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Mercer County Executive Dan Benson, the City of Trenton, and the Trenton Housing Authority host two

Career and Resource Fairs for Trenton residents

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 – 11am - 3pm

Mercer County and the Trenton Housing Authority host a resource and career fair at Donnelly Homes located at 875 North Willow Street, Trenton, NJ 08638 from 11am to 3pm with the Department of Motor Vehicle’s mobile unit.

• Attendees are invited to utilize the Department of Motor Vehicle’s mobile unit for REALID, registration renewal, initial permit, nondriver ID, duplicate/replacement title or registration by reserving a time slot at https://telegov.njportal.com/njmvcmobileunit

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 – 11am - 3pm

Mercer County and the Trenton Housing Authority host a resource and career fair at Wilson Homes located at 5 Eisenhower Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638 from 11am - 3pm. No mobile unit. For more information or to table, please contact Terry West at twest@mercercounty.org

Gusciora announces strategic demolition of blighted properties

OnSeptember 16 Mayor W. Reed Gusciora announced the latest phase of the city’s ongoing efforts to revitalize neighborhoods through the demolition of abandoned properties.

The project will target multiple abandoned and deteriorating structures in Trenton’s West Ward. These properties, long seen as blights on their neighborhoods, will be completely demolished and the lots cleared, removing hazards and creating opportunities for future development in conjunction with the City’s Choice Neighborhood Plan.

Gusciora emphasized the positive impact this demolition program will have:

“This is about improving the quality of life for our residents and laying the groundwork for the future of Trenton,” he said. “By removing the worst of these blighted properties, we are enhancing the beauty and safety of our neighborhoods and opening doors for new opportunities ... We are committed to transforming these vacant lots into spaces that can serve the community in meaningful ways.”

The properties, 17 in total, are located on Sweets and Fountain avenues and are currently owned by the city. Each lot will be cleared and backfilled with clean soil, then graded and stabilized to ensure it is ready for future use, whether that be new housing, green spaces, or other community-driven projects in partnership with the Trenton Housing Authority. The demolition will also include repairs to any adjacent structures, ensuring the neighborhood is left not only cleaner but safer and more cohesive.

“This is just the beginning of how we’re making Trenton better for our future,” said West Ward Councilwoman Teska Frisby. “We are committed to ensuring that our neighborhoods are vibrant and that all residents can take pride in where they live. Removing these dilapidated structures is a critical step in revitalizing the community and supporting economic growth.”

The project is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program and the state’s Neighborhood Redevelopment and Revitalization Pilot Program, administered by the City of Trenton’s Department of Housing and Economic Development.

Capital Health Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients

Capital Health Medical Center –Hopewell has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain — MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2024. As of June 2024, Capital Health was one of only 61 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor, which recognizes commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients. The award also means that the Chest Pain Center at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell has reached an aggressive goal of treating these patients to the high standards outlined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association clinical guidelines and recommendations.

To receive the Chest Pain — MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award, Capital Health has demonstrated sustained achievement in the Chest Pain — MI Registry for two consecutive years (2021 and 2022) and performed at the top level for specific performance measures. Full participation in registry empowers health care provider teams to consistently treat heart attack patients according to the most current, science-based guidelines and establishes a national standard for understanding and improving the quality, safety and outcomes of care provided for patients with coronary artery disease, specifically high-risk heart attack patients.

“It takes a concerted effort to meet the ACC’s rigorous standards for heart attack care, and this award was only possible thanks to the hard work of Medical Director Dr. Lara Samson and her team at our Chest Pain Center,” said Dr. Mark Arcaro, vice president of Clinical Performance at Capital Health. “As part of the ACC registry, the doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals at the Chest Pain Center provide care backed by data from other leading programs across the country. Congratulations to Dr. Samson and her team for this remarkable achievement, which lets patients in our region know Capital Health is nationally ranked in treating heart attack patients.”

“It is an honor to award Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell with the Gold Performance Award for their valuable national leadership and dedication to meeting comprehensive performance measures in patient care,” said Dr. Michael C. Kontos, chair of the NCDR Chest Pain — MI Registry Steering Subcommittee, and cardiologist at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center. “The receipt of this award indicates that Capital Health remains committed to providing top quality, guideline-driven care for heart attack patients. Their success ensures patients are receiving the highest quality cardiovascular care.”

To learn more about Capital Health’s Chest Pain Center, visit capitalchestpain.org.

Call 911 immediately if you or someone you know is experiencing the signs and symptoms of a heart attack.

Capital Health Regional Medical Center Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Stroke Care

Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC) recently received the American Heart Association’s Gold Plus Get with The Guidelines® Stroke Quality Achievement Award. This award recognizes the hospital’s commitment and success in ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.

The American Heart Association also awarded Capital Health Regional Medical Center its Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite award. To qualify for this recognition, hospitals must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between a patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with clot-busting medication.

Hospitals like Capital Health Regional Medical Center earn these awards by demonstrating a commitment to providing quality care and meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include evaluation of the proper use of medications and other stroke treatments aligned with the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Before discharge, patients also receive education on managing their health and have a follow-up visit scheduled, as well as other care transition interventions.

“Capital Health is committed to improving patient care by adhering to the latest treatment guidelines,” said Dr. Dustin Rochestie, director of the Stroke Program and director of Neurology and Neuro Critical Care at Capital Institute for Neurosciences. “Get With The Guidelines makes it easier for our teams to put proven knowledge and guidelines to work on a daily basis, which studies show can help patients recover better. The end goal is to ensure more people in the Mercer and Bucks County region can experience longer, healthier lives.”

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so brain cells die. Early stroke detection and treatment are key to improving survival, minimizing disability and speeding recovery times. Get with the GuidelinesStroke was developed to assist health care professionals to

provide the most up-to-date, research-based guidelines for treating stroke patients.

“We are incredibly pleased to recognize Capital Health for its commitment to caring for patients with stroke,” said Dr. Steven Messe, volunteer chairperson of the American Heart Association Stroke System of Care Advisory Group. “Participation in Get With The Guidelines is associated with improved patient outcomes, fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates a win for health care systems, families and communities.”

Additionally, Capital Health Regional Medical Center received the Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award. Hospitals that qualify for this recognition ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke.

Capital Health Regional Medical Center, located in Trenton, New Jersey, is the only Comprehensive Stroke Center in the region certified by The Joint Commission, and one of only nine such hospitals in New Jersey. As part of Capital Health’s Capital Institute for Neurosciences, it is available for patients who require the most advanced treatments for neurovascular and stroke care including neuro endovascular, neurosurgical and stroke services.

Stroke is a time-sensitive emergency. If you suspect you or a loved one is experiencing a stroke, call 911 immediately. To learn more about Capital Health’s commitment to providing advanced care for stroke patients and those with other complex disorders of the brain and spine, visit capitalneuro.org.

Mercer County Native Returns to Join Growing Team of Gynecologic Oncologists at Capital Health

DR. MONA SALEH, a fellowship trained gynecologic oncologist who grew up in Mercer County, has joined the nationally accredited Capital Health Cancer Center, located at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell.

Dr. Saleh joins Dr. Joyce Varughese in providing the most advanced testing and treatments for all gynecologic cancers, including ovarian, uterine/endometrial, cervical, vulvar, and vaginal as well as pre-cancerous conditions in the female reproductive system. Dr. Saleh is seeing patients at Capital Health Surgical Group, Two Capital Way, Suite 356, Pennington, NJ 08534 and 1690 Big Oak Road, Second Floor, Yardley, PA 19067.

“Our Center for Gynecologic Oncology fills an important need for women in our region and I’m excited to join Dr. Varughese and the rest of the team at Capital Health Cancer Center,” said Dr. Saleh. “I’m proud to be part of a team that offers access

to specialized services for women in our area who have cancer and might otherwise have to travel away from where they live or work to find the care they need. As someone who grew up here in Mercer County, this is especially meaningful, and I look forward to furthering Capital Health Cancer Center’s mission.”

Dr. Saleh completed her fellowship in gynecologic oncology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, New York. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, also in New York City. Fluent in Spanish and Arabic, she has a special interest in minimally invasive surgery and improving access to cancer care for all communities.

To make an appointment, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalhealth.org/gynonc for more information.

Former Army Surgeon Specializing In Minimally

Invasive Colorectal Procedures Joins Capital Health

DR. JOHN SMITH BERRY IV, a double board certified colorectal and general surgeon with a decade of experience in minimally invasive abdominal and transanal techniques, has joined Capital Health Surgical Group. He joins Dr. Ashlee Godshalk Ruggles, medical director of Colorectal Surgery, in providing surgical treatment for the prevention and management of cancer as well as benign diseases of the colon and lower gastrointestinal tract

“Capital Health is known for exceeding the highest standards of physician and nursing care. It has a reputation for leading surgical advances and comprehensive cancer treatment. My patients will get the best care possible here,” said Dr. Berry. “I’m honored to join Dr. Godshalk Ruggles and provide expert care so we can cure more patients and return them to their loved ones in good health. Together, we will continue to grow Capital Health Cancer Center and cement its reputation as the region’s best.”

Dr. Berry’s clinical interests include sphincter-preserving techniques for advanced rectal cancer, surgical treatment of advanced disease, and enhanced recovery protocols that allow patients to experience shorter, safer hospital stays and less time away from work.

Dr. Berry received his undergraduate degree in chemistry at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York and went on to receive military honors as an Armored Cavalry Officer. After his service, Dr. Berry received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Berry was fellowship trained in colon and rectal surgery at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.

Before joining Capital Health, Dr. Berry was a colorectal surgeon in the U.S. Army based at Fort Liberty, North Carolina. During this time, he served multiple deployments to the Middle East where he was Chief of Surgery at combat hospitals in Sinai, Egypt and Doha, Qatar.

To make an appointment, call 609.537.6000 or visit capitalsurgical.org for more information.

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. Class size is limited. Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date. Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.

Lung Cancer Awareness: New Technology to Streamline

Diagnosis

Monday, November 4, 2024 | 6 p.m.

Location: Zoom Meeting

Lung cancer symptoms often go undetected until its later stages, which is why advances in screening options are crucial to overcoming this disease. DR. DIANA KOLMAN, director of Interventional Pulmonology at Capital Health, will highlight the latest robotic technology that is increasing the precision and efficiency of lung biopsies. This allows for earlier and more accurate detection of cancerous cells and better patient outcomes in the fight against lung cancer.

Dementia: Recognize the Signs

Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 9:30 a.m.

Location: Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell NJ PURE Conference Center, One Capital Way, Pennington, NJ 08534

Is forgetfulness a sign of underlying dementia or just a normal part of the aging process? Join DR. AHMAD FAROOQ, a geriatric medicine doctor and medical director of Capital Health LIFE (a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly), to discuss this common question and the cognitive issues we may encounter as we age. A light breakfast will be served.

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For Homeworks Trenton, a new place to call home

By Kristen Hunt

Nearly a decade ago in a Princeton University classroom, then-sophomore Natalie Tung was handed an assignment that would change her life: create a non-profit and pitch it.

As her classmates brainstormed, Tung reflected on her own life, rich in experiences shaped by strong, empowering women. Inspired by lessons from her mother, mentors, and friends, she conceived an idea that would become HomeWorks Trenton.

Today, the nonprofit, which she founded in 2016, operates a free after-school residential program for high school girls in the Trenton area that aims to uplift and empower the next generation of female leaders.

Working in partnership with local public schools, HomeWorks offers both academic and identity-driven support to foster leadership skills. At the heart of its mission, HomeWorks strives to help scholars achieve economic freedom and empowerment, all while staying connected to their identities and community.

“Trenton is a beautiful and amazing community that has a lot of strengths,” Tung said. “There’s so much color to it. It’s very close-knit. Everyone knows each other, and I really wanted it so that our kids did not feel like they had to leave that or sacrifice their community for education.”

Growing up in Hong Kong as an English-speaking student at a Chinese school, Tung struggled both academically and socially. At 13, she moved to the United States to attend the Lawrenceville School, the private co-educational preparatory school in Lawrence Township. At the school, she spent most of her

time in a girls-only dorm, surrounded by women from diverse backgrounds, and discovered the strength of women and the importance of community. Tung, who also spent time as a student-teacher in Trenton public schools, wanted to recreate her boarding school experience in a way that would be accessible to girls around the world, starting with the students in her own community.

Tung said that seeing the amazing things and the challenges happening in the community is what made her want to start HomeWorks.

Since then, HomeWorks has grown from a four-week pilot with a small group of girls into a four-year program that supports 42 scholars. For her accomplishments, Tung was recently honored by the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber with its Women of Achievement Award alongside Mary Gay Abbott-Young of the Rescue Mission of Trenton and Melissa Tiso-Tenzer of Dress for Success Central NJ.

Now, armed with millions of dollars in grants and community support, the organization has started construction on a new facility at 1212 Edgewood Avenue in Trenton. They are working alongside Joshua Zinder Architecture + Design (JZA+D) on the new campus, with expected completion in about 12-14 months, depending on permit approval, according to Zinder.

“Josh and his team have been really kind and generous throughout this whole process,” said Tung, who met Zinder a few years ago on a panel they were both involved with. “I offhandedly said, ‘One day our dream is to have our own house,’ and Josh was like, ‘What about now?’”

Tung and Zinder said the building process has been an enjoyable and collab-

orative effort. The scholars have actively participated in selecting design elements — like the colors of the bathrooms, study areas, and taking ownership of their future space.

They are especially excited about the addition of the butterfly roof, a downward-facing V-shape perched atop a section of the building like an open book. It’s designed to channel rainwater and support plant growth at the bottom of the building.

“It’s almost this metaphor of collecting rainwater and collecting knowledge. It goes down and it nourishes our scholars, and then our scholars then grow and become leaders, essentially, and become whoever they want to become,” Tung said.

Zinder has also been involved in engaging students in the creative and educational aspects of the building. His office organized a panel featuring architects and interior designers who are women of color, and they shared their experiences with the scholars about the field. Through the program, students have been able to learn from women across multiple disciplines, including Dr. Moogega Cooper, an astronomer and NASA scientist.

Through its varied use of spaces, textures, and colors, the new building aims to create an environment that feels like home and supports all types of learners.

“We recognize that everybody learns in different ways, and so in this case we’re trying to create opportunities and places for people to have a location that they feel comfortable studying in — whether it’s in their rooms or in a lounge space,” Zinder said. “We’re going to have cubicles, there’s going to be lounge furniture for students to study, and then there’s go-

ing to be the multi-purpose room, which will be a flexible space.”

HomeWorks has an organized structure that emphasizes both academic and identity-driven leadership. Students reside in a dorm, currently housed in a building on Rider University’s campus, from Sunday night to Friday morning, with transportation provided to and from school.

Each day features distinct programming: Sundays are dedicated to fun dorm activities; Mondays focus on academic support; Tuesdays are centered around identity-driven leadership; Wednesdays are for health and wellness; and Thursdays are for field trips.

Students have been to basketball games, visited Goldman Sachs, and been taken on college tours. The goal, as de-

RWJUH Hamilton October Healthy Living / Community Education Programs

IN YOUR BREAST INTEREST: DINNER WITH DOCTORS

Thursday, Oct 3; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Join us and our featured physicians from the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton: Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, FACS, Breast Surgical Oncology; Meera Yogarajah, MD, Medical Oncology; and Rachana Singh, MD, Clinical Director of Radiation Oncology. Learn the facts about breast health, myths about breast cancer, the latest treatments, and the importance of early detection and annual mammograms. Registered attendees will be offered a wellbalanced and healthy dinner.

THE AARP DRIVING COURSE

Monday, Oct 7; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Be a safer, better driver. Most insurance companies will lower your premium with a completion certiﬁcate. Bring your NJ or PA driver’s license. Fee: $20 for AARP members presenting a valid AARP card; $25 for nonmembers. Bring cash (exact change) or check (payable to “AARP”) with you on the day of the class.

AUTUMN BOOK ART

Monday, Oct 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Reﬂect upon art with poetry, and by making a fun, decorative pumpkin and or/turkey centerpiece by recycling discarded books. All materials included. Led by Rochelle Stern, Expressive Art Facilitator. $15

MEDICARE CHANGES FOR 2025

Monday; Oct 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Be prepared for the upcoming year with changes to Medicare Part B, premiums and deductibles for 2025. Gina Rega, licensed insurance agent specializing in Medicare

and ACA, will discuss the changes you will be seeing for prescriptions, along with any other differences.

BREAST/CHEST HEALTH

Tuesday, Oct 15; 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Join Cecilia Gomez, BS, Community Cancer Control Specialist, RWJ Barnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute, for this presentation that covers the basics of breast cancer. We will discuss screening guidelines, health disparities, diet and lifestyle and genetic counseling.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION

Wednesday, Oct 16; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join us for our beginner meditation class to help calm your body and mind. No experience necessary. Patti McDougall, BSN, Integrative Therapies Nurse DINNER WITH A DOCTOR: POOR SLEEP AND DAYTIME SLEEPINESS

Wednesday, Oct 16; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Are you exhausted or falling asleep during the day? Join Kevin Law, MD, for a discussion about why this may be happening. With over 25 years of experience, this sleep specialist may help you get the night of sleep you deserve. Dinner will be provided.

HEALTHRHYTHMS® DRUM CIRCLE

Wednesday, Oct 16; 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Join our drum circle to drum your cares away, have fun and relieve stress. No experience necessary; drums will be provided. Mauri Tyler, CTRS, CMP. $15

STANFORD CHRONIC DISEASE SELF-MANAGEMENT SERIES

Six Tuesdays, Oct 22 - Nov 26; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is a cost-effective, evidence-based health promotion program for people with chronic illness. This 6-session workshop is designed for people with any ongoing health condition, such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and similar conditions. Participants will learn how to problem solve, set goals, and use relaxation techniques to help manage chronic conditions. The interactive curriculum will address topics such as pain and fatigue management, dealing with difﬁcult emotions, effective communication, medication management, physical activity, nutrition, and more. Participants must attend all 6 classes.

REIKI SHARE

Wednesday, Oct 23; 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 and get a session. Bring a sheet and small pillow.

PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP: MEAL PLANNING

Tuesday, Oct 29; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.

CRYSTAL BOWL SOUND IMMERSION

Wednesday, Oct 30; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Sound healing uses instruments like singing bowls, gongs, drums and chimes to create a therapeutic atmosphere promoting deep rest, nervous system rebalancing, and emotional release. Participants sit or lay in a comfortable position while the practitioner takes you on a sound journey for mind, body and spirit. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillow or anything that makes you comfortable. Adriana Hansen, RYT200, SHA1 of the Learning Collaborative. $15

COLOR ME HOOPY: HOOLAHOOPING FOR FUN & FITNESS!

Thursday, Oct 31; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. If you think you can’t hoola-hoop, you are mistaken! This class is so much fun that you don’t even realize that you are working out! It’s much easier with an adult sized hoop, provided at the class. No experience necessary. Angela Reitter, Certiﬁed HoopLove Coach and Hoola-Fit Instructor. $15

AUTUMN HEARING AID EXPO

Thursday, Nov 7; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Lorraine Sgarlato, Au.D, is proud to offer a presentation on today’s “computers for your ears” along with demonstrations of the latest in hearing aid technology. Advances in today’s hearing aids allow us to connect to our world in exciting ways! Stream music, television, and more with ease. New technology offers better hearing in noise, tinnitus

therapy and helps protect our brains as we age. Learn about these new advances and receive a hands-on demonstration from representatives from Unitron and Signia.

FEAST ON FACTS: AFIB

Thursday, Nov 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Join Zaw Win Tun, MD, an expert in cardiac electrophysiology, as we explore atrial ﬁbrillation (AFib) - one of the most common heart rhythm disorders affecting millions worldwide. Dr. Tun will offer easy to understand insights into what AFib is, its causes, symptoms, and how it affects overall heart health. Dinner will be provided.

20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Saturday, Oct 26; 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.

Better Health is a free program for VIP’s 65+ that combines medical education, interesting topics, and fun activities. Join today!

A SENIOR SOCIAL GROUP

Wednesday, Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. GI PANEL DISCUSSION, LUNCH & LEARN

Thursday, Oct 3; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Shivaprasad Marulendra, MD, and Joshua Weston, DO, members of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, will lead a panel discussion covering the fatty liver epidemic, GERD and colon cancer. There will be plenty of time for Q&A in this engaging program.

MEN’S GROUP

Wednesday, Oct 9; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov 13; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Who said men don’t talk? Men need a safe space to share thoughts and feelings too. That’s why this is a women-free zone just for men to talk about whatever is on their minds. This program

will be led by Ted Taylor, Director, Spiritual Care and Volunteerism, and Coordinator, Palliative Care and Bioethics.

TAI CHI CLASSES

Thursday, Oct 10 + 24; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

GAME TIME

Thursday, Oct 10 + 24; 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

YOGA CLASSES

Tuesday, Oct 15 + 29; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

MEDITATION CLASSES

Tuesday, Oct 15 + 29; 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

CHAIR YOGA

Tuesday, Oct 15 + 29; 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE CRAFT WITH CLAY

Wednesday, Oct 16; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, Oct 17; 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Clay is one of the oldest known materials for creative expression. As we push and pull the clay into shape, we enter into a dialogue with ourselves and each other and form a visual language of our collective ideas. Focus is on hand-building techniques using air-dry clay. Adaptable to all skill levels, beginner to expert.

THE FUTURE OF WOMEN’S

HEALTH, LUNCH & LEARN

Friday, Oct 25; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Joining us for the ﬁrst-time is James Aikins, MD, Associate Professor, Clinical Division Rutgers Cancer Institute, Gynecologic Oncology.

Dr. Aikins will be speaking on “The Future of Women’s Health,” with education about uterine, cervical and ovarian cancers, the effectiveness of screenings and treatment, the age at which recommendations to stop screenings are, and the why behind it as cancers still appear in our advanced ages.

WHAT’S NEW WITH MEDICARE? MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT IS HERE!

Monday, Oct 28; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

All you need to know about changes and updates to your Medicare beneﬁts presented by NJ State Health Insurance Assistance Program (a Medicare information program sponsored by the NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services). Refreshments will be served.

Celebrate our 20th anniversary with us! Enjoy complete access to our state-ofthe-art center, featuring an expansive fitness floor and comprehensive aquatics center. Health screenings and wellness information from RWJUH Hamilton. Enjoy special group fitness classes designed to help you dance, sweat, and unwind. Take advantage of a complimentary InBody Assessment for a detailed analysis of your body composition and overall health. Engage in fun and exciting activities, classes, and demos designed especially for kids. Join special cooking demos with Novo Nordisk Spokesperson and Celebrity Chef, Doreen Colondres. Scan QR code to view, learn more & register on-line for the programs listed above. Or visit rwjbh.org/HamiltonPrograms Email CommunityEdHam@rwjbh.org or call 609-584-5900 to learn more

scribed by Tung, is to provide support for scholars to become leaders while being grounded in their identities as Black and Brown women.

“I really truly believe in our model,” Tung said. “I believe that this is a way for our scholars to achieve economic freedom and empowerment, but to also become leaders to ultimately push all of our communities forward and solve all of the things that are going on in the world.”

When asked about her favorite moments at HomeWorks, Tung highlighted the joy of witnessing her scholars grow and achieve. She particularly noted the success of students who have been with her for all four years and who are now attending colleges such as Montclair State University and The College of New Jersey.

“At HomeWorks we have really become family,” Tung said. “We go to each other’s birthday parties; I’ve gone to weddings, funerals, and pep rallies. I think the best memories have been seeing our scholars grow but also forming really beautiful bonds with our scholars and families.”

Tung said her overall goal is to expand HomeWorks’ mission both nationally and globally. They have already engaged with community leaders from Delaware, California, and Virginia, as well as countries like the United Kingdom, Nigeria, and China. She said she is excited to contin-

Tung has collaborated with architect Joshua Zinder on the design of Homeworks’ new headquarters on Edgewood Avenue.

ue collaborating with community leaders to expand the organization further. With the new building underway, this vision starts in Trenton.

“It is so important for our scholars and our community to be at the forefront of this work,” Tung said. “This is not a oneperson job. This is a community initiative, and for this to be successful we need our scholars and our community to take the lead. And I am really taking their lead in creating this alongside them.”

Talking about her legacy, Tung expressed gratitude to her ancestors who paved the way and helped her to follow her purpose. She said she hopes to create spaces that empower women of the next generation to do the same.

“To ultimately create spaces, create communities where girls around the world feel safe, feel empowered to not only pursue their passions and do whatever they want to do in life but ultimately become the leaders within their community” Tung said. “Because we know that when women are empowered, when women are at the forefront, change does happen.”

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Trenton visual artist FlyKickz has curated and organized an art show fundraiser to support fellow visual artist Matt Morton “ArtofMatLoc” on his journey back to good health as he fights stage 4 colon cancer. A one-night-only, pop-up solo exhibition titled “Art Over Pain” takes place Friday, October 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mercer County Community College’s James Kerney Campus Gallery located at 137 North Broad Street. All proceeds from this event, which also includes food, music, raffles, and more, will be donated to Morton.

FlyKickz is an artist, active volunteer, philanthropist, and a supporter of the Trenton community who has raised more than $25,000 since 2018 to fund several community related endeavors. Her unique style of art on canvas uses upcycled sneakers to create bold, innovative concepts and designs. When FlyKickz learned friend and fellow artist Matt “ArtofMatLoc” was diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer at just 37 years old she sprang into action to raise the money to coordinate the fundraiser. Within 40 days, with the help of friends, supporters, and a grant from Isles FlyKickz was able to rent a venue and organize the event.

Artist FlyKickz, above, has organized a fundraiser show for fellow artist Matt ‘ArtofMatLoc’ Morton.

In late March, Morton, a multifaceted artist and father known as “ArtofMatLoc,” was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. Art Over Pain is a collection that represents the journey of perseverance and how a love of art helped to overcome the challenges, obstacles, and triumph over the pain. ArtOverPain encapsulates passion, strength, emotion and the will to keep fighting.

Art Over Pain Fundraiser, Mercer County Community College JKC Campus Gallery, 137 North Broad Street. Friday, October 11, 6 to 9 p.m. $10 requested donation. www.iamflykickz. com/artshowfundraiser

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Trenton acts

Passage Theater launches its 40th anniversary season with “Alma” by Benjamin Benne, on stage Thursdays through Sundays, October 4 through 20. Alma is a working mom and undocumented immigrant from Mexico; she has single-handedly raised her daughter, Angel, on tough love, home-cooked comida, and lots of prayers. A sacrifice from Alma’s past weighs heavy on their present; will the American Dream cost them a life together? Set in the uncertainty of 2016, Alma is a mother/daughter story of heritage, healing, and hope.

Mill Hill Playhouse, 205 East Front Street. www.passagetheatre.org.

Trenton makes music

The Trenton-based Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey starts its season with “American Stories: Opening Night!” on Saturday, October 19, at 7 p.m. at Patriots Theater at the Trenton War Memorial. The program includes Joan Tower’s “Made in America” and Florence Price’s “Ethiopia’s Shadow in America,” both conducted by Ruth Ochs; and George Gershwin’s “Porgy & Bess” conducted by Vinroy D. Brown, Jr. Featured soloists are Heather Hill, soprano, and Keith Spencer, baritone. Tickets are $24 to $50.

The orchestra also offers a “Musi-

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cians’ Choice Chamber Concert Series” at various venues in the Trenton area, beginning with “A Centennial Celebration of Gabriel Fauré” with voice, piano, violin, viola, and cello at the Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie in Trenton’s Cadwalader Park on Sunday, October 6, at 3 p.m. Tickets are $25. www.capitalphilharmonic.org.

Candlelight Concerts presents A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics on Friday, October 25, at 6:30 and 9 p.m. at the Historic Trenton Masonic Temple. The live, multi-sensory musical experience includes Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” theme songs from “Stranger Things,” “Beetlejuice,” and “Ghostbusters,” and many more spooky-themed songs. Tickets are $40 to $60. 100 Barrack Street. feverup.com.

Trenton makes art

Artworks Trenton and its artistic director, Addison Vincent, are the curators behind “Trenton Makes 2.0,” currently on view at Capital Health, Hopewell. An opening reception takes place Tuesday, October 1, from 5 to 6 p.m.

The exhibit showcases the works of es-

tablished and up-and-coming artists from the Trenton visual art community. In a statement on its website, Artworks notes, “As a post-industrial city with the slogan, ‘Trenton Makes, the World Takes,’ artists from the region have embraced the slogan, using it as a catalyst for a new industry to lift the city, visual art. From contemporary, street, public and new media arts, Trenton has been undergoing a rebirth, with organizations like Artworks Trenton leading the way for the next generation of artists.” It remains on view through December 31.

19 Everett Alley and South Stockton Street. www.artworkstrenton.org.

The biennial Mercer County Photography Exhibition returns to the Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie this year. The juror is Gary D. Saretzky, an archivist, educator, and photographer who taught photography and the history of photography at Mercer County Community College from 1977 to 2012. The show is on view from October 12 through December 1.

Cadwalader Park. Thursday through Saturday, noon to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Free. 6099893632 or www.ellarslie.org

Two temporary shows are on view at the New Jersey State Museum this fall. “Bark! Indigenous Cultural Expression”

explores the use of bark through objects from the museum’s ethnographic collection. Indigenous communities all over the world harvest bark as a source of food, medicine, everyday objects and works of art. The show is on view through January 5, 2025.

“Robert Duran: A Survey” allows visitors to trace the arc of Duran’s evolutions and experiments in painting, drawing, and watercolor from roughly 1967 to the late 1990s. Born in California, Duran (1938-2005) moved to New York and later settled in Hillsdale, New Jersey, with his family. This exhibition seeks to reintroduce this artist to the public primarily through the most significant record of his life available: his paintings and works on paper. The show opens October 19.

205 West State Street. Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Free; donation requested. www.statemuseumnj.gov

Trenton learns

TheOld Barracks Museum offers a fall lecture series featuring two historians and authors sharing their books.

On Thursday, October 10, Michael C. Harris discusses his book, “Germantown.” Now a busy neighborhood in Philadelphia, Germantown was the site of one of the largest battles of the Ameri-

can Revolution. Once a small village outside of the colonial capital, on October 4, 1777, George Washington attempted to recapture Philadelphia through this battle.

On Thursday, October 17, Catherine Kerrison discusses “Jefferson’s Daughters,” which shares the story of Thomas Jefferson’s three daughters, Martha and Maria by his wife Martha Wayles Jefferson and Harriet by his slave Sally Hemings. Kerrison discusses the sisters’ paths and how the laws and customs of early America limited their options. Lectures begin at 6 p.m. at the Old Barracks Museum, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Admission is free. Light refreshments will be available. Copies of these titles are available for purchase instore or online.

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