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Primary candidates to square off in the polls next week

By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Hopewell Valley voters will go to the polls next week to choose candidates for an assortment of elected offices - from the municipal level to the federal level - in the Democratic and Republican party primary elections.

The polling places will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 5.

In Hopewell Borough, a writein campaign is under way for the two Borough Council seats held

by Borough Council members Debra Lehman, a Democrat, and Shelby Tewell, who is a Republican.

Lehman and Tewell have

chosen not to seek re-election, so Samara McAuliffe and Debra Stuhler are organizing a write-in campaign for the Democratic Party nomination. They each need 12 write-in votes to secure the nomination.

No one filed a petition to run in the Republican or Democratic party primaries for Hopewell Borough Council, which led to the write-in campaign.

In Hopewell Township, Township Committee member Julie Blake is running unopposed for the Democratic Party nomination for Township Committee, and Anatoly “Tony” Lesenskyj is seeking the Republican Party nomination.

In Pennington Borough, Borough Council member Deborah L. Gnatt and newcomer Elizabeth Semple Rosenblatt are running for the Democratic Party nomination for Borough Council.

Borough Council member Joseph Lawver is not seeking re-election.

The Republican Party is not fielding candidates for Pennington Borough Council.

Democrats and Republicans will choose between two candidates for the nomination for the U.S. Senate seat held by Senator Robert Menendez.

Menendez, who is running on the regular Democratic Party ticket, is being challenged in the primary by Lisa A. McCormick,

who is running on the Democrats for Change ticket.

Two men are seeking the Republican Party nomination for U.S. Senate - Bob Hugin, who is running on the regular Republican Party ticket, and Brian D. Goldberg, who is running on the Mercer County MAGA Republicans ticket.

In the 12th Congressional District, U.S. Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman is running unopposed in the Democratic Party primary and Daryl Kipnis is running unopposed in the Republican Party primary.

At the state level, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson is seeking the Democratic

Party nomination to run for an unexpired term in the 15th Legislative District.

Tracy R. Sinatra is running for the Republican Party nomination for the Assembly seat in the 15th Legislative District.

At the Mercer County Board of Chosen Freeholders, incumbent Freeholders Ann M. Cannon, Pat Colavita Jr. and Samuel T. Frisby Sr. are running unopposed for the Democratic Party nomination.

Republicans Michael Silvestri, Mary R. Walker and Andrew Curcio are running unopposed for their party’s nomination to run for the Mercer County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

Three-day event inspires area residents to unplug, appreciate nature

By Samantha Brandbergh Correspondent

Hopewell and Pennington residents of all ages will be encouraged to step away from their screens and enjoy the great outdoors through Hopewell Valley Come Outside and Play (HVCOP) from June 7 to 9.

This year, HVCOP has partnered with over a dozen organizations to bring interactive activities for community members to enjoy, allowing them to explore the creeks, ponds, mountains and trails that the area has to offer.

Organized by the Hopewell Valley Municipal Alliance and Hopewell Valley’s Backyard, HVCOP has been a yearly event since 2010, and allows schools and local organizations to come together and discuss the importance of nature and spending time outside.

Hopewell Valley Municipal Alliance coordinator and HVCOP main organizer Heidi Kahme said that the event was partially inspired by literature.

In 2009, students in the Hopewell Valley Regional School District (HVRSD) read Richard Louv’s book entitled “Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder.”

The messages within the book, Kahme said, rang true to people today.

“It discusses the benefits of kids being outside, and how — with screens and video games and the fear of ‘stranger danger’ — kids can’t play freely outside anymore,” she said.

The HVRSD staff invited the Municipal Alliance to assist in planning the event, Kahme said.

The Alliance organizes similar events such as Hopewell Valley Night Off — a night in March where no homework is given, no meetings are planned and family time is recommended.

“When I was brought into the conversation, they said, ‘Heidi, you guys do Hopewell Valley Night Off, what if we did one day where the whole community just got outside?’ And I thought, ‘Oh, that’s kind of cool,’” she said.

Before HVCOP officially begins on Thursday, June 7, three preview activities will be provided to the community on Saturday, June 2 — National Trails Day — and Sunday, June 3.

These previews, such as hiking in Mercer Meadows, yoga in the Thompson Preserve and “rejuvenating” the trails on Baldpate Mountain, will center around the trails that wind through the Hopewell-Pennington area.

The activities on Thursday, June 7 range from seeing the homes of wild animals at the Mercer County Wildlife Center to examining organisms at the Washington Crossing State Park pond.

Residents could also opt for a fun weekend with the Adventure Guides Family Cabin Camp at Camp Mason in Hardwick, New Jersey, which runs from Friday, June 8 to Sunday, June 10. Community members can participate in boating, an outdoor climbing tower, archery lessons, hiking, apple cider making, pretzel making and more.

“One of our partners is the Hopewell Valley YMCA, and each year they do an annual Family Camp Out,” Kahme said. “The CEO approached me and said, ‘I know it’s not in Hopewell, but we’re certainly encouraging families to get outside.’”

The community can expect to be transported back to the 1860s during the Old Time Baseball game taking place on Saturday, June 9.

The event will aim to replicate a 19th century baseball game, complete with a reproduction of the uniforms and equipment of that time. After the professional old time game, members of the public are also welcome to participate in a game from 1 to 3

Photos by Scott Friedman

Living memory Members of the 6th Regiment Colored Troops Reenactors set up camp at the Hopewell Museum to celebrate Memorial Day. The reenactment was part of the museum’s Hopewell Valley Heritage Weekend, which featured a number of events from area organizations.

Above, John Buck, of Hopewell, checks out a Civil War-era American flag. Right, Alfonzo McCray talks with Kathy Fedorko, of Hopewell, about equipment Union soldiers had at their disposal. Below, Chuck Monroe takes his place.

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SpringFest 5K. The Central NJ Let Me Run teams will be hosting their second annual SpringFest 5k at Hopewell Elementary School. The race starts at 8:15 a.m. Come support the 100 LMR boys from the local elementary schools.

Sign up at bit.ly/LMRCNJ5k.

For more information, contact laurasj@letmerun. org.

Sat., June 9

Hopewell Borough Block Party. The popular annual community-wide block party will be held June 9 and finds both visitors and locals gathering to enjoy great music, food and camaraderie centered in the garden at 2 West Broad Street. We have two great bands this year - Castle Lane and the Jersey Corn Pickers. One of the highly anticipated events of the year; this adults-only gathering is an opportunity to gather “Under the Stars” with friends and neighbors. Proceeds from the event are donated to to local community charities.

Tickets may be purchased online at www.hopewellblockparty.org Questions? Send an e-mail to Hopewell_Blockparty@ comcast.net.

Sun., June 10

Farmland bike event. The Flemington Jewish Community Center is hosting its first-ever Farmland Ride cycling event on Sunday, June 10.

Participants will enjoy one of three picturesque routes through Hunterdon County’s farmlands, including an easy, slightly undulating 15-mile route, perfect for beginner riders, a hillier, more challenging 30-mile route, suitable for intermediate riders, or the challenging 60-mile ride, which includes hillier and steeper grades for the more experienced rider.

Rest stops along the route will offer snacks, drinks, and fresh fruit.

Capping off the ride will be an awesome lunch prepared by the Bluefish Grill of Flemington. V5 Cycles, Flemington, will provide Support and Gear (SAG).

All riders who register for the event before May 15 will also receive an event T-shirt with the logo of the ride on the front.

Parking for riders will be accessible at the Robert Hunter Elementary School, 8 Dayton Road, or at the Raritan Township Municipal Building, 1 Municipal Drive. Check-in on the day of the event will begin at 7 a.m. For more information and to register online, visit www.bikereg.com/farmland-ride.

Tues. June 12

Book club: Kitchen Literacy. Join NOFA-NJ and Brick Farm Market for a discussion on Kitchen Literacy by Ann Vileisis. It is the story of how we have lost knowledge of where food comes from and why we need to gain it back. Visit www.nofanj. org.

Sun., June 24

MAKING VIRTUAL IMPRESSIONS Many dental and orthodontic patients are familiar with the need to take “impressions” in order to make exact replicas of their teeth and surrounding tissues. These models are then utilized to create crowns, dentures, clear aligners (used for orthodontic treatment), etc. While traditional impressions involve the use of trays filled with impression material that must be allowed to set, there is an alternative method of creating impressions that affords patients far more comfort. “ITero” scans use an intraoral image sensor to create highly accurate 3-D images of patients’ teeth and bites, from which Invisalign aligners and other orthodontic appliances can be fabricated. This optically assisted laser technology offers patients more comfort and enables the orthodontist to take faster impressions.

Most young patients have never had impressions before, and some may be nervous about the procedure. Parents need to explain to their child that impressions do not hurt, and they shouldn’t worry about having them taken. The benefit of braces goes beyond just esthetics. Straight teeth help you more effectively bite, chew, and even speak. They contribute to healthy teeth and gums and are easier to brush, clean, and floss!

To schedule a free orthodontic consultation, please call the office of MARK W. McDONOUGH, DMD, LLC. at 609-730-1414.

We are located at 245 South Main Street (next to Toll Gate Grammar School), Pennington.

P.S. The iTero optical impression system used to record topographical images of teeth and oral tissue can allow patients to visualize orthodontic treatment outcomes.

Community Campout. Hopewell Borough, in partnership with D&R Greenway Land Trust, invites the community to the Hopewell Community Campout at St. Michaels Farm Preserve on Saturday, June 23, into Sunday, June 24, in the field in front of the Charles Evans Overlook. Registration can be made online at www. drgreenway.org or via hard copy obtained at Hopewell Borough Hall. Please make checks payable to D&R Greenway Land Trust.

Send completed forms to Hopewell Community Campout 2018, c/o D&R Greenway, One Preservation Place, Princeton, NJ 08540. Advance (non-refundable) $45 registration must accompany each application. Full details about

the campout and registration can be found atwww. drgreenway.org/events/ campout.

Continuing events

Hopewell Valley Soccer Association registration open Registration is now open for the Spring 2018 season of the Hopewell Valley Soccer Association, a recreational program for players of all skill levels. We are open to boys and girls from 3-years-old through the eighth grade.

Visit hvsasoccer.org for more details.

Register now for Tai Chi Sometimes referred to as “meditation in motion,” Tai Chi is a low impact weight-bearing exercise known for its ability to improve overall health and well-being.

Participants report greater balance, flexibility, strength and a sense of well-being along with relief of fatigue, stiffness and stress reduction.

A beginner’s class will start Monday, April 2, at 4:30 p.m. for 10 weeks in St. Matthew’s Church, Pennington. An intermediate class will follow each week at 5:30 p.m.

For more information, or to register, call Bev Tucker at 609-737-1384 or e-mail taichibev92@gmail. com Community Closet clothing The Hopewell Community Closet has reopened and has fall and winter fashions for all ages and sizes newborn to 3X. There’s something for everyone — men, women and children — for a freewill donation or free to those who are financially struggling.

Shop hours are Saturdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m.

The Hopewell Community Closet is in Burton Hall of the Hopewell United Methodist Church in Hopewell Borough.

Donations of gently used clothing, shoes and handbags are accepted at business hours.

The mission of the Hopewell Community Closet is to provide access to free or low-cost clothing to struggling individuals and families.

This ongoing outreach is operated by the United Methodist Women of Hopewell United Methodist Church. The freewill donations support UMW missions.

The church is at 20 Blackwell Ave. More information is available at www. hopewellmethodist.org.

Heirloom blanket on

sale The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hopewell Fire Department is selling a oneof-a-kind heirloom blanket featuring nine historic sites in Hopewell. It is available in four colors: cranberry, hunter green, duke blue and black on a natural background. The blanket measures 48 by 68 inches and includes a brief history of each landmark shown on the blanket. The cost is only $40 each.

The landmarks are St. Michael’s Orphanage (1898), Old School Baptist Church (1715), Hopewell Academy (1756), Hopewell House (circa 1700), John Hart Monument (1865), Hopewell Fire Department (1911), Pierson/Gantz residence (1891), chocolate factory (circa 1900) and railroad station (1882).

Blankets can be purchased by calling Mary Anne Van Doren at 609466-3060 or emailing hopewellblanket@gmail. com. Supplies are limited.

Proceeds support the auxiliary.

One Spirit Yoga One Spirit Yoga returns to the train station at 9 a.m. on Wednesday mornings from October through May. Bring a yoga mat, a beach towel as well as any other props you like to use and wear stretchable clothing.

This class is open to the public and all levels are welcome. Come out and practice yoga to calm your mind, relax your body and restore your spirit.

For questions, email Nancy McCormack at mccormackne@comcast. net or call 609-333-1188.

Adopt-a-Flag Program The Pennington Parks & Recreation Commission is seeking donations to purchase flags to display along Main St. and Delaware Ave. during the months of May through September.

The flags cost $42 and can be purchased as a donation on behalf of someone special or in memory of a loved one. The commission will send a letter of acknowledgment to the person whom the flag was purchased for noting the name of the donor and reason for the donation.

Donors will also be acknowledged in the local newspapers and at borough hall. To Adopt a Flag, pick up a form at Borough Hall or go to www.penningtonboro.org/Adopt_a_Flag. pdf.

For further information, contact Annemarie Hofacker via e-mail at amhofacker@gmail.com.

Mahjongg Thursdays in Hopewell

Beginners and experienced players alike can come down to the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, located at 201 Washington CrossingPennington Rd. in Titusville, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. on Thursdays for weekly Mahjongg.

New players are encouraged to attend and shadow experienced players. Entrance is free, but pre-registration is required for firsttime players.

For more information, 609-737-0605, ext. 668.

Grief support group meets Group and individual grief support and Biblical counseling are offered in day and evening hours at Calvary Baptist Church, 3 West Broad St., Hopewell,

by Joseph A. Immordino Jr., a Walk of Faith counseling ministry. Call 609466-1880 or 609-209-6046 or email info@calvarybaptisthopewell.com.

The website is www.

CalvaryBaptistHopewell. com or www.AWalkofFaith.net. Registration is appreciated. collection Postcard group Formed in 1972 to encourage interest in postcard collecting, the Washington Crossing Card (Postcard) Collector Club meets at the Union Fire Company, 1396 River Road (Route 29), Titusville. (Parking and entrance are in the rear of the fire house). The program is preceded by a bourse and followed by an auction.

Meetings are usually the second Monday of the month at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 to let the collectors and dealers buy and sell or just examine. In all instances, see www.wc4postcards. org for a list of the lots. For information, call Betty at 215-598-7534 or Carol at 609-737-3555.

Stamp club posts schedule Coryell’s Ferry Stamp Club is open to anybody interested in stamp collecting and related subjects.

In August the group meets socially at homes. Monthly meetings are on the first and third Mondays.

On the first Monday of any month, the site is the Deats Building, 122 Main St., Flemington. On the third Monday of the month, the site is The Crossing United Methodist Church, 1896 Wrightown Road, Washington Crossing, Pa. For information, call 215-598-7534 or 908-8067883.

Join Girl Scouts Girls in grades kindergarten through 12 will make new friends and have new experiences and op-

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portunities in art, science, nature and community service when they join Girl Scouts.

For information, go to gscsnj.org/join or email hvgsinfo@gmail.com with contact information.

Auxiliary meetings slated The Hopewell Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the firehouse, South Greenwood and Columbia avenues, Hopewell.

New members are welcome. Contact membership Chairwoman Mary Anne Van Doren at 466-3060 for more information.

Post 339 meetings, events Hopewell Valley American Legion Post 339 meetings and events are held at 19C Model Ave., Hopewell Borough.

Noel Singer is commander. For information, call the American Legion Office at 609-466-0316.

Alzheimer caregiver groups Those with a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia disorder, an Alzheimer’s Association support group can offer an opportunity to find out more about community resources and learn from others who are going through similar experiences.

Support groups meet monthly. To find out what groups are meeting in the Greater Mercer County area, call the helpline at 800-272-3900 or visit www.alz.org/nj.

Artists gather at railroad station Artists gather to paint and draw at the Hopewell Railroad Station on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This is time to practice with other artists. There is no fee. Bring art supplies and projects. There are tables and chairs to use.

Contact Lucia Stout Huebner at grassfedbeef@ gmail.com to be put on the email list or call 609-4660277.

Join Cub Pack 1776 Cub Scout Pack 1776 of Titusville invites boys in grades one to five to join the pack. Learn to tie knots, shoot an arrow, build a birdhouse, make and race derby cars and go on hikes.

To learn more about the programs, email Cubmaster Joe Gribbins at gribbons@ comcast.net or call at 3091962.

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Running group combats toxic masculinity through 5K run

By Samantha Brandbergh Correspondent

On the blacktop of Hopewell Elementary School, Jay Petrillo writes on his clipboard, greeting the boys who arrive with their backpacks and water bottles, ready for the threemile run ahead of them.

Petrillo is a coach for Hopewell Elementary’s Let Me Run team, which will have their second annual 5K run on June 2. The team is part of Let Me Run, an organization whose goal is to promote physical and emotional health for boys in 4th through 8th grade.

The nonprofit, which is now active in 30 states plus D.C., was founded in 2009 by Ashley Armistead of Charlotte, North Carolina, according to a press release. A runner herself and a mom of two boys, Armistead grew tired of those around her dismissing negative behavior as the “boys will be boys” mentality.

To fight this, Armistead reached out to Harvard Medical School professor and author of “Real Boys” William Pollack, who assisted her in jumpstarting what would become Let Me Run, according to officials.

Petrillo said he started in the program as “an excuse to run,” but realized the organization was more

than just a running group.

“I fell in love with the lessons and tools that we’re teaching the boys,” he said.

Each practice begins with the day’s “words to live by.” This time, it’s “success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.”

In Central New Jersey, there are currently 12 local schools that have Let Me Run teams, including four in the Hopewell-Pennington area.

In the fall of 2012, the first Hopewell team was established after a similar program, Girls on the Run, was brought to the area by Laura Smelas-Jackson, the Let Me Run Central New Jersey Regional Director.

“When we were looking for a program to start at Hopewell Elementary, she was the first [person] I went to and asked, ‘Hey, what do you think about this?’” Program Coordinator Michelle Brennan said.

Brennan and SmelasJackson both have two sons — 8 and 12, and 17 and 20 — and wanted to spread the positive message Let Me Run provides.

“The curriculum is so strong, it’s very dynamic for the boys,” Smelas-Jackson said. “They’re training for a 5k, but also learning how to be a good friend and [how] it’s okay to have more than one emotion.”

Brennan added that the curriculum of the program encourages the boys to embrace who they are as individuals.

“I think this is the perfect time to spread this message,” she said. “Helping us give the boys the tools and the knowledge in order for them to be the best version of themselves only helps all the women who are also in their lives — their sisters, their mothers, their future partners, their friends — to understand them and give them the skills they need to form meaningful relationships.”

In the age of “locker room talk” and the #MeToo movement, the press release said, those involved with Let Me Run hope to set a positive example for the future generation.

As mothers, SmelasJackson and Brennan hope that their sons don’t feed into the “be a man” message males of all ages are susceptible to.

“I would ask [my son], ‘how many times were you told ‘stop crying’ or ‘suck it up?’” Brennan said. “They hear it all the time. We want to be part of the group that breaks that pattern.”

For Petrillo, he grew up hearing positive messages surrounding masculinity, and hopes to pass that on to the boys he coaches.

“I hope [the boys] con-

Photo by Samantha Brandbergh

Let Me Run coach Jay Petrillo speaks with his team members outside Hopewell Elementary School as they prepare for their second annual 5K run on June 2. tinue to use these lessons and the advice that we give through life and spread it out to other boys too,” he said.

According to an independent study from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, the Let Me Run program “significantly improves boys’ attitudes and behaviors associated with healthy masculinity, increases boys’ vigorous physical activity levels, reduces boys’ screen time on school days and increases boys’ social competence.”

“By the end of the season, they’re much more of a team; they’re supportive of

each other, they get along better,” Petrillo said. “I’ve also seen a change in my own son and how he deals with conflicts and things outside of Let Me Run, and I can see that he’s picked up on some things.”

For Brennan and Smelas-Jackson, one of the most rewarding moments came from an e-mail from a mother whose son, despite his physical challenges and Autism diagnosis, wanted to join the team.

“The season was tough for him,” Brennan said, and the boy fell during the race. With the remainder of the boys wondering where

their teammate was, the group went out to find their “missing link.” 45 minutes later, Brennan said, the boys turned the corner with their teammate and finished the race together.

“The most fulfilling moments aren’t the times a boy crosses a finish line, it’s about the bonds that you see them make in the team,” she said.

The Let Me Run program costs $120 for seven weeks of training and includes the 5k run cost.

Scholarships are available.

The 5k run on June 2 is open to the public.

Two residents seek write-in votes for Borough Council

By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Two Hopewell Borough residents have launched a write-in campaign for the two available seats on Hopewell Borough Council, after borough council members Debra Lehman and Shelby Tewell opted not to seek re-election.

Lehman is a Democrat and Tewell is a Republican.

Since there was not enough time to file to be listed on the June 5 primary election ballot on the Democratic Party ticket, Deb Stuhler and Samara McAuliffe are conducting a writ-in campaign for the nominations.

The June 5 primary election ballot does not list any candidates for the two borough council seats because no one had turned in a nominating petition by the filing deadline.

Hopewell Borough Council President Schuyler Morehouse, who is a Republican, said that no one had stepped forward to run for borough council on the Republican Party ticket.

A “We have learned that if there is a Democratic candidate, there simply is no point in running. Fortunately, we are a close-knit group [on borough council] and party politics plays a small part in the decisions we make,” Morehouse said.

Mayor Paul Anzano, who is a Democrat, said that when he learned that no one had filed for the two Borough Council seats, he spoke to other Democrats in Hopewell Borough.

“We spoke about who may be interested, who has the experience and who has the background in the borough. We identified two people - Deb Stuhler and Samara McAuliffe - who were interested in serving,” Mayor Anzano said.

“At this late date, the only way to do that is through a write-in campaign. They need 12 writein votes [to become candidates],” Mayor Anzano said.

McAuliffe grew up in Hopewell Borough and Hopewell Township, and moved back to Hopewell Borouogh in 2004. She is a human resources adviser for a Hopewell Borough advisory firm.

McAuliffe has also volunteered in many capacities. She was the secretary to the Hopewell Harvest Fair board in 2011 and 2016, and now serves on the leadership team for Mercer County Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.

She also served as the Hopewell Borough Democratic Municipal chair from 2012 to 2014, and as the treasurer of the Hopewell

Valley Democratic Club a post from which she has stepped down to run for Borough Council.

“I grew up in the Hopewell Valley and I am lucky to be raising my son and daughter here,” McAuliffe said. “With a few breaks here and there, Hopewell has always been my home.’

“My children and this community are my priority. I can’t think of a better place to raise my family, so keeping Hopewell Borough safe, welcoming and affordable for them and all my neighbors is why I am seeking a place on the ballot,” she said.

Stuhler has lived in Hopewell Borough since 2002. She is a project manager at Merrill Lynch/Bank of America, where she has worked for the past 20 years.

Stuhler volunteered with the Hopewell Harvest Fair, and served as the board president for four years.

She also chaired the celebrations marking the 125th anniversary of Hopewell Borough. She has served on the Hopewell Valley Education Foundation.

Along with other volunteers, Stuhler started the Hopewell Block Party in 2006, which is an annual community gathering that

said.

According to Watson, the farm has been organizing the Old Time Baseball games for 32 years; the two teams involve the farm’s interns and volunteers — The Hogs — and members of the public — The Bulls.

In this vintage version, broomsticks will replace bats and bags of flour will replace the bases.

“It’s the kind of stuff you’d have if you had a pick-up game out in the country,” Watson said.

Overall, Kahme hopes the community learns to “appreciate” time spent outdoors.

“Living in a community that has so many open spaces, it makes sense to underscore that importance of being aware of what the community has in our own backyard.”

For a full list of activities, visit https://bit. ly/2INRT4E. Registration is required for some activities; most activities are at no cost and open to all ages unless specified.

Play Continued from Page 1A p.m., which will include the sport’s early rules.

Howell Living History Farm, a facility of the Mercer County Park Commission, is the sponsor for the event, and Director Pete Watson said the game will give the public a feel for how baseball has evolved over the years.

“It’s a lot of fun, everyone gets to do something that they wouldn’t normally do, which is being involved in something that happened in the past,” he

helps to strengthen rela- to live, make friends and continue Hopewell’s traditionships within Hopewell watch our children grow,” tion of being a welcoming, Stuhler said.

Borough.

“We want to make our nurturing and walkable “Samara and I both love this town. This community town an even better place to has been a wonderful place live, raise our families and town,” she said.

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New Jersey Department of Transportation Division of Procurement Bureau of Construction Services 1035 Parkway Avenue PO Box 600 Trenton, NJ 08625 CP, HVN, 5/25/18, 6/1/18, 6/8/18 Fee: $267.84

Hopewell Township needs to adapt to thrive To the editor:

Hopewell Township Committee supporters use simplesounding arguments. They say that the township committee works hard (mostly true); are volunteers (nearly true, they receive a small, taxable salary); that the township will be healthier by meeting its affordable housing obligations (unquestionably true); and that the affordable housing alternatives were too expensive or impractical (almost certainly not true).

When asked last week at the township committee meeting to detail what alternatives the administration considered, and how they estimated all of the long and shortterm costs, the Kuchinski-Blake administration refused to answer the questions.

If we had proposed satisfying our mandate only with 100 percent affordable housing, the courts likely would have balked. South Brunswick proposed only 100 percent affordable units, and the court rejected that.

But what if we had proposed 100 percent affordable housing in only one or two locations? That idea would have resulted in far fewer market-rate units, which is the real driver of higher taxes, school burdens, and monstrous traffic jams. My concerns are with the proposed 2,881 market-rate units, not with the mandate for affordable housing.

Well, the Kuchinki-Blake administration claimed that would be too expensive. Hopewell Township would have had to pay a huge sewer-infrastructure bill.

It turns out that the law has something to say about that.

I am not a lawyer, but I can read. In So. Burl. Co. NAACP v Mount Laurel, 92 NJ 158 (1983) (Mount Laurel II), the Supreme Court of NJ wrote that “municipalities and all governmental agencies having jurisdiction over affordable housing development projects have an affirmative obligation to reduce cost-generative measures that impede the production of affordable housing in the housing region in question.”

What does that mean for Hopewell Township? Does it mean that we must provide reasonable sewer connection and user fees and eliminate sewer reservation fees? Those who believe that the current township committee struck a great deal fail to acknowledge the potential obligations that a 4:1 ratio of market-rate homes to affordable may require.

ELSA appears to have sufficient capacity. However, their aging sewer system has substantial infiltration. In other words, when it rains, lots of water seeps into their system. Would we be responsible for improving their existing infrastructure? Do the members of the committee know all of this? Yes! Their own resolution 18-178 quotes the legal language that I cited above.

The committee signed contracts with developers without explaining the ramifications to the community. As John Hart has famously stated, “the horse is now out of the barn.” There’s no going back. I believe, however, that we are entitled to a detailed explanation. What alternatives did the township committee investigate? What investigations did they conduct? Did they examine each alternative’s long-term impact on township budgets?

These are the same questions posed two weeks ago. I will continue to ask them until I receive a satisfactory response.

At its May 14 meeting, the Hopewell Township Committee held a preliminary discussion to talk about the possibility of permitting alcohol in township parks during a small number of community-wide events. The discussion examined how and whether such event permits could be granted in a way that safeguards our community while allowing our neighbors and visitors to have a beer or some wine while enjoying the outdoors together. The committee opted to gather more information, so no decisions were made.

I see the community events and festivals that could be permitted as outstanding opportunities to advertise all that we enjoy here in Hopewell Township.

Our great combination of suburban and rural, our schools, our location and more is not unique to us, and while we stand with our fellow towns on most issues, we are also in competition with them. Jobs and businesses that don’t come here go somewhere else, and with them goes the chance to employ our own closer to home and keep our resident tax burden low. We don’t have to keep losing those benefits, unless we as a community are unwilling to adapt.

Change is not something to be shouted down. Being static in a dynamic world is not a point of pride. Cries of traffic, taxes, the environment, property values and schools aren’t reasons to halt our adaptation, they are concerns to solve in keeping our township relevant.

I know we can meet those concerns because I’ve seen the dedication of both our Township Committee and the residents who continue to make their voices heard.

Our affordable housing commitment is an opportunity for us as a community to step up, but the continued talk from some of our neighbors advocating the building of 100 percent affordable housing over a market-rate combination makes me wonder if those residents have forgotten what community means.

Communities ready for tomorrow know a paycheck’s size does not determine your value as a person. They know that where you start in life has no bearing on your contribution, and it stands with everyone who wants to make Hopewell Township a better place, whether you are called “doctor” or “your honor,” “mom” or “dad.”

They know great schools don’t just happen. Parents are involved and residents are generous, whether or not they have kids. We all want Hopewell Valley schools to produce top employees, job creators and innovators who will remember their start here and their community’s care for them, perpetuating a virtuous cycle to keep our community strong.

Neighbors, keep your voices heard, but keep in mind that our community is and will be great because when the need for change comes, as it has now, our residents will ask what we can do to make talented residents and job-creating businesses looking for a place to settle and contribute see that the “turning point of the revolution” is ready for its own turning point in the evolution of what a prosperous community looks like today and in the decades to come.

Cheryl Edwards Hopewell Township

Andrew Borders Hopewell Township

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received from Bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.2 via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. 6/7/18 downloaded, and publicly opened and read, in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08625; for:

Long-Life Pavement Markings Contract, Central - 2017; Routes: US 1, US 1 BUS, 18, 22, 29, 33, 70, 78, 122, 129, 195, 440 and 524; Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset and Warren (South of Route 57) Counties Federal Project No: STP-D00S(075) DP No: 17435 Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Specifically, the contractor, sub recipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 26 in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the contractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate.

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontractors prior to contract award or authorization.

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of Wage and hour Compliance at the time of bid.

The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award.

Plans, specifications, any addenda to the specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe, follow the instructions on the web site. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly payable to Bid Express.

Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the following locations: 200 Stierli Court Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Phone: 973-601-6690

One Executive Campus Rt. 70 West Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 Phone: 856-486-6623

New Jersey Department of Transportation Division of Procurement Bureau of Construction Services 1035 Parkway Avenue PO Box 600 Trenton, NJ 08625 HVN, CP, 5/18/1/, 5/24/18, 6/1/18, Fee: $312.48 HUNTERDON COUNTY SHERIFF'S SALE 3498 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION, HUNTERDON COUNTY DOCKET # F-022955-17 BETWEEN: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION vs ALETA PULLIAMTUCKER, ET AL Execution for sale of mortgaged premises By virtue of a Writ of Execution in the above stated action to me directed and delivered, I shall expose for sale at public vendue and sell to the highest bidder on: Wednesday, June 13, 2018

at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon prevailing time, at the Sheriff's Office, 71 Main Street, Freeholders Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Borough of Flemington, that is to say: Property to be sold is located in the TOWNSHIP OF WEST AMWELL County of Hunterdon, State of New Jersey Premises commonly known as:

22 FERRIS WHEEL DRIVE

Tax lot 20.50 IN BLOCK 3 Dimensions: (approx):

349 X 291 X 218 X 124

Nearest Cross Street: MUSIC MOUNTAIN BOULEVARD MAILING ADDRESS: 22 FERRIS WHEEL DRIVE, LAMBERTVILLE, NJ 08530 The foregoing concise description does not constitute a full legal description of the property of which a full legal description may be found in the Office of the Hunterdon County Sheriff.

The Sheriff hereby reserves the right to adjourn this sale without further publication. The approximate amount due, on the above execution is the sum of $816,200.70 together with lawful interest and costs of this sale. A deposit of 20% of the purchase price in cash or certified funds is required at the Close of the sale.

Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, municipal or tax liens that may be due. Prior mortgages, judgments, liens, encumbrances: N/A. SURPLUS MONEY: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person's claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if any.

ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF UDREN LAW OFFICES, P.C. (856) 669-5400 DATED: April 23, 2018

FREDERICK W. BROWN, SHERIFF HUNTERDON COUNTY

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THE STATE WE’RE IN

Remote cameras aid wildlife research A dozen years ago, wildlife experts were sure that the fisher – a member of the weasel family – was long gone from New Jersey.

But a biologist using a motion-triggered camera proved them wrong. Believing fishers were back, the late Charlie Kontos, an adjunct professor and Ph.D. candidate at Rutgers, set up a camera along a trail in Stokes State Forest in Sussex County.

The image captured by the “trail cam” in October 2006 clearly showed a fisher, its eyes glowing from the flash, climbing a tree at night. It was the first indisputable evidence of fishers in New Jersey in more than a century!

Kontos was one of the first New Jersey scientists to successfully use trail cams to document the existence and location of rare species.

Since then, digital technology has improved and costs have come down.

Remote cameras are now an increasingly important research tool for studying wildlife, especially secretive and nocturnal species.

Take the bobcat, for instance. These native wildcats, endangered in New Jersey, are among the state’s shyest species.

A wildlife biologist could

spend an entire career in the field without ever catching a glimpse of a bobcat!

“They’re really elusive and seeing them in person is practically impossible,” said naturalist Tyler Christensen, who has made a specialty of photographing bobcats with remote cameras. “It would be pure luck.”

Tyler’s photography has shown that the range of bobcats in New Jersey is greater than originally thought. He’s used motionsensor cameras to not only document the presence of bobcats in various parts of New Jersey, but also study their behaviors and capture high-quality photos.

“I’ve found bobcats in places where they haven’t been seen before, and observed really interesting behaviors that you wouldn’t see otherwise,” he said. For example, he’s seen bobcats carrying food in their mouths, cheek rubbing (“just like housecats”) to leave their scent on trees and rocks, marking their territory with urine and feces, and male bobcats following females.

Tyler began four years ago with basic trail cams, which detect motion and record still photos or videos, day or night. However, the infrared images produced at night – when most of New Jersey’s native wild-

life is active – are grainy black-and-white shots.

Wanting better images, Tyler started experimenting with “camera traps,” motion-activated digital single lens reflex cameras that take high-quality color photos. He now uses a combination of trail cams and camera traps to stalk his quarry.

Today, Tyler has what may be the best collection of wild New Jersey bobcat photos - stunning images of wildcats playing in the snow, climbing on rocks, eating animal carcasses or stretched out on tree limbs.

His camera traps have snapped images of many other species, including coyotes, possums, foxes, raccoons, bears, deer – and even an otter!

With trail cam prices coming down, Tyler encourages nature enthusiasts to try them out near their homes to see what wildlife shows up. Tyler lives in Somerset, just outside New Brunswick, and is constantly amazed at the wildlife that exists in in a park next to his suburban neighborhood.

“We live a lot closer to wildlife than we might think,” he said. “Wildlife is surprisingly abundant in many places, and really good at avoiding people.

Most of our wildlife is noc-

turnal.”

If you’re curious about what animals are creeping around your home at night, try a trail cam! They’re readily available online and at outdoor and hunting supply retailers.

To see some of Tyler’s best photos, check out his Instagram page atwww. instagram.com/njnaturalist /. And if you click on the #cameratrap or #trailcam hashtags on his photos, you can view more camera trap and trail cam photography from around the world!

Remote photography is a great example of how technology helps with the study and understanding of wildlife – and the preservation of the places most important to their long-term survival!

For information about preserving New Jersey’s land and natural resources, visit the New Jersey Conservation Foundation website at www.njconservation. org or contact me at info@ njconservation.org.

Michele S. Byers is executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation in Morristown.

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Friday, June 1, 2018

Hopewell Valley News 5A

RELIGIOUS NOTES St. Matthews’s Episcopal - The church is at 300 S. Main St., Pennington, across from Toll Gate Grammar School. Sunday worship schedule is at 8 a.m. for Holy Eucharist Rite I and at 10 a.m. for Choral Holy Eucharist Rite II. The Sunday morning children’s program for ages four years through eighth grade meets during the 10 a.m. service. Nursery care is also provided for children under four years.

The Rev. Barbara King Briggs is the Rector.

Questions? Call 609-7370985 or visitwww.stmatthewspennington.org.

First Baptist, Pennington — Sunday services begin at 11 a.m. The Rev. Malik McKinley Sr. is interim pastor. The church is at the corner of Crawley Avenue and Academy Street in Pennington. For information, call 609-303-0129.

Pennington United Methodist — Regular Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m.

The Rev. Daniel Casselberry is pastor.

The church offers a variety of services designed to help those with special needs, including an elevator for wheelchair accessibility, wireless hearing aids and handicapped parking is available.

The church is at 60 S. Main St. For further information on youth and adult Sunday school and special programs, call the church office at 609-7371374 or visit www.pumcnj. com.

St. James R. C. Church — The church is at 115 E. Delaware Ave., Pennington. The chapel is on Eglantine Avenue. Masses are held Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 8, 9:45 and 11:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held in the chapel at 9 a.m.

Monday through Saturday.

The sacrament of reconciliation is held Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon.

The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. The fax is 609-737-6912. Nancy Lucash in the office of religious education/adult faith formation/RCIA can be reached at 609-737-2717.

Visit stjamespennington.org for more information.

Hopewell United Methodist — The morning worship begins at 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 3. The morning message will be given by guest speaker, Laura Di Panfilo. A nursery is provided for infants and toddlers at that time.

Children’s Sunday school meets during the morning service.

Friday, June 1 is Open Mic Night from 7–10 p.m. All are welcome to come and participate or enjoy the music. Performers should be there by 6:30 p.m. to sign up and music will begin at 7 p.m.

The church will be hosting a community block party on Friday, June 8 when we celebrate our appreciation for Pastor Kate and her husband Wren, as they embark on their new journey.

Dinner will be from 6-7 p.m. Music – we have five bands lined up - until 9 p.m. on the church lawn.

Hopewell United Methodist Church offers a blend of contemporary and traditional worship styles. The church is located on 20 Blackwell Ave. It is handicap accessible.

For more information about the Church and its programs, please contact Pastor Hillis at 609-4660471 or visit the Church’s website at www.hopewellmethodist.org. You can

HopewellMethodistNJ. Hopewell Presbyterian — Worship starts at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday. Childcare is provided during the worship service. The church is handicapped accessible with an elevator to all three levels.

Call the church office at 609-466-0758 or visit www.hopewellpresbyterian.org. The church is at the intersection of West Broad and Louellen streets.

Second Calvary Baptist — The regular Sunday schedule is Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship is at 11 a.m. Wednesdays, Bible study and prayer is at 7 p.m.

The pastor is the Rev. Michael Diggs Sr. The church at Columbia and Maple avenues can be reached by phone at 609466-0862. The fax number is 609-466-4229.

Calvary Baptist — Sunday worship and Sunday school meets at 10 a.m.

Nursery is offered during worship. The Rev. Dennis O’Neill is pastor. Philip Orr is the minister of music.

The church is at 3 E. Broad St., Hopewell Borough, near the corner of East Broad Street and North Greenwood Avenue. A chair lift is available to the sanctuary. Call 609-4661880 for more information or visit www.calvarybaptisthopewell.org.

St. Alphonsus R. C. Church — Mass is celebrated Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass is held at 7 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

The Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Walsh is pastor. Donna Millar is the coordinator of religious education and faith formation.

The church is located at the corner of Princeton Avenue and East Prospect Street in Hopewell Borough. Questions? Call 609466-0332. For information, visit http://stalphonsushopewell.org.

Pennington Presbyterian — Rev. Nancy Mikoski and Rev. David Hallgren are pastors. Child care is available at 8:45 a.m. and church school for children, youth and adults is at 9 a.m.

Worship services begin at 10:15 a.m., followed by fellowship time.

Communion is the first Sunday of every month. There is also a class for adults on Thursday evenings at 6:55 p.m. Check our website home page for information about adult education offerings.

There is a Bell Choir, and choirs for all ages. Call the church office for details, or look at our FOCUS newsletter under the ‘about us’ section of our website.

All are welcome.

The church has an elevator and easy access for wheelchairs. Call 609-7371221 or visit facebook.com/ PennPres and pennres.org for more information.

First Presbyterian of Titusville — The First Presbyterian Church of Titusville announces its weekly schedule for May 24 to May 31.

The church welcomes everyone in Christian fellowship on Sundays. Morning worship is at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary with Rev. Kenneth Good preaching. Immediately following worship there is a time of fellowship and refreshments in the Heritage Room. At 11 a.m. the Adult Education class, which is currently studying Romans, meets in the Heritage Room. Youth Christian Ed-

in September.

On Sunday, May 27, immediately following worship, we will be placing flags on the graves of veterans in the church cemetery.

Registration information for our Summer Youth programs, Vacation Bible School and Art Camp, can be found on our web page, www.titusvillechurch.org.

All events at the First Presbyterian Church of Titusville are free, unless otherwise noted, and open to the public.

The First Presbyterian Church of Titusville, founded in 1838, is located at 48 River Drive along the banks of the Delaware River, six miles south of Lambertville near the foot of the Washington Crossing Bridge. Additional information may be found by visiting titusvillechurch.org, facebook.com/ titusvillechurch or calling 609-737-1385.

Bethel AME Church Sunday service begins at 11 a.m. The pastor is Rev. Dr. Angela M. Battle.

The Bethel AME Church is located at 246 South Main Street in Pennington. The phone number is 609-737-0922. Visit the church’s website at bethelpennington.org for more information on future services and upcoming events.

Titusville United Methodist — TUMC offers a weekly Sunday Family Worship Service at 10 a.m.

The TUMC Book Group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m.

There are small group discussions each month during the summer on the first and third Sundays at 9 a.m.

All are welcome to attend.

TUMC Youth Group meets Sunday evenings, twice a month. Holy Communion is celebrated each month. “Celebration Sunday” is an after-worship coffee hour served every fourth Sunday.

TUMC is known as a “praying church” whose worship style is casual and family-friendly. All are welcome, come as you are. TUMC was founded in 1806, and is located at 7 Church Road in Titusville.

For more information, visit www.titusvilleumc. org or contact the church office 609-737-2622.

St. George R. C. Church — The Church of Saint George, 1370 River Road (Route 29) Titusville, holds Masses on Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9 and 11 a.m.

Daily Mass is Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation is Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:10 p.m. the Rev. Msgr.

Michael J. Walsh is pastor.

The religious education office phone is 609-730-1703.

Parish phone is 609-7372015.

Abiding Presence Lutheran — Services of Holy Communion Saturday evenings at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday mornings at 8:15 and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School is held from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. for children of all ages and there is an adult study group that meets at the same time.

Nursery care is provided during the Sunday worship service and Sunday school.

The Reverend Marianne Rhebergen is interim pastor and the Rev. Becky Resch is associate pastor of the congregation. For more information please call the church office at 609-8827759.

The church is at 2220 Pennington Road, just south of I-95 at the corner of Rockleigh Drive and Pen-

day morning prayer meettion, contact Pastor Becky available.

Women of Ascension ing, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Resch at 609-882-7759.

St. Peter Lutheran — and/or the Prayer Shawl family night, 7 p.m.

Worship services are held Ministry meet every other Special needs accomSundays at 8 a.m. and 10:30 Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. modations are available.

For information, call Child care and children’s a.m. Contemporary worship is the third Sunday of 215-497-0447 or visit church are held Sundays for each month at the 8 a.m. www.ascensionweb.org. infants through fifth grade service only.

Princeton Commu- beginning at 9:30 a.m. and The church is at the cor- nity — The regular service Wednesday evenings for ner of routes 518 and 579 is at 10 a.m. Nursery care all ages. The church is at in Hopewell Township. The and classes for children 87 Route 31, Pennington.

Rev. Stephen Gewecke is through the fifth grade are Questions? Call 609-737provided. There are weekly 2282. pastor.

For more information programs for teens. PrincCentral Baptist — The about the church, call 609- eton Community Church is church is at 2015 Penning466-0939, or visit www. at 2300 Pennington Road, ton Road (Route 31), EwPennington. Visit online at ing. Call 609-882-0337 for stpeternj.org.

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IN THE LIBRARIES Events at the Pennington Public Library, located at 30 North Main Street in Pennington, include: Mike Thomsen: Photo Essay Editor Sunday, June 3, 3-4 p.m.

“Pop,” Sam and the Chief: Memories of Pennington NJ at Mid-Twentieth Century Mike Thomsen grew up at 25 East Welling Avenue, arriving with his family in 1944, at the age of 4. He has written a photo essay filled with reminiscences about his experiences growing up in Pennington during the 1940s and 1950s.

Mike will share with you his stories and photos from that time period at the Pennington Public Library. Cosponsored by the Hopewell Valley Historical Society and the Pennington Public Library.

Lego Outdoor Free Play Saturday, June 9, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Ages 5+ Love legos? Join us for an outdoor lego building session, and have fun while developing teamwork and social skills. Legos are provided. Just bring your imagination! This is part of Hopewell Valley’s “Come Outside and Play” program, a community-wide celebration of the great outdoors.

Ages 5+ Registration is required: kha@penningtonlibrary.org “Libraries Rock” Kickoff Concert Wednesday, June 27, 6-7 p.m., All Ages. Food available starting at 5:30 p.m.

Join us for a rock concert as we kick off the Summer Reading Program “Libraries Rock.” Local musicians Mike and Laura Tusay will perform the first ever rock concert at the library. The concert will be outside on the Library patio. We will also have some special treats available for purchase including the famous Bev Mills’ strawberry shortcakes. Mama Dude’s Food Truck will also be serving delicious Farm to Table, locally made cuisine. The summer reading program is for readers of all ages as is this concert.

Come out for a lovely evening of music and food and join your Pennington community in welcoming summer.

Music Makin’ Family Fun! Friday, June 29 at 11 a.m., Families Presenter: Priscilla Allman, House of Music Learn to read music whilst engaging with your kids and having a great family day! Create your very own music composition, make a craft, learn about different instruments and much much more all while having lot’s of fun!

Geared toward children ages 2-9. Adults required to attend for children ages 4 and under. Registration: kha@penningtonlibrary.

org Ongoing: 2018 Adult Summer Reading Club: Libraries Rock! Prize drawings throughout the summer!

Pick up entry forms at the circulation desk & submit from 6/1 - 8/10. There will be an end of the summer grand prize drawing for a Kindle Fire! All books count, including print books, e-books, and audiobooks. Participants must have a Pennington Public Library card to be eligible for prize drawings. June 1 August 10, 2018 2018 Children’s Summer Reading Club: Libraries Rock! Collect stickers & win prize when you sign up for the Summer Reading Club! Sign up starts Wednesday, June 20th. Register and receive a personal reading log, an activity game board, and a free mustache lip whistle.

Stickers will be awarded to mark your progress, and additional prizes will be awarded at the halfway and end points. Also, collect all ten stickers to be entered in a drawing to win a Kindle Fire Kids Edition.

You may also earn stickers for attending special summer events. Program ends August 3rd. Geared toward ages 5-10. Ask about our under 5 program! June 20 August 3, 2018 Homebound delivery: The Pennington Public Library is pleased to announce its newest service, HomeBound Delivery. If patrons can’t get to the library, volunteers will drop of requested books and media to their homes, free of charge. This free service is available Monday through Friday to all Pennington residents with an active library card. Requests can be made by calling 609-7370404 or emailing HomeBound@penningtonlibrary. org. The library will attempt same-day delivery for requests made by 11 a.m. and next business day delivery for requests made after 11 a.m.

Color Me Calm: Research shows that coloring can be relaxing. Many adults in need of a break from stress are finding peace inside the blank spaces of a coloring page.

The library will have coloring pages and supplies in the New Jersey Room and to enjoy this activity as a way to de-stress or just let your inner child out.

English Language Conversation Sessions: Meeting leader Bambi Hegedus has tutored professionally and on a volunteer basis for 25 years. Participants at these relaxed and informal sessions should have some knowledge of English. Emphasis will be on learning practical phrases and will be determined by the needs of the participants. Please e-mail trussell@penningtonlibrary.org for more

Events at the Hopewell Township branch, Mercer County Library, at 245 Pennington-Titusville Road, next to Hopewell Valley Central High School): This month’s First Friday Film, Tommy’s Honour, is screening on Fri., June 1 at 1:30 p.m. Biopic of legendary golf champion “Young” Tommy Morris, who won the British Open as a teen in 1868 despite his father’s fervent belief that their family was too lowerclass to play the sport at a professional level (PG-13, 112 minutes).

The Washington Crossing Radio Control Flyers Association will have their annual Radio Control Flyers Open House & Show on Sat., June 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Members will be available to answer questions about building and flying model aircrafts, as well as any inquiries about the association in general.

Yoga for Beginners offers simple, but powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. An introductory class taught by a trained Isha facilitator will take place on Sat., June 2 at 3 p.m.

On Mon., June 4 at 10 a.m., take part of the interactive presentation, Brain Games: Keep Your Mind Sharp, which discusses the brain as the “master computer” and the important topic of brain health.

Presented by Michael Salas, an experienced community health representative at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield. Registration

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Police departments in Lawrence, Princeton and West Windsor also are drop-off sites.

Breast cancer support group The Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center holds a breast cancer support group on the first and third Tuesdays of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. for any woman undergoing treatment for breast cancer.

Attendees will meet people having similar experiences and receive support, guidance, information on community resources

and educational information about breast cancer.

The group will meet at the Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center at 2100 Wescott Drive in Flemington. For information or to register, call 908-237-2337 or email winther.gabrielle@hunterdonhealthcare. org.

Send items to amartins@centraljersey.com or fax to 609-924-3842. The deadline for submissions each week is 3 p.m. on Friday. For details, call 609874-2163.

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201 Washington CrossingPennington Road is a dropoff site for Project Medicine Drop, developed by the N.J. Division of Consumer Affairs as part of its effort to halt the abuse and diversion of prescription drugs.

It allows consumers to dispose of unused and expired medications anonymously 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at “prescription drug drop boxes” within the headquarters of participating police departments.

information and to register. Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Story Time with Ms. Kim: Treat your child and yourself to a morning out with rhymes, music, a small craft, and a read aloud that brings books to life. Story times have many benefits for children including: hearing another adult read, watching other children get engaged in a story, and exposure to a wide variety of authors and writing styles. Geared for children age 2-4, siblings and babies welcome. Wednesdays at 11 a.m., except last week of the month. Meetings will stop on the third week of July and will start back up in September.

Adult Book Discussion Group: Drop by our long-running, monthly book discussion group for lively and stimulating conversation. Registration is not necessary. December 7 - Book and Film - Hidden Figures. First Thursdays at 2 p.m.

Too-Busy-for-Books Book Club: Designed for people who barely find enough time to breathe, this book club will read only a short work per month-nothing longer than 120 pages.

Dec 12 - The Lemoine Affair by Marcel Proust. Second Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

requested at www.mcl.org or call the library at 609737-2610.

The Autism Diagnosis rate continues to rise in New Jersey. Over the coming years, the need and opportunity for services will be significant.

On Wed., June 6 at 7 p.m., Bret Vaks, Vice President of Behavioral Services with the Family Resource Network, will talk about how to address behavioral concerns while providing safe and appropriate care for loved ones. This session will help participants better understand Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) and Intellectual Development Disabilities (IDD) by learning about characteristics & symptoms of each diagnosis. Along with presenting the variety of Autism Resources offered by the Family Resource Network, Vaks will discuss general behavior modification, tools to support individual participation in activities, as well as how to address sensory difficulties, and learning delays. Registration requested at www. mcl.org or call the library at 609-737-2610.

Learn the basics of greeting card making at a Card Making Workshop on Fri, June 8 at 10 a.m.

Use rubber stamped images and interesting folding and layering techniques to create one-of-a-kind cards for any occasion. Presented

by Alicia Vincelette, card maker for 22 years. All supplies will be provided.

Registration required at www.mcl.org or call the library at 609-737-2610.

Take a cool break at the library on a peaceful Friday afternoon – bring some knitting, coloring, quilting, or other relaxing craft, and share the company of other fellow craft enthusiasts at Relaxing Art Fridays on Fri., June 8 and June 22 at 1 pm. Feel free to bring a bag lunch or snack.

On Sat., June 9 at 10 a.m., take part of our monthly small business themed seminar presented

by SCORE Princeton (Counselors to America’s Small Businesses). Please call the library for this month’s presentation topic at 609-737-2610.

When you look at the net worth of most wealthy people, you will find that real estate comprises a large amount of their wealth.

Why do wealthy invest in real estate? Investing in Real Estate, on Tues., June 12 at 7 p.m., shows you that you don’t have to have a lot of money or be wealthy to invest in real estate and build your wealth and legacy. Registration requested at www.mcl.org or call the library at 609-737-2610.

Our book club, The Short of It, focuses on the short story. Each month we’ll read and discuss three short stories by the same author. This month’s

author is Ernest Hemingway and his short stories, “The Snows of Kilimanjaro,” “Hills Like White Elephants,” and “A Clean, Well-Lighted Place.” The group meets on Wed., June 13 at 2:00 pm. Copies of the stories are available at the branch library.

Join us for our thriving book group, AfricanAmerican Authors Spotlight, on Thurs, June 14 7 p.m. This month we’ll discuss contemporary African-American author, Walter Mosely and his Easy Rawlins Series (e.g., Devil in a Blue Dress, A Red Death, etc.). Registration requested at www.mcl.org or call the library at 609737-2610.

Meditation for Beginners offers instruction for a simple, but powerful 15-minute practice that creates enhanced clarity, improved health and a state of peacefulness. Instruction by a trained Isha facilitator. An introductory class will take place Sat., June 16 at 3 p.m.

T. John Mercuro, M.D., F.A.C.C. will address heart attack symptoms, myths about preserving heart health, and choices you can make to keep your own heart healthy at The Healthy Heart on Tues., June 19 at 7 p.m. The presentation will be followed by a Q & A session. Registration requested. Registration requested at www. mcl.org or call the library at 609-737-2610.

Join us for Anime Aficionados as we watch the first three episodes of this year’s mecha, scifi anime, Darling in the FranXX on Sat., June 23 at 3 p.m. Please note: Anime will be shown in Japanese with English subtitles.

Films are for an adult and older teen audience and June include adult (rating of 17+) content.

A registered dietitian with University Medical Center at Princeton’s Nutrition Program will present Super Foods and Cancer Prevention, discussing foods that help promote optimal health by lowering the risk for chronic diseases and cancer in women, on Mon., June 25 at 10 a.m.

Registration requested at www.mcl.org or call the library at 609-737-2610.

The Writers Support Group will meet on Tues., June 26 at 6 p.m. at the library. All are welcome to attend and enjoy the challenges of becoming better writers, defeating writer’s block and perfecting the craft.

This month’s Movie for Adults is The Big Sick (2017) has two showings on Wed., June 27 at 1:30 & 6:30 pm. A PakistaniAmerican man falls for white grad student, and hides their romance from his family. However, their relationship gets more serious when she develops a

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guests.

For information, call 609-737-0515 or visit www.uucwc.org.

His Harvest of Souls Ministries — The nondenominational church holds worship services the first and third Sundays at 3 p.m. and the second and fourth Thursdays at 6 p.m. The church is at the Harbourton Community Church in Harbourton village, 1516 Harbourton-Rocktown Road, Hopewell Township.

For further information, call 609-883-2937.

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Religious

Shabbat services begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 609-730-8100 or visit www.harsinai.org.

Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing — Rev. Kimberly Wildszewski leads Sunday services at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

As Unitarian Universalists, we believe that we need not think alike to love alike. Sunday children’s religious education and child care are available. Adult enrichment classes are open to

mysterious illness, which in turn forces him to bond with her parents (Rated R, 119 minutes).

Resume reviews are available by appointment.

Call Andrea Merrick at 609-737-2610 to register for a convenient time for help in creating or reviewing your resume.

One-on-one help with library digital resources, like e-books, audiobooks and movies, is available by appointment. Call 609737-2610 or email avanscoy@mcl.org.

Those who have something to put in the display case should contact Anna Van Scoyoc at 609-7372610.

If you have old Centralogues you’re thinking of getting rid of, the library will take them for its local history collection.

Get to know the borough better by joining the library’s activities at the Hopewell Public Library: Book Sale: Books you don’t need at prices you can’t resist! The HPL will be having its annual book sale during Hopewell Borough’s town-wide yard sale. Stop by the Library to browse - and check out the tasty treats being sold by the Friends of the Library. Saturday June 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Summer Reading Program 2018 - “Libraries Rock!”: Registration starts at the Library on Friday June 22nd: 12-5 p.m.

This 6-8 week summer program is designed to encourage children to keep reading during the months of school vacation. Young readers and soon-to-be readers sign a pledge indicating the number of books they would like to read (or have read to them) during the summer. There is ice cream at the Boro Bean for each child who achieves his/her goal, as well as an end of summer celebration.

The library offers special programs each week related to the summer reading program theme.

Storytime: Every Monday morning at 10:30, preschoolers and their adult companions are invited to gather in our upstairs Children’s Room for stories, songs and activities.

HPL Book Club: Held on the first Monday of each month, at 7:00pm at the library. Copies of each month’s book are available for check out. All are welcome.

Traditional Book Club: Meets the first Monday of each month at 7pm at the library. Copies of each month’s book are available for check out. All are welcome.

Hopewell Public Library (466-1625) is located at 13 E. Broad St. in Hopewell Borough. More information is available on the website - redlibrary.org, and on Facebook.

Study — A nondenominational Bible study for women and children. The group meets weekly on Wednesday mornings at Central Baptist Church in Ewing.

To register or visit, call or email Shirley McDonough at 609-771-8819 or charlieshirley@verizon.net.

With few exceptions, only religious institutions located in or serving Hopewell Valley will be included in this column.

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The Hopewell Valley Central High School Marching Band showcased a commanding presence during the Hopewell Township Memorial Day Parade.

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Numerous antique cars were on display in the Pennington Borough Memorial Day parade.

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Chrissy Walsh, of Black Fox Farm, rides through the Pennington Borough Memorial Day Parade on horseback.

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Summer at McCarter Theatre includes a series of piano concerts

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‘Tartuffe’ at the Shakespeare Theatre

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All That Jazz at McCarter. Summer at McCarter Theatre includes a series of piano concerts.

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STAGE REVIEW ‘An Act of God’ at Bucks County Playhouse.

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Anthony Stoeckert, TimeOFF editor The Princeton Packet, P.O. Box 350, Princeton, NJ 08542-0350 PHONE 609-874-2159 FAX 609-924-3842 astoeckert@centraljersey.com To be considered for inclusion in TimeOFF’s “Things to Do” calendar of events, information should arrive at least two weeks prior to the issue in which the announcement is to appear. Submission by email to timeoffevents@ centraljersey.com is prefferred.

ON THE COVER: Fred Hersch is among the musicians who will perform concerts during McCarter Theatre’s “Jazz in June” festival.

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ou might think a French play written in the 17th century would be hard for modern audiences to relate to, but The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s production of “Tartuffe” is fresh, funny and sharp. Its story of a man devoted to a con artist who uses religion as his currency will always be relevant, but this play also have a love story, betrayal, and one of the all-time great gossip sessions.

It’s not hifalutin at all. In fact, “Tartuffe” is the the stuff of sitcoms. Orgon (Patrick Toon) is the patriarch who is enamored with Tartuffe (Brent Harris). He saw Tartuffe in church praying with such passion and theatrics that his prayers must be more sincere than other churchgoers. (It seems Orgon skimmed through Matthew).

Everyone else in the family can’t stand Tartuffe, with the exception of Orgon’s mother, Madame Pernelle (Vivian Reed).

They see Tartuffe for what his is, a moocher. He also has eyes on Orgon’s wife, Elmire (Caroline Kinsolving). But Orgon wants his daughter Mariane (Sarah Nicole Deaver) to marry Tartuffe, a tragedy for Mariane, who not only loathes Tartuffe but is engaged to Valere (Mark Hawkins).

Raising the stakes is that Tartuffe’s son Damis (Aaron McDaniel) is in love with Valere’s sister, and if Mariane and Valere’s engagement is called off, Damis chances of being with the woman he loves are zero.

So the family schemes up a plan, designed to show Orgon how Tartuffe covets Elmire, but that plan is ruined by the hotheaded Damis.

Another key character is Dorine (Victoria Mack), a maid who is much smarter than the man of the house. An early, funny scene has Dorine updating Orgon about his family. As she tells him that his wife had a bad fever for days, Orgon asks “And Tartuffe?” “He’s round and red, bursting with health, and excellently fed,” the maid says, to which Orgon famously replies, “Poor fellow.” The scene builds as Dorine exaggerates Elmire’s illness, but Orgon is concerned only with Tartuffe.

Bonnie J. Monte, the Shakespeare Theatre’s artistic director, helms this production, running through June 10, an extension from its original planned run. Monte has assembled a top-notch cast, filled with actors who are sharp with funny lines (from Richard Wilbur’s famous translation) and also are terrific with physical comedy. As tension builds, so does the energy, and there are plenty of antics involving a closet people keep hiding in.

Harris is brilliant in the title role. He brings a phony earnestness to the role, but holds back just enough that we could see Orgon falling for his act. He’s great in moments where Tartuffe has to weasel himself out of a situations. He’s a villain to be sure, but never so threatening as to take away from the comedy.

Mack is great as Dorine, the servant, probably the smartest, and sharpest character in the play. She and Toon play off each other wonderfully. Toon makes a great Orgon, he isn’t the brightest guy around, but he’s not dumb, and ultimately has a good heart.

The funniest scene involves Elmire pretending to seduce in Tartuffe, while Orgon hides under a table. Elmire does this to prove what Tartuffe truly is, and there are plenty of things said, and done, to show Orgon the truth, but he doesn’t expose himself. Kinsolving carries the scene, alternating her fake passion toward Tartuffe to her coded hints to her husband.

Nikkie Delhomemme’s costumes are thrilling, setting the period with plenty of flair. And Brittany Vasta’s sets are beautiful. It’s an ornate, bright scene with offwhite walls, a marble floor and a threepanel paintin of cherubs floating in the sky.

It would be shame to miss the “Tartuffe,” it’s a perfect kickoff to the Shakespeare Theatre’s new season.

The Shaksepeare Theatre is located on the campus of Drew University, 36 Madison Ave, Madison. For tickets and information, go to www.shakespearenj.org or call 973408-5600.

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All That Jazz at McCarter

ummertime, and the music is jazzy.

McCarter Theatre is introducing something new this year with its “Jazz in June Festival,” series of four concerts.

The lineup begins with a show by The Bad Plus, June 8. Next is a concert by Joey Alexander June 9, followed by Christian Sands June 14; and Fred Hersch June 15.

“Summer is the prime time for jazz festivals, they are almost ubiquitous not only in this country but around the world,” says Bill Lockwood, McCarter’s special programming director. “In more ways than one, it is the summer festival circuit that keeps the world of jazz and its artists thriving, so I thought it was time for McCarter to join the club.”

He adds that McCarter has never hosted any kind of music festival, and that presenting the concerts in McCarter’s smaller venue, the Berlind Theatre, makes perfect sense.

“We have elected to dip our toe into the festival waters on a small scale, starting with the musical unit familiar to most audiences, the piano jazz trio,” Lockwood says.

“Which is why our first festival incorporates four concerts spanning several generations of the format, and featuring artists who have made it their specialty.”

The Bad Plus has played McCarter previously, in 2007.

The group is known for its original music as well as playing pop covers. It recently released a new album, “Never Stop II,” with new member Orrin Evans.

“Its music always defied categorization, searching for rules to break, every concert a kind of sonic adventure,” Lockwood says of The Bad Plus. “But the original trio was a model of cohesion and never played a gig with a substitute musician — that is, until this year. So it was big news in the jazz world when the group’s founding pianist, Ethan Iverson, stepped down after 18 years, and was replaced by Orrin Evans, a longtime icon of the Philadelphia jazz scene. Understandably, it’s been a big year for Evans, but he is no stranger to the jazz piano trio, since he’s been a band leader for over 20 years and has had his own trio, Tarbaby. “ Alexander is just 14 years old, and made his McCarter debut in 2017.

“The word ‘phenomenon’ is a misnomer when it comes to his prodigious talent,” Lockwood says of Alexander. “It started when he played for Wynton Marsalis at Lincoln Center in 2014 at the age of 11; and prior to that New York debut, I had occasion to ask Wynton whom he thought was going to be the ‘next big thing’ in the piano jazz world,

Musicians scheduled to perform during McCarter Theatre’s “Jazz in June Festival” include Christian Sands (above) and Fred Hersch. and his answer without hesitation: Joey Alexander.”

Christian Sands is also young, 28, and has picked up five Grammy nominations.

“And what better mentor could you have than Christian McBride, with whom he toured as his pianist for six years,” Lockwood says. “It was McBride who first alerted me to Sands and said that he was on the cusp of breaking out on his own in a big way from his generation of jazz pianist colleagues, not only as performer but also as composer, ‘so get him while you can!'” Sands also is taking over stewardship of the Erroll Garner Jazz Project, taking over from Geri Allen, who was a mentor to Sands.

“Erroll Garner, whose [album] “Concert by the Sea” is the stuff of legend, was the first jazz artist I ever presented at McCarter,” Lockwood says. “That Christian Sands is providing a sense of continuity to one of jazz music’s most enduring, but oft forgotten, keyboard giants is welcome news, especially for those of us for whom ‘Concert By the Sea’ — followed soon by Dave Brubeck and ‘Take Five’ — is where it all began.”

The festival will wrap up with a concert by Hersch, who Lockwood describes as the festival’s “anchor.”

“It is all too easy to call him an ’eminence’ of the field, so high in the esteem of his colleagues is he held,” Lockwood says. “And far from aspiring to membership in the pantheon of jazz royalty, he is the pantheon, which explains why I determined early on that his participation in our inaugural festival was essential — it’s where you start.”

McCarter Theatre is located at 91 University Place, Princeton. For tickets and information, go to www.mccarter.org or call 609-258-2787.

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‘An Act of God’ at Bucks County Playhouse

avid Javerbaum’s “An Act of God” is a light, comedic fantasy that portrays God as a lot of people wish he could be. This a God with a modern sensibility who rattles off jokes as if he’s the host of a mild roast.

How does explain evolution and geological evidence that the Earth is billions of years old? He planted the evidence, made it look that way—take that Neil deGrasse Pagan!

God also talks about his “wrath management issues” — and the Book of Job? It’s funnier than “The Book of Mormon” and “The Book of Mormon.”

“Act of God,” running at the Bucks County Playhouse through June 16, offers thoughts from God, who has taken on the form of an actor named Harry Bouvy (who plays the character). And he has a whole new set of Ten Commandments for us. The old set needs an update, it seems.

A few commandments stay unchanged, but the edits include “That shalt not tell others whom to fornicate,” and by that? “I mean the gays,” God says. In fact, he did indeed originally envision Adam and Steve, a relationship that

Photo by Joan Marcus

God (Harry Bouvy, center) and his archangels Michael (Ashley D. Kelley) and Gabriel (Joe Kinosian) pose for a selfie in “Act of God” at Bucks County Playhouse.

started with Adam knocked out cold (“I Cosbied his nectar,” God says). But the snake and the apple made Adam realize what was going on.

So if God is OK with homosexuality, how does he explain “thou shalt not lie with a man as one lies with a woman,” which is not a commandment but is found in Leviticus. Simple — that’s good advice: “When you’re with a man, you can straight-up lie, but if you’re lying to a woman, you need to be more subtle.”

“Act of God” made its Broadway debut in 2015 with Jim Parsons as God. It returned in 2016 starring Sean Hayes. It’s becoming a popular choice in regional theater (George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick staged it last year, with Kathleen Turner playing God), likely because it’s so simple to stage.

It also seems to be a show that draws stars — what celebrity wouldn’t want to play God? — but Bucks made a good move in avoiding stunt casting. The play informs us that God has taken on the form of this stage actor name Bouvy, who bears a resemblance to Stanley Tucci.

Dressed in a light-blue shirt, sky-colored tie complete with clouds, off-white pants and gold-painted sneakers, Bouvy plays the role with confidence (which comes in handy when playing the Almighty), humor and a touch of humanity.

This God is all-knowing, and he also knows about his own failings. The show hits home when God talks about Jesus. He starts off funny, Jesus was a middle child and acted like it, but after noting that his son died not only for our sins, but for the sins of his father, God commands us to honor our children.

This isn’t a one-man show, as God is joined by two archangels. Ashley D. Kelley is all charm as Michael, who peppers God with some annoying questions. Joe Kinosian plays Gabriel, setting the mood for God throughout the show. Kinosian has been at Bucks before, in “Murder for Two: Holiday Edition” and in “The Nerd,” and he’s terrific, as always.

The set is simple, a platform with a denim-blue couch and screen projection. Director Tracy Brigden sets a brisk pace (the show runs less than 90 minutes), and brings a good dose of heart to the show.

“An Act of God” isn’t deep. I can’t say it’s a laugh riot, but I chuckled, often.

“An Act of God” continues at Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S. Main St., New Hope, through June 16. For tickets and information, go to bcptheater.org or call 215-862-2121.

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THINGS TO DO STAGE “Turning Off the Morning News,” McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton. World premiere comedy by Tony-winning author Christopher Durang that takes a dark look at today’s world, through June 3; www.mccarter. org; 609-258-2787.

“Glengarry Glen Ross,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. A group of desperate real estate salesmen are sharpening their knives as they prepare to sell some questionable properties really fast in David Mamet’s classic. Presented by The Pennington Players, through June 3. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $18, $16 seniors, $14 students/children; www. kelseytheatre.net; 609-570-3333.

“Tartuffe,” Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. Tartuffe, the consummate con man, hypocrite and womanizer, meets his match in Molière’s masterpiece of biting social commentary, through June 10; www.shakespearenj. org; 973-408-5600.

“Act of God,” Bucks County Playhouse 70 S. Main St., New Hope, Pennsylvania. Comedy by David Javerbaum in which comes back and sets up a new set of Ten Commandments, through June 16; $40-$80; www.bcptheater.org; 215-8622121.

“The Sum of Us,” ActorsNET of Bucks County’s Heritage Center Theatre, 635 North Delmorr Ave., Morrisville, Pennsylvania. David Stevens’ comedy about a straight Australian father who goes way overboard in supporting his gay son’s lifestyle – to the point of driving his son crazy, June 1-17. Performancs: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 pm. Tickets cost $20, $17 seniors (62 and older), $15 students; www.actorsnetbucks.org; 215-295-3694.

“The Music Man,” Music Mountain Theatre, Route 1483 Route 179, Lambertville. Meredith Wilson’s classic musical set in River City, Iowa, where con man Harold Hill dupes the town folk into thinking he’s a band leader, but not everyone is falling for his scheme, June 1-21. Performances: Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. Tickets cost

$22; www.musicmountaintheatre.org; 609397-3337.

“Night With Oscar”, George Street Playhouse, 103 College Farm Road, New Brunswick. Benefit play reading of Eugene Pack’s new comedy featuring Rob Morrow (“Northern Exposure,” “Billions”), Robert Wuhl (“Bull Durham,” “Arli$$”) and Talia Balsam (“Mad Men”), June 8, 8 p.m. www.georgestreetplayhouse.org; 732-2467717.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE “Cinderella,” Music Mountain Theatre, Route 1483 Route 179, Lambertville.

Classic story of Cinderella, her stepmother and step sisters, a fairy godmother, and a slipper, June 9-23. Performances are Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The June 23 performance will be ASL interpreted. $8; www.musicmountaintheatre.org.

“The Cat in the Hat,” Kelsey Theatre on the campus of Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. From the moment his oversized, red-and-white-striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that they are in for an adventure like no other.

Based on the Dr. Seuss book, presented by Theatreworks USA and Two Beans Productions, June 2, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. $12, $10 children; www.kelseytheatre.net; 609-5703333.

MUSIC CLASSICAL MUSIC Capital Singers of Trenton, Sacred Heart Church, 343 S. Broad St., Trenton.

Choral concert featuring the debut performance of conductor Vinroy D. Brown Jr.’s “Let All the World in Every Corner Sing.” The program also will include Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Mass in G Minor, selections by Alice Parker, Moses Hogan and Franz Haydn, and more, June 3, 4 p.m. www.capitalsingers.org; 609-434-2781.

Eastern Wind Symphony, Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall on the Princeton University campus. Concert featuring world premiere of Julie Giroux’s Symphony No. V, Elements. The performance will feature additional pieces by Julie Giroux, and a performance by the EWS Youth Band. A See THINGS TO DO, Page 6B

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THINGS TO DO Continued from Page 5B light reception will follow, June 9, 8 p.m. Tickets cost $30, $20 seniors/students; easternwindsymphony. org.

JAZZ, CABARET, ROCK, FOLK, ETC. An Evening with Caroline Spence and Robby Hecht, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell. Concert indie singer-songwriter, June 1, 8 p.m. hopewelltheater.com.

The PI Power Trio with Sasha Dobson, Hopewell Theater, 5 S. Greenwood Ave., Hopewell. Modern music drawing on the tradition of instrumental rock ‘n’ roll, June 8, 8 p.m. hopewelltheater.com.

Danielia Cotton, Cadwlader Park, Trenton. Philadelphia-based singer-songwriter, June 24, 6-8 p.m. Free; ellarslie.org.

MUSEUMS Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, Cadwalader Park, Parkside Avenue, Trenton. Ellarslie Open 35. Annual juried exhibit continues a tradition of supporting area artists and bringing the finest in visual art to patrons and visitors. Juried by Heather Campbell Coyle, through July 1. Hours: Wed.-Sat. noon to 4 p.m. Sun. 1-4

p.m. www.ellarslie.org; 609-989-3632.

Princeton University Art Museum, on the campus of Princeton University, Princeton. “Frank Stella Unbound: Literature and Printmaking,” Between 1984 and 1999, the American artist Frank Stella executed four ambitious print series, each of which was named after a literary work that had a distinctive narrative structure: the Passover song Had Gadya, a compilation of Italian folktales, the epic novel Moby-Dick, and the illustrated encyclopedia Dictionary of Imaginary Places. Through these four bodies of work, Stella evolved printmaking projects of unprecedented scale and complexity that both transformed the artist’s visual language, through Sept. 23; Hours: Tues.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; artmuseum.princeton.edu; 609258-3788.

Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princeton. “A Gentleman’s Pursuit: The Commodore’s Greenhouse” Exhibit reveals the findings at Morven from Hunter Research’s excavation of one of New Jersey’s earliest greenhouses, through June 3. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students; morven.org; 609-9248144.

Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St. (at George Street) on the College Avenue Campus of Rutgers, New Brunswick. Cats vs. Dogs: Illustrations for Children’s Lit-

erature. Featuring more than 40 drawings and collages by Frank Asch, Mary Chalmers, Tony Chen, Roger Duvoisin, Shari Halpern, Lois Lenski, Ward Schumaker, and Art Seiden. The exhibition emphasizes the strength of visual elements in storytelling, especially for children learning how to read, through June 24. This exhibit is open to the public Fridays through Sundays. “It’s Just a Job: Bill Owens and Studs Terkel on Working in 1970s America,” through July 29. Museum hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free; www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu; 848-932-7237.

GALLERIES

Taplin Gallery at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton. “Interwoven Stories International.” 3-hole fabric pages, stitched with memories, places, and people, speaking to the generosity, diversity, spirit, commitment and creativity of a community. Diana Weymar developed Interwoven Stories as 2016 Artist-in-Residence at the Arts Council of Princeton. She returns to curate more than 250 pages from Princeton, The Peddie School, the Nantucket Stitching Gam, the Zen Hospice Project (San Francisco), Open Space Art (Damascus,

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Jun. 1st – Jun. 10th, 2018 Continued from Page 6B Syria), Build Peace (Columbia), the University of Puget Sound (Tacoma), Yarns/ NoDominion Theatre (Jersey City), and Trans Tipping Point Project (Victoria, BC), through June 23. artscouncilofprinceton. org; 609-924-8777.

The Gourgaud Gallery, 23-A North Main St., Cranbury. Exhibit of works by members of the New York City United Federation of Teachers Painting Class exhibit.

The UFT Painting Class began in 2010 at the Monmouth County Library, through June 29; www.cranburyartscouncil.org.

Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, 65 Olden Street, Princeton University campus. “Learning to Fight, Fighting to Learn: Education in Times of War,” exhibition at World War I and its effect on education, drawing from the university srchives and the public policy papers of Princeton University Library, through June 2018.

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. during the academic year; library.princeton. edu.

Gallery at Mercer County Community College, Mercer County Community College campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road,

West Windsor. “Mercer County Artists 2018,” featuring 28 works in a variety of media including oil, acrylic, graphite, mixed media, ceramic, wood and more, through July 9; www.mccc.edu/gallery.

Plainsboro Library Gallery, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. Exhibit of handpainted and fired ceramic tile art by central Jersey artist Adrian Nicoara. The exhibit will include original portraits, landscapes, and still life, as well as interpretations of classical art; it will also include decorative tiles and plates.

Most of the work is created on 6 inch tiles, arranged in groupings that measure 12 inches to 36 inches. They are edged in copper, and assembled in hand-made wooden frames with inlaid fabrics or papers, which serve to enhance the tiles within, through June 20. Opening reception, June 3, 2-4 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Submissions must be received by Aug. 4. The notification of acceptance will be mailed by Aug. 11. Submission forms and guidelines can be found at Franklintwp.seamlessdocs.com/ f/ArtWalkCall4Art.

Stress Factory, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. Kevin Brennan, June 1, 7:30, 9:45 p.m., $20; Kevin Nealon, June 2, 7:30, 9:45 p.m., June 3, 7:30 p.m., $32; www. stressfactory.com; 732-545-4242.

Princeton Catch a Rising Star, 102 Carnegie Center, West Windsor. J.J. Ramirez, June 1, Gilbert Gottfried with J.J. Ramirez, June 2; catcharisingstar.com; 609-987-8018.

The RRazz Room, The Clarion Inn & Suites, 6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania. Julia Scotti, June 2, 8 p.m. $25; therrazzroom.com; 888-596-1027.

Princeton Country Dancers, Suzanne Patterson Center, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton. Weekly Wednesday Contra Dance, June 6, 8-10:30 p.m (Instruction at 7:30 p.m.), $10; www.princetoncountrydancers.org.

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Sharing the stories that make Memorial Day Retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. William Traubel, a Hopewell resident, West Point ‘66, and Princeton University ’72, has taken on a retirement avocation of communicating about the dead and bringing them to life. He is no psychic, but rather a medium for Revolutionary War heroes — a storyteller whose script is based on the events and people who fought and died for the establishment the United States of America.

The speaker at the Spirit of Princeton Memorial Day Parade Ceremony, held May 26, Traubel — in both casual conversation and formal speeches — does a verbal reenactment of the triumphs and tribulations of the Revolutionary War soldiers with such earnestness and enthusiasm that it makes the listeners want to go to a grave site and say ‘thank you’ to the deceased soldiers. In Princeton, we can do just that.

And on Memorial Day, I did.

“Princeton is an ideal site to remember and honor those American veterans who gave their all to defend our Nation. . . to secure our freedom,” said Traubel in his comments at the Spirit of Princeton Memorial Day ceremony.

He explained that there were hundreds of Memorial Day events taking place at sites where heroes dies in war zones. “Princeton has all of those characteristics,” he said. “Soldiers fought, died and are buried here, even unknown soldiers.”

Soldiers of the First American Army and Marines fought in Princeton, Jan 3, 1777, ending the

“Ten Crucial Days” that began on Christmas 1776 with crossing of the Delaware River and defeating the British Forces in Trenton.

“Those “’Ten Crucial Days’ were a tipping point in the Revolutionary War, [changing the course of the war] from seemingly endless losses to winning three battles,” Traubel said.

He added that the first U.S. Marine to die in combat died during the Battle of Princeton.

“Princeton has Unknown Soldier Graves behind the colonnade on the far side of the Princeton Battlefield,” he said.

Even though I usually drive past the battlefield every day of the year, on Monday, May 28, I did not drive past. Because of the inspiring storytelling of Bill Traubel, I parked my car and walked up to the colonnade and absorbed the sight with a much greater appreciation for its significance in my country and my life.

He noted in his Memorial Day speech that there is noticeably greater value in hearing and experiencing history on the ground where it occurred.

Traubel’s career as a storytelling public historian is a new chapter in his life. It began once upon a time when, as a 13-year-old, he was inspired by his father’s self-taught expertise in American history (especially historic flags) and the family’s first road trip in the family’s first car — to West Point.

“My dad wanted to be a tour guide at Independence Hall, but he was rejected, because he only had a fourth-grade education,”

Storyteller William Traubel at the Spirit of Princeton Memorial Day celebration, standing next to the Colonial flag.

Traubel said, noting that George Washington never went to college. At the age of 13 and a selfdescribed “juvenile delinquent,” Traubel, who had inherited his dad’s passion for American history, was transformed by the tour of West Point and made up his mind that he would attend school there.

And the rest is history.

He graduated from West Point, became U.S. Army En-

gineer Officer, got advanced degrees in mathematics and engineering from Princeton University, rose through the ranks of the U.S. Army with worldwide assignments in command staff, construction, and facilities engineering. When he retired as a lieutenant colonel, he began his second career in facilities engineering. When he retired from Princeton in 2009 as director of

Princeton University’s Grounds and Building Maintenance, he began his third career — this time the only compensation being pure joy.

Since retiring from Princeton in 2009, Traubel has fed his appetite for American Revolution history by serving as a trustee at Washington Crossing Park Association, a docent at Washington Crossing Historic Park, and a steward of the Revolutionary War Soldiers Graves at the Thompson Neely Historic Site. He is a founding member of the TenCrucialDays.org, dedicated to promoting the sites and venue of the Ten Crucial Days Campaign of 1776-1777, and is a member of the Swan Historical Foundation, whose mission is to encourage knowledge and appreciation of the American Revolution for the benefit of present and future generations.

Standing on the steps of Princeton’s Monument Hall, Traubel — who has five grandchildren — gave my granddaughter Lily and me a tutorial in the Colonial flag, which he brought to the ceremony. The flag is the one that the Revolutionary War forces fought under, before America became a nation. “George Washington created the first American flag — he created and flew it on New Year’s Day 1776, when Americans were still British subjects seeking peace, not war. . . . Hence the British Union Jack,” Traubel said.

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Dr. Bert Mandelbaum, M.D.

Tips for encouraging healthy habits in children Encouraging healthy habits in children is one of the most important jobs for a parent — and typically one of the most challenging.

Getting kids to eat healthy and get moving is often easier said than done, especially with the increasing use of computers, smart phones and tablets.

So what’s a parent to

do?

Start with these tips.

Portion it out. In general, portion sizes should be “child-sized” until adolescence. Meals should include a protein and a variety of fruits and vegetables. A colorful plate is a healthy plate.

Follow the 15-minute rule. It takes at least 15

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minutes for the brain to catch up with the stomach and realize you’re full.

Encourage your child to wait 15 minutes before going back for seconds, and if they do, make sure they include an extra helping of fruits and vegetables too.

Remember sweets are treats. Even Cookie Monster knows that a cookie is a “sometimes” food.

Sweets and sugary desserts should be considered treats to be enjoyed occasionally, not every day. Snacks should be healthy and include choices like fruit, nuts and vegetables. Also keep in mind that sports drinks and fruit juices can be loaded with sugar and empty calories. Ideally, children should mostly drink water and low-fat or fat-free milk.

Control screen time.

Limit screen time to onehour periods and designate media-free family time and media-free locations, such as bedrooms, in homes.

Screen time before bed can interfere with a healthy sleep. In addition, too much screen time can increase the risk for obesity, negatively impact school performance and increase the risk for cyberbullying and exploitation.

Make fitness fun.

Children need at least 60 minutes of exercise a day, including both aerobic and strengthening activities,

Set small goals. If your child would rather lounge on the couch than run around outside, start out slowly. Gradually introduce physical activity into their regular routine, setting, small achievable goals each week.

Dr. Bert Mandelbaum

according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Organized sports provide one of the easiest ways for kids to get their exercise, but not every child wants to play a team sport. Make fitness fun by finding an activity your child enjoys. Activities like dancing, skiing or even simply hiking through the woods are all great exercise.

Make it a family affair. Engaging in activities as a family can be good for your kids and you. Take a walk together after dinner, go for a Saturday morning jog or bike ride. Involve children in the kitchen, too. Allowing them to participate in meal planning, shopping and preparation will help them learn healthy habits.

Know when to say lights out. Adequate sleep is just as important as a healthy diet and physical activity. In general, toddlers need 12 hours of shuteye a night, elementary and middle school children need between 9 and 10, and high schoolers need at least 8. Establishing a bedtime routine, especially for younger children is critical to healthy sleep. Restrict electronics in the bedroom at night and do not allow a TV or computer in the room.

Keep the bedroom cool, dark and quiet, and begin winding down at least 30 minutes before bedtime.

Kids Marathon One fun and easy way for children to get moving is by signing up for the 10th Annual Kids Marathon & Fun Run hosted by Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness and Princeton Fitness & Wellness Center.

The marathon consists of a 10-week training program in which kids in grades Pre-K through 8 walk, run or roll 2.5 miles a week at their own pace

and then gather on race day complete with a 1.2mile Fun Run, the final leg of the Kids Marathon. Participants receive incentive prizes for every milestone completed.

Though training for the Marathon is already underway, children in grades Pre-K through 8 can still register. Race day is on June 24 at Educational Testing Service, 660 Rosedale Road, Princeton and starts at 10 a.m. Music, face painting, kids crafts, and other festivities will take place after the race.

Refreshments will also be available.

Parental permission is required. The cost is $25 for the Kids Marathon, and $20 for the Fun Run only.

Proceeds benefit Princeton Health’s programs to promote wellness and prevent obesity and chronic disease in children. If cost is U a factor, eligible children H can receive free scholar- o o ships.

To register, go to www. princetonhealthinmo-b tion.com. For questions b or more information, call t b 888-897-8979.

To find a pediatrician v associated with Penn Med- w icine Princeton Health, go b to www.princetonhcs.org, e o or call 888-742-7496. r Bert Mandelbaum, M.D., is board certified in pediatrics and chairman of the Department of Pediatrics at Penn Medicine Princeton Health.

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HILLSBOROUGH CINEMAS (908874-8181): Oceans 8 (PG13) Thurs. 7 p.m. Action Point (R) Fri.-Sat. 1, 3:10, 5:20, 7:30, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 1, 3:10, 5:20, 7:30. Adrift (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:50, 3:15, 5:40, 8:05, 10:30; Sun.-Thurs. 12:50, 3:15, 5:40, 8:05. Solo: A Star Wars Story (luxury recliners) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1, 1:30, 4, 4:30, 7, 7:30, 10, 10:30; Sun.-Thurs. 1, 1:30, 4, 4:30, 7, 7:30. Solo: A Star Wars Story (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:30, 3:30, 6:30, 9:30; Sun. 12:30, 3:30, 6:30; Mon.-Thurs.

3:30, 6:30. Deadpool 2 (luxury recliners) (R) Fri.-Sat. 1:20, 4:10, 7, 9:50; Sun.Thurs. 1:20, 4:10, 7. Deadpool 2 (R) Fri.Sat. 4:50, 7:40, 10:30; Sun.-Thurs. 4:50, 7:40. Show Dogs (PG) Fri.-Thurs. 2:25.

Avengers: Infinity War (luxury recliners) (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:20, 3:40, 7, 10:20; Sun. 12:20, 3:40, 7; Mon.-Thurs. 3:40, 7.

Avengers: Infinity War (PG13) Fri.-Sun. 12:45, 4:05, 7:25; Mon.-Thurs. 1, 4:10, 7:25. Book Club (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:20; Sun. 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50; Mon.-Wed. 2:50, 5:20, 7:50; Thurs. 1:55, 4:25.

MONTGOMERY CINEMAS (609-924-7444):Marry Shelley (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 10; Sun.-Thurs.

1:55, 4:35, 7:15. Book Club (PG13) Fri.Sat. 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs.

2:25, 4:50, 7:15. Tully (R) Fri.-Sat. 4:50, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 4:50. The Rider (R) Fri.-Thurs. 2:20, 7:10. RBG (PG) Fri.-Sat. 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:40; Sun.-Thurs. 2:40, 5, 7:20. On Chesil Beach (R) Fri.-Sat. 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50; Sun.-Thurs. 2:20, 4:50, 7:20. Disobedience (R) Fri.-Sat. 2:15, 4:50, 7:25, 10; Sun.-Thurs. 2:15, 4:50, 7:25.

PRINCETON GARDEN THEATRE (609-279-1999): The Seagul (PG-13) Fri. 4, 7, 9:25; Sat. 1, 4, 7, 9:25; Sun. 1, 4, 7; Mon.-Tues. 2:15, 5:15, 8; Wed.-Thurs.

2:15, 5, 8. RBG (PG) Fri. 4, 6:45, 9:15; Sat. 1, 4, 6:45, 9:15; Sun. 4, 6:45; Mon.Tues. 2:30, 5:30, 8; Wed.-Thurs. 2:30, 5:30. The Wizard of Oz (1939) (NR) Sat. 10:30 a.m. National Theatre Live: JULIUS CAESAR (NR) Sun. 12:30 p.m.

Hollywood Summer Nights: A League of Their Own (1992) (PG) Wed. 7:30 p.m.

High Noon (1952) (NR) Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

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Continued from Page 9B Union Jack as you see it.

He had white stripes sewn on it to show the solidarity of the 13 colonies.”

It was, however, a sweet but somber moment for me, because I was standing in the spot usually occupied by legendary community volunteer Ray Wadsworth, who along with Herb Hobler, led the charge for the establishment of The Spirit of Princeton organization responsible for the re-

emergence of the Memorial Day Parade and other civic events such as the Flag Day ceremony and the Veterans’ Day ceremony. At the beginning of the ceremony, Spirit of Princeton Officer Kam Amirzafari made an announcement that Spirit of Princeton Chairperson Ray Wadsworth was very sick and this year missed participating in the event that meant so much to him.

For years Wadsworth used the powers of prayer

to arrange for good parade weather. All those who worked with Wadsworth over the years on the town’s civic events were hoping that the powers of prayer would result in a good outcome for him. Wadsworth , who would have reveled in Bill Traubel’s American Revolution storytelling, was never into telling stories about exemplary citizens, just being one himself.

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. Where did you grow up?

A. I am a New Jersey resident my whole life. Born in Red Bank and raised in Middletown, after college my wife and I moved to central New Jersey where we have been for almost 40 years.

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. What do you like most about living in this area?

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

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

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

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. What separates you from your competition?

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

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

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

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

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

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Expanded Washington model in Princeton Ivy Estates.

Custom in-law suite with separate entrance, wheelchair accessible bathroom & shower. Sunroom, finished basement, and paver patio. 5 minutes to train. Top-rated West Windsor-Plainsboro school district.

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Charming 88 year-old Federal-style brick home, available for the first time since the 1950’s. Close to shopping, school and library. Top-rated Cranbury and Princeton HS. Located within the Historic District, just off Main Street and minutes to Brainerd Lake, downtown Cranbury’s shopping, restaurants and elementary school.

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Listed by Richard “Rick” Burke Broker-Associate

Listed by Richard “Rick” Burke Broker-Associate

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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® Congratulates Breakfast of Champions Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices (BHHS) Fox & Roach, REALTORS® recently honored Mercer County sales associates for their sales performance for March and April at a bi-monthly Breakfast of Champions. Sales associates honored by (standing, left) Brad Patt, senior vice president and regional manager, include (sitting, l to r) Kechener Donaus, Princeton Junction Office; Angela Tucker, Princeton Junction Office; Helen Dundas, Hamilton-Robbinsville Home Marketing Center (HMC); Rick Stein, manager, Princeton Junction Office; (standing, l to r) Mike Gerstnicker, Hamilton-Robbinsville HMC; *Maria Garcia-Herreros, Hamilton-Robbinsville HMC; Donna Murray, Princeton HMC; Camilo Concepcion, manager, Hamilton-Robbinsville HMC; and Sharon SluderRisch, Trident Group.

Honored but not pictured were Tony and Shannon Lee; *Iris Nitzan, Hamilton-Robbinsville HMC; Rocci D’Armiento, *Ivy Wen, Eva Petruzziello, *Debbie Lang, *Roberta Parker, Cathey Rizzi, Princeton HMC; Lana Chan, *Blanche Yates, Sujani Murthy, and *Shani Dixon; Princeton Junction Office. *Honored for their outstanding contribution to the Trident Group.

Property currently being used as a Garden Center. Green House, Koi Fish Market, Garden Statuary Store plus a large lot for storage of garden Products & Materials. Building contains a Store Apartment on the Upper Floor with a large deck. Large 3.45 acre lot is suitable for Other Commercial Uses. Sale price is for building & Lot. Inventory is optionally available for sale; estimated value is $350,000 but not required for sale.

Lot sufficiently large to accommodate additional buildings and additional parking Listed by Cyril “Cy” Gaydos Realtor Associate Cell: 609-509-0777 or 609-651-6659 realestate@cygaydos.com

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5 Olivia Road. Exquisite Yorkshire model in highly desired Washington Estates, Robbinsville Twp School District. This meticulously maintained 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home sits on over 1 acre of luscious, professional landscaping and has all of the upgrades you have been looking for. Hardwood floors throughout. Dream kitchen feat stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets, granite counter tops & Bosch 5 burner stove. Azek deck overlooking the large, fenced in yard. Master suite featuring double walk in closets, soaking tub, double vanity and separate water closet. Fully finished basement.

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1931 Nottingham Way. 3,300 sq ft office building

for sale on over a half acre lot. Located on the corner of Nottingham Way and Klockner Road. Great location on a busy intersection with high car traffic count and a 1/2 mile from Route 295. Main floor consists of 3 office spaces, conference room, reception and waiting area and a copy room. Second floor consists of mostly open floor plan. 2 zone newer HVAC. All gas heat. Private, parking lot plus 2 handicap spaces with outdoor spotlights. Building is ADA compliant. 200 amp electric panel has been updated, complete fire alarm and security system. Basement has had waterproofing system installed and exterior walk out bilco doors.

Pylon sign out front.

$249,900

216 E Front St. Great location to open an office.

First floor is currently set up for any type of medical office use. 5 patient exam rooms, a break room, a waiting room with patient window, fireplace and large bay window. Patient check out area with counter.

Separate patient and employee bathrooms, file room, front and rear entrance, storage room and professional office for physician. Can easily be used for any type of office space including a chiropractor, accupuncturist, physical therapist, massage therapist, attorney, accountant, insurance agent. Lots of car traffic on Front St. Building has newer windows, commercial heater was recently rebuilt and oil tank removed. There are 2 full apartments with private entrances, updated and fully leased. This building could be easily converted back to a single family home or possible 3rd apartment on first floor with township approval.

Cranbury

$625,000 55 N.Main St.

Great building with prime location in the heart of historic Cranbury.

Charming town w/great mix of Retail stores & restaurants.

3,000 sq ft of retail.

There are 2 additional flrs that could be converted to 2 nice size apartments. Property has 5 parking spots attached to an off street additional parking lot. Business has been operating for 25 plus years. Seller has township approvals for restaurant & apartments.

ROCCO D’ARMIENTO REALTOR®, Associate Broker NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Award® Selling Residential & Commercial • Licensed in NJ & PA Five Star REALTOR award since 2012 Winner - Gold 2012

Cell: 267-980-8546 Office: 609-924-1600 ext. 7601

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NEW HOPE Beautiful stone carriagehouse on gated-farm estate. Two bedrooms. Beamed cathedral ceiling, fireplace, wood floors, granite counters, patio, W/D, AC. $1925+utils. Smoke-free.

No-dogs.

215-359-8577 PRINCETON Nice Studio/Apartment in town with private entrance, private bath, off street parking. Low rent for tenant willing to provide a small amount of housekeeping in the house.

May be suitable for someone employed with flexible hours or a retired person. Low rent with possibility of some income for tenant willing to provide some assistance to retired university professor.

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Garage Sale PENNINGTON RAIN OR SHINE 48 Elm Ridge Rd. Fri. 6/1, Sat. 6/2 & Sun. 6/3, 9am-4pm.

Magnificent estate sale.

Nestled on 33 acres, private estate. Contemporary, modern, everything like new!

Something for everyone!

Help Wanted CDL DRIVER Must have passenger endorsement, experience, and a clean driving record. Perfect for retired Cranbury resident.

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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ MOVING SALE 124 GRANT AVE SATURDAY JUNE 2ND 9-3 (RAIN OR SHINE) Selling antiques, collectibles, household furniture, toys, and MUCH MORE Community Garage Sale Sat. June 9, 9am-1pm.

Housewares, furniture, books, clothing, Lenox and much more.

The Pointe at Turnbury (off Schalks Crossing between Ridge and Scudder Mills)

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Some cooking, cleaning & laundry. Flexible hours. Call 609-443-3480.

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