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Two sport success House of art and glass Ewing resident’s works featured at Straube Center

By DAN AUBrey

“I’m living in a house form the 1830s, so obviously I am interested in history,” says artist Barry Hantman inside his 13-room home on Grand Street in West Trenton. With 20 of his works at the Straube Center in Pennington and several works at the Element Hotel near the Mercer County Airport, Hantman is

ready to talk about his history of art making and collecting. “Mixed media and assemblage,” he says about his work, “I’ve been doing it since the 1960s when I was living in Philadelphia.” He was also visiting old buildings, where he would find pieces of glass, wood, and ceramics to use. Although he says plexiglass is his “latest” find, he sees the addition as part of a stream of creative work has “a kind of flow from one to another.” Sitting in a front room surrounded by his collection of

outsider art, various glass pieces, and furniture, Hartman talks of his personal history and says he was born in Newark— he calls it by its hometown reference of “Brick City”—but brought up in nearby Union. “My mother was a suppressed artist, so she got me into art,” he says, adding that she took him to the Newark Museum and museums in New York. Hantman says that while she drew and painted, she was a homemaker when he grew up in the late 1940s and 1950s. See HANTMAN, Page 6

Lenape’s importance to region on display at area exhibition By DAN AUBrey

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The introductory panel to the exhibition “Never Broken: Visualizing Lenape Histories”—currently on view at the Michener Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania— states something remarkably important to the region. But it isn’t in the words. It is the image on which the text is written: an overhead view of

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the Abbott Marshlands at the estuary where the Crosswicks Creek meets the Delaware River. Much of Mercer County was first populated by the Lenape Indians, and the earliest inhabitants of the area that is now known as Ewing Township were the Lenape. The Abbott Marshlands (located in part of Trenton, Hamilton and Bordentown) is

the site of what had been one of the largest Eastern settlements of Native American. There is documentation of human activity there for 13,000 years, and it is roughly in the center of the land called Lenapehoking (Land of the Lenape). They are the indigenous people whose territory included all of what is known today as New Jersey, New York Bay and See LENAPE, Page 8

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Wednesday, Dec. 6; 11:00-12:00 p.m.

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COOKING WITH CARDIOLOGY Wednesday, Dec. 6; 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Worried about overindulging during the holiday season? Dr. Shakil Shaikh from Hamilton Cardiology Associates will guide you with heart healthy recipes and tips for eating healthy.

SELF-CARE FOR WOMEN Thursday, Dec. 7; 6:30-8:00 p.m.

This interactive session with Anjali Bhandarkar, MD will go through the importance of self-care prevention, vitamins, social networking for women.

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Family members and friends play a critical role in supporting loved ones who have a mental health condition, and the questions and concerns are typically the same. What to do? When to intervene? Where to go? How to help? This presentation is intended to help you better understand the issues you might face. This program will be led by Chelsea Kennedy, MAHS.

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Discover tools to help you move through your day with peace. You’ll find greater wellbeing and compassion, as well as the interplay between mental and physical wellbeing. Learn about your nervous system; how it influences your choices, habits and overall wellbeing; and tools to bring yourself into an optimal and relaxed state using something called Poly-Vegal Theory. Fee: $15 per person. Michelle Gerdes, YT200

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This support group explores how our emotional ties to our “stuff” can create clutter and affect our mood. An Oaks Integrated Care caregiver specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive group experience.

MANAGING STRESS AND DIABETES Tuesday, Dec. 12; 3:00-4:00 p.m.

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“Drum back the sun” on the longest night of the year. Celebrate with ritual, stories and of course, drumming. Drums and light snacks provided. Mauri Tyler, CTRS, CMP. Fee: $15

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Meditation has been shown to quiet your restless mind and help your entire body to relax. Come experience what all the buzz is about. Beginners welcome. Patti McDougall, BSN, Integrative Therapies Nurse.

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Support and information for family and friends of people with Alzheimer’s. An Oaks Integrated Care specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive experience.

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We all love the Holidays, but with them comes one of the busiest times of the year for all of us. You deserve a break to sit, eat and enjoy the most wonderful time of the year. The Better Health Program is proud to present our annual Holiday Party! With food and friends, come celebrate the holidays with your fellow members. Lunch will be provided.

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A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have this concern. The class utilizes a variety of activities to address physical, social, and cognitive factors affecting fear of falling and to learn fall prevention strategies. It was designed to benefit older adults who are concerned about falls, have sustained a fall in the past, restrict activities because of concerns about falling, are interested in improving flexibility, balance and strength, are age 60 or older, mobile and able to problem-solve. Linda Buckley, Nurse Educator will instruct.

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Trenton Water Works launches smart meter project Trenton Water Works says it has begun a $20-million project to replace 63,034 water meters in its five-municipality system. TWW meter readers will be able to read the new two-way communicating water meters (smart meters) remotely, eliminating almost all estimated water bills. “We continue to pursue capital projects that not only improve water quality, but also strengthen TWW’s billing and customer-service delivery, priorities that we set during the Covid-19 pandemic,” said Sean Semple, director of the city’s Department of Water and Sewer, which operates Trenton Water Works. “Smart meters allow for automatic meter reading that eliminates nearly all estimated bills, stronger customer service and more efficient meter-reading operations.” TWW Meter Shop personnel and contract vendor National Metering Services will begin upgrading customers’ water meters by appointment beginning in January 2024 in Trenton, Ewing Town-

ship, and Hopewell Township. Installations take about 30 minutes and require access to existing meters in customers’ properties. TWW estimates it will replace approximately 21,000 meters in the project’s first phase. The New Jersey Water Bank, a program jointly administered by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank, is funding the $20-million project. This work is part of TWW’s $405-million, six-year capital plan announced in 2019. Trenton customers interested in upgrading to a two-way communicating water meter (smart meter) will receive a letter in December from TWW asking them to call the water utility’s Meter Shop to make an appointment. Ewing Township and Hopewell Township customers will receive a letter from National Metering Services inviting them to make an appointment. There is no charge for the meter replacement. “We are organizing H2Open community forums in the months ahead to

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Ewing School Board election results Five candidates were seeking election to three open three-year seats on the Ewing Board of Education on Nov. 7. It was the only municipal contest on the ballot. According to unofficial results as of Nov. 19, the winners were Elyse Carmichael Henderson received the most votes with 3,854 (28.52%) followed by incumbents Sandra L. Herrington, with 2,532 (18.74%), and Jennifer L. Miller with 2,489 (18.42%). Erica J. Brandmaier was fourth with 2,468 (18.26%), and Brandi Robinson, who was running on the “Advocacy, Community, Equity” slate with Herrington and Miller, was last with 2,170 (16.06%). The county Board of Elections was set

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The Presbytery of the Coastlands will hold a service of installation at Ewing Covenant Presbyterian Church at the historic 1867 Sanctuary. The congregation will celebrate its selection of a new pastor, Rev. Morgan Valencia King. This free event takes place on Sunday, Dec, 3 at 5 p.m. at the historic 1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing. The Ewing Covenant Presbyterian Church will hold a candlelight service in the 1867 Sanctuary at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24. This service includes Christmas music from the choir, soloists, the handbell choir, organ, and piano with a relevant and meaningful message. Come and experience the beauty and warmth of our community! For more information, call 609-882-3673 or go online to ewingcovenantpres.org.

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HANTMAN cont from Page 1 However, he says, “My mother was my inspiration. She had an appreciation of art. (And) art was one of the few things that I was good at in school. “ At the same time, Hantman’s father running a downtown Newark furniture store seems to have influenced his son’s interest in collecting furniture—mission and mid-century modern—and a pair of Russian immigrant grandparents working in ceramics and quilt making shaped his decision to create “functional art.” “I began majoring in ceramics and minoring in jewelry,” he says about his studies at the Philadelphia College of Art (now the University of the Arts). Reflecting on his decision, he says, “I was always more into using my hands and materials. I could draw, but not well. Paint, but not well. And when I was in college, the movement was designer craftsman, you were using 2-D skills to design and 3D skills to make it. You had to take courses in drafting, everything was done before computers, old school drafting. I still had to take painting and drawing and figure drawing. But I had to use my hands; I had to touch the material.” Hantman says that as a boy he designed and made model mid-century-style homes. “I wanted to be an architect but didn’t have the math skills,”

Artist Barry Hantman pictured in his Ewing home, which houses his collection of outsider art, glass pieces and furniture. he says as he lists his influences: Frank Lloyd Wright, Corbusier, and Bauhaus designers. He says he went to PCA because they accepted him and lived on the street where midcentury architect Louis Kahn

had an office and then went to Tyler School of Art when it was in Elkins Park, home to a Frank Lloyd Wright synagogue. When he graduated, he found a job at Adrian College in Michigan but left after a year to return to New Jersey—but not

alone. “I married one of the students,” he says, noting that while she was not in any of his classes, the college disapproved of such a relationship. He says that they moved to back to Union, where he was

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Ewing resident Barry Hantman’s works are part of an exhibition currently on view at the Straube Center in Pennington. He says that while he stayed at the state long enough to retire, he continued to create art. “I worked on ceramics and assemblages. I took classes. When my wife passed away at 2018, the art brought me back to life. I was on the deep end. I can say art truly saved my life.” Looking back at his art creation while working for the state, he says, “I was making art but not exhibiting it. From 2018, I’ve been showing all over the place.” That includes three galleries at the New Hope Arts Center, As You Like It Gallery near Peddlers Village, and the Red Bank Artist Co-op. “This is where it all happens,” he says in his basement work area, where there are tables covered with various materials, found objects, and works at various stages of completion. “I just get materials and play and arrange until I get a composition I like,” he says sitting before a brightly colored plexiglass work in progress. “Then I photograph what I’m going to make it.” “I arrange it like a puzzle. When you start to assemble, it looks good in the composition, then while you’re doing it, it changes, and I kind of go with the flow, I go with the materials. Rarely do I sketch.” He references Russian-born American sculptor Louise Nevelson as one of his main influences. Others include Bauhaus artist Wassily Kandinsky and Dutch abstract artist Piet Mondrian, whose compositions

employed bold bright colors. “My ceramics tended to be dull in color scheme,” he says of his early work. He says that he later moved towards materials and colors that provided sharper and bolder compositions. He adds that he lets himself be inspired by the texture, color, and shape of the materials he gets from his suppliers. While all this sounds simple, Hantman says that the process is not without difficulties. For example, problems develop while affixing materials to one another. Some glues won’t bond or will allow the pieces to slide and change the design— which may or may not be acceptable. Then he mentions that he switched from glass because he was not able to control the firing process that fuses the glass pieces together, hence the switch to plexiglass. Another is uncertainty about how the works will be received. “Plexi is not mainstream, and I have not seen it in the area. There are very few people who do what I do in the area.” And even with a modest price range— $85 to $300—he says there is no way he could survive by selling art. As noted, Hantman is currently showing at the Straube Center, 108 West Franklin Avenue, Pennington. The exhibition, “Exploration of Art,” also features work by Linda Barton, Judy Tyndall, and Ilene Dube and is on view through Jan, 1. For more information on the Straube Center, visit straubecenter.com.

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LENAPE continued from Page 1 Hudson Valley, the eastern section of Pennsylvania, and northern sections of Delaware. They are also the people whose culture was disrupted and then suppressed to near the point of extinction by European colonization, starting in the early 1600s. The exhibition’s reference to “Never Broken” argues that the culture has never disappeared and that the exhibition is a type of reaffirmation. The “visualizing” reference signals that the reaffirming will be done through visual art. And, indeed, viewers will encounter ancient Lenape designs, European and Colonial depictions of the Lenape people, and new works by contemporary Lenape

artists—who combine both Lenape and European and American art traditions. The curators of what is being touted as the first exhibition of its kind are Joe Baker, participating artist and founder of the Lenape Center in Manhattan, and Laura Turner Igoe, the Michener Museum’s chief curator. Three other contemporary artists are participating: Ahchipaptunhe (Delaware Tribe of Indians and Cherokee), Holly Wilson (Delaware Nation and Cherokee), and Nathan Young (Delaware Tribe of Indians, Pawnee, and Kiowa)— Delaware also being the name for the Lenape and their connection to the Delaware River. As the curators note, the artists’ work “underscores the continuing legacy and evolution of Lenape visual expression

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Noted Bucks County artist Edward Hicks’ 1845 version of Benjamin West’s Penn’s Treaty painting. and cross-cultural exchange, reasserts the agency of their Lenape ancestors, and establishes that the Lenape’s ties to the area were—unlike Penn’s Treaty— never broken.” The treaty was William Penn’s 1683 agreement with Tamanend and other Lenape chiefs where Penn is quoted as saying “We meet on the broad pathway of good faith and good-will; no advantage shall be taken on either side, but all shall be openness and love. We are the same as if one man’s body was to be divided into two parts; we are of one flesh and one blood.” Whereupon Tamanend replied, “We will live in love with William Penn and his children as long as the creeks and rivers run, and while the sun, moon, and stars endure.” While some of the facts regarding the treaty are vague, it has been etched

into the American imagination through visual art, mainly with American painter Benjamin West’s 1772 painting. An area examining the impact of that painting can serve as one of several entry points to the exhibition of thematic sections connected by proximity. As the curators note, the above mentioned painting “depicts William Penn (1644-1718), the founder of the Province of Pennsylvania, his agents, and merchants trading cloth and other goods for land from the Lenape, the region’s historical inhabitants. Commissioned by Thomas Penn (1702-1775) to celebrate the achievements of his father, Penn’s Treaty established a visual record for an event with limited documentation that occurred nearly a century earlier. It is therefore a perspective on history, not a factual account.” See LENAPE, Page 11

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The lemon poppy seed cookies are a redux of a recipe from a close friend of Conigliaro’s mother and feature a light coating of lemon powdered sugar. nam War, Jean decided to go back to school full time to earn her master’s degree in education from SUNY Brockport. Having grown up around others who enjoyed preparing meals and desserts for their family, Arline began doing the same when she was just 12 years old. She had always observed her Russian grandmother Sonia, whom she referred to as “the matriarch of the family,” host Sunday night dinners and cook nearly every holiday until she was no longer able to. Watching as she ran the kitchen without recipes, simply relying on feeling and past experience, Conigliaro followed along, measuring ingredients and writing down each step. “I enjoy the word nurture. The word nurture—through food, through company, through environment, through any form of kindness—is just something that I really thrive on, so I think watching her enjoy feeding people was a big inspiration for me, and the joy that it brought,” she said. It should come as no surprise that to fully “taste the love” of Auntie Cookie, one should try the plain, toasted almond biscotti adapted from her grandmother’s recipe for mandelbrot, or mandel bread, a traditional Jewish cookie derived from the original Italian treat. Both are baked twice as a log, then cut into individually crunchy slices, perfect for dunking in tea or coffee. Although mandelbrot directly translates to “almond bread,” Conigliaro’s grandmother, who lived through the Great

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lege of New Jersey and worked in a vocational school, where she taught students in a special education program about food and basic healthcare services. According to Conigliaro, the owners of the Princeton Charcuterie, a new gourmet deli and catering business on Nassau Street, then “approached” Conigliaro “to open, manage, and be the face of the establishment.” But a year and a half into a demanding 16-hour, seven-day-a-week schedule, she left in 1987 to manage a short-lived gourmet grocery store, Kaufelt’s Fancy Groceries, in the newly opened MarketFair shopping center on Route 1. She worked in the admissions department of a nearby technical school, the former Cittone Institute in Princeton, before continuing her studies at Rider University, where she earned a master’s degree in counseling services with a concentration in school counseling. Her mother started teaching kindergarten in Rochester, but when its principal switched to the suburban district where the Phillips family lived at the time, he invited Jean to join him there, where she taught fourth grade until retirement. Conigliaro explained that her mother’s actions not only encouraged her to see food as an expression of love, but also inspired her to embark on an educational journey of her own. Conigliaro expressed a similar sense of fulfillment in combining these interests, adding that a shared activity like baking can be a way to get younger children, “especially boys,” to open up. “You’re working side by side, and it

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SEASON’s GREETINGs Special Section Greenwood House Senior Healthcare Serving the Aged Since 1939 Greenwood House Senior Healthcare, its campus located in Ewing Township, NJ, off I-295 at Scotch Road and Parkway Avenue, has been serving Mercer County and the local community with personalized quality care, through its comprehensive network of senior health care services since 1939. What historically started as a local Home for the Jewish Aged, today continues to operate as a nonprofit, nonsectarian, reputable senior healthcare organization offering a continuum of care including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care, assisted living, home care, hospice care, and Kosher meals on wheels. Greenwood House provides care with a person-centered approach that greatly enhances well-being and an enriched daily life. The goal is to ensure each and every resident, patient, and client experiences quality care in an atmosphere that promotes not

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The adopted first teaching unit about stars and constellations, tor was needed to lead the Millstone Primary School students at this year’s Kutztown University Homesurvivors—Moshe Gimlan, Vera Goodkin, Marion but also the joy when students learned the content. (ages 3-8). Dr. Bogusz was happy to move to that coming 2023, as the KU Golden Bears defeated the Lewin, Ruth Lubitz, Charles Rojer and Jack Zaifman— During school breaks, she worked for her parents at seat and work with staff to introduce Responsive Marauders of Millersville at Andre Reed Stadium. were originally from Germany, Czechoslovakia, Mekhi Gibson, a wide receiver, started in at least ten their diner and spent hours substitute teaching close Classroom techniques and STEAM based projects Poland and Belgium. games season for Kutztown, had fiveMercer touchdowns, The recipients of the 2005 Teacher of the Year Awards were honored at athis luncheon on April 29th. Jan Fay, 2004 County to home in Sussex County. for young learners. Her ability to communicate with The AAS program pairs a survivor with one or Teacher of the Year, was a guest speaker. 1st row (L to R): Joan Zuckerman, Principal Antheil; Sharon Solomon, Lore; Jan Fay, 2004 in 483 receiving yards and was second on the team Dr. Bogusz started her first teaching job in 1995 families was expanded and her respect for early Mercer County Teacher of the Year; Inetta Emery, Principal Parkway; Danielle Miller,yards, EHS; Superintendent Raythe Broach. 2nd row: Darrell more students. The students embark on a joint journey receiving and fourth on team for receptions with the Sparta Township Schools as a first-grade childhood educators grew. Jackson, Principal FMS; Donna Andreas, Antheil; Don Barnett, FMS; Betsy Turgeon, Parkway; Rodney Logan, Principal EHS. with theThere survivor discussions teacher. she through learned that studentsabout learn life best Finally, Dr. Bogusz was appointed principal with 19. Mekhi is majoring in Sport Management. before, during and after them the Holocaust. Participating Kyle Stokes contributed on the defensive side as when someone knows as individuals. She in- of Millstone Middle School in 2017 to lead their a defensive back and on special teams. Kyle is mastudents will be able to represent the survivor and stantly knew that knowledge about the process of faculty in collegial conversations aboutWhitney best pracLewis, EHS Freshman joring in Communication Studies. tell the survivor’s story with accuracy and feeling in learning to read would be invaluable, so she began ticesOn and sound instructional programming. She has of Perestroika. His policies April 18, 2005 Ms. Chiavuzzo, Mrs. Walker reopened Principal Chmiel is very proud of Mekhi churches, and Kyle’s the years to come. In addition, each student makes her Master’s program at Montclair State University worked tirelessly to ensure that professional develand 30 Ewing High School freshmen joined several released political prisoners, and lifted bans on accomplishments both on the gridiron and in the classaand commitment to tell the survivor’s story in a public earned certificates as a reading teacher and a opment and conversations are always based on the Mercer County high school and college students, previously censored books. venue the year 2045, a hundred years after the readinginspecialist. three Cs: solid content, strong teaching craft, and room. Through their commitment to their academics The 20th anniversary of Perestroika was and politicians to hear a presentation given by liberation of Auschwitz. Dr. Bogusz then moved on to teach in the West meaningful connections. For years, she articulated and sport they are opening the doors for future Ewing one of the essential themes of Gorbachev’s Mikhail Gorbachev at the Sovereign Bank Arena. The twelve Orange Publicstudent Schooladopters districtare as DaveAngebranndt, a grade two teach- with the regional high school on a monthly basis to High School students applying to college at Kutztown presentation. The policy’s main goal was to Gorbachev was the last communist leader of the Tyler Barnes, Annie Mount Cook, Liz Dunham, Emily Everett, er and, ultimately Pleasant School’s reading ensure the graduating 8th graders would experience University by setting a standard of excellence. Thank make the Soviet economic system more efficient. Soviet Union from 1985 to 1991. During his you for doing Ewing PROUD! Curtis Fornarotto, Vildana Hajric, specialist. Her principal at the timeDevon let her Jones, devel- a rigorous curriculum with varied options. Perestroika involved the transfer of control term he instituted various policies including his It was announced at Homecoming that thefrom KU op and deliver for and colDr. Bogusz has been married to her husband, Jen Meade, Billyprofessional O’Callaghan,development Nikyta Sharma the government to the business owners. This policy political policy of Glasnost and economic policy Golden Bears would be taking on number four SlipChris, for 27 years. He currently works for Make leaguesWilson. and her educational perspective Melysa continued broadened on page A2 continued on page A2 A Wish- NJ and, together, they have two daughters, pery Rock for the PSAC Championship on Novemfrom those experiences. We are to report that the KU Golden tohappy budget restraints In 2001, Dr. Bogusz moved closer to central Jer- ages 19 and 22. Dr. Bogusz has over 27 years of ber 11th.Due Bears defeated Slippery Rock with an upset to win sey and was offered the -position NO Summer School Programs June 30 July 11of literacy coach educational experience that she is excited to bring the PSAC Championship game with a score of 31-7. Schools will in January. and reading interventionist for Millstone Township to Ewing Public GoodNews resume Contact: Jean Conrad willone beofoffered by the Mekhi scoring those touchdowns. with the September 609-538-9800 x1302 Congratulations MekhiSchools and Kyle on the Ewing Public issue of the Observer championship win! for application

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The Ewing Public Schools Believe In Ewing: A Partnership Between Ewing Staff and Community On November 7th, over 400 staff members in Ewing Public Schools came together for a day of learning and collaboration. The theme of the day, inspired by Ted Lasso, was "Believe In Ewing". With over sixty workshops to choose from, talented teachers, therapists, IT support team members, counselors, and administrators crafted professional development opportunities for Ewing staff, just like Ted personalized his coaching style for each player on the team. By doing so, they aimed to provide an inspirational day that empowered our staff and created meaningful and impactful learning opportunities, while celebrating their

individual strengths and interests. It aimed to ignite a passion for learning, and bring the district closer together as one team. The community rallied behind the “Believe in Ewing” theme by contributing generous donations of refreshments and door prizes. We want to express our deep appreciation to the Ewing donors for their support, and their belief in Ewing schools. Thank you to: Dunkin’ Donuts at 1 Upper Ferry and Dunkin’ Donuts at 576 Grand Avenue, Frutta Bowl of Campus Town, New York Bagel and Deli, Nino’s Pastry Shoppe, Stop and Shop, 7-11 on Pennington Road, Al’s Airport Inn, Cafe 72, PJ’s Pancake House & Tavern, Red Star Pizza, Revere Restaurant, Salerno’s Pizza III, Slocum’s Bowling, Bar & Grille, Stella’s Pizza, the TCNJ Alumni Association, and Ewing Educators and Authors: Jen Hoh, Eric Thomas, Harry Breiner, Leslie Thompson and Nicole Bailey-Williams.

EHS Life Skills Healthy Habits Club

Congratulations to the Ewing Unified Soccer Team who won the Division 2 Unified Cup!

The Life Skills Healthy Habits Club focuses on creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle for every BODY. There are three main areas of focus each week: low impact physical activity, nutrition awareness while learning ways to incorporate healthy foods into our diets, and ways to increase healthy social, physical and emotional health. One week focused on utilizing the beautiful weather by taking a nature walk, learning about MyPlate.gov to introduce the components of a healthy plate, and beginning to determine what foods we enjoy in each food group on our plate. Another week focused on "fruits" and we made our own sweet healthy treat using a Yo'nanas machine, consisting of only frozen fruits. Every student enjoyed adding fruit to their diet in a different way! To increase our understanding of our physical health, we practiced healthy hygiene habits before working with food.

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Cool Ride to School

Antheil's PTO held student raffles to be escorted to school by the fire and police departments. Kindergartener Willow Palumbo was escorted to school by the Ewing Fire Department Station 30. Third grader, Paige Blanchard, and fifth grader, Oliver Curran both won escorts to school by Ewing Police Department's Detective Bruno. Oliver's twin sister, Reese, also benefited from his winning by experiencing the ride herself. All of the students learned about the emergency vehicles and how they are used.

Germ Free is the Way to Be!

Antheil Nurse, Marina Mikhail, visited Mrs. Washington's Kindergarten class to teach the students about washing their hands to help stay germ free.

MAGIC TO THE EYE IN PARKWAY ART! Fourth graders at Parkway in Ms. Vento’s art class recently finished their Complementary Color Optical Illusion Illustrations! For this project, students used line variety, alternating colors, and shading to make drawings of their hands pop out of their papers. This allowed students to review their knowledge of complementary colors while simultaneously exploring more advanced art concepts like using value to create the illusion of three-dimensional form.

The Ewing Public Schools ESL Family Night

Senior Spotlight: Meet Daniel L. Armstrong

On October 26 , ESL families from across the district celebrated the new school year with a graduation ceremony. This year, thirty-one students earned the distinction of scoring above a 4.5 on the ACCESS for ELLS assessment, which is administered in schools across the country. A composite score of 4.5 or above indicates that students have achieved a proficient rating and no longer need ESL services. Our graduates will continue to receive support from the ESL teachers for two years, in order to assist with the transition out of the ESL program. Additionally, new families were welcomed to the Ewing Public Schools community. ESL teachers met with parents and students to highlight their programs and review supports we have in place for students. We look ahead to two more family events this year: • February 15, 2024 6:00pm at Parkway • May 9, 2024 6:00pm at Antheil th

FMS Students “Adopt Grandparents”

Fisher Middle School is proud of our Intergenerational Club, where 7th and 8th grade students have the opportunity to “adopt grandparents”, or senior adults from Ewing Independent Living. It’s exciting for our “grandparents” to interact with younger generations, sharing their years of acquired skills and knowledge, and at the same time enjoying the energy, creativity, and vitality of young minds. Our programs vary from educational to recreational, with plenty of meaningful discussions throughout. Above is a picture from our October Halloween-themed luncheon, which included the craft of making thankful hand wreaths. In addition, we participated in several other activities, including an M&M icebreaker, dice games, and a Family Feud tournament.

The winter holiday season is approaching. Do you have any family traditions you would like to share with the community? Every year, during the week before Christmas, my mom, sister, and I bake sugar cookies and decorate them. It gives us time to have fun during the busy holiday season. What are you most looking forward to in the year 2024? I’m looking forward to graduating high school and spending time with my friends and family before leaving for college. Who is your favorite teacher or coach and why? My favorite teacher is Mrs. Monty. During my sophomore year, I took her Algebra II class and loved it, which led me to enroll in her AP Statistics class the following year. She doesn’t rush through things; she takes the time to explain everything and ensures you understand the concept. I wouldn’t be where I am today without her support. What activities do you participate in school? I am the captain of the boys’ varsity soccer team, a member of the EHS chapter of the National Honor Society, and a member of the Peer Tutoring Program and Key Club. What activities do you participate in outside of school? I volunteer with the Ewing United Soccer Association, where I’m a coach for elementary and middle school kids. I also volunteer at Shiloh Baptist Church, where I am a counselor for their summer and winter bible camps. During the summer, I am a games operator at Six Flags Great Adventure. What awards or acknowledgments have you received in school or outside of school? I was awarded Student of the Month during my sophomore, junior, and senior years, the African American National Recognition Award by the College Board, Student-Athlete of the Month, and the AP Scholar Award. I was on EHS’ Principal Honor Roll

during my freshman, sophomore, and junior years. At Six Flags Great Adventure, I was promoted to supervisor at 15 and awarded Team Member of the Week and Rookie of the Year. What accomplishments are you most proud of? I got straight A’s my entire high school career and made the All CVC Third Team for soccer my senior year. How do you define success? Give your best effort so you can look at yourself in the mirror and have no regrets. If you’re able to do that, you are successful. What was the most meaningful assignment a teacher ever had you do? In Mrs. Sharlin’s third grade A.C.E. class, my classmates and I participated in a mini version of Shark Tank. We came up with inventions that could solve problems that impacted our lives. That lesson showed me the beauty of creating things and set me down the path to becoming an engineer. Mrs. Sharlin’s lesson laid the foundation for what I hope to be my future career. What is your favorite quote or book? “Get 1% better every day” - David Angebranndt. What is your favorite memory of high school to date? In my sophomore year, I scored a penalty in the first win of the soccer season. What is your favorite memory from kindergarten at Lore Elementary School? When my classmates and I performed plays in Mrs. Kalamas’ class. What are your plans after you graduate from Ewing High School? I plan to attend a four-year university to study mechanical engineering. Who has positively impacted your life? My mom and dad always made sure I had everything I needed to be successful. Without their unconditional love and support, I wouldn’t be who I am today. What do you want people to remember about you after you graduate high school? Someone who always gave his best effort, whether it was inside the classroom or out on the soccer field.

Unsung Hero Award The EHS Football Program is proud to announce our "Unsung Heroes" for the 2023 season. Jose Ovalle Ayala and Tyler Seaton were honored at a banquet hosted by the Delaware Valley Chapter's 12th Man Touchdown Club. Both players exemplify selflessness, effort, and a commitment to being the very best player and individual.

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The Ewing Public Schools December 2023 Schedule in Ewing Schools Dec 4

Ewing Township Tree Lighting @ 3:30–5:30pm

Dec 4-8

Parkway - PTA Scholastic Book Fair

Dec 6

EHS - Mastersingers Winter Event @ 7pm

Dec 7

Antheil - PTO Meeting @ 6:30pm

Dec 8

Lore - LPA Holiday Shop @ 6pm Parkway - Winter Wonderland @ 6pm

Dec 12

FMS - FPA Virtual Meeting @ 7:15pm

Dec 13

Antheil - Winter Concert @ 7pm

Dec 14

Parkway - Winter Concert @ 6:30pm

Dec 15

Antheil - PTO Winter Wonderland Event @ 6pm EHS - Semester 1 Term 2 Quarter 3 Parent Progress Reports FMS & Elementary Schools - 2nd Marking Period Progress Reports

Dec 18

Board of Education Meeting - 6pm @ EHS (Public Session @ 7pm)

Dec 19

Lore - 4th Grade Winter Concert @ 7pm

Dec 20

Lore - 5th Grade Winter Concert @ 7pm FMS - 2nd Marking Period Progress Reports Mailed Home

Dec 22

EARLY DISMISSAL K-12 (No PM After School Care) Antheil Full Day Preschool Early Dismissal NO PM Integrated Preschool (Antheil, Lore, Parkway)

Dec 25-29

SCHOOL CLOSED – Winter Break

Jan 1

SCHOOL CLOSED – Happy New Year!

Jan 2

Welcome Back – School Open

2023-2024 School Weather Emergency Information

As December begins and the district starts to think about dealing with winter weather, please be mindful of our weather emergency procedures and potential closings, delays and early dismissal. Please make sure to monitor our official communication portals: SchoolMessenger, and the School District Website. Also, please make sure your contact information in Genesis is current and up-to-date. The district has a Weather Emergency Team which assembles during these events. During a typical overnight weather event, the district will make a decision at about 5:00AM and begin communicating that decision to the community about 5:30AM through our official communication portals. The district will make a ‘delayed opening’ announcement as soon as possible so families can make morning arrangements and the district strives to avoid ‘early dismissals’ unless it is unavoidable. Thank you for your attention to this important information. For questions or information, please contact the Superintendent's Office: 609-538-9800 ext. 1102

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Science Sealed with a Chocolate Kiss! At Parkway in Mrs. Baitzel’s ESL class sometimes, Science is messy. However, the messy experiments are usually yummy! 4th grade ESL students learned about heat transfer by comparing a chocolate kiss in the opened hand vs. chocolate kiss in the closed hand. They then made predictions about what would happen to Hershey's kisses on the ice cube and over the hot steam of hot tea. Although English is their second language, they were able to communicate in spoken and written form about energy transfer, heat, as well as compare/contrast different situations we observed chocolate kisses in.

4-H Presents Cooperative Games at Parkway The 4-H program came to visit the second-grade classes at Parkway Elementary School and presented a program on Cooperative Games. Students had to learn to work together without talking to solve a puzzle. This helped students have an equal part in the work. They learned to work cooperatively and use other means of communication to succeed.

sports

Biggs looks to help EHS girls’ basketball repeat as champs By Rich Fisher

When it comes to Shawnae Biggs and athletics, she seems to be a living contradiction of herself. One one hand, she is a standout soccer player and also a key starter for Ewing High’s defending Group III state champion girls basketball team. Yet she doesn’t play travel soccer or AAU basketball during the off-season. She runs track in the spring, but other than that will play in some open gym basketball games or do some soccer training in the backyard with her sister. “I just like to have fun and enjoy it while I can,” Biggs said, basically suggesting that sports does not dominate her life. But on the other hand, watch her on the field and one would think she absolutely lived for athletics. “If she’s on the field or court, it doesn’t matter what sport it is, everything else takes a backseat and just being competitive is her primary focus,” Blue Devils girls soccer coach Shannon Pedersen said. “She’s

the definition of what a true competitor is. Just like you see the tenacity on the basketball court, you see it on the soccer field. Regardless of the opponent, the sport, the score, she plays with a level of ability and desire that’s unwavering.” It’s easy to compete non-stop while playing with a basketball powerhouse; but a bit tougher in a soccer program that is steadily improving under Pedersen but still had losing records during all four years Biggs played. And yet it made no difference. “I know we’re not a winning team, I have to look at it for what it is but I don’t like losing,” Biggs said. “Any of my teammates will tell you that. I hate losing. They will hear me yell, they will hear my voice. I’m gonna be very competitive toward the game. I still put everything out on the field.” So basically, while she may not devote every waking moment to sports, don’t get in Shawnae’s way when she is between the lines. “Exactly,” she said. It is that kind of attitude that made Biggs

the Devils’ leading scorer this past fall with nine goals and six assists. She was the team’s second leading scorer last year with nine goals and two assists.. Because of the high profile of the basketball team, the general public is more aware of Biggs the hoopster than Biggs the soccer player. She is a defensive stopper for a powerhouse team that is a strong favorite to defend its state title this year with everyone back. And yet, she considers soccer her number one sport. “I think people are probably surprised,” she said of her being named to the soccer coaches All-Colonial Valley Conference team this year. Pedersen immediately knew what she was getting in Biggs, even during a Covidshortened freshman season in which she had a goal and an assist. “I saw right away she had an incredible first touch, work ethic and her athleticism,” the coach said. “She’s one of the most technical and athletically driven players I’ve ever had the ability to coach.

“Her speed is incredible; she has an unwavering determination to score. She also had a decent amount of assists as well. She is not only a goal scorer, but also a playmaker. That comes from her drive and wanting to win games.” Biggs began her soccer career playing for Ewing rec at age 6. They put her on defense but she still managed to find the back of the net. “For a little young girl I did score a lot,” she said with a laugh. A year later Shawnae moved to the Hamilton Wildcats travel team and was an outside midfielder who continued to score. After three years she went to a Lawrence travel team and remained there until 2020 when COVID-19 hit. Her basketball career did not start until middle school, and when she reached high school, Biggs started to focus on hoops a little more intently. “The first day of practice I saw it was going to be serious,” she said. “But I still wasn’t going to give up soccer.” See BIGGS, Page 20

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BIGGS continued from Page 19 After scoring just two goals her first two seasons with Ewing, Biggs made her presence felt last year and became even more of a force during her senior season by becoming a better playmaker. “A lot of it is her coachability,” Pedersen said. “One of our last games of the season, I told Shawnae at halftime that ‘If you drive that baseline you can pull the goalie over and you can slot the ball across the box.’ And that’s exactly what she did in the first five minutes, she executed that and got an assist off of it. I think just having people around her that want to score as much as she does is helpful and encouraged her to continue to be a playmaker.” What made that play so successful, is the scoring threat that Biggs posed on her own when near the end line. “She’s able to beat players one on one, turn the corner and drive that baseline,” Pedersen said. “It’s incredible to watch.” And the coach’s point about having other scorers cannot be taken lightly as Eva Mastroianni, Clara Morrison and Sam Noble combined for 15 goals. All three will be back, which is good news for the Devils future. “I’m continuing to see Ewing soccer evolve,” Pedersen said. “I think that’s a testament to the girls in the program and the leadership. I’m really lucky as a coach to watch the evolution of the program and the team.” Much of that leadership came from Biggs, who was a captain and played nearly every minute of every game. “She worked on both sides of the ball, being as in shape as she was,” Pedersen said. “She’s one of the most in shape players I’ve been lucky enough to coach. She was able to run for the full duration of the game up and back.” Biggs played on the wing to take advan-

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tage of her quickness as an offensive threat. But at times she had to be dropped to midfield and “stepped up when I needed her to. Although it wasn’t her favorite, she did it for the team and for the coaching staff.” Which is what makes Biggs so special. Some star players would gripe about switching positions; and then there are players who would become bitter over losing games after playing on an elite basketball team. They might act big time because they won a state title. Not Shawnae. “She holds everyone to the same standard, that’s why she was a captain,” Pedersen said. “She led by example and led by holding her teammates accountable.” Biggs won’t lie. Sometimes it became frustrating when wins were slow to come. But it never slowed her enthusiasm. “It has its moments where it’s very questionable because of how we don’t win; nobody likes to continue losing,” she said. “But (quitting soccer) never crossed my mind. Soccer really has my heart, even though we don’t win as much I just know if I do what I have to on the field I’ve accomplished my goal.” Pedersen is not sure if having a player from a state championship team playing for the soccer team will entice athletes from other sports to come out, but she certainly encourages it. “Playing multi-sports was prevalent when I played and it’s something that would benefit them a lot if they took a chance and put themselves out there to play another sport,” Pedersen said. “The reward would be wonderful for them and all the coaches.” With her high school soccer career over, Biggs can now focus on helping the basketball team defend its state title. “I’m very excited,” she said. “We’re looking to go at it again. It’s very built up excitement. We know everyone is trying to beat us, but we don’t pay that any mind. We always focus on just us. We don’t worry about another team, we’re just about how we’re gonna get our team better.” She is also about figuring out her future. College is definitely on the radar and Biggs wants to major in business. When asked if she’s looking to become a millionaire she laughed and said ‘That’s the plan.” As for playing sports, that seems to be on the back burner. “I have still yet to decide if I want to do that,” she said. “I heard college sports are very on you. You have to be dedicated. I’d have to make sure I would want to be like that and have that lifestyle and environment. So, I’ll have to see. I’ve got time.” If Biggs does decide to give athletics a go, Pedersen feels she will succeed. “Without a doubt,” the coach said. “Shawnae is a person who can do anything she puts her mind to. She’s that good of an athlete.”

DECEMBER 2023

B I - M O N T H LY N E W S F R O M C A P I TA L H E A LT H

Capital Health First in Mercer County to Offer Minimally Invasive Procedure for Detecting and Removing Lung Cancer Nodules in One Visit Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths, but getting diagnosed at the earliest stage significantly increases the likelihood of better outcomes. While early-stage diagnosis can be difficult, experts at Capital Health’s Lung Center of Excellence, part of Capital Health Cancer Center, now perform a minimally invasive procedure that uses the latest in robotic-assisted lung biopsy technology to detect and remove cancerous nodules in the same visit. Capital Health is the first hospital in Mercer County to offer this procedure. DR. DIANA KOLMAN, director of Interventional Pulmonology at Capital Health, is trained to use the minimally invasive Ion endoluminal system to obtain tissue samples that facilitate a fast and accurate early-stage lung cancer diagnosis. Ion is an advanced robotic-assisted platform that has greater flexibility and reach than previous systems, which allows physicians to navigate all parts of the lungs, including areas that were previously unreachable from this approach. Immediately after Dr. Kolman retrieves a tissue sample, a pathologist reviews the sample to determine if it is cancerous. If cancer is diagnosed, DR. AFRICA WALLACE, director of Thoracic Surgery at Capital Health, then performs a minimally invasive surgical lobectomy to remove the nodule, all while the patient is still under anesthesia. This eliminates the need to schedule a separate procedure to remove the nodule at a later date. “When a suspicious small mass or nodule is found on a patient’s lungs, referring physicians may recommend a lung biopsy to collect and analyze a lung tissue sample,” said Dr. Kolman. “With previous technology, our reach into the peripheral areas of the lungs was

limited, but the Ion system can be precisely placed to obtain a biopsy in all 18 sections of the lungs. This greatly improves our ability to detect lung cancer in its earliest stages when it is most treatable.” “Until very recently, patients had to schedule lung biopsies and surgical resections separately,” said Dr. Wallace. “For appropriate patients, the single-anesthesia approach we’re now offering at our Lung Center allows diagnosis and treatment to occur in one visit. In patients where a cancerous nodule is detected during biopsy, they can wake up after our combined efforts and be told that the nodule has already been removed from the lung instead of having to come back at a later date to go through another procedure.” Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, is home to the Lung Center of Excellence as well as other centers of excellence specializing in breast care, liver health, neuro-oncology, pancreatic health, and robotic-assisted surgery. To learn more, visit capitalhealthcancer.org. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kolman, call 609.815.7390. For an appointment with Dr. Wallace, call 609.537.6000.

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Understanding the Complexities of Concussions Concussion awareness, particularly in the sports world, has greatly improved in recent years. However, the permanent and catastrophic consequences caused by a concussion are now becoming more apparent in individuals who did not follow appropriate steps to prevent additional injuries before they fully recover. Because the signs and severity of concussion symptoms can be different from one person to the next, providing care requires a multilayered approach that matches each person’s specific challenges with the appropriate treatments and support. Capital Health offers a comprehensive Concussion Program as part of its Capital Institute for Neurosciences. DR. EMIL MATARESE, a board certified neurologist with experience in diagnosing and treating concussions, is director of the program. “With no outward physical signs of injury, people unfamiliar with concussions tend not to take them seriously,” said Dr. Matarese. “Any delay in addressing a concussion could extend the time it will take to recover.” “There is also a condition known as Second Impact Syndrome that can occur if a second concussion occurs before an individual fully recovers from their first concussion. This can trigger a serious sequence of events that can result in permanent and irreversible brain damage, most commonly intellectual impairment, or death. This complication can occur in young athletes whose brains have not fully matured, typically under the age of 23 years old.” “Our team of highly trained specialists provides comprehensive concussion care that takes into account the patient’s specific neurologic deficits that can include intellectual and academic performance, eye movement abnormalities, mood disorders, balance and impaired coordination.” Capital Health’s Concussion Program includes a highly trained neurologist, neuropsychologists, and specialized rehabilitation specialists in concussion therapy. The program also works with expert pediatric doctors and nurses in the Pediatric Emergency Department at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell. Dr. Matarese is also an active partner in community health, offering workshops and educational programs to help teachers, nurses, athletic trainers, and other school staff better understand and plan for a student who is recovering from a concussion.

WHAT IS A CONCUSSION? A concussion is a sudden jarring of the brain inside the skull that results in temporary loss of normal brain function. This movement can stretch the brain cells, causing microscopic swelling of the cells and chemical changes in the brain.

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WHAT ARE THE SIGNS? There may be no physical signs of a brain injury, but it is necessary to restrict the individual from any activity until they are seen by a medical provider who specializes in evaluating and treating concussions. Look for any of the following symptoms (some may be immediate, others may occur hours or days after the initial injury):

… Temporary loss of consciousness … Headache

… Fatigue

… Memory loss/confusion/ difficulty concentrating … Slurred speech

… Sensitivity to light and noise … Interruption in sleep patterns … Mood swings

… Dizziness

… Depression/anxiety

… Ringing in the ears

… Personality changes

… Nausea/vomiting Visit capitalneuro.org to learn more about the Concussion Program at Capital Institute for Neurosciences. To make an appointment with Dr. Matarese, call 215.741.9555.

Capital Health Surgeon Becomes First Black Woman to Lead Regional Surgical Society DR. AFRICA WALLACE, director of Thoracic Surgery at Capital Health, was recently named the president of the Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society (ECTSS).Dr. Wallace is the first black female president for ECTSS and the first of any cardiothoracic surgery society. “The Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society works to advance the highest standards of excellence in patient care through education, research, and surgical training programs,” said Dr. Wallace. “I’m excited to lead an organization that aligns with my personal commitment to quality, diversity and inclusion in health care and Capital Health’s mission of improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves.” Thoracic surgery is used to treat diseased or injured organs in the chest. Dr. Wallace, a board certified thoracic surgeon, performs procedures at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell to treat cancer and other conditions, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques using video-assisted or robotic approaches. She is

part of Capital Health Surgical Group and Capital Health’s Robotic Center of Excellence, a team of experienced surgeons who provide a multidisciplinary suite of robotic-assisted procedures that meet the highest national quality standards. Dr. Wallace is also co-lead of Capital Health’s Lung Center of Excellence (part of Capital Health Cancer Center), which provides comprehensive care in the detection, evaluation, monitoring, and treatment of lung disease. Along with her new role as president of the ECTSS, Dr. Wallace serves on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Work Force of the Society of Thoracic Surgery. She is a member of the Women in Thoracic Surgery and Association of Women Surgeons. Dr. Wallace’s current research interests include racial disparities in the surgical management of thoracic cancers and clinical outcomes as they pertain to minimally invasive approaches to pulmonary and esophageal surgery. For more information about Capital Health Surgical Group, visit capitalhealthsurgicalgroup.org. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Wallace, call 609.537.6000.

Capital Health Opens New Primary Care Location in Ewing Township If you live or work near Ewing Township, you may have noticed a new Capital Health building on Scotch Road. Whether you’re scheduling a wellness check-up or not feeling well, advanced medicine starts with your primary care provider. Capital Health Primary Care – Ewing, part of Capital Health Medical Group and a trusted provider of primary care for children and adults in Mercer County, New Jersey, is now located at 51 Scotch Road, Ewing, NJ 08628, just minutes away from the original Ewing location. Consolidating the physicians from two previous Ewing offices on Parkway Avenue and Parkside Avenue, the new 11,000-square-foot location offers patients medical care from the same board certified providers, including DRS. KASHIF ANWAR, SYLVIA BOLOCK, ROBERT HOGAN, DANIEL JASS, MERIAM KHAN, SHODHAN PATEL, and PAUL PIERROT. They are all available for appointments to provide check-ups, sick visits and preventive care for children and adults.

“Primary care providers are the first line of defense for maintaining good health, and it’s important for patients to find clinicians they can trust,” said Dr. Jerrold Gertzman, Chief Medical Officer – Medical Care for Capital Health Medical Group. “Our practices are built on that trust, and now our Ewing-based physicians are offering safe, convenient care in one brand new, state-of-the-art facility.” In addition to office visits, most of the physicians at Capital Health Primary Care – Ewing offer easy access to sick visits from the comfort of your home or on the go through the Capital Health Virtual Primary Care Program. Appointments for this service can be requested online (seven days a week, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.) at capitalvirtualcare.org. They can also provide easy access to experienced specialists and surgeons when necessary and the most advanced care in the region at nearby Capital Health hospitals when it is needed most – virtually everything patients need to keep them on the path to better health. Office hours at the new Capital Health Primary Care – Ewing are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Thursday (10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.). To schedule an appointment, call 609.883.5454 or visit capitalhealth.org/ewing for more information.

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FREE UPCOMING HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS Register by calling 609.394.4153 or register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Please register early. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.

The Knee: A to Z Wednesday, December 6, 2023 | 6 p.m. Location: Zoom Meeting The knee is one of the largest joints in the human body and one of the most complex. Learn more from an expert at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, DR. ARJUN SAXENA, a fellowship trained and board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in primary and revision hip and knee replacement/reconstruction and director of the Marjorie G. Ernest Center for Joint Replacement. Dr. Saxena will discuss the anatomy and physiology of the knee, common injuries, and the latest surgical techniques available.

Achieve More with a Healthy Pelvic Floor Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 6 p.m. Location: Zoom Meeting Are you experiencing pain in your pelvic area during sex, personal care, or urination/bowel movements? It’s time to advocate for yourself! Join Kathie Olson, nurse practitioner and program director for Capital Health’s Center for Incontinence and Pelvic Health, to learn strategies for living your life without pelvic pain. Kathie will be joined by Natalia Ochalski, a certified pelvic floor physical therapist, to discuss the benefits of pelvic floor physical therapy. All genders are welcome! 24Ewing Observer | Health Headlines by Capital Health

Donald J. Cox, Senior: A life well lived He continued to mentor young people for decades, and was recognized with the Kiwanis International Circle of Service EWING THEN & NOW Award, and is the namesake of a similar award at the NJ level. Ewing Township has once again lost • A founder of the Ewing Adult School, a prominent citizen, and a significantly with service as President. dedicated individual to the history of • Service as a Councilman on the our township: Donald Cox Sr.. I wish to Ewing Township Council; candidate for highlight Mr. Cox in this column this NJ Senate; month, and to call special attention to his • Chairman of the Ewing Recreation commitment to preserving the history of Commission; our township. • Active member of many Donald Cox passed away on October organizations - VFW, Senior Citizens, 22, 2023, having lived an extremely full FOP, Sigma Pi fraternity, and the and productive 90 years! His obituary in Incarnation Church, serving as a Lector The Times (of Trenton) ran a bit over 24 and Eucharistic Minister for 30+ years. column inches, detailing not just a very However, curiously, his obituary did long life, but more so a life jam-packed not mention his interest in the history of with activity and service to others. Ewing and Trenton in general, nor his Just reading about all that he had done lengthy and significant involvement with exhausted me; I don’t know how he did it and commitment to the Ewing Township all! But he did - and did it with excellence, Historic Preservation Society. I would humility and dedication. like to highlight just a bit of what I know To excerpt from his obituary just a few of that commitment. of his many roles, accomplishments and He became known to me in 2008 or so activities, Don Cox: as a figure within the ETHPS in the early • Grew up in Ewing and attended days of the effort to avert the demolition Ewing schools and Trenton Central HS of the 1867 Sanctuary on Scotch Road. (‘51); He was a very strong supporter of the • Temple University Class of ‘55, and project, and in fact was the first to donate received recognition as THE Outstanding a significant pledge to support the work. Senior. As I became more involved in the • President of Temple’s PreLaw ETHPS, I saw him regularly at meetings Association, GOP Club, and Sigma Pi and other events, and recognized the vast fraternity, and a member and Student knowledge and love he had of history, Manager of the Diamond Marching and in particular the history of this area. Band. Later, as an executive board member of • Named to Who’s Who, and the ETHPS, I accompanied him a few Outstanding Young Men, in America. times to the awards dinner at Ewing • Served as a Lieutenant in the Trans High, and watched him proudly present Arctic Unit of the US Army, stationed in a senior with the Viola Cox History Greenland, and was at the North Pole Scholarship, named in memory of his on Memorial Day, 1956. He also served wife. at Miller Airfield in NY, and with the NJ He loved to sit and share stories about National Guard. people and places in Ewing’s history. I • Employed at Ewing’s General invited him to “guest” write columns, Motors plant as a purchasing agent. which he did a few times - but I wish he • Opened Revere Travel in Ewing had done so more often! Fortunately, he in 1961, sold it and soon founded a donated many, many boxes of historical specialized excursion tour company. information and materials to the ETHPS, • Taught history and world cultures in destined to be poured over for many the Trenton School District. months to extract the countless gems for • Life member of Kiwanis the archives. International; extremely active Life Though he lived a very full and long Member in Ewing Kiwanis; formed life, he will still be deeply missed at so Key Club at Ewing High, and became many levels. Ewing was immeasurably NJ State Administrator for Key clubs in blessed to have him among us. high schools, and Circle K clubs at the Helen Kull serves as an advisor for the Ewing college level, and increased the number of these clubs significantly over 10 years. Township Historic Preservation Society.

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Senior Corner December 2023

ALL PROGRAMS HELD AT HOLLOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 HOLLOWBROOK DRIVE

MONDAYS 10 a.m. Exercise- Karen Martin Noon Tech/Trends For Seniors 2nd and 4th Monday of the Month 1 p.m. Jewelry/Craft-Anne’s TUESDAYS 10 a.m. Exercise - Karen Martin 12:30 p.m. Bible Study 12:30 p.m. Bingo 1 p.m. Senior Scholars WEDNESDAYS 9 a.m. Chair Yoga- Lisa Caruso 9:30 a.m. Knitting/Crochet 1 p.m. Mexican Train/5-Crown Cards 10:30-1 p.m. Water Color - Ally Lyons Mercer County Library– Ewing Branch 2 p.m. Mahjongg - Christine Kamph THURSDAYS 10 a.m. Exercise - Karen Martin 1 p.m. Pinochle - Mercer County Library - Ewing Branch 1 p.m. Rummikub 1 p.m. Balance Class - Bob Kirby 1 p.m. Bid Whist 1:30 p.m. Learn Chrome/OS (4th Thursday) FRIDAYS 9:30 a.m. Line Dancing – Joanne Keephart 12:30 p.m. Circuit Training– Jeff Prunetti ( $5 session) SENIOR CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMISSION (SCAC): 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH, General Body 10 a.m. Meeting is open to the public. CLUBS: Live Wires—11 a.m. ( 2ND Thursday of the month) RM# 201-202 Busy C’s—11 a.m. ( 3RD Tuesday of the month) RM# 201-202 Club D—11 a.m. (1st Thursday of the month) RM# 201-202 HB Seniors—1 p.m. (2ND Friday of the month) RM# 201-202 SENIOR HOLIDAY LUNCHEON PROGRAM: Dec. 15, Noon-2 @ HB. “Youth Ballet Company. $8 pp/ $13 couple. Tickets available senior office ( M-F 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) MERCER COUNTY NUTRITION: Seniors 60 and older or anyone married to a person 60 and older is welcome to participate in the nutrition program. The program is located at Hollowbrook Community Center. A person is asked to donate a $1. Your donation is confidential. A delicious balance meal is served. Contact Ms. Wanda (609) 883-4150.

REGISTER FOR ALL PROGRAMS AGES 60 AND OLDER EWING RESIDENTS: HOLLOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER 2nd Floor Rm# 207 Senior Office QUESTIONS: 609-883-1776 Senior Corner is paid content by Ewing Township.

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balanced meals that include protein, carbs, movement is also great for mental health. I always suggest taking a walk or doing yoga fruits and vegetables, and consuming the with friends, loved ones, or even a pet to appropriate number of calories. You can speak to your provider about what the right make it more social and enjoyable. 3. Take your medication as number of calories are for you and your Seespecific our ads in needs or goals. When we prescribed. No matter your age, it is health SIX09 section always recommended to are eating well we will often pgshave 5 and 7 take your medication exactly more energy and have Geriatrician Sara Ali, MD, an as prescribed by your an overall sense of being RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group provider. This is important healthy. provider affiliated Robert Wood because taking medication 2. Maintain a4/17/20 regular RWJ-104 Heroes Work with Here_4.313x11.25_HAM.indd 1 1:21 PM Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, an infrequently or stopping exercise routine. RWJBarnabas Health facility, recommends While regular exercise is suddenly can negatively patients 65+ see a geriatrician at least once. recommended at any age, it impact your health. If you As we age, our body functions do have any concerns about is especially important as we differently and a geriatrician is trained a medication or dosage, age. Cardiovascular activities specifically in identifying and treating ask your pharmacist or such as walking are a great symptoms and illnesses specific to this provider. Even if you don’t way to support your overall population. Geriatricians can either see have questions, bring a list health, especially your heart Dr. Sara Ali patients as their Primary Care Physician or health. Strength training, of all current medications, as a specialist working in tandem with their exercises done with weights, including any vitamins existing physician. and supplements, to every doctor’s helps develop and maintain muscle. The Dr. Ali shares her top three tips for combination of cardiovascular and strength appointment. And, never stop taking any healthy aging so we can make the most of medication unless instructed to do so by exercises will help you maintain an active all our years. lifestyle. I also recommended incorporating your provider. 1. Adopt a healthy diet as early as And last, I invite those in our local balance training, such as yoga or Tai chi, possible and continue this as you age. into your weekly routine. By building communities to take advantage of our Eating well is the best way to get important better balance, you can reduce your risk completely complimentary Better Health nutrients, maintain heart health and for falls as you age. In addition to the many Program where you can “Rediscover fuel your body. The key to eating well is your body, mind, and spirit” through free physical health benefits to exercise, daily programming and activities. Attend Tai Chi and yoga, learn how to incorporate healthy tasty food choices into your diet, and attend our medical educational classes where our physicians and experts provide guidance and health education programs So they hurried off and found designed for those 65+ years old,” shares Mary and Joseph, Dr. Ali. To become a Better Health member, call and the baby, who was lying in Health Connections at 609-584-5900. To the manger (Luke 2:16). find a local provider near you, visit rwjbh. org/medgroupprimarycare. Follow RWJUH Hamilton on our social channels: Facebook-@RWJ Hamilton; Join us for the 35th annual Live Manger on the front lawn of LinkedIn-Robert Wood Johnson University Join us for the 36th annual Live Manger on the front lawn of Hospital Hamilton; X-@RWJHamilton; and Bethany Lutheran Church, 1125 Parkside Avenue, Ewing, NJ Bethany Lutheran Church, 1125 Parkside Avenue, Ewing, NJ Instagram-RWJUH_Hamilton.

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The children and teachers of our Sunday school will lead the singing of RWJU Hospital Hamilton our favorite Christmas carols. Live animals (petting zoo from Shenandoah For more information, The children and teachers of our Sunday school will lead the singing of our favorite Christmas carols.call (609) Farms) will be present. Free hot chocolate and cookies will be served by 584-5900. To register for a program or Live animalswomen’s (petting zoo fromand Shenandoah Farms) will be present. Freeishot chocolate and cookies for schedule changes will go to rwjbh.org/ Bethany's society congregational volunteers. Everyone events. be servedtoby Bethany's women’s society and congregational volunteers. Everyone is invited to join us invited join us and experience the wonderful joy of the true meaning of Christmas told by our school children and adults.as told by our Monday, and experience theaswonderful joySunday of the true meaning of Christmas children. DECEMBER 4

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ment and the US Secret Service to learn how to protect yourself from Cyber Scams. Light refreshments will be served.

Wednesday, DECEMBER 6

Cooking with cardiology. 6-7:30 p.m. Worried about overindulging during the holiday sea-

son? Dr. Shakil Shaikh from Hamilton Cardiology Associates will guide you with heart healthy recipes and tips for eating healthy.

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Kids in the kitchen – the gift of being present. 5-6 p.m. Healthy eating starts early! Empower kids with culinary skills and nutrition knowledge to become their healthiest selves! For children 5 years and older. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $5 per person. Taryn Krietzman, RDN.

Tuesday, DECEMBER 12

How smart are hearing aids today? 10-11 a.m. We discuss the remarkable features of today’s hearing aids. Bluetooth technology, Artificial Intelligence, Rechargeable Batteries, Tinnitus Therapy and more! Join Dr. Lorraine Sgarlato to learn more about the latest in hearing aid technology! Mental health matters: seniors supporting family members & friends. Family members and friends play a critical role in supporting loved ones who have a mental health condition, and the questions and concerns are typically the same. What to do? When to intervene? Where to go? How to help? This presentation is intended to help you better understand the issues you might face. This program will be led by Chelsea Kennedy, MAHS.

Wednesday, DECEMBER 13

Orthopedic open house. 6-7:30 p.m. Discover the latest advances in knee and hip replacement surgery and rehabilitation. Presented by Michael Duch, MD board-certified orthopedic surgeon; Maureen Stevens, PT, DPT, GCS, Cert MDT; and Courtney Fluehr, PT DPT. Dinner is included.

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What’s in the box? **virtual** Noon-1 p.m. All things seasonal, all the time! Learn what wonderful fruits and vegetable are up to this time of year and how to make them shine! Taryn Krietzman, RDN. Jeopardy! With Dr. Sara Ali. 1-2 p.m. Put your medical knowledge to the test with Dr. Sara Ali. Join in the fun with your favorite geriatrician.

Tuesday, DECEMBER 19

Prediabetes connect group. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.

Monday, January 8

A matter of balance: a 4 week series. (Participants must attend all 8 session). Also Jan. 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31. 1-2:30 p.m. A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have this concern. The class utilizes a variety of activities to address physical, social, and cognitive factors affecting fear of falling and to learn fall prevention strategies. It was designed to benefit older adults who are concerned about falls, have sustained a fall in the past, restrict activities because of concerns about falling, are interested in improving flexibility, balance and strength, are age 60 or older, mobile and able to problem-solve. Linda Buckley, Nurse Educator will instruct.

The annual holidaze ILENE BLACK BETTING ON BLACK

I saw my first TV holiday commercial in October this year. The World Series hadn’t been played yet, basketball season hadn’t started, and the trees had just started to turn colors. A week before I saw the commercial, it was 72 degrees. Halloween hadn’t happened yet, much less Thanksgiving, and holiday commercials were already airing. The holiday insanity begins earlier and earlier every year. Every year I say I’m going to start shopping early. I try and make lists in the fall but no one cooperates. I ask my kids what they want and their response is “How should I know? It’s September! I’m still wearing shorts.” My husband says he’ll let me know what he wants when the time gets closer, like, say, December 24th at 6PM. Can you say “gift cards?” It takes a full day to decorate our little house. I’d hate to see how long it would take if we lived in a place with more than 7 rooms. A few years ago, George wanted to put up a tree on our porch. We had gotten a new French door for the kitchen, and he thought that seeing a Christmas tree through the new door would be nice. Now, let me tell you that our living room, where our usual tree stands every holiday, is a mere 20 feet away from the porch. That tree was old. It was given to my parents who gave it to us. If you brushed against it, it would tip over. Plus, it smelled weird. Like cats had relieved themselves on it. The tree ended up in the trash after that year. Years ago, when our sons were still living at home, we decided to get those net-like lights for the bushes in front of our house. Our eldest son Georgie and I decided that we were going to put them up. Unfortunately, it was about 7:30 at night, dark and freezing cold and also a bit muddy from a recent rain. We were doing well until Georgie tried to put the net lights on one of our bushes and discovered that the bush was covered in very thin needlelike protrusions. “Who is the GENIUS who planted a sticker bush here?” he asked as he tried to pick thorns out of his sweatpants. After we got all the bushes netted, we realized that we organized the lights wrong. There was no way to connect them to an outlet. We stood there for about 15 minutes trying to figure it out when our youngest son Donnie came out, undid all the nets and redid them correctly, in a matter of about 5 minutes. That was the

last year for the net-lights. I am surprised that Georgie still wants to celebrate Christmas. We traumatized him with our clever little ways to make his Christmas memorable. They were memorable, all right. We had my parents and my in-laws over for dinner before Christmas when Georgie was three, and my father-in-law dressed up as Santa. He came busting through the door and Georgie was paralyzed in fear. I think he may have screamed. The next year we bought him an inflatable ET, which was taller than him. I walked him down the hall to the living room, where my husband was armed with our camcorder and floodlights. Georgie took one look into the living room that was lit up like it was on the sun and saw ET swaying back and forth and took off down the hall to his room. It took quite a while to coax him out to open the presents. We had to hide the ET and I am pretty sure we ended up throwing him out. ET, not Georgie. Despite the stress, the hustle and bustle and cooking and cleaning and shopping and wrapping and decorating, the holiday season is still my favorite time of year. It’s a time for appreciating what we have; our family, friends, and hopefully our health. Whatever you celebrate, this is my wish for you: “May Joy be your gift during the holidays and may Faith, Hope and Love be your treasures in the New Year” (author unknown). God bless us, every one. Ilene Black has been a resident of Ewing for most of her life and lives across the street from her childhood home. She and her husband, George, have two sons, Georgie and Donnie..

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The Ewing Tree Lighting will be held on Sunday, December 3, outdoors at Betor Park behind the Ewing Municipal Building starting at 3:00pm. Mrs. Claus will be on site at 3:00pm to greet everyone. Santa Claus will arrive at 4pm by fire truck escort. Santa will be available for photos and will turn on the holiday lights at 5:30pm. The Fisher Middle School Choir will sing, and there will be crafts, caroling, refreshments and more! We hope you can join us for this fun family event to start the holiday season!

9:30pm. This program is informal and is for all levels of players. Ewing Recreation Advisory Board meets on the second Monday of each month, except July and August, at Hollowbrook Community Center, Room 201/202 at 7:0pm. The meetings are open to the public. There is one opening for a new member for a three-year term. If interested, please email tforst@ewingnj. org.

For room rentals call Hollowbrook Community Center, 8831199 for small groups to large Ewing Recreation has a chess parties. club that meets on Wednesday For more information on these evenings at St. Luke’s Church on or any other programs you can Prospect St. Play is from 6:00pm contact the Recreation Office – 10:00pm. Interested particiat (609) 883-1776 ext. 6202, or pants are welcome to attend or online at www.ewingnj.org/comemail Bong at bongortiz@yahoo. munityaffairs. com. The Ewing Recreation column Adult Co-Ed Pick-up volleyball is paid content provided by Ewis held on Wednesday nights at ing Township. Antheil School from 7:00pm – DRY CLEAN

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