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Friday, December 4th, 2020

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St. Michaels Farm Preserve offers peace and expansiveness for 10 years

PHOTOS COURTESY OF D&R GREENWAY & LAND TRUST

Hikers enjoy the trails at St. Michaels Preserve.

D&R Greenway is celebrating the 10th anniversary of their preservation of land now beloved as St. Michaels Farm Preserve. Once upon a time, a large brick Victorian orphanage presided over these 400 acres in Hopewell Township. Set in expansive farm fields and richly forested land, children lived at and attended classes in St. Michael’s Orphanage and Industrial School from 1896 until its 1973 closing. The building was demolished in the 1970s. This land laid dormant, awaiting its ultimate fate. This very nearly translated into a development of more than 1,000 houses, plus a shopping center on the edge of the small town of Hopewell.

In autumn, 2005, D&R Greenway President and CEO Linda Mead received a call from the attorney for the Catholic Diocese of Trenton: “He told me that D&R Greenway would have the last chance to preserve the orphanage property. Dedicated as a special overlay zone, it could otherwise hold 1,050 houses, alongside a 30,000-square-foot shopping center. The diocese offered to sell it to us for $11 million.” The accredited land trust was chosen for this project because of D&R Greenway’s previous successes in saving large regional properties, such as The Institute for Advance Study land, Coventry Farm and Greenway Meadows. The non-profit immediately

accepted the challenge to raise the diocese’s asking price. “We secured $8 million in public funds from both the New Jersey State farmland and Green Acres programs; and from Mercer County and Hopewell Township and Borough. But $3 million remained to be raised by the March 15, 2007, deadline, after which building plans would begin. Extensive grassroots fundraising events and very generous individual gifts fueled more than 900 people to contribute to this purchase,” Mead said. Upon securing the funds, D&R Greenway completed final negotiations, contracted the technical work and ensured the site was cleaned up to standard before finalizing the purchase in January 2010. The very process of joining to save this land created strong community ties, not only in Hopewell’s Borough and Township but throughout the region. St. Michaels Farm Preserve, in the subsequent decade, has required another million dollars, and significant staff time to maintain and improve the preserve with the trails and features enjoyed today. Six miles of trails; plantings of edible hedgerows; streambank restoration; raising’of a new working barn built with historic beams; installation of kestrel and purple martin and bluebird boxes; parking lots for public access;

and new informative signage welcomes all visitors to the preserve. The sturdy new David Knights Bridge now carries the farm tractor, as well as neighboring hikers, across the Bedens Brook. The St. Michaels Farm Preserve has become a community treasure. An early project was the construction of the Charles Evans Overlook, off Aunt Molly Road, with its sweeping views of the town’s historic landscape. That very first summer, June 2010, the preserve was opened to the public with a community run and a plein air art exhibit, with music by the Hopewell Chorus and lowing of (fenced) farm animals. Community events on the land included a barn-raising celebration, a public walk to commemorate the new bridge with a ribbon-cutting, and the preserve hosted the 250th anniversary celebration of Hopewell Borough. In breeding season, the purple martin, American kestrel and bluebird houses keep the air

alive with wings and song. The new TravelStorys audio tour teaches local history, at every stop, via visitors’ smart phones. Funds from the land trust’s spring gala have allowed Marchand Meadow to be seeded with wildflowers in memory of legendary Princeton Mayor Phyllis Marchand. The meadow fills the footprint of the vanished orphanage. In late spring, D&R Greenway addressed COVID-related challenges of food security. New community connections emerged with Victory Gardens established in the 8-acre fenced field above the vintage red barn. A source of healthy, local food and welcome fellowship, neighbors tended 32 plots, 10 feet apart for social distancing. Seven Victory Garden plots were set aside for charity. Corinne Egner led volunteer gardeners, who provided tomatoes,

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Mercer County Park Commission holds tree planting event at Rosedale Park

High school ice hockey season delayed with state’s temporary suspension of indoor sports By ANDREW HARRISON

Staff Writer

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The Princeton High School (PHS) and Hopewell Valley Central High School (HVCHS) athletic departments, along with others statewide, are now adapting to Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order temporarily suspending indoor high school sports practices and competitions. The issued order, which goes into effect on Dec. 5, comes as the state faces the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic and a rise statewide in confirmed cases of COVID-19. The temporary suspension of youth and adult sports is scheduled to end on Jan. 2, if the order is not extended. “As we battle the second wave of COVID-19, we must continue to take all steps necessary to prevent needless infections, hospitalizations and deaths from this deadly virus,” Murphy said in a statement on Nov. 30. “It is our intention for indoor sports to resume in the new year, but this can only happen if our state remains committed to the fight against

COVID-19.” For high school sports, the suspension impacts the start of the ice hockey season. Official practices were scheduled to start on Dec. 14. PHS and HVCHS would have then been able to start ice hockey competition play on Jan. 4, which was the official New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) start date for competition play statewide. “NJSIAA is aware of the governor’s announcement regarding indoor sports and can confirm that it will impact the start of the high school ice hockey season. We’re hopeful that, with schedule modifications, the ice hockey season will be viable when the state’s

pause is lifted,” the NJSIAA said in a statement on Nov. 30. “No other indoor, high school sports are impacted by the governor’s order at all but ice hockey had their start dates moved to January 2021 or later.” If the order is not extended, high school basketball, fencing and bowling can begin official practices on Jan. 11 and have competitions commence starting Jan. 26; swimming and winter track and field are slated for practice starting on Feb. 1 and competition games then beginning on Feb. 16; and gymnastics, girls volleyball and wrestling practices will start on March 1 with competition play scheduled to kick off on March 16.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF MERCER COUNTY PARK COMMISSION

The Mercer County Park Commission held a tree planting event at Rosedale Park in Pennington. More than 80 large stock trees have been planted by volunteers.

Hopewell Township to hire a full-time public health nurse By ANDREW HARRISON

Staff Writer

Hopewell Township municipal officials are searching for a full-time public health nurse as the township grapples with a rise in COVID-19 cases. The township committee introduced an ordinance amending the comprehensive salary and wage plan to include the title of public health nurse at a meeting on Nov. 30. The public hearing to adopt the ordinance is scheduled for Dec. 14. Officials hope to hire someone as soon as possible and preferably by the end of the year, and have

already posted the job, they said during the meeting. “This will be a regular fulltime staff position,” Business Administrator Elaine Borges said. Borges had previously stated during the Nov. 30 township committee meeting that the township has been filling the position with a part-time person provided to them from the Capital Health system. “We have gotten to the point with everything going on with COVID and etc. it is too much for a part-time person,” she said. According to the township health department, Hopewell Township has traditionally had a

part-time public health nurse providing a variety of services, such as communicable disease investigations, clinical services to the community (e.g. blood pressure screenings), immunizations and health education programs. “During the initial surge of COVID cases this past spring, the township secured grant funding to bring on additional part-time personnel for case investigations and contact tracing,” Health Officer Dawn Marling said. “As the pandemic continues, the township is seeking to ensure stable full-time coverage for this role, which will involve continued case management and support for

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COVID vaccination campaigns.” Marling added that when hired, a full-time nurse will allow the health department to expand clinical services and outreach programs, allowing them to address the needs of a growing population. The week of the Thanksgiving holiday, Hopewell Township experienced an increase in COVID-19 cases. The health department reported on Nov. 30 that the township had 49 new cases as of Nov. 26. The township has had 265 positive cases with eight deaths from the virus, as of press time.

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CALENDAR Ongoing

The Princeton Farmers Market will offer its Winter Market Series at its temporary outdoor location on Franklin Avenue, providing ample space for social distancing. Markets will operate 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on select dates. Market dates are posted at www.princetonfarmersmarket.com/calendar The market is authorized to accept SNAP/EBT cards and matches up to $10 on SNAP transactions, per eligible customer, per day. Those eligible for SNAP benefits can learn more by emailing princetonfarmersmarketnj@gmail.com Shoppers must wear masks at all times and practice social distancing while waiting in lines. Vendors offer pre-order options and contactless payment methods; for more information, visit www.princetonfarmersmarket.com Mercer County Community College’s youth program, Camp College, is accepting students for Winter Session and Spring 2021. Virtual classes for students ages 6-14 focus on science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) with staggered start dates from December through May. Each course is taught live through Zoom and provides a project-based learning experience that combines peer learning with creativity. Offerings range from science and planetary science study, to writing and book publishing, to coding, animation techniques and virtual reality design. A new e-Sports games-play skill builder was added this session. Two new courses will be introduced this session, including Young Authors where students write and publish books, and YouTube FX Masters where students create Hollywood-style special effects and graphics. Other courses include NASA – STEM Explorers, where kids explore the atmosphere and beyond, train like real astronauts and solve real-world engineering problems; Super Slimy Smokey Science, which delves into a variety of scientific fields using objects such as Silly Putty and Slime, and investigates the field of optical illusions; Code Your Own Adventure, which blends classic storytelling with animation techniques and coding; Minecraft Modders, which teaches scripting and logic statements to create mods; Roblox Makers, which focuses on how to build 3D models and animations; and Virtual Real-

ity: The Future Is Now, which focuses on the foundations of VR design through the creation of virtual worlds, the exploration of simulated environments and the crafting of 3D experiences. New classes will continue to be added throughout the winter and spring. Classes start at $149. For more information, email campcollege@mccc.edu, visit mccc.edu/campcollege or call Continuing Studies Registration at 609-570-3311.

Fri., December 4

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Hamilton will host its traditional Tree of Lights winter celebration online at 7 p.m. Dec. 4. To join in, visit rwjbh.org/hamiltontreeoflights The Fund for Irish Studies at Princeton University will present a reading by poet Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 4 via Zoom. Chuilleanáin is an Ireland professor of poetry 2016-19, and professor emeritus in the School of English at Trinity College Dublin. This event will be live captioned. Viewers in need of other access accommodations are invited to contact the Lewis Center at least two weeks in advance at LewisCenter@princeton.edu For information and the Zoom registration link, visit https://arts.princeton.edu/ events/fund-for-irish-studies-reading-byeilean-ni-chuilleanain/

Sat., December 5

Collecting Art 101 will be held virtually from 1-5 p.m. Dec. 5, courtesy of the Princeton University Art Museum. Join three fine arts specialists as they share tips on how to begin and maintain an art collection. This program will explore collecting photography, prints and 20th century American painting. Featuring Sarah Morthland, certified member, Appraisers Association of America, speaking about collecting photography from 1-2 p.m.; Cora Michael, owner/principal, Cora Michael Fine Art LLC, speaking about collecting prints from 2:30-3:30 p.m.; and Jonathan Spies, former gallery director, Menconi + Schoelkopf, speaking about 20th century American paintings, from 4-5 p.m. Register for one session, or join all three. Each session has its own registration link. Register for each session individually.

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Saturdays, Dec. 5 and 12

The History Center Gift Shop, located at 6 S. Main St. in Cranbury, will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 5 and 12. For more information, visit www.cranburyhistory.org

Sun., December 6

The Dryden Ensemble will hold its autumn benefit concert at 4 p.m. Dec. 6 via Zoom. Details will be released soon. For updated information, visit www. drydenensemble.org/ The Give the Gift of Friendship Dog Walk will be held Dec. 6 at Ann Van Middlesworth Park, 17 Pleasant View Road, Hillsborough, in order to add resident Ethan McKeown to a waiting list to receive an autism service dog through 4 Paws For Ability. The minimum amount needed is $17,000 for the training. Register at runsignup.com

Through Mon., December 7

A Christmas Carol @HOME is an experience being offered by the McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton. Receive individually wrapped envelopes with scenes that can be performed together in person or virtually; charactersketch postcards to color, frame or send; conversation cards to spark dialogue and conversation, ideal for all ages, connecting the timeless themes in Dickens’ classic story with today; and more ways to enhance the experience online, including access to a full script and stage adaptation, photo and video submissions of your own “A Christmas Carol” performances, and local promotions from the community. Limited availability. While supplies last. Order by Dec. 7 to ensure delivery by Dec. 24. While supplies last. For more information, visit https:// w w w. m c c a r t e r. o r g / t i c k e t s - e v e n t s / ACCatHOME/?vgo_ee=rnbuQ5FiiTsvWx %2FFq0R4xaIfYyzJc77mf9vNIlXPl%2F c%3D

Tues., December 8

Expressing the Passions of the Soul: The Study of Human Emotions in Art and Science will be presented at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Join Veronica White, curator of academic programs, and Alex Todorov, professor, University of Chicago Booth School of Business, as they reflect on his teaching experience at the Art Museum and his publication “Face Value: The Irresistible Influence of First Impressions” (Princeton University Press, 2017). Membership and registration are required to attend this virtual event. Membership is free. Join at https://artmuseum.princeton.edu/support/membership/free-membership Register for the program at https:// princeton.zoom.us/webinar/register/ WN_64UQr84iTee2EBFo9cbOiQ The Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund (LALDEF) will present a virtual reading of Donna Barbara Higuera’s new novel, “Lupe Wong Won’t Dance,” followed by a question-and-answer session at 4 p.m. Dec. 8. The character of Wong is a combination of Higuera and her children and some of their experiences. The book is the story of a determined middle school girl who needs an A in all her classes in order to meet her favorite pitcher, Fu Li Hernandez, who is Chinacan/Mexinese, just like she is. So,

when the horror that is square dancing rears its head in the gym, Lupe is not going to let that slide. To register, visit tfaforms.com/4862645. Established in 2004, LALDEF promotes the rights of all immigrants (with a focus on the Latin American community in Mercer County); facilitates access to health care, education and legal representation; advocates for the integration of immigrants; and fosters intercultural communication to strengthen our communities. Visit laldef.org

Thurs., December 10

The Mercer County Library will offer drive-up visits with Santa from 10:3011:30 a.m. Dec. 10 at the Lawrence headquarters branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville. Rain date is Dec. 15. Children of all ages are welcome to come to the Hickory Corner branch for a safe way to tell Santa Christmas wishes from the car. Children will receive a candy cane and take home craft after their visit. Adults and children over age 2 must wear masks and must remain in the vehicle. The library will not be open to the public, so there will be no access to bathrooms. Registration is required. Email acozzito@mcl.org There are 38 spaces available.

Louise Glyck will be the focus of a virtual poetry circle at 7 p.m. Dec. 10. Sharon, a librarian for the Lawrence branch of the Mercer County Library System, will lead the discussion on the American poet. Registration with an email is required in order to connect through GoToMeeting. For more information, email hopeprogs@mcl.org

Sat., December 12

The Arts Council of Princeton will offer a workshop in felted jewelry from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 12 in the studio, 102 Witherspoon St., Princeton. Explore fiber arts and create textile jewelry through carding, weaving and felting with wool. This class will be taught using social distancing measures and students will be required to wear a mask. Cost is $35 for members or $45 for nonmembers. To register, visit https://public.artscouncilofprinceton.org/public/classdirect/1527

Through Sat., December 12

The Work of Adrienne Kennedy: Inspiration & Influence will be presented by McCarter @Home through Dec. 12. Kennedy is one of the most prolific and widely studied living playwrights. Despite her outsized influence, Kennedy is not a household name. This digital festival is a celebration of why she should be. For more information, visit https:// www.mccarter.org/adriennekennedy

Homefront’s ArtJam for the Holidays is a reimagined art event that will be held through Dec. 12. HomeFront’s ArtJam for the Holidays will feature the work of more than 50 local and regional artists, ArtSpace and SewingSpace artists. Offering one-of-a-kind art for sale online, or in-person by appointment only at the HomeFront Family campus in the Blue Garage, HomeFront Family Campus, 101 Celia Way, Ewing. Paintings, pottery, glasswork, and hand-sewn items comprise a diversity of visual art, fine crafts as well as home and holiday décor. Proceeds will help support the artists and ArtSpace programs.

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Friday, December 4, 2020

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Thanks to those who supported HomeFront families on Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is a very special day in many ways. It is not a religious, patriotic or commercial holiday, but rather a time for families to gather over a special meal and count the blessings in their lives. While this year looked different for so many, the local families that HomeFront serves who are homeless or very low-income were especially thankful. Thankful to have a safe place to sleep at night, to have food on their table – and grateful for our caring community. For the past 30 years HomeFront has called on all of you to provide these families with baskets filled with all the ingredients for a wonderful celebration. The response has been overwhelming, and this year was no exception. Donors even included gift cards for turkeys, Thanksgiving decorations and groceries for the following week. On behalf of all the families who were blessed with a very special meal we thank all the individuals, congregations and corporations who made it possible, and hope their Thanksgivings were equally special. Kelsey Espada HomeFront Volunteer Coordinator Meghan Cubano HomeFront Director of Community Engagement HomeFront Lawrenceville

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign begins Law enforcement officials will be cracking down on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs as part of the annual end of year “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” statewide campaign. Through Jan. 1, 2021, local and state law enforcement officials will conduct saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints looking for motorists who may be driving while intoxicated. The national effort endeavors to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving through a combination of high-visibility enforcement and public education. During the last five years New Jersey has experienced more than 36,000 alcohol involved crashes resulting in 648 fatalities, according to provided information. Last year, 22% of all motor vehicle fatalities in New Jersey were alcohol-related. Nationally, 10,551 died in 2018 in drunk driving crashes. The societal cost associated with these crashes is estimated to be $44 billion annually, according to the statement.

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Preserve Continued from Page 1A

Victory Gardens benefits from the passion that Bill Flemer squash, lettuce, sweet and white potatoes and other fresh brings to his job as preserve manager. D&R Greenway’s vegetables during the height of the growing season, to stewardship team, under the leadership of Tina Notas, enAunt Chubby’s Hopewell luncheonette. This fresh pro- sures informative signage, attractive entrances and habiduce was used to provide box lunches and bags of grocer- tat improvements. It takes a village – of staff, volunteers and donors – to ensure that this land remains a welcoming ies to up to 60 local families in need. On Halloween, D&R Greenway provided an alterna- place for the many people that love it. Naturalists delight in four plant communities upon tive to trick-or-treating with this preserve: agricultural, a drive-through parade on shrub/scrub, hedgerows the farmland. Surrounded and forest. Several patches by peak foliage, 10 floats of forest rise at its southwere created by local orgaernmost end and along the nizations, giving meaning to eastern side. Nearly 35 acres the theme, “I Love LAND of forest delight preserve because …” Victory Garhikers east of Aunt Molly deners created a scarecrow Road. This larger array of garden. One hundred sevtrees is an extremely highenty cars brought families quality forest, including a and friends of all ages to be shale barren reminiscent of delighted as they paraded. a Midwestern savanna with Just before the pandemic several widely-spaced white began, Josephine Allen gave oaks. a packed-house presentation Ornithologists and conin D&R Greenway’s 1900 summate birders regularly PHOTOS COURTESY OF D&R GREENWAY & LAND TRUST barn, the Johnson EducaD&R Greenway & Land Trust weathervane inventory birds on the St. tion Center. The youngest Michaels land. Almost one orphan at St. Michaels, she hundred species have been was also the last to leave the orphanage. Nature on that tallied. The list includes eleven species of warbler, vivid land was literally a lifesaver for that child. The audience Indigo bunting, and spring’s dazzling rose-breasted groslaughed, cried and went away with a story they’ll not soon beak and scarlet tanager. A pair of harriers cruise these forget. Jo is now a volunteer at D&R Greenway, having fields in quest of voles and mice. American kestrels live in found St. Michaels at a bonfire celebration, eager always boxes tailored to their needs and installed by D&R Greento expound upon the benefits of preserved land. In all seasons, walkers, with or without dogs, bikes and way, as do purple martins and bluebirds. Near the vintage strollers, enjoy St. Michael’s trails, some of which fol- barn, both a great blue and a little green heron have been low the old farm roads, leading into rich woodlands. In seen along its nearby creek. Visitors are reminded to make use of D&R Greenway’s this time of COVID restrictions, visitors faithfully respect TravelStorys audio tour. Downloaded to the smartphone, social distancing needs, wearing their masks, providing histories of this land are triggered upon passing points wide berth in passing. Autumn’s birders raise binoculars of interest. Stories tell of the Orphanage and its shrine, to follow the pair of northern harriers, swoop-hunting St. natural features of the preserved land, and the people and Michael’s open fields. All delight in the increasing return community who ensured this land would be here for all of grassland birds to the preserve. generations. Cameras are an everyday accessory. Artists set up eaAs we end a challenging year and look to enjoy the sels; poets create new works inspired by this special land. peace of the holidays, D&R Greenway invites the public Long views of inspiring sunsets, in this 10th anniversary to visit their St. Michaels Farm Preserve to enjoy its treayear, add to the spiritual effects on yoga classes led by sures. They welcome contributions from those who walk Fyrefly Yoga. Expansiveness and peace are the preserve’s and enjoy the preserve as people contemplate end-of-year natural gifts. charitable giving. St. Michaels Farm Preserve has become a community Gifts can be made at www.drgreenway.org. resource, cared for and increasingly expanded over its first decade, thanks to D&R Greenway and its generous donors. Day-to-day management of the preserve and the

• This article was submitted by D&R Greenway Land Trust.

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Get outside and embrace ‘friluftsliv’ this winter

riluftsliv might be hard to pronounce, but it is a concept to embrace this winter amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Meaning “open-air life” in Norwegian, friluftsliv (pronounced free-loofts-liv) is deeply ingrained in Nordic culture. Scandinavians are renowned for their love of the outdoors, no matter the season or weather. There’s even a popular saying: “There is no bad weather, only bad clothes.” At Scandinavian latitudes, where winter means scarce daylight and frigid temperatures, friluftsliv is an incredibly helpful attitude. Why not try it out this winter for the sake of our health and sanity? After the first COVID outbreak this past spring, socializing outside with friends and family became a way of life for many. It was easy in the warm months to spend leisurely hours walking with friends, hanging out at parks and beaches, and dining outdoors. But as winter’s chill sets in, a different mindset is needed to avoid either spending the next several months in isolation or spreading COVID-19 at indoor gatherings. Friluftsliv is all about connecting with nature, either alone or socially. Numerous studies have shown that time spent outdoors boosts physical and mental health. A 2019 study published in the journal “Nature” found that spending just two hours a week in natural environments like parks or green spaces increases happiness and feelings of well-being. “According to United Nations listings, Scandinavian countries consistently rank as the happiest countries on Earth,” points out Oliver Luke Delorie, author of the book “Friluftsliv: Reconnect with Nature,” published earlier this year.

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Friluftsliv is not limited to hard-core outdoor activities like winter camping in the backwoods, snowshoeing in deep powder, or gliding across a frozen fjord. It’s a lifestyle choice of enjoying moments outdoors. Think lunchtime strolls with friends, bicycling around town, or bundling up and enjoying a steaming mug of cocoa in the snow. The Norwegians even have a special word, utepils, for drinking a beer outdoors! Here are some ideas for getting into the spirit of friluftsliv this winter: • Dress for the weather, because you won’t have fun if you are cold and wet. Wear essentials like a warm parka, wool hat, snow-proof boots, longjohns and insulated gloves or mittens. By the way, outdoor gear makes great holiday gifts for those who will be joining you outside; • Look for new parks, forests and trails to explore with friends. Hiking is great in cold weather and many hikers prefer it to the hot, humid conditions of summer. You will warm up quickly once you start moving, so make sure to dress in layers. This state we’re in has an incredible variety of trails in all regions and for all ability levels. And without leaves on trees, you will get better views of birds, wildlife and scenery. • Summer is not the only time to visit the beach. New Jersey’s beaches – 130 miles of them, all nearly empty in winter – are great for walking. As a bonus, you will get soothing views of breaking waves and may be lucky enough to spot diving winter birds like loons and gannets, and marine mammals like whales, dolphins and seals. • Make the outdoors the center of your social life. After warming up with a brisk walk, enjoy an outdoor picnic where it’s easy to avoid ants, flies and mosquitoes. If local

lakes and ponds freeze over, organize a skating party. If it snows, try sledding or cross-country skiing … or have a snowman building contest. Toast marshmallows around a campfire, just as you would in summer. Remember to wear a mask and keep socially distanced. An added bonus: a face mask helps keep your face from freezing! • If you have a yard, deck or patio, prep your outdoor spaces for winter entertaining. This would be the year to invest in improvements to extend the outdoor season, such as patio heaters, fire pits, warm seat cushions, blankets and hand warmers. • If you are interested in meeting new people or going on guided adventures, consider joining an outdoor club. Organizations like the Appalachian Mountain Club of New York-North Jersey and the Outdoor Club of South Jersey offer hikes and events in all seasons – all subject to COVID-19 precautions. The state parks system also sponsors walks, hikes and events year round – see its calendar at https://www.state. nj.us/dep/parksandforests/calendar/index.html • Check out conservation groups in your area for hikes and other events. For example, the nonprofit Raritan Headwaters Association hit it off the friluftsliv charts recently with a European-style lighted paper lantern parade through the meadows of its nature preserve in Bedminster at sunset. Connect with nature this winter for your health and happiness. Michele S. Byers is the executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, Far Hills. She may be reached at info@njconservation.org

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characterized by the breakdown of the cartilage in the joint that protects your bones from rubbing against each other. Though osteoarthritis can affect any joint in your body, it most commonly occurs in your knees and hips, causing pain, stiffness, swelling and decreased range of motion. In many cases, osteoarthritis can be managed with medication and lifestyle changes such as weight loss and increased physical activity. However, when the pain keeps you from leading an active life, surgery to replace your hip or knee can provide a safe and effective remedy. In simplest terms, joint replacement surgery involves removing the damaged parts of a joint and replacing them with a metal, plastic or a ceramic device called a prosthesis. The prosthesis is designed to replicate the movement of a normal, healthy joint. Joint replacement surgery is common in the United States, with more than 1.2 million hip and knee replacement procedures performed annually, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. At Penn Medicine Princeton Health, hip and knee replacement procedures may be performed on an inpatient basis or as an outpatient procedure for appropriate candidates. Physical Therapy Starts Within Hours As the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons notes, regular exercise to restore strength and mobility to your joint is important for a full recovery after surgery. Insurance typically requires surgeons to prescribe physical therapy after knee and hip replacement, and therapy typically begins within hours after the procedure. Whether in an inpatient or outpatient setting, a physical therapist will teach you how to move safely following precautions, sit at the edge of the bed, stand, put some weight on the joint, and walk. The physical therapist will also help you begin an exercise program to improve the strength and flexibility of the muscles around the joint. You are normally able to go home once you are able to walk safely, navigate steps and complete your exercise program. As part of your recovery, outpatient physical therapy will continue to focus on range of motion, strength, endurance and balance to help you achieve your highest functional level. Physical therapy can also help manage pain and decrease swelling with modalities and manual therapy techniques. Physical therapy is aimed at: • Improving range of motion. After surgery, swelling and pain may keep you from moving your joint as you desire. Physical therapy can help you work through this and improve range of motion. • Strengthening muscles. Building strength in the muscles surrounding the joint can help decrease the need for assistive devices like a walker, crutches or cane. • Restoring balance. As you continue to recover, agility exercises will help you restore balance so you can safely navigate things like icy sidewalks or uneven terrain. Agility exercises can also help you make the sudden stops and turns that many sports require. • Returning normal function. Physical therapy exercises can help you return to the activities you were able to do before pain started to limit your motion. For some, that could mean returning to tennis or golf, for others it could mean restoring the ability to carry groceries up a set of stairs or taking a pain-free walk in the park. It is important to note that some patients may need home care services for a brief period of time until they can

safely attend an outpatient physical therapy program. An Individualized Approach Princeton Rehabilitation offers patients an individualized, goal-oriented treatment program that progresses based on your level of pain and tolerance to therapy. In-person physical therapy appointments are offered in Hamilton, Monroe, Plainsboro, Princeton and South Brunswick. For patients seeking care at the Monroe site, transportation is available. Telemedicine appointments are also available. Telemedicine allows new and existing patients and physical therapists to connect remotely through a secure video application on a smartphone, desktop or laptop computer for one-on-one care. For more information about Princeton Rehabilitation or to find a physical therapist with Princeton Rehabilitation, call 609-853-7840 or visit www.princetonhcs.org. Sangita Verma, PT, DPT, MBA, GCS holds a doctorate degree in physical therapy, is a geriatric certified specialist, and is the director of Rehabilitation for Princeton Rehabilitation.

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Appointment-only gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Sign up online at www.signupgenius.com/ go/10c0d48acaf2aabf8c16-2020

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Voices Chorale NJ (VCNJ) invites singers who would like to hone musical and singing skills to join an online meeting application on Monday nights from 7:30-9 p.m. through Dec. 14. The series of classes will be curated by Dr. David A. McConnell, artistic director of VCNJ. Topics will include vocal development, ear training, sight singing, study of choral literature, and more. Participants can look forward to valuable training for skilled amateur choral singers. All members of the singing community are welcome to participate. The cost for the program is $115. Interested singers should email info@voiceschoralenj.org to receive additional instructions.

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Dove Hospice Services of New Jersey will hold an interactive program on Zoom, “Getting Through the Holidays Without Someone You Love,” at 1 p.m. Dec. 16. Presented by Doug Skerbetz, chaplain. To register, email Doug@dovehs.com A link will be emailed prior to the call with instructions on how to access the presentation.

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The Princeton Family YMCA will hold a series of “Paths to Success,” a weekly online interview series for students in grade 6 and above, from 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 16. The schedule is: • Dec. 9 – Monique Jones, director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Stuart Day School, Princeton

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Rutgers leading coronavirus therapeutic clinical trial that focuses on cases with mild symptoms Researchers are investigating a potential treatment for people recently diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 who have no or mild symptoms Rutgers is leading a clinical trial assessing the combination of nitazoxanide, ribavirin and hydroxychloroquine to treat people 21 or older who are infected with SARSCoV-2 and are asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic. The trial is being conducted with Synavir Corporation, a global health company that works with academia, industry and government to develop combination treatments for new viral infections. The trial â&#x20AC;&#x201D; called Triple Combination Antiviral Coronavirus Therapy (TriACT) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; seeks to determine whether treating people who test positive for coronavirus but who do not have symptoms or have mild symptoms with this combination will reduce the amount of virus and their chances of getting sick, according to information provided by Rutgers on Nov. 30. There are no proven treatments for COVID-19, but there is some evidence that medications used to treat other infections might also work against COVID-19, especially if they are used in combination. This three-drug combination has been shown in experimental studies to be highly effective in suppressing viral replication. Participants will be given the drug combination or a placebo. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Medications for outpatients with COVID-19 that shorten the duration of the illness, prevent the need for hospitalization and, perhaps most importantly, prevent spread of the disease to others are a critical need that are currently missing in therapeutics,â&#x20AC;? principal investigator Jeffrey Carson, MD, a Provost at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences and a Distinguished Professor of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, said in the statement. The trial will assess the rate of decline in viral load in 70 people over 10 days and compare the proportion of participants who are asymptomatic and symptomatic at 10 days versus the time of onset; the frequency of the development of fever and other symptoms of COVID-19 in those who were asymptomatic at enrollment; the progression in severity of COVID-19 symptoms, including hospitalization and length of stay, admission to an intensive care unit and the number of days in the unit, and death of any cause; the severity of disease in participants who develop symptoms of COVID-19; and the side effects of the therapy compared to a placebo. It also seeks to determine whether the baseline viral load predicts response to therapy and new COVID-19 infection in household members. The trial was designed to allow the study participants to largely participate safely from home. They will visit the clinic only three times. They will receive a TriACT Study Kit, which includes the study medicine, swabbing kits and all other materials needed to complete the investigation, within 10 days, and will return to the clinic at days 14 and

28 for a status check, according to the statement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To successfully treat life-threatening RNA viruses such as SARS-CoV-2, we believe that antiviral medicines must act on multiple, sequential points in the viral replication life cycle,â&#x20AC;&#x153; Gregory T. Went, co-founder at Synavir, said in the statement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are pleased to collaborate with Dr. Carsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team to investigate this approach to treatment of COVID-19 and potentially help improve outcomes for newly diagnosed patients.â&#x20AC;? The researchers are seeking referrals from physicians of outpatients with a SARS-CoV-2 positive test within seven days. To be eligible, patients must have been diagnosed within the previous six days, preferably within the last two days. For more information, call 833-874-2281 (1-833-TRIACT1), email triact@rwjms.rutgers.edu or visit www.triact1.com.

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Princeton University will allow all undergraduates on campus for spring semester Princeton University will welcome back all undergraduate students enrolled at the university for the spring semester in 2021. The university made the announcement on Nov. 24., through a letter to the campus community by University President Christopher Eisgruber. â&#x20AC;&#x153;During the fall term, we cultivated strong public health norms and practices on the Princeton campus; monitored and learned from experiences with the virus at Princeton and elsewhere; and established an on-campus testing laboratory,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In light of that work, we have concluded that, if we test the campus population regularly, and if everyone on campus rigorously adheres to public health guidance about masking, social distancing and other practices, we can welcome a far greater number of students back to Princeton.â&#x20AC;? The university will continue to support remote learning for anyone who chooses it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This invitation is in addition to the existing accommodations for our graduate students, many of whom we were able to welcome back to campus in the fall,â&#x20AC;? Eisgruber added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As our undergraduates consider whether to opt for a residential or a remote experience this spring, we encourage them to think carefully about the special responsibilities and conditions associated with participating in our residential community while the pandemic continues.â&#x20AC;? According to the university, if undergraduates decide to return to campus for the spring semester there will be limitations and restrictions. They include: â&#x20AC;˘ Most instruction remaining online even for those undergraduates who reside on or proximate to campus. Classes with an in-person component will be offered in

hybrid format, meaning that every class will be available in an online format to students studying at Princeton or remotely. â&#x20AC;˘ Masking and social distancing requirements will apply throughout campus. â&#x20AC;˘ All undergraduate students residing on campus or in the Princeton area will be required to participate in the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coronavirus testing program and to comply strictly with all instructions related to contact tracing, quarantine and isolation. â&#x20AC;˘ Parties and most other social gatherings will be prohibited. â&#x20AC;˘ Undergraduate students will be prohibited from hosting visitors and will be restricted from traveling. â&#x20AC;˘ All returning undergraduates, including those from New Jersey, will be required to quarantine upon arrival to campus. â&#x20AC;˘ To reduce the risk of spread within dormitories, we will house students on a one-to-a bedroom basis. Depending on demand, some students may be housed proximate to campus rather than on it. â&#x20AC;˘ The university may have to lock down all or part of the campus for extended periods because of high infection rates at the university or in the surrounding community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We expect that restrictions will have to be especially tight as we begin the term in February, when we anticipate that infection rates in the country and in New Jersey will remain high and when the weather will limit outdoor interactions,â&#x20AC;? Eisgruber said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hope, but cannot guarantee, that there will be opportunities to increase interaction, and to phase in more activities, as the term progresses.â&#x20AC;?

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By Pam Hersh

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s I emerged on Black Friday from the Princeton CVS on Nassau Street to a horde of unmasked kids who refused to move out of the way to let me pass, I turned red with anger, assumed the status of a crazy little lady, and hollered: “Wear a friggin’ mask.” Thank you to New Jersey’s First Lady Tammy Murphy. She inspired me to act – by sending me a sign – literally. The New Jersey Department of Health and the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund, founded by First Lady Tammy Murphy, created a billboard with three of my favorite New Jerseyans – Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi and Jon Stewart. Wearing masks, the three pop culture icons are pictured standing next to each other and saying “Wear A Friggin’ Mask.” Reportedly, there are 30 of these billboards scattered throughout the state, even though I have only seen it on Twitter. I would have added a footnote: ‘Wear your friggin’ mask over your mouth and NOSE.’ I contemplated installing a lawn sign reproducing the billboard, but banned that thought from my psyche, when I realized it would mean that Princeton would accumulate yet another lawn sign. The unchecked invasion of lawn signs is certainly less deadly than COVID, but possibly very harmful to everyone’s health in the future. It is truly a quirky quality of humans that in an era of massive electronic and virtual communication, the Fred Flintstone of communications strategies – tactile signs on billboards, bulletin boards, bus shelters, and lawns are favorite vehicles for communication. Unlike the paper notices on bulletin boards and bus shelters which can be safely recycled, the lawn signs have a life of their own – a non recyclable life of their own. Ninety percent of campaign signs are made from corrugated cardboard coated in plastic, making the campaign signs the

zombies of the sign world. If you throw out a plastic campaign sign, it will end up in either a landfill and take a very long time to biodegrade or in a waste incinerator, which releases toxic emissions and greenhouse gases when burning plastic. Landfills also produce greenhouse gases, mostly methane and carbon dioxide, which contribute to climate change by trapping heat in the atmosphere. Lawn signs like weeds took over Princeton’s lawns during this recent heated election, not only because of the Biden/Trump contest, but also because of the school board race in which it seemed as though everyone except for Pam Hersh wanted to be a School Board member. Add these election signs to all the signs promoting social justice, celebrating our first responders, and advertising home renovation contractors, and Princeton residents experienced a lawn-sign blizzard. Maybe, I thought, people figured that plastic signs were effective at keeping the virus away. In fact, they not only fail to thwart the virus, they also raise my blood pressure. The only sign of the season that I did not want to destroy was

Tammy Murphy’s sign hoisted high above the ground and easily repurposed when the mask campaign is concluded. In an effort to reduce my blood pressure, I called Sustainable Princeton to find out what people should do with their plastic lawn signs – no matter what the message. Talking to Jenny Ludmer, who is the community outreach manager for Sustainable Princeton, I learned of some clever repurposing for the lawn signs of 2020. The signs with timeless messages of social justice (Black Lives Matter, Hate Has No Home Here, etc.), democracy (Vote), and gratitude to first responders, who deserve to be thanked 24/7, should can stay on one’s lawn forever and need no recycling. The political ones, however, present a challenge. Sustainable Princeton recycles the metal holders for the signs, but not the signs themselves. Jenny and I batted around a few ideas pertaining to sign reuse. The first thing to do is consider whether the candidates may run for office again. Keep those Trump signs, since he has said he will run again

in 2024. And who knows about Biden. But if one is unwilling to hold onto a sign for sentimental or political reasons, then hold onto it for artistic and practical reasons. People have repurposed the signs into museum-worthy collages, funky lamp shades, and stools strong enough to support the weight of an adult. Others have used the signs as construction material for planters, kids’ swings, chicken coops and small sheds. It seems hard to imagine that scientists and engineers, who responded so miraculously with innovative solutions to the challenges of COVID, are unable to find a way to replace unrecyclable signs with recyclable ones. Probably the best thing one can do is lobby for signs that are recyclable. I am all in favor of old-fashioned communication vehicles – but if elected officials are banning plastic bags (yay, yay, yay) then we need to ban the signs promoting the elected officials who banned plastic bags. For Sustainable Princeton’s extensive recycling programs, visit www.Sustainableprinceton.org

Always Better Together A Story of Acceptance, Friendship and Love

Christine’s Hope for Kids takes on bullying with a children’s book that teaches important lessons about accepting our differences, the true meaning of friendship, the power of forgiveness and the most important lesson of all, that treating others with kindness and love is the true path to happiness. This book was written in honor of Christine Gianacaci, who loved helping kids, especially those who were being treated unfairly because of their differences. Local author Linda Martin, has written a beautiful story that addresses bullying through important lessons about acceptance, tolerance and the power of kindness. Illustrator, Anita Barghigiani, has brought the book to life with her beautiful images. Always Better Together is the perfect gift for every child on your holiday list. It can be purchased on christineshope.org and at these local businesses. In Pennington at Artistic Designs, Emily’s Cafe & Catering, Orion Jewelry Studio, Pennington Quality Market, Rosedale Mills, The Front Porch and Twirl Toy Store. Also in Lawrenceville at Enzo's La Piccola Cucina and in Robbinsville at Salon Xtraordinare.

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Seven Pennington School seniors to play Division I sports in college Seven Pennington School seniors signed NCAA National Letters of Intent to play Division I sports in college. The students are Jack Borden (soccer, Lafayette College), David Curtiss (swimming, NC State University), Kylie Daigle (soccer, Rutgers University), Ben Eckerson (swimming, Virginia Tech), Oliver Gassman (swimming, University of Maryland, Baltimore County), Jordan Mahony (soccer, American University), and Babacar Niang (soccer, Wake Forest University). Jack Borden, of Stockton, has made his mark on the Pennington Boys’ Soccer team. He is a two-time Mercer County Champion and a First-Team All-Prep and All-Area selection. He was also a candidate for TopDrawerSoccer’s AllAmerican watchlist. “Borden had a teamfirst mentality and wanted results for the team over his personal achievements and recognition,” Coach Chad Bridges said in a statement prepared after the Nov. 11 signing. “I believe that he will bring that same level of commitment, dedication, drive, and determination next year to Lafayette.” David Curtiss, of Yardley, Pennsylvania, has had a stellar career as a member

of Pennington’s swimming program, breaking numerous records and accruing many honors. Over the past three years Curtiss has also set pool records at many schools. This year, he was selected to USA Swimming’s National Team for the second year in a row, and he qualified for Olympic trials in 2021. At the 2020 Eastern Interscholastic Swimming and Diving Championship, Curtiss was named Easterns Most Valuable Male Swimmer, and The Times of Trenton selected him as the Swimmer of the Year for the second year running. An eight-time AllAmerican, Curtiss had AllAmerican performances this year at Easterns and at the NJISAA State B Championship. Curtiss concluded his junior year by setting a new national independent school record in the 50 yard freestyle, and he also holds the national independent high school record for the 50 meter short-course event. Heading into his senior year, Curtiss is undefeated in the 50 yard and 50 meter freestyle in high school meets, and he has broken records held by historical Olympic swimmers. Coach George Ward believes Curtiss is at the

beginning of his true potential and will have one of the most exciting sprinting careers at NC State and beyond, according to the statement. Kylie Daigle, a boarding student from Franklinville, has been a star player on the girls’ soccer team. Her many accolades during her four years on the varsity team include NJISAA Prep A All-State First Team; The Trentonian’s First Team All-Area and Prep Player of the Year; The Times of Trenton’s First Team AllArea; the New Jersey Girls’ Soccer Coaches Association’s All-State team; and the Mercer 33, a list of the top 33 girls’ soccer players in Mercer County. “Kylie is a creative, explosive, and gritty attacking midfielder with one thing on her mind: beat the opponent,” Coach William Hawkey said in the statement. “She has dazzled our loyal Pennington fans for four years with her ball control in tight spaces, uncanny ability to find her teammates in great scoring positions, and skill for unleashing pinpoint-accurate shots from anywhere within forty yards of the goal. Kylie’s work ethic is second to none, and Rutgers University’s women’s soccer is getting a true bluechip playmaker next year.”

Pennington resident Ben Eckerson has also been a star swimmer for Pennington. He has shined for Pennington in several events, winning the 100 backstroke in both the county and state championships. Eckerson also set the Mercer County record and the NJISAA state record in the 100 backstroke in 2020. He was a threetime All-American at the 2020 Eastern Interscholastic Swimming and Diving Championship, where he was recognized as “Swimmer of the Meet” for the B division. “Ben’s ability through hard work and dedication to drop time over the last four years is something like I’ve never seen before,” Ward said in the statement. “Now he is the best backstroker that Mercer County

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Heroes of Hope and Healing will be the theme of NAMI Mercer’s 19th annual benefit gala at 7 p.m. Dec. 17. Formerly called “Night OUT with NAMI,” the event will be virtual this year and thus has been See CALENDAR, Page 8A

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• Dec. 16 – Patrick and Pushawn Brown, brothers and high school football coaches Princeton public school students can receive community service hours for participation. The link to the Zoom webinar will be sent after registration is completed. To register, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B77YKFF or contact Mike

By Gabrielle Nierenberg Imagine sitting in the pilot seat and looking straight out to the horizon to see the blue skies and clouds. And then when you look to your right you see the Philadelphia skyline and to your left New York City the skyline. Flying is an incredible feeling. Talk about seeing the world from a different perspective. Ok, maybe you have flown in a commercial plane to Florida or Utah, but there is something so unique about flying in a single engine airplane. When flying in a Cessna Skyhawk, you are seeing the world from a completely different view than on the ground or a commercial jet. The Princeton Flying School at the Princeton Airport offers an extraordinary experience of an Introductory Flying Lesson. In the beginning you will go

CHRISTINE’S HOPE FOR KIDS Jean and John Gianacaci, the founders of Christine’s Hope for Kids, dreamed of one day writing a book to honor their daughter, Christine, who loved helping kids, especially kids who were treated unfairly because of their differences. While she herself was bullied as a child, because of Tourette’s, she was upbeat, kind, and always the first to help someone who needed her help. That was Christine. Because of what Christine experienced, Jean and John wanted to do something about bullying. They partnered with Linda Martin, a friend and a Christine’s Hope for Kids board member, to write a story that addressed bullying. That story is told in a way every child can relate to in ALWAYS BETTER TOGETHER...A Story of Acceptance, Friendship and Love. It teaches children important lessons about accepting people’s differences and the remarkable power of kindness. About Christine’s Hope for Kids... Christines’s Hope for Kids is a local non-profit with one abiding principle. That every child deserves to be a kid, regardless of his or her circumstances. The foundation was inspired by Christine Gianacaci, the daughter of Jean and John, who lost her life when an earthquake struck while she was on a mission in Haiti to help underprivileged children. In the eleven years since its inception, Christine’s Hope for Kids has dispersed over $1,000,000 to 130 local agencies, providing tens of thousands of children with the kind of things most children take for granted. The proceeds from the sale of this book will enable Christine’s Hope for Kids to help even more underserved children in our very own communities. ALWAYS BETTER TOGETHER is a great gift for every child this holiday. It can be purchased for $24.95 at chistineshope.org, and in Pennington at Artistic Designs, Emily’s Cafe, Orion Jewelry Studio, Pennington Quality Market, Rosedale Mills, The Front Porch and Twirl Toy Store. Also in Lawrenceville at Enzo’s La Piccola Cucina and in Robbinsville at Salon Xtraordinare. To learn more about Christine’s Hope for Kids, please visit christineshope.org. NM-00447180

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through a pre-flight inspection to ensure the airplane is ready for flight, as all pilots do. Then, you will spend an hour in the air with a certified flight instructor going over some basic maneuvers. You will even get a chance to fly the airplane yourself! But do not worry; there are dual controls in the planes, so the instructor is there to assist you the entire time. When people return from their first Introductory Flying Lesson they are elated and often speechless. Many have said it was their dream to fly a plane, and it finally came true! This is a very special hour. Not only is this a special experience, but it counts as your first hour towards getting your Private Pilot’s License. Many students are inspired during their Introductory Flying Lesson to continue to study and train for

their Private Pilot’s License, while others are completely captivated by this hour and feel fulfilled. Either way, flying an airplane is something very special and you have the power to be the one who makes this experience possible. An Introductory Flying Lesson is the perfect gift to give to that someone who seems to have everything and you just don’t know what to buy. What better gift than an experience of a lifetime. This holiday season struggle no more when it comes to gift giving. As long as they are tall enough to reach the pedals, they can fly. Call 609-921-3100 for more information or visit us on the web at www. PrincetonFlyingSchool.com Happy flying!

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American Heart Association, will lead this month’s discussion. Roundtables are a member-only benefit; renew for the 2020–21 season by paying the $50 dues before signing up. Register online at http://widmercer.org/ site/event/december-roundtable/

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Hopewell United Methodist Church (HUMC) presents “Songs of the Season,” a virtual concert and fundraiser to benefit the church, at 7 p.m. Dec. 19. The concert will feature HUMC Music Director Mary McIntyre; along with Harris Goodman, Robert Ey, Fiona Tyndall, Lou Steele, Bob Belloff; Scott and Sharon Kelly of The Wizards of Winter; Paul Bejgrowicz of The Shenanigans; and the HUMC Praise Band. Tickets are a suggested donation of $25 each and all funds go directly to support Hopewell UMC’s missions and programs. To register, visit www.eventbrite. com/e/songs-of-the-season-virtual-christmas-concert-tickets-128663478929 The link will be sent on Dec. 18. With a ticket, the concert will be viewable anytime after the premiere as well. For any questions, email connect@ hopewellmethodist.org or call 609-4660471. For more information on HUMC, visit www.hopewellmethodist.org.

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In pagan times, people were buried facing an eastward direction to look toward the rising sun. This approach to body burial orientation was continued in Judeo-Christian societies, owing to biblical history and societal tradition. The Bible shows that, when people entered sacred places, they did so from the east (facing west). Upon leaving, they exited from the west, toward the east. Jews and Christians were not the first to bury their dead facing west, and although modern cemeteries may have graves facing in other directions, east-facing tombstones are still found in many traditional Christian and Jewish cemeteries. Modern cemeteries may also vary their layouts in favor of easier access, and to accommodate people of all spiritual and religious beliefs.

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Sewing for a Cause is raising money for the New Jersey foster care children. Gaylien Thompson, a Sayreville resident, sells hand-sown items on Etsy.com through her shop SewingbyGaylien. She will donate $2 for every order she receives through December. For more information, email quilt23lady@gmail.com.

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Morven Museum & Garden’s Festival of Trees is a juried collection of trees and mantles decorated by area garden clubs and non-profit partners displayed in the museum’s galleries throughout the mansion-turned-museum. The trees will be on display through Jan. 10, 2021. Morven Museum & Garden, 55 Stockton St., Princeton, is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festival of Trees is included with museum admission of $10; $8 for seniors; free for Friends of Morven and children 6 years old and under. For more information and associated Festival of Trees programming, both virtual and in-person, visit morven.org/

The Princeton Symphony Orchestra will present “Holiday POPS!” virtually at varying times through Dec. 20. Includes selections from The Nutcracker Suite, Anderson’s Sleigh Ride and a carol sing-along. To register for tickets, visit princetonsymphonyorchestra.secure.force.com/ticket/#/instances/a0F4P00000OWQ1LUAX

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career at Virginia Tech.” Oliver Gassman, also a Pennington resident, is also one of the top high school swimmers the program has ever seen. A swimmer for The Pennington School since sixth grade, Gassman represents one of the top recruits coming out of the state of New Jersey for the Class of 2021. Gassman completed his junior year as a two-time All-American for Pennington in the 200 freestyle relay and 200 medley relay. He also placed first in the 100 butterfly at the Mercer County Championship meet and state championship meet. Ward said that Gassman has a quiet confidence paired with the ability to defeat any high school swimmer at any time. “He is someone who trains seriously to reach his goals and has produced numerous top performances as an All-State swimmer,” Ward said in the statement. “I am tremendously excited for him to attend UMBC, and Oliver will have an immediate impact on their program.”

Jordan Mahony, who lives in Yardley, has been an exceptional Pennington girls’ soccer defender. Her awards include NJISAA Prep A All-State First Team; The Times of Trenton’s First Team All-Prep; the Trentonian’s First Team All-Prep; and the Mercer 33, a list of the top 33 girls’ soccer players in Mercer County. Mahony has helped the program win three NJISAA Prep A State Championships and two Mercer County Tournament titles. “Jordan’s work ethic from the very beginning was what separated her from the pack, and we saw a real breakout year for Jordan last year as she dominated our rock-solid defense,” Hawkey said in the statement. “We will forever hold Jordan up as a model of perseverance for our younger players. Her grit and tenacity propelled her to where she is today; an All-State player poised to take her game to the next level at American University.” Babacar Niang, a boarding student from Dakar, Senegal, has been an

Legal Notices TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL COUNTY OF MERCER, NEW JERSEY AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE SALARY AND WAGE PLAN FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL, MERCER COUNTY, NEW JERSEY AND TO PROVIDE FOR ITS ADMINISTRATION IN 2020 This ordinance amends the existing 2020 comprehensive Salary and Wage Plan for the Township of Hopewell, Section 3 by establishing the position of Public Health Nurse. A copy of the ordinance is available at no cost at the Municipal Clerk's Office, 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, New Jersey during regular business hours and posted on the municipal bulletin board for public inspection. This Ordinance was introduced and read and passed on first reading at a special meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hopewell, County of Mercer on November 30, 2020. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing at a meeting of the Hopewell Township Committee to be held on Monday the 14th day of December 2020, via Zoom Video Communications, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at which place and time all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance. Laurie E. Gompf Municipal Clerk HVN, 1x, 12/04/2020 Fee: $23.25

outstanding midfielder for the Varsity Boys Soccer team for three years. Some of his accolades include two-time First Team AllState; two-time First Team All-Prep; and two-time Mercer County Champion. Niang was selected for TopDrawerSoccer’s AllAmerica First Team, and he was named All-Prep Player of the Year and Mercer County Prep Player of the Year by The Trentonian. Niang was also chosen for the National High School All-American Game for 2020. “Babacar was a big contributor to the soccer program, racking up lots of honors along the way. His dedication to his teammates helped the program achieve national prominence,” Bridges said in the statement. As an incoming member of Wake Forest University’s soccer team, Niang will undoubtedly continue his record of excellence.” The Pennington School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades 6-12, in both day and boarding programs.

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79 See 48-Across 81 In the past 82 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pearly Shellsâ&#x20AC;? singer 83 Ish 84 Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Secret spec 85 Question 5 (Justin Bieber, 2015) 89 Contests that take seconds? 90 Lassos 91 â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Communist Manifestoâ&#x20AC;? co-author 94 â&#x20AC;&#x153;O, __ fortuneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fool!â&#x20AC;?: Romeo 95 Beatnik address 97 Little bit 98 Noble realm 101 Et __ 102 Question 6 (Linda Ronstadt, 1975) 107 Philosopher Descartes 108 Chief 109 Zipped through

110 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Biggest Little City in the Worldâ&#x20AC;? 111 Brewery units 112 Walked proudly 113 What many players shoot for 114 Common doo-wop solo instrument DOWN 1 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ickâ&#x20AC;? 2 Half a menu fish 3 Stratospheric shield 4 Brad of â&#x20AC;&#x153;12 Monkeysâ&#x20AC;? 5 Formal â&#x20AC;&#x153;Doorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s openâ&#x20AC;? 6 Unstressed vowel sound 7 Not just any 8 Netflix competitor 9 Gases in some bulbs 10 Porgyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beloved 11 Musician Brian 12 Ghanian-born soccer great

13 Got stood up at the cafĂŠ, say 14 Words while checking oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s calendar 15 Jack London classic, with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Toâ&#x20AC;? 16 Fashion monthly 17 Hardy heroine 19 Springy 24 Spot 25 Two-sport Sanders 30 Bread in a skillet 33 You, biblically 34 Vermont ski resort 35 Scary beasts 36 Handled 37 Blood of the Greek gods 39 Madridâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s peninsula 40 Portends 41 Subjects of split decisions? 43 Disagreeable necessities 44 Being litigated 45 Poetic contraction

49 Prefix with pod or scope 50 Accumulated 51 Military camps 52 Crossword title, often 55 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Interpreter of Maladiesâ&#x20AC;? Pulitzer author Jhumpa __ 56 Tennis legend Andre 60 Language or people of the central Andes 61 Rolls of money 62 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AmĂŠlieâ&#x20AC;? star Audrey 63 Rodeo competitor 64 Lifting, maybe 65 Golferâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;tall stuffâ&#x20AC;? 66 Orientation procedure 69 Steps on the floor? 70 Singer Paula 71 Talks hoarsely 72 Wad of tobacco 73 Skater Harding

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74 Dumasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Count de la FĂ¨re 78 Nocturnal hunters 79 Radius, for one 80 GalĂĄpagos Islandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; country 82 Time for action 83 Katey of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sons of Anarchyâ&#x20AC;? 86 Spruces (up) 87 Asked for a tuna treat, maybe 88 Whole 89 Pickle flavoring 92 High-end camera 93 Cavalry blade 95 Like grim humor 96 Sheltered, at sea 97 Chinese leader? 99 Chianti and Bordeaux 100 Actress Suvari 103 Worked (up) 104 Canal site 105 Cozy cat seat 106 Publish identifying material about on the Web

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12A Hopewell Valley News

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Friday, December 4, 2020

INCONTINENCE AND PELVIC HEALTH: WHAT EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2020 | 6 p.m. | Location: Zoom Meeting Bladder issues are common for women of all ages but NOT normal. It is so common that 1 in 3 women are affected by bladder symptoms such as urgency, frequency, and leakage of urine. After menopause, 45-63 percent of women suffer from genital, urinary and sexual symptoms. Become empowered! Join KATHIE OLSON, an advanced practice nurse and clinical coordinator of the Capital Health Center for Incontinence and Pelvic Health, for a discussion on the signs, symptoms and treatments available. Learn your options. Don’t “just live” with these issues. This event will be taking place virtually using Zoom. Register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2-3 days before the program date.

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From award-winning healthcare to reliable non-medical services and referrals, Capital Healthy Living is a comprehensive program of on-demand at-home care, developed to provide independent seniors throughout Mercer, Bucks and Burlington counties precisely the kind of customized, personalized assistance they want. When they want it, the way they want it. To learn more – and to find out how you can become a part of Capital Healthy Living – contact us at 609-537-7087 or HealthyLiving@CapitalHealth.org.

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