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Kinst resigns from Hillsborough Board of Education

By Andrew Martins Managing Editor

Change will come with the new year for the Hillsborough Township Board of Education, as district officials kick off 2018 with a search to determine who will take the place of Thomas Kinst following his resignation.

District officials announced that there was a vacancy on the school board on December 20 in an advertisement soliciting applications for the position.

Though Kinst said he relished his time on the school board since 2012, the out-going board mem-

ber said his professional life has recently made serving out his most recent term a much more difficult task.

“Recently, I have had increasing responsibilities and time demands with my employment, which will prevent me from devoting the time that is due to the Hillsborough Board of Education and school district,” he said. “I so value and respect the responsibility and commitment that a board member should provide to the role, that I found it preferable to step down to enable another community member to devote the

time, energy and commitment that the board, district and community deserve.”

Superintendent Dr. Jorden Schiff called Kinst an “integral member and leader” of the school board who served four full terms from 2012 to 2016 and had been re-elected to a term that was supposed to come to an end on January 6, 2019. “[Kinst] has diligently served the Hillsborough community and our students for over seven years,” Schiff said. “He has a deep understanding of the delicate balance that exists between providing our

students with high quality programming at an affordable cost for the community.”

Through the years, Kinst has served as the school board’s president, as well as a member of a number committees.

Looking back on his service in those roles, Kinst called the opportunity an “honor and privilege.”

“I feel that I have brought value to those roles and to the district,” he said. “The advancements that the district has made over that time speak for themselves.”

With Kinst’s resignation effec-

tive as of Dec. 18, officials said the district is actively looking for someone to fill the empty seat.

According to the district’s listing, the person selected to take the spot will serve as a member of the Hillsborough Township Board of Education until January 6, 2019.

In order to serve, a prospective member must be: a United States citizen; a Hillsborough Township resident of at least one year; able to read and write; registered to vote and not disqualified from voting; and cannot already hold public office as a member of the See KINST, Page 3A

On his way out, Ciattarelli remains passionate about New Jersey’s future

By Philip Sean Curran Staff Writer

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On a recent snowy Friday afternoon in Princeton, Assemblyman Jack M. Ciattarelli had a window seat at PJ’s Pancake House where he was having a meal and talking about his future and the future of New Jersey.

Set to leave office early next month, the Hillsborough native was as methodical dissecting the problems facing the state as he was eating a plate of three blueberry pancakes. In an interview, he touched on his three terms in the Legislature, his ill-fated run for governor this year and what comes next for someone who first got into political office in his late 20s.

Since 2012, the Republican has represented the 14 towns in the 16th Legislative District that span parts of Mercer, Hunterdon, Middlesex and Somerset counties. Before that, he was a Somerset County Freeholder and before that he was on the Raritan Borough Council. The job as a state lawmaker has meant eating in restaurants in his district, attending the round of chicken dinners and events on the weekends and helping constituents. Some things he will miss, some things he will not miss.

He called serving in Trenton a “phenomenal life experience” and felt it “an honor” to win three times in a competitive legislative district.

But his entire tenure was spent as part of the minority party, this for someone coming from a Republican part of the state. A check of the more than 70 bills or measures he sponsored or co-sponsored in the 2016/7 legislative session found

nearly all died in committee.

“It was a huge adjustment,” he said. “It wasn’t culture shock because you realize going in there’s a hierarchy in place and you realize also that this administration had a certain way in which it wanted things done for its caucuses to act as foot soldiers or pawns in the machine.”

Having turned 56 on Dec. 12, Ciattarelli said he has decided to wait until after the holidays to decide what he’ll do in his public and professional lives.

“Whether or not I run for office again in the near or long term, I do intend to stay involved in the public discourse on the issues that matter to most New Jerseyans,” he said. “I will have a voice, and it’s because I remain passionate about New Jersey.”

He raised the idea of setting up a think tank to come up with solutions to the “property tax crisis,” in his words, and other issues.

But if Ciattarelli had his way, he, not Phil Murphy, would be taking the oath of office to become the next governor replacing Chris Christie. Ciattarelli lost in the Republican primary to Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno, who went on to get trounced in the general election.

“I do think that Kim failed to separate herself from the Christie era. And it was my concern all along,” Ciattarelli said. “I felt strongly in declaring for governor that my candidacy wasn’t necessarily going to be easy but Guadagno’s candidacy was an impossibility.”

Guadagno’s strong showing in Ocean and Monmouth counties helped power her to victory in the primary. For someone who has seldom tasted defeat in his political career, Ciattarelli had to give a concession speech on election night.

“I’ve never, ever been afraid of failure,” he said. “The two times that I’ve lost (including his first run for local office) what I learned both times is there just wasn’t enough time for more people to get to know Jack Ciattarelli.”

“I mean I honestly believe and I knew going in,” he continued, “that Guadagno’s seven-year-head start was going to play huge in terms of her greatest strength and my great-

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Pajamas for a cause For the fourth consecutive year, students at Woodfern Elementary School donated 220 pairs of brand-new pajamas as part of the Scholastic Reading Club Great Pajama Drive. The school will send the pajamas to Scholastic and it will match each set of donated pajamas with a book as part of the company’s 9th Annual Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive.

Public library system awarded $12K from national endowment program

An 18 month grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities for a total of $12,000 was recently awarded to the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey in an effort to support the 10 publicly funded libraries that dot the county.

The grant will help SCLNJ grow a historical-memories initiative that was announced back in 2013 during the library system’s 325th anniversary, which will allow the library system to collect, catalog and preserve county residents’ memories of the past.

“We are excited to be recipients of the National Endowment for the Humanities’ Common Heritage grant for 2018/2019, and are honored to be among the 253 humanities projects that were funded

by NEH across the nation,” Technical Services Manager and Grant Coordinator Rebecca Sandoval Sloat said.

See CIATTARELLI, Page 3A Throughout the course of the

18-month grant, which will run from January 2018 through June 2019, the county’s libraries will hold a number of programs that will allow residents a chance to digitally document photographs, textiles, journals or anything that they would like to be preserved.

Library officials said they will then make the items available for research and the use of future generations by contributing them to Rutgers University’s New Jersey Digital Highway, the library’s online catalog, and eventually, the Digital Public Library of America.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for SCLSNJ to build upon our community’s history by digitally preserving the personal items of our community members,” Sloat said.

Program topics will include the development of a complex transportation system to the history of its landowners and land development to the thriving, complex

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housing community that exists today, to crops and resulting foods native to the area.

A number of community organizations will be partnering with SCLSNJ through the course of the project, including the Board of Chosen Freeholders, Somerset County; the Franklin Township Public Library; the New Jersey Council for the Humanities; and Somerset County Historical Society.

“Public institutions like the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey serve as a critical resource to communities across the nation,” Senator Cory Booker said. “This federal investment will help preserve New Jersey’s diverse culture while showcasing the rich history found throughout Somerset County.”

From its earliest history, Somerset County has grown from an See GRANT, Page 3A

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CALENDAR Fire Department toy drive

December - The 2017 Toy Drive is underway and will run through December 20. Drop boxes have been placed at local business throughout the township to collect a new unwrapped gift for a child in need. All items collected are provided to the Hillsborough Township, Office of Social Services to be distributed to local families.

Boxes are located at the following businesses: Hillsborough Racquet Ball & Fitness Club, Kohl’s, Applebee’s, Century 21 Worden & Green, Amwell Auto & Tire (Firestone), ERA Realty, Staples, IHOP, JK Design, Planet Fitness, Provident Bank, Municipal Building and Hillsborough Fire Co. #2.

For more details you can check in at our web site at www.hillsboroughfireco2.co m.

Clover Hill Reformed Church

The Clover Hill Reformed Church Worship and Sunday School will be at 10 a.m., on First Sunday after Christmas, December 31.

Our sermon; based upon Isaiah 62:1-5, 11-12, 1 Peter 2:9-10, Psalm 98:1, Ephesians 5:18b-20, Hebrews

10:19-25, and Revelation 21:1-5a; will be entitled “Behold I Make All Things New.” The Clover Hill Reformed Church is located at 890 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, in the historic village of Clover Hill. Since 1834 we have been providing worship, education, fellowship and mission opportunities for individuals and families in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties.

For more information, please call 908-369-8451 or visit our website at cloverhillchurch.org.

Battle of Princeton talk Thurs. Jan. 4 - On Thursday, January 4, at 7 p.m., the Historical Society of Princeton will host local author Larry Kidder for a lecture in conjunction with the anniversary of the Battle of Princeton.

The story of Trenton in the American Revolution is much more than just the two battles that preceded, and led to, the Battle of Princeton. The town played several military and political roles throughout the war and, due to its geographic location, became a crossroads of the Revolution.

Author Larry Kidder will examine those roles and how the stories of Trenton and Princeton were closely entwined throughout the war for independence.

Admission is free, but reservations are requested as space is limited: visit princetonhistory.org or call (609) 921-6748 x102.

Oil painting lessons Mon. Jan. 8 - Designed with you in mind, a new series of oil painting lessons

will take place at the Nancy Lloyd Fine Art Gallery.

Located at 1695 Aquetong Road in New Hope, Penn., instructor Nancy Lloyd will provide independent study for all levels.

Students will receive additional attention with a focus on helping the student achieve his or her own goals.

Admission for five lessons is $175. Lessons will be available on Mondays from 6:30-9:30 p.m. between Jan. 8 to Feb. 5; Wednesdays from 6:30-9:30 p.m. between Jan. 10 to Feb. 7; and Thursdays from 2-5 p.m. between Jan. 11 through Feb. 8.

For more information, contact Nancy at nlloyd@nancylloydfineart.co m or 215-693-1354.

Woman’s Club meeting Tues. Jan. 9 - The Woman’s Club of Hillsborough is having their January meeting on Tuesday, January 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Hillsborough Municipal Building in the Community Room.

The guest speaker for the evening is Dr. Daniella Egan, Director of Audiology from the Speech and Hearing Association.

If there are any questions, please contact Carolyn Treffinger at (908) 526-1989.

$5 for children (8 and under) and includes all you can eat pirohi, stuffed cabbage, kielbasa and sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, salad, dessert and beverage.

Each month a special entrée will be specially selected and prepared by St. Mary’s chef John Pagano.

Dinners are held on the second Wednesday of every month throughout the year.

Orders to go are available. For more information contact: St. Mary’s at 908725-0615.

Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County Thurs. Jan. 11 - Want to make a difference in your community? Attend a Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) information session to hear how you can change someone’s life by becoming an LVSC volunteer adult literacy tutor.

LVSC tutor information sessions will be held at the Franklin Township Library, Tuesday, Jan. 9 from 6 to 6:45 p.m.; at the Bridgewater Library on Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 6 to 7 p.m.; and at the Hillsborough Library, Thursday, Jan. 11, from 6 to 7 p.m.

For information, visit www.literacysomerset.org or call 908-725-5430.

Slavic dinner

NJ Devils Hillsborough Night

Wed. Jan. 10 - St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church will sponsor the Slavic Dinner on Wednesday, December 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. The dinner will be held in the St. Mary Parish Center, 1900 Brooks Boulevard, Hillsborough. The cost is $15 for adults (ages 9 and up) and

Sat. Jan. 13 - The “My Town” Series Program, now in it’s fourth year, highlights New Jersey towns during National Hockey League games played at the Prudential Center in Newark.

This is a great event open to all ages. Tickets and Group Packages will be on

sale for township residents who would like to attend.

The Hillsborough Police Department will present the Honor Guard at the beginning of the game. Hillsborough Township will be recognized throughout the game, including a group welcome on the scoreboard.

Following the game, Hillsborough residents will be invited to the ice for a postgame photo! In addition, January 13tis Chico Resch mini-stick night honoring former Devil and current color commentator Glenn “Chico” Resch. The first 9,000 fans in attendance will receive a commemorative mini stick.

Tickets are available for purchase at https://groupmatics.events/event/hillsboroughmytown

Neshanic Garden Club meeting The Neshanic Garden Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, January 25, at the Station House on Olive Street in Neshanic Station.

The program this month will be “Ohhhh, My Aching Back: Gardening Techniques as We Age”, presented by Mary Anne McMillian. Mary Anne is the volunteer program coordinator at Rutgers Gardens, and graduate from the Horticultural Therapy program at the New York Botanic Gardens. She will show specialized techniques that will allow people to continue to garden as they age.

The program will include scaling back, using lower maintenance plants, labor saving techniques and use of adaptive tools, raised beds and containers.

Bring a bag lunch.

Dessert and beverage only will be served at 12:00 p.m.

Prospective members are encouraged to attend.

For further information about club meetings, please contact either club co president, Cathy Heuschkel at 908-359-6881 or Kathy Herrington at 908-3596835. For more information regarding the club, you can visit us at www.neshanicgardenclub.org and like us on Facebook.

2018 Cupid’s Chase

Sat. Feb. 10 - Community Options, Inc. invites runners, walkers, and rollers (baby strollers and wheelchairs) to help make difference in the lives of people with disabilities by participating in their annual Cupid’s Chase 5K. Finisher medals guaranteed while supplies last.

Limited Edition Cupid’s Chase shirts will be first come, first served on race day if you do not register by December 31.

Not a fan of the cold weather?

Instead of bundling up, cuddle up with your sweetheart and support people with disabilities.

Cuddle up for the cause today and become a Virtual Participant.

For more information, please email cupidschase@comop.org.

Basket auction

Fri. March 16 - On Friday, March 16, 2018, Triangle Elementary School will ‘rock down to Electric Avenue’ with their 80’s themed basket auction. The event will take place at the Falcon’s Nest on Falcon Road in Hillsborough.

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Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and ticket prices will be forthcoming, once determined. Approximately 300 guests are expected to attend, and there will be a cash bar. Guests can bring their own light refreshments, and dress to impress with their 80’s style attire.

The event will feature over 250 baskets for auction from local businesses, and national retailers. Past donations have been received by: New Jersey Devils, Super Sundaes, Frank’s Pizza, New York Jets, iHeart Radio, Bentley Jewelers, local hair salons, and more.

All donations will be recognized in the event program, and will be announced by the emcee

and English for Speakers of Other Languages during five weekly sessions.

Upon completion of the training, tutors are matched with an adult learner. They generally meet once a week for tutoring sessions, typically at a local library.

LVSC will offer its winter tutor class on the following consecutive Tuesdays, Jan. 23, Jan. 30, Feb. 6, Feb.13 and Feb. 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the PeopleCare Center in Bridgewater.

For information and to register, visit www.literacysomerset.org.

Alzheimer’s caregiver support group Following the guidelines of the Alzheimer’s Association, the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group is “a safe place for caregivers,

throughout the evening.

Guests can also expect grand prizes and a cash 50/50. The event is sponsored by the Triangle School Home and School Association, and is being chaired by Stephanie Goldberg and Vivian Wallens.

For more information on this event, contact: Stephanie Goldberg at sacarlin@comcast.net or the Triangle HSA at trianglehsa@gmail.com.

Continuing events Become a literacy tutor Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County is recruiting volunteer tutors to teach literacy skills to adult learners. Tutors receive 15 hours of training in basic literacy

family and friends of persons with dementia to meet and develop a mutual support system.” The group meets the first Monday and second Wednesday of each month at the Bridgewater United Methodist Church, 651 Country Club Road, Bridgewater. All are welcome.

ARIS/HMS discount card on sale ARIS/HMS 2017-2018 discount cards are on sale now at a cost of $10 each, with all proceeds going to ARIS and HMS school programs and staff grants.

The card includes reusable discounts from 34 local businesses including ShopRite’s $4 off a $100

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township’s governing body.

Applicants are required to send a letter of application outlining their interest and qualifications to the board’s secretary, Aiman Mahmoud by 1 p.m. on January 12. All applications

We hope you have a healthy and enjoyable summer and look forward to seeing you in September.

Coping with addiction: Parents of Addicted Children helps parents understand and cope with drug problems they are facing, and will face, with their children. Meets first and third Monday of month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Neshanic Reformed Church, 715 Amwell Road.

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The deadline for submissions each week is 3 p.m. on Friday. For details, call 609-874-2163.

boasting historical ties to the heritages of Eastern European, German and Latin American immigrants, as well as a rich link to the lives of African-Americans in the region, officials believe the program will be able to uncover unique artifacts and forgotten stories.

“The preservation of history and the fostering of community are goals of libraries and librarians na-

tionwide,” Director of Operations Lynn Hoffman said. “As we install new media technologies and host digitization days, our community members will be able to contribute their personal memories to the collective memory of Somerset County...For a lifelong library lover like me, this project is a dream come true.”

suburban, Republican towns, then all is lost and there is no future for the Republican Party in New Jersey.”

When the time comes for him to leave Trenton, Ciattarelli will have more time to ponder if he jumps into the U.S. Senate race in 2018 — or not. He says he is in a “fortunate spot” in life, “proud” of his public service and has options in front of him to do other

things, like teaching in col-

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Buy five cards, get one card free.

If you would like to purchase a discount card, please email wenholt@aol.com.

Midweek meals: The Wednesday, Mid-Week Meals held in Asbury Hall, at the United Methodist Church of Bound Brook have started back up. All seniors are invited for a full course meal for the low cost of $4. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a good meal and warm fellowship.

must be sent, care of Mahmoud, to 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.

Though he will no longer serve on the board, Kinst said he was certain in his colleagues’ ability to serve the township and its students well.

“I have confidence in the district’s board members, administrators, teachers and staff who serve the Hillsborough community and parents in educating their students,” he said. “I look forward to observing the board and district’s continued success.”

epicenter of the farming industry to become a diverse community comprised of over 333,000 people, boasting over 8,000 acres of preserved farmland while also being home to powerhouse Fortune 500 companies like Bloomberg, Johnson & Johnson, and Sanofi-Aventis.

With Somerset County

from my doctors,” he said.

In surveying the political landscape, Ciattarelli is open about criticizing his party - having zinged President Donald Trump, and Christie. He famously called then-candidate Trump a “charlatan” and said Christie ought to resign or focus on state issues, rather than stump for Trump nationally.

“I think if you look at my public statements with

regard to Christie and if you look at my voting record with regard to the administration, I think what it shows is someone who always tried to do what he thought was in the best interest of New Jersey and not the party,” he said.

With 2018 looming, Ciattarelli and his party will find themselves shut out of power in state government, where Democrats continue to control both houses of the

Legislature and, once Murphy begins his term in the middle of January, the governor’s office. He believes the state GOP has a future “if we decide to rebuild our foundation.”

“First and foremost, what is it we stand for exactly?” he asked. “We need something that is appealing to everyone. And if we’re going to spend our time spreading the message and campaigning only in white,

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est challenge. And I really believe that’s how she prevailed - she had a sevenyear-head start.”

During his bid for governor, he announced in January that he had been diagnosed with throat cancer, later saying he was free of the disease.

“I mean I wouldn’t have run for governor if I didn’t have a clean bill of health

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After he finished speak-

ing, the three-term law-

maker got up and headed

out of the restaurant. Where

his footprints in the snowcovered

sidewalk

are

headed is something that only Ciattarelli knows.

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AT THE LIBRARY

The Hillsborough Library’s schedule is as follows: Monday through Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday: 1-5 p.m.

The library is looking for reliable teen volunteers to help out at various programs. Community service hours will be awarded to all volunteers at the end of the school year for their attendance and space is limited.

Through the month of December, view the collections of Wayne Mathisen and Judith Snedeker.

SCLSNJ’s Hillsborough Library branch will be closed December 24-25 and December 31-January 1, 2018.

Visit SCLSNJ.org or call 908-369-2200 for information or to register. Program dates and times are subject to change. All programs are free and registration is required unless otherwise indicated.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY MEETING THE HOLY SPIRIT!

Women’s Bible Study will be held at: The Loft Wesleyan Church 121 So. Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ When: 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7pm January to May, 2018 (First Meeting is on January 8) There is No Charge for the Study For more details, visit our website at www.theloftwc.org or call 908-541-0210

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Special events: Getting Ready for PARCC: How to Use Lumos StepUp Library Database - Help your child get ready for the NJ PARCC test. Billy Taylor and Tami Gaines from Lumos Learning will show you how to use the Lumos StepUpâ„¢ library database to prepare for the test. Fri. January 16, 7-8 p.m.

Adult programs (registration required): • Spanish Conversation Group - Native Spanish speakers Rosa Maria Merlo and Alicia Fontana will lead a new Spanish conversation group. Basic knowledge of Spanish is preferable, but all are welcome. Wed. January 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Geeky Grown-Ups Group - Geeky Grown-Ups, otherwise known as adults who are enthusiastic about sci-fi, fantasy, and gaming topics, meet at the Hillsborough branch. Wed. January 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• New Year, New You: Pilates - This mat based exercise class strengthens and tones muscles; improves posture; provides flexibility and balance; and unites body and mind.

Mon. January 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• English Conversation Group - Practice speaking English in a friendly setting. Basic English skills required.

Hosted by The Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County.

Mon. January 8, 7-8:30 p.m.; Wed. January 10, 10-11:30 a.m.

• Your Home, Your Haven: I Own a Home, Now What - The Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) will present a post-purchase program with tips and information for new and existing homeowners. Tues. January 9, 7-8:30 p.m.

• Friends of Hillsborough Library Book Discussion “The Husband’s Secret” by Liane Moriarty Tues. January 9, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

• Ask an Elder Law Attorney - Come learn what elder law attorneys can do for you and what guidance they can give to aging seniors and their family. Wed. January 10, 78 p.m.

• Become a Literacy Tutor: Change a Person’s Life - Attend an information session presented by Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County, and learn more about becoming a literacy tutor. Thurs. January 11, 6-7 p.m.

• Matinee Movie - “Dunkirk”, starring Harry Styles and Tom Hardy. Rated PG-13 for intense war experience and some language. Sat. January 13, 2-4 p.m.

Youth programs (registration required): • STEAM Lab: Robotics Obstacle Course - Get a handson experience as you explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, and Math (STEAM) concepts while gaining 21st century skills. Grades 5-8. Sat. December 30, 2-4 p.m.

• Crafts for Kids - Children will create a fun craft.

Grades 3-5. Tues. January 2, 4:30-5:15 p.m.

• Favorite Characters Storytime: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Kick-Off - Celebrate the launch of 1000 Books Before Kindergarten with songs, a craft, and stories from some of your favorite characters. All ages. Thurs. January 4, 10-11 a.m.

• Storytime: Drop In - Enjoy stories together and build

language skills. All ages. Thurs. January 4, 1-1:20 p.m.

• Teen Advisory Board - Earn community service hours and be the teen voice at the SCLSNJ Hillsborough Library branch. Grades 7-12. Thurs. January 4, 6-7 p.m.

• Reading Buddy - Your child will increase their love of reading while reading aloud with a reading buddy volunteer. Grades K-4. Sat. January 6, 2-4 p.m.

• Monday Morning Playtime - A social time with toys available for play. This program will have different topics of discussion along with recommended resources. This week: Samantha Nunzio, RD from ShopRite. Parents/caregivers with children up to 36 months. Mon. January 8, 1010:45 a.m.

• littleBits Gadgets and Gizmos: Art Spinner - Learn how to create an art spinner and then remix it. Grades 3-6.

Mon. January 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

• Movin Munchkins - Creative movement program for the child and parent/caregiver. Ages 3-6. Thurs. January 11, 10-10:45 a.m.

• The Road to College Success - Learn about the eight intrapersonal competencies that appear to be related to achievement in college (and high school) education and how to enhance them. Grades 7-12 and parents/caregivers.

Thurs. January 11, 7-8 p.m.

Volunteer Opportunities Interested in being a teen volunteer at SCLSNJ’s Hillsborough Library branch? Email hil.teens.scls@gmail.com for an application and additional information. Grades 7-12.

Homework Help Center Mondays and Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m.

January 8 - March 15 The homework help center is available to students in grades 3-12 in all subjects. Drop-in only, no registration needed.

Writing Center Get help with informational and creative writing assignments, proofreading, grammar, spelling, college essay peer review, and midterms/finals writing assignments. The writing center is available to students in grades 3-12. Dropin only, no registration needed. Tuesdays - Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.

Library resources Book A Librarian - Get personalized help with the online catalog, databases, research questions, storytime plans, locating materials, library apps and readers’ advisory. Parents, children and teens can request an appointment at the Youth Services desk by filling out a simple form. All ages.

Bag of Books to Go - You can request, at the Children’s Desk, a bag filled with books related to a theme.

Book Discussion Kits - Do you belong to a book discussion group or would you like to start one? Are you looking for a good book to share and have copies for everyone in your group? Our book discussion kits contain ten books that can be checked out for six weeks.

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HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR CORNER CHAPTER A

CHAPTER B

At our general meeting on January 4, we will start an exciting new year with Chinese Folk Dancers performing.

On February 1, there will be a fashion show.

Trips & Programs We are featuring our wonderful trip to the Golden Isles of Georgia from April 15-21. Guided tour of beautiful and historic sites in Georgia and South Carolina: Jekyll Island tram tour and mansions, Beaufort, St. Simons Island and lighthouse, Savannah with a harbor cruise, theatre show, mansion and museums. Seven days, nine meals. Reservations close Feb. 1. Cost $1,259 double includes gratuities.

Depart from the Hillsborough Municipal Building. at 7:30 a.m.

Tues. Jan. 2 - Book Club will meet at 2 p.m. in the Senior Activity Room. Attendees will share a report of their latest reading.

Thurs. Feb. 22 - Sands Casino in Bethlehem, Penn. Bus pickup local at 10 a.m. Five hour stay. Tickets are $30 and come with $35 for slots. Lunch on your own.

Wed. Mar. 7 - Philadelphia Flower Show - “Wonders of the Waters.” Lunch at Spasso Italian Grill, admission to show. Cost $90. Depart 10:30 a.m.; return approximately 9:30 p.m.

Sat. Mar. 17 - Hunterdon Hills “Irish Show,” a musical.

Show, lunch, desserts. Cost $65. Depart Lowes at 10:30 a.m.

Wed., May 16 - Broadway matinee of “A Bronx Tale” with lunch at Casa di Napoli is filled. We are taking waitlist only. Final payment is due by April 5.

Maritime Canada Coastal Wonders - with all its rugged and pristine beauty. Aug. 22 to Sept. 1, 2018. See Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, Cape Breton, Cabot Trail, Prince Edward Island, Anne of Green Gables, Hopewell Rocks, Bay of Fundy and Lunenburg. This Collette trip includes hometown pickup, airfare Newark to/from Halifax, 10 nights in top hotels, 16 meals. Cost - $3,749, double.

For information on any of our upcoming trips, call Diana Reinhardt at 908-369-4362.

News & Notes All Hillsborough seniors age 60 and older are invited to join Chapter A. Younger spouses of seniors are also eligible for membership. Dues are $5 a year and new members may join at any meeting. Call Dorrie Guarniero at 908-3348091 with questions.

General meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month unless otherwise announced. Executive Board meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted.

On meeting days, doors open at 11:30 a.m., allowing time to review upcoming events and make reservations. Refreshments are available when doors open and after the meeting.

Help our Food Bank by bringing an item to each meeting. The suggestion box is available at each meeting.

Visit us at www.HillsboroughSeniorsChapterA.webs.com.

— Gene Reinhardt Publicity Chairperson

The next monthly meeting will be held Jan. 11, when new members will be welcomed. The doors will open at 10:30 a.m. for members to buy tickets for future trips and other events. You can bring a bag lunch if you want. Coffee and tea will be provided.

At regular meetings, business meetings start at noon.

Doors to the activity room open at 10:45 a.m., while the multi-purpose room will open at 11:30 a.m.

Tickets for all special events will only be sold at monthly meetings before the event. They include the following: spring luncheon, June celebration, June anniversary (every five years), fall luncheon and holiday party.

The next bingo will be held in February. Doors will open at 11:30. Cost is $3.00 for one double card, $5.00 for two; this includes lunch with two hot dogs, chips, a drink, and a dessert, along with prizes and surprises.

If you have a new email address or want to be added to Club B’s email list, see Ralph Fariello at the next meeting.

Activities and Trips December 29: Stony Hill Inn in Hackensack. Year End Celebration. Tickets are $88. Family style lunch, music, dancing, two drink vouchers and more.

Trips in 2018: Save these dates. Signups will take place in January and February with details to follow: Doolan’s, Spring Lake - March 16 Martin Guitar Factory, Nazareth, Penn. - April 24 Ocean City, Md - May 6-8 If you want to bring a friend on any overnight trip, they do not have to be a club member. If any trips are sold out, you may call to add your name to a waiting list. On all trips, you should bring photo ID and health insurance card(s).

Community Events Keep in mind the township’s Mr. Fix-It program, run by the Social Services Department. Minor home repairs can be arranged on Wednesdays between 8 and 11 a.m. for Hillsborough seniors 60 and older. Call 908-369-3880 for details.

Free exercise classes for all ability levels are available to all Hillsborough seniors in the municipal building Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for 45 minutes — right where we hold our meetings. Certified instructors lead classes. Free transportation is available. Call 908-369-3880 for details.

— Chickie Haines Call 908-874-3231 SENIOR ROOM In the Senior Activity Room, shuffleboard, pool table, darts and ping pong are available for all Hillsborough seniors to use in the first and largest area. Cards and games are played in the middle area. Computers are in the third area for your use and enjoyment.

Monday: Knitting, crocheting and needlepoint from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday: Bridge, pinochle and other card games Wednesday: Mah jongg from noon to 4 p.m. Canasta from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Thursday: Bridge from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Friday: Mah jongg from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Legal Notices LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE 2017-21 An Ordinance titled,

“An Ordinance of the Township of Hillsborough, Somerset County, New Jersey, amending the “Redevelopment Plan Belle Mead GSA Depot”, Subsections B “Permitted Principal Uses”, C “Accessory Uses”, E “Area, Yard and Bulk Regulations”, and F Supplementary Regulations”

was re-introduced at a Meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey held on December 12, 2017 and was passed and approved by the said Township Committee at a regular and duly convened meeting held on December 19, 2017.

Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk HB, 1x, 12/29/17 Fee: $20.46 LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE 2017-20 An Ordinance titled, “An Ordinance of the Township of Hillsborough, Somerset County, New Jersey, amending Chapter 188 “Land Use and Development,” Article V “Districts and Standards”, Section 188-113.1 “GA Gateway A District” of the Code of the Township of Hillsborough, by amending Section 113.1 to add new Subsection J “Multifamily Inclusionary Overlay District”

was introduced at a Meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey held on November 8, 2017 and was passed and approved by the said Township Committee at a regular and duly convened meeting held on December 12, 2017.

Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk HB, 1x, 12/29/17 Fee: $21.39 HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION NOTICE OF VACANCY

The Hillsborough Township Board of Education seeks qualified candidates for the position of Board Member. The selected candidate will serve as a member of the Board of Education in an expired term through January 6, 2019. Those individuals interested in being considered for the position must meet all of the following qualifications: 1. Must be a citizen of the United States.

2. Must be a resident of Hillsborough Township and must have been such for at least one year.

3. Must be able to read and write.

4. Must be registered to vote in Hillsborough Township and not disqualified from voting pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:4-1.

5. Cannot concurrently hold office as a member of the governing body of Hillsborough Township Those interested in being considered for the vacancy must submit a letter of application outlining your interest and qualifications for serving on the Board of Education.

Applications must be received in the Board office by 1:00 p.m. on January 12, 2018.

Please submit the application to: Hillsborough Township Board of Education c/o Mr. Aiman Mahmoud, Board Secretary 379 South Branch Road Hillsborough, NJ 08844 The Board has scheduled a public meeting on Monday, January 22,2018 at the Auten Road Intermediate School Cafeteria, 281 Auten Road, to interview and select a candidate.

HB, 1x, 12/29/17 Fee: $30.69 Affidavit: $15.00 TOWNSHIP OF HILLSBOROUGH

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at a regular meeting of the Board of Adjustment of the Township of Hillsborough, Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey.

The subject of the hearing will be John Sudia Application No. BA-17-13, application for Hardship Variance to permit the construction of a new 2-story framed dwelling and 3-car garage. The existing 2-story dwelling and stone driveway are to be demolished. Variances will be required as follows: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

Minimum Lot Width at Setback (Feet) - where 150 feet is required and 119.9 feet is proposed.

Minimum Front Yard Setback - where 75 feet is required and 30 feet is proposed.

Minimum Side Yard Setback - where 30 feet is required and 23.9 feet is proposed.

Maximum Total Impervious Coverage - where 10% is required and 10.93% is proposed.

Lot Area - where 1.5 acres is required and .92 acres is proposed.

Applicant seeks any other waivers or variances that the Board of Adjustment may find necessary at that time, although none other than the above are contemplated at the present time.

This plan is for the site known as Block 145.02, Lot 32 located at 712-714 River Road, Hillsborough, NJ which is located in the RS Zoning District. A copy of the plan and all supporting documents are on file in the office of the Board of Adjustment for public inspection between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. c/o Peter U. Lanfrit, Esq. The Law Office of Peter U. Lanfrit, LLC 3000 Hadley Road, Suite 1C South Plainfield, NJ 07080 ATTORNEY FOR APPLICANT HB, 1x, 12/29/17 Fee: $32.55 Affidavit: $15.00

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DANCING IN THE STREETS 'West Side Story' is one of the great American musicals, and PinnWorth Productions is bringing it to Kelsey

By Anthony Stoeckert Tara Keelen is playing Maria and Mason Kugelman is Tony in PinnWorth Productions’ “West Side Story,” opening at Kelsey Theatre, Jan. 5.

he Sharks and the Jets are at it again, and this time the turf is the Kelsey Theatre stage.

PinnWorth Productions will welcome 2018 with one of the most beloved musicals of all time, “West Side Story,” running for three weekends, Jan. 5-21. The show is a New York City-set adaption of “Romeo and Juliet,” with a gang rivalry standing in for the feud between the Capulets and the Montagues. Its songs feature a legendary score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The show’s book was written by Arthur Laurents.

“West Side Story” centers around the rivalry between the white gang, the Jets, and the Puerto Rican gang, the Sharks, as they fight for control of their neighborhood. As the battle heads toward its boiling point, Tony, a former Jet and best friend of the gang’s leader Riff, falls in love with Maria, sister of Bernardo, leader of the Sharks.

“West Side Story” opened on Broadway in 1957, and ran for almost two years. It won two Tonys, for Jerome Robbins’ choreography and Oliver Smith’s scenic design, and lost Best Musical to “The Music Man.” Following a national tour, it returned to Broadway in 1960, running for about eight months.

Three Broadway revivals followed, most recently, a 2009 staging, directed by Laurents. That version included the Sharks singing songs in Spanish, but PinnWorth will be presenting the original version because of rights issues.

The movie adaptation, released in 1961, starred Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer and Rita Moreno reprising her Broadway role as Anita, Maria’s friend and Bernardo’s girlfriend. It was a box office smash and won 10 Oscars, the most of any movie musical, including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actress for Moreno, and Best Supporting Actor for George Chakiris as Bernardo.

LouJ Stalsworth, PinnWorth’s artistic director and the director of the show, says he has tried before to secure the rights to “West Side Story,” and wants to direct it simply because “it's beautiful.”

“What do you say after it’s beautiful? At that point

Playing the members of the Jet gang are (from left) David Williamson, Evan Krug, and Matthew Snyder.

we’re gilding the lily,” Stalsworth says. “The music!

My gosh, you listen to it and you are moved. And of course, it all goes back to the root work, ‘Romeo and Juliet.’ I do like Shakespeare, I react to it. So here I have beautiful music, a Shakespearean love story, an iconic show and it was time for PinnWorth to do it.”

The show has several legendary songs — “Maria,” “Tonight,” and “America,” among them. One of the actors singing those songs is Mason Kugelman, who’s playing Tony. And this production is serving as a sort of second chance for the actor.

“I have loved ‘West Side Story’ my entire life,” Kugelman says. “I did it over the summer at the Count Basie, but during that run of the show, I had laryngitis and I also had an infection, so I wasn’t able to give the show 100 percent. I want to be able to sing the way I can sing, and now I can sing this role.”

For Kugelman, the best of “West Side Story” is the music.

“Even though I love the story, for this particular telling of ‘Romeo and Juliet,’ I think the music really

makes you feel the connection between the two,” he says. “The music is what makes you feel the entire show.”

Among his favorite songs to sing is the Quintet, based on “Tonight,” which features the Jets, Sharks, and Tony and Maria.

“It’s the only time I get to be on stage with everyone,” Kugelman says.

He does get to sing often with Tara Keelen, who is playing Maria. Kugelman says there was a connection between the two of them from the start.

“I’m really happy because I felt this connection, it was this instant connection,” he says of singing with Keelen. “We sang the ending of ‘Tonight’ for the callback and there was this kind of instant connection where we knew what we were going to say without saying it.”

Other actors in the show include Lorraine C. Perri as Anita; Evan Krug as Riff; and Kevin Albanese as Bernardo.

Also Inside: Getting out for New Year's Eve • Your guide to theater, music, art and more

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HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT

By Anthony Stoeckert

Get Out for New Year’s

N

ew Year’s Eve is the night to reflect and say goodbye to 2017 while heading into 2018 with the optimism of a new start, good fortune, health and bettering ourselves with resolutions we’ll forget by February.

It’s a holiday that often involves parties, but you also can take in a show, or enjoy a festive dinner out, to make the most of the evening. If you’re looking to do something a little different this year on Dec. 31, there are lots of options.

New Year’s marks the end of the holiday season, and it’s also the last night to see some of the Christmas-themed shows being performed at area theaters. Because New Year’s Eve falls on a Sunday, performances this year are matinees, making a show a great option for a family outing on a day that is largely designed around drinking.

McCarter Theatre will perform a 1 p.m. matinee of its annual production of “A Christmas Carol” on Dec. 31. The acclaimed version of Charles Dickens’ story is a Princeton tradition, and features Scrooge, ghosts, and a rousing party at Fezziwig’s. For tickets and information, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609-874-2159.

Bucks County Playhouse is presenting a different take on “A Christmas Carol.” “Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Playhouse Christmas Show” features five actors telling the story of Scrooge and the ghosts who teach him a lesson. It’s filled with laughs and also packs an emotional wallop. It’s short, running under 90 minutes, making it a perfect introduction to theater for kids.

The New Year’s Eve performance starts at 2 p.m. For tickets and information, go to www.bcptheater.org or call 215-862-2121.

The State Theatre has its own New Year’s Eve tradition with its annual “Salute to Vienna” concert. Inspired by the famed New Year’s concerts in Vienna, the performance features operetta, ballroom dance, ballet and, of course, waltz with singers, dancers and a full symphony orchestra.

The concert begins at 6 p.m., in time for a dinner out before ringing in 2018.

The Strauss Symphony of America will provide the music with singers Micaela Oeste (soprano), Tilmann Unger (Tenor) and dancers from Kiev-Aniko Ballet of Ukraine and International Champion Ballroom Dancers.

Tickets cost $55-$125 and are available at www.stnj.org or by calling 732-246-7469.

Villagers Theatre in Somerset is presenting a “Memories of Motown” concert with two shows, a show-only performance at 7 p.m. and a 9:30 p.m. performance featuring the show, buffet and party. Admission for the 7 p.m. performance costs $25. Admission for the second show costs $65 and includes a buffet featuring fried and roasted chicken, string beans, collard greens, mac and cheese, vegetable lasagna, desserts, beverages,coffee and tea, and a champagne toast at midnight. The theater is located at 475 DeMott Lane in Somerset. For reservations, call 732-8732710.

Salt Creek Grille in Plainsboro will mark New Year’s with an alla carte menu, served from 4-10 p.m. Entrees include wild mushroom pappardelle, made with butternut squash, roasted beets, pappardelle, truffled cream sauce and mesquite-grilled baby back ribs. Festive desserts will include an eggnog creme brulee, made with custard and caramelized sugar. There will also be a live band and cover of $25 after 9 p.m.

The music of one of the greatest singers of all time will

be heard when The Rrazz Room presents “Simply Barbra! An Elegant New Year’s Soiree,” beginning at 8 p.m.

Steven Brinberg’s show offers seasonal tunes and beloved Streisand classics. Brinberg has been portraying the legendary superstar for over a decade all over the world.

The Rrazz Room is located at 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Tickets cost $45-$60. For more information, go to www.therrazzroom.com or call 1-888-5961027.

The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey will perform its annual New Year’s Eve concert at Patriots Theatre at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, beginning at 8 p.m. The program will feature Paul Dukas’ “Sorcerer’s Apprentice,” and “Tango” from the movie “Scent of a Woman” as arranged by John Williams and with violin soloist Meichen Barnes. The evening’s festivities will be hosted by WWFM radio personality David Osenberg.

Tickets cost $40-$75; www.capitalphilharmonic.org; 215893-1999.

Comedy lovers have two shows to head to as they say goodbye to 2017. Princeton Catch a Rising Star will present a show with co-headliners Kevin Brown (Dot-Com on “30 Rock”) and Mike Marino. A gala ball will begin at 6 p.m., followed by the show.The club is located at the Hyatt Regency, 102 Carnegie Center Drive in West Windsor. For information on pricing and dinner options, go to www.catcharisingstar.com or call 609-987-8018.

The Stress Factory comedy club in New Brunswick will present its New Year’s Extravaganza with Bret Ernst and Vinnie Brand. There will be a 7:30 p.m. show, costing $59 and a 10:30 p.m., costing $109. For more information, go to www.stressfactory.com or call 732-545-4242.

MOVIE TIMES

Movie and times for the week of Dec. 29 through Jan. 4.

Schedules are subject to change.

HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908-874-8181): Father Figures (reserved recliners) (R) Fri.-Mon. 2:40, 5:20, 8, 10:40; Tues.-Thurs. 2:40, 5:20, 8. Downsizing (luxury recliners, reserved seating) (R) Fri.-Mon. 1:45, 4:45, 7:45, 10:45; Tues.Thurs. 1:45, 4:45, 7:45. Pitch Perfect 3 (PG13) Fri.-Mon. 12:25, 2:50, 5:15, 7:40, 10:05; Tues.-Thurs. 2:50, 5:15, 7:40. The Greatest Showman (reserved recliners) (PG) Fri.-Mon. 12:15, 2:45, 5:15, 7:45, 10:15; Tues.-Thurs. 2:45, 5:15, 7:45. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (PG13) Fri.-Mon. 12, 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45; Tues.-Thurs. 1:30, 4:15, 7. Ferdinand (PG) Fri.-Mon. 12, 2:35,

5:10, 7:45, 10:20; Tues.-Thurs. 2:35, 5:10, 7:45. Star Wars: The Last Jedi (reserved recliners) (PG13) Fri.-Mon. 12:45, 4:05, 7:25, 10:45; Tues.-Thurs. 4:05, 7:25. Star Wars: The Last Jedi (PG13) Fri.-Mon. 12:20, 3:40, 5:20, 7, 8:40, 10:20; Tues.-Thurs.

3:40, 5:20, 7. All the Money in the World (R) Fri.-Mon. 1:35, 4:35, 7:35, 10:35; Tues.-Thurs. 1:35, 4:35, 7:35. Coco (PG13) Fri.-Mon. 12:05, 2:40; Tues.-Thurs. 2:40.

MONTGOMERY CINEMAS (609-924-7444): I, Tonya (R) Fri.-Mon. 1:50, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50; Tues.-Thurs. 1:50, 4:30, 7:10. Darkest Hour (PG13) Fri.-Mon. 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45; Tues.Thurs. 1:30, 4:15, 7. Wonder Wheel (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 4:45 p.m. The Shape of Water (R) Fri.-Mon. 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45;

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Stalsworth has high praise for his Tony and Maria, comparing them to the cast of PinnWorth’s acclaimed 2016 production of “Miss Saigon.” That show’s cast included Lianah Sta Ana, who played Kim, and was then cast as an alternate for the same part in the current Broadway revival of “Miss Saigon.”

“These voices actually blend more beautifully than did our ‘Saigon’ leads,” Stalsworth says. “They are outstanding.”

Stalwsworth says the audition process for “West Side Story” was long because so many people want to do it. After the initial auditions, there were callbacks where eight performers were up for Maria and four competing for Tony. Music director Francois Suhr rotated the actors to team up different Marias and Tonys.

“With Tara and Mason, the first time they paired up, you got that thrilling magical build when you know the harmonies are

perfect, they do what harmonies are supposed to do, they physically move you, they give you a chill,” Stalsworth says. “The two of them sang and the all the creative heads in the room, they made eye contact, they kind of nodded. We continued to give everyone their opportunity to shine, dazzle and have a fair shot. But the two of them, their voices matched.”

He also knew they were right for Kelsey, where, he says, the audience expectation is high in regard to singing.

“At that moment,” Stalsworth says, “we knew we had our show.”

“West Side Story” will be performed at Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, Jan. 5-21. Tickets cost $20; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-5703333.

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PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): Darkest Hour (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1, 4, 7, 9:35; Sun.-Mon. 1, 4, 7; Tues.-Wed. 2:15, 5:15, 8; Thurs. 2:15, 8. The Shape of Water (R) Fri.-Sat. 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:30; Sun.-Mon. 12:45, 3:45, 6:45; Tues.-Thurs. 2, 5, 8. International Cinema Series: Slack Bay (NR) Thurs. 5:30 p.m.

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“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. 31; 11 a.m., 2 p.m. bcptheater.org; 215-862-2121.

“West Side Story,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. PinnWorth Productions presents classic musical inspired by “Romeo and Juliet.” The Sharks and the Jets are preparing to do battle over their small piece of New York’s Upper West Side, while star-crossed lovers Tony and Maria are on a collision course toward tragedy. Famed score by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Arthur Laurents, Jan. 5-21. Tickets cost $20; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333.

“42nd Street,” Music Mountain Theatre, Route 1483 Route 179, Lambertville. Show biz musical favorite about Peggy Sawyer, a talented young performer who comes to New York with stars in her eyes. Broadway director Julian Marsh, gives her a spot in the chorus a show whose star gets injured, giving Peggy her shot at stardom. Featuring the songs “We’re in the Money” and “Lullaby of Broadway,” Jan. 5-21. Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 p.m., 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m.

Tickets cost $22; www.musicmountaintheatre.org; 609-3973337.

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CLASSICAL MUSIC Princeton Society of Musical Amateurs, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, Route 206 at Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. Choral Reading of Gilbert & Sullivan, Trial by Jury & Cox and Box. Members of the community gathered together for the common and joyful enterprise of making music, to sing through for their own pleasure the great works in choral literature, with chorus, orchestra, and soloists as the works require. The meetings are informal readings in which any musically interested person may join the chorus, Jan. 7, choir rehearsal at 3 p.m., reading at 4 p.m. Admission for guests costs $10; www.princetonol.com.

JAZZ, CABARET, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. Tommy Conwell, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown. Acoustic concert, Jan. 6, 9:30 p.m. (7:30 p.m. show is sold out.) $15; www.mancavenj.com; 609-424-3766.

Mammas Marmalade, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell. Classic bluegrass instrumentation (banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar and bass) and acoustic music, ranging from the blues to Old Time, from gypsy jazz to bluegrass, Jan. 6, 8 p.m. www.hopewelltheater.com; 609466-1964.

MUSEUMS

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 Catlett, Glenn Ligon, Sally Mann, William Ranney, Faith Ringgold, William Rush, Kara Walker, Carrie Mae Weems, Charles White, John Wilson, and Hale Woodruff, through

lections from across the country and will reflect Dana’s vision by including painting, textiles, ceramics, and sculptures, through Jan. 28, 2018. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609-924-8144.

GALLERIES

All Aboard for Art Linda Bradshaw’s watercolor of the Hopewell Train Station is on view in the exhibit “The Artists At The Station,” at the Hopewell Valley Bistro and Inn through Jan. 15. The exhibit features works by a group of artists who meet at the station to practice their art. They work on individual projects Tuesday mornings. All artists who wish to work in an open studio environment are welcome. The Hopewell Valley Bistro and Inn is located at 15 E. Broad St., Hopewell. For information, go to www.hopewellvalleybistro.com or call 609-466-9889. For information on the Artists At The Station group, email artistsatthestation@gmail.com.

Jan. 14; “Hold: A Meditation on Black Aesthetics,” During the 1960s, black artists and intellectuals embraced the idea of a black aesthetic as an ideological alternative to Eurocentric notions of beauty and taste. Since then, black aesthetics has served more broadly as a site of convergence across the African diaspora, weaving a history of placelessness and belonging, support and constraint, holding and being held. The works in this exhibition, ranging from the 1950s to the present, embody various ways the aesthetic realm has enabled re-imaginings of blackness, through Feb. 11; “Rouge: Michael Kenna,” photographs by Kenna of the Rouge plant in Dearborn, Michigan, through Feb. 11. Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609-258-3788.

Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Trenton. 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; “Trenton’s Christmas Past,” featuring historical photos of downtown Trenton during the holiday shopping period.

From Trenton Magazine, Curator Karl Flesch has compiled images of advertisements from dozens of Trenton stores with their suggested gift ideas, through Jan. 15. Hours: Wed.Sat. noon to 4 p.m. www.ellarslie.org; 609-989-3632.

Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princeton. “Festival of Trees” holiday tradition sees the museum’s galleries, hallways and porches decorated by local businesses, garden clubs, and non-profit organizations, through Jan. 7; “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 col-

D&R Greenway Land Trust, 1 Preservation Place, Princeton. “Feather & Flight: Juried Exhibit,” celebrating birds, as well as highlighting conservation’s significant role in supporting crucial travel patterns for the 4,000 species that migrate, through Feb. 9; Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.drgreenway.org; 609-924-4646.

Artists’ Gallery, 18 Bridge St., Lambertville. “Memories,” featuring works by lla Podolsky, Joseph Zogorski, Gail Bracegirdle and Debbie Pisacreta. The images apture each artist’s memory of a location, scene or life moment, through Dec. 31. “Naturally Inspired,” 4x4 winter group exhibition. Works by Bill Jersey, Maxine Shore, Beatrice Bork and Joe Kazimierczyk showcasing the great outdoors, Jan. 4-Feb. 4. Opening reception, Jan. 7, 1-4 p.m. Hours: Thurs.-Sun. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. www.lambertvillearts.com.

Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. Artist Ken Wilkie exhibiting his collection of cartoons, including holiday cards he has created over 35 years, through Jan. 3. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fri.Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 609-275-2897.

Princeton University School of Architecture, Princeton University Campus, “ARE WE HUMAN? The Design of the Species: 2 seconds, 2 days, 2 years, 200 years, 200,000 years.” The installation is designed by Andres Jaque and the Office for Political Innovation, an international practice that explores material politics at the intersection of design, research and activism. The entire School of Architecture will be filled with a dense collage of overlapping works by architects, artists, designers, scientists, filmmakers, research groups and think tanks. The effect is a kaleidoscope of artistic, technical, philosophical, theoretical and ethical reflection on the intimate relation between “design” and “human.” It is the first time the exhibition will be shown in the United States, through Jan. 5. soa.princeton.edu/arewehuman.

Artworks, 19 Everett Alley, Trenton. “The Red Dot 10x10 Fundraising Exhibition.” Showcasing more than 200 Trenton-area artists creating works on 10-by-10-inch canvases. Professional and novice artists created works in oil, acrylic, mixed media, photography, pastel, watercolor and more, through Jan. 9; Inaugural Members Show, through Jan. 9. For more information, go to artworkstrenton.org or call 609-394-9436.

Hopewell Valley Bistro and Inn, 5 East Broad St., Hopewell. “The Artists At The Station,” groups show of artists who together at the Hopewell train station to practice their art, through Jan. 15; www.hopewellvalleybistro.com; 609-466-9889.

AUDITIONS

Capital Singers of Trenton is a 100 voice choir founded in 2006. Rehearsals are held twice a month on Sunday evening at Sacred Heart Church, 343 South Broad Street, Trenton. The choir is currently welcoming singers of all voice parts, particularly tenors and basses. For more information, or to schedule a placement hearing, go to www.capitalsingers.org or call 609-434-CST1.

Voices Chorale is an auditioned, semi-professional community chorus with members from central New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. Richard Tang Yuk, Voices Chorale’s Artistic Director, is seeking altos, tenors and basses. Rehearsals are held Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 pm at Music Together, 225 Pennington-Hopewell Road, Hopewell.

Upcoming performances are scheduled in Princeton, March 4 and April 29. For information and to schedule an audition, please email: richardtangyuk@gmail.com. To learn more about the Chorale, please go to www.voiceschorale.org.

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PACKET PICKS Dec. 30 Noon Year’s Eve at Princeton library The Princeton Public Library will host a Noon Years Eve at the library, located at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton.

Too young to stay up until midnight? Join the library for a celebration the day before New Year’s Eve for a countdown to noon. There will be music, dancing and crafts. For children ages 3 and up.

For more information, go to www.princetonlibrary.org or call 609-924-9529.

Hogmanay celebration at Trent House The Trent House Museum in Trenton will present a Hogmanay celebration of the Scottish New Year, beginning at 1 p.m.

Bagpipers will perform outside. George Washington will discuss his time in Trenton. There also will be choral music, hot mulled cider, eggnog and Scottish snacks.

The museum is located at 15 Market St., Trenton. For more information, go to www.williamtrenthouse.org or call 609-989-0087.

Jan. 1 First day hike in Kingston Friends of Princeton Nursery Lands will host a “First Day” hike, noon to 2 p.m. The hike will will begin and end at the Mapleton Preserve/D&R Canal State Park Headquarters at 145 Mapleton Road in Kingston.

The hike will be an easy 1.5mile loop through the Mapleton Preserve. For more information, go to www.fpnl.org or call 609683-0483.

Jan. 4 Film screening at Lawrence library The Lawrence library will present a screening of the 2016 Chinese film, “Soul on a String,” beginning at 6 p.m. as part of its “Foreign and Independent Films at Your Library” series.

After discovering a sacred stone in the mouth of a deer, Taibei, a solitary Tibetan cowboy, embarks on a mission: to bring it back to the holy Mountain of Buddha’s Handprint.

Pursued by black market traders who seek the priceless artifact for themselves, as well as two brothers seeking vengeance for the long-ago death of their father, Taibei's journey will be a long and difficult one.

The film is not rated and will be shown in Tibetan with English subtitles.

The library is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike in Lawrence. To register, call 609-989-6920.

Battle talk at Historical Society The Historical Society of Princeton will host local author Larry Kidder for a lecture in conjunction with the anniversary of the Battle of Princeton, beginning at 7 p.m.

The story of Trenton in the American Revolution is more than just the two battles that led to the Battle of Princeton. The town played several military and political roles throughout the war and became a crossroads of the Revolution. Author Larry Kidder will examine those roles and how the stories of Trenton and Princeton were closely entwined throughout the war for independence.

Copies of the book, “Crossroads of the Revolution: Trenton 1774-1783,” will be available for purchase ($34), with proceeds benefitting the Historical Society of Princeton and the Princeton Battlefield Society. Admission is free. To make a reservation, go to www.princetonhistory.org, or call 609-921-6748, ext. 102.

LOOSE ENDS

Pam Hersh

Here’s to a fun new year Anne Reeves wants to see people put down their phones, connect with each other, and enjoy the experience Has anyone noticed what I have dubbed the “Giving Bench” outside of the headquarters building of Arts Council of Princeton’s Paul Robeson Center for the Arts? For the past couple of weeks, coinciding with the holiday season, a person (or persons) has been leaving all sorts of stuff on the bench — clothes, milk, bread. Anyone can take whatever he or she would like. I have no idea who is doing this, and I would never divulge even if I did know.

I do know that the Giving Bench reflects the creative and giving spirit of my longtime friend Anne Reeves whose heart and soul is the foundation of the Arts Council of Princeton, where she served as its director for 24 years from 1983 until 2004. The Giving Bench inspired me not only to contribute to the stash on the bench, but also to make Reeves the community personality recipient of my annual endof-year question: “In one word, tell me how you would like to describe Princeton in 2018.”

With that characteristic twinkle in her eye and lilt in her voice, she said “fun.”

“We need to be ambassadors of fun,” Reeves said. “It strikes me as though people nowadays seem be having a lot less fun in their daily lives.

All it takes is to simply look up from their phones and tablets, look around at their surroundings, look people in the eye and greet them with a smile.

That would be a big start. Not all fun has to be about possessions and orchestrated activities,” said Anne, who in her role as the arts council’s founding director has been associated, ironically, with some of the community’s most orchestrated events.

She noted, however, that the events in which she was involved were born out of creativity, and thus had an element of surprise and quirkiness, “just plain fun,” she said.

Earlier this year, the Arts Council of Princeton celebrated its 50th birthday and used the occasion to celebrate Anne’s contribution to the organization. Even though the arts council was born in 1967, Reeves was the “founding director,” because the organization had no full-time director when it was first established. Her stamp on the community arts scene was characterized by her creative and whimsical approach to the world around her, and her refusal to put the kibosh on any creative idea, born out of passion.

Although Reeves and the Arts Council are so closely identified with the spring season, thanks to the Communiversity town/gown arts and entertainment festival, I more often think of her during the Christmas/New Year’s season. I worked closely with Reeves on two traditions that no longer are part of the Princeton scene —the Princeton Borough Merchants window decoration contest and Curtain Calls, the

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Anne Reeves (second from right), pictured at the Arts Council of Princeton’s 2016 Dining by Design event. Also pictured, from left, are Veronica OlivaresWeber, Marlyn Zucosky, andSarah Collum Hatfield. community New Year’s Eve party that brought the town and gown communities together to ring out the hold and ring in the new.

Reeves and I were part of group of downtown aficionados that also included then Princeton Borough Mayor Marvin Reed, Historical Society of Princeton Director Gail Stern (sadly deceased), and other town personalities who rotated in and out of the group.

We walked the Central Business District from Moore Street to Bayard Lane and down Witherspoon Street to Paul Robeson Place and judged the window decorations in several different categories. “As judges, we often were freezing cold, we agonized, we debated, but we laughed and had fun,” said Reeves, a resident of Princeton since the mid 1960s.

Curtain Calls was a non-alcoholic town/gown New Year’s Eve festival that went on for a number of “magical” years. “There was nothing like ringing in the New Year with your friends and neighbors who you knew and those who you just met, Reeves said. “It was complicated and exhausting to implement, we never could have done it without the incredible skills of the coordinator Anne Brener [now executive director of the Princeton Adult School]. There were all sorts of challenges, but it the end it was so rewarding — and fun.”

She also reminisced about her close friend and soul mate in fun, the now

File photo by Rebecca Nowalski

Anne Reeves with a work of robotic art at the Arts Council of Princeton’s 2016 Pinot to Picasso fundraiser. deceased and former Princeton Borough Mayor Barbara Sigmund. “We remember Barbara for more than her ‘accomplishments.’ We see her smile, hear her laugh, and recall her irrepressible sense of humor,” Reeves said.

Anne Reeves and Barbara Sigmund’s definition of fun has little connection to self-indulgence, but rather more to do with a relentless crusade to help others.

She mentioned specifically a few of her favorite fun initiatives, such as: ‘Hats For the Homeless,’ when students on campus got together to laugh, de-stress, and knit hats that then are taken to those in need; and the HomeFront partnership that for years has been bringing the children of local

homeless families to the Arts Council each week for a variety of arts experiences and mentoring.

Another interest of hers is the Petey Greene Program, which supplements education in correctional institutions by preparing volunteers, primarily college students, to provide free, quality tutoring and related programming to support the academic achievement of incarcerated people.

“I am also obsessed with . . . the prison system and the Petey Greene Program, where university students provide companionship and tutoring for prisoners,” Reeves said. “It truly is a learning experience in both directions.”

So, let’s toast to a 2018 filled with fun — a la Anne Reeves.

Mark Rosman

Freehold resident seeks life-changing transplant A serious medical issue has made life a challenge for Lynn Kava of Freehold Township, but she has maintained a positive outlook as she searches for a living kidney donor.

Kava, 54, was diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease in 2010.

Biopsies performed in 2010 and 2013 led to a diagnosis of interstitial nephritis, i.e., an inflammation of the spaces between renal tubules.

The inflammation was caused by an auto immune disease known as Sarcoidosis, which is a multi-system disease that causes inflammation of the body and inflammation of the tubules.

In 2014, a decreasing level of kidney function put Kava on a regimen of dialysis that requires her go for the procedure three evenings a week for

two hours and 45 minutes each session. Today, she has one kidney that is non-functioning and one kidney that functions at 14 percent.

For the past two years, Kava, who is a 1981 graduate of East Brunswick High School, has actively been seeking a living kidney donor. For a variety of reasons, no one in her family is a suitable match.

Kava, who works part-time as a school bus aide, is reaching out and attempting to network with anyone who may be able to provide her with a kidney that could mean a healthier life and the end of the dialysis treatments.

She said a paired kidney exchange program offers the prospect of widening the net for a potential donor.

“I was in denial for awhile,” Kava said, recalling the time when the is-

sues manifested themselves. “I managed to stay off dialysis for three years. I don’t want to be on dialysis for the rest of my life. I’m going to be 55. I want to live my life.”

A kidney donor can be male or female, of any ethnicity, and within a wide age range, according to Kava, who has become well educated about issues that affect her health.

She said an individual who donates a kidney to her would undergo a laproscopic procedure, while she would undergo major surgery to complete the transplant.

Kava and I share one thing in common, as I, too, have dealt with a kidney issue for a number of years, although nowhere near the level she deals with every day. Her search for the person who can provide her with

the gift of a healthier life hits close to home for me.

Anyone who would like to reach out to Kava may email me at news@thenewstranscript.com and I will forward those responses to her.

Somewhere out there, the person Kava is searching for is waiting to be identified. It would mean everything to her to find that person and to make the connection that would be the lifechanging moment she is trying so hard to find.

Mark Rosman is a managing editor with Newspaper Media Group. He may be reached by email at news@thenewstranscript.com.

Rotary College Possibilities Night at TCNJ The six Rotary Clubs of Mercer County are hosting a free “Rotary College Possibilities Night” at The College of New Jerseys Brower Student Center, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing, Jan. 11, 7-9 p.m.

The event for high school students and their parents will include the participation of the following schools: TCNJ, Rider, Mercer County Community College, Stockton University,

and Mercer County Technical School.

Presenters will include Kevin Wong, a Princeton University graduate and co-founder of PrepMaven; Give Something Back financial aid and mentoring; Janssen Pharmaceutical; Don Betterton, founder of Bettertoton College Planning; Bill Carter, consultant on the financial aid form; United Way; Andrew Miglione, director of client services from NJ Higher

Education Student Assistance Authority; and Rotary, the largest civic organization in the world. The six local Rotary Clubs each provide scholarships.

The event also will include presentations on “The Importance of Seeking Higher Education Opportunities” and “College Planning, Options and Admissions” (in five parts).

Tables will be outside the hall with

scholarship applications and financial aid information and applications for local colleges and trade schools. There also will be experts available to answers questions and assist in other areas of the college admissions process.

A full house is expected. To register, go to http://community.tcnj.edu/2018RotaryCollegePossibilitiesN ight.

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Catching Barrett’s esophagus early can help prevent cancer

Almost everyone experiences a little acid reflux every now and then.

But when acid reflux is frequent or chronic, it can contribute to more serious digestive disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Barrett’s esophagus.

At University Medical Center of Princeton’s Center for Digestive Health, patients have access to high-quality screening, testing and treatment for common and complex gastrointestinal conditions, including GERD and Barrett’s esophagus.

What is Barrett’s esophagus?

In simplest terms, Barrett’s esophagus is a precancerous condition that is often associated with GERD. In patients with Barrett’s esophagus, the cells in the esophagus change and are replaced by a different type of tissue similar to the lining of the intestine.

If left undiagnosed and untreated, these changes may lead to esophageal cancer.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that Barrett’s esophagus affects between 1.6 to 6.8 percent of Americans.

Are you at risk?

The biggest risk factor for Barrett’s esophagus is GERD, a condition in which the contents of the stomach flow backward into the esophagus. Over time, stomach acid can harm the esophageal lining and cause damage to the cells.

As many as 64 million people living in the United

States have GERD, and up to 15 percent of them will develop Barrett’s esophagus, according to the NIH. Barrett’s esophagus is also more likely to affect men, Caucasians, and individuals over age 50. Obesity, smoking and family history are also risk factors.

How do you know if you have Barrett’s esophagus?

Barrett’s esophagus does not cause any symptoms, but GERD does. The most common symptom of GERD is heartburn, a burning sensation deep in your chest. Other common signs of GERD include: • Problems swallowing or painful swallowing • Sore, raw throat or hoarse voice • Feeling that food is stuck in your throat • Frequent sour or bitter taste of acid, especially when lying down • Burping acid into the mouth • Feeling of choking that may wake you up Doctors can diagnose Barrett’s esophagus through images provided by an upper endoscopy.

During an endoscopy, a slender, flexible tube carrying a light and video camera is passed down the throat into the esophagus. The patient is briefly sedated and normally feels nothing during the five-minute procedure.

Endoscopy is typically recommended for patients who have been taking medication over an extended period of time to control GERD or who have persistent or recurrent heartburn.

vanced diagnostic and treatment techniques for GERD and Barrett’s esophagus including: • Wireless esophageal pH monitoring and impedance pH testing for GERD. • High resolution esophageal manometry measuring function of the lower-esophageal sphincter and muscles of the esophagus.

• Stetta therapy, a miniCan Barrett’s esophagus mally invasive procedure that uses radiofrequency abbe prevented?

You can lower your risk lation to stimulate and the lower for Barrett’s esophagus by strengthen esophageal sphincter, propreventing GERD. Limiting the amount of fatty food you eat, and eating small, frequent meals rather than the traditional three big meals a day can help prevent GERD. Doctors also advise against certain food and drinks that can make GERD worse, such as greasy food, chocolate, coffee, spicy food, tomatoes and alcohol.

A diet rich in fruit, vegetables and vitamins has also been found to decrease the chances of developing Barrett’s esophagus. dergo radiofrequency ablation remain free of Barrett’s esophagus for at least five years. Radiofrequency ablation has also been shown to prevent esophageal cancer in high-risk patients.

Additionally, your doctor may recommend acidsuppressing medications called proton pump inhibitors to prevent further damage.

Dr. Anish A. Sheth How is Barrett’s esophagus treated?

Treatment for Barrett’s esophagus is based on the level of severity. Patients with more advanced disease who have evidence of dysplasia on biopsy will move directly to treatment. Most patients, however, do not have dysplasia and will be followed with periodic endoscopy and biopsy.

For high-risk patients, a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure called radiofrequency ablation, or RFA, uses radio waves to heat and destroy diseased cells from the esophagus before they become cancerous. This outpatient procedure requires moderate sedation and typically takes 15 to 20 minutes. Patients may experience mild chest discomfort for a few days after the procedure, but there are few other side effects.

In most patients, the diseased tissue is replaced by healthy esophageal tissue within three to four weeks time. Studies show that the majority of patients who un-

Talk to your doctor Because Barrett’s esophagus can be diagnosed only by a gastroenterologist, it is best to seek medical advice if you have the risk factors or suffer from GERD. Talk to your doctor, and review your medical and family history. Your doctor may recommend screening for Barrett’s esophagus.

Early detection and treatment can prevent the disease from progressing, and allow you to live a fuller and healthier life.

The Esophageal Program at UMCP provides ad-

viding long-term relief from GERD. • Radiofrequency ablation to remove precancerous cells from the esophagus.

To learn more about UMCP’s Center for Digestive Health or to make an appointment, go to www.princetonhcs.org or call 609-853-7272.

Anish Sheth, M.D., is board certified in gastroenterology. He is Chief of Gastroenterology at UMCP and Co-Medical Director of the UMCP Center for Digestive Health.

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A. There is something for everyone in the greater Princeton area. Personally, I enjoy the outdoors (hiking, fishing, kayaking, biking, golfing). Mercer County’s commitment to the space devoted to parks, trails and waterways make for an exceptional quality of life people who enjoy outdoor activities.

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. What is your specialty in real estate?

A. Several years ago I earned the SRES® (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) designation. Baby boomers like me often are dealing not only their own futures regarding planning for retirement and real estate needs, but that of

their parents and children. The SRES course provided me with all of the tools to help me help seniors who are not sure where to begin. While “aging in place” is preferred, there may come a time when it is no longer a choice. In many cases baby boomers have parents and children with special needs. I have an excellent network of professionals in place to help them make the best choices.

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. What separates you from your competition?

A. My marketing communications background and skills enable me to better position and present my clients properties and help define where the prospective buyers will be coming from, thus maximizing how every marketing dollar is spent to target prospective buyers. On the buy side, I am very straight with my clients about the pros and cons of properties they are considering.

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. What did you do before real estate?

A. I was Owner/President of a marketing communications company for 18 years.

. What is the most challenging/gratifying aspect of what you do?

A. Helping people who need the most help. Firsttime home buyers and Seniors seem to have the most needs.

First time home buyers have many questions every step of the way, and I am happy to lead them. Seniors often do not have a spouse or children living locally to help with a move, so you become family. Trust is a huge part of any transaction, especially when you are dealing with Seniors.

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