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City, Housing Authority awarded Choice Neighborhoods Grant
TheBiden Administration has announced the awarding of a $15.6 million Choice Neighborhoods Grant to the City of Trenton and the Trenton Housing Authority. The grant funding will be for transformative development in the North Ward Battle Monument neighborhood between Donnelly Homes and Capital Health Helene Fuld campus. The objectives of the grant were to help build more homes and revitalize neighborhoods that have been left behind.
The funding will redevelop distressed housing with high-quality mixed-income options, while also providing residents with services focused on income, health, and education. Grant funds may also be used for neighborhood improvements which promote economic development and spur additional private investment.
“This is great news for the Capital City,” said Mayor Reed Gusciora. “This grant will be a catalyst for positive change in the North Ward Battle Monument neighborhood. It will not only provide better housing options but also improve the overall quality of life for our residents. By
investing in our communities, we are fostering an environment where economic development can thrive and create opportunities for all Trentonians. We are grateful to the Biden Administration for recognizing the potential of Trenton and supporting our efforts to build a brighter future for our city.”
Targeted funding will specifically help revitalize the Trenton Housing Authority’s Donnelly Homes, with plans to redevelop the barrack style low-income housing originally built in 1939.
“We are excited to embark on this transformative journey for the Donnelly Homes community,” said Trenton Housing Authority (THA) Executive Director Jelani Garrett. “This grant allows us to turn our vision into reality by creating a modern, mixed-income, mixed-use community that meets the needs of our residents. Our plan, developed with extensive input from Donnelly Homes residents and neighborhood stakeholders, reflects our commitment to addressing the community’s needs and priorities. We look forward to delivering up to 639 new, high-quality units that will significantly enhance the North Trenton/Battle Monument neighborhood.”
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SWEET SUCCESS SOCIETY: A DIABETES GROUP
Monday, Aug 5; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Monday, Aug 12; 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept 3; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
A group for anyone with diabetes or caring for one of the 37 million Americans living with diabetes. Learn and discuss healthy ways to manage diabetes alongside peers and Taryn Krietzman, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Empower yourself and others towards a healthy lifestyle and success in diabetes self-management.
CARING FOR LOVED ONES WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS
Monday, Aug 5 + 19; 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Caring for a chronically ill senior can take a physical and emotional toll on family members. An Oaks Integrated Care Caregiver Specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive group experience.
ADULT CHILDREN CARING FOR PARENTS
Monday, Aug 5 + 19; 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
An Oaks Integrated Care caregiver specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive group experience.
GOT STRESS?
Tuesday, Aug 6; 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept 3; 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Support group about dealing with stress. When you experience stress, your body produces physical and mental responses. Gain valuable insight about how others deal with similar situations.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, Aug 7; 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Supportive discussion group for those caring for a loved one who is aging or has a chronic illness-shared experiences can be healing. An Oaks Integrated Care caregiver specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive group experience.
DANCE IT OUT!
Friday, Aug 9; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug 20; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Friday, Sept 6; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
When in doubt, dance it out! Find your rhythm and ease the everyday stresses of life with movement. All ages welcome; no experience required.
A great way to get kid your kids out and active during these summer days off from school.
WHAT’S EATING YOU?
Monday, Aug 12; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Monday, Sept 9; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Support group for people experiencing emotional eating. Peer support is key. We offer a safe space to connect with others who are going through similar experiences.
LETTING GO OF CLUTTER
Tuesday, Aug 13; 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
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.
MASTER/TEACHER LEVEL REIKI CERTIFICATION
Monday, Aug 19; 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
This Reiki Master level class is for those who have been certified in Reiki level 2 and have been practicing for at least 6 months. Master Level deepens ones Reiki practice and adds focus, clarity and integrity to go deeper within to fully integrate the Reiki tools you already have. $160
DIZZINESS – CAUSES AND PREVENTION
Monday, Aug 19; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Are you light-headed? Unsteady on your feet? Do you feel off balance? Join Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D. and learn about the causes and treatment for dizziness.
TAKE HOME COLO-RECTAL KIT
Tuesday, Aug 20; 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Participants will attend a lecture about colon health, and receive a stool sample kit to use at home and mail back.
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
Wednesday, Aug 21; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Quieting your mind, even for a short while, can have profound effects on both your body and your mind. Come learn to lower the volume of your mind’s chatter. No experience is necessary.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, Aug 21; 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Support and information for family and friends of people with Alzheimer’s disease. An Oaks Integrated Care
caregiver specialist will conduct these interactive groups on crucial topics and facilitate a supportive group experience.
HEALTHRHYTHMS® DRUM CIRCLE
Wednesday, Aug 21; 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Drum your cares away with our monthly drum circle. It’s lots of fun and a great stress reliever. Beginners welcome; drums will be provided. Mauri Tyler, CTRS, CMP $15
WOMEN’S SUMMER BOOK
CLUB: WHEN WOMEN WERE DRAGONS BY KELLY BARNHILL
Thursday, Aug 22; 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
A Goodreads best Book of the Year.
“A fiery feminist fantasy tale set in 1950’s America where thousands of women have spontaneously transformed into dragons, exploding notions of a woman’s place in the world and expanding minds about accepting others for who they really are.” Bring your book to class and come prepared to have a lively discussion with other women readers.
WISE WOMEN
Thursday, Aug 22; 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Join a community of women as we discuss relevant topics and find purpose, meaning and community.
ORTHO 101: TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT
Monday, Aug 26; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Join Orthopedic Program Coordinator, Denise Berdecia, MSN, RN, ONC; Lead Rehabilitation Therapists, Maureen Stevens, PT, DPT, GCS, Cert. MDT; and
Sarah Masco, OTD, OTR/L, CLT-LANA; for an in-depth discussion on total hip replacements. These experts will explain preventative treatment, talking to a surgeon, decision for surgery, hospital expectations, and recovery with outpatient therapy.
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP
Tuesday, Aug 27; 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
CLEAN LIVING IN A TOXIC WORLD
Wednesday, Aug 28; 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Toxins are all around us - in the air we breathe, the products we use and the food we eat. Learn what these toxins can do to our body and ways to avoid them and live a cleaner life with Patti McDougall, BSN, Integrative Therapies Nurse.
REIKI SHARE
Wednesday, Aug 28; 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
For folks who have been Reiki certified to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session, get a session. Open only to those certified in Reiki. Please bring a sheet and small pillow.
*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
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finalists from around the country including Las Vegas, Houston, Chattanooga, Miami, and Syracuse. The city partnered with community nonprofits and institutions such as Capital Health Systems and First Lady Tammy Murphy’s Maternal Health Center slated to be located in the North Ward neighborhood.
Housing and Economic Development Director Massiel Ferrara quote, “ Housing and Economic Development Director Massiel Ferrara added, “This Choice Neighborhoods Grant represents a significant step forward in our mission to create vibrant, sustainable communities in Trenton. With this funding, we will be able to address the critical housing needs of our residents while also laying the groundwork for long-term economic growth. By focusing on mixed-income housing and comprehensive neighborhood improvements, we are ensuring that every resident has the opportunity to thrive. This is more than just a housing initiative; it’s a commitment to building a stronger, more resilient Trenton for generations to come.”
THA and the City award was long in the making and build upon the success of their 2019 Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant to engage residents and transform the neighborhood to make it
cal landscape but also foster a stronger, more connected community. I am proud of the collaborative effort that went into securing this grant and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on our residents’ lives.”
The City and Housing Authority will next meet with their partners and community stakeholders to chart a course for further action on the grant funding and seek additional dollars to complete this project.
“Every Trentonian can be proud of the Trenton Housing Authority and that our Capital City’s application beat out so many other American cities to win this award,” said Councilwoman Williams.
“It’s a great day for Trenton,” concluded Gusciora.
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safer and more walkable. They conducted countless meetings and public hearings seeking input in the transformation of the neighborhood, which includes historical housing stock, an abandoned public school, Junior 1, Martin Luther King Park, and many small businesses.
North Ward Councilwoman Jennifer Williams added, “This grant is a monu-
mental achievement for the North Ward and the entire city of Trenton. It reflects our unwavering commitment to revitalizing our neighborhoods and ensuring that every resident has access to quality housing and essential services. The comprehensive redevelopment plan for the Donnelly Homes and the surrounding area will not only enhance the physi-
As this year’s Safe at Home Program nonprofit awardee, The Father Center of New Jersey will receive a donation from NJM Insurance Group (NJM) based on the total number of runs the Thunder score at all home games throughout the season.
As of July 7, the Thunder had scored 98 runs at home games totaling a $4,900 current donation for The Father Center
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The Father Center of New Jersey will receive a donation from NJM Insurance Group based on the total number of runs the Thunder score at home games.
“Our Safe at Home partnership with the Trenton Thunder is founded on our mutual commitment to supporting the communities we are honored to serve,” says Jeff Richardson, NJM’s community outreach & events coordinator. “This year’s beneficiary, The Father Center of New Jersey, empowers men to develop essential fatherhood skills and responsibilities through a variety of workforce and personal development programs.”
“Every year, our partnership with NJM becomes more valuable and meaningful,” adds Thunder President Jeff Hurley. “We are thrilled with the growing impact and outreach this collaboration is achieving in the region, and we look forward to continued community engagement in years to come.”
“This is an exciting opportunity and we’re thrilled to have been selected by NJM and the Trenton Thunder,” says Bryan Evans, CEO of the Father Center of New Jersey. “The ‘Safe at Home’ metaphor also aligns with the mission of The Father Center of New Jersey, as we strive to create stable, supportive environments where men can develop the skills and confidence needed to become responsible and nurturing fathers.”
The Father Center of New Jersey joins other nonprofits that have been a part of the Safe at Home Program, including HomeWorks Trenton, The Miracle League of Mercer County, Children’s Home Society of NJ, Rescue Mission of Trenton, Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK), Anchor House Foundation, PEI Kids, Womanspace, Boys & Girls Clubs (Mercer County), Family Service Association of Bucks County and the Bucks County Opportunity Council.
The Father Center of New Jersey relies on grants and the generosity of the community to support our clients and families. Each and every donation impacts the life of a father, and shapes the lives of their children.
Each program of The Father Center of New Jersey has a quantifiable, positive impact on its community’s children. The more the organization empowers father figures today to get better jobs and gain the emotional tools to support their families, the better outcomes their children have in all areas of life.
By supporting The Father Center, donors are helping to create a brighter future for countless kids who need role models to visualize — and accomplish — all they can achieve.
Trenton launches ‘City Wide Cleanup’
The city of Trenton is initiating its City Wide Cleanup this month. The Cleanup will be done by ward on Saturdays; starting with the South Ward on
Passport Renewal (OPR). This innovative tool is designed to streamline the passport renewal process, making it more efficient and convenient for U.S. citizens.
The online passport renewal tool aims to save time and effort, providing a userfriendly platform for renewing passports from the comfort of homes. The U.S. Department of State created this process to enhance the everyday lives of Americans, offering significant benefits to working families and travelers by giving them more time back in their busy schedules.
“We are excited about this new development from the U.S. Department of State,” Sollami Covello said. “The updated Online Passport Renewal tool is a step forward in our mission to make essential services more accessible and convenient for everyone. I encourage all eligible Mercer County residents to take advantage of this new tool and experience the ease of renewing their passports online.”
August 3, the North Ward on August 10, the East Ward on August 17, and the West Ward on August 24. Removal will consist of yard waste and furniture. Please do not leave construction debris, home renovation debris, chemicals, televisions, electronic devices, or unbundled wood/branches more than four feet long. Residents should place items on the curb by 7 a.m.
“This is an exciting venture, which we hope to continue as we beautify our Capital City,” Mayor Reed Gusciora said. “Next year we will also resume the Litter March we have had in past years. We must continue to work together to keep Trenton clean and vibrant!”
“Thank you Mayor Gusciora and to your administration for continuing the efforts of cleaning up our streets in the City of Trenton,” City Council President Crystal Feliciano said. “This is a collective effort from the City of Trenton, we are thankful to the mayor for allowing this to happen and having an open door and open ear so the needs and concerns of the people can be bought to the forefront.”
“This is something we’ve done for many years, but COVID stopped it,” Department of Public Works Director Wahab Onitiri said. “We are going to be collecting everything as long as it is yard waste and furniture. Clean out your homes and put it outside so we may take care of it.”
“There has to be a change in the mindset of the people in our city. They also need to buy into this need to have a clean city,” Trenton resident Ivey Avery said. “It’s more than just a bulk cleanup; it’s more than a litter pick-up day — we must get our citizens more involved so they understand the necessity of a clean environment for all us.”
Arm in Arm offers weekly mobile food pantry
ArmIn Arm’s mobile food pantry will be at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library on Monday afternoons in August from 2 to 4 p.m. No registration is required. Arm In Arm staff will register participants upon arrival. For more information about the food pantry, visit arminarm.org.
Arm In Arm has been active in Mercer County for four decades providing essential resources like food and financial support. Healthy food such as fresh produce, eggs and milk, frozen proteins, quality baked goods, and shelf stable canned and boxed items as well as personal care products such as shampoo, soap, and diapers are made available to families in need. Arm In Arm welcomes 4,000-5,000 families annually through 40,000+ visits to its food and mobile pantries and works with 200-400 at-risk families to prevent or end homelessness.
Arm In Arm relies on volunteers to get food into the hands of those who need it most. To get involved, contact Shariq Marshall at 609-508-7851 or shariqm@ arminarm.org.
The Lawrence Headquarters Branch is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville. For more information about the library’s programs call 609-883-8292, e-mail lawprogs@mcl.org, or visit www. mcl.org.
Online passport renewal now available
Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami Covello has announced that the U.S. Department of State has launched a public website tool for updated Online
Online Passport Renewal is set to accept new applications at 1 p.m. Eastern Standard Time each day. Eligible individuals must first create an account to renew passports online at http://login.gov. Applicants will be able to apply online until the daily office threshold is met. The site will close each day once the daily application threshold is reached.
To be eligible to renew a passport online, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
• Have a recent 10-year passport and be age 25 or older.
• Possess a U.S. passport issued between 2009 and 2015, whether expired or valid.
• No change to name, gender, date of birth, or place of birth.
• No travel internationally for at least eight weeks after applying. (Note: Processing times are the same as for mail-in renewals.)
• Request routine service only (expedited service not available online).
• Apply for a regular (tourist) passport (special issuance passports are not eligible).
• Reside in the U.S. or its territories (not eligible if living abroad or with an APO/FPO address).
• Possess an undamaged passport (not reported lost or stolen). Applicants can pay the passport application fees using a credit/debit card; current fees are found here: travel.state.gov.
The Mercer County Clerk’s Office continues to offer passport renewals services at both of its offices in Trenton on South Broad Street and Hamilton at the Mercer County Connection. The online service is simply an additional option for those who wish to take advantage of this opportunity.
For more information about passport services, upcoming events, and other services visit the website at www.mercercounty.org or call 609-989-6473.
Arm In Arm’s mobile food pantry visits the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library on Mondays in August from 2 to 4 p.m.
Abbott-Young leaves a long legacy of service at the Rescue Mission
By Kristen Hunt
More than a century ago, the Trenton community was faced with the crucial need to help residents struggling with homelessness and hunger. It started with a shelter that opened its doors, day and night, to those seeking refuge.
There were no criteria, just two simple questions: “What’s your name?” and “Are you hungry?” The shelter was more than just a safe haven — it was a symbol of hope. Today, the Rescue Mission of Trenton is dedicated to serving the same cause for all individuals in need across Mercer County. More than just hope, the mission helps find potential and opportunity.
Over the years, individuals have not just provided food and shelter, but also shown the path towards a better future. In just the last year, the nonprofit has served 4,636 individuals, 193,290 meals, and provided 106 forms of housing.
For more than half of its existence, the Rescue Mission had been led by CEO and president Mary Gay Abbott-Young. With her contribution, alongside the help of volunteers, staff, board and donors, the Rescue Mission has become an anchor for the community. Over the years, it has addressed the needs of clients and expanded resources in eight key sectors, from the Behavioral Health Center to Vocational Development to the latest endeavor, the New Direction program.
Abbott-Young, who embodied the spirit of the Rescue Mission in her work for nearly a half-century, officially retired from the organization effective June 30. With her retirement, she stepped down from her role as president.
In 2021, she handed off the position of CEO to her son, Barrett Young. The president’s job is oversight of all fundraising and grant/contract management, while the CEO has oversight of all development work and agency operations.
The Rescue Mission is holding a “Re-
Mary Gay Abbott-Young retired from the Rescue Mission of Trenton this year after nearly 50 years of service. A celebration in her honor takes place Thursday, September 12, at Cooper’s Riverview. Photo by Michael Mancuso.
tirement Celebration For Mary Gay Abbott-Young” on Thursday, September 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Cooper’s Riverview, 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton. Anyone interested in joining the celebration can go to www.eventbrite.com/e/retirementcelebration-for-mary-gay-abbott-youngtickets-925254449967
Tickets are $50, and attendance is free for clients and Rescue Mission staff.
Abbott-Young started at the Rescue Mission as a program coordinator in 1978, after serving as a social worker in VISTA, then a counselor in a detoxification center. She rose to become CEO — a position she held from 1986 until 2021.
According to a profile in the New York Times, Abbott-Young grew up in a working-class neighborhood in Pittsburgh. Her parents never graduated from high school, but they stressed the importance of education to their children.
Abbot-Young earned a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s in
education from Temple University. Her goal was to work at a job that dealt with poverty and substance abuse issues, and she came across a job posting at the Rescue Mission, which was relatively close to where she was living.
“It was the right place for me to be, and as it turns out, I was the right person for the Rescue Mission,” Abbott-Young said in an interview with Community News Service in July, after her retirement.
Abbott-Young talked about the challenges that came with running a non-profit like the Rescue Mission. Having seen the struggles clients have faced with substance abuse and behavioral health issues — such as relapse — and losing individuals to addiction, the key is never losing hope, and to never stop giving that same hope to clients to be excited and optimistic about their future.
in services with the change of licenseing standards, business operation standards, and advancements in behavioral health solutions. Frequent interaction with the government has driven positive change by necessity.
As the nonprofit competed for — and was awarded government contracts — new and innovative ways to help were granted. The Medication Assisted Treatment program, for example, changed how the Rescue Mission has been able to effectively assist individuals with serious addiction problems to begin their recovery process.
Despite the challenges and uncertainty brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, staff still provided around-the-clock care. With safety measures executed by nowCEO Barrett Young, doors remained open, with food clothing and social services available, and hundreds of people coming into the shelter each night. The organization partnered to open a unit for people who were COVID positive. Staff were masked, adhering to social distancing guidelines once enforced by the CDC.
‘It was the right place for me to be, and as it turns out, I was the right person for the Rescue Mission,’ says Mary Gay Abbott-Young.
Having stepped in as CEO at the height of the pandemic, Young’s first initiative was to heighten the safety and protection of staff and clients through an unsettling time. Coming out of the pandemic, he was then able to focus on continuing the legacy that his mother had built at the Rescue Mission. Continuing to provide these outstanding services while expanding to meet the needs of the community was and remains his top priority.
“It used to be like, mental health was over here, and substance abuse was over here, and the two never intersected. Whereas now, the whole focus is on how you treat the full person. And I think that that’s a wonderful shift in this industry,” Barrett Young said.
“It’s fantastic work to be able to take someone in off the street, get them in, give them a bed to sleep in, get them a meal, allow them to get a shower, allow them to have access to clothing, all those kinds of things are wonderful,” AbbottYoung said. “To go to the next step and begin the process with them, of trying to involve them in the network that would be able to help them find permanent housing — it’s fantastic work.”
The business model of the organization has seen significant advancements
Looking at the future, Barrett Young said he aims to help keep the Rescue Mission around for another hundred years. The New Direction program in development focuses on working with individuals to transform their mindset to live to their fullest potential and have higher optimism about their future.
“What it does is it says ‘here’s a way to look at work and to look at yourself in a whole new way.’ You are not a loser; you are not something that can be thrown
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Prehab: Pete Davidson sets Aug. 18 tour stop in Trenton
By Joe Emanski
Saturday Night Live alumnus Pete Davidson is set to take the stage at Patriots Theater stage on Saturday, Aug. 18 as part of his “Prehab” comedy tour.
Davidson, who starred in the 2023 Peacock comedy-drama series Bupkis, has been on tour all summer, including a July 20 show at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City that one fan on Reddit’s Pete Davidson forum called “hysterical.”
He is scheduled to appear at the Trenton War Memorial at 7 p.m. on Aug. 18. Tickets are available online through Ticketmaster.
Bupkis, a semi-autobiographical comedy series that also starred Edie Falco and Joe Pesci, ran for one season on Peacock. It was picked up for a second season, but Davidson announced in March that the show would not continue.
Davidson joined the cast of NBC’s Sat-
another, Turbo Fonzarelli, debuted on Netflix in January.
Davidson co-wrote and starred in the 2020 Judd Apatow movie The King of Staten Island, which like Bupkis, is said to be partly based on the life of Davidson, a Staten Island native. He has also appeared in the movies The Suicide Squad, Bodies Bodies Bodies, Meet Cute, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and Dumb Money. He is also set to play the role of Joey Ramone in the planned future Netflix movie I Slept With Joey Ramone, currently in production.
urday Night Live in 2014, when he was just 20. He remained a part of the performing ensemble through 2022, becoming known in his tenure for his “Weekend Update”
sketches. He returned to host the premiere episode of the 49th season of SNL on Oct. 14.
He filmed his first stand-up comedy special, Pete Davidson: SMD, in New York in 2016. His stand-up special, Alive From New York, ran on Netflix starting in 2020, and
Tickets for the Prehab show at Patriots Theater start at $49.50. The show is billed as a “phone-free experience,” with the use of phones, smart watches, and other digital accessories prohibited during the show. Guests must agree to secure their devices in locked Yondr pouches for the duration of the show. Guests keep the pouches with them and can open them in designated Phone Use Areas if needed. Guests who use devices during the show may be removed from the venue.
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Butterfly Festival returns to Watershed institute Aug. 3
The 24th annual Watershed Butterfly Festival is set to take place this year on Saturday, Aug. 3 at the Watershed Institute.
The event will feature tours of the Kate Gorrie Butterfly House and the Insect Zoo. Live music and entertainment is planned for throughout the day, including animal shows featuring Eyes of the Wild. The Butterfly and Bug Parade, led by Lady Monarch, Ms. Allison, is intended for young children.
At the festival, adults and children alike can learn through hands-on exhibits about watersheds and the need to protect rivers, lakes and streams. Food and drink will be available for sale, including a water truck provided by New Jersey American Water. Festival goers will also be able to purchase butterfly wings and other items at the Watershed Gift Shop.
There are two sessions scheduled: one for 9:30 a.m. to noon, and another for 12:30 to 3 p.m. Eyes of the Wild shows are scheduled for 10 a.m. for the morning session and 12:45 for the afternoon session. Pre-registration is available online
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The Kate Gorrie Butterfly House opened in 2000. The outdoor structure features native plants that provide nectar for butterflies and other pollinators.
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For the parents out there who drop their kids off at summer camp each day and wish they could stick around and play along, there is an answer: Grown Up Camp.
On Aug. 10, Screamin’ Hill Brewery, Liberty Lake Picnics and Events and Blend Bar and Bistro will host the third annual Grown Up Camp at 60-acre Liberty Lake.
Planned “grown-up” activities include boating, rock climbing, water balloon tosses, swimming, mini golf and something called archery tag.
Also on the schedule are a threelegged race, wall ball, 3-v-3 hoops, pickle-
ball, tug of war, Wiffle ball, water trampoline, laser tag, kickball and flag football.
Live music will be provided by Jakfire. Craft beer will be provided by Cream Ridge-based Screamin’ Hill Brewery.
Food trucks Relish the Dog, Smokin’ Rev and Toscano’s will also be on hand.
Grown Up Camp is for grown-ups only and costs $30 to attend ($40 at the door).
To purchase discount tickets in advance, go to libertylakepicnic.com/grownupcamp. The event is semi rain or shine; in the event of extreme weather, the rain date is Sunday, Aug. 11, but mere rain will not be expected to be cause enough for cancellation.
Candlelight Concerts coming to Masonic Temple on Aug. 17
Candlelight Concerts look to bring the phenomenon of a live, multisensory musical experience to locations throughout the world.
On Saturday, Aug. 17, the concert series will be at the Masonic Temple in Trenton for a performance of the music of Antonio Vivaldi, followed by a second concert, a tribute to Taylor Swift, all under the gentle glow of candlelight.
The Highline String Quartet are set to take the stage at the Masonic Temple at 6:30 p.m. to perform works from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” as well as selections from “Carnival of the Animals” by Camille Saint-Saens.
That concert will be followed by a second concert, “A Tribute to Taylor Swift,” at 9 p.m. The Highline Quartet will play interpretations of Taylor Swift songs including “Love Story,” “Cardigan,” “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,” “Anti-Hero,” “You Belong With Me” and “Shake It Off.”
Admission to each concert is separate. Tickets for the concerts range in price from $35 to $60. The Highline String Quartet are scheduled to return on Saturday, Sept. 28 for an encore performance of Vivaldi, followed that night by a tribute concert featuring the music of Coldplay. The Masonic Temple is located at 100 Barrack Street, Trenton. Web: feverup. com. A candlelight concert in Madrid. (Photo courtesy
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Like any other disease, an eating disorder won’t just go away if left untreated. In fact, eating disorders are the deadliest mental illness in the US. It’s one reason we’ve transformed our center for eating disorders. In our completely redesigned, state-of-the-art 20-bed facility at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, we treat out- and inpatients as young as 14. In fact, we have the state’s only specialized eating disorders unit just for adolescents, with counseling and services for the family as well. Our experienced, compassionate team of physicians, licensed clinical therapists, creative arts therapists, nutritionists and other eating disorders specialists provide each patient with individualized treatment and skills they can use for a lifetime. Let us help. To learn more, visit rwjbh.org/eatingdisorders
Greater Access to Emergency Care at Capital Health Regional Medical Center
Expanded Emergency Department Capacity Part of Continuing Investments in Trenton
Capital Health has officially opened expanded Emergency Department space for patient care at Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC) located at 750 Brunswick Avenue in Trenton. The Emergency Department at RMC has added 16 new beds to allow for 50 beds total (including fast track beds) with an additional trauma bay bringing the total of trauma-dedicated beds to three.
The project benefited significantly from a $6.3 million grant through the American Rescue Plan Act and a partnership with the Department of Community Affairs.
“The health care landscape in the City of Trenton has seen significant changes in recent years, so it’s more important than ever for Capital Health to preserve and expand key medical services and patient-centered care,” said Samuel J. Plumeri, Jr., chairman, Capital Healthcare Inc. Board of Trustees. “By pairing Capital Health’s commitment and vision with the key support of our elected officials, the Department of Community Affairs and the Department of Health, and other key partners, we can keep working to increase the breadth of emergency care available
to accommodate more patients and continue to address the pressing health care needs our neighbors face every day.”
“The expansion of our Emergency Department at Capital Health Regional Medical Center would not have been possible without the support of our elected officials as well as New Jersey’s Department of Community Affairs and Department of Health,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “Thanks to their support, we are able to make ongoing investments in the communities we serve and foster our shared commitment to providing Trenton area residents with access to advanced, comprehensive health care.”
This increase in capacity at the Emergency Department marks the beginning of extensive renovations at RMC that include additional patient floors and a new state-of-the-art cardiac surgery suite. The projects will all benefit from funding from the state, thanks to the support of the state legislative delegation for the 15th district and the Governor’s Office. Additional projects beyond the ED at RMC will also benefit from a $500,000 grant from Bank of America which was awarded to Capital Health to support expanded access at the Trenton location.
Capital Health Regional Medical Center is home to a state designated comprehensive stroke center (part of the Capital Institute for Neurosciences), the Level II Bristol-Myers Squibb Trauma Center, a cardiac surgery and cardiovascular services program, and Mercer County’s designated Emergency Mental Health Services Center. RMC also offers inpatient and outpatient radiology services, dialysis, and numerous other medical services.
For more information about Capital Health, visit capitalhealth.org. If you or a loved one is experiencing a medical emergency, please call 9-1-1.
Pediatric-Friendly Emergency Care at Capital Health – East Trenton
A trip to an emergency room can be overwhelming for anyone, but for children it can be especially scary. To help families in Trenton feel more comfortable while their children receive emergency care, Capital Health recently added pediatric-friendly rooms to the Emergency Department at Capital Health – East Trenton. Located at 601 Hamilton Avenue in Trenton, New Jersey (where St. Francis Medical Center used to be), the East Trenton emergency room facilities feature a section of rooms designed to put children more at ease with pediatric seating, a toy closet, and brighter new fabrics and décor.
“As health care evolves in Trenton, residents can rest assured that we continue to provide emergency care for our younger patients and that we are responsive to what the community needs and asks for,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health.
“The satellite emergency department at Capital Health – East Trenton is open 24/7 to the community with emergency room physicians and nurses who are specifically trained to care for all kinds of emergencies that children experience, including injuries and illnesses.”
The toy closet in the new pediatric-friendly Emergency Department space was made possible through the generosity of the Capital Health Auxiliary. The Capital Health Auxiliary is a dedicated group of individuals organized to support educational and health programs at Capital Health that benefit its patients and communities.
On December 21, 2022, Capital Health assumed responsibility for health care services previously provided by St. Francis Medical Center in Trenton, New Jersey. That campus, which now operates an Emergency Department and some outpatient services, has been renamed Capital Health – East Trenton and is home to an
outpatient medicine clinic, the Capital Health School of Nursing and School of Radiologic Technology, and the CARES Child Wellness Program.
In addition to the new pediatric-friendly area of the Emergency Department at Capital Health – East Trenton, Capital Health continues to operate a specialized Pediatric Emergency Department at its nearby Hopewell campus for patients in Mercer and Bucks counties who are newborns through 20 years of age. From the waiting room to all clinical areas, this 16-bed unit is designed just for children and parents and is staffed by boardcertified physicians and pediatric-trained nurses. Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell is also home to a Pediatric Observation Program that allows children who are not well enough to go home, but not sick enough to stay be admitted as inpatients to receive continuous, quality, family-centered care under observation for complaints such as respiratory disorders, dehydration, and illnesses by fever to name a few. If at any time a child requires additional care or an extended stay, Capital Health partners with local children’s hospitals who will assume care and help coordinate a transfer to their facility. For more information about Capital Health – East Trenton, visit capitalhealth.org/easttrenton.
Capital Health Partnering with TVAX Biomedical to Offer Brain Cancer Immunotherapy Trial
Only Participating Clinical Site in the Northeast United States
Capital Health Cancer Center has announced that it has joined TVAX Biomedical, Inc.’s clinical trial to study a potential novel therapy for glioblastoma (GBM), the most common type of malignant brain cancer. Capital Health Cancer Center is one of five clinical sites open in the United States and currently the only East Coast location north of Florida to offer access to the TVAX trial.
“Our participation in clinical trials is critical to Capital Health’s focus on providing the best and most personalized care possible for our patients,” said DR. NAVID REDJAL, director of Neurosurgical Oncology at Capital Health.
“Thanks to the efforts of our amazing clinical and research teams, we’re excited to offer this groundbreaking trial to our patients and contribute data to a study that could lead to an exciting new therapy for treating GBM.”
There have been many trials over the past 20 years seeking to use the power of the immune system to attack GBM. None to date has proven effective. The investigational approach proposed by the TVAX protocol utilizes a patient’s own tumor cells to create a vaccine, which then is given to the patient to generate a specific immune response to their tumor. The laboratory collects, activates and expands these anti-tumor immune cells, which may lead to a more robust immune response when given back to the patient. The goal of this study is to evaluate whether or not this approach will overcome the natural tumor immune suppression of GBM and allow the immune system to kill remaining tumor cells.
“We’re excited to be part of studies like the TVAX trial and offer patients new possibilities for treatment of glioblastoma,” said DR. MICHAEL SALACZ, director of Medical Neuro-Oncology at Capital Health. “This is a true personalized treatment approach that uses a patient’s own tumor to unlock the power of their immune system to kill any remaining cancer cells. Our participation in the study could lead to better outcomes for patients and their families fighting brain tumors like glioblastoma in our region and beyond.”
“TVAX Biomedical is very pleased to include Capital Health and the expertise of Drs. Navid Redjal and Michael Salacz and their entire staff in this study. We hope this late-stage clinical study will significantly improve clinical outcomes for these patients with so few options,” said Dr. Wayne Carter, CEO of TVAX Biomedical.
The TVAX clinical trial at Capital Health Cancer Center is open to adults from age 18 to 80 with a new diagnosis of glioblastoma with methylguanine methyltranserase (MGMT) that is active or “unmethylated.” Because collecting enough cells to create the vaccine is the first step of this immune treatment, patients will need to be able to have surgery at Capital Health. Trial screening is required to determine if candidates meet the full criteria for participation in any clinical trial.
The Center for Neuro-Oncology, part of Capital Institute for Neurosciences and Capital Health Cancer Center, is a referral center for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer involving the brain and spine. The Center is housed in state-of-the-art facilities where patients have access to an experienced and caring team of physicians, nurses and staff who work closely with referring physicians to facilitate rapid and thorough evaluations and recommendations for patients and their families. In addition to providing advanced neuro-oncologic and neuroscience care, the Center participates in clinical trials to develop better ways to fight cancer. To learn more, visit capitalhealth.org/neurooncology.
To learn more about this and other ongoing trials available at Capital Health’s Center for Neuro-Oncology, please call 609.394.4130.
Capital Health Attains National Reaccreditation from the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers
Fourth consecutive accreditation demonstrates Capital Health’s commitment to improving comprehensive breast care
Capital Health’s Center for Comprehensive Breast Care, part of Capital Health Cancer Center, has received reaccreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC).
“With this reaccreditation, patients can have confidence in our ability to accurately diagnose and provide the best possible treatment for breast cancer and other breast health conditions,” said Dr. Cataldo Doria, medical director of the Capital Health Cancer Center. “With a full range of breast care available under one roof, such as annual screenings, advanced diagnostics, genetic counseling and testing, leading-edge oncology care and a high risk breast cancer program, patients benefit from the combined knowledge of an expansive medical team that includes breast surgeons, radiologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, pathologists, rehabilitation services, and related support services.”
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States after skin cancer. Programs accredited by the NAPBC follow a model for organizing and managing a breast center to facilitate multidisciplinary, integrated, and comprehensive breast cancer services. The NAPBC focuses on the spectrum of a patient’s journey with breast cancer or breast disease, including prevention, screening, treatment, and survivorship. By setting high standards, NAPBC accreditation guides breast centers in providing comprehensive breast care based on scientific evidence.
“ACS Quality programs are grounded in more than a century of experience and participation is an important measure of a hospital’s surgical quality. As an ACS Surgical Quality Partner, Capital Health has shown a commitment to providing the best possible patient care, evaluating that care in a rigorous fashion, and dedicating themselves to continuous self-improvement,” said ACS Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Patricia L. Turner.
As an institution accredited by the NAPBC, Capital Health also becomes an ACS Surgical Quality Partner in recognition of its dedication to consistently improving procedures and approaches while maintaining a critical eye on process at every step. The Surgical Quality Partner designation lets patients know that Capital Health’s Center for Comprehensive Breast Care is dedicated to quality and relentless self-improvement and has been accredited by the ACS. Patients can trust that the care they receive at Surgical Quality Partner hospitals adheres to the most rigorous standards in surgical quality.
Capital Health’s Center for Comprehensive Breast Care offers a complete range of personalized, breast care programs and services from advanced diagnostics and genetic testing to leading edge cancer care all at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell. From cancer to cysts, abscesses, lesions, breast pain and other breast-related disorders, patients receive care from a multidisciplinary team that collaborates closely to develop a personalized treatment plan. For more information, call 609.537.6767 or visit capitalbreast.org.
Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell, is home to the Center for Comprehensive Breast Care as well as other centers of excellence specializing in lung care, liver health, neuro-oncology, pancreatic health, and robotic-assisted surgery. To learn more, visit capitalhealthcancer.org.
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New at Artworks: ‘I’m Upset’
The arts don’t take a summer break. Opening this month at Artworks Trenton is the exhibit “I’m Upset: Expressions of Distress in Our Troubled Times.
Curated by Joanne Scofield, the exhibit is on view from August 6 through August 31. An opening reception is set for Saturday, August 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. Scofield has a background in art therapy, which fosters creative expression as a path to mental health. “The show will acknowledge the creative process as an important avenue to share messages that can lead to personal clarity, social awareness, and community engagement,” ex-
plains a statement on Artworks’ website. Artworks is located at 19 Everett Alley. For more information, visit www.artworkstrenton.org.
Ongoing at Ellarslie: Ellarslie Open 41
The 41st annual exhibit, juried by Kimberly Camp, is on view at the Trenton City Museum in Cadawalader Park through Sunday, September 29. The 110 pieces by 94 artists featured in the show can also be viewed and purchased through the museum’s online gallery.
Museum hours are Fridays and Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m.; Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.ellarslie.org or call 609-989-1191.
away. You are a person of value. The person of value who can have a better future is really the business of the rescue mission,” Barrett Young said.
Barrett Young has been surrounded with social work his whole life. Growing up in the environment of the rescue mission, he watched how tirelessly his mother worked to help those suffering in unimaginable ways.
The CEO explains the overarching despair that people suffer from when they come to the Rescue Mission, which he has seen since he was a child, and how it has given him a passion to help others. He addresses the need to see people not for what they’ve become because of their circumstance, but who they have the potential to be.
“Everybody in their life has done the little worksheet that asks, ‘What do you
want to be when you grow up?’” Young said. “I’ve never in the history of the world have seen someone write, ‘I want to be homeless,’ or ‘I want to be a drug addict,’ or have mental health issues. Nobody aspires for that. I don’t believe that they deserve that. They deserve better, but they need help.”
Young attributes much of this philosophy to Mary Gay’s proven reputation as a leader in the community, and dedication to fighting for the people she serves.
“The number of times that I’ve seen her interact with the individuals who walked in that had little to nothing. And I mean like, it was raining, and I didn’t even have a coat. She would take her own coat off and give it to somebody. And that’s one of the things that I have instilled in the staff since I’ve worked here. And it’s part of the fabric of the rescue mission,” Barrett Young said.
Abbott-Young recently received a
Lifetime Transformational Leadership Award from the N.J. Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies and was honored by the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber with a Women of Achievement Award.
In a letter to Abbott-Young, State Senator Shirley Turner wrote, “You have not only taught those you serve to believe in themselves — you have taught our community to believe in those you serve.”
Reflecting on these words, AbbottYoung stated that the Mercer County community played a significant role in the success of the Rescue Mission, and that they have done their part promoting services to people in need.
“We hear of communities that are try-
ing to criminalize homelessness. And so, my role in this community has been to provide the services that the homeless clients need,” she said. “But I have also been very fortunate to do that in a community that recognizes the problem and to lesser or greater extent wants to be part of the solution.”
“If we believe that they deserve different opportunities, then we should fight for them. And she lived that every day,” Barrett Young said. “And when she retires, she’s not going to stop fighting for those people. It’s just in her core.”
Rescue Mission of Trenton, 98 Carroll Street, Trenton. www.rescuemissionoftrenton.org.
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Left, Mary Gay and Barrett Young celebrate with an official certifying their 2021 Guinness World Record for most items of clothing collected in a month — 179,550. Above, the Youngs receive a donation from Cecelia Gallucci, center.
Alia Bensliman’s ‘Symbiotic Juxtaposition’ received the Robert Sakson Watercolor Award at Ellarslie Open 41.
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