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Author calls for readers to listen up in his new book BY DAN AUBreY
Gary C. Woodward wants you to hear him out — really. The author of newly printed “The Sonic Imperative: Sound in the Age of Screens,” argues in his 320-page tome that despite the proliferation of visuals in our culture — hence the screens in the title — hearing is the primal sense. And while the recently retired communications professor from the Ewing-based College of New Jersey goes to great lengths to retune one’s thinking to the sounds around us, he also offers a caution: Without giving hearing the respect it needs, individuals are in for a literal ear-bashing. That point was exemplified at a recent meeting at a public café where our choice was sit inside and listen to songs from the 1980s played at high volume or sit outside and listen to the traffic. We picked the latter and got a bonus of two customers’ dogs barking at each other. “I just retired last year,” he says over the din. He provides an account when teaching a philosophy of communications course where “my film students would say they were visual thinkers” uninterested in See WOODWARD, Page 12
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Ewing Township, state and Mercer County officials officially open the Silvia Street extension at a ribbon cutting on July 20, 2021. Pictured are Mercer County Commissioner Lucy Walter (left), Ewing Council President David Schroth, County Executive Brian Hughes, Mayor Bert Steinmann, Assemblywoman Verlina Jackson Reynolds, state Senator Shirley Turner and Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli. For more Around Town news, turn to Page 3. (Photo by pixelsbytoddc. mypixieset.com)
2020 Census: Most area towns see moderate population growth BY BiLL SANserViNO
Many towns within Mercer County saw varying levels of population growth over the last 10 years, according to information released last month by the U.S. Census Bureau. Ewing Township was among those towns that saw moderate growth between 2010 and 2020. Meanwhile, there were
two towns that didn’t grow at all—Lawrence Township and Hopewell Borough. Both towns, in fact, saw small decreases in population—an oddity for this area of Central New Jersey, which had experienced break-neck growth since the mid-1980s. The statistics come from the 2020 Census Redistricting Data Summary File, and they provide the first look at
detailed information about where people were living as of April 1, 2020. Numbers are available for the nation, states and communities down to the block level. The report also contains information on Hispanic origin, race, age 18 and over, housing occupancy and group quarters. Overall, the report shows See CENSUS, Page 8
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A log house, a crime scene, and a bundle of evidence are all part of one of state’s most New Jersey-centric museums: The New Jersey State Police Museum and Learning Center. Located at New Jersey State Police Headquarters in West Trenton and now in the process of reopening Mondays through Fridays, the museum occupies two attached buildings, an 8,000-square-foot exhibition space built in 1992 and the 4,000-square-foot log cabin that served as the original NJSP headquarters. A car stop at the police guard station and brief drive into the state police compound are just a warm up for a few hours viewing New Jersey’s not-so-secret life of crime. After parking near the cabin and taking the path around it to a courtyard with a statue dedicated to NJSP troopers, head into the McGillin Architecture Incorporateddesigned center and make your first stop. See MUSEUM, Page 6
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HomeFront dedicates Healing Garden at Ewing campus HomeFront formally dedicated a new Healing and Memorial Garden at the Family Campus of its Family Preservation Center in Ewing on July 30. “The garden is a natural extension of our Family Campus. Both are places to help families rebuild their spirits after dealing with the pain and trauma of homelessness,” said Sheila Addison, director of the Family Campus. The garden will provide a place for meditative thought, moments of beauty, and gardening projects, while also commemorating the passing of HomeFront family members. The centerpiece of the Healing and Memorial Garden is a pergola constructed by volunteer members of All Saints’ Church, Princeton. The pergola replaces a similar one constructed by the church in 2010 at the Family Preservation Center’s former home at the Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf. After moving to its present location in 2015, HomeFront asked All Saints’ to construct the new one, which was completed shortly before the pandemic outbreak. The pergola faces an extensive garden of indigenous flowers planted with the help of Meredith Melendez of the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, the Mercer County
vulnerable neighbor. We are thankful to be part of the Healing and Memorial Garden project of the Family Preservation Center; it is a work of healing, hope and renewal. This is faith in action.” “My hope is that this will become a place where our parents can come to reflect and renew, our children can laugh and sing and witness the joy of nature, and those who we miss can always be remembered,” said Connie Mercer, HomeFront Founder and CEO. Since its inception 25 years ago, HomeFront, which is headquartered in Lawrence Township, has worked to break the cycle of poverty and end homelessness in Central New Jersey, serving thousands of Mercer County families. In the past year alone, almost Pictured under the pergola built by All Saints’ Church, Princeton are HomeFront 14,000 heads of households walked staff and community members who made the Healing and Memorial Garden through our front door looking for possible: Dana Irlbacher (left), Bay Weber, Liz Wasch, Marc Allen, Frederick help. For more information about HomeWasch and the Rev. Dr. Hugh Brown. Front, go to homefrontnj.org. Board of Agriculture, landscape architect Bay Weber, and the Wasch Family Foundation. At the dedication the Rev. Dr. Hugh Brown, rector of All Saints’ Church, commented, “We are honored and
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central New Jersey. As shown in the case, the uniform of the day includes a Stetson hat, brown boots, olive breeches, gray shirt with blue tie, holster, and, as Schwarzkopf designed, a military-style belt that runs diagonally across the chest The troopers then hit the road with 61 horses, 20 motorcycles, and one car and begin to make a name for themselves by protecting farms and combating automobile thieves. One project shows a poultry tattooing program. Demand starts to grow, a growing number of men enlist for training, and more troops are added. Then the Crime of the Century puts the New Jersey State Police on the map. It also takes center stage at the museum. The crime, of course, is the Lindbergh kidnapping. And the photos, text, as well as the actual ransom notes, ladder, floor board, child’s death certificate, and related paper work tell the story. It’s March 1, 1932, and the 20-month-old son of famed aviator Charles Lindbergh and his wife, writer Anne Morrow, is kidnapped from the family’s home in Hopewell. Newspapers, radio reporters, and movie newsreel camera operators descend on central New Jersey and turn the New Jersey State Police’s investigation into an international story. Scan the display and gaze at the images of the curly haired Baby Charlie, photos of a ladder found next to the house, wanted posters, and newspaper headlines. There are also images of the kidnapper, Bruno Richard Hauptman, ransom letters and money, and certificates related to Hauptman’s electric chair execution in Trenton — with the actual chair on view. The crime and era remain alive with a monitor playing the Movietone Newsreel describing the NJSP coordinating a nationwide search that leads to the arrest of Hauptman in September, 1934, and the 32-day trial that involved more than 150 witnesses.
A display case (above) shows the evolution of state police uniforms. At right, an exhibit allows visitors to play detective and search for clues in a mock-crime scene. All of the above materials are part of the NJSP’s Lindbergh archive of more than a quarter of a million documents, photographs, and videos assembled by archivist Mark Falzini, co-author of the Arcadia Publishing Company’s 2012 book “New Jersey’s Lindbergh Kidnapping and Trial.” Yet time, problems, and crime and time do not stand still — as the other museum displays demonstrate. Photo images show troopers securing the grounds of the 1937 Hindenburg Disaster in Lakehurst, providing security for the King and Queen of England’s 1939 Red Bank visit, and helping a circus worker capture his runaway elephant in North Jersey. Following the photos is a prohibition era still and a display focusing on the NJSP’s 1960s-era attack against organized crime. Using a pre-Atlantic City roulette wheel and slot machine, electronic surveillance equipment, and photos, it provides the visual story of Operation Tiger Shark’s attack on noted Atlantic City crime boss Nicodemo Scarfo. Then there is a “Confiscated Weapons” display where the text says prior to 1968 any individual — regardless of age — could purchase a firearm through the mail without obtaining a permit. That includes the 20 mm antitank gun on display. It also says, “Each year between 7,000 and 10,000 confiscated weapons are destroyed by the NJ State Police Ballistic Unit.” Other museum stations tell of various changes. Horses were eliminated in the 1930s. Cars replaced motorcycles in the 1950s. Radios enabled better coordination and public service. Uniforms were updated in 1958. And photos show the NJSP providing security for President Lyndon Johnson during the 1964 Democratic Convention in Atlantic City and working with local police departments and the National Guard during the 1967 Newark and Camden Riots.
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But the exhibition most likely to engage amateur sleuths is the interactive crime scene: a kitchen with counters, table, broken back door, overturned chairs, and a body outline. The museum text invites visitors to “place yourself in the shoes of a New Jersey State Police Crime Scene Detective,” start observing and collecting details to help solve the crime, and then test yourself by hitting a button that activates a video and illuminates clues in the room. Once finished here, visitors are invited to pass through a hallway, where photographs honor officers killed in the line of duty, and enter the original log cabin police building. There even the casual visitor can be taken with the display of vintage vehicles: the 1921 Harley Davidson Motorcycle issued to members of the first graduating class, a 1930 Buick touring car, a 1948 Harley Davidson, and a 1991 patrol car with spotlight, radio, and a shotgun held in position on the floor by a magnet. Overall, it’s a fun and easy one-of-akind visit that provides an interesting view of our one-of-a-kind state. The New Jersey State Police Museum & Learning Center, New Jersey State Police Headquarters, River Road (Route 175), West Trenton. Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. 609-882-2000, ext. 6401 or njsp.org/about/museum.shtml.
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CENSUS continued from Page 1 that people are increasingly living in cities and the surrounding areas. The population of U.S. metro areas grew by 9% from 2010 to 2020, resulting in 86% of the population living in U.S. metro areas in 2020, compared to 85% in 2010. “Many counties within metro areas saw growth, especially those in the south and west. However, as we’ve been seeing in our annual population estimates, our nation is growing slower
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The report also lists information on housing. The total number of housing units in Mercer increased by 7,273, from 143,169 to 150,442, an increase of 5.1%. Slightly more than 11,000 of those units are listed as being unoccupied. The total population in group quarters in 2020 was 19,477, which includes 12,268 in college/university housing, 3,414 in adult correctional facilities and 1,632 in nursing homes. The Mercer County numbers are similar to those for the state of New Jersey, which also saw a population increase of 5.7% to 9.28 million people over the last decade. The racial and ethnic diversity of the state increased. There was a 7.6% reduction in the number of white people to 4.82 million, while there were increases in all other categories. Overall, New Jersey is about 52% white. There was a 28.8% increase in the Hispanic/Latino population, to just over 2 million, a 1.2% increase in the Black population to 1.22 million, and a 30.9% increase in the number of Asians to 950,090. People identifying as two or more races or ethnicities grew by 275% to 903,494, and those identifying as Other grew by 87.4% to 1.05 million. *** Ewing Township’s population grew
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by 4.1 percent over the last decade , from 35,790 to 37,264. The racial/ethnic breakdown of the population change shows that the number of white residents decreased while all other categories went up. In 2010, whites were 63.1% of the population with 22,598 residents in town. By last year that number decreased to 18,280, which was 49.1% of the population. Overall, the white population decreased by 19.1%. The second largest population in Ewing is Black residents at 31.4%. Overall that population increased 18.5% from 9,885 to 11,709. The town also saw a 78.5% increase in Hispanic/Latino residents, from 2,727 to 4,868. In other categories: the number of Asians increased by 27.1%, from 1,538 to 1,955; people identifying as two or more races increased by 207.8% from 842 to 2,592; and those in the “other” category increased by 217.6 percent, increasing from 803 to 2,550. The township saw a relatively large increase in housing units as compared to neighboring towns. According to the Census Bureau report, the number of residential units went from 13,926 in 2010 to 15,637 in 2020—a 12.3% increase. The report shows that 1,748 units are vacant. The majority of those are likely located in apartment complexes currently being constructed throughout the town. The municipality with the most growth percentage-wise was Rob-
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ber in the report (12,307) was for Princeton Borough only, and the 2020 number (30,681) is for the consolidated Princeton. The Census report shows the municipality’s population growth as 149.3%. In actuality, in 2010, Princeton Township had 16,265, which added to the Borough’s population of 12,307 yields a total of 28,572. That means the increase was really 2,100 residents (7.4%). *** Lawrence Township saw the biggest population reduction in the county, going from 33,472 in 2010 to 33,077 in 2020—a decrease of 395 people (-1.2%). According to the population/ethnicity statistics, the white population in town reduced by 4,431, from 22,322 to 18,891, a 19% decrease. Increases included: Hispanic or Latino, 1,184 people, from 2,503 to 3,687 (47.3%); Asian, 11,171 people, from 4,721 to 5,892 (24.8%); two or more, 1,640 people, from 819 to 2,450 (199.1%); Black, 295 people, from 3,602 to 3,897 (8.2%); and Other, 945 people, from 913 to 1858 (103.5%). Municipal Manager Kevin Nerwinski commented on the statistics. “The very slight decline in population as shown in the 2020 U.S. Census suggests that the community maintains a consistent population level given that we are and have been essentially built out since the last census,” Nerwinski said. “The 2020 census was conducted during a world health pandemic and at a time when the political climate may have caused
some from our diverse community to not participate. “The importance of the census cannot be overestimated, and our community did an excellent job in getting the count that we did.” In terms of residential housing, the community is essentially built out, which is borne out by the fact that Lawrence saw very few houses built over the last 10 years. According to the Census Bureau report, there was an increase of only 29 housing units in town, from 13,239 to 13,268. A total of 718 of those units are identified as being vacant. The population in group quarters is 2,209, with 260 of those in nursing homes and 1,949 in college/university housing. The other community with a population decrease was Hopewell Borough. The number of people living there went down by four people over the last decade, from 1,922 to 1,918 (-.2%). Like Lawrence Township, the Borough saw a small increase in the number of housing units—from 817 in 2010 to 828 in 2020 (1.3%). The Census Bureau reports 41 of those units being vacant. Population changes in other Mercer County communities are as follows: East Windsor: 27,190 to 30,045 (10.5%); Pennington: 2,585 to 2,802 (8.4%); Hightstown: 5,494 to 5,900 (7.4%); Hamilton: 88,464 to 92,297 (4.3%); Hopewell Township 17,304 to 17,491 (1.1%).
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think. We’re producers of sound but not producers of light. We don’t flash to each other. We speak. Children cry.” While he calls sound the first in the hierarchy of senses, he also says that thanks to the invention of magnetic tape recordings and all the products it has produced that “sound is the newest sense.” “After World War II, we’re all interested in sound. You have kids addicted to music forgetting that if they had been born 200 years ago they wouldn’t have heard a concert.” “I was just attracted to sound as a kid,” Woodward says about his interest in the subject of sound. “I can tell you the first record I heard. How fascinated I was listening to radio. A band would be playing every night from Elitch Gardens (in Denver). They were broadcast on KOA (radio), and I lay in the dark and listened to the music. I loved brash band music.” That love translated into learning to play the drums and playing “though college and made enough money to pay for some of my college.” He says his musical playing career ended when he stood up to play during a performance and fell off the stage. “It made me think that I should be a listener.” The son of a steel businessman sums up his early student days as mediocre until he got interested in speech classes in high school. “That was a kind of the reason to pursue sound later,” he says. Demonstrating the cliché that the past is prologue, he says the much younger Woodward used a single tube radio kit and copper wires to create a
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what’s happening Back to stage & school Fall is coming, and with it hints of a return some sort of normalcy. Students in the region’s schools — many of which are highlighted in the special Back to School section starting on page 13 — are preparing to return to fulltime, in-person classroom instruction for the first time in more than a year. And cultural venues, from museums to theaters to concert halls, are equally hopeful that they will be welcoming audiences back to their galleries and auditoriums for live, in-person art, music, and theater. Dan Aubrey has a preview sampling of what’s to come this season beginning on page 4. But some venues aren’t waiting for fall. The Marie L. Matthews Art Gallery at the D&R Greenway’s Johnson Education Center in Princeton, is in the midst of its first in-person exhibit in more than a year. The aptly titled “Recovery” is a juried exhibit offered in partnership with the Garden State Watercolor Society (GSWCS), is on view by appointment through October 17. An outdoor awards ceremony and reception is set for Friday, September 10. In addition to the juried exhibit, members of GSWCS also have more than 100 “mini-paintings” illustrating aspects of the Delaware River on view in the education center’s lobby. drgreenway.org. Continuing the nature theme is Princeton’s Mor ven Museum and Garden, whose current exhibit, “In Nature’s
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from the cover Venues offer art and hope for an uncertain new season By Dan Aubrey The region’s art and culture venues are getting ready to get back to show business after a year where the spotlight was focused on the pandemic. And while there are some lingering questions of whether the shows will go or what social distancing protocols will be practiced, area presenters are cautiously optimistic and raising the curtains on some serious talent — much of it homegrown. Here’s a sampling of just some of the numerous fall events coming our way this fall.
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The Hopewell Theater reopens its live concert series with a Friday, September 10, performance by Hopewell’s nationally known singer-songwriter Danielia Cotton. Also featured in the event marking the theater’s fourth anniversary are New York guitarist Matt Beck and Spin Doctors founder and drummer Aaron Comess. The festivities start at 6:30 p.m. Tickets range from $30 to $36.
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Singer-songwriter Danielia Cotton, left, headlines the start of Hopewell Theater’s live concert series on Friday, September 10. Bordentown’s David White, right, is among the playwrights contributing to Passage Theatre’s community-centric season. Pyrenesia with Alex Adus also hit the stage in September. The Lambertville-based quartet and creator of the CD “Off-Beat Symphony” are noted for
their manouche (or gypsy) and middleEuropean inspired sound. They’ll be joined by Lehigh/Delaware Valley connected performer Adus. Look for them
on September 18. Hopewell Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell. 609-466-1964. www. HopewellTheater.com.
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The Cure Insurance Arena in Trenton hosts ‘Blippi The Musical,’ above, based on the popular children’s YouTube sensation. Above right, Anita Wise is featured in Hopewell Theater’s ‘Salami’s East Coast Comedy: Living Legends of Laughter’ show on Thursday, September 23. At right, the Bordentown Historical Society’s popular ‘Harrowing History’ series returns from September 18 through November 6.
Theater Stages The capital city-based Passage Theatre Company is presenting a “Trenton Makes” season of works created by artists and residents of the Trenton community for the Trenton community. “Not only are all of the shows set in Trenton, but they are all world premieres that were developed at Passage over the past several years,” says artistic director C. Ryanne Domingues. The company is using a cautious approach to returning to live theater during the current stage of the pandemic and is opening its season with a Writers’ Roundtable. The “behind-thescenes” event is a preview of a year by several of the playwrights creating it. That includes Bordentown writer David White. The donation-requested presentation is at 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 25. Then it’s time for the annual seasonal fundraiser performance. This year’s stage event is “A Christmas Carol” — performed by two Passage performers and a box of props. The date is Sunday, December 11. Passage Theater, Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front Street, Trenton. 609-3920766. www.passagetheatre.org. *** The Cure Insurance Arena in Trenton hosts “Blippi The Musical,” based on the popular children’s YouTube sensation. The all-ages production features skits, dancing, and the singing of 13 family-friendly songs. The from-screento-stage show is set for Friday, September 17. Cure Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Ave, Trenton 609-656-3200. www.cureinsurancearena.com. *** The Bordentown Historical Society’s “Harrowing History,” the popular performance series based on true-life sto-
ries of area crime and passion, returns on Saturday, September 18. After the success of last year’s debut, the BHS’s creative team is promising to offer six tales of “mayhem, murder, and mystery.” Presentations take place at the café space of the City of Bordentown’s newly acquired Divine Word Missionaries, located at the site where Joseph Bonaparte built his mansion. Shows run through November 6. Bordentown Historical Society. Presenting at Divine Word Missionaries. 609-298-1740. bordentownhistory.org/ harrowing-history. *** Hopewell Theater is also getting into the act by presenting live theatrical performances and standup comedy. Here’s what’s on tap: “Salami’s East Coast Comedy: Living Legends of Laughter: Featuring Anita Wise.” Joining the Mercer County based Tonight Show, Evening at the Improv, and “Seinfeld” regular are national stand up headliner Mike Eagan and impressionist, musician, and comedian Gary Delena, a former Hopewell resident. Thursday, September 23. The 50+ Comedy Tour of popular comedians over the age of 50. Hosted by Paul Anthony, a regular New York comedy presence, the Hopewell stop features Robin Fox, a Bridgewater, resident who after spending “17 years as a full-time mom and dieting” became a comedian and carries some weight in the New York and national comic clubs. Thursday, September 30. “Unsinkable Women: Stories and Songs from the Titanic,” October 10. New York City-based performer Deborah Jean Templin brings the story of the Titanic disaster alive through the voices of witnesses found in diaries, letters, and interviews. The production features costumes, characterizations, and original musical. Sunday, October 10.
“Dudes Interrupted” is a night of comedy featuring Brain Cichocki and Marc Kaye. In addition to his standup comedy career, Cichocki is also an actor and film director. He was raised in Trenton where, according to his biography, he “gained a broad education in human behavior as he moved in and out of many circles filled with mixed cultures and observing varying degrees of racial/ethnic tension.” Kaye is an East Coast comic circuit regular whose topics include “growing up differently,” child rearing, marriage, and divorce. Friday, October 15. “Anybody!,” presented by the New York based hip-hop improv team North Coast, mixes rap and improv comedy and relishes riffs on historic figures from Nikola Tesla to Louisa May Alcott. Saturday, November 13. “The Quickest Thinkers in Comedy: Baker & Mark” is the New York improv duo focused on its “never insulting or attacking” brand of humor. They bring their show honed in Atlantic City, Las Vegas, and on cruise lines to Hopewell on Friday, November 26. Hopewell Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell. 609-466-1964. www. HopewellTheater.com.
Visual Art Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton will augment its usual schedule of sculpture exhibitions, such as the current one featuring national sculptor Bruce Beasley, with the premiere of its multisensory “The Night Forms Series” in November. Part of a two-year partnership with Klip Collective, the light and sound project was specifically designed for GFS’s 42 acres of sculpture and landscape design. Klip Collective is a Philadelphiabased creative studio that uses projection mapping, lighting, and sound design to create immersive sensory experiences. Founded in 2003 by media artist Ricardo Rivera, it has collaborated with the Hirshhorn Museum in Washington D.C., Philadelphia Museum of Art, Center for Contemporary Art in Moscow, Sundance Film Festival’s New Frontier, and Longwood Gardens. The first commission, “Night Forms: dreamloop,” will feature more than a dozen designs by Rivera that bring visitors into a “visual and sonic landscape.” The evening presentations will
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‘Constant Repeating Themes,’ an exhibit of photographs by noted street art photographer and Ewing resident Aubrey Kauffman, is on view at the Arts Council of Princeton from September 11 through October 9. Pictured above is ‘Break of Dawn.’ Ricardo Rivera, right, is the founder of the Klip Collective, which brings its ‘Night Forms: dreamloop’ installation to Hamilton’s Grounds For Sculpture in November. ARTS, continued from Page 5
Join us September 28, 2021, 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. at the Boathouse at Mercer Lake for an event with representatives from the State of New Jersey to discuss the new plastic bag legislation and its impact on Mercer County businesses. In addition, you will hear from representatives from the New Jersey Clean Communities Council and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on programs and incentives to improve your business’s bottom line and impact on the environment. Please contact the Mercer County Office of Economic Development at (609) 989-6555 or businessadvocate@mercercounty.org for registration and program details.
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expand the sculpture garden’s hours and serve as a winter attraction. November 26 through February 28. Grounds For Sculpture, 126 Sculptors Way, Hamilton. 609-586-0616. www. groundsforsculpture.org. *** The Arts Council of Princeton’s visual art season opens in September with Aubrey J. Kauffman’s “Constant Repeating Themes.” A prominent, award-winning street art photographer and former New Jersey Network photo journalist based in Ewing, Kauffman says: “The themes of urban landscape and man’s impact on the environment have long intrigued me both artistically and intellectually. I witness this in constructions as simple as building façades in a strip mall to the deserted athletic fields in parks and playgrounds. I seek to contrast and compare the interactions of natural and man-made elements.” On view September 11 through October 9, with an opening reception set for September 11. “Talk to Me,” a visual conversation between New Hope-based painter Janet Filomeno and Hoboken artist Katherine Parker, follows. The works and exhibition were born when the two artists met by chance 25 years ago, became friends, and shared ideas. And while each continued to paint and show extensively in the New York/ New Jersey area, their studio visits over the years became “an important touchstone for each, a means of trying out and sharing new work, of examining challenges.” October 16 through November 20. Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton. 609-924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org.
Classical Music The Princeton Symphony Orchestra, one of the few regional performing arts groups to maintain presentations over the past year, opens its season in September with two outdoor — bring your own chair — chamber concerts at Morven Museum & Garden in Princeton. The first is the Jasper String Quartet. The Philadelphia ensemble and professional quartet-in-residence at Temple University will perform works by American composer Florence Price and French composer Maurice Ravel. Thursday, September 16. The Exponential Ensemble, based in New York City, follows with a concert featuring works by less familiar 20th and 21st century composers, including the late New Jersey resident Ulysses Kay and contemporary American artist Valerie Coleman. Thursday, September 23. The orchestra gets serious in October when it heads to Princeton’s McCarter Theater where maestro Rossen Milanov conducts “Mendelssohn & Beethoven.” The program features Felix Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto performed by 25-year-old Seattle-born violinist Simone Porter. Other selections include Beethoven’s Fourth Symphony and New York City-born Jessie Montgomery's “Banner,” written in 2014 as a tribute to the 200th anniversary of “The Star Spangled Banner.” Sunday, October 3. The Princeton Symphony Orchestra. Performing at Morven Museum & Garden and McCarter Theater. 609-4970020. www.princetonsymphony.org.
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Live music, food, and a Tasting event featuring local craft beers and also some seltzer’s, ciders, meade, wine, and spirits The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey, top, returns to the War Memorial in Trenton on Thursday, October 23, for an encore presentation of ‘The Dream of America,’ a concert celebrating the immigrant experience that premiered in 2016. The Princeton Symphony Orchestra, led by artistic director Rossen Milanov, above left, has planned both indoor and outdoor concerts for its fall season. Noted violinist Simone Porter, above right, joins the orchestra at McCarter Theater on Sunday, October 3, for a concert titled ‘Mendelssohn & Beethoven.’ *** The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey starts up its new season at Trenton’s War Memorial in October with an encore presentation of “The Dream of America.” First presented by the CPNJ in 2016, the concert celebrates the immigrant experience through works of American composers. That includes contemporary American composer Peter Boyer’s “Ellis Island: The Dream of America,” a multimedia work featuring seven live actors. As the Community News Service noted, the “piece took us through a multiplicity of emotions, but the music was never sentimental or overbearing. The
(orchestra) played it with artistry, passion, and compassion.” Thursday, October 23. Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey, War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton. 609-558-2292. www.capitalphilharmonic.org. *** This cultural season is unlike any other, so remember to check event organizers’ websites for possible pandemic-related changes, protocols, and additional events. And remember to check Community New Service website for more offerings and updates. www. communitynews.org.
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By Bob Thomas, Head of The Laurel School of Princeton The thought of your child having a learning difference often strikes fear and concern from parents who believe their child may get left behind because of their learning difference. Periodically, that happens with some public and independent schools, who are not equipped with the resources and trained teachers to meet the needs of these children. However, parents should feel assured there are outstanding independent schools dedicated to educating their children and recognizing their strengths and potential. Students with learning differences have unique challenges that impact their ability to learn. It doesn’t mean they can’t learn; it only means they need strategies and tools to help them manage their learning styles. Empowering students with language-based learning differences to discover
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Home of the Iron Mikes Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy, Inc. at McCorristin Campus is a pre-K through 12th grade not-for-profit Independent school in Hamilton. The Academy has been leading the way since 1962 with outstanding academics, championship sports teams, and a safe, positive, nurturing environment where every student can grow and succeed. Outstanding Quality Pre-K through 12 Education. At Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy, Inc., our students excel. Classes are sized to allow teachers to provide individualized attention and support. The upper school graduation and college acceptance rate is routinely 100 percent. The average amount of college scholarships/grants extended that graduates receive range from $50$70K per student. The Academy also offers a challenging college preparatory program, awardwinning robotics & STEM program, a state-of-the-art computer lab, outstanding athletic programs,
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trade or craft, vocational education is offered through the Mercer County Technical Schools. Be an ‘Iron Mike’ for a Day. Interested students are encouraged to come visit the Academy and be an ‘Iron Mike’ for a Day. You’ll get the chance to shadow a current TCPA Student Ambassador, attend classes together, interact with teachers and students, and gain valuable exposure to other facets of daily activities, course work, and life at TCPA. TCPA Commitment and Dedication. TCPA is dedicated and committed to inspiring excellence and changing lives forever. It is our mission to provide an outstanding, safe, empowering, and nurturing learning experience and vital services for all young people by promoting innovative proven teaching methods and technologies. We also embrace service, diversity, inclusion, and acceptance for all. We are proud of our history, we are proud of our students, and we are excited to educate future generations at Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy, Inc., for many years to come. “lt’s a Great Day to be an Iron Mike!” * “Project Lead the Way” STEM
curriculum for grades K-12 * Academic programs to meet the needs of all students including advanced courses and vocational training * Opportunity to earn college credits through partnerships with local colleges and universities * Blended Learning Environment - World Language and Advanced Placement Courses Online * Robust technology, 1:1 student to laptop ratio * Innovative, modern learning areas and makerspaces * FIRST Robotics program participants High School * Esports League participants * Full range of fine arts, elective courses and extracurricular activities * Award-winning athletic programs * Located on 64 beautiful acres in Hamilton Township To start your journey at TCPA, go to www.TrentonCatholicPrep. org for more information. Also, please feel free to schedule a visit at our beautiful school located at 175 Leonard Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08610. All are welcome! Enrollment and registration are open now. Contact the Upper School at 609586-3705 and the Lower School at 609-586-5888.
Iron Mikes Strong! Family Forever! TCPA Needs You! Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy, Inc. is a New Jersey 501(c)3 not-forprofit Corporation. Please check out and donate to IronMikesFund. com. Your generous taxdeductible donation will go directly to the school. TCPA is also looking for additional worldwide sponsors, partners, donors, and philanthropists to assist with daily operating costs. To join the best school team today, reach out and email them at savetca2@gmail. com. Please Adopt Our School today to support, encourage and celebrate diversity, inclusion and outstanding academics for students attending Pre-K through 12. We appreciate and need your ongoing support. Thank you for your consideration. Trenton Catholic Preparatory Academy, Inc. Leading the way since 1962 with outstanding academics, STEM education, athletics,100% graduation rate, championship “Iron Mikes” sports teams and providing a safe home where every student can grow and succeed. Join our school family! Go to TrentonCatholicPrep.org for more information. See ad, page 21.
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Hamilton Area YMCA Serving the Community for More Than 70 Years The Hamilton Area YMCA was born of a need to serve children and families in the community and 70 years on, they’re still doing that, and so much more. Led by their history-making female CEO, Diana Zita, the inclusive organization accomplishes its mission through programs that nurture the potential of young people, improve individual health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back to the community and support our neighbors. Over the last 70 years, the Y has transformed from a small organization providing programming, summer camp and child care at sites including schools and churches to an organization of nearly 12,000 members (prepandemic). The organization has two facilities – the JKR Branch in the center of Hamilton and the Sawmill Branch in the more rural Yardville area of town – and, has expanded and adjusted its program offerings over the last
seven decades to ensure that they consistently serve the everchanging needs of the community. Some of the programs the Hamilton Area YMCA offers are timeless, the things that our community will always need, such as: • Child Care • Swim Lessons • Summer Camp • Group Exercise Classes • Wellness Center • Youth Sports In recent years, the Hamilton Area YMCA has expanded to ensure that they reach every
member of the community. This led to the creation of programs that address friends and neighbors with specific health or developmental needs: • Diverse Abilities programming for children and adults • Healthy Living programs for those living with chronic illness These programs demonstrate The Y’s commitment to ensuring the impact of their mission of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility is felt throughout all parts of Central New Jersey. Heading into its 70th year the
Hamilton Area YMCA faced its most daunting transformation to date with the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the pandemic dramatically impacting the organization and forcing their doors closed, their service to the community never ended. The Y mobilized child care for first-responders and essential workers, hosted blood drives to combat the critically low blood supplies at local hospitals, and held food drives to stem the increase in food insecurity. Many of these services borne of the pandemic are continuing in addition to the Y’s regular programming now that the Y is returning to a more “normal” level of service. As a non-profit organization, the Hamilton Area YMCA relies on the support of the community to do its mission work. The Y enjoys partnerships with a variety of local businesses, corporations and foundations and raises funds through their annual giving campaign and special events held throughout the year. If you would like to learn more about the Hamilton Area YMCA, these programs, and so much more, visit the organization’s website at www.hamiltonymca.org. See ad, page 17.
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A Special Kind of Improvisational Theater YES, And! Those two small words have been proven to be life-changing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other conditions that impact their social and/or communication skills. People who learn and practice this simple technique in their lives have grown to develop strong communication and social skills along with building confidence, listening skills, collaboration skills, and very importantly, what makes them unique. For more than 14 years professional actor and founder of JW actors studio, Jody Wood, has taught children and adults the skills and principles of improvisational theater. Workshop participants have reported a wide range of transformative benefits that impact many aspects of their lives and work, including courage in risktaking, discovering hidden talents and capabilities, creativity, focus, and presentation skills. Applying his skills, Jody Wood began conducting workshops based on improvisational theater
techniques for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and other unique communication needs. Inspired by the possibilities, he developed, tested, and formalized a new program; SKIT® (Special Kind of Improvisational Theater) was launched to the community. In Jody’s TEDx Talk he describes his journey from New York to Hollywood actor and director all the way to becoming the founder and director of SKIT®.
The goal of SKIT® is to introduce and build communication skills, social skills, and confidence to improve the ability to form relationships, friendships, participate in life more fully, and to have an opportunity to secure more purposeful employment and meaningful careers. SKIT® has expanded the programs offered to acting for those who are serious about the craft, songwriting, playwriting and storytelling, and a popular class, workplace communication. SKIT® is a strong
advocate for inclusion of people with disabilities in the meaningful workplace and in films and television. Accomplished in a fun, highenergy atmosphere, students often don’t even realize they are learning these critical skills because they are having such a great time! SKIT is about opening the doors to what is possible. We focus on the ability for everyone to be their very best. We have had so many students, parents, and caretakers tell us from their hearts that, “I’m telling all of my friends how the improv (in SKIT) facilitates so many skills for my son. Previously it had been very hard for him to think in the moment and to speak out!” SKIT® has multiple locations, virtual classes, and has established many community relationships, including other local programs such as Encouraging Kids Family Resource Center. SKIT® looks forward to serving more families in the state of New Jersey with locations now in Pennington, Beverly, and Deptford. We are also still offering virtual classes. Contact us at 609 2407080 or info@skitprograms.com and visit our website at www. skitprograms.com. See ad, page 22.
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Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart Four things parents can do to help their daughters become confident leaders At Stuart, girls are free to be who they want to be: a leader, an athlete, an artist, a philanthropist, a scientist. Girls are given the opportunity to grow, to be challenged, and to challenge others in a safe environment. Our mission is to educate girls for lives of exceptional leadership and service. With outstanding academics and our expert and innovative faculty — who know girls and know each girl well — Stuart girls discover ways to unleash the strength within and transform themselves into brave, bold, powerful and wonderful young women. Below are four ways parents can support their daughters’ leadership development: 1. Listen. One of the most important things that parents can do is to listen. Ask your daughter
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lines of communication that we open at the two-year-old stage, and beyond, are really important and will help set a foundation for conversations and understanding later. 4. Guide your daughter to create aspirational goals. How often is your daughter asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” While it seems like an innocuous question, it can actually be pretty overwhelming. Instead of asking girls what they want to be when they grow up, why not ask them, “How do you see yourself impacting the world?” Ask your daughter how she sees herself collaborating with others. These kinds of questions will spark her creativity and allow you to better direct and guide her on her journey of leadership and self-discovery. To learn more about how your daughter will develop her leadership skills through academics, the arts, athletics, service and more at Stuart, we invite you to join us at our fall open house on Sunday, October 17, 1 to 3 p.m. Register at www. stuartschool.org/openhouse or SPECIAL KIND OF IMPROVISATIONAL THEATER call 609-921-2330 to schedule a personal tour. See ad, page 20.
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stimulation that your daughter might be interested in. As a parent, you can help guide your daughter to find these activities and pursue them. 3. Create open lines of communication. Sometimes when you really listen to your daughter and the lines of communication are open, amazing things take place. What I hear sometimes from high school parents is, “They’re not talking to me! Or why won’t they say something?” While this is developmentally appropriate for high school age children, the
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beneficial for their confidence and performance in school. 3. Make brushing and flossing fun! Remind your kids they need to brush twice a day for two minutes. Flossing daily is also extremely important, especially after eating dinner. There are a lot of things you can do to get your kids excited about oral hygiene, such as sticker calendars, music, or kid-friendly floss holders. 4. Choose the right snacks. Switch from sugary snacks to healthy, kid-friendly alternatives. Instead of candy or chips, try nuts or fresh fruits instead. Avoid granola bars and sticky sweets, and instead opt for celery sticks, baby carrots, or cheese cubes. These healthy habits will also increase their focus and attention throughout the school day. However, be careful with salty snacks; simple starches can break down into a gooey coat on teeth that can cause decay. There is lots of added sugar hiding in juices, teas, and other flavored drinks. Encourage your children to stay away from sugary drinks and to drink lots of water throughout the day. 5. Stay Prepared. If your child is involved in sports, make sure to invest in a mouth guard for extra protection, and prioritize drinking water instead of sugary sports drinks. Having a back-up plan for dental emergencies is always a good idea, especially for the unpredictable back-to-school season. The first step in taking care of your child’s dental needs is visiting the dentist for customized care. Schedule an appointment today with our Pediatric Dentistry Services! Hamilton Dental Associates, 2929 Klockner Road, Hamilton Square. 609-359-0063. 2501 Kuser Road, Hamilton. 609-403-3217. www.hamiltondental.com. See ad, page 19.
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the Central new Jersey Ballet theatre Great Dance Instruction in a State-of-the-Art Studio How do you make a great dance academy even greater? Create a premier space where dancers, performers, and dreamers can soar even further. The Central New Jersey Ballet Theatre has done just that and is proud to announce the 2021-2022 season at its stateof-the-art location at 221 Broad Street, Florence. This year CNJBT will be offering
Elf the Musical, The Nutcracker and much more on top of classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, preschool dance and tap! Ages 2 1/2 and up! All levels! CNJBT also features Master instructors from national-level companies from Philadelphia and New York! For the levels offered CNJBT is the LEAST EXPENSIVE in the area! Last year our master teachers were Pennsylvania Ballet principals Sterling Baca and Lillian DiPiazza, some of the best dancers in the country! Owner and Artistic Director Alisha Cardenas expresses the excitement that the new space
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“There will be something offered for everyone! Our new facility is dedicated to my late mother, who was my inspiration, naming it the Christine Cardenas Center for Performing Arts Education. She encouraged so many artists, dancers, and dreamers,” says Cardenas. “We are particularly proud to have one of the area’s only professional-quality sprung dance floors. Our school is the largest for social distance.” CNJBT is also registering for fall dance! For more information and to register call the CNJBT at 609424-3192 or visit www.cnjballet. com. See ad, page 23.
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but that group from Ewing came in as freshmen and went undefeated. We made the decision their sophomore year to start a lot of them, they battled through that year and really took a step last year together. Being a senior group, they’re ready to go out there and perform.” And within that group of 20 lurks the aforementioned nucleus, of which only Stokes did not play with as he played Pop Warner in Trenton. But he has been with the Blue Devils since his freshman year. “I’d say we’ve been together since eight or nine,” said Davis, who is returning from a broken foot that sidelined him last year. “We’re very tight. We’ve been playing baseball since we were three-years-old playing T-ball. The chemistry is very good. We played every sport together.” The group won numerous championships coming up through youth football and talked amongst themselves about making it happen at EHS. “Not the whole team came with us to high school, but most of them did, and I’m grateful for that,” Toliver said. “That was the plan. Back in
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voice, and the one that holds them all together,” Dalessio said. The coach is also confident in Ewing’s offensive line and is excited about several returning players on defense. Dan “The Man” Bernoski will once again handle the defense while Dan “The Other Man” Czepiga returns after a stint at Chatham High to take over the offense. Both players and coaches are filled with optimism. “We’re a great team all around; offense, defense, special teams,” Toliver said. “We work together. We might not be the biggest or strongest but we’re all heart.” “I think we can do really good things,” Stokes said. “We have a lot of talent. We just have to put the pieces together.” They also have cohesiveness to go along with that talent. “Our chemistry and our friendship are our strengths,” Davis said. “It’s a strong team, we know what we’re doing.” Which makes things that much easier for the coaching staff. “It’s unfortunate, some kids moved on to address changes,” Dalessio said. “But these guys are together and they love each other. We’re as close as a family could be out on a football field. They all want to have fun together and they all want to compete against each other. “It’s special. That’s why a lot of times when you see me come out to practice I’ll have a smile on my face because as much as they have fun together, I also like joking around with these guys, seeing them out there just messing around a lot.” When the games start, the messing around will stop as the Blue Devils core players try to make a lifelong state championship dream come true. “We’re all very close with each other and help each other out to get better,” Rollins said. “The off-season we all worked together, we’re all ready for the year. It will be a great season.”
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PHOLED mental Honors announced rec- sponsored by her family and the Debbie Markssurvivors—Moshe Gimlan, Vera Goodkin, Scholarship to be awarded to ognized students being presented awardsMarion from Lake Foundation/Debbie’s Dreams, is awarded Lewin, Ruth Lubitz, Charles Rojer and Jack Zaifman— a college-bound Ewing High to a Ewing High School female student-athlete faculty members. were originally from Germany, Czechoslovakia, School student pursing a colNina Pschar was named who demonstrates the same qualities as Debbie Poland and Belgium. lege theMercer STEM (scirecipients the 2005 Teacher of the Year Awards were honored at a luncheon on April 29th.degree Jan Fay, in 2004 County regard to ofacademic achievement, scholarEwing High School’s Class with The The AAS program pairs a survivor with one or Teacher of the Year, was a guest speaker. 1st row (L to R): Joan Zuckerman, Principal Antheil; Sharon Lore; Jan Fay, 2004 ence, Solomon, technology, engineering and leadership. of 2021 Valedictorian. Pschar ship Mercer County Teacher of the Year; Inetta Emery, Principal Parkway; Danielle Miller, EHS; Superintendent Ray Broach. 2nd row: Darrell more students. The students embark on a joint journey and mathematics) field. Benedetti will be attendOrdonez is aFMS; decorated two-sport who will attend the University of Jackson, Principal Donna Andreas, Antheil; athlete Don Barnett, FMS; Betsy Turgeon, Parkway; Rodney Logan, Principal EHS. with the survivor through discussions about life Vermont’s Honors College has a legacy of achievement in each sport. In the ing The University of Richmond in the fall. before, during and after the Holocaust. Participating UDC, Inc. is a leading innovation technoland major in English. Kylie winter, she was a standout performer for Ewing students will be able to represent the survivor and ogy company that is headquartered in Ewing, Whitney Lewis, EHS Freshman Bowling King, headed to Middlebury High School’s state championship Girls tell the survivor’s story with accuracy and feeling in New Jersey. The mission churches, is to be a team. In the 18, fall,2005 sheMs. wasChiavuzzo, a captain Mrs. of the Girls of College where she will major On April Walker Perestroika. Hiscompany’s policies reopened the years to come. In addition, each student makes key enabler in the prisoners, OLED (organic light bans emitting Soccer team and a strong performer in goal. In the released in International and Global Environmental Studand 30 Ewing High School freshmen joined several political and lifted on a commitment to tell the survivor’s story in a public diode) ecosystem and help grow the OLED inclassroom, she carries a 4.47and GPA and isstudents, a mem- previously Mercer County high school college censored books. ies, was recognized as Salutatorian. venue in the year 2045, a hundred years after the dustry their broad and of deepPerestroika experiencewas and National Honor and a Peer Leader. and ofpoliticians to hearSociety a presentation given by Thewith 20th anniversary “I would like to thank the civic and com- ber liberation of Auschwitz. know-how, proprietary OLED technologies and She plans to attend Middlebury College in the fall. Mikhail Gorbachev at the Sovereign Bank Arena. one of the essential themes of Gorbachev’s munity organizations as well as the businesses The twelve student adopters are Dave Angebranndt, UniversalPHOLED® (phosphorescent OLED) Gorbachev was the last communist leader of the presentation. The policy’s main goal was to “Marian exempliand individuals that step forward and provide Tyler Barnes, Annie Cook, Liz Dunham, Emily Everett, emissive materials’ systems. Soviet Union from 1985 to 1991. During his make the Soviet economic system more efficient. fied all the qualities of scholarships and awards for our exceptional Curtis Fornarotto, Vildana Hajric, Devon Jones, Benedettiinvolved was awarded the competitive term he instituted various apolicies his Perestroika the transfer of control scholfrom leader including and amazing students,” Superintendent Michael Jen Meade, commented Billy O’Callaghan, Nikyta Sharma and arship for his outstanding academic perforpolitical policy of Glasnost and economic policy the government to the business owners. This policy teammate,” EHS Girls Nitti. “Their belief in our mission and support Melysa Wilson. continued on page A2
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The presentation of the annual Debbie MarksLake Memorial Award/Scholarship is always a highlight of Ewing High School’s Senior Awards Night. This year the award was presented to outstanding EHS scholar-athlete Marian Ordonez. Debbie Marks-Lake was a three-sport studentathlete for Ewing High School excelling in soc-
Soccer coach Shannon Pedersen stated. “She consistently demonstrated patience, dediGoodNews will resume cation, with the Septemberperseverance, leadership and comissue of the Observer mitment. She is a worthy recipient of such a prestigious honor.” Other highlights included the presentation of the John F. Gusz Memorial Scholarship to Emily Czelusniak, the award of the Wayne Staub Presidential Scholarship to Natalie Staub, The Vincent J. Sciarrotta Community Service Leader-
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Stokes Bestowed with Joshua Scott Memorial Award A touching moment each year is when the Joshua Scott Memorial Award is presented to an Ewing High School 9th grade student. Joshua Scott was in 9th grade in the Ewing Schools when he sadly passed away. The award recipient is a freshman student who best embodies the positive traits of Joshua. The 2021 honoree was Rhian Stokes, a standout Ewing High School student-athlete and an exemplary student-citizen in the classroom and hallways of the school. ********************************** Continuing with accolades for the senior class, several Ewing High School seniors will be continuing their education at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) in Ewing Township and were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments at Ewing High School. Maia Leonard and Eric Rivera were awarded The College of New Jersey EOF Promise Award; this award covers all expenses for the first two years of attendance at TCNJ. Harold Araya received a $7,000 a year TCNJ Chairman of the Board Scholarship, Madelyn Cruz, Oretha Dahn, Alexis Leggio and Rashaun McKinney each received a $5,000 a year TCNJ Chairman of the Board Scholarship for their hard work. Patrick Capstack and Kevin Toler were each awarded $4,000 TCNJ In-State Scholarships each year and Abigail Buker and Dylan Greco each were awarded $2,000 TCNJ In-State Scholarships each year to continue their studies of higher education and will join their classmates at TCNJ. Go Lions! As tradition dictates, to close the ceremony, the “key to Ewing High School” was passed from the 2020-21 Student Council President Elisa Davila to the incoming Student Council leadership, CoPresidents Noemi Garcia and Thomas Vellenga. Please visit the district website for a complete overview of all scholarship, award, and departmental honoree recipients.
Virtual Back to School Nights:
Ewing High School: Sep. 21 • 6:30pm Fisher Middle School: Sep. 30th • 6:30pm O’Brien Academy: Sep. 30th • 5:30pm Antheil Elementary School: Sep. 23rd • 6:30pm Lore Elementary School: Sep. 22nd • 6:30pm Parkway Elementary School: Sep. 29th • 6:30pm st
Antoni Joins the Ewing Schools as Director of Counseling Services & Assessment Dr. Jennifer Antoni was approved by the Board of Education as the district’s new Director of Counseling Services & Assessment. Antoni brings a wealth of experience to the Ewing Schools. She began her career as an English teacher and has worked for eighteen years as a counselor at Burlington City High School. Antoni brings an impressive background and skillset in counseling services to the Ewing Schools, including a comprehensive knowledge of curriculum development for career exploration, character education and trauma-informed approaches to promote student wellness. Antoni is also deeply involved in professional development pertaining to student wellness and
equity issues. She has presented on both topics at numerous workshops and conferences, and authored several articles on related issues. Antoni earned a Bachelor’s Degree from The College of New Jersey, a Master’s Degree in School Counseling and Human Services from the University of Colorado and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Temple University. She has also served as an adjunct professor at Temple. “As we return to school in September, Dr. Antoni’s strong counseling and mental health background will benefit both our counseling staff and our students,” Assistant Superintendent Dr. Ishibashi stated. “We are excited to have Dr. Antoni join the Ewing Public Schools administrative team and we look forward to her contributions to the school community.”
EHS Welcomes Michael Colonna as New Assistant Principal Michael Colonna will join the Ewing Schools as a new Assistant Principal at Ewing High School. Colonna comes to Ewing from Point Pleasant Borough High School, where he was an accomplished teacher, coach and instructional leader. Colonna was a highly-regarded teacher of Advanced Placement Human Geography, World History and US History during his tenure at Point. He has extensive experience in curriculum design and school management, serving as a leader of the School Improvement Team, Data Team, and Attendance Committee. Colonna was also very involved in professional development during his career, leading workshops and presenting on educational topics such as student engagement, assessment and instructional technology. Colonna was also a football and head boys track coach at Point Pleasant Borough High School. His track teams were highly successful, featuring numerous school records and championship performances.
Colonna has a Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies and a Master of Arts in Secondary Education from West Virginia University. He then earned a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Administration from Georgian Court College. “Mr. Colonna impressed us throughout a rigorous and comprehensive interview process,” EHS Principal Ed Chmiel stated. “We believe that he is a high-energy, positive, dedicated educator who will make an excellent addition to our high school team.” “I am very excited to join the EHS team,” Colonna stated. “I have been a high school coach and educator for many years, and have always been impressed by Ewing students and look forward to joining this special school community.” “Our goal is to bring on student-centered, high-achieving school leaders to our team, and we believe that Mr. Colonna fits that mold,” Superintendent Michael Nitti added. “I am excited to see him work with our EHS students and promote achievement in academics, the arts, activities and athletics.”
2021–2022 District Theme Appreciative of the support and efforts of the entire school community as we navigated the public health crisis, and working towards better days and a return to normalcy, the district theme for the Ewing Schools for the 2021–2022 School Year is:
STAYING STRONG — Moving Forward
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The Ewing Public Schools Senior Spotlight: Meet Noemi Garcia Do you have any ‘words of wisdom’ to share with your classmates as we are planning to return to school in-person in September? One thing I really want to emphasize to my classmates is to GET INVOLVED. High School goes by so quickly and we have already missed out on so much. There will be so many clubs, activities and sports to get involved in. You can even try something new! High School is all about making memories and finding passions, so never be afraid to get involved and show some school spirit.
rain everyone stayed and competed on the turf with smiles. Getting to see everyone back together and so willing to be there and participate was a true testament to our spirit as a school and our perseverance.
What are you most looking forward to this school year? I am looking forward to just being back with other people, old friends and new! The small things like the walks between classes and even learning in a classroom. I am also very excited to get back to the bigger events we do as a community like Homecoming and Pep Rallies even if they look different than past years.
Who or what has impacted your life in a positive way? My mom has definitely been the most impactful person in my life. On top of being an amazing teacher and mother she constantly supports everything I do and is willing to work with my crazy schedule to make sure I get to do everything I put my mind to. I wouldn't have been able to do half of the things I do without her support and encouragement.
What do you want people to know about Ewing High School that they might not know? I pride myself in how diverse Ewing High School is. In so many different ways we embrace our diversity and are constantly striving for a more inclusive environment. Every year we add more and more events and activities that highlight different groups and it shows our consistent growth as a community. In such a divided world I always appreciate the work we do to make sure everyone is represented and appreciated. In which activities do you participate in school? I am currently the Co-President of the Student Council and the President of our International Thespian Society Troupe (Go Troupe 4883!). I also manage our Varsity Swim and Baseball Teams. This past year I was inducted into the National Honors Society, and was also accepted as a Peer Leader. What accomplishments are you most proud of? I am most proud of Qualifying for Nationals this past year for International Thespian Society. It was my first time qualifying and I got to attend with the most qualifiers our Troupe has ever brought to Nationals. What is your favorite memory of high school to date? My favorite memory has to be my junior year spring after a year of not seeing anyone; we got to host an outdoor pep rally. The weather was terrible. It was just pouring the entire time and everyone was soaked. Despite the
Who is your favorite teacher why? My favorite teacher is definitely Mr. Hammer. I had the honor of having Mr. Hammer for both sophomore Biology and AP Biology my junior year. I always appreciated how willing he was to go the extra mile to make sure we got the proper classroom experience. As an advisor for Student Council I have always appreciated how he is eager to try new things and fight for every idea we present no matter how out of reach they may seem.
How do you define success? Success to me is doing the best you can do with the cards you have been dealt. It is so hard to compare your success with someone else's when you started in different places. We all have different strengths so your success should be defined by trying your best at everything you do. Most times it is not about the outcome but the work you put into it. What are your plans after you graduate from Ewing High School? After graduating high school I plan to attend a four year university and study Nursing to hopefully one day become a Labor and Delivery Nurse. What is your favorite quote or book? My favorite quote is “Don’t tell me the sky’s the limit when there’s footprints on the moon.” – Paul Brandt
Board of Education Goals 2021–2022
Each summer, the Ewing Township Board of Education and the administration meet in a retreat setting to review the state of the district, discuss the progress made on the previous year's Board goals, and shape new goals for the upcoming school year in a collaborative and collegial manner. For 2021–2022, the Board and the administration have established one encompassing goal for each of the major school district areas of: Personnel, Operations, Governance, Curriculum and Instruction and Fiscal Management. Goal 1: Personnel Implement training and professional development that builds a staff that is prepared to meet the needs of a diverse school community and embraces the importance of equity and inclusivity. Goal 2: Operations As we continue to navigate the public health crisis, the district is currently working towards an anticipated traditional, fully-in-person reopening of school. Consequently, we will revise and revamp our Return to School plan, which is a “living document,” by working with stakeholders with relevance and expertise to make our schools as safe and healthy as possible. Goal 3: Governance Acknowledging that the previous school year was turbulent and challenging for the entire school community, the district will put into place practices and programs that promote mental and emotional health for all stakeholders. Goal 4: Curriculum and Instruction As the district embraces a “one to one” device initiative, it will implement a blended learning model which infuses instructional technology with “best practice” classroom pedagogical strategies that promote authentic student learning. Goal 5: Fiscal Management As the district moves towards the completion of Referendum ’18 Phase 3 initiatives, efficiently manage facility projects and communicate pertinent information effectively to the community.
AHERA MANAGEMENT PLAN ANNUAL NOTIFICATION The Ewing Township Board of Education hereby notifies all parents, students, employees and staff that the activities required by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) 40 CFR Part 763.93 have been fulfilled. These requirements include the Three Year Re-inspection and assessments of the asbestos containing materials located within the facilities comprising of the School District. A copy of the updated AHERA Management Plan document is currently available for review at the Main Office of each school and other facilities within the Ewing Township Board of Education. Please direct any further questions to Ms. Kristen Masotes at 609-392-4200. Future projects may include: Classrooms each at AES, EHS, and FMS for tile removal.
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The Ewing Public Schools September 2021 Schedule in Ewing Schools Sep 1-2 Sep 3 Sep 6 Sep 7 Sep 8 Sep 14 Sep 16 Sep 17 Sep 21 Sep 22 Sep 23 Sep 24 Sep 27Oct 1 Sep 27 Sep 29 Sep 30
Schools Closed for Students – Staff Development Day Schools Closed for Students – Building Meetings Schools Closed – Labor Day Schools Closed – Rosh Hashanah First Day of School for Students – Welcome Back! EHS - Virtual College & Career Night @ 6:30pm Schools Closed – Yom Kippur Parkway - PTA Ice Cream Social @ 6:30pm EHS - Virtual Fresh./Soph. Parent Night w/ Guidance @ 5:30pm EHS - Virtual Back to School Night @ 6:30pm Lore - Virtual Back to School Night @ 6:30pm Antheil - Virtual Back to School Night @ 6:30pm Antheil - PTO Welcome Back Picnic/Family Book Fair Night @ 5:30pm Antheil - PTO Book Fair BOE Meeting @ 7pm (at FMS); Public Session @ 8pm Parkway - Virtual Back to School Night @ 6:30pm O'Brien Academy - Virtual Back to School Night @ 5:30pm FMS - Virtual Back to School Night @ 6:30pm
The district moved from Instant Alert to SchoolMessenger for the 2021-2022 school year. All student contact information will be updated DAILY using the Guardian 1 and Guardian 2 contact information located in Genesis Parent Portal. Please make sure to update your phone number or email in Genesis Parent Portal if your contact information changes so you can get the most up-to-date information from the district and your child’s school. However, it is also important that parents and guardians create an account with SchoolMessenger. We recommend downloading the app which is available on the Apple and Android store. This will allow you to log into your account and establish settings on how you receive updates, and set filters on what type of information you will receive, and the method that you receive it. For example, you can set up your account that you only receive SchoolMessenger alerts via email, or by text, whatever you prefer. There are also two designations for the communications we will send to the community: High Importance & General Information for which you can set your filters. To receive text messages, you will need to opt into the text(SMS) alerts. The SchoolMessenger system will send a text asking if you would like to receive text alerts. Simply respond that you would like to receive text alerts. Please go to the following link for information on SchoolMessenger: http://go.schoolmessenger.com. Thank you very much for your attention to this matter and your support. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please email ewtechsup@ewingboe.org.
Doubles Up for 2021-2022 School Year! As we all know, the 2020-2021 school year was nothing like we have ever seen. Just like all the students, teachers, facility, parents and families, EPEF had to change our business model so that we can continue to deliver on our mission; which is to CHAMPION education in our Ewing Public Schools by providing grants to teachers and awarding scholarships to graduating seniors. This year EPEF will be holding TWO Grant award cycles. In September we will host our first awards program so that we can provide all the wonderful programs and projects for the 20212022 school year. Then in the spring we will hold our annual grant awards programs to fund for the 2022-2023 school year! We hope to continue our relationship with our partners at Education Testing Services (ETS), New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance (NJM), The Credit Union of New Jersey (CUNJ) and many individual donations and faculty/staff donations so we can deliver on our mission. To meet these goals we need your support more than ever. We want to ensure that our students have the opportunities to have as normal of a school year as possible. Your donations will help create unique educational experiences and opportunities for all the children in the Ewing Public Schools. Every dollar helps. Please make your TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION to the Ewing Public Education Foundation and mail it to EPEF: PO Box 7033, Ewing, NJ 08628 or online at our website, www.epef.org.
Registration Information
All Registrations are now completed online through our Genesis Portal and Google. A child must be five years old by October 1st to enroll in kindergarten and six years old by October 1st to be admitted into first grade. Please visit our website (www.ewing.k12.us) and select the Registration link to enroll online. Please contact Central Registration with questions regarding the enrollment process at: (609) 538-9800 X7180, X7181, X7175 or email registration@ewingboe.org.
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Unsociable? 20% of people What’s the best way to avoid admit to having “winter blues.” Learn The Soundtrack of Your Life. 2 to 3 p.m. Ininflamed gums? When you brush and floss your teeth person Only. Sheli Monacchio from Moabout Seasonal Affective Disorder--the RWJ-104 Heroes Work Here_4.313x11.25_HAM.indd 4/17/20 PM bility Doctor is back with her beautiful Brush your teeth at 1:21 least twice each and visit your dentist regularly,1 you’re causes, treatments, and self-help meavoice and musical talent to help us crenot just maintaining your oral health. day after meals for two minutes and sures to bring light back into your life. ate a soundtrack of our lives. floss daily. You’re also safeguardShirley Roberts, MA, LPC, NCC. FALL MINI- MEDICAL SCHOOL – 2021. 6 to Sean Bradley, DMD, a ing your overall health. 7:30 p.m. Also Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, and Nospecialist on the RWJUH Monday, September 20 In recent years, scienvember 2, 9. RWJUH Hamilton physiHamilton Medical Advi- Moms’ REAL Self-Care Workshop. 7 to 8:30 tists have discovered cians teach this eight-week course. Each p.m. Self-care isn’t just sprinkling essensory Panel, is presentthat severe, chronic gum student will receive a diploma at comtial oil in the bath. It’s giving yourself ing “Healthy Mouth = inflammation resulting pletion. Adults: $40 – Students: $20 (inthe gift of getting to know your true Self Healthy Body” on Sepfrom inadequate oral cludes textbook). and nurturing what makes you who you tember 9, 2021, at 6 pm hygiene boosts the odds are! In this workshop—for pregnancy Thursday, September 30 at RWJ Fitness & Wellof developing serious— through great-grand motherhood — Miness, 3100 Quakerbridge even life-threatening— chelle Gerdes (RYT-200, PYT, Founder Self-Care for Women – What’s That? 6 to 7:30 p.m. Obtain wise self-care tips on Road, Hamilton. This is health problems. Sean of Princeton Doula Center) helps you balancing the many demands of life (esuncover and nurture what makes you a free program but regisBradley, DMD, an oral pecially during this past year) and learn shine. Bring a yoga mat or towel and tration is required; call and maxillofacial surnew ways of caring for oneself and taking journal. $15. 609-584-5900. geon at Robert Wood the time to enjoy the little things in life. Johnson University HosAnjali Bhandarkar, MD, board certified, Tuesday, September 21 To register for a pro- FALL MINI- MEDICAL SCHOOL – 2021. 6 to pital Hamilton, explains Bradley internal medicine. gram call 609-584-5900. how oral health affects 7:30 p.m. Also Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Introduction to Mindfulness Coaching for Stress and Anxiety. 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. For more information, go the body. and November 2, 9. RWJUH Hamilton In this workshop we’ll talk about what What are the health risks associ- to rwjbh.org/hamilton. physicians teach this eight-week course. stress does to our bodies, why we experiated with not brushing or flossing Each student will receive a diploma at ence so much of it, and how to transform Coming up this month at completion. Adults: $40 – Students: $20 thoroughly? our response to it so we can overcome (includes textbook). Plaque, a film that contains bacteria, RWJUH Hamilton stress for good. Ian Hill, Certified Mindbuilds up between the gums and teeth. fulness Coach. This can cause the gums to become To register for a program call 609inflamed. If early inflammation, called 584-5900. For more information, go to gingivitis, is untreated, it can progress rwjbh.org/hamilton. to periodontitis, in which gum tissue and the bones that support the teeth Tuesday, september 7 break down. What’s more, inflamma- Why Do I Get Dizzy? 11 a.m. to Noon. 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I was raised on music. My parents always played music in our house. When I got older and was allowed to walk to Woolworth’s, I’d count my pennies and buy a record. When I was old enough to drive, the first thing I did after starting the car was to choose a radio station. My husband George and I continued that tradition. We always had music playing. Our house was filled with music. Our kids are music lovers too, probably because they had music blasting through their ears since birth. Having said all that, one would be inclined to think that I knew the lyrics to many songs. I thought so too. Till the internet came along and a thing called Lyrics.com informed me that I’d been singing a bunch of songs wrong all these years. Now, everyone sings Aretha Franklin’s song “Respect” wrong. The verse that goes “R-E-S-P-E-C-T, Find out what it mean to me, R-E-SP-E-C-T, Take care TCB.” I thought it said, “R-E-S-P-E-C-T, take that, tea see me.” Stupid. I found out that the TCB in the correct lyric means Take Care of Business. Makes more sense than “Tea see me.” A WHOLE LOT of sense. How about “Dancing Queen” by ABBA. What I sing: “See that girl, watch her scream, kicking the dancing queen”. Kicking the dancing queen? Why would I kick the dancing queen? Was I angry that she was a better dancer? Did her crown piss me off? Anyway, the correct lyric is “See that girl, watch that scene, diggin’ the dancing queen.” MUCH better, and less violent.
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Johnny Nash’s song from 1972 called “I Can See Clearly Now” was one of my favorite songs. The correct lyric for the first line is “I can see clearly now, the rain is gone. ” Shockingly, the line I sing, “I can see clearly now, Lorraine is gone” is incorrect. Okay, who is Lorraine and why is she affecting Johnny Nash’s eyesight? Is she a bad eye doctor? I love Bon Jovi. I know every word to every one of their songs. Or do I? The extremely popular “Livin’ on a Prayer” is a particular favorite of mine. The line goes, “It doesn’t make a difference if we make it or not.” I, however, have been belting out “It doesn’t make a difference if we’re naked or not”. Naked. I am trying now to remember where I have may have sung this song in public. Naked. Really? I was never a huge fan of Queen till we saw the movie Bohemian Rhapsody. I did not like that title song, because I thought that Freddie Mercury was singing “Kicking your cat all over the place.” Not cool, animal cruelty. Turns out that I misjudged them. The lyric actually is “Kicking your CAN all over the place.” Sorry about that, Freddie. A personal favorite is Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family.” I love that song. It’s a song about family, about being together, and about love. The line, “Just let me state for the record” makes much better sense than MY line, “Let’s just staple the vicar.” I mean, seriously, who goes around stapling vicars? Certainly not Sister Sledge. Or me. I’ve never stapled a vicar in my life. I’m many things but I am certainly not a vicar-stapler. TLC’s hit song from 1995 titled “Waterfalls” is another favorite of mine. Sang it many times, most likely at high volume. ““Don’t go Jason Waterfalls.” Uh, no. It’s supposed to be “Don’t go chasing waterfalls.” Jason. Is he a close relation to the vicar or Lorraine, as mentioned above? Did Jason staple the vicar? Uncle Kracker’s beautiful song called “Drift Away” from 2003 has a line that I sing: “Give me the Beach Boys and free my soul.” Now I LOVE the Beach Boys and when I heard “Drift Away,” I always thought how nice it was to have another musical artist love them too. But the lyric is actually “Give me the beat, boys, and free my soul.” So there goes THAT theory shattered. Any way you hear it or sing it, music is simply pure magic. Just don’t sing it too loudly in public before you check the lyrics. Ilene Black has been a resident of Ewing for most of her life and lives across the street from her childhood home. She and her husband, George, have two sons, Georgie and Donnie.
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EWING ThEN & NOW
Last month, we learned that our town was known as “Trenton Township” for many decades, and that there was consideration given in the late 18th century to rename it the “Township of Independence.” However, that ultimately did not happen. Instead, in 1834, our Township of Trenton broke from the incorporated City of Trenton, becoming a separate municipal entity. It was renamed the “Township of Ewing,” named in honor of The Honorable Charles Ewing, the Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court, who had suddenly passed away in 1832 at the age of 52. So, who is this man for whom our township is named? Charles Ewing was born in June of 1780 in Bridgeton N.J. (Cumberland Cty), the grandson of an Irish immigrant, and the first and only child of Martha Boyd and James Ewing (his mother dying two years later in November of 1782). His father James had been an active member of the New Jersey Militia during the Revolution, and was subsequently elected to represent Cumberland County in the state legislature. James moved to Trenton, eventually served as Mayor of Trenton, and was involved in the founding of the Trenton Library and Trenton Academy. Unsurprisingly, young Charles attended the Trenton Academy, and then Princeton College, where he graduated first in his class at the age of 18 in 1798, and distinguished himself in mathematics. He studied law with Samuel Leake of Trenton, and was licensed as an attorney (to represent others in legal proceedings) in 1802, and as a counselor (to argue cases in court) in 1805. A strong and respected advocate, his Trenton law practice thrived. He was also in demand: he served as the recorder for the City of Trenton; ran unsuccessfully for the NJ Legislature in 1815; was commissioned to help revise state laws in 1819; and was appointed as the director of the Trenton Banking Company in 1821, and again in 1823 - 1824. In 1803 he married Eleanor Graeme Armstrong, the daughter of the pastor of the Presbyterian Church in Trenton, and they had five children, four of whom survived to adulthood. So well respected was Mr. Ewing that in 1824 he was appointed to serve as the Chief Justice of the New Jersey State Supreme Court – only the fourth person to be called to such high honor. He served with “sound judgment, indefatigable diligence, and incorruptible honesty,” and was reelected seven years later by a Legislature dominated by the opposing party.
N.J. Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Ewing is Ewing Township’s namesake. He was a learned man, who excelled in mathematics and logic. He was conscientious, fair, and open-minded. An excellent conversationalist, he was known for his hospitality. His sudden death in August of 1832, one of the first victims of Asiatic cholera in New Jersey, was a great loss for the Court, jurisprudence and Trenton. So it is not surprising that 18 months later, in February, 1834, when a portion of Trenton Township “broke away” to govern itself, it was named “Ewing Township” in honor of this deeply lamented and highly regarded local citizen. Charles’ parents, his infant son, and several others are buried in Riverview Cemetery in Trenton under the Ewing monument, which also bears his name and title. But Charles’ remains are in fact buried in the churchyard at the Presbyterian Church on East State Street. There, his gravestone reads in part: “In intellect, vigorous and discriminating. In industry, assiduous and persevering. In integrity, pure and incorruptible. In manners, affable, dignified and polished. In morals, spotless. A profound jurist and upright magistrate. An accomplished scholar, and patron of literature and science. The advocate and supporter of benevolent institutions. “He won, in an eminent degree, the respect, the love, and confidence of his fellow-citizens. Happy in his domestic relation, home was the theatre of his most endearing virtues, and the sphere in which he loved to move.” Formality aside, it seems that he was quite a guy—and still may serve as a role model and source of pride for us Ewing citizens, generations later. May he rest in peace, and his township live in peace. Helen Kull is an adviser to the Ewing Township Historic Preservation Society.
Ewing Recreation and Ewing Green Team are running the 6th annual Fall Spin Bike Ride on Saturday, October 2 starting at ESCC. In person registration starts at 8:15 am. Preregistration can be done online at communitypass.net. Riders can register the day of the ride starting at 8:45am in the parking area. For more information go to ewinggreenteam.org/ewingfallspin or call Ewing Rec Dept. On Saturday, October 30th, Ewing Recreation will host Trunk or Treat starting at 3:00pm. Also, Ewing Green Team Scarecrow Contest will take place the same day and start at 1:00pm. Activities include pumpkin decorating, arts and crafts, food, music and more. Both events will be held at ESCC, rain, or shine. Registration is being accepted online for the fall for youth tackle football and soccer. For football go to ewingjrbluedevils. com. Football games and practices are held at Moody Park and the program starts in early
August. Soccer games and practices are held at Municipal Soccer Fields, next to Town Hall. The program starts in August and games start in midSeptember. Go to ewingunited. com to register. Ewing Little League is accepting registration for Fall Ball online at ewingbaseball.leagueapps.com. Depending on what happens with Covid, Ewing is planning on opening the community centers for nights and weekends in September. Hollowbrook Community Center, 883-1199 and ESCC 883-1776 have rooms available for rent for small groups to large parties. At this time the ESCC Weight Room is open Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm. For more information on these or any other programs you can contact the Recreation Office at (609) 883-1776, online at www. ewingnj.org/communityaffairs. The Ewing Recreation column is paid content provided by Ewing Township.
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