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With PorchFest, Bordentown will be Stepping Into Spring By JAsMiNe lee Leon Stanley thinks that after the pandemic that plagued our society into isolation for the past two years, it was about time to come back together. What could be more inviting than a day filled with music, food trucks and shopping in Bordentown’s welcoming community? The first ever PorchFest will be a free event scheduled to be held on Saturday, April 30 from noon to 5 p.m., rain or shine. The event, a production of Bordentown Arts, will feature different types of musicians, who will be playing on their front porches or on the porches of other residents throughout the city. There will be a large variety of musical genres featured, from jazz to folk to rock. Musical talent showcased will include younger folks, such as high schoolers, and others as old as 70. Anyone, regardless of whether they are local or regional is welcome to participate, whether they want to perform or feature their porch for another musician. “I’m aware of other PorchFest in other parts of the state and always thought it looked like a

cool and interesting idea and when I heard Bordentown was having one I was very excited and I decided right away I was going to apply to host and play. For me, this is like a holiday because when you play in a band you meet a lot of other musicians and you make a lot of friends who are also musicians,” said Jaime Parker, a musician a member of the band Alpha Rabbit. The Bordentown resident is planning to be a part of PorchFest this year. The Downtown Bordentown Association will also be hosting an event, known as Stepping into Spring, on the same day. PorchFest will go hand in hand with this event, inviting attendees who are walking around on their way to or from PorchFest to stop by at one of the food trucks on Farnsworth Avenue and grab a bite to eat. Local retailers may also be open with stands along the streets to allow people to potentially buy some of the things they sell within their stores. Many specific details of PorchFest were still being ironed out at press time. Stanley is president of Bordentown Arts, the nonprofit See PASSAGE, Page 10

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home to International Thespian Society Troupe 6803. Over the past decade, the Greater Philadelphia Cappie Awards have honored BRHS Theatre performances with fifty-five nominations and 16 awards. The theatrical performances of BRHS have also been honored with awards and nominations from the New Jersey State Thespian Festival and the New Jersey Theatre Night Awards. Stacie Morano is the director of the troupe and technical director and theater manager for the Performing Arts Center. The 942-seat Bordentown Performing Arts Center is attached to Bordentown Regional High School, and is located at 318 Ward Ave. in Bordentown. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students, and can be purchased in advance at seatyourself.biz/brhs. Tickets will also be sold at the door. For information on the performing arts at Bordentown Regional High School, visit bordentown.k12.nj.us, email bordentowntheatre@yahoo.com or call (609) 496-1452. See NEWS, Page 4

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do, and it would bring a lot of arts and culture to the city,” Stanley said. He hopes that Bordentown will make this event something annual. PorchFest is all about, “community goodwill that is created with neighbors being out amongst neighbors and the town enjoying themselves. I think after the past two years, we deserve it,” he said. This event is taking place in hope that people will come to just have a good time,

and stronger community,” Parker said. The first ever PorchFest was held in 2007 in Ithaca, New York. Since then, hundreds of towns across the country have taken part in this unique event and have adapted it for their own communities. Stanley also became one of these people and wanted to bring this event to his very own city. He expressed that he had no idea that something like this

‘It’s important to support our local arts scene, and it’s important to get to know our neighbors. As a community, we become stronger when we get to know each other.’ and for Bordentown residents it helps them to get to know their neighbors and local community. “It’s important to support our local arts scene and our local artists, and it’s important to get to know your neighbors. I feel like as a community we become stronger when we get to know each other and when we get to know each other through music and by sharing our talents and passions, we become a more vibrant

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D&R Greenway executive Linda Mead inspects a beam in the gardner’s house at Point Breeze in Bordentown. Yet before that can happen, Mead points out the work being addressed by Edward J. Dallas, a historic restorer recommended by one of the Greenway’s partners in establishing the center, the Bordentown Historical Society. In addition to a new front door, new floor boards to replace water-damaged planks, new trim and borders, new electric, and wall patching are part of the restoration plan for the building. Mead heads into the next room, flicks the switch for the overhead light and says, “The electrician has been here. I’m trying it for the first time.” After nodding her approval, she announces the name of the space, the Joseph Bonaparte Room, and says it will tell the story about how Joseph Bonaparte fled Europe to the United States after his brother’s final defeat at Waterloo in 1815. Bonaparte arrived first in New York but moved to the then more culturally advanced Philadelphia, where he raised eyebrows through his openness about having a mistress. French native and prominent Philadelphia businessman Stephen Gerard helped Bonaparte escape the city’s provincial mores and secure the property situated between New York and Philadelphia. In 1816 Bonaparte acquired the Bordentown property, where he built an estate that included one of the nation’s finest mansions, largest library, major art gallery, and first example of landscape architecture — all allegedly financed by the crown jewels that had been under Bonaparte’s ownership as king of Spain. See GARDNER, Page 17

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There is a plethora of porches and pianos for Princeton this April as the Arts Council of Princeton, with support from Princeton University, launches a month-long series of festivities honoring local artists. Through initiatives like the “Princeton Piano Project” and the first-ever “Princeton Porchfest” musical event, the ACP is unveiling “April ARTS” just in time for the spring season. April ARTS is a spiritual successor to ACP’s former arts festival, Communiversity, which was canceled in 2020 due to COVID before reaching its 50th year in operation. Prior to being known as Communiversity, the gathering was referred to as “The Art People’s Party,” which later inspired the current concept of a month’s observance of events. Adam Welch, the executive director ofthe Arts Council of Princeton, estimated that over 40,000 guests had made Communiverity an annual success. But as the pandemic showed no signs of stopping, Welch and his team needed to

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explore new options. The sheer size of such an event would have been dangerous because of the virus, so after speaking with the mayor, council and university staff, April ARTS was born. With a decentralized event system, ACP hopes to not only recognize the talents throughout Princeton, but highlight them in a socially distanced, outside environment. For additional information, and to see what else the ACP has in store for the month of April, the April ARTS community calendar on their website, artscouncilofprinceton.org/aprilarts, will be updated frequently. Princeton Porchfest is on Saturday, April 23 from noon to 6 p.m. Princeton residents “donate” their front porches or stoops for the occasion, giving musicians a stage for free, family-friendly live performances. The inaugural concert will adhere to all ongoing COVID-19 precautions and will carry on rain or shine. Attendees can walk or bike across the Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood, as See ARTS, Page 4

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ARTS continued from Page 2 well as Nassau Street by the central business district, to appreciate the rotating sets of bands. “All the performers will play in their respective locations simultaneously,” Welch said. “Essentially, there will be 55 musicians, easily found by the printed and online map letting you know where they’re playing and when.” While the concepts of both Porchfest and Piano Project originated in New York, Asbury Park has been regularly hosting the Asbury Park Porchfest for several years. Following in the footsteps of Asbury Park, the ACP asked the bands performing first to lend sound equipment to subsequent performers, creating a friendly, collaborative atmosphere and eliminating the time between acts. “What we’ve decided to do is [choose] sites that are within walking distance, but not within earshot, so that you’ll be able to easily walk in between set breaks to different locations,” Welch continued, one of their concerns being to eliminate sound pollution. Taking in the architecture and talents of Princeton, Welch said, is a welcome experience they want to facilitate, with chatty neighbors and music abounding as the front yards transform into community spaces. ACP suggests that attendees

Marlon “7ove Child” Davila paints a piano for the Princeton Piano Project.

indulge in Princeton’s culinary experiences as well, citing the countless lunch and dinner options mere steps away from the porchfront stages. Another key part of April ARTS is the Princeton Piano Project. Using pianos donated from Princeton residents, ACP commissioned local creatives to paint the seven instruments, which will be placed

around Princeton and remain available for anyone to play. “What we’re going to be doing is creating a public art piece and a performance space,” Welch said. Specific performances will be coordinated, likely on weekends, during the month. The piano artists include Leon Rainbow, Ronah Harris, Albelardo Montano,

Susan DeConcini and Lisa Walsh, Marlon 7oveChild Davila and Stephanie and Naomi Nazario. Leon Rainbow is a Trenton-based artist whose work, most notably his colorful murals, are inspired by graffiti and street art. The theme for his piano, the “Touch of a Master’s Hand,” is brought to life with a mixed-media approach of spray paint, acrylics and paint markers. As of press time, Rainbow had almost completed his piano, its design showing a spray can on one side, while the other portrays a gifted hand playing the piano. “Music or art is the touch of a master’s hand, it’s not really the instrument or the supplies. It’s just the creativity, and the amount of work that it takes to get to a certain point with it, that really makes a difference from great art or music from mediocre,” he said. “It’s the first time I painted a piano, so it was an interesting surface to work with,” Rainbow continued. “I feel like it’s gonna have a different life once it’s out in the community.” He does not know where his piano will go just yet, but he is looking forward to “somebody playing it and giving it a new life,” rather than seeing it go unused. “Now, they’re getting a new life, and hopefully people will be able to enjoy it.” Marlon Davila, also known as “7ove

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April ARTS are the Cabernet Cabaret 10th Anniversary Extravaganza, artist Joe Kossow’s “Still Lives from a (Mostly) Stilled Life” opening reception, a spoken word celebration in honor of Paul Robeson’s 124th birthday and “Story & Verse: A Storytelling and Poetic Open Mic.” To commence the “thirty days of creativity,” April ARTS begins with a Kick-Off Happy Hour on April 1 at 5:30 p.m. Held at the Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, guests are encouraged to toast with Prosecco or cider as a way of welcoming the month’s engagements. Also featured will be musical performances on the painted piano in front of the ACP building. Welch expressed gratitude to everyone who helped make April ARTS possible, thanking P rinceton University, the municipal officials, Mayor Mark Freda, council members, community sponsors and more. “What we’re hoping, and what we’re anticipating, is that people will be able to see, other than the pianos and Porchfest…just how full our town is, our community is, with arts and cultural activities,” Welch said. April ARTS, Arts Council of Princeton and Princeton University, April 1 to 30. Princeton Porchfest, April 23, noon to 6 p.m. Free. More information and a full calendar of events are available at ACP’s website, artscouncilofprinceton.org.

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With a basting brush of whiskey and water, Todd Faulkner informally blessed his patrons, most of whom were there to celebrate a non-denominational “communion” as part of the Irish pub Tír na nOg’s successful ‘Whiskey Ambassador Club.’ Each person walked out the back door, then used the alley to come back around through the front, ringing a bell to signal their victory over 32 types of carefully-curated Irish whiskeys. Faulkner’s mixture of “holy water” wished the ambassadors a safe St. Patrick’s Day at the March 6 event, where just shy of 50 attendees helped commemorate the club’s milestone.

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Faulkner presented each person with a token, the ceremony itself a tongue-in-cheek, symbolic representation of an Irish Catholic custom close to his heart. As the pub erupted into a party at the Trenton bar, customers completed additional tiers of the liquor lineups, even piquing the interest of newcomers who joined in on the celebration. The 102nd ambassador was honored, the number leaps and bounds over the March edition of Six09, where Faulkner said that 91 customers had officially become ambassadors—in less than a month since, though, more than 100 have risen to the challenge. “It’s created a lot of new customers, and it’s been a fantastic

Tír na Nog Whiskey Ambassadors at a March 6, 2022 celebratory event marking the hundredth member of the Irish bar’s club.

run. I hope to keep it going,” Faulkner said of the initiative. “I’m beaming with pride.”

Faulkner and his wife, Maureen, have owned Tír na nOg since 2012. The gathering was

a timely culmination of the program’s accomplishments, and a sign that the idea, which had been fully realized during the pandemic, was a worthy investment. The earliest stages of the club’s concept started about five or six years ago, back when Faulkner, browsing the liquor section of Wine Enthusiast Magazine, came across a whiskey trail highlighting four Scottish distilleries. He thought that a similar idea could work for the country behind his own business, but set in America instead. Tír na nOg’s tastings would have been a way to give customers a true taste of Ireland, yet Faulkner waited until the timing felt right. Faulkner renovated the bar

area when Tír na nOg was closed from March to late September in 2020. In November, they were finally ready to begin the long-awaited program, elevating a collection of 10 whiskeys to the final 32. The number is not insignificant or random, but a nod to the number of counties in Ireland. For Faulkner, who is always “shooting from the hip,” as he maintained, the name for members of the club came from a representative of Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey that helped run an event at Tír na nOg. The pub took on the title with their signature Irish flair, debuting the ‘Tír na nOg Irish Whiskey Ambassador Club.’ Those who finish receive the title of ‘Tír na nOg Irish Whiskey Ambassador,’ as well as a Carhartt hoodie bearing a logo specifically designed for the club— both the honor and the apparel can only be attained through earning them,

because Faulkner is unwavering on not making the “prize at the end of the rainbow” available for purchase. The high supply and demand, Faulkner remarked, meant he almost could not keep up with the interest in the coveted club. As of press time, nearly 400 people have signed up. It did so well, Faulkner continued, that they had to add multiple tiers with other incentives, such as badges for the hoodies. The second tier is the ‘Chief Whiskey Officer Club,’ which includes eight more whiskeys of Irish and American origin. The third tier is the ‘Bourbon Brigade,’ comprising eight kinds of the namesake liquor. Both tiers are given corresponding C.W.O and B.B. badges. The fourth tier, expected to be available for eligible ambassadors sometime in April, will be a ‘Pacific Whiskey See WHISKEY, Page 8

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each other on or talking about whiskey preferences with fellow connoisseurs. “People now know each other in the bar intimately,” he said. “They might have had a common ground coming into the pub, but they have an even more common ground next to each other like ‘hey, that’s an ambassador.’ It brings them together.” “Now I have relationships with every single one of these people,” Faulkner explained. “You’re serving them all the time, you have more and more of these conversations, so it means a lot to me. I think we have created a family within a family.” Peter Gallagher, a resident of Hamilton, met Faulkner at a local Irish festival. Gallagher was intrigued at his proposition of the whiskey club, as Gallagher confessed that he always has about seven or eight bottles of whiskey in his home liquor cabinet. “I only drink one at a time. I like to really taste it and enjoy it,” Gallagher said. “Even when I was doing the 32, I would do two at a time, generally, just because I wanted to taste it. For me, it was all part of just being with everyone and the banter, the camaraderie that everyone shares there. I think that’s what made it really fun.” His personal favorite from the selection was a Jameson Caskmates Stout edi-

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The Watershed Institute Watershed Academy offers high school students field experience The Watershed Academy for High Schools Students offers five-day sessions of intensive study. The sessions explore a different environmental issue including stream science, clean water, green architecture, climate change and more! Academy students learn from experts in various subjects to help design solutions to real-world problems. Students gain valuable field experience and have the opportunity to try out different careers. In this summer’s Stream Science and Clean Water sessions, our Watershed scientists and educators will lead the students through a variety of lessons on water quality as well as explore current threats to clean water. The students will conduct field research and present their findings in a presentation or poster session. During our Green Architecture week, students will learn from awardwinning architects Michael Farewell

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decisions are made at the local and state levels. The students will design an advocacy campaign on an issue they are passionate about to create a possible solution. Our Water and Climate Academy will be presented in collaboration with Princeton University’s High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI). Students will meet with Princeton University researchers and learn about their efforts in fields of climate resilience and clean water. The week includes a visit to the labs at HMEI. All of the Academy sessions are

open to high school students in grades 9 -12. They take place at The Watershed Institute in Pennington and use our Watershed Center and 950acre Watershed Reserve as a living laboratory. Each session includes at least one off-site trip. Please visit our website https:// thewatershed.org/academy/ for more information and to register. We have a limited number of scholarships available for qualified students. Also coming up are several events for all ages including: Flashlight Egg Hunt Friday April 8, 7:30 p.m. – Join us after dark, bring your flashlight and search the field for over 1000 colored eggs. Arrive at 7:30 for photos with the bunny and heady out to the field for the 8 p.m. start. Bring your boots! H2O Quest: Alien Invaders May 14, 10 a.m. – All of the scientists have left the lab. They left a mysterious message claiming aliens are taking over the Watershed Reserve. We need children to help track down scientists and learn what is happening. Part treasure hunt, part nature hike and plenty of imaginative fun. Learn more and find more great events and programs at thewatershed. org. See ad, page 11.

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Capital Health attained Magnet recognition again in February, a testament to its continued dedication to high-quality nursing practice. The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® distinguishes health care organizations that meet rigorous standards for nursing excellence. This credential is the highest national honor for professional nursing practice.

underscores the foundation of excellence and values that drive our entire staff to strive harder each day to meet the health care needs of the people we serve.”

Receiving Magnet recognition for the fifth time is a great achievement for Capital Health, as it continues to proudly belong to the global community of Magnet-recognized organizations. Only 34 organizations worldwide have received Magnet status five times or more.

To achieve initial Magnet recognition and re-designation, organizations must pass a rigorous and lengthy process that demands widespread participation from leadership and staff. This process includes an electronic application with supporting evidence of 94 standards to include written supporting patient care documentation, an on-site visit appraiser visit, and a final review by the Commission on Magnet Recognition.

“We’re proud to be the most honored Magnet organization in our region and excited to continue a journey that began more than 20 years ago,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “Earning Magnet recognition isn’t about checking boxes—it demonstrates our ongoing commitment to meeting the highest standards in nursing care and our dedication to providing our community with the best possible care. This is what helped us earn Magnet recognition in the first place, and it’s what motivates us as we continue to maintain Magnet status.” “Magnet recognition is a tremendous honor and reflects our commitment to delivering the highest quality of care to this community,” said Deborah Mican, PhD, MHA, BSN, RN, CNOR, Chief Nursing Officer at Capital Health. “To earn Magnet recognition once was a great accomplishment and an incredible source of pride for our nurses. Our repeated achievement of this credential

Magnet recognition is the gold standard for nursing excellence and is a factor when the public judges health care organizations. U.S. News & World Report’s annual showcase of “America’s Best Hospitals” includes Magnet recognition in its ranking criteria for quality of inpatient care.

The Magnet Model provides a framework for nursing practice, including structural empowerment, transformational leadership, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovations and improvements all focused on the measurement of empirical patient outcomes. Through this framework, ANCC evaluates applicants across a number of components and dimensions to gauge an organization’s nursing excellence. The foundation of this model comprises various elements deemed essential to delivering superior patient care. These include the quality of nursing leadership and coordination and collaboration across specialties, as well as processes for measuring and improving the quality and delivery of care.

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Capital Health Neurosurgeon Contributes to Developing NATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR THE TREATMENT OF METASTATIC BRAIN TUMORS DR. NAVID REDJAL, director of Neurosurgical Oncology at Capital Health’s Center for NeuroOncology, recently co-authored “Treatment for Brain Metastases: ASCO-SNO-ASTRO Guideline,” to provide direction for clinicians who treat patients with brain metastases. Dr. Redjal collaborated with a multidisciplinary panel of national and international brain tumor specialists to develop the new guidelines, with contributions from members of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the Society of Neuro-Oncology, and the American Society of Radiation Oncology. “At Capital Health, we are committed to advancing care in order to provide the best possible outcomes for our patients,” said Dr. Redjal. “I’m excited to be part of this collaboration with experts from across the country and around the world that provides leadership to the broader medical community and takes care to the next level for patients with brain tumors.”

The guideline, which is available in the Journal of Clinical Oncology and Neuro-Oncology, will have wide application in informing clinical practice. Treatment options include surgery, stereotactic radiosurgery, whole brain radiation therapy, systemic targeted therapy/chemotherapy, or a combination of these options. Capital Health’s Center for Neuro-Oncology, part of Capital Institute for Neurosciences and Capital Health Cancer Center, is the region’s leader in diagnosing and treating tumors of the brain and central nervous system. The Center approaches the treatment of brain cancer in a personalized, comprehensive, multidisciplinary manner in which patients are treated by a team that includes neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and support staff. The Center for Neuro-Oncology also participates in and develops numerous research studies and clinical trials to help provide greater understanding of these conditions and establish new methods to diagnose and treat them. For more information about Dr. Redjal and Capital Health’s Center for Neuro-Oncology, visit capitalhealth.org/neurooncology.

A Growing Team of PAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS at Capital Health DR. OLEKSIY (ALEX) LELYANOV, a board certified and fellowship trained pain management specialist, recently joined Capital Health’s Center for Pain Management, part of Capital Institute for Neurosciences. Providers at the Center focus on managing pain that originates with cancer, headaches, head and facial pain, back pain, musculoskeletal pain, nerve damage or disease, and pain from trauma or injuries. Dr. Lelyanov is board certified in pain medicine and anesthesiology. He received his medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, New Jersey and completed an internal medicine internship at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, New Jersey. This was followed by an anesthesiology residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey, where Dr. Lelyanov also completed fellowship training in pain management.

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“Patients are referred to us from a broad spectrum of disciplines, so understanding the source of one’s pain and getting an accurate diagnosis are critical first steps in effective treatment,” said Dr. Jorge Alvarez, director of Interventional Pain Management at Capital Health’s Center for Pain Management. “Dr. Lelyanov brings a wealth of training and experience to our Center, so patients can be confident they’re receiving personalized treatment that is meticulously coordinated with all of the physicians involved in their care.” “Capital Institute for Neurosciences is known as a regional leader for providing the most advanced neurological care,” said Dr. Lelyanov. “I’m excited to join the Pain Management team and continue this tradition for patients in Mercer County and nearby communities.” Before joining Capital Health, Dr. Lelyanov was in private practice as a pain medicine physician in Toms River, New Jersey. He is a member of the Spine Intervention Society and the North American Neuromodulation Society. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lelyanov, call 267.802.1002 or visit capitalneuro.org for more information.

Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell Meets INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS AS A CENTER OF EXCELLENCE in Minimally Invasive Gynecology Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell recently earned accreditation as Mercer County’s first Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology from the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) for providing the highest quality of care and patient safety. This accreditation means that Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell has met internationally recognized standards and completed a rigorous inspection process. In addition to the hospital accreditation, Dr. Joyce Varughese (Capital Health Surgical Group – Gynecologic Oncology) and Dr. Daniel Small (Capital Health OB/GYN – Lawrenceville) received designation from SRC as Surgeons of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology. Both surgeons are part of Capital Health Medical Group, a network of more than 500 physicians and other clinicians who offer primary and specialty care and hospital-based services to patients throughout Central New Jersey and Lower Bucks County in Pennsylvania. “Capital Health is known as a regional leader in women’s health, and this designation continues to validate our reputation, as well as our ongoing investments in talent and technology,” said Dr. Joshua Eisenberg, Chief Medical Officer of Capital Health Medical Group. “Women who need the services of experienced surgeons like Dr. Varughese and Dr. Small can feel confident that they are getting the highest quality care and access to the latest surgical techniques that help ensure better outcomes.” Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci surgical system, is an alternative to traditional surgery at Capital Health for appropriate patients. Under the guidance of specially trained surgeons like Dr. Varughese and Dr. Small, complex surgical procedures can now be performed through small incisions using precise tools, cameras, and lights. Minimally invasive surgery is known for its many benefits, including less pain, lower risk of infection, shorter hospital stays, and faster recoveries. Health care facilities and surgeons that seek SRC accreditation undergo an extensive assessment and inspection process to ensure they meet SRC’s proven standards and requirements. These requirements include surgical volumes, facility equipment, clinical pathways and standardized operating procedures, an emphasis on patient education, and continuous quality assessment. The inspection involves all staff working with the surgeons in the accredited program. Inspectors educate staff on best practices to help their organization improve its care and services.

“We’re proud to recognize Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell for its commitment to advancing and providing quality care for all patients,” said Gary M. Pratt, CEO of SRC. “This accreditation signals that this facility is among the best in this specialty and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of care possible.” DR. DANIEL SMALL attended Cornell University, where he completed degrees in anthropology and international nutrition, and graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. He went on to medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Medical College of Pennsylvania. He has been board certified since 1988 and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. To make an appointment with Dr. Small, call 609.537.7200 or visit capitalhealthobgyn.org. DR. JOYCE VARUGHESE is a board certified, fellowship trained gynecologic oncology surgeon who specializes in performing traditional and minimally invasive procedures using the da Vinci robotic surgery system. Dr. Varughese completed her fellowship training in gynecologic oncology and residency in obstetrics and gynecology, serving as administrative chief resident, at Yale University. She received her medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in Bronx, New York and her undergraduate degree magna cum laude from Harvard University. To make an appointment with Dr. Varughese, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalhealth.org/gynonc.

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Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Update: Latest Treatment Options Thursday, April 7, 2022 | 6 p.m. Location: Zoom Meeting If you or a loved one are living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, new treatment options are available to help manage your condition. Join DR. ANIL BALANI, a board certified, fellowship trained gastroenterologist, to find out what options may be best for you and learn how to optimize currently available treatments as well.

Holistic Exercise Sampler Thursday, April 28, 2022 | 6 p.m. Location: Zoom Meeting Mind/body exercise techniques are beneficial for everyone. Join MARIA FIERSZT, Capital Health Wellness Center Manager, as she discusses how these holistic practices help to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and increase stamina. She will be joined by yoga instructor MAUREEN KAELBLEIN and tai chi instructor ROBERT LANGLEY from the Capital Health Wellness Center for virtual demonstrations of both practices, which coordinate the muscles, bones, heart and mind to provide a sense of well-being and calm.

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GARDNER continued from Page 12 While Mead notes that a Greenway curatorial team, including Johnson Center curator Diana Moore, has been using historical photos and drawings to evoke the era, including Empire style curtains donated by Calico Corner of Yardley, she also hopes to partner with Peter Tucci for exhibitions. The New Hope, Pennsylvania-based lawyer and member of the D& R Greenway and Bordentown Historical Society has the largest private collection of Joseph Bonaparte objects in the world. The French Republic recognized Tucci’s contribution to maintaining French history in 2005 by naming him a Chevalier of the French Legion of Honor. The order was established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802. Mead now points to an open wall section that exposes another wall with antique wallpaper and says they’re investigating to determine its age and connection to the original structure. Restorer Dallas, a Bordentown native now based in Allentown, adds that the original downstairs area had been modified and shows an arch that once adorned the original entrance that had been covered by a wall and the current stairwell in the center of the building filled a more opened receiving room. Both say they are making a lot of discoveries about the building. As Mead heads up the stairs, she says the surrounding walls will be used to display artwork and mentions Hunterdon County wildlife artist and Greenway supporter James Fiorentino. Now in the Time Line Room, Mead says exhibitions in the space directly over the Reception Room will augment the downstairs information and flesh out the ownership history that also includes Stephen Sayre, a former high sheriff and London merchant who owned the property prior to Bonaparte, and subsequent owners British Consult Henry Beckett, Vincentian Brothers of Philadelphia, investor Harris Hammond, and, from 1941 to 2020, Divine Word Missions. While records indicate that a drop ceiling was removed and antique molding is being repaired, there is a dominant fixture in the room: an architect-certified original fireplace and mantelpiece stand. The opposite room in similar shape but without the historic mantel is the Ecology and Nature Room, which will feature information on the natural life of the surrounding marshlands, prepared in part by retired Rider University botanist, D&R Greenway member, and a catalyst for the creation of the Friends of the Abbott Marshlands Mary Leck. The room will also highlight the region’s connection to American ornithology. Bonaparte’s nephew and son-in-law, Charles Lucien Bonaparte, was an impor-

tant French-American ornithologist. He lived at Point Breeze, where he sometimes collaborated with fellow French ornithologist and artist Jean Audubon — better known as John James Audubon. “It’s certainly the most urban property we have in our management,” Mead says back in the kitchen, adding that the Greenway sees it as a “long-term commitment to engage and educate people.” It is also unusual in that it has attracted international media attention for its historic value. And while the organization has developed partnerships with historical groups and the Princeton University Alumni Corps program that supplies individuals to provide curatorial and research support, it is only a portion of the effort needed to develop and maintain the center. “We’ve been doing all the fundraising and accounting for the property,” she says listing past costs for purchase, $500,000, and renovations, $275,000; an additional $150,000 to get the building open; and the understanding that there will be some unexpected related costs. Mead says while people in the Bordentown region are donating, the majority of support is coming through Greenway members, including a bequest that is allowing them to use $20,000 towards a challenge fund. “Renovations are one thing, but you need to pay bills,” she says, adding that they’ll be looking for volunteers to serve as docents and to help recreate the garden — a project that is planned for spring 2022. Mead says the Greenway’s agreement to purchase the property did not include any commitment to open and operate a center. However, she and the board felt a commitment to the City of Bordentown, citing the support of then-mayor James Lynch and current mayor Jennifer Sciortino. Both officials continue to be involved as the city transforms Divine Word buildings into new municipal offices and a police station. Looking at the other Greenway connections to the area, its participation in the development of Kiln Alley Park in Bordentown, organizing the owners of Abbott Marshland properties for stewardship, and its involvement in creating the Tulpehaking Nature Center in Hamilton, Mead says, “We don’t need to do this, but we made commitment to the city and to preserve the land. It was threatened and could have become warehouses. It is an ongoing responsibility, and we take it seriously.” She ends the tour with the words, “There is so much opportunity here.” For more information on the D&R Greenway or to donate or volunteer, visit drgreenway.org.

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Versatile Appleby key to successful season on the ice for PDS By Rich Fisher Nora Appleby has been playing ice hockey since she was 11, and there have been a lot of fun moments during that time. But the Princeton Day School junior never experienced the thrill she had on March 7. Despite the fact her Panthers would lose to Morristown-Beard, 7-0, in the NJSIAA Girls Hockey Tournament championship game, Appleby will always have great memories of the day. It took place at Newark’s Prudential Center — known as The Rock — the home of the New Jersey Devils. “I’ve been to many games at The Rock and played many games at the Devils practice rink, but to play on the actual ice was very different,” the Bordentown resident said. “It was probably the coolest moment I’ve ever had playing hockey, especially walking out on the ice for the first time and warming up. “Seeing yourself on the big screen and

hearing them call out your name before the game is really something special. While it was really cool for all of us to be there, we are definitely aiming to be back again next year and to be the ones holding up the trophy at the end of the game.” If that happens, Appleby will most likely be a key component, just as she was this year. A forward during her first two high school seasons, Nora was asked by coach John Ritchie to play defense this year. PDS already had a strong contingent of six forwards, and of their four defensemen, two were fairly young and inexperienced. “We were trying to figure out what to do with her position,” Ritchie said. “I asked her ‘Hey do you think this year you would want to try D?’ We slid her back and it seemed to be a really good fit for the rest of the year.” Appleby had no problem making the switch. “Moving back to defense wasn’t a very

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big adjustment for me because I’ve been moving back and forth every year,” she said. “On my travel team, I played forward this year so I’d say I know all the positions very well. I played forward my first two years (at PDS), but I knew we needed some defensemen this year since we lost some, so I offered to play since I had in the past.” Ritchie actually felt it played more to her abilities, noting it was more natural for her with the way she sees the game. Nora also got a chance to display a strong shot that was not as frequently unleashed when she played forward. “She seems to get better when she’s got space, which you get as a defenseman,” the coach said. “I think when you’re trying to create space as a forward you don’t always have the time to get it off. I think she thrived more as defenseman than she did as a forward. She struggled to adjust to some of the transition stuff, but overall, I thought she did a really good job this year.” Appleby also feels she is stronger on the blue line, saying “I think my skill set works better as a defenseman because of my ability to pass and my slap shot, which I worked really hard on by blasting shots at my garage door for many years. That helped me get some nice goals and assists this season.” Nora finished with two goals and four assists, which is almost identical to her stats playing forward. She had two and four as a freshman and two and five as a junior. The difference this season is, she was also helping to prevent goals. Much of Appleby’s skills come from her good ice vision, particularly when the Panthers are breaking out of their zone.

“She was probably one of our more accurate passers and one of our better defensemen just getting her head up and looking at what her options are,” Ritchie said. “She doesn’t necessarily have those first three quick steps to get up to top speed. But once she is at top speed, she can get going and pass people, which I think bodes well for being a defenseman versus being a forward. And she learned and grew and kind of became a little more comfortable playing on those transition plays coming back into our zone as the year went on.” Bordentown, of course, is not a strong breeding ground for ice hockey players. But Appleby had a few friends in town who dabbled in the sport. Not to mention, she grew up playing street hockey and wanted to try the transition to ice in sixth grade, which is later in life than a lot of talented players. “I immediately loved it as soon as I stepped on the ice,” she said. “I found as many opportunities as I could to play and I worked really hard to get good quickly.” Nora had long been an athlete. She played softball for the Bordentown Bombers and recreation basketball until middle school. Appleby was also able to play for a middle school co-ed hockey team, called the Riverfront Raiders, which consisted of players from nearby schools that didn’t offer hockey She began travel at age 12 and is currently on the Philadelphia Belles. Appleby will play on the PDS softball team this spring, but hockey is her first love, as she follows the NHL closely and is a hard-core Flyers fan. “I also follow women’s hockey,” she said, “especially the U.S.A. national team,

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Princeton Day School’s Nora Appleby waits to go on the ice against against Summit, March 3, 2022, in state semifinal game held in Princeton. PDS won the game 4-3 in overtime. (Photo by Rich Fisher.) which was a big inspiration.” When it came time for high school, PDS obviously offered a quality education, but the hockey end of it came into play for Nora as Princeton Day is one of just a few area schools to offer the sport to girls. “Hockey played a very big part in my decision,” she said. “I wanted to play girls hockey in high school and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made because I love it there.” It was easy to love this year as the Panthers enjoyed one of their best seasons of the century. PDS finished 14-6 and won the NJISAA Prep B championship for the first time in 20 years. They also played their first NJSIAA tournament and knocked off Kent Place and Summit en route to the finals at The Rock. “This season was one of the most fun and successful seasons I’ve ever had,” Appleby said. “A lot of us have been playing together for a few years now and our team is really close. Getting so far was really special.

“I was one of our assistant captains this year so it was really cool to help lead our team through such a successful season, especially since it was the first time a PDS girls hockey team has gotten to play in the state championship game. I am just really proud of everyone on our team and will definitely remember this season.” And Ritchie will remember what Appleby did this season, as her willingness to play defense created a positive domino effect for the team. “To be able to move someone who had a little more experience to defense kind of stabilized us and allowed us to pick and choose the kind of experience that we were exposing the other two (younger) defensemen to,” Ritchie said. “Without her moving back, I think some of the line combinations that ended up working at forward and the D pairs we ended up with would not have happened. She was great for us this year and I don’t think we would have had the success we had this year without her being willing, and then excelling at the position change.”

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Gershom Mott: The darkness holds nothing back DOUG KIOVSKY THE BEND IN THE RIVER

Gershom Mott (1822-1884) was a brilliant individual with the heart of a lion. His strict Quaker upbringing; strong European ancestry that stemmed back to William the Conqueror; and character traits like discipline, motivation, and reliability that were inherited from his grandfather, shaped his destiny as a leader. Indeed, his grandfather, John Mott (1734-1804) was a soldier that gallantly demonstrated his military skills on the fields of battle during the French and Indian War and the War of Independence. It was during the latter that he rose to the rank of captain, achieving legendary status for action taken following General Washington’s famous Christmas crossing by guiding General John Sullivan’s division to Trenton in a preemptive strike against Hessian and British forces stationed there. Sadly, his epic tales of courage could only be passed down by word of mouth to his grandson. Born in Lamberton (present lower Trenton) to Gershom and Phoebe Scudder Mott, Gershom was the youngest of five siblings. He received his education at the Trenton Academy until he was 14 years old. After that, he worked as a sales clerk in a dry goods store while living with a relative in New York City. It was a job that amplified his analytical and financial skills. Everything seemed peaceful until war with Mexico erupted in 1846. Known as the Mexican War, Gershom couldn’t wait

to enlist his services for such an important cause. Moving swiftly in the ranks, he was appointed as 2nd lieutenant of the 10th Infantry. Witnessing few incidents, he was discharged from the army with the goal of moving back to Trenton. When he did, he worked as a collector of the port of Lamberton and the Delaware and Raritan Canal Company. He also found love and got married to a young local woman by the name of Elizabeth Smith. From 1855 until 1861, he was employed as a teller with the Bordentown

obligation to fulfill. Leaving Bordentown by train, he joined the Army of the Potomac. By August, he was appointed as lieutenant colonel of the 5th New Jersey Infantry and remained with the regiment until his promotion to colonel of the 6th New Jersey Infantry the following year for his decisive exploits and esteemed horsemanship at the Battle of Williamsburg. At the Second Battle of Bull Run, his regiment saw action again. Although he was a talented commander, Gershom

When the Battle of Gettysburg began on July 1, Mott had six regiments attached to his brigade. Banking Company under its president, John McKnight. Needless to say, they became close friends. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, the effects from its scope and magnitude were far larger than anyone could have ever imagined. At the same time, it wrapped our nation’s flag around its greatest catastrophe with our greatest achievement…ending racial slavery. During this epic struggle, the wrath of war destroyed homes and families. It exhibited no judgment pertaining to right or wrong. Just cruelty. The darkness never held back on the carnage that it inflicted. Even in daylight when the heavens were draped in black. Nothing in this world has ever been achieved without the grim reality of sacrifice. This weighed heavily on Mott’s mind, but he knew that he had a moral

rarely prepared himself for the stench of strewn bodies that awaited him in the mud and heat. Distractions such as this were proven costly because at some point during the fighting, he jolted back while on horseback. Grabbing his arm with intensity, blood smeared around the ripped sleeve of his uniform. Struck by a stray bullet, he stayed in control of the reins and his brigade for as long as he could before slumping to the ground from the pain. While recuperating from the severity of his wound, he was promoted to brigadier general. However, this also prevented him from participating in the Battle of Antietam. When he recovered near the end of the year, he was assigned to lead a brigade of Gen. Joseph Hooker’s Central Grand Division. On May 3, 1863, Union and Confederate

troops rose with the dawn and unleashed multiple assaults against each other near a site called Chancellorsville. The smoke drifting from cannon and musket fire was so thick in the woods that the only way to see the enemy was from sparks emanating from hooves as the horses rode over the rocks. Fear was a chilling presence since nobody could indicate the directions where the bullets were coming from. They rattled like hail among the trees, tearing branches and leaves as they fell. In the middle of the fight was Gershom Mott, commanding General Hooker’s division and the 5th New Jersey Infantry. Although the soldiers tried to hold their ground at a makeshift breastworks site, the persistence of the enemy was so strong that it escalated to the point that the woods appeared to be made of a solid wall of gray cloth. The 7th New Jersey Infantry responded to the chaos, but mounting casualties forced the ranks to withdraw. Again, Mott left the field in agony after the bones in his left hand were shattered by a bullet. As the day drew to a close, over 17,000 men on both sides made the ultimate sacrifice. It would be forever known as the second bloodiest day of the Civil War after Antietam. However, the battle continued for several more days with the retreat of Hooker’s main army across the Rappahannock River. Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee lost a great friend and one of the greatest tactical commanders in history during the campaign with the death of Gen. Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson, but he took the victory in stride, reorganized surviving troops,

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and marched northward through the Shenandoah Valley in the hopes of invading the Union and ending the war. With Gershom Mott incapacitated from his wound, his second-in-command, Col. George Burling (1834-1885), a native of Burlington County, replaced him during the Gettysburg Campaign. Although also wounded at Chancellorsville, when he returned to duty a short time later, he was able to lead several different regiments, including the 6th, 7th, and 8th New Jersey Infantry. When the Battle of Gettysburg began on July 1, he had six regiments attached to his brigade. On the second day, Burling called for the regiments to spread out and protect threatened areas from enemy advancement with names like the Wheatfield and Peach Orchard. Finding himself without an effective command as the battle raged, he conversed with Division commander major General Andrew Humphreys before gathering his surviving units near Cemetery Ridge. The following day, during the massive assault led by Confederate General George Pickett, Burling supported the Federal batteries with unrelenting firepower from his brigade. As the smoke cleared and the battle ended, the Army of Northern Virginia knew that it had lost its last opportunity to gain a foothold in

the North. The casualties from the war’s bloodiest multi-day battle were beyond comprehension. The Army of Northern Virginia lost 28,000 lives. The Army of the Potomac lost 23,000 lives. Both armies lost 5,000 horses and mules to the carnage. There was nothing civil about the war. Burling thought that he would be recognized for his leadership role in the battle, but he was not, and resigned his commission out of protest in March of 1864. After a full year on leaving the service, he was brevetted Brigadier General, US Volunteers. He then worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad until his death in 1885. Upon returning to his command in August of 1863, Gershom Mott led the 4th Division of the II Corps. He saw action in the Battle of the Wilderness and the Battle of Spotsylvania but also saw soldiers flee in panic. He observed the arms of men tremble as they cocked their hammers and raised the gunstocks to their shoulders. There was in their eyes as they looked forward. Some never fired a shot as a barrage of returning artillery fire sent them running. Or becoming a casualty. The outcome of the battle was considered inconclusive and the 4th Division was ordered to disband. Gershom was able to correct this embarrassment as he performed

well with troops during the Siege of Petersburg in which he was one of the few Union officers that was commended for bravery at the Battle of the Crater. However, as fate would have it, on April 6, 1865, three days before the Confederate surrender at Appomattox, Gershom was wounded in the leg while in command at the Battle of Amelia Springs. This was the site where Confederate forces fled after the fall of Petersburg and Richmond. Over 200 men perished in the confrontation. After the war ended, Gershom was promoted to major general. Following his resignation as an officer several months later, he returned to civilian life with his wife and daughter. They moved into an Italianate home on Prince Street that overlooked Crosswicks Creek in Bordentown. Ironically, the home was once owned by William McKnight, the father of Gershom’s close friend, John McKnight. Gershom’s prior background as a bank teller for McKnight and other financial positions served him quite well. His experience paved the way as paymaster for the Camden and Amboy Railroad briefly before spending the rest of his life in various New Jersey state government roles. This included the appointment as state treasurer in 1875, warden of the New Jersey State Prison from 1876-1881, and

commander of the New Jersey National Guard with the rank of Major General from 1873 until his death in 1884. During this period, he was also the director of the Bordentown Banking Company and a pallbearer at John McKnight’s funeral. On Nov. 29, 1884, while visiting a friend in New York City, Mott collapsed on a busy street and died. His body was transported to Bordentown by train that evening, where it was received by his widow and daughter. With an outpouring of grief from friends and family, he was buried with full military honors in Riverview Cemetery in Trenton. Less than a year later, another warrior of Civil War fame, General George McClellan, also died of a sudden heart attack and was buried in Riverview Cemetery. Mott was not a stranger to the darkness. He had witnessed its extent during his military career and escaped from its grasp on more than one occasion. Since it couldn’t take him directly, it had to take him in his final moments by surprise. Although he never had any formal military training, he gave the last full measure of devotion to his country by making it stronger. He never held back. Doug Kiovsky is the vice president of the Bordentown Historical Society.

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toms, including details on what you are best way to get the care you need at your experiencing when these symptoms began annual wellness exam. and what makes them better or worse. 1. Am I due for any vaccinations? VacShare medical history: “It’s important cines are critical for maintaining your to honestly inform your provider about health. Ask which vaccines you need See our ads in your medical history including any curbased on your age, health history, job SIX09 section or7past conditions as well as surgerand lifestyle. pgs 5rent and The importance of establishing a good ies,” Dr. Musunuru says. Additionally, she 2. Do I need any annual screenings? relationship with your primary care proadvises that you be prepared to discuss Preventive screenings are medical tests, vider. Preparing for a trip to your health your family’s health history such as a mammogram or RWJ-104 Heroescan Work Here_4.313x11.25_HAM.indd 4/17/20 PM care provider ensure a more 1producso your provider can1:21identify prostate check, that help tive office visit and increase the potential potential health risks such your doctor catch problems for a more effective outcome. “With a as heart disease, certain canearly when they are more little preparation, you can become a more cers, and type 2 diabetes. treatable. engaged partner in your health,” says List your medications: 3. Do I need any changes Likhitha Musunuru, MD, a RWJBarnabas “Always bring a current to my prescriptions? Health Medical Group provider. list of medications as well Annual wellness exams are Dr. Musunuru’s tips to make the most as discuss any questions a great time to re-evaluate out of your next health care visit: you may have about your any prescription medicaAsk questions: Prepare questions current prescriptions,” tions you may be taking. and concerns you may have about your reminds Dr. Musunuru. 4. How can I get my health before your visit and ask questions Check your insurance: test results? “Many physiDr. Musunuru about your treatment plan or condition. “A Each plan is unique and cians call their patients to productive conversation with your doctor some provide different levels discuss results or answer can address preventive health strategies, as of coverage that could alter any questions, but a patient well as any potential health issues, allowing your out-of-pocket costs. portal is one of the fastest ways for patients your provider to consider the best treatto access their test results themselves,” ment plan for you,” explains Dr. Musunuru. Questions to ask your PCP explains Dr. Musunuru. Ask your PCP if a Having an open conversation with your patient portal is available to you. Track your symptoms: Dr. Musunuru suggests you keep notes about your symp- Primary Care Physician (PCP) is the When you choose a Medical Group primary care provider, you gain a trusted partner to treat you when you’re sick and guide you to improved health and wellness. With convenient locations throughout the Hamilton area, one of our primary care practices will be close to your home. To schedule an appointment, please call 1-888-724-7123 or visit rwjbh. org/medgroupprimarycare. Likhitha Musunuru, MD, Family Medicine/ Occupational Medicine. RWJBarnabas Health Primary Care, Route 31, Pennington.

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Coming up this month at RWJU Hospital Hamilton To register for a program or for schedule changes call (609) 584-5900. For more information, go to rwjbh.org/hamilton.

Wednesday, April 6

Hearing Problems? - The Brain Connection, 10 to 11 a.m. If you have normal hearing but have difficulty understanding words/speech in group or noisy settings, you may have an Auditory Processing Disorder. Learn how to get tested for APD and how the latest treatments can train your brain! Audiologist, Dr. Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D.

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Breast Health: A Holistic Approach, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Caring for your breasts is more than just mammograms and pink ribbons. Explore ways to keep your breasts healthy using nutrition and other holistic methods. Alyssa Luning, RD,CSOWM, Patti McDougall, BSN, Integrative RN.

Tuesday, April 12

Clinical Culinary Nutrition Antioxidant Rich Foods & Cancer, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Discover the fresh flavors of up-to-date research. On the menu: Salads! Get up to date on current nutrition issues, hear from other health/culinary professionals, and sample tasty new recipes with our registered dietitians! Alyssa Luning, RD, CSOWM. Space is limited- register at least 48 hours prior to event. $5 per inperson participant.

Tuesday, April 19

Kids in the Kitchen – Going Green, 5 to 6:30 p.m. April 22nd is Earth Day! Let’s reduce, reuse, and recycle to make grab-and-go kid-friendly super-food shakes and snacks. Cook up some fun, and sample healthy foods in new ways! For children ages five and older with parent/caregiver. Alyssa Luning, RD, CSOWM. Register early; limited class size. $5 per child/ $5 per parent/caregiver for in-person attendance.

Thursday, April 21

Chronic Lung Problems Post-Covid, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Are you still experiencing a cough, tightness in your chest, fatigue, or shortness of breath? Are you wondering if your symptoms are related to having had Covid-19? Pulmonologist, Dr. Anthony Ricketti, and Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Seth Rosenbaum, will address the pharmacotherapy, vaccine, and issues around “Long Covid.”

Tuesday, April 26

Introduction to Homeopathy, 6:30 to 8 p.m. The theory behind homeopathy is “Like Cures Like” (or “Similia Similibus Curentur”) which can help the body to heal itself. Join Ekta Makani, APN to learn about this complementary approach.

Friday, April 29

Let’s Become a Blue Zone Community. A Virtual Program, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Log in to learn about the places in the world where people live to be over 100 with the lowest amount of disease— and how we can bring their practices to our community. Alyssa Luning, RD, CSOWM.

Better Health Programs There’s no better time to be 65+ years old, and there’s no better place to experience it than at the Better Health Program at RWJUH. This complimentary program will engage your mind, encourage you to move and help you reflect. To register for a program below or to learn about complimentary membership call (609) 584-5900 or visit rwjbh.org/HamiltonBetterHealth.

Thursday, April 7

Osteoporosis, Falls & Gait Impairment, 1 to 2 p.m. Dr. Ali and Huzefa Hussain, MS, OTR/L, Senior Occupational Therapist, discuss prevention, ways to improve balance and fall prevention. Must be a Better Health member to attend.

Thursday, April 14

Tai Chi, 10 to 11 a.m. Tony Jackson focused on improving balance and strengthening legs. Gentle stretching improve flexibility. Learn how to get up if a fall does happen. Must be a Better Health member to attend. Registration Required.

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