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By lOis leVine What do Clara Barton, Thomas Paine and John Quincy Adams have in common? At one time or another, they all visited or lived in Bordentown. In fact, Thomas Paine was such a fan of the city near the Delaware River that he once said he’d “rather see my horse Buttons eating the grass of Bordentown then all the pomp and show of Europe.” As many might already know, the city, which was first inhabited in 1682 by English Quaker Thomas Farnsworth, is steeped in transportation histor y, becoming a major colonial transportation hub for the new United States, and occupied by British Forces in 1777 and 1778. In the mid1800s, it was noted for the first movement of a steam engine on rails, just outside the town, the “John Bull” engine, which is now housed at the Smithsonian. But its military history is what is particularly interesting to many New Jersey residents and on National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (Dec. 7), the Bordentown Historical Society partners with the Armed Forces Heritage Museum for a presentation called “Bridge Over the River Kwai.” The Bordentown Historical Society, founded in 1930, was created to preserve and educate the public about the rich history of See HISTORY, Page 7

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Kara Parker (left, with Lily Glatz), a student at Bordentown Regional Middle School, started Project Bolsa as part of her Girl Scout Bronze Award requirement. She collects old T-shirts and transforms them into reusable tote bags.

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By saManTha sciarrOTTa Kara Parker is into the environment. The Bordentown Regional Middle School student said she’s interested in anything that relates to protecting the planet. So, when it came time to complete her Girl Scouts Bronze Award, she channeled that energy into her service project. Parker launched Project Bolsa, a nonprofit organization that converts old T-shirts into tote bags. “Why can’t we just take old T-shirts that we don’t want to

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“I think just because it was a simple solution,” said Raquel Parker, Kara’s mom. “It didn’t have to be this huge project. It was just a small, simple solution that anybody can do, even kids. A kid thought of it. People have been responding very well.” Parker first collects used T-shirts of any size. To make the bags, she starts by folding the shirt in half lengthwise and then cutting the sleeves off. Then, she cuts the neck and waist stitching. Finally, the bottom of the T-shirt is cut into strips and tied together one-byone to form a durable bottom. Ultimately, they wanted something that was easy to construct and didn’t require sewing but See PARKER, Page 13

Former Bordentown Township police chief and township administrator Frank Nucera is expected to be back on trial early next year. Nucera, 62, was indicted in late 2017 on charges of hate crime assault, deprivation of civil rights and making false statements after he was accused of slamming 18-yearold Timothy Stroye's head into a door jamb during a 2016 incident at the Bordentown Ramada. The case went to trial earlier this year. Nucera was convicted in October of lying to the FBI, but the jury was unable to reach a decision on the other two charges. The retrial is set for March 16, 2020. The jury deliberated for eight days but could not come to a consensus on the hate crime and civil rights charges, according to a state District Attorney press release. The complaint filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office against Nucera states that the thenpolice chief assaulted Stroye, then 18, at the Ramada Sept. 1, 2016. Two Bordentown Township police officers responded to a call from a hotel employee, who claimed that Stroye and a companion stayed in a hotel room without paying. The situation turned physical, and the responding officers called See NUCERA, Page 8

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NUCERA continued from Page 1 for backup. Several others, including Nucera, arrived at the scene. According to the complaint, two officers were escorting a handcuffed Stroye out of the hotel and into a police cruiser when Nucera allegedly approached him from behind and slammed his head into a doorjamb. After the incident, an officer added that Stroye was not resisting arrest at the time of the assault, and that he didn’t report the use of excessive force because he was afraid Nucera would retaliate. Nucera falsely stated multiple times in an interview with FBI special agents that he did not touch Stroye during the arrest. Nucera was later secretly and legally recorded by township officers using racist language to refer to Stroye and his companion, saying, “These f***ing people should stay the f**k out of Bordentown” and added that “it would have been nice” to use police dogs during the arrest because, according to Nucera, “that dog, that dog will stop anything right then and there [makes dog noises]. I’m telling you. You’d have seen two f***ing n*****s stop dead in their tracks. I love when they do that. I just love that.” That wasn’t the first time Nucera was reported to have used racist language. According to the complaint, he has a histor y of using racial slurs and making racist comments about black citizens and repeatedly used police

dogs to intimidate black attendees at Bordentown Regional High School basketball games. Nucera was also recorded in late 2015 saying to another officer, “I wish that n****r would come back from Trenton and give me a reason to put my hands on him, I’m tired of ‘em. These n*****s are like ISIS, they have no value. They should line them all up and mow ‘em down. I’d like to be on the firing squad, I could do it. I used to think about if I could shoot someone or not, I could do it, I’m tired of it.” Former township clerk Colleen Eckert also told FBI agents and assistant United States Attorneys in a March 2017 inter view that she and Nucera, who she called “a mentor,” used racial slurs, including the n-word. In the inter view, Eckert specifically referenced a local real estate developer—the person’s name and other identifying characteristics were redacted. “Eckert recalled an occasion when [redacted] came into the township building after hours. Eckert stated, ‘We’d (Eckert and Chief Nucera) be like, oh, that n-g,’ in response to seeing [redacted],” according to the documents. Nucera also felt that that developer, who Eckert called “shady,” was “working an angle.” Nucera was first indicted Dec. 7, 2017. He quietly retired earlier that year, before the investigation was made public.

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Capital Health First in the Region to Offer ROBOTIC-ASSISTED WHIPPLE PROCEDURE to Treat Pancreatic Cancer Capital Health recently became the only hospital in Central New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia region to offer robotic-assisted Whipple procedures to treat pancreatic cancer. DR. CATALDO DORIA, medical director of the Capital Health Cancer Center and hepato-pancreato-biliary surgeon who specializes in treating benign conditions and cancers related to the liver, pancreas, and bile duct, recently performed this innovative surgery at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell. “Dr. Doria is internationally known for his work in developing cutting-edge cancer treatment,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “Since joining us last year, he has worked tirelessly to advance our Cancer Center. Becoming the only hospital in our region to offer a robotic-assisted Whipple is a major step forward for the Center, but it also shows our community that we are fully committed to innovation in health care.” Pancreatic cancer is among the most challenging gastrointestinal disorders to diagnose and treat, and for some patients, a Whipple procedure (technically known as a pancreaticoduodenectomy) is performed to surgically remove the affected part of the pancreas and then reconnect the healthy part of the organ to nearby digestive organs in order to complete the surgery. Until recently, this complex, technically demanding procedure was regularly being performed only as open surgery at Capital Health. “Performing an open Whipple procedure to treat pancreatic cancer, while effective, meant that the patient could expect a large incision and a long recovery time,”

said Dr. Doria. “Now, using the da Vinci Surgery System, we can aggressively treat appropriate surgical candidates with minimally invasive techniques that are proven to significantly reduce recovery time while achieving results that are comparable to traditional open surgery.” A specially trained surgeon like Dr. Doria uses the da Vinci Surgery System to insert miniaturized instruments and a high-definition 3-D camera through small incisions (roughly the size of a dime). Working at the da Vinci console, Dr. Doria’s hand movements are translated into precise actions that allow for a minimally invasive approach to the Whipple procedure that requires less anesthesia, reduces recovery time and puts patients at less risk for complications. Dr. Doria also uses the da Vinci Surgery System to remove cancer in the liver and bile duct. Additionally, in his role as medical director of the Cancer Center, Dr. Doria is assembling a team of surgeons from multiple disciplines who are trained in robotic techniques in order to make robotic-assisted surgery an option for additional cancer sites. To make an appointment with Dr. Doria, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalsurgical.org to learn more. Health Headlines by Capital Health | Bordentown Current9

LUNG CANCER: WHAT YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF INCIDENCE: » Lung cancer is the MOST COMMON CANCER in both men and women other than skin cancer. » American Cancer Society estimates there will be about 228,150 NEW CASES of lung cancer diagnosed in 2019. » There will be an estimated 142,670 DEATHS FROM LUNG CANCER, accounting for 26% of all cancer deaths. » Nearly 80% of all lung cancers diagnosed are related to a history of tobacco use.

CAUSES:

» Smoking » Secondhand smoke exposure » Radon exposure » Asbestos exposure » Other chemical exposure

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:

» Cough that does not go away » Chest pain that is often worse with deep breaths, coughing or laughing » Hoarseness » Shortness of breath

SCREENING:

Who should be screened? Someone who has a history of heavy smoking and no apparent symptoms, even if he or she quit smoking within the last 15 years. How and why to get screened? A low-dose CT scan can detect a small nodule making it possible to diagnosis at an earlier stage.

WHEN SMOKERS QUIT:

Within 20 MINUTES of smoking your last cigarette, the body begins a series of changes to repair the damage to your lungs. These changes continue for years.

» New onset of wheezing » Weight loss and loss of appetite » Feeling tired or weak

TIPS FOR QUITTING:

» Nibble on low calorie items, like carrot sticks, celery, and apples; suck on sugar-free candy or chew gum. » Stretch out your meals, eat slowly and pause between bites. » Take a deep breath and exhale slowly. Remember, the desire to smoke will pass.

RESOURCES:

www.njquitline.org or call 1.866.NJSTOPS (657.8677)

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Thoracic Surgeon Trained in Minimally Invasive Techniques Joins Capital Health DR. AFRICA WALLACE, a board certified thoracic surgeon, has joined Capital Health Surgical Group and is now part of the nationally accredited Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center Hopewell. As director of Thoracic Surgery, Dr. Wallace specializes in all areas of thoracic oncology with a focus on minimally invasive procedures, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and tumors of the mediastinum (the area of the chest that separates the lungs). She also treats benign conditions of the thoracic cavity and esophagus. “I’m excited by the continued growth of our cancer care program, and adding surgeons like Dr. Wallace to our team allows us to offer state-of-the-art minimally invasive surgery to a broader range of cancer patients,” said Dr. Cataldo Doria, medical director of Capital Health Cancer Center. “Her training and expertise, particularly in robotic surgery using the da Vinci Surgical System, are tremendous assets for the Cancer Center and reassure patients that they don’t have to travel far to get advanced treatment for cancer and benign conditions in the chest cavity.” 10Bordentown Current | Health Headlines by Capital Health

Dr. Wallace completed her general surgery residency at Georgetown University Hospital and her cardiothoracic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) in Pennsylvania. In addition, she completed fellowship training in minimally invasive thoracic and esophageal surgery at UPMC. “The ongoing expansion of services at the Cancer Center is a testament to Capital Health’s mission of improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves,” said Dr. Wallace. “I’m thrilled to be part of an organization that strikes a near-perfect balance between technology and talent under one roof at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell.” Dr. Wallace is part of Capital Health Surgical Group, a multispecialty surgical practice comprised of experienced surgeons who are experts in the surgical fields of acute care, bariatrics, breast, colorectal, general, gynecological oncology, hepato-pancreato-biliary, thoracic, vascular and surgical critical care. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Wallace, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalsurgical.org for more information.

Vascular Surgeon Trained in Minimally Invasive Procedures Joins Capital Health DR. CHRISTINE LOTTO, a board certified and fellowship trained general and vascular surgeon, has joined Capital Health Surgical Group. Dr. Lotto’s areas of focus include (but are not limited to) open and minimally invasive repair of aneurysm disease, complex endovascular treatments of aortic and peripheral arterial disease, lower extremity bypass procedures, carotid artery surgery and stenting, and the management of the full spectrum of venous diseases, including treatment of varicose veins and spider veins. “Our Surgical Group is currently experiencing a period of tremendous growth and Dr. Lotto is a welcome addition to our team,” said Dr. Joshua Eisenberg, chief clinical officer of Capital Health Medical Group. “Her expertise, from traditional open surgery to state-of-the-art minimally invasive endovascular procedures, greatly enhances the services we offer. Attracting highly skilled surgeons like Dr. Lotto to Capital Health is great news for our patients, and for the community as a whole it demonstrates our commitment to offering advanced care that’s close to home.” Dr. Lotto completed her fellowship training in vascular and endovascular surgery at Harvard (Brigham and

Women’s Hospital) in Boston, MA and in advanced aortic endovascular surgery at L’Hôpital Marie Lannelongue in Paris, France. In addition to her clinical experience, Dr. Lotto has published and presented research on vascular surgery and other topics in medical journals and at regional and national conferences. Dr. Lotto joins a vascular surgery team at Capital Health Surgical Group that also includes Dr. Joshua Eisenberg and Dr. Daniel Lee, two board certified, fellowship trained vascular surgeons with experience in full spectrum treatment of the vascular system. “From surgical services and specialty practices to primary care, Capital Health is well known in the region as a leading health care provider,” said Dr. Lotto. “I’m excited to be part of an organization that has strong connections to the community and a passion for innovation in health care.” Dr. Lotto is part of Capital Health Surgical Group, a multispecialty surgical practice comprised of experienced surgeons who are experts in the surgical fields of acute care, bariatrics, breast, colorectal, general, gynecologic oncology, hepato-pancreato-biliary, thoracic, vascular and surgical critical care. To make an appointment with Dr. Lotto, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalsurgical.org for more information.

Simple, Painless Hemorrhoid Treatment Without Surgery Hemorrhoids are a common cause of discomfort, affecting 75 percent of people within their lifetime. They can also be uncomfortable to talk about, and many people seek the temporary relief provided by ointments and creams in the hope their hemorrhoids will simply go away so they can avoid the prospect of painful surgery. Now, Capital Health offers patients another option: hemorrhoid banding with the CRH O’Regan System. “The CRH O’Regan System is a non-surgical treatment option for hemorrhoids that is fast, painless, and proven to be effective, with minimal risk of complications” said DR. MICHAEL KALINA, board certified general surgeon at Capital Health Surgical Group. “With no preparation or sedation required, the procedure can be performed in as little as 60 seconds. Patients can drive themselves to and from the appointment and immediately return to their daily lives.” Banding is the most common non-surgical hemorrhoid removal treatment in use today. A rubber band is placed

50%

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around the base of the symptomatic hemorrhoid to stop blood flow to the tissue, which then dries up and falls off on its own in a week or two (usually during a bowel movement). Where conventional banding equipment uses metal-toothed forceps to grasp the hemorrhoid, the CRH O’Regan System uses gentle suction to reduce the risk of pain and bleeding. Since Capital Health introduced the CRH O’Regan System in 2018, Dr. Kalina has performed the procedure nearly 300 times. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kalina, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalhealth.org/hemorrhoids for more information. Health Headlines by Capital Health | Bordentown Current11

Advanced Treatment for Depression Without Medication Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation at Capital Health – Behavioral Health Specialists For people struggling with major depression, Capital Health – Behavioral Health Specialists offers NeuroStar Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy (TMS), currently the only device approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for treating this condition. Major depression is one of the most common behavioral health challenges in the United States and can prevent those affected by it from enjoying simple pleasures and performing everyday activities. Neurotransmitters, produced by neurons in the brain, enable communication between the brain regions that control mood, but for people with depression, neurotransmitters become depleted or don’t function properly, in effect shorting out the mood circuit. “Medication can be used to increase neurotransmitter production, but it doesn’t work for everyone and can come with a number of side effects, such as headaches, changes in appetite, sedation, and sexual dysfunction,” said DR. CHRISTI WESTON, medical director of Capital Health – Behavioral Health Specialists. “TMS therapy uses targeted electromagnetic stimulation to increase neurotransmitter production, with the added benefit of activating deeper brain regions outside the treated area that also affect mood, all without the potential side effects brought on by antidepressants.” TMS treatment begins with an initial run-through that determines the region of the brain to be targeted and the

pulse strength that is required to effectively deliver treatment via a non-invasive coil that rests against the head. TMS sessions are just 18-30 minutes long, during which patients may feel a sensation like tapping on the scalp. To complete a full round of treatment, patients visit the office five days a week for 4 to 6 weeks. There is no recovery time needed after TMS therapy, so patients can return to normal activity immediately after each treatment. NeuroStar Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy is part of the comprehensive services offered by Capital Health – Behavioral Health Specialists to treat depression. If you think you or a loved one are experiencing depression, consult with your physician to learn what your next steps should be. Dr. Weston and her team work closely with referring providers to develop personalized treatment plans and will coordinate care with referring behavioral health practices where Neurostar is not available. Capital Health is one of only two health care providers in Mercer County offering NeuroStar TMS. Consults, and treatments take place at the Capital Health – Behavioral Health Specialists office, located in Hamilton, NJ. Call 609.689.5725 to schedule an appointment for an evaluation or visit capitalhealth.org/behavioralhealth for more information.

Colorectal Surgeon Specializing In Minimally Invasive Procedures Joins Capital Health DR. ASHLEE GODSHALK RUGGLES, a board certified, fellowship trained colorectal surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive procedures, recently joined Capital Health Surgical Group. Dr. Godshalk Ruggles focuses on the prevention and treatment of colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), and other diseases of the lower digestive tract. She specializes in minimally invasive surgical approaches, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery (using the da Vinci surgical system) as well as advanced endoscopy. “According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosis in men and women in the United States,” said Dr. Cataldo Doria, medical director of Capital Health Cancer Center. “Dr. Godshalk Ruggles fills an important need at Capital Health, and for cancer patients in our region and the surrounding area who require the specialized care she provides, they can now get it without having to travel to a large urban center.” Dr. Godshalk Ruggles completed her internship and general surgery residency at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center 12Bordentown Current | Health Headlines by Capital Health

in Lebanon, NH. This was followed by two fellowships at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, TX— the first in minimally-invasive colon and rectal surgery where she focused entirely on a laparoscopic and robotic approach. She completed her second fellowship in colon and rectal surgery the following year, this time expanding to include advanced endoscopy and all approaches to surgery. From diagnosis through treatment, Dr. Godshalk Ruggles works closely with referring physicians such as gastroenterologists and primary care providers as well as the integrated team of medical, surgical, radiation, and related cancer specialists at Capital Health Cancer Center to develop and deliver a personalized plan of care. “Capital Health’s reputation as a regional leader in health care is impressive, particularly in the area of cancer care,” said Dr. Godshalk Ruggles. “I’m excited to contribute to the growth of the Cancer Center and the organization as a whole, but I especially look forward to making a positive difference with our patients who are living with conditions that prevent them from experiencing their fullest lives.” To make an appointment, call 609.537.6000 or visit www.capitalsurgical.org for more information.

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‘Alien invaders’ endanger Christmas trees, other plant life By Julia Marnin Beware of alien invaders this Christmas, and be prepared to kill them on sight. That’s the warning the state Department of Agriculture has issued regarding the latest non-native insect to come to our region. If part of your holiday tradition involves venturing to a local farm and picking the perfect-sized tree on which to display your ornaments, watch out for unusual gray blobs on the bark of your ideal pine or fir. These gray clusters could contain around 30-50 eggs of an invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly, a winged insect native to China, that the state of New Jersey is encouraging residents to destroy immediately if discovered. Mercer County is currently under quarantine along with seven other New Jersey counties because of this colorful planthopper pest that has infiltrated the state. The spotted lanternfly, Lycorma delicatula, has spread throughout Southeast Asia and Korea and more recently the east coast of the United States—mainly Pennsylvania and New Jersey. “While it is not harmful to humans or pets, (the lanternfly) does feed on 70 different types of vegetation and prefers the Tree of Heaven, which is an invasive plant that is present in much of New Jersey,” said Jeff Wolfe, an official from the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. He calls the spotted lanternfly, which is gray and red with wings bespeckled with black dots, “an excellent hitchhiker

Checklist for Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Areas Before you move outdoor items from the quarantine area, check for spotted lanterﬂy egg masses, adults and nymphs. Make sure all items are pest free before you move them. Help keep this pest from spreading.

CHECK BEFORE YOU MOVE Recreational or camping Items: Backpacks, basketball backboards, bicycles, boats, boat trailers, campers, ice chests, motorcycles, motor homes, recreational vehicles, snowmobiles, tarps, tents. Outdoor household items: Barrels, cardboard or wooden boxes, outdoor poles, plant containers, ﬁrewood, propane or oil tanks, trash cans, refrigerators, freezers, storage sheds, shutters, storm/screen doors and windows, window awnings, outdoor furniture. Building materials: Bricks, cinder blocks, cement mixing tubs, lumber, rooﬁng materials, tools and toolboxes, workbenches, skidsters, forklifts, pipes. Yard and garden Items: Dog houses, rabbit sheds, chicken coops, etc, barbecue grills, carts, cold frames, fencing, garden tillers, yard decorations, garden tools, backhoes, lawnmowers, signs and posts, storage sheds, tractors and trailers, trees, shrubs and plants. Children’s playthings: Play houses, kiddie pools, bicycles, scooters, sandboxes.

on any kind of vehicle or transportation.” That’s exactly how it entered the United States from overseas. Apples, almonds, grapes, hops and a wide array of trees, such as oak and maple, are among the types of vegetation that may be in jeopardy from the spotted lanternfly, which gather in masses on its host of choice. It is as much as a threat to Christmas

trees as it is to any other of the 70 crops on its hitlist, Wolfe said. However, he said the spotted lanternfly has not yet been found on a tree grown in New Jersey. The first confirmation of a spotted lanternfly sighting in Mercer County was in July of 2018, according to a press release from the NJDA. Last year, there were media reports that a woman in Warren County, which

is also currently under quarantine, found spotted lanternflies throughout her home after they hatched from two egg masses on the bark of her Christmas tree. It has not been reported as to where she had gotten the tree from. The egg masses are typically laid on smooth surfaces. The spotted lanternflies have been found mostly along the counties bordering the Delaware River, though some small populations have been confirmed in other counties, Wolfe said. Warren, Hunterdon, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Salem and Somerset counties are the other areas that are currently under quarantine. The spotted lanternfly was originally seen in Berks County, Pennsylvania in 2014, according to the NJ Department of Agriculture. A map, which was last updated on Sept. 30, released by the New York State Integrated Pest Management Program shows that the bug has also been reported in New York, Delaware, Maryland, Virgina, Connecticut and Massachusetts. These destructive insects attack trees by sucking out its sap through their sharp mouths, piercing through the bark. Sap seeps out of the areas they feed on, which attracts harmful insects such as ants, bees, hornets and wasps. They leave behind a honeydew excrement that eventually becomes moldy and kills the crops they attack. Although Wolfe said there has not yet

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been any reported crop damage in New Jersey, he believes “it is important that we remain vigilant in attempting to eliminate this pest,” to prevent that from occurring. State officials are urging residents in the quarantined areas to check their vehicles for any signs of the species before traveling abroad to prevent the spread of this insect. “The secretary of agriculture may temporarily designate any non-quarantined area in New Jersey as a quarantined area, if the secretary has reason to believe that the Spotted Lanternfly is present based on positive confirmation of any life stage of this insect by the Department, or by agents of the USDA APHIS,” states the New Jersey Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Rule in the N.J. Register. A checklist is available online listing for items that should be examined thoroughly for spotted lanternfly eggs. The checklist states, “Before you move outdoor items from the quarantine area, check for spotted lanternfly egg masses, adults and nymphs. Make sure all items are pest free before you move them. Help keep this pest from spreading.” After a spotted lanternfly hatches, it is first characterized as a black nymph with white spots before it transitions to being red with white spots before adulthood. The NJDA in their reporting guidelines classifies adult spotted lanternflies as one inch long and a half inch wide. “The hind wings have contrasting patches of red and black with a white band. The legs and head are black; the abdomen is yellow with broad black bands. Immature stages are black with white spots, and develop red patches as they grow.” The checklist suggests examining recreational/camping items such as bicycles and campers, outdoor household items such as firewood and trash cans, building materials such as bricks and cinder blocks, yard and garden items such as barbecue grills and lawnmowers, and children’s playthings such as bicycles and scooters. When asked how the quarantined areas are being enforced, Wolfe did not

directly answer. “We ask that during the winter months that people and businesses checked for spotted lanternfly egg masses, as they will hatch between 30-50 new spotted lanternflies in the spring,” he said. “The spotted lanternfly can lay its egg masses on almost any kind of surface. The adult spotted lanternflies cannot survive the winter weather, but the egg masses do.” The state is asking all residents who spot an egg mass to destroy them by scraping them off and placing them in a double bag and throwing them away. They also can be destroyed by placing them in bleach, alcohol or hand sanitizer, according to the NJDA. Wolfe said that is is important for New Jersey businesses and individuals that transport items across state lines to Pennsylvania and New York to have permits in case the location they are delivering to asks about the spotted lanternfly. “The permit shows that the business or individual understands the necessary precautions in preventing the spread of the spotted lanternfly,” he said. Businesses and individuals “are also encouraged to allow state and federal survey and treatment personnel to conduct their activities on their properties.” Information for permit exams and permit trainings for businesses are available online, as well as a list of New Jersey businesses that have been trained on standards listed in the quarantine order. Wolfe said residents are also encouraged to allow state and federal survey and treatment personnel to conduct their activities on their properties. The USDA can enter areas within the quarantined counties or with any Notice of Infestation-Treatment Order to investigate signs of life for the spotted lanternflies and eradicate them if needed. But residents are the first line of defense against the pest. Wolfe said anyone who sees a spotted lanternfly should first kill it if possible, and then report the exact location by emailing SLF-plantindustry@ag.nj.gov or calling (833) 223-2840.

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Performances, tours and more light up holiday season By Dan Aubrey Traditions abound this season and beloved musical works and plays will brighten the spirits in this time when the sun is limited and the world seems dark. In fact two of the very popular seasonal presentations were born in a personal darkness but became bright holiday gifts. The Old City Hall Restoration Holiday Train Show Project in Bordentown kicks things off. Now in its ninth year, it’s on view Fridays through Saturdays, through Jan. 5 (except Dec. 22). Free and open from 4 to 8 p.m., the show features model trains collected by community leaders and members of the New Jersey Free-MO Modular Trains, Southeastern Pennsylvania, and South Jersey Garden Railroad Society. The old building in an old town will help transport visitors back to the days when holiday

visits by train stirred the imagination— and with Bordentown being a stop for the nation’s first commercial railroads— it all fits. Old City Hall, 13 Crosswicks Street, Bordentown. (609) 203-0541.

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Boheme Opera of New Jersey highlights its connection to Trenton— where it was founded over 31 years ago—with a presentation of “Amahl and the Night Visitors” at Immaculate Conception Church in Trenton’s Chambersburg section on Saturday, Dec. 7, 6 p.m. Gian Carlo Menotti’s 1951 Christmas opera of a disabled boy’s encounter with the Three Magi is noted for being the first opera created especially for national television broadcast. Trenton native and company co-founder Joseph Pucciatti conducts the Boheme Opera NJ Chamber Orchestra and Chorus. Also on the program is Antonio Vivaldi’s sacred cho-

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ral work “Gloria.” Immaculate Conception Church of Our Lady, 540 Chestnut Ave., Trenton, $25. Bohemeopera.com. The Newark Boys Chorus brings its “‘Tis the Season Holiday Concert” to Princeton’s Nassau Presbyterian Church, on Saturday, Dec. 7, 4 p.m. The internationally respected urban boy choir’s program includes American composer Stephen Mager’s “Tapestry of the Holy Birth” along with holiday favorites. Admission is a free will offering. Nassau Presbyterian Church, 61 Nassau St., Princeton, nbcs.us. Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra’s annual holiday concert at Princeton Alliance Church takes place on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. Founder Chiu-Tze Lin leads the orchestra comprised of professional, amateur, and student musicians through a program featuring selections from Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake,” Rimsky Korsakov’s “Christmas Eve Suite,” and a Christmas and Hanukkah music sing-a-long. A highlight is 18-year-old violinist Mia Huang’s presentation of the introduction to Saint-Sans’s “Rondo Capriccioso.” $15 to $30. Princeton Alliance Church, 20 Schalks Crossing Road, Plainsboro. bravuraphil.org. The Capital Singers of Trenton presents “Winter Songs XIII,” at Sacred Heart Church in Trenton on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m. Conductor Vinroy D. Brown Jr. leads the semi-professional chorus and its accompanying orchestra through a program that includes classic songs, holiday carols, and music by Handel, Vivaldi, and others. $15 to $22. Sacred Heart Church, 343 South Broad St., Trenton. (609) 620-0160 or capitalsingers.org. The Westminster Community Orchestra under the direction of Ruth Ochs presents its annual “Holiday Singalong” on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. The program includes a variety of songs, carols, and styles and features a “fun” sing through of Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus.” As always, the admission is a free-will donation of non-perishable food that will be sent to area food pantries. The event occurs at the Robert L. Annis Playhouse, Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton. Westminster Choir College’s nationally known Concert Bell Choir will present “Love Came Down at Christmas,” Sunday, Dec. 15, 4 p.m. This year the group under the direction of conductor Kathleen Ebling Shaw and using “the world’s largest range of handbells and Choirchime Instruments,” will share “the true meaning of the Christmas season through original works, transcriptions of light classics, and beloved Carols.” $20 to $25. Performed at Bristol Chapel, Westminster Choir College, 101 Walnut Lane, Princeton. (609) 921-2663 or rider.edu/events The Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s Traditional “Holiday POPS!” strikes up the holiday spirit when it returns to Richardson Auditorium with two performances on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 3 and 6 p.m. Maestro Rossen Milanov celebrates his 10th anniversary with the PSO by taking the musicians and audience through a program featuring seasonal favorites and a community sing along. Also adding

to the festivities are the Princeton High School Choir and the New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble. $10 to $60. Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. (609) 497-0020 or princetonsymphony.org. The New Jersey Symphony Chamber Orchestra presents its annual Princeton presentation of Handel’s “Messiah,” on Friday, Dec. 20, at 8 p.m. Roderick Cox, recipient of the prestigious 2018 George Solit Conducting Award, leads soprano Sarah Shafer, mezzo-soprano J’nail Bridges, tenor Frederick Ballentine, bass-baritone Douglas Williams, and the Montclair State University Singers through seasonal classic. Come early for the 7 p.m. singalong of holiday favorites and the Montclair University Singers rehearsal of the “Hallelujah Chorus.” $20 to $80. Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University. (609) 258-2787 or njsymphony.org. The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey closes the year with its annual New Year’s Eve Celebration Concert at the Trenton War Memorial, Dec. 31, 8 p.m. Hosted by WWFM radio manager David Osenberg, the concert conducted by CPNJ music director Daniel Spalding mixes the tradition of welcoming the New Year with music from Vienna with music made popular by Hollywood, including “A James Bond Medley,” Gershwin’s “An American in Paris,” Richard Strauss’s opening of “Also Sprach Zarathustra,” made popular by “2001: A Space Odyssey,” and “Sing Sing Sing,” arranged by the late Trenton composer and arranger Bill Holcomb. Noted young organist Brett Miller provides a preconcert show on the theater’s grand 1928 Moeller Theater Pipe Organ at 7:10. $45 to $75. Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Dr., Trenton. capitalphilharmonic.org.

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McCarter Theater’s traditional “A Christmas Carol” gets center stage treatment in Princeton from Dec. 10 through 29. Based on Charles Dickens’s 1843 ghostly Christmas tale, McCarter’s production takes the author’s introduction statement to heart: “I have endeavored in this ghostly little book, to raise the ghost of an Idea, which shall not put my readers out of humor with themselves, with each other, with the season, or with me. May it haunt their houses pleasantly, and no one wish to lay it.” $25 to $80. McCarter Theater, 91 University Place, Princeton. (609) 258-2787 or mccarter.org. Passage Theatre Company, Trenton’s only nonprofit professional theater, presents “Santaland Diaries” at the Mill Hill Playhouse on Saturday, Dec. 14, 5 to 9 p.m. A holiday fundraiser to support Passage’s mission of producing new works, the event features playwright, actor, director, and former Passage Theater associate director David Lee Write in a presentation using David Sedaris’s accounts of working at a Macy’s Santaland. Passage’s artistic director C. Ryanne Domingues is the director. The event includes a reception, performance, and dessert. $50. The Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front St., Trenton. 609-392-0766 or visit passagetheatre.org. Kelsey Theater’s popular “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,’” now in its 20th year, returns for its annual weekend pro-

Sunday, Dec. 14 and 15, at 1 and 4 p.m. $14 to $16. Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. (609) 570-3333 or kelseyatmccc.org.

Tours and more

Tanner Hutchinson (top) and Ashlynn Yang are featured in this year’s Central New Jersey Balley Theater production of “The Nutcracker,” set for Dec. 15. duction, Dec. 6 to 8. Based on the beloved holiday poem by American writer Clement Moore and adapted for the stage by Virginia-based theater director Bruce Craig Miller, it is recognized as the story that brought Santa Claus into America’s collective imagination. Performances are set for Friday at 7, and Saturday and Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m. $11 to 13. Kelsey Theater, Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. (609) 570-3333 or kelseyatmccc.org. Actors’ NET in Morrisville’s “The Christmas Carol Conspiracy: Scrooge’s Revenge,” is another spirited spoof, running Dec. 6 through 22. Written by Actors’ NET producer Joe Doyle, the story starts when Scrooge realizes that his reforming was the end result of a scheme cooked up by his nephew and the Cratchits. $10 to $22. Actors’ NET, 635 North Delmorr Ave., Morrisville, Pennsylvania. (215) 2953694. actorsnetbucks.org.

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The Central New Jersey Ballet Theater will present its annual production of “The Nutcracker” Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. at the Carslake Community Center. The performance is free. Donations go to the Elks Camp Moore Special Children’s Fund. Roxey Ballet in Lambertville is also in the midst of presenting its annual “The Nutcracker,” at the College of New Jersey, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8, at 2 p.m. It’s the 26th year of the company’s own adaptation that mixes Tchaikovsky’s score, a magic nutcracker, 150 performers, hundreds of costumes, and Santa Claus himself. $25 to $56. Kendall Theater at the College of New Jersey, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing. (609) 397-7616 or roxeyballet.org Kelsey Theater provides its annual Dance Connection production of the abridged and narrated “The Nutcracker.” Designed with young audiences in mind and presented by young dancers ages 5 to 18, the presentation is all about building both audiences and performers to maintain the holiday performance tradition. Friday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. and Saturday and

Christmas at the Kuser Farm Mansion in Hamilton returns on Friday, Dec. 6, with the opening of the annual Winter Wonderland festival. From 5 to 8 p.m., the Hamilton Township park comes alive with lights, and music by veteran area guitarist Dick Gratton and vocalist Linda Lee. Also getting started are the holiday tours of the opulently decorated historic Victorian era mansion and the mesmerizing New Jersey Valley Model Railroad display in the basement. Things literally gets switched on with the Dec. 6 tree lighting at 6 p.m. The festival continues on Saturday, Dec. 7, also from 5 to 8 p.m. Then the 45-minute mansion tours continue Sunday, Dec. 8, 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 11, 12, and 13, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 14, 4 to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The model train display will be open on Dec. 8, 4 to 8 p.m., Dec. 11, 6 to 9 p.m., Dec. 14, 4 to 8 p.m., and Dec. 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Then look for the visits and photo ops with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 8, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 11, 6 to 9 p.m. Free. 390 Newkirk Ave., Hamilton. (609) 8903630 or hamiltonnj.com. Trenton’s Mill Hill District’s 53rd annual tour opens its doors on Saturday, Dec. 7, noon to 5 p.m. Between 15 to 20 residences in this 19th-century neighborhood participate by opening up their opulently decorated homes—with several stops taking visitors to another era. The event is organized by the Old Mill Hill Society as a way of generating funds for neighborhood historic preservation. $25. Start at Artworks, 19 Everett Alley and South Stockton Street, Trenton. (609) 815-1359 or trentonmillhill.org. The Johnson Ferry House’s annual— one of a kind—Lantern Tour at New Jersey’s Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville happens on Friday, December 20, with two tours available at 7 and 7:30 p.m. The two-hour sessions led by guides in period clothes include stops at three historic sites at the area where Washington’s beleaguered army crossed the Delaware River on its way to changing world history in the Battles of Trenton and Princeton. Wassail and hearth-baked refreshments are included during the final stop, the historic Dutch Farm-styled Johnson House. $5 to $10, reservations required, rain or shine. 355 Washington Crossing Pennington Road, Titusville. (609) 737-2515 or state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/ washcros.html.

Getting ready

Revolutionary War history comes alive in the area as the region remembers the decisive Battles of Trenton and Princeton. And for those wishing to join the fray, here’s a handy guide to get you enlisted. The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton’s British Occupation Day, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., once again sets the stage for the Battle of Trenton with the arrival of the 17th Regiment of Infantry—a Colonial era British troop. The event

invites 21st century Americans to step back into the daily life of a Colonial-era British soldier. Activities include daily troop drills, musket demonstrations, outdoor camp cooking, and winter uniform preparation and repairs. The regiment was established in 2002 to bring the experiences of the common British soldiers alive—and in fighting condition. $8 to $10. 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. (609) 396-1776 or barracks.org. As always, the reenactment of George Washington’s Christmas Day crossing of the Delaware River to take Trenton— at the very location the major historical event occurred—is one of the area’s big holiday attractions. First is the dress rehearsal crossing on Sunday, Dec. 8. A festive fundraiser, the occasion includes opportunities to visit historic buildings and meet re-enactors. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the crossing at 1 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $4 for children 5 to 11, and free for children under five. Then there is the big—and free—

Christmas Day crossing, now celebrating its 67th year. While the main event is at 1 p.m., come early to march with the troops, tour buildings, and join fellow countrymen and visitors waiting for the cannon shot that signals the launching of the boats. An early arrival also helps secure a parking place or a good viewing spot. Washington Crossing Historic Park, Routes 32 and 532, Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania. (215) 493-4076 or ushistory.org/washingtoncrossing/index.htm. Patriots Week returns to downtown Trenton on Thursday, Dec. 26, with the biggest Revolutionary War re-enactment event anywhere. Continuing through Dec. 31, the multi-day event includes tours of historic spots, camp reenactments, and the two-part Battle of Trenton, puppet theater performances, a Colonialera ball, and more. While many events take place at or near the Old Barracks, one of the area’s historical treasures, the two recreated battles take place on the actual sites of the original battles. Most events are free. patriotsweek.com.

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The future is bright for BRHS soccer programs By Rich Fisher For those wondering about the future of soccer at Bordentown Regional High School, there is good news. It looks to be on very solid ground. This past fall, both the boys and girls teams at Bordentown Middle School enjoyed stellar seasons. The boys checked in at 9-3-3 after starting the year 0-2, while the girls rolled to a 12-2-1 campaign. “We had a very solid eighth-grade core that made up the majority of the team, so obviously experience and leadership helped,” said Bill Lloyd, who took over the girls after two seasons as boys’ coach. “There’s some leaders you’re gonna be hearing about at the high school level coming up. Dom (Castaldo, varsity coach) knows they’re coming.” Boys coach Chris Glenn, who returned to the position after a twoyear absence, feels Scotties coach Jason Zablow also has some talent coming. “Our eighth grade kids are a pretty small group,” Glenn said. “Eventually they’ll grow in size. Jay might have to wait a little longer than he’s had to for some of the freshmen to get that playing time. The last couple years, he’s gotten one or two kids that stepped right in. I

Bordentown Middle School eighth graders Ethan Beauchemin, Tyler Edmiston, Connor Fresco, Anthony Grilletto, Matthew Hutman, Addison Kennedy, Brady Moran, Austin Thiel and Aidan Wall led the boys’ soccer squad this fall. told him that might happen next year. In the nine months between now and then you never know about a kid’s growth potential. Either way, this eighth grade group is going to help at some point.” The girls’ team was paced offensively by 8th-grade midfielder Julie Wojcik, who led the team with over 10 goals. “She controlled the midfield for us and was our most dominant player,” Lloyd said.

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“She is a competitor. I’ve coached a lot of girls, she’s just got that edge to her. A lot of girls want to play soccer, and then there’s girls that want to play soccer and win, or girls that want to win at whatever they’re doing. She’s that kind of girl, she’s got that mentality. It’s not good enough just to be out there, it’s like ‘I want to win, I want my team to win.’ The other girls see that and it rubs off.” Another productive goal scorer was 8th-

grader Natalie Tuccillo, while defensively 8th-grader Alycen Saitta and 7th-grader Anna Stalnaker “really cemented us back there.” Another key figure in the back was 8th-grade goalie Brynn Fitzpatrick, who “was really legit. She brings a lot of leadership and experience. She’s really athletic back there and has great hands.” Rounding out the squad were 8thgraders Sarah Santoro, Isabella Basile, Hannah Neville, Isabella Martucci, Saumya Khurana, Haley Parevesse and Julia Byard, 7th-graders Ella Garofalo, Kendall Lampman and Kylie Harrison, and 6th-graders Allie Glenn, Alexis Thiel, Olivia Husseini, Jacklyn Katz, Haley Crowell, Kara Parker and Emma Zhao. As varsity girls basketball coach for the high school, Lloyd understands what his athletes will need to deal with at the next level, and is able to provide tips on what’s to come. “You can start to see the process they have to go through as athletes,” he said. “I talk to them a lot about my experiences with the high school basketball team and I’ll tell them ‘Girls, this is what it’s gonna be like in the next few years. You may be having success but you’ll also have times where things aren’t always going your way. You have to have that mentality to

battle through it.’ There’s a lot of teaching moments and these girls wanted to learn.” Glenn also knows about both levels of coaching, as he is the Scotties varsity baseball coach. He took the last two autumns off to watch his son’s travel soccer teams play, and from those games he was familiar with a few of the boys he would be guiding this year. “But the other kids I really didn’t know,” Glenn said. “I didn’t know what to expect other than we had some pretty good returning players. In middle school you kind of don’t know year to year what each team is gonna have. But as the season went on they got used to playing with each other. One of the tough things about middle school is you’re only together for about six weeks. A lot of the kids are playing for different travel teams, different age groups. Just the way they were able to come together and gel and play together as a team really made a difference.” How much of a difference? In its opener, Bordentown lost to Palmyra, 6-2. In the season finale, it defeated the same team, 2-1. “I just thought that was nice,” Glenn said. “Looking back at the season it was a nice turnaround from how far we had come from when we stepped on the field that first day of the season.” Bordentown’s leading offensive player was 8th-grade forward Austin Thiel, a defender in travel ball who led the team with seven goals. “He fit in nicely with our offense,” Glenn said. “I saw him play on my son’s team a couple years ago. I knew around the net he could shoot. He’s got a good

The Bordentown Regional Middle School girls’ soccer team finished the season with a 12-2-1 record. Pictured are coach William Lloyd, 8th-graders Natalie Tuccillo, Alycen Saitta, Br ynn Fitzpatrick, Julie Wojcik,

Sarah Santoro, Isabella Basile, Hannah Neville, Isabella Martucci, Saumya Khurana, Haley Parevesse and Julia Byard; 7th-graders Anna Stalnaker, Ella Garofalo, Kendall Lampman and Kylie Harrison; and 6th-graders Allie Glenn, Alexis Thiel, Olivia Husseini, Jacklyn Katz, Haley Crowell, Kara Parker and Emma Zhao.

idea of what he’s doing inside of the 18, he’s got an overall good sense of the game. So I could see where if we would get a lead I could also pull him back to a defensive mid spot to play him there as well. He’s just got a lot of knowledge and sense about the game.” Leading the midfield were 8th-graders Anthony Grilletto and Addison Kennedy. “They kind of just controlled the middle of the field,” Glenn said. “Addison is just super quick and super athletic. Anthony only scored one goal for us this season but he’s a kid I know is gonna play tough

defensively and he can distribute the ball well and help us control the midfield.” After muddling through the season’s first two games, 8th-grade goalie Ethan Beauchemin came on strong and helped Bordentown go 9-1-3 over its final 13 contests. The remaining players were 8th-graders Tyler Edmiston, Connor Fresco, Matthew Hutman, Brady Moran and Aidan Wall, 7thgraders Joseph Bookholdt, Nicholas Carlini, Luke Guire, Riley Hagen, Joey Klama and Ian Paulick, and 6th-graders Landon Hoenisch, Tyler Javick, Tyler Kunkel, Christian Matamoros and Jayce Palumbo.

“All of our sixth-graders made an impact,” Glenn said. “They combined for 12 goals, which was about one-third of our total.” It was a group that Glenn watched form a cohesive unit from early September to mid-October. “It’s tough at first,” he said. “You’re trying to get a feel of the game flow and where kids fit with each other. Sometimes that takes a couple games to kind of get a fit. Once we got that going and kids knew what their role was gonna be and who was gonna be getting our substitute minutes, they really wound up gelling together.”

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Scotties cross country team reaches new heights By Rich Fisher It’s hard to say who made the bigger leap this year. The Bordentown Regional High boys cross country team, or its senior runner, Renzo Almeida? Then again, maybe the progress of one helped spark the improvement of the other. In just his second year of running cross country, Almeida emerged as the Scotties top runner and helped pace them to heights never reached before. As a team, Bordentown went 15-1 in dual meets and its lone loss was by one point when No. 2 runner Tyler Gentry was sick and ran a sub-par race. For the first time since moving up from the small-school Freedom Division, Bordentown won the Patriot Division title at the Burlington County Division Meet in New Egypt. The Scotties top finisher in that Oct. 23 event was Almeida with a personal best time of 16 minutes, 54 seconds, which placed him second in the division and 10th among overall finishers. A year ago, he was 13th in the division with a time of 18:42. On Nov. 9 at Thompson Park in Jamesburg, the historic season continued when Almeida ran a 17:06 to finish 14th in the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group II Championships, making him the first Scottie to ever qualify for the Group II states meet

(the top 15 advance). Bordentown ran in Group I until four years ago. Last year, he was 57th in Group II with a time of 19:32. What in the world happened to this guy? “He had a good summer,” coach Brian Wheeler said. “He works hard. He has a sister that is a freshman now, he was able to work with her in the summertime. He definitely showed he put in a lot of hard work over time. He’s a coach’s dream. He was somebody that came in the first day in practice in shape. Some kids nowadays come in without running in the summer, without being active at all. Their first day of practice they think is the first day of cross country season. It’s not, it starts back in June. That’s something he did. “You had a sense, talking to the other runners, that they saw it too. Our first day we had a time trial and he did well in that. It was a mile-and-a-half and I believe he did an 8:17.” For Almeida, it was a case of making up for lost time. He did not discover track until the winter of his sophomore year and, at the time, he decided to be a sprinter. “My good friends were doing it so I decided to do it as well,” he said. “I figured if they could do it, I could do it. I did sprints, and I was not good at all. I started doing long distances in spring track and started to get better. I like the long distances.” Thus, last year he decided to try cross

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Renzo Almeida helped the Bordentown cross countr y team to its best-ever season. country, which was a complete learning experience. Renzo hung in, however, and eventually decided that he would give it all he had once spring track ended. “I was training really hard over the summer, I really enjoyed it,” he said. “It was the hardest summer ever for me because I had to put in all the hard work and training every single day. I just ran a lot. Tempo runs, long runs, medium runs. Sometimes on the track, sometimes on the treadmill.” He estimated running 60 to 80 miles per week, which did not surprise Wheeler in the least. “I had him in class a couple years ago and the same thing happened in class that happened on the course – he just showed he’s a hard worker,” the coach said. “He works hard in practice, he does everything. He doesn’t fool around. Every test he does, every dynamic he

does he takes it seriously.” Proof of that hard work came early on Oct. 18 in the Burlington County Open at Willingboro’s Mill Creek Park. Almedia finished 13th in 17:24 in a race loaded with talent. He improved from a 57thplace finish and a time of 19:32 as a junior. From there he had further success in the division and sectional races by following Wheeler’s game plan. “It was very good strategy,” he said. “I stayed with my teammates for the first mile or so, and then later on I went all out.” His season ended at the Group II meet, where he ran a 17:46 at Holmdel Park on one of the state’s most challenging courses. While Almeida was happy to be running in states, he would have liked to had some company. “He’s a very good team player,” Wheeler said. “We actually felt that the team was gonna make it to states. Unfortunately we fell short (by two places) and he took it pretty hard. I was trying to make him feel better that he made it to states but he was still upset that the team didn’t get there. I love that; that he worries more about the team than about himself.” There were precious few things to worry about with the Scotties this year as a solid nucleus of underclassmen returned and got a boost from Almeida’s surge to excellence. At the Patriot Division meet, Gentry, a junior, finished third (17:15, followed by senior Greg Poole (6th, 17:41), junior Rishi Machanpali (7th, 17:48), junior Nicholas Eiffert (10th, 18:10), senior Arshvir Singh (11th, 18:20) and freshman Evan Cooper (17th, 18:52). “I knew I was gonna have a good team, but I didn’t know how good,” Wheeler said. “It’s not just (the top seven) though. We had 10 guys that could break 20 minutes. And Renzo getting so much better definitely helped us.” Almeida felt his comrades improved right along with him. “My team just got way better,” he said. “It was just a lot of fun.”

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calendar of events Sunday, December 1

Breakfast Buffet, Jacksonville Community Center, 1791 Jacksonville-Jobstown Road, Bordentown. Includes visit from Santa 9-10:30 a.m. $5-$10, ages 5 and younger free. 7:30 a.m. Sports Card and Collectibles Show, Town Inn, 1083 Route 206 North, Bordentown, 732690-2476. rksportspromotions.com. $2. Children under 6 free. 9 a.m.

Tuesday, December 3

Moving Up the Ladder, Dale Carnegie Training of Central & Southern New Jersey, 1 AAA Drive, Suite 102, Hamilton, 609-631-0500. centralnj.dalecarnegie.com. Career workshop. Free. Register. 8:30 a.m. Non-Surgical Treatment for Knee and Shoulder Pain, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609584-5900. Register. 6 p.m. Economic Development Meeting, Carslake Community Center, 207 Crosswicks Street, Bordentown. The Economic Development Meeting occurs the first Tuesday of the month. The public is invited to attend. 8 a.m.

Wednesday, December 4

Cancer: Thriving and Surviving Program, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Sixweek interactive program. Free. Register. 1 p.m. Holiday Tour, Inn at Fernbrook Farms, 144 Bordentown Georgetown Road, Chesterfield, 609-298-3868. Tour of the mansion decorated for the holidays. Self-guided tour begins 4 p.m., guided tour 5 p.m. $15. 4 p.m.

Thursday, December 5

Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One featuring Karl Megules, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609-424-3766. eventbrite.com. Holiday concert. Free. 7 p.m. Destigmatizing Depression and Anxiety, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Free. Register. 6 p.m. Holiday Tour, Inn at Fernbrook Farms, 144 Bordentown Georgetown Road, Chesterfield, 609-298-3868. Tour of the mansion decorated for the holidays. Self-guided tour begins 4 p.m., guided tour 5 p.m. $15. 4 p.m. Bordentown Township Tree Lighting, Bordentown Municipal Complex, 1 Municipal Drive, Bordentown. 6 p.m.

Friday, December 6

State House Artwork Tour, New Jersey Statehouse, 145 West State Street, Trenton, 609847-3150. njstatehousetours.org. Tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Public Buildings Arts Inclusion Act. See artwork incorporated into the capitol complex including stained glass, tilework, paintings, and sculptures. Reservations required. 1:30 p.m. Soul Collage, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. $20. Register. 1 p.m. First Friday Story Time, Tulpehaking Nature Center, 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton, 609-888-3218. abbottmarshlands.org. Story and craft or activity. Free. 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, December 7

The Garden Statesman, Nottingham Ballroom, Nottingham Fire Company, 200 Mercer Street, Hamilton Square. gardenstatesmen. org. “A Very Merry Garden Statesman Holiday Dessert Show,” with the Somerville High School Chamber Choir. $15-$20. 2 p.m. Marshall Crenshaw, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609424-3766. mancavenj.com. $25. 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. John Ford Band, The Record Collector, 358 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609-3240880. the-record-collector.com. $25. 7:30

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Sunday, December 8

Love Came Down at Christmas, Grounds for Sculpture, 80 Sculptor’s Way, Hamilton, 609586-0616. rider.edu. Westminster Concert Bell Choir concert featuring original work and holiday songs. 7 p.m. St.Nikolausfeier, Donauschwaben Verein Trenton, 127 Route 156, Yardville, 609-577-6714. trentondonauschwaben.com. Traditional Carols and a visit from Santa Claus. $15. Register. 1 p.m.

Tuesday, December 10

Oh, My Aching Joints!, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Signs, symptoms and treatment for osteoarthritis. Free. Register. 6 p.m. Tools to Manage Holiday Stress, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. Free. Register. Noon.

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Holiday Tour, Inn at Fernbrook Farms, 144 Bordentown Georgetown Road, Chesterfield, 609-298-3868. Tour of the mansion decorated for the holidays. Self-guided tour begins 4 p.m., guided tour 5 p.m. $15. 4 p.m. Bordentown City Environmental Commission Meeting, Carslake Community Center, 207 Crosswicks Street, Bordentown. bcec.us. Open to the public. 7 p.m.

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Friday, December 13

The Tallis Scholars, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. A capella performances of works by Poulenc, Allegri, Tallis, Messiaen, and more. 8 p.m. Catherine Russell and John Pizzarelli, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609258-2787. mccarter.org. Tribute to Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra. 8 p.m. Dick Gratton and Kim Rogers, Cook Athletic Association, 411 Hobart Avenue, Hamilton, 609-941-8114. 6 p.m.

Saturday, December 14

Catherine Russell and John Pizzarelli, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609258-2787. mccarter.org. Tribute to Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra. 8 p.m. Tributes to The Minutemen and Husker Du, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609-424-3766. mancavenj.com. 7:30 p.m. Food & Fun for the Whole Family, Holiday Edition, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609584-5900. Cooking and breakfast with Santa. $20. Register. 9 a.m.

Sunday, December 15

“Slim” Jim Phantom and Jennie Vee, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609-424-3766. mancavenj. com. 7 p.m. Sports Card and Collectibles Show, Town Inn, 1083 Route 206 North, Bordentown, 732690-2476. rksportspromotions.com. $2. Children under 6 free. 9 a.m.

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Wednesday, December 18

Winter Solstice Drum Celebration, RWJ Center for Health and Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, 609-584-5900. $15. Register. 7 p.m. Holiday Tour, Inn at Fernbrook Farms, 144 Bordentown Georgetown Road, Chesterfield, 609-298-3868. Tour of the mansion decorated for the holidays. Self-guided tour begins 4 p.m., guided tour 5 p.m. $15. 4 p.m.

Thursday, December 19

Holiday Tour, Inn at Fernbrook Farms, 144 Bordentown Georgetown Road, Chesterfield, 609-298-3868. fernbrookfarms.com. Tour of the mansion decorated for the holidays. Self-guided tour begins 4 p.m., guided tour 5 p.m. $15. 4 p.m.

Friday, December 20

State House Artwork Tour, New Jersey Statehouse, 145 West State Street, Trenton, 609847-3150. njstatehousetours.org. Tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Public Buildings Arts Inclusion Act. See artwork incorporated into the capitol complex including stained glass, tilework, paintings, and sculptures. Reservations required. 1:30 p.m. Dibbs Preston & The Detonators, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609-424-3766. mancavenj.com. Rockabilly holiday. 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 22

Ed Hamell, Randy Now’s Man Cave, 134 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, 609-424-3766. mancavenj.com. 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, December 26

Preserving the Pinelands: Albert Horner’s Protraints of a National Treasure, New Jersey State Museum, 205 W. State Street, Trenton, 609-292-6464. state.nj.us/state/mu-

seum. Free. 9 a.m. The Practitioners of Musick, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton. practitionersofmusick.org. 18th century music. Free. 2 p.m. Old Barracks Tours, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. barracks.org. $8$10. 10 a.m. King George and the March of Folly, Trenton Masonic Temple, 100 Barrack Street, Trenton. trentonmasonictemple.com. Presentation by Ralph Siegel. 2 p.m. George Washington’s Ten Crucial Days, New Jersey State Library, 185 W. State Street, Trenton. njstatelibrary.org. Talk by author William “Larry” Kidder. Free. Noon. Rediscovering British Surveyor and Mapmaker John Hills, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton. trentonlib.org. Talk. Free. 5:30 p.m. Revolutionary Pub Crawl, Checkers, 14 S. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Period pub crawl of downtown Trenton. 6 p.m. Quizzoholics Trivia, Old Town Pub, 135 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown City, 609-2919232. quizzoholics.com. Teams play bar trivia for prizes. 8 p.m.

Friday, December 27

A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, 609-258-2787. mccarter.org. The annual tradition of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey through Christmas past, present, and future. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. State House Artwork Tour, New Jersey Statehouse, 145 West State Street, Trenton, 609847-3150. njstatehousetours.org. Tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Public Buildings Arts Inclusion Act. See artwork incorporated into the capitol complex including stained glass, tilework, paintings, and sculptures. Reservations required. 1:30 p.m. Trenton’s Historic Legacy: The Old Barracks and the Trenton Battle Monument, Trenton Downtown Association, Riverview Cemetery, 870 Centre Street, Trenton, 267-2013655. patriotsweek.com. Presentation. $10.

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Saturday, December 28

Hogmanay Celebration, William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609989-3027. williamtrenthouse.org. Bagpipers, music for harpsichord and recorder, Scottish snacks. Free. 1 p.m. La Leche League of Bordentown, Bordentown Library, 18 East Union Street, Bordentown, 609-298-0622. bcls.lib.nj.us. Talk with other mothers about breast feeding education, information, support and encouragement. 10:30 a.m. Civil War Flag Unveiling, New Jersey State Museum, 205 W. State Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Gallery talk and ceremony with flag historian David Martin and curator Nicholas Ciotola. Free. 10 a.m. The Trouble with Trenton, Warren Street Plaza, 101 N. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek. com. American history presented by marionettes and rod puppets. Free. Noon. My Brave Fellows, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Washington’s officers complet the Continental Army soldiers to stay six more weeks. $5. 2:15 p.m. Second Battle of Trenton (Battle of the Assunpink), Old Barracks Museum, Mill Hill Park, Trenton, 609-396-1776. barracks.org. Re-enactment. Free. 3 p.m. Musical Workshop Reading of The Crossing: The 10 Crucial Days, Adeth Israel Synagogue, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence. thecrossingmusical.com. Actors portray the men and women who changed the course of history. $15. Register. 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 29

Hopewel Hall, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. “What We Sang Together: Community Songs from Revolutionary-Era America,” acappella performance. Free. 2 p.m. Experience the Battle of Princeton, Princeton Battlefield Society, Princeton Battlefield State Park, 500 Mercer Road, Princeton, 609-232-8540. pbs1777.org. Presentation by local historian and author William L. Kidder followed by a reenactment. 9 a.m. Trent House Tours, 1719 William Trent House Museum, 15 Market Street, Trenton, 609-9893027. williamtrenthouse.org. $5. 12:30 p.m. Season of Light, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 W. State Street, Trenton, 609-292-6464. statemuseum.nj.gov. Planetarium show. $5-$7. 10:30 a.m. Laser Holiday Magic, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 W. State Street, Trenton, 609-292-6464. statemuseum.nj.gov. Planetarium laser show. $5-$7. 11:30 a.m. CapCOM Go!, New Jersey State Museum Planetarium, 205 W. State Street, Trenton, 609-2926464. statemuseum.nj.gov. Planetarium show about the Apollo missions. $5-$7. 1:30 p.m. Alexander Hamilton and the 24 Cannons, Ellarslie Mansion, Trenton City Museum, Cadwalder Park,m Trenton. ellarslie.org. Tabletop talk with David Bosted. Donation. 2 p.m.

Monday, December 30

Trenton Battlefield Walking Tour, Starbucks, 102 S. Warren Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Interpretive walk and Q&A. Free. 10 a.m. Trenton’s Historic Legacy: The Old Barracks and the Trenton Battle Monument, Trenton Downtown Association, Riverview Cemetery, 870 Centre Street, Trenton, 267-2013655. patriotsweek.com. Presentation. Free, Register. 11 a.m. Out with the Old, In with the New: New Sweden and the American Revolution, Trenton Free Public Library, 120 Academy Street, Trenton. trentonlib.org. Talk by Erik Burro. Free. 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 31

John Honeyman, Washington’s Spy: Unsung Hero or Urban Legend?, Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. Interactive presentation by Tim Stollery. Free. 1 p.m. Hogmanay Bonfire and Open House, 1761 Brearley House, Maidenhead Meadows Park, 100 Meadow Road, Lawrence. patriotsweek.com. Celebreate New Year’s and the 275th birthday of Edward Hand. Free. Donation. 6 p.m. Peace Vigil, Historic Trenton Friends Meeting House, 142 E. Hanover Street, Trenton. patriotsweek.com. 5 p.m.

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