2018-07-20 The Cranbury Press

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Area school officials react to reduced standardized testing By Philip Sean Curran Staﬀ Writer

Princeton High School students and their peers around New Jersey will have to take fewer state standardized tests as part of a series of education reforms the Murphy administration announced this week. Those steps also include phasing out the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) exams the state had been giving since 2015 to students in grades three through 11. The exams had been unpopular in Princeton, where large numbers of high school stu-

dents refused to take PARCC the first year it was administered. In measures aimed to take effect for the next school year, the Murphy administration proposed reducing, from six to two, the number of state standardized exams students must take in high school. Two math exams and two English exams would be eliminated, but an algebra test and an English test would remain and be a graduation requirement. Students who fail the tests would have other options to show they are proficient in those subjects, like SAT or ACT scores. The state Department of Edu-

cation also has proposed shortening the length of standardized tests that students in all grades have to take by about 25 percent. The state is also looking to have a quicker turnaround of test results to educators and parents and to reduce the impact of test scores on the evaluation of teachers and principals. “By making a transition in phases, we can ensure a smooth implementation in schools across the state and at the same time maintain compliance with current state and federal requirements,” Gov. Phil Murphy, a critic of PARCC testing, said at a press

conference announcing the steps. “While I would have personally liked to have ditched PARCC on day one, that simply wasn’t feasible. But we are now on a clear path away from it.” “I am not in favor of the high stakes testing and think it’s the correct direction,” Assemblyman Roy Freiman (D-Mercer, Hunterdon, Middlesex and Somerset) said in response to the governor’s announcement. As word spread of what the state had in mind, officials in Cranbury and Princeton reacted with support. Princeton Superintendent of Schools Stephen C.

Cochrane said he applauded the initial recommendations. “I think it makes sense to reduce the number of tests required for graduation, to reduce the time our students are spending on tests and to reduce the weight of tests in terms of teacher evaluation,” he said. “Reducing the length and frequency of assessments allows more time for valuable instruction,” Cranbury Board of Education President Karen Callahan said. “I am glad to see they are continuing to evaluate assessments each year and modify

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Cranbury Arts Council keeps children busy with summer camp By Philip Sean Curran Staﬀ Writer

On a recent Friday morning, Tom Stinson was making his voice loud to get the attention of his students in the summer camp class he was teaching at the Cranbury School. “Nick’s group,” he said to possibly the next batch of future builders who are studying architecture with him in a classroom that has a sign proclaiming, “Safety First, Stay Alert.” Here, young minds were at work, as they have been in classrooms throughout the labyrinthlike school where the Cranbury Arts Council is holding its summer camp for children as old as rising high school freshmen and as young as children entering kindergarten. Like the ages of the campers, courses also run the gamut: from acting to robotics to decorating cupcakes. Cyndy Coppotelli, board secretary of the Cranbury Arts Council, said she contacts camp teachers in the fall to find out what they want to teach and when. “They come up with incred-

ible ideas,” she said. “Sometimes, if they’re not sure or if we have a new teacher, we may offer suggestions or we may brainstorm together.” Now in its 23rd year, the camp offers mostly one-week courses. The day is broken into morning and afternoon sessions so parents have an option of whether they want their children to stay for a half day ending at 11:45 a.m. or a full day ending at 3 p.m. “I think it has steadily grown throughout the years,” camp director Joann Charwin said of enrollment. “This year, we have the most campers we’ve ever had.” Registration, at about 200 children as of last week, goes through the summer, so parents still have time to register their children. Most of the camp teachers also teach at the Cranbury School, so campers from town find themselves taking courses with and being around familiar faces. Stinson, for example, is the industrial arts teacher at the school, while Charwin is the guidance counselor. “They know the school beSee CAMP, Page 9A

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Children from Cranbury get to participate in a number of activities at the summer camp held by the Cranbury Arts Council. Landen Jefferson carefully uses a hot glue gun to build a model tree house as part of an architecture activity.

Sullivan: District has done ‘pretty good job’ minimizing referendum costs

By Philip Sean Curran Staﬀ Writer

The head of the Princeton Public Schools Board of Education pitched the upcoming $129.6 million facilities referendum by telling residents this week the referendum’s proposed tax hike is “not a lot of money.” “We’ve tried to be fiscally responsible,” board President Patrick Sullivan said at a board meeting on July 17. “Yes, there are costs involved with that. You don’t get anything for free in this world, but we’ve done a pretty good job, I think, in minimizing those costs.” The referendum, which is due

to appear on the Election Day ballot on Nov. 6, would raise taxes by $289.30 starting in 2020 on a home assessed at the municipal average of $837,074. “Speaking for myself, and I know it’s always dangerous to say something is not expensive, but a $200 cost, for my two children, is not a lot of money,” Sullivan said. “It’s just not a lot of money.” In 2021, the tax increase will grow by nearly $83 to $372.66, according to figures shown at the meeting. Superintendent of Schools Stephen C. Cochrane sought to expound on Sullivan’s thoughts. He said that in 2020, the cost

comes out to about $34.50 per $100,000 of assessed value. “Not everybody is living in a $1 million home, not everyone is living in the average assessed home of $837,000,” he said. “Many families are actually living well below that mean.” The board still has to “formally vote” in early September to put the referendum on the ballot for Nov. 6, Sullivan said after the meeting. Officials intend to have a twoquestion referendum in which the projects and the costs involved are split. An $82.5 million first question would help officials meet some of

their pressing needs, from building a new school for fifth- and sixth-graders to buying 15 acres of land for office space that could also be used for future needs. A $47 million second question would pay for renovating Princeton High School. Officials have said the first question has to be approved for the second question to have a chance of being approved. If the first question is defeated, the entire referendum would fail. “When a district poses two questions to the public, the way the referendum works is that question two cannot pass on its own,” Scott Downie, a consultant

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for the district, told officials at the board meeting this week. “If question one passes and question two passes, then both can pass. If question two passes, but question one does not, then neither passes.” The high school projects originally were going to be part of a one-question referendum in October, but officials have changed their thinking. Last week, board member Dafna Kendal raised concerns she had about taking a “risk,” in her words, of having a single $129.6 million referendum question “because if it doesn’t pass,

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WHAT’S GOING ON Through July 27

Exhibit. “An Eclectic Assembly of Work in Oil, Water Colour and Acrylic,” featuring the work of Gary David Fournier, will be on display at the Gourgaud Gallery, located in Town Hall, 23-A North Main Street in Cranbury. On his website garydavidfournier. com the artist indicates: “I try to combine impressionism using the frequent and visible brush strokes and canvas texture to emphasize elements of my subjects. I often use color mixing on the canvas rather than the palette and in so doing I am amazed at the affect that often results. Glazing is a new part of my oil and acrylic technique learned recently in a personalized painting class. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my more recent engagement with local art groups discussing and sharing mutual stories of our work and visiting galleries to study a variety of artists and their works.” Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday–Friday; 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 15. The artwork is for sale with 20 percent of each sale going to support the Cranbury Arts Council and its programs. Cash or a check made out to the Cranbury Arts Council is accepted as payment. See www.cran-

buryartscouncil.org.

Fri., July 20

Family Movie: “Sing,” 10 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Watch a movie with the family. Bring a bagged lunch or snack to enjoy with the movie. All ages. Rated PG, 108 minutes. Lego Play, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Join us for Lego fun at the library. Play with other children ages 2-5. Movie: Mamma Mia! at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated PG-13, 110 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30-11 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth–2.5 years & a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.

Sat., July 21

Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Pro-

gram. The event, sponsored by East Windsor Township and funded by $7,000 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. at Disbrow Hill Park (during “Family Night in Park” event). The 2018 Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents, at no cost, can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws. “Family Night in the Park”. Featuring a large screen showing of the movie, “Coco,” which features young Miguel, who despite his family’s generationsold ban on music, dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto dela Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead. After meeting a charming trickster named Hector, they embark on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel’s family history. 7 p.m. at Etra Lake Park, East Windsor. Prior to the start of the movie, there will be inflatable rides, games, and vendors. Rain date is July 22.

Sun., July 22 & Aug. 19

Historical Walking Tours of Cranbury. Participants of the two-hour tour will meet at 2 pm outside the Cranbury Museum at 4 Park Place East off Main Street in Cranbury. A

contribution of $7/person is suggested as a donation to the Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society. The Walk will cover the History and Architecture of Cranbury (founded in 1697) and will include George Washington’s preparation in Dr Stites’ house on Main Street for the Battle of Monmouth in June 1778 which he planned with Alexander Hamilton and the Marquis de Lafayette. To register, please call the Tour Guide, Richard Moody, on 609819-1359.

Mon., July 23

Music Mondays, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Play instruments, learn about rhythm, and sing songs with friends. Ages 2–5. Maker Monday: Sand Art, 2–4 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Sand makes an excellent medium for colorful and unique art projects. Ages 7–12. Nonfiction Book Group will meet at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing The Loyal Son by Daniel Mark Epstein. No registration is necessary and new members are always welcome. Eating Healthy on a Budget will be discussed at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 19, 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Tips on how to buy fruits and vegetables at a low cost, how to plan home meals and save mon-

ey on food commonly consumed at home. Presented by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. Please call the library to register at 609-448-0957. Make It! Monday from 10:30-11:30 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 with a caregiver can drop in during the program to make this week’s craft & stay to play with the library’s toys. Lunch Time Guided Meditation from 12:30-1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2-3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work with this drop-in service. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers). K-6th Grade Tutoring from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at 609-448-1474. #Maker Club from 7-8 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn coding basics & get creative. For ages 9-14. Registration required at www.

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Tue., July 24

Story Time, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2-5. Word Basics, 2:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Learn the basics of creating and formatting documents in Word. Mouse and keyboard skills are essential. Preregistration required. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30-11:15 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome. Beginning Spanish class from 5-6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6-7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7-9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling 609-448-1474. for any of these 3 classes.

Wed., July 25

A Blood Drive will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Sponsored by New Jersey Blood Services. Walk-ins welcome! Classic Movie Matinée: “Rear Window (1954),” 2 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. A wheelchair-bound photographer spies on his neighbors from his apartment window, and becomes convinced one of them has

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POLICE BLOTTER The Hightstown Police Department initiated the following police reports through Sunday, July 15. CDS/DWI arrests On July 15, a 26-year-old woman from Hightstown was arrested for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a field inquiry, on the 300 Block of North Main Street. She was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. Other arrests On July 11, a 28-year-old man from Willingboro was arrested for an active warrant out of Robbinsville Township Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop, on North Main Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked and turned over to the Robbinsville Police Department, in lieu of bail. On July 14, a 20-year-old man from Hightstown was arrested for defiant trespassing and underage consumption of alcohol, during the course of a call for service, on the 100 Block of Main Street. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date.

On July 14, a 22-year-old man from East Wind- booked, issued traffic summonses, and released on her sor was arrested for an active warrant out of East Bruns- own recognizance with a pending court date. wick Municipal Court, during the course of a call for serThe East Windsor Police Department initiated the folvice, on the 100 Block of Main Street. He was transported lowing police reports through Sunday, July 9. to police headquarters, booked, and turned over to the East At 10:21 p.m. on July 5, a 21-year-old man from Brunswick Police Department, in lieu of bail. Morrisville, Penn. was taken into custody and charged On July 14, a 28-year-old man from Hightstown was with possession of under 50 grams of marijuana; possesarrested for an active warrant out of Trenton Municipal sion of drug paraphernalia; possession of controlled danCourt, during the course of a motor vehicle stop, in the gerous substances in a motor vehicle; and maintenance parking lot of the Westerlea Arms apartment complex. He of lamps. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on was transported to police headquarters, booked, issued Endeavor Boulevard after observing a vehicle with a maltraffic summonses, and released on his own recognizance functioning brake light. During the investigation, marijuawith a pending court date. na was located in the vehicle. The driver was arrested and On July 14, a 24-year-old woman from Somerset was later released pending court action. arrested for an active warrant out East Brunswick MuniciAt 11:17 a.m. on July 6, a 23-year-old man from pal Court, during the course of a field inquiry, on the 100 Manville was apprehended by police and charged with Block of Stockton Street. She was transported to police possession of under 50 grams of marijuana; possession of headquarters, booked, and released on her own recognidrug paraphernalia; possession of controlled dangerous zance with a pending court date. substances in a motor vehicle; improper safety glass; and On July 15, a 40-year-old woman from East Windobstructed view. The officer conducted a motor vehicle sor was arrested for an active warrant out of Trenton Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop stop on Hickory Corner Road of after observing a vehicle See BLOTTER, Page 4A on Etra Road. She was transported to police headquarters, 00256889.0217.03x10.18.BeckerNose&Sinus.indd

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By Michele S. Byers

Meet New Jersey’s official reptile, the bog turtle In 1974, reptile researcher Robert Zappalorti captured a female bog turtle in a Sussex County swamp. In keeping with protocols, he marked the turtle by cutting tiny identifying notches on the edge of her shell. After snapping her photo – which became the cover of his guidebook – Zappalorti released the turtle back into the swamp. More than 40 years later, in 2017, the same turtle was found by another researcher, Colin Osborn of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Amazingly, she was still in the same Sussex County swamp! “It just goes to show you that if the habitat is there for them, they will survive,” said Zappalorti, noting that the turtle’s boggy home was permanently preserved during the period between her first and second captures. Unfortunately, good habitat doesn’t exist for all bog turtles. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, bog turtles are endangered in New Jersey. The state’s Endangered and Nongame Species Program estimates that there are fewer than 2,000 in the entire state. But there’s hope for these small, beautiful turtles, which grow to about four inches long and have bright yellow or orange markings on their necks.

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Thanks to an effort launched by Princeton schoolchildren and embraced by local legislators, in June the bog turtle became New Jersey’s official state reptile. The official designation helps raise public awareness of threats to bog turtles – and support for measures to increase their population. The bog turtle originally found by Zappalorti is now estimated to be between 65-70 years old, which makes her the oldest known living bog turtle in the state. Brian Zarate, senior zoologist with the Endangered and Nongame Species Program, isn’t surprised that Zappalorti’s bog turtle didn’t travel far in the 43 years between sightings. “They’re homebodies,” said Zarate. “Bog turtles tend to stay within their little wetland complexes all year round” – feeding, breeding and hibernating. However, he added, many bog turtles are limited in their ability to move around and breed with bog turtles from other populations. “Close to half of the known bog turtle populations are probably isolated,” said Zarate. “That’s saddening.” Roadways are one major barrier, and so are patches of development and non-traversable agricultural fields. Bog turtles are also jeopardized when their swampy habitat becomes contaminated by pollutants, such as motor oil, road salt, fertilizer and other chemicals carried by

stormwater runoff. Not surprisingly, most of New Jersey’s bog turtles are found in rural areas with less roads and development. Sussex and Warren counties are the strongholds, with populations also found in parts of Morris and Hunterdon counties. In southern New Jersey, bog turtles are mainly found in Salem, Gloucester and Burlington counties. According to Zarate, the first step toward restoring bog turtle populations in New Jersey is protecting their habitats. “If we can do a good job at protecting wetlands and protecting the uplands surrounding the wetlands, that’s a primary approach to restoring them,” he said. Removing invasive plants will also improve the habitats. Improving connectivity between swampy habitats will also help. The Endangered and Nongame Species Program is creating safe passage for a population of bog turtles in Monmouth County by building two “turtle tunnels” beneath roads, along with fencing to guide turtles toward the tunnels. Bog turtles lay only one clutch of two to four eggs per year, so another important way to increase their numbers is to protect eggs and hatchlings from predators by placing wire cages around known nests. Thanks to the schoolchildren who helped bog turtles

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Blotter Continued from Page 3A with tinted windows. During the investigation, marijuana was located in the vehicle. The driver was arrested and later released pending court action. Just after midnight on July 7, a 22-year-old man from Waterbury, Conn. was taken into custody and charged with possession of under 50 grams of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; under the influence of controlled dangerous substances; driving under the influence; reckless driving; careless driving; possession of controlled dangerous substances in a motor vehicle; and failure to maintain lane. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route 33 West after observing a vehicle failing to maintain a single lane of travel. While speaking with the driver, he exhibited signs of impairment. During the investigation, marijuana was located in the vehicle and the driver failed field sobriety tests. He was arrested and later released pending court action. After 3 a.m. on July 7, a 22-year-old man from Fort Collins, Colo. was arrested and charged with driving under the influence; reckless driving; careless driving; refusal to submit breath tests; and failure to maintain lane. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route 130 North after observing a vehicle failing to maintain a single lane

of travel. While speaking with the driver, he exhibited signs of intoxication. After failing field sobriety tests, the driver was arrested and later released pending court action. Just after 7:30 p.m. on July 8, a 27-year-old man from Mastic Beach, NY was arrested and charged with possession of under 50 grams of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; possession of controlled dangerous substances in a motor vehicle; and failure to wear a seatbelt. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route R 33 East after observing the driver of a vehicle not wearingC his seatbelt. During the investigation, marijuana and drugu paraphernalia were located in the vehicle. The driver was1 arrested and later released pending court action. u Before 4 p.m. on July 9, a 25-year-old man fromg Camden was arrested and charged with possession of un-t der 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug para-a

phernalia. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on d East Ward Street after observing a vehicle with tinted wina dows. During the investigation, marijuana was located inR the vehicle. A passenger was arrested and transferred to the Mercer County Correctional Center, where he was de-W tained on an outstanding warrant. l

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committed murder. Rated PG. 112 minutes. Ages 15 and up. e Hickory Corner Book - Discussion will be held at - 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory - Corner Branch of the Merd cer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, g East Windsor. The group - will be discussing “Killers d of the Flower Moon” by a David Grann. No registrag tion is required and new members are always well come! m Story Time with Miss n Liz from 10:30-11:15 am at - the Hightstown Memorial e Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children r ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, s songs, rhymes & a craft. g Siblings welcome. #Maker Club, Jr. from 3-4 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn coding basics & get creative with different featured projects each week. For ages 5-8. Registration required at www. mcl.org. Evening Guided Meditation from 8-8:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial

Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Come join us for guided meditation at the end of your day. Leave feeling relaxed & rejuvenated. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.

Thu., July 26

Cuentos en español/ Story Time, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Cuentos y música en español para niños. Edades 2–6. Stories, music, games, and a craft in English and Spanish. Speakers of any language are welcome. Ages 2–6. Scratch Coding for Kids, 1 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Like playing computer games? Learn how to make them yourself! This sixweek class will teach you to use Scratch, an introductory computer program, to design interactive games. Open to ages 9–12. Attendance at all 6 weeks is necessary. Bringing your own laptop is strongly recommended, but those without one can be accommodated

as well. Space is limited. Registration required. Single Stop Federal Benefits assistance will be available from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Representatives from the United Way of Greater Mercer County will assist and screen for federal programs that can help you pay for food, health care, or other living expenses. No registration is necessary. Snakes ‘n’ Scales, 3 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Alligators, turtles, snakes, and more will visit the library. See and learn about different types of scaly creatures. All ages. Improve Your English, 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. In this group for beginners, we’ll work on our written and spoken English, as well as reading. Students should have some knowledge of English already. Preregistration required. Conversational Eng-

CAMPUS CORNER At the University of Rhode Island’s 132nd Commencement on Saturday and Sunday, May 19-20, 2018, about 3,300 undergraduate and 750 graduate students became the University’s newest alumni. The following students from the area graduated from the University of Rhode Island: Kelly E. Falco, of East Windsor, received a Bachelor of Arts, Communication

Studies degree and graduated Summa Cum Laude. Gretchen Lang, of Cranbury, received a Bachelor of Science, Nursing degree. Megan R. McCann, of East Windsor, received a Bachelor of Science, Nursing degree. Izabela Mikulska, of Cranbury, received a Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies degree. ---

Brendan Daly, from East Windsor, a member of the Class of 2019, has been named to the Spring 2018 Dean’s List at Stonehill College. --Kelly Mankowich of East Windsor is among the largest graduating class in UMass Lowell’s history. Mankowich received a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy.

lish as a Second Language at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at 609-448-0957. Bollywood Fusion Dance from 1-2 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn classical & Bollywood dance techniques to perform with popular American songs. This class is led by Sudipta Ghosh, a local dance instructor with 15 years experience in classical Indian & Bollywood dance instruction. For ages 6+ Registration required at www.mcl. org. From Opera to ABBA: Music in Sweden from 3-4 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Explore the history of Sweden’s music & how it relates to culture with the

American Swedish History Museum. For ages 6-10. Registration required at www.mcl.org.

Fri., July 27 Sun., July 29

36th annual QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning. The largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America will feature 100 sport and special shaped hot air balloons taking off twice each day; a live concert series featuring Grammy award winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Andy Grammer, Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Lifehouse and Laurie Berkner. Solberg Airport, Readington. For more information, visit www. balloonfestival.com or call 1-800-468-2479.

Fri., July 27

Movie: “The Greatest Showman” at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated PG, 105 minutes. A small snack will be provided.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30-11 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth–2.5 years & a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.

Sat., July 28

Writers’ Group, 2–5 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Bring five pages of a work-in-progress to discuss. Yoga for Beginners from 10:30 am-12 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn simple and powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. Bring a mat or large towel. Instruction in English by a trained Isha facilitator. Registration suggested at www.mcl.org. Spirituality Insight Session from 3-4 p.m. at

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State Continued from Page 4A become New Jersey’s official state reptile – and to the scientists and researchers working to ensure their long-term survival! Bog turtles are just one of many rare species that benefit from permanent land preservation. Thanks to New Jersey’s dedicated open space preservation fund, we can continue to preserve habitat for our

state’s unique and beautiful threatened and endangered species. For more information on bog turtles, go to www. state.nj.us/dep/fgw/ensp/ pdf/end-thrtened/bogtrtl. pdf and www.conservewildlifenj.org/species/fieldguide/view/Glyptemys%20 muhlenbergii/. To find out about other official New Jersey plants and animals, go to www.

state.nj.us/nj/about/symbols/. And to learn about preserving New Jersey’s land and natural resources, visit the New Jersey Conservation Foundation website at www.njconservation. org or contact me at info@ njconservation.org. Michele S. Byers is executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation in Morristown.

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Mon., July 30

Music Mondays, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Play instruments, learn about rhythm,

and sing songs with friends. Ages 2–5. Maker Monday: DIY Ice Cream, 2–4 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Let’s make a delicious homemade frozen treat. Ages 7–12. Monday Night Book Group: “Down the Nile: Alone in a Fisherman’s Skiff” by Rosemary Mahoney, 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Rosemary Mahoney

Legal Notices MEETING NOTICE To conform with the Sunshine Laws regarding meetings, the Monroe Township Board of Education hereby gives notice that the Board of Education will hold a Public Board of Education Meeting on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at Monroe Township High School, 200 Schoolhouse Road, Monroe Township, New Jersey 08831. Formal action will be taken at this meeting. Respectfully submitted, Michael C. Gorski, CPA Business Administrator/Board Secretary CP, 1x, 8/17/18 Fee: $13.02 Affidavit: $15.00 Borough of Hightstown NOTICE TO BIDDERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Borough of Hightstown will receive bids on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the in the Hightstown Public Works Building, 156 Bank Street, Hightstown, New Jersey 08520 for the Peddie Lake Dam Walking Bridge Replacement. The work includes but is not limited to: furnishing, construction and installation of the walking bridge including concrete foundation repairs to existing structure and electrical conduit for walkway lighting; demolition and removal of sidewalk, railing, walls and other structures as indicated; concrete sidewalks, bulkheads, walls and stairs, railings and handrails, relocation of light fixture, grading and landscaping, and any and all else as indicated in the bidding documents or required to provide a finished project consistent with the needs and intent of the proposed project. Proposals must be submitted to the Borough Clerk, or her representative, not later than Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 11:00 am. Specifications and other bid information, prepared by Carmela Roberts, P.E. of Roberts Engineering Group, LLC, Lippincott Jacobs Consulting Engineers (LJCE) and John Bollard, P.E. have been filed in the office of the Engineer at 1670 Whitehorse-Hamilton Square Road, Hamilton, New Jersey (609-586-1141) and may be obtained during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the cost of $120.00. Checks must be made payable to Roberts Engineering Group, LLC. Bids shall be submitted on the form(s) provided and shall be in accordance with the specifications contained in the Instructions to Bidders and other bidding documents. In order to assure that all potential bidders receive the complete bid documentation, as well as any amendments, modifications or supplements thereto, bid documentation must be obtained only from the Borough Engineer Carmela Roberts, PE of Roberts Engineering Group, LLC, 1670 Whitehorse Hamilton Square Road, Hamilton, NJ 08690 by registering with the Borough Engineer and paying the required documentation fee. Failure to follow this procedure for registration and receipt of documentation in submitting a bid will result in the bid being deemed incomplete, and therefore will be rejected. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of the Local Public Contracts Law, the Prevailing Wage Act, the requirements of P. L. 1975, c.127, and N.J.S.A 10:5-31et seq. and N.JA.C. 17:27-1.1 et seq., Affirmative Action, and all requirements as set forth in the Instructions to Bidders. At the time a bid is submitted, the bidder shall submit a copy of its Business Registration Certificate. Bids must be made on standard proposal forms, in the manner designated and must be received in sealed opaque envelopes, bearing the name and address of the bidder and the name of the project on the outside, addressed to the Borough Clerk, Borough of Hightstown and must be accompanied by a Non-Collusion Affidavit and a bid bond or certified check for not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid, providing that said check or bid bond need not be more than $20,000.00 nor shall not be less than $500.00, and be delivered at the place and on or before the hour named above. Proposals are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.2, et seq., and as such, contractors are exempt from the limitations on making political contributions under that law. Further, for that reason, as well as because of a language in the New Jersey’s Annual Appropriations Act, refusal to disclose campaign contributions otherwise required by N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.2 et seq. and 19:44A-20.5 et seq., will not adversely affect your consideration for award. Pursuant to P.L. 2010 c. 108, a bidder may request that this bid be withdrawn due to a “mistake” on the part of the bidder, as defined in the Law. Otherwise, no bids may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date and time set for the opening of the bids. The Borough reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or accept a bid which, in their judgment, best serves the interest of the Borough. Debra Sopronyi, Borough Clerk WHH, 3x, 7/6/18, 7/13/18, 7/20/18 Fee: $175.77 Affidavit: $15.00

was determined to take a solo trip down the Egyptian Nile in a small boat, even though civil unrest and vexing local traditions conspired to create obstacles every step of the way. Join us for our monthly meeting. Preregistration preferred. Protecting Yourself from the Sun will be discussed at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Local pharmacist Harshav Raval will discuss what to look for in a sunscreen, the difference between waterproof and water resistant sunscreens; learn about types of ultraviolet rays, what SPF means and how to apply correctly. Please call the library to register at 609-448-0957. Make It! Monday from 10:30-11:30 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 with a caregiver can drop in during the program to make this week’s craft & stay to play with the library’s toys. Lunch Time Guided Meditation from 12:30-1 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2-3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills

for school and work with this drop-in service. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers). K-6th Grade Tutoring from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at 609-448-1474. Harry Potter Birthday Party - for ages 1118 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Celebrate Harry Potter with trivia, crafts & snacks. Feel free to come in dressed up! Registration required at www.mcl.org.

Tue., July 31

Story Time, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2-5. Adult Upcycling Craft: Accordion Book Organizer, 6 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Use an old book and its pages to make a cool new organizer. Ages 15 and up. Preregistration required. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30-11:15 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome. Harry Potter Birthday Party - for ages 7-10 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Celebrate Harry Potter with trivia, crafts & snacks. Feel free to come in dressed up! Registration required at www.mcl.org.

Beginning Spanish class from 5-6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6-7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7-9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling 609-448-1474. for any of these 3 classes. Immigration Lawyer Consults from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by phone at 609-448-1474 for a free 15 minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.

Wed., Aug. 1

Representatives from Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo’s Office will be at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to meet with patrons and answer questions. No appointment is necessary. Paper Crafts with Lonie will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a paper crafting workshop to create a card and covered box. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Please call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957. Socrates Café will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Socrates Café is a gathering where participants pose questions, listen to others, raise challenges and con-

sider alternative answers. Background in philosophy not required; no preparation necessary.

Thurs., Aug. 2

Brain Games will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for an interactive presentation on the important topic of brain health. Learn about routine maintenance activities you can do daily to help keep your brain healthy, even as you age. There will also be games and exercises designed to stimulate and exercise different areas of the brain to help increase memory. Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ. Please call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957. Conversational English as a Second Language at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Fri., Aug. 3

Movie: “Jersey Boys” at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated R, 134 min-

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Sat., Aug. 4

Outdoor Flea Market, Craft & Yard Sale. The benefit bargain hunt will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Marty’s Place Senior Dog Sanctuary, 118 Route 526 Allentown (www.martysplace.org). New and used merchandise, crafts, food and fun. Free admission. Familyfriendly. Leashed dogs welcome. Email: info@martysplace.org.

Tues., Aug. 7

Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program. This event, sponsored by East Windsor Township and funded by $7,000 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at East Windsor P.A.L. complex, 30 Airport Road (during National Night Out). The 2018 Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents, at no cost, can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws. National Night Out., This annual fun educational Township event, sponsored by Mayor Janice Mironov and Council Members in conjunction with Chief of Police James Geary, feaA

tures crime watch information, emergency services equipment, music, booths and displays by area groups and businesses with information and giveaways supporting the National Night Out theme. It runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the East Windsor PAL Complex, 30 Airport Road Area community groups and businesses who wish to participate can contact Det. Joseph Gorski at 609-448-5678, ext. 231, or gorski@ewpd.com.

Thurs., Aug. 9

Conversational English as a Second Language at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Fri., Aug. 10

Movie: “Dreamgirls” at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated PG-13, 129 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. No registration is necessary.

Mon., Aug. 13

A program on Children’s Eye Health will be held at 7 p.m. the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor.

August is designated as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! Learn warning signs that may indicate that your child has a vision problem including wandering or crossed eyes, family history, or disinterest in reading. Keeping your children’s eyes safe is a part of maintaining healthy vision, as eye injuries are the leading cause of vision loss in children. Help your child avoid being one of the more than 12 million children who suffer from vision impairment by remembering a few basic safety rules. Presented by Colleen Coleman, MD, board certified in ophthalmology, member of the Medical Staff of Penn Medicine Princeton Health. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Thurs., Aug. 16

Conversational English as a Second Language at 7:00 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Fri., Aug. 17 Drum Circle will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join musician and teacher Jaclyn DiLouie of Mercer ARC to create simple rhythms using hand held drums and various percussion instruments.

No experience required! Drums and instruments provided or feel free to bring your own. No registration is necessary. Movie: “The Post” at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated PG-13, 116 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. No registration is necessary.

Sat., Aug. 18

Elks 1955 Red Cross Blood Drive. The blood drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Elks 1955 Lodge, 110 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Signup online at www.redcrossblood.org/; enter sponsor code: Elks1955 and select your time and donation type. All donors will receive a $5 Amazon gift certificate via email, and a

coupon for a Dunkin Donut coffee and a donut.

Mon., Aug. 20

A Heartfulness Meditation session will be held at 10:00 a.m at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn about heartfulness meditation with yogic transmission. Experience simple yet effective guided relaxation and meditation techniques. Reduces stress, calms your mind and improves your quality of life. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Mystery Book Club will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing Sun Storm by Asa Larsson. New members are always welcome and no registration is necessary.

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Wed., Aug. 22

Adult Craft Circle at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us to create a coffee mug. All supplies provided; ages 14 to adult. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Embroidery Circle will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Whether you are looking to create your first stitch or expand your skills, learn new methods and techniques, or share embroidery art and craft ideas, the Embroidery Circle is open to all skill levels – including absolute beginners. Bring embroidery projects you are working on to share

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Thurs., Aug. 23

Conversational English as a Second Language at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer CountyLibrary System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957.

Friday, Aug. 24

Movie: “All the Money in the World” at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated R, 132 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. No registration is necessary.

Mon., Aug. 27

A Heartfulness Meditation session will be held at 10 a.m at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn about heartfulness meditation with yogic transmission. Experience simple yet ef-

fective guided relaxation and meditation techniques. Reduces stress, calms your mind and improves your quality of life. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Nonfiction Book Group will meet at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing “The Book of Joy” by the Dalai Lama. No registration is necessary and new members are always welcome.

Wed., Aug. 29

Hickory Corner Book Discussion will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing “Everything I Never Told You” by Celeste Ng. No registration is required and new members are always welcome!

Thurs., Sept. 13

erly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents, at no cost, can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws.

Sun., Oct. 21

“A Walk Through Time” house tour. Sponsored by the Hightstown East Windsor Historical Society, 164 N. Main St., Hightstown. 1-5 p.m. Tickets: $25 day of event; $5 children. For more information, visit www.hewhs. com or call 609-448-8388

Continuing events

HEWYBL fall flag football registration open. The league is open to players 4-18 years old. The registration deadline is August 15, and the season will run from early September until early November. Flag football is a great non-contact sport for both boys and girls. Games are played at Hancock Field in East Windsor. HEWYBL flag football typically draws players from Allentown, Cranbury, East Windsor, Hamilton, Hightstown, Millstone, Robbinsville, West Windsor and other surrounding towns. Please register on line at www.HEWYBL.com. Select REGISTER at the upper right-hand corner of the screen and follow the instructions. There is

an early bird discount offered if registered and paid by June 19. A late fee of $20 starts on July 23. Costs for divisions are as follows: freshman (4-5 years old as of August 1, 2018) - $85; sophomore (6-8 years old as of August 1, 2018) - $145; JV (9-11 years old as of August 1, 2018) - $160; varsity (1214 years old as of August 1, 2018) - $160; Sr. Varsity (15-18 years old as of August 1, 2018) - $125. If you have any questions about HEWYBL Flag Football or the upcoming season, please contact Eric Updegraff at hewyblflag@ optimum.net. Spinning Yarns Craft Circle: This club meets the first and third Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Visit the Gambino Room for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome. Read It and Eat It. Cook Book Club: This club takes place the third Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Call the library to reserve a copy of this month’s book or visit www.goodreads.com/topic/ group_folder/264622. Toddler Stay and Play: This event is held Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in the at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Early literacy story time helps prepare children with future reading skills. After singing, reading, and

talking, children ages 1224 months with a caregiver stay and play. Movie Club: This club meets on the third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury Join the lively discussions about movies. Central Jersey Chapter 148 of Korean War Veterans Association: Any veterans who served during the war from June 25, 1950 to July 27, 1953 or who have served in Korea from July 27, 1953 to the current date can join the group that meets at 10 a.m. the second Wednesday of every month (except January, February, March and April) at the Monroe Township Municipal Building. Requirements for membership include paying dues of $25 to the Korean War Veterans Association and a $10 chapter fee per year. The chapter is involved in various functions throughout the year including parades with color guard, flag raisings, Korean War memorial ceremonies, funerals and more. For more information, contact Charles Koppelman at 609-655-3111 or email him at KWVANJ@ yahoo.com. Community dinner: Rise and the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen offer free hot meals at the First Presbyterian Church, 320 N. Main St., Hightstown, on Mondays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and the First United Methodist Church, 187 Stockton St., Hightstown, on Thurs-

days from 4:30 to 6 p.m. All meals are provided free on an unconditional, noquestions-asked basis. Volunteers are welcome. Food Pantry: The Rise Food Pantry is open 52 weeks a year from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and from 5 to 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month. Baby care items, personal products and all nonperishable and perishable food items are needed for local families. The pantry welcomes locally grown fruits and vegetables. Food can be donated directly to the pantry at 225 Franklin St., Hightstown, during operating hours or to the Greater Goods Thrift Store, 114 Rogers Ave., Hightstown. Contact info@rise-community-services.org for more information.

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Camp Continued from Page 1A cause they go to school here,” Charwin said. “They’re comfortable in the building. They know the teachers, but yet, it’s open to other communities as well.” In addition to Cranbury, campers come from Plainsboro, West Windsor and other nearby towns. For parents whose children will enter kindergarten at the Cranbury School, the camp gives their youngsters a preview of what school life is like. Barbara Adams, a camp teacher, is also one of two kindergarten teachers at the school, so some campers might have her come September. “This is like a little pre-

get to know the school, which is wonderful,” Adams said, standing in her classroom. “So it’s not a brand new experience when they come in the first day. It’s not as scary.” “I think a lot of parents of incoming kindergartners like to take the opportunity to give their children a chance to get acclimated to the school,” Coppotelli said. As morning is turning to afternoon, students are working on a production of “Annie Kids,” led by Gary Charwin, husband of Joann and a retired teacher. The two-week program, featuring some 60 campers, is a musical theater workshop that goes from auditioning for parts to performing on

the stage. “It’s all done in two weeks,” he said, not far from where some of his students are practicing their singing. “Across the board, they’re really, really talented kids.” Emilie Strapp, playing the lead role of Annie, said she likes acting and has been coming to Cranbury Arts Council camps for two years. “I just really wanted to be able to sing and to have fun,” Emilie said. Information about the camp can be found at www. cranburyartscouncil.org or by sending email to cranburyartscouncil@gmail. com

has to resubmit its plans for Princeton High School to the state Department of Education for review and approval, and to calculate the state aid share of reimbursement.

“That is why the date is being moved back (from October to November), because we don’t think we’ll have the approval by Aug. 2,” Kendal said on July 18.

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not be used to evaluate teachers, school districts, educational quality, or as a graduation requirement. In 2015, when Murphy’s predecessor, Chris Christie, was in office, large numbers of parents of Princeton High School students opted their children out of taking PARCC. That year, 30 juniors out of 370 took the English exam, according to figures the district released. “While we need to ensure all students in New Jersey are receiving the highest quality education, the PARCC test has become

disruptive in its length and administration, keeping students from doing what they are supposed to be doing when in school: learning,” said Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker (D-Mercer, Hunterdon, Middlesex and Somerset). The state this week talked of moving to a “new generation” of state exams. “Obviously, the challenge is what new assessment is going to be developed and will it align well with the learning goals we have for our students,” Cochrane said.

The only child of the late Ann and Clayton Jacobus, Rich often said his parents treated him so well he wished he had been an orphan! He completed his formal education in Indiana and resided in Princeton until moving to Hammonton in 2003. Rich was a former member of the St. Andrews Presbyterian Church of Princeton. He retired from The Prudential at age 55 and enjoyed many interests and vocations throughout his life, including disc jockey, rock drummer, club manager, lending specialist, classic car broker, auto parts supplier, insurance consultant and political operative. He was a past member of NADA and National Cadillac Club and a current member of the National DeSoto Club as well as the Rolls Royce Owners Club. Rich traced his Dutch ancestry in the USA back to 1654. As per his wishes there was no viewing and no formal funeral service. Interment in Cranbury, NJ. As Rich always said “No one likes to go to a funeral and you can never find a good place to park”! Rich touched the lives of many people and will be deeply missed and never forgotten by many dear friends. Arrangements were under the direction of the A.S. Cole Son & Co. Funeral Home, 22 North Main Street, Cranbury, NJ.

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James Michael Reilly steals the show in ‘The Servant of Two Masters’

night of laughs, romance and deceit were the common themes when The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s ‘The Servant of Two Masters’ came to life on their outdoor stage on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth in Morristown. ‘The Servant of Two Masters,’ originally written

by Carlo Goldini in 1746, was translated and adapted by The Shakespeare Theatre’s own, Bonnie J. Monte in 2010. For the first time since being performed in that original 2010 debut, ‘The Servant of Two Masters,’ offers a hilarious and entertaining show for all in attendance. Set in 18th century Ven-

ice, Italy, Beatrice Risponi (Izzie Steele) disguises herself as her murdered brother, Federigo, to fool Pantalone de Bisognosi (Jay Leibowitz) into gaining his fortune along with his daughter, Clarice (Miranda Rizzolo), who her deceased brother was betrothed to. But, after hearing that Federigo was killed,

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Les Agréments de Musique at Westminster Choir College

n the evening of Sunday, July 15, the Westminster Choir College in Princeton played as the host to the French Baroque concert, ‘Les Agréments de Musique,’ at the Bristol Chapel on the school’s campus. The French Baroque concert has been an annual performance held at the Bristol Chapel every summer since 2013. Led by John Burkhalter (recorders), Minju Lee (harpsichord) and Abigail Chapman (soprano), the group played works from Jean-Baptiste Lully, Élizabeth-Claude Jacquet de La Guerre, Louis-Nicolas Clérambault, Michel L’Affilard and Marc-Antoine Charpentier. The ensemble, which was originally just a duo, came about ten years ago after Burkhalter and Lee met for the first time. “The birth of, ‘Les Agréments De Musique’ took place when Minju and I had the opportunity to meet for the first time,” said Burkhalter. “It was actually at a program that didn’t involve French music at all, but 17th-century Dutch music. We were doing a program that was involved with a lot of mutual friends and colleagues. Our chemistry was just spot-on. We didn’t know much about each other. I had some brief background knowledge of her and she had the same for me, and I knew that she was a very fine harpsi-

chordist and she knew that I knew my way around a recorder. So, there was no agenda other than get together and just playing.” The two were asked to consider playing music that had a very difficult repertoire to it and the average musician couldn’t just sit down and start playing. “It looks very simple and unadventurous on the page, but to bring it to life, you have to have a background in historic performance practice that will allow you to infuse the musical mind with its body,” he said. “And we did this with such ease, that we just looked at each other and said, ‘This is so unbelievable.’ The chemistry is just so perfect for us. So, we thought we should just form an ensemble.” After realizing that they were both interested in playing French Baroque style of music, the two of them were met with the same task the they had recently faced. Would they be able to take on such a harrowing venture of an older style of music? “We got together to read through some pieces, and it was so easy to work with each other,” he said. “French music is just so elusive in terms of modern performance. It looks very uncomplicated on the page, but it is hugely complicated. There’s a poetry and a rhetorical underpinning to the music that you must know to play. I know there

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Minju Lee, left to right, John Burkhalter and Abigail Chapman perform “Les Agrements de Musique” at Westminster Choir College. is a language and a poetry to the music, and Minju is very conscious of the musical language and the musical rhetoric. So, between the two of us, the music just leaps off the page in a felicitous way.” Lee seemed to share the same thoughts as Burkhalter on their undertaking into such a difficult style of music. “We didn’t know each other but we played together, and we didn’t say anything, we just played, and our chemistry was just so good,” she said. “Since that time, we have been working together.” Lee came to America from Korea to study music at Stony Brook University in New York. After hearing someone play the harpsichord, Lee was immediately entranced by the sound. Already knowing how to play the keyboard, the transition over to the harpsichord was pretty easy

for Lee. She eventually changed her major to the instrument and received her master’s degree from Stony Brook. “I was very interested in keyboard music, and once I found out about harpsichord, there was some improvisation, but with my musical composition background, it was very natural for me to change over,” Lee said. Burkhalter and Lee have been playing music together for the last 10 years and performing at the Westminster Choir College for the last six years. But it wasn’t until this year that the duo became a trio. Moving to the area about a year and a half ago with her husband, Abagail Chapman, a singer known for her opera and oratorio style, met Burkhalter through a mutual friend. During the last holiday season, Chapman and

Burkhalter played some French carols together and realized how much harmony they had together. “That was when we sort of knew that we had this chemistry,” Chapman said. “Our ornamentation was in sync and we really enjoyed making music together.” Burkhalter invited Chapman to perform with him and Lee at a music festival this past March, it was there where they created the first-half of what they would play at the Westminster Choir College. “My first performance with them was at the ‘Grounds for Sculpture Early Music Festival’ in March and that’s a twenty to thirty-minute program and we used that for the first half of this program,” she said. “John is such an encyclopedia for this sort of repertoire, he just knew everything that he wanted to pull together to make this program at full-length.” Chapman, who grew up in Maine, has been singing since the time she could talk. Belonging to a Baptist church with her family, Chapman witnessed both of her parents as well as her grandmother sing in the church choir. Her mother sang to her every night before going to sleep and at age four, Chapman started to begin singing back to her mother. By the time she was six years old, Chapman had her own solo in the church choir.

Eventually joining a semi-professional choir that did a mixture of early music and new music, Chapman fell in love with early music. “That continued through college,” Chapman said. “I lived in New York for six years and did a lot of early music there. I moved out to Denver, Colorado, in 2007 and found there is a vibrant and growing scene of early music there.” After going to the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland to get her master’s degree, Chapman made sure to take almost every course revolving around early music. “Every early music thing that I could fit into my schedule, I took,” she said. “I sing other things as well, but I really love being a specialist in early music.” Playing as a trio for the first time at Westminster Choir College, the ensemble made sure that their synchronization was like none other. Burkhalter felt that the community of Princeton is such great home for their ensemble, he would never fail to provide music for them. “I am happy to play music and promote early music activity,” Burkhalter said. “This is a fantastic community for this repertory and as long as I breathe, I am going to put air into my flutes and play music.”

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THINGS TO DO MUSIC CLASSICAL MUSIC Blue Curtain- Iberi Choir, Pettoranello Gardens at Community Park North, Princeton. The Iberi Choir brings Georgian polyphonic singing to Pettoranello Gardens Amphitheater while Lakou Mizik from Haiti will supply the danceable grooves, July 21, 7 p.m., the concert is free and open to the public, info@bluecurtain. org. Daedalus String Quartet, Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall on the Princeton University campus. Program features music by Beethoven, Fred Lerdahl and Joannes Brahms, July 25, 7:30 p.m. Free tickets are available at tickets.princeton.edu one week before the concert. Tickets also will be available at the Richardson Auditorium Box Office at 6:30 p.m. the night of the concert. www.princetonsummerchamberconcerts.org.

Fife & Drum Taptoe Concert Series, Old Barracks Museum, Trenton. The Taptoe recreates a summer evening in 18th century Trenton, when the music and the guard would march through a garrison town signaling the time for the taverns to close their taps and for the soldiers to return to their barracks, July 28, 8 p.m. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $25 for reserved balcony seating with included light refreshments; $10 lawn seating. Advanced tickets are available at www.barracks.org.

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Pantalone promises his daughter’s hand to her true love, Silvio (Russell Sperberg). When Pantalone sees Beatrice disguised as her brother, he believes that it is really him and takes back his agreement to Silvio to honor his original promise to Federigo. Beatrice, who came to Venice for Pantalone’s fortune, was also following her true love, Florindo (Tug Rice), who killed her brother, Federigo, when he disagreed with their relationship. Under the guise of her brother, Beatrice travelled with his servant, Truffaldino (James Michael Reilly), who does not realize her true identity. Truffaldino, who feels mistreated by his master, patiently waits in the town square while Beatrice confronts Pantalone about the promised betrothal of his daughter, Clarice. While waiting outside for Beatrice, Truffaldino sees a struggling porter attempting to carry a luggage trunk. Offering his assistance in hopes of a reward, the trunk’s owner, who turns out to be Florindo, offers Truffaldino a job as his servant when he sees him accompanying no master. Truffaldino, seeing an opportunity to double his profits as well as his portions of food, eagerly accepts the position and the

title of the production is now relevant. Truffaldino has become the servant of two masters. Reilly stole the show with his performance as Truffaldino. Reilly offers humor, wit and spunk in his portrayal of the character and I was drawn in by his ability to connect with the audience. My favorite scene in which I believe Reilly truly showed his acting ability was the opening scene of Act II. Truffaldino is tasked with bringing food to both of his masters. Beatrice and Florindo, who both happen to be staying at the same inn, unbeknownst to each other, are in separate rooms and both require dinner. Truffaldino, who still has not eaten dinner himself, is starving, but must bring food to both of his masters. Going back and forth between both ends of the stage, Truffaldino scurries across the stage between the suspicions of the chef, Brighella (Connor Crew) and his two waiters and maid (Alexander Emond, Benjamin Lang & Abby Carroll). Reilly exhibits such a hilarious depiction of the character. He really brought life to the stage and gave the audience many laughs. Aside from the actors’ performances, director, Doug West, did an excellent job with the production. One of the best parts

of the show, is whenever a character is having a thought. The scene freezes, and they turn their head out to the audience and share their inner monologue. In fast-paced scenes, the actors would jump in and out of them and share their thoughts without missing a beat; the flow of the scene never stopping. Honorable Mentions: Tug Rice as Florindo was one of my favorite parts of the show. Rice’s portrayal of the smug but loving character really came across and made you believe the performance. His hair was also nice, too! Raphael Nash Thompson’s performance of Dottore Lombardi, Silvio’s father, was fun to watch! Though his time on stage was short, Thompson’s performance was very entertaining. From switching from English to Latin many times throughout the play to also providing humorous banter with Leibowitz’s Pantalone, Thompson really brought life to the stage every time he appeared.

‘The Servant of Two Masters,’ continues at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s Outdoor Stage on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth in Morristown until Sunday, July 29. For more information and tickets, go to www. shakespearenj.org; 973408-5600.

Editor’s Note: Erika Rachel can be reached at iloveerikarachel@gmail.com. Her email was incorrectly stated in the Loose Ends column, “A view to cherish in Princeton,” in the July 13 issue of TIME OFF.

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IN THE ARTS by Kelly Giuliano Pets (and Their Humans) tapped into the individual’s psyche

ets - our faithful companions - serve as our attentive counterparts who listen to human conversation without interruption. Pets offer emotional support and contribute to a unique friendship dynamic separate from the reassurance that is offered from human relationships. The difference? Animals can not talk back. One of the contrasts among humans and animals is their inability to communicate and withhold a cohesive discussion. Because the the wiring of both the human brain and the animal brain is phenomenally divergent, in certain

aspects, animals and humans are not equipped to comprehend language as humans naturally can with one another, of course. But what would happen if our pets did begin striking up casual conversations with us, the humans? On July 14, the La Strada Ensemble Theatre showcased its production, “Pets (and Their Humans) at the Jersey Shore Performing Arts Center in Ocean Grove. An emotional comedy written by New Jersey playwright, Mike Sockol, featured a talented local cast who performed for an intimate audience. Pets (and Their Humans) fea-

tured Doug Bollinger, Neptune; Kyle Kimmel, Forked River; Mackenize Klein, Whiting; Payton Klein, Whiting; Izzy Mizell, Jackson; Alexandria Pascucci, East Hanover; Melissa Pascucci, East Hanover; and Rebecca Wycoff, Jackson. In a statement, Sockol said, “I’ve always been fascinated by the ‘human qualities’ within our pets. Their intelligence, their empathy, and their passion make me wonder how much they know and how much they are concealing from us.” The production followed the plot of a widowed man, Brad, who takes comfort in conversing with his fun-loving pet

dog, Titina, and his unusually inquisitive (keep this in mind) cat, Mac. The widowed protagonist routinely and openly speaks with his pets about his personal life. Although Brad is unphased by his unique ability to interact with animals, his new found love interest in the production, Stephanie, of whom he meets in a park, is entirely dumbfounded by what she insisted were glimpses of insanity on Brad’s part. Brad, whose wife was killed by a drunk driver, appears to have not fully recovered from her death. Although Brad has began a new relationship with Stephanie, he can’t help

but fall victim to subtle reminders that his wife - the love of his life - is dead. Brad’s children, Cassie and Barb, are visibly shaken by their mother’s absence, but try to allow Stephanie into their lives. Throughout the production, Brad and Cassie, who also has the ability to speak with her pets, seek guidance and advice from Titina and Mac. Skeptic Stephanie demands Brad prove his abilities to her, asking Brad to converse with her canine, Scout, of which he is successful. The production surrounds more of the straightforward aspects of love, loss and companionship prior to a concluding twist that pushes the theme of the play into another realm of thinking entirely. With little forewarning, toward the play’s conclusion, Titina and Mac admit to one another that they are actually reincarnated family members. Mac is Brad’s grandfather and Titina, of whom, is the dead mother. “The show is not about pets. It is about family,” Sockol said in an interview following the production. “We were trying to build a philosophical and theological aspect of pets as as a recycling device for human souls.” Although there were various subplots that intertwined with the moving parts in this production, Sockol said one of the fundamental proponents available for inspection was Brad’s notion of insanity, which proved to be un-

founded. “We wanted to get people to rethink the family structure,” Sockol said. The philosophical notions offered early on by the feline were questionable, who would often ponder existence. This was the red flag that indicated the animals could have been (and were) a shell containing something greater - a human soul. The pets in the production did not wear animal costumes, but rather, wore clothing and pranced around on four limbs. Humans strategically meowed or barked, and even began panting at the sight of a half-eaten sandwich. Sockol said, “I did not want to disguise the human qualities of pets” and said he wanted to refrain from a “Disney-like” character association of the animals. Transparency throughout the performance was a key component of memorability. Scene changes were apparent and the characters made use of the entire performance space, limiting their time on the stage itself. A number of high-intensity moments were incorporated throughout the production that correlated well with the themes of love, death, and family. Perhaps the most impactful was a scene between Brad, Stephanie and her dog, Scout. After Stephanie demanded Brad prove to her that he could understand animals, Brad had a

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Consolidation debate has returned G reat news. It’s back. Like a zombie, the consolidation controversy has risen from its death declaration a few years ago in Princeton. Once again, consolidation is the source of energetic debate in my life. After Princeton Borough and Princeton Township voted to consolidate on Nov. 8, 2011, I experienced a manic-depressive moment. I was super-thrilled with the YES vote to consolidate and super-depressed over the fact that I was losing my closest companion – consolidation conversation.

For nearly four decades, consolidation provided me with intellectually stimulating, apolitical, and fairly civil (except for a few notable lapses) discussions every week, often every day during election season. Thanks to Chad Goerner, the last mayor of Princeton Township and the key mover and shaker in the movement to consolidate the towns, consolidation talk has returned. Debating consolidation as I sip my coffee in the coffee shops of Princeton has gotten my intellectual juices flowing again-the coffee also helps. And it was over a cup of

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coffee that Chad and I discussed the op-ed he penned two weeks ago on July 8, 2018 in The Star-Ledger that was titled: “I was the last mayor of Princeton Township: Consolidation works and we need to stop being afraid of it (www. nj.com)”. Next week Chad will be filming a New Jersey issues cable television show (Jersey Matters) to debate the topic with another New Jersey consolidation and local and state government expert, Marc Pfeiffer. The show is being taped on Friday, July 20, for airing sometime over the weekend. All the shows are

posted on the Jersey Matters website: http://jerseymatters.com/. Chad, however, is unable to take full credit for the resurgence of the issue. The New Jersey Senate President, Steve Sweeney, unleashed the debate by releasing a report from his Economic and Fiscal Policy Working Group that spoke about the potential that consolidation offers to bring property taxes to more sustainable levels and curb tax rates. Then two prestigious Rutgers University/Bloustein School academics, Marc Pfeiffer, well known among Princetonians for his

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37 years in New Jersey lo- New Jersey municipalical government administra- ties &#8212; especially as tion, and Raphael Caprio, a it relates to school districts professor renowned for his - can result in significant expertise in local and state long-term savings and at government finance, threw the same time it can lead fuel onto the consolidation to better planning and refire. sponsiveness in local govThey published a ernment,” said Chad in his Bloustein white paper op-ed. called: “Size May Not Be Chad draws attention The Issue: An Analysis of to some important considThe Cost of Local Govern- erations concerning consolment and Municipal Size idation and shared services in New Jersey.” This paper that are often left out of the inspired The Star-Ledger conversation. June 22, 2018 article that “For instance, one comwas titled: “Merging 191 munity of 1,500 residents towns won’t fix crushing could have an average costtaxes.” per-capita of $1,500 and a Since the flurry of activ- large community of 10,000 ity surrounding the Janu- residents could have the ary 2017 publication of his same per capita cost. With book on Princeton’s con- no thorough analysis of solidation experience (A actual services provided to Tale of Two Tigers: Princ- residents, it does not prove eton’s Historic Consolida- that a town is equally eftion), Chad had been rela- ficient. If one community tively quiet on the topic. offers superior services, He devoted the past year a police department and/ to his career as a financial or a library for the same analyst for UBS bank and cost, which one is more efto his avocations –writing ficient? another book, painting and “The fact is that consolifarming. But the Sweeney dation has worked, and we report, the Pfeiffer report need to stop being afraid and The Star-Ledger ar- of it… Princeton blazed ticle got Chad Goerner, the the trail with millions in consolidation tiger, to roar annual budgetary savings again. “Consolidation of See LOOSE ENDS, Page 14B

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and the lowest municipal tax growth rate post-consolidation than any neighboring municipality,” he said. “….The unfortunate result of the Pfeiffer/Caprio white paper was misguided headlines about consolidation at a time when New Jersey municipalities and school districts should be considering all options to garner efficiencies in service delivery and control costs….(The paper) broadly determined per capital town costs, (but) left the other side of the equation, service levels, largely unexplored….” said Chad. The consolidation debate first re-emerged in my life on June 23, the day after The Star-Ledger article questioning the value of consolidation. The location was the

last place I ever anticipated such a discussion – the memorial service reception honoring former Princeton Township Mayor James Floyd Sr., who died a month ago at the age of 96. With the live jazz music of internationally renowned trombonist, Wycliffe Gordon in the background, I reminisced with other longtime Princetonians about the incredible legacy of Jim Floyd, who was the first black man elected to political office in Princeton Township and a passionate community leader in the area of social justice, affordable housing, diversity, neighborhood and historic preservation, education – and consolidation. “Jim was a visionary in a lot of areas – including the value of consolidation of the borough and the township,” Chad said.

“I am really happy that he lived long enough to witness the successful consolidation of the two communities to which he was so deeply committed.” Another Jim aficionado – also named Jim, retired land use attorney Jim Britt - asked me when the town was going to name something after Jim Floyd to celebrate not only what he did but also inspire others to do the same. Jim Britt suggested renaming the Community Park School the James Floyd Sr. Elementary School. Thinking more broadly as a way to touch all the students in the district, I suggest Jim Floyd’s name be attached to the high school, where I first heard the incredible music of Wycliffe Gordon, who performed at the high school thanks to Wycliffe’s good friend – James Floyd, Sr.

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disturbing conversation with Scout. Scout revealed to Brad that Stephanie abuses her, while an unconsolable Stephanie admits her faults. Sockol said the goal was to “tap into the emotions” of those who were in attendance. “I get particularly perverse pleasure when people cry,” Sockol said. “The audience is a critical component of the entire piece.” The goal for Pets (and Their Humans) is to redefine the family dynamic, Sockol said, and explore the endless potential of an animal’s mind he said poses human qualities. Sockol compared the ability to speak with animals to children who have imaginary friends. He said he wanted to explore the same component of playfulness in his script.

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Doug Bollinger, left, as Brad speaks to his cat, Scout, played by Mackenzie Klein.

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Michelle Kerekes, LPC, LCADC

Postpartum Depression Common, Treatable

abies are considered bundles of joy. Why then do so many new mothers experience feelings of sadness and anxiety after giving birth? The answer is complicated, but one thing is clear – it is not because of something a mother does or does not do. What is also clear is that these feelings are common. In fact, an estimated 1 in 9 women experience symptoms of postpartum depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Help, however, is available. Most new moms experience mild feelings of unhappiness, worry and fatigue in the days after giving birth. These feelings, commonly referred to as the Baby Blues, tend to resolve on their own within a week or two. Postpartum depression, on the other hand, is characterized by extreme feelings of sadness and anxiety that interfere with a woman’s ability to take care of herself or her family. Unlike the Baby Blues, symptoms of postpartum depression typically do not resolve on their own and require treatment. Symptoms can occur up to one year after having a baby, but most often start within one to three weeks after childbirth and may include feeling sad, hopeless, empty or overwhelmed; crying more often than usual for no apparent reason; inability to sleep; loss of interest in activities; appetite changes;

withdrawing and isolating behavior; trouble finding emotional attachment; and low libido. When a mother’s ability to function is so impaired that she cannot care for herself or her baby or she cannot be the mother she wants to be, it is time to seek help. It is important to note that postpartum depression is different from postpartum psychosis, which is rare, occurring in 1 to 2 of every 1,000 childbirths. Symptoms of postpartum psychosis typically occur suddenly and include hallucinations, delusions and disorganized thoughts. Postpartum psychosis is a medical emergency, requiring immediate treatment. There is no single cause of postpartum depression, though it is likely triggered by a combination of factors including sleep deprivation, physical discomfort and hormones. In the hours after childbirth, estrogen and progesterone levels drop rapidly. This sudden decrease in hormones leads to chemical changes in the brain that can cause depression. Risk factors include symptoms of depression during or after a previous pregnancy; personal or family history of depression or other mental illness; giving birth at younger than 25 years; stressful life events during or after pregnancy; lack of a strong emotional support system; intimate partner violence or sexual abuse; and unwanted pregnancy. The first line of treat-

ment is to discuss symptoms with your OB/GYN. Sometimes medication alone is enough to stabilize your mood and relieve symptoms. In many cases, mental health counseling and talk therapy are also used in combination with medication to treat postpartum depression. Though postpartum depression can’t be prevented, women can eat a healthy diet; exercise regularly as your body allows; try to sleep when the baby is sleeping; take 10 minutes each day for yourself; see your doctor as scheduled and be honest about the feelings you are experiencing; and ask for help. The Women’s Program at Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health offers specialized treatment to help women overcome postpartum depression and build skills to process emotions, thoughts and behaviors. The program teaches skills for mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. Treatment is available at Princeton House’s outpatient centers in Princeton, Hamilton, North Brunswick, Moorestown and Eatontown. For more information, visit www.princetonhouse. orgor call 888-437-1610. Michelle Kerekes, L.P.C., L.C.A.D.C., is a licensed professional counselor and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor. She is a senior primary therapist with Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health.

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Hopewell Resident’s Concussion Reveals a Tumor That Leads to Awake Brain Surgery at Capital Health One morning in November 2017, Kate Watson was straightening up her house in nearby Hopewell Township, NJ. By late afternoon, she was considering awake brain surgery to remove a large tumor compressing critical brain areas. If you were to draw a picture of what an MRI revealed inside 61-year-old Kate Watson’s brain back in November 2017, you would make a chubby, peanut-shaped object, about the size of a lemon, a little to the left of the center of her head. Kate’s tumor was large, and it resided in the left frontal temporal area of the brain known as Broca’s, which is responsible for speech production, and Wernicke’s area, which controls comprehension. She was already showing signs of its impact when she came into the hospital for a concussion. She was confusing her words. “I had hit my head, and I told my friend that I didn’t feel a dent, but I was seeing straws instead of stars” Kate says. Dr. Navid Redjal, director of Neurosurgical Oncology at the Capital Health Center for Neuro-Oncology, part of its Capital Institute for Neurosciences, explained that the tumor appeared to originate in the covering of the brain known as the dura. The tumor had compressed, and possibly infiltrated, critical speech areas of the brain. Although the tumor did not appear to originate from the center of the brain, it didn’t mean it wasn’t dangerous or even potentially deadly. “In the brain, the tolerances are small, the space is small, and anything that gets bigger can cause significant difficulties,” he says. “What matters is how the tumor is behaving.” While the idea of an awake surgery can be unnerving to some people, Kate didn’t hesitate to choose it when the doctors presented her with options. “They said, ‘We can do traditional surgery, or we can do an awake craniotomy.’ I said, ‘Awake surgery. That’s what we’re doing,’ It was my immediate response. I knew I wanted to be awake and to give feedback during the surgery. I also had total faith in my team of doctors because I had seen their work before when a family friend needed surgery. Dr. Redjal and his team are so human. You can feel the compassion,” she says. “They had already gone way beyond the call. They were advocating for me well beyond the operating room.” Dr. Redjal underscores his belief that the procedure was the best way to tackle the tumor without impacting brain function, specifically Kate’s speech. “With the awake craniotomy, we are able to constantly monitor her speech while at the same time removing as much of the tumor as possible,” he explains. While there are some aspects of the surgery Kate doesn’t remember, she recalls each medical person in the operating room introducing themselves to her by name, explaining the role they would play during the surgery and how they would interact with each other. In the case of an awake craniotomy, the team includes the neurosurgeon, the neuro monitoring team, the neuro-anesthesiologist, the surgical physician assistant, and the OR nurse, all of whom play crucial roles during the surgery while they work to ensure that the patient’s brain function remains intact throughout. Neurosurgeons at Capital Health have tools, such as advanced brain mapping and intra-operative neuro-navigation, that allow them to stimulate areas of the brain while the patient is awake and create a map of areas that should be avoided during surgical resection. After they properly numbed the area they would be operating on and provided the necessary level of anesthesia to keep her sedated but not unconscious, doctors put Kate under a tent with a nurse who would speak to her throughout the surgery and ask her questions when feedback was necessary to guide the surgeon. “She asked me things, like ‘What can you do with a shirt?’ Apparently, I gave a whole paragraph on dry cleaning and properly hanging up clothes,” says Kate. From a medical standpoint, the purpose of keeping Kate awake and asking her questions that required that kind of response was to monitor her brain as they operated. “We can monitor cranial nerves, for example, when the patient is asleep, but speech is a very complex function that requires multiple different systems, and to really assess it, the patient has to be awake,” Dr. Redjal explains. “It provides us with real-time feedback and helps us gauge how aggressive we’re going to be in terms of resection. It helps us avoid permanently damaging the brain while we’re trying to cut away the tumor.” Kate went home with her sister about 36 hours after her awake craniotomy. While she struggled for the first five months to follow some of the instructions to help her brain heal—avoiding reading for long stretches of time or really exercising the brain too rigorously—her overall prognosis is good. Less than six months from surgery, Kate is back to work and is avidly writing and reading again, building a nonprofit to assist US Servicewomen in their transition from the military to civilian life. She feels grateful for the concussion that initially brought her into Capital Health in November and resulted in life-altering surgery. Kate says, “It’s not enough to simply put ice on that concussion! I’m so grateful that a bump on the head led me to my Capital Health neuro-family. I can’t say enough for this wonderful community hospital; care, compassion and advocacy extraordinaire!” To learn more about Capital Health’s Center for Neuro-Oncology, visit capitalneuro.org.

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45 Tudor lane lawrenCe IMPRESSIVE Townhome is in the highly sought after Lawrence Twp. 3 BR, 2.5 bath unit. Gleaming hrdwd fls in the living & dining rooms & the stainless steel appliance package! Many recent updates!! MLS# 7214281 $215,000 609-586-1400

175 pleasanT Valley rd. TiTusVille 8 BR, 6.5-bath converted 1790’s Dutch barn with every imaginable amenity. A historic backdrop, a convenient location w/sweeping views of an enchanted forest from multiple balconies & patios. MLS# 7197746 $3,488,000 609-737-1500

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