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Ex-county park commission chief pleads not guilty to corruption By Philip Sean Curran Staff Writer
Former Mercer County Park Commission executive director Kevin B. Bannon pleaded not guilty Monday to public corruption charges for which the erstwhile government employee and college basketball coach wants to go on trial. Bannon, accompanied by family and friends at Mercer County Superior Court in Trenton, did not speak during his arraignment before Judge Darlene J. Pereksta. He stood beside his lawyer, Jack Fur-
long, who has filed a motion asking the judge to fix a “speedy trial date.� Bannon, 60, is not interested in reaching a plea bargain, but rather wants his day in front of a jury, said Furlong. Bannon was charged, in October, in a 10-count indictment with official misconduct and related offenses stemming from his county job and a nonprofit organization that Bannon had run with his brother. The state Attorney General’s Office, which brought the case following an investigation that included raiding park com-
mission offices last year, accused Bannon of “diverting� thousands of dollars that should have gone to the county to the nonprofit, Friends of Mercer County Parks, that had been formed to aid the Park Commission. He is the only person charged in the case, with the most serious offenses each carrying prison sentences of up to 10 years. Bannon was fired last year. The case has taken a toll him, with Bannon’s wife being “harassed� by at least one former county employee on her Facebook page, the lawyer said.
Furlong said he intends to subpoena records from a law firm, Riker Danzig, the county hired to probe the Bannon matter. The firm, Furlong said, “interviewed dozens of witness. They reviewed thousands of documents. They prepped witnesses for appearance before the state grand jury. They conducted field investigation of all manner of facilities and abstracts and talked to independent contractors.� “I find it hard to digest that taxpayers of Mercer County, of which I am one, paid north of three quarters of a million dollars
for legal services that extended no further than some minimal advice to the county executive on how to handle this investigation by the Attorney General,� Furlong said. Julie Willmot, county spokeswoman, said by email Monday that the law firm “prepared no internal investigating involving Kevin Bannon and or the Park Commission for the county of Mercer.� Asked if the firm did any work in connection with the Bannon case, she answered: “Mercer County and the Mercer County
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Former teacher charged with child sex assault By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
A former teacher at The Pennington School has been charged with institutional sexual assault for allegedly sexually assaulting a 16year-old student who attended the private school last spring, according to the Solebury Township (Pa.) Police Department. Alyssia Marie Reddy, 28, who lives in the Baltimore, Md., area, was also charged with unlawful contact with a minor, corruption of a minor and criminal use of a communications facility, police said. She was arrested Dec. 1 in Maryland. Reddy was charged after the Solebury Township Police Department received a report on Nov. 20 of an alleged sexual assault that occurred at a park on River Road (Route 32) in Solebury Township in spring 2017. Police investigated the report and charged Reddy with
the offenses. Reddy left The Pennington School and was employed by St. Paul’s School for Girls in Baltimore, Md., during the 2017-18 school year. A Maryland TV station reported that Reddy was terminated from the Maryland school, following her arrest last week. The Maryland girls’ school issued a statement indicating that school officials “had no information suggesting any prior improper conduct� by Reddy, according to reports. Reddy was arrested by the Solebury Township Police Department, with help from the Baltimore County (Md.) Police Fugitive Task Force. The Police Department also was assisted by the Mercer County (N.J.) Prosecutor’s Office and the Bucks County (Pa.) District Attorney’s Office. Reddy is waiting extradition to Pennsylvania.
Registration open for annual holiday light competition By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
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Hopewell Valley residents who want to “make spirits bright� will have their chance, as they decorate their homes for Christmas in the second annual Hopewell Valley Holiday Light competition. The contest encourages residents of the Hopewell Valley to enter, with winners slated to be announced on Christmas Eve. Participants should register by filling out a form at Hopewell Borough Hall, or online at https://tinyurl.com/y9x56edo. The deadline to register is midnight
Dec. 13. Homes must be decorated by Dec. 16. A map and list of the addresses will be available at Hopewell Borough Hall, beginning Dec. 15. The list of homes will also be available online. The final day to vote online is Dec. 23, and any ballots at Hopewell Borough Hall will be collected Dec. 22. Prizes, donated by local businesses, will be awarded to the winners. For more information or questions, email Hopewellevent@gmail.com.
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Running for a cause On Saturday, Dec. 2, Pennington Presbyterian Church had its third annual DashAway 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk. It was a multi-generational event for the benefit of three important local charities: Trenton Urban Promise, Home Front and the Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund.
Electronic cigarette vendors must be licensed in Pennington, council says By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
Stores that sell electronic cigarettes and other “vaping� devices will now be licensed, under an ordinance approved by Pennington Borough Council this week. The new licensing law, which aims to keep those devices out of the hands of young people, will help Pennington Borough officials keep tabs on the stores in the borough that sell them.
A new state law took effect last month that raised the minimum age to buy tobacco and related products, such as e-cigarettes, from 19 years old to 21 years old. Would-be purchasers must show a photo ID that lists their date of birth. Pennington Borough’s newly adopted ordinance defines “nicotine delivery products� as anything that is designed to deliver nicotine or vapor, including e-cigarettes and other types of elec-
tronic smoking devices. Electronic smoking devices are defined as electronic cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos and pipes, and the liquids and powders associated with them. The devices can be used to deliver nicotine or other substances to the person inhaling from them. Nicotine patches and nicotine chewing gum that have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug See E-CIG, Page 3A
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Boheme Opera hosts its Sixth Annual Holiday presentation on Friday, December 8 at 7 p.m. in the East Gallery of the iconic Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton. Inspired by the photographs of artist Elyn Zimmerman’s exhibit, Sensitive Chaos, this year’s performance selections will focus on the viewer’s reaction to the moon, sun, clouds, planets, and star charts depicted in her West Gallery exhibition. Highlighted will be arias by Dvorak, Puccini and Wagner, as well as classic Broadway, film and holiday songs. The concert will conclude with Boheme’s traditional spirited sing-along.
Adult, senior and student (6+) online tickets in advance are $10 each. Tickets in-person that evening are purchased in the Welcome Center: $16-adult, $13-senior and $10-student (6+). The Van Gogh Café will be open and offers French-inspired street food, coffee bar, craft beer and wine, remaining open until 7:45 p.m. on December 8.
Madrigal dinner The Hopewell Valley Central High School Chamber Singers will host a madrigal dinner on Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. at Stony Brook Elementary School. An evening of fun and food, served by costumed choir members, rings in the holiday season in a medieval way. Please join us for a three-course meal, a performance of a
short play, and plenty of singing of traditional holiday tunes by Central High School’s premier choir. Tickets are $25 for adults, and $15 for students/children. Tickets must be purchased by Dec. 6. All proceeds support Central High School’s choir programs. Stony Brook Elementary is at 20 Stephenson Road, Pennington, NJ 08534. Buy tickets online at https://hvchsmtpa.networkforgood.com/events/4491madrigal-dinner-2017 or contact Choir Director Randy White at randywhite@hvrsd.org. You can also send a check for tickets, made out to HVRSD, to Randy White, CHS, 259 Pennington Titusville Road, Pennington, NJ 08534.
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REFLECTING VALUES Among Jews, it is traditional to cover up all the mirrors in a house of mourning. This conspicuous custom, which dates back to the Middle Ages, is steeped in spiritual values. To begin with, the use of a mirror is shunned during mourning because it is used for personal grooming and cosmetic purposes, which should have lost their importance to the mourner. Those who are stricken with grief do not want the comfort that the use of a mirror can bring. In addition, during “shiva” (the mourning period), it is customary to hold daily services in the house of the mourner, who is prohibited from praying in front of a physical image, even one’s own face reflected in a mirror. A funeral can and should be as unique as
the life that is being celebrated. Personalizing a funeral or memorial service can be very therapeutic--it gives you and your family something to concentrate on as you relive memories. To learn more about the funeral and memorial services we offer, please call 609737-2900. We offer a variety of ways for you to honor their life, pay tribute, and celebrate special memories as you begin to heal and find closure. Our funeral home is located at 21 North Main St. Continuous Family Service Since 1881. “Say not in grief ‘he is no more’ but live in thankfulness that he was.” Hebrew proverb
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Santa visits PQM This holiday season, Pennington Quality Market and the PQM Kids Club continues its tradition of giving a free gift to all the parents in the community a beautiful picture of your child and Santa Claus. They’ll be taking free kids pictures with Santa on Saturday, December 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. PQM Kids’ Club members are eligible for this free gift. If your child is not a member, sign up on the spot with an easy-to-fill-out application. PQM Kids’ Club Members continue to receive treats all year long and especially at holiday time. For more information visit our website at www.pqmonline.com.
Addiction comfort service On Sunday, December 10 at 5 p.m., Pennington Presbyterian, at 13 S. Main Street, invites the community to an informal service of prayer, comfort and healing for those suffering from addiction and also for the people who care about them. This is a community outreach program of the church’s mission committee and is intended as a safe space to share the love of God and ourselves with those who may be feeling helpless and without hope. All are welcome.
Hopewell Valley Chorus holiday concert The Hopewell Valley Chorus will present its annual holiday concert, “Deck the Halls,” on Friday, December 15, at 7:30 p.m. Artistic Director Heather Mitchell will lead a program featuring a wide range of songs —-sacred and secular, classical and contemporary, unusual and familiar - by composers including Mozart, Busto, and PDQ Bach, Jerry Herman and LeRoy Anderson. Before and after the concert, the audience is invited to shop at a
jewelry sale and bid on a handmade quilt or a set of Lenox dinnerware. The concert takes place at St. James Church, 115 E. Delaware Ave., Pennington, NJ. Tickets are $15, general admission, and $10 seniors and students. They may be ordered online at www.hopewellvalleychorus.org. For further information, call 609-737-3177 or email hopewellvalleychorus@gmail.com.
Coffee house cabaret On Dec. 15, come in from the cold for a fun and casual Coffee House Cabaret at Hopewell Elementary School at 7 p.m. Featured will be CHS a cappella groups U Got Male, She Major, Con Brio and others, singing holiday tunes and other music. Admission is free, donations encouraged to support Central High School’s outstanding music programs. Hopewell Elementary is located at 35 Princeton Ave., Hopewell, NJ 08525.
First ever Senior Center Cookie Exchange Join us for our first ever cookie exchange. We are asking you to bring a dozen or more of your favorite cookies to the senior center along with a copy of your recipe to share among our friends. Randi will put together a recipe book of everyone’s favorite cookies afterward to share with all who attended. Put on your oven mitts and let’s make this an annual tradition. Wednesday, December 20, 10 a.m. at the Hopewell Valley Senior Center, 395 Reading Street, Pennington.
Blue Christmas On Thursday, December 21, 7:30 p.m., the Hopewell Council of Churches will host a Blue Christmas Service at Calvary Baptist Church on 3 E Broad Street in Hopewell. The service is intended to help address the needs of those experiencing grief
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James R. Potts, Builder James R. Potts of Ft. Myers, FL, formerly of Hopewell Township, NJ, passed into God’s eternal care on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 shortly after celebrating his 90th birthday. He was born on August 28, 1927 in North Wales, PA and was a son of George and Marian Potts. He served his country during World War II in the United States Navy. James was a respected custom builder, constructing over 140 homes with a reputation of excellence extending 25 years in and around the Hopewell Township area. He contributed his building abilities to help complete two churches in Lawrenceville and Harbourton, NJ. Throughout his entire life, he loved boating and fishing the coastlines of New Jersey and Florida, and made special trips to Labrador, Mexico and Alaska to challenge his fishing skills. He delighted in travel and camping in an RV throughout North America while also visiting Scotland, England, Germany and France. He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, Harbourton, NJ and later at Cavalry Lutheran Church, Medford, NJ and Zion Lutheran Church, Ft. Myers, FL. James is survived by his wife of 69 years, Freda (nee Enterline). He is also survived by seven children: Richard (Karen), Onchiota, NY; James Jr. (Diane), Lambertville, NJ; David (Marjorie), Marlton, NJ; Donald, Columbus, NJ; Annette Evans (Robert), Oak Ridge, NJ; Gerald, Flemington, NJ and Suzanne Lauricella (Kevin), Hopewell Township, NJ. James is further survived by 14 grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. All family and friends are invited to share in a Celebration of Life memorial service, to be held at 10:00 AM through 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 16, 2017 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 1608 HarbourtonRocktown Rd, Lambertville (Harbourton), NJ 08530.
caused by the death of a loved one, divorce, illness, unemployment or other issues of loss. We’re hoping to offer some support and comfort to those in our community whose grief is sometimes deepened by the holiday celebrations around them. We want them to know that the Christmas story is primarily a story of hope and comfort - especially in difficult and uncertain times. The service will be open to anyone in our community and will include an opportunity to light a candle in in memory of a loved one or as a sign of hope. You don’t have to be a “church-going” person to attend. You can come alone or in support of a friend. You can just sit quietly in the pew if you’d like - you don’t even have to sing. There’s just something comforting and supportive when people gather together to share their burdens. Light refreshments will be service prior to the service at 7 p.m.
End of year celebration
Join us for our annual end of year celebration with music from Ragtime Blues Guitar player Karl Dentino (also performed at the picnic this year). Say goodbye to 2017 as we await the wonderful times to come in 2018. No registration necessary, light refreshments will be provided. Thursday, December 28, 10 a.m. at the Hopewell Valley Senior Center, 395 Reading Street, Pennington.
Register for Tai Chi for Health and Balance
Tai chi Beginner’s class starts on Monday, January 8, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. for 10 weeks in St. Matthew’s Church, Pennington. Intermediate class follows at 5:30 p.m. Learn a low impact, weight bearing exercise for overall health and wellbeing. Participants report improved balance, flexibility, strength, and a sense of wellbeing along with relief of fatigue, stiffness, and stress reduction. For more information or to register call Bev Tucker at 609-737-1384 or email taichibev92@gmail.com.
Pennington Farmers Market
The Pennington Farmers Market is now open for its ninth season on the lawn in front of Rosedale Mills on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. You will find fresh organic vegetables, grass-fed meats, award-winning wine, artisan roasted coffee (and beans personally ground for you), bouquets of flowers and more. Weekly vendors include Beechtree Farm, Caribbean Delights, Chickadee Creek, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, Nine Acre Farm, Skyroast Coffee, TreeLicious Orchard & Just Made Bakery, Uncle Ed’s Creamery, and Whipped Confections by Katie. The Pennington Farmers
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Continued from Page 2A Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May to November on the lawn at Rosedale Mills (101 Route 31 North in Hopewell Township). To find out more, sign up for the weekly email at PenningtonFarmersMarket@gmail.com, visit penningtonfarmersmarket.org, find them on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter.
Senior Picnic Volunteers Needed
It’s almost that time of year again for the Hopewell Valley Senior Picnic. Once again we are looking for people to ask for and collect door prizes for the picnic. Please contact Randi Knechel, 609-537-0236 or rknechel@hopewelltwp.org, if you are interested in volunteering. You will be asked to distribute flyers for the businesses and receipts after/at the time the item is picked up. We have a list of past donors, however, new ideas are always welcome. Any door prizes that are collected may be dropped of at Hopewell Township Municipal Building to Randi in Senior Services located downstairs in the Health Department.
Men’s Pool League
Hopewell Valley Senior Services are working in collaboration with the Hopewell Valley YMCA in starting a pool league. They are looking at an afternoon during the week from 1-3 p.m. at the Hopewell Valley YMCA Building, 62 South Main Street, Pennington.
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Corruption This new group would require a group leader to work directly with Randi to make any necessary changes or improvements to the program and manage the overall group of participants. Please call Randi 537-0236 if you are interested in joining this group or becoming the group leader.
GrandPals volunteers needed The new school year is just around the corner. We will start our second year of GrandPals. We are looking for volunteers for this rewarding program. Our volunteers will read to groups of students weekly at Bear Tavern Elementary School. The volunteer will have the same group of students every week from October to May and your relationship with them will blossom. You will watch them grow from the young Kindergartener to the confident student ready for first grade. Please contact Randi Knechel, 609537-0236 for more information or if you are interested in volunteering for the program.
Community Closet clothing The Hopewell Community Closet has reopened and has fall and winter fashions for all ages and sizes newborn to 3X. There’s something for everyone — men, women and children — for a freewill donation or free to those who are financially struggling. Shop hours are Saturdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Hopewell Community Closet is in Burton Hall of the Hopewell United
Methodist Church in Hopewell Borough. Donations of gently used clothing, shoes and handbags are accepted at business hours. The mission of the Hopewell Community Closet is to provide access to free or low-cost clothing to struggling individuals and families. This ongoing outreach is operated by the United Methodist Women of Hopewell United Methodist Church. The freewill donations support UMW missions. The church is at 20 Blackwell Ave. More information is available at www.hopewellmethodist.or g.
Heirloom blanket on sale The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hopewell Fire Department is selling a one-of-akind heirloom blanket featuring nine historic sites in Hopewell. It is available in four colors: cranberry, hunter green, duke blue and black on a natural background. The blanket measures 48 by 68 inches and includes a brief history of each landmark shown on the
blanket. The cost is only $40 each. The landmarks are St. Michael’s Orphanage (1898), Old School Baptist Church (1715), Hopewell Academy (1756), Hopewell House (circa 1700), John Hart Monument (1865), Hopewell Fire Department (1911), Pierson/Gantz residence (1891), chocolate factory (circa 1900) and railroad station (1882). Blankets can be purchased by calling Mary Anne Van Doren at 609466-3060 or emailing hopewellblanket@gmail.co m. Supplies are limited. Proceeds support the auxiliary.
Join Girl Scouts Girls in grades kindergarten through 12 will make new friends and have new experiences and opportunities in art, science, nature and community service when they join Girl Scouts. For information, go to gscsnj.org/join or email hvgsinfo@gmail.com. Send items to amartins@centraljersey.co m or fax to 609-924-3842. The deadline for submissions each week is 3 p.m. on Friday. For details, call 609874-2163.
E-Cig Continued from Page 1A Administration are exempt. The ordinance requires a store employee to sell nicotine delivery products or electronic smoking devices in a face-to-face transaction. Self-service displays and vending machines are banned. Under the new ordinance, a merchant must get a license to sell e-cigarettes
and related devices from the Health Department. The annual licensing fee is $600, and the license is issued to a specific store. The penalty for selling or providing tobacco products or electronic smoking devices to persons under 21 years old is $250 for the first offense. The fine is $500 for the second violation, and $1,000 for the third and subsequent violations.
Continued from Page 1A Park Commission does not intend to comment on a pending criminal case initiated by the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office. Inquiries should be directed to the Attorney General.” Bannon is a former head men’s basketball coach at Trenton State, Rider and Rutgers universities. His four-year-tenure at Rutgers ended with him being fired in 2001; his teams never made the NCAA tournament and there was controversy about a now infamous nude free throw shooting contest involving players and a team manager. Finding himself in a court of law instead of on a basketball court, Bannon sat on a third-row bench, chewing gum and waiting for his case to be heard in the morning.
“We can take Kevin Bannon,” the judge said after going through the morning roll call of defendants. Furlong entered the formal not guilty plea on Bannon’s behalf during an otherwise brief arraignment. Needing to be fingerprinted afterward, he left the courtroom with his supporters, including former NBA player Greg Grant, who had played in college for Bannon at Trenton State, now called the College of New Jersey. His next court date will be Jan.5. Bannon’s case will be heard before Pereksta, a Seton Hall Law School graduate and veteran jurist who has been on the bench since 2001 and previously served in the administration of former Gov. Christie Todd Whitman, a Republican.
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St. Matthews’s Episcopal - The church is at 300 S. Main St., Pennington, across from Toll Gate Grammar School. Sunday worship schedule is at 8 a.m. for Holy Eucharist Rite I and at 10 a.m. for Choral Holy Eucharist Rite II. The Sunday morning children’s program for ages four years through eighth grade meets during the 10 a.m. service. Nursery care is also provided for children under four years. The Rev. Barbara King Briggs is the Rector. Questions? Call 609-737-0985 or visitwww.stmatthewspennington.org. First Baptist, Penning-
ton — Sunday services begin at 11 a.m. The Rev. Malik McKinley Sr. is interim pastor. The church is at the corner of Crawley Avenue and Academy Street in Pennington. For information, call 609-303-0129. Pennington United Methodist — Regular Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Daniel Casselberry is pastor. The church offers a variety of services designed to help those with special needs, including an elevator for wheelchair accessibility, wireless hearing aids and handicapped parking is available. The church is at 60 S.
Legal Notices BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON ORDINANCE 2017-17 ORDINANCE REQUIRING LICENSING OF ESTABLISHMENTS SELLING ELECTRONIC SMOKING DEVICES, AND IMPOSING FEES The foregoing ordinance was finally adopted at a meeting of the Pennington Borough Council on December 4, 2017. Said ordinance is posted on the bulletin board in Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site and copies are available to the public in the office of the Borough Clerk. Elizabeth Sterling, Clerk HVN, 1x, 12/8/17 Fee: $13.02 Affidavit: $15.00 BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON ORDINANCE 2017-19 AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING REGISTRATION AND MAINTENANCE OF VACANT BUILDINGS AND AMENDING THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON. The foregoing ordinance was finally adopted at a meeting of the Pennington Borough Council on December 4, 2017. Said ordinance is posted on the bulletin board in Borough Hall and on the Borough web-site and copies are available to the public in the office of the Borough Clerk. Elizabeth Sterling, Clerk HVN, 1x, 12/8/17 Fee: $13.95 Affidavit: $15.00 HUNTERDON COUNTY SHERIFF'S SALE 3393 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION, HUNTERDON COUNTY DOCKET # F-009436-17 BETWEEN: MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPANY vs MARK HOGRELIUS, ET AL Execution for sale of mortgaged premises By virtue of a Writ of Execution in the above stated action to me directed and delivered, I shall expose for sale at public vendue and sell to the highest bidder on: Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon prevailing time, at the Sheriff's Office, 71 Main Street, Freeholders Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Borough of Flemington, that is to say: Property to be sold is located in the TOWNSHIP OF DELAWARE County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey Premises commonly known as: 310 LOCKTOWN-SERGEANTSVILLE ROAD Tax lot 15 IN BLOCK 5 Dimensions: (approx): 154.5 FEET WIDE BY 36.5 FEET LONG Nearest Cross Street: KINGWOOD LOCKTOWN ROAD The foregoing concise description does not constitute a full legal description of the property of which a full legal description may be found in the Office of the Hunterdon County Sheriff. The Sheriff hereby reserves the right to adjourn this sale without further publication. The approximate amount due, on the above execution is the sum of $175,205.90 together with lawful interest and costs of this sale. A deposit of 20% of the purchase price in cash or certified funds is required at the Close of the sale. *Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any. FREDERICK W. BROWN, SHERIFF HUNTERDON COUNTY ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF KML LAW GROUP, P.C. (609) 250-0700 DATED: October 5, 2017 PP, 4x, 12/8/17, 12/15/2017, 12/22/2017, 12/29/2017 Fee: $197.16 Affidavit: $15.00 HUNTERDON COUNTY SHERIFF'S SALE 3386 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION, HUNTERDON COUNTY DOCKET # F-37866-13 BETWEEN: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON vs RONALD E. SIKORSKI, ET AL Execution for sale of mortgaged premises By virtue of a Writ of Execution in the above stated action to me directed and delivered, I shall expose for sale at public vendue and sell to the highest bidder on: Wednesday, January 3, 2018
at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon prevailing time, at the Sheriff's Office, 71 Main Street, Freeholders Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Borough of Flemington, that is to say: Property to be sold is located in the TOWNSHIP OF EAST AMWELL County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey Premises commonly known as: 57 SNYDERTOWN ROAD Tax lot 24 IN BLOCK 41 Dimensions: (approx): 2.0500 Nearest Cross Street: STONY BROOK ROAD
The foregoing concise description does not constitute a full legal description of the property of which a full legal description may be found in the Office of the Hunterdon County Sheriff. The Sheriff hereby reserves the right to adjourn this sale without further publication. The approximate amount due, on the above execution is the sum of $352,483.86 together with lawful interest and costs of this sale. A deposit of 20% of the purchase price in cash or certified funds is required at the Close of the sale. Beginning at a steel pin set in the southerly line of Snydertown Road, said point being the northwesterly corner of lands of the Colonial Sportsman Club, Inc., (Loc 25.02, section 41, tax map 16) and running thence. Prior Liens/Encumbrances - Total as of October 23, 2017: $0 Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any.
Main St. For further information on youth and adult Sunday school and special programs, call the church office at 609-737-1374 or visit www.pumcnj.com. St. James R. C. Church — The church is at 115 E. Delaware Ave., Pennington. The chapel is on Eglantine Avenue. Masses are held Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 8, 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held in the chapel at 9 a.m. Monday through Saturday. The sacrament of reconciliation is held Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon. The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Deacon Moore Hank, pastoral associate can be reached at 609737-0122. The fax is 609-737-6912. Nancy Lucash in the office of religious education/adult faith formation/RCIA can be reached at 609-737-2717. Visit stjamespennington.org for more information. Hopewell United Methodist — The morning worship begins at 10 a.m. on Sunday, December 10. The message will be given by Pastor Kate Hillis. The Advent message series is called, Singing the Story of Christmas. A nursery is provided for infants and toddlers at that time. Adult Small group meets at 8:45 a.m. The study is Disciple IV: Under the Tree of Life which is led by Pastor Kate. Children’s Sunday school meets during the morning service time and is studying the weeks of the Advent. Hopewell United Methodist Church offers a blend of contemporary and traditional worship styles. The church is located on 20 Blackwell Ave. It is handicap accessible. For more information about the Church and its programs, please contact Pastor Hillis at 609-4660471 or visit the Church’s website at www.hopewellmethodist.org. You can also visit us on Facebook@HopewellMethodistNJ. Hopewell Presbyterian — Worship starts at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday. Childcare is provided during the worship service. The church is handicapped accessible with an elevator to all three levels. Call the church office at 609-466-0758 or visit www.hopewellpresbyterian.org. The church is at the intersection of West Broad and Louellen streets. Second Calvary Baptist — The regular Sunday schedule is Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship is
at 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Bible study and prayer is at 7 p.m. The pastor is the Rev. Michael Diggs Sr. The church at Columbia and Maple avenues can be reached by phone at 609466-0862. The fax number is 609-466-4229. Calvary Baptist — Sunday worship and Sunday school meets at 10 a.m. Nursery is offered during worship. The Rev. Dennis O’Neill is pastor. Philip Orr is the minister of music. The church is at 3 E. Broad St., Hopewell Borough, near the corner of East Broad Street and North Greenwood Avenue. A chair lift is available to the sanctuary. Call 609-466-1880 for more information or visit www.calvarybaptisthopewell.org. St. Alphonsus R. C. Church — Mass is celebrated Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held at 7 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Donna Millar is the coordinator of religious education and faith formation. The church is located at the corner of Princeton Avenue and East Prospect Street in Hopewell Borough. Questions? Call 609466-0332. For information, visit http://stalphonsushopewell.org. Pennington Presbyterian — Rev. Nancy Mikoski and Rev. David Hallgren are pastors. Child care is available at 8:45 a.m. and church school for children, youth and adults is at 9 a.m. Worship services begin at 10:15 a.m., followed by fellowship time. Communion is the first Sunday of every month. There is also a class for adults on Thursday evenings at 6:55 p.m. Check our website home page for information about adult education offerings. There is a Bell Choir, and choirs for all ages. Call the church office for details, or look at our FOCUS newsletter under the ‘about us’ section of our website. All are welcome. The church has an elevator and easy access for wheelchairs. Call 609-7371221 or visit facebook.com/PennPres and pennres.org for more information. First Presbyterian of Titusville — The church welcomes everyone in Christian fellowship on Sundays. Morning worship is at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary with Rev. Kenneth Good preaching. Immediately following worship there is a
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time of fellowship and refreshments in the Heritage Room. At 10:45 a.m. the Adult Education class meets in the Heritage Room. All events at the First Presbyterian Church of Titusville are free, unless otherwise noted, and open to the public. The First Presbyterian Church of Titusville, founded in 1838, is located at 48 River Drive along the banks of the Delaware River, six miles south of Lambertville near the foot of the Washington Crossing Bridge. Additional information may be found by visiti n g www.titusvillechurch.org, facebook.com/titusvillechurch or calling (609) 737-1385. Bethel AME Church Sunday service begins at 11 a.m. The pastor is Rev. Dr. Angela M. Battle. The Bethel AME Church is located at 246 South Main Street in Pennington. The phone number is 609-7370922. Visit the church’s website at bethelpennington.org for more information on future services and upcoming events. Titusville United Methodist — TUMC offers a weekly Sunday Family Worship Service at 10 a.m. The TUMC Book Group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. There are small group discussions each month during the summer on the first and third Sundays at 9 a.m. All are welcome to attend. TUMC Youth Group meets Sunday evenings, twice a month. Holy Communion is celebrated each month. “Celebration Sunday” is an after-worship coffee hour served every fourth Sunday. TUMC offers various Christmas Services. Sunday, December 10 the Sunday School children will put on their annual Christmas Pageant during the 10 a.m. worship service. Sunday, December 17 at 3 p.m., TUMC is offering a Blue Christmas Service. This will be a brief service of prayer and song for those feeling sad this holiday season to gather together and to help each other through this difficult time. Christmas Eve Services will be held Sunday, December 24 starting with the 10 a.m. Sunday worship. There will be two evening services, the first at 4 p.m. which is a family oriented service and another at 7 p.m. Both services are candlelight services. TUMC is known as a “praying church” whose worship style is casual and family-friendly. All are welcome, come as you are. TUMC was founded in 1806, and is located at 7 Church Road in Titusville. For more information visit www.titusvilleumc.org or contact the church office 609-737-2622. St. George R. C. Church — The Church of Saint George, 1370 River Road (Route 29) Titusville, holds Masses on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 11 a.m. Daily Mass is Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation is Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:10 p.m. the Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Sr. Dorothy Jancola is the pastoral associate. The religious education office phone is 609-730-1703. Parish phone is 609-7372015. Abiding Presence Lutheran — Regular worship services are held at 5:30 p.m. Saturdays and 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. on Sundays. Nursery care is
provided during the Sunday worship service and Sunday school. The church is at 2220 Pennington Road, just south of I-95 at the corner of Rockleigh Drive and Pennington Road. For information, contact Pastor Becky Resch at 609-882-7759. St. Peter Lutheran — Worship services are held Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Contemporary worship is the third Sunday of each month at the 8 a.m. service only. The church is at the corner of routes 518 and 579 in Hopewell Township. The Rev. Stephen Gewecke is pastor. For more information about the church, call 609466-0939, or visit www.stpeternj.org. Ascension Lutheran — The church is at 900 Washington Crossing Road, Newtown, Pa. Sundays, worship starts at 10 a.m. Fellowship starts at 11 a.m. Nursery care for infant through kindergarten is available. Women of Ascension and/or the Prayer Shawl Ministry meet every other Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. For information, call 215-497-0447 or visit www.ascensionweb.org. Princeton Community — The regular service is at 10 a.m. Nursery care and classes for children through the fifth grade are provided. There are weekly programs for teens. Princeton Community Church is at 2300 Pennington Road, Pennington. Visit online at www.princetonchurch.com. Questions? Call 609-7301114. First Assembly of God — The regular service schedule is Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship, 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday morning prayer meeting, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday family night, 7 p.m. Special needs accommodations are available. Child care and children’s church are held Sundays for infants through fifth grade beginning at 9:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings for all ages. The church is at 87 Route 31, Pennington. Questions? Call 609-7372282. Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing — The Rev. Kimberly Wildszewski, of Lambertville, is settled minister of the church at 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville. Services are at 9:15 and 11 a.m. Sunday children’s religious education and child care are available. Adult enrichment classes are open to guests. For info, call 609-737-0515 or visit www.uucwc.org. His Harvest of Souls Ministries — The nondenominational church holds worship services the first and third Sundays at 3 p.m. and the second and fourth Thursdays at 6 p.m. The church is at the Harbourton Community Church in Harbourton village, 1516 Harbourton-Rocktown Road, Hopewell Township. For further information, call 609-883-2937. Community Bible Study — A nondenominational Bible study for women and children. The group meets weekly on Wednesday mornings at Central Baptist Church in Ewing. To register or visit, call or email Shirley McDonough at 609-771-8819 or charlieshirley@verizon.net. With few exceptions, only religious institutions located in or serving Hopewell Valley will be included in this column. Email updated information to amartins@centraljersey.com so it arrives by 3 p.m. Friday.
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Events at the Pennington Public Library include: Barnes & Noble book fair Support the Pennington Public Library this holiday season by making books your go-to gift for everyone on your list. Visit Barnes & Noble Princeton at Market Fair on 12/16 or shop online at BN.com from 12/16-12/21 and enter Bookfair ID 12099255 at checkout. A percentage of your purchases will benefit the Pennington Public Library. The Pennington Studio will present several holiday themed dances between noon and 1 p.m. A Literary Lunch: Hidden Figures Book & Film Discussion Bring your lunch and join us in a viewing and discussion of this biographical drama based on the non-fiction book of the same name about three brilliant African-American female mathematicians who worked at NASA during the Space Race. Thursday, January 4 at 12 pm Memoir Writing Workshop Would you like to create a written record of your life experience to share with family and friends? Can you use a little a little motivation, to get started on such a worthwhile endeavor? If so, this is definitely the program for you. Through inspiring examples, guided exercises and constructive feedback, you’ll delve into memories with ease. Come trigger your creativity and be part of the exhilarating and joyful experience of committing your life journey to paper. This program is led with enthusiasm, humor and warmth by Donna Atkins, aka The Life Story Lady. Donna is an award-winning communications specialist who has spent a lifetime working with individuals, groups and organizations in the application of narrative and storytelling. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Registration fee: $10. To register, email: kha@penningtonlibrary.org. Sunday, January 28, 1 - 3 p.m. Ongoing: Color Me Calm: Research shows that coloring can be relaxing. Many adults in need of a break from stress are finding peace inside the blank spaces of a coloring page. The library will have coloring pages and supplies in the New Jersey Room and to enjoy this activity as a way to de-stress or just let your inner child out. Story Time with Ms. Kim: Treat your child and yourself to a morning out with rhymes, music, a small craft, and a read aloud that brings books to life. Story times have many benefits for children including: hearing another adult read, watching other children get engaged in a story, and exposure to a wide variety of authors and writing styles. Geared for children age 2-4, sib-
lings and babies welcome. Wednesdays at 11 a.m., except last week of the month. Meetings will stop on the third week of July and will start back up in September. Adult Book Discussion Group: Drop by our long-running, monthly book discussion group for lively and stimulating conversation. Registration is not necessary. December 7 - Book and Film Hidden Figures. First Thursdays at 2 p.m. Too-Busy-for-Books Book Club: Designed for people who barely find enough time to breathe, this book club will read only a short work per month—nothing longer than 120 pages. Dec 12 - The Lemoine Affair by Marcel Proust. Second Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Events at the Hopewell Township branch, Mercer County Library, at 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, next to Hopewell Valley Central High School): Throughout the month of December, stop by the Hopewell Branch Library for Get-away Gift Wrapping at the Library. Gift wrapping will be available Friday, Dec. 1, 10am-12pm, Thursday, Dec. 7, 4-6pm, Saturday, Dec. 16, 2-4:30pm and Saturday, Dec. 23, 10am - 12pm. Come wrap your holiday gifts in peace and quiet. We provide wrapping paper, ribbons, and tape while supplies last necessary. Relaxing Art Fridays will take place on Dec. 8 & 15, from 1 - 2:30 p.m. Join this welcoming group for some friendly chit chat and work on a nice, relaxing project. Color a lovely picture, create a unique art journal, or bring a soothing hobby of your own (knitting, perhaps?). You are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch or snack as well. Bob Kirby is back for a three-week Active Aging Fitness series. Classes take place on Dec. 11 & 18 at 12 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit with a selection of Holiday Movies. On Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 1:30 p.m. the library will host a viewing of Holiday Inn (1942, not rated, 101 minutes). Join us for our newly formed book group, African-American Authors Spotlight, on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. This month we’ll discuss contemporary African-American author, Kimberla Lawson Roby’s A Christmas Prayer, as well as Eric Jerome Dickey’s Naughty or Nice. Registration is requested - online or call 609737-2610. Try our new book club, The Short of It, which focuses on the short story. Each month we’ll read and discuss three short stories by the same author. December’s author is Jhumpa Lahiri and her short stories, “A Temporary Matter,” “Mrs. Sen’s,” and “This Blessed House.” The group meets on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. Copies of the stories are available at the
branch library. Join us on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. for Anime Aficionados‘ annual viewing of Tokyo Godfathers (2003), directed by Satoshi Kon and Shôgo Furyha. Please Note: Anime will be shown in Japanese with English subtitles. Films are for an adult and older teen audience and may include adult (rating of 17+) content. The Writers Support Group will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 26 at 6 p.m. at the library. All are welcome to attend and enjoy the challenges of becoming better writers, defeating writer’s block and perfecting the craft. Stop by the library for this month’s Movie for Adults: The Zookeeper’s Wife (2017) being screened on Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 1:30 & 6:15 p.m. A married couple who work as zoo caretakers help save Jews from the Holocaust. (Rated PG-13; 124 minutes) Resume reviews are available by appointment. Call Andrea Merrick at 609-737-2610 to register for a convenient time for help in creating or reviewing your resume. One-on-one help with library digital resources, like e-books, audiobooks and movies, is available by appointment. Call 609-737-2610 or email avanscoy@mcl.org. Those who have something to put in the display case should contact Anna Van Scoyoc at 609-737-2610. If you have old Centralogues you’re thinking of getting rid of, the library will take them for its local history collection. Get to know the borough better by joining the library’s activities at the Hopewell Public Library: Storytime: Every Monday morning at 10:30, preschoolers and their adult companions are invited to gather in our upstairs Children’s Room for stories, songs and activities. Traditional Book Club: Meets the first Monday of each month at 7:00pm at the library. Copies of each month’s book are available for check out. All are welcome. Hopewell Public Library (466-1625) is located at 13 E. Broad St. in Hopewell Borough. More information is available on the website redlibrary.org, and on Facebook.
GULP! Most people don’t realize that swallowing liquid can create enough force to move teeth out of their proper positions. A normal swallow involves placing the midtongue on the roof of the mouth, not between the teeth. The abnormal habit of exerting the tongue between the teeth while swallowing, known as “tongue-thrusting,” pushes front teeth forward. This may seem to be an inconsequential matter until you realize that we swallow about 2,000 times daily, and the tongue exerts 1-6 pounds of pressure upon the surrounding structures of the mouth with each swallow. With all this in mind, the orthodontist is concerned about tongue thrusting and other habits that can alter tooth positioning and distort bite. Besides affecting your braces, a tongue thrusting habit can also have a lasting negative impact on a person’s general health, speech, dental health, swallowing and breathing throughout life. To schedule an orthodontic consultation, please call WKH RI¿FH RI MARK W. McDONOUGH, DMD, LLC, at 609-730-1414. We are located at 245 South Main Street (next to Toll Gate Grammar School), Pennington.
P.S. The habit of lip biting has the potential to move the front teeth out of their normal positions.
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Kathleen Turner makes for a terrific deity in “An Act of God” at George Street Playhouse By Bob Brown
From left: Stephen DeRosa, Kathleen Turner and Jim Walton in “Act of God” at George Street Playhouse.
avid Saint, artistic director at George Street Playhouse, had a flash of inspiration. He told playwright David Javerbaum he wanted to cast a female for the title role in his production of the comedy, “An Act of God.” Not only did Javerbaum agree, but he reworked some of the dialogue to suit the re-conception. The brilliant result is now on stage through Dec. 23 at George Street’s temporary home on the Rutgers College Farm Road campus in New Brunswick. In the lead is “legendary star of stage and screen Kathleen Turner” (I’m quoting from her monologue). It’s one of the deliciously funny things she can say as God, who has taken on her form in the flesh. “She doesn’t even know she’s here.” God particularly likes her work in John Waters’ film “Serial Mom,” which God recommends to us all. This 90-minute, one-divinity show has two archangels. At God’s right hand is Michael (Stephen DeRosa), and at her left is Gabriel (Jim Walton). Like God, both are in snow-white raiment, but with wings, which God doesn’t need because she’s already at the peak and reclines, as is her wont, on an alabaster-white chaise lounge, sipping occasionally from a kylix-full of God knows what. The point of God’s visit to New Brunswick is to deliver 10 new commandments. God admits she’s been making it up as she goes along, resulting in some dramatic stumbles. She’s omniscient, but flawed — a sort of scatterbrained approach. Omniscience with incompetence is a recipe for disaster. After all, God made humanity in God’s own image, so what could you expect? For example, fish were originally supposed to be in the air and the birds in the sea, but it didn’t work out that way, because gills and feathers didn’t function as planned. Michael circulates through the audience, microphone in hand, relaying questions for the Lord, while Gabriel stands at a lectern, quoting on command from the Bible (a rare Gutenberg, so God claims). Audience questions (scripted — but attributed to real audience members) are the usual sort of thing. If God is omniscient and all-powerful, why is there evil and punishment? Why not make everything good? God’s escape clause is, “God works in mysterious ways…” which is to say, even God doesn’t know what she’s doing. She only created the universe out of boredom. After seeing this show, I wondered why Turner
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wasn’t the original in the first place. With her husky contralto (nearly a baritone), she commands the stage — indeed the air around her. I would believe she could create the earth in six days and place the first human on it. The kinks had to be worked out on that particular effort, too, after Adam grew bored. What’s a guy to do when there’s nothing or no one to play with? Warning: The show is larded with generous helpings of adult humor, so it’s not for the little ones. God is no prude. She’s seen it all, and wishes she hadn’t. But amid all the humor, this show scores some serious points about religion and self-reliance, among other things. God is “a brand.” You cheapen the brand by always calling out God’s name — whether asking for divine help (“Thou Shalt Not Tell Me What to Do”) or invoking God in your triumphs, whether they be personal or sports-related. (Don’t mention the Jets, however.) Some may think joking about religion is blasphemous (I have friends who thought Monty
Python’s “Life of Brian” was insufferable). I thought the show’s treatment of Christ (“My middle son”) was thought provoking at least. The “wuss” who always forgave everyone (“smiting” is the family business, God says) proved to be a really tough guy in the end. As before, George Street has done a fabulous job with production in this interim space — although I wouldn’t mind seeing shows here all the time. The cloud-spangled set by Timothy R. Mackabee is ethereal, as are costumes by Esther Arroyo. Heavenly musical settings are by Scott Killian. There’s even a humorous musical trio for the finale (everyone is in fine voice). Directed by one of God’s more talented Saints, this show is wickedly funny. Turner, with DeRosa and Walton as two impish archangels, are out of this world. Indulge yourself. You’ll be forgiven for laughing yourself silly.
“An Act of God” continues at George Street Playhouse, 103 College Farm Road, New Brunswick, through Dec. 23. For tickets and information, go to www. georgestreetplayhouse.org or call 732-246-7717.
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ON STAGE By Anthony Stoeckert
A Story of Redemption The holiday season means it’s time for ‘A Christmas Carol’ at McCarter
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benezer Scrooge isn’t a bad person. He’s a man who’s been beaten by life from the start. His father was tough on him, he was sent to a boarding school at a young age, his beloved sister died giving birth to her son, and he pushed away the woman he loved in pursuit of riches. He is a prime candidate for redemption, and that’s the key to playing Scrooge, as Greg Wood is doing in McCarter Theatre’s presentation of “A Christmas Carol,” on stage through Dec. 31. Wood is returning to the role after making his Scrooge debut last year, which also saw a new production of McCarter’s annual Christmas Carol tradition. Directed by Adam Immerwahr, the new version features the script by David Thompson that McCarter has long used, while making changes in regard to the set and special effects while adding some immersive elements. Wood says Thompson’s script, which adds details that aren’t in the original Charles Dickens story, is a big factor in the success of McCarter’s ‘Christmas Carol.’ “You really get a sense of why Scrooge became the man he became,” Wood says. “Losing his sister, losing his fiance because of his desire never to be poor again, and never having a home himself because his father sent him away. And he was sent away because his mother died in childbirth with him, which is the same thing that happened with his sister and Fred [Scrooge’s nephew], which is why Scrooge doesn’t like Fred. There’s this circular doubling back on each other with his history, which you really get a clear sense of in this production.” One of the show’s most powerful scenes comes when The Spirit of Christmas Past shows Scrooge the moment where he breaks up with Belle, the woman his younger self loved but lost because he ignored her in his pursuit to become rich. “Every single time I do that, it’s hard for me to get through,” Wood says. “That’s genuine feeling going on out there, which is wonderful, that the story and the adaptation, that you can connect with it on that level.” Last year marked the first time Wood played Scrooge. And even though he watches a film version of “A Christmas Carol” every year, he says playing the part helped him realized how much the story means to him. “Watching ‘A Christmas Carol’ has been a family tradition ever since I can remember,” he says. “I always force my kids to watch it, whether they like it or not. And then I realized how much I look forward to watching it every year, in one of the versions, although the Alastair Sim is proba-
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Cast members in rehearsal for “A Christmas Carol.” Third from left is Tess Ammerman of Princeton, who’s playing Belle. Photo by T. Charles Erickson
Greg Wood is returning to McCarter Theatre to play Scrooge in “A Christmas Carol.” bly my favorite. It sort of dawned on me, after I said yes to do it, how much I actually really do love this story itself.” Playing Scrooge also helped him realize how the story affects people. “There was something about last year,” Wood says. “I think it was just the whole of what was going on in the world, and certainly in our country last year, around November and December, when we got to actually doing the show. It was a palpable feeling, not only in the cast but from audience members who would come up afterwards, literally while we were standing on stage still, wanting to shake our hands. I think there’s just something about a person being redeemed by human kindness that everyone wanted to hear.” If anything, the world is even more chaotic than it was a year ago, and Wood expects audiences to once again find joy in the story. “I think it’s going to have the same impact, if not more, this year,” he says. Last year also saw the introduction of a “community ensemble” for which actors from the area are cast in the show. One of this year’s community ensemble members is Tess Ammerman, who has been seen on area community stages, including at ActorsNET of Bucks County in Morrisville, Pennsylvania. Ammerman had previously participated in general au-
ditions for McCarter and also participated in a workshop by Immerwahr when she studied at Rider University, where she received her undergrad degree. Ammerman, who lives in Princeton, didn’t audition for “A Christmas Carol” last year, because she was in a show at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. “This year, everything lined up and worked out well,” she says. Ammerman wants to act professionally, and says getting parts at professional stages is important. She also praised community theaters. “They’re wonderful and we need them, they’re the lifeblood, but they’re also a training facility for people who do want to do this professionally,” Ammerman says. “So it’s always amazing to do the shows in the community, but of course when you’re trying to go for it professionally, getting the professional gigs is always great. And it’s very humbling, especially to be in ‘A Christmas Carol’ here, it’s such a long tradition.” And for Wood, the community ensemble is a big part of what makes the show special. “It’s kind of what lifts the production a step above just a really fantastic production of ‘Christmas Carol,’ he says. “Because these are actually people in the community, they are passers-by, they are bystanders, they are people in ‘London,’ our London, which is Princeton. Their perspective and their point of view is of exactly those people.”
“A Christmas Carol’ is at McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, through Dec. 31. For tickets and information, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787.
December 8, 2017
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ON STAGE By Anthony Stoeckert
Getting Funny With Scrooge Bucks County Playhouse’s new take on ‘A Christmas Carol’ promises lots of laughs
“A Christmas Carol” is a celebration of the holiday season, and the adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale that is coming to the Bucks County Playhouse promises to also celebrate theater and New Hope itself. “Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Playhouse Christmas Show” is a comedic take on the story of a miser who is shown the way to redemption by ghosts on Christmas Eve. It was written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, and is running at the playhouse, Dec. 8-31. “It’s a comic version of ‘A Christmas Carol,’ told with five actors playing all of the parts, changing costumes in the blink of an eye, with very minimal sets, but a whole lot of laughs and a big heart,” Rosen says. Rosen compares the show to the Broadway hit “Peter and the Starcatcher” and its use of “story theater” with cast members providing narration while jumping in and out of their characters. “One of the fun elements of the show is that it is very much based in the community surrounding the Bucks County Playhouse,” Rosen says. “We’ve done a pretty faithful adaptation, in a funny way, of Dickens’ original story, but we have set it around the turn of last century in the Bucks County area.” Rosen is familiar with Bucks County Playhouse, having played Nathan Detroit in the theater’s revival of “Guys and Dolls” last summer. One idea that sparked the play, he says, was the song “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and the line, “There’ll be scary ghost stories and tales of the glories from Christmases long long ago.” “A Christmas Carol” is that scary ghost story. It may be the most classic of Christmas stories, but it also has some genuine frights. Be ready for some nightmares if you read Dickens’ description of Marley’s Ghost shortly before falling sleep. With New Hope being known for its haunted locales — the Logan Inn and the Aaron Burr House, for example — setting the story there made a lot of sense. “It has both the story of ‘A Christmas Carol’ and an appreciation for the Bucks County Playhouse as a theater, and the sense of community of people coming together this time of year,” Rosen says. That will add a layer of fun of audiences. For example, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, tells Scrooge that one day, there will be a Dunkin’ Donuts on Main Street. Rosen and Greenburg wrote the play with New Hope in mind, but the script contains notes as to how it can be adapted to fit other towns. “We wrote it to be a celebration of the holiday and theaters in communities and the importance of having a theater in your community, and how it’s a meeting place for people to come together and be entertained and watch stories that reflect their own lives,” Rosen says. “That’s certainly
Don Stephenson is playing Scrooge in the Bucks County Playhouse's comedic take on 'A Christmas Carol.' one of the things that draws me to the theater. And every community, any place that does this, has a central theater meeting point. I think the idea is the same, so the show can be adapted to be done anywhere.” Rosen says the idea for the show was Greenburg’s. The two writers are collaborating on an adaptation of the 1987 movie “The Secret of My Success” for the stage. After they finished a draft of that, Greenburg told Rosen his idea for the Scrooge show. “That day, we started reading ‘A Christmas Carol’ and writing our version of it,” Rosen says. “Our initial idea was to do a version of ‘A Christmas Carol’ that could be done in any town in America, where it will both celebrate the holiday spirit, as it were, but also be an appreciation of theater, and the people who make theater, and the idea of community.” Playing Scrooge is Don Stephenson. He is the only member of the cast who plays just one part. Stephenson’s Broadway credits include “The Producers,” “Dracula,” and
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“Rock of Ages.” Playing all the other parts are Evan Alexander Smith, Kate Wetherhead, James Ludwig and Tracey Conyer Lee. Stephenson directed “And the World Goes Round” at Bucks County Playhouse a few years ago, and has previously collaborated with Rosen, Greenburg and director Josh Rose. “We’ve sort of all worked together in many different capacities,” Stephenson says. “They knew me and I knew them, and I thought the script was really funny, and I thought it had heart to it as well. ‘Christmas Carol,’ if it’s done right, should have a certain kind of poignancy to it. And I thought the script had the poignant and also had the funny, so it seemed like a no-brainer, since I know all the people involved.” In playing Scrooge, Stephenson wants to get laughs, but it’s also important that the show pulls the emotional strings within the story. “I think, for all of us in it, we have to tread that line — how far can we go with the funny and then get back to the seriousness of the show because it’s really a ghost story,” Stephenson says. “It can be scary, these three sort of scary ghosts come and take this guy on this examination of his life. It’s very painful, I think, for Scrooge to see what he used to be versus who he is now and how all of that happened. Think if you had to go see the moments of your life you’re least proud of and relive that and see them in you, it probably wouldn’t be too much fun.” At quick glance, Scrooge can seem like a cartoonish mean man, but Stephenson says there‘s more to him than that. “He really transforms, from one thing to another,” he says. “That’s a fun thing to do as an actor, to change, because that’s what the audience really responds to. We start in one place and change trough the course of the show, and for the audience to witness that change is cathartic. I guess you see a little bit of yourself in all of the characters, particularly Scrooge.” He adds that in terms of comedy, the other four actors in the cast drive a lot of the humor by playing so many different characters. “They’re so funny and so creative,” Stephenson says. “They play all of these characters, sometimes they’re standing in one place then flipping around and they’re a completely different person. It’s amazing to watch them.”
“Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Playhouse Christmas Show” is at the Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania, Dec. 8-31. Tickets cost $40-$75; www.bcptheater.org; 215-862-2121.
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STAGE REVIEW By Anthony Stoeckert
‘The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular’ A fun holiday comedy at ActorsNET of Bucks County
If you’re looking for something different this holiday season, a break from Scrooge, Nutcrackers and George Bailey, then The Heritage Center Theatre in Morrisville, Pennsylvania is the place to be. After all, it’s rare that you get a Christmas show where characters joke about a statue of Joseph looking as if it’s getting a prostate exam. And then there’s the blue Baby Jesus, and the story of the “three wise guys” — Manny, Moe and Jack. It’s all part of the fun of “The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular,” which ActorsNET of Bucks County is staging through Dec. 17. It’s a fun show, light as air, and this production works in large part because of the all-female cast. Three women play members of the sisterhood, the fourth is a member of a rival church, and the third is a private investigator from Jersey. The play was written by Bo Wilson, a Virginia-based playwright. It’s a sequel to “The Charitable Sisterhood of the Second Trinity Victory Church,” but you don’t need to have seen that to enjoy the sequel. ActorsNET performed the first play a few years ago, and three actresses from that production: Allison Deratzian as Tina Yates, Virginia Barrie as Bea Litttleton, and Maryalice Rubins-Topoleski as Janet Murchison, the investigator. Joining them is Susan Fowler as Lorraine Jensen and Susan Blair as Lucille Orton, Bea’s rival from the other church. The play is set in Virginia in 1977. A newscaster reports that President Carter is asking people not to shine Christmas lights because of the energy crisis (ah, the good old days), and K-Mart is making news by opening on Thanksgiving. The story involves a manger competition between Second Trinity and First Salvation. Bea takes the competition seriously and is aghast to find out Second Trinity’s Baby Jesus has been stolen from the manger. A running gag in-
Susan Fowler and Allison Deratzian in “The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular.” volves her insistence on including the Baby Jesus a week before Christmas when it’s traditionally placed in mangers on Christmas Eve. People argue it doesn’t make sense to show the baby before it was born, but Bea is steadfast — Mary, Joseph, the Three Wise Men, and the animals weren’t in the manger a week before Christmas either, so why not display the Christ Child? Oh, and why is it blue? Because it glows angelically under the right light lighting. Bea is convinced her Baby Jesus was stolen by Lucille, in an attempt to win the contest. So Bea does the only logical thing and steals First Salvation’s Joseph. Bea may be strict, but Lucille’s church is downright dour. Lucille says
television is a tool of the devil, and that “we were were not put on this earth to enjoy it.” As Lorraine says, First Salvation’s members don’t make love standing up because it might lead to dancing. But Lucille also is dealing with the death of her husband, who led the church, and she just might be ready to loosen up a bit. These five actresses are a blast to watch, and they all work well together. Barrie has a lot of fun playing Bea. She’s a stickler with a sharp sense of humor, but you can always see Bea’s soft side. Fowler and Deratzian are a sort of team, the two members of the Sisterhood who see a lot of humor in what’s going on. They do a wonderful bit where they act out snippets from classic Christmas specials — their impression of the singing from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” is a highlight. Rubins-Topoleski plays the detective who investigates the “crime.” She’s sassy and confident and doesn’t back down from anyone, not even Bea. Susan Blair is proper and buttoned-up as Lucille, and then is all smiles when her character gets a chance to let loose. It all wraps with a pageant featuring charming performances of songs, and some funny skits, particularly that “Three Wise Guys” bit. Joe Doyle’s direction is spot-on, getting lots of laughs from he cast while also finding the warmth in these characters. Add in some jokes about the Osmonds and few favorite songs heard over the radio, and it’s hard to leave this play without a smile on your face.
“The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular” continues at The Heritage Center Theatre, 635 N. Delmorr Ave., Morrisville, Pennsylvania, through Dec. 17. For tickets and information, go to www.actorsnetbucks.org or call 215-295-3694.
THINGS TO DO
HOLIDAYS STAGE “A Christmas Carol,” Music Mountain Theatre, 1483 Route 179 Lambertville. Musical adaptation of Charles Dickens holiday story about Scrooge and the spirits who change his fate, through Dec. 17, $22; www.musicmountaintheatre.org; 609-397-3337. “The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular,” ActorsNET of Bucks County’s Heritage Center theater, 635 N. Delmorr Ave., Morrisville, Pennsylvania. The ladies of the Charitable Second Trinity Victory Church have a mystery on their hands after their Baby Jesus is stolen, through
Dec. 17, $20, $17 seniors (62 and up), $10 children 12 and under; www.actorsnetbucks.org; 215-295-3694. “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,” Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre on the Drew University campus, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. A group of actors and technicians gather in a 1940s radio station at holiday time to perform a live broadcast of It’s a Wonderful Life. Replete with Foley sound effects, commercials from the era, and sprinkled throughout with a generous dose of humor and music, this charming piece brings the famous story to life, through Dec. 30; www.shakespearenj.org; 973-408-5600. “A Christmas Carol,” McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. David Thompson’s adaptation of Charles Dickens’ story of the miserly Scrooge and the spirits who change his life on Christmas Eve, through Dec. 31; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. “Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Playhouse Christmas Show,” Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Comedic take on classic story with five actors, three ladders and lots of music, Dec. 8-31; bcptheater.org; 215-862-2121. CHILDREN’S THEATRE “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” Music Mountain Theatre, 1483 Route 179 Lambertville. Stage version of the “Peanuts” special in which Charlie Brown searched for the true meaning of Christmas, through Dec. 17, $22; www.musicmountaintheatre.org; 609-397-3337. “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Musical adaptation of Clement Moore’s story about children anticipating a visit from Saint Nick, Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Dec. 9, 2, 4 p.m., Dec. 10, 2, 4 p.m. $12, $10 seniors/children; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333. “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer The Musical,” State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Musical based on the classic TV special, Dec. 18, 3, 6 p.m., $35$55; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469. BALLET “Nutcracker,” Princeton High School Performing Cen-
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ter, 151 Moore St., Princeton. Princeton Youth Ballet presents the holiday classic featuring a cast of 75 young artists, Dec. 9, 4 p.m., Dec. 10, noon. Tickets cost $18-$35; www.princetonyouthballet.org. “Nutcracker” for kids,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. Abridged, narrated version of the classic ballet, Dec. 15-17; www.kelseyatmccc.org; 609-5703333. American Repertory Ballet’s “The Nutcracker,” American Repertory Ballet’s production of Tchaikovsky’s ballet featuring professional dancers and students from the Princeton Ballet School: State Theatre of New Jersey, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. www.arballet.org.
FILM “The Polar Express,” Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau St., Princeton. Animated movie based on the classic picture book. On Christmas Eve 1959, a young boy wanders outside and happens upon a train called “The Polar Express” headed for the North Pole, Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m. $5; www.thegardentheatre.com; 609-279-1999. “It’s a Wonderful Life,” Princeton Garden Theatre, 160 Nassau St., Princeton. Frank Capra’s holiday classic starring Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey, who longs for a life outside his hometown, and gets a lesson about the value of his life from an angel, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. (Harp player Andre Tarantiles of Princeton Symphony Orchestra will play live holiday music at 7 p.m.), $11.50; www.thegardentheatre.com; 609-279-1999.
CLASSICAL MUSIC The Jersey Harmony Chorus, All Saints Church, 16 All Saints Road, Princeton. Women’s a cappella chorus singing four-part harmony, presenting holiday show, “Songs for the Season,” featuring the full chorus singing holiday music and presenting their special award-winning competition package, Dec. 8, 8 p.m. For tickets and information, email jerseyharmonytickets@gmail.com or call 732-2366803. See THINGS TO DO, Page 5
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VOICES Chorale, Trinity Episcopal Church, 33 Mercer St., Princeton. Concert titled “Music for the Season of Advent, featuring an assortment of Advent and Christmas pieces in English and Latin by well-known composers and arrangers: JS Bach, William Mathias, Benjamin Britten, Andrew Carter, David Willcocks, Elizabeth Poston, Peter Phillips and John Rutter, Dec. 9, 4 p.m. (A reception to celebrate the season and meet Richard Tang Yuk, Voices Chorale‘ new artistic director, will follow in Pierce Hall.), $30-$35, $10 students/children; www.voiceschorale.org; 609-474-0031. Capital Singers of Trenton, Sacred Heart Church, 343 S. Broad St., Trenton. Concert celebrating choral works for Hanukkah and Christmas, including Finkelstein’s “Avinu Shebashamayim,” Spring-Rice and Stroop’s “Homeland,” Handel’s “And the Glory of the Lord” from Messiah, and Pinkham’s Christmas Cantata. The singers will be joined by Cantor Arthur Katlin from Lawrenceville’s Adath Israel Congregation and quartets from Lighthouse Brass and Ascot Brass, Dec. 10, 4 p.m. $22, $20 advance. $15 seniors/children. Admission is free for children under 12; www.capitalsingers.org; 609-434-2781. Princeton Theological Seminary Winter Concert, “Joy,” Miller Chapel at Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton. Attendees will participate in a worship experience that combines both classic and modern gospel songs, Dec. 10, 6 p.m. Free; www.ptsem.edu. Christmas Service: Carols of Many Nations, Miller Chapel at Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton. A service of readings, choral anthems, and congregational carols led by the Princeton Seminary Chapel Choir. Following the service, caroling will continue on the Seminary quad, Dec. 13, 3:30, 6:30, 8:30 p.m. Admission is free, but tickets are required. For tickets, go to ptsem.edu/carols. Christmas Carol Festival, The Church of St. David the King, 1 New Village Road, Princeton. Sing traditional Christmas carols followed by followed by wassail, coffee, and homemade Christmas cookies and desserts, Dec. 14, 79 p.m. Admission is free, all are welcome; 609-275-7111. “Handel’s Messiah,” Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University campus. Performed by members of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Xian Zhang, conductor. Featuring Erin Wall, soprano; Nancy Maultsby, mezzo-soprano; Miles Mykkanen, tenor; Michael Sumuel, bass-baritone; and the Montclair State University Singers, Heather J. Buchanan, conductor, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., $30-$80; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. Hopewell Valley Chorus holiday concert, St. James Church, 115 E. Delaware Ave., Pennington. Concert titled “Deck the Halls” will feature music, sacred, secular, classical and contemporary by composers including Mozart, Busto, and PDQ Bach, Jerry Herman and LeRoy Anderson. Before and after the concert, the audience is invited to shop at a jewelry sale and bid on a handmade quilt or a set of Lenox dinnerware, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. $15, $10 seniors/students; www.hopewellvalleychorus.org; 609-737-3177. Princeton Ringers Holiday Handbell Concert, Miller Chapel at Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer St., Princeton. Concert titled “Ring and Sing Glory to the Newborn King!” will feature a musical celebration of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. There will be an opportunity for the audience to sing along to a selection of popular carols while the Princeton Ringers provide accompaniment. Under the direction of James Klotz, the Princeton Ringers are comprised of Seminary students, spouses, staff, and friends from churches across the community, Dec. 16, 2 p.m. Free; www.ptsem.edu. Princeton Symphony Orchestra Holiday POPS! concert, Richardson Auditorium on the Princeton University campus. Concert featuring holiday arrangements of carols performed by the PSO and the Princeton High School Choir, Dec. 16, 4 p.m., 7 p.m. www.princetonsymphony.com; 609-497-0020. Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs, Unitarian
PSO Holiday POPS! Princeton Symphony Orchestra will present its annual Holiday POPS! concert, Dec. 16, with performances beginning at 4 and 7 p.m. at Richardson Auditorium at Alexander Hall on the Princeton University campus. The program will feature music by John Williams from “Home Alone,” Franz Waxman’s “1938 Suite” from “A Christmas Carol,” plus waltzes by Johann Strauss Jr., and a carol sing-along. Tickets cost $40-$50, $25 for 17 and under. For more information, go to princetonsymphony.org or call 609497-0020. Universalist Congregation of Princeton, Route 206 at Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. Choral reading of Handel’s “Messiah.” Choral singers welcome. No auditions, no rehearsal. Scores will be provided if needed, Dec. 17, 4 p.m. $10; www.princetonol.com/groups/psma. Bach’s Brandenburgs, Richard Auditorium on the Princeton University campus. This Princeton holiday tradition brings together the 20-plus resident members of The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center plus guest artists in an all-star lineup performing one of music’s most enduring masterpieces all in one evening, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m., $25-$92.50; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. JAZZ/POP/ROCK, ETC. The Colors of Christmas, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Concert featuring Peabo Bryson, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., Ruben Studdard and Jody Watley. The concert will feature holidays songs including “Oh Holy Night,” “I’ll Be Home Christmas,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” celebrating the true meaning behind Christmas, Dec. 5, 8 p.m., $45-$85; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469. Cathy Graham, “A Swinging Christmas,” The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Jazz singer Graham will share jazz and big band versions of holiday favorites, Dec. 8, 8 p.m., $30; www.therrazzroom.com; 1-888-596-1027. Katie Welsh, Arts Council of Princeton’s Paul Robeson for the Arts, 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Concert of seasonal songs from Broadway and Hollywood musicals. Katie Welsh, accompanied by Stefanie Watson, Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m., $15. Email musictheatercollective@gmail.com or call 609915-7889. Glen Burtnik’s XMAS, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Concert featuring performers from across New Jersey to perform holiday favorites, Dec. 9, 8 p.m., $30-$60; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469. “Jingle Bell Jazz,” Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 50 York St., Lambertville. Phil Orr (piano), Michael O’Brien (bass) and Sean Dixon (drums) perform American spirituals, English carols, and favorites from Bing Crosby Mariah Carey, Charlie Brown, all transmogrified by swing, gospel, samba, reggae — even klezmer, Dec. 10, 3 p.m. $20 suggested donation at door; www.standrewslambertville.org; 609-397-2425. Ernie White Band and Friends Best of Christmas Benefit Concert, The Grand Ballroom at Cedar Gardens Banquet, 661 Route 33, Hamilton. For over 16 years Tren-
ton guitarist Ernie White and his Band have spearheaded a rock Christmas concert with the help of area musicians. This year’s concert will feature “Best Of” performances selected from previous shows and will benefit The Hamilton Elks Handicapped Children’s Fund who help our neighbors, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. $25; www.erniewhite.com. Phil Vassar and Kellie Pickler, State Theatre, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Country Christmas concert featuring hits by Vassar and Pickler, and holiday favorites, Dec. 20, 8 p.m., $35-$75; www.stnj.org; 732-246-7469. “It’s a Fruitcake” The Rrazz Room, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Tom Orr and Meagan Hill, host and co-host of the former Bucks County Cabaret, will present an evening of merry musical moments and crazy yuletide parodies, Dec. 22, 7:30 p.m., $20; www.therrazzroom.com; 1-888-596-1027. The Richie Cole Quartet, “Holiday Madness,” Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown. Holiday concert by jazz saxophonist, Dec. 22, 8 p.m. $15; www.mancavenj.com; 609-424-3766.
MISCELLANY Festival of Trees, Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princeton. The holiday tradition sees the museum’s galleries, hallways and porches decorated by local businesses, garden clubs, and non-profit organizations, through Jan. 7. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; www.morven.org; 609-924-8144. Sauce for the Goose, Arts Council of Princeton’s popup location, 301 N. Harrison St., Princeton. The Arts Council of Princeton presents its annual Sauce for the Goose Market, a holiday sale of original work by local artists. The sale features ceramics, glassware, ornaments, and other forms of fine art and craft for gift-giving, Dec. 8, 4-8 p.m. (Opening reception catered by Chopt Creative Salad Co., 57 p.m.), Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Dec. 10, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. artscouncilofprinceton.org; 609-924-8777. Christmas Candlelight House Tour. Tour of five private homes in Hightstown, Dec. 10, 3-6 p.m.. Pre-sale are available at Perennial Home, 119 West Ward St. and cost $10. Tickets will be available on day of tour at 164 N. Main St. The cost for tickets sold that day is $15. For more information, go to www.hewhs.com. Christmas Tea, Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society, 164 N. Main St., Hightstown. Shop at the Holiday Boutique in the historic freight station and enjoy punch and cookies in the decorated historic home, Dec. 10, 1:30-3 p.m. www.hewhs. Kwanzaa Celebration, Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville. Traditional Kwanzaa celebration that may include a variety of songs, dances, African drumming, storytelling, spoken word, poetry and a film. The Kwanzaa cultural symbols that represent values and concepts of this seven day holiday will be available for viewing. This educational program will be facilitated by Zarinah Shakir, the producer and host of “Perspectives of Interfaith,” Dec. 28, 6 p.m. Registration suggested; www.mcl.org; 609989-6920.
STAGE “An Act of God,” George Street Playhouse, 103 College Farm Road, New Brunswick. Comedy in which the Almighty (played by Kathleen Turner) attempts to correct people’s misconceptions of her, through Dec. 23; www.georgestplayhouse.org; 732-846-2895.
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JAZZ, CABARET, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. Le Cabaret Francais, The Mansion Inn, 9 So. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Cabaret hosted by Barry Peterson, with lyric books, sing-along and special performing guests, first Wednesday of each month, 7:45-10 p.m. $10 drink minimum; 215-740-7153. Hot Sardines, 91 University Place, Princeton. Brass laySee THINGS TO DO, Page 3B
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PACKET PICKS Dec. 9 Meet Santa at Morven Morven Museum & Garden will host Morning with Santa, with sessions beginning at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon. Kids can share their Christmas wishes with Santa. There also will be interactive stories, songs, a dance, and a take-home ornament craft sessions. Admission costs $25 per family. One family up to six people, please no combined groups. Limited to 20 families per session. Morven is located at 55 Stockton St., Princeton. For more information, go to morven.org; 609-924-8144.
Dec. 10 Candlelight tour at Rockingham Historic Rockingham will present its annual candlelight tour, celebrating Americans who gave their blood, sweat and tears to defend our unalienable rights, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some of those heroes will be remembered during the tour, with an emphasis on military campaigns in New Jersey. Visitors will be led around the rooms of the historic house by members of the Montgomery Township Live Historians club and hear tales of these brave few. The candlelight tours will also feature period music by John Burkhalter of the Practitioners of Musick. Holiday goodies and warm drinks will be available in Rockingham’s Children’s Museum, and the Museum Store will be open, with its period toys, local honey, books, Rockingham DVDs, quills and tricorn hats. Rockingham is located on Laurel Avenue/Kingston-Rocky Hill Road (County Route 603) between Route 518 in Rocky Hill and Route 27 in Kingston. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 609-683-7136. Suggested donation is $5. For more information, go to www.rockingham.net.
Gould lecture at library Former Princeton University President Harold T. Shapiro will deliver the annual Kenneth and Audrey Gould lecture, beginning at 1 p.m., at Princeton Public Library. Shapiro, who is a member of the executive committee and associated faculty of the Princeton Environmental Institute Center for Environmental Research, Education & Outreach, will speak about “The Environment: Understanding the Nature of the Challenge.” The Kenneth and Audrey Gould Lecture Series was endowed to the library in 2014 by Princeton psychiatrist Kenneth Gould and his wife, financial adviser Audrey Gould. Dr. Gould died in December, 2014, a few months after New York Times columnist Benedict Carey delivered the inaugural lecture of the series. The library is located at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. For more information, go to www.princetonlibrary.org or call 609-924-9529.
Great Princeton Youth Orchestra concert The Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra will host its senior division winter concert, beginning at 3 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center in Montgomery High School, 1016 Route 601 in Skillman. The concert will be a charity event in support of the rebuilding efforts in Puerto Rico due to Hurricane Maria. The concert orchestra and symphonic orchestra will perform pieces by Beethoven, Brahms, Dvorak, Mendelssohn, and Newbold. Admission is free. Donations will be accepted. For more information, visit www.gpyo.org.
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Pam Hersh
Yes Virginia, there is common ground Back-to-back events at Labyrinth Books showed the divide may not be as deep as we think Common ground is holy ground. It is the gift I want to place under the Christmas tree and in front of the Hanukkah menorah this season. I found a glimmer of common ground last week on the grounds of Labyrinth Books in its underground space — the basement of the Nassau Street bookstore, known for its literary programs that stir the intellectual juices. On Nov. 29, Labyrinth hosted a conversation between one of Princeton’s most well known social justice advocates Anastasia (Stacy) Mann and award-winning historian Nancy MacLean, a Duke University scholar of American social movements. Twenty-four hours later on Nov. 30, Labyrinth hosted a conversation between one of Princeton’s most well known political reporters Charles Stile and award-winning presidential scholar Alvin Felzenberg, the principal 9/11 Commission spokesman and former adviser to the U.S. Departments of State and Defense. Wednesday night’s audience was standing room only, the crowd comprising (as far as I could tell) Princeton’s progressive Democrats. It was so crowded that Labyrinth had to make room for attendees by replacing the refreshments/snacks table with additional chairs. Thursday night’s audience was far sparser; some of whom I recognized as being affiliated with Princeton’s Republican Party and politically conservative point of view. As someone who believes it is important to watch both Fox News and MSNBC, I attended both discussions. My Donna Quixote goal is to help close the political divide by increasing my understanding of what makes the “other side” tick in search of the political Holy Grail — common ground. Nancy MacLean’s new book: “Democracy in Chains: The Deep History of the Radical Right’s Stealth Plan for America” was described in a Booklist review as “perhaps the best explanation to date of the roots of the political divide that threatens to irrevocably alter American government.” MacLean makes her point by investigating the life’s work of the economist James McGill Buchanan (born in 1919 and died in 2013), who advanced the field of public choice economics into politics. His argument was that governing should be left to the market. Governments cannot be trusted, because all interest groups push for their own agenda, rather than the public good. MacLean was unequivocal about her distaste for Mr. Buchanan’s goals, because his work casts doubt that anyone — whether individuals, groups or institutions — could act in the public
Charlie Stile and Princeton Professor Al Felzenberg discussed the life and career of William F. Buckley Jr. at Labyrinth Books last week. good. I found the lecture and conversation mind-blowing, and I left the underground space in hyper angst mode. I gathered up my courage and showed up the following night at Labyrinth for a discussion that I thought might exacerbate my panic about the future of our nation. Dr. Felzenberg, with a master’s degree and doctorate from Princeton University, spoke about the subject of his latest book: “A Man and His Presidents: The Political Odyssey of William F. Buckley Jr.” Buckley was the writer and activist who popularized modern political conservatism. His core political convictions sounded similar to those of Mr. Buchanan — opposition to the size and growth of the federal government. But it seemed to me — a stunningly superficial historical analyst — there was a huge difference. Buckley’s conservatism was in the name of individualism and free enterprise, not simply a cynical rejection of anyone acting in the public good. And Buckley, according to Felzenberg, was thoughtful and possessed a moral and ethical core that allowed him to respond to changes in the world around him. Specifically Buckley adopted a pro-
gressive view on civil rights and broke with George W. Bush over the war in Iraq. My panic and despair morphed into a discovery of common ground. I actually had something in common with Buckley, and I, a lifelong registered Democrat, assumed I had something in common with the handful of Princeton Republicans sitting in the room. Since I have been known to rail against overly aggressive and kneejerk government regulations, maybe I had more in common with the handful of Princeton Republicans in the room than I would have admitted inside the room of Democrats on Wednesday night. The members of both audiences might be interested to know that their U.S. Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman recently spoke about the value and feasibility of finding common ground. Several weeks ago, Watson Coleman, a democrat who represents the 12th Congressional District, was honored at a Stockton University Hughes Center for Public Policy event at which the congresswoman received the “Civility in Government and Politics Award.”
Watson Coleman, who was born in Camden and graduated from Thomas Edison State University, shared an anecdote about the value of seeking common ground. “The example that sticks in my mind occurred when I was on Stockton’s Board of Trustees,” said Watson Coleman, who was a Stockton trustee from 1981 to 1998. “Stockton was in the throes of change, and the meeting schedule for trustees was intense. It was a long commute, so another board member, Charles Townsend, and I decided to carpool. He was white, rich, Harvard University educated, Mainline Philadelphia heritage, career Republican, a thriving Wall Street executive. “Neither one of us was someone that the other one would have sought out to befriend. But during the course of many hours of commuting, both of us got beyond the stereotypes. . . . We began seeing one another as individuals rather than categories, and we became great friends. I know I learned from him and I think he learned from me.” And I learned from her and hope Princeton’s — and the nation’s — political constituencies can do the same.
Deck the hall at Drumthwacket With the arrival of the festive season, the Drumthwacket Foundation in partnership with New Jersey Garden Clubs is continuing its annual tradition, The Holidays at Drumthwacket. Each of the public rooms of the Governor’s official residence in Princeton are decorated using fresh arrangements and greenery to complement the architecture and décor of the historic Greek Revival building. The Holidays at Drumthwacket includes the following display presentations located throughout the first floor of the residence. The Garden Club of Mountain Lakes has decorated the foyer with elements of the season, festive greens and traditional fruits. Holiday hues of tangerine, cherry and apple green set the tone from the magnificent staircase to the glittering Christmas tree. In addition, the display honors New Jersey symbols such as the state bird, the Eastern Goldfinch, the state insect, the honeybee and, of course, New Jersey’s state fruit, the blueberry! The Garden Club of Stony Brook has adorned the dining room in traditional elegance with a woodland twist. The tree is decorated with glass ornaments representing the woodlands of New Jersey: white tail deer, squirrels, birds and raccoons. Salmon ribbon, grapevine bird nests sprinkled with seed pearls, and gold-dusted pinecones complete the theme. Floral arrangements of holiday amaryllis, winterberries, and greenery decorate the table set with silver julep cups with greens and winterberries. The two sideboards host an arrangement of white orchids while the fireplaces
The Dining Room at Drumthwacket, designed by The Garden Club of Stony Brook, is decorated in traditional style with a woodland twist. have faux greenery with festive fruit and ribbon throughout. The West Trenton Garden Club has transformed the parlor into a glittering, white wonderland that envelops the room with a sparkling elegance of white and silver decorations accented with touches of blue and gold. The Garden Club of Keyport has turned Drumthwacket’s music room into “A Victorian Tea at Christmas.” The table placed by the fireplace is set
for tea, cakes, and scones; a small mid-afternoon repast. The mantle is decorated with seasonal greens, twigs, and hydrangeas in varying colors from deep purple to palest blue, Fireworks gomphera in hot pink, sedum, celosia, as well as yellow asters. The decor is enhanced throughout with peacock feathers, a Victorian favorite. The cream, silver, blue, and peacock ribbons are threaded through the garlands to bring unity to the room. Blue and silver Christmas balls and Victo-
rian-style ornaments provide an elegant addition. The beautiful piano and small tables have coordinating displays. Matching tear-drop garlands welcome visitors at the staircase and entryways. The Garden Club of Essex Fells pays tribute to Drumthwacket’s Scottish-Gaelic heritage by adorning the neo-gothic library to celebrate a warm Scottish Yule. The name Drumthwacket, which means “wooded hill,” sets the tone for the natural arrays of evergreens and hydrangea, festooned with traditional tartans, plaids, and glimmering gold accents. The Belvidere Garden Club has decorated the governor’s study with simplistic yet elegant traditional holiday décor. Winter greens, pine cones, pheasant feathers, tartan ribbon, and Scottish theme items decorate the tabletop Christmas tree located in front of the bowed windows and complements the stone fireplace and dark wooden bookcases. Butlers of Far Hills has decorated the vestible with a fusion of modern and classic holiday décor. The arrangement of calla lilies and lilacs pays tribute to First Lady Mary Pat Christie as they are her favorite flowers. Self-guided Open House tours are available on select days in December. While reservations are required, admission and parking on site are free of charge. To make tour arrangements, go to drumthwacket.org/visit/. Open house tours are available Dec. 10, 13 and 20, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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ered with a rhythm sessions tied together by a lead singer. And the show also has tap dancing, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. Michael Smith, Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton. Singer-songwriter whose song “The Dutchman” has been covered by Steve Goodman, The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem, John Gorka, Suzy Bogguss, The New Kingston Trio, and Celtic Thunder. He has set poetry to music, creating programs such as “And the Poet Sang,” based on the poetry of Federico Garcia Lorca, Pablo Neruda, and others, Dec. 15, 8:15 p.m. Admission costs $20, $10 students under 22, $5 children; www.princetonfolk.org; 609-799-0944. Soraia, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown. Full band acoustic concert by rock group led by lead singer Soraia. The band’s songs have been selected as “The Coolest Song in the World” on Little Steven’s Underground Garage, Dec. 15, 8 p.m. $10; www.mancavenj.com; 609-424-3766. Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton. Concert featuring “Broadway’s Golden Couple” Marin Mazzie (“The King and I,” “Ragtime”) and husband Jason Danieley (“Candide,” “The Full Monty,” “The Visit”) celebrating love and marriage on the Great White Way, Dec. 16, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $72; www.mccarter.org; 609-258-2787. Daniela Cotton, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell. New York City-based singer-songwriter originally from Hopewell, Dec. 16, 8 p.m. www.hopewelltheater.com; 609-466-1964.
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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. Michener Art Museum, 138 South Pine St., Doylestown, Pennsylvania. George Sotter: Light and Shadow, through Dec. 31; Dedicated, Displayed, Discovered: Celebrating the Region’s School Art Collections, through Jan. 7; www.michenerartmuseum.org; 215-3409800. Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. “Clarence H. White and His World: The Art and Craft of Photography, 1895-1925,” The first retrospective devoted to the photographer in over a generation, the exhibit surveys White’s career from his beginnings in 1895 in Ohio to his death in Mexico in 1925, through Jan. 7; “Making History Visible: Of American Myths and National Heroes,” artists whose work is featured include Titus Kaphar, Thomas Hart Benton, Elizabeth
Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. Bruce Katsiff at Ellarslie. “DrawCutShootPrintAssemble.” Exhibit featuring six artists who created works on paper. The artworks on paper include several sophisticated processes: collagraphs and digital prints, shaped paintings on paper, watercolor collages, very fine graphite drawings, etching, and mixed media, through Jan. 14. Hours: Wed.-Sat. noon to 4 p.m. www.ellarslie.org; 609989-3632. 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; 609Trenton guitarist Ernie White and other area mu924-8144. sicians will join forces for this year’s Ernie White Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St. (at George Band and Friends Christmas Benefit concert at Street) on the College Avenue Campus of Rutgers, New the Grand Ballroom at Cedar Gardens Banquet in Brunswick. Cats vs. Dogs: Illustrations for Children’s LitHamilton, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. This year’s concert will erature. Featuring more than 40 drawings and collages by feature “best of” performances from previous Frank Asch, Mary Chalmers, Tony Chen, Roger Duvoisin, shows. Proceeds will benefit The Hamilton Elks’ Shari Halpern, Lois Lenski, Ward Schumaker, and Art Seiefforts to help disabled children. The Grand Ballden. The exhibition emphasizes the strength of visual eleroom at Cedar Gardens Banquet is located at 661 ments in storytelling, especially for children learning how to Route 33 in Hamilton. Tickets cost $25. For more read, through June 24, 2018. This exhibit is open to the information, go to www.erniewhite.com. 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 Catlett, Glenn Ligon, Sally Mann, William Ranney, Faith free; www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu; 848-932-7237. Ringgold, William Rush, Kara Walker, Carrie Mae Weems, Charles White, John Wilson, and Hale Woodruff, through Jan. 14; “Hold: A Meditation on Black Aesthetics,” Dur“A Quiet Defiance: The Women’s War in Mali,” Anne ing the 1960s, black artists and intellectuals embraced the idea of a black aesthetic as an ideological alternative to Eu- Reid ‘72 Art Gallery at Princeton Day School, 650 Great rocentric notions of beauty and taste. Since then, black aes- Road, Princeton. Exhibit by Katie Orlinsky of photographs thetics has served more broadly as a site of convergence she took in Mali in 2013. Orlinsky is a photographer and across the African diaspora, weaving a history of place- cinematographer based in New York City, and has spent lessness and belonging, support and constraint, holding and more than a decade as a photojournalist covering news and being held. The works in this exhibition, ranging from the feature stories around the world, through Dec. 14. 1950s to the present, embody various ways the aesthetic www.pds.org; 609-924-6700, ext. 1772. Gallery 14, 14 Mercer St. Hopewell. “Antarctica and realm has enabled re-imaginings of blackness, through Feb. 11; “Rouge: Michael Kenna,” photographs by Kenna Death Valley” by Charlie Gross; “Sea, Sun and Surf, of the Rouge plant in Dearborn, Michigan, through Feb. Coastal New Jersey Landscapes and Seascapes” by George 11. Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 Mattei, through Dec. 17. Gallery hours: Sat.-Sun. noon to a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuSee THINGS TO DO, Page 8B seum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788.
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Maximize entertaining space this holiday season
People who live in compact homes or apartments may find space is at a premium during regular times of the year. When the holidays arrive, decorations, trees and presents can make homes seem even more cluttered. This can make it especially challenging for holiday hosts who want to open up their homes for festive gatherings. Even if space is at a premium, all it takes is a little ingenuity to entertain successfully. • Put nonessential furniture and other decor away. It’s impossible for would-be holiday hosts to move all of their belongings out of their homes to create entertaining space. But hosts can certainly cut down on clutter. Check out the flow of a room and then move pieces around as needed to open up floor space. Push tables or large pieces of furniture up against walls. Swap out armchairs for folding chairs. Stow knickknacks in bedrooms or in closets. • Put benches and wide ledges to use. Narrow benches, such
as those common to picnic tables, can seat three or four comfortably. Do not discount deep window ledges as potential seats, as these areas can be made more comfortable with pillows or cushions. • Collapse tables after meals. If a sit-down dinner is the goal, set up tables accordingly. Then break down the tables afterward to free up more space. Serve small desserts that can be easily transported from room to room. • Use islands and counter tops. Tables can take up valuable space. When entertaining a lot of guests, set up an all-purpose counter island and add bar stools. This can be an area for food prep, eating and entertaining. • Create conversation areas. Encourage guests to spread out by setting up intimate spots in various rooms. This way guests won’t feel the need to congregate in the same space. Bistro tables in a den, a few floor pillows in front of the fireplace and stools by a kitchen island will create conversation areas.
• Expand outside, if possible. Rent a tent that can be warmed with a space heater. If your home has a closed-in porch or patio space, cover screens with insulating plastic to create a comfortable added room. • Skip a sit-down meal. Large tables take up a lot of space, so serve a buffet, tapas or passed hors d’oeuvres so guests mix and mingle rather than sit down at one large table. • Use all available surfaces. Invest in some sturdy serving trays that can be placed on television stands, upright speakers, ottomans, or even wooden crates. This will increase the amount of room you have to serve and store items. • Spread out refreshments. Avoid bottlenecks in common areas by putting food, beverages and other items in various locations. Fill up the kitchen sink with ice and make it an oversized beverage cooler. Holiday entertaining requires some creativity when hosting in compact spaces. — Metro Creative Connection
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Katie Robbins
Staying grounded despite holiday stress
Parties. Food. Friends and family. What’s not to love about the holidays? For many people — a lot. While the holiday season can be filled with warmth and good cheer, it can also be an emotionally charged time of year filled with stress and pressure, especially for women. Staying grounded and balanced despite holiday stress can help you enjoy the spirit of the season and maintain a sense of peace even if you’re surrounded by chaos.
An added layer of pressure From financial responsibilities to the regular demands of work and family, daily life can be stressful. So when the holidays come around, they add an extra layer of pressure that can turn the most wonderful time of the year into the most stressful time of the year. For women, who traditionally feel more pressure to take charge of activities like shopping, decorating, cooking and entertaining, the expectations can be overwhelming. Moreover, for women and men, the holidays tend to stir up feelings of grief and loss as well as conflict and tension, particularly among family members. And those who already struggle with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders or substance abuse, are also more emotionally vulnerable during the holidays. In response, many peo-
ple engage in unhealthy behaviors such as overspending, overindulging in eating or drinking or even avoiding the holidays altogether. Too often, these activities leave people feeling worse rather than better. Healthy coping mechanisms Though the holidays may add stress, there are a number of healthy coping mechanisms that can help you get through — and even enjoy — the season. • Take care of yourself. Regardless of how much is on your to-do list, taking care of yourself should be at the top. Maintain a healthy diet, make sure you get enough quality sleep and don’t forget to exercise. Spend some time outdoors or do something else you love to give yourself a break from the demands. Keeping your mind and body healthy can reduce your vulnerability to stress. • Identify coping strategies ahead of time. Do you you get anxious at the office holiday party or other social gatherings? Do your family dinners inevitably end in arguments or stir up uncomfortable emotions? Make a plan for dealing with them ahead of time. It may be as simple as pausing to reconnect your mind and body with the present moment or stepping away to take a few deep breaths in the bathroom. And if the situation becomes too overwhelming, have an exit strategy. Maybe you need to go home to let the dog out or perhaps the babysitter needs to leave early. Having a strategy ahead of time can help you
feel more comfortable and grounded from the start. Additionally, setting a time limit for how long you are going to stay at an event can help you avoid feeling stuck or trapped. • Allow yourself to set limits, and be realistic. Despite societal pressures to the contrary, not everything needs to be perfect. Set limits on how much money you can spend, and establish realistic expectations. Instead of trying to do it all, focus on the most important holiday tasks and accept that the some things just may not get done. Also set limits on how many invitations to accept. You don’t have to go to every party and event. Be selective. It’s OK to say no. • Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is the ability to focus on what’s happening in the present moment without worrying about the past or the future. It is the ability to acknowledge your emotions, thoughts and feelings and experience them without judging. Yoga and meditation are often effective tools for practicing mindfulness more formally. • Be compassionate with yourself. Reframe negative self-talk such as “I will never get all of this done and dinner is going to be a disaster” to “I am doing the best I can in this moment.” • Make a daily gratitude list. Often, the holidays can cause people to get wrapped up in losses and all the things they don’t have. Making a short list every day of things you‘re grateful for can help refocus your mind on all the good you do have in your life. • Take a deep breath —
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or three. If you’re feeling anxious, whether you’re going to a party, family dinner or other social event, stop and take three deep breaths before you walk out the door. Then, after centering your mind, throw your shoulders back and step out, resolved to enjoy the moment. When to get help Almost everyone experiences some increased level of stress around the holidays, but for some people it can spiral out of control. Signs that may signal you or someone you love needs professional help include: • Persistent feelings of sadness or anxiety. • Physical ailments. • Isolating or avoidance.
• Inability to keep up with routine daily tasks. Normal holiday stress comes and goes, but when it settles in so that it interferes with work, school and relationships or leaves you with a constant feeling of dread or anxiety, it is time to seek professional counseling. The Women’s Program at Princeton House Behavioral Health, a unit of Princeton HealthCare System, offers specialized treatment to help women build skills to process emotions, thoughts and behaviors. The program teaches skills for mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Emotion regulation treatment is open to women with a variety of issues in-
cluding those who have a history of trauma, who are in recovery, and who are coping with current life stressors. Treatment is available at Princeton House’s outpatient centers in Princeton, Hamilton, North Brunswick and Moorestown. For more information about the Women’s Program at Princeton House, visit www.princetonhouse.org or call 888-437-1610.
Katie Robbins, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., is a licensed clinical social worker and senior primary therapist with the Women’s Program at Princeton House Behavioral Health, a unit of Princeton HealthCare System.
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Holiday shopping with tots in tow
Holiday shopping has changed considerably since the dawn of the Information Age. Whereas holiday shopping once required shoppers to spend hours perusing stores at the local mall, nowadays many shoppers get the bulk of their shopping done online. Shopping online may be convenient, but more traditional holiday shopping still affords shoppers the chance to find great deals, especially at the last minute. Parents may prefer to leave the kids at home when holiday shopping, but sometimes they don’t have a choice. Fortunately, there are ways to manage holiday shop-
ping trips with kids in tow. • Encourage kids to create shopping lists. Keeping kids engaged on holiday shopping trips can be difficult, especially when shopping at stores that tend to draw crowds and long lines. But parents can engage youngsters by encouraging them to create their own holiday shopping lists for family members and then helping them find those gifts at the mall or wherever they plan to do their holiday shopping. Let kids bring their lists along and check off gifts as they purchase them.
• Let kids do their own shopping. In addition to creating lists, let kids do their own shopping, including paying for gifts they purchase for loved ones. Kids might be more in-
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• Schedule some fun time. While parents pressed for time might not have much time to do anything but shop, kids are likely to grow impatient if the day does not include at least one fun distraction. Look for malls or shopping centers that feature fun things for kids to do, such as carousel rides or visits with Santa Claus. While this might require parents to spend more time at the mall or shopping center than they initially hoped, it can help keep kids engaged while giving them something fun to do at the same time. — Metro Creative Connection
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Holiday shows at Kelsey for the whole family
Mercer County Community College’s Kelsey Theatre continues its holiday offerings with what has become a Kelsey tradition. The Kelsey Players will present “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” Dec. 8 at 7 p.m.; Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.; and
Dec. 10 at 2 and 4 p.m. Based on the classic poem that Clement Moore penned as a Christmas present for his children, the show embraces the anticipation and joy of the long-awaited midnight visit by a very special guest. This musical adaptation features Santa,
his eight tiny reindeer, some remarkably talented sugar plums, and the cutest mouse in New York City. The Moore family and their neighbors will create a magical winter wonderland circa 1822 New York for audiences of all ages to enjoy. Reprising their roles as
Clement and Eliza Moore are Ken Ambs and Diane Wargo. John Costello will play Mr. Kringle. Featured as the Moore children are Sedona Raphael and Katie Greendorfer. Tickets cost $12, $10 seniors/children. The theater is collecting new, unwrapped toys, along with new hats, scarves and gloves, during all performances of ‘Twas” for donation to a local charity. A collection box is located in the Kelsey Theatre lobby. Closing out the Kelsey holiday season is “Nutcracker,” an abridged family version presented by Dance Connection of Hillsborough (formerly known as New Jersey Youth Ballet). This narrated, one-hour version of the classic Tchaikovsky ballet will be performed Dec. 15 at 7 p.m.; Dec. 16 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.; Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets cost $16, and $14 for seniors and children. Kelsey Theatre is located on the college’s West Windsor Campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road. Kelsey Theatre is wheelchair accessible, with free parking next to the theater. For a complete listing of adult and children’s events,go to www.kelseytheatre.net. Tickets also may be purchased by calling 609-570-3333.
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During the holiday season, millions of people flock to stores or shop online in order to meet their holiday deadlines. The National Retail Federation states that, during the holiday retail season of 2016, spending was up by 4 percent over the same period in 2015, and $658.3 billion was spent from November through December. Consumers have more options today than ever before when shopping for holiday gifts. Shoppers about to get into the holiday shopping swing of things can make the process more comfortable in
various ways. Use a ride sharing service Take the hassle out of endlessly circling mall parking lots looking for parking spots by taking a cab or ride sharing service to the stores. Drivers can drop you off right at the main entrance, which can increase safety and comfort, particularly on the way home when you have packages in tow. Dress appropriately Wearing too much clothing can leave you feeling over-
heated and uncomfortable in crowded retail centers. Skip the heavy coat and layer clothing instead. This way you can shed layers as necessary to remain comfortable. Wear flats or walking shoes to protect your feet. Consider bringing along a rolling beach cart so that packages do not weigh you down. Pack nutritious snacks Hunger can try your patience, which doesn’t bode well when holiday shopping. Eat well before visiting the store and bring along filling, nutritious snacks, such as trail mix
or edamame, so you don’t have to navigate crowded food courts when hunger strikes. Build in breaks Whether shopping at home or in-store, take breaks from marathon shopping to relax. Too much focus on spending can impede your ability to enjoy all the wonders of the holiday season. Plan shopping sessions around dining out, visiting or sightseeing. Holiday shopping can be less of a chore when shoppers prioritize comfort. — Metro Creative Connection
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Princeton Country Dancers Winter Cotillion, Trinity Cathedral, 801 W. State St., Trenton. Cavalcade of callers and festive dances with Hold the Mustard. Performances and singing, Dec. 10. Candlelight potluck dinner, 5 p.m. Dancing, 7-10 p.m. www.princetoncountrydancers.org. Friday Night Folk Dancing, Suzanne Patterson Center, 45 Stockton St., Princeton. One-hour instruction most weeks, followed by request dancing. Fridays, 8-11 p.m. $5; 609-912-1272.
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bridgeton twp. $329,000 215-862-9441 MLS# 7016716
Florence twp. $389,900 609-921270 MLS# 7850829
Hopewell twp. $449,000 609-737-1500 MLS# 7074460
FranKlin twp. $384,900 609-586-1400 MLS # 7031279
Hamilton $269,900 609-298-3000 MLS # 7067937
Hopewell twp. $1,559,000 609-737-1500 MLS # 7016121
Hopewell twp. $594,900 609-737-1500 MLS# 7000577
Kingwood twp. $597,500 908-782-0100 MLS# 3414303
lambertville citY $689,900 609-397-0777 MLS # 6837229
lawrence twp. $319,900 609-737-1500 MLS# 7075446
lawrenceville $1,139,999 609-921-2700 MLS # 6968372
mansField $428,000 609-921-2700 MLS # 7060939
wall twp. $217,500 609-586-1400 MLS # 086154
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columbus $329,900 609-298-3000 MLS# 7088478
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Our Bordentown Office is an Authorized Collection Center for TOYS FOR TOTS. Drop off at our Farnsworth Avenue location until December 17th. ALSO…Our Annual FOOD DRIVE is Underway… Please drop off any Canned Goods you would like to donate until December 17th.
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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice Fox & Roach, REALTORS® President Hosts Rise ‘N Shine Breakfast Event Joan Docktor, president of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® hosted a Rise ‘n Shine Breakfast for Main Line sales associates at the Nassau Inn in Princeton. The breakfast gives the agents an opportunity to meet with each other and the president to have a timely idea exchange. The focus is to help agents feel more connected to the company, participate in meaningful dialogue, network with their peers and share best practices. Pictured here; (sitting, l to r) Tasnima Qamar, Princeton Junction Office; Rozana Yoosuf, Princeton Junction Office; Rose Dunn, Princeton Junction Office; (standing, l to r) David Rickel, regional manager; Carol Robinson, Princeton Junction Office; Arlene Pronesti, Hamilton-Robbinsville Home Marketing Center; Linda Pecsi, Princeton Home Marketing Center; Kate Angelucci, Princeton Home Marketing Center; Barry Layne, Princeton Home Marketing Center; Galina Peterson, Princeton Home Marketing Center; and Joan Docktor, president, (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® is a part of HomeServices of America, the nation’s second largest provider of total home services. The company has more than 4,500 Sales Associates in over 65 sales offices across the Tri-State area. Through its affiliate, the Trident Group, the company provides one-stop shopping and facilitated services to its clients including mortgage financing, and title, property and casualty insurance. BHHS Fox & Roach is the #1 broker in the nationwide BHHS network of 1400 broker affiliates. Our company-sponsored charitable foundation, Fox & Roach Charities, is committed to addressing the needs of children and families in stressful life circumstances and has contributed over $5.5 million to more than 250 local organizations since its inception in 1995. Visit our Website at www.foxroach.com.
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