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Former police officer fulfills dream of coaching basketball By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

For Billy Chester, it’s not just the three Rs that matter (reading, writing, arithmetic) – it’s the three Ps of patience, positivity and perseverance. Because without those three Ps, Chester said he would not be standing on the sidelines coaching the Lawrence High School girls varsity basketball team – the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. That dream became a reality when Chester, who is a retired Lawrence Township police detective, was named an assistant basketball coach by the Lawrence Township school board earlier this month – capping a two-year, circuitous route to reach his goal. “I believe if you have a dream or a goal that you desire, you must be willing to do whatever it takes to get there. Through discipline, education and being a positive, dedicated person in your community, you can achieve your dream,” Chester said. Chester, who has coached youth basketball leagues, had his heart set on coaching in a public school setting – except for one tiny detail. He did not hold a teaching certificate or substitute teaching certificate, which was required to become a coach, until the New Jersey State Board of Education changed the regulations. Instead of a teaching certificate, Chester was granted a “certificate of eligibility to teach law enforcement” under a newly adopted amendment to the career and technical education teaching requirements. It meant he could teach a course in law enforcement which, in turn, meant he could apply for a coaching position. The change is one that Chester had pushed for, upon learning that he would not be eligible to coach in a public school. It took more than a year of patience to conduct

at Lawrence High School, which is a job he took on after retiring from the Lawrence Township Police Department in December 2014. Before he retired, he had been assigned to the high school as the school resource officer. Chester, who played varsity basketball at Lawrence High School, also had coaching experience. He coached youth basketball for the Lawrence Township Recreation Department and also coached the City of Trenton’s Cadwalader Park summer basketball league. But when Chester applied for a coaching position at Lawrence High School, he learned that he was ineligible because he did not hold a teaching certificate – and PHOTO COURTESY OF BILLY CHESTER

Billy Chester will be standing on the sidelines coaching the Lawrence High School girls varsity basketball team, the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. Chester is pictured where it all started, in the Lawrenceville Elementary School all-purpose room, where he made his first basket.

research; perseverance to attend New Jersey State Board of Education meetings; and a positive attitude to lobby for changes to state regulations to reach his goal in an admittedly uphill battle. Chester is the first person in New Jersey to use the new certificate of eligibility to apply for a coaching position under the rules of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association, Lawrence school district officials said. The NJSIAA is the governing body for scholastic sports in the state. The saga began in December 2018, when Chester unsuccessfully petitioned the New Jersey State Board of Education to change the rule to allow any public school employee – not just a teacher or substitute teacher – to coach, provided that the employee had coaching experience. Chester is a security monitor

he could not get a teaching certificate without having the required amount of college-level credits. Undaunted, Chester launched a campaign to change the regulations. He began to attend New Jersey State Board of Education meetings. That’s where he learned about proposed changes to the career and technical education regulations, which would factor in an applicant’s training and experience in the quest for a certificate of eligibility. “If I had not gone to that meeting, I would not have known about this possibility. I believe I attended that meeting for a reason,” Chester said.

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Lawrenceville natives break ‘The Wall’ By JENNIFER AMATO Managing Editor

Talk about paying it forward. C.J. Hendricks, a health and physical education teacher at Crossroads Middle School South in South Brunswick, helped collect 29,000 pounds of supplies for the people of Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria devastated the Caribbean island in 2017. Hendricks’ parents are first generation Americans and three of his grandparents were born and raised on the island. He used to visit family there when he was younger. Thus, Hurricane Maria “hit close to home,” he said, and he saw an opportunity to help, inspired by his grandfather, Theodore Hendricks. “He taught us why service is so important,” Hendricks said. Hendricks’ family coordinated a huge collection event after the hurricane. Hermann Trucking of South Brunswick helped his family transport generators, diapers, blankets and medicine kits to the National Guard, which in turn shipped the items to Puerto Rico.

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Brittany, left, and her brother C.J. Hendricks get a trivia question correct on an episode of “The Wall.”

Hendricks said the school district administration, principals, middle school students, high school baseball team and community at large supported their efforts. “To see our community in South Brunswick rally around a cause … they saw how important it was to me and got so many people to come out,” the Crossroads “Dean of Fun” said. About three years later, Hendricks and his sister, Brittany, were

rewarded by winning more than $900,000 on NBC-TV’s game show “The Wall.” Season 4, Episode 2 of “The Wall” featured the siblings making show history as they secured the highest guaranteed contract amount to date in the question-and-answer show that offered chances to win – or lose – money based on where giant balls

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Seminar aims to guide Black and Latinx students through college process By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

A mind is a terrible thing to waste, and that’s what the Black Educational Advancement Council is trying to prevent through its virtual college workshop for Lawrence High School students. The seminar, which is geared toward parents of Black and Latinx high school students, is set for Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. It is being cosponsored by the Lawrence High School Black Student Union. The session will feature speakers from the admissions offices of a two-year community college, a selective four-year college and an open-admissions four-year college. The speakers represent the type of college, not the one for which they work. The target audience for the seminar – which is the first in a series of sessions to help families work through their child’s posthigh school plans – is parents whose child may be considering a two-year or four-year college. The seminar will help parents to determine whether their child should consider college, and whether the child is ready. It will help them to figure out what is the best fit for their child – a small college or a larger one. For many families, their high school student is likely to be the first one to attend college, said Eleanor Horne. She sits on the Black Educational Advancement Council’s executive committee. The group was formed to advocate for Black and

Latinx students at Lawrence High School. “We want to talk to parents and offer some assistance,” Horne said. Some parents may not have attended college and may have questions about how to prepare their children for college. Many parents and students are not aware of the difference between a liberal arts college and a technical school – Rutgers University vs. the Stevens Institute of Technology, for example, Horne said. Families may not be aware of single-gender colleges, or of historically black colleges, Horne said. Guidance counselors may not consider historically black colleges and universities when advising students about their options. The seminar will help families learn what colleges are looking for in a student, and to help the student make the best case for his or her admission, Horne said. They will learn about the college admissions testing process, the application process and the timeline for apply-

ing to college. The seminar also will discuss issues of fairness and inclusion that Black and Latinx parents and students should consider, said Lindsay Martin, who is the president of the Black Educational Advancement Council’s executive committee. “Historically, Black and Latinx students have struggled with the admissions process due to many issues, such as being a first-generation college student, lack of access to resources and limited funds, and stereotyping by high school

counselors who guide them toward other options,” Martin said. Once the family decides that college is the next step, there is the price tag. While students may be encouraged to attend a less expensive college, it is possible that a college whose tuition is high may also offer more financial aid, Horne said. There is always the option of attending a two-year school and transferring to a four-year college, Horne said. Many community colleges and four-year colleges have agreements that allow for a trans-

fer from the two-year college to the four-year one. While the Jan. 28 seminar is aimed at college-bound students, future sessions will discuss the options of trade school, the military or work, and the advantages and disadvantages of a gap year or post-graduate year at a private high school after graduation from Lawrence High School. “Really, what the Black Educational Advancement Council wants to do is to help Black and Latinx students to be successful,” Horne said.

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The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program will not be offered this tax season at any site in Mercer County because of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, AARP is offering an alternative this year called the AARP Alternative Tax Preparation program (ATP). The ATP program provides direct taxpayer access to free online tax software for this year’s taxes as well as video and/or phone assistance with a certified AARP tax assister. Rather than doing the tax return for taxpayers, certified AARP tax assisters help taxpayers prepare their own online returns. Starting Jan. 22, taxpayers can get more information about the Alternative Tax Preparation program at aarpfoundation. org/taxaide. The Tax-Aide program intends to resume preparing tax returns at Mercer County sites next year.

Fri., January 22 - Sun., January 24

Princeton Photo Workshop will offer a live photo boot camp, with sessions scheduled for 6-8:30 p.m. Jan. 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with a break for lunch) Jan. 23 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with break for lunch) Jan. 24. This introductory workshop offers new photographers a deep dive into the skills needed to make better pictures with a camera. During the workshop, there will be informative and inspirational live presentations, alternating with shooting exercises that give the opportunity to test out the techniques being learned, and then a chance to come together after each exercise for Q&A and group discussion. The instructor will be “in the room” for face-to-face instruction and feedback during all shooting activities. Learn how the camera thinks, reacts and works; and learn the relationships among aperture, shutter speed, ISO and more. Explore what makes a good image, including composition, light and the photographer; getting comfortable with seeing and investigating subjects, whether people, objects or the natural world; and using what is learned during the weekend to expand from taking snapshots to making artistic images. The course includes image review for feedback and examples of how a photographer uses post processing to enhance an image. The cost is $339. To register, visit http://princetonphotoworkshop.com/classes

Through Sat., January 23

“The Long Shadow” is a PBS documentary about Director Frances Causey’s personal experience of White privilege in the context of anti-Black racism in the U.S. She exposes her own family’s history of slaveholding and looks at how slavery continues to have an impact today. Not In Our Town Princeton, La Convivencia, and the Racial Justice Task Force of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton have teamed up to sponsor several days of free online viewing opportunities for the public. During the week of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, through Jan. 23, anyone can view “The Long Shadow” online at a convenient day and time for no ticket cost. Content warning: The film contains brief shots of violent, degrading images and references to human suffering. The link to view the film is http://thelongshadowfilm.com/ niotprincetonuucp/

Saturdays, through March 13

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory’s (PPPL) 36-year tradition of offering weekly informative talks on a wide variety of science subjects continues with a live online version. The Ronald E. Hatcher Science on Saturday Lecture Series resumes from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays through March 13, on the Zoom virtual meeting platform.

The series kicks off with a lecture on “The Renaissance of the Stellarator Fusion Concept,” by PPPL physicist David Gates, head of Advanced Projects. Stellarators, a type of fusion energy facility that has twisty coils, were invented by PPPL founder Lyman Spitzer in the 1950s. The complex devices have been a less popular choice for fusion experiments than donut-shaped tokamaks but are making a come-back as scientists find new approaches to stellarator design. Other highlights include a talk by Geeta Govindarajoo, professor of chemistry at Rutgers University, on the intersection between chemistry and art. Govindarajoo will discuss the role of chemistry in creating and restoring art and detecting forgeries. Post questions for the speaker by tweeting to @PPPLsSciEd or #scionsat. The remaining schedule is: • Jan. 23: Geeta Govindarajoo, of Rutgers University’s Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, “Chemistry and Art: Like Dissolves Like. How Solubility Influences Creating and Restoring Art, Forgery and Telling a Good Story” • Jan. 30: Cristian Galbiaiti, of Princeton University’s Department of Physics, “From studying the Sun, to searching for dark matter, to fighting COVID-19” • Feb. 6: Adam Ruben, author, “Public Perception of Science: Lesson from a Dead Sheep.” • Feb. 13: Slobain Duffy, “Virus Host-Shifting: Insights from Laboratory Experimental Evolution” • Feb. 27: Tracy Drain, of NASA, “Mars Exploration Program” • March 6: Sophia Gershman, PPPL, “Plasma Science Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic” • March 13: Kory Evans, Rice University, “Ecology and Evolution of Teleost Fishes” Recordings of the talks will be posted on the Science Education website a few weeks after the initial viewing. For more information, visit energy.gov/science.

Sun., January 24

The Princeton Education Foundation (PEF) is offering a chance to bake virtually with the founder and baker of Lillipies of Princeton at 3 p.m. Jan. 24. The live Zoom event with Jen Carson will show attendees how to make her version of pop-tarts and how to convert the recipe to make her signature Lillipie at home. Tickets are $40, and 100% of the proceeds benefit PEF to continue its mission of supporting education excellence in the Princeton Public Schools into 2021. Reserve a spot by visiting www.pefnj.org

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Members of Voices Chorale NJ (VCNJ) have enjoyed learning through an Online Singer Education Program. VCNJ invites singers to hone singing skills and choral knowledge virtually on 10 Monday nights, from 7:30-9 p.m., starting Jan. 25. The series of classes by VCNJ’s Artistic Director Dr. David A. McConnell and guest educators will include vocal development, sight singing, study of choral literature and composers across the eras, and more. Participants can look forward to valuable and delightful training for skilled amateur choral singers. Additionally, VCNJ will host two special music events, including a sing-along “coffeeshop” with well-known Irish singer “Uncle” Gerry Dignan and an evening of Renaissance music with Riverview Early Music. All members of the singing community are welcome to participate. The cost for the ten-week educational program is $115. Attendance for performances will be $15 each, with a discount offered to VCNJ members. Interested singers should visit www.voiceschoralenj.org for additional information.

Mon., January 25 to Wed., January 27 The annual Princeton Community Works (PCW) conference focused on meeting the needs of volunteers, boards and staff of nonprofit organizations will take place online Jan. 25-27. Offering words of inspiration, healing and hope on the opening night of the conference will be the Rev. Darrell LaRue Armstrong with his keynote address. He is the pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, a community of faith that is rooted in the African American worship tradition. Shiloh serves nearly 600 families in the Greater Trenton Community and around the world. Rev. Armstrong also is an entrepreneur, having founded the Institute for Clergy Training, a research and training agency, which partners with multi-sector agencies on a variety of topics related to leadership, child and social welfare. Overall, attendees can choose from one to eight workshops out of 32 options. The 2021 workshop sessions cover a range of topics that are important to nonprofits. They include: virtual fundraising events, organizing for success and sustainability, legal challenges, building an engaged board, self-care, volunteer management, virtual programs, using data, measurement and metrics, teamwork, communicating effectively, diversity, equity & inclusion, strategic planning, youth-initiated service projects, sponsorship and corporate partnerships, social media (basic and advanced), budgeting basics, grant writing, tax matters, building audiences online, crowd sourcing, digital transformation, impactful surveys, storytelling donor development, video basics, and effective board governance. The cost is $10 per person. Full workshop descriptions, speaker biographies and registration information can be found at www.PrincetonCommunityWorks.org.

Mondays, January 25 to February 22

Mercer County Community College is accepting students for its new health-professions program: “Medical Cannabis Training.” The 15-hour non-credit class will run Monday evenings, Jan. 25 through Feb. 22, from 6-9 p.m. via Zoom. Anyone from the public age 18 and up may enroll. The course will be offered through MCCC’s Center for Continuing Studies and students will receive a certificate upon completion of the course. The Medical Cannabis Training course is intended for anyone who is interested in a career on the ground floor of the medical cannabis profession, or who is curious about this emerging industry in New Jersey. The five-day course will introduce students to this highly regulated industry by bringing in a variety of subject-matter experts to discuss areas of import such as federal and state laws and regulations, the endocannabinoid system, cultivation basics, how cannabis products are made, as well as cover dispensary-technician training techniques such as dosing, administration and compliance. The cost for the five-session live virtual course is $500. For more information or to enroll, visit www.mccc.edu/ healthprof or email registration@mccc.edu.

Tues., January 26

The Samaritan Institute for Education, Research & Innovation presents a monthly virtual series to teach caregivers practical tips about how to care for their loved one with a serious illness. The first virtual workshop in this series will offer advice and guidance on self-care and compassion fatigue, as well as provide hands-on tips and tricks about caregiving activities such as mouth care and bed bathing. The workshop will be held from 2-3 p.m. Jan. 26, and consists of a 30-minute presentation followed by a question-and-answer session.

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id you know that according to the National Institute on Aging, more than 1 in 3 people age 65 years or older falls each year? Moreover, thousands of older adults sustain significant injuries, including fractures, after a fall. Physical therapy, however, can help older adults recover from falls and it can also help prevent falls before they happen. Princeton Rehabilitation, a unit of Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center (PMC), offers comprehensive physical therapy services to help improve strength and balance and address issues of dizziness and vertigo so that patients can stay on their feet as they age. Leading Cause of Injury-Related Death Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths among adults age 65 and older in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More specifically, falls that result in a hip fracture are especially dangerous as studies indicate that hip fractures are associated with increased mortality rates for older adults. This is in part because older adults are more likely to have other health complications, making them slower to recover from injuries than others. As the CDC notes, more than 300,000 adults age 65 and older are hospitalized for a hip fracture each year in the United States, and the chances of breaking a hip increase as you get older. Common Risk Factors There are many reasons someone may experience a fall, and typically, the more risk factors someone has, the greater their chances of falling. Some of the most common risk factors for falling include: • Dizziness and vertigo, which may be caused by medication or another health conditions. • Lower body weakness. • Difficulty walking and balancing. • Vision problems. • Poor footwear. • Home hazards, such as area rugs, poor lighting, wet floors, and small pets that are underfoot. According to the CDC, women are especially at risk. The CDC reports that women fall more often than men, and are more prone to osteoporosis, a disease that weakens bones and

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and seated yoga are great for getting you moving and for improving your balance. • Review your medications. Periodically review your prescriptions with your physician, pharmacist, or healthcare practitioner to ensure they’re not causing side effects like dizziness or vertigo. Physical Therapy Can Help Physical therapists can help people reduce their risk of falling by developing an individualized exercise program that builds strength and improves balance. They can also teach you how to use assistive devices, such as canes and walkers, to help you get around safely. In addition, therapists can perform a home safety inspection to identify and address fall hazards. Physical therapy is also important when recovering after a fall. In many cases, people fear falling again and limit their activity. Working with a therapist to regain strength and mobility can also help you regain your confidence and quality of life. Princeton Rehabilitation is currently treating patients in person and via telehealth. Every precaution is being taken to ensure the safety of patients and staff. All staff and patients are screened prior to entering the building, face masks are required, patients are seen one-on-one, physical distancing is maintained in waiting areas, and all equipment is sanitized and disinfected between each patient. For more information about Princeton Rehabilitation or to find a physical therapist with Princeton Rehabilitation, call 609-853-7840 or visit www.princetonhcs.org. Linda A. Lucuski, PT, DPT, is a licensed physical therapist and director of Princeton Rehabilitation in Hamilton.

‘The Wall’ Continued from Page 1A fell on the money board. Their episode aired on Jan. 11. Formerly from Lawrenceville, C.J. Hendricks is also the head baseball coach and athletics site coordinator at South Brunswick High School. His sister, Brittany Hendricks, is a community event planner. C.J. Hendricks said he and his wife watched “The Wall” when it premiered in 2016. He said the show reminded him of the Plinko game on “The Price is Right,” which he grew up watching with his grandmother. His wife said C.J. and Brittany would do well on the show, so she applied on their behalf. Hendricks said they received a call asking for an audition tape. Although they did not get selected during the first few seasons, in the spring of 2020 he received a call from a senior casting director. That individual asked for an updated audition tape and the day after told him the show was moving on with the audition process. Beginning last June they were auditioning, until they received final approval the day before Thanksgiving. During the first week of December, C.J. and Brittany found themselves on an airplane to Los Angeles to film. They had to quarantine with just family before they flew to the West Coast, and they had to take COVID tests before leaving and upon arrival. Hendricks said they quarantined in their hotel for three days, but that wait afforded them time to prep for the show by reviewing past episodes and playing trivia apps. He said a key point was spending quality time with each other. “I haven’t gotten to bond with my sister like that,” Hendricks said. C.J. and Brittany decided C.J. would go behind “The Wall” to answer the trivia questions, since he is more familiar with multiple choice questions because he is a middle school educator. After the first round of questions, C.J. and Brittany had $135,225 in the bank. C.J. and Brittany were then separated, with C.J. going “behind The Wall” to answer questions while Brittany determined the ball placement for the money drops. Hendricks said he was sitting in the room, shut off from the rest of the world. There was only a camera and a screen to read the questions. He likened the situation to “being in an SAT class all over again.” He said he had to see the options, break down the answers and try to figure out an educated response. Next, during the Super Drop, seven balls freely moved down the board, bringing their total to $385,246. “This feels unreal,” Brittany Hendricks said during the episode. During the next round of questioning, C.J. answered two of three correctly, adding $15,010 to their total. However, after the one failed question and the “Evil Super Drop” where red balls were dropped from all seven slots to reduce their winnings, their total decreased by $325,102 to $60,054. “I’ll never forget, until the day I die, that Fort Knox is in the state of Kentucky,” Hendricks laughed about the only question he got wrong. Their father, Carlos, and uncle, Tarem, cheered from the sidelines. The next section of the game asked Brittany to choose four balls to go into four slots to work up their total again at no expense – but she gained only $202. C.J. was on the hot seat again, having to answer three

more questions. The big money makers asked what Latin word “diva” is derived from (goddess) which brought on a money drop of $600,000, and what sound is trademarked (the click of a Zippo lighter) which garnered $550,100. At that point, C.J. and Brittany had $1,210,366 at stake, with a guarantee of at least $235,225. From behind “The Wall,” without knowing how many questions he got right or what their total was, C.J. had to decide if he was going to rip up the guaranteed contract or take a gamble on whatever Brittany secured by the end of the game. “Don’t play it safe,” Brittany willed C.J., without him being able to hear. “The only currency we have always known is each other,” C.J. said from behind the screen. “There’s a time to be courageous and a time to be comfortable, but you can’t be both.” With four more balls hanging in the balance, C.J. locked in his decision, unbeknownst to anyone in the crowd. After the four red balls fell, their total only decreased by $300,100, allotting them $910,266 if C.J. Hendricks had decided to rip up the contract. “This is tougher than any test I’ve ever taken,” C.J. said as he joined Brittany, emerging from behind “The Wall.” “Our greatest currency has always been family, our greatest currency has always been love,” he said during the episode. “It’s a chance to dream big and reach for those stars.” C.J. revealed he had ripped up the contract. Evaluating the show after watching it on TV, based on a dramatic reaction by his sister, C.J. said he had thought at the time that he lost all the money that would have helped his family. During the episode, Brittany responded by saying, “Two hundred thousand dollars (from the guaranteed amount) is a lot … but not as much as $900,000” to which everyone started screaming and crying. “My sister always has that moment where ‘she has me’ and that moment was on national TV,” he laughed. C.J. and Brittany walked away with $910,266. C.J. said the episode “was one of the most stressful situations of my life, without a doubt,” even though he has coached a lot of big games. “I’m happy they were happy tears,” he said of crying on national television. C.J. Hendricks said he received more than 500 text messages and hundreds of emails after the show aired, but he wanted to reach out to everyone individually to thank them for their support. He said his inspiration is what led him to “The Wall” in the first place: family. “The best part about my students who reached out was that everybody reaching out with love and support shared a story about watching the show, and so many people were watching with their families … and how much fun it was to do that and how they miss doing that,” C.J. said. “Maybe we made people laugh and smile during a really rough time.” He thanked host Chris Hardwick and the producers for showing the “realness” of the Hendricks. “They showed how much family means to us, whether we won or lost,” he said. “Two kids from Lawrenceville, New Jersey, got a cool opportunity to do something fun together.” To view the entire episode, visit www.nbc.com/the-wall Contact Jennifer Amato at jamato@newspapermediagroup.com

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makes them more susceptible to fracture. Further, falling once doubles your chances of falling again. If you are concerned about your risk for falling or have already experienced a fall, talk to your doctor. He or she may prescribe physical therapy to help reduce your risk. Prevention Tips The best way to prevent fractures is to prevent falls. Here are some steps you can take to reduce your risk of falling: • Start with sensible shoes. High heels, sloppy slippers, and shoes with slick soles can make you slip, stumble, and fall. So can walking in socks or stockings. Choose proper fitting, sturdy shoes with nonskid soles. Trade slip-ons for laceup shoes or shoes with Velcro straps. • Light up your life. Keep your home brightly lit to avoid tripping over objects that are hard to see. Use night lights in bedrooms, bathrooms and hallways. Have a lamp within reach of your bed. Turn on the lights when going up and down stairs. • Address home hazards. Secure loose rugs with slipresistant backing, or better yet remove loose rugs altogether. Declutter. Store clothing, food and dishes within reach. Put up railings on indoor and outdoor stairs, and install non-slip treads on bare wood steps. • Be safe in the bath. Bathrooms are common places for falls. Install grab bars around the tub and toilet. Consider a tub chair or bench and handheld shower. Use non-skid mats. • See to it. Check your eyeglass prescription regularly and clean your glasses on a daily basis. • Keep moving. Exercise helps to strengthen your muscles, improve joint mobility and improve balance. Strength exercises can be performed standing or while seated in a supportive chair or even on the bed. Slow exercises like tai chi

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Basketball Continued from Page 1A Those proposed changes, which were subsequently adopted, allowed Chester to formally request that the state take into account all of his years of training experience through an extensive application and exam process, resulting in the granting of a certificate of eligibility to teach law enforcement. With the certificate of

eligibility in hand and an appointment to help coach the varsity girls basketball team, Chester said he was excited to bring his knowledge, expertise and passion to the program. He said he is looking forward to working with Antonio Stapleton, the head coach for the team. “My hope is that this journey serves as an inspiration not only for mem-

bers of the girls basketball program, but anybody throughout the Lawrence community and beyond,” he said. “Don’t give up (a dream). Be strong in your conviction to where you want to be, and be open to the opportunities presented before you. My three Ps have carried me through this journey,” Chester said.

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Thurs., January 28

“The Inﬂuenza Pandemic of 1918: The Story and Lasting Impact” will be discussed at 7 p.m. Jan. 28, courtesy of The Mercer County Library, Lawrence headquarters branch. Dr. Rita King, a professor at The College of New Jersey, will help participants visualize the impact of the 1918 flu, particularly on families in the Tri-State Area. Her presentation will explore the vast social, economic, public health and other consequences of the 1918 pandemic. King’s presentation will also help participants learn how the globally connected society allows pandemics to spread quickly and easily, as well as how to apply lessons learned from the devastation of 1918 to describe current efforts. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hopewell Branch Library. Registration with an email is required in order to receive a link to connect through GoToMeeting, provided approximately 24 hours before the program. For more information, email hopeprogs@mcl.org The Nature Center at Washington Crossing State Park in the Titusville section of Hopewell Township is offering an aerobic hike at 1 p.m. Jan. 28, weather permitting. The 2-3.5 mile brisk guided hike will move along selected trails in the state park. Route to be determined. Meet at the Nature Center. Bring a water bottle and wear hiking shoes. The trails are quite wet in sections. Advanced registration required in order to manage social distancing. Face coverings are required. Attendance is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event of inclement weather, some programs might be canceled; call ahead before coming out. Call 609-737-0609. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI-NJ) will hold a family support group for siblings of a loved one with mental illness at 7 p.m. Jan. 28. Gain support and share with others who can relate to your personal experiences. The group will follow the NAMI Signature Family Support Group Model and will be run by two trained facilitators. Participants must pre-register and be 18 years or older. Attendance will be limited. Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOdVJrY-UpfYANqarYDZSB4WezNouk5ErrpuBDujbVhuWa7Q/viewform NAMI also offers family support groups at noon on Tuesdays and at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays; and a connection recovery support group at noon and 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. For more information, visit http://www.naminj.org

Through Sat., January 30

The Arts Council of Princeton rings in 2021 with a new exhibit “Travels: Domestic and aBroad,” featuring works by Krysia Kolodziej and Libby Ramage, in the Taplin Gallery through Jan. 30. When Kolodziej and Ramage met in the early 1990s, Kolodziej was editing for Princeton University Press and writing poetry; Ramage was starting her work teaching art to very young children while making and exhibiting her own art. Ramage’s mixed media pieces – with painting and drawing using acrylics and charcoal – were created from a scrapbook originally compiled by her stepfather’s mother, Hilda, a formidable woman who reigned over her family imperiously. Hilda saved everything from her once-in-a-lifetime trip to Europe in 1957, hence the “aBroad” portion of the show’s title. Ramage rescued the scrapbook from the landfill and has been mining these materials for the past eight years, weaving one woman’s experience and the nostalgia of memories with her own sensibilities and creativity. Kolodziej’s work, the “Domestic” in the title, uses domestic imagery (vintage fabrics, women’s jewelry, wrist watches, postage stamps, dressmaker’s patterns, zippers and buttons, thread, even the pieces of a broken-down piano) and techniques (sewing, for example) combined with mixed media techniques and collage to create visual poems. These reference the hours of unpaid labor of women not in the paid workforce–but for whom the home was/ is the workplace–or that same labor expended after completing a full-time job. Items from the traditionally male domain are also present: pieces of wood, nuts and bolts, and/or electronic bits, all from Kolodziej’s late father’s workbench. The Taplin Gallery hours are from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday. To learn more, visit artscouncilofprinceton.org

Sat., January 30

Howell Living History Farm will hold an Ice Harvest beginning at 10 a.m. Jan. 30 at the farm, 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell Township. Neighbors once called Howell Farm the “ice farm” because they could buy ice from the pond to keep their milk cool on the way to the train station on Pleasant Valley Road. In late January, visitors to the farm will learn about the tools and technology that made ice harvesting a successful business at the turn of the 20th century, and try their hand at using an ice saw on the pond. Visitors can also help pull ice blocks up the ramp to the ice house, chip ice for ice cream, and make an ice candle to take home. Programs will be modified to encourage social distancing and reflect current state guidelines for public events. Visitors are required to carry masks at all times, and wear them when social distancing isn’t possible. For more information, call 609-737-3299 or visit howellfarm.org

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Through Sun., January 31

The Friends of Princeton Open Space is holding a contest for photographers of all ages. Professional and amateur photographers can submit photos for the annual Give Thanks for Nature Photo Contest for a chance to win prizes provided by contest sponsor, REI. Photographs must be taken in the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve from Nov. 27, 2020, and Jan. 31, 2021. Photo enthusiasts ages 16 and under are invited to participate in this year’s photo contest for a chance to win gift card prizes from local businesses such as jaZams, the bent spoon and LiLLiPiES. For information on how to enter, visit www.fopos.org/announcements/give-thanks-to-nature-photo-contest2020

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Samuel Frisby has been elected the new rection,” he said. “I am looking forward chair of the Mercer County Board of Com- to working with this administration and missioners for 2021. would like to host monthly Zoom meetings After the swearing in of Commissioners featuring different areas of county governJohn Cimino and Lucylle Walter, Frisby ment to educate the general public on what was nominated to become the next chair the county government does and continue by Commissioner Nina Melker, and was to update ourselves as commissioners on unanimously elected by his fellow com- what the county is doing.” missioners on Jan. 9 at the board’s annual The county clerk, county surrogate, reorganization county Division meeting. of Public Health He takes over and Department the duties of of Human Serchairman from vices and Parks Commissioner Commission are Andrew Koontz, being looked at who led the board as some of Frisin 2020. by’s first guests. “Let me start Melker was first by saying nominated by thank you to my Cimino to bedear friend and come the board’s mentor former next vice chair. Mayor Douglas She was also H. Palmer for unanimously swearing me in elected and retoday,” Frisby places Frisby, said in his rewho had served2 marks. “The fact in the position that the term during 2020. ‘freeholder’ has “It is my honbeen eliminated or and privilege from the lexicon to serve as a Mercer County comof county govmissioner and I ernment, which am so honored I believe to be a to have the opracist, misogyPHOTO COURTESY OF MERCER COUNTY portunity to serve nistic and nonChairman Samuel Frisby leads the Mercer inclusive term, County Board of County Commissioners in as vice chair. This past year I thought it only 2021. has been one that fitting to have the first African American mayor of the has been filled with many challenges,” she City of Trenton, who served on this board said. “I know firsthand how COVID has afas a freeholder, swear in the first African fected all of us as I had the virus and was American Mercer County Board of Com- very lucky to be a survivor. My thoughts and my prayers are with all of the families missioner chair.” Members of the board officially ad- that have been affected by this virus.” She added that the board is working opted the title change in their last meeting of 2020 in December. In addition, Frisby hard to help get the vaccine out resident in thanked his colleagues for trusting him Mercer County as quickly as possible. “Our country needs to heal and unite with the reigns in 2021. “I’m believing that 2021 will bring and bring the change that we very much much more peace and joy than we saw need,” Melker said. “I look forward to in 2020. With the vaccine now being dis- working closely with our incoming Chair seminated, we are moving in the right di- Samuel Frisby.”

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on the same level as its key rivals…the Audi Q3, the BMW X1 and the Mercedes Benz GLA.” I’m not sure if I completely agree with that assessment, but I point it out as testament to what Cadillac is up against these days. To be fair, I’m not sure that it’s even relevant to compare the XT4 to its Germanmade rivals. Why do I say this? Because the Q3, the X1 and the GLA are German imports that, for the most part, are engineered with the typical European-style ride to them, mixed in with some luxury accoutrements. They are more sporty than luxury styled and lend themselves to feeling the road underneath you as you drive them. The Cadillac XT4 – and most Caddys in general – are engineered completely opposite of that. First introduced in 2019, the XT4 was designed to appeal to what those older ball players sought decades ago: luxury and comfort. On the outside the fairly new XT4 model is elegantly styled with a very angular but attractive stance. Moreover, the ride is not European, but American. The XT4 floats along quite nicely and comfortably either on the highway or around town. It’s roomy, easy to steer and navigate and has great eye appeal as well. I must admit, the one week I just spent test driving the 2021 XT4 AWD Premium Luxury SUV was thoroughly enjoyable and fun, as well. This SUV is very easy to drive, comfortable and its interior buttons, switches and infotainment system are easy to use and function quite nicely. I test drove the 2020 XT4 last year, but it seemed like I liked it a bit more when I drove it for the second time this year. In my second go-round with the XT4, the handling seemed more precise to me and the ride was not as squishy and more down to earth, which I liked. Powering the 2021 XT4 is a 2.0 liter, turbo-charged, four cylinder engine that puts out 237 horsepower. It pairs with a ninespeed transmission and is offered in front or

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This luxurious community nestled in the rolling hills of beautiful Bernardsville has sold three homes in recent weeks. BERNARDSVILLE, NJ – With a New Year comes new dreams that can be fulfilled at The Heritage at Claremont in Bernardsville. Homes are selling quickly at this luxurious Bernardsville community where exciting journeys are about to unfold. Just ask John (Chuck) and Suzanne Chuhinko – the couple moved to The Heritage at Claremont last year after downsizing from their sprawling Tewksbury Township estate. After being rooted there for many years, they knew it was time to start fresh with a low maintenance lifestyle. The Chuhinkos’ new home search led them to The Heritage at Claremont – and that’s the moment they realized they were finally ready to start their next chapter. The remarkable community features an intimate offering of just 20 luxury condominiums. The borough’s landmark Parish House has been reimagined as a luxury residential structure now called The Great Hall, which is home to four luxury condominiums. “I loved the building,” said Suzanne. “I just loved it. When I came in and saw the high ceilings, I knew it could be wonderful. We hired a friend who was a designer and it was a very easy process.” Harmonizing the old and the new, The Heritage at Claremont offers the finest finishes and features with each residence dedicated to a luxury all its own. Open concept floor plans offer up to three bedrooms, up to three-and-a-half baths, up to 2,800 sq. ft. of living space, a terrace, enclosed garage parking and storage. Other highlights include chef-inspired kitchens with designer appliances, specialty countertops and furniturequality cabinetry. Primary bathrooms are complimented by radiant heating and designer fixtures. All residences showcase superior highperformance energy efficiency, including heating and cooling systems and sound insulation. Nestled on two acres of picturesque rolling hills, the estate’s lovely grounds feature mature trees, specimen shrubs, lush gardens and strolling paths. “I think the landscaping here is fabulous,” Chuck added. “The way they coordinated the stone, the grass, the trees and all of the walkways – I think that makes the place.” The Chuhinkos have complimentary access to concierge services – a perk that is offered to all residents who call this community home. “With a genuine smile and warm welcome, our friendly staff of concierges elevate the unique way of life offered at this community,” said Kevin Cullen, Vice President of The Conti Group, the project’s developer. “Whether you need a helping hand, a watchful eye or a go-to person for some of life’s details, our concierges greatly extend a variety of thoughtful services.” Common areas at The Heritage at Claremont are monitored both in-person and remotely, giving residents additional peace of mind while parking their cars, strolling the property and accessing their residences. As an added benefit, utilities, maintenance and repair services are all included in homeowner’s association fees, affording residents a value-driven, worry-free lifestyle that can easily be found at The Heritage at Claremont. “I love the staff here,” said Chuck. “If there is an issue, it is solved immediately.” The Heritage at Claremont is just minutes from Bernardsville’s charming and vibrant town center, which offers shops, services, boutiques, a movie theater and some truly magnificent restaurants. “I like walking to the restaurants,” said Chuck. “There are five or six different restaurants that we can walk down into this beautiful village.” With New York City less than an hour away, residents are easily connected to the sights, sounds, shows and shopping in the most sought-after city in the world. The Bernardsville Train Station is also in close proximity. “Now I can walk right down and get on the train to go to New York,” Suzanne said. “It’s wonderful.” In retrospect, the Chuhinkos could not be more pleased with their decision to move to The Heritage at Claremont. “I love walking in the front door,” said Suzanne. “It’s just perfect. It’s beautiful here. I just love to come home.” The Heritage at Claremont is located at 80 Claremont Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924. Residences are priced from the $700s to $1.7M. Private tours are available. To learn more, call 908-857-4492 or visit theheritageatclaremont.com. About The Heritage at Claremont The Heritage at Claremont breaks new ground in the concept of luxury home building. Visionary Natale G. Conti and noted architect Jeffrey Beer came together to create The Great Hall and The Collection. Working with project advisor Daniel Lincoln, known for his work in historic preservation, Beer has harmonized the old with the new at The Heritage at Claremont. The community, located at 80 Claremont Road in Bernardsville, is sponsored by NGC Development, LLC and represented by Turpin Realtors. To learn more, visit theheritageatclaremont.com.

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