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Candlelight vigil planned for victims of domestic violence By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

A Somerset County non-profit organization is planning to host a candlelight vigil in the coming weeks aimed at remembering the lives lost, as well as those currently affected, as a result of domestic violence. Safe + Sound Somerset will hold its 29th annual Candlelight Vigil on Thursday, Oct. 5 at the Warren Township Municipal Building in observance of October’s designation as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The annual somber, yet inspi-

rational event will take place at 7 p.m. and will bring an opportunity to help put a face to the men and women who endured emotional, mental and physical trauma in their personal lives. Safe + Sound Somerset officials said this year’s event will feature the first-hand accounts of what one domestic abuse survivor went through, while community leaders will address the consequences of abuse beyond the victims: on family and friends, neighborhoods and places of work and worship. The organization will also have a display of life-size silhou-

Rotary establishes relief fund for Hurricane Harvey By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

made landfall, gusts reached upwards of 130 mph. For days after the storm hit land, sustained rainfall dumped approximately 50 inches of water on the affected area, which included Houston, Rockport and Corpus Christi. This combination of initial wind damage in some areas and sustained rainfall lead experts to believe Hurricane Harvey to be the United States’ costliest storm in terms of damage. So far, nearly 70 people have been confirmed dead as a result of Hurricane Harvey. Since it is anticipated that thousands of families whose homes and belongings were lost to the storm will need to replace clothing and other essentials, Rotary Club of Hillsborough officials are urging everyone to chip in. “As a community, we can offer our support in many ways,” Franchini said. “Our ‘youcaring’ page, Rotary Club of Hillsborough Hurricane Relief Fund, allows anyone wishing to make a donation to double its impact, enabling us to make a difference for many families who have lost so much.” For more information on the collection effort, visit either hillsborougnjrotary.com, facebook.com/rotaryclubofhillsboroughnj, or tinyurl.com/RotaryHarvey.

After Hurricane Harvey brought Category 4 winds to bear down on Texas’ coastline late last month, members of the Rotary Club of Hillsborough announced the creation of a relief fund for those in need. Utilizing a specially made page on a charity crowdfunding service called “youcaring,” the local organization is hoping to raise funds to help provide displaced families with a chance to return to normalcy. “We will focus our support on the recovery phase, while the Red Cross and other first responders take care of the immediate needs of the community,” Anthony Franchini, president of the Rotary Club of Hillsborough said. According to Franchini, the Rotary Club will match community donations up to a total of $2,500. At the end of the donation drive, the rotary will use the money to purchase gift cards to major retailers such as Lowes, Walmart and Kohls. The Rotary Club of Hillsborough will work with fellow Rotary Clubs and others in the affected areas of Texas and Louisiana to distribute the gift cards directly to those families in need. Since it made landfall in Texas on August 25, Hurricane Harvey has been cited as a record-breaking weather phenomenon that has displaced tens of thousands of people from the coastal areas of the “Lone The Somerset County Office Star State.” on Aging & Disability Services On the evening that the storm will have free farmers market vouchers available for eligible seniors until Friday, Sept. 29. Eligible individuals must be age 60 or above and reside in Somerset County. Income guidelines require that an individual’s income not exceed $22,311 and a married couple’s income not exceed $30,044. Seniors can use the free vouchers, which are worth $25, to buy New Jersey fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables and herbs at participating farmers markets in Somerset County until Nov. 30. People interested in applying before Sept. 29 can stop by the Somerset County Office on Aging

ettes representing the 37 individuals who have been murdered in domestic abuse-related incidents in Somerset County since 1976 that attendees can walk among and read from their biographies. Safe + Sound Somerset estimates that “every nine seconds a woman is abused in the United States; in Somerset County alone, at any given moment, there are 42,000 individuals suffering in abusive relationships.” According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), “nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner”

throughout the country. In one year, that figure results in more than 10 million cases of domestic abuse. Additionally, the NCADV estimates that “1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men experience intimate partner physical violence, intimate partner sexual violence, and/or intimate partner stalking in their lifetime.” Intimate partner violence accounts for 15 percent of all violent crime. In New Jersey, the NCADV estimates that children were involved or present in approximately 29 percent of all domestic violence offenses occurring in

2012. The group estimates that “wives were the victims in 16 percent (10,829) and ex-wives were the victims in three percent (2,187) of the reported domestic violence offenses” in recent years. Overall, the group says “women were victims in 75 percent (48,697) of all domestic violence offenses.” For more information or to volunteer for this event, contact Joe Godby 908-359-0003 Ext. 204, jgodby@ safe-sound.org, or visit www.safe-sound.org.

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County capers

Naturalists at the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center recently announced the winners of this year’s County Caper and County Caper Accelerated. Pictured above, the Trebino family, of Bridgewater, won the County Caper, while the Kurtzman family, of Nashville, Tennessee, won this year’s County Caper Accerated.

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Farmers market vouchers available for seniors & Disability Services in the Human Services Building, located at 27 Warren St., between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Vouchers will be given out on a firstcome, first-serve basis while supplies last. All applicants must show proof of age and residency, such as a driver’s license or other documentation, and proof of income, such as a current income tax return or social security statement. Office on Aging & Disability Services staff will be available to assist individuals when they are applying for their vouchers. If seniors are unable to visit the Human Services Building at 27 Warren St. to apply for and receive vouchers, they may send a

representative, who is at least 16 years old, has personal identification and the identification items listed above for the eligible senior. The representative must provide a proxy statement or letter that is signed and dated by the eligible senior, which states that the proxy is authorized to pick up the vouchers. A proxy form can be obtained in advance by contacting the county Office on Aging & Disability Services at 1-888-7471122. Participating farm stands include Ripple Hill Farms, Basking Ridge; Bernardsville Farmers Market, Bernardsville; Bound Brook Farmers Market, Bound Brook; Sunhaven Farms, Hillsborough; Farm to Table Market at

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Tues. Sept. 5 - The annual 9/11 Memorial Golf Tournament will be held at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster Township. The event benefits the Adam P. Arias Memorial Scholarship Fund which grew out of the organizers’ desire to honor and aid first responders and their families and those who gave their lives on September 11, 2001 and thereafter in service to their country. It is held in memory of Adam Arias, a victim of the attack on the Towers and brother of one of the organizers. Proceeds for the outing are donated to the Wounded Warrior Project, a scholarship at Hillsborough High School to the child of a first responder, a scholarship to children of military personnel, and Hillsborough PBA Local 205 for the benefit of Travis Oldenburg, son of Hillsborough Police Detective Trevor Oldenburg. Travis is a student at Somerset Hills Learning Center which offers a broad spectrum of services to children, adolescents, and adults with autism. Registration and lunch will begin at 11:00 am with scramble play beginning at 1:00 pm and cocktails and dinner at 5:30 pm. The $225 fee includes lunch, dinner and open bar from 5:00 8:00. The day will also feature on-course contests, 50/50, a silent auction, door prizes, and the opportunity to win a car on each of two par threes with a hole-inone. Checks to register for the outing or to make a donation may be made out to Memorial Golf and sent to Joseph Stutz, 601B Omni Drive, Hillsborough, NJ 08844. For further information contact him at 908-359-0221 or go to www.memorialgolf.org.

Sun. Sept. 10 - Enjoy challenging routes for serious cyclists, or shorter alternatives for more casual bikers. Routes begin and end at the Otto Kaufman Community Center, 356 Skillman Road, Skillman. Coffee and snacks will be provided at registration. The designated rest stops along the routes will offer beverages, snacks, and bathroom facilities. SAG services also will be provided. Following the morning rides, bikers will join up for a gourmet picnic lunch, with our famous brownie sundaes for dessert. For more information, visit sourlandspectacular.com. Proceeds will benefit the Sourland Conservancy.

Church’s caregiver retreat

Sat. Sept. 9 - St Joseph’s Parish, Caregiver Ministry is hosting its 3rd Annual Caregivers Retreat from 8:30 - 12:30 p.m. If you are the caregiver of a special needs child, an elderly parent, sibling or spouse, a mentally or physically challenged person, or are a professional caring at your workplace, you are invited to share in this morning of reflection. Caregiving comes with sacrifice and also feelings of loss. The retreat’s theme is honoring your feelings. This kind and spiritual morning will begin with Mass at 8:30 a.m., which is in the church and optional. The program will be held in the Parish Center and run from 9:00 12:30 p.m., including lunch. St Joseph’s Parish is located at 34 Yorktown Road in Hillsborough. There is a time to give, and a time to receive. Please consider taking time for yourself and find solace among your caregiving peers. For further information or to register, please RSVP to Carol Jorgensen at 908-369-7143 or email carolj623@comcast.net

Annual Montgomery FunFest Sun. Sept. 10 - The Montgomery FunFest on Sunday, September 10promises a day of fun with more than 100 booths showcasing local businesses, art, contemporary crafts, culinary delights, helicopter rides, walkabout balloon, games of chance, live entertainment, expanded inflatable rides and games area for children. The third annual community festival is free at the Princeton Airport from 12-5 p.m.

Slavic dinner Wed. Sept. 13 - St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church will sponsor the Slavic Dinner on Wednesday, September 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. The dinner will be held in the St. Mary Parish Center, 1900 Brooks Boulevard, Hillsborough. The cost is $15 for adults (ages 9 and up) and $5 for children (8 and under) and includes all you can eat pirohi, stuffed cabbage, kielbasa and sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, salad, dessert and beverage. Each month a special entrée will be specially selected and prepared by St. Mary’s chef John Pagano. Dinners are held on the second Wednesday of every month throughout the year. Orders to go are available. For more information contact: St. Mary’s at 908-7250615. The October dinner will be held on Wednesday October 11.

Somerville Arts on Division festival Thurs. Sept. 14 - Arts On Division is dedicated to building community in Somerville and the region through the arts and arts education by promoting the advancement, development, and support of the visual, musical, physical, and literary arts. AOD 17 Festival is scheduled for Downtown Somerville from Thursday, September 14 through Sunday, September 17.

Annual basket auction Fri. Sept. 15 - The Woman’s Club of Hillsborough is having its annual Basket Auction on Friday, Sept. 15 at the Hillsborough

Municipal Building at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough. Doors open at 6 p.m. There will be a lot of great theme baskets, theater tickets, sports memorabilia, sporting event tickets and much more. We will have a Grand Prize auction with Disney Park Hopper Passes for a family of four. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Hot dogs, soda and chips will be available to purchase. Coffee, tea and dessert are provided. Entry tickets are $10 and will be on sale at the door. For information contact Carolyn Hespe at (908) 8744958 or e-mail at ges18ch@comcast.net or Barbara Zielsdorff at (908) 359-1750 or e-mail at B_Zielsdorff@yahoo.com.

Honey ham dinner Sat. Sept. 16 - A honey ham dinner will be held at the South Branch Reformed Church, 870 River Road on Saturday, September 16 from 4:30-7 p.m. Adults $15, children 6-10 $6, and children under 5 are free. For reservations, which are optional but recommended, call 908-369-4956. Take outs will be available.

Franklin Day Festival exhibitors and volunteers needed Sat. Sept. 23- The Fourth annual Franklin Day Festival will be held on Saturday, September 23 in Colonial Park on Elizabeth Avenue, Somerset from noon to 5 p.m. The event will feature live music, over 150 vendors, dance performances, 20 food trucks, a classic car show, an aerialist and a myriad of totally free activities for children. There are still have a few spaces open for exhibitors who want to meet and greet the residents of our wonderful community. There is space for commercial enterprises and also for non-profit organizations. We also need more volunteers to help us run things on the day of the festival. For an exhibitor application, visit www.franklintwpnj.org or call Bob Futcher at 732-873-2500, ext. 6428.

Neshianic Garden Club Thurs. Sept. 28 - The Neshanic Garden Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at the Station House on Olive Street in Neshanic Station. The program this month will be “Common Insect Pest Problems in the Landscape, and their Control” presented by Joe Gyurian. Identifying common pests in

the garden can be confusing (Wooly Adelgid vs. Cottony Camelia scale); Joe will show some of the most common destructive insects in the landscape, their damaging habits and what gardeners can do. Joe will conclude his talk with ways in which to attract beneficial insects to the landscape, so they can help manage your pest problems - so you don’t have to. Lug your mug to the light luncheon at 12:00 p.m. Prospective members are encouraged to attend. For further information about club meetings, please contact either club co president, Cathy Heuschkel at 908359-6881 or Kathy Herrington at 908-359-6835. For more information regarding the club, you can visit us at www.neshanicgardenclub.o rg and like us on Facebook.

Tricky tray auction Fri. Oct. 6 - St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church, 1900 Brooks Blvd., Hillsborough, will present a tricky tray auction on Friday, October 6. Over 100 gift certificates and many prizes including flat screen TV, outdoor grill, Kitchen Aid mixer, iPad, two day vacation at a Pocono Resort, household items, appliances, designer handbags, theme baskets, door prizes, food and a

50/50. Doors open at 5 p.m. Auction begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15, which includes one sheet of tickets, door prize ticket, delicious desserts, coffee and tea. Stuffed cabbage, kielbasa and sauerkraut sandwiches, meatball sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, eggplant parmesan, pierogi, soda and water can be purchased, so come early. Tickets can be preordered by contacting Marge at 908-722-5894 or Betty at 908-725-0615. Bring your friends and be ready for an evening of fun, good food and winning some great prizes. Attendees must be 18 years of age. More information available on www.trickytray.com.

HHS Class of 1974 reunion Sat. Oct. 7 - The Hillsborough High School Class of 1974 is holding its 43rd reunion on Saturday, October 7, from 6-11 p.m. at Café Graziella, 390 US 206, Hillsborough. Hotel accommodations are available at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Bridgewater. Mail a check of $60 per person, made payable to Debbie Petrock-Kirch, to 1246 Millstone River Rd. Hillsborough, NJ 08444 by September 23. Questions?

Send them to Hillsborough1974reunion@gmail.c om. Be sure to RSVP on Facebook or Classmates.com. Please help us locate fellow alumni by sharing this announcement.

Ladies Auxility Flea Market

Sat. Oct. 28 - The Ladies Auxiliary of Hillsborough Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 (Flagtown) is sponsoring a flea market on October 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hillsborough Municipal Building at 379 So. Branch Road Hillsborough. Vendor tables are available at a cost of $20 for 1 and $35 for 2. For additional information or to reserve a table please call 908-392-0015 or 908-5283586.

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THE STATE WE’RE IN

By Michele S. Byers

A bold plan for our planet Earth

The Earth is about 3.8 billion years old, and has experienced five great extinctions of plants and animals. The last took place about 65 million years ago, when a giant asteroid slammed into Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula. In the words of biologist and author Edward O. Wilson, the asteroid impact “rang the planet like a bell,” causing volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, acid rain and a tsunami that raced across the globe. Soot in the atmosphere blocked sunlight and brought on a prolonged cold. Seventy percent of the Earth’s species disappeared forever, including the last of the dinosaurs.

Wilson is among many scientists who believe that Earth is now undergoing a sixth great extinction, with countless species declining or already gone. But this time humans are to blame. In his newest book “Half Earth: Our Planet’s Fight for Life,” the Pulitzer Prize winner and former Harvard University professor argues the only way to stop a sixth great extinction - and save humanity at the same time is by preserving half of the planet for nature. This includes both oceans and lands. “Humanity’s grasp on the planet is not strong. It is growing weaker,” writes Wilson. “Our population is

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It’s not enough to preserve land for human purposes like recreation and agriculture. Conservation efforts must include biodiversity as a goal. It’s critical to preserve wildlands and marine environments for the express purpose of protecting the diversity of life. Wilson also advocates restoration of damaged lands back into habitats for wildlife. Through this combination of preservation, restoration and declaring large areas of ocean off-limits to fishing, Wilson said, it’s possible for Earth’s diversity of species to recover. Here in New Jersey, we’re working on doing our part! About a third of New Jersey’s land is preserved, another third is developed and the remaining third is up for grabs. Our state has a permanent - though limited - source of land preservation funding, and many preserved lands provide habitat for rare plants and animals. But much more is needed and it’s critical that this state we’re in continues to preserve our own biodiversity, which is incredible given our state’s small size. Individuals can help too.

We can elect officials this November who care about climate change, energy efficiency and saving biodiversity. We can contact our Congressional representatives and ask them to support increased funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund. We can donate to conservation groups that protect land and biodiversity. And we can fill our yards with native plants that help native insects, birds and wildlife. Let’s hope that bold actions like preserving half of the Earth’s biodiversity take hold and inspire all of us to take action. To learn more about Half Earth, go to Wilson’s website at https://eowilsonfoundation.org /half-earthour-planet-s-fight -for-life/. And for more information about preserving New Jersey’s land and natural resources, visit the New Jersey Conservation Foundation website at www.njconservation.org or contact me at info@njconservation.org. Michele S. Byers is executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation in Morristown.

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or greater.” Is this feasible? Does humanity have the will, discipline and ability to set aside that much land and ocean in undisturbed reserves? Wilson sees great hope in humanity’s ability to shrink our “ecological footprint” through advances in technology. Trends like teleconferencing rather than commuting, growing food in indoor vertical gardens under LED lights, online medical consultations, ebooks replacing paper publications, online shopping and trade, and armchair travel through remote webcams all slow humanity’s spread and allow more room on Earth for nature. He also believes that the world’s population will level off at 9.6 to 12.3 billion by the end of the century, and then drop as families increasingly choose to have fewer children. “In every country where women have gained some degree of social and financial independence, their average fertility has dropped by a corresponding amount through individual personal choice,” he observed.

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too large for safety and comfort. Fresh water is growing short, the atmosphere and the seas are increasingly polluted as a result of what has transpired on land. The climate is changing in ways unfavorable to life, except for microbes, jellyfish and fungi.” Wilson builds a case that man’s relentless consumption of land and resources is destroying habitats and depleting the Earth’s biodiversity. There are more than 2 million known plant and animal species on Earth, and more than 6 million others thought to exist but not yet identified. It’s projected that if we remain on the same course, 70 percent of Earth’s animals and plants will disappear in about 300 years. Because the web of life is interconnected, the loss of so many of these species could lead to the collapse of all but a few. Wilson applauds the global conservation movement but believes conservation efforts must be raised to a new level: “The only solution to a ‘Sixth Extinction’ is to increase the area of inviolable natural reserves to half the surface of the Earth

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Almost everyone dreads the interviewing process. Whether interviewing for admission to a favorite college, a desired internship, or a prestigious job, it’s stressful when there’s a lot at stake. Students often practice in advance answering common questions such as, “Why should we select you?” “What experience would you bring with you?” and “What are your proudest accomplishments?” It’s easy to remember the good things we’ve done, and we’re usually proud to talk about our assets and achievements. Things get trickier when the interviewer asks a question such as, “Can you tell me about a time when you failed?” There is even an essay prompt on the Common Application, accepted by more than 600 colleges, that focuses on failure. It states, “The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?” The worst thing students can do is pretend they’ve never failed at anything. Is it possible for anyone to have lived through their childhood, and many of their teen years, and never have struggled in an academic subject, been cut from a sports team, lost a school election, or suffered any setback? If this is so, in the eyes of the interviewer the candidate might be a risky choice because no one knows how he or she will handle the inevitable setback or failure that is

sure to loom in the future. Most likely, the interviewee is simply trying to put his/her best foot forward. But it’s a mistake to think that admitting to a past failure is a sign of weakness. It’s actually an opportunity for a student to demonstrate that a lesson was learned, and he/she has moved on from the failure. People who think they have never failed at anything either don’t have the self-awareness to recognize their weaknesses, or the self-confidence to admit to their failures. Either way, coming off as pompous in an interview is a turn-off that is not likely to turn out well. Another mistake interviewees sometimes make is to talk in too casual a manner and use inappropriate language when answering questions. It is never acceptable to refer, in an offensive way, to another person based on race, gender, or any other defining quality. Interviewers want to identify candidates who will represent their college or job in a nonbiased, respectable manner. In short, students should present themselves in the best possible light, while being honest and realistic when answering questions - even about their flaws. Susan Alaimo is the founder and director of SAT Smart in Hillsborough that has been offering PSAT, SAT, and ACT preparation courses, as well as private tutoring by IVYLeague educated instructors, for more than 20 years. Visit www.SATsmart.com.

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The Hillsborough Library’s schedule is as follows: Monday through Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday: 1-5 p.m. The library is looking for reliable teen volunteers to help out at various programs. Community service hours will be awarded to all volunteers at the end of the school year for their attendance and space is limited. Through the end of September, view the collections of Chihyu Fan and Ping Zuo. Visit SCLSNJ.org or call 908-369-2200 for information or to register. Program dates and times are subject to change. All programs are free and registration is required unless otherwise indicated.

Adult programs (registration required):

• English Conversation Group - Practice speaking English in a friendly setting. Basic English skills required. Hosted by Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County. Mon. September 11, 7-8:30 p.m. • Book Swap Social - Bring one or more gently used books to swap with other book lovers. Snacks will be provided as we socialize and chat about our favorite books. Price of admission is one or two books to swap. Mon. September 11, 7-8:30 p.m. • Become a Literacy Tutor - Become a literacy tutor and change a person’s life. Attend an information session presented by Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County, and learn more about becoming a literacy tutor. Tues. September 12, 6-7 p.m. • Haunt Your House: Make your House Frightful for the Season - Dust off the spiders and cobwebs of your fall decor. Rich and Debbie Norz from Norz Hill Farm & Market, professional house haunters, will demonstrate how to create a ghastly outdoor space. Tues. September 12, 7-8:30 p.m. • Friends of Hillsborough Library Book Discussion “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot, documents the story of how scientists took cells from an unsuspecting descendant of freed slaves and created a human cell line that has been kept alive indefinitely, enabling medical research. Tues. September 12, 7:30-8:30 p.m. • Computer Security Workshop - This workshop, hosted by IT professional, Joe Messina, will offer best practices to keep your PC and identity safe. Wed. September 13, 78:30 p.m. • Jumpstart Your Fall Organizing: Featuring Jamie Novak - Are you faced with school papers and after summer clutter? Not sure where to begin or where to find the time to get organized? Jamie Novak’s new program will help you find the answers. Thurs. September 14, 7-8:30 p.m. • Evening Movie - “The Zookeeper’s Wife” is the real life story of how the zookeepers in Warsaw, Poland became part of the resistance during World War II. Starring Jessica Chastain. Rated PG-13. Fri. September 15, 7-9 p.m. • Obstacle Obliteration: Exercise Your Mind, Spirit, and Body - Local author and motivational speaker Lori Sweeney will discuss her tricks and techniques for developing a positive spirit and working a healthier lifestyle into

the busiest of schedules. Mon. September 18, 7-8:30 p.m. • Preserving Our Past in Photographs with Jim DelGiudice - Discover the proper ways to handle, store, and display photographic materials for current and future generations. Tues. September 19, 7-8:30 p.m. • Historical Fiction Book Discussion - “Birdsong” by Sebastian Faulks. Wed. September 20, 3-4:30 p.m. • Understanding Insurance: Personal Finance Demystified - Learn about the different types of insurance available and how they fit into a personal financial plan. Thurs. September 21, 7-8 p.m. • Dance with the Hillsborough Rockettes - Get ready to learn a new dance routine with the Hillsborough Rockettes. Bring your enthusiasm and energy for a rocking good time. Tuesday, September 26, 7-8:00 p.m. • “Suspense with Susie” Book Discussion - Every Fifteen Minutes by Lisa Scottoline. Tuesday, September 26, 7-8:30 p.m. • How to Sell your Home - A mini seminar for home sellers that will help you prepare your home for sale. This program focuses on legal topics, home inspection and staging ideas. Thursday, September 28, 7-8:30 p.m. • Writers Group - Writers can receive constructive feedback at these sessions, during which participants read their work and members offer suggestions. Published authors and novice writers are welcome. Thursday, September 28, 7-8:30 p.m. • Afternoon Movie - To Sir, With Love starring Sidney Poitier. Friday, September 29, 1-3 p.m.

Youth programs (registration required): • Craft in the Children’s Room - Back To School - Create a back-to-school craft in the Children’s Room while supplies last. All ages. Sat. September 9, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Monday Morning Playtime - A social time with toys available for play. This week: Samantha Nunzio, RD from Shoprite. For parents/caregivers with children up to 36 months. Mon. September 11, 10-10:45 a.m. • littleBits Gadgets and Gizmos: Breezy Buddy - Learn how to create a Breezy Buddy and then remix it. Grades 36. Mon. September 11, 4:30-5:30 p.m. • Storytime: Toddler Time - Introduce the pleasure of books to your child. Join us for stories, songs, and more. Ages 18-36 months. Tues. September 12, 9:30-10:15 a.m. • Storytime: Rhyme Time - Build brain power with twenty minutes of nursery rhyme fun. Ages newborn - 24 months. Tues. September 12, 10:30-10:50 a.m. • Crafts for Kids: Fall Craft - Children will create a fall craft. Grades 3-5. Tues. September 12, 4:30-5:15 p.m. • Art Adventures: Fall Trees - Get those creative juices flowing and take your own masterpiece home. Ages 3-6. Thurs. September 14, 10-10:45 a.m. • Storytime - Drop into the Hillsborough branch for 20 minutes of stories with Ms. Jenn. All ages. Thurs. September 14, 1-1:20 p.m. • Teen Advisory Board - Earn community service hours and be the teen voice at Hillsborough Library branch. Grades 7-12. Thurs. September 14, 6-7 p.m. • littleBits Gadgets and Gizmos: Spinmate - Learn how to create a Spinmate. Then remix it into your very own

game. Grades 7-12. Thurs. September 14, 7-8 p.m. • Baby Songs - Spend time making music with your little one. Ages newborn - 24 months. Fri. September 15, 1010:30 a.m. • Reading Buddy - Your child will increase their love of reading while reading aloud with a reading buddy volunteer. Grades K-4. Sat. September 16, 2-4 p.m. • Get Buggy - Learn about good bugs and why they are so important to our world. Program will include a hands-on opportunity for kids to examine bug specimens. Grades 14. Mon. September 18, 4-4:30 p.m. • LEGO Club - Love LEGOs? We supply the LEGO bricks; you supply the creativity. Do not bring your own LEGOs or LEGO creations. Grades 3-5. Tues. September 19, 4-4:45 p.m. • Neshanic Garden Club: Wind Chimes - Create something fun with the members of the Neshanic Garden Club. Grades 1-4. Wed. September 20, 4-4:45 p.m. • STEM Stories: Under the Sea - Fri. September 22, 1010:45 a.m. Ages 3-6; Fri. September 22, 4-4:45 p.m. Grades K-2 • Techniques for a Stress-Free You - Learn to reduce stress and live happier through mindfulness. Grades 7-12. Sat. September 23, 2-4 p.m. • Reading Buddy - Your child will increase their love of reading while reading aloud with a reading buddy volunteer. Grades K-4. Sat. September 23, 30, 2-4 p.m. • First Roots Music - Ms. Jenni will present an entertaining music class that helps your child develop language, literacy, social and listening skills in a fun, nurturing, family-friendly setting. Birth - 36 months. Mon. September 25, 10-10:45 a.m.

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We are looking for reliable teen volunteers to provide assistance during our programs. Community service hours will be awarded at the end of the school year. Space is limited. Grades 8-12. littleBits Challenge - Mon. September 11, 4-5:45 p.m. Crafts for Kids - Tues. September 12, 4:15-5:30 p.m. Reading Buddy - Sat. September 16, 1:50-4 p.m. Get Buggy - Mon. September 18, 3:45-5 p.m. LEGO Club - Tues. September 19, 3:50-5 p.m. Reading Buddy - Sat. September 23, 30, 1:50-4 p.m. littleBits Challenge - Mon. September 25, 4-5:45 p.m.

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Book A Librarian - Get personalized help with the online catalog, databases, research questions, storytime plans, locating materials, library apps and readers’ advisory. Parents, children and teens can request an appointment at the Youth Services desk by filling out a simple form. All ages. Bag of Books to Go - You can request, at the Children’s Desk, a bag filled with books related to a theme. Book Discussion Kits - Do you belong to a book discussion group or would you like to start one? Are you looking for a good book to share and have copies for everyone in your group? Our book discussion kits contain ten books that can be checked out for six weeks.

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On October 5 meeting, we will have Mark Boos present some important factors for seniors regarding Medicare such as retirement income, health expenses, extended care and final expenses. We are making items from our flea market available during the October meeting for Best Offer; but please do not bring any more flea market items to sell. Operation Shoebox will return at our November 2 meeting, when we honor our veterans. Please bring items to ship to our deployed troops.Most wanted items are batteries, athletic socks (any sizes), beef jerky, small boxes of cereal, cookies or snack crackers. Trips & Programs Tues., Sept. 12 - Book Club will take place at 2 p.m. in the Senior Activity Room. Attendees will share a report of their latest reading. Thurs., Sept. 21 - Mummers Museum and Historic Philadelphia. Museum is dedicated to the Philly parade celebration of New Years. There will be a string band concert and buffet luncheon at the museum. Guided bus tour of key historic sites. Depart has been changed to 9:15 a.m. Lowes parking lot. Tues., Oct. 12 - Germanfest at Silver Birches Waterfront in Hawley, Penn. Oktoberfest food, demonstrations, music, dancing and open bar for great autumn fun. Cost $83. Depart 8 a.m. Lowes parking lot; return approximately 5 p.m. Fri., Nov. 17 - Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Holiday Show. Lunch, desserts and the special holiday show. Cost $67. Depart 10:30 a.m. Lowes parking lot. For information on any of our upcoming trips, call Diana Reinhardt at 908-369-4362. News & Notes All Hillsborough seniors age 60 and older are invited to join Chapter A. Younger spouses of seniors are also eligible for membership. Dues are $5 a year and new members may join at any meeting. Call Dorrie Guarniero at 908-3348091 with questions. General meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month unless otherwise announced. Executive Board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted. On meeting days, doors open at 11:30 a.m., allowing time to review upcoming events and make reservations. Refreshments are available when doors open and after the meeting. Help our Food Bank by bringing an item to each meeting. The suggestion box is available at each meeting. Visit us at www.HillsboroughSeniorsChapterA.webs.com. — Gene Reinhardt Publicity Chairperson

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The next monthly meeting will be held on September 14. The doors will open at 10:30 a.m. for members to buy tickets for future trips and other events. The luncheon/meeting will start at noon. Tickets for all special events will only be sold at

monthly meetings before the event. They include the following: spring luncheon, June celebration, June anniversary (every five years), fall luncheon and holiday party. Meeting attendees can bring a bag lunch if they would like, since coffee and tea are provided. New members are welcome. The next bingo will be held on September 21. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Entry into the game will be $3 for one double card and $5 for two. A lunch with two hot dogs, chips, drink and a desert will be included in the price. If you have a new email address or want to be added to Club B’s email list, see Ralph Fariello at the next meeting. Activities and Trips October 24: Octoberfest at a beautiful mansion at Mt. Lakes. Tickets are $80, which includes a luncheon, band performance, a comedy show and two free drink vouchers. Tickets will be sold during the August meeting. December 6: Cabaret by the Sea at Crystal Point Yacht Club in Point Pleasant. Trip is $77 and includes a three course luncheon, as well as admission to the “Christmas Cheer” show by Vincent Talarico. If you want to bring a friend on any overnight trip, they do not have to be a club member. If any trips are sold out, you may call to add your name to a waiting list. On all trips, you should bring photo ID and health insurance card(s). Community Events Keep in mind the township’s Mr. Fix-It program, run by the Social Services Department. Minor home repairs can be arranged on Wednesdays between 8 and 11 a.m. for Hillsborough seniors 60 and older. Call 908-369-3880 for details. Free exercise classes for all ability levels are available to all Hillsborough seniors in the municipal building Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for 45 minutes — right where we hold our meetings. Certified instructors lead classes. Free transportation is available. Call 908-369-3880 for details. — Chickie Haines Call 908-874-3231

SENIOR ROOM In the Senior Activity Room, shuffleboard, pool table, darts and ping pong are available for all Hillsborough seniors to use in the first and largest area. Cards and games are played in the middle area. Computers are in the third area for your use and enjoyment. Monday: Knitting, crocheting and needlepoint from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday: Bridge, pinochle and other card games Wednesday: Mah jongg from noon to 4 p.m. Canasta from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday: Bridge from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday: Mah jongg from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR CENTER Adults age 60 and older are invited to visit the countyoperated Hillsborough Senior Center at 339 South Branch

Road. The center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. All programs begin at 11 a.m. unless otherwise noted. Its phone is 908-369-8700. Fit & Flex with Rose every Tuesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. This free weekly exercise program changes frequently and is suitable for all. Included are stretches, strength training, laugh yoga, breathing exercises and more. From 12:30-2 p.m. on Tuesdays, the Healthy Bones Exercise Class, a peer-led, 24-week exercise and education program, will be held for individuals at risk or who have osteoporosis. Exercises focus on balance, strength, flexibility and posture. Advanced registration is required, as well as a doctor’s note, prior to the first class and then once every year. For a new participant, the price is $45, which will include ankle weights, a participant manual and the class fee. If ankle weights are not needed, the price is $15. Learn to play mah jongg Wednesdays at 10 a.m. A free 10-week Tai Chi session with Janet O. will start on Jan. 11 and run weekly on Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15 a.m. Aptly called “moving meditation,” Tai Chi consists of slow, repetitive movements that improve balance, flexibility, control and stability while promoting relaxation. Call 908-369-8700 for more information. Every Friday at 10 a.m., the Horseshoe and Bocce Ball Club will spend time outside playing, weather permitting. This group is great for all ability levels; instruction will be available. Transportation is available. Blood pressure screenings are held the third Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Caram (an East Indian game similar to billiards) and other games can be played every day. Cards are available every day. The bocce court and horseshoe pit are available daily. Help Summer, the Friendly Doberman, fulfill her certification requirements to become a therapy dog. As part of her training she must be exposed to people in different situations and master various commands. Learn how to teach and practice the commands with Summer who must master them to achieve certification. Please call 908-369-8700 to find out Summer’s schedule as it may vary from week to week. Enjoy lunch for a suggested donation of $1.50 or more. (Price for guests under 60 is $5.35). Call 908-369-8700 before 10:30 a.m. the day before to make a lunch reservation. Center schedule: September 8, 15, 22 & 29 - Horseshoe and Bocce Ball Club, 9:30 a.m. Enjoy time outside while being part of our Horseshoe and Bocce Ball Clubs! Great for all ability levels; instruction will be available. (Weather Permitting) September 8 - Bingo Bonanza, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Bingo is more than an exciting activity. Researchers found that playing Bingo has multiple health benefits. It promotes socialization, strengthens hand-eye coordination, and takes concentration which improves listening and short term memory skills. September 11, 18 & 25 - Scrabble Friends, 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a friendly game of scrabble; with sufficient interest, See SENIORS, Page 10A

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The Manville Senior Citizens meet at noon on the second Thursday of each month at the VFW on Washington Avenue. The next regular meeting is September 14. This will be the last time to purchase tickets for the Oktoberfest. Membership is open to anyone age 50 and older, residents and non-residents.Registration for recreation department exercise activities for seniors can be done at the library as well as the recreation department. Just pay at the facility when you register. All classes are at the Community Room in the Library. Senior low impact chair aerobics will be held on Tuesdays from September 5 to December 26 from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at a cost of $10. Senior chair aerobics will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from September 6 to December 27 from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at a cost of $20. Senior chair yoga with Carrie will be held on Fridays from September 1 to December 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at a cost of $20.

Registration is also open for the Adult Walking Program sponsored by the Recreation Department. The walking program is held Tuesday and Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Manville High School starting October 3 until April 26, 2018. The cost is $20. Movie and a buffet will continue on announced dates. Canned goods or nonperishable food items will continue to be collected before each meeting. Remember to bring one item per member to help stock the Food Bank. The executive board will continue to hold its meetings on the Thursday prior to the regular meeting. Tickets for the Oktoberfest to be held on October 12 at Knobb Hill will be on sale at the September meeting. Tickets are $10 for members and $20 for guests. Recreation events Atlantic City — The bus normally leaves at 9 a.m. from the VFW parking lot the third Wednes-

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Lessons and refreshers are available. Please call 908-369-8700 for more information. September 13 - “Cinema and Television: The New Jersey Connection” by Walter Choroszewski, Photographer, 10:45 a.m. Walter is New Jersey Proud and celebrates the state’s historic contributions to American cinema and television; from Edison’s Black Media Studio to the numerous Jersey-born artists that have starred on the big and little screens. Walter showcases New Jersey as the Birthplace of Silent Film and he covers New Jersey’s popularity as a location for movies and Reality TV. This program is made possible, in part, by the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State through the State/County Historical Partnership Program Grant, and administered in Somerset County by the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission. September 13 & 14 - “AARP Driving Smart Driving Course” 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s largest classroom, driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. Learn proven safety strategies in this six hour course. Upon completion you will receive a certificate that you can submit to your insurance company. Advanced program registration is required. Please call 908-369-8700 for more information. Fee$15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. September 14, 21 & 28 - Puzzle Club, 10:00 a.m. Strike up conversations, make new friends

and enjoy assembling puzzles together. September 14 - Mandala Art & Tea Workshop, 10:15 a.m. Mandalas are created with intricate geometric patterns that are thought to represent the universe. The basic mandala is a square with “four gates” containing a circle. No art experience is necessary. Enjoy creating your own mandala over a cup of herbal tea. September 15 - “Food Too Good To Waste” by Chante Glen, MA, Program Coordinator, Family & Community Health Sciences, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. This is a PowerPoint presentation discussing how to save money by avoiding food waste. The issue of food waste is one that begins well before the home. Chante will share some strategies for shopping, proper storage and different uses for leftover foods. She will also briefly discuss composting kitchen scraps. September 20 - “The Life & Work of Rembrandt van Rijin” Lecture & Gouache Painting Workshop, Art of the Master’s Program by Creative Notions, 10:30 a.m. Rembrandt was a 17th century painter and etcher whose work came to dominate what has since been named the Dutch Golden Age. One of the most revered artists of all time, Rembrandt’s greatest creative triumphs are seen in his portraits of his contemporaries, illustrations of biblical scenes and self-portraits. Join us as we learn about Rembrandt and complete a project inspired by his works. Advanced registration is required. Please call 908-369-8700 for more information.

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we may plan opportunities for members to compete with other area scrabble clubs. September 11, 18 & 25 - “Music for Wellness” with John Fitzpatrick, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. We are proud to host musical lessons under the direction of John Fitzpatrick. Using a variety of musical mediums we will prepare for our theme show celebrating our Veterans in November. This program is made possible, in part, by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State and administered by the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission through the State/County Partnership Local Arts Program Grant. September 11, 18 & 25 - Canasta Card Club, 12:30 - 2:45 p.m. Although many variations exist for two, three, five and six players, it is most commonly played by four in two partnerships with two standard decks of cards. Players attempt to make melds of seven cards of the same rank and “go out” by playing all cards in their hand. September 12, 19 & 26 - Trivia Time, 10:15 a.m. Did you know that solving puzzles or challenging yourself with new, mind-stretching exercises can stimulate the brain and enhance your critical thinking processes? Join us for some mind-tingling brain stumpers and a fun-filled intellectual workout. September 13, 20 & 27 - Mahjong Club, 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. Have you always wanted to learn how to play mahjong or are you familiar with the game but just need of fellow players?

Atlantic City will be Wednesday, September 20. The cost is $35, of which $30 will be returned. Thursday, November 30 — Trip to the Sands

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Brooklyn: Christmas Lights Tour and luncheon at Chimney Rock Inn. Cost is $90. Reservations can be made with Jo Pschar at 908-722-0156. Wednesday, March 21 — Trip to Sight and Sound, “Jesus” in Lancaster, Penn. with lunch at Shady Maple. The cost is $120. Reservations can be made with Jo Pschar at 908-722-0156. — Gerry Klimowich

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Calendar Continued from Page 3A Super Sundaes, Lenny’s Philly Pretzel, Revival Barbershop, Olympia Sports and many more. Discounts are valid through 9/30/18. Buy five cards, get one card free. If you would like to purchase a discount card, please email wenholt@aol.com. Free anxiety, depression, alcohol dependency screenings Carrier Clinic has announced free, confidential Anxiety and Depression Screenings and Alcohol Dependence Screenings through the end of the year. Adults concerned with their mental health or alcohol dependency are invited to attend to receive a free, confidential screening conducted by a licensed clinician. No appointment is necessary. All screenings will be held on the Carrier Clinic campus, located at 252 County Road 601 in Belle Mead. Carrier Clinic’s Anxiety and Depression Screenings will be held September 12, and November 14, 3-7 p.m. Carrier Clinic’s Alcohol Dependence Screenings will be held August 17, October 19, and December 7, 3-7 p.m. In addition to the screenings, Carrier Clinic hosts free weekly support groups on the campus throughout the year. These support programs include: Weekend Codependency Program, Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bright Futures for Kids, Sundays, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Parents Support Group, Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. Mood Disorder Support Group, Thursdays, 7:309:15 p.m. For more information about these or other services and programs available at Carrier Clinic, visit CarrierClinic.org or call 908-2811513. If you or someone you know may have a mental health or substance abuse concern and you’re not sure what to do, visit CarrierClinic.org/WhatToDo. Jewish Family Service volunteer training Jewish Family Service is announcing volunteer training for its Family Mentor Program and Senior Friendly Visitor program. These programs serve vulnerable and isolated families and frail elderly by providing volunteers who make home visits to provide social support, access to re-

sources, offer guidance and for seniors, provide cognitive stimulation. The program is open to anyone, regardless of religious, ethnic, or financial background. Male and female volunteers are needed. The volunteer visits in the family or senior’s home, listens to their concerns, supports their strengths, and promotes shared good times together. There is a nine-hour orientation and training program over three sessions for interested volunteers. The training will be held on Tuesdays July 11, 18 and 25 from 4 - 7 p.m. at the JFS office located at 150-A West High St., Somerville. A light dinner will be provided. For more information or to register, call 908-7257799 or email marisc@jewishfamilysvc.org. To view a video and hear what volunteers and recipients of services have to say, visit www.Jewishfamilysvc.org. Looking for 2018 Town Calendar photos: Individuals interested in submitting photographs for consideration can email their high resolution image to the township clerk at pborek@hillsboroughnj.org. A photo release will need to accompany the pictures and there is no guarantee that the photo will be used. For advertising opportunities, contact Jim O’Dowd at 973-650-2736 or jimodowd@ townplanner.com. Summer break for midweek meals: The Wednesday, Mid-Week Meals held in Asbury Hall, at the United Methodist Church of Bound Brook will be closed during the summer months of June, July and August. We will resume after Labor Day on Wednesday, September 6 at noon. All seniors are invited for a full course meal for the low cost of $4.00. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a good meal and warm fellowship. We hope you have a healthy and enjoyable summer and look forward to seeing you in September. Fire Company #2 Ladies Auxiliary flea markets: Join the Hillsborough Volunteer Fire Company #2 Ladies Auxiliary on Saturday, June 3 for their series of flea markets throughout 2017. Located at 375 Rt. 206 in Hillsborough, the flea markets will feature merchandise from local vendors. Spaces are always

available for $15. No reservations necessary, though potential sellers must provide their own tables. The flea markets serve as fundraisers for the auxiliary and will take place on September 9 & 23, October 7 & 21. For more information, call 908-359-6819, 908-578-5202, or 908-7254908. Pop warner: Calling all 5-7 year olds. Hillsborough Dukes Pop Warner are offering free Flag Football registration to first time players. We are offering an instructional and safe environment with fun training activities to teach core skills. Every child plays every game and the Dukes are the only organization that requires coaches to be USA Football Heads Up Certified. There are no tryouts or team drafting. Visit register.hillsboroughdukes.com to register. Use Promo Code: newfamily. Offer expires on June 30 and a refundable work bond is required at time of sign up. For any questions, contact football@hillsboroughdukes.com. VFW meetings: Monthly meetings of Hillsborough VFW Post 8371 are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the county nutrition center, 339 South Branch Road. The post’s mission is to honor and help other veterans. All veterans with foreign service are welcome. For information about activities, contact Ron Miller at 908-369-5195. Coping with addiction: Parents of Addicted Children helps parents understand and cope with drug problems they are facing, and will face, with their children. Meets first and third Monday of month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Neshanic Reformed Church, 715 Amwell Road. Alzheimer’s support group: The Alzheimer’s Association has a support group in Hillsborough. Family members and caregivers come together to share information and support in a safe, confidential atmosphere. Meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Brookdale Hillsborough, 600 Auten Road. Call 908-431-1300. Mothers of Preschoolers: MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Fridays at the Fellowship Bible Church building, 109 New Amwell Road. The group

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Oh, the Joy Princeton Symphony Orchestra will perform Beethoven's ninth symphony and Tchaikovsky’s '1812 Overture' at Richardson Auditorium Photo by Kevin Birch. Princeton Symphony Orchestra will open its new season with well known music by Beethoven and Tchaikovsky.

By Anthony Stoeckert

rinceton Symphony Orchestra is bringing two legendary classical works to Richardson Auditorium. In the orchestral equivalent of a rock cover band playing “Free Bird” and “Stairway to Heaven” in the same set, PSO is opening its new season with a concert featuring Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125, and Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture.” The works are so popular, in fact, that the orchestra will perform the program twice, with concerts set for Sept. 16 at 8 p.m. and Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. in Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University Campus. During the concerts, the orchestra will be joined by The Westminster Symphonic Choir, the senior choir of Westminster Choir College featuring juniors, seniors and graduate students. The choir will sing the famed "Ode to Joy" choral in the Beethoven symphony. Soloists are soprano Alexandra Batsios, alto Anne Marie Stanley, tenor Francis Williams and baritone Thomas Lynch, all of whom are graduates of Westminster Choir College. Joe Miller will direct the choir. The concerts mark the first time the choir has sang with the orchestra since Rossen Milanov became PSO’s music director in 2009. Milanov says the concerts are significant for two reasons. The first is the orchestra adding a concert from its classical series on a Saturday night; and second the opportunity to play with the Westminster Symphonic Choir on the Beethoven symphony and the "1812 Overture." “I think the program is very exciting because the Tchaikovsky version of '1812 Overture,' which is quite familiar to practically everybody, in this concert it will be heard in a version that features the chorus," Milanov says. "It will be quite exciting to have them participate on both parts and also to hear them in this rarely performed version of the '1812 Overture' for chorus and orchestra.” Milanov says the popularity of Beethoven's ninth allowed for two concerts as opposed to the usual Sunday afternoon concert PSO presents for its classical series concerts. “Our audiences are growing, and the challenge is to find room for expansion, particularly in Princeton where we know the cultural calendar sometimes can seem quite saturated as far as the number of events," he says. "It was exciting for us to sort of find that opportunity with a big, popular, important piece, such as Beethoven’s ninth symphony and do it twice.” While the ninth is an oft-performed piece, Milanov says Richardson Auditorium will create a more intimate experience than is found in larger halls where it's usually performed. "There’s always an advantage to hearing the subtleties in this music, and also an orchestra that is, perhaps, a little closer to what Beethoven envisioned in size," Milanov says. "Because it’s easier to do the ninth symphony with a super-big orchestra in a concert hall that sits 2,500 people

with a huge chorus of 200 people but when you hear it in a more chamber music-like surrounding in a smaller hall, like Richardson, I think different parts of the performance are going to spring up. “Also, I think people can observe the individual investment of each performer on stage Photo courtesy of Westminster College of the Arts. because that piece is perhaps one of the most The Westminster Symphonic Choir will join Princeton Symphony Orchestra for its season challenging works in opening concerts at Richardson Auditorium. the repertoire. You have to bring out all the great performing with PSO. For the concert, Danilow ideas and the drama and the joy — you have to suggested Erwin Schulhoff's concerto for string give everything of yourself in performing it, and I quartet and winds. “I really loved the piece and I thought that would think the Richardson Auditorium is naturally prone to that close observation of the musicians of the be a great way to celebrate her accomplishments with the orchestra and at the same time present a orchestra that we have on stage.” While the piece is well known, that is largely piece which is quite unusual," Milanov says. "You because of the fourth movement and “Ode to don’t normally find this piece performed too often Joy” but Milanov says that's just one part of what — who has a string quartet as a soloist every day? Probably not too many orchestras.” Beethoven's final symphony has to offer. The quartet also will perform the "Birds" “It’s a full-on symphony so it has four movements and the last one, of course, happens to by Ottorina Respighi. For the second half of the be based on [Friedrich] Scholler's 'Ode to Joy' but program, the orchestra will play Mendelssohn’s it’s a journey," Milanov says. "It's a journey that fifth symphony, “Reformation.” On Nov. 12, PSO will perform an all-Mozart starts with a very powerful symphonic statement and takes us through various movements that program, featuring "Eine kleine Nachtmusik" vary from sheer power to a beautiful kind of ("A Little Night Music"); Concerto for Piano cosmic lyricism . . . and finally — when the music and Orchestra No. 12 in A Major, K. 414; and could not really continue, only to exist in its own Symphony No. 29 in A Major, K. 201. “We haven’t recently done an all-Mozart established way — that’s when the voices come in and it turns into something a lot more interesting concert," Milanov says. "Of course it's extremely and innovative and universal the way we know it.” popular [music] because he's one of those iconic The "1812 Overture" is commonly heard in composers that practically everybody knows and the U.S. during Fourth of July fireworks, but it’s loves. It’s a composer one can relate to on so many a Russian piece, written after the Russian army different levels, whether you're a professional defeated Napoleon. Milanov notes that it’s written seasoned musicians or someone who’s just starting from the point of view of the Russian empire, to master an instrument.” The most well-known piece in the concert is no which reigned during its composition. “Of course there is a wonderful depiction of a doubt "Eine kleine Nachtmusik," which Milanov battle scene, there is a beautiful church-like prayer says just about everyone can hum. But he also at the very beginning of the piece, which in this made sure to include Mozart music audiences may case will be sung by the chorus rather than the way be less familiar with. “There will be something quite new for people we normally hear it with instruments,” Milanov who think they’ve heard everything by Mozart says. He adds that the overture pairs well with the because there will be some works that are not often performed," he says. "That’s how we’re going to ninth. “It’s a wonderful piece that sort of represents keep the innovation in that concert, by bringing some battlefield victory, but it really takes us relatively unknown pieces by a great, iconic through more or less the same journey of what composer.” Princeton Symphony Orchestra will perform Beethoven does, through suffering to write," Milanov says. "Tchaikovsky accomplished that Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 "Choral" and Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" same journey in his own way." PSO’s fall performances also will include at Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall on an Oct. 19 concert featuring the Lark Quartet the Princeton University campus, Sept. 16, 8 as featured soloists. Basia Danilow, PSO’s p.m. and Sept. 17, 4 p.m. Tickets cost $25-$85; concertmaster, is a member of the all-female Lark princetonsymphony.com; 609-497-0020. Quartet and approached Milanov about the quartet

Also Inside: Sam Shepard's 'Simpatico' opens a new season at McCarter • The Arts Council of Princeton celebrates its 50th anniversary

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FAMILY FUN By Anthony Stoeckert

Happy Birthday Dear Arts Council ... Head to the Paul Robeson Center for family fun and the opening of an art exhibit

The Arts Council of Princeton is celebrating the big 5-0. On Sept. 16, the arts council will mark half a century of art education and bringing people together with a birthday celebration at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts. Activities at the family-friendly event will include music, games, prizes, art projects, a treasure hunt, food and more. After the big party, the arts council will open its 50th Anniversary Invitational Exhibition at the Taplin Gallery in the arts center. “There are about 75 artists who have a relationship with us, and have had one with us over time, who have submitted some art,” says Taneshia Nash Laird, the arts council’s executive director. “And that art is going to be on exhibit in three locations: here at the arts council in our Taplin Gallery; at the Princeton Public Library; and at the Princeton Day School in their Anne Reid Art Gallery. There’s a lot of stuff that’s going to be happening just on that day and that really is the kickoff of a year-long celebration of our 50th anniversary.” Laird says celebratory activities will be fused into many of the arts council’s annual events, including the 50th anniversary Dining by Design gala at Frick Chemistry Laboratory on the Princeton University campus, Oct. 28; the spring fundraiser Pinot to Picasso; and Communiversity in April. The Arts Council of Princeton was started in 1967 by a group of people who wanted to promote the arts in Princeton and help bridge the gap between the Princeton community and the university. Among those was Anne Reeves, who was the founding director of the arts council. “It’s a community,” Reeves says of the arts council. “It was one marvelous community and the people made it with their creativity and with the various cultures that come when

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Student Victoria Wayland’s rendering of the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts is being featured in promotional materials for the Arts Council of Princeton’s 50th birthday celebration. you’re a university town.” A major goal of the arts council, Reeves says, was to bridge the university and the town. She had a perspective on both because her husband went to the university and they lived in Princeton. “I realized there was a glass ceiling between the two,” she says. “And it was foolish — you could get all kinds of interesting people on campus and all kinds of interesting people here who had gone there and come back, or people who had never been in Princeton and came here.” The glass ceiling has been shattered, as the Arts Council of Princeton offers classes and programs and works not only with the university but many other partners. Laird wants to create more partnerships, particularly by using the arts center’s Solley Theater as a community stage where area groups perform. That will happen as students from a university theater class present project work there, and when Westminster Choir College presents a children’s concert there, partnered with Princeton Young Achievers, on Nov. 20. For Laird, the 50th anniversary is an opportunity to spread the word about the what the arts council does and to create more partnerships. “The goal is also to talk about the future and the future of the arts council and our work,” she says. The hope is that we engage more people, we continue to grow our membership base and get people engaged and involved in our work.” Isabella De La Houssaye, the arts council’s board of trustees president, says the 50th anniversary offers an opportunity to build on its mission. “It’s big and we want to take advantage of it in terms of

profile in the community and having special events, and bringing new people into the fold,” she says. “That’s what we’re all about.” De La Houssaye, who became the board president in July, notes that the arts council isn‘t just for Princeton proper. “We serve West Windsor, Trenton, going into Pennsylvania. We pull from a large geographic area for our classes and programs,” she says. “So a lot of people are connected to us but there’s a lot we can do to grow our presence.” Another hallmark of the celebration is the artwork created by Victoria Wayland, a student who won the arts council’s 50th anniversary poster contest. Wayland’s depiction of the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts will be featured marketing materials throughout the arts council’s 50th year. Among the accomplishments Reeves remembers fondly are the gala, Pinot to Picasso (“We decided the wines and the arts were equally important,” she says), the Sauce for the Goose holiday sale, and a New Year’s party that used to be held each year. During an interview, Reeves shared a collection of buttons designed each year for the New Year’s event by artist Lonnie Sue Johnson. She also looks back on events involving kids, including Arts Exchange in which the arts council teams with HomeFront of Trenton to provide instruction to children ages 5 to 18 whose family live in transient circumstances. Other kidcentric events include the annual Halloween parade and a Valentine-making event. And then there was Underage for which kids wrote poetry. Today, the program is known as aMuse and includes the publication of a book featuring writings and arts of students in grades kindergarten through 12. “At the end of the year we had a big celebration with a cake saying ‘Underage’ and each child reading their poem,” Reeves says. “And then they went outside, we had it a courtyard on campus, and we’re outside at this courtyard with a big cake and all the children starting autographing each other’s books. It was just wonderful.” About 10 years ago, Reeves was in London with other people from the arts council. A woman came up to her and told her she was in Underage as a child, and was now working in publishing — as an editor in London. “So I thought, ‘OK, that was a pretty good idea,’” Reeves says. The Arts Council of Princeton will host a 50th birthday party at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton, Sept. 16, noon to 3 p.m. The opening reception for the 50th Anniversary Invitational Exhibition in the Taplin Gallery will be held, 3-5 p.m. For more information, go to www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609924-8777.

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FALL THEATER PREVIEW By Anthony Stoeckert

McCarter Gets ‘Simpatico’ A Chicago theater company is bringing Sam Shepard’s drama to Princeton

When the Chicago-based A Red Orchid Theatre company was established in 1993, part of the mission was to present plays by writers who were not getting their due on stages across America. At the time Sam Shepard’s work was being produced fairly often, so Red Orchid didn’t present any of his plays. “We didn’t have any interest in trying to champion someone who was already being championed and we were finding other writers who needed their work produced,” says Guy Van Swearingen, a founding member of the company. Ten years later, things had changed to the point where Shepard’s plays weren’t being performed, and the company staged an acclaimed production of the playwright’s 1994 play, “Simpactico.” “Time went by and he sort of fell out of favor, all of a sudden I’m scratching my head one day thinking, ‘Whatever happened with Sam Shepard, why doesn’t anyone do him anymore? And we came up with the idea of doing this play,” Van Swearingen says. It worked out well enough that A Red Orchid is bringing “Simpatico” to Princeton as the opening play of McCarter Theatre’s 2016-17 season, Sept. 8-Oct. 15. The play by Shepard, who died in July, is about three friends, Vinnie (played by Van Swearingen); Carter (Michael Shannon) and Rosie (Jennifer Engstrom). Years ago, the trio was involved in a horse-racing scam in California. Years later, Carter and Rosie — who Vinnie once loved — are living in Kentucky, married and successful, while Vinnie has stayed in his hometown. Vinnie spends his time posing as a detective. He also lives off money Carter pays Vinnie to keep quiet about Carter’s con-artist past. Twenty years later, Carter is in California aiming to end the ties between them. McCarter’s production will include the entire cast from the Red Orchid production, with the exception of John Judd, who plays Simms. Other actors in the production include Kristen E. Ellis as Kelly; and Mierka Girten as Cecilia. Shannon is a two-time Oscar nominee (for his roles in “Revolutionary Road” and “Nocturnal Animals”) and is known for his part on HBO’s Boardwalk Empire and for playing General Zod in the 2013 Superman movie, “Man of Steel.” Van Swearingen and Shannon are co-founders of Red Orchid and have worked together often. “We have a long history together and it’s always fun with Mike on stage,” Van Swearingen says. “It’s very enjoyable, he’s a very talented actor, as you’re aware, and he’s a very giving acting as well, in terms of sharing the stage. . . . So it’s always a treat to be able to work with Mike in

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Guy Van Swearingen and Michael Shannon in A Red Orchid’s staging of “Simpatico.” that regard. And there is a lot of history and that’s one of the nice things about doing this play, it’s about guys with a lot of history. I think the experience is a lot more fulfilling for an audience to come see two guys who have known each for a long time doing a play about two guys who have known each for a long time. Because there’s no pretense, we don’t have a lot of pretense between us, we can get right at whatever it is we need to get and we know each other’s boundaries and limitations. “I think it would be harder to do this play if we cast people from different walks of life and they came in the first rehearsal and they have to have this great history about them. It’s a gift that Michael and I have that history and that we’re able to do this story together.” In addition to acting, Van Swearingen is a full-time firefighter in Chicago. After graduating college as a theater major, the opportunity came to join the fire department. He then was offered theater work and decided to start his own theater company so that his scheduled could fit with his fire department work. “I’m a pretty pragmatic kind of guy and I knew that coming out of college with a bachelor’s of arts degree in theater doesn’t necessarily open a lot of doors for steady income,” he says. “A life of an actor is not an easy one. I knew that coming into the game, and the fire department sort of fit my MO in that it wasn’t a job behind a desk somewhere and I could help people at the same time. It fit pretty well for me, and it’s worked out well for me, I’ve been able to manage the two careers.” Van Swearingen describes his character, Vinnie, as “interesting” and says the title “Simpatico” says a lot about the character and his goals. “I think what he’s looking for is [for people] to experience what he’s experienced, ‘to feel what I’m feeling.’ And I think he’s making that demand on his former partner

who’s gone off on to bigger and greener pastures,” Van Swearingen says. “It’s a don’t-forget-where-you-camefrom-type of thing.” While McCarter’s Berlind stage is the smaller of its two theaters, seating 360, it’s larger than Red Orchid’s space, which Van Swearingen says the company is putting a lot of consideration into. “We did it in front of about 75 seats in Chicago and now we’re going to do it in the Berlind Theater there, and there’s a lot more seats,” he says. “Everybody in the project has worked in bigger spaces as well, we all come back to work at Red Orchid in that space because there’s a certain quality to it that we can’t find in other places, and it’s also our home. We have a lot of veteran artists involved who have worked in big houses here in Chicago throughout their career as well as working in our ensemble.” McCarter’s fall season will continue with “A Night With Janis Joplin,” which will feature a live band performing the music legend’s songs, including “Piece of My Heart,” Me and Bobby McGee” and “Cry Baby.” For other theaters, fall is a season of transition. Passage Theatre in Trenton announced that Artistic Director June Ballinger, is stepping down and that C. Ryanne Domingues will step in. Passage’s new season will open with “Paradise” a play about by Laura Maria Censabella about a Muslim-American teenager and a teacher who partner to research adolescent love. It opens Oct. 5. For more information, go to www.passagetheatre.org. George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick is staging its next two seasons in a space at Rutgers University while it’s new theater on Livingston Avenue is being built. George Street will open the season Oct. 10 with a new look at “I Love You, You’re Perfect Now Change,” Joe DiPietro and Jimmy Robert’s musical about marriage. The season will continue with “An Act of God,” a comedy by David Javerbaum, who wrote for ‘The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.” For more information, go to www.georgestreetplayhouse.org. In community theater, Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College in West Windsor, will open the season with the 1950s-set musical “Memphis” performed by PinnWorth Production Set. 8-17. Next up is Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park” by The Yardley Players, opening Sept. 22. The mystery “Sleuth” will be presented by Maurer Productions OnStage, Oct. 6-15. Pennington Players will bring “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” featuring songs from the Disney animated film to Kelsey, Oct. 29-29. The holiday season will begin Nov. 17 when M& M Stage Productions opens “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas.” For tickets and information, go to www.kelseyatmccc.org.

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Fall Music Preview Fall means music, and all sorts of sounds can be heard in area venues, big and small, all season long. Concerts at McCarter Theatre include Alfredo Rodriguez, a pianist who will play a concert of Cuban jazz, Oct. 21. His albums revisit various Cuban musical traditions, with his most recent disk, the Grammy-nominated “Tocororo” telling the story of Cuban’s culture through its national bird. On Oct. 22, a concert titled “Songs of Freedom” will celebrate the songs of Joni Mitchell, Abbey Lincoln, and Nina Simone. Their music will be performed by three contemporary singers: Theo Bleckmann, Alicia Olatuja, and Jazzmeia Horn, under the musical direction of the Grammy-winning drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. Violinist Joshua Bell returns to McCarter on Nov. 1. He’s been featured on sev-

eral “Live From Lincoln Center” programs and has been heard on various movie soundtracks. He is known as a soloist, chamber musician and orchestra leader and conductor, with his music encompassing rock, jazz, bluegrass and more. Nov. 2 will feature a concert by Ludovico Einaudi, who began his piano career as a classical composer but soon incorporated other styles such as pop, rock, electronica, world and folk. His film score works includes “Black Swan,” “The Reader” and “J. Edgar.” His most recent album is “Elements.” Flamenco sounds will fill McCarter when Javier Limon pays tribute to Paco de Lucia, the renown flamenco guitarist who died at the age of 66 in 2014. Limon was de Lucia’s producer and collaborator and will play his music with de Lucia’s touring band. Two legendary singer-songwriters will Anne Hills will open the Princeton Folk Music Society’s new season, Sept. 15. play at McCarter, Nov. 18, when Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt join forces for an acoustic concert titled “Together Again.” For tickets and information about shows at McCarter Theatre, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787. Upcoming concerts at the State Theatre in New Brunswick include the Sixties Spectacular featuring performances by Jay and the Americans (“This Magic Moment”); Paul Revere’s Raiders (“Kicks”); Lou Christie (“Lightning Strikes”); the Vogues (“Five O’Clock World”) and Manhattan Skyline. Classic rock fans can re-live their favorite era with shows by three tribute bands. Brit Floyd, which plays the music of Pink Floyd, will perform Nov. 10. The Fab Faux, a Beatles cover band whose members include Will Lee of David Letterman’s band and Jimmy Vivino, Conan O’Brien’s band leader, will play a concert focusing on the Beatles’ music from 1968 to 1970, Nov. 11. Led Zeppelin fans won’t want to miss Get the Led Out: The American Led Zeppelin,

Nov. 22. For information and tickets, go to www.stnj.org or call 732-246-7469. The Princeton Folk Music Society will kick off its new season with a performance by singer-songwriter Anne Hills, Sept. 15 at Christ Congregation Church in Princeton. Other fall concerts in the series include Scottish singer-songwriter Archie Fisher, Oct. 20, and roots musicians Martin Grosswendt & Susanne Salem-Schatz, Nov. 17. For more information, go to www.princetonfolk.org or call 609-7990944. Bordentown is home to two record stores that offer concerts in intimate settings. Randy Now’s Man Cave will host the rockabilly group Junk Rumblers, Sept. 9, 8 p.m. Next will be a free concert by Rick Barton, formerly of the Dropkick Murphys, Sept. 16. Singer-songwriter Freedy Johnston will play the Man Cave, Sept. 23. Jet Weston and his Atomic Ranch Hands will play a concert of cowboy music, Sept. 30. Lisa Bouchelle and friends will play Oct. 7. Nick Clemons, son of E. Street sax player Clarence Clemons, will play the Man Cave, Oct. 21, and Tommy Conwell will play there Oct. 28. For tickets and information, go to www.mancavenj.com or call 609-424-3766. The Record Collector‘s next concert will showcase Ed Goldberg and the Odessa Klezmer Band, Sept. 15. The band’s members have been playing Klezmer for more than 20 years and promise a night of dancing and foot stomping. Power pop band The Grip Weeds, will play the Record Collector, Sept. 16. On Sept. 22, the store will host a “cigar box” concert featuring Hymn for Her and April Mae & The June Bugs. The English band Wishbone Ash will play The Record Collector, Sept. 24. October shows at The Record Collector include a reggae night with Mystic Bowie (Oct. 13); the Successful Failures (Oct. 20); the Doughboys (Oct. 21); and the Billy Hector Band (Oct. 27). For tickets and information, go to www.the-record-collector.com or call 609324-0880.

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“Disaster!,” Performed by Somerset Valley Players, 689 Amwell Road, Hillsborough. Musical spoof of ‘70s-era disaster movies set in 1979 at the opening of a floating casino and disco in New York, Sept. 8-24. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Tickets cost $15, $13 seniors/students; www.svptheatre.org; 908-369-7469. “Memphis,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Tony-winning musical set in 1950s Tennessee at the dawn of the rock music revolution. Presented by PinnWorth Productions, Sept. 8-17. Tickets cost $20; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333. “What the Butler Saw,” Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s F.M. Kirby Shakes Theatre, Drew University campus, 36 Madison Ave. Joe Orton’s 1969 farce that unveils the fragile state of truth in the hands of those in power, and the power of truth despite our easy ability to twist it, through Oct. 1. $29-$69; www.shakespearenj.org; 973408-5600. Simpatico, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. Sam Shepard drama in which a simple phone call causes Carter and Vinnie’s shady past to resurface, and fierce loyalties that were once hot-blooded begin to run astray. Collaboration between McCarter and Red Orchid Theatre in Chicago, Sept. 8 through Oct. 15; mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. “Rock and Roll Man: The Alan Freed Story,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Musical about the legendary DJ featuring original music and rock ‘n’ roll classics, Sept. 12 through Oct. 1; buckscountyplayhouse.org; 215-862-2121. “Jersey Boys,” State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons featuring their music, Oct. 13, 8 p.m., Oct. 14-15, 2, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $35-$118; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732246-7469.

www.rider.edu/arts; 609-921-2663. Princeton Symphony Orchestra, Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall on the campus of Princeton University. Season-opening concert will include Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture,” Op. 49 and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 “Choral” featuring the Westminster Symphonic Choir, Sept. 16, 8 p.m. (preconcert talk at 7 p.m.), Sept. 17, 4 p.m. (pre-concert talk at 3 p.m.) www.princetonsymphony.org; 609-497-0020. Clipper Erickson, Bristol Chapel on the campus of Westminster Choir College of Rider University in Princeton. Pianist Clipper Erickson will open the Westminster Conservatory 2017-2018 Faculty Recital Series with a performance titled “The Russian American Connection,” Sept. 17, 3 p.m. Free; www.rider.edu/arts; 609-921-2663.

JAZZ, CABARET, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. Suede, The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Jazz singer who has played clubs inPalmer Square will host its annual JazzFeast on cluding New York’s Birdland, Sept. 9, 8 p.m., $30; the Palmer Square Green in Princeton, Sept. 17, www.therrazzroom.com; 888-596-1027. noon to 6 p.m. The music is free and begins with Princeton Garden Statesmen, West Windsor Plainsa concert by Alan Dale and the New Legacy Jazz boro Community Middle School, 95 Grovers Mill Road, Band. Other jazz artists performing include the Plainsboro. 48th annual barbershop contest, Sept. 10, 2 Houston Person Quartet, the Ben Polcer Septet, p.m. $25; www.gardenstatesmen.org; 1-888-636-4449. Fifteen Strings, and the Stan Rubin Orchestra. Anne Hills, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Food vendors selling their dishes will include Lane, Princeton. The singer-songwriter will perform the Chez Alice Gourmet Cafe and Bakery; Gingered season-opening concert for the Princeton Folk Music SociPeach; Jammin Crepes, Nomad Pizza, Mehek ety, Sept. 15, 8:15 p.m. Admission costs $20, $10 students Fine Indian Dining, and many others. For more in- under 22, $5 children; princetonfolk.org609-799-0944. formation, go to www.palmersquare.com.

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MUSIC CLASSICAL MUSIC Paul Barnes, Bristol Chapel on the campus of Westminster Choir College of Rider University in Princeton. Visiting artist Paul Barnes Presents will perform “Philip Glass at 80: A Retrospective,“ Sept. 8, 8 p.m. Free;

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Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. “Great British Drawings from the Ashmolean Museum,” featuring more than 100 works from the 17th to the 20th centuries, through Sept. 17. “Transient Effects: The Solar Eclipses and Celestial See THINGS TO DO, Page 7

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HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908-874-8181): Home Again (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:15, 2:40, 5:05, 7:30, 9:55; Sun. 12:15, 2:40, 5:05, 7:30; Mon.-Thurs. 2:40, 5:05, 7:30. It (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:15, 4:15, 7:15, 10:15; Sun.-Thurs. 1:15, 4:15, 7:15. It (R) Fri.-Sat. 12:35, 3:35, 6:35, 9:35, 9:50; Sun. 12:35, 3:35, 6:35; Mon.-Thurs. 3:35, 6:35. Leap! (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30; Mon.-Thurs. 2:50, 5:10, 7:30. Logan Lucky (PG13) Fri.Sat. 1:25, 4:15, 7:05, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 1:25, 4:15, 7:05. The Hitman’s Bodyguard (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:20, 7:10. Wind River (R) Fri.-Sat. 12:05, 2:25,

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4:45, 7:05, 9:25; Sun. 12:05, 2:25, 4:45, 7:05; Mon.-Thurs. 2:25, 4:45, 7:05. The Emoji Movie (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12:05, 2:20, 4:35; Mon.-Thurs. 2:20, 4:35. Dunkirk (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 10; Sun. 12, 2:30, 5, 7:30; Mon.-Thurs. 2:30, 5, 7:30. Despicable Me 3 (PG) Fri.-Sun. 12, 2:20, 4:40; Mon.Thurs. 2:20, 4:40. The Big Sick (R) Fri.-Sat. 7, 9:55; Sun.Thurs. 7. Wonder Woman (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 7, 10:10; Sun.-Thurs. 7. MONTGOMERY CINEMAS (609-924-7444): Viceroy’s House (NR) Fri.-Sat. 2:05, 4:35, 7:05, 9:35; Sun.-Thurs. 2:05, 4:35, 7:05. Tulip Fever (R) Fri.-Sat. 2:25, 4:55, 7:25, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 2:25, 4:55, 7:25. The Trip to Spain (NR) Fri.-Thurs. 2:25, 7:25. Menashe (PG) Fri.-Sat. 3, 5:10, 7:20, 9:30; Sun.-Thurs. 3, 5:10, 7:20.

Wind River (R) Fri.-Sat. 2:10, 4:45, 7:20, 9:55; Sun.Thurs. 2:10, 4:45, 7:20. The Big Sick (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 1:55, 4:35, 7:15. Maudie (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 4:50, 9:55; Sun.-Thurs. 4:50.

PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-2791999): Good Time (R) Fri. 7; Sat. 1, 7; Sun. 7:45; Mon.Tues. 2:30, 8; Wed. 5:30; Thurs. 4:30. The Trip to Spain (NR) Fri.-Sat. 4:15, 9:20; Sun. 5:15; Mon.-Tues. 5:30; Wed. 2:30; Thurs. 2, 8. Marjorie Prime (NR) Fri. 4, 6:45, 9:15; Sat. 1, 4, 6:45, 9:15; Sun. 1, 4, 6:45; Mon.-Wed. 2:30, 5:30, 8; Thurs. 2:30, 5:30. National Theatre Live Part 2 (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m. Special program: David Gilmour Live at Pompeii (NR) Wed. 8:30 p.m. Nature Play (NR) Thurs. 7 p.m. (free event).

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Landscapes of Howard Russell Butler.” Exhibit brings together experts from the sciences and art history to present the history of Howard Russell Butler’s paintings and the story of the artist who created them. Butler (1856-1934) was a graduate of Princeton University’s first school of science, through Oct. 15; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788. Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. Ellarslie Open 34. Cadwalader Park: An Olmsted Vision: Exhibit highlighting Cadwalader Park and its world-famous designer, Frederick Law Olmsted, who designed Cadwalader Park and Central Park in New York City. Exhibitions on both floors of the museum will run, through Sept. 17 with various complementary events, lectures and tours. Hours: Wed.-Sat. noon to 4 p.m. www.ellarslie.org; 609-989-3632. Historical Society of Princeton at Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road. Frank Lloyd Wright at 150: The Architect in Princeton. The exhibition features architectural drawings by Wright from the Historical Society’s collection, telling the story of Wright’s sole Princeton clients and the Frank Lloyd Wright house that could have been, through Dec. 31. Hours: Wed.-Sun. noon to 4 p.m. $4; princetonhistory.org. Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princeton. “Newark and the Culture of Art: 1900-1960.” The exhibit explores the unique combination of art and industry that made Newark a magnet for modern artists in the early 20th century. Morven’s exhibition celebrates the culture of creativity that flourished alongside John Cotton Dana, the visionary figure in the organization of the Newark Library and Newark Museum. Through his efforts art, industry and society were brought together to inspire the everyday Newark citizen through accessible and beautiful exhibitions. Dana’s goal was to educate by presenting examples of superior design to the greatest number of people possible, including Newark’s immigrant and working-class population; making art a vital part of Newark’s culture and society. Morven’s nearly 50 loans hail from public and private collections 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; 609924-8144. Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine St., Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Highlights from the New HopeSolebury School District Art Collection, through Oct. 8; George Sotter: Light and Shadow, through Dec. 31; Dedicated, Displayed, Discovered: Celebrating the Region’s School Art Collections, through Jan. 7; www.michenerartmuseum.org; 215-340-9800. Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St. (at George Street) on the College Avenue Campus of Rutgers, New Brunswick. Cats vs. Dogs: Illustrations for Children’s Literature. Featuring more than 40 drawings and collages by Frank Asch, Mary Chalmers, Tony Chen, Roger Duvoisin, Shari Halpern, Lois Lenski, Ward Schumaker, and Art Seiden. The exhibition emphasizes the strength of visual elements in storytelling, especially for children learning how to read, through June 24, 2018. This exhibit is open to the public Fridays through Sundays. Museum hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free; www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu; 848-932-7237.

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Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. “Dreamscapes,” annual exhibit by members of the Plainsboro Library’s Artists’ Group, through Sept. 27. Reception, Sept. 11, 6-8 p.m. 609-275-2897. The Gallery at Mercer County Community College, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. “Visual Arts Faculty Exhibit” featuring approximately 20 works by full-time and adjunct faculty members. The programs represented in the exhibit include

visual arts, photography and digital imaging, advertising/graphic design, ceramics, and digital media arts. Among the participating faculty members Michael ChovanDalton, Ingrid Jordan, Lucas Kelly, Jared Kramer, Tina LaPlaca, Paul Mordetsky, Kerri O’Neill, Mircea Popescu, Lauren Rabinowitz, Rachel Stern, Kyle Stevenson, Michael Welliver and Mauro Zamora, through Sept. 28. Hours: Mon.-Tues., Thurs. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wed. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. www.mccc.edu/gallery. Artists’ Gallery, 18 Bridge St., Lambertville. Exhibit featuring paintings by Carol Sanzalone and Michael Schweigart, through Oct. 1. Opening reception, Sept. 9, 47 p.m. Closing tea and conversation, Oct. 1, 3-6 p.m. www.lambertvillearts.com. Gallery 14, 14 Mercer St. Hopewell. “Iceland: A Land Like Not Other,” photography by Martin Schwartz. In the Goodkind Gallery: “Watercolor Wonders” featuring art by 12 painters. This is the first time the gallery has taken the opportunity to exhibit fine art photography but another form of wall art. The water colorists are students of Jo-Ann Osnoe and use the Gallery 14 as their learning facility. Sept. 8 through Oct. 8. Reception, Sept. 8, 6-8 p.m. Meet the artists, Sept. 10, 1-3 p.m. Hours: Sat.-Sun. noon to 5 p.m. www.photogallery14.com; 609-333-8511.

centers. For more information, contact Dr. Elayne Grossman atsharimvsharot @ gmail.com or go to www.sharimvsharot.org. Hopewell Valley Chorus, Hopewell Valley Central High School, 259 Pennington-Titusville Road, Pennington. Opening rehearsals for Hopewell Valley Chorus’ new season, “Deck the Halls,” a program of traditional secular and sacred holiday music. No auditions. Male voices especially welcome, Sept. 11 and 18, 7 p.m. Seasonal membership costs $50; hopewellvalleychorus@ gmail.com; 609-4480615.

Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey, West WindsorPlainsboro High School North, 90 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro. Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey will hold auditions for new student musicians, Sept. 12. Students who play virtually any musical instrument can audition for this local youth orchestra by registering for an audition time. Players must be privately taught and, if accepted into YOCJ, must continue to work with their school orchestras. Registration and all audition requirements can be found at www.yocj.org. Capital Singers of Trenton, Sacred Heart Church, 343 South Broad St., Trenton. Capital Singers of Trenton is a 100-voice choir founded in 2006. Composed of singers of all ages, repertoire includes a mix of musical genres and styles, both sacred and secular. Rehearsals are held twice a Stress Factory, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. Julian month on Sunday evening. The choir is welcoming singers McCullough, Sept. 8-9, 7:30, 9:45 p.m., $20; Chris D’Elia, of all voice parts, but particularly tenors and basses. For Sept. 14, 7:30 p.m., Sept. 15-16, 7:30 p.m., 9:45 p.m., $37; more information, email capitalsingers@gmail.com or go www.stressfactory.com; 732-545-4242. to www.capitalsingers.org. Princeton Catch a Rising Star, 102 Carnegie Center, West Windsor. Mike Recine, Sept. 8-9; Jiggy and Ashley, Sept. 15-16; catcharisingstar.com; 609-987-8018. Jim Breuer, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Comedy show by former ‘Saturday Night Live’ Princeton Farmers Market, Hinds Plaza, 55 Withercast member, Sept. 23, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $35-$50; spoon St. (next to the Princeton Public Library). Seasonal www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469. and organic produce from local farmers, flowers, crafts and Tracy Morgan, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New a variety of edibles, through Nov. 16. Live music 12:30Brunswick. Performance by former ‘Saturday Night Live’ 2:30 p.m. Thursdays 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. princetonfarmcast member and star of ‘30 Rock,” Sept. 30, 8 p.m. Tick- ersmarket.com. ets cost $35-$65; www.statetheatrenj.org; 732-246-7469. West Windsor Community Farmers Market, Vaughn

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DANCE Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Second Saturday English Country Dance, Sept. 9, 8-11 p.m., $11; Weekly Wednesday Contra Dance, Sept. 13, 8-10:30 p.m. (Instruction at 7:30 p.m.), $10; www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Friday Night Folk Dancing, at Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. One-hour instruction most weeks, followed by request dancing. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. $5; 609-912-1272.

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.

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LaShir, Princeton Jewish Center, 435 Nassau St., Princeton. The Jewish Community Choir of Princeton, is seeking experienced choral singers (of all voice parts) to join its ranks. Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:15. as a cultural representative of the Jewish community, LaShir is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and transmitting Jewish cultural heritage. For more information, go to www.lashir.org, email director@lashir.org or call 347-782-2746. Sharim v’Sharot. Dr. Elayne Robinson Grossman, music director of Sharim v’Sharot, will hold auditions for all voice parts, SATB, during August and September. The choir performs throughout central New Jersey and the Delaware Valley with its repertoire of Jewish music of many eras, styles and languages. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings from September through June in Ewing, except for major holidays. The choir will perform at Verizon Hall in the Kimmel Center on March 21 for the Leonard Bernstein Bicentennial Celebration during Organ Week. Other concerts will be in synagogues, concert halls, museums and community

Washington at Rockingham, September 1783, Rockingham, Route 603 (Laurel Avenue/Kingston-Rocky Hill Road), Kingston. On Aug. 23, 1783 General and Mrs. Washington arrived at Rockingham, the Berrien family homestead, which had been rented by Congress for their use. On Sept. 9, 11 am to 5 pm, the General will be in residence once again at Rockingham. David Emerson will portray Washington during his stay in the area, looking back on the trials behind him, at the tasks at hand, and the impending future of long retirement from public life, or so he thought. Three main rooms of the historic house will be open for visitors to “meet” the General and interact with him throughout the day. For more information, go to www.rockingham.net. 25th Annual New Jersey Storytelling Festival, Howell Living History Farm, Valley Road, Hopewell. (For GPS, use 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville.) 40 storytellers from the tri-state area will tell farm-related stories and more, told continuously at four sites with opportunities to participant. Food will be for sale, Sept. 16, noon to 6 p.m.

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Sept. 9 Insect festival in Hopewell The 15th annual Insect Festival sponsored by the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County at Mercer Educational Gardens, 431A Federal City Road, Hopewell Township, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year’s theme, “Please Bug Me,” will feature a return of the Big Bug Band in addition to educational opportunities for visitors of all ages. Bees, butterflies, bugs galore, bugs in water, games in the garden, an insect hunt in the meadow and a Q&A with Barbara J. Bromley, Mercer County’s Horticulturist, highlight the activities that will help visitors learn about the importance of insects in our lives. Local environmental agencies will be present with their experts and displays, including Rutgers University Entomology faculty, Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, Mercer County Mosquito Control Commission, NJ Department of Agriculture Beneficial Insect Rearing Laboratory, Mercer County 4-H and Mercer County Equestrian Center. The Naturalist from the Mercer County Park Commission will also be present to lead insect-related activities. Admission is free. On-site parking will be available. For more information, go to www.mgofmc.org.

Sahaja yoga in Plainsboro Practitioners of Sahaja yoga, a meditation technique that they say alleviates stress and leads to a higher state of awareness, will present a free workshop at the Plainsboro Public Library beginning at 1 p.m. Plainsboro resident Jitender Pal, one of the volunteer workshop leaders, explains that Sahajayoga does not involve stretching or any kind of exercise, as does traditional yoga. Instead, he says, Sahajayoga is “pure meditation,” practiced in silence. Pal stresses that there is no need for participants to bring yoga mats or to wear any kind of special clothing to the session. The library program will consist of an introductory talk, a video presentation on the history and practice of Sahaja yoga, and an actual meditation session, either conducted in silence or accompanied by classical music. The Plainsboro Public Library is located at 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. For more information, call 609-275-2897.

General Washington at Rockingham General Washington will be in residence once again at Rockingham. David Emerson will portray Washington during his stay in the area, looking back on the trials behind him, at the tasks at hand, and the impending future of long retirement from public life, or so he thought. Three main rooms of the historic house will be open for visitors to “meet” the General and interact with him throughout the day. On Aug. 23, 1783 General and Mrs. Washington arrived at Rockingham, the Berrien family homestead, which had been rented by Congress for their use. As they settled into the place into the month of September, Washington was seen by members of Congress relaxing and even joking He was looking forward to being under his “fig and vine” as he often wrote during this year. The battles were over, and the return home soon at hand. The event is free, donations will be accepted. There will be refreshments available, and the museum store will be open. Rockingham is located at Route 603 (Laurel Ave./KingstonRocky Hill Rd.), one mile north of Route 27 in Kingston. For more information, go to www.rockingham.net.

Getting savory with apples It’s time to get crazy for apples, some of us even haunting farmers markets for those hard to find varieties. Desserts like apple pie, crisp, crumble and cake are standbys, often with vanilla bean ice cream alongside (although I’m a cheddar cheese fan myself.) But wait — there are many uses for apples in savory recipes, too, so I polled some of our local chefs for their ideas. Several have some kind of apple salad on their menu, others incorporate apples in risottos and other side dishes. Witherspoon Grill chef Christian Graciano does a pork chop with sour apple marmalade. Jim Weaver, chef/owner of Tre Piani has for years offered a delicious risotto with red wine, apples, and fontina cheese. LiLLiPiES Bakery & Cafe makes an unusual Apple Vinaigrette with Stayman Winesap apples from Terhune Orchards, and serves it yearround with their side-salads. The fall menu at Jammin’ Crepes will include an Apple Melt Crepe made with roasted apples, onion jam, cheddar cheese, bacon and fresh arugula; also on offer, a Quinoa, Kale & Apple Salad. Brothers Moon chef/owner Will Mooney adds apple and walnut to his chicken salad, and also makes a savory apple-sage bread pudding. Tony Sauppe, chef at Triumph Princeton, reports that he’s making a Cozy Piggy appetizer, “pigs in a blanket on steroids really,” he says. Andouille sausage is baked in puff pastry and served with pistachio crusted apple fritters and chipotle sweet potato sour cream. Aleppo chili infused burnt honey and mezza cilantro (between micro and baby) finishes the dish. Don’t forget the seven “Apple Days” weekends coming up at Terhune Orchards, running Sept. 16 through Oct. 29. Details for those, and their recipes for Cider Baked Chicken & Sausage and Chicken-Apple Curry are on the Terhune website at terhuneorchards.com, along with a helpful apple guide. The recipes below are from my cookbooks, but recipes for some of the restaurant dishes mentioned above will be posted on my blog, www.njspice.net. Chicken with apples and apricots Adapted from “Sephardic Flavors, Jewish Cooking of the Mediterranean,” Joyce Goldstein, Chronicle (2000). Serves 4-6. Note: Rice pilaf with pistachio nuts and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds would be lovely with this. Classic green beans and almonds would go well, too. — F.B. 1 cut-up roasting chicken 4-5 pounds 3 cups dry white wine, or as needed 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon ground ginger 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground mace 1/2 pound dried apricots 3 pounds tart green apples such as granny smith or pippin, peeled, cored,

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup apple cider or juice ¼ cup apple cider vinegar ½ cup chicken broth ½ cup crème fraîche or sour cream Quarter apples, remove cores, but leave skin on. Place in slow cooker. Trim ends of shallots and peel them. Separate any sections and add to slow cooker. In a large skillet, melt butter and oil over medium heat. Brown pork in batches, about 20 minutes total. Add to slow-cooker and salt and pepper to taste. Pour off fat in skillet. Add cider and vinegar and bring to simmer while stirring. Add broth, scraping bottom. Pour liquid over pork, cover and cook on low for 8 hours, until pork is very tender. Just before serving, remove pork, apples, and shallots with a slotted spoon and place in large bowl. Cover to keep warm. Skim fat from juices in slow cooker, stir in crème fraîche. Check for seasoning and pour sauce over pork. Curried winter squash galette Adapted from “Dinner Pies,” Ken Haedrich, Harvard Common (2015). Serves 8 to 10. The book includes a Yeasted Butter Pastry but you could substitute your own buttery pie crust. — F.B.

Terhune Orchards has all sorts of apple varieties that can be included in savory dishes. and quartered 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick 1 tablespoon sugar Â¼ cup olive oil 3 onions, chopped Salt Â¼ cup sesame seeds, toasted Rinse chicken pieces and place in shallow bowl. In a small bowl, stir together about 1½ cups wine, honey, ginger, ground cinnamon, pepper, and mace. Rub mixture over chicken pieces, cover and refrigerate a few hours to overnight. Put apricots in another bowl and add enough of remaining wine to cover. In a saucepan, combine apples, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, sugar, and water to cover. Bring to simmer over medium heat and boil 8 minutes. Drain apples, reserving liquid. Discard cinnamon stick. Warm oil in large pot over

medium heat. Add onions, season with salt, and sauté until golden, about 15 minutes. Add chicken pieces and their marinade, soaked apricots and liquid, and apple poaching liquid. Bring to boil over high heat, reduce to low, cover and simmer until chicken is almost cooked, 25 to 30 minutes. Check level of liquid and add water if necessary to keep apricots from scorching. Add reserved apples and simmer 5 to 10 minutes more. Transfer to a deep platter, sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve. Normandy pork Adapted from “The French Slow Cooker,” Michele Scicolone, Houghton, Mifflin, Harcourt (2012). Serves 8. 4 large, firm cooking apples, like Fuji or golden delicious 12 ounces shallots (about 6 large)

Chilled pastry crust (same amount as for a 2-crust pie) 3 tablespoons butter 3 halved and thinly sliced sweet onions 2 cups peeled, diced (1”) winter squash 2 teaspoons curry powder 1 cup peeled, diced (1/2”) Granny Smith or other tart apple 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 4 -5 ounces Brie cheese, cut into chunks Melt butter in stovetop casserole, add onions, salt, pepper. Cover and cook 10 minutes over medium-low heat. Remove lid, raise heat to medium, cook 5 more minutes. Add squash and curry powder, cook 5 minutes, then add apples and 2-3 tablespoons water. Cover and cook 5 minutes, uncover and cook off most of the liquid. Add sugar and vinegar, cooking an additional minute, and remove to platter to cool. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and get out a large, rimless baking sheet. Roll out chilled dough into a 14-inchby-12-inch oblong on a sheet of parchment paper sized to fit in pan. Pull parchment and dough onto baking sheet. Spread cooled filling on dough to within 1 Â½ inches of the edge. Fold dough up and over the border of filling. Bake on middle rack 35 minutes (dough should brown), then add Brie and bake 5 more minutes. Cool baking sheet on rack for 5 minutes before sliding the galette off the paper to cool directly on rack 5 more minutes. Faith Bahadurian blogs at njspice.net (also Twitter @njspice).

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What to do when a project stalls

Upon embarking on a home improvement project, homeowners who have never before lived through such undertakings are often told to expect their projects to take more time than initial estimates suggested. Unforeseen complications can compromise project timelines, and some homeowners may find their projects stuck in neutral. Stalled projects can make life at home difficult, and homeowners may feel helpless with regard to getting a project back on course. But there are ways for homeowners to get stalled projects back on course.

Start off on solid financial footing. It’s important that homeowners who want to upgrade their homes enter the home improvement process with a realistic grasp of their finances. Many home improvement projects stall when homeowners run out of money. Homeowners can avoid such unfortunate situations by beginning a project they know they can afford. Whether funding a project with a loan or savings or a combination of both, homeowners should make an honest assessment of what they can afford to

commit to a given project. If the amount of money available does not add up to the estimated cost of the project, delay the project now or you might be facing a stalled project down the road. Honestly assess whether or not you can finish the job. Do-ityourselfers may have the abilities to complete a project, but they should not let their pride get in the way of their ultimate goal, which is the completion of the project. In addition to money, time or lack thereof, is often the culprit behind stalled projects. Homeowners with full-time jobs, families or both may not be able to find the time to complete a job in a timely fashion. If the project has been stuck in neutral and no sudden windfall of free time is on the horizon, start contacting contractors to finish the job for you.

a stalled project back on track. Certain home improvement projects may not require advanced skills, and even friends or family with little or no home improvement experience can pitch in to complete such projects. When more advanced projects stall, homeowners may want to hire contractors to complete the work. If budgets have not left much room for hiring a contractor, homeowners can perform some of the labor on their own.

Be mindful of permits. Some home improvement projects require permits, and these permits often have expiration dates. Homeowners must keep permits in mind when projects start to stall, recognizing that they may need to reapply for permits if projects go unfinished for especially long periods of time. Stalled home improvement projects can be a nightmare. But homeowners can address such delays in various Ask for help. There’s no shame in ways to get projects back on track. — asking for help to complete a project. Metro Creative Connection Some homeowners may underestimate the scope of a project until it’s too late. Taking the right steps before Asking family, friends or neighbors starting a project can help ensure for help might be the only way to get it doesn’t get stalled.

Improve privacy and security at home

Living in close proximity to one’s neighbors has its benefits. But many homeowners would no doubt admit that privacy at home is a good thing. Whether homeowners are enjoying their yard in spring or summer or simply want their in-home activities to be less obvious to neighbors, their privacy is a year-round concern. If privacy is a concern, homeowners can take certain steps to ensure their homes stay or become the sanctuaries they were designed to be.

Window treatments and frosting Windows allow natural light to enter a home, but windows also enable neighbors and others to see into a home. If thieves are the ones looking inside, wide open windows present a security issue. Window treatments are an effective way to add privacy to a

home. Closing curtains or blinds limits others’ ability to see inside the house. Switch to more opaque window treatments when using interior lighting more often, as gossamer draperies may still make it possible for outsiders to understand what’s going on inside the home if people and items are backlit. For those who do not want to compromise natural light, frosted windows can satisfy a desire for privacy. Windows can be purchased with frosting in place, and home improvement retailers sell various products that can create a frosted look. Fencing and perimeter plantings Privet hedge, arborvitae or Italian cypress are fast-growing evergreens that provide privacy around a home

for homeowners who do not want to install traditional fencing. These trees also provide a natural habitat for various yard animals. Layering various plants of different heights and textures also can create a more natural and less imposing look. Fencing remains a viable option to create privacy and stop noise pollution. Privacy fences come in various materials, colors and sizes, enabling homeowners to choose styles that fit their landscapes.

Fencing and well-placed plantings can improve privacy for homeowners who desire it.

Pergolas and enclosed patios Homeowners who like to entertain outdoors may want to make their outdoor living spaces more private. Pergolas allow light to filter through but obstruct direct view of patio activity, especially when combined with some gauzy draperies hanging on the sides.

An enclosed patio or three-season room can be a worthwhile addition for homeowners who like to enjoy the great outdoors without being in the elements or on display for neighbors. Structures vary from screened-in porches to greenhouses to removable gazebos. Potted plants or trailing vines can soften the structural edges and help the privacy devices blend in with the natural surroundings.

Personal tactics Homeowners who do not want their neighbors or others knowing what they’re up to in their free time can limit what they share through photos and descriptions on social media. Doing so also cuts down on neighbors’ curiosity. — Metro Creative Connection

Fall lawn tips to keep grass healthy

Spring and summer may be the seasons most often associated with landscaping and lawn care, but tending to lawns and gardens is a yearround job. If lawn and garden responsibilities dip considerably in winter, then fall is the last significant chance before the new year that homeowners will have to address the landscaping around their homes. Fall lawn care differs from spring and summer lawn care, even if the warm temperatures of summer linger into autumn. Homeowners who want their lawns to thrive year-round can take advantage of the welcoming weather of fall to address any existing or po-

tential issues. Keep mowing, but adjust how you mow. It’s important that homeowners continue to mow their lawns so long as grass is growing. But as fall transitions into winter, lower the blades so the grass is cut shorter while remaining mindful that no blade of grass should ever be trimmed by more than one-third. Lowering the blades will allow more sunlight to reach the grass in the months ahead. Remove leaves as they fall. Much like apple-picking and foliage, raking leaves is synonymous with fall. Some

homeowners may wait to pick up a rake until all of the trees on their properties are bare. However, allowing fallen leaves to sit on the ground for extended periods of time can have an adverse effect on grass. Leaves left to sit on the lawn may ultimately suffocate the grass by forming an impenetrable wall that deprives the lawn of sunlight and oxygen. The result is dead grass and possibly even fungal disease. Leaves may not need to be raked every day, but homeowners should periodically rake and remove leaves from their grass, even if there are plenty left to fall still hanging on the trees.

Repair bald spots. Summer exacts a toll on lawns in various ways, and even homeowners with green thumbs may end up with a lawn filled with bald spots come September. Autumn is a great time to repair these bald spots. Lawn repair mixes contain mulch, seed and fertilizer to repair bald spots, which can begin to recover in as little as seven days. Before applying such products, remove dead grass and loosen the top few inches of soil. Follow any additional manufacturer instructions as well. Aerate the turf. Aerating reduces soil compacting, facilitating the deliv-

ery of fertilizer and water to a lawn’s roots. While many homeowners, and particularly those who take pride in tending to their own lawns, can successfully aerate their own turf, it’s best to first have soil tested so you know which amendments to add after the ground has been aerated. Gardening centers and home improvement stores sell soil testing kits that measure the pH of soil, but homeowners who want to test for nutrients or heavy metals in their soil may need to send their samples to a lab for further testing. Fall lawn care provides a great reason to spend some time in the yard before the arrival of winter.

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Pam Hersh

Ain’t no party like a Pine Street block party This year’s neighborhood bash will honor Gundel Bradford, who helped found the street’s annual celebration

Pineys refuse to pine away. They prefer to eat, drink, and dance the night away, sometimes until 2 a.m. And that is what the residents of Pine Street — self-labeled Pineys — will be doing Sept. 9. They will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Pine Street block party and the life of its artistic director, Gundel Bradford, who died earlier this year at the age of 81, in her home on Pine Street. Gundel was a founding force behind the elegant Pine Street neighborhood park party, a distant relative of the familiar block party that is generally characterized by plastic-and-paper disposables and edibles such as hot dogs, hoagies and chips. Along with live, bluegrass music from local musicians, the Pine Street party since its inception has featured Gundel Bradford’s hand-made accouterments. Gundel’s specially crafted party items, which will play a starring role in this year’s party in spite of the absence of their owner, include: red-and-white-checkered table cloths, candle lanterns, fresh-flower holders made from a Gundel collection of French mustard jars, silver serving pieces and ice bucket, and decorative lights strung in the trees of the Pine Street Park, whose formal name is the David Bradford Park. The Pine Street pocket park in 2005 was named in memory of Princeton University economist David Bradford, Gundel’s partner in life as well as creative partner in the Pine Street neighborhood party. He died 22 years ago when he sustained third-degree burns from a fire in his home. Each of the approximately 50 neighbors brings a dish, but “Gundel’s food offering, of course, was spectacular,” said Deborah Kaple, a Pine Street resident and one of the organizers of this year’s event. “Every year she would contribute a giant plum torte with home-made whipped cream.” In addition, true to her German heritage, Gundel would don a

Deborah Kaple is one of the organizers of Pine Street’s annual block party. traditional German folk dress for the occasion. Kaple said Gundel the dress herself. “[It] featured a beautiful organza white apron,” Kaple said. “She wore that dress for four decades, her size never changing. She brought magical touches to the neighborhood celebration.” The Bradfords were passionate Pineys, but failed to capture the record for the most years as Pine Street residents. Tina LaFauci, in her late 80s, was born and raised and continues to live on Pine Street, with other longtime residents being Betty Cohen, Peter and Barbara Westergaard, and Mitsuru Yasuhara. “The party celebrates longtime residents and new arrivals, as well as Pine Street’s special character,” said Kaple, who moved with her family to Pine Street 15 years ago. I never have lived on the street but have walked it numerous times, and was honored to have been invited years ago to the party re-dedicating a spruced up David Bradford Park. Gundel, academically trained in economics like her husband, also pursued her

passion for landscape artistry. In 1991 she studied landscape design at George Washington University. Thus, she took it upon herself to oversee the renovation of the park named in honor of her husband — and did so with her unrelenting focus on landscape elegance and excellence. I would describe Pine Street, as one of the most funky and intimate streets in what was formerly the Borough of Princeton. The narrow, one-block, one-way street has a Harry Potter feel (as did the Dinky train station prior to renovation). Pine Street features small homes in a mishmash of architectural styles (modern, federal, Greek revival, stick-style). The structures are set on lots very close to one another and with minimal setback from the street. Several “secret” homes sit behind the others and are invisible to those driving down the street. Working with Kaple on the implementation of the party are Pine Street residents Andrea Stock and Wendy Bond, who started the party preparations about five weeks ago. They hand-delivered save-the-date notifications and the invitations themselves, rather than using emails or texts. In their opinion, the in-person, old-fashioned delivery fits the personal and close ambiance of the neighborhood. They invite their neighbors on Spruce and Maple streets, “just to be neighborly because we do make a lot of noise and the street is closed, thus causing a vehicular inconvenience,” Kaple said. Another neighbor who may be inconvenienced by the party and street closing is Jack Morrison who owns the seafood market (Nassau Street Seafood) and restaurant (Blue Point Grill), located at Nassau and Pine streets. “Jack is a great neighbor, who instead of getting annoyed, he contributes a wonderful seafood dish that serves many people,” Kaple said. The organizing committee intends to lay out the food as Gundel had done in the past — with the main courses being arranged on the table to the back of the park and the dessert table along the left side of the park. “We are carrying on Gundel’s and David’s Pine Street Party traditions, but the party will never be quite the same without the Bradford creative energy,” said Kaple, who has no doubt that their spirits will be lurking in the park’s foliage to make sure that everyone is celebrating — not pining for — years gone by.

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What you need to know about giving birth by C-section

If you are pregnant or even just thinking about having a baby, chances are you already have an idea of how you want to deliver. While the majority of babies are born vaginally, more than one third are delivered surgically by cesarean section, according to the National Institutes of Health. There are many reasons a C-section may be necessary, and it is important for expectant parents to understand why and how the procedure is performed so they are prepared before their baby is due. The following are answers to some of the most common questions people have about C-sections: What is a C-section? A cesarean delivery or Csection is a surgical procedure in which a baby is

delivered through an incision in the mother’s abdomen and uterus instead of vaginally through the birth canal. The procedure is performed using either general anesthesia (most often in an emergency situation) or regional anesthesia such as a spinal block, an injection in the spinal column that blocks pain by numbing the spinal nerves. When is a C-section necessary? In most cases, a C-section is performed in order to protect the health of the mother and baby. Specifically, a Csection may be necessary when: * Labor is failing to progress because the cervix is not dilating and opening enough or contractions are no longer working to move the baby along.

* An abnormal heart rate is detected by fetal heart monitoring, which allows doctors to track how the baby’s heart is responding to contractions. * Heavy bleeding caused by problems with the placenta or placenta previa, a condition in which the placenta blocks the cervix. * The baby is in a breech position, meaning it is upside down, and the feet rather than the head would be delivered first. * The baby is too large. According to the NIH, women with gestational diabetes, especially if their blood sugar is not controlled, are at increased risk for larger babies that require a Csection delivery. * The mother has an infection such as HIV or herpes. A C-section can reduce

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As the NIH notes, a Csection is relatively safe for mother and baby. Still, it is a major surgery and carries risks. Complications are rare, but can include infection, blood loss, blood clots, and injury to the bowel or bladder. They are often easily treated. Infants delivered by C-section may experience breathing problems because of respiratory secretions that are normally cleared by chest compressions that occur naturally during a vaginal birth. These breathing problems are also easily treated. If I had a C-section, can I deliver vaginally next time? Having a C-section does not automatically rule out a subsequent vaginal birth. Several factors need to be considered to determine whether a vaginal birth after

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. How long have you been in Real Estate? . What are the three things that separate you from A. I have been in Real Estate for 16+ years the competition? and absolutely love what I do. I can’t imagine any other A. First: I truly believe it is my passion for what I do profession that would allow me to meet such wonderful people and clients sense that, which makes them feel safe in knowing from all walks of life, that in turn become lifelong clients, referrals that I have their best interest in mind at all times. Second: When and friends. working with clients, I provide them with 100% support and educate them on the market conditions & trends, inventory . What is your specialty? and pertinent information concerning their home selection A. I can say I am equally versed in working with and/or existing home. Third: I can say I am a “Techie” and Buyers and Sellers. I provide Buyer Consultations am always ahead of the curve when it comes to Internet for first time buyers and walk them through a step by step presence, elite marketing strategies, top photography/ orientation on the process towards home ownership. I also value virtual tours, drone videos, smart phone apps, Social my time with Sellers when marketing, staging and assisting them Media tools, etc…anything that is new and cutting edge in selling their most precious asset. I am also fluent in Spanish is usually being implemented. and serve the Hispanic community. . What is one tip you have for someone . What is the most Challenging/Gratifying aspect of who is looking to buy or sell a home? what you do? A. My advice is to be selective when hiring A. The most challenging aspect is trying to get the a Realtor, make sure you have the right experienced customer to leave behind all of their preconceived notions of professional who is hard working, responsive, Realtors and past negative experiences and ultimately gain their knowledgeable and most of all trustworthy. trust. The most gratifying aspect would be that moment when You have to feel comfortable with whom the Buyer has found the home of their dreams and seeing the you choose and have a connection excitement light up their face or when the Seller has accepted an aside from all of the above. offer on their home and are happy to know that a wonderful new family will be making memories there as well. . Why should someone choose you as their Real Estate Agent? A. I am extremely diligent, experience and knowledgeable in all that I do. I care, not only in assisting my 1378 Route 206 clients with their current transaction, but Skillman “Montgomery” NJ I hope to make a lasting impression that will create a long standing relationship with them, their families and friends.

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Facing the rising sun on a 4.95 wooded acres, this 5200 square foot home is one of the largest in an upscale 9 estate homes community. A cathedral ceiling entrance foyer welcomes you into this meticulously maintained home. Sanctuary deck, remodeled Chef’s kitchen, Pella windows, and granite countertops are only a few of the many features and upgrades awaiting you -- Far too many to list here! Call today!

253 Nassau Street Princeton, NJ 08540

1 New Road Kendall Park, NJ 08824

Rocco.Darmiento@FoxRoach.com

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Lawrence Twp

Beautifully situated contemporary home offers quiet privacy but proximity to Princeton, commuter corridors, and Montgomery Township schools. Open plan, cook’s kitchen, large vaultedceiling family room. First floor office and formal dining room. On the second floor, the main suite with an ensuite bath, plus three goodsize bedrooms and a hall bath. Large basement, lots of closets, and a lovely patio overlooking the lawn and woods.

Listed by Lee Lee Lim Broker Manager

Listed by Rocco D’armiento Team Wendy, Rocco, Melissa ReaLToR®, e-Pro, SReS Cell: 267-980-8546

$738,800

$699,000

24 Sassafras Road OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 9/10 1-3pm

181 Plainsboro Road OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 9/10 1-4pm Custom designed architectural gem in a park-like setting. Contemporary style home is unique in historic Cranbury. 4 BR, 3 full & 2 1/2 Bas. Cranbury is a Blue Ribbon elementary school. Students attend the prestigious Princeton High School. This home has a Beautiful expansive open floor plan.Solarium has 15 ft High ceilings. Beautiful lush landscaping with lots of privacy in a natural setting adjacent to 300 acres of preserved farmland. Features double oven, granite counters, Subzero fridge, recessed lighting, Sits on 2 private acres with IG pool, 2-level azek deck. much more!

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45 N. Main Street Lambertville, NJ 08530

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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.

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

Majestic 5 BR Col. Lrg front porch w/white soaring pillars, circ drive. Arched doorways, built-ins, pocket doors, columns, bay winds w/wind seat, hdwd flrs, wet bar, handmade fplc mantle w/framed mirror. Renov kit: high-end SS appl’s, granite counters, brkfst & butler’s areas. Formal LR & DR, fam rm/den. Bright, sunny 450+ sf great rm. French doors to wrap-around patio & deck. Upstairs: MBR w/WICs & luxurious BA w/Jacuzzi tub & sep shower; 4 more BRs & 2 full BAs. Wo bsmt w/full BA. 3C gar w/shelving. Great location!

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

609-924-1600

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Listed by Donna M. Murray Sales Associate, ReALtoR®

Listed by Donna M. Murray Sales Associate, REALTOR® Cell: 908-391-8396

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609-924-1600

donna.murray@foxroach.com 2016 NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Award® Winner -Platinum

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CRANBURY $845,000 A 5 BR, 3 BA home w/ 2-car gar, HW t/o 1st ﬂr & new carpet t/o 2nd. Kit. w/ granite, double wall ovens, Jennair® cooktop, SS applcs. (Web ID 1715539)

CRANBURY $1,117,999 This 8 BR & 7.5 BA cstm home on 1.5 acres has resortlike land, home-theater w/ 10ft projector, salt water I/G pool, ovrszd 3-car gar. WWP schools. (Web ID 6941582)

EAST BRUNSWICK $435,000 A 4 BR & 2.5 BA Townhouse, upgraded EIK, Hardwood floors, upper floor laundry, finished basement & home theatre. (Web ID 7032365)

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EAST WINDSOR $229,900 You’ll instantly fall in love w/ this 2 BR, 2 1/2 BA townhome in Windsor Woods. Wonderful curb appeal w/ front porch! A/C & furnace 2 yrs old. (Web ID 7035898) 609-448-1400

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Allen Rudner

EAST WINDSOR $329,000 41 Oak Branch. Updtd 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA home w/ fresh paint, new kitchen w/ new applcs. & new tile ﬂooring. All new windows & new furnace. Dir: 41 Oak Branch (Web ID 6906598) 609-448-1400

Jenifer Janis

EAST WINDSOR $237,900 Investment Opportunity. Beautifully redone rare 3 BR condo in Windsor Mill. New laminate ﬂoors in living area & a W/B FP. Tenant occupied. (Web ID 7018789)

EAST WINDSOR $328,000 A 4 BR & 2.5 BA Colonial with eat-in kitchen, master with two closets, large back yard and walkout basement. (Web ID 7024457)

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EAST WINDSOR $343,000 93 Shelley Circle. This 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA townhome in desirable Windsor Meadows is a fantastic ﬁnd, has EIK, upgraded w/ granite cntrs & cstm backsplash, plus ﬁn. bsmt. Dir: 93 Shelley Circle. (Web ID 7040371)

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FRANKLIN TWP. $453,000 34 Dorchester. Fabulous 4 BR Col. on a great lot & location! Beautifully maintained & updtd incl. kitchen & BAs. Move-in condition. Dir: 29 Buﬀa Dr. (Web ID 3405892) 908-874-8100

FRANKLIN TWP. $499,900 131 Canal Walk Blvd. Stunning Exeter on premium lot. This 3 BR, 2-1/2 BA home oﬀers many upgrades. Move-in condition. Dir: 131 Canal Walk Blvd. (Web ID 3393760) 908-874-8100

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EAST WINDSOR $449,900 7 Keswick Rd. This 5 BR in Wendover Commons sits on a lndscpd lot. Plenty of storage w/ attic, lots of closets, 2 car gar. & shed. Dir: 7 Keswick Rd. (Web ID 7042719) 609-448-1400 HIGHTSTOWN $230,000 This 2 multi-unit property is located in the historic town of Hightstown. The property is located in a commercial zone, fully rented & shows well. (Web ID 7025319)

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Adam Chu

HILLSBOROUGH $219,000 34 Dorchester A 2 BR townhouse in great location, w/ closet space, many updates including BAs, kitchen, windows, plus ﬁnished basement. Dir: 34 Dorchester Ct. (Web ID 3394958) 908-874-8100

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HILLSBOROUGH $485,000 107 Nostrand Rd. One of the best locations in Courtland, Backs to woods w/ 4 BRs, 2-car gar. & full ﬁnished-Part. basmnt. Dir: 107 Nostrand Rd. (Web ID 3414962) 908-874-8100

HILLSBOROUGH $537,900 Colonial w/ 4 BRs, study, large kitchen, two-story family room, oversized deck and walkout basement. (Web ID 3377869) 908-874-8100

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Christina Grant

Freddie Gomberg

Jean Budny

LAWRENCEVILLE $495,000 A natural setting envelops this move-in ready, classic Colonial in a wonderful location, just a short bike ride to the center of Lawrenceville. (Web ID 7041874) 609-921-1900

Linda Twining

LAWRENCEVILLE $569,000 33 W Church Rd. Immaculate Col. w/ great FR addit., en suite MBR w/ 26` closet, updtd kit. & BAs. Great outside entertainment area. A must see. Dir: 33 W Church Rd. (Web ID 7044583) 609-921-1900

Lori Janick

PENNINGTON $585,000 A 3 BR, 2.5 BA Col. on tree-lined street w/ EIK, LR w/ WB FP & lg windows looking over front yard, plus a landscaped back yard w/mature trees, plantings & stone patio. (Web ID 6987387) 609-921-1900

LAWRENCEVILLE $660,000 This 4 BR & 2.5 BA Tudor has open ﬂoor plan, upgraded EIK, master w/ WIC, lg master BA, ﬁn. basement, back yard w/ 2 level deck & 2-car gar. (Web ID 6986689) 609-799-3500

Christina Wang

PRINCETON JCT. $650,000 This 4 BR & 2.5 BA Colonial has solid HW ﬂs in LR & DR, kit. w/ granite & SS applcs., brick WB FP, master en-suite and lg fenced yard. (Web ID 7011825) 609-799-3500

PRINCETON $895,900 A 5 BR & 2.5 BA on corner lot has master w/ 2 WICs, marble BA w/ high-end ﬁnishes, updtd EIK, full bsmnt, screened porch & FP. Near major routes. (Web ID 6806776) 609-799-3500

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Linda Twining

SOMERSET $359,900 48 Fifteenth St. Cape w/ 4 BRs, 2 full BAs, numerous updates & upgrades. Spacious t/o, full basement, enclosed porch & more. Dir: 48 Fiftheenth St. (Web ID 3386426) 908-874-8100

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

Joseph Plotnick WEST WINDSOR $869,000 Brand new custom built 4 BR, 3 ½ BA luxury home on ½-acre wooded lot. Transitional style home features a 2-story LR & separate master BR suite. (Web ID 7041018) 609-921-1900

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Princeton Office available for Mental Health Specialist Off Route 1 corridor; furnished; availability every day. 134 sq. ft.; windows that open facing trees, nicely renovated: free parking; Waiting Room, Utilities, Cleaning included. Reception Services available for additional fee. Rent based on commitment. Contact Barbara @ 609-419-0123. View at www.drfernandez.org

Montgomery HS Dance Team Annual Yard Sale Multi-Family Yard Sale Sunday, September 17th 9 am - 1 pm Rain or Shine: Sportswear, books, small appliances, toys, kitchen supplies, craft supplies and more. 343 Route 601 Belle Mead

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HILLSBOROUGH Saturday 9/9 Sunday 9/10 9 am - 3 pm Huge Sale! Housewares, furniture, tools, Christmas, clothing, and much much more! 6 Hillcrest Road

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Antique wood decorative mirror Mirror with picture above mirror showing Princeton University as College of New Jersey, gates with gargoyles, and horse drawn carriages only on Nassau Street. Decorative wood frame in black and gold in perfect condition- 29 x 15â&#x20AC;? . Bought in 1989 in Princeton as an antique, now moved to North Carolina and downsizing. $350.00. 919-360-8988

Yardley Friends Meeting Autumn Market Sat. Sept. 9 from 8-3 (raindate, Sept. 23). 65 N. Main St. Yardley. Yardley Friends Meeting is hosting its annual autumn market. Enjoy our beautiful grounds while shopping among multiple vendors offering antiques, crafts, books, silent auction, white elephant tables and more. Luncheon, desserts and vegetarian fare. http://yardleyfriendsmeeting.or g/autumn-market/

HOPEWELL Two bedroom, $1275/month. Available 9/1. 609-466-1350 Commercial Property/Sale

Autos for Sale Winnebago Rialta 1995 59k miles, auto, 2A/C, $2587 sale price, 21ft, very clean. Call or Text 609-434-3540 FOR SALE 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 in very good condition, 150k miles, 4WD, 5.3L engine 8Cyl, automatic. $2100. Call: 609-316-2261 2002 Toyota Camry Only one owner, Engine: 2.4L V16, 54k original miles, automatic transmision, $2100. Contact: 201-639-8026 Garage Sale CRANBURY, 08550 - Estate Sale, 25 Goddard Drive. Sept 8, 9 & 10, 9am-4pm. Everything like new. 30 years of accumulation. Go to estatesales.net enter zip code for photos and info. PRINCETON NJ ANNUAL COMMUNITY YARDSALE 198 Homes! Saturday September 16 8 am - 2 pm Raindate: Sunday September 17 The Woods at Princeton Walk between Rt. 1 and Rt. 27 (Trap Rock Quarry Off Rt. 522) South Brunswick PRINCETON ESTATE SALE Friday September 8 Saturday September 9 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Artwork by Richard Field Maynard and his daughter Beverly Maynard Jeffers, Vintage Furniture, Day Bed, Desk, Cedar Chest, Breakfront, Fine China, Art Books, and more! 37 Wiggins Street #2 Second Floor For photos, visit evelyngordonestatesales.com

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