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East Windsor Regional School District superintendent resigns By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Richard Katz has resigned from the top administrative post in the East Windsor Regional School District, less than three years after he was appointed to the position in September 2015. In a letter to parents announcing his decision to resign, Katz wrote that “for personal reasons, I have decided not to continue as superintendent and have accepted a position elsewhere as a director of human resources. “The time I have served the
East Windsor Regional School District has been extremely rewarding both personally and professionally,” Katz wrote in the letter, which was dated June 21 and posted on the school district’s website. “I tremendously value the relationships we have built and the great educational advancements we have realized,” he wrote, adding he was confident the children’s current quality of educational experiences “will continue to blossom under the future leadership and sustained efforts” of the school district staff. In its own statement on the
website and posted above Katz’s letter to parents, the Board of Education wrote, “Yesterday, the board was surprised and saddened to receive Dr. Katz’s letter of resignation. “We respect his reasons for deciding to leave both our district and the job of superintendent, but regret his decision and we will miss his leadership,” the board wrote, noting that Katz had made “many significant contributions.” During Katz’s tenure in the school district, the board wrote, he implemented full-day kindergarten, increased the emphasis on the whole child, and reconfigured
the elementary schools. The four elementary schools will be reconfigured into two K-2 schools and two 3-5 schools in September. Katz will continue to work with district administrators over the summer “to ensure a smooth roll-out of the 2018-19 school year. We accept his resignation and will miss him,” the board wrote. School board President Alice Weisman said the board will likely discuss its next steps in finding a replacement for Katz at the July 9 meeting. “Our first priority is getting an interim superintendent in place
for September,” Weisman said. Katz was hired in September 2015. He had served as the superintendent of schools in the Saddle Brook public school district in Bergen County. Katz earned a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University, a master’s degree in education administration from Montclair State University and a doctorate in education from Rutgers University. He began his career as a teacher, and later served as vice principal at the elementary school and middle school levels in the Ringwood and South Orange-Maplewood public school districts.
East Windsor to offer car seat safety checks By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
The first in a series of five sessions to help parents ensure their child’s car seat has been safely installed is planned for June 30 from noon to 4 p.m. at the East Windsor Volunteer Fire Co. No. 2, 69 Twin Rivers Drive, East Windsor. The free program, in which a nationally certified child passenger safety seat technician will check on the proper installation of a child safety seat, is being funded by a $7,000 grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Safety. Four more sessions will be held - two in July, and one each in August and September. The program is being sponsored by East Windsor Township, Mayor Janice S. Mironov said. The township sponsored the same program last year. The second and third sessions - on July 7 and July 21 - will be held at Etra Lake Park in the Disbrow Hill playing fields parking lot, from 4-9 p.m. The July 7 session coincides with the township’s annual Independence Day celebration, and the session on July 21 coincides with the Family Night in the Park event, Mironov said. The fourth session is set for Aug. 7 at the East Windsor PAL complex, 30 Airport Road. It will be held from 6-9 p.m. in the main parking lot. It is being held in conjunction with the township’s annual National Night Out event. The final session is slated for Sept. 13 at the East Windsor police/municipal court building, 80 One Mile Road, Mironov said. It will be held from 3-8 p.m. All of the sessions are free for East Windsor residents. It takes about 10 minutes for a technician to check a child safety seat. The goal of the program is to
teach parents how to properly secure their child in the child safety seat, which is required by state law. The technician will make sure the child safety seat has been properly installed. Under state law, children who are under 4 years old and weigh less than 40 pounds must be in a rear-facing car seat with a fivepoint harness. Once a child turns 4, the youngster may ride in a front-facing car seat equipped with a five-point harness. Children may transition to a booster seat when they outgrow the car seat. They must use a booster seat until they reach 8 years old and 57 inches in height. At that point, the child may sit on the seat and use a seat belt. If the vehicle is a pickup truck or a sports car that lacks a rear seat, the child’s car seat may be placed on the front seat, but the passenger-side airbag must be disabled if the child is using a rear-facing car seat. Otherwise, a child can ride in the front seat in a car seat or booster seat. Citing sources as varied as AAA and the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, Mironov said car crashes are the leading cause of death for children under 14 in the United States. Properly installed child safety seats can prevent injuries and save lives, but four out of five child safety seats are not properly installed, she said, citing those sources. Children who are restrained in a child safety seat have an 80 percent lower risk of a fatal injury compared to those who are not restrained. The seats reduce fatal injuries by 71 percent for infants and by 45 percent for children between the ages of 1 and 4. “The proper use of child safety seats is one of the simplest and most effective means to pro-
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Title up Earlier this month, the Twin Rivers Library in East Windsor hosted a special event that let area children use their creativity and motor skills to build fantastical things using Legos. Pictured above and below, Akhil Nakka, 3, of Monroe, gets a some assistance from Prabha Perla (left) and host Rachael Wisniewski. Pictured right, Zoee Netrebov, 3, of East Windsor, constructs something straight out of her imagination with Legos.
East Windsor will present fireworks display July 7 By Lea Kahn Staff Writer
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Fireworks will fill the air over Etra Lake when East Windsor Township sets off the sparklers at its annual Independence Day celebration. The Independence Day celebration is set for July 7 beginning at 6 p.m at Etra Lake Park, off Disbrow Hill Road. The rain date is July 14. The event is free. The celebration features music provided by several musical groups, starting with Jerry Rife’s Rhythm Kings Dixieland Jazz Band at 6 p.m. The six-piece band plays jazz music. The Trenton Brass Quintet
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Plus One, another six-piece band, will follow at 7:45 p.m. The band plays Americana music and popular melodies. The fireworks display will begin right after the musicians wrap up their tunes, at about 9:30 p.m. “Our nation’s Independence Day is a great occasion for our residents to join together to celebrate and recognize our blessings of liberty and freedom,” Mayor Janice S. Mironov said. Residents can bring blankets and chairs to sit on and watch the fireworks, and use the barbeque grills in the park, Mironov said. For those who do not want to use a grill, there will be food available for purchase.
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Movie: Murder on the Orient Express at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated PG-13, 114 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30-11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth–2.5 years & a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.
Sat., June 30
Isha Yoga & Meditation will be held at 3 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The Isha Foundation, an international non- profit organization founded by Sadhguru, is offering this Yoga and Meditation workshop. Learn physical postures, breathing methods and meditation techniques to improve your overall wellbeing. No previous knowledge of yoga
required. Limited space; please call the Reference Desk to register at 609448-0957. Barbara DiLorenzo Author Visit from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Listen to Ms. DiLorenzo’s newest picture book, “Quincy: the Chameleon Who Couldn’t Blend In.” Then make your own watercolor paintings. Registration required at www. mcl.org. Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program. The event, sponsored by East Windsor Township and funded by $7,000 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 2, 69 Twin Rivers Drive. The 2018 Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents, at no cost, can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws.
Mon., July 2
Make It! Monday from 10:30-11:30 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 with a caregiver can drop in during the program to make this week’s craft & stay to play with the library’s toys. Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2-3 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work with this drop-in service. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers). K-6th Grade Tutoring from 4:30-6 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474. #Maker Club from 7-8 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn coding basics & get creative. For ages 9-14. Registration required at www. mcl.org.
Tue., July 3
Story Time, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2-5. Story Time with Mr. Malcolm from 10:3011:15 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. See stories come to life as told by the amazing storyteller, Mr. Malcolm. Suggested for ages 3-6. Beginning Spanish class from 5-6 pm, Citizen-
ship Exam Review from 6-7 pm and Learning English with Victor from 7-9 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474. for any of these 3 classes.
Thu., July 5
Story Time, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2-5. Music and fireworks. Mercer County Symphony Band will be playing at the gazebo with fireworks beginning at dusk. The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Village Park, Maplewood Avenue, Cranbury. Rain date is Friday, July 6. No alcohol is permitted in the park. Conversational English as a Second Language at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Bollywood Fusion Dance from 1-2 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn classical & Bollywood dance techniques to perform with popular American songs. This class is led by Sudipta Ghosh, a local dance instructor with 15 years experience in classical Indian & Bollywood dance instruction. For ages 6+ Registration required at www.mcl.
org. Circus Magic Show from 3-4 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn about the circus through magic tricks with local musician Dennis Thomas. For ages 4-12. Registration required at www.mcl.org.
Fri., July 6
Family Movie: “Peter Rabbit,” 10 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Watch a movie with the family. Bring a bagged lunch or snack to enjoy with the movie. All ages. This movie is rated PG, 100 minutes. Lego Play, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Join us for Lego fun at the library. Play with other children ages 2-5. Movie: “Walk the Line” at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie. Rated PG-13, 136 minutes. A small snack will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Baby & Toddler Time from 10:30-11 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For children ages birth–2.5 years & a caregiver. Join us for singing & rhyming fun followed by play time with the library’s toys.
Sat., July 7
Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program. This event, spon-
sored by East Windsor Township and funded by $7,000 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. at Disbrow Hill Park (during Independence Day celebration). The 2018 Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents, at no cost, can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws. East Windsor Independence Day Celebration. Free entertainment begins at 6 pm with the Jerry Rife’s Rhythm Kings Dixieland Jazz Band, a 6 piece band from the Delaware Valley area best known for its traditional jazz sound, followed at 7:30 pm by the Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One, a six-piece ensemble from Central Jersey performing “Americana” and a variety of popular melodies. The spectacular Fireworks Display will commence immediately following the musical presentations, at approximately 9:30 pm. Bring your blankets and chairs, and use the barbecue grills for a night of free fun at Etra Lake Park. There also will be vendors present selling refreshments. This free event is made possible through the generous contributions of many area businesses. In the event of inclement weather, call (609) 443-4000, ext.
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CAMPUS CORNER The Spring Semester Dean’s List at Gustavus Adolphus College has been released. The list comprises students who have earned a 3.7 grade point average (based on a scale in which 4.0 = A) or higher for the semester ending in May 2018. The following local students were named to the Dean’s List at Gustavus Adolphus College: Anh Le, of East Windsor --The following Fairfield University student(s) received Dean’s List Honors for the Spring 2018 semester. In order to be placed on the Dean’s List, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours in a semester, have no outstanding or incomplete grades for that semester, and have attained a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better. Nicole Karoline Klein and Paige Marie McGuire, both of Cranbury, were honored. --The following Mercer County student earned academic honors from Cabrini University for the spring 2018 semester: Krista Michenfelder of East Windsor was named to the Dean’s List. Dean’s List recipients have achieved a GPA of 3.5-3.89 for coursework complet-
ed at Cabrini University with a minimum of 12 credits. President’s List recipients have achieved a GPA of 3.9 or higher for coursework completed at Cabrini University with a minimum of 12 credits. --Swetha Tanjore of East Windsor excelled during the Spring 2018 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Hofstra University Dean’s List. --During Commencement ceremonies on May 21, 2018, Lehigh University conferred 1,103 Bachelor’s degrees, 402 Master’s degrees and 59 Doctoral degrees. Of the more than 1,500 graduates, degree recipients came from 42 states and 53 countries, majoring in 91 different disciplines. Courtney Lenzo of East Windsor with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering degree with High Honors. Yulun Wu of Cranbury with a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics degree with a major in Finance, William Grelis of East Windsor with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degree. --Christian Swiney of Hightstown was among 29 student-athletes from Tallahassee Community College named to the
Florida College System Activities Association’s All-Academic Team for having attained a minimum 3.30 GPA, either during the current academic year or over multiple years. --Megan Henderson of East Windsor has been named to the McDaniel College Spring 2018 Dean’s List with High Honors. Highest honors are earned for a semester grade point average of 3.90 or higher, high honors for a grade point average of 3.70-3.89, and honors for a 3.50-3.69 average. --Jenna Rose Hart of Hightstown graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Anthropology from James Madison University during commencement exercises May 4, 2018. --Matthew Feldstein, of East Windsor, has been placed on the Gettysburg College Dean’s Honor list for outstanding academic achievement in the Spring 2018 semester. --Caroline Lloyd of Hightstown has been placed on Gettysburg College’s Deans’ Commendation List for outstanding academic achievement in the Spring 2018 semester.
--Dhushyanth Ramasamy of Cranbury has earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. --Springfield College has named Kaylee Cesard of Hightstown to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the spring 2018 term. Cesard is studying Health Science/Occupational Therapy. --Andrew Goldstein of Cranbury has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2018 semester at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. --University of the Sciences recognized graduates as part of the University’s 197th Commencement celebration in Philadelphia, Pa., on Wednesday, May 23, 2018. Mark Mikaeal of East Windsor graduated with a doctor of pharmacy degree. --Patrick Sockler of Cranbury was one of 58 students inducted this spring into the Muhlenberg College chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest and most prestigious honorary society in America.
cessed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. On June 21, a 37-year-old man from Hamilton was arrested for driving while intoxicated, during the course of a motor vehicle stop, in the parking lot of police headquarters. He was booked, processed, issued traffic summonses with a pending court date, and released to a friend. On June 21, a 25-year-old woman from Hightstown was arrested for driving while intoxicated, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on North Main Street. She was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses with a pending court date, and released to a friend. Other arrests On June 21, a 20-year-old man from East Windsor was arrested for disorderly conduct, forgery, and underage consump-
tion of alcohol, during the course of a call for service in the Stockton Street parking lot. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, and released on a summons complaint with a pending court date. On June 21, a 22-year-old from Cranbury was arrested for an active warrant out of Hightstown Municipal Court, during the course of a motor vehicle stop in the parking lot of police headquarters. He was booked, processed, issued a traffic summonses, and released after posting bail. The East Windsor Police Department initiated the following police reports through Wednesday, June 20. A 20-year-old man from East Windsor was taken into custody at 4:19 p.m. on June 17 for possession of under 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. According to the East Windsor
Police Department, an officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on the man’s car when he observed an inoperable brake light as the car was traveling along Edwards Drive. The marijuana and paraphernalia were located during the officer’s investigation. The man was released pending a court action. A 31-year-old man from Huntingdon Valley, Penn. was apprehended by police just before 3:30 p.m. on June 18 after an officer observed a vehicle going faster than the speed limit on Route 130 North. During the officer’s investigation, marijuana was located in the vehicle. The driver was arrested and charged with possession of under 50 grams of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle, driving while suspended, unlicensed driver and obstructing traffic.
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The Hightstown Police Department initiated the following police reports through Wednesday, June 21. CDS/DWI arrests On June 17, a 49-year-old man from Hightstown was arrested for driving while intoxicated, endangering the welfare of a child for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated with a juvenile passenger, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on Route 130 North. He was transported to police headquarters, booked, processed, issued traffic summonses, and released to a family member. On June 20, a 21-year-old woman from North Brunswick was arrested for possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, during the course of a motor vehicle stop on North Main Street. She was transAported to police headquarters, booked, pro-
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By Michele S. Byers
Explore the Pine Barrens through paddles, hikes and tours New Jersey may be the nation’s most densely populated state, but how many of its citizens know the Pine Barrens? The Pine Barrens wilderness includes more than a million acres of pine forests, rivers and streams … with few roads, cars or developments. It’s a place with a unique plants and animals, fascinating history and culture, and it sits atop one of New Jersey’s biggest underground freshwater reserves. It’s also highly accessible, located directly west of the busy Garden State Parkway as it crosses through Ocean, Burlington, Atlantic and Cape May counties. Introducing people to the Pine Barrens is the mis-
sion of Pinelands Adventures, an offshoot of the nonprofit Pinelands Preservation Alliance advocacy group. Now in its fourth season, Pinelands Adventures offers an up close and personal look at the region through paddling trips, hikes and guided tours. Pinelands Adventures was established after Carleton Montgomery, executive director of the Pinelands Preservation Alliance, realized that introducing more people to the Pine Barrens would help build public support for the region’s protection. “Unless people really get to experience something, it remains abstract,” explained Rob Ferber, director of Pinelands Adven-
tures. “Once you paddle down a river or take a hike, you see how special the Pine Barrens are.” In the hot summer, Pinelands Adventures offers paddling on the Mullica and Batsto rivers. The company owns a fleet of kayaks and canoes for naturalistguided and self-guided trips. For those who prefer to explore the Pine Barrens on foot, Pinelands Adventures offers a variety of hikes. One popular hike is the moderate “Journey between Two Rivers,” hike, just upstream of the confluence of the Batsto and Mullica. More serious hikers might enjoy tackling the famous 52-mile Batona Trail in sections with a guide.
Those interested in historic and cultural landmarks can take a Pinelands Adventures bus trip. Try the John McPhee Tour, based on the places made famous by the New Jersey author’s 1968 book. There’s also a fall cranberry farm tour, and a “ghost towns of the Pine Barrens” tour. Last year, about 8,000 people joined Pinelands Adventures paddles, hikes and tours. Most came from outside the Pine Barrens, in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. “A lot of people don’t know that this incredible wilderness is here in between New York City and Philadelphia, in the most densely populated state,” said Rob. “It’s such
a unique and special place that the people who come are usually interested in learning more about it.” Pinelands Adventures also runs “Pinelands Discovery Tours,” which include nature walks along the Mullica River at Goshen Pond, wading in the river with nets to find aquatic life, and learning how to conduct water quality surveys. Many schools, including some from Newark and Camden, offer trips to students. Thanks to grants from the Victoria Foundation and Subaru, Pinelands Adventures can provide the programs to these urban districts at little or no cost. Want to have fun this summer while learning about the Pine Barrens
from those who know it best? Try Pinelands Adventures! To sign up for a paddle, or book a hike or bus tour, go to www.pinelandsadventures.org. For more information about the Pine Barrens, visit the Pinelands Preservation Alliance website at www.pinelandsalliance.org. And to learn about preserving New Jersey’s land and natural resources, visit the New Jersey Conservation Foundation website at www.njconservation. org or contact me at info@ njconservation.org. Michele S. Byers is executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation in Morristown.
Gov. Phil Murphy has signed legislation into law that will allow municipalities to establish charitable funds into which taxpayers can make donations in return for a property tax credit. Murphy said he took the action on May 4 to protect New Jersey taxpayers from an increase in the federal income tax as a result of the Trump Administration’s cap on the state and local tax deduction (SALT). “What the Trump Administration enacted with the SALT cap was nothing more than a tax hike on our working and middle-class families and seniors,” Murphy said. “With this legisla-
tion, New Jersey authorizes municipalities to allow their taxpayers to make charitable contributions toward important governmental goals in exchange for up to a dollar-per-dollar reduction in their taxes, joining 33 other states that have allowed credits in exchange for charitable contributions without IRS interference. Getting this right is one of our administration’s most important tasks in creating a stronger and fairer New Jersey.” U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) said, “We know New Jersey families and communities will be among the hardest hit under the disastrous, partisan tax
law, with potentially longlasting effects on services, property value, education and public safety. I applaud Gov. Murphy, senators Stephen Sweeney and Paul Sarlo, assembly members John McKeon, Mila Jasey and Roy Freiman, and their colleagues for taking this important step to protect hardworking New Jersey families.” According to a press release from Murphy’s office, the federal tax law will hurt many New Jersey taxpayers who pay more than $10,000 in state and local property taxes. Estimates indicate more than one in 10 New Jersey households will see an increase in their federal income taxes. To mitigate the federal tax law, the legislation, S-1893, allows taxpayers to
donate to a charitable fund established by their municipality, county or school district. In return for their donation, the taxpayer will receive a credit on their property tax bill of up to 90 percent of the donation, according to the press release. Taxpayers would then be able to claim their donation as a charitable deduction on their federal income tax return, preserving the deduction homeowners enjoyed for the more than 100 years since the federal income tax was instituted in 1913, according to the press release. Officials in at least one Monmouth County town, Marlboro, went on record earlier this year and supported the state legislation Murphy ultimately signed on May 4.
On Jan. 18, the Marlboro Township Council passed a resolution supporting what was then a bill in the Legislature. Officials said it was not known if the creation of charitable accounts to pay the operating expenses of municipalities and school districts would be approved by the federal Internal Revenue Service. At that time, Mayor Jonathan Hornik said, “I asked the council to consider this resolution in regard to efforts being made on a state level where we can recharacterize [property tax] payments being made by our residents as charitable contributions. “[This change would] help states like New Jersey and California which are severely affected by the new tax reform act. … The
center of the problem is that our state and local income tax payments cannot be deducted above $10,000. “In a town like Marlboro, there are people whose taxes are above $10,000 and it has a real impact on our community. While I have no idea if this [charitable contribution plan] will be doable, ultimately it is going to be up to the IRS to determine if this is doable,” Hornik said. The IRS did not respond to a request for comment regarding Murphy’s decision to sign the legislation into law and allow municipalities to establish charitable funds into which taxpayers can make donations in return for a property tax credit.
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tect young children passengers,” Mironov said. “This proactive initiative is to focus publicly on the high value of using child safety seats and using them properly. Residents will be given literature offering tips on child safety
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MERCER COUNTY NOTES Explore lives of lichens at Mercer County Park
The Mercer County Park Commission will host lichenologist Dennis Waters on Saturday, June 30, from 10 a.m. to noon, as he unveils the mysterious lichens commonly found throughout our natural world. Waters will lead two hours of exploration along the wooded trails of Mercer County Park, shedding light on the strange lifestyles and ecological importance of lichens. Hanging hauntingly from the branches of trees, providing bursts of color in an otherwise barren and toxic copper mine, and adorning the presidents of Mount Rushmore with 5 o’clock shadows, lichens can be found thriving in nearly all of earth’s environments. Their incredible ability to grow almost anywhere, including inside solid rock, has enabled lichens to cover 5 percent of earth’s land surface. Most people never think twice about these unassuming, undervalued life forms commonly seen as grayish-green patches on tree trunks, but Waters will be bringing lichens into the spotlight. During this walk, Waters will teach you how to identify some of the common lichens that he knows so well, as well as teach about the ecological importance, behaviors and lifestyles of lichens. This fun and informative walk will take place next tto the Caspersen Rowing Center. Please ewear appropriate footwear and bring water. - This program is free and suitable for teens and adults. To register, call the Na-ture Programs at (609) 888-3218 or rege ister online by following this link: https:// e lgoo.gl/forms/.
. sNature center to offer free n -picnic days for families p Looking for free family summer fun? fPack your lunch and enjoy a day outdoors .on Picnic Days at the Tulpehaking Nature dCenter. Due to last year’s success, this tevent has been extended to three Saturdays -throughout the summer: June 30, July 28 n -and Aug. 25, from noon to 3 p.m. Families -and friends are invited to relax in the shade -and enjoy educational activities, and even sa sweet treat from Rita’s. x Join Watershed Fellows Amanda Buchner and Giovanni Rivera for bilingual educational games and activities on the importance of water and the Delaware River watershed.
Spanish-speaking volunteers will be on site. Guests will be able to explore the small but mighty creatures that live in the marsh, participate in arts and crafts, and then finish out the day with a cool refreshing cup of Rita’s Italian ice. Picnic Day is free and open to the public as part of Tulpehaking Nature Center’s summer-long effort to provide engaging family programs. For more information, please call (609) 888-3218 or e-mail tnc@ mercercounty.org. The Tulpehaking Nature Center is located at 157 Westcott Ave. in Hamilton. It is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. For more information about the nature center, programs and schedule of events, go to www.mercercountyparks.org.
‘Evening in the Garden’ with Master Gardeners The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County will host an “Evening in the Garden” at Mercer Educational Gardens, Hopewell Township, on Wednesday, July 11 from 6 to 8 p.m., rain or shine. Stroll through the Mercer Educational Gardens where Rutgers Master Gardeners will offer ways to draw you out into your own garden in the evening. Discover the pollinator and host plants for butterflies and moths. Each of the individual demonstration gardens will be staffed by Rutgers Master Gardeners who have developed and maintained the garden. Brief tours will be offered of the entire Educational Garden, with identification of trees, shrubs and plants that are important sources of food for butterflies and moths. You might just find that your backyard is your favorite summer evening getaway. Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County is a volunteer educational outreach program of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, 930 Spruce St., Lawrence. Master Gardeners participate in many volunteer programs throughout the county, as well as answer home horticulture questions through their Rutgers Master Gardener Helpline, (609) 989-6853, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, March through October. For more information, contact Rutgers Cooperative Extension at 609-989-6830 or visit the Master Gardeners of Mercer County website at www.mgofmc.org.
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DR. JEFFREY L. CHAIT, M.D. It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Dr. Jeffrey Chait. His passing on June 15, after a brief illness, is a loss to PMG, to his many devoted patients, and to his wife, Rita and their children and grandchildren. The funeral occurred June 17. Jeffrey Chait joined PMG in 1992. Since then, he tirelessly served his PMG patients, supporting countless mothers-to-be and their babies, and caring for women throughout their lives. He had a quick smile, was warm and compassionate, and was known for his calmness in the midst of times of stress. The entire Princeton Medical Group Family mourns the loss of such a great physician. His family has asked that donations in his memory be made to Doctors Without Borders.
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Exhibit. “An Eclectic Assembly of Work in Oil, Water Colour and Acrylic,” featuring the work of Gary David Fournier, will be on display at the Gourgaud Gallery, located in Town Hall, 23-A North Main Street in Cranbury. On his website garydavidfournier.com the artist indicates: “I try to combine impressionism using the frequent and visible brush strokes and canvas texture to emphasize elements of my subjects. I often use color mixing on the canvas rather than the palette and in so doing I am amazed at the affect that often results. Glazing is a new part of my oil and acrylic technique learned recently in a personalized painting class. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my more recent engagement with local art groups discussing and sharing mutual stories of our work and visiting galleries to study a variety of artists and their works.” Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday–Friday; 1-3 p.m. Sunday, July 8 and Sunday, July 15. A reception will be held from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, July 8. The artwork is for sale with 20 percent of each sale going to support the Cranbury Arts Council and its programs. Cash or a check made out to the Cranbury Arts Council is accepted as payment. See www.cranburyartscouncil.org.
Mon., July 9
Maker Monday: Chalk Art, 2–4 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. We’ll get creative with colored chalk and make our own artwork. Ages 7–12. Sci-Fi Movie: “Robocop (1987),” 6:00 pm at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. In a dystopic and crime-ridden Detroit, a terminally wounded cop returns to the force as a powerful cyborg haunted by submerged memories. Rated R. 102 minutes. Preregistration preferred. Make It! Monday from 10:30-11:30 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 with a caregiver can drop in during the program to make this week’s craft & stay to play with the library’s toys. Lunch Time Guided Meditation from 12:30-1 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2-3 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and Legal Notices Board of Fire Commissioners Monroe Fire District No. 2 July 11th Meeting Time Change
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Fire Commissioners, Monroe Township, Middlesex County, Fire District No. 2, is changing the time of their regular meeting of July 11, 2018 to 6:00pm at the District Fire House, 10 Halsey Reed Road, Monroe Township, New Jersey 08831. CP, 1x, 6/29/18 Fee: $9.30 Affidavit: $15.00 EAST WINDSOR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC NOTICE of BOARD MEETING: Date Change Please Take Notice, that the July 16, 2018 regular meeting of the East Windsor Regional School District Board of Education has been Rescheduled and will take place on Monday, JULY 9, at 7:00 p.m. in the Administration Training Rooms 807A&B Paul M. Todd SBA/Board Secretary EWRSD WHH, 1x, 6/29/18 Fee: $24.18 Affidavit: $15.00 BOROUGH OF JAMESBURG NOTICE OF FINAL ADOPTION The ordinances published by title herewith have been finally adopted at the meeting of the Mayor and Borough Council of the Borough of Jamesburg, held on June 20, 2018. ORDINANCE #04-18 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING THE SCHEDULE OF FEES OF THE BOROUGH OF JAMESBURG ORDINANCE #06-18 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF VARIOUS SEWER EQUIPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $60,000 THEREFORE, AUTHORIZED IN AND BY THE BOROUGH OF JAMESBURG, IN THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE #07-18 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF POLICE EQUIPMENT AND APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $45,000 THEREFORE, AUTHORIZED IN AND BY THE BOROUGH OF JAMESBURG, IN THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE #08-18 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ACQUISITION OF VARIOUS EQUIPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $30,000 THEREFORE, AUTHORIZED IN AND BY THE BOROUGH OF JAMESBURG, IN THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX, NEW JERSEY Susan Boulogne Acting Municipal Clerk Borough of Jamesburg CP, 1x, 6/29/18 Fee: $35.34
work with this drop in service. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers). K-6th Grade Tutoring from 4:30-6 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474. Craft Circle-knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, quilters + from 7-8:30 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Adults & teens 14 & up! Crafters of all skill levels are invited to join the library’s crafting group. Bring a project and work on it with other crafters. Drop in anytime during this monthly meeting, share what you’ve made and chat over light refreshments.
Tue., July 10
Story Time, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2-5. Literature Lovers’ Book Discussion: Vanessa and Her Sister by Priya Parmar, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Told from the perspective of Vanessa Bell, this fictionalized novel about Virginia Woolf’s family begins in 1905, when the Stephens siblings have moved to Bloomsbury after their father’s death. Preregistration preferred. Getting the Most out of the Library’s Web Site computer class will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn how to navigate the library’s website and catalog effectively to yield the best results. How to place holds, renew items you have checked out, request museum passes, about library apps like hoopla, Overdrive, Flipster and Freegal and much more. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Adult Craft: Burlap Flower Wreath, 6 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Use colorful burlap fabric to make a flower wreath for your front door. Ages 15 and up. Preregistration required. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30-11:15 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes & a craft. Siblings welcome. Beginning Spanish class from 5-6 pm, Citizenship Exam Review from 6-7 pm and Learning English with Victor from 7-9 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474. for any of these 3 classes. Monthly Drop-in Blood Pressure Checks from 6-7 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Drop in for a blood pressure check from our local public health nurse. There will also be health information & activities for children.
Wed., July 11
Paper Crafts with Lonie will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a paper crafting workshop to create two blank cards or choose your own sentiment. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Please call the Reference Desk to register at (609) 448-0957. Document Shredding/Recycling Day. This township event, from 4 to 8 p.m., is sponsored by Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Members of Council, in conjunction with the East Windsor Clean Communities Committee. Free document shredding will be available to East Windsor residents, with a limit of ten boxes per household. No commercial drop-offs are permitted. RISE will be onsite for drop-off of shoes, clothing, blankets, working appliances, usable furniture, and housewares. NO ELECTRONICS ACCEPTED at this event (i.e. NO televisions, computers, computer accessories and non-working appliances.) East Windsor Senior Center, 40 Lanning Boulevard. For further information, call 609-443-4000, ext. 215. Socrates Café will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Socrates Café is a gathering where participants pose questions, listen to others, raise challenges and consider alternative answers. Background in philosophy not required; no preparation necessary. Story Time with Miss Liz from 10:30-11:15 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes
& a craft. Siblings welcome. Brown Bag Book Club from 12-1 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. We’re back to fiction! Drop in with your lunch and join our discussion on a fun summer read, “Where’d You Go, Bernadette?” by Maria Semple. Beverages & a light dessert will be provided. #Maker Club, Jr. from 3-4 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn coding basics & get creative with different featured projects each week. For ages 5-8. Registration required at www. mcl.org. Evening Guided Meditation from 8-8:30 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Come join us for guided meditation at the end of your day. Leave feeling relaxed & rejuvenated. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.
Thu., July 12
Story Time, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2-5. PowerPoint Basics, 2:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Learn to create basic presentations, format text, and insert images. Mouse and keyboard skills are essential. Preregistration required. Improve Your English, 6:30 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. In this group for beginners, we’ll work on our written and spoken English, as well as reading. Students should have some knowledge of English already. Preregistration required. Pelvic Floor Disorders will be discussed at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Pelvic floor dysfunction, including urinary incontinence, frequency, pelvic organ prolapse and constipation, are common conditions faced by both men and women. In many cases physical therapy can help improve quality of live. Join Fatima Shad, PT, DPT and Katrina Health, PT, DPT, physical therapists specializing in pelvic wellness. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Conversational English as a Second Language at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Book Worms & Wiggle Worms book club & play group from 10-10:30 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For young children & their caregivers. Children will play with the library’s toys while caregivers will discuss, “Anything is Possible” by Elizabeth Strout. Light refreshments provided. Bollywood Fusion Dance from 1-2 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn classical & Bollywood dance techniques to perform with popular American songs. This class is led by Sudipta Ghosh, a local dance instructor with 15 years experience in classical Indian & Bollywood dance instruction. For ages 6+ Registration required at www.mcl.org. MadScience: “Slime Time” from 3-4 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Explore, create & play with the most entertaining & useful molecule known to science. Discover its many shapes & forms. For ages 6-10. Registration required at www.mcl. org. Classical Indian Dance Workshop from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us in this introduction to the traditions of classical Indian dance. Learn a basic short dance and some of the traditions behind it. Led by Sudipta Ghosh, a local dance instructor with 15 years experience. Registration required at www.mcl.org.
Fri., July 13
Family Movie: “Moana,” 10 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Watch a movie with the family. Bring a bagged lunch or snack to enjoy with the movie. All ages. This movie is rated PG, 113 minutes. Star Lab with Pearl Observatory, 1 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Learn about the stars, planets, and constellations in the
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Sat., July 14
Writers’ Group, 2–5 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Bring five pages of a work-inprogress to discuss.
Mon., July 16
Music Mondays, 11 a.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Play instruments, learn about rhythm, and sing songs with friends. Ages 2–5. Maker Monday: Tie Dye, 2–4 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Enjoy the cool and groovy experience of making your own tiedyed shirt. Ages 7-12. Please bring a cotton t-shirt to dye. A presentation on Investment Fraud will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. This presentation by Arlene Ferris-Waks with the New Jersey Bureau of Securities will empower attendees to become safer investors and learn about ways to protect themselves against investment fraud. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Evening Movie: “7 Days in Entebbe (2018),” 6 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. Inspired by the true story of the Israeli rescue mission after the hijacking and hostage-taking of Jewish passengers held in Entebbe, Uganda. Rated PG-13. 106 minutes. Preregistration preferred.
End of an Era: The Sinking of the Andrea Doria will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. A special two hour presentation by local maritime historian Michael Hyduk with new insights on what happened the night of July 26, 1956 when the Andrea Doria collided with the MS Stockholm in a fog 50 miles off the coast of Nantucket. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-0957. Mystery Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing A Beautiful Blue Death by Charles Finch. New members are always welcome and no registration is necessary. Sing-Along with Kim Yarson from 10:30-11:15 am at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For ages birth-5 & a caregiver. Dance to Kim’s high-energy guitar music as she plays classics and original songs. Registration suggested at www.mcl. org. Lunch Time Guided Meditation from 12:30-1 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. Help yourself regain the peace lost through busy mornings and smoothly get through the rest of the day. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, a 10 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Adult English Learner Writing Class from 2-3 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Improve your writing skills for school and work with this drop-in service. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers). K-6th Grade Tutoring from 4:30-6 pm at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children in grades K-6 will get homework help. Registration required in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474.
Tue., July 17
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sor. Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 2 through 5. Senior Moving Workshop, 7 p.m. at the Twin Rivers Library, 276 Abbington Dr., East Windsor. The idea of downsizing and moving can feel extremely overwhelming. This informative workshop will cover topics such as: where to start, what to do with all your possessions, and who will handle the actual move. Participants will leave with concrete, actionable information to feel in control and less stressed. Presented by Olga St. Pierre of Keller Williams Real Estate. Preregistration required.
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Kenneth R. Fredericks, 75 Kenneth R. Fredericks of East Windsor, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 23, 2018, at Columbia Presbyterian University Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was 75 years old. Born in Lansford, PA, he was a longtime resident of East Windsor, NJ. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Highstown, NJ where he enjoyed volunteering his time at the Monday Night Community Dinners. He was a dedicated literacy volunteer with LNJMCP where he shared the gift of reading. Ken was also serving a 3-year term on the East Windsor Township Economic Development Committee. A graduate of Lansford High School in Lansford, PA, Ken was an outstanding football player. He spent a postgraduate year at the New Mexico Institute before matriculating to Wichita State University where he earned a B.S. in Industrial Engineering. While earning his degree, Ken continued to play football and was a member of the 1963 Missouri Valley Championship Football Team. Ken began is career as an industrial engineer with General Electric, retiring from Merck Sharp and Dohme Corporation as a Senior Director. In his retirement, Ken was an avid writer, chronicling his football life and experiences in often heartfelt and hilarious stories. He loved spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He was deeply loved and will forever be missed. He was the son of the late Kenneth and Barbara (Stewart) Fredericks of Lansford, PA and was predeceased by his sister Nancy Ann. He is survived by his beloved wife Beverly (Ardos) Fredericks; loving father to daughter, Kendra L. Smith wife of John from Pittsburgh, PA and son, Tycho K. Fredericks husband of Gail from Portage, MI. He was a proud grandfather of five grandchildren, Dakota, Gunnar, Sienna, Jack and Ainsley. They all adored their “Gramps” and will greatly miss him. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 27, at 11:00 at the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home, 655 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA. Interment were held at Sky View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, PA. A memorial service will be held in NJ at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations to be made in Ken’s name to the First Presbyterian Church, 320 N. Main Street Hightstown, NJ 08520. These gifts will be designated to support the Monday Night Community Dinners at which Ken was a faithful and beloved volunteer. Online registry and condolences may be signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.
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