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Panel discussion will address COVID-19’s affect on homelessness By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
There have always been homeless and hungry families in Mercer County, but the combination of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic dislocation has brought more families seeking help to HomeFront, the Lawrence Township-based nonprofit that helps the homeless and the working poor. HomeFront is bringing together several experts to discuss COVID19’s impact on homelessness and hunger in a virtual panel discussion at 6 p.m. Nov. 19. The panel discussion, which is co-sponsored by the Princeton Public Library, is being held in conjunction with National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, which will be observed Nov. 15-22. The panelists include Sarah Steward, HomeFront’s chief operating officer; Bernie Flynn, the chief executive officer of the Mercer Street Friends, which is a Trenton-based nonprofit whose food bank supplies food to numerous food pantries; and a former HomeFront client who will speak about her personal experiences with hunger and homelessness. Panelists also include Gregory Stankiewicz of the New Jersey Community Schools Coalition, and Emily Lemmerman of Princeton University’s Eviction Lab, which studies the causes and impacts of eviction. The panelists will focus on how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people, locally and nationally, who are homeless or who earn very low incomes, as well as the impending eviction crisis. Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week aims to educate the public and draw attention to the problem of poverty. Its goal is to build a base of volunteers and supporters for groups such as HomeFront and Mercer Street Friends. It was organized in 1975 by Villanova University students, according to its website, www.//hhweek.org. Connie Mercer, HomeFront’s founder and chief executive officer, said HomeFront is running the speaker panel – along with other ways for the community to get involved – during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week because the community has shown during the pandemic that it wants to get involved. “For those who are doing OK, they are aware that many of their neighbors are losing jobs, strug-
gling to pay rent and their other bills, and they want to help. We are grateful that members of the community have reached out to us and asked what they can do to help,” Mercer said. There are hundreds of families who, for the first time in their lives, need help to feed their families, pay the rent, or to buy critical necessities such as diapers, Mercer said. Some of those families are former HomeFront donors or volunteers. HomeFront has experienced an unprecedented increase in need since the pandemic was declared in March, Mercer said. HomeFront has delivered more than 342,000
meals to families who have become homeless and who are living in motels, and at HomeFront’s Family Campus in Ewing Township. HomeFront also has opened a third food pantry at its FreeStore in Trenton, in addition to its food pantries at the Lawrence Community Center at 295 Eggerts Crossing Road and at its headquarters at 1880 Princeton Ave. HomeFront also has given out nearly 385,000 diapers and wipes. Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week gives HomeFront a chance to connect with the community and discuss the current sit-
uation, and to join together to find ways to help neighbors in need, Mercer said. The panel discussion is one of the four ways to learn more and to get involved, she said. In addition to the panel discussion, HomeFront is holding a popup information and drop-off center at 63 Palmer Square in Princeton on Nov. 15 from noon to 5 p.m. The community can learn more about the situation and how to help. Donations of non-perishable food, coats, diapers, wipes and baby formula will be accepted. HomeFront also is offering a virtual tour of its headquarters at 1880 Princeton Ave. in Lawrence
on Nov. 20 at 3 p.m. and Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. Finally, HomeFront’s ArtSpace program is holding its annual Art for the Holidays event that highlights artwork created by HomeFront clients. It showcases work created by clients and local artists to benefit homeless families. Artwork can be purchased online or by appointment. Visit www.homefrontnj.org for log-in details to the free panel discussion, or call 609-989-9417, ext. 133. For the ArtSpace program, visit www.artjamnj.org. For more information about HomeFront, visit www.homefrontnj.org.
ArtJam and holiday market support artists, local families experiencing homelessness
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ArtJam for the Holidays will be held Nov 14 to Dec 12, featuring the works of more than 50 artists online and in person.
ArtJam for the Holidays is a re-imagined art event, supporting homeless families, and taking a creative approach while keeping visitors safe and socially distant. From Nov. 14 to Dec. 12, ArtJam for the Holidays will display the art of professional artists and undiscovered artists who have experienced homelessness. In addition to an online gallery (www.artjamnj.org), the art can be viewed and purchased in HomeFront’s new Blue Garage Gallery at the Family Campus in Ewing.
HomeFront’s Blue Garage Gallery officially opens with ArtJam for the Holidays, its inaugural art event. Featuring more than 50 local and regional artists, ArtSpace artists and SewingSpace creators, it offers one-of-a-kind art for sale, including paintings, pottery, glasswork and hand-sewn items, according to a statement from HomeFront. ArtJam is a pop-up art exhibition typically held in Palmer Square in Princeton. Due to the COVID-19 situation, ArtJam was
offered virtually in an online gallery this summer. “We are very grateful for all of the community support for ArtJam, throughout the years, and especially during these uncertain times when we moved the display and sales online,” Ruthann Traylor, director of Artspace/SewingSpace at HomeFront, said in the statement. “We were so pleased with our success of ArtJam Online and our Holiday Market in 2019 that we are producing an exciting new event – ArtJam for the Holi-
days which combines both.” ArtJam for the Holidays goes live on Nov. 14 supporting ArtSpace, the therapeutic art program at HomeFront. “Not only are these events fundraisers, they have a significant impact on encouraging the HomeFront artists and boosting their feelings of self-worth. Shoppers are supporting these budding entrepreneurs as they gain business skills and opportunities,” Traylor said in the statement. National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, Nov. 15-23, coincides with the monthlong ArtJam for the Holidays event. During National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, programs are planned throughout the nation to raise awareness of the prevalence of struggling Americans, especially children. “Families in the Mercer area should not have to worry about whether they will have food on their plate or a roof over their head. We have seen a real increase in the needs of many residents in these times of economic downturn,” HomeFront Founder and CEO Connie Mercer said in the statement. Visit the Blue Garage by appointment for a personal shopping experience or purchase items online. “Bringing together the work of professional and aspiring artists makes ArtJam for the
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One incumbent, two newcomers presumably elected to school board By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
Lawrence Township voters appear to have returned one incumbent school board member for another term, and elected two newcomers to the Lawrence Township Public Schools Board of Education in the Nov. 3 general election. Based on preliminary results updated as of Nov. 7, which were current as of press time on Nov. 11, incumbent school board member Michele Bowes is the top vote-getter with 4,345 votes. Newcomers Gregory G. Johnson and Tabitha Bellamy McKinley have placed second and third in the voting tabulation, earning 4,320 votes and 3,819 votes, respectively. Nine candidates are vying for the three seats on the school board, including incumbent school board members Dana Drake and Cathy LeCompte. Drake and LeCompte have received 3,714 votes and 3,812 votes, respectively. The term is for three years. Candidates Patricia Hendricks
Farmer has received 3,779 votes; Heather Camp has earned 3,194 votes; Jasmine Surti has garnered 2,439 votes; and Olufunmiola Ladigbolu has claimed 2,270 votes. The vote tallies are unofficial and have not been certified by Mercer County Clerk Paula SollamiCovello. The deadline to count all votes is Nov. 20, which includes 993 provisional ballots in Lawrence in addition to the vote-bymail ballots. The deadline to certify the results to the State of New Jersey is Nov. 23. Bowes has lived in Lawrence since 2007 and has two children who attend Lawrence High School. She is a licensed social worker at St. Lawrence Rehabilitation Center. Camp is a seven-year resident of Lawrence, and has two children enrolled at the Lawrenceville Elementary School. She is the former director of Community Engaged Learning at The College of New Jersey, and is now a stay-at-home mother. Drake grew up in Lawrence and
returned to her hometown to raise her family. She has one child who attends Lawrence High School. She is the human resources director at the NJ Infrastructure Bank. Farmer grew up in Lawrence. She has one child who attends the Lawrence Middle School. She is a business associate in the finance department at the Princeton Montessori School. Johnson has lived in Lawrence for more than 30 years. He has two children, one of whom graduated from Lawrence High School and another child who graduated from The Bridge Academy in Lawrence.
He is an attorney in private practice. Ladigbolu has lived in Lawrence since 2017. She has three children, one of whom is a senior at Lawrence High School. She works in IT as a change control administrator at Columbia University Medical Center. LeCompte is a 22-year resident of Lawrence. Her two children graduated from Lawrence High School. She is a marketing designer for Trimble MAPS in Princeton. McKinley has lived in Lawrence for 10 years. She has two children enrolled at Lawrence High
School. She is the NAEP state coordinator for the New Jersey Department of Education, where she oversees the national and international assessments in K-12 schools. Surti is a four-year resident of Lawrence. She has one child enrolled at the Lawrence Middle School and another child enrolled at Lawrence High School. She is a senior manager in the Consumer Bank Governance and Control Department at TD Bank. For continued election updates, visit https://results.enr.clarityelections.com/NJ/Mercer/107134/ web.264614/#/summary
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Morven Museum & Garden will hold “The Calming Art of Cross Stitch” virtual workshop from noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 12 and 19; or from 2-4 p.m. Nov. 14. Register at morven.org Mercer County will hold a paper shredding day from 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 14 or until trucks reach full capacity, rain or shine, in Parking Lot 4 at 651 S. Broad St., across from the Mercer County Administration Building, Trenton. Residents may bring up to eight boxes or bags of paper. No commercial businesses are permitted. Proof of residency such as a driver’s license is required. For more information, visit www.mcianj.org or call 609278-8086. The next trek by the Lawrence Hopewell Trail Saturday Morning Walking Club is scheduled for Nov. 14. Walkers will start at 9:30 a.m. at the Mount Rose Preserve parking lot at 355 Carter Road, Hopewell Township, off the west side of Carter Road and will walk through the Mount Rose Distillery segment of the trail. The two-mile round-trip walk through the woods continues off-road next to Pennington Rocky Hill Road. Hikers will walk past the Whiskey House and on to Bailey Court, where they will turn around and head back to the Carter Road parking lot. Visit www.lhtrail.org the morning of the walk if it looks like inclement weather might postpone the walk. For directions, visit https://goo.gl/ maps/1n6wrysQ2Rh3imVZ7 For more information about the Mount Rose Distillery segment of the trail, visit https://lhtrail.org/project/mt-rose-distillery/.
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from May, will be held Nov. 14 and 15 at the Princeton Garden Theatre, Nassau Street, Princeton, to celebrate short films from around the globe. The NFF screens short films and music videos (30 seconds to 20 minutes) in the following categories: fiction, documentary, animation, student fiction, horror, music videos, trailers and episodic. Best of Festival Awards are given in each of the categories, and attendees have a chance to network with actors, actresses, directors, writers, producers and directors of photography at a special festival event. Audience members will also have the opportunity to participate in question-and-answer panel discussions with filmmakers whose films are selected to screen at the festival. The festival will accept submissions through Sept. 15.
Sat., November 14 – Sat., December 12
The Work of Adrienne Kennedy: Inspiration & Influence will be presented by McCarter @Home from Nov. 14 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
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The Rotary Club of Robbinsville Hamilton’s inaugural Flags For Heroes program will present a field of American flags through Nov. 14 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Hamilton, along Whitehorse-Hamilton Square Road and Klockner Road. Each American flag honors someone’s local hero including military, mother, father, grandparent, son, daughter, family, friend, neighbor, COVID-19 hero, fire and rescue, police, teacher, nurse, doctor, medical professional, clergy, business, and others who have made a difference in someone’s life. For more information about the Rotary and its charitable initiatives, email Info@RHRotary.org or visit www.RHRotary. org. El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) comes alive through color and celebration with an exhibition at the Arts Council of Princeton through Nov. 14. El Día de los Muertos is observed in Mexico and throughout the world this time of year, where family and friends gather to remember and honor those who have died. Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars using sugar skulls, marigolds, and favorite foods of those who have passed. The Arts Council of Princeton presents a vibrant art installation in its Taplin Gallery inspired by this culturally-rich holiday. The gallery will be filled with an elaborate altar, flower constructions, plus the sugar skulls, papel picado, and nichos created by participants from our community workshops. Hours are 1:30-8:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information and gallery hours, visit artscouncilofprinceton.org.
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The Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey/Princeton Symphony Orchestra will present a concert featuring the music of Price, Bach and Grieg at 4 p.m. Nov. 15. Tickets to this event come in the form of an access link. For more information, visityocj.org orprincetonsymphony. org The Lawrenceville Main Street (LMS) Landscape/Design Committee will host a virtual holiday wreath-making workshop at 2 p.m. Dec. 6. Design expert Kevin Bullard of
Bullard Horticulture, Ltd. will present a live, interactive class on how to create a professional, personalized fresh balsam wreath. The registration fee of $30 includes a 24-inch, fresh, double-sided balsam wreath, a handmade bow in a choice of colors, a variety of pinecones, and a wire hanger. Participants are encouraged to gather other decorative items such as silk or dried flowers, faux leaves, holiday ornaments, smaller bows, winterberries and a variety of greens to embellish their wreaths. A hot glue gun or floral wire will be needed for the workshop. There also is an opportunity to purchase a professionally decorated wreath as a holiday gift to a Lawrenceville Main Street business for a donation of $40. For more information and to register online, visit www. lawrencevillemainstreet.com/calendar-of-events and click on the wreath workshop graphic. The deadline for registration is Nov. 15. Pineland Farms is supporting this event. All proceeds from this event are used to support the Lawrenceville Main Street Landscaping/Design Committee beautification activities in the historic Village of Lawrenceville. For updated information, visit www.lawrencevillemainstreet.com or www.facebook.com/LawrencevilleMainStreet.
Sun., November 15 – Sun., November 22
November 15-22 is Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. HomeFront is offering the community various ways to learn, get involved and have an impact. Buy holiday art online, or by appointment, at HomeFront ArtSpace’s Art For The Holidays event from Nov. 14 to Dec. 15. Kicking off during Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week, this event showcases art from local and HomeFront artists to benefit homeless families. For more information, visit www.artjamnj.org Stop by HomeFront’s “Pop Up” Information & Donation Drop Off Center from 12-5 p.m. Nov. 15 or from 4-7 p.m. Nov. 20 or from 12-5 p.m. Nov. 21 or 22 at 63 Palmer Square, Princeton. Learn about the local situation and how to help, and donate non-perishable food, coats, diapers, wipes and formula. More information is available at www.homefrontnj.org
Mon., November 16
The Washington Crossing Audubon Society (WCAS) will present “Impacts of Deer and Invasive Plant Species on Forest Understories in New Jersey,” an online presentation by Jay F. Kelly, at 8 p.m. Nov. 16. Kelly, associate professor of Biology and Environmental Science at Raritan Valley Community College, will discuss his research on the impact of overabundant deer and invasive plant species since the mid-20th century on 250 forests in central-northern New Jersey and the effectiveness of different tools for forest restoration. The goals of this research are to provide real-world research opportunities for students and to equip local communities with information needed to understand these important issues and what can be done to address them. This is a free, virtual event. To register, email contact. wcas@gmail.com to receive a link to Zoom meeting with access code. Space is limited to the first 100 registrants. More information about WCAS can be found at www. washingtoncrossingaudubon.org.
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Through Nov. 16, Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker (D-16) is hosting a virtual food drive for the food banks serving the residents of the 16th Legislative District. To donate, visit https://yougivegoods.com/district16-fooddrive See CALENDAR, Page 4A
Win a full scholarship to Rider University Business-minded high school students can win a full, four-year tuition scholarship to Rider University in the 2021 Norm Brodsky Business Concept Competition. The annual competition challenges high school seniors, juniors and sophomores to develop an innovative business idea and present it in front of a panel of judges. Seniors will compete for the grand prize of a full, fouryear tuition scholarship, while juniors and sophomores will compete for cash prizes and the chance to automatically be entered into the senior competition when eligible. As this year’s competition is entirely virtual, it opens up the opportunity for additional applicants worldwide. “While the coronavirus pandemic has changed the delivery method for the competition, it actually allows us to have entries globally,” Lisa Teach ’02, ’09, director of Rider’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies and a visiting professor, said in a prepared statement. “This is my third year managing this competition after serving as a judge previously, and I am continually blown away by the creativity we’re seeing from the high school students.” Entrants must submit a 400 word descrip-
tion of their product or service at rider.edu/ BrodskyCompetition by Nov. 15. High school seniors must also apply to Rider to be eligible for the scholarship. The top five finalists from each group will present their ideas in front of a panel of judges virtually and the winner will be announced on Jan. 30, 2021. The competition is sponsored by alumnus and entrepreneur Norm Brodsky ’64, the namesake of Rider’s business school, the Norm Brodsky College of Business, and his wife and business partner, Elaine. It is open to students who apply to Rider with any major because Norm Brodsky believes that entrepreneurship can be found in any person and any industry, according to the statement. “I wholeheartedly believe that entrepreneurship is a mindset,” Norm Brodsky said in the statement. “Entrepreneurs aren’t just people who start their own businesses, but people in organizations who develop new ideas and solutions. Each year, I am thrilled to see that mindset is alive and well within these high school students.” For more information about the competition, contact Teach at teachli@rider.edu.
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Small businesses can receive discounts on PPE purchases
New Jersey-based small businesses and nonprofit organizations with 100 or fewer employees may apply to receive 25% discounts on purchases of personal protective equipment (PPE) from vendors approved by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). The discounts are available under Phase 2 of the NJ Small and Micro Business PPE Access Program, which the NJDEA launched on Nov. 10. Small businesses and organizations interested in receiving 25% discounts must apply at https://covid19.nj.gov/ppeaccess. Once the NJEDA has confirmed their eligibility, they will receive vouchers for purchases from a “designated vendor” of their choice. This discount will automatically reduce the costs of online purchases the participating small business or organization makes from that designated vendor by 25%. The
discounts will expire after 14 days, or on Nov. 30. During Phase 1 of the program, the NJEDA identified and vetted “designated vendors,” including Boxed, Office Depot and Staples, which have partnered with the authority to create “microsites” where New Jersey-based businesses can purchase a curated selection of PPE products at a 10% discount. The NJEDA also collaborated with the New Jersey Department of Health to create an online PPE Planning Tool that helps businesses understand PPE product requirements and estimate their organizational PPE needs. Links to the designated vendor microsites and the PPE Planning Tool are available at https://covid19.nj.gov/ppeaccess. The second phase of the PPE Access Program makes $20.4 million available to subsidize small and micro businesses’ PPE purchases from Staples and Office Depot. During
this phase, businesses with 100 or fewer full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) can receive grants equal to 25% of the cost of purchases made through these designated vendors. All eligible businesses can receive up to $400 in discounts, and businesses operating in one of New Jersey’s 715 census tracts that were eligible to be designated as Opportunity Zones can receive up to $500. These grants are applied in addition to the 10% discount offered to all businesses, meaning small businesses can save up to a third of the cost of their PPE purchases. In addition to the PPE Access Program, the NJEDA administers a variety of grant, low-cost financing, and technical assistance programs for small and mid-sized businesses impacted by COVID-19. Comprehensive information about these programs and other state support for businesses impacted by the pandemic is available at https://cv.business.nj.gov.
Dawn to Dusk relay raises thousands of dollars for Boys & Girls Clubs On Nov. 1, Dr. Zoubir Yazid, his wife Erika and their daughter Jasmine, who is a junior at Princeton High School, were joined by 17 participants from 6:30 a.m. to 5:38 p.m. in Community Park South for the Dawn to Dusk Run/Walk for Kids. “We care greatly about youth, their safety and development. Unfortunately, not all youth in our county have equal access to programs and services to keep them safe and provide them access to caring adults. Young people are at the greatest risk of being a victim of crime between the hours of 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; however, most at-risk youth don’t have access to after school programs due to an inability to pay for these services. The Boys & Girls Clubs provides after school programs to over 500 children and teens each day and never turns a child away based on ability to pay. These programs support each child’s educational, leadership and overall youth development,” the Yazids posted on the race website. Though the goal was to raise $7,000, the event raised $9,020 as of press time for
the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County. “Even the pouring rain in the afternoon did not stop the members of the team,” Zoubir Yazid said. “It was especially great for us that eight Princeton High School friends of my daughter Jasmine participated in her efforts to raise money by running/walking and donating to the overall team effort. It is always so nice to see the new generation be so involved in the community and helping those in need.” Zoubir Yazid, who is the chief learning officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County, said the funds directly benefit a child or teen in need of financial assistance to be able to attend club programs. “This year it is especially critical to raise funds as the club has been under financial pressure because of all the COVID-19 related protocols that had to be put in place to ensure the kids we serve are safe and healthy,” Zoubir Yazid said. For more information, visit the team page at https:// secure.qgiv.com/event/run4clubkids20/team/868547/
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ccasionally, everyone has problems sleeping. But if you regularly cannot get a good night’s sleep, or your snoring is disrupting the sleep of a loved one, you may suffer from a sleep disorder. A sleep disorder can adversely affect health, work performance, school and relationships, so it is important to seek professional help. The Sleep Center at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center offers adults and children comprehensive care for sleep disorders, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow up. Poor Sleep, Poor Health As many as 70 million Americans are living with a sleep disorder, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Among the most common sleep disorders are: • Sleep apnea: Abnormal breathing patterns during sleep • Restless leg syndrome: Uncomfortable sensations that cause an urge to move the legs • Insomnia: Difficulty falling or staying asleep • Narcolepsy: A neurologic condition causing extreme daytime sleepiness Left untreated, sleep disorders can put a strain on your body and inhibit the proper functioning of your heart, lungs, brain, and even your digestive system. In addition, failing to get the recommended 7-8 hours of nightly sleep for adults can increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and depression. Sleep disorders have also been linked to eye diseases such as glaucoma, memory problems and headaches. Signs of Sleep Disorder Excessive sleepiness during the day, trouble getting a full night’s sleep, irregular nighttime breathing, gasping or choking in your sleep, snoring, and increased movement at night are all signs of a sleep disorder. In addition, poor sleep can cause problems with memory or concentration, irritability, sleepiness when driving and hyperactivity in children. If you have signs of a sleep disorder, talk to your doctor. Diagnosis and Treatment Diagnosing a sleep disorder typically begins with a sleep study either at home or at a designated sleep center. Sleep studies help identify problems by assessing brain waves, blood oxygen levels, your heart rate and breathing, as well as eye and leg movement. Once diagnosed, sleep disorders are usually treatable, with solutions ranging from changing your sleep habits to medication to a device known as a CPAP to improve breathing during sleep. Patients with obstructive sleep apnea who do not respond well to CPAP or other treatment options may be candidates for a minimally invasive procedure that involves surgically implanting a device that works to sense breathing patterns and deliver mild stimulation to maintain an open airway and promote regular breathing during sleep. For a select group of patients, this procedure may provide a better quality of life and long-term relief from their obstructive sleep apnea symptoms. Healthy Sleep Habits • Wait until you are sleepy to go to bed. This reduces your
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time awake in bed worrying about sleep. You might find it helpful to follow a ritual of relaxing activities before bedtime, such as taking a bath or reading a book. • Keep a regular schedule. Go to bed and get up at the same times every day, even on weekends and holidays. Regular times for meals and other activities also help keep the body’s internal clock on schedule. • Make your bedroom cool, quiet, dark and comfortable. Room-darkening shades, earplugs or a soft “white-noise” machine, and an open window with comfortable blankets can help you achieve these ideal sleeping conditions. • Don’t read, write, eat or watch TV in bed. Your bed should be associated with sleep. That way, when you go to bed, your body knows it is time for sleep. • Avoid caffeine, alcohol and nicotine for at least four hours prior to bedtime. While alcohol may help you fall asleep, it causes poor quality sleep later in the night. Caffeine and nicotine are both stimulants that can keep you from falling asleep. • Avoid vigorous exercise within four hours of bedtime. Intensive exercise is important earlier in the day, but too close to bedtime it can stimulate the body and cause trouble falling asleep. • Don’t eat a heavy meal right before bedtime. • Don’t use sleeping pills or over-the-counter sleep aids for prolonged periods. Becoming dependent on sleep medicine can interfere with the body’s natural ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. • Don’t take naps. Skipping naps will help ensure you are tired at bedtime. If you do nap, try to limit it to 20 or 30 min-
utes, and wake up before 3 p.m. • Try to get a full night of sleep as often as possible. Give yourself the opportunity to sleep at least seven to eight hours each night. Good sleep leads to more good sleep. People have so many demands on their time, they often feel that failing to get a full night’s sleep is natural and that they can catch up on sleep later. If you are not dedicating enough time in your schedule for a good night’s sleep, you need to make the time. If you make those adjustments and are still not getting a good night’s sleep, a medical evaluation is in order. With prompt diagnosis and effective treatment, you can sleep, feel and live better. The Sleep Center at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center is fully accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, a professional organization dedicated to assuring quality care for patients with sleep disorders and to the advancement of sleep research, and related public and professional organizations. Comprehensive services include overnight sleep studies, home sleep studies, daytime sleepiness assessments and individual treatment plans. To learn more about the Sleep Center at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center call 609-853-7520 or visit www. princetonhcs.org.
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Officials announce New Jersey’s COVID-19 vaccination plan Gov. Phil Murphy and New Jersey Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli have announced the state’s COVID-19 vaccination plan, which they said is designed to provide equitable access to approved vaccines, achieve maximum community protection and build public trust in advance of an approved vaccine “The strategic and efficient deployment of a vaccine will be critical to our continued fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and is a key tool in our recovery,” Murphy was quoted as saying in a press release. “While we will welcome one or more COVID-19 vaccines, we are not going to simply rush forward. We will be as methodical and deliberate in our approaches to a vaccination plan as we have been in every aspect of our responses over the past eight months,” the governor said. “The department’s vaccine plan is expected to evolve over time as more details about vaccine availability, timelines, distribution, funding resources and supplies are released,” Persichilli was quoted as saying in the press release. “Our aspirational goal for a wide-scale vaccination program for New Jersey is to vaccinate 70% of the adult population in a six-month period. The department will follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on prioritization and further allocation decisions will be made through a health equity lens,” she said. New Jersey submitted its draft COVID-19 vaccination plan to the CDC on Oct. 16. The plan calls for an all-of-government approach to a wide-scale vaccination program, according to the press release. “To date, there is no globally approved COVID-19 vaccine. However, there is an expectation a vaccine will become available either by the end of the year or the first quarter of next year under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) pre-approval,” Persichilli said. An EUA allows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the availability of unapproved medical
product to be used to prevent serious or life-threatening diseases when there are no adequate, approved and available alternatives, according to the press release. The FDA may issue an emergency use authorization for one or more COVID-19 vaccines by the end of 2020 or the first quarter of 2021. Several vaccines are in Phase 3 clinical trials. Some of the vaccines will require a twodose regimen, 21 to 28 days apart, according to the press release. The initial allotment of vaccine to states is expected to be limited. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to the CDC has drafted recommendations for the first phase of the vaccination effort, prioritizing health care workers who have the potential for direct exposure and essential workers and individuals at risk, including those 65 and older. It will be up to states to determine the final allocation, according to the press release. The Department of Health has been working to ensure an equitable wide-scale vaccination program since July and established the New Jersey Department of Heath COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force with nine teams. The task force is chaired by Dr. David Adinaro, deputy commissioner for public health services. “While this is a statewide coordinated plan, it will be implemented locally and so the task force is focused on working collaboratively with local and county health departments and numerous other partners in this process,” Adinaro said. “This effort will help ensure all voices are heard in developing and implementing this program.” Information about COVID-19 and the vaccines currently in development is still evolving and the Department of Health will continue to release information as it becomes available, according to the press release. The department’s COVID-19 vaccination plan has been partly informed by New Jersey’s experience with pandemic influenza vaccination during the 2009 H1N1 pandemic, according to the press release.
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Greenwood House will hold a fundraiser, Online Live with Richard Kind, at 7 p.m. Nov. 19. Hosted by Chef Nick Liberato of Netflix’s “Restaurants on the Edge” along with his local project at Stockton Farmer’s Market, The Borscht Belt Delicatessen. For ticket information, visit www.greenwoodhouse.org The Historical Society of Princeton offers guidance and tips to help use today’s readily available technology to preserve and share family history. “Research Your Roots – Capturing Your Family History” will be presented at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St. Use technology to create audio and video files to record and share anecdotes, family jokes and legends, and first-person accounts of how your family has interacted with the past century and how they see current events. For more information, call 609-924-9529 or visit princetonlibrary.org A fall student reading, presented by the Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Creative Writing, will take place at 5 p.m. Nov. 17 via Zoom. Selected students from fall courses in Creative Writing
read from their work in fiction, poetry, screenwriting and literary translation as part of the Althea Ward Clark W’21 Reading Series presented by the Program in Creative Writing. Free and open to the public. No registration required. For more information and the Zoom link, visit https://arts. princeton.edu/events/fall-2020-student-reading/
Wed., November 18 – January 10, 2021
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 from Nov. 18 through Jan. 10, 2021. A Winter Wonderland outdoor fundraiser is planned for Dec. 3. During the fundraising party, the museum will be open to enjoy the decorated trees and mantels at timed intervals; however, the party is based outdoors. The basic party tickets are $175 per person. 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; $8.00 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/
Thurs., November 19
Morven Museum & Garden will present “Utopia, New Jersey: Travels in the Nearest Eden” with author Perdita Buchan at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 19. For more information, visit morven.org
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Holidays a different exhibit from a traditional art show,” Traylor said in the statement. “A dedicated team of volunteers and I have transformed a utilitarian outbuilding into a professional art venue. We are excited to have our inaugural event in the Blue Garage in time for the holiday season.” Traylor added, “Through transforming this former storage garage we bring both awesome art and the important stories of HomeFront’s work to the community.” The gallery will be available online from Nov. 14 to Dec. 12. Visiting the Blue Garage will be by appointment only with adherence to safety and social distancing. Appointments can be made 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, or noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. To make an appointment, visit www.signupgenius.com/ go/10c0d48acaf2aabf8c16-2020 For more information on ArtJam for
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n sheer size alone the 2021 Infiniti Moreover, the exterior now features QX 80 should be crowned “King of 22-inch forged alloy wheels, chrome mirthe Road”. ror caps. A new hydraulic motion control suspension system was also When I see vehicles this added to provide a smoother, large, I usually quip to whoevmore stable ride. er is within ear shot at the time, The results are indeed im“Geez, that looks like a house pressive for this massive SUV, on wheels.” first introduced by Infiniti Well folks, for 2021, Infiniti back in 2004. has introduced a new trim line I not only drove the QX to the QX 80 offerings, the top80 around town – to and from of-the-line Sensory AWD. I work and such – for one week, was fortunate enough to jump but I also took it on a 240behind the wheel of the new mile roundtrip sojourn out to Sensory AWD QX 80 recently Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, to for a one week test drive and if display my wares at a sports you are going to label this full Peter Perrotta card show. sized luxury SUV a house on The ride out to Camp Hill wheels, it’s one very opulent and back was extremely comhouse. “A new Sensory grade sits at the top of fortable and pleasant. The cabin is not only the revised QX80 line up,” says a release opulent but roomy and comfortable as well. from Infiniti. “Occupants will experience The QX 80, powered by a large 5.6 liter nata sumptuous cabin featuring quilted semi- urally aspirated V8 that puts out 400 horseaniline leather appointed seats, and charcoal power is more than adequately powered. This engine roars, providing easy passburl wood trim and a new graphite tricot ing and lane changing capabilities, and once headliner.”
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you get all the way over to command the left lane on the Pennsylvania Turnpike it cruises at high speeds quite nicely as well. However, all this bigness and opulence comes at a price. The new Sensory model QX 80 is not cheap and neither is it gas consumption efficient – this isn’t your typical tree hugger ride. The EPA’s fuel consumption ratings for the QX 80 come in at an average of 15 miles per gallon – with 19 mpg on highway driving and 13 mpg in around town or city driving. Moreover, the EPA estimates that on average it will cost you about $3,250 a year to feed the QX 80 with gas as it uses about 6.7 gallons per every 100 miles driven. The base price of the Sensory model QX 80 is $83,300. My test model had added options as well and when you tack on the $1,395 destination and delivery charge the bottom line sticker price comes in at a hefty $87,035. The added options on my test vehicle included: $485 for Infiniti illuminated kick plates; $410 for roof rail cross bars; $295 for a cargo package; $455 for Infiniti illu-
minated welcome lighting and $695 for the Coulis Red premium exterior paint. So the question at this point remains, is while the new Sensory top-of-the-line QX 80 is certainly luxurious and rich, the price point it is now offered at pushes it into the company of some pretty hefty competitors – namely the popular BMW X7 or the equally as popular Mercedes Benz GLS. In summarizing its review of the QX 80, the editors at Car and Driver gave it high marks for, “handsome styling, standard V8 power, plush and spacious cabin.” However, for low points, Car and Driver pointed out that the QX 80 “seems outdated compared to rivals.” I tend to agree, but not wholeheartedly. The German-made X7 and GLS have gone to smaller, more state-of-the-art engines that make up for the downsizing by adding a turbo charger or an electric battery EQ boost to give them more pep and better gas mileage. Additionally, inside the cabins, the German X7 and GLS seem to be a bit ahead of Infiniti when it comes to providing the latest infotainment and wide touch screen command center. Don’t get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with the operational functionality of Infiniti’s system, it just seems a bit dated with comparing it to what you get inside the X7 or GLS. However, all that being said, there is still room for the new Sensory model QX 80 if you are considering a full sized luxury SUV. There is a distinct difference in the way that the German made X7 and GLS feel and drive when compared to the Japanese made Infiniti. The Infiniti offers a smoother, more airlike ride. With the German models you get a stiffer, more performance-oriented ride. Is one better than the other? Who is to say? The true test is in the eye of the beholder. You have to get in and test drive these models and see for yourself which is more to your liking. In case your were wondering just how big the QX 80 is, according to Infiniti’s spec sheet this vehicle has a wheelbase 121.1 inches, an overall length of 210.2 inches, a width of 79.9 inches and stands 75.8 inches high. Peter Perrotta’s On The Road column appears weekly. For comments and questions he can be contacted at peter@capitalmotorcars.com
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