstein. Hammerstein’s career has involved a lot of work in theater, including at the Bucks County Playhouse after it reopened in 2012. When the Raven’s general manager, Armando Martinez, was looking for events to bring to the resort’s entertainment room, Hammerstein went to her theater roots. “I’ve always loved new work, working behind the scenes with actors and singers, and getting to know their process was the most exciting part of anything I’ve ever

done,” Hammerstein says. “For example, at the Bucks County Playhouse, just seeing the development progress and how people embody these characters seemed so artistic and creative and new, and it felt like such a privilege to be in that room.” The Aug. 6 program will include staged readings of six works, each running about 10 to 15 minutes: “The Forever Question” by Christy; “Good Counsel” by Lisa Huberman; “The Big Kiss Off” by Michele Aldin Kushner; “To Greatness!” by Greg Nami; “Compelling Spencer” by Ian August, and “It’s Only Logical” by Barry M. Putt Jr. Christy says his play is part of a longer piece. “It’s a relationship comedy, a man and a woman, and we’re seeing them through the stages of their relationship,” he says. “There are a lot of flashbacks and flash-forwards.” As it starts, the couple has a young child and the woman is raising the idea of having a second. “They’re in the middle of all the feedings and the teething and it’s a difficult time and the father can’t wrap his head around why she wants to have another child right now,” Christy says. “This will be part of a piece about why we have kids — why people go through this whole process and lose their independence and all these things.” Hammerstein says the name “New Feathers” plays on the Raven, which was named after the Edgar Allan Poe poem. She also notes that the resort is known for acceptance and being non-judgmental, making it the perfect place for writers to reveal their newest works and as a result, themselves. “With all of those things in mind, it just seemed to make for a perfect home for someone to go up there and show their work for the very first time,” Hammerstein says.

The New Feathers play reading series will take place at the Raven Resort, 385 W. Bridge St. New Hope, Pennsylvania, Aug. 6, Photo by Mandee K. Hammerstein 6 p.m. Admission costs $15 and are availMembers of the Princeton-based Witherspoon Circle writers group whose able at eventbrite.com. For information on plays will be performed at The Raven include (clockwise from left): Greg the Raven Resort, go to www.theravenNanni, John Augustine, Lisa Huberman, and Barry M. Putt Jr. Sitting on the newhope.com or call 215-862-2081. floor is Michele Aldin Kushner.

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ARTS NEWS

ARB names executive director

American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School announced today that Julie Diana Hench has been selected as the organization’s executive director. Her start date is Sept. 1, 2017. “On behalf of the board and the entire organization, I am very pleased to extend a warm welcome to Julie Diana Hench,” said Chuck Metcalf, chair of the organization’s board of trustees. “American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School are recognized as leaders in their respective fields throughout the tri-state area, as well as on the national landscape, and it is imperative we have an experienced leader to maintain and build on the excellent reputation of the entire organization.” Hench most recently served as executive director of Juneau Dance Theatre, a nonprofit arts organization in Juneau, Alaska. She managed all administrative aspects of the school including finances, development, personnel, programming, outreach, promo-

tion and marketing. During her tenure at JDT, she facilitated collaborations with local artists and arts groups to enrich the dancers’ experiences, grow audiences and broaden the organization’s impact. She helped JDT become a partnering organization with the Kennedy Center’s “Any Given Child” initiative in an effort to expand arts education in Juneau public schools, and worked with JDT Artistic Director Zachary Hench to create Juneau’s first-ever summer intensive program. She also taught all levels of the school and served as a repetiteur for the George Balanchine Trust, enabling the school to present Balanchine’s work onstage. “I am thrilled to join the team and look forward to guiding this organization into its next exciting chapter,” Hench said. “All the pieces are in place for tremendous growth, enabling American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School to further its mis-

sion of bringing joy, beauty and artistry to New Jersey and beyond.” Hench received a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and served as President of the University of Pennsylvania’s Association of Alumnae. During her presidency, she raised funds for student scholarships, organized educational events and worked to restructure board committees in an effort to better achieve the association’s mission. She has written for Playbill and continues to research and write for various dance publications such as Dance, Dance Spirit and Pointe, and has been named Contributing Editor at Dance Teacher magazine. A New Jersey native, Hench studied at the School of American Ballet in New York City, where she was a Princess Grace Award nominee. She danced as a principal with San Francisco Ballet and Pennsylvania Ballet, performing lead roles in classical repertoire such as “La Sylphide,” “Romeo and

Juliet,” “Swan Lake,” “Giselle” and “The Sleeping Beauty.” She has worked with choreographers such as Christopher Wheeldon, William Forsythe and Mark Morris, among others, and appeared as a guest artist with New York City Ballet and several international touring groups. Princeton Ballet School was founded in 1954 by Audrée Estey. It currently serves approximately 1,200 students, starting at age 3, and includes a large open enrollment division for adults. Princeton Ballet School has studios in Cranbury, New Brunswick, and Princeton and offers classes in ballet, modern dance, jazz, hip-hop, CardioBallet and CoMBo (Conditioning for the Mind and Body). Students from the school have gone on to dance in professional ballet and contemporary dance companies in the United States and abroad.

MOVIE TIMES Movie and times for the week of July 28 to Aug. 3. Schedules are subject to change. HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908874-8181): The Emoji Movie (PG) Fri.Thurs. 12:05, 2:30, 4:55, 7:2, 9:45. The Dark Tower (PG13) Thurs. 7:45, 10:05. Atomic Blonde (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45. Girls Trip (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10. Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 12:55, 4:05, 7:15, 10:25. Dunkirk (PG13) Fri.Thurs. 12:15, 2:50, 5:25, 8, 10:35. War for the Planet of the Apes (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 1, 4, 7, 10. Spider-Man: Homecoming (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 10:30. . MONTGOMERY CINEMAS(609924-7444): Dunkirk (PG13) Fri.-Thurs.

2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50. A Ghost Story (R) Fri.-Thurs. 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:40. The Big Stick (R) Fri.-Thurs. 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 9:55. Maude (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 2, 4:35, 7:10, 9:45. The Midwife (NR) Fri.-Thurs. 2:05, 4:45, 7:25, 10:05. Lady MacBeth (R) Fri.Thurs. 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:30.

PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): The Big Stick (R) Fri. 4, 7, 8:15, 9:35; Sat. 1, 4, 7, 8:15, 9:35; Sun. 1, 4, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 2:30, 5:15, 8. Lost in Paris (NR) Fri. 3:45, 6; Sat. 1, 3:45, 6; Sun. 3:45, 6:45; Mon. 2:30, 5; Tues. 2:30, 4:30; Wed.-Thurs. 2:30, 5. Art on Screen: Michelangelo (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m. Deconstructing The Beatles’ Revolver (NR) Mon. 7:30 p.m. National Theatre Live: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (NR) Tues. 7 p.m. Hollywood Summer Nights: Mildred Pierce (1945) (NR) Wed. 7:30 p.m. Rumble Fish (1983) (R) Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

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THINGS TO DO

FARMERS MARKET

2017 Capital City Farmers Market, Mill Hill Park, located at 165 East Front St. Hand-crafted teas, produce, sweet treats, cold pressed juices, prepared foods and more, through Oct. 26. Thursdays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 31 & Main Farmers Market, Campus Town, located adjacent to The College of New Jersey in Ewing (GPS address: 1928 Pennington Road/Route 31). Featuring vendors selling fruits, vegetables, cheese, meat, honey, fresh pasta, baked goods and more. Markets also feature cooking demonstrations, health screenings, live music and special events, through Oct. 29. Sundays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.31mainfarmersmarket.com; 443-248-6738. Princeton Farmers Market, Hinds Plaza, 55 Witherspoon St. (next to the Princeton Public Library). Seasonal and organic produce from local farmers, flowers, crafts and a variety of edibles, through Nov. 16. Live music 12:302:30 p.m. Thursdays 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. princetonfarmersmarket.com. West Windsor Community Farmers Market, Vaughn Drive Parking Lot of the southbound side of the Princeton Junction. (Use 2 Vaughn Drive for GPS.) Host to 16 regional farms, 11 artisan food and natural product vendors. For for sale include locally grown fruit and vegetables, mushrooms, pastured meats and poultry, fresh coastal seafood, cheese, milk, farm fresh eggs and more. There also is an on-site knife- and blade-sharpening service. Also includes live music, cooking demonstrations and community organizations, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Thanksgiving. manager@westwindsorfarmersmarket.org.

STAGE

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” Outdoor stage on campus of the College of Saint Elizabeth, 2 Convent Station, Morristown. Shakespeare’s romantic comedy about love, acting and fairies, set in a magical forest, through July 30; shakespearenj.org; 973-408-5600. “The Bungler,” Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s F.M. Kirby Shakes Theatre, Drew University campus, 36 Madison Ave. Moliere’s comedy, translated by Richard Wilbur, about a clueless young lover and his servant helping him to win the heart of a beautiful gypsy girl, through July 30. $29-$69; www.shakespearenj.org; 973-408-5600. “The Threepenny Opera,” Performed by ActorsNET of Bucks County at The Heritage Center, 635 N. Delmorr Ave., Morrisville, Pennsylvania. Musical about the outlaw Macheath (“Mack the Knife”) who returns to town to marry the daughter of the beggar king, through July 30. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. www.actorsnetbucks.org; 215-295-3694. “Hair,” Washington Crossing Open Air Theatre, Washington Crossing State Park, 455 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville. Rock musical set in the 1960s about political hippies in New York City, through July 30, 7:30 p.m. www.downtownpac.com; 267-885-9857.

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A Tale as Old as Time

Patrick O’Leary will play the Beast in Newtown Arts Company’s presentation of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” at the Newtown Theatre, 120 N. State St., Newtown, Pennsylvania, Aug. 3-9. Based on the beloved animated movie, the show tells the story of Belle (Jordan Virgil) who lives in a small town and dreams of an exciting life, and ends up a prisoner of the Beast, a cursed prince. The show features such songs as “Be Our Guest” and “Human Again.” Tickets cost $22-$25; www.newtownartscompany.com; 1-800-838-3006. “The Crucible,” Presented by Princeton Summer Theater at Hamilton Murray Theater on the campus of Princeton University. Arthur Miller’s 1953 Tony-winning play that uses the Salem witch trials to examine the manic effects of mass hysteria in society, through Aug. 6. Performances: Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m., 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. There will be talkbacks with the director, cast and creative team following the July 28 and Aug. 4 performances. Tickets cost $29.50, $24.50 matinees and for students; www.princetonsummertheater.org; 732-997-0205. “Wagon Wheels West,” Performed by Somerset Valley Players, 689 Amwell Road, Hillsborough. Musical western spoof musical in which Chuck Wagon gets stranded in the tiny town of Vinegar Bottle and has to battle his way out of a heap of big trouble, through Aug. 6. Performances: Fri.Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Tickets cost $15, $13 seniors/students; www.svptheatre.org; 908-369-7469. “Guys and Dolls,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S.

Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Musical classic about gamblers in New York City, based on stories by Damon Runyon, through Aug. 12; buckscountyplayhouse.org; 215862-2121. “Annie Get Your Gun,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Musical by Irving Berlin about the legendary sharp shooter. Songs include “Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better” and “There’s No Business Like Show Business,” July 28 through Aug. 6. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $20, $18 seniors, $16 students/children;www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333.

CHILDREN’S THEATER “Amelia Earhart Forever,” Presented by Princeton Summer Theater at Hamilton Murray Theater on the campus of Princeton University. Amelia and her plane soar through history in the adventure for young audiences. After each

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performance, actors will come out to meet with children, sign their programs, and talk about their characters and the play, July 28-29, 11 a.m. www.princetonsummertheater.org. “Beauty and the Beast,” Washington Crossing Open Air Theatre, Washington Crossing State Park, 455 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville. Original musical written and directed by Louis Palena, telling the story of the Beast and Belle, through July 30. Performances: Fri.Sat. 11 a.m., Sun. 4 p.m., $5; www.downtownpac.com; 267885-9857. Seussical Jr., Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. The Bucks County Playhouse Youth Company will present a one-hour, family-friendly adaptation of the Broadway musical “Seussical Jr.” tailored especially for young audiences. Featuring a cast of performers ages 13 to 19, Aug. 2-12. Performances: Thus.-Sat. 11 a.m., Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m., Aug. 6, 7:30 p.m., Aug. 10, 11 Ann Blyth and Joan Crawford star in the 1946 film a.m. Tickets cost $15, $10 children ages 4-12; buckscoun- “Mildred Pierce,” which will be shown at the Princeton Garden Theatre, Aug. 2 as part of the typlayhouse.org; 215-862-2121. theater’s Hollywood Summer Nights series of classic movies. The series will continue with Francis Ford Coppola’s “Rumble Fish” on Aug. 3. Admission costs $11, $3 18 and younger. Dress in the JAZZ, CABARET, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. theme of the movie and get free popcorn. The theLe Cabaret Francais, The Mansion Inn, 9 So. Main St., ater is located at 160 Nassau St., Princeton. For New Hope, Pennsylvania. Cabaret hosted by Barry Petermore information, go to www.thegardenson, with lyric books, sing-along and special performing theatre.com or call 609-279-1999. guests, first Wednesday of each month, 7:45-10 p.m. $10 drink minimum; 215-740-7153. p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is Chely Wright, The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788. Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Concert by country artist Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadknown for such songs as “Shut Up and Drive” and “Single walader Park, Trenton. Ellarslie Open 34. Cadwalader White Female,” July 28, 8 p.m., $35-$45; www.therraz- Park: An Olmsted Vision: Exhibit highlighting Cadwalader zroom.com; 888-596-1027. Park and its world-famous designer, Frederick Law OlmDavid DeLuca, Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren sted, who designed Cadwalader Park and Central Park in St., Plainsboro. Singer-songwriter will play hits from the New York City. Exhibitions on both floors of the museum will 1950s to the early ‘70s, July 29, 2 p.m. Free; 609-275-2897. run, through Sept. 17 with various complementary events, Brute Force with Daughter of Force, Randy Now’s lectures and tours. Hours: Wed.-Sat. noon to 4 p.m. www.elMan Cave, 134 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown. Brute Force larslie.org; 609-989-3632. recorded for Beatles label, Apple. Ben Charter will also perHistorical Society of Princeton at Updike Farmstead, form, July 29, 8 p.m., $12; mancavenj.com; 609-424-3766. 354 Quaker Road. Frank Lloyd Wright at 150: The ArchiRyan Tennis, Princeton Shopping Center, 301 N. Harri- tect in Princeton. The exhibition features architectural drawson St., Princeton. Concert of acoustic ballads, roots funk, ings by Wright from the Historical Society’s collection, reggae and afro-Caribbean, Aug. 3, 6-8 p.m. (Bring a lawn telling the story of Wright’s sole Princeton clients and the chair.); artscouncilofprinceton.org; 609-924-8777. Frank Lloyd Wright house that could have been, through Jeffrey Gaines, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Dec. 31. Hours: Wed.-Sun. noon to 4 p.m. $4; princetonFarnsworth Ave., Bordentown. With guest opener, Jenny history.org. Cat of Jenny and the Felines, Aug. 4, 7 p.m., $25; manMorven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princecavenj.com; 609-424-3766. ton. “Newark and the Culture of Art: 1900-1960.” The exKaren Akers in Vive La Chanson, The Rrazz Room, hibit explores the unique combination of art and industry 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Akers that made Newark a magnet for modern artists in the early will celebrate the melodic charms and heartfelt emotions of 20th century. Morven’s exhibition celebrates the culture of music made famous by Piaf, Aznavour and more, while mix- creativity that flourished alongside John Cotton Dana, the ing in some American songs, Aug. 5, 7:30 p.m. $45; visionary figure in the organization of the Newark Library www.therrazzroom.com; 888-596-1027. and Newark Museum. Through his efforts art, industry and Retro Futura Tour 2017, 15 Livingston Ave., New society were brought together to inspire the everyday Brunswick. Featuring Howard Jones, English Beat, Men Newark citizen through accessible and beautiful exhibitions. Without Hats, Modern English, Paul Young and Katrina, Dana’s goal was to educate by presenting examples of suAug. 9, 7 p.m. $35-$85; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246- perior design to the greatest number of people possible, in7469. cluding Newark’s immigrant and working-class population; Lyle Lovett and his Large Band, State Theatre, 15 Liv- making art a vital part of Newark’s culture and society. ingston Ave., New Brunswick, Aug. 10, 8 p.m. $35-$85; Morven’s nearly 50 loans hail from public and private colwww.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469. lections from across the country and will reflect Dana’s vision by including painting, textiles, ceramics, and sculptures, through Jan. 28, 2018. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of 924-8144. Princeton University, Princeton. “Great British Drawings Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St. (at George from the Ashmolean Museum,” featuring more than 100 Street) on the College Avenue Campus of Rutgers, New works from the 17th to the 20th centuries, through Sept. Brunswick. Cats vs. Dogs: Illustrations for Children’s Lit17. “Transient Effects: The Solar Eclipses and Celestial erature. Featuring more than 40 drawings and collages by Landscapes of Howard Russell Butler.” Exhibit brings to- Frank Asch, Mary Chalmers, Tony Chen, Roger Duvoisin, gether experts from the sciences and art history to present Shari Halpern, Lois Lenski, Ward Schumaker, and Art Seithe history of Howard Russell Butler’s paintings and the den. The exhibition emphasizes the strength of visual elestory of the artist who created them. Butler (1856-1934) was ments in storytelling, especially for children learning how to a graduate of Princeton University’s first school of science, read, through June 24, 2018. This exhibit is open to the through Oct. 15; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 public Fridays through Sundays. Museum hours: Tues.-Fri.

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GALLERIES

Gourgard Gallery at Town Hall, 23-A N. Main St., Cranbury. “Digital Alchemy by Phillip McConnell,” featuring work by McConnell, a glitch artist blending different aspects of photography (landscape, portrait, urban, nature and macro) with different concepts of glitch art (VHS, aesthetic, vapor wave), through July 28; “Celebration III” by Creative Collective Group. The Creative Collective is dedicated to fostering a creative and nurturing community for artists, artisans and art lovers in central New Jersey and beyond, Aug. 6-25. Opening reception, Aug. 6, 1-3 p.m. Artist demo by Lucretia E. McGuff-Silverman, Aug. 13, 13 p.m. Open studio, Aug. 20, 1-3 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also open July 9, 16, 1-3 p.m. www.cranburyartscouncil.org. The Uncommon Common Place, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Works by photographer Oleg Moiseyenko on view on the renovated second floor of the Princeton Public Library, through Aug. 1. artscouncilofprinceton.org. Nassau Hall to Hoagie Haven: Princeton Paintings by James McPhillips, Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Featuring paintings by the artist known for his “Prince-ton” bumper stickers featuring a rendering of music legend Prince, through Aug. 1. artscouncilofprinceton.org. 2017 Mercer County Senior Art Show, Meadow Lakes Gallery, Etra Road, off Route 571, East Windsor. Exhibit sponsored by the Mercer County Division of Culture & Heritage and the Office on Aging features original artworks created within the past three years, from drawings to paintings to crafts, by Mercer County residents age 60 or older. Firstplace winners will go on to the statewide competition, the New Jersey Senior Art Show, to be held Sept. 21 through Oct. 20 at Meadow Lakes, through Aug. 4; meadowlakesonline.org; 609-448-4100. “Our World through Artists’ Eyes,” D&R Greenway Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton. Garden State Watercolor Society’s 48th annual exhibition, through Aug. 21. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.drgreenway.org; 609-924-4646. Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren Street, Plainsboro. Collection of abstract pencil works inspired by science by Plainsboro artist Sarah Morejohn, July 29 through Aug. 23. Reception with the artist, Aug. 6, 2-4 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 609-275-2897.

COMEDY

Princeton Catch a Rising Star, 102 Carnegie Center, West Windsor. Don Jamieson, July 29; Rick D’Elia, Aug. 5; catcharisingstar.com; 609-987-8018. Stress Factory, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. Julia Scotti, July 28-29, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., $20; Matinee Sunday Night Live with Talent and Friends, July 30, 3 p.m., $25; George Lopez: The Wall Under Construction Tour, July 30-31, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., $53; Open Mic Night, Aug. 2, $5; Chris Johnson with special guest, Aug. 3, 7:30 p.m., $20; Vir Das, Aug. 4-5, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., Aug. 6, 7:30 p..m., $32; www.stressfactory.com; 732-545-4242.

DANCE

Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Weekly Wednesday Contra Dance, Aug. 2, 8-10:30 p.m. (Instruction at 7:30 p.m.), $10; www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Dancing and Dessert, Plainsboro Municipal Complex, 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro. Dance lesson by Candace Woodward-Clough with desserts, coffee and tea, Aug. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. 609-799-0909, ext. 1719.

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An antique steam engine provides hayrides at the Mercer County 4-H Fair.

July 29-30 Mercer County 4-H Fair at Howell Farm The 99th annual Mercer County 4-H Fair will take place at Howell Living History Farm in Hopewell Township, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., July 29, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., July 30. The fair will celebrate 4-H’s long association with Mercer County and Howell Farm by featuring family-friendly activities, such as arts and crafts, animal shows and farm tours. This year’s theme is “99 Ways to Shine in 4H.” There are many “Open Division” categories at the fair, you do not need to be a 4-H member to exhibit. Your special family recipe, homegrown vegetable or creative project could earn a ribbon, and the general public is encouraged to submit entries. Projects will be received from the general public for entry in the fair, July 28, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Howell Living History Farm. Go to mercer.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h/fair for the fair exhibit book and a complete schedule. Any class listed — including arts and crafts, photography, foods, gardening, clothing, woodworking and more — may be entered under the Open Division. The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 29, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 30. Howell Farm is located on Valley Road, just off Route 29, in Hopewell Township. The GPS address is 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell Township.

July 29 MCCC Faculty dance performance Mercer County Community College’s dance faculty will present a free performance, “Dance Dialogues,” beginning at 8 p.m. in the Studio Theatre on the college’s West Windsor Campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. According to Dance Program Coordinator Jody GazenbeekPerson, this is the college’s first full faculty dance concert, with every member of the faculty contributing original work. Donations will be accepted at the door. All concert proceeds will be used towards future concerts and student scholarships. The Studio Theatre is located next to Kelsey Theatre. Donations will be accepted at the door, with proceeds going toward future concerts and student scholarships. For more information, go to www.mccc.edu.

July 31 ‘Fantastic Beasts” screening at Princeton Library The Princeton Public Library will host a screening of “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” beginning at 6:30 p.m. Inspired by the J.K. Rowling book of the same name, and written and produced by Rowling, this 2016 fantasy film is a spinoff of the Harry Potter film series. The film is set in 1926 New York and chronicles the adventures of writer Newt Scamander in a secret community of witches and wizards. Running time is 2 hours, 13 minutes. The library is located at 65 Witherspoon St. For more information, go to www.princetonlibrary.org or call 609-924-9529.

Van of Hopes and Dreams

Affirmative Art made a stop at the Arts Council of Princeton’s ‘Pop In’ space on Hulfish Street. By Anthony Stoeckert Features Editor On July 20, I found myself sharing bad drawings I made to a table of strangers, while talking about my hopes and dreams. I was at the Arts Council of Princeton’s new “Pop In” space to cover an event there and find out what the space is all about. The event was a workshop by Eirik Jarl Trondsen and Sika Foyer, who were in town as part of their “Affirmative Art Tour.” Affirmative Art is a project Trondsen and Foyer founded in which participants “visually define our purpose in life on paper,” according to Trondsen. The exercise involved writing and drawing on a large piece of paper. In the middle of the paper was a triangle, which had four triangles drawn into it. In one triangle, I was to list three activities that are important to me. In another I was to draw three people who support my dreams, and in another, three things I’m proud of. In the center triangle, I was assigned to draw an image of myself. I held my ground and resisted doing that last task. Sharing details of my life with strangers is not my kind of thing, but Trondsen, who was born in Norway and lived in Africa in 20 years, convinced me. He has a way about him, as he introduced me to everyone as his “friend,” even though we had met minutes earlier, and encouraged me and created a welcoming atmosphere. My “art” (I use that term loosely)

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consisted of simple faces — stick figures without sticks, but Trondsen praised them. “Oh come on,” I said after he complimented a face I had drawn. “No, there’s something there,” he replied. “You’re very kind,” I told him. Trondsen and Foyer’s visit was part of their Affirmative Art Tour of the U.S. They previously toured the country in 2016, including a visit to the Princeton Montessori School. For this year, Foyer reached out to the arts council about a workshop in Princeton. As it turned out, the arts council had the ideal spot in its “Pop In” space at 10 Hulfish St. in Princeton, next to JaZams toy store. It’s also near this summer’s “Energy Playground” Parklet, a rest and activity spot that is located in parking spaces outside JaZams. During Affirmative Art’s stop in Princeton, the van Trondsen and Foyer travel in was parked next to the Parklet. The van is painted with various scenes, each from a different stop on the tour. Trondsen started Affirmative Art in Africa in 2012. “Living in Kenya, I realized, ‘How can you make people express what they truly want, what’s in their heart, what they want for their community or as individuals?’” he said. “So that’s where it started from, Affirmative Art. It’s a tool for people to join in and discuss what they want for the future, either for themselves or the

Eirik Jarl Trondsen drove his van of art to Princeton during a stop by Affirmative Art at the Arts Council of Princeton’s summer “Pop In” space. community.” Then MIT gave him a fellowship to work on the project, which is when he got the idea to bring the Affirmative Art concept across the States. “In the U.S. there also are people who have lost direction and art can be a tool for giving people direction through an image they make themselves,” Trondsen said. So in May of 2016, Trondsen and Foyer drove the van from MIT to Los Angeles. “The van become part of the art piece, where people express their dreams or sometimes where they came from,” Trondsen said. As he talked, he pointed to images on the van that were painted in such places as Cleveland, Flint, Michigan, D.C. Philadelphia and Harlem among others. The “Pop In” space is sponsored by the Arts Council of Princeton and Palmer Square. It will host DIY-type public workshops and other events during the summer.

The Stonybrook-Millstone Watershed will host WOW (Wonders of Water!) programs throughout August. The workshops will focus on streams and what people can do to prevent water pollution and flooding. Demonstrations will be about stream critters, water conservation, rain barrels and more. These programs are scheduled for Aug. 3, Aug. 10, Aug. 17 and Aug. 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Aug. 10, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., the “Pop In” space will host “Bringing Light to Re-purposed Threads.” Participants can learn how to make an LED key chain out of re-purposed fabric, building a simple circuit and embedding an LED light into a fabric key chain. The program is for people 6 and up, and will be presented by Sustainable Princeton. For more information, go to artscouncilofprinceton.org.

Pam Hersh

Sips and song at open mic night Talent is getting a chance to shine at a Princeton coffee spot “Look at me, I’m as helpless as a kitten up a tree . . . “ On a recent 95-degree day, the calming piano rendition of Erroll Garner’s jazz standard “Misty” emanating from the speakers at the Nassau Street Starbucks belied the chaotic environment. The over-burdened ice machine was malfunctioning, as a tour group of about 40 Princeton University wannabes and their parents crowded into the store. A dozen teenagers (I think from one of Princeton University’s summer camps) followed the tourists and ordered complicated creamy, frothy, and syrupy drinks. The overwhelmed Starbucks servers must have felt as helpless as kittens stranded up a tree. Much to my forever admiration, however, they stayed focused and continued to serve the thirsty and demanding hordes in an efficient and friendly manner. “Music helps,” said Connor Ernst, one of the shift supervisors for the store. Connor was referring to more than the soothing Starbucks background music. He decided several months ago to bring music to the forefront at Starbucks by bringing live music to the rear of the store on a regular basis. Ernst — with the help of his colleagues, friends and relatives — is producing open mic nights at the store, when people of all ages get to serve up their musical talents (for the most part) to anyone who will listen. Since March, four Open Mic Nights have taken place, with a fifth expected to take place in August. The 23-year-old Ernst, with tattooed pictures of a keyboard, guitar pic and musical note on his arms, has made music a key ingredient in every aspect of his life. At Hightstown High School, he was known as “the music man” for his love of performing (keyboard, guitar, and vocals), writing music, and arranging other performances. He chose to go to college at Bel-

Connor and Claire Ernst performing at an open mic night at Starbucks in Princeton. Connor started organizing the shows in March. mont University in Nashville, Tennessee, where the 24-7 music scene — bursting with talent and creativity — captivated him. Convinced music production, as opposed to performance, was his future, he returned to New Jersey with the goal of bringing Nashville to Princeton. His employer is allowing him to take a small step toward his career goal of becoming a music producer by being in charge of these open mic nights at the Princeton Starbucks. In addition to getting experience in the production of music events, Ernst’s open mic nights allow him to be a music missionary and bring the joy of the Nashville music environment to Princeton and “in doing so, give back to the community of people in Princeton who support the store,” he said. “Chain stores often get a bad

rap for not being part of the community, but I know this store is like a second home to many of our customers.“ Ernst acknowledged, however, that he is not the musical genius in the family. “My younger sister Claire, a junior at Hightstown High School, acquired the real talent gene from my parents who are both professional musicians,” he said. His father Charlie Ernst is a jazz pianist and his mother Lisa is a singer. They met while on tour with Mary Wilson, best known as the founding member and longestmember of The Supremes. “Claire can do everything I do [write, sing, play keyboard and guitar] but does it so much better,” Ernst said. “She has raw talent. At the first open mic night, Claire and I did most of the performing. But now we are attracting

a lot of people who want to perform. At the last event, we had more than 40 people.” His 20-year-old brother Jack also works at Starbucks and considers himself a music aficionado with zero talent of his own. “I share my brother’s enthusiasm for these events and help as much as I can, but I leave the performing to my older brother and younger sister,” Jack said. The two brothers look forward to the possibility that Starbucks will combine these open mic nights with coffee tastings and food promotions. The Ernst siblings believe that music — with a shot of coffee — soothes the frazzled soul and builds bridges to the community.

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Dr. W. Thomas Gutowski, III

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What is osteoarthritis? Arthritis is a general term meaning joint inflammation. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, but the most common type is osteoarthritis, which affects approximately 27 million Americans. Osteoarthritis is a progressive breakdown and erosion of the cartilage in a joint. Cartilage is a rubbery material that covers the ends of the bones in normal joints. It helps ensure that joint bones don’t rub together. Over time, as cartilage wears away, the joint can no longer function properly. This produces swelling and stiffness, which can impact the tendons and ligaments of the joint

What are the symptoms? Symptoms of osteoarthritis can range from mild to debilitating. They may include: • Swelling and stiffness in the joint • Pain or a dull ache that usually develops gradually over time • Pain that is worse in the morning and feels better with activity • Pain that flares up with vigorous activity Although symptoms can vary, in most cases they gradually progress and become more severe over time.

What causes osteoarthritis? Aging increases the chances of developing osteoarthritis, though the severity of the disease is different for everyone. Even people in in early stages of life can develop some form of arthritis. Other risk factors include: • Family history • Obesity • Injuries like fractures in the joint •Overuse

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walk, play golf and ride a bike after recovering from surgery, but high-impact sports like distance running are not advised Ultimately the decision to have joint replacement surgery is yours, with counseling and direction from your doctor, physical therapist and your other healthcare providers. If you wait too long, however, and lose muscle mass and flexibility it can make your recovery more challenging. If you experience chronic knee or hip pain, see your doctor sooner rather than later to learn about your options for treatment. The Jim Craigie Center for Joint Replacement at UMCP offers a thorough program of pre- and post-operative care for patients receiving total knee or hip replacements. The center was recently rated as “high performing” in the 2016-17 Best Hospital rankings published by U.S. News & World Report. To find an orthopaedic surgeon affiliated with Princeton HealthCare System, go to www.princetonhcs.org or call 888-742-7496.

cans receive total joint replacement surgery each year, according to the National Institutes of Health. Hip and knee replacements are the most commonly performed joint replacements, but replacement surgery can be performed on other joints as well including the shoulder, ankle, wrist and elbow. During total joint replacement, the surface of the joint — where cartilage has eroded away and bone meets bone — is replaced with an implant to allow smooth movement. The vast majority of patients undergoing contemporary joint replacement achieve excellent results and are able to return to an improved and robust lifestyle. However, joint replacement surgery is a major surgery. Although advances in technology and medical care have made the procedure safe and effective, there are risks, including blood clots and infections. You can help reduce your risk for many of these complications by: • Losing weight, if you are overweight • Controlling other co-existing medical conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure • Not smoking •Limiting or eliminating the use of alcohol •Maintaining a healthy diet •Practicing good hand washing techniques • Performing your exercises as directed by your physical therapist • Most patients can expect to

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Princeton Day School students to perform at Edinburgh Fringe In August, students and faculty from Princeton Day School will return to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to perform Qui Nguyen’s “She Kills Monsters,” a contemporary play set in the pre-internet ‘90s and filled with physicality and dramatic combat scenes. The PDS production will be the first licensed production of “She Kills Monsters,” professional or amateur, to be performed in the United Kingdom. Performances will take place Aug. 5-7 and Aug. 9. “To bring the production to

life, our performers spent many rehearsal hours working with stage combat choreographers and movement specialists in an effort to bring over a dozen epic battles and sequences to the stage,” said Stan Cahill, who’s directing the show. The female characters revel in Geek Culture and battle a “giant gelatinous cube,” a “beholder,” and a five-headed dragon called The Tiamat, as well as many others, according to Mr. Cahill. “It is also a hilarious script, and the play’s theatricality and physicality is

only part of its allure,” he said. “She Kills Monsters” explores themes of acceptance, sexuality and female strength, all set against a 90’s era soundtrack. The students have been working on the production for months, and it was performed at the Spring Performing Arts Festival on campus in May. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe takes place each year in August in Edinburgh, Scotland. It’s an open-access performance art festival. Last year’s festival showcased 3,269 shows in nearly 300 venues.

Open space group receives grant Friends of Princeton Open Space has been awarded a $1,400 Franklin Parker Excellence Grant to support outdoor education programs led by Cast members of Princeton Day School’s production of “She Kills Monsters” by Qui FOPOS. Nguyen include (from left): Danielle Hirsch of Newtown, Pennsylvania; Hope AmmiThe funds will be used to don of Princeton; Liv Sheridan of Lawrenceville; Emily Trendof Pennington and Nate purchase equipment such as microscopes, insect nets and water Jones of Princeton.

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children’s groups to continue its environmental education work with the new equipment. The grant is the third award received by FOPOS under the Franklin Parker program, which is administered by the New Jersey Conservation Foundation. Previous grants were used for projects in the 400-acre Mountain Lakes Open Space Area that surrounds FOPOS headquarters at Mountain Lakes House, and included planting native trees, shrubs and wildflowers, constructing deer exclosures to protect plants, and removing invasive species. Anyoone interested in volunterring, joining, or donating can go to www.FOPOS.org.

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Here I am with my family. Jonathan, Abigail, Laurel, and my husband Tom.

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. Tell us about yourself. A. I grew up in a small town called Silver Creek, which is in the western section of Chautauqua County, NY, an hour past Buffalo on Lake Erie. I’m still a diehard fan of the Buffalo Bills. I then worked as a flight attendant for American Airlines for 18 years, traveling the world, before going into Real Estate.

. Tell us about your family. A. My husband Tom works for American Airlines as a 777 Captain Check Airman. He recently had the honor of serving as one of the four captains who flew Pope Francis during his U.S. visit. We have three children, who attended St. Paul’s School in Princeton and Notre Dame High School (’09, ’11, ’13) in Lawrenceville. Jonathan graduated Rutgers Engineering program and works for TD Securities, Abigail is a grad student at Rider going for a Masters in Clinical Mental Health, and Laurel is graduating Seton Hall in May 2017 and continuing there in the fall for grad school.

. What do you like to do for fun? A. I love taking our Cavalier King Charles dogs, Shamrock and Sebastian, for walks on the many

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nature trails in the area. I also love to entertain and enjoy volunteering in the community. Most importantly, I cherish when my family of five can coordinate our busy schedules to spend some quality time together.

. What do you see in the future for Real Estate? A. Real Estate is continuing to change quickly with the times. More listings will have interactive floorplans, 3D virtual tours, aerial drone pictures, etc., and the industry will continue to find new innovations for enticing buyers. Buyers search online, wanting to be equipped with as much information as possible before choosing to visit a home, and I anticipate that trend continuing with the aid of technology.

. To what do you attribute your success in Real Estate over the past 20 years? A. I am patient with my clients and enjoy educating them on real estate in our area. I do my best to treat each client and property with the same care. I don’t believe in cutting corners when it comes to providing service or marketing a home as I would my own, no matter the size of the home or the price point. My motto is “From starter to stately homes, and everything in between.” I also maintain my knowledge of the ever-changing inventory, have excellent negotiating skills, and stay up to date on industry technology. Here are my two dogs, Shamrock and Sebastian, playing in our backyard.

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1026 Lawrence road OPen HOUSe SUnDaY 7/30 1-4pm Find charm & character around every corner in this stately, well-kept 5 BR, 4/2 BA Colonial located on 3+ acres w/Princeton address. Updated eIK adjacent to Fam Rm w/activity loft. office/library w/wet bar & in-law/ au-pair suite on 1st flr. three season sun room overlooks multilevel deck & IG pool. MBR suite w/frplce & French drs to private balcony. Full, finished walk-out bsmnt. New HVAC, septic system & recently updated electrical panel.

Charm & elegance is reflected in this majestic updated five bedroom Colonial. Large front porch with white soaring pillars, mature landscaping & circular driveway. Inside, traditional but stylish appointments include arched doorways, custom built-ins, pocket doors, decorative columns, bay windows w/window seat, hrdwd flrs & handmade frplc mantle w/framed mirror. Renovated stateof-the-art kit w/high-end SS applcs, granite counters, breakfast area & butler’s pantry. FDR & FLR allow for elegant entertaining. Comfortable family room/den for casual gatherings. Bright & sunny 450+ Sqft great room addition. Master BR w/multiple closets boasts a luxurious en-suite bath w/Jacuzzi tub & separate shower. Four additional spacious BRs & 2 full baths await peaceful nights. Walk-out bsmnt w/full bath & rec room. 3 car gar w/ample shelving for storage, cute wood play house & plenty of grassy area make this a wonderful place to call home. Conveniently located to NYC/PHL train station & major highways.

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1405 Hampton Road OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 7/30 1-3pm Prestigious Yardley Estates within Lower Makefield Twp. Over 6,000 sqft including the finished basement! Treed yard with pond on a private cul-de-sac, 24 years young, 3 car garage, volume ceilings, skylights, hardwood & marble flooring, separate Main Level Office, on an oversized .83 acre lot, all by a custom builder. Enjoy low $11,647 taxes in beautiful Bucks County PA!

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NEWTOWN WALK - COUNCIL ROCK SCHOOLS Lower Makefield Twp., Fully renovated 196 year old farmhouse has been upgraded to the max! Original beams & stone walls blend seamlessly with brand new Kitchen, roof, windows, HVAC, Baths & more. Massive Basement with space for multiple rooms. 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 5,200 sqft with economical gas heat surrounded by million dollar homes! Wonderful suburban location just minutes from I-95, Route 1 & trains to NJ & NY.

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$300,000+ in upgrades in this 3,550 sqft 4 year young brick end-unit facing the park! Granite Kitchen, hardwood floors, wainscoting in most rooms, recessed lighting, modern lighting, tasteful neutral paint tones throughout, finished basement, separate Loft ideal for Office or Nanny Suite, 5-zone gas HVAC & a maintenance-free lifestyle within a short walk to historic Newtown Borough!

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BRANCHBURG $579,000 WOW! What a beautiful 4 BR, 2.5 BA home. Impeccably maintained & updated by the original owner. The kitchen and all baths are updated. Enjoy the nice yard. (Web ID 3399193) 908-874-8100

CHESTERFIELD TWP. $499,000 You will instantly fall in love w/ this elegant east-facing home in the desirable Cross Creek Development in Chesterﬁeld. Features 4 BRs, 3 full BAs & lg kit. (Web ID 6999119) 609-448-1400

CRANBURY $869,900 A 5 BR, 3 BA home w/ 2-car gar, FP, HW t/o 1st ﬂr & new carpet t/o 2nd. Kit. w/ granite, double wall ovens, SS double sink, black SS fridge & dishwasher. (Web ID 1715539) 609-921-1900

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CRANBURY $1,117,999 This 8 BR & 7.5 BA custom home is on 1.5 acres of resort-like land, features home-theater w/ 10ft projector, salt water I/G & oversized 3-car gar. WWP schools. (Web ID 6941582) 609-799-3500

Michael Jarvis

EAST WINDSOR $219,900 Fantastic Dunmoor model with master BR on main level + 2 BRs on upper level. Three skylights and hardwood ﬂooring upstairs, plus a spacious back yard. (Web ID 7002432) 609-448-1400

EAST WINDSOR $237,900 A beautifully redone rare 3 BR condo in East Windsor w/ lots of kitchen cabinet space, new gleaming granite countertops and new black stove and microwave. (Web ID 7018789) 609-448-1400

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EAST WINDSOR $239,900 This beautifully renovated 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA end unit townhome in Twin Rivers features 1st-ﬂoor w/ gleaming HW ﬂoors & gorgeous kitchen. This home has it all. (Web ID 6968571) 609-448-1400

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HIGHTSTOWN $499,999 New construction home in the Borough of Hightstown. Photo is artist rendering of already approved 2,837 square foot, 4 BR, 2.5 BA new construction home. (Web ID 6983566) 609-448-1400

HILLSBOROUGH $235,000 908-H Merrit Dr. End unit townhome in Somerset Park has kit. w/ SS appl., granite cntrtps, remdld BAs, HW ﬂs in LR & DR, new carpet t/o. Dir: 908-H Merrit Dr. (Web ID 3401926) 908-874-8100

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HILLSBOROUGH $299,000 26 Brower Ln. Charming home, move-in ready w/ updated kitchen & BA, screened porch, 2-car detached garage situated on almost an acre. Dir: 26 Brower Lane. (Web ID 3400147) 908-874-8100

HILLSBOROUGH $949,999 Estate Style home with full brick front, 5 BRs, 4BAs, over 4,000 SF, ﬁn. bsmt. w/ media room for viewing movies, expansive deck & park-like back yard. (Web ID 3403954) 908-874-8100

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HOPEWELL $749,000 Classic Hopewell charm at its ﬁnest. This Victorian beauty sits on 4.74 acres in excellent condition, maintained impeccably w/ top-of-the-line ﬁnishes throughout. (Web ID 6922866) 609-921-1900

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KENDALL PARK $359,900 A 4 BR, 2 full BA ranch has updated EIK w/ SS appliances, updated bathrooms, Newer HE washer/ dryer, large lot, 1-car garage attached, no basement. (Web ID 7020419 609-799-3500

LAWRENCEVILLE $449,500 Look no further! Situated in the much sought-after Estates at Lawrenceville, you will ﬁnd this recently painted, meticulously maintained 4 BR, 2 1/2 BA home. (Web ID 7013259) 609-448-1400

LAWRENCEVILLE $479,900 A 4 BR, 2.5 BA home features updated kit. w/ granite, SS Viking gas range, brick FP, master w/ vaulted ceiling & WIC, ﬁn. basement & fenced yard w/ patio. (Web ID 6915573) 609-799-3500

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LAWRENCEVILLE $649,000 A turn-of-the century, solidly built house, on 9-plus acres, bordering the Carson Woods Preserve. Features 5 BRs, 3 BAs and a tranquil, park-like setting. (Web ID 6972517) 609-921-1900

Linda Twining

MANVILLE $359,900 511 East Frech Ave. A spacious 5 BR, 2.5 BA Col. in desired section of Weston set on lg lot w/ HW ﬂrs, central vacuum & newer windows. Dir: 511 East Frech Ave. (Web ID 3380890) 908-874-8100

Christina Wang

PENNINGTON $585,000 This 3 BR, 2.5 BA Col. on tree-lined street features an EIK, LR w/ WB FP & windows ovrlkng front yard, plus a lndscpd back yard w/mature trees, plantings & patio. (Web ID 6987387) 609-921-1900

Susan Eelman

PRINCETON $895,900 This 5 BR & 2.5 BA home on corner lot has master w/ 2 WICs, marble BA w/ high-end ﬁnishes, updtd EIK, full bsmnt, screened porch & FP. Near major commuter rt. (Web ID 6951532) 609-799-3500

Michael Mayo

SOUTH BRUNSWICK $365,000 Oﬀ a cul-de-sac setting & backing to a wooded area in North Village area of Princeton Walk is this immaculate O`Hara model townhome w/ 2 BRs, 2.5 BAs & bsmt. (Web ID 1721373) 609-921-1900

SOUTH BRUNSWICK $449,000 On a cul-de-sac, this home offers top-rated schools, 3 BRs, 2.5 updated BAs, 1st flr den/office, lg yard & paver walkway, plus partial fin. basement & new roof. (Web ID 1800555) 609-921-1900

Norma Cohen MONTGOMERY TWP. $545,000 Don`t dream about owning the perfect 5 BR home in Montgomery. This freshly painted & reﬁnished home has HW ﬂrs, I/G pool. Your dream is for sale for $545,000. (Web ID 3396317) 908-874-8100

Lori Janick PRINCETON JCT. $569,000 4 BR & 3 full BA Colonial w/ open concept family rm to updated EIK, brick WB ﬁreplace, master en-suite w/ WIC, deck, yard & I/G pool. WWP Schools. (Web ID 7007656) 609-799-3500

Veronica Vilardo SOUTH ORANGE $449,000 A 3 BR & 2 full BA Colonial w/ HW flrs, WB fireplace, heated sun room, bonus room on 2nd flr, full basement, detached 2-car garage & large back yard w/ deck. (Web ID 6998946) 609-799-3500

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MONTGOMERY TWP. $709,900 609-737-1500 MLS #7020906

HOPEWELL TWP. $724,900 609-737-1500 MLS #6977319

HOPEWELL TWP. $549,900 609-737-1500 MLS #6982845

MONROE TWP. $260,000 609-298-3000 MLS #6946330

BRANCHBURG $319,900 908-782-0100 MLS #3401730

BRIDGETON TWP. $349,000 215-862-9441 MLS #6994386

HAMILTON $339,000 609-586-1400 MLS #7022870

HAMILTON TWP. $106,500 609-397-0777 MLS #6995715

HOPEWELL TWP. $1,595,000 609-737-1500 MLS #7016121

LAMBERTVILLE CITY $689,900 609-397-0777 MLS #6837229

MT. LAUREL $140,000 609-298-3000 MLS #6914159

NORTH HANOVER $359,900 609-298-3000 MLS #6907441

PHILADELPHIA $700,000 215-862-9441 MLS #7018981

RARITAN TWP. $469,900 908-782-0100 MLS #3381735

ROBBINSVILLE $464,900 609-921-2700 MLS #7008576

ROBBINSVILLE $209,900 609-586-1400 MLS #6960388

TRENTON $299,000 609-586-1400 MLS #7006282

TRENTON $130,000 609-298-3000 MLS #6964538 / 6980913

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